Events

250 upcoming on O‘ahu and across Hawai‘i

Monday, July 6, 2026

Vibrant Hawaii

Hawai‘i – Pāhoa, 15-3070 Pahoa-Kalapana Rd, Pāhoa, HI, 96778, United States

Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public & School Library A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more. Life in Puna looks different than in other parts of our island, and asking for help can feel hard—even from friends or neighbors. Stop by Mondays from 12–4 PM to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much. Program is suitable for age 18 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or an adult caregiver. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.

12:30 PMCommunityEducationFree

Chair Exercises At The Library

O‘ahu – ʻEwa Beach, 91-950 North Road, ʻEwa Beach, HI, 96706, United States

Want to have some fun keeping up your flexibility and mobility? Get out of your house and join our active seniors for an hour of chair exercises in air-conditioned comfort. Ages 14 and up. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

1:30 PMEducationOutdoorKids

Pahoa Journey Workshop with Family Hui Hawaii

Hawai‘i – Pāhoa, 15-3070 Pahoa-Kalapana Rd, Pāhoa, HI, 96778, United States

Family Hui Hawaii would love for you and your child to join them for the Pahoa Journey Workshop! Workshops are for families with children 0-5 years old. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the Embracing Your Journey As Your Child’s First Teacher family guide, as well as children’s books and take-home activities. Registration is required, but walk-ins will be accommodated if there is space. To register, please visit: Pahoa Journey Workshop Program is suitable for age 5 and under. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

1:30 PMTheaterEducationOutdoor

Mahjong At The Library

O‘ahu – ʻEwa Beach, 91-950 North Road, ʻEwa Beach, HI, 96706, United States

Interested in playing basic mahjong? Stop by the Ewa Beach Public & School Library for a chance to learn and play! Ages 14 and up. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

2:00 PMSportsFoodEducation

Movie Mondays

2 locations

In celebration of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme of ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, we’ll be showing several food-themed movies on Monday afternoons from now through the end of July. Join us on Monday, July 6th at 2pm for our showing of Big Night. Starring Tony Shalhoub (of TV’s Monk fame), Stanley Tucci, Ian Holm and Isabella Rossellini, the movie takes place in New Jersey in the 1950s. Two brothers run an Italian restaurant. Business is not going well as a rival Italian restaurant is out-competing them. In a final effort to save the restaurant, the brothers plan to put on an evening of incredible food. Please be advised, this film is rated R for language and is thus recommended for ages 17+. Film run time is 1 hour & 49 minutes. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required.

2:00 PMEducationFreeFamily

Air Dry Clay Vase

Hawai‘i – Kealakekua, 81-6619 Māmalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI, 96750, United States

Create a clay vase without the mess! This air dry class class will teach you how to make a vase with a mold and carve a design using tools. Welcoming teens 12+ and adults to the program, and please sign up below (or call the library at 808-323-7585) as space is limited. All materials are generously provided by Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) All attendees to programs and events during the Summer Reading Challenge at Kealakekua Library will receive a raffle ticket for a special branch prize to be drawn at the end of July! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

2:00 PMMusicCultureKids

A Journey of Slack Key Guitar with Jeff Peterson

2 locations

Join acclaimed musician Jeff Peterson for an engaging program featuring slack key guitar music and stories that explore the history and evolution of this unique Hawaiian tradition from the 1830s to today. One of Hawaiʻi’s most versatile musicians, Peterson has performed as a solo artist and collaborated with acclaimed artists from Hawaiʻi and around the world. Suitable for all ages, this 45-minute event celebrates the rich heritage and enduring beauty of Hawaiian music. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i. This is a production of the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

3:00 PMCommunityKidsEducation

LEGO club

O‘ahu – Salt Lake-Moanalua, 3225 Salt Lake Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96818, United States

Join us for a LEGO challenge! We provide the LEGOs … and a challenge. No need to register, just show up! Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

3:00 PMFoodCultureEducation

Ila Jhaveri: Talk- Chinese Medicine Tools for Maintaining Joint Health

Hawai‘i – North Kohala, 54-3645 ‘Akoni Pule Hwy, Kapa'au, HI, 96755, United States

All participants will walk away with useful and highly effective tips on using food-as-therapy, acupressure, and other lifestyle tools as well as info on acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. This month’s topic focuses on tools for maintaining joint health with herbs and supplements. Ila Jhaveri is a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese medicine herbalist who has been practicing for 29 years on Oahu and the Big Island. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

4:30 PMEducationFreeFamily

Kaua'i Live Poets Society Monthly Workshop

Kaua‘i – Līhuʻe, 4344 Hardy St, Līhuʻe, HI, 96766, United States

Join the Kaua‘i Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Līhu‘e Public Library. Open to new, adult members of all skill levels! Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.