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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 […]

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all? Search […]

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. […]

Uncle Art’s Music and Movement Show is an immersive, interactive, music-infused program designed to help keiki develop a love of learning MUSIC.  This program is recommended for toddlers […]

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am. For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, […]

Longevity Spinach, as the name implies, is celebrated for its health benefits. It is a great option for warmer climates where regular spinach does not […]

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

In this workshop, you'll learn about fabric printing with items from nature. Please bring your own material to this class. The timeframe of the program allows […]

Group practice with adults or seniors on a weekly commitment. Basic knowledge is required. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

The Kaua’i Master Gardeners present another fun, informative program for keiki all about our daytime and nocturnal pollinators! For ages 5 to 10, accompanied by […]

Join us for Monday movies at Mililani this summer! Monday movies begin at 2:00pm in the Mililani Library Program Room. Wicked: For Good (Part 2) […]

Family Movie Night at the Library presents... The Bad Guys 2 (2025, PG)! Get ready for an evening of big laughs and fun times as […]

Learn about Kanopy, a movie streaming service that is free to use with your library card and enjoy a family-friendly movie in the comfort of […]

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. […]

Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowl Soundbath A unique immersive experience of being “bathed” in the vibrations of eight 432 Hz Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls made from […]

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. […]

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 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 […]

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 a special storytime session, same time same place! We'll be learning about kalo, a great first food for keiki, through songs and […]

Farm to Keiki First Foods Storytime is a four week series designed for children ages 0-5 and their parent/caregiver.  Each week features one Hawaiian food: […]

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 Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled Kitchen Playdate for Toddlers (Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 and July 7, 14, 21, 28) in the […]

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

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 The Convenience Store by the Sea by Sonoko Machida. Excerpt from Goodreads.com:"Welcome to Tenderness! A quaint seaside town in Kitakyushu, Mojiko […]

NAMI Peer support groups offer respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope for people living with mental illness. Free and confidential. Connection Recovery Peer Support Groups meet […]

Teens/tweens in 6th-12th grades - Join us for an afternoon of whimsical cozy crafting! Create a mini bakery in a tin using scrapbooking materials, miniature […]

CANCELED Beat the summer heat and relax with some quiet time while coloring with colored pencils or water coloring a bookmark. You can even design […]

Come join us each Tuesday for some LEGO building fun at the library! Kids are welcome to let their imagination run wild during this open […]

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

Come to Crochet & Connect with Your Community! Drop in for a Crochet Class, whether just starting out or refreshing your skills! Build your crochet […]

Decorate a Ziploc bag. Materials will be provided. Limit one bag per person while supplies last. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Join local documentarian, Catherine Aki, for this special series presenting local legends—people, places and stories. Gather Tuesday afternoons throughout the month of June and into […]

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 our Super Smash Bros. Teen Tournament! Enjoy free snacks and friendly competition.  This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers. Spaces are […]

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 Everything And Read along with Ms. Jayne from an award-winning juvenile novel every Tuesday afternoon. The One and Only Ivan, by Katherine Applegate will […]

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 […]

Location: Meeting Room When two girls move to the country to be near their mother, they have adventures with the forest spirits who live nearby. […]

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 […]

Inspired by the ancient phrase In Vino Veritas - “In wine, there is truth.” This special gathering invites us to explore the role of women […]

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 […]

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 storytime every Wednesday! It’s a fun and lively program made just for little ones and their caregivers. Each week, your keiki can […]

Author Brandi-Ann Uyemura will read her book I Am a Bon Dancer just in time for Bon Dance season. Calling upon her "small kid time" […]

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 […]

For Families with keiki - infant to 5 years old.  This program is suitable for caregivers and their young keiki. Join us for a musical […]

Ever wanted to learn mahjong, but all your friends are already experts, with no time to teach you? Join us for a new group that […]

Free 3-hour computer class; space is limited. Participants may qualify for a free computer!   This class will cover: Computer Basics - turning on your device, […]

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 […]

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

Join us for the next three-card project. Father's Day and food are the themes. Card-making supplies and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to […]

Is your child a storyteller at heart? This summer, kids get to create a real picture book — from the first word to the final […]

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 […]

Design, doodle, and draw! Keiki, teens, and their families are invited to decorate and customize a zipper pouch with their own designs and drawings!  All young children […]

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. […]

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 […]

Join us for Hero Kids, a kid-friendly table-top role playing game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons. Players become brave heroes, roll dice, and work together […]

Join us for a fun donut craft and have a donut after! All supplies (and assistance) will be provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]

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 […]

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 […]

Come in to see a free rated-R movie connected to our Summer Reading theme of food. Viewers must be 18 yrs. and older to watch […]

"Unplug & Play: Board Game Summer"! Join the fun with board games, Legos, and some treats (treats are limited, so come early!). Recommended for children […]

