TGIF Weekend Calendar

The indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts or cheaper (or free) for students, seniors, military, members and/or children. Call the venue for details.

SPECIAL

Pacific Islands Arts Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Kapi‘olani Park, near the bandstand; handmade arts and crafts, entertainment, ethnic foods, make-and-take activities, prize drawings and more; presented by Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance; free. 622-2508.

"The Art of Warner Bros. Animation," an exhibition exploring the creative process in making Warner Bros. cartoons, opening at 10 a.m. Saturday, Honolulu Academy of Arts; also featuring an interactive Animation Station in the Education Wing Gallery and a Cartoon Theatre with continuous screening of Warner Bros. cartoons in the Education Wing Lecture Hall; gallery hours: 1-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays, through April 1 (closed during weekday mornings to accommodate school tours); $7*. 532-8700, 532-8701.

16th Annual Ala Wai Challenge, in honor of Nainoa Thompson, 8 a.m. Sunday, Ala Wai Neighborhood Park; canoe races, ancient Hawaiian games, exhibits, food, and entertainment by Royal Hawaiian Band, members of the Kamehameha Schools Hawaiian Ensemble, and Pai‘ea; free. 923-1802.

Vietnamese New Year Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand; entertainment, food, arts and crafts, cultural displays and more; free. 536-0590, 591-2528.

STAGE

"Under Milk Wood," a Readers’ Theatre production of Dylan Thomas’ play, presented by Honolulu Waldorf High School Drama Club, 7 p.m. today and Saturday, at the school hall; recommended for ages 10 and older; $5*. 377-5471.

"Vanities," off-Broadway comedy by Jack Heifner, starring Heather Tom, Stacy Keanan and Emily Kay, 8 p.m. today and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Hawai‘i Theatre; $25*-$45.* 528-0506.

"The Last Night of Ballyhoo," romantic comedy by Alfred Uhry, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m. today and Saturday, and 4 p.m. Sunday, at MVT; continues through Feb. 4; $22* (dinner buffet available 90 minutes prior to curtain, Wednesdays through Saturdays). 988-6131.

"Pidg Latin," by Yokanaan Kearns, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth and Kumu Kahua; 8 p.m. today, 4:30 and 8 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Kumu Kahua Theatre; continues through Feb. 18 (some performances will be co-billed with "How Kitty Got Her Pidgin Back"); $10*-$15*. 536-4441 (Kumu Kahua), 839-9885 (HTY).

DANCE

Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, with guest halau, 6:30 p.m. today through Sunday, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue: featuring Na Opio Me Na Kupuna O Ko‘olau Hula Halau, today; Kapa Hula O Ka Ua Noe O Wa‘ahila on Saturday; and Halau Hula O Namakahulali on Sunday; free. 843-8002.

Beginning Lindy Hop Workshop, with Hawai‘i Jitterbugs’ Gaile Sickel and Brent Keane, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Atherton YMCA; $30 ($50 couples). Register: 735-1054.

American Indian Dance Theatre, 8 p.m. Saturday, Leeward Community College Theatre; $22.50*. 455-0385.

Na Mamo O Ka‘ala, keiki hula, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Israeli Circle Dancing, 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; dance instruction 1-2:30 p.m.; $3. 373-2561, 674-8248.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Ka‘elepulu Elementary School Fun Fair, 4-10 p.m. today, on campus; food, games, rides, entertainment by Imua and more; free. 263-8549.

Year of the Snake Celebration, 5:30-7:30 p.m. today, Wahiawa Shopping Center and Wahiawa Town Center; lion dance, fortune readings, prize giveaways; free.

Hawai‘i Bridal Expo, with fashion shows and more than 200 exhibitors, 6-10 p.m. today, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; $8. 948-1040, 591-2211.

Chinese New Year Festival, 6:30-10 p.m. today and 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; lion dance, entertainment, demonstrations and more; free. 922-2299.

KCAA Thrift Shop Annual Asian Items Sale, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, KCAA Pre-Schools of Hawai‘i, in M¯‘ili‘ili; free. 941-9414, ext. 16.

Honolulu Street Market, with crafts, food, plants and collectibles, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, City Square on Kohou Street; free. 221-6042.

