Bookmark Design Contest
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Keiki Library BINGO
Start the new year with a reading challenge! Keiki in Preschool through the 5th grade are invited to pick up a Library BINGO sheet in […]
Shape It ’til You Make It – Origami Night
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Shape It ’til You Make It – Origami Night
Origami Night! Come and join us to learn how to create beautiful artworks out of colorful paper. Then, check out a book and learn how […]
Poetry Workshop
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Poetry Workshop
Are you writing a poem that’s got you stuck or have you got one you would love to share with an audience? Get feedback and […]
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Family Story Time
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Family Story Time
Join us on Wednesday mornings in the children’s section for a simple and sweet storytime. We’ll read a few stories together, as well as play […]
Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
Teen Crafter-Noon: Blank Book Craft
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Teen Crafter-Noon: Blank Book Craft
Teens are invited to stop at the children's reference desk to pick up a blank book craft bag. The bag will contain a blank book […]
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Voting time for the Bookmark Design Contest!
Ready, Set, Library! VOTING TIME! Vote for your favorite bookmark designs submitted by patrons like you at Kailua-Kona Public Library! The theme is: "Ready Set […]
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Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
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Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, […]
5 events,
Alphabet Story Time
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Alphabet Story Time
Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for an alphabet-focused story time to develop early literacy skills, including print recognition and phonemic awareness. This program is suitable […]
First Saturday Community Art Classes
First Saturday Community Art Classes
On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class on a […]
Tween & Teen Movie Matinee
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Tween & Teen Movie Matinee
Join us for the movie that started it all with a screening of The Hunger Games. After her younger sister is chosen to take part, […]
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Voice Lessons
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Voice Lessons
Would you like to try learning how to sing? Maybe you already do and would just like to brush up on technique. Then come and […]
Chess Club
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Chess Club
Strategy! Mental exercise! Chess Club! Join us and learn to play or brush up on your skills. Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to […]
5 events,
Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
Big Island Heluhelu Quiz Bowl Meeting
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Big Island Heluhelu Quiz Bowl Meeting
Do you enjoy reading, trivia, teamwork, and earning top prizes? Join The Page Masters, the library's competitive book club. Suitable for kids in the 4th […]
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Babies, Books, and Blankets
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Babies, Books, and Blankets
Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for ‘Babies, Books, and Blankets’, a lapsit for babies 2 years old and under. Bring your babies and a comfortable […]
Bedroom Feng Shui with Clear Englebert
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Bedroom Feng Shui with Clear Englebert
In honor of Chinese New Year, feng shui expert Clear Englebert will present Bedroom Feng Shui. Feng shui is the Chinese art of placement, and […]
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Jewelry Making
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Jewelry Making
Attend a special jewelry making class for adults! Jewelry artist, Sid Nakamoto, will lead participants in the making of a simple and beautiful wire wrapped […]
Board At the Library
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Board At the Library
Board Game Night!!!!! Come and join us for some board game fun! Meet new friends and play something you haven't played since 1992. We might […]
Monday Night Poetry
Monday Night Poetry
Join us on Monday evening in the adult room for a casual and relaxing poetry group. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own poetry or […]
4 events,
Free Pokemon Raffle
All ages may participate in our free Pokemon raffle. Prizes include Pokemon plushies, stickers, etc. Come to Pahala Public and School Library, fill out a […]
Book Club: Mad Honey
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Book Club: Mad Honey
Join the discussion of Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult. Asher and Lily were two kids just hoping for a fresh start when they crossed paths and […]
Teen Movie Night: Five Nights at Freddy’s
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Teen Movie Night: Five Nights at Freddy’s
Join us for a scary movie event and watch Five Nights at Freddy's. Down on his luck and running out of options, Mike Schmidt agrees […]
6 events,
Alphabet Story Time
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Alphabet Story Time
Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for an alphabet-focused story time to develop early literacy skills, including print recognition and phonemic awareness. This program is suitable […]
Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
Family Board Games
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Family Board Games
Get together with family and friends and play some classic board games! All materials will be provided. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service […]
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Keiki Storytime – LOVE!
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Keiki Storytime – LOVE!
