Kadena Library
Kadena library has a large selection of fiction and nonfiction for all ages and the space to sit and enjoy reading! Whether it’s a novel, a how-to book, a magazine or newspaper, a movie, or an online resource, we strive to have something for everyone.
Go on a reading adventure, learn a new skill with one of our online resources, or use one of the unique items in our Things collection, or stop in for one of our recurring programs or one-off special events!
Programs & Services
Check out our Online Card Catalog. Here you will find the information you need for research papers, professional military education, and other needs. The Library offers outstanding collections for children and young adults.
You will need your library card number and PIN information to access it. View Instructions on How To Access Our Online Database. If you need help, setting up an Overdrive account, click here. Please Contact Us if you have questions.
20,000 Books
100 Newspaper & Magazine Subscriptions via AF and DoD electronic subscriptions
Computer Lab With 30 Single-sided Pages Of Free Printing Per Day
DVD Checkouts With No Rental Fee Or Late Fees
Free 3D Printing Services
Free Access to Research Databases
Free Wi-Fi
Programs for all ages
Video Games for checkout
Free Checkout Of Items From Our “things” Collection Such As Boardgames, Novelty Cake Pans, Ukuleles, And Tarot Card Decks
Remote Access
Remote access to online resources such as:
- Free ebooks and audiobooks
- Free digital comic books
- Free movies and music
- Learning and research databases such as EBSCO and GALE
Account Information
Separate accounts are required for spouse and sponsor (minor dependents are allowed separate accounts but it is not required). The sponsor’s work email must be provided in order to create an account. Library accounts with the items that are 30 days overdue are placed in a “blocked” status and the sponsor’s chain of command is contacted.
Books
- Bestsellers, Non-Fiction / Fiction
- Testing Study Materials (CLEP, ASVAB, DANTES, etc.)
- Biographies and History
- Business and Leadership
- Overdrive Audio Books Online
- eBooks Online
- Computers & Technology
- Fitness, Cooking, Crafts
- Reference Books
Children's Programs
- Story Time Readings
- Summer Reading Program
- Holiday Presentations
- Crafts
- Baby Time
Check out our Facebook page for more information: www.facebook.com/KadenaLibrary
Languages
- Online databases for learning Japanese
Other Non-Print Books and Services
- Video Games
- Board Games
- DVDs
- Music
- Telescopes
- Ukuleles
- Character-shaped cake pans and Cookie cutters
Reference & Education
- Books
- Online Database and Resources
- Military Databases through the AF Portal, AKO/DKO
- Database Instruction, Inter-Library Loan Service
Computer Services
- CAC capable computers
- Free 3D printing services
- Scanners
- Free Wi-Fi
- Up to 30 free black/white prints per day
- Online databases
Military Collections
- Air Force Chief of Staff Collection
- Army Chief of Staff
- Chief of Staff Reading Lists
- Battle of the Bulge
- Kadena/Fort Dix Ch. 60
- World War II Collection
- POW / MIA Collection
- Korean War Collection
- Leadership
- Six Sigma
Children's Collections
- EASY
- Board books
- Young Adult
- Fiction
- Non-Fiction
- Popular Series
- Juvenile Chapter Books
- Over-sized Books
Upcoming Events
Mar
28
StorytimeLibrary
Mar28
StorytimeLibrary
Time
11:00 AMEvent Details
Storytime
Thursdays • 11 am • Ages 0 - 2
Apr
02
Children’s Dandeli ...Library
Apr02
Children’s Dandelion CraftsLibrary
Time
No Specific timeEvent Details
Children’s Dandelion Crafts
Tuesday, 2 April • 10:30 am & 4 pm
Apr
03
Storytime with Ern ...Library
Apr03
Storytime with Ernie the EagleLibrary
Time
3:00 PMEvent Details
Storytime with Ernie the Eagle
3 pm • Ages 2 - 6
3:30 pm • All ages
Meet Ernie and take lots of photos!
May
07
Mother's Day CraftLibrary
May07
Mother's Day CraftLibrary
Time
No Specific timeEvent Details
Mother's Day Craft
Tuesday, 7 May
10:30 am • Ages 2 - 6
3:30 pm • Ages 6 - 11
May
08
Mother's Day CraftLibrary
May08
Mother's Day CraftLibrary
Time
3:00 PMEvent Details
Mother's Day Craft
Wednesday, 8 May
3 pm • Ages 12 - 17
May
21
AIPIH Themed Craft ...Library
May21
AIPIH Themed CraftsLibrary
Time
No Specific timeEvent Details
Tuesday, 21 May
10:30 am • Ages 2 - 6
3:30 pm • Ages 6 - 11
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Contact
Kadena Library
Kadena AB, Building #451. Across from the Habu Fitness Center
Hours of Operation
- Monday - Wednesday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Thursday - Sunday10:00 am - 6:00 pm