Welcome to the Kailua Public Library! Designed by the architectural firm of Lemmon, Freeth, Maines and Jones, our library opened on Dec. 28, 1960. Best known for our “Reading Tree” in the Children’s Room, it provides an aesthetically-pleasing backdrop for storytimes and special events. In back of our library is a beautiful courtyard with seating for patrons to read or chat with friends

The kids are whining, “I’m Bored!” The frantic festivities have everyone frazzled.
If you want to occupy the kids or wind down and focus on something calming, bring the whole family to the library to work on a variety of craft projects together.
Best for ages 7 and older; all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a parent or 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 schedule is subject to change.

Students and families are invited to learn the processes of college admissions from a former admissions officer. This workshop is designed to provide a greater understanding of how applications are evaluated and what makes an application stand out, as well as how to reduce stress during application preparation.
Program is funded and sponsored by the Friends of Kailua Public 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.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | CLOSED - CLOSED |
| Parking spots | 28 |
| Parking fee | Free |
| Handicap parking spots | 2 |
| Book drop off | Yes |
| Restrooms | Yes |
| Computers | 15 |
| Magazines | 78 |
| Newspapers | 8 |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Friends' book store | Yes |
| Free computer classes | No |
| Meeting rooms | No |
| Photocopying | Yes |
| Test proctoring services | No |
ALERT | In holiday observance of Christmas, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
On Christmas Eve (Wednesday, Dec. 24) all public libraries that normally offer evening hours will close no later than 4 p.m.
ALERT | In holiday observance of New Year's Day, all public libraries will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
On New Year's Eve (Wednesday, Dec. 31) all public libraries that normally offer evening hours will close no later than 4 p.m.
ALERT | In holiday observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, all public libraries will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.