Big Island Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Ward Warehouse, ‘ewa end; Big Island farmers and artists will showcase their wares; also, entertainment and a plant sale; free. 591-8411.

Psychic Fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Windward Mall. 235-1143.

Mililani YMCA Preschool Rummage Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Mililani YMCA parking lot; free. 625-1040.

Psychic Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Maunakea Marketplace; astrology, palmistry, cards, psychometry and more. 486-7827.

NATURE

Honouliuli Preserve Hike, a "moderate" interpretive hike along the Palikea Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday; recommended for ages 13 and older; $5 refundable deposit required. Register: The Nature Conservancy of Hawai‘i, 537-4508, ext. 220.

Tropical Plant Nature Walks, 10 a.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays, Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; free. Register: 233-7323.

Exploring the Reef at Night, for adults and children, 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Waikiki Aquarium; minimum age is 5, and youngsters must be accompanied by adults; learn about Hawai‘i’s marine life, field trip safety and reef conservation; $10*. Register: 923-9741.

Kealia Trail Hike, a "challenging" six-hour hike for adults only, 8:30 a.m.; $12*. Register: Hawai‘i Nature Center, 955-0100.

Bamboo Jungle Journey, for keiki ages 3-5, 9:30-11 a.m. Sunday, Hawai‘i Nature Center; the youngsters will explore a grass jungle, go on a bamboo treasure hunt and take part in a craft activity; $12*. Register: 955-0100.

MUSIC

CONCERTS

Latif Bolat presents "A Night of Traditional Turkish Folk and Sufi Music, Poetry and Pictures," 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; $15*. 532-8700, 732-7717.

Hapa and Na Leo with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Blaisdell Concert Hall; Matt Catingub conducts the Honolulu Pops series concert; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $15*-$55*. 591-2211, 792-2000 (symphony box office), 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"I’ll Remember You," the Arthritis Foundation’s second annual fund-raiser, 4 p.m. Sunday, Don Ho’s Island Grill; featuring Teresa Bright, Don Tiki, Lopaka Colon, Na Hoku Pa, Don Ho and others; $50 includes heavy pupu and two standard drinks. 942-3636, 528-0807.

AROUND O‘AHU

Ka‘ala Boys, Hawaiian, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. today, Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m. today, ‘Iolani Palace grounds; and 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Kapi‘olani park Bandstand; free. 373-4263.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 2-3 p.m. Fridays, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Ike Pono, traditional Hawaiian music featuring Michael Lowe, Bobby Yu, Stan Oshiro and Donovan Collier, 5:30 p.m. today, Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

Class Act, performances by students, 7-8 Fridays, Pearlridge Center-Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Native Blend, contemporary Hawaiian, 9 p.m. today, Borders-Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

Pai‘ea, Hawaiian, 11 a.m. Saturday, Windward Mall (235-11430; and 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); free.

R.J. Kaneao, Jawaiian, noon-1 p.m. Saturday, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Hawai‘i, contemporary, 2-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Copal, music of the Andes, 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Native Roots, contemporary and traditional Hawaiian, 3:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Pati, contemporary, 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Third Degree, blues, 9 p.m. Saturday, Borders-Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

Sunday Jazz Brunch, featuring James Kraft Trio with Lisa-Maria, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Wild Mushroom, Laniakea YWCA. Dining reservations: 524-8789.

Waiahole Ditch Band, contemporary Hawaiian, 1-1:30 p.m. Sunday, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Soundettes, ’40s-’70s music, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

WEEKEND GIGS

(Openings, closings and one-time live shows)

Ellsworth Simeona, contemporary and country-western, 5:30-9 p.m. today, Brewery Bar, Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Na Kolohe, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, with hula, 7-9 p.m. today, International Market Place food court. 971-2080.

Coconut Joe, "tropical pop," opens at 8:30 p.m. today, at Baci, Restaurant Row. Shows 8:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays. 550-8005.

John Feary, contemporary, 8:30-11:30 p.m. today, Kincaid’s. 591-2005.

Ray Raymond Band, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. today, Sugar Bar. 637-6989.

Rail, rock, 9 p.m. today, Moose McGillycuddy’s. 923-0751.

Ooklah the Moc, reggae, 9 p.m. today, Anna Bannana’s. 946-5190.

