Welcome to the Kaimukī Public Library! Designed by local architect Shoso Kagawa, our library opened on June 17, 1965. Our busy regional library opens 6 days a week and is one of only 3 public libraries open on Sundays. In 2015, our library celebrated its 50th Anniversary.
Aloha pumehana kākou! We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way. This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure. No prior music experience needed, although for this program as it is a continuation of the previous Hawaiian language class, and therefore may be more difficult for those without prior Hawaiian language experience.
Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!
This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.
Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals.
E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!
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.
Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for coloring or a small craft. Best for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in the 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.
Aloha pumehana kākou! We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way. This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure. No prior music experience needed, although for this program as it is a continuation of the previous Hawaiian language class, and therefore may be more difficult for those without prior Hawaiian language experience.
Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!
This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.
Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals.
E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!
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.
Come on over and join the fun—play Hanafuda with your fellow community members! We’re excited to let you know that after a summer break, we’re back with this program. We have several Hanafuda decks available during the event, on a first-come, first-served basis, for anyone eager to play. It’s a great chance to meet new friends, challenge yourself, and just have a good time! If you’ve learned how to play Hanafuda from Helen Nakano and her Sensei, now’s your moment to practice those skills in a friendly game.
This will be a relaxed, self-directed play session—no formal instructions will be provided. However, we’ll have instruction sheets available for those interested in learning more about this wonderful game. Everyone, no matter your experience level, is welcome to join! Just a quick note: young children should be accompanied by an adult. For more info, feel free to contact us at (808) 733-8422 or ask at the Kaimukī Public Library Adult Reference Desk. 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. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
Aloha pumehana kākou! We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way. This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure. No prior music experience needed, although for this program as it is a continuation of the previous Hawaiian language class, and therefore may be more difficult for those without prior Hawaiian language experience.
Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!
This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.
Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals.
E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!
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.
Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for coloring or a small craft. Best for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in the 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.
Location: Meeting Room
Enjoy the movie classic The Sound of Music all over again, but with an added twist: an audience sing-along! Mics won’t be provided but you can sing as loud, as soft or not at all, from the comfort of your seat! How fun is that? This enduring 1965 Best Picture Oscar winner, set in 1938 Austria, tells the tale of a young nun named Maria, who leaves the convent to become a governess to the Von Trapp family. Upon arriving at the home, Maria discovers that her new boss, the “Captain,” is cold and aloof, and his seven children are virtual automatons when he is around, and holy terrors when he is absent. Maria eventually ingratiates herself with the children and begins to fall for the Captain despite his upcoming wedding.
This movie has been rated G from the Motion Picture Association (MPA). It’s content is suitable for all ages, however children need to be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian(s). Mahalo to the Friends of Kaimuki Public Library for sponsoring this event.
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.
Aloha pumehana kākou! We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way. This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure. No prior music experience needed, although for this program as it is a continuation of the previous Hawaiian language class, and therefore may be more difficult for those without prior Hawaiian language experience.
Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!
This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.
Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals.
E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!
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.
Aloha pumehana kākou! We are continuing the Basic Hawaiian Language class for those interested in learning ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in a fun and engaging way. This class taught by Librarian Moki Renti Cruz will incorporate Hawaiian songs as a tool to help build vocabulary and understand sentence structure. No prior music experience needed, although for this program as it is a continuation of the previous Hawaiian language class, and therefore may be more difficult for those without prior Hawaiian language experience.
Did you know that before the Hawaiian language was first printed in the 1820s, it was passed down orally for generations? It’s a rich and beautiful tradition we are excited to share with you!
This class is recommended for youth ages 13 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
To register for this program please sign up at the Adult Reference Desk or give us a call at: (808)733-8422. For more information please contact our library at: (808)733-8422.
Please don’t wait to register, as we are limiting the class size to 20 individuals.
E ola mau ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi!
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.
Join Uncle Tim every Sunday morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime at Kaimuki Public Library. Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, bubbles, and time for coloring or a small craft. Best for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in the 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.
Date | Time |
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Monday | 10:00AM - 7:00PM |
Tuesday | 10:00AM - 7:00PM |
Wednesday | 10:00AM - 6:00PM |
Thursday | 10:00AM - 6:00PM |
Friday | 11:00AM - 4:00PM |
Saturday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
Sunday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Parking spots | 44 |
Parking fee | Free |
Handicap parking spots | 3 |
Book drop off | Yes |
Restrooms | Yes |
Computers | 20 |
Magazines | 63 |
Newspapers | 16 |
WiFi | Yes |
Friends' book store | Yes |
Free computer classes | Yes |
Meeting rooms | Yes |
Photocopying | Yes |
Test proctoring services | Yes |
ALERT | In holiday observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 15, 2025.
ALERT | In holiday observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed August 30 to September 1, 2025.
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ALERT | In holiday observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.