BOO!

Spooks are for the dogs at this haunted house

Gina Lay always has a few extra bodies lying around. A pile of heads or a bag full of hands are also common in her vicinity.

No, she is not a psycho serial killer. Lay is the creator of the Monster Museum, in the 12,000 square-foot WWII tunnels beneath Kailua.

Monster Museum Benefit: 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday Place: World War II Tunnels, 221 Iliaina St., in Kailua Cost: $30, reservations required. Call: 595-6202, or visit hotsaucehawaii.com/product/ HAS_MONSTER_PARTY Also: Public tours, 5 to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; $3

Lay, who runs the Hawaii Animal Sanctuary, has been creating such figures for 20 years. "It gives me something to think about when I'm scooping litter boxes or out walking the dogs," she said.

This year, in addition to public tours, the museum will be the site of a fundraiser for the sanctuary, Hawaii Cat Foundation and the Wild Bird Rehab Haven -- three entities looking to form one organization.

Lay's tours have none of the massacre and violent chainsaw visions of a typical haunted house. "It's all tongue in cheek -- my fun and games," she said. "It keeps me entertained. I really enjoy planning big theme parties."

The museum imagines the daily lives of monsters, witches, devils and vampires. A nursery houses a baby vampire, witch and zombie. "The nursemaid, who looks like a mini 'Scream,' is holding a horrible-looking baby, whose face is made from an old, shriveled up rubber mask that was ready for the trash bin," said Lay.

See "The Blood Pumping bare Bones Boogie Band," visit "Frank and Drac's Pub" and visit "Witch'n Kitchen." The "Monster Mortuary" hosts a funeral for a witch. "We put a mirror under her nose because witches are notorious for playing dead," said Lay.

Her basic supplies are black paper, plastic bags, newspaper, coat hangers, tape, old pipes or broomsticks and some old masks, clothing and accessories.

Basically, she'll straighten the hook on the coat hanger and attach it to the broomstick with tape. A trash bag filled with newspaper goes over the top of the hanger to create an upper body. Then the figure can be transformed into a monster, witch or vampire, through accessories.

For Lay, half the fun is the challenge of creating things with used or recycled items. "Most of the stuff I've collected at Goodwill or at Savers over the years -- very little is bought (new)," she said.

Lay will blend in well, dressed in her own Halloween costume. "I never do pretty," she said. "I'm always something quite dreadful."

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Thrills and chills abound

Haunted Houses

Aina Haina School: "Dark Discoveries" takes a "slightly spooky" look at the New World with stories of early explorers of North America and Hawaii, 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 27 at 801 W. Hind Drive. Also, Halloween games, stories and food available. Admission is $2 for adults; $1 for children. Proceeds support the school's library programs. Call 377-2419 or e-mail ahspta@hawaii.rr.com.
Ainakoa Haunted House: 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 31 at 1354 Ainakoa Ave. Admission is free. Call Mike Ching at 836-1800.
Easter Seals Haunted House: Easter Seals transforms one of their Ewa plantation homes into a haunted house as a fundraiser for their Adult Day Care program, 6 to 11 p.m. Oct. 27 and 28. Face painting and craftmaking are among the activities. Admission is $4; free for keiki 4 and under. Call Charles Cruz at 681-0747 for volunteer opportunities.
"Haunted Plantation 2006": 7:30 to 11:45 p.m. Oct. 27 at Hawaii's Plantation Village, 94-695 Waipahu St. Cost is $7. Not for children under 10. All children under 13 must be supervised by an adult. Call 277-9923.
"Hell House": 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Lighthouse Outreach Center in Waipahu. A sequence of horrific scenes designed to create terror and revulsion is followed by a final scene, a portrayal of heaven. Free admission, candy and food. Call 542-1001 or visit www.lighthouseoutreachcenter.org.
Monster Museum: Public tours, 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 and 31 at the WWII tunnels in Kailua, 221 Iliaina St. Admission is $3. Call 595-6202.
Nakamura Family Haunted House: 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28 and 31 at 94-396 Hokuili St. in Mililani, near Mililani Uka Elementary School. Free admission.