Maliko Blend, contemporary Hawaiian, 9 p.m. today, Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Kapena, contemporary rock, reggae and Island roots, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. today, Lanai Bar, Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Orquestra SalsAloha and Latin Lady DJ Margarita, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. today, Gussie L’Amour’s; for 21 and older. 836-7883, 234-0772.

96744, contemporary, 9:30 p.m.-midnight today, Ko‘olau Ranch House Lounge. 247-3900.

"Pussycat Lounge Search for Miss Stone Groove 2001," 10 p.m. today, Wave Waikiki; also, Red Door Dancers, Miami’s DJ Rundown, The Jager Girls, Merlin Girls and a laser light show; for 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

Eastside Wrecking Crew, reggae, 10:30 p.m. today, Jarons in Kailua. 261-4600.

Na Kanipa‘a, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, with hula, 6-8 p.m. Saturday, International Market Place food court. 971-2080.

Kanilau, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, poolside, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Keyser Soze, Inspiration Point, Stunt Dog, Evil Dick and RSP, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Club Four 78; for all ages. 255-7040.

The Daytrippers, Beatles tribute band, 8 p.m. Saturday, Ye Olde Fox and Hounds Pub and Grub, 947-3776.

Ka‘ala Boys, contemporary, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Kincaid’s. 591-2005.

The Krush, top ’40s, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. today and Sunday, and 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Saturday, Esprit nightclub, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Star 69, rock, 9 p.m. Saturday, Moose McGillycuddy’s. 923-0751.

Palolo Jones, rock ’n’ roll, 9 p.m. Saturday, Anna Bannana’s. 946-5190.

Bud Cerio and The Now, R&B, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturday, Lanai Bar, Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

enbious, modern and alternative rock, 10 p.m. Saturday, Wave Waikiki; for 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

Dennis Kamakahi, Martin Pahinui and George Kuo, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m. Sunday, Lobby Bar, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort. 922-6611.

James McCarthy, Irish music, 6-8 p.m. Sunday, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

CLUB DJS

(Ongoing and one-time deejay club gigs)

Green Room, dance music, 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Indigo; for 21 and older. 521-2900.

Big Chill, ’60s and early ’70s music, 5-9 p.m. Fridays, Rumours, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

DJ Karlos, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Gold Zone; for 21 and older. 622-6928.

House of X, with the Sensually Certified Male Revue, 9 p.m. Fridays, Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

Late Night Party, top ’40s, 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Fridays, Rumours, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Friday Night Live, hosted by Keola Boy, 9 p.m. Fridays, World Cafe; live radio broadcast; for 18 and older. 599-4450.

Anti-Club, underground dance club, 10 p.m. Fridays, 3259 Koapaka St.

Latin Lady DJ Margarita, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, Banyan Club, Pearl Harbor; also, dance lessons with Salsa 101, 9-10 p.m.; for 21 and older.

Boogie Nights, classic funk, disco and soul with DJs Dyjtl B. and Kryp, 9 p.m. Saturdays, Brew Moon; for 21 and older. 593-0088.

Soul’d Out Saturdays, with DJs Euphorik and Sandman, 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturdays, Pipeline Cafe; for 21 and older. 589-1999.

Little Chill Party, ’70s-’90s music, 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturdays, Rumours, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Notorious Saturdays, with Scottie Soul and Daniel J, 10:30 p.m. Saturdays, Baci at Restaurant Row. 550-8005.

Club Matrix, Saturdays, Pango Pango; for 21 and older. 596-7887.

Saturday Night Da Bomb, with Sam the Man as host, 9 p.m. Saturdays, World Cafe; top 40s, hip-hop and booty; live radio broadcast; for 21 and older. 599-4450.

Soljah Saturdays, 10 p.m. Saturdays, Don Ho’s Island Grill; for 18 and older. 528-0807.

DJ Lion and DJ Loki, 10:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jarons in Kailua. 261-4600.

Sunset Salsa, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Sundays, Havana Cabana; also, dance lessons with Salsa 101, 8-9 p.m.; for 18 and older. 524-4277.

Top 40 Music, 9 p.m.-midnight Sundays, Rumours, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Sunday Night College Connection, top 40s and hip-hop, 9 p.m. Sundays, World Cafe; for 18 and older. 599-4450.

