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

Musician Playing Ukulele Guitar

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with music instructor Randy Fonseca. For new and beginning players. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

DoReMi Music

Aunty Sherie brings Music and Movement to the library! Children will explore musical themes and instruments with fun, engaging activities.  Best for ages 2 – 4. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

Art in Schools Month Logo (2025)

Celebrate Hawaiian culture with crafts and song! All materials provided by Friends of the Mountain View Library. For ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

Legs of a person in white sneakers playing hopscotch on sidewalk.

Fun for the whole family! Come and play (or learn) “old-school” games like hopscotch, jacks, hula-hoops, bean bag tic-tac-toe and other classic games with library staff. For ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

person playing mahjong

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.

 

Musician Playing Ukulele Guitar

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with music instructor Randy Fonseca. For new and beginning players. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

DoReMi Music

Aunty Sherie brings Music and Movement to the library! Children will explore musical themes and instruments with fun, engaging activities.  Best for ages 2 – 4. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

Child playing pink ukulele

Learn to play simple songs on the ukulele with Uncle Randy. Join us and have some fun! Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

Art in Schools Month Logo (2025)

Celebrate Hawaiian culture with crafts and song! All materials provided by Friends of the Mountain View Library. For ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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.

Legs of a person in white sneakers playing hopscotch on sidewalk.

Fun for the whole family! Come and play (or learn) “old-school” games like hopscotch, jacks, hula-hoops, bean bag tic-tac-toe and other classic games with library staff. For ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Participants eligible for a Mountain View Adventure stamp.

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

ALERT | In holiday observance of King Kamehameha I Day, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.