“Hot Picks” are high demand new book or DVD. Patrons may borrow these items for a shortened loan period of 7 days (instead of the regular 21 days) in order to give other a chance to read or view these materials. (Please note, a  $1 rental fee applies to each DVD title.)

If you have trouble getting hold of one of this month’s Hot Picks, try one of our past picks.

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ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

ALERT [APRIL 9] All Oʻahu public libraries and HSPLS offices will be closed Friday, April 10 due to severe weather. All other public libraries and HSPLS offices on Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui County will maintain normal operations at this time. Please take care and be safe!

ALERT | The Kaimukī and Pearl City branches will be closed on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in observance of Easter.