Hawai‘i State Public Library System Launches New Service: Library Take Out
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The Hawai‘i State Public Library System is pleased to announce the statewide launch of Library Take Out. Starting Tuesday, May 26th, library patrons may now schedule a Library Take Out appointment time to pick up their hold item(s) at their favorite library.

 Here’s how it works:

  1. Patrons go to HSPLS Library Catalog and place a hold on any item(s) they want to borrow, or they may call their favorite library branch to place a hold with our staff.

  2. After receiving a notice that their item(s) are ready for pick up, patrons can schedule a Library Take Out time at picktime.com/hspls.

For patrons who placed their holds during the closure, their item(s) are ready for pick up after the patron schedules a Library Take Out appointment time to pick up their item(s).  

 Library Take Out service is not available at the following libraries: Liliha, McCully, Pearl City and the Hawai‘i State Library.  No book donations will be accepted at this time.

 Although our buildings remain closed to the public for now, we are excited to offer Library Take Out as a convenient and safe way to access library books and materials.  We appreciate the public’s patience as we continue to phase in our library services for the community.

 For more information, please visit our website at librarieshawaii.org.

 

Paul Brewer
Library Closed Through March 31

In response to recent guidance around social distancing issued by the Centers for Disease Control and the State Department of Health, the Hawaii State Public Library System has made the difficult decision to close all public library locations for public access effective March 18 – 31, 2020. Bookmobile services will also be suspended. During these uncertain times, the Hawaii State Public Library System thanks the public for their support and patience as we continue to evaluate and adjust our operations because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of our communities is our top priority. For more information, click here.

Paul Brewer
REMINDER: RENEW YOUR FRIENDS SUPPORT FOR 2019
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March 1, 2019

Aloha Friend of the North Shore Library,

It’s that time to show your support for our Library! Please renew your membership with Friends of the North Shore Library for 2019. The Library needs volunteers. Mark your interest by following the link below or stop by the Library and talk to Kat (our amazing Branch Librarian) about supporting the library with your time.

Don’t miss these upcoming events in March:

Every Tuesday in March, 10am Toddler Time Exception: The library will be closed on Tuesday, March 26 in observance of Prince Kūhiō Day

Every Thursday in March, 10:30am Keiki Storytime Special Guest March 21: Kīlauea Point Junior Ranger Storytime

Saturday, March 2, 10am* - 4pm Friends of the Library Book Sale. Sale begins at 9am for Friends' members. Renew or sign up at the door!

Wednesday, March 6, 5pm Friends' Lecture Series: A Journey to the Southern Ocean with Elise Lockton

Wednesday, March 20, 2pm: Mandala Drawing Session Stay tuned for more details!

Wednesday, March 20, 5pm Friends' Lecture Series: The Life & Legacy of Prince Kūhiō

Click here to support today.


Paul Brewer
Princeville Library Book Sale: Saturday March 2, 2019
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Saturday March 2, 2019:  10:00* am – 4:00 pm
Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, HI 96722

*Sale starts at 9am for Friends of the North Shore Library members. Applications are available at the Library or join at the Sale.

Over 10,000 books, DVDs & CDs!  All children may select one free book. After 2:00 pm, EVERYTHING IS HALF PRICE! For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit the Friends on Facebook or on the web at www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville and by the Princeville Public Library.  Donations of books in good condition are always appreciated and may be brought to the Library desk whenever the Library is open.

Calling all Schools and non-profit facilities - Books AvailableFREE!  Right after each quarterly sale, we remove over a thousand books, DVDs and CDs from our shelves to make room for new arrivals.  These items are availablefree to Kauai's public and public charter schools (or school volunteers), public libraries and non-profit organizations such as care facilities, thrift stores, correctional facilities, food banks, etc.

Paul Brewer
Announcing our Next QUARTERLY USED BOOK SALE
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Saturday December 1, 2018:  10:00* am – 4:00 pm.  

*Sale starts at 9am for Friends of the North Shore Library members. Applications are available at the Library or join at the Sale.

Over 10,000 books, DVDs & CDs!  All children may select one free book. After 2:00 pm, EVERYTHING IS HALF PRICE! For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit the Friends on Facebook or on the web at www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville and by the Princeville Public Library.  Donations of books in good condition are always appreciated and may be brought to the Library desk whenever the Library is open.

Calling all Schools and non-profit facilities - BooksAvailableFREE!  Right after each quarterlysale, we remove over a thousand books, DVDs and CDs from our shelves to make room for new arrivals.  These items areavailablefreeto Kauai's public and public charter schools (or school volunteers), public libraries and non-profit organizations such as care facilities, thrift stores, correctional facilities, food banks, etc.

