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FREE WI-FI STARTING APRIL 2

Free wireless Internet access will be available in public libraries statewide beginning on Monday, April 2.

"Our patrons will be very excited to know we have expanded our free wi-fi service from two Oahu libraries Kaneohe and Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Libraries to nearly all 50 libraries statewide," said State Librarian Richard Burns. "While the interim Manoa Public Library will not have wi-fi, the new replacement Library will, and we look forward to its opening in a few months. Thanks to generous funding from Hawaii's Access for All Grant, we can continue to provide Hawaii's people with up to date technology tools, including wireless Internet access."

Patrons with personal laptops, smartphones, tablets, e-readers or other mobile devices may access the Internet in the public service areas of the library during open hours. Users are advised to:

• Adjust the settings on your personal device to receive the wireless signal.
  
• Provide a valid library card number and PIN.
  
• Agree to the HSPLS Internet Acceptable Use policies. All users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Internet Acceptable Use policies, which describe appropriate usage in the library, as well as risks and benefits of using the service.
  
• Bring your own personal headphones if you wish to hear audio on your device.
  
• Attend to your personal devices and belongings at all times.
  
• Wi-fi signal will terminate 15 minutes before library closes.
  
• Wireless printing is not available.
  
• Wi-fi users are cautioned that it is a public network; complete online safety is impossible to guarantee.

The wireless equipment is provided by Hawaii's Access for All Grant through the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, and leveraged with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Opportunity Online funds. Matching funds were provided by the Friends of the Library of Hawaii, the Omidyar Ohana Fund, through the Hawaii Community Foundation, and Alexander & Baldwin Foundation.

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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 , 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 -- Jeffery Eldredge
Reference Librarian -- Cora Kelly
Children's Librarian -- Melissa LePage

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
  
• and more!

Children's Storytimes
every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., no sign up enjoy stories and a simple craft

Internet Computers -- one hour sessions with valid library card
5 new faster computers installed in May 2011, one with ADA accommodations printing available, donations requested
Click here for commonly asked questions regarding PC Reservations
Reserve a PC here

Telephone renewals:
in person with library material or call 733-8422, then press "0" -- have your library material with you when calling

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
  
• Passports
  
• Photocopying and Mailing Documents
  
• Test Proctoring

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