Welcome to the Kapaʻa Public Library! Our library, which opened on Mar. 12, 1955, celebrated 60 years of service in 2015. It serves the largest population center on Kauai and is one of two oceanfront public libraries in Hawai‘i. Our library has a “small-town” atmosphere with its cozy building but also offers the latest technology, including free Wi-Fi.
The Kapaʻa Public Library participates in ʻOhana Readers, a literacy program that focuses on reading with family as an affiliate program of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program offers high-quality, age-appropriate Imagination Library books each month to children who are under the age of five.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program is a zip code based mailing program. Families must live in these specific Kauaʻi zip codes to participate.
To register, click your ZIP code to download the registration form or visit the branch. You may return the form by mail or drop it off at the branch. The participating library will also offer programs that complement the books the children receive, and will provide other activities to promote literacy and reading.
For more information, visit the ‘Ohana Readers website.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.

Adults are invited to join us for a movie, featuring a screening of Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13), adapted from the book by Kevin Kwan.
This program is suitable for 13+.
Light refreshments will be served while supplies last. Guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottle to help us reduce waste.
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.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.
What is a zine? Attend our workshop and get ready to unleash your artistic talent, express yourself, and socialize.
This program is for teens (ages 13-17), and will be held in our meeting room at Kapaʻa Public Library, on November 21, from 3pm-4pm.
Light refreshments will be served while supplies last. Guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottle to help reduce waste.
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.

Teens are invited to join us for a movie, featuring a screening of The Sun is Also a Star, based on the young adult novel by Nicola Yoon.
This program is suitable for teens (ages 13-17).
Light refreshments will be served while supplies last. Guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottle to help us reduce waste.
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.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.

Weekly Wednesday Story Time at Kapaa Public Library!
Story time is for approximately 2-4 year old children and their parent/guardian.
Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kapaa Public Library.
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 HSPLS Events Calendar.

Celebrate the holiday season at the Library!
Santa Claus will be spreading joy through a delightful 30-minute story session, sharing beloved holiday tales, and taking photos with keiki and their families. Use your own camera to capture the special moment with Santa! Keiki will receive a special gift, while supplies last.
Recommended for children ages 3 to 6, but all ages are welcome to this free event. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-4:00 PM - |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM-3:00 PM & 4:00 PM-7:00 PM - |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-4:00 PM - |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00PM-4:00 PM - |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Parking spots | 42 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 2 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Computers | 7 |
| Magazines | 15 |
| Newspapers | 2 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Friends' book store | No |
| Free computer classes | No |
| Meeting rooms | Yes |
| Photocopying | Yes |
| Test proctoring services | No |
ALERT #1 | Support Hawaiʻi’s communities by donating canned and nonperishable food items at your local public library now through November 14.
ALERT #2 | 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.