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Computer Class: Absolute Beginner (pt. I)

Posted on Jun 27, 2025 in

Thanks to the success of the system-wide computer classes, Mapunawai has scheduled a Waikīkī Library-specific set! This free, two-part computer basics course will cover the ...
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Note: This event has been rescheduled from July 28, 2025. Join us as we celebrate Mele with a free local documentary film screening! Those Who ...
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Afternoon Family Movie: Vivo

Posted on Jun 27, 2025 in

Come spend part of Summer Break with us at the library! Watch Vivo with your friends and family. Children under 12 must be accompanied by ...
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Read To A Therapy Dog: Meet Adaka

Posted on Jun 27, 2025 in

Meet our newest therapy dog Adaka!  This  program is designed to give children and teens a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and ...
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Silent Disco

Posted on Jun 17, 2025 in

UPDATE: EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSED – WALK-INS ARE WELCOME This summer we are celebrating mele in our public libraries! Get ready to dance the night away ...
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Movie Night: Wicked

Posted on Jun 23, 2025 in

Join us for movies at Kealakekua this summer! Movie begins at 1 p.m. Wicked is rated PG and runs for approximately 160 minutes. Anyone who ...
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Come spend part of Summer Break with us at the library! Watch The Greatest Showman with your friends and family. Children under 12 must be ...
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Silent Disco

Posted on Jun 17, 2025 in

UPDATE: EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSED – WALK-INS ARE WELCOME This summer we are celebrating mele in our public libraries! Get ready to dance the night away ...
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Your Hawaiʻi public libraries are ready to drop a fresh beat with the launch of our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, themed “Mele” – a statewide ...
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Storytelling & Writer’s Workshop

Posted on Jun 28, 2025 in

First Wednesday of the Month,  Makawao Library –  5:30 PM In the winter months when it is dark, this program will be held indoors in ...
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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.