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Vibrant Hawaii

Posted on Aug 22, 2025 in

Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to ...
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Crochet Circle

Posted on Aug 22, 2024 in

Ever wanted to try this fun, portable, and practical craft? Or maybe you already know how, but need help learning to read patterns? Come join ...
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Adult Craft: Crocheted Bandana

Posted on Mar 16, 2026 in

Need a new accessory for the month? Join us in a workshop where we crochet a head bandana! Project is perfect for beginners who are ...
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UPDATE 3/16/26: APOLOGIES FOR THE SHORT NOTICE AND INCONVENIENCE. THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED AND SET TO BE RESCHEDULED DUE TO UNEXPECTED STAFF ILLNESS. Need ...
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Art Time with Hui Noʻeau

Posted on Mar 16, 2026 in

Learn about Hawaiʻi’s endemic kāhuli snails and their habitat, and then sculpt a 3D version of them with Wikki Stix waxed yarn. This program is ...
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Building Brain Healthy Habits

Posted on Mar 9, 2026 in

Alzheimer’s Association presents: Building Brain Healthy Habits KEY TAKEAWAYS: INSIGHTS FROM THE U.S. POINTER STUDY ON LIFESTYLE AND BRAIN HEALTH HABITS THAT MAY HELP LOWER ...
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Google & Cloud Essentials

Posted on Feb 13, 2026 in

Attend a free 120 minute session on Google & Cloud Essentials. Participants will learn: The difference between cloud & local storage. Learn how to access ...
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Watercolor w/ Paige Su: Maunalei Gulch

Posted on Mar 6, 2026 in

Join us at the Hawaii State Library for a FREE beginners’ course to watercolor. Follow along with artist Paige Su to paint the beautiful Maunalei ...
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Teen DIY: Optical Flexigon Fidget Toys

Posted on Mar 16, 2026 in

Teens, whip up your own cool optical flexigon fidget toy!  Wednesday, March 25 from 3:30pm-5pm in the Teen Area .  It’s hands-on, stress-busting, super fun ...
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Smartphone Basics Class

Posted on Jan 30, 2026 in

Feeling lost? Need help with learning that new (or old) smartphone and don’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly smartphone class will help participants gain ...
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ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

[ALERT FOR MARCH 24, 2026] The following libraries will be closed on March 24, 2026 while our staff assess the condition of the buildings: Mānoa Public Library, Waialua Public Library, Waimānalo Public Library,  Molokaʻi Public Library and Kīhei Public Library. Additional closures and the reopening of libraries may vary depending on when we can safely reopen to the public. Please check our website for updates. Please Take Care and Be Safe!

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.