Laupāhoehoe Public and School Library

The library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.

The meeting room is temporarily closed for public use as we work on a heat mitigation solution. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Mahalo!

Address

35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupahoehoe, HI 96764, USA
Directions

TEL: 808-962-2229

Laupahoehoe Public and School Library

About

Welcome to the Laupāhoehoe Public and School Library! Designed by Richard S. Matsunaga and Associates, we opened in 1973 but earthquake damage closed us for nearly a year. We reopened in 1974 on the campus of the Laupāhoehoe Community Public Charter School. We are one of the few Hawai‘i Island libraries to offer a meeting room for public use.


Upcoming events at this branch

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NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us as we have free build with LEGOs each week.

Limited supply, on a first come basis. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

Movie Marquee with the words Kids' Movie Matinee surrounded by pink curtains

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us for a children’s movie selected with care each week. Appropriate for children 5+, younger children are welcome but 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.

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Join us on Monday evening for a casual and relaxing poetry group. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own poetry or some of their favorites for open readings and discussions of all things poetry.

Attendance is free!

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.

9 lego blocks

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us as we have free build with LEGOs each week.

Limited supply, on a first come basis. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

Movie Marquee with the words Kids' Movie Matinee surrounded by pink curtains

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us for a children’s movie selected with care each week. Appropriate for children 5+, younger children are welcome but 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.

ADRC Hawaii Logo of 4 hands crossed with the additional text of "Aging Safely" above.

The Aging and Disability Resource Center will be presenting information on programs and resources to help kūpuna age safely. The objective is to help people remain safe and independent. As Benjamin Franklin said, “An ounce of wisdom is worth a pound of cure.”

Topics to include:

  • The Aging and Disability Resource Center
  • Services and resources offered by the Office of Aging and other county departments
  • What services may be covered by your health insurance
  • How to access these resources

This is a free presentation offered by ADRC for seniors and/or their caregivers.


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.

9 lego blocks

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us as we have free build with LEGOs each week.

Limited supply, on a first come basis. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

Movie Marquee with the words Kids' Movie Matinee surrounded by pink curtains

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us for a children’s movie selected with care each week. Appropriate for children 5+, younger children are welcome but 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.

9 lego blocks

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us as we have free build with LEGOs each week.

Limited supply, on a first come basis. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult 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.

Movie Marquee with the words Kids' Movie Matinee surrounded by pink curtains

NOTE: Laupahoehoe Library’s phones have been intermittently unavailable due to issues with the line. Please call one of the other Library Branches for assistance.


Join us for a children’s movie selected with care each week. Appropriate for children 5+, younger children are welcome but 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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 12:00PM-4:00PM & 5:00PM-7:00PM -
Tuesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Thursday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Friday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday CLOSED -
Sunday CLOSED -

Access

Parking spots 13
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 8
Magazines 16
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

In observance of Labor Day, all public libraries will be closed August 30 to September 1, 2025.

ALERT | 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.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.