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HSL Crafts: Tī Leaf Lei

Posted on Mar 18, 2026 in

Learn the art of lei making at the Hawaii State Library on the 2nd Floor, Art, Music & Recreation Section. We will be making ti ...
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Family Science Night: Exploring Color

Posted on Mar 18, 2026 in

Please join us for a fun Family Science Night where we’ll explore the science of color! We’ll try a variety of experiments that will help ...
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Glitter Jars

Posted on Mar 18, 2026 in

Feeling crafty? Come create a calming glitter jar! It’s a fun way to help keiki (or adults) learn to relax, by watching the glitter go ...
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What is a zine? Attend our workshop and get ready to unleash your artistic talent, express yourself, and socialize. This workshop will be hosted by ...
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Book Club – To The Moon And Back

Posted on Mar 18, 2026 in

April’s Book Club pick is To The Moon And Back by Eliana Ramage. This stirring coming-of-age novel is the tale of a young woman determined ...
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Hawai‘i Handweavers Hui

Posted on Jan 24, 2026 in

Location: Program Room Are you curious about textiles and handcrafted items? Welcome to the beautiful craft of handweaving! Join us at Hilo Public Library the ...
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Hawai‘i Handweavers Hui

Posted on Jan 24, 2026 in

Location: Program Room Are you curious about textiles and handcrafted items? Welcome to the beautiful craft of handweaving! Join us at Hilo Public Library the ...
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Hawai‘i Handweavers Hui

Posted on Jan 24, 2026 in

Location: Program Room Are you curious about textiles and handcrafted items? Welcome to the beautiful craft of handweaving! Join us at Hilo Public Library the ...
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Learn Hawaiian language basics with Kumu Kaʻuhane.  The same class will be offered monthly. Feel free to attend each one and improve your skills! Contact ...
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Stephen and Nancee Cline will enchant you with guitar music and poetry, weaving together their favorite themes of love for nature and the joys and ...
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ALERT | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026. Most libraries will be closed Friday, July 3.
The following branches will be OPEN on July 3 and closed on July 4: ʻAiea, ʻĀina Haina, Hanapēpē, Hawai‘i Kai, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, Liliha, Makawao, McCully-Mōʻiliʻili, Princeville, Thelma Parker, Wahiawā, Waialua, Waimānalo, Waikīkī-Kapahulu, and Waipahu.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.

ALERT | In observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, 2026.

ALERT | Wednesday, July 1, 2026 - The Hawaiʻi State Library in Downtown Honolulu will be closed today for a facility issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.