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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 […]

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 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. […]

Jumpstart your baby's love for reading! Enjoy this fun, interactive session where we'll share some stories, resources, and tips that support early brain development and […]

Why buy new? Swap instead! On Monday, November 17, 2025 from 11am until 4pm, stop by the Kaimukī Public Library Meeting Room and leave with […]

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 […]

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 us for a 5-week writing circle, using simple guided writing prompts, this small supportive group will meet weekly for reflection, expression, and connection. Not […]

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 […]

Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]

Listen to a story or two as you enjoy an after-school snack of fresh, hot popcorn! This program is suitable for children K-6 or younger […]

Due to an unforeseen circumstance, the November 17 event has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

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 […]

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 […]

This time for sure! Craft Night! Come in and learn how to make tinfoil stained glass with us. Use a template, or your imagination. Program […]

Join RTMI (Read To Me International) & the Waimea Public Library for an evening of read-alouds, snacks, and a kid-friendly craft! Families who register on […]

Location: Adult Reading Room Enjoy memorable performances by Hawai'i Youth Symphony's String Quartet and Chamber Music Hawai'i's Galliard String Quartet at Kaimuki Public Library!  This […]

Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]

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 […]

A Social Services Navigator from Vibrant Hawaii will be on the library lanai to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, […]

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! […]

An ornament for the holidays! You don't need to know anything about embroidery to make this beautiful felt ornament. This is a 2-part class and […]

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. […]

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 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 every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am - 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am - 11:00am). Recommended for little […]

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 […]

Adults and their children actively participate in storytelling adventures! This program is appropriate for families with children ages 2-5 years old. Bring your own small […]

Join us for free: 4 interactive workshops for families with young children 0-5 years old Learning through play with your child Receive a copy of […]

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 […]

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 […]

Coloring can be very stress relieving! Add free coffee and refreshments and you have a fun afternoon at the library. Open to young adults, adults, […]

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 local author Virginia Fortner for a workshop on writing. For those who want to become, and those who are, writers! Participants choose, sample, and […]

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 […]

Join Sade, early childhood educator, for some messy, magical play! Keiki lead the fun through sensory play and hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities. While the little […]

Create a stunning stained glass jar with Sharpie markers. "Dress for the mess" - be prepared for potential staining from the Sharpie markers.  Materials will […]

Junior Coders Club is a program designed to introduce kids ages 6-11 to the fundamentals of computational thinking. Using a mix of unplugged (screen-free) and […]

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. […]

Learn the knitted cast on, the knit, and bind of stitches by making a dishcloth. This 1.5-hour program is suitable for ages 8-100 and space […]

Adults are invited to join us for a movie, featuring a screening of Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13), adapted from the book by Kevin Kwan. This […]

Unfortunately this class has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Learn Hawaiian language basics with Kumu Kaʻuhane.  The same class will offered monthly. Feel […]

Come join Read to Me International & the Kīhei Public Library for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! All ages and reading […]

Join Kahuku HS Alumni Mariaha Ah You, Kēhau Hikila, Lucy Mariteragi, and Ella Uyehara, as they share their new book series. They will also discuss strategies […]

Tiana Kapumau, a Social Service Navigator with Vibrant Hawai‘i, will be on hand to provide assistance with: Emergency Rental Assistance | Financial Empowerment Mental Health […]

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 stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  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! Anyone who requires an […]

Feeling overwhelmed by Medicare? Join the Hawaii State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and AARP Hawaii for this free seminar and counseling event to take […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

Computer class November 19th has been canceled.  We apologize for any inconvenience. Free computer classes on November 12th and 19th; space is limited. Class 1 […]

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

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

November’s book club pick is The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki. The Aina Haina Book Club will meet on Zoom. For more […]

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Wednesdays, 12 - 4pm on November […]

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. […]

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come check out our beginner's sewing workshop! We'll teach you how to work your machine, […]

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 […]

Suitable for ages 12+ Inspire and evolve your creativity by joining us for artistic instruction! Personal art journal/notebook and pre-registration required. Please call the Reference […]

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

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

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Play games and make stuff at the library! This weekly after school program is for youth between 5-12 years old (Gr K-7). Each month, we’ll […]

