Kealakekua Public Library

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Address

81-6619 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-323-7585

Kealakekua Public Library

About

Welcome to the Kealakekua Public Library! Designed by architect Howard Redfearn, our library opened on Oct. 14, 1950. The original portion of our library was built with native lava rock and ohia logs. Located in West Hawaii, our library serves residents from Keauhou-Kona to Ocean View in the Ka`u District.


Upcoming events at this branch

A person checking email on a laptop computer

Attend a free one-hour session on using email to connect with family and friends. Participants will learn:

  • How to setup email accounts
  • Write and send emails
  • Email Navigation (Gmail)
  • How to attach files and features

Registration is required. Sign up for this basic skills computer class on the Kealakekua Public Library’s Registration Page or call (808) 323-7585.


A partnership of Hawaii State Public Library System and the State of Hawaii’s Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Workforce Development Division. Funding provided by a U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration grant.


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.

Mobile phone and laptop computer with security warnings

Attend a free one-hour session on staying safe online and avoiding scams. Participants will learn:

  • How to recognize online scams
  • Smart online practices
  • How to spot phishing emails
  • Actions for suspected scams

Registration is required. Sign up for this basic skills computer class on the Kealakekua Public Library Registration Page or call (808) 323-7585.


A partnership of Hawaii State Public Library System and the State of Hawaii’s Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, Workforce Development Division. Funding provided by a U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration grant.


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.

Hours

Date Time
Monday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Tuesday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 12:00PM-2:00PM & 3:00PM-7:00PM -
Thursday 9:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Friday 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday CLOSED -
Sunday CLOSED -

Access

Parking spots 14
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 1
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 5
Magazines 12
Newspapers 1
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes No
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | In holiday observance of Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Day, all public libraries will be closed
on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. 

ALERT | Northstar Digital Literacy will be unavailable on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. HST,
in order to make improvements to their online infrastructure. Northstar’s website, including assessments, Northstar Online Learning, and curriculum downloads, will be unavailable during this time.