Waiʻanae Public Library

Address

85-625 Farrington Hwy, Waiʻanae, HI 96792, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-697-7868

Waianae Public Library

About

Welcome to the Waiʻanae Public Library! Built by contractor Charles Windstedt, our library opened on Dec. 20, 1966 and is located next to the Waiʻanae Fire Station and Waiʻanae District Park. The library has a unique and extensive collection of Hawaiian quilt patterns.


Upcoming events at this branch

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

five cartoon toddlers holding hands with big smiles

Come to Wai’anae Public Library’s Toddler Time so keiki ages 0-3 can learn and build their pre-reading skills by enjoying music, stories, and toy time! All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.  We hope 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.

 

A picture of children's kitchen toy

Join Wai‘anae Public Library for a fun-filled Kitchen Playdate for Toddlers (Tuesdays, June 9, 16, 23, 30 and July 7, 14, 21, 28) in the Children’s Section! Children ages 0–6 and their caregivers are invited to explore a playful pretend kitchen with toy foods, cooking activities, and imaginative play inspired by summer fruits and favorite local foods.

This hands-on playtime encourages creativity, social interaction, and early learning in a fun and welcoming environment for young keiki.

Bring your smiles, imagination, and aloha spirit for a playful morning the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

A picture of mixed fruits.

Join Waiʻanae Public Library for a fun-filled Mix & Match Fruit Kabob event! Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to enjoy a delightful fruit-themed story, followed by a hands-on activity where they can create their own colorful fruit kabobs using a variety of fresh fruits. This interactive experience encourages creativity, healthy eating habits, and plenty of smiles.

This program is suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Registration is limited. Please sign up at the Reference Desk to reserve your spot.

Hope 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.

 

Illustrations of a fruit-themed photo booth with fun food and fruit decorations and props

Step into our Library Photo Booth in the Children’s Section and capture fun summer memories with family and friends! Dress up like a chef, strike a pose, and celebrate the season with bright food and fruit-themed decorations and props perfect for all ages.

Bring your smiles, creativity, and aloha spirit for a fun photo opportunity the whole ‘ohana can enjoy!

Hope 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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 19
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 14
Magazines 46
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store Yes
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT #1 | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026.

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.

ALERT #2 | Network Maintenance – Sunday, July 5, 2026, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm HST. Access to our website and online services will be unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.