Mountain View Public and School Library

PARKING UPDATE
Recent bus transportation issues mean that more parents and caregivers are picking up their children after school. To ensure the safety of students, the front center gates to the parking lot will be closed:

**  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday            1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
**  Wednesday                                                    12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

We anticipate that this is a temporary situation and will continue to work with the school administration. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we support the safety of our keiki.

Mahalo!

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

person playing mahjong

Join the “club” to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. 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.

 

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store book cover

We will be meeting online on Tuesday, 3/25/25 at 5pm to discuss The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, by James McBride.

“Classic McBride: He doesn’t shy away from bold statements about the national catastrophes of race and xenophobia, and he always gives us a spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down. The sugar is McBride’s spitfire dialogue and murder-mystery-worthy plot machinations; his characters’ big personalities and bigger storylines; his wisecracking, fast talking humor; and prose so agile and exuberant that reading him is like being at a jazz jam session. . . . Reading McBride just feels good—we are comforted and entertained, and braced for the hard lessons he also delivers.” —The Atlantic

Please email Mountain View Public and School Library for an invitation. Space is limited and Zoom sign-up is required.

All programs are subject to change. If you require an auxiliary aid or accommodation due to a disability, please contact the hosting library at least 7 days before the program date. For a schedule of upcoming library programs, visit the HSPLS Events Calendar.

Arts and Crafts

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. 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.

 

Cartoon hands raised in the air with hearts on palms

Do you love libraries and want to find a way to support them? Do you live in the Mountain View or Volcano communities? If so, come to a meeting of the Friends of the Mountain View Library and discover how to help your local library thrive!

Membership is free and voluntary. Email Friends of the Mountain View Library to find out more about upcoming Friends activities and library fundraisers.

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 an event are encouraged, but not required. Program schedule is subject to change.

person playing mahjong

Join the “club” to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. 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.

 

Arts and Crafts

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. 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.

 

person playing mahjong

Join the “club” to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. 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.

 

Arts and Crafts

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. 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.

 

person playing mahjong

Join the “club” to learn how to play this game from 19th century China and join the millions of fans worldwide who enjoy it. 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.

 

Arts and Crafts

Get creative with Ms. Maxine and a new activity each week! All materials will be provided. For families and kids of all ages. 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.

 

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 observance of the Good Friday holiday, all public libraries will be closed on April 18, 2025. Libraries that are normally open on Sundays will also be closed to observe Easter on April 20th.

ALERT | In observance of the Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day holiday, all public libraries will be closed on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.