Thelma Parker Memorial Public and School Library

Address

67-1209 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kamuela, HI 96743, USA
Directions

TEL: 808-887-6067

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About

Welcome to the Thelma Parker Memorial Public and School Library! Designed by Team Pacific, Inc., our library opened in October 1978.  We are located on the campus of Waimea Elementary and Intermediate School. Our library was named after Thelma Parker, who inherited the Parker Ranch, the largest ranch on the Island of Hawaii.


Upcoming events at this branch

Box of popcorn with a film reel and "Movie Matinee"

Join us for an after school movie! Ask at the circulation desk for movie title and more information.

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.

Magic The Gathering card game logo

Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient teachers are available.

Intended for ages 12+. 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.

 

 

Pile of colored Lego bricks

Join us for an afternoon of building with LEGO! Work with your friends on a larger creation or craft solo. Projects will be displayed in the library.

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.

Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories and songs followed by a simple craft or activity. Suitable for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.

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.

honu (turtle) swimming

Some animals fly, some swim;  however they get here we’re welcoming Hawaiʻi’s migratory animals! Join conservation experts to learn about their work saving and helping the animals that make these amazing migrations and the native animals we can enjoy all year long. Make crafts celebrating these animals, some of which can help you protect them too! This event will also feature our first ever “Scream (just because you can)” station.

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.

Tabletop Games

Giant Connect Four? Yes, please! Table top air hockey? Even better! From classics like Mancala to new-found favorites like table top foosball, we’ve got something for everyone.

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.

Story Time graphic book open with rainbow and mountain rocket, balloon

Storytime is great fun for keiki and their families! Join us for stories and songs followed by a simple craft or activity. Suitable for children ages 3-5 accompanied by an adult.

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.

Magic The Gathering card game logo

Join us for an afternoon of Magic: The Gathering. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours, all skill levels are welcome and patient teachers are available.

Intended for ages 12+. 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.

 

 

Keiki Craft Time

Join us for a drop-in Fall themed craft! All supplies (and assistance) will be provided.

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.

Arts & Crafts

On the first Saturday of each month, the Waimea Arts Council (WAC), in partnership with Thelma Parker Memorial Public Library, instructs a class  on a variety of art forms.  WAC artists create monthly classes about art, from watercolors to sculpting.  The classes are held in the library meeting room, with all supplies provided by the Waimea Arts Council.  Class size is limited and advance registration is required for each class.  Come in person or call Thelma Parker Library at 808-887-6067 to register.

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 CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 13
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 3
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 12
Magazines 52
Newspapers 4
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms Yes
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services Yes

ALERT #1 | Support Hawaiʻi’s communities by donating canned and nonperishable food items at your local public library during the week of November 3–7.

ALERT #2 | 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.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.

ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.