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Kapaʻa Public Library
About
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.
- 96703 (Anahola) | Download Application
- 96714 (Hanalei/Wainiha/Hāʻena) | Download Application
- 96722 (Princeville) | Download Application
- 96752 (Kekaha) | Download Application
- 96754 (Kīlauea) | Download Application
- 96796 (Waimea) | Download Application
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.
Upcoming events at this branch
- September 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- September 23, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Categories: Causes, Community, Environment, Health & Wellness, Learning, Technology
- Contact: 808-821-4422
Come talk story with the Hawai‘i Climate Commission and share your ideas, concerns, and vision for our islands. Your in-person feedback will help guide the development of the Climate Action Pathways (CAP), a plan to build more affordable, safe, and healthy communities for everyone in Hawai‘i.
This is your chance to make your voice heard and be part of the solution as we work together toward a climate-resilient future.
For more information, visit the Hawai‘i Climate Action Pathways website. Copies of the CAP and executive summary are available at your local 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. Program schedule is subject to change.
- September 24, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- October 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- October 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- October 15, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- October 22, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- October 29, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- November 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
- November 12, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Categories: Arts & Crafts, Learning, Storytime (for kids)
- Contact: 808-821-4422
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.
Hours
| 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 |
Access
| Parking spots | 42 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 2 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Services
| 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 |
