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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 […]

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. […]

Join in for a STEM/STEAM activity for kids ages 7+. Each week features a different science program. Learn about light, sound, numbers, and measuring and […]

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 […]

Do you needle a little time to mend? Bring your project to the Kahuku Cool Lab to make some Pin Pals and finally get those […]

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 […]

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with music instructor Randy Fonseca. For new and beginning players. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure […]

Join the Lihue Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Lihue Public Library. Open to new members of all skill levels! Anyone […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our theme is E Heluhelu Kākou: Mele, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the power of storytelling through music, chants, and […]

Back by popular demand - it's another Bad Art Night! Tonight, we will be exploring the amazing art of Manga, trying to create our own, […]

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 […]

Do you love animals? Want to learn about small animals? The Hawaiian Humane Society presents “All About Small Animals”. This program includes information about small […]

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! […]

Event has been cancelled due to construction.    

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 […]

Rhythm is a key building block of literacy, so let's get clapping, rhyming, and singing! Join us every Tuesday in June and July for a […]

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 […]

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am - 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am - 11:00am). Recommended for little […]

Enjoy a storytime at 10:30 filled with stories, songs, movement followed by art projects with Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center.  Suitable for ages 3 to […]

Join Ms. Mindy for playful and educational movement, music & stories. Suitable for keiki ages 2 - 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent […]

Join the discussion of All Systems Red (Murderbot Diaries #1) by Martha Wells. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"'As a heartless killing machine, I was a complete failure.' […]

This craft program for adults will help you to relax while taking a break from your busy day. Enjoy a little quiet time while you […]

HAWAI‘I PONO‘I, the newly restored 1970 film (60 minutes) is a visually stunning and poetic meditation on music, the gods in the Hawaiian pantheon, and […]

Learn how to make 5D diamond stickers.  Tools, materials and guidance will be provided.  Best suited for those four years old and up.  Adults are […]

A boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his lofty ambitions cause him to […]

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 […]

Every Tuesday during the Summer Reading Challenge art and craft supplies will be available for you to come and create! Bring your own to add […]

Sorry, this class is now full. For teens in grades 6-12. Teens may come alone or with a parent/guardian. Sign up at the Mililani Public […]

Aunty Sherie brings Music and Movement to the library! Children will explore musical themes and instruments with fun, engaging activities.  Best for ages 2 - […]

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 every Tuesday this summer at 2:00 pm for a fun-filled Reading Challenge activity! This week, learn to make a Rain Maker! For children […]

Does singing bring you joy? Come join us as we sing along to the Disney movie, Mulan. Captions will be turned on to sing along […]

Join us as we have free build with LEGOs. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Those Who Came Before: The Musical Journey of Eddie Kamae pays tribute […]

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 […]

Drop-in between 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm every Tuesday evening to enjoy an evening of games with family and friends. We'll have our games available […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Come learn beginner line dances with us! Our seasoned instructor will walk through the dances slowly and give careful instruction. Pop in for a 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 […]

Interested in playing basic mahjong? Stop by the Ewa Beach Public & School Library for a chance to learn and play! Anyone who requires an […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Due to the repaving of the Library's parking lot, the July 9th Keiki Storytime has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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 […]

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 […]

Do you love animals? The Hawaiian Humane Society presents “Tails of Kindness”, an engaging and interactive presentation designed to teach children the importance of showing […]

Come join us for family storytime.  A fun and engaging opportunity to listen to a few stories.  In addition, foster a love for reading, enhance […]

Make some music (or at least noise) with Kylee! Learn about music notes and octaves, play fun songs, and enjoy the magic of boom whackers. […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Ready to roll? Put your Dungeons & Dragons training to the test in this 3-part campaign with experienced Dungeon Master, Nikki. Wednesday, July 9 at […]

Join us for a family friendly movie mini-marathon. The featured films to go along with our Summer Reading Challenge theme will be Lilo & Stitch […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! "The History of the Sons of Hawai‘i" […]

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, […]

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 […]

Bring your friends for a fun tabletop escape room type game! Test your information literacy skills by solving these fun puzzles. Each week will be […]

Are you a Scrabble champion? Have you never played before, but would like to try? Then come and join our new Scrabble Club! The Club […]

