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Discover What is Happening at the Library!

For more information on any of these free programs, please contact the hosting library. Program schedules are subject to change. Should a sign language interpreter be needed or other special accommodations, please notify the library at least 10 business days (15 days for neighbor island libraries) before the event.

 


 

ONGOING CHILDREN'S STORYTIME

Nurture your child with the love of reading by attending a Storytime Session!  These 3- to 45-minute programs are recommended for ages 3 and up. 

 

...more information on Children's Storytimes

 


KAPOLEI CHORALEKapolei Public Library
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.
The Kapolei Chorale will entertain with a holiday concert in the library's atrium. The chorale, composed of women and men singing in four part harmony, is in its third year of performing together throughout Hawaii. The chorale membership reflects the many different cultures found here in the islands, bringing that variety into the musical selections they perform. Program is suitable for all ages. For more information, call 693-7050.

RINGING IN THE HOLIDAYS - BELL CHOIR PERFORMANCE

Hawaii State Library
Saturday, Dec. 6, 11:30 a.m.
The Heavenly Handbells and the Halle Halle Ringers, the two bell choirs from Harris United Methodist Church, will be performing holiday music in the front lobby. This 45-minute program is suitable for all ages. For more information, call 586-3477.

"GIFT OF TIME" - A HOLIDAY CRAFT WORKSHOP
Kaimuki Public Library
Sunday, Dec. 7, 2:00 p.m.
Evelyn Nakamura will teach participants to turn syrofoam take-out boxes into stamps to decorate gift boxes made from discarded cardstock. Then, attendees will make gift coupons to fill them and share your talents and time with loved ones. All materials will be provided. Maximum of 20 participants for this one-hour workshop. Attendees must register to participate. Program is sponsored by the Friends of Kaimuki Public Library. Suitable for ages 5 and up. For more information or to register, call 733-8422.
 

HOLIDAY PUPPET TIMES WITH CHRISTY LIPPS

 

Waipahu Public Library
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m.
Puppeteer Christy Lipps and her puppets will entertain children of all ages with favorite holiday stories and songs. This 45-minute program is sponsored by the Friends of Waipahu Public Library. Suitable for all ages. For more information, call 675-0358.



Kailua Public Library presents:
The Travelling Storytellers in "The Songs of Christmas: Who wrote them and why?" 
Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 10:30 am in the Children's Room
For pre-school on up.   Sponsored by the Friends of Kailua Library
 

"WINTER IN HAWAII" MUSICAL PROGRAM
Aubrey Myers will conduct holiday sing-alongs at three public libraries for children ages 2-5. Enjoy a musical bonding with your child in a creative environment. This 45-minute program is sponsored by local Friends chapters. For more information, contact the hosting library.

Kailua Public Library
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10:30 a.m.
Ph. 266-9911

Wailuku Public Library (Maui)
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 10:00 a.m.
Ph. 243-5766

Kahului Public Library (Maui)
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 10:30 a.m.
Ph. 873-3097

A-B-C-ZOO: AN ALPHABET OF ANIMAL TALES WITH AUNTIE BRENDA
Pearl City Public Library
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10:30 a.m.

 

Storyteller Brenda Freitas-Obregon will provide a lively, participatory storytelling experience. Children of all ages will be able to sing, sign, and dance. This 45-minute program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii and the University of Hawaii Outreach College's Statewide Cultural Extension Program. For more information, call 453-6566.

 


HOLIDAY CRAFT WORKSHOPS
Aina Haina Public Library will host a series of three "green" holiday craft seminars in the month of December. On Wednesday, Dec. 3rd at 3:00 p.m., children can learn how to use scraps of paper, cardstock, and magazine pictures to make fun, personalized note cards. This one-hour activity is suitable for ages 6 and up. On Wednesday, Dec. 10th at 3:00 p.m., participants can learn how to transform junk mail and envelopes into useful gift bags. This one-hour activity is intended for teens but interested adults are welcome. On Saturday, Dec. 13th at 10:30 a.m, participants will learn "Furoshiki", the Japanese style of wrapping gifts of different sizes and shapes with only a fabric square. Using and reusing furoshiki will eliminate wrapping paper, ribbons, tape, tissue payer, and cardboard boxes. This one-hour program is suitable for adults. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND ANY OF THESE CRAFT SEMINARS. Materials will be provided and are limited to the first 20 participants. For more information or to register, call 377-2456.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD WITH THE CELTIC KEIKI
Hawaii Kai Public Library
Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.
The Celtic Keiki will sing and dance to various holiday songs from around the world. This 1-1/2 hour event will include games, prizes, and light refreshments. Goodie bags will also be provided to the first 50 children that attend. Sponsored by the Friends of Hawaii Kai Public Library, this holiday event is suitable for ages 3 and up. For more information, call 397-5833.

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS WITH THE TRAVELLING STORYTELLERS
Hawaii State Library
Edna Allyn Room for Children
Saturday, Dec. 20, 10:30 a.m.
A special holiday presentation featuring "Here We Come A-Caroling", "We Three Kings", "O Christmas Tree", "Silent Night", and many more. This 45-minute program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii. Suitable for ages 3 and up. For more information, call 586-3510.

SLAM POETRY
Aina Haina Public Library
Saturday, Dec. 13, 2:30 p.m.
Members of the Kalani High School Slam Poetry Team will provide some lyrical therapy and flex their wordsmith skills in this two-hour event. Program is suitable for ages 12 and up. For more information, call 377-2456.

CHRISTMAS PUPPET TIMES
Kapolei Public Library
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6:30 p.m.
Puppeteer Christy Lipps and her puppets will entertain children of all ages with favorite holiday stories and songs. This 45-minute program is sponsored by the Friends of Kapolei Public Library. Suitable for all ages. For more information, call 693-7050.

SANTA VISITS THE LIBRARY
Pearl City Public Library
Thursday, Dec. 18, 10:00 a.m.

 

Children of all ages will be able to share their holiday wishes with Santa. Also, children will be able to take home a photo memento with Santa. Free goodie bags will be provided. Registration is required. This one-hour program is sponsored by the Friends of Pearl City Public Library. For more information or to register, call 453-6566.



HOLIDAY STORYTIME WITH AUNTIE PAT
Hawaii State Library
Edna Allyn Room for Children
Saturday, Dec. 27, 10:30 a.m.


School Superintendent Pat Hamamoto will tell holiday stories and rhymes. This 30-minute program is suitable for ages 3 and up. For more information, call 586-3510.