If you're stressed and need a break or if your family is ready to adopt a new, furry family member- join us at the Puppy […]

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 […]

Join us for a fun evening with the movie: Zootopia 2, rated PG. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit on and […]

Come enjoy a free cooking demo of 'ulu poke from 'Elepaio and learn about their services! 'Elepaio Social Services strengthens the health and well-being of […]

Celebrate World Ocean Day (June 8) and National Ocean Month with a hana hou screening of Ocean with David Attenborough. First shown in April at the […]

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! This month we will read The Heart of Hula:  […]

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 […]

Welcome tiny readers! Join Ms. Jenny for a baby storytime just for you. Recommended age: 0-2 year old children and their parent/guardian. Programming and supplies […]

The Kahului Public Library presents Children's Storytime! Come Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited for children ages 3-5 […]

NOTE: Closed for King Kamehameha Day Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited […]

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 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 […]

The Plumeria Memory Cafe, sponsored by  JCSH Kauai is a free, welcoming social gathering for individuals with memory challenges and their care partners on Kauai. Featuring arts, […]

Join an instructor from Māpunawai to learn how to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) in your daily activities! More information forthcoming. Contact the library to reserve […]

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. […]

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all? Search […]

This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme, ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, means a calabash full to the brim. To celebrate this theme, every Friday in June and July […]

Join us for an all-ages, hands-on art experience! If you're in the mood to try something creative and new, this is the perfect place to […]

Join us on Fridays, June 5th, June 12th, and June 19th for learning and play at our Literacy Game Series—open to all ages! Families are […]

Join us for a fun summer craft for keiki ages 5+. Each event features a different simple craft. Small children must be accompanied by an adult […]

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 […]

Sign-up to participate in our next seasonal Paint and Sip here at the Nāʻālehu Library - and this time, there will be SPARKLES! We're trying […]

Need resources on navigating the SNAP and other food assistance benefits for you or your loved one(s)? Representatives from Hawai'i Food Bank will be on-hand […]

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 […]

Kick your weekend off right with a game or two at the library! Board games, computer games, and sidewalk games for kids. Families with kids […]

Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled ‘Uala Storytime! Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and crafts all about ‘uala […]

Join us for a fun, hands-on messy play session that will spark creativity and sensory exploration. From creating your own slime to messy arts and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Book some one-on-one time with a librarian. Get assistance with research, ask tech questions, receive book recommendations, and more! You will receive a follow up […]

Debby will be here to show us how to start a worm bin. Learn simple worm care tips and harvesting techniques. If you want to […]

Eco-crafter Evelyn Nakamura will teach attendees how to creatively repurpose a promotional gift bag into a reusable carrier for restaurant leftovers. Learn the versatile embroidery […]

"Cool Off with Summer Movies" at Waipahu Library!    “Zootopia 2 (June 13th) & Hoppers (July 11th)” (IMDB) Rated PG for action, peril, thematic elements, […]

Location: Program Room Curious about loom weaving? Discover and learn how to create cloth on a loom in this hands-on class. This session will be […]

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 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 […]

Magic Ron combines fun magic tricks with comedy, audience participation, and STEAM principles to answer the question, “What is magic?” This program is suitable for […]

6/12/26 UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Hula Ku‘i event is canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Join Hālau Hula Ka Noʻeau as they celebrate […]

Learn how to put hook to yarn in these beginner lessons in crochet! Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian, Sarah, this introductory course will teach you […]

Design and build otherworldly LEGO architecture fit for the Space Age! This program is suitable for ages 10-18. Spaces are limited: contact the library to […]

Sorry, this program is now full. Please see the message at the top of the registration page for an option to join the waitlist. Want […]

Please join us the Second Saturday of each month for a friendly game of chess! Four boards will be available on a first come, first […]

Explore your creativity in a hands-on program where no two classes are the same. Each session you will be working with a new medium. From […]

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 […]

The diamonds may be plastic, but it's a fun and relaxing thing to do. Adults, no shame, bring your magnifying glasses if you need them. […]

Join YA Librarian Kylee, in making beaded earrings for either yourself, or a loved one! Beads, line, and all other materials provided.   Anyone who […]

Need a moment to catch your breath? Looking to escape the heat? Come on down to Kīhei Public Library on the second Saturday of the […]

Get excited for the very first Kāneʻohe Mini Con! Attendees can earn a cool pin through our fun scavenger hunt, take pictures with Star War […]

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

Location: Meeting Room An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of […]

Come showcase your amazing cosplay outfits at the Kaneohe Mini Con during our fun cosplay parade! Whether your costume is handmade or store-bought, everyone is […]

Learn about the process of making this sweet, delicious treat and then enjoy your own homemade ice cream with toppings of your choice! Supplies and […]