Mountain View Public and School Library

Address

18-1235 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View, HI 96771
Directions

TEL: 808-968-2322

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About

Welcome to the Mountain View Public and School Library! Located on the Mountain View Elementary School campus, our library opened on May 16, 1977. We serve students and faculty as well as upper Puna and Volcano area residents. Our library features historical articles, event brochures, projects, and many photos of the surrounding area.


Upcoming events at this branch

various electronic devices such as tablets, ipad, phones, Wii controller

Learn computer basics, how to use the internet, how to send and receive email, participate in a telehealth session, and how to stay safe online in this series of FREE classes. Participants in all four classes receive a free computer at the end of the series. Contact the library or visit Mapunawai Mountain View Computer Classes Reservation Page to reserve your spot!

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.

Lego

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome.

This program will not take place on State holidays.

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.

Young girl drawing on paper with a color pencil

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

Join us for new creations each week! All materials provided.

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.

close-up image of scattered mahjong tiles

Join the “club” and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Event will not be held on State holidays.

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.

 

various electronic devices such as tablets, ipad, phones, Wii controller

Learn computer basics, how to use the internet, how to send and receive email, participate in a telehealth session, and how to stay safe online in this series of FREE classes. Participants in all four classes receive a free computer at the end of the series. Contact the library or visit Mapunawai Mountain View Computer Classes Reservation Page to reserve your spot!

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.

Lego

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome.

This program will not take place on State holidays.

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.

Young girl drawing on paper with a color pencil

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

Join us for new creations each week! All materials provided.

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.

close-up image of scattered mahjong tiles

Join the “club” and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Event will not be held on State holidays.

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.

 

various electronic devices such as tablets, ipad, phones, Wii controller

Learn computer basics, how to use the internet, how to send and receive email, participate in a telehealth session, and how to stay safe online in this series of FREE classes. Participants in all four classes receive a free computer at the end of the series. Contact the library or visit Mapunawai Mountain View Computer Classes Reservation Page to reserve your spot!

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.

Lego

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome.

This program will not take place on State holidays.

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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 12:00PM-3:00PM & 4:00PM-7:00PM -
Tuesday 12:00PM-3:00PM & 4:00PM-7:00PM -
Wednesday 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM -
Thursday 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM -
Friday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 11
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 7
Magazines 32
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.