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, […]

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 […]

Join us for a free computer class! Telehealth Usage: Learn telehealth basics How to use zoom video calls MyChart & other patient portals Online Safety: […]

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 […]

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 RTMI (Read To Me International) & the Kōloa Public and School Library for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families who […]

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 […]

Meet an Axolotl! Have you ever met an axolotl? Now's your chance! Join special guest Steve Danzer, who will share all about this amazing aquatic […]

The community is invited to listen, learn from and share their views with local, Hawaii and international speakers about a variety of topics through the […]

Come celebrate stories at our interactive family storytime.​ ​Connect with your family and other families in the community.  Best for those two years old and […]

Please join us for an online Zoom discussion of: Butter: a novel of food and butter by Asako Yuzuki The cult Japanese bestseller about a […]

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 […]

Play BINGO at the Ewa Beach Public & School Library. You can win prizes. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

An ornament for the holidays! You don't need to know anything about embroidery to make this beautiful felt ornament. This is a 2-part class and […]

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 […]

Learn more about AI and what you can do with it.  Presenter Lawrence Hunter will explain and show you how to use chatbots like ChatGPT, […]

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

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for stories and songs all about dragons! We’ll read, sing, dance, and make a craft. Suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. Children under the […]

Join us for the last Teen Table of 2025! We'll do some K-pop Demon Hunter paper activities in the auditorium.  All materials are provided. Light […]

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

This month's selection is The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo. Read the book and come watch the movie. Short discussion will follow. Snacks provided! […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Please join us for chess at the library every first and third Thursday night of the month! Six boards will be available- first come, first […]

Please join us for our second annual Tiny Art Show gallery opening! All submitted artworks will be on display for the community to view, with […]

A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the […]

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

Learn about college financial aid with help from the Hawai'i Association for College Admission Counseling. This presentation will cover the basics of financial aid, including […]

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 […]

Join Sade for an Infant Massage Hui where caregivers will learn gentle, soothing massage techniques that support infant relaxation, better sleep and healthy development. These […]

The Journey Workshops presented by Family Hui Hawaii aim to increase family engagement through play and support caregivers in their role as their child's first […]

Babies 0-23 months and their caregivers are invited to join us for lap-sit storytimes designed just for our littlest library users!  Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit […]

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 […]

Join fellow toddlers for weekly story times as we share books and songs with one another. Books are read by the librarian during this time […]

Come join us in the meeting room for a brief history and lesson on how to make Kokeshi Dolls. During the workshop, you can make […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for a creative, Dungeons & Dragons–style tabletop role-playing experience every Friday from 3–4 PM! Children will explore imaginative worlds through drawing, improv, and […]

Calling all LEGO Builders! Are you up for a challenge? Work alone or with a partner. You will get: A bag of random LEGOs 1 […]

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 […]

This month's selection is The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky. Read the book and come watch the movie. Short discussion will follow. […]

Easy gift to give to friends! The holidays are right around the corner. Create this easy necklace to give to a friend or keep for […]

What is a zine? Attend our workshop and get ready to unleash your artistic talent, express yourself, and socialize. This program is for teens (ages 13-17), […]

Abracadabra! Get ready for fun! Join us for a children’s magic show that will amaze and delight! Step into the wonder of books at our […]

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

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.  […]

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 […]

Join us for a special storytime! Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books and learn new things. Join us in […]

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 […]

Nothing starts a weekend off right, like a fun craft! With alternating instruction from Kylee and Ruth, you can create something for yourself, or for […]

UPDATED 11/17/2025: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO SHORT STAFFING. Apologies for the inconvenience and short notice.  Hello, teens! Are you interested in learning how […]

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 […]

Love to knit or crochet? Enjoy the company of other fiber artists? Just starting out and would like to learn more? The Kona Library Needlework Circle would love […]

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 […]

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by […]

Come and make a little bit of your own holiday magic. Get an empty snow globe and add what makes the season magical for you. […]

Join the Teen Book Club for a reading feast!  Bring a book of your choice, read quietly among fellow bibliophiles, then gather at the end […]