Library
Respect and practice social distancing.
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.
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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 Card
One account is created for each family with the sponsor being responsible for all material borrowed. You will be issued a library card and/or you can use your government ID. Failure to follow library policies can result in suspension of library use. It is a privilege, not a right to use the library. Click here to view our Overdue Policy.
Your borrowing privileges are suspended if you have material overdue 30 or more days. Your borrowing privileges will be restored when the overdue material is returned.
Loan Periods
3 weeks
Item Limits
10 audiobooks / 10 DVDs / 6 video game accessories / 2 video games / 3 study guides (CD/DVD/IPOD) /
1 video game console/ 1 board game / No limit on books
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. View How to Renew tutorial.
Requests/Holds
A hold can be placed on material online via the OPAC, over the phone, or in person at the library. You will be notified by email when the material is available. Hold material will be held for approximately seven days. View tutorials: How to Place a Hold -- Is My Hold Available.
Computers/Internet
PCs and Macs with Microsoft Office products. Scanning capability and Wi-Fi connections available.
Copiers/Printers
Great news! As of January 13, 2021, the library will no longer charge for copying and printing. We request that you only copy/print what you need. Not to exceed 20 pages per day. Your consideration for others and our resources is much appreciated!
Fax
Free faxing to non-international numbers; free cover sheets are available. Fax #808-422-7189.
Library Friends
Learn more about the Hickam Library Friends by clicking here.
Storytime is the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 9 a.m. and the first Saturday of the month at 11 a.m.
Quarterly STEM events
See the library's events flyer for activities and dates- Contact the library for more information or to register for an event
Book Clubs for kids 9-12 and teens- Contact the library for more information or to sign up
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.
