We do the checking-in & out of library books and materials, assist patrons with searching of books, subjects, authors, and etc. We shelve books and materials to their designated areas in the library we shelf read books in order by using the Dewey Decimal classification system, and organize other library materials. We help maintain our collections by mending, repairing, and processing books and other materials for patron usage. We instruct patrons on library policies and procedures assist patrons in the use of the computer catalog in finding books and other materials in the library, calculate charges of overdue materials, we process library cards for patrons 6 years old and above, but most importantly we serve you and everybody in the CNMI.

The Children of our Homeland Center (COHL), aka Children’s Room, is located in the Joeten-Kiyu Public Library. With an area of 2,800 square feet funded through a grant from the Administration for Native Americans (ANA), the old Conference Room was remodeled and transformed into a Children’s Room. It houses a total of about 16,000 juvenile collections, which include non-fiction, fiction, biography, chapter books, and picture books. Most importantly, COHL features a growing selection of culturally appropriate books and resource materials from our local authors in our efforts to augment the need to preserve, promote, and practice the indigenous Chamorro and Carolinian languages and cultures to our children and youth, and as a resource for PSS Cultural Language and Heritage Studies teachers and students.

Together with Circulation, COHL also oversees the operation and activities of the Bookmobile by handling the circulation collections as JKPL’s outreach program in bringing general library services and homework assistance offsite to target underserved children, youth, and adults in remote locations in villages with limited comprehension and speaking abilities, limited functional literacy or informational skills, and/or who have difficulty accessing a library due to a lack of or no transportation. The Bookmobile collaborates with our Homework Center to provide outreach homework assistance to target underserved students in remote locations offsite in villages for the same reasons.

COHL / Children’s Room conducts story sharing & crafts every Saturdays from 10 am – 11 am. Children should be old enough to sit and listen to stories and participate in simple educational activities, but younger children are welcome.

Our Summer Reading Program is one of our most popular activities throughout the year, averaging 50 kids a day. The program is open for children from ages 6 – 12 years old (older kids are welcome) who read books to earn small prizes and coupons. They also earn raffle tickets for large prizes given at the end of the program.

We are open Wednesdays 11am to 7pm – Thursday and Friday from 9 am – 5 pm and Saturday from 9 am – 4 pm. We are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday (Austerity), and Holidays. Please feel free to call us @ 235-7316 or 235-READ for more information on our activities or any question regarding our services. Erlinda Naputi, Celina Foreman, and Ana Castro are our friendly staff who are always happy and ready to assist.

The Information Technology Center (ITC) is provided by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Our public service includes PC with internet access, basic computer learning lessons, and printing. 19 Linux Ubuntu based computer units are available to the public with one table for laptop users and one network printer. Basic computer learning lessons are available during the summer season and every Saturday mornings. Our operational hours are Wednesdays from 11am to 7pm Thursday, Fridays from 9am to 5pm and Saturdays 9am to 4pm (closed on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays(Austerity), and Holidays). For more information about the ITC contact Roy or Joey at (670)235-7315.

If you are a K-5 to 6th grade student and would like some assistance with your homework or study, then you should take advantage of the Homework Center Program being offered by JKPL, funded through Competitive Grant through IMLS (Institute for Museum & library Services).

Students can get help from our knowledgeable staff to strengthen their skills in academic areas. This Program also helps young people come to view homework as an opportunity to learn to work independently, complete projects on time, and feel positive about their accomplishments.

The After-School Tutors may work with parents to find out what subjects kids may need help with. We also offer Math tutoring every Saturdays, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Interested parents are encouraged to register and sign up their children. Please fill in the form at JKPL. For more information, call 235-7322 or 235-7329.

Hours of operation:
Now on Bookmobile Schedule to the schools and Community

Service provided by staff? The bookmobile is a mini library on wheels making weekly visits to various communities. The bookmobile provides free library service to anyone on Saipan. The bookmobile carries all sorts of reading books (fiction, non-fiction) materials for adults and children’s. checkout is limited to 3 books per card for a loan of 3 weeks.

Bookmobile vehicle and over 1,000 books

Days and hours?
TUESDAY - Tanapag Elem. School
1:00pm-2:45pm
GTC Elem. School
3:00pm-4:30pm

WEDNESDAY - 01/05 DanDan Elem. School
2:00pm-4:00pm
01/12 Juvenile Detention Center
2:30pm-3:30pm
Kagman 2 Basketball Court
3:45pm-4:45pm


THURSDAY - 01/06 KoblerVille Youth Center
3:00pm-4:00om
01/13 San Antonio Elem. School
2:30pm-3:30pm
2:00 - 4:00 pm

FRIDAY 01/07, 01/21 KoblerVille Elem. School
1:00pm-2:45pm
01/14, 01/28 Kagman Elem. School
1:00pm-2:45pm
Kagman Community Center
3:15pm-5:30pm


SATURDAY - Kristo Rai Church
8:30am-10:00am
Tanapag Youth Center
10:30am-12:00pm

Services provided by staff? Motheread®, Inc. is a nationally acclaimed private, non-profit organization that combines the teaching of literacy skills with child development and family empowerment issues. Parents and children learn to use the power of language to discover more about themselves their families, and their communities.

Motheread® offers classes for both the adults and children. In adult classes, participants learn to be story readers, writers, and tellers in a group structure that supports their own sense of worth and ability. These classes are appropriate for all adults, regardless of reading ability or prior educational experience. By teaching the “why” of reading rather than just emphasizing the “how”, classes encourage parents to be reading role models for their children. For children, Story Exploring provides a structured environment for learning reading, critical-thinking, and problem solving skills.

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Partners and work with different CNMI government agencies.

Supports, and participate in community functions, events, and literary initiatives in the CNMI.

Days and Hours of Service? Office Hours are from 9:00am – 5:00pm (Monday to Friday)
Course Classes Schedule: 6:00 – 7:30 pm. ( By schedule and arrangement)