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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 preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am. Storytime includes reading picture books, singing sweet songs, storytelling with felt/flannel pieces, puppets, and […]

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 […]

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

Spend your Monday afternoons at the library with Movie Mondays! Beginning right after school, we'll feature a different family-friendly movie each week for the keiki […]

Want to have some fun keeping up your flexibility and mobility? Get out of your house and join our active seniors for an hour of […]

Anyone interested in Rubik's Cubes is welcome to attend. Whether you're a beginner or already know how to solve one, the club will be open […]

Come and watch a showing of Disney-Pixar's 2017 masterpiece, Coco! Program is suitable for all ages. All 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! Ages 14 and up. Anyone […]

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 RTMI (Read To Me International) & the Waimea Public Library for read-alouds, a light dinner, and a kid-friendly craft! Families who register for the […]

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 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! […]

This is not a lecture! Join Sharon de la Pena, a dietician from Ho‘ola Lahui, as she demonstrates how to prepare a meal using MIND […]

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: […]

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. […]

Family Hui is taking over Family Story Time for the month of August! Family Hui Hawaii would love for you and your child to join […]

The Lahaina Library presents Children's Storytime featuring simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!  Program is best suited for children ages newborn - 5 years old […]

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

Interested in playing basic Chinese mahjong?  Stop by the library for a chance to play!  Tables are open for teen and adult players.  Beginners are […]

Play BINGO at the Ewa Beach Public & School Library. You can win prizes. Younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone who requires an […]

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 […]

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

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 every Tuesday for some fun LEGO building at the library! Keiki are welcome to let their imagination run wild during this open play […]

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. […]

Dyslexia 101 Workshop - Free Community Workshop Join us for an informative introduction to dyslexia presented by certified facilitators from the International Dyslexia Association (IDA). […]

Calling all crafters! Just in time to start making holiday gifts for your loved ones, learn to cross-stich with Robin! All materials provided. Best for […]

Gotta catch ‘em all! Meet up with friends to talk Pokémon, play the Pokémon trading card game, and learn how to play!  Spaces are limited: […]

Know thy shelf, and share your love of reading manga and graphic novels with other young readers in your community! Kaimukī Public Library will be […]

Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project is dedicated to conserving and protecting Hawai’i’s native forest birds and their habitats. Join us at Kahului Library where they […]

Tuesdays, August 18 and 25 at 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Through fun, interactive activities and beginner-friendly instruction, this two-part series introduces children, teens, and […]

Teens are invited to Kailua Library for a monthly book club featuring young adult reads. Group meets from 5:00-6:00pm on the third Tuesday of each […]

Community member and educator, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music. Attendees will learn about this ancient relaxing and strengthening art […]

Interested in playing basic mahjong? Stop by the Ewa Beach Public & School Library for a chance to learn and play! Ages 14 and up. […]

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

Join us for Keiki Storytime every Wednesday at 10am! This storytime is designed for preschool-age children and features themed stories, rhymes, and songs. Each storytime […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

August's book club pick is The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami. The Aina Haina Book Club will meet in the library's meeting room. For more information […]

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 stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or […]

The Ewa Beach Public & School Library is joining forces with K9 TheraPets to bring you “Read to Therapy Dogs.” This program is designed to […]

Join us for an overview of the warning signs of dementia, learn how to get assessed, and find out about the benefits of early detection. […]

Join us for the next three-card project. This is fast-paced card making. You will have three completed cards in an hour. Card-making supplies and colored […]

Join our friendly 6-week beginners’ course where you’ll learn the basics step-by-step in a relaxed and supportive setting. Learn the tiles and their meanings Understand […]

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 […]

Giant Connect Four? Yes, please! Table top air hockey? Even better! From classics like Mancala to new-found favorites like Kerplunk, we've got something for everyone. […]

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 […]

Play games and make art at the library! The 2026-27 school year edition of this weekly after-school program is especially for middle school students (Gr […]

Keiki ages 5-14 are invited to join Kapolei Public Library’s Pokémon Club! Compete in teams for a chance to win a promo card by playing […]

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 […]

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 […]

Calling all upper elementary and middle school LEGO builders and burgeoning engineers! Join us at the library for Lihue LEGO Club, where exciting building challenges […]

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

Join us for an overview of the warning signs of dementia, learn how to get assessed, and find out about the benefits of early detection. […]