Trick or Treat

Ala Moana Center: Starting at 5 p.m., while supplies last, Oct. 31. Call 955-9517.
Kahala Mall: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28. Look for balloons at participating stores. Call 732-7736.
Koko Marina Shopping Center: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Look for "trick or treat here" signs.
Market City Shopping Center: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28. Parade and trick-or-treating. Meet in the lobby next to Duck Lee Chinese Express Foods. All participants receive a complimentary souvenir photograph. Call 734-0282.
Pearlridge Center: 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. Confetti the Clown paints faces from 3 to 5 p.m. and Chris da Clown offers entertainment at 7 p.m. at uptown Center Court. Call 488-0981.
Town Center of Mililani: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. Look for orange pumpkins in participating store windows. Call 625-5233.
Waikele Premium Outlets: 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. Children dressed in costumes will receive treats and a reflective trick-or-treat bag at the Information Center and can trick-or-treat at participating merchants. Also, face painting by Aloha Clowns and souvenir photos by Confetti's Party Services.
Waimea Valley Audubon Center: Bring a flashlight and enjoy a trail of tales, "twilight trek-or-treating." Call 638-9199.
Waimanalo Beach Park Pavilion: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Treat Street, costume contests and more. Call 259-8926 or 259-8015.
Ward Centers: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31. Look for black bats hanging in participating store windows at Ward Centre and Ward Warehouse. Also, get a free Halloween photo at the ground floor of Ward Centre by New Balance Hawaii. Call 591-8411.
Windward Mall: 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. Entertainment at Center Court featuring Dizanne, "Sorceress of Halloween," keiki face painting, magic shows and more. Call 235-1143.

Trick-or-Treat Alternatives

Annual Holiday Faire: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 28 at Nuuanu Congregational Church, 2651 Pali Highway. Keiki games and crafts, home-baked goods, country store, silent auction and more. Also, a costume parade for keiki ages 2 to 6 from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 595-6341.
"Circus, Circus" Keiki Carnival: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31 at Kailua Church of Christ, 400 Maluniu Ave. Free hot dogs, candy, games, prizes and more. Cal 262-5227 or e-mail info@churchofchristkailua.org.
Halloween Costume Party: 5 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Ewa Beach Public & School Library. Children ages 3 to 6 can enjoy stories, games, crafts and more. Call 689-1204.
"Heroes Unmasked": 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29 at Calvary Church, 45-435 Aumoku St. in Kaneohe. Children are invited to dress up as their favorite hero. No scary or violent costumes. Activities include storytelling by Wally Amos, games and more. Call 247-2733.
Keiki Carnival: 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 31 at Kailua Church of Christ. Free hot dogs, candy, games, rides and more. Call 262-5227 or e-mail info@churchofchristkailua.org.
Trunk-R-Treat: 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31 at Cornerstone Fellowship, 95-1080 Ukuwai St. Candy will be distributed from the trunks of more than 40 cars. Also, free refreshments, games and more. Call 626-7719.

Costume Contests

Cat Costume Contest: noon to 12:45 p.m. Oct. 28 at McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park. Admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children, which includes admission to the Halloween Cat Show, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 261-4354.
Hawaii Doggie Bakery: Compete for prizes in eight different "dog-agories" including prettiest pooch; scariest dog; cutest canine; most original; most elaborate; best local costume; matching dog and owner; and most patriotic pooch. Contest begins at 11 a.m. Oct. 29 at the Ward Warehouse Amphitheatre. Registration starts at 10 a.m. Free doggie goodie bags for the first 100 dogs to register. Call 521-7297.
Halawa District Park: Registration, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 27 in the gymnasium. Winners will be chosen shortly thereafter. Three age groups: 4-year-olds and under; kindergarten to second grade; and third grade to sixth grade. Contestants receive goodie bags and participate in the "Trick O' Treat Lane." Prizes are awarded for most adorable, most creative and most Halloween. Call 483-7850.
Kahala Mall: Registration, 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 28 in front of Banana Republic. Contest begins at 3 p.m. at Center Court. First, second and third prizes will be awarded for the following categories in each age group: most original; judge's choice; and funniest/cutest costume. Age groups are under-1-year-olds; 1-year-olds; 2-year-olds; 3- to 4-year-olds; kindergarten and first grade; grades 2 and 3; and grades 4 to 6. Call 732-7736.
Salt Lake Shopping Center: Check in at 10 a.m. to register for the following categories: most original, most scary/funny and judge's choice. Winners will be judged at 11 a.m., announced at 12:30 p.m. and awarded prizes. Call 735-8822.
Town Center of Mililani: Contest and parade, noon Oct. 28 at Centerstage. Contest is open to keiki under 14. Festivities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. include Halloween games.
Waimanalo Beach Park Pavilion: At 1:30 p.m. Registration begins at 1 p.m. Categories include most adorable, most spooky and most original. Age groups are 3 and under; 4 to 6; 7 to 9; and 10 and above. Call 259-8926 or 259-8015.
Windward Mall: Movie-themed costume contest sponsored by Regal Cinemas, 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 28 at the theaters. Hosted by Lina Girl of KCCN FM100. Prizes will be awarded to kids, teens and adults. Visit www.WindwardMall.com for details.

