A Blind Date with a Book is a hand wrapped book, carefully curated from a wide range of popular genres that is tagged with intriguing clues about the book inside. Each book is an opportunity to fall in love with a surprise book.
Select a Young Adult or Adult Fiction title from our Blind Date with a Book Display.Check it out, take it home, and unwrap it. Read it! Fill out a Rate your Date form and return it to the circulation desk to be entered in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon gift card, a $10 Amazon gift card or a Free Library DVD Rental.
Don’t judge a book by its cover and check one out today
All entry forms must be turned in by February 29, 2020.
Program is subject to change. Contact the library 15 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter, or if special accommodations are needed.
!! Ongoing Enrollment !!
This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters Kindergarten. One of the best ways to encourage learning is to spend time sharing books every day. Reading together helps develop important pre-reading skills that provide a solid reading foundation – a key to school and learning success. Plus, sharing stories together is fun!
Stop by Aiea Public Library to enroll and pick up your reading log folder. Return to the branch after each hundred books read for a sticker and your next recording sheet. Happy Reading!
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.
!! Ongoing Enrollment !!
This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters Kindergarten. One of the best ways to encourage learning is to spend time sharing books every day. Reading together helps develop important pre-reading skills that provide a solid reading foundation – a key to school and learning success. Plus, sharing stories together is fun!
Stop by Aiea Public Library to enroll and pick up your reading log folder. Return to the branch after each hundred books read for a sticker and your next recording sheet. Happy Reading!
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.
Are you in grades 4, 5, or 6? Are you looking for a good book to consume? If the answer is yes, “Nēnē NOMS” are for you!
The 2020 Nēnē Award Nominee list has 30 great choices in fiction with a new category that includes 5 graphic novels.
Get a reward for reading and reviewing books on the 2020 Nēnē Award Nominee list! When you complete a book you may choose one of 3 review types. The templates will be displayed on top of the current Nēnē Nominees.
If you create a “Box Book Review” it is worth 2 stamps. Bring your filled out review to the Information desk for verification because each stamp earns a little something sweet. When you complete a stamp card with 5 stamps you will earn a book! You may complete more than one card. No purchase or consideration necessary to participate.
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.
Come read to Sammy the Cocker Spaniel on Wednesdays after school, from 1:30-2:30 pm, Auntie Terri will be here to help too. Grades K-5. This “Tail Waggin Tutors” program encourages your child to read by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend to read to that won’t laugh at them if they make a mistake or stumble over a word.
Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
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
Enjoy reading aloud stories on the “topic of the month” along with music, crafts and a free book for each child attending. This Story Time will be held every 1st Wednesday of each month.
We gratefully acknowledge our volunteers who conduct this program and also provide live music.
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.
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! In January 2020, keiki 5-11 years old are invited to take on the Library BINGO Challenge.
Sign up for the Winter Reading Program to enter. Pick up a Library BINGO Challenge card in the Children’s Section beginning Thursday, January 2.
Score a BINGO (5 in a row!) and present your winning card to Ms. Jen by Saturday, February 1 to earn a ticket to the Ice Cream Party!
The Ice Cream Party will be held at the library on Saturday, February 8 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Those who earn a spot at the Ice Cream Party will also be entered into a mystery prize drawing, and must be present to win.
This program 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.
The Library would like to invite you to join us for storytime fun. We host storytime every Friday for keiki ages 2-5 and their caregivers. The program includes stories, songs, and crafts. Storytime has many benefits, such as helping brain development by increasing knowledge, vocabulary, imagination, and concentration.
Program is suitable for ages five and under. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.
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.
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime in the Edna Allyn Room for Children. This program is suitable for ages 3 and older. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
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