Līhuʻe Public Library

Address

4344 Hardy St, Lihue, HI 96766, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-241-3222

Lihue Public Library

About

Welcome to the Līhuʻe Public Library! We are the largest library on Kauaʻi, located in central Līhuʻe within walking distance of many State and County buildings. Designed by architect Stephen Oyakawa, our 22,300 sq. ft. building is distinguished by its arc-shaped roof and lava rock walls. We serve as the regional library and Federal Depository for Kauaʻi. In 2013, our library underwent extensive ADA renovations with facility upgrades and improvements.


Upcoming events at this branch

open notebook with writing with a fountain pen on top of the pages

Join the Kaua‘i Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Līhu‘e Public Library. Open to new, adult members of all skill levels!

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.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Hawaii's official logo

NAMI Peer support groups offer respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope for people living with mental illness. Free and confidential.

Connection Recovery Peer Support Groups meet in-person, every Tuesday:
     1:30 pm 
@ Lihue Library 4344 Hardy Street (w/ free lunch provided!)

RSVP in advance: 808-631-4982 or kauai@namihawaii.org

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI Kauai is an affiliate of NAMI Hawaii. NAMI Kauai and dedicated volunteer members and leaders work tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support group programs for people in our community living with mental illness and their loved
ones.

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.

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Scissors. Fabric. Flowers. Teens, grab your friends and get crafty designing blooms that last forever!

This teen-friendly project is all about creativity, color, and friendship—turning simple materials into awesome handmade flowers you’ll love making, wearing and giving to friends and family!

 

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.  For more information got to librarieshawaii.org.

 

pagemaster

Fun for the whole family! Join us for Family Movie Night at the library featuring the 1994 library-based classic film, The Pagemaster.

From producer: “A cowardly boy, who buries himself in accident statistics, enters a library to escape a storm, only to be transformed into an animated illustration by the Pagemaster. He has to work through obstacles from classic books to return to real-life.” (1994, 1 hr 15 mins, 20th Century Fox)

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.

kids playing on giant books

The best place for your preschooler to learn listening, social, and fine motor skills to get ready for school years! Join us for stories, crafts, and playtime at Preschool Storytime. Themes are seasonal and change monthly, so be sure to not miss the fun every month on the second Thursday at 10am.

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.

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Join us for a welcoming social gathering, café-style, for anyone living with changes in their memory and the people who care about them. Memory cafes are based on a national model to encourage meaningful connections between all people. Come alone if you can or bring a supportive care partner if you have one. Volunteers are welcome to help assist by contacting Jewish Community Services of Hawai’i!

RSVP Required and to connect about volunteering, contact Dale at

Dale@jcs-hi.org or visit RSVP for This Month’s Plumeria Memory Cafe Kaua’i

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.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Hawaii's official logo

NAMI Peer support groups offer respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope for people living with mental illness. Free and confidential.

Connection Recovery Peer Support Groups meet in-person, every Tuesday:
     1:30 pm 
@ Lihue Library 4344 Hardy Street (w/ free lunch provided!)

RSVP in advance: 808-631-4982 or kauai@namihawaii.org

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI Kauai is an affiliate of NAMI Hawaii. NAMI Kauai and dedicated volunteer members and leaders work tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support group programs for people in our community living with mental illness and their loved
ones.

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

Calling all upper elementary and middle school LEGO builders and burgeoning engineers!

Join us at the library for Lihue LEGO Club, where exciting building challenges using LEGO blocks await. Opening ceremonies start at 4pm, sharp. Literally, we open the display case to fill it with our creations and put them on display all month long. At least until next Lego Club, when you get to do it all over again!

This event is recommended for children ages 6-12.

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.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Hawaii's official logo

NAMI Peer support groups offer respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope for people living with mental illness. Free and confidential.

Connection Recovery Peer Support Groups meet in-person, every Tuesday:
     1:30 pm 
@ Lihue Library 4344 Hardy Street (w/ free lunch provided!)

RSVP in advance: 808-631-4982 or kauai@namihawaii.org

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI Kauai is an affiliate of NAMI Hawaii. NAMI Kauai and dedicated volunteer members and leaders work tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support group programs for people in our community living with mental illness and their loved
ones.

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.

Lion face coloring page with coloring pencil

Coloring can be very stress relieving! Add free coffee and refreshments from our Friends of the Lihue Library and St. Michael’s Church, you have a fun afternoon at the library.

Open to young adults, adults, and seniors.

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 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 27
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 15
Magazines 40
Newspapers 5
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
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.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE | In observance of Good Friday, all libraries will be closed on April 3, 2026.
The Kaimukī and Pearl City branches, which are normally open on Sundays, will also be closed on April 5, in observance of Easter.