Līhuʻe Public Library

Address

4344 Hardy St, Lihue, HI 96766, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-241-3222

Lihue Public Library

About

Welcome to the Līhuʻe Public Library! We are the largest library on Kauaʻi, located in central Līhuʻe within walking distance of many State and County buildings. Designed by architect Stephen Oyakawa, our 22,300 sq. ft. building is distinguished by its arc-shaped roof and lava rock walls. We serve as the regional library and Federal Depository for Kauaʻi. In 2013, our library underwent extensive ADA renovations with facility upgrades and improvements.


Upcoming events at this branch

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Join the Kaua’i Live Poets Society for a relaxed poetry workshop at the Lihue Public Library. Open to new members of all skill levels!

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.

A group of Women holding Hands

Motherhood is a journey full of  joys and challenges, and every mom’s experience is unique.  Whether you’re a new mom, working mom, single mom,  step-mom or a mom who is navigating challenging circumstances, this group is here to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to share experiences, seek advice,  and find comfort in a community that understands.  Share your story with us!

This is a kid-free zone to focus on connecting with other moms, so please arrange for child care prior to attending.

For more information please email:

email Mom’s Support Group on Kauai

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.

Open book with a castle on top

Are you a parent or caregiver to a little one, between the ages of 0 to 2 years old?

Bring your tiny reader to a special storytime program at the library just for babies and their caregivers.

Join us for age-appropriate stories, silly songs and rhymes, and top it all off with sensory play time.

It is sure to be fun for our smallest library users and their loved ones!

Recommended for ages 0-2.

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.

green tree with purple blooms growing out of a book

The First Thursday Memory Catchers is a poetry group dedicated to the art of “memory catching”. This group brings together the importance of memory in poetry and teaches how to use poetry as a memory keeper. All are welcome!

Bring writing materials.  A suggested prompt will kick off the relaxed storytelling or the letter writing format encouraged.

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.

cartoon animals reading a book

Do you have a wiggly, giggly 3 to 5 year old on your hands? Join us for Preschool Storytime as we listen to stories, shake our sillies out as we dance to funny songs and rhymes, and top it all off with a simple craft you can take home with you.

This month’s theme: “Getting Ready for School”. Learn all about the things we need to do to get ourselves ready for the day!

This program is recommended for ages 3 to 5 only. See our Baby & Me storytime for younger ages, and our Lego Club for older ages.

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.

random assortment of legos

Calling all upper elementary and middle school LEGO builders and burgeoning engineers!

Join us at the library for Lihue LEGO Club, where exciting building challenges using LEGO blocks await.

This event is recommended for children ages 8-12.

See you there!

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.

Renowned Kaua’i woodcarving artist Kenneth Kamakana Bray delivers us a demonstration of natural Hawaiian soft wood carving and leads a freestyle workshop for all-skill levels 18 and up who want to discover the fun of woodcarving.

Registration not required, supplies will be provided and limited.

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.

photo of teddy bear modelling kids crafts

Join us for afternoon of fun, freestyle arts and crafts! Let your imagination run wild and create something totally unique.

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.

Renowned Kaua’i woodcarving artist Kenneth Kamakana Bray delivers us a demonstration of natural Hawaiian soft wood carving and leads a freestyle workshop for all-skill levels 18 and up who want to discover the fun of woodcarving.

Registration not required, supplies will be provided and limited.

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.

Renowned Kaua’i woodcarving artist Kenneth Kamakana Bray delivers us a demonstration of natural Hawaiian soft wood carving and leads a freestyle workshop for all-skill levels 18 and up who want to discover the fun of woodcarving.

Registration not required, supplies will be provided and limited.

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 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 27
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 15
Magazines 40
Newspapers 5
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT | In holiday observance of Statehood Day, all public libraries will be closed on Friday, August 15, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday 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 | Northstar Digital Literacy will have a scheduled downtime on Thursday, July 17 starting at 6pm HST, in order to implement improvements. Northstar will be unavailable during this time. We expect the downtime to last 2 hours. Mahalo for your patience.

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.