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Readers of All Ages are invited to join us from June 1 – July 31, 2024!
This summer’s theme is E Heluhelu Kākou: Moʻolelo; Hawaii’ ...

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Libby by OverDrive provides access to popular and bestselling ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. The collection includes Kindle B ...

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, & magazines!

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Mango Languages is a learning tool that provides instruction in more than 70 languages, including ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i. Lessons are bui ...

Learn a New Language!

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The equipment’s been installed, staff have been trained, and we’ve introduced a faster checkout/check-in process at Hawaii’s publi ...

Quick and Easy Library Checkouts

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Libraries to host informational programs on Hawai‘i’s Forest Birds

2024 is Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele: The Year of the Forest Birds, a time to celebrate the jewels of our Hawaiian forests. Specialists […]

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Borrow an ‘Ukulele and attend the July 14th Festival on O‘ahu

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play the ‘ukulele or just needed one to play? You can borrow Hawai‘i’s favorite music instrument at […]

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Six Reminders for the Hawai‘i Primary Election

Ahead of the 2024 Primary Election on August 10, the State’s Office of Elections have a few key reminders for Hawaii voters. Hawaii is a […]

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Hawaii State Legislature

Hawaii State Legislature

The Legislative Session runs annually from January to May. The Hawaii State Public Library System offers resources for the public. Learn more about the legislative process or watch hearings now.

In observance of the Statehood Day holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 16, 2024.

In observance of the Labor Day holiday, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, August 31 to September 2, 2024.