Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• March 25, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Community, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Join Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills!

This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old.

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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 schedules are subject to change.

• March 25, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Explore the vast unknowns of this magical world, slay beasts and monsters, discover hidden tomes and artifacts, uncover mysteries and lore in the world of Taeri!

Join our new West Marches-style tabletop role-playing campaign. In this unique sandbox adventure, you control the story. No experience needed! This campaign style provides flexibility for new and experienced players to jump in and out of the story.

Space is limited: contact the library to reserve your spot.

Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• March 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Love to knit or crochet? 

Enjoy the company of other fiber artists? 

Bring your own creations and see what others are doing!

If you’d like to attend a class, please ask at the circulation desk for more information!

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.

• March 28, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Visit for some lively music to delight audiences of all ages with the Kona Brass Quartet!

This performance is part of the Kamuela Philharmonic Small-Ensemble Program, “Bringing Live Music to the Communities Around the Island.”  The program encompasses music for all ages.  You’ll travel in time with us through Early Music, Dixieland, Jazz, Disney, and Show Tunes and an early celebration our nation’s 250^th anniversary.

This is a great time to visit the library and “check out” the Kona Brass Quartet!

Musicians:

Trumpets – Gary Ross and Ross Roussell

Alto Sax – Lori Huff

Trombone – Sue Garrod

Young children must be accompanied by a 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.

• March 28, 2026 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
• Categories: Books, Branch book clubs, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning, Reading programs
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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. 

• March 28, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Films & Movies, Games, Learning, Research, Science, Technology, Virtual, Writing
• Contact: 808-327-4327

From planning programs to curating collections, here is your chance to get involved at the library and build community with like-minded teens!

Join our Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G) to tailor young adult library services, spaces, and collections to your interests. Being a T.A.G. team member is also a great way to earn volunteer service hours and leadership experience throughout the year. Visit the Young Adult Room to pick up an application.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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.

• March 28, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

We’re making three giant paintings to hang in the children’s room to create a mural on one of our walls. Come join the fun and leave a lasting impression in your library! This is our LAST CALL for contributions! If you missed our first sessions, or want to continue working on something you started, now is your chance!

This program is appropriate for ages 5+. Spaces are limited: contact the library to make a reservation.

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• March 31, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Join the fun to learn new skills and participate in friendly competition!

Chess players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend. Call the library if you’re interested in volunteering to teach!

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• March 31, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Music
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Enjoy the sounds and voices of our community by celebrating our local musicians!

Slack Key Guitar /  John Keawe Style

John shares the history of slack key and presents his many compositions both instrumentally and vocally, all in his own distinct style.

His music is infused with the spirit of Aloha and reflects his deep love for the islands and family. He is a multiple Nā Hōkū Hano Award winner, and contributing artist to Hawai’i’s 1st Grammy award in 2005.

To date, he has released 12 CD recordings and numerous digital singles.

Young children must be accompanied by caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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.

• April 1, 2026
• Categories: Books, Community, Entertainment, Poetry
• Contact: 808-327-4327

Visit the library and build a unique poem using the titles of young adult books!

• Teens are invited to submit stacks of poetry April 1st through April 18th.
• Voting is open to all ages from April 21st through April 30th.
• The winner will be contacted on May 1st to select a gift card of their choice!

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this 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.