Storytelling

Chicken Skin: Storytelling with Glenn Oide, 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 27 at Serendipity Books 'N' Gifts. Free. Call 949-4711.
"Pumpkin Tales": 10 to 11 a.m. Oct. 28 at the Waialua Public Library. Also, a parade, Halloween games and more. Call 637-8286.
"Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark": Listen to scary stories told in the dark, 3 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Ewa Beach Public & School Library in the meeting room. For ages 7 and up. Call 689-1204.
Spooky Stories: 10:30 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Waipahu Public Library. For ages 3 and up. Call 675-0359.
"Spooky Tales": Hawaiian ghost stories presented by local storytellers at Outrigger hotels, Oct. 27, 30 and 31 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. On Oct. 27, Keala Ching and others share tales at the Keahou Beach Resort on the Big Island. The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach (Oct. 30) and the Outrigger Reef on the Beach (Oct. 31) feature Woody Fern and more. Free for hotel guests. For more information on the Big Island event, call Kahea Green at (808) 324-2553; for Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, call Ethan Chang at 921-9731; or Outrigger Reef on the Beach, call Luana Maitland at 924-6007.

Special

"A Haunting Evening": Honolulu Theatre for Youth's annual fundraiser, 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27 in the Monarch Room at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. Featuring entertainment by the River Street Collective, a costume contest, silent auction, dinner and more. Tickets are $195; table sponsor levels are $1,500, $3,000 and $5,000 for tables of eight. Proceeds support theater and drama education programs that reach out to more than 120,000 children statewide. Call Jillian Yasutake at 457-4255 for reservations.
Architects Hawaii Pumpkin Carving Competition: Pumpkins are on display, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 at the American Savings Bank Tower Lobby, 1001 Bishop St. Architects Hawaii Ltd. members share architecturally inspired jack-o-lanterns. The public is invited to vote for their favorite pumpkin from 8 a.m. to noon. Awards ceremony will be held at 1 p.m.
"Big Hairy Monster Ball": 7 p.m. to "the witching hour" on Oct. 28 at Hale Kaa O Manu Estate in Portlock, 26 Hanapepe Place. Food, dancing and more. Cost is $25 and BYOB. Mini psychic readings with Geralyn St. Joseph for an additional $20. Proceeds benefit B.I.R.P. -- The Non-Profit Infant Research Project and Bosom Buddies, an agency helping women with breast cancer. Call 396-6715 or e-mail ambernet@hawaii.rr.com.
Skate Halloween Havoc: T&C Skateboards and Ezekiel Clothing present the amateur skateboard contest, Oct. 29 at Manana Skate Park, Pearl City.
Skaters ages 13 and up compete for best-trick honors in four age divisions.
Register by 8:30 a.m. Free. Applications available at T&C Surf stores, online at TCSurf.com and at the site. Minors must have parent's permission.
Bishop Museum's Treat Street: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 31. Students from UH's School of Architecture design a neighborhood of house fronts for trick-or-treating for youths age 12 and under. The "Creepy Crawly Roach Race" and a costume contest are among the highlights. Free admission, but donations are welcome. Call 847-3511 or visit www.bishopmuseum.org.
Dia de los Muertos Fiesta: 7 to 10 p.m. Nov. 4 at First Unitarian Church 2500 Pali Highway. Featuring Adela Chu, Espiritu Libre and Friends. Admission is $10; $8 for students and seniors. Children under 12 are free.
Ghost Particles Display: 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 28 at Ward Warehouse amphitheater stage. Special ghost particle detectors will be set up to track muon, neutrino, pion and kaon, particles that pass through our bodies undetected on a daily basis. Members of QuarkNet, a national collaboration of high school teachers and physicists, will answer questions about the detectors and the extraterrestrial, ghostly particles. Free admission. Call 591-8411.
Great Pumpkin Block Party: 4 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28 at Diamond Head Theatre. Rides including the Wave Slide, treats, games and more. Music by Kapena, The Men of New Hope and Kuya. Sponsored by New Hope Diamond Head. Free admission. Call Ken at 735-4370 or e-mail ken@nhdh.org.
Halloween Cat Show: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 28 at McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park. Featuring best cat in show, a costume contest, best decorated cage, and an award for the outstanding Halloween cat. Free gifts for children. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children. Call 261-4354.
Halloween Dance: Swing and Ballroom, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 28 with Salsa, 9 p.m. to midnight with DJ Rod el Moreno at Dream to Dance, 661 Auahi St., Suite 201. $5. Call Debby at 734-0264 or 372-5574.
Halloween Extravaganza: An inflatable haunted house, costume contest, trick-or-treating, pumpkin patch photo opportunities, games, food and more, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 28 at Salt Lake Shopping Center. Proceeds from the event benefit Moanalua High School Project Graduation. Call 735-8822.
Magic of Polynesia Halloween Specials: From Oct. 27 to 31, get a free child (ages 4 to 11) admission with a paid adult admission. Seating at 8 p.m. Adult tickets are $33 and does not include dinner. Visit www.magic-of-polynesia.com for more information. Call 971-4321 for reservations.
"Magical Halloween" Event: 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 28 at Mililani Shopping Center. Featuring a comedy magic show with Chris da Clown, balloon twisting, and a costume parade and trick-or-treating led by Stevo the Clown at 4 p.m. Call 234-0404.
"Monster Mash": 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Wahiawa Public Library. Featuring crafts, a costume contest, dancing and more. For all ages. Call 622-6345.
Monster Museum: 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 28 at the WWII tunnels in Kailua, 221 Iliaina St. View the Ancestral Art Gallery, a Monster Mortuary, the Witch'n Kitchen, Franc & Drac's Pub and living quarters complete with a baby vampire. Cost is $30. Also, live bands, a silent auction and door prizes. Proceeds benefit the Hawaii Animal Sanctuary, Hawaii Cat Foundation and Wild Bird Haven. Call Gina Lay at 595-6202 or send checks to Monster Museum Fundraiser, P.O. Box 25574, Honolulu, 96825.
Pumpkin Carving Contest: Pumpkins must be submitted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Manoa Public Library. Entries will be judged and displayed at the library on Oct. 31 at 6 p.m. Categories include funny, scary and most unusual or creative. Call 988-0460.
Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin picking, hayrides, jumpers, food and more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 21 and 22; and Oct. 28 and 29 at Aloun Farms in Kapolei. Visit www.alounfarms.com or call 677-9516.
"Shiver Me Timbers": 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Kapolei Public Library. Featuring treasure hunts, silly songs and more. For ages 5 and up. Call 693-7050.
Trick or Trees: Halloween-themed fundraiser features music, dancing, a silent auction, food and more, 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 at Aloha Tower Marketplace. Tickets are $100; table sponsorships are available for $2,000; $4,000 or $6,000. Proceeds benefit the Outdoor Circle. Visit www.outdoorcircle.org, call 593-0300 or e-mail mail@outdoorcircle.org.
Tropical Tiki Family Festival: 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 28 at Tiki's Grill & Bar, restaurant lanai. Featuring pineapple bobbing, face painting, children's entertainment, mask making, contests and more. Starting at 10 p.m. on Oct. 31, "Dress as Your Favorite Tiki" to receive a $20 gift certificate. Call 923-8454 or visit www.tikisgrill.com.