Paul Brewer
Quarterly Used Book Sale: September 8, 10 AM - 4 PM
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Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, HI 96722

*Sale starts at 9am for Friends of the North Shore Library members. Applications are available at the Library or join at the Sale.

Over 10,000 books, DVDs & CDs!  All children may select one free book. After 2:00 pm, EVERYTHING IS HALF PRICE! For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit the Friends on Facebook or on the web at www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville and by the Princeville Public Library.  Donations of books in good condition are always appreciated and may be brought to the Library desk whenever the Library is open.

Calling all Schools and non-profit facilities - Books Available FREE!  Right after each quarterly sale, we remove over a thousand books, DVDs and CDs from our shelves to make room for new arrivals.  These items are available free to Kauai's public and public charter schools (or school volunteers), public libraries and non-profit organizations such as care facilities, thrift stores, correctional facilities, food banks, etc.

 

Paul Brewer
Summer Reading Program June 2nd -July 14th!
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“SRP” challenges patrons to track how many minutes they are reading! Participates receive prizes, plus entry into drawings to support our local businesses!  Join us Saturday to sign up and kick off SRP!

Volunteers Needed:

The Library needs your help to make this program a success!  We are looking for volunteers to assist with patron sign up and prize distribution. Sign up for 1 or 2 hour shifts on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and/or Saturday 8-5 and Wednesdays 12-7

Stop by the library, or email msthomas1@ymail.com

Who would enjoy this volunteer opportunity?  Anyone who loves talking about books and getting patrons involved in library programs!

 

Paul Brewer
Join Us: Olelo Hawai`i? – Do you Speak Hawaiian?
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Many people know that Aloha is a Hawaiian greeting, but fewer people know much about the Hawaiian Language beyond that greeting.

Tonightʻs presenter, Ms. Puamelia Pramuka,  has been studing the Hawaiian Language for over five years, and  is very knowledgeable about Hawaiiʻs History & Culture. 

In tonightʻs speaker program  you will learn about the history of the Hawaiian Language, learn about itʻs alphabet, and how to pronounce the letters of the alphabet.  You will also learn some common phrases, the Hawaiian names of the Kauaiʻs beaches and mountains.  And, perhaps you will also be able to learn a  short chant.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018
5:00-6:30 PM
Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive

 

 

Paul Brewer
QUARTERLY USED BOOK SALE SET FOR JUNE 2
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Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville Announces it's next Used Book Sale:

Saturday June 2, 2018:  10:00* am – 4:00 pm. 

Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, HI 96722

*Sale starts at 9am for Friends of the North Shore Library members. Applications are available at the Library or join at the Sale.

Over 10,000 books, DVDs & CDs!  All children may select one free book. After 2:00 pm, EVERYTHING IS HALF PRICE! For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit the Friends on Facebook or on the web at www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville and by the Princeville Public Library.  Donations of books in good condition are always appreciated and may be brought to the Library desk whenever the Library is open.

Calling all Schools and non-profit facilities - Books Available FREE!  Right after each quarterly sale, we remove over a thousand books, DVDs and CDs from our shelves to make room for new arrivals.  These items are available free to Kauai's public and public charter schools (or school volunteers), public libraries and non-profit organizations such as care facilities, thrift stores, correctional facilities, food banks, etc.

 

Paul Brewer
Support in Response to the Recent Storm Damage
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The North Shore of Kauai needs your donations! The North Shore Library at Princeville is offering a variety of support in response to the recent flood damage on Kauai, and also asking for the public's support as the recovery effort continues. 

 

  1. There will be a donation bin at the Princeville Public Library for school supplies and books. These supplies will be sent to Aloha School. They need everything except for crayons... preschool-level small hardcover books and the big story books are the keiki’s favorites, but anything preschool appropriate is appreciated. Since the entire school was flooded, office supplies may also be useful.  They also have a list of other needed items here
  2. Hanalei Elementary is accepting monetary donations. 
  3. The library is waiving fines for storm-damaged books and overdue items.
  4. The library is replacing any library cards lost in the flood for free.
  5. The library is offering free, 24/7 open-access WiFi. The WiFi is called HSPLS_Storm.
  6.  The library is also accepting donations of keiki books, games, puzzles and craft supplies to send up to the kids still in Wainiha and Haena.

Thank you for your support.

Paul Brewer