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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 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
- April 11, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Community, Learning, Music, Reading programs, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- April 11, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Artists unite! Join the Teen Art Party and spend time working on personal art projects or these drop-in crafts:
- friendship bracelets
- keychain charms
This program is suitable for middle schoolers and high schoolers.
Space is limited: contact the library to reserve your spot.
Refreshments will be provided while supplies last.
This program is brought to you by our Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.). Join T.A.G. to learn more!
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.
- April 14, 2026 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Categories: Community, Culture, Entertainment, Games, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- April 14, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Categories: Community, Culture, History, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Learn Hawaiian language basics with Kumu Kaʻuhane.
The same class will be offered monthly. Feel free to attend each one and improve your skills!
Contact the library to sign-up: 808-327-4327.
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.
- April 15, 2026
- Categories: Books, Community, Entertainment, Poetry
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Visit the library and build a unique poem using the titles of young adult books!
- Teens are invited to submit stacks of poetry April 1st through April 18th.
- Voting is open to all ages from April 21st through April 30th.
- The winner will be contacted on May 1st to select a gift card of their choice!
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.
- April 15, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
- Categories: Community, Health & Wellness, Learning, Poetry, Writing
- Contact: 808-327-4327
I ka ‘ōlelo nō ke ola, i ka ‘ōlelo nō ka make. “In language there is life, in language there is death.” — ʻŌlelo Noʻeau #1191 (Mary Kawena Pukui, 1983)
This interactive poetry workshop invites participants to explore identity, healing, and connection through storytelling and creative writing. Using shared readings and guided prompts, participants will write and share original poems in a supportive, welcoming space. No prior poetry experience is needed; brand-new writers are welcome and encouraged.
Travis Kaululāʻau Thompson is a poet and teaching artist with the Youth Poet Laureate program in Hawaiʻi, supporting young people to find their voice through poetry. Since 2003, he has been part of Hawaiʻi’s spoken word movement as a co-founder of Youth Speaks Hawaiʻi and a director with Pacific Tongues. He has performed on stages ranging from Lahainaluna High School to the Nuyorican Poets Café, and has taught in classrooms, juvenile detention centers, and cultural institutions across the islands. Through this work, he brings a deep commitment to storytelling, youth voice, and community healing.
This workshop is open to all ages. Pens and notebooks will be provided by the Archive for Health, Arts, and Spirit (AHAS).
Mahalo nui to the AHAS and 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. For a schedule of events, go to the HSPLS Events Calendar.
- April 15, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Categories: Books, Branch book clubs, Entertainment, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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.
- April 18, 2026 @ 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.
*Schedule differs this month, no storytime during the week of Easter*
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.
- April 18, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Learning
- Contact: 808-327-4327
Design and build otherworldly LEGO architecture fit for the Space Age!
This program is suitable for ages 10-18.
Spaces are limited: contact the library to make a reservation. Reservations will apply to all events within this series:
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Saturday, May 23, 2026 (TBD)
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
Mahalo nui to Oculus Architecture | Design, AIA Honolulu, and F.O.L.K. for sponsoring this 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. For a schedule of events, go to HSPLS Events Calendar.
- April 18, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Community, Entertainment, Games, Learning, Science, Technology
- Contact: 808-327-4327
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 |
