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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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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

Come hang out with us for our after-school movie event! Kids of all ages 5 and up can enjoy a thoughtfully picked movie each week […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Join us to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss with a very special guest, Mr. Kneel. Mr Kneel uses Beatbox and Rhymes to bring the […]

Join us for a LEGO challenge! We provide the LEGOs ... and a challenge. No need to register, just show up! Children under the age […]

All participants will walk away with useful and highly effective tips on using food-as-therapy, acupressure, and other lifestyle tools as well as info on acupuncture […]

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 […]

Join the Kaua‘i Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Līhu‘e Public Library. Open to new, adult members of all skill levels! […]

Are you “game” to play? This event is for people who are interested in tabletop gaming, including Euro games. Bring your favorites to introduce to […]

Strategy! Mental exercise! Chess Club! Join us and learn to play or brush up on your skills. Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to […]

Come visit us and watch a showing of 2007's Pixar film, Ratatouille, starring Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, and Janeane Garofalo. Program is suitable for all […]

The Mililani Public Library Book Club meets on the first Monday of each month from 5:30pm-6:30pm in our Program Room. This month we'll be reading […]

Join us for Nānākuli Public Library’s Hui Lei, a lei making club where you can create lei, talk story, and learn together. This program is […]

Come enjoy games and puzzles at the library! A small selection of games and puzzles of different varieties and difficulties will be on hand. With […]

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 […]

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. […]

Storytime is cancelled today.  We apologize for the inconvenience.   Please join us for a fun-filled morning where we read books, sing and dance. This […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

Enjoy a storytime at 10:30 filled with stories, songs, movement followed by art projects with Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center.  Suitable for ages 3 to […]

Celebrate March as National Reading Month, along with Dr. Seuss's birthday! Join Ms. Mindy and Ms. Annie for Dr. Seuss tales and fun! ​Keiki story […]

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. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

This beginner-friendly smartphone class will help you gain confidence in using your mobile devices to stay connected, informed, and safe online. We’ll start by exploring […]

Aloha Crafters invite you to join their Make-n-Take craft workshop, the 1st Tuesday every other month. This month you will make a Junk Journal. Let […]

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 […]

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. Mahjong is now played on Wednesday afternoon. Join others interested in learning either game that challenges the […]

In the delightfully fractured tale, a grandfather reads a story about a beautiful young woman named Buttercup to his bored grandson. Then, the audience is […]

Interested in playing Rummikub (described as a combination of Rummy and mahjong)? Stop by the Ewa Beach Public & School Library for a chance to […]

This coloring program will help you to unwind. Bring your friends and relax while coloring beautiful designs and patterns. Supplies will be provided or you […]

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

Enjoy a diverse selection of music performed by the Molokaʻi Strings, under the direction of Lauren Fischer. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service […]

Create, connect, and share your fiber crafts passion! If you're a beginner or expert, come share you passion for fiber crafts. Bring your own project […]

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. […]

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month to participate in Kapaʻa's Lego Club! The Lego club will promote creativity, problem solving, and teamwork […]

Join us on March 3rd from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm for the opening of the Fine Arts in Our Schools exhibit on display throughout […]

Students and families are invited to learn the processes of college admissions from a former admissions officer. This workshop is designed to provide a greater […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Beginning on February 4th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

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

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 […]

Need to get some wiggles and loud voices out? We’ll have a dance-break for Music and Movement at 10:00—10:15 in the meeting room. Don’t need […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Every first Wednesday of the month, get your babies moving and grooving with this interactive story time designed for you and your baby! Bring a […]

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 […]

Come join Family Hui's Aunty Jasmine with your keiki as we tell stories, sing songs, play with scarves and more to spark your little one's […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

Discover the exciting world of Mahjong! Join us for a fun session, whether you're new or experienced. Everyone is welcome to enjoy this non-gambling event […]

All classes taught by Melissa Sigh. With twenty-six years of teaching experience, Melissa Sigh fosters student growth and joy through music-making, personal connection, and insightful […]

This program is designed to give children and teens a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and no judgment. However, if you don’t […]

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. […]

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 Middle-earth, […]

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

Join us for an after school movie! Ask at the circulation desk for movie title and more information. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or […]

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, […]

Looking for a little puppy love and stress relief? Join us at the library on every first Wednesday and third Saturday of each month for […]

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 […]

Play games and make stuff at the library! This weekly after school program is especially for kids in upper elementary grades (Gr 3-5), and welcomes […]

Celebrate March as National Reading Month, along with Dr. Seuss's birthday! Join Ms. Mindy and Ms. Annie for Dr. Seuss tales and fun! ​Keiki story […]

Keiki ages 5-14 are invited to join Kapolei Public Library’s Pokémon Club!   March 04: Learn and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). Cards […]

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 […]

