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Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all? Search […]

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. For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, […]

Longevity Spinach, as the name implies, is celebrated for its health benefits. It is a great option for warmer climates where regular spinach does not […]

Group practice with adults or seniors on a weekly commitment. Basic knowledge is required. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or […]

Join us for Monday movies at Mililani this summer! Monday movies begin at 2:00pm in the Mililani Library Program Room. Wicked: For Good (Part 2) […]

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 […]

Family Movie Night at the Library presents... The Bad Guys 2 (2025, PG)! Get ready for an evening of big laughs and fun times as […]

Learn about Kanopy, a movie streaming service that is free to use with your library card and enjoy a family-friendly movie in the comfort of […]

Come in and learn how to tie specialized knots and make something cool with them! We provide the chord and pins, you provide the inspiration. […]

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 […]

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 for a special storytime session, same time same place! We'll be learning about kalo, a great first food for keiki, through songs and […]

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: […]

Join us Tuesday mornings for playtime (10:00am - 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tunes and Tales (10:30am - 11:00am). Recommended for little ones ages […]

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 […]

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

Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled Kitchen Playdate for Toddlers (Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 and July 7, 14, 21, 28) in the […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

Decorate a Ziploc bag. Materials will be provided. Limit one bag per person while supplies last. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Join local documentarian, Catherine Aki, for this special series presenting local legends—people, places and stories. Gather Tuesday afternoons throughout the month of June and into […]

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. […]

Drop Everything And Read along with Ms. Jayne from an award-winning juvenile novel every Tuesday afternoon. The One and Only Ivan, by Katherine Applegate will […]

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 […]

Location: Meeting Room When two girls move to the country to be near their mother, they have adventures with the forest spirits who live nearby. […]

Come to the library to sing and dance your afternoon away. Microphone and other equipment provided. Ages 14 and up. Anyone who requires an auxiliary […]

Come learn beginner line dances with us! Our seasoned instructor will walk through the dances slowly and give careful instruction. Pop in for a fun […]

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

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

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 for Story Time every Wednesday! It’s a fun and lively program made just for little ones and their caregivers. Each week, your keiki […]

Author Brandi-Ann Uyemura will read her book I Am a Bon Dancer just in time for Bon Dance season. Calling upon her "small kid time" […]

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 […]

For Families with keiki - infant to 5 years old.  This program is suitable for caregivers and their young keiki. Join us for a musical […]

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

Learn line dancing at the Ewa Beach Library! Basics will be taught. Ages 14 and up. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for […]

Is your child a storyteller at heart? This summer, kids get to create a real picture book — from the first word to the final […]

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, […]

Location: Meeting Room Staff members from the Hawaii State Office of Elections - Voter Services Section will be presenting information and answering questions about voting […]

Design, doodle, and draw! Keiki, teens, and their families are invited to decorate and customize a zipper pouch with their own designs and drawings!  All young children […]

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. […]

Join us for Hero Kids, a kid-friendly table-top role playing game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons. Players become brave heroes, roll dice, and work together […]

Join us for a fun donut craft and have a donut after! All supplies (and assistance) will be provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid […]

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 […]

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 […]

"Unplug & Play: Board Game Summer"! Join the fun with board games, Legos, and some treats (treats are limited, so come early!). Recommended for children […]

Get together with family and friends and play some board games! We have classic and new board games to try: Cards Against Humanity Family Edition (Newest Game!), Ticket […]

Join us for a fun evening with the movie: Zootopia 2, rated PG. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit on and […]

Come enjoy a free cooking demo of 'ulu poke from 'Elepaio and learn about their services! 'Elepaio Social Services strengthens the health and well-being of […]

Celebrate World Ocean Day (June 8) and National Ocean Month with a hana hou screening of Ocean with David Attenborough. First shown in April at the […]

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! This month we will read The Heart of Hula:  […]

Welcome tiny readers! Join Ms. Jenny for a baby storytime just for you. Recommended age: 0-2 year old children and their parent/guardian. Programming and supplies […]

The Kahului Public Library presents Children's Storytime! Come Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited for children ages 3-5 […]

NOTE: Closed for King Kamehameha Day Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun! Program is best suited […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

Get ready for a summer full of mystery, puzzles, and fun! Hidden characters have escaped into the library — can you find them all? Search […]

This year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme, ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, means a calabash full to the brim. To celebrate this theme, every Friday in June and July […]

Join us for an all-ages, hands-on art experience! If you're in the mood to try something creative and new, this is the perfect place to […]

Join us on Fridays, June 5th, June 12th, and June 19th for learning and play at our Literacy Game Series—open to all ages! Families are […]

End your week with songs and fun! Come to the library to sing and dance your afternoon away. Microphone and other equipment provided. Ages 14 and […]

Sign-up to participate in our next seasonal Paint and Sip here at the Nāʻālehu Library - and this time, there will be SPARKLES! We're trying […]

Kick your weekend off right with a game or two at the library! Board games, computer games, and sidewalk games for kids. Families with kids […]

Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled ‘Uala Storytime! Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and crafts all about ‘uala […]

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 […]

Debby will be here to show us how to start a worm bin. Learn simple worm care tips and harvesting techniques. If you want to […]

"Cool Off with Summer Movies" at Waipahu Library!    “Zootopia 2 (June 13th) & Hoppers (July 11th)” (IMDB) Rated PG for action, peril, thematic elements, […]

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 […]

Magic Ron combines fun magic tricks with comedy, audience participation, and STEAM principles to answer the question, “What is magic?” This program is suitable for […]

6/12/26 UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Hula Ku‘i event is canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Join Hālau Hula Ka Noʻeau as they celebrate […]

Sorry, this program is now full. Please see the message at the top of the registration page for an option to join the waitlist. Want […]

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 […]

Need a moment to catch your breath? Looking to escape the heat? Come on down to Kīhei Public Library on the second Saturday of the […]

Get excited for the very first Kāneʻohe Mini Con! Attendees can earn a cool pin through our fun scavenger hunt, take pictures with Star War […]

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 […]

Location: Meeting Room An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of […]

Come showcase your amazing cosplay outfits at the Kaneohe Mini Con during our fun cosplay parade! Whether your costume is handmade or store-bought, everyone is […]

Learn about the process of making this sweet, delicious treat and then enjoy your own homemade ice cream with toppings of your choice! Supplies and […]