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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. […]

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 […]

Join Sade Kahue of Family Hui Hawaii to explore instruments, learn new songs and get your bodies moving to some fun music! More information forthcoming. […]

In partnership with the East Hawai'i Master Gardeners we will be offering a free gardening workshop.  The plant you will be working with is Sunset […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join Mililani Public Library’s Teen Volunteer Council for a special service project! Our mission: collect and decorate shoeboxes to donate to the cats of the […]

Join us for a LEGO challenge! We provide the LEGOs ... and a challenge. No need to register, just show up! Children under the age […]

The Honolulu Theatre for Youth performance has been cancelled due to unforeseen travel issues. We apologize for any inconvenience.

All participants will walk away with useful and highly effective tips on using food-as-therapy, acupressure, and other lifestyle tools as well as info on acupuncture […]

You’ll explore easy and gentle techniques that promote mindfulness in your daily movements. Virna expertly modifies techniques to suit your individual needs. This practice is […]

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

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 […]

Come listen to N. Kohala historian Boyd Bond tell the story of the ali‘i Ka‘iana. By 1790, when few people anywhere had heard the name […]

Come and watch a showing of 1995's Casper! "An afterlife therapist and his daughter meet a friendly young ghost when they move into a crumbling […]

Come enjoy games or puzzles at the library! A small selection of games or puzzles of different varieties and difficulties will be on hand. With […]

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 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 for Family Story Time every Tuesday morning! Come join us for fun stories, dances, and songs. There will be a free new book […]

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

Pearl City Crafters invite you to join their Make-n-Take craft! You will make Boo-boxes! Let your creative imagination run wild w/this project!  Space is limited […]

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

Join us for a free movie showing, Wicked.  The movie based off of the beloved musical. Starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Arian Grande as […]

Explore lines, shapes, and colors in a brand-new Honolulu Theatre for Youth (HTY) show that brings art to life. Built in collaboration with the educators […]

Keiki can improve their reading skills by reading to a therapy dog! Visit the Hawai'i State Library to read to Nugget, a therapy dog from […]

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 […]

Do you want to practice your reading skills?  Read to a Dog with therapy dogs from K9 Therapets of Hawaii. Bring your own book, use […]

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. Mahjong is now played on Wednesday afternoon. Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the […]

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 […]

Create your own bead bracelet to keep or give away. Materials will be provided. Limit one per person while supplies last. Recommended for ages 5 […]

Create, connect, and share your fiber crafts passion! If you're a beginner or expert, come share you passion for fiber crafts. Bring your own project […]

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 […]

Families are invited to join us for a spooky movie, featuring a screening of Hotel Transylvania: Transformania (PG) at Kapaʻa Public Library in our conference […]

Join us for a special Chief of War (Apple TV series) Talk Story with scholars of Hawaiian History, Pacific Island Studies, and Anthropology: Dr. Isaiah […]

Need Health Insurance? Legal Aid Society of Hawaii offers free help with enrolling families in Medicaid and Marketplace (Affordable Care Act) health insurance. Anyone who […]

Join us for Tai Chi – a form of martial arts and low impact exercise for Older Adults 50+. Medical clearance by a physician is recommended. […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

The Hawaii Positive Engagement Project (HPEP) presents a 2-hour craft and engagement experience. Parent and keiki will make a resin keychain, take photos of the […]

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 […]

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 […]

LEGO lovers can join us for 2 hours of free play with LEGO bricks. No sign up is required for this drop-in program, and the […]

Have you ever wanted to try your hands at 3D printing? The instructor will help participants navigate 3D printing programs to create, and export their […]

Calling all super fans! Swing by the library after school for a mini Jeopardy-style trivia game packed with your favorite fandoms – from Marvel to […]

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 live classical music with the West Hawaii Woodwind Quintet, one of the Kamuela Philharmonicʻs chamber ensembles. Free and suitable for all ages. […]

Are you interested in participating in our Tiny Art Show, but aren't sure how to get started? Why not join us for a fun and […]

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 […]

Listeners: Kindergarteners - 3rd graders Readers: Ms. Mindy, 4th-12th graders, adults Hearing books read aloud improves listening and reading skills. Reading builds confidence. Share a […]

Come join us for a fun and relaxing Craft Day at the Library! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking to try something new, […]

Join the Hawaiian Humane Society for a fun and interactive presentation to learn what it really means to be a responsible pet owner. Together, we’ll […]

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 […]

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 […]

Local conservation organizations will be at the library to share information about their important work and provide fun activities for the keiki!  The following organizations […]

Meet us in the Children's Room to watch Winnie the Pooh's Heffalump Halloween Movie (2005, 67 mins runtime, rated G). "Roo and his new friend […]

Get together with family and friends and play some board games! We have classic and new board games to try: Cards Against Humanity Family Edition (Newest Game!), Ticket […]

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

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 […]

Back by popular demand - it's Bad Art Night! Krampus Night is December 5th, so he's going to be our topic. Come and join the […]

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

Join us for a writing workshop on the art of the journal! Cora Currier, a longtime writer, reporter, and editor, will provide prompts and inspiration […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Come play with friends at the library! We'll bring out our storytime toy collection for an extended playtime. Make a play date at the library! […]

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 […]

Children ages 5 and up make their own LEGO creations. LEGOs will be on display in the library after the program is over. Anyone who […]

Join us for an opportunity to meet Halle, the friendly rescue dog who's found it's forever home with Daylynn, the founder of Aloha 'Ilio Dog […]

Come in during Fall Break to see a free PG-13 rated movie. Participants must be 13 yrs. and older to watch the movie.  The movie […]

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 Kamaka Jingao, Medicare Advisor and Hawaiian health and wellness practitioner, to learn the basics of Medicare and the big changes coming up in 2026! […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Calling all teens in Grades 7 and Up!!! Join us for a silent disco at the downtown […]

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 […]

This month's book club pick is Solito, a memoir by poet Javier Zamora. At nine years old, Zamora made the long journey from El Salvador […]