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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 […]

Parents, come enjoy the tried and true benefits of Joseph Pilates's exercises, dance, or gentle yoga, while kids play, or participate!  Bring a mat and […]

Children's Monday movies are back at the library and we’re providing the popcorn! Check with us for movie titles and ratings. Appropriate for children 5+, […]

This event is canceled as the library is closed for Presidents' Day Weekend Holiday.     Ever wanted to try this fun, portable, and practical […]

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! […]

Please join us for a fun-filled morning where we read books, sing and dance. This storytime is aimed at ages 3-5, but all ages are […]

This program has been canceled due to upcoming roadwork. Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us each Tuesday at 10:00a for […]

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

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 3rd Tuesday […]

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 […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on computer basics. Participants will learn: How to Setup Email Accounts Email Navigation (Gmail) Write and Send Emails Attach […]

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 […]

Starting in the 1880s, we will delve into the story of Sojourner Truth, an activist for African American civil rights and women's rights. We'll also […]

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you!  Children will have the opportunity to get creative following […]

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 […]

Calling all coaches! Please attend for updates about the final event. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification […]

Join us for a cozy night in with one of our Battle of the Books movie adaptations! Popcorn’s on us. Runtime: 1 hour 50 minutes […]

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 […]

Experienced chess players are welcome at the new monthly chess club at Aina Haina Library! Please bring your own chess set if you have one. […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 3rd Wednesday […]

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 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 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 Nita Prose's novel The Maid! The Aina Haina Book Club meets the third Wednesday of […]

Learn the basics of creating an email address, email etiquette, and organizing email files and folders with Mapunawai. All learning materials provided. Lihue Public 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 […]

Get together with family and friends and play some classic board games! All materials will be provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service […]

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 […]

Starting in the 1880s, we will delve into the story of Sojourner Truth, an activist for African American civil rights and women's rights. We'll also […]

Join us for an afternoon of musical fun with the Galliard String Quartet of Chamber Music Hawai‘i. Co-presented by the Friends of Hanapēpē Library, this […]

We are thrilled to offer a special bilingual story time featuring the author, Fabiana Nigol, and Isabelle Nalu, the book’s main character and Fabiana’s daughter! […]

Meet the Molokai Arts Center’s Artist in Residence, Linda Mae Tratechaud, who will share her Molokai journey in art. Linda comes to us from New […]

In person or via Zoom! Join us in reading and discussing the following titles on the third Wednesday of each month: January 15:  Into the […]

Calling all upper elementary and middle school LEGO builders and burgeoning engineers! Join us at the library for Lihue LEGO Club, where exciting building challenges […]

"Those of the uplands share their crops, those of the seaside share their catch." Join us for a community Barter & Trade gathering! Bring your […]

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 web […]

Join us for a free community concert with the Galliard String Quartet of Chamber Music Hawai‘i. This performance will feature classical, Hawaiian, and modern pop […]

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

Join us for movie night: Bob Marley One Love, rated PG-13. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit on and their own […]

The community is invited to listen, learn from and share their views with local, Hawai’i and international speakers about a variety of topics through the Global Citizenship Speaker Series. This […]

Please join us for an online Zoom discussion of: Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa Sentaro has failed. He has a criminal record, drinks too […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

CANCELLED due to lack of staffing. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to see you on March 6, 2025.   Welcome to Babies, Books, […]

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 songs, and make a craft suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an […]

Parents and caregivers are invited to stop in the children's room to learn about the resources that PATCH has to offer. We will have a […]

Does two-factor authentication make you want to tear your hair out? Do you use email for business or legal purposes? If so, then this class […]

Join the Holoholo Bookmobile at Napili Park!  Enjoy an interactive storytime at 2:00 and visit the Holoholo Bookmobile to register for a library card, borrow […]

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 […]

Come join us for a free viewing of, "Harold and the Purple Crayon".  Inside of his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life […]

Starting in the 1880s, we will delve into the story of Sojourner Truth, an activist for African American civil rights and women's rights. We'll also […]

Join us for crafting fun! Discover your creativity and share it with the world! This month, create a heart-shaped sun catcher! This program is facilitated […]

Join us for a monthly workshop series to illuminate your path toward financial empowerment featuring 6 key topics: February Budgeting Basics:  Making Every Dollar Count […]

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

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

Come by and bring your mending & upcycling projects, sewing, knitting, or other handwork. Share ideas, learn about and find mentors for your favorite craft. […]

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 […]

Studies have shown that reading with your little one helps to develop many pre-literacy skills and is a great opportunity for bonding. The goal is […]

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 Kau’i the Kids’ Librarian for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills! This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years […]

Join us for a reading of The Doctor Says: Let’s Talk About Body Safety with Dr. Pat Morgan. Children will learn what body safety means and what […]

Hello, teens! Are you interested in learning how to code but don't know where to start? Come check out our beginner's workshop for Python! We […]

For this month, join us on February 22nd to show off the latest projects you have been working on, learn about new techniques, and enjoy […]

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, […]

We’re celebrating Engineers Week with a family-friendly Engineering Bash! Meet some of the island’s most talented students, professional engineers, and community members and discover the […]

Join us for Children’s Storytime on Saturdays at the Hawai’i State Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts. Best for ages 3-5; all […]

Join us as we kickstart the Year of the Snake! Enjoy a short introduction to Chinese Lion dancing and a live performance. There will be […]

Starting in the 1880s, we will delve into the story of Sojourner Truth, an activist for African American civil rights and women's rights. We'll also […]

Welcome to teen book club! We meet once a month to discuss books chosen by our members (you!) This month, we're discussing Radium Girls by […]

Have you ever wanted to fight dragons or defeat a troll? See your self as a sly rogue or intelligent cleric? Join us and learn […]

Time to meet up to discuss events, programs you want to have at the Kailua-Kona Library. Not a member yet? Join us at the meeting to learn more and have your voice heard.

Design and build your own fantastic LEGO creations inspired by real structures and imaginative stories! This program is suitable for ages 8-18. Spaces are limited: […]

What is Telehealth? How can I use a Library Telehealth Kit to connect with my doctor? Visit the library to meet with our Telehealth Navigator […]

Art and History Exhibition Closing Reception: Artist Talks Meet featured artists as they share the inspiration behind their work.  We Tell Our Story: A History […]

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 […]

Starting in the 1880s, we will delve into the story of Sojourner Truth, an activist for African American civil rights and women's rights. We'll also […]

Saturday, February 22, join us at 2:00 for LEGO Building Time!  Help us construct new LEGO creations and put them on display for a month.  […]

In this interactive workshop, local poet Laurel Nakanishi will lead you through drama, art and writing activities that stretch the imagination. Invent an imaginary creature […]

Location: Meeting Room Generations in the future following Caesar's reign, apes are living harmoniously as the dominant species -- and humans are living in the […]