Nanakuli Public Library

Address

89-070 Farrington Highway, Waianae, HI 96792, United States
808-668-5844
Nanakuli Public Library

About

Welcome to the Nānākuli Public Library! The new Nānākuli Public Library is located at 89-070 Farrington Highway on a 3-acre site next to Nānāikapono Elementary School. Designed by architect Glenn Miura of CDS International, the library serves the communities of Nānākuli and Māili and features a Hawaiian village theme with meeting rooms and a separate outdoor program area. The new library officially opened its doors on April 14, 2018.

Learn more about the history behind the creation and construction of our newest branch.


Upcoming events at this branch

perler beads with tools

Join us in making Perler bead crafts. Each month, we’ll explore a new theme and pattern, allowing you to create your unique work of art using Perler beads. These small, heat-fusible beads are perfect for sparking creativity and improving fine motor skills in children. Bring your imagination, and let’s craft together!

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.

A female adult reading to children

Keiki and their ʻohana are invited to join us for our weekly storytime. During storytime, we’ll dive into captivating books, sing songs, dance, and enjoy literacy-based activities. Storytime will end with a make and take craft. This program is suitable for children ages 0-5 and their adult caregivers.

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.

ohana game night. four individuals playing board games and cards

Join us for ʻOhana Game Night! We will have games available for everyone to free play with. Some of the games we will feature are: Uno, Dominoes, Sorry!, Life, Monopoly, Connect 4, Chutes and Ladders, Yahtzee, and more!

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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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 50
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 32
Magazines 16
Newspapers 4
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes Yes
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | Hawaii State Public Library System will be performing network maintenance on Saturday, December 14, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. HST to Sunday, December 15th, 5:00 a.m. HST. Access to our online services may be unavailable during this time.

In observance of the Christmas holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Libraries that typically have evening hours on Tuesdays will have adjusted hours on Christmas Eve, December 24th, and will close at 4:00 p.m.

In observance of the New Year's holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Libraries that typically have evening hours on Tuesdays will have adjusted hours on New Year's Eve, December 31st, and will close at 4:00 p.m.