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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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For more information, call the Waipahu Public Library at (808) 675-0358.
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Upcoming events at this branch
- February 28, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- March 2, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Categories: Community, Learning, Writing
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- March 7, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- March 9, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Categories: Community, Learning, Writing
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- March 14, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- March 21, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games
- Contact: 808-675-0358
Waipahu Library will be celebrating it’s 30th Anniversary on Saturday March 21st, 2026.
Opening ceremonies from 10:00am-10:45am will include speeches from government officials followed by a demonstration from Tobosa School of Kali Escrima Filipino Martial Arts.
Then from 11:30-1:30pm, we will have 4 (30 minute) sessions featuring Strolling Magic by Alan Arita, Balloon Twisting, Face Painting and crafts.
Session 1: 11:30am-12:00pm
Session 2: 12:00pm-12:30pm
Session 3: 12:30pm-1:00pm
Session 4: 1:00pm-1:30pm
Families may attend ONE (1) session during these time periods. Each FREE session includes the hilarious, interactive, and close up magic of Alan Arita, balloon twisting, face painting, crafts, games, and prize drawings!
For more information contact Waipahu Library at 808-675-0358.
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.
- March 28, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- April 4, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- April 11, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
- April 18, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Books, Community, Learning, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-675-0358
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.
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 |
