It's a library they have good books and a helpful app what more needs to be said it is a public good

There are no libraries open in Central Maui. Kihei and Makawao are open on Saturdays. During the pandemic, social distancing a required and only one visit is allowed per day. Every branch in the State opens at the top of each hour for 45 minutes. They then close for 15 minutes of cleaning and reopen at the top of the next hour. Once capacity is full, you must wait until people leave. The security guard monitors the capacity. read more

What is a tourist doing at the Kihei Public Library? Wife wanted to leave some paperback books that she had finished on our trip, and knew that I wasn't interested in the books -she likes women detective novels, whereas I like spy, espionage, and police novels. Looked up the address, and had to drive 2 miles from our condo in South Kihei. Hard to find unless you have the address, as on the end of a dead end road well off of the main drag, not too far from Foodland supermarket. Plenty of parking, unlike most places in Kihei. Building doesn't look like much from the outside, but a very modern facility, clean, good lighting, plenty of tables, chairs, with restrooms, and air conditioning -needed even in December, as highs in the low 80s. Signs says: Users must wear shoes and shirt. How about pants? I guess no shoes, no shirt, no service. No dogs except service dogs. Good selection of books and dvds on spacious area of building, with good lighting and clean carpets. Several PCs for use with free wifi, but I'm not spending my winter vacation in paradise writing Yelp reviews! No food nor drinks. Don't want you leaving spilling drinks on the rugs nor leaving food stains on the books with your grubby hands, until you are off premises. Nonresidents can get a library card. Met lots of Canadians who were down here for several weeks, up to two months. If you got that much money who needs a library? You can afford to buy books. Only saw one self check out, so got to stand in line to check out books. Honor system $1 for hardback and 50 cents for paperback used books for sale. Money put in the slot of a box overfilling with money, so bring exact change. Wife contributed 3 paperbacks but did not try to take $1.50 from the slotted box, unlike yours truly. Did see one person dressed as a security guard sitting at the check out area, but he may have been doing research. Did not see any homeless people in the bathrooms, unlike our libraries back home in California. I guess that's what the security guard is for. Electronic monitoring at checkout gates -even in paradise they trust you about as far as they can throw you! Place is closed Sunday and Monday. Hours 10am-5pm Wed-Saturday, except on Tuesdays 12pm-8pm. So you locals who work 9am-5pm are SOL except for Tuesday evenings and Saturdays. And who can remember Waimahaihai St!!!!!? read more

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I haven't been there in years but will check it out for folks. Curious if the have social distancing set up and story telling for our keikis. Will report back soon! I went here often when I went to Kihei school a hundred years ago! Hahaha! read more

Oh how we love our local library! Story time every week, special events monthly, free WI-FI, helpful staff, and AC on the hot days. Auntie Kathy does an amazing story/craft time twice a week that my son loves, even though he doesn't sit still for it just yet. She is patient with the kiddos, even when they try to "help" her read the books. Large children's book selections, and area to play quietly or read. read more

Hawaii State Public Library System - Kihei Library - Always a related craft post story time. - Libraries Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

If you're looking for the ultimate resource center for all things reference to Maui County and the State of Hawaii - here is your place. For residents and tourists alike, you can find some great supplements here to your outdoor excursions. Here are some of my favorite parts of the Kihei branch: + Membership open to residents and nonresidents + Great selection within the library. Can't find your title? Ask the reference librarian to help you have something transferred. I just picked up my title request sent from Moloka'i. + Open late on Tuesdays + Dozen or so Computers and Print Stations for on the go + An entire section devoted to "beach reads" for those who love a great book on the sand and don't want to have to worry about getting the title a little dog eared + Don't have the time or gumption to check out a book? Grab one from the .25 section. Grab an extra for your flight home. ;) + Monthly Calendar of Events includes a least one activity a week for keiki, and one activity a month for the whole family. + Excellent selection of new release DVD's and Classics, as well as hard to find titles, and foreign film and language tapes. + Are you planning any outdoor excursions? If you are a DIY kine person like me, you can find a great selection of maps, trail maps, dive maps, etc. I can think of more great reasons to check out this Kihei branch (ha! no pun intended), but you don't have to take my word for it (ha! Reading Rainbow reference) On a side note: First to Review and Review #200 for me - I can't think of a better place. read more

I'm a sucker for a good library, especially one that is clean, orderly and has a friendly staff to help you out in finding a book, DVD or other periodical. Kihei public library doesn't disappoint. The review by Doreen B. is pretty thorough, so I won't belabor my review. One thing she didn't mention is that they give away dated but good magazines like "National Geographic" and "Volunteer" on big tables near the entrance. The last time I visited (today), there was a lady laying out on the front lawn grass under a flowering plumeria tree reading a book. Chillaxin' I did have a little trouble finding the library off of the main drag (South Kihei Road). If you're not familiar with Kihei, I'd map it on Google first. The side street is almost directly across from Oceans Bar & Grill in the Kukui Mall Shopping Center. Enjoy! read more

The keikis love coming here for story time! Fantastic selection of books, one of our favorite family spots in Kihei.

website gives address as 35 Waimahaihai St Kihei, HI 96753, but google map directions give address as 177 S. Kehei Road read more

Kihei library is a wonderful local resources that is well used and has a nice atmosphere. The staff are friendly and helpful and the space is clean and welcoming. Kihei library is a perfect example of what a local library should be. read more

Best library and Best Children's Library. Story time is wonderful. There are many great storytellers, and Ms. Kathleen is far and away the best. She has a large following. Also, many special events like "Bubble Day," and in library concerts and presentations. Simply the best/ read more

Aloha, Sadly, my family and I had to move from Maui almost five years ago. Some of my fondest memories are of our times at the Kihei Public Library. The children's librarian, Miss Kathleen, is the most fantastic, helpful, kind, down-to-earth "Storytime Lady" I have ever met. My little girl (barely three at the time) was able to break out of her shyness greatly due to her experience there. The adult librarian, Janet, who I understand is no longer there, and Kathleen welcomed me with open arms so that I was able to have my very first book reading and signing as an author. They did the flyers, the presentation, everything. They made me, a naturally shy person, comfortable so that I could really enjoy the experience. The library staff always assisted my husband with his computer needs. In fact, everyone was especially helpful and genuinely kind to my husband, our two very small children, and me. We have since had travels to many places, all of which have brought something great to our lives. Nonetheless, I will always treasure in a very special place in my heart our experience at Kihei Public Library and I thank God for each of the people there with their authentic Aloha spirit. Kenya (Kinya) Lumpkin read more