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with Uncle Randy. Join us and have some fun! Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

Ohe Kapala is traditionally carved out of bamboo for kapa and clothing.  We will be using carved out rubber stamps to decorate a greeting card […]

For Kindergarteners through 3rd graders Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Learn new vocabulary! Expand your imagination! Funny stories, classic tales, short […]

Game on! Join us Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30 pm for Scrabble play. We also have an assortment of other board games to choose from. Please check […]

Join us for a fun, hands-on event open to nature lovers of all ages! Learn about native plants and how they help our environment while […]

Join us in welcoming Kevin Perry, local Wai'anae resident to the library. Come enjoy he smooth sound and the awesome talent he brings to the […]

The right plant in the right place! With Master Gardener Ed Fenzl of Living Light Landscaping. Presentation on: -Developing a natural garden -Reducing maintenance Learn […]

The Lihue Library is proud to welcome award-winning musician Abe Lagrimas Jr. for an evening of mele and musical entertainment. This program is generously sponsored […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Join Cheryl Yoshie Nakasone for an all-ages program exploring the beauty and evolution of Okinawan dance, from classical forms […]

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 […]

This FREE program is suitable for high school students, their families, and interested adults. Are you in high school and thinking of college after graduation? […]

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! We will be reading Library Lion and Once Upon a […]

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 […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! 2025 has been proclaimed the Year of Our Community Forests in Hawai‘i! To celebrate, public libraries are partnering with […]

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 […]

Play BINGO at the Ewa Beach Public & School Library. You can win prizes. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

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 […]

Do you have a wiggly, giggly 3 to 5 year old on your hands? Join us for Preschool Storytime as we listen to stories, shake […]

Event has been cancelled due to construction.    

Join the Holoholo Bookmobile at Napili Park!  Enjoy an interactive storytime at 10:30 and visit the Holoholo Bookmobile to register for a library card, borrow […]

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

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 […]

Families with young children are invited to read, sing, and play at the library! For the first 30 minutes, children are welcome to drop in […]

Learn computer basics such as: • Turning on your device(s) • Identifying mouse and pointer & functions • Typing in the “address bar” Get comfortable […]

Five high-school students in detention become friends and form a pop band that resonates with fellow classmates who are shunned by their elitist peers. Get […]

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, visit the Kailua-Kona Public Library to meet with a Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi representative. The representative […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

Join us for movies at Kealakekua this summer! Movie begins at 1 p.m. Wicked is rated PG and runs for approximately 160 minutes. Anyone who […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Those Who Came Before: The Musical Journey of Eddie Kamae pays tribute […]

Join us to be enlightened by Dr. Carolyn O'Mahony for an interactive workshop for parents and caregivers of 5-9 year old keiki. Learn low cost, […]

Come spend part of Summer Break with us at the library! Watch The Greatest Showman with your friends and family. Children under 12 must be […]

In partnership with the Gemini Observatory, join us for an adventure in a portable planetarium where we will explore our solar system and galaxy. State-of-the-art […]

Celebrate Hawaiian culture with crafts and song! All materials provided by Friends of the Mountain View Library. For ages 5 and up. Children must be […]

Our Summer Reading Challenge theme this year is E Heluhelu Kākou: Mele in`Ōlelo Hawai`i, or Let's Read: song, anthem, or chant. Libraries are of course […]

This program is designed to give people a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and no judgment. However, if you don’t want to […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Li‘a: The Legacy of a Hawaiian Man is an award-winning documentary that […]

Thursday evenings from 3:00pm-5:30pm, we welcome you to game night! It’s a great way to test your mind in scrabble, or battle your friends in […]

Join us for Wicked this weeks summer movie jam in the Manoa Library meeting room. You are welcome to bring small snacks as well as […]

Let's get crafty! Join us and make your own unique magnets to keep or give as a gift. We will be using GLITTER too! Perfect […]

Please join our book club for a discussion of The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra, the first in a charming, joyful crime series set […]

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 as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! Words, Earth & Aloha: The Source of […]

One Two Three : a novel by Laurie Frankel​ “In a town about to be ravaged for a second time by an evil chemical company, […]

