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Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School for […]

Join us in learning how to do paper quilling, also known as paper filigree, a craft that has been around since the 15th century and […]

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 […]

Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowl Soundbath A unique immersive experience of being “bathed” in the vibrations of eight 432 Hz Crystal Alchemy Singing Bowls made from […]

Join the discussion of Pigs in Heaven by Barbara Kingsolver Excerpt from Goodreads.com: Continuing the story begun in "The Bean Trees", this novel features the […]

Join us for our weekly movie matinee for kids of all ages! We show a different movie every Tuesday afternoon, complete with free popcorn. All […]

Have you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play? Whatever […]

Want to learn how to play chess with other enthusiasts? Come check out the Wahiawa Library Chess Club, meeting every Tuesday from 4pm to 6pm […]

Celebrate the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge! Prepare to be dazzled by the wondrous spectacle of Alexander D'mazing's Amazing Library Show! Get ready for a whirlwind […]

Please join us for a short film screening of ʻĀina Paikai's Hawaiian Soul and panel discussion with Davianna Pōmaikaʻi McGregor and Lynell DaMate. Synopsis of Hawaiian […]

Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you're an adult looking to brush up on your computer skills, or […]

The next craft session for the Aiea/Pearl City Crafters  will be on Wednesday, July 10 at 12 noon and will continue bimonthly, with the next […]

Come join us for some Summer Thrills with Umma! Bring a little snack and water to enjoy during the screening. Screening is free. Rated PG-13 […]

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 […]

A deep love of hala spans oceans and cultures and all are invited to join us for two days of workshops by Keanahala, a community […]

Listen and learn at a free erhu recital and lecture!  Dr. Sun Hui will play the erhu and discuss the historical context for the instrument’s […]

Celebrate Summer Reading! Our summer theme is E Heluhelu Kākou; Moʻolelo, and Hawaii’s public libraries will be celebrating the rich and varied stories that shape […]

Come learn popular and classic line dances in a fun, judgment free zone with other local dance enthusiasts! Follow along with simple dance instructions for […]

Meet us in front of the Makawao Library this summer for self-paced, no pressure art time! Wednesdays June 19th, June 26th, July 10th, and July […]

Make your own slime and participate in a free SHELLS+ Bookmaking Workshop with your young one.  This program is for children four-years-old and up and […]

Join us for a fun workshop designed to enhance childrens’ literacy by equipping parents and educators of young children with storytelling and story reading skills. […]

Here at Waianae Public Library that is exactly what we are hoping for, your stories.  We are inviting you to join us at the library […]

Join the Writers Group at the Waialua Public Library every 2nd Thursday from 9:30am-11:00am to discuss the monthly writing topic, share your work, and get […]

Please join us for a special storytime filled with fun, magic and movement featuring “The Fairy Grandmother,” Susie Roth.  Best suited for those between the […]

During the month of July, Kūpuna Hour will partner with Ke Ola Mamo to provide Native Hawaiian cultural activities led by Aunty Gigi. "Aloha Mai […]

Artist Barbara Ho will present a history of the folk art of Chinese Knotting, provide a demonstration, and then lead participants through their own project. […]

Listen and move to live children's music brought to you by Sounding Joy Music Therapy, Inc.  This 30-minute program is great for the entire family.  […]

This program is designed to give people a chance to enjoy reading aloud with no pressure and no judgment. However, if you don’t want to […]

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A deep love of hala spans oceans and cultures and all are invited to join us for two days of workshops by Keanahala, a community […]

The Hanapepe Library Book Club meets every 2nd Thursday of each month. SHORT FICTION Short reads in 2024:​ Jul. 11 reader’s choice – perhaps a […]

Are you looking for work but don't know where to start in your search? Do you need help writing a resume that will help you […]

Join us at the Kaneohe Library Pop-up at Windward Mall! Interested in learning the basics of Chinese Mahjong or looking for a friendly group of […]

Every Friday in June & July at 1pm! Celebrate Summer Reading Challenge. Join us for a book-to-movie adaptation film screening all summer long! Want to […]

Dive into stories on the screen with free movie showings on Fridays at 1 p.m. at Mililani Public Library during June and July! Dune Part […]

Front of Makawao Library Every Friday 1:30-3:30 PM, except holidays Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, […]

ALL AGES WELCOME! New and Old board games to try: Bananagrams, Uno, Ticket to Ride, Sorry, Dinosaur Escape and more!.  Fun for old and young. […]

Make some magic happen with your very own magic wand. Materials will be provided. One wand per person while supplies last. Recommended for ages 3 […]

The public is invited to a free afternoon of music in Kaunakakai, featuring the talents of renowned cellist Daniel Scoggins in a concert presented by […]

Please join us Saturday mornings in July for friendly games of chess! Seven boards will be available on a first come, first serve basis. All […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). A specialist from The Nature Conservancy on Maui will share information […]

Are you an aspiring writer who wants to meet and make friends with other writers in the community? Are you seeking inspiration, encouragement, advice or […]

Want to pick up crochet during the summer? Join the Mānoa Public Library’s YA Librarian for a beginner’s workshop on the craft. Learn basic information […]

Come and hear Pieper Toyama, author of Family Stories from the Plantation and Beyond, talk-story about plantation days on the Hamakua Coast on the Big […]

八卦內功簡介  Energy Bagua is a meditation developed by Master JinBodhi for the regeneration of vitality and maintenance of health. It’s main components are based upon […]

Join us for a showing of the short film Hawaiian Soul and a Q&A session with the director of the film, ʻĀina Paikai. Synopsis: Set […]

Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of […]

2024 is officially Ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele (Year of the Forest Birds). A specialist from The Nature Conservancy on Maui will share information […]

Join us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rubik’s Cube on Ernő Rubik’s birthday! Stop by for an afternoon of fun activities led by […]

Musician Jeff Peterson will perform stories of music from the early paniolo years through the Monarchy Era, Hawaii Calls years, Hawaiian Renaissance, to his latest […]

Learn to make simple crochet coasters with guided instruction. Intended for beginners, but intermediate and advanced crocheters welcome. Yarn and crochet tools will be provided […]

Join us for some fun with Lei ʻIlima Club as we learn about some of our fascinating pollinators and create butterfly clips as well as […]

Discover the power of Kanban in this 3-hour workshop, where you will learn to optimize your personal or professional workflow.  Craft your own Kanban Board […]