Knowing things is fun! We welcome adults for a fun evening of trivia, and a mocktail. Trivia topics may include everything from books to gaming, […]

This book will be discussed in August 2026 at the second in-person book club meeting at the library. There is no longer a virtual/online book […]

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 […]

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 […]

Interested in playing basic mahjong? Stop by the Ewa Beach Public & School Library for a chance to learn and play! Ages 14 and up. Anyone […]

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 […]

Let’s craft together! Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed, friendly space to make and connect. All skill levels welcome. Anyone who requires an […]

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.  Come […]

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 […]

Our community partner, Parents and Children Together, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. […]

Join Auntie Beth at Storytime! We read books, sing songs, and make a craft. Suitable for children 2-5. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. […]

Join us every Thursday morning for an hour of themed stories, songs, rhymes, and much more! Story time lasts around 30 minutes with a fun […]

Families with young children are welcome to read, sing, and play together at the library! For the first half, children can play with the library's […]

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 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 as we welcome K9 TheraPets Hawaii to the library! The registered therapy dogs are specially trained and can help people of all ages […]

Want to have some fun keeping up your flexibility and mobility? Get out of your house and join our active seniors for an hour of […]

Join the Reiki Circle to soothe your mind, body, and soul. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. […]

Bring your family, friends, or come on your own and join us for an afternoon of fun at the library! Enjoy a free movie and […]

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

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 […]

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, […]

Celebrate the scary season with a movie countdown! We are continuing with our second week with the film Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Runtime is 104 […]

Come to the library for a casual game of mahjong! Whether you're new to the game or have played before, you're welcome to join us […]

A group of friends are going through a mid-life crisis. They decide to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter unexpected events when […]

Are you curious about zines? Zines (short for magazines) are DIY publications that anyone can create. They're a fun way to share your creative ideas […]

Eighty years ago in February 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, which resulted in the establishment of internment camps for people of […]

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and […]

Join us for a slime-making program inspired by this year's Summer Reading Challenge theme: 'Umeke Kā'eo: a calabash full to the brim. Keiki and their […]

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 […]

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

Learn needlepoint and meet others! Adults of all levels welcome. Repeat students welcome. Beginner Class 9:30am - 11:30am This class is an introduction to needlepoint. […]

Sign up for a reading buddy! This program is designed to give people a chance to enjoy reading aloud without pressure or judgement, which can […]

Bring your musical instrument and a favorite song to jam with Auntie Nani and other musicians. Let's play music!​ ​Ukuleles are available for borrowing at […]

Visit the dangerous world of Panem, compete in Tribute Trivia, and become a Victor! July continues our book & movie exploration of Suzanne Collins’ riveting […]

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 Saturday at 10:00am for story time! We’ll read a few simple stories, then make a craft. Great fun for preschoolers and their parents […]

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 […]

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 Children’s Storytime on Saturdays at the Hawai’i State Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts. Best for ages 2-5; all […]

Enjoy crafts and puzzles! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver at […]

Join author, Lani Almanza, on a journey of discovery through the seasons of life. Through her latest book, Beyond the Horizon-A Guide for Life's Journey, […]

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.

Presented by the Hawaii Bicycling League: Join us in the Lobby to learn about the new laws passed in July affecting those on bicycles, e-bikes […]

Join a group of avid logophiles in playing Scrabble! Everyone is welcome to join.     Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Meet Kohala-based writer Virginia Fortner, author of At the Edge and A Design of His Own. Fortner will discuss “birthing” her latest book, China Conundrum, […]

Join us for Kids Club. Story time, book talks, learn something new, and craft activities for the whole family with Ms Pukahi, Children's Librarian. Appropriate […]

Join YA Librarian Kylee, in making buttons! Button-maker, pins, and all other materials provided.   Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective […]

What's the deal? A Jane Austen-inspired game party! Join us for a rousing afternoon of card games from the Regency era and "Endearment," a new […]

ARMY! Are you going to see BTS in LA? Do you love the new album ARIRANG? Come and make an ARIRANG bracelet! This will be […]

LEGO builders ages 6-10 are invited to take on our mystery LEGO Junior Challenge! Space is limited, and spots fill quickly! To RSVP, contact Kailua-Kona […]

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

Astronaut Ryland Grace wakes from a coma. He gradually remembers that he was sent to the Tau Ceti solar system, 12 light-years from Earth, to […]

Join us for a storytime! Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and make a small craft. Please bring blankets, mats or something else to sit […]