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Full STEAM Ahead: Solar Bugs

Posted on May 30, 2023 in

Celebrate the 2023 Summer Reading Challenge! Create a solar powered insect that moves with this fun-filled STEAM (Science, Technology, Art, Math) project! Suitable for children ...
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Hawaii’s Birds and How to Save Them

Posted on Jul 12, 2023 in

Come learn about our many amazing endemic bird species, and how we can all help to protect them. Our presenter Bret Nainoa Mossman is an ...
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Presenting for your enjoyment a video of varied experiences of the author Mark Twain.  This was a production at the Na’alehu Theater in 2004, part ...
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Storytelling Under the (backyard) Tree

Posted on Jul 11, 2023 in

First Wednesday of the Month,  Makawao Library –  5:30 PM Program is intended for grown-up storytellers, this is not a keiki storytime.  ...
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Library Fun Day

Posted on Jul 1, 2023 in

Ka Pa’alana Preschool presents a fun-filled fair featuring booths from organizations that promote literacy and good health like Read to Me International.  There will be ...
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Junior Botanist: Plant Exploration

Posted on Jul 7, 2023 in

Become a junior botanist by coming to this event and learning all about plants! During this event, junior botanists will dissect Hibiscus to learn about ...
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2023 is officially the Year of the Kāhuli (Hawaiian land snails). A specialist from the State Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Forestry & Wildlife ...
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Make Hilo Style Lei with Lā’ī

Posted on Jul 6, 2023 in

Learn how make hilo style lei with lā’ī. This simple lei is made of tī leaves twisted into a rope and can include flower or ...
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Lei Wristlet Workshop

Posted on Jul 5, 2023 in

Carrie Newcomb will demonstrate how to make lei po`o (wili style) and assist participants in making their own wristlets. Participants are encouraged to bring fresh ...
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Local Children’s Authors

Posted on Jun 23, 2023 in

Local Children’s Authors Vera Arita and Karyn Hopper share their stories with us! Join us for this free, fun and entertaining program. For children ages ...
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ALERT | In holiday observance of King Kamehameha Day, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Memorial Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, May 24 to 26, 2025.