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Storytime is canceled today because the library is closed for state holiday.  We apologize for the inconvenience.   Storytimes for preschool age children feature themed […]

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 […]

Join us in the Edna Allyn Room for Children for lap-sit storytime! Bring your babies (0-23 months) and a blanket for stories, interactive rhymes, and songs in this 30-minute program. […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on connecting to and navigating the Internet. Participants will learn: How to get online Use the address bar Navigate […]

Have you always wanted to learn to play Mahjong?  Join a group of beginners-we will explain how to play Mahjong, Chinese style. We will meet […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on computer basics. Participants will learn: Parts of the computer Key computer terms Types of software Safe computer use Registration […]

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 […]

Join us for a LEGO challenge! We provide the LEGOs ... and a challenge. No need to register, just show up! Children under the age […]

Come make Valentine cards for the residents of Hale Hoola Hamakua! Please join us in spreading some love for the holiday. While you're here, make […]

Get ready for some silent-movie era fun with a Buster Keaton Movie Marathon! The father of movie stunts will thrill you, and make you laugh […]

Strategy! Mental exercise! Chess Club! Join us and learn to play or brush up on your skills. Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to […]

Get ready for college with FREE college planning events presented by Hawai‘i P-20 Partnerships for Education and GEAR UP Hawai‘i at Mililani Public Library.  The […]

Join us for a night of meditation and relaxation. Through relaxation practices & awareness techniques you begin to restore harmony & balance within the mind […]

The Magic Flute tells the story of Tamino, a prince who must undergo a series of tests, accompanied by his goofy sidekick Papageno, in order […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on staying safe online and avoiding scams. Participants will learn: How to recognize online scams Smart online practices How […]

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 […]

Attend a free 1.5 hour session on staying safe online and avoiding scams. Participants will learn: How to recognize online scams Smart online practices How […]

Join us for Family Story Time every Tuesday morning! Come join us for fun stories, dances, and songs. There will be a free new book […]

Enjoy a storytime at 10:30 filled with stories, songs, movement followed by art projects with Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center and conversations about self-care for […]

Join us for an informational story followed by a related activity or craft. Kids will have the opportunity to learn, explore the library, and socialize. […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on computer basics. Participants will learn: Parts of the computer Key computer terms Types of software Safe computer use […]

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 as […]

Would you like to hear a story in Japanese? Then come and join our presenter, Elorah, on Tuesday afternoons! Stories will be for keiki age […]

ALERT: Due to travel delays, this program will now start at 3:30 pm instead of 3:00 pm. In celebration of Lunar New Year 2025, Dr. […]

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 […]

If you are new to computers, are a little unsure/uncomfortable, or just need a quick refresher, please join us for a series of digital skills […]

Community member and Kahuku High and Intermediate School math teacher, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music. Attendees will learn about […]

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 […]

Beginning on February 5th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

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 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 […]

Join us for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Just right for children ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Anyone […]

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 […]

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library! Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian. Programming and supplies supported by the […]

Smart Money Hawaii is excited to partner with Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library! This an educational event to learn how to prepare to buy or refinance a home. […]

Please join us for some fun stories and songs in the 1st floor auditorium every other Wednesday. Recommended for children 18 months to 3 years […]

Parents and caregivers are the first education providers during the 0-5 early critical years. The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge is a simple  and fun […]

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 […]

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 […]

Learn the basics of using a computer for professional and personal goals! This class is presented by Mapunawai in partnership with HSPLS for adult community […]

The WorkHawaiʻi Division, Department of Community Services, City & County of Honolulu will be offering free Satellite Services at the Waimānalo Public and School Library […]

Front of Makawao Library Every Wednesday 1:30-4:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]

Taught by Alan Akaka (Hawaiian Steel Guitarist, in charge of Hawaiian music school Ke Kula Mele), and working with Hawaiian Institute for Music Enrichment and […]

Do you love dogs? Sign up to read to a dog.  All therapy dogs participating in this program are specially trained and can help patrons […]

Just in time for the holidays (Valentine's Day and Mother's Day) join Hope Ventura for a afternoon of paper crafting.  We have lots of fun […]

This weekly after school program is for elementary and middle school-aged children (ages 5-12/grades K-6). This drop-in program offers activities that support playing and making […]

Join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day and learn how to make 5D Diamond Valentine’s keychains!  Tools, materials and guidance will be provided.  Best suited for […]

Create these cute puffy Valentine Day gifts just in time for the holiday for yourself or to give away! Make a heart keychain or bookmark.  […]

