Pāhala Public and School Library was built in 1963 and renovated for handicapped accessibility in 1994. The library is 4000-sq. ft. and has 7 public parking stalls. Home to the Ka’u History Collection, patrons are able to make an appointment to use this collection. Please contact library for further information.
The Pāhala Public and School 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.
For more information, visit the ‘Ohana Readers website.

In honor of our Summer Reading Challenge theme, ʻUmeke Kāʻeo, a calabash full to the brim, we invite you to fill your calabash with delicious brand new recipes.
Let the staff at the Pāhala Public and School Library be your cookbook matchmakers! Cookbooks will be covered and decorated with hints to help you choose your “date.” *swoon*
Reminder: Fill out the “Rate Your Date” bookmark and turn it in by Monday August 3 for a chance to win a prize for your home kitchen! Bonus: This counts for the Summer Reading Challenge [ending July 31st], so don’t forget to log those titles in the Beanstack App!
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.

If you’re a great Lego Builder, or a first timer, this is the place for you! Children will have the opportunity to get creative following the selected theme or build anything they choose. They can either work on their own creations, or build as a team. Legos will be provided by the library. No sign-up is needed. Program is suitable for all ages. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or adult caregiver. Children are advised to leave their personal Legos at home.
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.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-4:00PM - |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-6:00PM - |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-4:00PM - |
| Thursday | 10:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-6:00PM - |
| Friday | 12:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Saturday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Parking spots | 6 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 2 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Computers | 27 |
| Magazines | 13 |
| Newspapers | 1 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Friends' book store | No |
| Free computer classes | Yes |
| Meeting rooms | No |
| Photocopying | Yes |
| Test proctoring services | No |
ALERT | All public libraries will be closed in state observance of King Kamehameha Day on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
ALERT | Libraries will observe the Independence Day holiday July 3–5, 2026. Most libraries will be closed Friday, July 3; however, ʻAiea, ʻĀina Haina, Hanapēpē, Hawai‘i Kai, Hilo, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kīhei, Liliha, Makawao, McCully-Mōʻiliʻili, Princeville, Thelma Parker, Wahiawā, Waialua, Waimānalo, Waikīkī-Kapahulu, and Waipahu will be open July 3 and closed Saturday, July 4.