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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 to 11:00am. Storytime - preschool age-appropriate stories read aloud, interactive songs or games […]

This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters Kindergarten. One of the best ways to encourage […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library's phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance. Join us […]

Are you a teen who enjoys reading books and talking about books with other people who also like books? Join us every Monday, with Auntie […]

Children's Monday movies are back at the library and we’re providing the popcorn! Check with us for movie titles and ratings. Appropriate for children 5+, […]

Join us for an enjoyable session of Lego free play.  All ages welcome!  Build a Lego masterpiece!  Meet other Lego artists as you create. Anyone who […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

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 a special ʻOhana Game Night! We will have games available for everyone to free play with. Some of the games we 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 […]

Come and join us for a showing of the Elvis Presley movie, Blue Hawai'i!  "After arriving back in Hawaii from the Army, Chad Gates defies […]

Get together with family and friends and play some classic board games! Use ours or bring your own! All materials will be provided. Anyone who […]

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 […]

This event is cancelled. The Library apologizes for the inconvenience.

Please join us for a fun-filled morning where we read books, sing and dance. This storytime is aimed at ages 3-5, but all ages are […]

Join us for our new storytime series! Each week we will focus on a letter of the alphabet. We will read books and do crafts […]

Join us at Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library for our Sort of Traditional StoryTime! Our YA Librarian Kylee, comes to us from Kaimuki Public Library where she became […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and send […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 3rd Tuesday […]

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 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 and conversations about self-care for […]

Children ages 1 1/2 - 4 years old are inviting to listen to a couple of stories, then play with puzzles. All children must be […]

Story Time recommended for 2-5 yr-old small kids. Caregivers must be present. Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Hanapēpē Public Library. Anyone […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

Come and play Hanafuda with your fellow community members!  We have several hanafuda packs available during the program for those who wish to play, on […]

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library's phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance. Join us […]

Meet at the library for an afternoon of fun board games fit for any age or skill level! We have such a big collection of […]

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 […]

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, […]

Powered with incredible speed, Sonic The Hedgehog, aka The Blue Blur, embraces his new home on Earth. That is, until he accidentally knocks out the […]

Community member and Kahuku High and Intermediate School math teacher, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music. Attendees will learn about […]

Poetry is a powerful medium for communicating our thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Let your imagination loose and invite your mind’s abstractions to take shape as […]

Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you're an adult looking to brush up on your computer skills, or […]

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 […]

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, […]

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 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 […]

Join Julia for Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lap-sit for babies and toddlers, 0-24 months. Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit on. Together, we […]

Please join us for some fun stories and songs in the 1st floor auditorium every other Wednesday. Recommended for children 18 months to 3 years […]

This event has been cancelled. Join us for keiki storytime. Keiki will enjoy a few stories, rhymes or songs, and do a craft or creative […]

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 3rd Wednesday […]

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 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 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 the Aina Haina Book Club on Zoom to discuss Bonnie Garmus's novel Lessons in Chemistry! The Aina Haina Book Club meets the third Wednesday […]

All parents and caregivers of a child on the autism spectrum are welcome to join these free, drop-in support meetings to connect and reflect with […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on using Google Drive and other cloud computing options! Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

Let’s be creative and fun. Come and join us for arts and crafts time at the library! Crafts from previous storytimes and other library programs […]

Join Samantha Sun, Culture & Arts Specialist at the City & County of Honolulu Parks & Recreation Department, in this ti-leaf lei making workshop in […]

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 […]

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, […]

Attend a free one-hour session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and send […]

For teens/tweens in grades 6-12 only. Unwind and unplug with tabletop board games at Mililani Public Library! The library will provide games to play during […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a smartphone and tablet. Participants will learn: Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, […]

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 […]

This weekly after school program is for elementary and middle school-aged children (ages 5-12/grades K-6). This drop-in program offers activities that support playing and making […]

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 […]

In honor of Zombie Awareness Month Join us for a special game night featuring Betrayal at House on the Hill. This cooperative board game requires […]

In person or via Zoom! Join us in reading and discussing the following titles on the third Wednesday of each month: January 15:  Into the […]

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

April showers bring May flowers. Make a paper floral arrangement on an 8”x 10” canvas.  Best suited for those 4 years and older.  Adults are […]

Please join us for an online Zoom discussion of: The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James […]

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 […]

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 […]

Please join us Thursday mornings for stories, songs & crafts! Best suited for 2 - 5 year olds. All children must be accompanied by a […]

In preparation for our Summer Reading Challenge, Storytime will be postposed until May 29, 2025. Storytime will resume on June 3, 2025.

Join the Readers Group at the Waialua Public Library on the fourth Thursday of every month from 9:30am-10:30am to discuss the book of the month, […]

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 […]

Aloha kākou! This May, please join us at Hilo Public Library for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Edna Baker. Kumu Edna will show us […]

Attend a free 90 minute session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn: How to setup email accounts Write and […]

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

Come 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 […]

Aloha kākou! This May, please join us at Hilo Public Library for ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi classes led by Kumu Edna Baker. Kumu Edna will show us how […]

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 […]

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. Event will […]

We're continuing this 6-part series on beginning sewing. We provide the machines, you provide the project and material. What you need to bring: Your idea […]

Join us Thursday afternoons to learn about and practice cursive writing. Our goal is to write not only our signatures, but read and write whole […]

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 […]

Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and […]

Saddle up for this year's Western Week event! At 4 pm, join us for Paniolo Storytime, where the youngest cowpokes can enjoy some silly cowboy […]

By popular request, Daniel Tremblay and Waikīkī-Kapahulu Library present: Hawaiian Lap Steel Guitar Lessons! Having created a name for himself in the last couple months […]

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

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

Staying safe online and avoiding scams is important for anyone- young or old! Learn how to spot cyber scams, prevent viruses and malware and what […]

Attend a free 90-minute session on how to use a Chromebook and cloud computing. Participants will learn: Google Docs and word processing basics Introduction to […]

Introduction to smartphones (and tablets) Navigating key features (calls, texts, apps) Internet browsing and email Security best practices for mobile devices Using smartphones and tablets […]

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 […]

Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. You are invited to join me and my buddies to a lively story time of books, music and […]

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 experience playing. […]

Come meet the APDF 2025 Resident Artists. This talk story will feature demonstrations and discussions from our esteemed artistic directors and their performers. This event […]

A kickoff to our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge program Join us as musician Grant Kono shares mele (songs) and mo'olelo (stories) of his journey to […]

Every other Friday September 13th through May 23rd, 2025 Have you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and […]

Want to learn to knit? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where we'll teach you the basics, from casting on to creating your first […]

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 […]

Come by and bring your mending & upcycling projects, sewing, knitting, or other handwork. Share ideas, learn about and find mentors for your favorite craft. […]

Join the "club" to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. Players […]

A weekly program for teens to learn things we weren't taught in school, the kinds of things we wish we knew without having to ask. […]