Waimānalo Public and School Library

Address

41-1320 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-259-2610

Waimanalo Public and School Library

About

Welcome to the Waimānalo Public and School Library! Designed by Ernest H. Hara and Associates, our library  opened on Feb. 25, 1978. We are located on the campus of Waimānalo Elementary and Intermediate School. More than half of Waimānalo ‘s current residents and library patrons are of Hawaiian or part-Hawaiian descent.


Upcoming events at this branch

Family Movie Matinee

Join us for a fun evening with the movie: Zootopia 2, rated PG. Families are welcome to bring their own blankets to sit on and their own food and drinks to enjoy. Light snack provided. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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.

Arts and crafts supplies

Join us for some make & take arts and crafts (5pm-6:30pm) along with FACE PAINTING provided by Fun Fun the Clown (5:30pm-6:30pm)! This program is suitable for ages 3 and older. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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.

Storytime books and puppets displayed on table

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  Come and have fun with your keiki at 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. All programs are subject to change. 

Play READO (Bingo) Row of cards with various book characters

Play READO (BINGO for book lovers) at the library. Win cool prizes with Aunty Nina. Fun for the whole family! Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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.

Keiki O ka aina logo

Join us for a demonstration of HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters).

This free, parent-involved, school-readiness program offers home-based early childhood education for two, three and four-year-old keiki.  We will cover math, literacy, and motor skills 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. 

Illustration of woman holding basket of fruit with flasks and ingredients floating around her

Join us for simple food science experiments and tasty activities for young keiki. This program is recommended for ages 3 and older. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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. All programs are subject to change. 

Storytime books and puppets displayed on table

Themed stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and a simple craft. This 45-minute program is suitable for children ages 2 to 5 and their adult caregiver.  Come and have fun with your keiki at 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. All programs are subject to change. 

Cartoon woman and children about to go on a story walk together

Come to the library for a fun outdoor children’s book Story Walk. Make your own trail mix in the library and then go on a self-led, outdoor storybook path around the library. Follow the arrows and read along with your family and friends. This program is suitable for age 3 and older. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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. All programs are subject to change. 

Three cartoon teddy bears having a picnic

Join Aunty Terry & Aunty Nina for an outdoor teddy bear picnic storytime. Bring your teddy bear (or your favorite stuffed animal friend) and a blanket to sit on. Storytime snack and activities to follow. This program is suitable for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of Waimānalo 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. All programs are subject to change. 

University of Hawaii Nutrition Center Mini Lesson Activites, UH logo, and SNAP-Ed logo

The UH Hawaiʻi Nutrition Center and SNAP-Ed will be presenting a hands-on interactive session on Nutrition Education. Activities will include:

  • Make a Plate with MyPlate
  • Guess the Sugar and Rethink Your Drink
  • Check that Nutrition Facts Label!
  • Wash It Well! (produce washing)
  • Healthy Food Demo

This program is suitable for families with keiki age 5 and older. Registration is required. Please call the library at 808-259-2510 to reserve your spot. Participating households will receive a free Nutrition Education Reinforcement Item. Sponsored by the UH Hawaiʻi Nutrition Center and SNAP-Ed.

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 CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 12:00PM-4:00PM & 5:00PM-7:00PM -
Thursday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 24
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 4
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 10
Magazines 18
Newspapers 3
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In state observance of King Kamehameha Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

ALERT | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026. Most libraries will be closed Friday, July 3; however, ʻAiea, ʻĀina Haina, Hanapēpē, Hawai‘i Kai, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, Liliha, Makawao, McCully-Mōʻiliʻili, Princeville, Thelma Parker, Wahiawā, Waialua, Waimānalo, Waikīkī-Kapahulu, and Waipahu will be open July 3 and closed Saturday, July 4.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.

ALERT | In observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, 2026.