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Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

On Mondays this summer, your student can learn Public Health basics in a constructive, fun, supportive, educational environment. Topics will include: June 10 - Hygiene […]

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library's phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance. Join us […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of […]

Join us for an enjoyable session of Lego free play.  All ages welcome!  Build a Lego masterpiece!  Meet other Lego artists as you create. Anyone who […]

Listen to a few stories, enjoy a felt activity and/or a song or two, and a craft for each child. Children must be accompanied by […]

DIY Tattoo Art Night! (Not permanent - don't worry!) Come and create your own unique body art! We'll provide stencils and paint, you provide the […]

Kohala historian Boyd Bond will share information and stories about the history of the islands. In this event, he will talk about the Bond Historic […]

Join us for keiki storytime. Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative activity. Materials will be provided. […]

Join the Molokai Public Library and ʻOhana Readers, an affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, to read a different story each month and complete a […]

Come to Wai’anae Public Library’s Toddler Time so keiki ages 0-3 can learn and build their pre-reading skills by enjoying music, stories, and toy time! […]

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and […]

The Journey Workshops presented by Family Hui Hawaii aim to increase family engagement through play and support caregivers in their role as their child's first […]

Celebrate the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Drop in for fun and easy craft activities suitable for any age. Supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē […]

Diamond painting is a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, where you use apply rhinestones to a color-coded canvas painting. Join us in “painting” your own […]

Adults and their children actively participate in storytelling adventures! This program is appropriate for families with children ages 2-5 years old. Bring your own small […]

Summer Storytime is here!​ ​Join us this summer on Tuesday mornings for Children's Storytime at Lihue Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs. Best for […]

Join us and watch the feature film The Bad Guys. This film is rated PG. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit […]

Learn about the art of lua, the ancient Hawaiian martial art from ʻŌlohe lua Umi Kai, a master practitioner of the traditional Hawaiian martial arts and an ʻŌlohe lua of Pā Kuʻi A Lua.

Everyone appreciates the personal touch that comes with a little something handmade – especially if it’s useful! We’ve come up with the perfect DIY small […]

Interested in a tattoo but aren't sure how it will turn out? Create your own small temporary tattoo.. Materials will be provided. One tattoo per […]

The State Office of Elections, Voter Services Section will be presenting information about voting in the upcoming primary and general elections in Hawaii this year, […]

Join us for our weekly movie matinee for kids of all ages! We show a different movie every Tuesday afternoon, complete with free popcorn. All […]

Have you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play? Whatever […]

Unfortunately this program has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Want to learn how to play chess with other enthusiasts? Come check out the Wahiawa Library Chess Club, meeting every Tuesday from 4pm to 6pm […]

Keiki, teens, and their ohana are invited to create a family tree! While you craft, there will be discussion questions your family members can ask […]

Please join us as we learn more about the history of the Ching ‘Ohana of Punalu’u, one of the first Chinese immigrant families who came […]

Come build with us! Use LEGO, gears, and more to build anything you can imagine! Intended for ages 5 and up. All children must be […]

Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you're an adult looking to brush up on your computer skills, or […]

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

Keiki and their ʻohana are invited to join us for our weekly storytime. During storytime, we'll dive into captivating books, sing songs, dance, and enjoy […]

Join the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have […]

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an activity. Great […]

Come join us for a fun morning of reading and a hands on activity. Learn how to make a butterfly in just a few easy […]

Join Gina from Keiki O Ka 'Āina He Lei Piko Home Visiting Programs for story time at the library, suitable for ages 4 and under. […]

Join local author, Joy Au as she reads some of her books and tells stories, followed by talk story with the author, book themed activities. […]

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]

Come join us here at Mountain View Public & School Library for arts & crafts this summer.  Each week we have a different craft that […]

The Wailuku Library is proud to host a keiki moʻolelo storytime and hula session with Kumu Kehaunani Kaʻauwai & Kumu Wilmont Kahaialiʻi. To celebrate, share, […]

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

The Ewa Beach Public & School Library is joining forces with K9 TheraPets to bring you “Read to Therapy Dogs.” This program is designed to […]

Join the Aina Haina Book Club on Zoom to discuss Margaret Wilkerson Sexton's novel On the Rooftop! The Aina Haina Book Club meets the third […]

Location: Meeting Room Come celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the timeless classic The NeverEnding Story! An unhappy young boy discovers a book about a mystical […]

Looking for something to do during the summer? You are invited to challenge the YA librarian on Video Games Day! Bring a friend or a […]

Come build with Legos at North Kohala Library! Participants can free build whatever they can imagine or collaborate together to build a larger, themed project […]

Children are invited to stop in and make a summer reading themed craft.  Each week we will have a different craft available and will be […]

Good guys, bad guys - perhaps a song or two!  Join us for a movie on Wednesday afternoon in July. July 10, 2024: Wonka (PG […]

Meet us in front of the Makawao Library this summer for self-paced, no pressure art time! Wednesdays June 19th, June 26th, July 10th, and July […]

