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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 Hawaii 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
- June 10, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- June 10, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Unplug and unleash your creativity! Join our paint-by-numbers party to create your very own masterpiece.
Light refreshments will be provided while supplies last.
This program is suitable for young adults ages 12-18 years old.
Program spaces are limited. Contact the library to secure 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.
- June 12, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Categories: Community
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, visit the Kailua-Kona Public Library to meet with a Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi representative. The representative is able to assist with the following information needs:
- Accessing vital documents: birth certificates, social security cards, and state IDs
- Completing the online application for extended Legal Aid services
Please note that completing an application for service does not mean that Legal Aid will be able to assist you. Your application will be evaluated by a member of Legal Aid’s intake department for eligibility.
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.
- June 13, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies, Learning, Music
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Join us on Fridays at the Kailua-Kona Public Library for a free film screening!
June 13th’s Friday Film: In the Heights (PG-13, 142 min)
Light refreshments will be provided while supplies last.
Mahalo nui to the Friends of the Libraries, Kona (F.O.L.K.) for generously 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.
- June 14, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Categories: Books, Entertainment, Games, Learning, Music, Reading programs
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Calling all middle schoolers & high schoolers! Tune in to this year’s Summer Reading Challenge with the Kailua-Kona Public Library’s Read-apalooza Young Adult BINGO Card!
Complete 5 tasks in a row (horizontally, vertically, diagonally) to earn a raffle ticket for a $50.00 gift card of your choosing!
The Young Adult BINGO Card task options include:
- Attending YA programs at the Kailua-Kona Public Library;
- Curating our collaborative Spotify playlist;
- Exploring different YA genres and formats;
- Participating in the YA Programming Survey;
- Reading or Listening to award-winning YA titles; and
- Registering for the Summer Reading Challenge
Ready to play? Visit the Kailua-Kona Public Library as of Saturday, May 31st to pick up a Read-apalooza Young Adult BINGO Card. Once you complete 5 tasks in a row, see Kauʻi the Young Adult Librarian to redeem your raffle ticket.
- Raffle tickets must be redeemed by Saturday, August 2nd.
- One lucky winner will be contacted on Tuesday, August 5th.
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.
- June 14, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Books, Learning, Science
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Design and build your own fantastic LEGO creations inspired by real structures and imaginative stories!
This program is suitable for ages 8-18. Spaces are limited: contact the library to make a reservation.
Mahalo nui to Oculus Architecture | Design, AIA Honolulu, and F.O.L.K. for generously 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.
- June 14, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Community, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- June 14, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Categories: Books, Learning, Writing
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Author of the picture book Little Lighthouse, Matias Arredondo, will present his book and teach aspiring authors about writing children’s books.
For adults who are aspiring writers or simply interested!
We will also host an event with author Matias Arredondo for keiki and ‘ohana on July 19th!
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.
- June 17, 2025 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- June 17, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Categories: Dance, Entertainment, Learning, Music
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Mr. Kneel uses beatboxing and rhymes in an exploration of song and poetry that is sure to tickle your imagination!
For all ages; 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.
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 |
