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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. […]

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am. Storytime includes reading picture books, singing sweet songs, oral storytelling with felt/flannel pieces, […]

Attend a free 120 minute session on using email. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and send emails Email Navigation How to […]

Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to […]

Join us for a children's movie selected with care each week. Appropriate for children 5+, younger children are welcome but must be accompanied by a […]

Ka Ipu Makani Cultural Heritage Center is proud to announce the release of eight Molokaʻi newspapers on the Moaʻe Molokaʻi Digital Repository! This release includes […]

Every Monday 2:00 - 4:00 PM, except holidays. Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, document guidance […]

Each month brings a surprise hands-on science activity-mix, build, explore, and discover something new! For curious kids ages 6 and up. Come spark your imagination! […]

For teens in grades 6-12. Unwind and get creative with some fun crafts! Teens may come alone or accompanied by a parent/guardian, but supplies will […]

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 […]

Back by popular demand! Movie Night and it's Jake's Choice! Come in to see what he chooses! Will it be a documentary? Will it be […]

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 every Tuesday at 10 am for a fun and educational family storytime. This program is geared towards families with children ages 0-5. […]

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 […]

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 movement, music & stories. Suitable for keiki ages 2 - 5 years old. Must be accompanied by parent or caregiver. Programming […]

Come talk story with the Hawai‘i Climate Commission and share your ideas, concerns, and vision for our islands. Your in-person feedback will help guide the […]

Can diabetes be prevented or controlled?  ‘Ae hiki nō! Learn about diabetes, how a healthy diet can help you, and try some healthy food samples. […]

Come on over and join the fun—play Hanafuda with your fellow community members! We're excited to let you know that after a summer break, we're […]

Join us as we have free build with LEGOs each week. Limited supply, on a first come basis. Young children must be accompanied by a […]

Bridge is a four-player partnership trick-taking card game. Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the brain! A way to practice strategy, wit […]

Join us in making Perler bead crafts. Each month, we'll explore a new theme and pattern, allowing you to create your unique work of art […]

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 […]

Aloha pumehana kākou!  We are continuing the  Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way.  This […]

Learn the knitted cast on, the knit, and bind of stitches by making a dishcloth. This 1.5-hour program is suitable for ages 8-100 and space […]

Come BUILD IT! with LEGO, Picasso Tiles, and more at the Kahului Library! Keiki and Tweens will free-build whatever creations they like and/or collaborate together […]

Come talk story with the Hawai‘i Climate Commission and share your ideas, concerns, and vision for our islands. Your in-person feedback will help guide the […]

“Poetry and beauty are always making peace. When you read something beautiful you find coexistence; it breaks walls down.” —Mahmoud Darwish Join us as we […]

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. September visits will be Wednesdays, 9am-4pm. […]

Are you a kupuna, and would you like tech support?  A Tech Savvy Teen could help you with your laptop, tablet (e.g. iPad or Kindle), […]

Discover the power of play in this engaging 90-minute family workshop! Designed for families with children ages 2-5, this program explores how play supports healthy development, […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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

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 […]

Learn to use library resources to build your family tree! YA Librarian Kylee will walk you through usage of databases and journals, that you can […]

Attend these special, back-to-back two-hour sessions over two days to learn essential basic skills to use computers at 1:00pm to 3:00pm on Wednesday, September 24th […]

Event location: Mountain View Elementary School's Cafetorium Explore lines, shapes, and colors in a brand-new Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) show that brings art to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Play games and make stuff at the library! This weekly after school program is for youth between 5-12 years old (Gr K-7). Each month, we’ll […]

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 […]

Do you enjoy reading, trivia, and teamwork? Join the Page Masters, a competitive book club for youth in the 4th through 7th grades. Together, team […]

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome. This program will not take place on State […]

Celebrate 75 years of stories, community, and imagination with us! Enjoy a day full of fun for all ages. Come write the next chapter with […]

Join us for an afternoon of fun, freestyle arts and crafts! Let your imagination run wild and create something totally unique. This is a great […]

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 […]

September is National Library Card Sign-up Month!  In honor of you, come in and make a library card lanyard on us.  The D.I.Y. station will […]

Did you know 99% of wildfires in Hawaiʻi are started by people? Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization (HWMO) is here to support you in wildfire preparedness […]

Do you need a kickstart for that novel you’ve been meaning to write? Have you gotten "stuck" in the middle of writing your memoirs? Or […]

All levels are welcome! In this class you’ll learn simple yet powerful practices that you can incorporate into your everyday life.  Class led by Susan […]

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 […]

Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 4th Thursday […]

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 […]

