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

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Sample of "paint by sticker " Sheets on the left; on the ricght upper a blank template for a triangle tree, bottom right an evergreen tree and a yellow star on top (bottom is a colored in version of the one above)

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

Join us for a special holiday creation on a special day! 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.

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

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