First Wednesday of the Month,  Makawao Library –  5:30 PM In the winter months when it is dark, this program will be held indoors in […]

Motherhood is a journey full of  joys and challenges, and every mom’s experience is unique.  Whether you’re a new mom, working mom, single mom,  step-mom […]

The Kapolei Book Club will discuss Wave Woman: The Life and Struggles of a Surfing Pioneer by Vicky Heldreich Durand. Please RSVP in advance to Adult […]

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 […]

Are you a parent or caregiver to a little one, between the ages of 0 to 2 years old? Bring your tiny reader to a […]

Bring your kids into Pearl City Library every Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 to play and challenge their minds! Various puzzles and problem-solving toys are […]

Beginning on February 6th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  We […]

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 […]

Welcome to Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lapsit for babies 2 and under. Bring your baby and a blanket to sit on. We'll provide the […]

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 […]

Join us every Thursday morning for an hour of themed stories, songs, rhymes, and so much more! Storytime lasts around 30 minutes with a fun […]

Join Aunty Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing and dance to songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be […]

Join us for a storytime celebrating hearts, hugs, and love! We'll read stories, sing songs, and make a craft. 😊 Suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. Children […]

Are you or a loved one struggling to keep up with changes in computer usage and software? Join us at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library for a 4 […]

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. Event will […]

Calling all tweens and teens! You are invited to challenge the YA librarian on Video Games Day! Bring a friend or a family member to […]

Join Kauai Author Dawn Fraser Kawahara in the Lihue Library Conference Room on the first Thursday of every month from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm […]

By popular request, Daniel Tremblay and Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library present: Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar Lessons! Having created a name for himself in the last couple months […]

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

Learn the foundations of using a computer:  turning it off and on, mouse and keyboard skills. Designed to increase your computer confidence! Registration is required. […]

Beginning on February 7th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and […]

Interested in playing basic Chinese mahjong? Stop by the library for a chance to play! Tables are open for players with 6+ months experience playing. […]

Come and make slime out of some simple household ingredients. To celebrate Valentine's Day, we will have red dye, glitter, and heart shaped confetti and […]

Get ready for Valentine's with a heart wreath. Materials will be supplied. Limit one wreath per person while supplies last. Recommended for ages 5 and […]

Join the "club" to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. Players […]

In collaboration with Makawao Town's Chinese New Year Lion Dance Celebration, all are invited to Makawao Library to make crafts celebrating the Year of the […]

Join us for children’s Chinese language storytime at the Liliha Public Library. This storytime will primarily be in Mandarin. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, […]

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.  […]

Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lap-sit for babies and toddlers, 0-24 months. Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket […]

We will make various Valentine's cards (or any occasion you wish). Let your imagination run wild as you design cards for family and friends. Instructions […]

Enjoy the sounds of old Hawai’i with this hands-on experience most Saturdays* beginning at 10:00am. Danny K Kila, Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar player & teacher, […]

Celebrate Valentines with a gnome. Participants glue two heart doilies to create cute gnomes for a special someone. Once glued, it can be decorated with […]

Celebrate 75 years since Hanapēpē Public Library opened in February, 1950. Nostalgic 50s-themed fun! Hand-jive & swing-dance lessons, & cake! 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. […]

Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient […]

Do you want to learn to play Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know where to start? Join us for a session with the Aloha Adventurers’ […]

Mezzo-soprano Sarah Lambert Connelly and Pianist Sadee Xu will share a variety of opera, classical, musical theatre, and popular styles of of music celebrating loves […]

We will be hand sewing a small felt figure suitable for hanging. All materials and tools will be supplied. To reserve a seat, call 586-3520, […]

Join us for Library Time with Ms. Pukahi. Listen to a story, book talks, learn something new, and a hands on activity. Ms. Pukahi is […]

We are living in uncertain and unprecedented times.  Come to a place of renewal, refreshment, and rest as you trade your feelings of anxiety and […]

Tweens and teens are invited to explore the basics of paper circuits in this STEAM program. Create your own light up greeting card for Valentine’s […]

Build your story at the library! Keiki ages 5-10 are invited to participate in a LEGO free build. Spaces are limited: contact the library to […]

The local version of the “Gingerbread Man” follows a magical Musubi on the adventure of a lifetime. Specifically developed for a younger audience, the 30-minute […]

"Bridge is the most diverting and intelligent card game that the wit of man has so far devised." -- W. Somerset Maugham  Doreen and Grant […]

Join us for a presentation by Hanafuda Hawaiʻi's founder, Helen Nakano and her Sensei’s who will tell us the story of Hanafuda Pilina.  These cards […]