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Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting […]

Aloha pumehana kākou! Feel free to join us for our second Hawaiian 101 class at the Kaimukī Public Library. We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian […]

  TEENS!  Join us for National Pizza Day - good vibes, great friends, and all the cheesy slices you can handle! Come grab a slice […]

Aloha ʻĀina!  All are invited to join the advanced Hawaiian Language class.  Please note that this class is a continuation of the Hawaiian 102 with […]

Come in and learn how to tie specialized knots and make something cool with them! We provide the chord and pins, you provide the inspiration. […]

Ever wanted to try this fun, portable, and practical craft? Or maybe you already know how, but need help learning to read patterns? Come join […]

Join Us for ʻOhana Movie Night! Let's revisit some old faves with Freakier Friday! 22 years after surviving an identity crisis, Anna now has a […]

Join us for two free courses where you will learn about: Computer Basics Internet Usage Email Usage Online Safety Telehealth You may bring your own […]

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 […]

Get ready for Valentine's with a heart wreath. Materials will be supplied. Limit one wreath per person while supplies last. Recommended for ages 5 and […]

Unplug and have fun with us at Family Game Day every 2nd Tuesday of the month! All ages welcome! Games provided or feel free to […]

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 […]

Join the fun to learn new skills and participate in friendly competition! Chess players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend. […]

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 to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Learn how to make 5D Diamond heart keychains!  Tools, materials and guidance will be provided. Best for Ages 6+. […]

Attention all GenX'ers and Millennials and 80's movie buffs! Do you wish you could share your generational trauma with those who have no idea about […]

Celebrate the month of love with a screening of the teen classic: Love & Basketball (2000), rated PG-13, at Kapa'a Public Library. This program is […]

A cozy, low-pressure gathering every Tuesday 5:00-6:30 pm where we listen to a shared audiobook while working on our own craft projects. Bring your knitting, […]

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Come to Kailua Library to customize a card for your sweetie. All art supplies and cards will be […]

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

Skill Builders: Library & Research is a hands-on program designed for homeschooling families who want to develop strong academic skills in a supportive library setting. […]

Mahjong is a game played with colorful tiles, with a rich history. Join others interested in learning this game that challenges the brain! A way […]

The Ewa Beach Public & School Library is joining forces with the Campbell High School Chess Club to bring you Chess Play at the library. […]

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 […]

Create a cute felt photo/card keychain charm for the things you want to keep close, whether it’s a photo of your favorite K-pop idol, a […]

Create soft, colorful felt fortune cookies and tuck your own fun or inspiring messages inside!  Add a mini take out box and you've got a […]

Happy Valentine's Day! Create your very own embroidered keychain out of felt and beginning embroidery stitches. All supplies are provided through funding from Friends of […]

Join us for Teen Zine Night at the library!  Teens are invited to create their own mini magazines (zines)! Use words, art, collage, poetry, or […]

Local sewing expert Marge Bourget continues to teach us sewing basics! This 90-minute program is suitable for ages 8 and up. Please see a staff […]

Stop by and make a Valentine’s Day card for someone special. All supplies provided — just bring your creativity! — all ages and skill levels […]

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 […]

Back by popular demand is Daniel Tremblay of HIMELE! Listen and learn from Daniel, as he teaches the history of Hawaiian Steel Guitars, and how […]

Is A River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane "the great nature writer...of this generation" ( Wall Street Journal), ... transforms how we imagine rivers--and life itself. […]

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 […]

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

Learn how to play a fun board game with Ms. Pukahi, aka Aunty Ruth. A classic favorite or something new. A fun family activity for […]

Listen along to a chapter (or so) of a book each week, and work on a craft. It's Storytime for older kids! Kylee (YA) Librarian […]