ALERT | Friday, October 17, 2025 – Due to a facilities issue, Pāhoa Public and School Library’s hours will be 2pm to 4 pm. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Welcome to the Pāhoa Public and School Library! Our library opened on Sept. 3, 1967. We’re located on the campus of Pāhoa High and Elementary School and serve residents and students from two area schools. Recently, we were an important hub after being hit by a hurricane and lava flows approached from Kīlauea volcano.
Come join us for Knitting Club! Make something fun and some new friends. Bring your own supplies or use our stuff and start a new project (supplies are limited). All levels are welcome.
Program is suitable for age 12 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library
A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more.
Life in Puna looks different than in other parts of our island, and asking for help can feel hard—even from friends or neighbors. Stop by Mondays from 12–4 PM or Thursdays from 9 AM–12 PM to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.
Program is suitable for age 18 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Come and join us for Book Club! The Club will meet once a month to discuss the chosen book.
This month’s book: TBA
Program is suitable for age 16 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Craft Night! Come in and learn how to make tinfoil stained glass with us. Use a template, or your imagination.
Program is suitable for age 8 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Are you a Scrabble champion? Have you never played before, but would like to try? Then come and join our new Scrabble Club! The Club will meet from 2:00 – 4:00 PM every Wednesday we are open. Come and meet some new friends and flex your mind!
Program is suitable for age 10 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library
A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more.
Life in Puna looks different than in other parts of our island, and asking for help can feel hard—even from friends or neighbors. Stop by Mondays from 12–4 PM or Thursdays from 9 AM–12 PM to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.
Program is suitable for age 18 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Come join us for Knitting Club! Make something fun and some new friends. Bring your own supplies or use our stuff and start a new project (supplies are limited). All levels are welcome.
Program is suitable for age 12 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Social Service Navigation at Pāhoa Public Library
A Puna Social Service Navigator and Certified Kokua Specialist from Kumukahi Health + Wellness will be on-site to offer first-come, first-served navigation and appointment setting. Get help with SNAP, MedQuest, the Federal Marketplace, mental health resources, domestic violence support, family services, kūpuna assistance, home repair loans, volunteer opportunities, emergency rental aid, and more.
Life in Puna looks different than in other parts of our island, and asking for help can feel hard—even from friends or neighbors. Stop by Mondays from 12–4 PM or Thursdays from 9 AM–12 PM to talk story and find the support you need. Together, we can do so much.
Program is suitable for age 18 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Come and join us for a night of fun, costumes, candy, face painting, and games! Bring a bag and your sense of fun.
We’re looking for volunteers for our Trunk-Or-Treat! If you would like to pass out candy from your decorated car, help with crowd control, or even donate candy, please give the Pahoa Library a call at 808-965-2171. We’ll be so happy to hear from you!
Program is suitable for all ages. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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.
Are you a Scrabble champion? Have you never played before, but would like to try? Then come and join our new Scrabble Club! The Club will meet from 2:00 – 4:00 PM every Wednesday we are open. Come and meet some new friends and flex your mind!
Program is suitable for age 10 and over. All children must be accompanied by a parent or 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. Program schedules are subject to change. Events will not be held on State holidays.
Date | Time |
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Monday | 12:00PM-4:00PM & 5:00PM-7:00PM - |
Tuesday | 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM - |
Wednesday | 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM - |
Thursday | 9:00AM-12:00PM - 1:00PM-4PM |
Friday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Saturday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
Parking spots | 6 |
Parking fee | Free |
Handicap parking spots | 1 |
Book drop off | Yes |
Restrooms | Yes |
Computers | 8 |
Magazines | 23 |
Newspapers | 2 |
WiFi | Yes |
Friends' book store | No |
Free computer classes | No |
Meeting rooms | No |
Photocopying | Yes |
Test proctoring services | No |
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.