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

Vibrant Hawai‘i logo

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the October 17th event is cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

A smiling clock with a stack of books and the text "Preschool Storytime"

Join Julia for stories, songs, and play to strengthen our preschoolers’ early literacy skills!

This program is suitable for ages 3-5 years old.

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 Book Club

Join Teen Book Club, where we meet once a month to discuss young adult books. New participants are welcome and encouraged to bring suggestions!

At our October meeting, we will discuss, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, the first book in Ransom Rigg’s dark fantasy series. Copies of the book are available for pick-up at our Circulation Desk.

Join our discussion in-person or contact the library for virtual access. See the film adaptation at our first-ever Teen Cinema Club movie matinee on Tuesday, October 28th! 

This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.

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. 

T.A.G. Meeting Teen Advisory Group Join the T.A.G. Team!

From planning programs to curating collections, here is your chance to get involved at the library and build community with like-minded teens!

Join our Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G) to tailor young adult library services, spaces, and collections to your interests. Being a T.A.G. team member is also a great way to earn volunteer service hours and leadership experience throughout the year. Visit the Young Adult Room to pick up an application.

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.

graphic of multicolored cjess pieces

Have you ever played chess? Do you want to learn? Are you an avid player and want to help others learn how to play?
Whatever your level of chess play we invite you to come and enjoy the game, learn new skills, share a little competition and get your chess on!

This program is open to all ages and levels of play.

We are dedicating a space every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30-5:30pm with a limited supply of boards and a handful of volunteers to bring the excitement of chess to our community.

If you are interested in volunteering, please call for more information.

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.

Hawaiian Language Beginner's class for adults

Learn Hawaiian language basics with Kumu Kaʻuhane. 

The same class will offered monthly. Feel free to attend each one and improve your skills!

Contact the library to sign-up: 808-327-4327.

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.

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.

heluhelu quiz bowl team meeting

Do you enjoy reading, trivia, and teamwork? Join the Page Masters, a competitive book club for youth in the 4th through 7th grades.

Together, team members will read, study, and prepare for participation in the annual Big Island Heluhelu Quiz Bowl (April 16, 2026) for a chance to win top prizes and meet an award-winning author. 

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.

Letters AI on computer microchip, lit up, surrounded by computer motherboard parts

What is AI?

Want to know what all the hype is about?

What is it for and how do we use it?

Presenter Lawrence Hunter will take you through the basics and answer all your questions!

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.

HSPLS Logo, Family Hui Logo, "Embracing Your Journey as Your Child's First Teacher" Guide Book Cover and Registration QR Code and link (familyhui.as.me/jwhawaii)

Join Family Hui Hawai’i for:

  • 4 interactive workshops for families with young children 0-5 years old
  • Learning through play with your child
  • Receive a copy of the Embracing Your Journey As Your Child’s First Teacher family guide
  • Receive children’s books and take-home activities weekly

This is the first in a four-part series, on four consecutive Thursdays: 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

Pre-registration is required (familyhui.as.me/jwhawaii): Register with Family Hui Hawai’i!

This program is suitable for families. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver.

Mahalo nui to Family Hui Hawai’i for leading this program series!

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.

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

ALERT | In holiday observance of Veterans Day, all public libraries will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Thanksgiving Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.