Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• October 17, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-483-7333

October at the Movies continues at Aiea Library with Scooby Doo! Here’s a description of the story from Swank website: That lovable, easily frightened Great Dane, Scooby-Doo, makes his big-screen debut in this live-action/animated feature film. Scooby accompanies the Mystery, Inc. crime-solving sleuths–Shaggy (Matthew Lillard), Fred (Freddie Prinze, Jr.), Daphne (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Velma (Linda Cardellini)–as they investigate a series of paranormal incidents at Spooky Island, a spring-break hot spot owned by Emile Mondavarious (Rowan Atkinson). Before the supernatural secrets scare away the college crowd, the gang must crack the case, save themselves and, possibly, the world! Zoinks! This movie is 87 minutes long and is rated PG.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 20, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-483-7333

October at the Movies continues with Gremlins! Here is a description from Swank website A boy receives an unusual pet that leads to incredible trouble when he fails to take care of it properly. This movie is 106 minutes long and is rated PG.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 22, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts
• Contact: 808-483-7333

You don’t have to buy a new bag when you can decorate an old one. We will supply acrylic pens and you can either bring a bag of your own or use one of ours. Get creative!

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.

• October 24, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Learning, Technology
• Contact: 808-483-7333

Join us for an engaging community conversation on the topic, “Why AI is Our Ultimate Test and Greatest Invitation.”

Is artificial intelligence (AI) truly “inevitable”? In partnership with the AI Safety & Awareness Project, this program will explore this critical question by beginning with a presentation from Tristan Harris of the Center for Humane Technology on responsible AI development. Following the video, participants will take part in a facilitated group discussion.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and limited to twelve (12) participants. Select the blue “Going” button below.

This 60- to 90-minute session is designed for ages 18 and up. No prior AI knowledge is required.

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.

• October 24, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Arts & Crafts, Halloween
• Contact: 808-483-7333

Would you like to make yourself Halloween button? Come and choose some stickers and decorate our template to design your own Halloween button! Recommended for ages 9 and up.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 27, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
• Categories: Entertainment, Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-483-7333

October at the Movies continues at Aiea Library with I,  Frankenstein! Here’s a description of the story from Swank website: Frankenstein’s monster gets swept up in an epic battle between gargoyles and demons seeking the key to his immortality in this gothic-flavored fantasy adventure. This movie is 93 minutes long and is rated PG-13.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Learning
• Contact: 808-483-7333

October is Fire Safety month so Honolulu Fire Department Truck 10 and their FIRE TRUCK will be at Aiea library!
Meet some community superheroes and learn what it’s like to be part of the Honolulu Fire Department.

This safety demo and truck tour will take the place of story time, this is an outdoor event, please be sun safe and stay hydrated.

All Ages Welcome

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• October 31, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
• Categories: Community, Learning, Technology
• Contact: 808-483-7333

Join us for an introductory conversation on AI: what it is, how it’s used today, how it’s developed, and how it’s shaping society. Following the introduction, a facilitated discussion will explore what an AI-driven world means for us and our communities.

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.

• November 4, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Games, Learning
• Contact: 808-483-7333

Join us for puzzle time in the Children’s Section. This program is suitable for Toddlers-5. Come to play, build motor skills, and meet friends. We’ll have things from 8 piece puzzles, magnatiles, to Connect 4, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, Spot It! and more come down to play.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.

• November 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 10:15 am
• Categories: Learning, Music
• Contact: 808-483-7333

Need to get some wiggles and loud voices out? We’ll have a dance-break for Music and Movement at 10:00—10:15 in the meeting room.

Don’t need a break? Puzzles and activities will be out from 9-11 am. It’s all about play, building motor skills, and meeting friends old and new. This program is suitable for toddlers+.

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. See a schedule of upcoming events on the HSPLS Events Calendar.