Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

• August 13, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Celebrate the scary season with a movie countdown! We are starting off on the first week with the movie Weapons. Runtime is 128 minutes.

Summary: On a Wednesday night, a classroom of 17 children run out of their homes at 2:17 A.M. Only one student remains, the rest are missing.

This movie is Rated R and intended for audience members who are 17 years old or older. Please bring your state ID or driver’s license for the viewing, otherwise you will not be able to watch the movie. Anyone under 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult. You are welcome to bring a light snack and bottled water to enjoy during the viewing.

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.

• August 15, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
• Categories: Books, Community, Entertainment, Learning
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Ren and his friends are certified therapy dogs with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. These gentle, furry friends are eager to hear a story and help promote reading while bringing smiles and calm to readers of all ages. Ren loves to get hugs from children.

This program is free and suitable for ages 5 and up.  Parent or caregiver must be present when child is participating in this program.  This program is to help young readers feel comfortable practicing their reading skills in a relaxed environment.  Registration is not necessary and inquiries are 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. Program schedule is subject to change.

• August 20, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Celebrate the scary season with a movie countdown! We are continuing with our second week with the film Five Nights at Freddy’s 2. Runtime is 104 minutes.

Summary: Mike and Abby are both trying to move on after their last encounter with the possessed and murderous animatronics but Abby can’t quite let go her old friends. The siblings will find that the diner and the animatronics aren’t done with Mike and Abby either, and they are gearing up for a round 2.

Movie is rated PG-13. Film is intended for teens who are 13 years or older. Anyone under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. You are welcome to bring a light snack and bottled water to enjoy during the viewing.

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.

• August 27, 2026 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
• Categories: Films & Movies
• Contact: 808-988-0459

Celebrate the scary season with a movie countdown! We are continuing with our third week with the film Haunted Mansion. Runtime is 88 minutes.

Summary: Based on the Disney theme-park, Haunted Mansion follows the Evers family as they end up at a mansion with some ghostly secrets…one that might tear their family apart.

Movie is rated PG. Film is recommended for children. Anyone under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. You are welcome to bring a light snack and bottled water to enjoy during the viewing.

All programs are subject to change. 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.