Spend the evening at Wahiawa Library and enjoy free movies with other people in the community! This month's family movie is The Sandlot. A young […]

Join us and watch the feature film Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. This film is rated PG-13. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit […]

Ed Fenzl, master gardener presents the myriad aspects of a bee-friendly garden.  Learn about the life of bees, attracting bees to your garden and building […]

Here at Waianae Public Library that is exactly what we are hoping for, your stories.  We are inviting you to join us at the library […]

Please join us for an online Zoom discussion of: Lessons in Chemistry  by Bonnie Garmus “In Garmus’s debut novel, a frustrated chemist finds herself at […]

Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Most storytimes will be followed by a simple activity. All children must be accompanied […]

Please join us Thursday mornings for stories, songs & crafts! Best suited for 2 - 5 year olds. All children must be accompanied by a […]

Happening on Thursdays through July 25, 2024 (except July 4th). For ages 18 months+.  Toddlers play with age-appropriate puzzles to develop fine motor skills and […]

The Preschool Storytime will be held in the Windward Mall's Center Court. Join Auntie Ariel for Thursday morning storytimes! Please bring blankets, mats or something […]

Join us for a Garden Party!  Paint and decorate a garden pot and choose an herb to plant and take home (Suggested Ages 5-12).  Limited […]

Join us in crafting beautiful handmade cards that can be customized for any special occasion. Supplies will be provided. Early sign up is requested. Please […]

Calling all creators!  Have you ever wondered about what it takes to create a Zine? Learn all about zines, and then create your very own […]

Storytime for children ages 2-5.  Accompanied by a parent/caregiver.  Enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

Our community partner, Parents and Children Together, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. […]

Children ages 5 and up, unleash your creativity! Join us at Mililani Public Library to build your own creations with LEGO. LEGO creations will be […]

Families with young children (0-5 years) are welcome to play, read, and sing at the library! For the first half hour, children are welcome to […]

Listen and move to live children's music brought to you by Sounding Joy Music Therapy, Inc.  This 30-minute program is great for the entire family.  […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

Fun art Exploration! Bring your imagination and try new art styles every session. Best for keiki ages 5 - 10, young children should be accompanied […]

Sign-up to participate in our third seasonal Paint and Sip here at the Naalehu Library! We’ll provide a paint-by-number canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, and delicious […]

Join members of the community two Thursdays of every month for knitting and talking story. This one-hour informal knitting group is open to veteran knitters […]

Please join us for a free viewing of the movie, Under the Boardwalk.  When timid Jersey crab Armen meets bold tourist sea crab, Ramona, it […]

Are you looking for work but don't know where to start in your search? Do you need help writing a resume that will help you […]

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories, simple crafts, and activities. Suitable for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an […]

Interested in playing Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library on Fridays for a chance to play! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Dive into stories on the screen with free movie showings on Fridays at 1 p.m. at Mililani Public Library during June and July! Wish is […]

Every Friday in June & July at 1pm! Celebrate Summer Reading Challenge. Join us for a book-to-movie adaptation film screening all summer long! Want to […]

Front of Makawao Library Every Friday 1:30-3:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]

Celebrate the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Drop in for fun and easy craft activities suitable for any age. Supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē […]

LEGO lovers can join us for an hour of free play with LEGO bricks. No sign up is required, and the library will provide the LEGO […]

Please join us Saturday mornings in July for friendly games of chess! Seven boards will be available on a first come, first serve basis. All […]

Keiki and their ohana are invited to join Wai'anae Public Library for a fun-filled storytime where we read books, sing and dance, and make crafts.  […]

Celebrate the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Keiki and their caregivers are invited to a special story time featuring our local firefighters. Join us to hear […]

Did you miss the viewing or want to re-watch it? Come watch the well-loved sequel of everyone’s favorite friendly neighborhood superhero in Spider-Man: Across the […]

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Music Department String Quartet will present musical selections that will illustrate the stories Grandfather’s Journey and The Kukui Tree. […]

It's summer and Wahiawa Public Library invites you to join the librarian on Saturday morning for story time! There will be stories, songs, dancing, and […]

八卦內功簡介  Energy Bagua is a meditation developed by Master JinBodhi for the regeneration of vitality and maintenance of health. It’s main components are based upon […]

The Aloha Adventurer’s Guild is here to promote communication, teamwork, literacy, and creativity through the world Dungeons and Dragons! Our session will cater to teens […]

Teens, ages 12-19, are invited to create a felt wool creature through the fun and easy process of needle felting!   Space and materials are […]

Are you or your child stressed, anxious, struggling in work or school, or having difficulty managing emotions or focusing? Learning mindfulness can help you cope […]

We all hold grief - mourning someone we’ve lost. How do we overcome such loss, how do we heal without a map to navigate our […]

In earlier times the folk art of Chinese knotting was passed on by generation to generation, i.e., by mother to daughter verbally. Until recent times, […]

Join us for a Summer filled with moʻolelo inspired stories, dancing, and a small craft.  Appropriate for ages 3+ Special events may be held in […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of […]