From August 31, 2019 to January 30, 2020, the Manoa Library will be hosting Local Takes, A Honolulu Printmakers Exhibition. The exhibit will be on display in our lobby.
Local Takes features published works by local authors as its inspiration. Each artist chose one work (or excerpt) to interpret through a book form, imagery, or typographic layout.
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date. For a list of upcoming library events, visit www.librarieshawaii.org/events
Sadou, the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, is a cornerstone of Japanese culture. One of the most important utensils in a tea ceremony is the chawan, or tea bowl, since the green tea called matcha is made in and drank from the chawan. In Japanese ceramics, nothing is held in higher esteem than the chawan. Shofu Kai has been studying what makes the old, traditional chawan so valuable and cherished.
Chawan will be on display next to the Adult Reference Desk inside the library.
This exhibit is presented by Shofu Kai, a group of ceramists at the Hawai’i Potter’s Guild who meet to study and learn about the artistry of Japanese tea ceremony utensils.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change. For a list of upcoming library events, visit www.librarieshawaii.org/events.
Instead of throwing out your rubbish, create your own ornaments out of upcycled materials for a chance to win awesome prizes! All ages are welcome to submit entries.
Each person may submit only one entry. Bring in your ornament by Sunday, December 15th to be considered. Ornaments cannot be made out of materials that would attract bugs.
Votes will be cast by you, our community! Maximum one vote per person per day after checking out books from December 16 to January 5, 2020. Winners will be contacted by January 10th.
Winners will be selected for the most creative ornaments made by:
Adult (Ages 18+)
Teen (Ages 12-17)
Youth (Ages 5-11)
Mahalo to our Friends of the Kaimuki Library for generously sponsoring this program!
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.
Throughout the Department of Education Winter Break, children are invited to make self-guided crafts in the Edna Allyn Room for Children. A variety of crafts will be available at the Children’s Help Desk during the library’s regular hours of operation throughout the break. Suitable for children 10 and under, call the Edna Allyn Room for Children at 586-3510 for more details.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change. For a list of upcoming library events, visit www.librarieshawaii.org/events.
Join our LEGO Wall community! Children, teens and families are encouraged to imagine, create, share and build with thousands of LEGO pieces and figurines. This free, open, community build takes place on:
Mondays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 2:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Fridays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Space is limited. Creations remain on our LEGO Wall for 1 month. New creations go up on the first day of the month that the library is open. Programs will not be held on State holidays.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.
Every Wednesday at the Honoka`a Public Library we bring out thousands of LEGOs and say, “Let’s go!“
Our LEGO Build Club challenges kids (and adults) of all ages to craft, create, and construct. Start off with one of our leveled challenge cards and stay for free play!
Challenge cards are organized by skill level and provide opportunities to work on problem solving and develop math and physics concepts, fine motor skills, inquiry skills, and hand-eye coordination. A challenge may be as simple as “build something with only four legos” or “build something that starts with the letter B” but may be as complex as “build a challenging maze and ask someone to solve it with a mini action figure – don’t forget dead ends!”
Recommended for ages 3 and up! Always free.
All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days before the program date.
If you’re a great LEGO builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. LEGOs will be provided by the Library.
No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
Children are advised to leave their personal LEGOs at home.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change. For a list of upcoming library events, visit www.libraries.org/events
Join our LEGO Wall community! Children, teens and families are encouraged to imagine, create, share and build with thousands of LEGO pieces and figurines. This free, open, community build takes place on:
Mondays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 2:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Fridays – 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.
Space is limited. Creations remain on our LEGO Wall for 1 month. New creations go up on the first day of the month that the library is open. Programs will not be held on State holidays.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.
Children (2-5 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.
Preschool Story Time is typically scheduled for the first three Thursdays of each month, August through April.
Preschool Story Time is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.).
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date.We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change. For a list of upcoming library events, visit www.librarieshawaii.org/events
Bring your child to our story hour. We will read books and make a craft. Program is suitable for children ages 0 to 6 years old.
If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.