Laupāhoehoe Public and School Library

The meeting room is temporarily closed for public use as we work on a heat mitigation solution. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Mahalo!

Address

35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupahoehoe, HI 96764, USA
Directions

TEL: 808-962-2229

Laupahoehoe Public and School Library

About

Welcome to the Laupāhoehoe Public and School Library! Designed by Richard S. Matsunaga and Associates, we opened in 1973 but earthquake damage closed us for nearly a year. We reopened in 1974 on the campus of the Laupāhoehoe Community Public Charter School. We are one of the few Hawai‘i Island libraries to offer a meeting room for public use.


Upcoming events at this branch

LEGOS at the Library

Come join us each Tuesday for some LEGO building fun at the library! Kids are welcome to let their imagination run wild during this open build time, where LEGO supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure young children are accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver to join in.

It’s a great chance for kids to dream up all sorts of creations—structures, vehicles, or anything else they can think of—while also building problem-solving skills and fine motor skills. This casual, friendly event is all about encouraging creativity, teamwork, and having a good time. It’s a wonderful way to relax and have fun after a day at school!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

Family Storytime

Join us for Story Time every Wednesday! It’s a fun and lively program made just for little ones and their caregivers. Each week, your keiki can enjoy listening to two or three fun stories that are perfect for their age, along with interactive songs and a simple craft activity that’s a great way for kids to get creative while helping them develop early literacy and social skills—all in a warm and friendly library setting. We’d love to see you there!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

A child building a robot out of LEGO bricks, 2 cartoon bees with books, and various LEGO characters surrounded by LEGO bricks. The words LEGO LAB are in the center.

LEGO Lab is an exciting, hands-on building adventure where keiki watch our LEGO Lab Scientist demonstrate a creation, then have the chance to bring it to life themselves—brick by brick! Each week brings a fresh, thrilling theme, igniting imagination, fueling problem-solving skills, and sparking creativity within the library.

Build and invent together—united by the magic of creation!

Please remember, young children should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver so everyone can share in the fun and wonder.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

A paint pallet with dollops of paint on it, surrounded by brushes and paint tubes

Celebrate National Watercolor Month with our Tiny Art Show. This year’s theme is ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, a calabash full to the brim.

Starting June 1st, swing by to pick up a kit with all the basics—canvas, paints, and an entry form while supplies last. Feel free to use your own supplies, just keep your piece no bigger than 3 inches by 3 inches. Drop off your artwork at the library by July 8th to be part of the exhibit.

The library opens at noon, the art show will be ready for viewing at 12:30 pm, and Java Jive will be performing live starting at 1:30 pm. All ages are welcome to participate.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

 

 

Black sign with the words Java Jive in blue and orange against a rock wall. The numbers 30s 40s and 50s are also on the sign.

Enjoy an energetic swing music program featuring timeless hits by Java Jive that will have you tapping your toes and dancing along while you peruse the Tiny Art Show.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

LEGOS at the Library

Come join us each Tuesday for some LEGO building fun at the library! Kids are welcome to let their imagination run wild during this open build time, where LEGO supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure young children are accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver to join in.

It’s a great chance for kids to dream up all sorts of creations—structures, vehicles, or anything else they can think of—while also building problem-solving skills and fine motor skills. This casual, friendly event is all about encouraging creativity, teamwork, and having a good time. It’s a wonderful way to relax and have fun after a day at school!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

Family Storytime

Join us for Story Time every Wednesday! It’s a fun and lively program made just for little ones and their caregivers. Each week, your keiki can enjoy listening to two or three fun stories that are perfect for their age, along with interactive songs and a simple craft activity that’s a great way for kids to get creative while helping them develop early literacy and social skills—all in a warm and friendly library setting. We’d love to see you there!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

A child building a robot out of LEGO bricks, 2 cartoon bees with books, and various LEGO characters surrounded by LEGO bricks. The words LEGO LAB are in the center.

LEGO Lab is an exciting, hands-on building adventure where keiki watch our LEGO Lab Scientist demonstrate a creation, then have the chance to bring it to life themselves—brick by brick! Each week brings a fresh, thrilling theme, igniting imagination, fueling problem-solving skills, and sparking creativity within the library.

Build and invent together—united by the magic of creation!

Please remember, young children should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver so everyone can share in the fun and wonder.


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

LEGOS at the Library

Come join us each Tuesday for some LEGO building fun at the library! Kids are welcome to let their imagination run wild during this open build time, where LEGO supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure young children are accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver to join in.

It’s a great chance for kids to dream up all sorts of creations—structures, vehicles, or anything else they can think of—while also building problem-solving skills and fine motor skills. This casual, friendly event is all about encouraging creativity, teamwork, and having a good time. It’s a wonderful way to relax and have fun after a day at school!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

Family Storytime

Join us for Story Time every Wednesday! It’s a fun and lively program made just for little ones and their caregivers. Each week, your keiki can enjoy listening to two or three fun stories that are perfect for their age, along with interactive songs and a simple craft activity that’s a great way for kids to get creative while helping them develop early literacy and social skills—all in a warm and friendly library setting. We’d love to see you there!


Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 12:00PM-4:00PM & 5:00PM-7:00PM -
Tuesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Thursday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Friday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday CLOSED -
Sunday CLOSED -

Access

Parking spots 13
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 8
Magazines 16
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT #1 | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.

ALERT | In observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7, 2026.

ALERT #2 | Network Maintenance – Sunday, July 5, 2026, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm HST. Access to our website and online services will be unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.