Join us for a story time all about love! We’ll read lovely stories, sing lovely songs, and make a friendship necklace or bracelet to share […]
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Sewing for Beginners
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Sewing for Beginners
Join us for the first installment of this Spring’s sewing series! Join local sewing expert Margaret Bourget to learn sewing basics, beginning with your very […]
Board Games and Brownies
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Board Games and Brownies
Teens and Tweens! Join us for a night of board games and brownies. Bring your friends and play! From chess to Sorry - and everything […]
7 events,
Babies, Books, and Blankets
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Babies, Books, and Blankets
Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for ‘Babies, Books, and Blankets’, a lapsit for babies 2 years old and under. Bring your babies and a comfortable […]
Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
3 events,
Hawaii Handweavers Hui
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Hawaii Handweavers Hui
Join us the fourth Thursday of the month to show off the latest projects you have been working on, learn about new techniques, and enjoy […]
Story Time With Partners In Development Foundation
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Story Time With Partners In Development Foundation
Our community partner, Partners In Development Foundation, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. […]
3 events,
Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
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Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, […]
Silent Book Club!
Silent Book Club!
Join us for our Silent Book Club! It will be held the last Friday of every month from 3-4pm under the Library's monkeypod tree, weather […]
5 events,
Coffee With a Cop
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Coffee With a Cop
Join your community, businesses, and officers for coffee and conversation! No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns and get to […]
Dr. Seuss Raps with Mr. Kneel
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Dr. Seuss Raps with Mr. Kneel
Visit the Kailua-Kona Public Library for a family-friendly hip-hop show! “Mr. Kneel” (Neil McIntyre) will share his love for Dr. Seuss through beatbox and rhyme. […]
Build your Lego World
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Build your Lego World
Imagine It...Build It with Legos. The library provides Lego enthusiasts with Legos for building and imaginative play for one hour. At the end of the […]
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4 events,
Civil Beat Pop-Up Newsroom
Civil Beat reporters and staff will be working out of the Kealakekua Public Library from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. […]
Bad Art Night – Jack Black As Bob Ross
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Bad Art Night – Jack Black As Bob Ross
Back by popular demand - Bad Art Night! This time, we'll be watching Jack Black imitating Bob Ross, and doing our best to paint like […]
Hawaiian History Talk Story
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Hawaiian History Talk Story
Kohala historian Boyd Bond will share information and stories about Hawai'i's royal women. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or […]
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Pokemon Day Craft
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Pokemon Day Craft
We’re celebrating Pokemon Day! Tuesday, Feb. 27th 2024. Patrons may decorate and take home one pencil. Decorations include one paper Pokeball cutout and a max […]
3 events,
Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00am for a fun-filled storytime! We’ll sing songs, read a few simple stories, then make a craft or do an […]
Nebula in a Jar
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Nebula in a Jar
Make a nebula in a jar using everyday items! Intended for children ages 6 and up accompanied by an adult. All materials will be provided. […]
Scrabble & Board Games
Scrabble & Board Games
Join us on Wednesday evenings from 4:30-6:30pm for some fun with board games, including Scrabble. Please check out the games at the Reference Desk and […]
2 events,
Story Time with Keiki O Ka ʻĀina
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Story Time with Keiki O Ka ʻĀina
Join Ms. Gina from Keiki O Ka 'Āina He Lei Piko Home Visiting Programs for story time at the library, suitable for ages 4 and […]
Community Partner Story Time With P.A.C.T.
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Community Partner Story Time With P.A.C.T.
Our community partner,Parents and Children Together, will be hosting a special story time and craft. Join us in the children’s room for this program. Recommend […]
2 events,
Youth Art & Writing Contests
Happening now through March 30, 2024 during library hours! Are you a budding writer or artist? Have a cool idea to draw a new cover […]
Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
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Toddler Story Time: Stories, Music and Fun
Hello my friends! My name is Tigger. I invite you to my home of stories each week. Come and listen to stories about faraway places, […]
3 events,
Alphabet Story Time
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Alphabet Story Time
Join Kauʻi the Kids’ Librarian for an alphabet-focused story time to develop early literacy skills, including print recognition and phonemic awareness. This program is suitable […]
First Saturday Community Art Classes
First Saturday Community Art Classes
On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class on a […]
Writing Critique Group
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Writing Critique Group
Bring your original writing to the Hilo Public Library on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 1:00-3:00pm (3/2 & 3/16). A facilitator […]
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