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

Ever wondered how to access ebooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines from the library? This workshop is for you! Explore the library's digital collections through the […]

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories and songs followed by a simple craft or activity. Suitable for children […]

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 […]

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 us for stories and songs all about Hawaiʻi in honor of Hawaiian History Month. We’ll read, sing, dance, and color! Suitable for toddlers and […]

September is National Library Card Sign-up Month!  In honor of you, come in and make a library card lanyard on us.  The D.I.Y. station will […]

Have you mastered the basics and want to challenge yourself? Join the Mānoa Public Library’s YA Librarian for a crochet workshop to make little ghosts […]

Attend these special, back-to-back two-hour sessions over two days to learn essential basic skills to use computers at 1:00pm to 3:00pm on Wednesday, September 24th […]

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 […]

Join the Holoholo Bookmobile at Napili Park!  Visit the Holoholo Bookmobile to register for a library card, borrow books, DVDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  Learn about […]

Every first Thursday of the month 1:00 – 4:00 PM, except holidays. Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua […]

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso Join us for new creations each week! All materials provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or […]

This month's selection is Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. Read the book by 9/25 and come watch the movie. Short discussion will follow. Snacks provided! The […]

Join us for Family Craft Time! Parents, Grandparents, and or caregivers together with your sweet young ones have an opportunity to do something fun and […]

Join Arnie Serota MD for a FREE CPR class.  In this class you will learn how to recognize and respond to cardiac arrest and other […]

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, […]

Join us every 4th Thursday of the month for a different craft, activity, or presentation for grades 6-12. Snack packs provided while supplies last. In […]

Challenge yourself with a puzzle! Try your hand at dominoes, checkers or chess. For little ones, slide down Chutes and Ladders or Connect 4! Join […]

We have the gems you bring the book. Create your own custom special edition book using small rhinestones. Don’t have a book? No problem, we […]

  El Rincón Literario de Hawai’i invites you to explore the rich world of Spanish literature and language. Join us as the Spanish Book Club […]

Love origami? Want to learn how to make cool origami shapes and figures? Join Kailash (age 7) and have fun trying your hand at the […]

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 […]

Please join ADHD coach Isabel Ebrahimi for a session exploring best practices for managing ADD/ADHD, either for yourself or your children. She will discuss some […]

Babies 0-23 months and their caregivers are invited to join us for lap-sit storytimes designed just for our littlest library users!  Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit […]

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 […]

Join fellow toddlers for weekly story times as we share books and songs with one another. Books are read by the librarian during this time […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

Come join us for Knitting Club! Make something fun and some new friends. Bring your own supplies or use our stuff and start a new […]

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 the "club" and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome! Event will not be […]

This month's selection is I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. Read the book by 8/29 and come watch the movie. Short discussion will follow. […]

Join us and learn how to play Apples to Apples, the game of hilarious comparisons! A fun family game for a group of 4-10 players. […]

Featuring Audra Furuichi, Brady Evans, Jon J. Murakami, Kevin Sano, Studio Pyro & Friends, and special guest Amy Kim (The Rema Chronicles)! Pick up some […]

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.  […]

Join us for a special storytime! Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books and learn new things. Join us in […]

"After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world." -- Phillip Pullman Just because you know how to read, […]

Come visit Liliha Public Library on the 4th Saturday of every month to read to a therapy dog! This program is designed to give children […]

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 […]

Love to knit or crochet? Enjoy the company of other fiber artists? Just starting out and would like to learn more? The Kona Library Needlework Circle would love […]

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 […]

Waikīkī-Kapahulu Public Library and Ocean Music Action present: Water in Harmony: Connection Through Music! In this program, harpist Megan Conley will perform music inspired by […]

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 […]

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by […]

Join the Teen Book Club for our first-ever reading social! Bring a book of your choice, read quietly among fellow bibliophiles, then gather at the […]

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 […]

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.

Unleash your inner spy! In this 5-session D&D campaign, you’ll explore hidden mysteries, navigate tricky situations, and roleplay as a member of the Violet Shield, […]

Join us for a screening of Shikata Ga Nai, which depicts the silent struggle of WWII veteran Tats, who is permanently haunted by a secret […]

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 […]

This watercolor program for adults will help you to unwind after a busy week. Enjoy a little quiet time while you paint a pre-printed bookmark. […]

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 […]

The Aloha Adventure Guild welcomes people to all ages to play the popular role playing game.  All ages and skill levels are welcome.  Please show […]

Location: Meeting Room Anthony Mackie returns as the high flying hero Sam Wilson, who's taken up the mantle of Captain America. After meeting with newly […]