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Nāʻālehu Public Library
About
Welcome to the Nāʻālehu Public Library! One of the smallest libraries in HSPLS, our 775- sq. ft. “portable” library building opened in its present location on Feb. 24, 1994. Following a two year expansion project, the newly-renovated 1,676-sq. ft. library reopened on November 15, 2021. The Library expansion project was a partnership between the Hawai‘i State Public Library System, the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i, and the United States Department of Agriculture that provided grant funding to expand the building.
Nāʻālehu is considered the “southernmost community in the USA” which would make our library the “southernmost library in the USA.” Our library serves patrons from Nāʻālehu through Ocean View.
The Nāʻālehu Public Library participates in ʻOhana Readers, a literacy program that focuses on reading with family as an affiliate program of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program offers high-quality, age-appropriate Imagination Library books each month to children who are under the age of five.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program is a ZIP code based mailing program. Families must live a specific Hawaii Island ZIP codes to participate.
To register, click your ZIP code to download the registration form or visit the branch. You may return the form by mail or drop it off at the branch. The participating library will also offer programs that complement the books the children receive, and will provide other activities to promote literacy and reading.
- 96772 (Nāʻālehu) | Download Application
- 96777 (Pāhala) | Download Application
For more information, visit the ‘Ohana Readers website.
Upcoming events at this branch
- February 23, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
- Categories: Community, Entertainment, Music
- Contact: 808-939-2442
The Ocean View Ukulele Kanikapila will be playing some Hawaiian and folk tunes.
Members from all over Kaʻū are learning and sharing their talents to encourage and uplift the hearts of family, friends, neighbors and themselves.
This group consists of beginner and intermediate ukulele players who gather weekly to learn and practice from “Fall to Spring”. Come and join us for some fun.
Suitable for all ages. Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an 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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
- February 25, 2026 @ 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
- Categories: Computer classes (free!), Learning, Technology
- Contact: 808-939-2442
This beginner-friendly smartphone class will help you gain confidence in using your mobile devices to stay connected, informed, and safe online. We’ll start by exploring what a smartphone is and how it works, learning the basic features, gestures, and security options that keep your device running smoothly. Participants will practice adjusting settings like display, sound, notifications, and accessibility tools to make their phones easier to use. This course also covers how to make calls, send text messages, connect to the internet, and download apps—focusing on Zoom for live practice with video calls and telehealth. We’ll also discuss mobile banking, online safety, password management, and tips for keeping your information secure with multi-factor authentication.
To register, call the library or visit Naalehu Mapunawai Smartphone Registration Page
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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
- February 26, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
- Categories: Arts & Crafts
- Contact: 808-939-2442
Local sewing expert Marge Bourget continues to teach us sewing basics!
This 90-minute program is suitable for ages 8 and up.
Please see a staff member or call the library to reserve your space! And if you have a sewing kit from previous sessions, please bring it with you.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Ka`u Libraries.
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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.
- March 18, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Categories: Entertainment, Music
- Contact: 808-939-2442
Join us for live classical music with the West Hawaii Woodwind Quintet, one of the Kamuela Philharmonicʻs chamber ensembles. Free and suitable for all ages. 🙂
Young children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Sponsored through a grant from the County of Hawaiʻi.
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.
Hours
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM - |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM - |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM - |
| Thursday | 10:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-6:00PM - |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
Access
| Parking spots | 16 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 1 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
Services
| Computers | 5 |
| Magazines | 2 |
| Newspapers | 2 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Friends' book store | Yes |
| Free computer classes | No |
| Meeting rooms | No |
| Photocopying | Yes |
| Test proctoring services | Yes |
