Kihei Public Library

Address

35 Waimahaihai St, Kihei, HI 96753, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-875-6833

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About

Welcome to the Kihei Public Library! Our current 18,700 sq.-ft. library building opened on Apr. 24, 1996. With more than 22,000 registered patrons, we have the second highest circulation figures in Maui County. A traditional Hawaiian fishing shrine featured on the South Maui Heritage Trail is located outside the library.


Upcoming events at this branch

cartoon cat and lion next to stack of book with words story time

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old and their families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Special events may be held in lieu of regularly scheduled storytimes.

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.

 

 

cartoon cat and lion next to stack of book with words story time

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old and their families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Special events may be held in lieu of regularly scheduled storytimes.

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.

 

 

Lilo and Stitch film poster (2002)

Movie time! All ages are invited to come down to Kīhei Public Library on Saturday to watch a classic movie with us!

We’ll be watching the original 2002 Lilo & Stitch. We know there’s a newer one in theaters, but we’re in a mood for some oldies. See you then!

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.

Hawaiian musician Kamakakēhau Fernandez

Join award-winning Hawaiian falsetto singer Kamakakēhau Fernandez for an unforgettable evening filled with the rich tradition of mele. Experience the soulful beauty of Hawaiian music as he shares his aloha through song and culture. This free event is suitable for all ages.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i and the 2025 Summer Reading Sponsors.


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.

Photo credit: Aubrey Hord Photography

cartoon cat and lion next to stack of book with words story time

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old and their families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Special events may be held in lieu of regularly scheduled storytimes.

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.

 

 

random assortment of legos

Every third Saturday of the month, join us at 2:00 for LEGO Building Time!  Keiki and their ‘ohana are invited to come down to Kīhei Library to play and be creative with other Lego fans.

Legos will be provided. There will be a suggested building theme, but you are free to let your imagination be your guide! Creations will be placed up in a public display case for everyone to admire, until the next Lego event. Creations should be able to fit within an 8 1/2″ x 11″ space so that there will be room for everyone’s creations in the display case.

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.

A female volunteer assisting a female applicant

Goodwill Hawaii, in partnership with the American Job Center, is offering free career services to residents on Maui, Lanai, and Molokai! On the 4th Thursday of each month from 9:00am to 1:00pm, specialists from the American Job Center will be at the Kihei Public Library to assist with the following:

  • School
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employment
  • Work Clothing & Tools
  • Training
  • Internship Opportunities

The event will not be held on State holidays. Learn more at the Goodwill Hawaii website or call the Maui American Job Center at (808) 270-5777. No appointment is necessary.


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.

cartoon cat and lion next to stack of book with words story time

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old and their families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Special events may be held in lieu of regularly scheduled storytimes.

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 picture of dice and game pieces

Battleship, Uno, Dungeons & Dragons, and more – come on over to Kīhei for this all-new Tuesday afternoon event, and bring your game faces!

We’ll provide games and toys for all ages – but it does help if you’re old enough to not eat the dice. 🙂 There are puzzles too! No video games, though – we’re sticking with analog.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

cartoon cat and lion next to stack of book with words story time

Come visit Kīhei Public Library on Thursday mornings for simple stories, songs, movement, and fun!

Program is best suited for children ages 3 – 5 years old and their families. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Special events may be held in lieu of regularly scheduled storytimes.

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 CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 63
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 12
Magazines 103
Newspapers 8
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT | In holiday observance of Independence Day, all public libraries will be closed July 4 to 6, 2025.
Libraries that are normally closed on Mondays, will be OPEN on June 30, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 15, 2025.