Kahuku Public and School Library

Address

56-490 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731
Directions

TEL: 808-293-8935

Front entrance of the Kahuku Public & School Library

About

Welcome to the Kahuku Public & School Library! Designed by architect Dennis Toyomura, our library opened on Nov. 25, 1968 on Kahuku High and Intermediate School campus on O‘ahu’s North Shore. Our library serves students, faculty, residents of Kahuku, Ka‘a‘awa, Lā‘ie, Hau‘ula, Sunset Beach, and “snowbirds” during winter. There is a real sense of community at our library where some patrons have come “full-circle.”

Battle of the books logoKo‘olauloa Battle of the Books

Learn more about the Ko‘olauloa Battle of the Books program.

Upcoming events at this branch

Beginner Line Dancing with Robbie Snyder
Photo of 3 pairs of dancing boots

Come learn beginner line dances with us! Our seasoned instructor will walk through the dances slowly and give careful instruction. Pop in for a fun night of books, boots, and laughter.

Robbie (they/them) works on eradicating little fire ants and coqui frogs by day. By night, they love line dancing with the LGBTQ+ friendly group Blazing Saddles. Robbie has boot scooted and boogied from Maine to Iowa and from Colorado to California. They can’t wait to share some of their favorite beginner line dances with you!

No experience necessary, all levels 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. 

Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin
Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin

Community member and educator, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music.

Attendees will learn about this ancient relaxing and strengthening art form by following along with the introductory exercises to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual health benefits of Tai-Chi.

30 minute sessions to be held outside, behind the 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.

Kūpuna Hour – Games and Talk Story
Words for KUPUNA HOUR with yellow flower background

Kūpuna of Koʻolauloa are warmly invited to join our twice-monthly Game & Talk Story Gathering.

We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of most months at 10:00 a.m. for fun, conversation, and brain-boosting activities.

Our first Talk Story session will feature special guests from Kahuku Medical Center, who will share a brief health-related presentation and activity.

Please note: In November and December, we will meet only on November 12 and December 10 due to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

Enjoy brain games, fellowship, and good times that help keep your mind active and spirits high.

Come join the fun!

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.

Pre-K Storytime and Open Play
Whimsical storybook illustration showing a friendly green dragon rising from an open book, surrounded by sparkling stars, clouds, flowers, butterflies, colorful hills, and a dreamy fantasy landscape

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive fun at the library. Storytime is designed for keiki ages 0–5 and their caregivers, and encourages a love of books, language, and early literacy through reading, songs, and playful activities. Older siblings are welcome.

After storytime, stay for open playtime, when keiki can play and socialize together. Toys provided.

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.

Battle of the Books Coaches Meeting #2
Battle of the Books logo, A shield with a book in the middle saying "Battle of the Books", a crown, and two swords crossing behind the shield

Calling all coaches!

Please attend the second meeting for updates about the 2026-2027 Battle of the Books program.

Coaches Book bundles will be available for check-out (limit 2 per division per school).

Family friendly movie will play in the general library area for coaches coming with keiki.

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.

Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin
Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin

Community member and educator, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music.

Attendees will learn about this ancient relaxing and strengthening art form by following along with the introductory exercises to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual health benefits of Tai-Chi.

30 minute sessions to be held outside, behind the 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.

ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi for Kūpuna with Kumu Gigi and La’a of Ke Ola Mamo
Hawaiian woman with lei and green dress

Join us on the FIRST and THIRD Thursdays for Kūpuna Hour as we partner with Ke Ola Mamo to provide ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi: Hawaiian Language lessons and other Hawaiian cultural activities led by Kumu Gigi “Virginia” Takaki and her daughter La’amea.

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“Aloha Mai Kakou O ʻAnakē Gigi keia, Hula, ‘Ōlelo, ‘Oli, Himeni (Mele)”

Aunty Gigi is a musical force to be reckoned with, specializing in Traditional Hawaiian, Polynesian and island contemporary music. When she’s not strumming her ‘ukulele, guitar, upright bass or electric bass, you’ll find her as a Traditional Hawaiian Cultural Practitioner for Ke Ola Mamo, a Non-Profit Health and Wellness Organization. Aunty Gigi has traveled the world sharing her music and makes it her mission to mentor the next generation in the music industry while sharing the Aloha Spirit wherever she goes.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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.

Pre-K Storytime and Open Play
Whimsical storybook illustration showing a friendly green dragon rising from an open book, surrounded by sparkling stars, clouds, flowers, butterflies, colorful hills, and a dreamy fantasy landscape

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive fun at the library. Storytime is designed for keiki ages 0–5 and their caregivers, and encourages a love of books, language, and early literacy through reading, songs, and playful activities. Older siblings are welcome.

After storytime, stay for open playtime, when keiki can play and socialize together. Toys provided.

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.

Check out this Holiday Classic before KHIS Play
Disney scene with Ebenezer Scrooge flying in front of a large moon

Before the Kahuku High and Intermediate School winter play, we will screen the holiday favorite Disney’s A Christmas Carol (PG). Runtime: 96 min.

This adaptation of Charles Dickens’ holiday classic features Jim Carrey in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, as well as the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future. The miser is paid a visit by each so that he may learn the value of holiday spirit before it’s too late.

Come and enjoy some popcorn and soak in some holiday cheer. Snacks provided on a first come, first serve basis.

All films are screened courtesy of the Swank Movie License. All ages 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.

Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin
Young Me Tai Chi with Mike Lin

Community member and educator, Mike Lin will lead YOUNG ME TAI CHI forms with music.

Attendees will learn about this ancient relaxing and strengthening art form by following along with the introductory exercises to experience the physical, mental, and spiritual health benefits of Tai-Chi.

30 minute sessions to be held outside, behind the 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.

Hours

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

Access

Parking spots 8
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 11
Magazines 0
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes Yes
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

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