Waipahu Public Library

Address

94-275 Mokuola St, Waipahu, HI 96797, United States
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TEL: 808-675-0358

Waipahu Public Library

About

Welcome to the Waipahu Public Library! Library services in Waipahu began as early as 1952 with a library on Farrington Highway. Our current library opened at a new facility located next to the Waipahu Civic Center on Mar. 18, 1996. Designed by Mitsunaga and Associates, our library features Oahu’s only drive-thru window and exclusive reading room for teens.

The Library’s drive-thru window conveniently allows patrons to pick up holds and return books. The entrance to the drive-thru window is located on Mokuola Street.

There are 10 free parking spots in front of the library, which have meters. The non metered parking spots have a pay station in the Waipahu Civic Center. Parking is FREE on Saturdays.

 

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Upcoming events at this branch

Introduction to Roblox Studio Game Buidling
roblox studio

Want to learn how to build games in Roblox studio? An instructor will provide a  4–5-hour crash course on how to build games in Roblox studio. This program is suitable for middle to high school students. Pre-registration for program and Roblox and E-Sports account required. Attendees can also bring their own laptop with Roblox Studio and game already pre loaded, but must still pre-register.  Please call 808-675-0358 for more information.

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

Storytime (Alternating Saturdays)
WaipahuStorytime

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver at all times. Each half hour story time will be followed by a simple craft. Puzzle time will be on alternate Saturdays accompanied by a craft. Program is free!

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.

Library Pen Pals

Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting pen pals from 11 to 16 years old from Hawaii State Public Library System (Oahu), to Pierce County Library System located in Washington State. The letters are handwritten instead of typed out and dropped off or picked up at Waipahu Public Library (one letter per month). 

Please pick up your welcome kits with our Children’s librarian at the Reference desk. Packs are limited (10). 

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

 

Library Pen Pals

Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting pen pals from 11 to 16 years old from Hawaii State Public Library System (Oahu), to Pierce County Library System located in Washington State. The letters are handwritten instead of typed out and dropped off or picked up at Waipahu Public Library (one letter per month). 

Please pick up your welcome kits with our Children’s librarian at the Reference desk. Packs are limited (10). 

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

 

Storytime (Alternating Saturdays)
WaipahuStorytime

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver at all times. Each half hour story time will be followed by a simple craft. Puzzle time will be on alternate Saturdays accompanied by a craft. Program is free!

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.

Library Pen Pals

Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting pen pals from 11 to 16 years old from Hawaii State Public Library System (Oahu), to Pierce County Library System located in Washington State. The letters are handwritten instead of typed out and dropped off or picked up at Waipahu Public Library (one letter per month). 

Please pick up your welcome kits with our Children’s librarian at the Reference desk. Packs are limited (10). 

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

 

Crafts and Puzzles (Alternating Saturdays)
crafts

Enjoy crafts and puzzles! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver at all times. Program is free!

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.

Library Pen Pals

Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting pen pals from 11 to 16 years old from Hawaii State Public Library System (Oahu), to Pierce County Library System located in Washington State. The letters are handwritten instead of typed out and dropped off or picked up at Waipahu Public Library (one letter per month). 

Please pick up your welcome kits with our Children’s librarian at the Reference desk. Packs are limited (10). 

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

 

Storytime (Alternating Saturdays)
WaipahuStorytime

Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and fun! Every other Saturday at 10:30 am. Recommended for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver at all times. Each half hour story time will be followed by a simple craft. Puzzle time will be on alternate Saturdays accompanied by a craft. Program is free!

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.

Library Pen Pals

Waipahu Public Library is embracing snail mail from March to June 2026 and bringing back the art of letter writing. Our newest program is connecting pen pals from 11 to 16 years old from Hawaii State Public Library System (Oahu), to Pierce County Library System located in Washington State. The letters are handwritten instead of typed out and dropped off or picked up at Waipahu Public Library (one letter per month). 

Please pick up your welcome kits with our Children’s librarian at the Reference desk. Packs are limited (10). 

All programs are subject to change.  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. 

 

Hours

Date Time
Monday CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 10
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 7
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 8
Magazines 3
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

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ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

ALERT | The ʻAiea Public Library parking lot and access stairs from Hakina street will be closed beginning January 17 due to an unforeseen electrical issue. The Library will be open with parking on the street available. We apologize for the inconvenience as we work to resolve the issue.