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

Monday Preschool Play Time
Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am.

For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, we’ll have a special storytime series called Farm to Keiki. Please join us!

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.

 

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. 

Literacy Games & Activities
Lakeshore Literacy Games for all ages.

Join us on Fridays, June 5th, June 12th, and June 19th for learning and play at our Literacy Game Series—open to all ages!

Families are invited to explore a wide variety of high‑quality literacy games and resources designed to make reading and learning fun.

Come play together, discover what’s available for in‑house use (with check‑outs coming this summer!), and enjoy an evening where fun and learning go hand in hand.

Don’t miss out—bring the whole family and let the games begin!

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.

Monday Preschool Play Time
Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am.

For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, we’ll have a special storytime series called Farm to Keiki. Please join us!

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.

 

The Snack Down
Illustration with a boxing ring, cookies, and chips.

Enjoy a snack-tastic time at the library. Together, we will try some different sweet and savory treats, then vote on which is the best of them all.

Suitable for all ages.

We anticipate high demand, so registration is required. Please ask a staff member for help. We will cap this program at 40 participants.

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.

 

“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.

Literacy Games & Activities
Lakeshore Literacy Games for all ages.

Join us on Fridays, June 5th, June 12th, and June 19th for learning and play at our Literacy Game Series—open to all ages!

Families are invited to explore a wide variety of high‑quality literacy games and resources designed to make reading and learning fun.

Come play together, discover what’s available for in‑house use (with check‑outs coming this summer!), and enjoy an evening where fun and learning go hand in hand.

Don’t miss out—bring the whole family and let the games begin!

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.

Monday Preschool Play Time
Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am.

For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, we’ll have a special storytime series called Farm to Keiki. Please join us!

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.

 

Rebecca J. Carlson Workshop – “Your Story, Write Now”
Books on table with short swords and blue bottle

Your Story, Write Now!

Join local author Rebecca J. Carlson for a one-hour writing workshop that will help you take your ideas and spin them into story gold. This fun & interactive session will be geared for ages 8 and up. Bring a notebook and a pen and be ready to start writing your story, write now!

Rebecca J. Carlson is the author of the Barley and Rye series, the first book of which was on this year’s reading list for the Ko’olauloa Battle of the Books. She lives in Laie where she enjoys snorkeling, canoeing, hiking, and of course reading and writing!

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.

Monday Preschool Play Time
Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Please join us for weekly, preschool programming on Monday mornings at 10am.

For the month of June, we will only have Play Time. In July, we’ll have a special storytime series called Farm to Keiki. Please join us!

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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