Welcome to the Makawao Public Library! Designed by architect Edwin Murayama, the library opened on Feb. 22, 1969. Our library provides services to the Makawao community as well as the Upcountry area of Hāli‘imaile, Pukalani, Haʻikū and Kula. In 2014, our library celebrated 45 years of service!

Front of Makawao Library Every Wednesday 1:30-4:30 PM, except holidays
Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, document guidance for the SNAP program.
SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program which helps families struggling in today’s economy to afford healthy food from local markets & grocery stores. SNAP benefits can even be used to purchase food bearing seeds and plants.
*If it is a burden to come to the library, you can contact 808-852-1020 or 808- 348- 4718 to arrange for a home consultation.
For more information – Project Vision Hawaii
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.

Makawao Library December Storytimes will be held on the library back lawn at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, December 10 and at 11:00 am on Friday, December 19. Stay tuned for future storytime dates.
Bring your keiki to enjoy stories, songs, movement, and crafts — just right for ages 5 and under!
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 ages are invited to enjoy creating creating holiday garlands to decorate the library, your home, and anything else you like!
Materials provided. Bring your creativity and good cheer.
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.

Front of Makawao Library Every Wednesday 1:30-4:30 PM, except holidays
Get direct help with program questions, application submission, renewal assistance, application follow-up, Kokua Card assistance, document guidance for the SNAP program.
SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program which helps families struggling in today’s economy to afford healthy food from local markets & grocery stores. SNAP benefits can even be used to purchase food bearing seeds and plants.
*If it is a burden to come to the library, you can contact 808-852-1020 or 808- 348- 4718 to arrange for a home consultation.
For more information – Project Vision Hawaii
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 ages are invited to enjoy creating creating holiday cards at Makawao Library. Materials provided. Bring your creativity and good cheer.
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.

Makawao Library December Storytimes will be held on the library back lawn at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, December 10 and at 11:00 am on Friday, December 19. Stay tuned for future storytime dates.
Bring your keiki to enjoy stories, songs, movement, and crafts — just right for ages 5 and under!
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.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Parking spots | 22 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 1 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Computers | 10 |
| Magazines | 86 |
| Newspapers | 3 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Friends' book store | No |
| Free computer classes | Yes |
| Meeting rooms | No |
| Photocopying | Yes |
| Test proctoring services | No |