Sex-E-Sundays, with Sean D, DJ Free and K-Smooth, 9 p.m. Sundays, Venus Nightclub; live radio broadcast; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

Sanctuary Sunday, hip-hop, house, trance and rave music, 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Sundays, Pipeline Cafe; for 21 and older. 589-1999.

Dark Side of the Moon, soul, funk and hip-hop with DJ Grant Mitchell, 10 p.m. Sundays, Brew Moon; for 21 and older. 593-0088.

"Lo-Blo" Sundays, 10 p.m. Sundays, Wave Waikiki; for 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.

LOUNGE ACTS

(Ongoing gigs)

Quintinn Holi, 3-6 p.m. Fridays, and 7-10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Tropics Cafe, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Kevin Mau, contemporary, 3-7:30 p.m. Fridays, Coconut Willy’s, International Market Place. 923-9454.

Cory Oliveros, contemporary, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Sand Bar, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Ku‘uipo Kumukahi with Halau Na Wahine No Me Ka Ha‘aha‘a Mai Maiki, Hawaiian with hula, 4-6 p.m. Fridays, Duke’s Canoe Club, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-2268.

Rod Tanu, contemporary and Hawaiian, 4-8 p.m. Fridays, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar & Grill. 923-2277.

Hiram Olsen Trio, Hawaiian, 5-8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, House Without a Key, Halekulani. 923-2311.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5:30-11:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays, Mahina Lounge, Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4811.

Wiki Waki Woo, Territorial tunes, 5:30-7 p.m. Fridays, Waikiki Grand Hotel lobby. 261-3194.

Pu‘uhonua Trio, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays and Sundays, Sheraton Moana Surfrider. 922-3111.

Haku Mele, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays, Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.

Pai‘ea, contemporary Hawaiian, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.

Karla and Na Mea Hula O Kahikinaokalalani, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8:30 p.m. Fridays, poolside, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 6-8:30 p.m. Fridays and 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturdays, Chart House Honolulu. 941-6660.

Olomana, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Paradise Lounge, Hilton Hawaiian Village (949-4321); and 6-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Chai’s Island Bistro (585-0011).

Brickwood Quartet, jazz, Hawaiian and contemporary, 6-9 p.m. Fridays, Don Ho’s Island Grill. 528-0807.

Hada Rechel Band, contemporary, 6-11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays, Blue Lagoon Cafe & Bar, Waikiki Malia Hotel. 922-0776.

Bluzilla, "hip blues," 7-11 p.m. Fridays, All-Star Hawai‘i. 955-8326.

Kahali‘a, Hawaiian, 7-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Lobby Bar, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort. 922-6611.

Ginny Tiu, piano, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Sheraton Moana Surfrider. 922-3111.

James Kraft and Lou Benanto Jr., jazz, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays, Padovani’s. 946-3456.

Loretta Ables Sayre and the Betty Loo Taylor Trio, jazz and contemporary, 7:30-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, The Veranda, Kahala Mandarin Oriental. 739-8888.

Pierre Grill, contemporary, 8 p.m. Fridays, Hanks Cafe Honolulu. 526-1410.

Nightwing, contemporary, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, John Dominis Restaurant. 523-0955.

Mr. Gneiss, 8-11 p.m. Fridays, Shell Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village (949-4321); and 7-11 p.m. Mondays, Lobby Bar, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort (922-6611).

Dennis Ah Yek, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m. Fridays, Tapa Bar; and 2:30-5:30 p.m. Saturdays, Tropics Cafe, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 7:30-11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Hy’s Steak House. 922-5555.

Piranha Brothers, rock ’n’ roll, 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Texas Rock ’N Roll (923-7655); and 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Irish Rose Saloon (924-7711).

"Comedy Shack" with Lanai and Augie T, 8:30 p.m. Fridays, second floor, Pagoda Restaurant; pre-show music by Kalei Imua. 941-6611.

Coconut Joe, "tropical pop," 8:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays, Baci at Restaurant Row. 550-8005.

Frank DeLima and Na Kolohe, comedy, 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Captain’s Table, Hawaiian Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.

Keoki Johnson, Hawaiian, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Fridays, Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.

