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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 […]

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

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. […]

Please join us for weekly preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am to 11:00am. Storytime - preschool age-appropriate stories read aloud, interactive songs or games […]

This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters Kindergarten. One of the best ways to encourage […]

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 […]

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 a teen who enjoys reading books and talking about books with other people who also like books? Join us every Monday, with Auntie […]

It's May - come and learn how to make leis and lei po'o. We will provide the rafia and ti leaves. If you would like […]

Join us on Monday evening for a casual and relaxing poetry group. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own poetry or some of their favorites […]

Ever wonder what Artificial Intelligence really is and how it could actually help you in your everyday life?  This free, beginner-friendly workshop is designed just […]

Join us for a fun and informative question and answer contest! Questions may cover notable people and may include subjects such as literature, history, and […]

Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]

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! […]

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

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 […]

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 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 the discussion of The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck. Mutiny, and Murder by David Grann. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"On January 28, 1742, a ramshackle vessel […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 2nd Tuesday […]

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 […]

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 […]

Please join us for a free lecture viewing of, "Exploring Easter Island - Moai Mysteries & More" brought to you by Road Scholar.  Unravel the […]

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 […]

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, […]

“Mufasa: The Lion King” brings in Rafiki to tell young lion cub Kiara (Simba and Nala’s daughter) the story of Mufasa, with Timon and Pumbaa […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Register below for the next level, advanced-beginner, computer class from our friends at Mapunawai! HSPLS Kauai Schedule – Mapunawai Inc Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]

The next craft session for the Aiea/Pearl City Crafters  will be on Wednesday, May 14 at 12. This will be their last session here at […]

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 […]

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, […]

Join us for an author talk and discussion featuring historical fiction novelist Barbara Lazar who will read from her novel, The Pillow Book of the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Teens: Visit the library, Wednesday, 5/14 sand 5/21, from 3pm-5pm and make a Lucky Star Lei for your favorite grad while supplies last. Celebrate graduation […]

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 […]

Do you love libraries and want to find a way to support them? Do you live in the Mountain View or Volcano communities? If so, […]

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 […]

Let's talk 'till we drop - like zombies! Bring your favorite zombie or post-apocalyptic story to share with others. We'll have a lively book discussion! […]

We are bringing out our extra craft supplies from past storytimes and other programs in the library.  Stop by and make something new from our […]

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! We will be reading The Smallest Girl in the […]

This program has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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 […]

In preparation for our Summer Reading Challenge, Storytime will be postposed until May 29, 2025. Storytime will resume on June 3, 2025.

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 […]

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 connecting to and navigating the Internet. Participants will learn: How to get online Use the address bar Navigate […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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

Aloha kākou! This May, please join us at Hilo Public Library for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Edna Baker. Kumu Edna will show us how […]

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 […]

Want to learn how to sew using a machine? Have you sewn before but need a refresher? Join us for this second class in the […]

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. […]

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 […]

Come make a zine with us! Zines are the most accessible and fun form of self-publishing. You can have one done in minutes, and photocopy […]

Aiea Library's regular Movie Nights continue with Garfield!  Here is a description of the movie from Movie Licensing USA:  Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the […]

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 how to setup your own email address, how to select an effective password, and how to send and receive emails. We will also cover […]

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 […]

Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to spreadsheets (Google Sheets) File management using Google Drive Cloud computing fundamentals More email functions and organization Registration […]

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. […]

Enjoy a video of music and dance from 2005 at the Na'alehu Theater. This two hour video will be shown in two parts.  The theater […]

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

A FREE Community Concert for families and music lovers! June 16th, 2025 from 6pm-7pm. Let the Spring Winds Quintet take you on a journey through […]

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 […]

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.  This […]

Join us Saturday at 10:00am for story time! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an activity. Great […]

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 Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills! This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old. Young children […]

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 the third Saturday of the month to show off the latest projects you have been working on, learn about new techniques, and enjoy […]

Join us for a special Story Time with a Doctor from Waipahu Health Center in Partnership with Hawaii Pacific Health and Pali Momi. We will […]

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 […]

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. […]

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, […]

Do you love dogs? Read to a therapy dog!  All dogs participating in this program are specially trained and can help patrons practice reading aloud without […]

The members of Voices of Aloha, a local community choir, will share a variety of musical pieces which reflects the importance and wonder of the […]

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, […]

Graduation season is right around the corner, so visit the Young Adult Section at the Hawaii State Library to learn how to make a braided […]

Make a ribbon lei to celebrate a new grad, gift to a friend, or just because. Supplies and instructions provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]

Enjoy a movie at the library! Join us every third Saturday for box office hits on the big screen with big sound. We'll prove the […]

Help us celebrate Waimanalo School’s 100th Anniversary by joining us in the library! From 1pm-4pm we will have free face/hand painting by Fun Fun the […]

Join us for the next meeting of our monthly Spanish book club! El Rincón Literario de Hawai’i will meet to share at the Language, Literature, […]

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 […]

It’s time to play Trivia Murder Party, a deadly quiz show that all comes down to a mad dash to the exit as everyone answers rapid-fire trivia questions to […]

Every third Saturday of the month, join us at 2:00 for LEGO Building Time!  Keiki and their 'ohana are invited to come down to Kīhei […]

Aiea Library's regular Movie Nights continue with Garfield!  Here is a description of the movie from Movie Licensing USA:  Garfield (voiced by Chris Pratt), the […]

Location: Meeting Room Deadpool is now happily forgotten as Wade Wilson tries to live an ordinary but more peaceful life. However, things are upended when […]

Join us this May for a special slime time for Mental Health Month! You’ll be using glue, baking soda, contact solution, and additives. We will […]