Community Calendar

Join Bess Press for a book launch of their new literary anthology, "What Whispers Back: Spinning Hawaiʻi's Spooky Tales" where Spooky Tales return from the archive and new stories come to life.

Saturday, October 24th from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at the Bess Press Warehouse

Come eat, drink, meet the writers, and celebrate spooky stories! Join us for small bites, book signing, and a Spooky Tales experience with live eerie readings and spooky audio tales.

Live readings with: thomas iannucci, Shay Kauwe, D. Kealiʻi MacKenzie, Brandy Nālani McDougall, and Misty-Lynn Sanico.

Audio readings by: Megan kamalei Kakimoto, Bryan Kamaoli Kuwada, Melissa Llanes Brownlee and Lehua Parker.

Rather than a formal "sitdown" program, you’ll have the chance to experience the storytelling at your own pace, meet the writers for book signings, and learn the behind-the-scenes inspiration at your leisure. Drop in for 15 minutes or stay for the whole evening!

The Greener Reader Book Club reads and discusses fiction, non-fiction, and science fiction books as well as memoirs and biographies, with the intention of exploring various perspectives and counter-narratives on (past, present and potential) social, cultural, and economic norms and systems, and on the “unspoken complexities of the human heart”. We meet (almost always) on the last Tuesday of every month to read together in silent solidarity, share what else we're reading, and discuss the book of the month. 1-3 times a month we (try to) gather in public green space to read as well. Join us - be the reader you want to see in the world!

Our newsletter: bit.ly/greenerreader

Meet Up Agenda
6-7 pm: Silent Reading and BYO Potluck
7-7:30 pm: Introduce ourselves and 1 thing we’re reading and how it came to us
7:30-8:30 pm: Discuss the book of the month

Please join us for a friendly, informative session about how your giving can leave a lasting impact for future generations. Whether you're just curious or already thinking about your legacy, this seminar will provide insight into the benefits of planned giving, both for you and the community.

Guest speaker Ethan Okura, Esq., President of Okura & Associates, is an estate planning professional helping Hawaiʻi families create thoughtful estate plans and lasting legacies.

Lunch provided. Free to attend. No solicitations will be made. Invite a friend.

RSVP at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jfLwuTjexF or development@hawaiifoodbasket.org, (808) 933-6030.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Honolulu District is holding a Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) meeting for the Waikoloa Maneuver Area (WMA) Formerly Used Defense Site (FUDS), located on the Island of Hawaii, Wednesday, October 28, 5-6:30 p.m.

To ensure maximum community involvement in the restoration decision-making process for the WMA FUDS, RAB meetings are open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend.

The fall 2026 RAB meeting will review past actions and give a status update regarding ongoing environmental investigations and restoration activities to address military munitions potentially remaining at the WMA.

Virtual Login: Information regarding the online meeting format and
access also available at: www.poh.usace.army.mil/Missions/Environmental/FUDS/Waikoloa.aspx

For questions about the meeting, contact:
WMAUXOInfo@usace.army.mil

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.

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

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and limited to twelve (12) participants. Call (808) 627-7470 or visit librarieshawaii.org/mililani-public-library

The Land Has Spoken: Tales of Indigenous Horror brings traditional and modern indigenous ghost stories, curses, omens, and monsters to life using works by award-winning Native dark fiction writers.

Immerse yourself in a chilling radio-style drama with stories brought to life by an all Indigenous cast of seasoned theater/TV/Film actors, such as Laura Bowen, Kalani Queypo, and Andrew Roa. Their haunting performances will be underscored by the spectral compositions of Chantil Dukart, T’simshian and Sugpiaq (Aluutiq), and eerie radio-style sound effects by sound designer Tuesday Mosshall.

The Native American literature, folklore, and oral histories are full of haunting stories, curses, omens, and portents; menacing monsters, treacherous shapeshifters, and cunning tricksters. “The Land Has Spoken” brings these stories to life with tales by Native award-winning dark fiction writers Shane Hawk, enrolled Cheyenne-Arapaho, Hidatsa, and Citizen Potawatomi descent, and Andrea L. Rogers, citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Directed by the accomplished Kyla Tucaya Garcia, Taíno, and Andre Bouchard of Kootenai/Ojibwe/Pend Oreille/Bitterroot Salish descent.

Prepare to journey into the dark depths of Indigenous folklore with “The Land Has Spoken”. The only question that remains is… “Will you return?”

Recommended for ages 12 and up. Includes audio depictions of menacing monsters, shape-shifters, and adult themes and topics. Parental discretion is advised.

The Friends of Italy Society of Hawai’i invites all Italy lovers to its next Italian language course. Over eight Thursday evenings, students explore a mystery novel by Naples author Armando Guarino, combining reading, grammar, and conversation with the culture, music, and poetry of Italy. All levels welcome, from beginners to advanced speakers. Membership required; space is limited. To register, visit friendsofitalyhawaii.org or email info@friendsofitalyhawaii.org.

Learn/practice Mindfulness in the natural beauty of The private Hawaii Loa Ridge Park (at the end of Puuikena dr, below the trail-head) in East Oahu. Beginners welcome with introductory guidance starting at 10 am every 2nd Sat of the month. Email mindfulhawaii@gmail.com for more information.
We offer this opportunity to all interested in Mindfulness as in our free online course at www.mindfulnesscourse.org

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.

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

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and limited to twelve (12) participants. Call (808) 483-7333 or visit librarieshawaii.org/aiea-public-library

How to Talk to Your Doctor is a practical workshop which will help participants learn about the importance of communicating with their healthcare provider, the benefits of regular doctor visits, tips to prepare for doctor visits, how to identify the different types of vaccines and why they are important for community health. Leihua Park is a Health Agent with the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience (CTAHR) – Cooperative Extension and will be the presenter for the workshop.

Space is limited, so please register with the Adult Reference Desk either in person or by calling 808-733-8422 to attend.

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.