‘Aiea Public Library

ʻAiea Public Library Parking Lot Temporarily Closed
Due to an unforeseen electrical issue, the ʻAiea Public Library parking lot and the access stairs from Hakina Street will be closed beginning January 17 until the issue is resolved. Our facilities staff is working as quickly as possible. We appreciate the patience of our community as we work to remedy the situation.

While the parking lot will be closed, the library will be open to the public with street parking available.

Address

99-374 Pohai Place, Aiea, HI 96701, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-483-7333

Photo of Aiea branch building

About

The ‘Aiea Public Library is an authorized Passport Acceptance Facility. Learn about passport processing hours and requirements.

Welcome to the ‘Aiea Public Library! Designed by architect Glenn Miura of CDS International and built on the site of the former ‘Aiea Sugar Mill, our library opened on July 19, 2014. Our $10.4 million library replaces the original library building at 99-143 Moanalua Road. It includes features to reduce electricity costs such as a high-efficiency air-conditioning system and photovoltaic solar panels. In August 2014, ‘Aiea Public Library was awarded the coveted Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification.


Upcoming events at this branch

four children sitting on the floor, a librarian reading ABC, 123 to them from a book

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, and sing a few songs. Take home a craft. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Best for an audience of children ages 3—5

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

 

dragon standing on a cliff facing a person with the sun on the horizon

Aiea’s monthly movie nights resume in January with How to Train Your Dragon, the live-action version from 2025.

Here’s a description of the story: A misfit Viking teen befriends a dragon, despite his tribe’s tradition of dragon slaying. This movie is 125 minutes long and is rated PG.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Three examples of sashiko stitching in 3 different flower patterns

Learn about sashiko, a Japanese hand-stitching technique, from master quilter Joan Masaki of the Hawaii Quilt Guild, and create a simple design to be included in a community quilt we will display in the library. No experience needed.

Space is limited. Registration required. Call 808-483-7333.

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.

Three examples of sashiko stitching in 3 different flower patterns

If you can’t make it to the Saturday session, this is another chance to participate. Learn about sashiko, a Japanese hand-stitching technique, from master quilter Joan Masaki of the Hawaii Quilt Guild, and create a simple design to be included in a community quilt we will display in the library. No experience needed.

Space is limited. Registration required. Call 808-483-7333.

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.

four children sitting on the floor, a librarian reading ABC, 123 to them from a book

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, and sing a few songs. Take home a craft. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Best for an audience of children ages 3—5

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

 

Red background with yellow lanterns and quince blossoms. Foreground a 5 by 5 grid of bingo words

Feeling lucky in the New Year?

Play a seasonal BINGO at the Library with to welcome in the year of the Fire Horse. You can win snacks. This has limited space so please call or stop by the Information Desk to reserve your seat.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

puzzle time

Join us for puzzle time in the Children’s Section. This program is suitable for Toddlers-K. Come to play, build motor skills, and meet friends. Each week will have an Every Child Ready to Read (ECRR) tip of the day to keep in mind while playing.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Colorful cartoon kids jumping

Need to get some wiggles and loud voices out? We’ll have a dance-break for Music and Movement at 10:00—10:15 in the meeting room.

Don’t need a break? Puzzles and activities will be out from 9-11 am. It’s all about play, building motor skills, and meeting friends old and new. This program is suitable for toddlers+.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

four children sitting on the floor, a librarian reading ABC, 123 to them from a book

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, and sing a few songs. Take home a take-away craft. Space is limited to 20 children and their accompanying adult, all children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Best for an audience of children ages 3—5 but all are welcome

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

four children sitting on the floor, a librarian reading ABC, 123 to them from a book

Celebrate the importance of early literacy and come together to nurture pre-reading skills in your child. Listen to a few stories, enjoy a  magnet activity, and sing a few songs. Take home a craft. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Best for an audience of children ages 3—5

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

 

Hours

Date Time
Monday CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 49
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 15
Magazines 33
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes Yes
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

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.