Kōloa Public and School Library

Address

3451 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI 96756, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-742-8455

Front entrance of Koloa Public and School Library

About

Welcome to the Kōloa Public and School Library! Our library was designed by Wilson Okamoto and Associates and opened in June 1976. Our 10,400 sq. ft. library serves students of Koloa Elementary  and communities of Kōloa, Poʻipū, Kukui‘ula, ʻŌmaʻo, Lāwaʻi and Kalāheo.

 


Upcoming events at this branch

Storytime Alligator

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am – 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am – 11:00am). Recommended for little ones ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.  Keiki must be accompanied by their caregivers.


Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kōloa 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.

Turn a pink eraser into a work of art!  Teens will carve, ink and print their own designs while learning the basics of printmaking in a relaxed, creative space.

Teen Craft Night is every second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 – 7:00 pm through May.

March 11 – April 8 – May 13

This program is for teens in grades 6-12.


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.

Storytime Alligator

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am – 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am – 11:00am). Recommended for little ones ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.  Keiki must be accompanied by their caregivers.


Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kōloa 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.

Legos

Looking for something to do during Spring break?  Join us for Legos in the Library!  Complete a lego challenge or work independently.  Come build, create and imagine.

All legos will be on display in the library after the program.  This opportunity is for keiki ages 5 and up.

Don’t forget to visit the Friends of the Kōloa Library Used Book Sale either before or after the 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. All programs are subject to change. See a schedule of upcoming events at HSPLS Events Calendar.

Storytime Alligator

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am – 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am – 11:00am). Recommended for little ones ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.  Keiki must be accompanied by their caregivers.


Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kōloa 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.

Storytime Alligator

Join us every Tuesday morning for playtime (10:00am – 10:30am) followed by a storytime program Tuesday Tales & Tunes (10:30am – 11:00am). Recommended for little ones ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome.  Keiki must be accompanied by their caregivers.


Programming and supplies supported by the Friends of the Kōloa 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.

Game Night Scrabble

Games bring people together—come join the fun!

The library will have a selection of board games, card games, and puzzles for kids, teens, and adults to enjoy. Bring your family, bring your friends, or come on your own and join the fun!


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.

Pineapple Block Print

Explore the Art of Block Printing

Participants will create lei flower blocks to print on paper and fabric during the course of this four week workshop.

Week 1 – April 2: Introduction to Printmaking

Week 2 – April 9: Transferring Images

Week 3 – April 16: Carving

Week 4 – April 23: Printing

Space is limited, please call or visit the library to reserve your spot.  No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided.  Participants should plan to attend all four weeks.

Mahalo to Charlie Hiramoto and the Friends of the Kōloa Library for supporting this workshop.


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.

Pineapple Block Print

Explore the Art of Block Printing

Participants will create lei flower blocks to print on paper and fabric during the course of this four week workshop.

Week 1 – April 2: Introduction to Printmaking

Week 2 – April 9: Transferring Images

Week 3 – April 16: Carving

Week 4 – April 23: Printing

Space is limited, please call or visit the library to reserve your spot.  No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided.  Participants should plan to attend all four weeks.

Mahalo to Charlie Hiramoto and the Friends of the Kōloa Library for supporting this workshop.


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.

Pineapple Block Print

Explore the Art of Block Printing

Participants will create lei flower blocks to print on paper and fabric during the course of this four week workshop.

Week 1 – April 2: Introduction to Printmaking

Week 2 – April 9: Transferring Images

Week 3 – April 16: Carving

Week 4 – April 23: Printing

Space is limited, please call or visit the library to reserve your spot.  No experience is necessary and all supplies will be provided.  Participants should plan to attend all four weeks.

Mahalo to Charlie Hiramoto and the Friends of the Kōloa Library for supporting this workshop.


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 - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 PM - 4:00PM
Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 14
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 6
Magazines 12
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Presidents' Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, February 14 to 16, 2026.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, March 26, 2026.