Join this crafters' circle to connect with fiber-loving community members. If you enjoy crochet, knitting, macramé, needlepoint, embroidery, felting and more, this club is for […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! "The History of the Sons of Hawai‘i" […]

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 […]

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

Free lunch for keiki 18 years and under every Friday in the meeting room. All keiki are eligible regardless of family income. Lunches must be […]

Celebrate National Watercolor Month with our first Laupāhoehoe Tiny Art Show on Friday beginning at 12:30 pm. "Java Jive" featuring Jerry & Rose will be […]

Join us as we celebrate Mele, our 2025 Summer Reading theme, with a free local documentary film screening! Words, Earth & Aloha: The Source of […]

Learn to sketch and make fashion artwork from a local fashion designer! No previous drawing experience needed, all skill levels welcome! For ages 8 and […]

Join us on Fridays at the Kailua-Kona Public Library for a free film screening! July 11th's Friday Film: The Greatest Showman (PG, 96 min) Light […]

Art Friday returns! Join us every Friday in June and July to try a new project, get a little messy, and make some art. All […]

How can I get help with my job search and applying for a new job? How can I level up my computer skills and resume […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

Marbling is a fun way to make interesting shapes and patterns using simple products. Learn how to marble and take your own unique piece of […]

Are you a chess aficionado who would like to up your game a bit? Come to Salt Lake-Moanalua! Matthew Washington has coached chess at Pearl […]

Fun for the whole family! Come and play (or learn) “old-school” games like hopscotch, jacks, hula-hoops, bean bag tic-tac-toe and other classic games with library […]

Get ready to get tap out a rhythm with bottle cap castanets. Supplies will be provided; limit one pair per person while supplies last. Recommended […]

After a major renovation project, the Kahului Public Library is ready to welcome the community back! Join us on Saturday, July 12 at 9 a.m. for a reopening […]

Calling all middle schoolers & high schoolers! Tune in to this year's Summer Reading Challenge with the Kailua-Kona Public Library's Read-apalooza Young Adult BINGO Card! […]

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 […]

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.  […]

Dave Del Rocco will enchant you with folk tales and short stories from around the world! For all ages; young children must be accompanied by […]

Meet our newest therapy dog Adaka!  This  program is designed to give children and teens a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and […]

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 for a special visit from the Wandering Reader, Sandra Taga, who brings books to life with her lively character voices. Fun for the […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! Join Cheryl Yoshie Nakasone for an all-ages program exploring the beauty and evolution of Okinawan dance, from classical forms […]

Always wanted to try Dungeons & Dragons but don't where to start? Join us for a complete beginner's introduction to D&D with the Aloha Adventurers […]

Enjoy some mele at Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Library! Genevieve Sendrey attends Kailua Intermediate. This thirteen year-old also takes vocal and guitar lessons at Kailua Music […]

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 […]

Join us for a musical afternoon featuring some of Hawaii's finest classical voices in a program of art song, arias, Broadway, and more. The performers […]

You have 45 minutes to solve our music-themed escape room! Decipher the clues, unlock the boxes, and beat the clock to win!  An escape room […]

At 1:00, join artist Rich Rodriguez as he leads a drawing workshop. You’ll learn the basics of how to draw characters (like Stitch, Smurfs, and […]

Due to an unforeseen circumstance, this event, A.I. & School, is rescheduled for Saturday, August 9. See the August 9th event entry for more details. […]

Celebrate the rich traditions of Hawai‘i through mele with renowned musician Kuʻuipo Kumukahi. Her soulful voice and storytelling bring the music and culture of the […]

Celebrate the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge! 2025 has been proclaimed the Year of Our Community Forests in Hawai‘i! To celebrate, public libraries are partnering with […]

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

Movie time! All ages are invited to come down to Kīhei Public Library on Saturday to watch a classic movie with us! We’ll be watching […]

Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for […]

‘Ohe Kapala is traditionally carved out of bamboo for kapa and clothing.  We will be creating and experimenting with our own temporary ‘Ohe Kapala.  You […]

Join us for an enchanting woodwind quintet concert that blends the elegance of classical music, the charm of popular tunes, and the warmth of Hawaiian […]