Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

“After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.” — Phillip Pullman Just because you know how to read, ...
Read More Teen Storytime!

“After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.” — Phillip Pullman Just because you know how to read, ...
Read More Teen Storytime!

“After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.” — Phillip Pullman Just because you know how to read, ...
Read More Teen Storytime!

Listen along to a chapter (or so) of a book each week, and work on a craft. It’s Storytime for older kids! Kylee (YA) Librarian ...
Read More Big Kid Storytime

Join us on the lanai for a free brass quintet concert and demonstration featuring outstanding young musicians from the Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony’s Neighbor Island Tour ...
Read More Brass Concert

Learn the art of lei making at the Hawaii State Library on the 2nd Floor, Art, Music & Recreation Section. We will be making ti ...
Read More HSL Crafts: Tī Leaf Lei

Coordinated by Mercy Ritte of ʻĀina Momona, the E Hoʻomanaʻo program series remembers and celebrates the lives of aliʻi and other historical Hawaiian figures. Join ...
Read More E Hoʻomanaʻo

Join us for an evening of fun read-alouds, music, and reading resources! Families and educators welcome! If you have any questions, please email Read To ...
Read More Read To Me International Family Literacy Night

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 ...
Read More Current Events Café

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 ...
Read More Current Events Café