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Hawaii State Public Library System’s (HSPLS) 2025 Summer Reading Challenge


E Heluhelu Kākou: Let’s Read!
Readers of all ages are invited to join us from June 1 – July 31, 2025! 
This year’s theme, “E Heluhelu Kākou – Mele”, invites you to feel the rhythm of reading through poetry, chants, and music. It’s a joyful tribute to the powerful sounds and stories that bring us together.  

Sign Up
Sign up today and score your first reward right away! When you log reading in June and July, you’ll unlock more rewards and earn a shot at winning four round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines!  

Three easy ways to join: 
Online: Go to the Beanstack website. 
Mobile App: Download the Beanstack app, available for both iOS and Android.
In-Person: Visit your local library. 
How it Works
We’re excited to have readers of all ages participate, and this year, we have tailored goals to make the challenge engaging for everyone.
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Link Your School and Library Beanstack Accounts
Connect your school Beanstack account to earn even more badges and rewards. Go to this  video tutorial for directions.

Login Information For Hawaiʻi Public School Students:
Username: 10-digit student ID number
Password: Six-Digit date of birth (mmddyy)

Attend Fun & Music Filled Programs 

Summer Reading Kick-off Event!
Join us on Saturday, June 7th at the Hawai‘i State Library in Downtown Honolulu for a fun-filled day as we kick off the Summer Reading Challenge! From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, enjoy keiki and family activities including a scavenger hunt, storytime, crafts, and take a photo with Pono the Nēnē. Then, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, relax at an outdoor concert featuring live performances by Ke‘olu Music and Kawao—bring your folding chairs and enjoy the music and good vibes.
Libraries will also be hosting a variety of cultural and enriching events for all ages throughout the summer. Our program partners are the University of Hawaiʻi’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program, the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources, Forestry & Wildlife Division, and The Hawaiian Legacy Foundation. 
View a list of upcoming statewide programs on the HSPLS Events Calendar. 

About the Poster Artist 
Lauryn Gordines is an artist and designer based in Honolulu, Hawaii inspired by the local culture surrounding her Honolulu upbringing. She has spent the last 16 years as an entrepreneur operating several businesses in creative industries with a presence in the U.S., Japan, Korea, and Canada. Her past and present clients include 7 for All Mankind, Young and Reckless, Garret Leight California Optical, Habitat for Humanity, Urban Research, and Marriott. The last decade has been a deep dive into brand development and management for small to large businesses and non-profit organizations in Hawaii. She received awards from the American Advertising Awards District Competition for Integrated Brand Identity. Lauryn’s work has led her to want to nurture a deeper impact on the creative community. She co-founded CreativeMornings Honolulu and Spectra Foundation to continue to advocate for Hawaii’s creative industries. 
CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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ABOUT KAIMUKI PUBLIC LIBRARY
The mission of the Hawaii State Public Library System is to provide Hawaii's residents, in all walks of life, and at each stage of their lives, with access to education, information, programs and services, and to teach and nurture the love of reading and the habit of life-long learning.

HOURS
Sun - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon - 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Tues - 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Wed. - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thurs.- 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Fri- 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sat & State Holidays - Closed

Library Cards
You may apply for a library card at any Hawaii public library. The initial card is FREE for Hawaii residents. Cards are also free for military personnel and their dependents with a copy of orders. The resident card replacement fee is $5.00. Resident library cards must be renewed every five years. There is no charge for the renewal.

STAFF
Branch Manager -- Maile Davis
Reference Librarian -- Cora Kelly
Children's Librarian -- Melissa LePage
Young Adult Librarian -- Roberta Schmitz

MAIN POLICIES

Library Cards
first one free, replacement $5.00
Loan Period
3 weeks for books and CDs
1 week for DVDs/ videos
View more information on Borrowing, Returning & Renewing Materials
Overdue fines
25 cents per day for all ages for books, CDs, DVDs/videos
Rental fees
$1.00 per week for DVDs and videos

SERVICES

CONNECT FROM HOME:

• Search Catalog
  
• CDs & DVDs
  
• electronic databases
  
• Download eBooks/Audio/Music
  
• Serials
  
• library information
  
• Free Wi-Fi in the library during business hours. Login using your valid library card number and your PIN (last 4 digits of your phone no.)
  
• and more!

Children's Storytimes
Most Sundays at 10:30 am, call 733-8422. Enjoy stories and a simple craft.

Internet Computers -- one hour sessions with valid library card
13 internet computers for the public, one w/ ADA accommodations... printing available, donations requested
Click here for commonly asked questions regarding PC Reservations
Reserve a PC here

Loan Renewals:
In person with library material or call 733-8422, then press "0" -- have your library material with you when calling. For online renewals, use www.librarieshawaii.org and "my account" and your library card no.

Book Drops -- for after business hours -- one by the front door or drive-up book drop in the upper parking lot

Friends of the Kaimuki Library -- support group for the library
-- Members and officers needed
-- Ongoing book sale bookshelf - $1.00 per book

2 Photocopiers
** 20 cents per page

2 Microfilm Reader/Printers
** 15 cents per page

Ongoing Book Sale
** Friends of Kaimuki Library

ENHANCED SERVICES
The Hawaii State Public Library System provides the following enhanced services for library users. Click on the service in which you are interested for more information.

• Books by Mail
  
• Custom Research
  
• Interlibrary Loans
  
• Photocopying and Mailing Documents
  
• Test Proctoring

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Tuesday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 10:00 AM 5:00 PM

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