Library
Seating, study carrels, and computers are available.
While headphones are available for the children’s computers, we encourage all computer users to provide their own.
Utilize the DoD MWR Libraries
OPAC (Joint Base Library Catalog) - Locate material, access your account, place holds, renew material and more.
Address:
990 Mills Blvd. (Bldg. 595)
JBPHH, HI 96853
Phone:
808-449-8296
Hours of Operation
Wed, Fri, Sat 10am-5:30pm
Tues, Thurs 11am-7:30pm
Directions:
Enter Hickam's main gate and go straight on O’Malley Blvd. After entering the roundabout, take the second right (Mills Blvd) and proceed to the stop sign. The library is located ahead and on the left.
or
Enter Hickam's main gate in the far right lane and take the first right (Vandenberg Blvd). Continue on Vandenberg Blvd through two stop lights. After passing through the second light, the road bends left and turns into Fox Blvd. Continue on Fox Blvd until you reach the stop sign at the roundabout. Turn onto Mills Blvd--the ball fields will be on your left and the library will be ahead on your right.
Entering from Pearl Harbor: From H-1 take the Pearl Harbor/Hickam exit. Get in the lane farthest left and after passing through Pearl Harbor's gate, make a left onto South Ave (Hickam AFB housing will be on your left). Proceed on South Ave and make a left into the Porter Gate. Go straight on 11th St until you reach the third stop sign at the roundabout. Turn onto Mills Blvd--the ball fields will be on your left and the library will be ahead on your right.
Library Account
Patrons must show military ID to determine eligibility. Library accounts will be created for the sponsor, and linked to dependents with military ID.
Loan Period/Renewal
All items can be checked out for 3 weeks and renewed up to two times -- unless the item is on hold for another patron. Renewals can be made in person, over the phone, or on the website at milrec.bibliovation.com
Item Limits
No limit on books / 10 audiobooks / 10 DVDs / 6 video game accessories / 2 video games / 3 study guides /
1 video game console/ 2 board games
Renewals
Most material can be renewed two times -- by e-mail, in person, over the phone, or on the OPAC provided the patron does not have overdue material or the item is not on hold for another patron.
Requests/Holds
Place holds at milrec.bibliovation.com. Choose Pearl Harbor-Hickam library to see which items belong to us. Holds cannot be placed for items not belonging to the Pearl Harbor-Hickam library. Call or visit for more information.
You will be notified by email when your hold is available. After 7 days, any items not claimed will be returned to the shelf.
Computers/Internet
The library offers 15 laptops for use in the library. Patrons must show military ID and have a library account to check one out. 1 ADA compliant computer is available. Any patron may use this computer, but if a patron requiring ADA access needs it, the previous patron will be asked to use a laptop instead.
Wifi is free from GoWifi or Navy MWR WiFi.
Copiers/Printers
A Xerox all-in-one printer is available for your copying, printing and faxing needs. Patrons are allowed a maximum of 20 pages. Ask at the front desk for paper.
Faxing is available to non-international numbers. 808-422-7189
Services and paper are free of charge.
Fax
Free faxing to non-international numbers; free cover sheets are available. Fax #808-422-7189.
Hickam Library Friends
We are located in Bldg. 1723 on JBPHH, behind the GSA, and in the same building as Airman’s Attic. Book sales are held the 2nd Saturday of the month from 0900 to 1300. (Days/times subject to change.)
Storytimes
We offer Baby, Toddler, and PreK storytimes, and Baby Playtime. Storytimes are offered in 5-week blocks, with a 2 week break between sessions. Contact the library for more info: 808-449-8296.
Social Media
There’s a lot happening at the library: bookclubs, STEM classes, Lego challenges, and more. Keep up with our events by joining the JBPHH Library Facebook group!
Other Resources
Ebooks, Continuing Education, Language Learning, Newspapers and Magazines, Streaming Music and Videos—explore our digital resources at DoDMWRLibraries.org
Military.com
Another free site packed full of helpful resources. Open to Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents, Veterans, Military Retirees, DoD personnel, those considering joining, and military enthusiasts and supporters. Start taking advantage today! Click here for more.
Military OneSource
For active duty and their family members - an incredible resource offering help on many issues -- Phone or online chat counseling for deployment, financial, legal or family challenges as well as articles on all topics. Includes library research databases to help you study for CLEP tests, write research papers, find info on your ancestors and more. Look for The Library Resources under POPULAR LINKS or go straight to Military OneSource now.
Tutor.com
Get help from a professional tutor anytime you need it, for FREE. Tutors are online 24/7 and eligible military families in the Army, Marines, Navy, and Air Force can take advantage of this military family program to get help with more than 16 subjects. Click here to learn more.
OverDrive/Libby
Don't spend your own money! Login and check out the Libby app and OverDrive program - downloadable audiobooks, ebooks, and magazines. Use on a variety of devices including computers, iPods, iPads, Ebook readers, MP3 players, and more. Collection includes fiction, nonfiction, and young adult titles. For access instructions and account creation, either visit the Library, call us at 449-8296, or access OverDrive through the web at DoDMWRLibraries.org.
