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

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.

Teen Cinema Club Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Movie fans are invited to join the Teen Cinema Club for our first meeting, featuring a screening of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (PG-13).

Bring a movie suggestion for next month’s meeting and come in costume for a chance to win a gift card to Puna Chocolate Company!

This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.

Classic movie snacks & Halloween treats will be served 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. 

4 women singing outside at night, light bulbs above

Come hear the sounds of the SeaNotes, a female barbershop quartet ready to enchant you!

Their unique blend of tight harmonies and classic songs will transport you to another time. Experience the charm of barbershop music performed by four sensational voices.

Featuring:

Karen Harrison, bass: Karen joined the SeaNotes several years ago and is so grateful because it’s so much fun. She has been singing with Kona Choral Society for 14 years.

Peg Beauchamp, tenor: Peg grew up in a family of musicians and began performing as a young girl, singing and playing cello. She has performed all over the world and now lives on the Big Island!

B Hoist, baritone: B has been surrounded with music her whole life, but only in the past 7 years discovered female barbershop singing. She is extremely grateful and lucky to be singing with Peg, Karen and Barb.

Barb Fraley, lead: Classically trained in her youth, Barb has been a life-long choral singer and occasional soloist. She has sung with Kona Choral Society for 6 years. New to the barbershop style, Barb is enjoying every minute of it!

This program is proudly sponsored by Friends of the Libraries, Kona. (F.O.L.K.)

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.

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.

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 second 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 on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Vibrant Hawai‘i logo

Social Service Navigator Heather Rosehill from Vibrant Hawaii will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting.

Fridays, 11am – 4pm on October 3, 24, 31.

Get help with housing applications, SNAP, financial assistance (SSI/SSDI, TANF) and necessary documents, MedQuest, Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, emergency rental aid, and more.

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.

Ahu'ena Heiau in Kamakahonu Bay Kailua-Kona; wooden structure on rock platform in ocean

Learn about a variety of traditional Hawaiian cultural arts with a small hands-on activity.

This month learn to make lauhala ornaments!

For adults only. Space is limited.

Please contact the library to sign-up.

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.

Circuitry Workshop Series 2

Attend our second circuitry workshop series for an introduction to more circuits and concepts!

  • Circuit sketching: Learn the format electrical engineers use to put their work on paper!
  • Simulations: Use TinkerCAD to visualize the key principles of electrical engineering!
  • Resistor & LEDs: Get hands-on and test your design with actual electrical components!

Series Dates

  • Saturday, November 1
  • Saturday, November 8
  • Saturday, November 15

This program is suitable for ages 10-18. Space is limited: contact the library to reserve your spot.

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. 

singer Maka Gallinger holding ukulele in natural background

This November, enjoy the sounds and voices of our community by celebrating our local musicians!

Featuring: Maka Gallinger and Eli Ka’imilani

Maka is a Hawaiian advocate, activist, singer-songwriter, recording artist and accomplished performer on the Island of Hawai’i. Known for her unique ukulele play style, versatility and powerful voice, Maka continues to create music that is true to who she is. Her music blends tones of reggae, Latin and island sounds with lyrics that will uplift and inspire the listener.  Her album “Simple Life,” released in Dec of 2023, was a Na Hoku HanoHano Award finalist for “Reggae Album of The Year.”

Young children must be accompanied by 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.

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.