Princeville Public Library

Princeville Pop-Up Library to Close on April 12, 2025; Newly-renovated Library to begin door service on May 1

In preparation for reopening the Princeville Public Library in May, the temporary Pop-Up location will close at 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2025. The last day to pick up holds/reserves is April 12, and books may be returned through the library building’s book drop or to any other public library.

Beginning on May 1, 2025, the Princeville Public Library will offer limited door service while staff continue transitioning to full services. Updates will be posted when they become available.

The Hawai‘i State Public Library System (HSPLS) appreciates the public’s patience and support over the past year’s lengthy renovation period. The staff is excited to reopen the library doors and offer full services later in June.

Address

4343 Emmalani Dr, Princeville, HI 96722, United States
Directions

TEL: 808-826-4310

Princeville Public Library

About

Welcome to the Princeville Public Library! Designed by Kauai-born architect Maurice Yamasato of Yamasato, Fujiwara, Aoki & Associates, our library opened on Apr. 14, 1999. Princeville Corp., in partnership with the State and County, provided land to build the library. We are the 6th public library to open on the Garden Island.


Ohana Readers and Imagination Library logosThe Princeville Public Library participates in ʻOhana Readers, a literacy program that focuses on reading with family as an affiliate program of Dolly Partonʻs Imagination Library. The program offers high-quality, age-appropriate Imagination Library books each month to children who are under the age of five.

Dolly Partonʻs Imagination Library program is a zip code based mailing program. Families must live in these specific Kauai 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.


Upcoming events at this branch

A person checking email on a laptop computer

Note: This class will be held at the Hanalei Initiative Office, located at 5-5260 Kuhio Highway, while the Princeville Public Library is undergoing renovations.


Attend a free 90-minute 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 Princeville Public Library’s registration page or call (808) 826-4310.


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

Note: This class will be held at the Hanalei Initiative Office, located at 5-5260 Kuhio Highway, while the Princeville Public Library is undergoing renovations.


Attend a free 90-minute 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 Princeville Public Library’s registration page or call (808) 826-4310.


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 CLOSED - CLOSED
Tuesday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Wednesday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Thursday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Friday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Saturday 9:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-4:00PM -
Sunday CLOSED - CLOSED

Access

Parking spots 44
Parking fee Free
Handicap parking spots 2
Book drop off Yes
Restrooms Yes

Services

Computers 13
Magazines 36
Newspapers 3
WiFi Yes
Friends' book store No
Free computer classes Yes
Meeting rooms No
Photocopying Yes
Test proctoring services No

ALERT | In holiday observance of Good Friday, all public libraries will be closed on April 18, 2025.
Our Kaimukī, Kāneʻohe, and Pearl City branches that are usually open on Sundays will be closed for Easter on April 20th.

ALERT | In holiday observance of Memorial Day, all public libraries will be closed from Saturday to Monday, May 24 to 26, 2025.