Hawaiʻi Kai Public Library

Address

249 Lunalilo Home Rd, Honolulu, HI 96825, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-397-5833

Photo of Hawaii Kai branch building

About

Welcome to the Hawaiʻi Kai Public Library! Designed by architect Harold T. Kurisu, our library opened on Dec. 1, 1973. For nearly 30 years, Hawaiʻi Kai Lions and Nagoya Lions provide unique support – monetary donations and cultural artifacts from Japan. On Aug. 22, 2013, the Friends of Hawaiʻi Kai Public Library opened the new Hawaiʻi Kai community book store.


Upcoming events at this branch

The Fairy Grandmother, Susie Roth

Get ready for a “fairy” good time!  Join us for stories, magic, and fun with Susie Roth.

This program is suitable for preschool – age 8.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library.


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.

Chicken reading to chicks

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.


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.

Magic Ron caricature

Magic Ron combines fun magic tricks with comedy, audience participation, and STEAM principles to answer the question, “What is magic?”

This program is suitable for preschool and up.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaiʻi Kai Public Library.


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.

Storyteller Dave Del Rocco

Come and hear folk tales shared by storyteller Dave Del Rocco.

This program is suitable for preschool and up.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  This program is produced by the UH Manoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library.


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.

Chris Da Clown

Balloon Storytelling turns library storytime into an unforgettable adventure!  To wrap up the fun, Chris Da Clown will pass out a special balloon to each child.

This program is suitable for all ages.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library.


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.

Allegro Keiki logo

Live instrumental music experience for young children and their caregivers.  The interactive program blends familiar tunes with new musical discoveries, movement, and hands-on engagement to spark joy and curiosity in little listeners.

Performed by members of Oahu’s Kai String Quartet—professional musicians and parents who also perform with the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and other local performing arts and educational organizations.

This program is suitable for all ages.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library.


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.

Chicken reading to chicks

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.


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.

Storyteller Janine Oshiro with her story skirt

Janine Oshiro will share Old Seeds, New Growth:  Stories About Trees, Seeds, and Growing Strong.

This program is suitable for toddlers and up.  Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.  This program is produced by the UH Manoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Hawaii Kai Public Library.


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.

Chicken reading to chicks

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.


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.

Chicken reading to chicks

Join us for stories, fingerplays, and songs.  This 30-minute storytime is suitable for ages 2 to 5.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.


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 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 21
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 10
Magazines 52
Newspapers 5
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026. Most libraries will be closed Friday, July 3; however, ʻAiea, ʻĀina Haina, Hanapēpē, Hawai‘i Kai, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, Liliha, Makawao, McCully-Mōʻiliʻili, Princeville, Thelma Parker, Wahiawā, Waialua, Waimānalo, Waikīkī-Kapahulu, and Waipahu will be open July 3 and closed Saturday, July 4.

ALERT #1 | Access to the Scholastic BookFlix electronic resource will be discontinued effective May 21, 2026.

ALERT | All public libraries will be closed in state observance of King Kamehameha Day on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

ALERT #2 | In observance of Memorial Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25, 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 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.