Lanai Public and School Library

Temporary Hours | Effective February 28, 2022

SundayClosed
Monday9:00am-11:00am
12:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am-11:00am
12:00pm-4:00pm
Wednesday9:00am-11:00am
12:00pm-4:00pm
Thursday12:00pm-4:00pm
5:00pm-7:00pm
Friday12:00pm-4:00pm
SaturdayClosed

For information on Passport processing hours and requirements, click here.

Address

555 Fraser Ave, Lanai City, HI 96763, United States
808-565-7920
Photo of Lanai branch building

About

Welcome to the Lanai Public and School Library! Designed by architect Edwin T. Murayama, our library opened its doors to the public on Oct. 15, 1975. Our public and school library is the seventh such facility in the state and the first in Maui county. Our library is the only place on the island that provides free Internet access and Wi-Fi for library card holders.


Ohana Readers and Imagination Library logosThe Lanai Public and School Library participates in ʻOhana Readers, a literacy program that focuses on reading with family as an affiliate program of Dolly Partonʻs Imagination Library. The program offers high-quality, age-appropriate Imagination Library books each month to children who are under the age of five. Dolly Partonʻs Imagination Library program is a zip code based mailing program. Families must live in the Lanai zip code (96763) to participate. 

To register, 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, click here.


Upcoming events at this branch

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Calling all keiki! Join us for a FREE art workshop, and let your imagination run wild as you sculpt air dry clay into fantastical or realistic creatures. If you wish to make a critter that defies gravity, you will learn how to create a skeleton-like base crafted from armature wire to support your clay! No matter what you imagine, your freestanding creations will stand strong as you explore the possibilities of patterns, textures, and details. Will you make creatures you’ve seen in the world around us or ones that are purely invented?

Sponsored in partner with Hui No`eau Visual Arts Center.

NO REGISTRATION FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

SPACE IS LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS PER SESSION:

SESSION 1 – 12:00pm 

SESSION 2 – 2:00pm 

SESSION 3 – 3:00pm 

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Please help keep each other healthy.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

Join us on the last Thursday of each month for construction fun!!

No hard hats needed.  Just put on your creativity cap and use your imagination to build tones of fun of all sorts.  Great STEM toys will be provided for use in the library.  This free program is suitable for adults, teens and children ages 3 and up. Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm monthly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID19. Please help keep each other healthy.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Join us on the last Thursday of each month for construction fun!!

No hard hats needed.  Just put on your creativity cap and use your imagination to build tones of fun of all sorts.  Great STEM toys will be provided for use in the library.  This free program is suitable for adults, teens and children ages 3 and up. Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm monthly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID19. Please help keep each other healthy.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Aunty Chelsea holding a book for children's storytime

Story time is a wonderful way to explore the world of books with stories and music. Join us as we share very simple books and songs weekly with our youngest library visitors and caregivers.

We hope to see you here.

Stories, Sing-A-Longs & Fingerplays

This 30-minute program is recommended for ages 3 and older. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Please check with the library (808-565-7920) to confirm weekly sessions as schedules are subject to change. Programs will not be held on State holidays.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library 7 days prior to the program date. We will make every attempt to fulfill all requests for accommodations. All programs are subject to change.

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID‐19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID‐19. Please help keep each other healthy.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 12:00PM-4:00PM -
Tuesday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 12:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 12:00PM-4:00PM -
Thursday 12:00PM-4:00PM & 5:00PM-7:00PM -
Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 9
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 6
Magazines 60
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | The HSPLS website will undergo system maintenance on Thursday, March 9th from 8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. HST. Some online services may be temporarily unavailable during this time. We apologize to our patrons for this inconvenience.

In state observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole Day, most public libraries will be closed on Monday, March 27, 2023.  Oahu libraries that are normally open on Sundays will be closed to observe the holiday on March 26th and be open on Monday, March 27th. Libraries that are normally closed on Mondays will observe the holiday and be closed on Tuesday, March 28th.