Kailua-Kona Public Library

Address

75-138 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-327-4327

Kailua-Kona Public Library

About

Welcome to the Kailua-Kona Public Library! Designed by architect George Iwasaki, our library opened on a leap day – Feb. 29, 1992. It is the second largest and second busiest library on Hawai‘i Island. We have a drive-through bookdrop and won an exemplary architectural design award from the Commission on Persons with Disabilities.

Upcoming events at this branch

Tuesday Chess Club
graphic of multicolored cjess pieces

Join the fun to learn new skills and participate in friendly competition!

Chess players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to attend. Call the library if you’re interested in volunteering to teach!

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Pālamanui College Fair
pālamanui college fair

Start your college journey in West Hawaiʻi at Hawaiʻi Community College – Pālamanui!

Meet with the Office of Student Services team from Pālamanui to guide you in exploring programs, choosing the right path, and planning for success.

Discover opportunities at Pālamanui, including:

  • Exciting Programs of Study such as Culinary Arts, Health Sciences, Fire Science, Hawaiian Studies, and Liberal Arts
  • University Center Supported Programs with 60+ bachelor’s and graduate degrees available through distance education
  • Scholarships and financial aid designed to support local students
  • …and much more!

This program is suitable for teens and adults. Registration is required–scroll down to access online registration.

Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program.

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. 

Pokémon Club!
Pokemon logo with the text "Pokemon Club"

Gotta catch ‘em all! Meet up with friends to talk Pokémon, play the Pokémon trading card game, and learn how to play! 

Spaces are limited: contact the library to make a reservation.

This program is appropriate for ages 5-14

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to American Library Association, the Pokémon company, generous community donations, and the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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.

Babies, Books, and Blankets
Parents holding a baby while sitting on a blanket with a stack of books and a teddy bear

Join Julia for Babies, Books, and Blankets, a lap-sit for babies and toddlers, 0-24 months.

Bring your babies and a comfortable blanket to sit on. Together, we will read, sing, rhyme, and play to encourage family bonding and help build our littlest library users’ early literacy skills.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to HSPLS Events Calendar.

Welcome to Foodland!: A Delicious D&D Campaign
Welcome to Foodland D&D

Join our Teen D&D adventure where you will be whisked away to a land made entirely of food! Create a character, battle the rot, and save the realm one bite at a time.

This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.

Spaces are limited: contact the library to reserve your spot. Reservations will apply to all events within this series:

  • Wednesday, June 3, 2:00-4:00 PM.
  • Wednesday, June 17, 2:00-4:00 PM
  • Wednesday, July 1, 2:00-4:00 PM
  • Wednesday, July 15, 2:00-4:00 PM

Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Farm to Keiki Storytime: Maiʻa
a book with an image of maiʻa (banana) and banana leaves behind it. text reads: farm to keiki storytime: maiʻa

Join Julia for a special storytime series for the whole family! This series centers on kalo, maiʻa, ʻulu, and ʻuala — nourishing foods that have fed families in Hawaiʻi for generations.

Our second session will focus on maiʻa (banana). Come have a taste!

This program is appropriate for ages ~3-8. Spaces are limited: Contact your library to make a reservation.

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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 schedules are subject to change.

Teen Writing Workshop with Matias Arredondo
June 20 Teen Writing Workshop with Matias Arredondo

Is there an author in you?

Come and join writer Matias Arredondo in a workshop full of technique and practice, no experience required.

This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.

Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program.

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. 

Building Pilina with Kahaluʻu Bay
Words The Kohala Center logo over photo of Kahaluʻu Bay, ocean, lava rocks, rainbow

Kahaluʻu is a wahi pana, a sacred and storied place, and is known as ʻāina lei aliʻi, a land adorned by the chiefs.

Learn about what has made Kahaluʻu so special for generations, listen to moʻolelo (stories) about how the practice of kilo (intentional observation) has guided our stewardship efforts at the bay, and hear how to join our ReefTeach ‘ohana and become a volunteer!

The Kohala Center’s ReefTeach program is a community-driven stewardship effort aimed at increasing the resiliency of the coastal ecosystem at Kahaluʻu through education, outreach, research, and advocacy.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this event!

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.

Magic: The Gathering
Magic The Gathering

Players of all skill levels are invited to join us for a monthly series of Magic: the Gathering sessions. 

Participants are encouraged to bring their own decks; a limited quantity of in-house decks are available for use.

This program is suitable for teens and adults. 

Mahalo nui to 4 Pillars Hobby Shop and the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this event!

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. 

LEGO Junior Challenge
Text reads "LEGO Jr. Challenge". Image of a lego house and lego bricks

LEGO builders ages 6-10 are invited to take on our mystery LEGO Junior Challenge!

Space is limited, and spots fill quickly! To RSVP, contact Kailua-Kona Public Library at (808) 327-4327

Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for sponsoring this program!

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. For a schedule of events, go to HSPLS Events Calendar.

Hours

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

Access

Parking spots 23
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 20
Magazines 38
Newspapers 5
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes Yes
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

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