Come hear “Under the ʻŌhiʻa Tree”—a brand new children’s book about our native forest species—read by local author/illustrator, Erzsi Palko. Written as a rhyming invitation […]

Games bring people together—come join the fun! The library will have a selection of board games, card games, and puzzles for kids, teens, and adults […]

Motherhood is a journey full of  joys and challenges, and every mom’s experience is unique.  Whether you’re a new mom, working mom, single mom,  step-mom […]

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 […]

Are you a parent or caregiver to a little one, between the ages of 0 to 2 years old? Bring your tiny reader to a […]

Beginning on February 12th, free tax prep services will be provided by certified AARP volunteers. This service is on a walk in, first come first […]

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 […]

Join us on the FIRST and THIRD Thursdays for Kūpuna Hour as we partner with Ke Ola Mamo to provide ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi: Hawaiian Language lessons […]

Join Read to Me International & the Kōloa Public Library for an hour of fun read-alouds, music, crafts and reading resources!  The following stories will […]

Aloha kākou! The Kahului Library presents Children’s Storytime. Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited for children ages 3 […]

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

Come learn and play Chinese Mahjong.   This will be on Feb. 19th from 10am-1pm in the Hawaii Kai Library meeting room. Anyone who requires an […]

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

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 […]

Families with young children are invited to read, sing, and play at the library! For the first 30 minutes, children are welcome to drop in […]

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 […]

Sign up and join us for a discussion of Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, by Beth Hoffman. Space is limited: please visit, call the library at 808-327-4327, […]

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 for an informational story followed by a related activity or craft. Kids will have the opportunity to learn, explore the library, and socialize. […]

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 […]

Gather to discuss local, statewide and world news over a warm cup of coffee or tea. Develop and practice media literacy in a supportive and […]

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

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 […]

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

Featuring Author, Kristen Halverson and her new book, Kai's Ocean Magic. Join us for a reading and fun sea turtle crafts and activities! Appropriate for […]

Join the First Thursday Memory Catchers for an insightful writing workshop geared toward “memory catching” poetry and letter-writing. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or […]

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come check out our beginner’s sewing workshop! This will be the first session of the […]

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 […]

Join us for our Silent Book Club, a monthly gathering for those who enjoy reading in a quiet, shared space. Meetings are held on the […]

Please join us for free introduction to ukulele classes which are designed for ages 13 and up. The classes are taught by Melissa Sigh. With […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with housing applications, SNAP, […]

Exit West by Mohsin Hamid One of The New York Times’s 100 Best Books of the 21st Century FINALIST FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE & WINNER OF […]

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 […]

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 […]

Create an adorable paper butterfly in this creative craft for keiki. We welcome children ages 5 and up accompanied by an adult caregiver. All supplies […]

Please join us in celebrating Hilo Public Library’s 75th Anniversary! 9:00 a.m. – Kahu Blessing 9:30 a.m. – Acapella performance by No Divas 10:15 a.m. […]

Please join us for a special storytime where we will read and sing in Korean! Best suited for 2 - 5 year olds. All children must […]

Join us in hearing stories from a volunteer reader with Ohana 100, DKAFF. As a part of Ohana 100, DKAFF's commitment to early literacy and […]

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.  […]

Looking for a like minded writing group? Or ready to write and hesitant? Join our Writers’ Group! Work on your current writing project in 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 […]

Ever wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come check out our beginner’s sewing workshop! (3/7/2026) First session of the workshop series: Familiarize […]

On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class  on a […]

Stop by the library to grab your FREE seedling (while supplies last)! Held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 […]

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 […]

Mililani High School Drama Club presents Storybook Theatre: "Spring Fairy Tales."  Simple make and take crafts (while supplies last), will be followed by storytelling. This […]

Join us as we kickstart the Year of the Horse! Enjoy a short introduction to Chinese Lion dancing and a live performance. There will be […]

Come to Create, Craft, & Connect with Your Community! Join the Creative Collective, a welcoming space for makers of all ages! Bring your own craft project to […]

Did you NOT learn to write in cursive? Come in for a lesson or a refresher! Instruction in basic cursive handwriting for all ages.   […]

Players of all skill levels are invited to join us for a monthly series of Magic: the Gathering sessions.  Participants are encouraged to bring their […]

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 […]

Join us for a fascinating talk by Dr. Kelli Nakamura on Saturday, March 7th from 2pm-3pm. Dr. Nakamura is a History Professor at Kapiolani Community […]

Come join us at Aiea Library for a short, calming coloring session featuring BTS! With a new coloring sheet by Instagram artist @dontworrymochi to celebrate […]

You’ll explore easy and gentle techniques that promote mindfulness in your daily movements. Virna expertly modifies techniques to suit your individual needs. This practice is […]

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

Please join us for a special presentation by the Okinawan Genealogical Society of Hawaiʻi (OGSH)! Learn about OGSH’s mission and history, and how the organization […]