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Come and watch a showing of, "Walking With Dinosaurs!" Per Rotten Tomatoes (2025): During the Cretaceous Period, a dinosaur named Patchi (Justin Long) hatches among […]

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

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

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and send […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on connecting to and navigating the Internet. Participants will learn: Recognize online scams Spot phishing emails Smart online practices […]

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 […]

Are you currently working on a craft project or interested in exploring a new one? We invite you to bring your own project or select […]

Due to not being available, Moana 2 has been changed to a mystery movie. This film is rated PG. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]

Attend a free 1.5 hour session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and […]

Learn about resources, ask questions, and get helpful tips to learn more about your family history. Join our librarian once a month for a short […]

Join us for a special ʻOhana Game Night! We will have games available for everyone to free play with. Some of the games we will […]

Get the bugs out!! Join Malakhi Reynolds from Oahu Master Gardeners and learn valuable pest management tips for your ornamental plants and home landscaping! Recommended […]

For preschool children ages 2-5 and their families. Wear your pajamas and get ready for some Storytime fun! There will be stories, songs, movement, and […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library for our Sort of Traditional StoryTime! Our YA Librarian Kylee, comes to us from Kaimuki Public Library where she became […]

Note: This class will be held at the Hanalei Initiative Office, located at 5-5260 Kuhio Highway, while the Princeville Public Library is undergoing renovations. Attend […]

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 how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Come and play Hanafuda with your fellow community members!  We have several hanafuda packs available during the program for those who wish to play, on […]

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 […]

Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a […]

Enjoy some Board Game time! We will have board games available or you can bring your own. This is suitable for tweens and teens, ages […]

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 […]

In honor of National Poetry Month, join us for an author talk featuring Ryan Dave Pasion Jr. -- a local author who has self-published two […]

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 […]

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 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

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 weekly preschool programming for two more Wednesday mornings at 10am (April 23rd and 30th). In May, Story Time will be moved […]

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 […]

Please join us for weekly preschool programming. Storytime - preschool age-appropriate stories read aloud, interactive songs or games and then a craft. Best suited for […]

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 […]

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 […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

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 us each Wednesday at 1:30 for an after school movie! Ask at the circulation desk for movie information. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]

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

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 […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Come join our branch's teen book club for an amazing buddy read! The Otherwhere Post by Emily J. Taylor is one of the latest fantasy […]

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 […]

It's game night at the library! Bring your friends, ʻohana, or just yourself and play games together. With dozens to choose from, there's a game […]

The library is hosting a reception for the winners and honorees of the 2nd annual Friends of Waimea Public Library keiki poster contest! Please join […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

The community is invited to join the Molokai Rural Health Community Association in watching, "Restoring Lokahi." The film documents a project by Dr. Karen Pellegrin […]

For those 3 years of age and older.  We will move, sing, stretch, breathe and read.  Join Aunty Taryn as she leads the group in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited for children ages 3 - 5 […]

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 […]

Come and be amazed with our keiki magic show by Ron Ishimaru of Magic Academy Hawaii! Unlike any other magic show, keiki will learn valuable […]

Come 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 […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

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 […]

Celebrate May Day with a paper lei. Or save it for Mother’s Day or a graduate. Supplies will be provided; limit one per person while […]

Join us and get creative and crafty. Follow instructions exactly to learn something new or let your creative juices flow and make something totally you. […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Join us Thursday afternoons to learn about and practice cursive writing. Our goal is to write not only our signatures, but read and write whole […]

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 […]

The First Thursday Memory Catchers is a poetry group dedicated to the art of “memory catching”. This group brings together the importance of memory in […]

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

Join us for an enchanting evening as students from the Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony perform a selection of quartet music. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]

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. […]

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 […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and […]

Join us at the Kaneohe Library Pop-up at Windward Mall! Interested in learning the basics of Chinese Mahjong or looking for a friendly group of […]

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. […]

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

Whether you're a seasoned Jedi or a Padawan, this is the perfect chance to revisit the timeless adventure of Star Wars! We have collected all […]

Need a gift for Mom or a graduate in your life? Decorate a small jar to fill with candy, cash, or a thoughtful note. Or […]

Join us at the teen table on Friday! Participants can make either a Yarn or a Candy Lei. All materials will be provided. Program is […]

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 […]

On Saturday, May 3rd, visit a participating library and show your valid HSPLS library card to receive a free comic book and bookmark of your […]

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at Waimanalo Library with the following activities: Free comic book: while supplies last Comic book scavenger hunt: Find the clues […]

Join us all day on Saturday May 3rd for our Annual Free Comic Day - this year fully sponsored by the Maui Friends of the […]

On Saturday, May 3rd, visit a participating library and show your valid HSPLS library card to receive a free comic book and bookmark of your […]

Kupuna Aikido will teach you Aikido-based falling techniques that help protect your head, and prevent or reduce significant injury, such as broken hips, pelvis, arms, […]

The May 3rd event is cancelled. The Library apologizes for the inconvenience.

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 […]

On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class  on a […]

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, […]

Visit for a free comic book and fun for all ages! Come dressed in a costume to enter our raffle! All Day - free comic […]

Enjoy stories and fun! Story Times will happen on the following Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. May 3 & 17, 2025 Recommended for children 3 to […]

The fun loving droid, RD-D2, celebrates Star Wars Day with a simple craft. We invite you to choose colored cardstock paper to create a unique […]

A weekly program for teens to learn things we weren't taught in school, the kinds of things we wish we knew without having to ask. […]

Join the Sith or the Jedi by making a Star Wars themed paper lantern. Feel free to draw your own designs on the transcluent paper […]

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

This event is for students in grades 6-12. RSVP required. Sign-up in-person or by calling the library. Limited to 15 students. Learn the fundamentals of […]

Shikata Ga Nai, a phrase that means “It cannot be helped” is also the title of an independent film that will have a special showing […]

Join us for Kids Club. Fun with Ms. Pukahi for story time, book talks, learn something new, and craft activities for all levels. Appropriate for […]

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day by recycling old comic books into awesome accessories and more!  While all materials will be provided, you may bring your […]