Kaimukī Public Library

Address

1041 Koko Head Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-733-8422

Photo of Kaimuki branch building

About

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.

Upcoming events at this branch

Family Storytime
kids reading a giant book

Join us 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.

 

Read to a Therapy Dog!
Therapy dog with black fur.

Want to get better at reading?  Are you an animal lover?  Why not practice your reading skills by reading aloud to Nugget, a therapy dog from Pet Partners, a national organization that has helped to evaluate and support therapy animal teams since 1977.  This is a great opportunity for beginning readers to practice their reading skills with a totally non-judgmental listener.

Did you know reading to dogs can boost your reading skills in children as well as help with emotional and social skills!?

This program is open to people of all ages.  Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult or caregiver.  As spaces are limited, registration is required as it will be based on a first come first served basis on the day of the program. Call (808)733-8422 or stop by the library to sign up for the program.  On the day of the program a sign up sheet for 5-10 minutes will be made available prior to the start of the program at the Adult Reference Desk.

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.

Coral bleaching: Why do corals lose their color?
Presenter Dianne Deauna
Why do corals lose their colors?
Have you ever wondered why some corals are less colorful than others? Join us this Sunday, December 14th from 3-4pm at the Kaimuki Public Library for a discussion on what are some of the factors causing our corals to lose their bright colors. There will be a hands-on demo with coral pieces, as well as one where you get to experience being a coral yourself ☺️ This activity is geared towards keiki so please feel free to bring your family along for an fun, informative session!
Pre-registration for this program is advised. Please contact the Kaimukī Public Library at (808)733-8422 or come in-person at the Adult Reference Desk to register. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. 
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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.
Ocean Sounds: Nā leo o ka moana
NOAA image of ocean sounds.

The ocean is speaking! What does it say? Join Eliza Taylor, an underwater acoustics researcher from UH Mānoa, on an adventure to explore the amazing sounds of the ocean. What can sound teach us about whales, dolphins and the mysteries of the deep sea? How do scientists listen to the ocean? And is it possible to see sound? Through real
recordings and interactive activities, you’ll uncover a hidden
world of voices that exists beneath the surface. Come listen,
and discover what the ocean has to say!

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.

Image courtesy of NOAA.

Vision Board Party
vision board with post it notes ripped paper and floral decorations

Out with the old, in with the new – envision what you want the next year of your life to look like at a Vision Board Party!

Put your manifestations to paper and visually plan your personal, professional, and academic goals. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Feel free to bring a dish to share as well.

This program will take place in Kaimukī Public Library’s Meeting Room and is for ages 13-17.

Due to the limited space, pre-registration for this program is advised and registration is limited to 20 participants. Please contact the Kaimukī Public Library at (808) 733–8422 or come in–person at the Reference Desk to register.

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.

Kanikapila Fridays!
Musician Playing Ukulele Guitar

Come on down and join us for Kanikapila Friday on the last Friday of each month from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in our Library meeting Room!  We’ll be jamming to some great songs sourced from our Public Library Resources, although song recommendations will also be considered.  Players of all skill levels are also welcome, and you may either use an ʻukulele provided by the library  (subject to availability) or bring your own instrument along.

This event is suitable for anyone ages 10 and up.  Children must be accompanied by a parent of guardian.  Registration is recommended. We do recommend signing up in advance, so feel free to register at the Reference Desk or give us a call at (808) 733-8422. We can’t wait to see 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.

Christmas Sing-Along
sing for your life group singing christmas songs

Come celebrate the holidays with a joyous, Christmas Kids Sing-Along featuring the fabulous local group, Sing For Your Life. Including all-time holiday favorites such as “Jingle Bells,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” and “Deck the Halls,” this festive program is sure to be hit for the whole family.

Sing For Your Life, whose mission is to uplift, inspire, promote friendship, and strengthen the community has been bringing sing-along entertainment to Oahu since 2016. Bring your family, friends and loved ones, and come sing your holiday heart out with Sing For Your Life!

This special performance will take place in lieu of our regular Storytime, and will occur in the Adult Reading Room. Family Storytime will resume on December 28th at 10:30am in the Children’s Area.

Holiday Music with the Ladies of Na Leo Lani Chorus
Na Leo Lani Chorus

Location: Adult Reading Room

Come celebrate the beauty of the season with the ladies of Na Leo Lani Chorus! Featuring a mix of Yuletide favorites and merry mele, this winter concert will fill you with the joy and warmth of the holiday spirit.  Open to all ages! 

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.

Family Storytime
kids reading a giant book

Join us 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.

 

Sunday Afternoon at the Movies: Back to the Future Part III – 40th Anniversary Celebration
Back to the Future Part 3 Movie Poster

Location: Meeting Room

Great Scott! Has it been 40 years already? Come and celebrate this milestone of the classic ’80s movie Back to the Future starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd and Lea Thompson with Part III of the Back to the Future series.

Doc Brown has decided to live in the Old West of the 1880’s. But when he’s in danger of meeting an untimely end, Marty travels back into the past to rescue him. There’s just one problem: Doc is so smitten by a schoolteacher that he’s become distracted. Now, it’s up to Marty to keep Doc out of trouble, get the DeLorean running, and put the past, present and future on track so they can all get back to where and when they belong.

This movie is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association. Contains mild action and some language, as well as suspenseful scenes. Parental guidance is suggested. Young children need to be accompanied by either a parent or legal guardian. 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.

Hours

Date Time
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

Access

Parking spots 44
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

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

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