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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 […]

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 […]

Every Monday 2:00 - 4:00 PM, except holidays. Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, document guidance […]

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

Come and watch a showing of 1993's Addams Family Values, starring Raul Julia, Angelica Huston, and Christina Ricci! We promise there is a reason we […]

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

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. […]

For those 3 years of age and older.  We will move, sing, stretch, breathe and read.  Join Aunty Taryn as she leads the group in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Watch the movie Jurassic World Rebirth.  Special dinosaur dirt cups will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis. Movie is rated PG-13 […]

Families are invited to join us for a movie, featuring a screening of Matilda (1996) Rated PG, adapted from the book by Roald Dahl. This […]

Drop in and get assistance with: finding and enrolling in licensed childcare in East Hawaii subsidies that are available to pay for childcare and preschool […]

Join us for a *free* showing of performances by Sonny Lim, George Kahumoku Sr., Dennis Kamakahi, Ledward Kaapana, Cyril Pahinui, and more! These fantastic entertainers […]

Join us for puzzle time in the Children's Section. This program is suitable for Toddlers-K. Come to play, build motor skills, and meet friends. Each […]

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 […]

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 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 the fun with stories, crafts, movement, and whatevahs! Keep keiki loving stories and stuffs! Meet Mr. Alligator. Find out what other programs we have […]

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 us every first Wednesday of the month to get your babies moving and grooving with this interactive storytime designed for you and your baby! […]

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. […]

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

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Join us to make your own toothpick structure! Help us celebrate National STEM Day by making toothpick structures using toothpicks and clay.  Then, test your […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! We will be reading Strictly No Elephants and Luli and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join Family Hui Hawai’i for: 4 interactive workshops for families with young children 0-5 years old Learning through play with your child Receive a copy […]

Uh-oh! Ken is on the Holoholo Bookmobile this week - but never fear, Auntie Kathleen is here!  Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday morning […]

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

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

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 […]

FOR FAMILIES & EDUCATORS IN HAWAIʻI! Read To Me International Foundation will jointly host a Nāʻālehu Public Library Family Literacy Night. Join us for a read-aloud, activities, […]

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

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 […]

End your week with songs and fun! Come to the library to sing and dance your afternoon away. Microphone and other equipment provided. Anyone who […]

In a land where real vegetation is rare, a young boy (voice of Zac Efron) seeks to impress his pretty neighbor by getting a tree. […]

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 […]

한국어 스토리타임에 초대합니다! 한국말을 배우는 만 2-5세 어린이를 위한 즐거운 스토리타임이에요. 동화를 읽고, 동요를 함께 부르며 손놀이도 하고, 숫자, 색깔, 도형, 동물 등 다양한 주제를 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Help save a turkey this fall… Come and color then assemble two crafts and give these turkeys a chance to get away. Decorate your turkeys […]

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

This November, enjoy the sounds and voices of our community by celebrating our local musicians! Featuring: Danny Almonte Slack-key guitarist Danny Almonte has recorded two albums, […]

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