Kahului Public Library

Address

90 School St, Kahului, HI 96732, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-873-3097

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About

Welcome to the Kahului Public Library! Designed by Noboru Kobayashi, our library opened on Feb. 9, 1963. Native Hawaiian plants are featured in our yard and courtyard . We serve as the regional library and Federal Depository for Maui, offering enriching programs for all ages year-round.

The Library closed its doors in August 2020 to begin a comprehensive renovation project focused on upgrading its facilities and enhancing the overall user experience. In addition to replacing the aging air-conditioning system, the library underwent a series of interior improvements, including upgraded restrooms, new flooring, fresh paint, improved lighting, updated furniture, and newly designed signage. These enhancements were made to create a more welcoming, comfortable, and accessible environment for all patrons.

Despite careful planning, the renovation timeline was significantly impacted by unforeseen challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread manufacturing and supply chain disruptions, while the departure of key personnel further delayed progress. These factors prevented HSPLS from completing the interior renovations in time for the originally projected reopening in December 2023. After navigating these setbacks, the Kahului Public Library proudly reopened to the public on July 12, 2025, unveiling a modernized space designed to better serve the community for years to come.


Upcoming events at this branch

Books&Coffee

Every 2nd Thursday of the month. If you love books you’ll love our book club! Come for an hour. YOU choose the book, no assigned reading. Share about what you’re reading or just enjoy the quiet company.

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

white and black chess pieces

Please join us the Second Saturday of each month for a friendly game of chess!

Four boards will be available on a first come, first serve basis.

All experience levels welcome!

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.

popcorn and filmstrip

Attention all GenX’ers and Millennials and 80’s movie buffs! Do you wish you could share your generational trauma with those who have no idea about the entertainment we endured? then you should try out the library’s brand new movie club!

The Kahului Public Library will be hosting an 80’s Movie Club!

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, the library will show an 80’s film.

This is intended to be an adult program, but everyone is welcome! We want to share the love of the movies we grew up on and that haunted us with the young and uninitiated LOL!

Please do not drop off children, a parent or guardian must accompany them.

 

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

Family reading

Join Family Hui for a morning of music and movement! Children and caregivers are invited to sing, move, and explore rhythm together.

Please Register at: Music and Movement with Family Hui Hawaii

All programs are subject to change.  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.

neon lightbulb with brain inside

Show & Tell isn’t just for preschool! Bring an object and share its story!

Every 3rd Thursday of the month, join us at the library to share those small objects with big meaning, whether it’s a collectible figurine, hobby item, souvenirs from a trip or a favorite book. If there’s an item that’s too big to bring, bring in a photograph.

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

a sprouting plant held by two hands

Stop by the library to grab your FREE seedling (while supplies last)! Held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a limit of one seedling per patron. Seedlings generously donated by Lowes Kahului. 

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.

popcorn and filmstrip

Attention all GenX’ers and Millennials and 80’s movie buffs! Do you wish you could share your generational trauma with those who have no idea about the entertainment we endured? then you should try out the library’s brand new movie club!

The Kahului Public Library will be hosting an 80’s Movie Club!

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, the library will show an 80’s film.

This is intended to be an adult program, but everyone is welcome! We want to share the love of the movies we grew up on and that haunted us with the young and uninitiated LOL!

Please do not drop off children, a parent or guardian must accompany them.

 

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

Books&Coffee

Every 2nd Thursday of the month. If you love books you’ll love our book club! Come for an hour. YOU choose the book, no assigned reading. Share about what you’re reading or just enjoy the quiet company.

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

neon lightbulb with brain inside

Show & Tell isn’t just for preschool! Bring an object and share its story!

Every 3rd Thursday of the month, join us at the library to share those small objects with big meaning, whether it’s a collectible figurine, hobby item, souvenirs from a trip or a favorite book. If there’s an item that’s too big to bring, bring in a photograph.

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 at librarieshawaii.org/events.

a sprouting plant held by two hands

Stop by the library to grab your FREE seedling (while supplies last)! Held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a limit of one seedling per patron. Seedlings generously donated by Lowes Kahului. 

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.

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 50
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 5
Magazines 25
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.

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