Nightlife

Che Pasta: Live DJs and a costume contest at midnight. Prizes awarded for most original, most sexy and scariest. Cover charge is $5, ladies are free before 11 p.m. Call 636-5315.
Compadres Bar & Grill: Music by Plumpus, The Mozo Band and DJ Dell at 10 p.m. Oct. 31. $5 cover charge. The restaurant is also offering a pumpkin fried ice cream dessert. Call 591-8307.
Halloween High Steppin': 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Hyatt Regency. Featuring Eddie Bo at the fourth annual All Hallow's Eve extravaganza.
"Saints & Sinners Halloween Ball": Come dressed for the theme 'saints and sinners.' Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Pearl in Ala Moana Center, third level. For ages 21 and over. No cover charge. Call 944-8000 or visit www.pearlhawaii.com
"Salsaween Costume Bash": Cash prizes for the best costume -- male, female and couple. At the "Salsa After Hours" party, 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Oct. 27 at Rumours Night Club. Cover charge is $7; $5 before 9 p.m. Call 955-4811 or 285-0072.
"La Zona Latina's Halloween Costume Bash: 9 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. Oct. 27 at Panama Hattie's in Aiea. Featuring Latin music, a costume contest and more. Cover charge is $8. Call 485-8226 or 285-0072.

Neighbor Island

"Night Before Halloween Costume Party": Costume contest registration at 5 p.m. Oct. 30. Keiki contest, followed by an adult contest, 5:30 p.m. at Hula Grill Maui, Whaler's Village, Kaanapali. Costumes are judged based on creativity, originality and support elements such as a theme song or dance. Anyone dressed in a costume receives a 25 percent discount on food purchases. Live entertainment by TBA. Call (808) 667-6636.