The Hilo Public Library welcomes chess players of all ages and skill levels to our weekly club gatherings every Saturday. Players can challenge one another in friendly weekly competitions and learn various strategies from ranked BICC chess players. Players may use chess boards purchased with Friends of Hilo Public Library funds during this designated time. […]
It’s Easy Being Clean: Making Soap and Natural Cleaners Make your own sustainable gifts for family and friends this Christmas! We will create a batch of handmade soap and re-imagine the cleaning recipes our grandmothers used to make using pure essential oils, which turn cleaning into a truly sensual experience! Take home handmade soap and […]
Children can meet Santa (John Hughes) and do a fun craft with Santa’s wife (Lori Venus-Hughes). Families are encouraged to bring a camera to take a holiday photo with Santa. Each child will receive a brand-new paperback book, courtesy of the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library […]
Our building is turning 50! Come celebrate with us! 10:30 – 11:30am Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Class 1:30 – 2:00pm Traditional Dragon Dance 2:00 – 2:30pm Introduction of the library’s hidden “movers and shakers,” past & present.
Liliha Public Library will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on Saturday, December 3! The public is invited to attend this free event from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Event highlights include: · 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. – Furoshiki Gift-Wrapping Class with eco-crafter Evelyn Nakamura; Reservations recommended · 1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. – Traditional Dragon […]
No Reservations Required $5/Student, Children under 12 are Free Cash or Check payments will be accepted at the door • Vegan Cranberry Muffins • Homemade Pumpkin Butter • Vegan Breakfast Casserole • Vegan Hot Cocoa w/ toppings Join our Love Life! Team's Monthly Cooking Class in our beautiful new Honolulu Community Room every 1st Saturday […]
As part of the events honoring the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, the Hawaii State Library is proud to offer a free showing of the film “Under the Blood-Red Sun.” This locally produced and directed movie adaption of the award-winning Graham Salisbury novel is set in 1941 Hawaii. Based on actual events, “Under the Blood-Red […]
Intro to Flow Series with Amanda Webster, ERYT-500 Dates: Saturday, November 5th and December 3rd Time: 12:30-2:30 Fees: $35 for both OR $20/workshop We often think of Vinyasa or Flow classes as being faster or more intense than a Hatha or Basics class, and while that may sometimes be true, at their essence, Flow classes […]
Can you remember the sense of peace and enjoyment you felt while coloring as a child? Can coloring help you relax? From choosing colors to the gentle, repetitive motion of your hands as you bring color to paper, coloring can be seen as a form of "active meditation". Oftentimes, when you think of meditation, you […]
Learn about a bit of Hawaiian culture with Cissy of Poakalani & Co.! Join us to hear about the history of the Hawaiian quilt and unique Hawaiian quilting methods. Beautiful finished Hawaiian quilts will be available for viewing.
In this follow-up to Pixar’s “Finding Nemo,” we return to the ocean as Dory (voiced by Ellen DeGeneres), a friendly but forgetful blue tang fish, searches for her long-lost parents, aided by her friends Marlin and Nemo. Funny, touching, and with a great escape scene! Open seating. This film is rated PG. For more information, […]
Defining success is not an exact science by any means. In some ways, it’s especially difficult to quantify one’s success when they have a job that places them in the public eye, a position that is ripe for critique and high expectations. Perhaps those who best thrive in those scenarios are the ones who can […]
Crown jewel of the XTERRA Trail Run Series. The 21-kilometer half-marathon course is considered the world championship course, and it takes runners through some of the most diverse – and scenic – terrain on the planet winding through Kualoa Ranch on Oahu’s northeastern shore. Also includes trail runs, a children’s race, and other family events.
