Mountain View Public and School Library

Address

18-1235 Volcano Hwy, Mountain View, HI 96771
Directions

TEL: 808-968-2322

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About

Welcome to the Mountain View Public and School Library! Located on the Mountain View Elementary School campus, our library opened on May 16, 1977. We serve students and faculty as well as upper Puna and Volcano area residents. Our library features historical articles, event brochures, projects, and many photos of the surrounding area.


Upcoming events at this branch

Stack of mahjong tiles.

Join the “club” and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Event will not be held on State holidays.

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.

 

Vibrant Hawai‘i logo

Stephanie Ha’o, a Social Service Navigator with Vibrant Hawai‘i, will be on hand to provide assistance with:

Emergency Rental Assistance | Financial Empowerment
Mental Health Resources | Domestic Violence Support
Family Support Services | Senior Assistance | SNAP
Health Insurance | Disability Assistance | Application
Assistance Employment Assistance | Childcare Services

No reservations necessary. Vibrant Hawai‘i is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering community well-being, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability across the Hawaiian Islands.

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.

Vertical rows of LEGO minifigure heads with different expressions

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome.

This program will not take place on State holidays.

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.

Young girl drawing on paper with a color pencil

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

Join us for new creations each week! All materials provided.

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.

Stack of mahjong tiles.

Join the “club” and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Event will not be held on State holidays.

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.

 

Vibrant Hawai‘i logo

Stephanie Ha’o, a Social Service Navigator with Vibrant Hawai‘i, will be on hand to provide assistance with:

Emergency Rental Assistance | Financial Empowerment
Mental Health Resources | Domestic Violence Support
Family Support Services | Senior Assistance | SNAP
Health Insurance | Disability Assistance | Application
Assistance Employment Assistance | Childcare Services

No reservations necessary. Vibrant Hawai‘i is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering community well-being, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability across the Hawaiian Islands.

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.

Vertical rows of LEGO minifigure heads with different expressions

Let your imagination soar on Wednesday afternoons! Bricks and build plates provided. All skill levels are welcome.

This program will not take place on State holidays.

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.

Young girl drawing on paper with a color pencil

“Every child is an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

Join us for new creations each week! All materials provided.

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.

Stack of mahjong tiles.

Join the “club” and learn how to play this game from 19th century China. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

Event will not be held on State holidays.

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.

 

Vibrant Hawai‘i logo

Stephanie Ha’o, a Social Service Navigator with Vibrant Hawai‘i, will be on hand to provide assistance with:

Emergency Rental Assistance | Financial Empowerment
Mental Health Resources | Domestic Violence Support
Family Support Services | Senior Assistance | SNAP
Health Insurance | Disability Assistance | Application
Assistance Employment Assistance | Childcare Services

No reservations necessary. Vibrant Hawai‘i is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering community well-being, cultural preservation, and environmental sustainability across the Hawaiian Islands.

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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 12:00PM-3:00PM & 4:00PM-7:00PM -
Tuesday 12:00PM-3:00PM & 4:00PM-7:00PM -
Wednesday 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM -
Thursday 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM -
Friday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday CLOSED - CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 11
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 7
Magazines 32
Newspapers 2
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

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.