Yummy, Yummy, in your Tummy!! Our most popular breakfast is back… Who can resist BACON?!?! Come on down, Sunday, December 4th, from 9am to 11am… talk story, enjoy ono grindz AND support your local Veterans all at the same time! Includes bacon, eggs, hash browns, rice, gravy and biscuits, fruit cocktail, coffee and tea! Eat […]
Bring a comfy beach chair, movie snacks to eat, sit back and enjoy two free movies at the Pearl City Public Library. Hot chocolate will be served (until supplies run out). Tora! Tora! Tora!, the 1970 war film starring an ensemble cast of American and Japanese actors, chronicles the bombing of Pearl Harbor from both […]
Commemorate the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Under the Blood Red Sun is a multiple award-winning 2014 Red Sun Productions film based on the book by Graham Salisbury. Synopsis: December 7, 1941 – TOMIKAZU “TOMI” NAKAJI (Kyler Ki Sakamoto) and his best friend BILLY DAVIS (Kalama Epstein) are playing baseball in a […]
Watch "Under the Blood Red Sun," (PG) based on the book by Graham Salisbury, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
This family-friendly English-language opera will bring the beloved fairytale to life for audiences of all ages. With audience participation! Sponsored by the Maui Friends of the Library. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library (10 days for Oahu; 15 days for neighbor islands) in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if […]
The Kapolei Public Library Book Club will discuss The Marriage of Opposites by Alice Hoffman. If you have never registered to attend the book club meetings, please do so in person at the Adult Fiction Reference Desk or call us at (808) 693-7050 Our meetings are held on the first Monday of the month starting […]
The Lindy hop is an American dance that evolved in Harlem, New York City, in the 1920s and 1930s and originally evolved with the jazz music of that time. It was very popular during the Swing era of the late 1930s and early 1940s. Lindy was a fusion of many dances that preceded it or […]
Also known as East Coast Swing, this is a great class for beginners!
We're bringing our "A Go Go" event series to KAPOLEI every Tuesday night! Join us for ono #streetgrindz featuring our food vendors each week at the Villages of Kapolei from 3pm-7pm VENDORS: Chubbie's Musukawas Aloha Plate La Roux Ono Kettle Pop Fiesta Mexican Grill Ulu's Lemonade Chamorro Grindz Heart to Table
We're bringing our "A Go Go" event series to KAPOLEI every Tuesday night! Join us for ono #streetgrindz featuring our food vendors each week at the Villages of Kapolei from 3pm-7pm VENDORS: Chubbie's Musukawas Aloha Plate La Roux Ono Kettle Pop Fiesta Mexican Grill Ulu's Lemonade Chamorro Grindz Shaka Bowls Heart to Table
Most forms of yoga in the West can be classified as Hatha Yoga. Hatha simply refers to the practice of physical yoga postures, meaning your Ashtanga, vinyasa, Iyengar and Power Yoga classes are all Hatha Yoga. The word “hatha” can be translated two ways: as “willful” or “forceful,” or the yoga of activity, and as […]
Most forms of yoga in the West can be classified as Hatha Yoga. Hatha simply refers to the practice of physical yoga postures, meaning your Ashtanga, vinyasa, Iyengar and Power Yoga classes are all Hatha Yoga. The word “hatha” can be translated two ways: as “willful” or “forceful,” or the yoga of activity, and as […]
Down to Earth Kailua 201 Hamakua Drive Kailua, HI 96734 Free, No Reservations Required You'll learn how to make: • Vegan Nog • Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies • Gingerbread Cake Every 1st Tuesday night from 4:30pm-5:30pm.
Down to Earth Kailua 201 Hamakua Drive Kailua, HI 96734 Free, No Reservations Required You'll learn how to make: • Vegan Nog • Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies • Gingerbread Cake Every 1st Tuesday night from 4:30pm-5:30pm.
Class taught by Katy Benjamin; she can be reached at (808) 321-7077 or katybenjamin@gmail.com http://www.katybenjaminyoga.com/
Class taught by Katy Benjamin; she can be reached at (808) 321-7077 or katybenjamin@gmail.com http://www.katybenjaminyoga.com/
Come to Oahu’s North Shore for an evening with Santa, Seashells, Snowflakes and STREAM. Science (Holiday Oobleck) – Technology (Robotic Play) – Reading (Stories with Santa) – Engineering (Building Challenges) – Art (Holiday Crafts) – and Math (Shells in Snow) activities. Limited space! Please call 293-8935 to reserve your space now. This program is suitable […]
This family-friendly English-language opera will bring the beloved fairytale to life for audiences of all ages. With audience participation! Sponsored by the Maui Friends of the Library. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library (10 days for Oahu; 15 days for neighbor islands) in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if […]
Blues dancing is a family of historical dances that developed alongside and were danced to blues music, or the contemporary dances that are danced in that aesthetic.
Join us this December 6th for our mothly Deep Gong Bath and support for Standing Rock! All proceeds will be donated to help Standing Rock protesting. 7pm-8:15pm $20 drop in
The Charleston is a dance named for the harbor city of Charleston, South Carolina. The rhythm was popularized in mainstream dance music in the United States by a 1923 tune called "The Charleston" by composer/pianist James P. Johnson which originated in the Broadway show Runnin' Wild and became one of the most popular hits of […]
Get ready to laugh, dance and sing along with Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band! Early education specialist Wayne Watkins and his band will perform educational and entertaining music for toddlers and preschoolers.
Create holiday cards at the library on the lānai. Instructor Karen will provide materials. Program is free and is suitable for ages 5 and up. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if other special accommodation is needed.
In commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Kailua-Kona Public Library invites the public to a free screening of the movie Under the Blood Red Sun in the Adult Reading Room. Locally-produced, directed, and based on actual events in Hawaiʻi in 1941, the movie is an adaption of the award-winning […]
In commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Kailua-Kona Public Library invites the public to a free screening of the movie Under the Blood Red Sun in the Adult Reading Room. Locally-produced, directed, and based on actual events in Hawaiʻi in 1941, the movie is an adaption of the award-winning […]
In Commemoration of the Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary The Swingin’ Blue Stars will perform close harmony, swing style music made popular by 1940’s female vocal groups such as the Andrews Sisters. The East Bay Area trio will sing and dance to patriotic music, mixing saucy and romantic World War II tunes that appeal to a […]
In Commemoration of the Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary The Swingin’ Blue Stars will perform close harmony, swing style music made popular by 1940’s female vocal groups such as the Andrews Sisters. The East Bay Area trio will sing and dance to patriotic music, mixing saucy and romantic World War II tunes that appeal to a […]
This weekly class provides a comfortable space on our outdoor lanai to come together and explore writing from our source. Hosted by August & Lenaya, the format is safe and open with time to write as you wish, while we delve into: – Connection – Five Sense Awareness – Stream of Consciousness Free-Writing – Intuitive […]
This weekly class provides a comfortable space on our outdoor lanai to come together and explore writing from our source. Hosted by August & Lenaya, the format is safe and open with time to write as you wish, while we delve into: – Connection – Five Sense Awareness – Stream of Consciousness Free-Writing – Intuitive […]
The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a coming-of-age epistolary novel by American writer Stephen Chbosky which was first published on February 1, 1999, by Pocket Books. Its narrator is an introverted teenager known as Charlie, who describes his experiences in a series of letters to an anonymous stranger. Copies are available at the branch. […]
In Commemoration of the Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary The Swingin’ Blue Stars will perform close harmony, swing style music made popular by 1940’s female vocal groups such as the Andrews Sisters. The East Bay Area trio will sing and dance to patriotic music, mixing saucy and romantic World War II tunes that appeal to a […]
Tickets will go on sale Friday, July 22nd at 10:00am at all the locations listed below. This is an all ages accompanied by an adult event. A magazine recently spotlighted Of Mice & Men as one of the leaders of "the new metal revolution." Since the 2010 release of their self-titled debut, Of Mice& Men […]
Grow Your Own Food Gardens Thursday Mornings ~ Fall 2016 Permaculture Classes at Hawaiian Sanctuary December 8th: Soil Health for East Hawaii. Learn how to amend, fertilize, mulch, and care for our unique soils in East Hawaii. Learn how to connect with the land and grow your own food here in Hawaii. Permaculture tools and […]
Children (1 to 5 years old) and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen the Children's Librarian for stories and learning activities that promote early literacy skills. Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to arrange a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.
Get ready to laugh, dance and sing along with Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band! Early education specialist Wayne Watkins and his band will perform educational and entertaining music for toddlers and preschoolers.
Join our monthly Adult Tech Classes. Every month a new technology or computer skill will be taught or explored. This week will cover email basics: how to choose a service provider (plus and minuses), how to setup an account, tips and tricks, safety, and more. Participants will be given a homework assignment that will be […]
The Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library would like to invite you to join us for story time fun. We host story time every Thursday for keiki 2-5 and their caregivers. Each story time includes stories, songs, and crafts. Story time has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, […]