Stardust, top ’40s, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Hanohano Room, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Dean and Dean, contemporary, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Fridays and 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sundays, Chart House Honolulu. 941-6660.

Al Waterson and You, karaoke, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Fisherman’s Wharf. 538-3808.

Bongo Tribe, rock ’n’ roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Triple Threat, top ’a40s, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Fridays, Nick’s Fishmarket. 955-6333.

Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii, featuring Cynthia, 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Rolando’s Salsa Club & International Restaurant, Kahala Mall. 732-2861.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:10-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Lewers Lounge; and 10:15 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Lewers Lounge, Halekulani. 923-2311.

Ghost, R&B, 9 p.m. Fridays, Sand Island Rd. 847-5001.

Haumea Warrington, Hawaiian, 10 p.m.-midnight Fridays and Saturdays, Duke’s Canoe Club, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-2268.

GoGo Boyz, 10:30 p.m., Fridays and Sundays, Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. 941-0424, ext. 10.

Kapena, Island roots, reggae and Hawaiian, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays, Duke’s Canoe Club, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-2268.

Malanai, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.

Hawai‘i Loa, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Sheraton Moana Surfrider. 922-3111.

Byl Leonard Band, jazz, R&B and Hawaiian, 6-8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Don Ho’s Island Grill. 528-0807.

Jazzy Jay, light rock, jazz, soul and blues, 6-9 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Nick’s Fishmarket. 955-6333.

Sonny Silva, jazz guitar, 6-10 p.m. Saturdays, Cafe Sistina. 596-0061.

Ho‘okena, Hawaiian, 7-9:30 p.m. Saturdays, Chai’s Island Bistro. 585-0011.

James Kraft and Ernie Provencher, jazz and blues, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Saturdays, Roy’s Restaurant. 396-7697.

Ginai Johnston, 8-11 p.m. Saturdays, Shell Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Island Jam, Hawaiian and contemporary, 8-11 p.m. Saturdays, Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Leon Siu, Hawaiian, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Saturdays, Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian hotel (923-7311); and 8:30-10:30 p.m. Sundays, Sheraton Moana Surfrider (922-3111).

Rubber Soul, Beatles tribute band, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Saturdays, Texas Rock ’N Roll, Hyatt Regency Waikiki. 923-7655.

Brenda and the Bad Boys, rock ’n’ roll, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturdays, Sugar Bar. 637-6989.

Darrell Aquino, Hawaiian, 3-6 p.m. Sundays, Tropics Cafe, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Roland Chang, Hawaiian, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Sundays, Sand Bar, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Henry Kapono, Island roots and Hawaiian, 4-6 p.m. Sundays, Duke’s Canoe Club, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-2268.

The Islanders, Hawaiian, 5-9 p.m. Sundays, House Without a Key, Halekulani. 923-2311.

Ladies K Trio, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Mai Tai Bar, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.

Dale & Friends, "Hook ’n Blues" jam, 6-10 p.m. Sundays, Ye Olde Fox & Hound Pub and Grub. 947-3776.

The Geezers, classic country, 6-10 p.m. Sundays, Hanks Cafe Honolulu. 526-1410.

Kimo Kimokeo, Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight Sundays, Lobby Bar, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort. 922-6611.

Jeanette and Friends, 8-11 p.m. Sundays, Shell Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village. 949-4321.

Soul Bucket, 8:30 p.m. Sundays, Texas Rock ’N Roll. 923-7655.

Power of 4, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Sundays, Hanohano Room, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 922-4422.

Fantasy, contemporary, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sundays, Aaron’s Atop the Ala Moana. 955-4466.

Shakasamba, Latin-Brazilian jazz trio, 9 p.m. Sundays, Rolando’s Salsa Club & International Restaurant, Kahala Mall. 732-2861.

Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30-10 p.m. Sundays, Orchids; and 10:15 p.m.-midnight Sundays and Mondays, Lewers Lounge, Halekulani. 923-2311.

Makana, slack key, 10 p.m.-midnight Sundays, Duke’s Canoe Club, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-2268.

SHOWROOM ACTS

"Aloha Las Vegas Revue," impersonators, 3 and 10 p.m. daily except Mondays, Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. 971-4345.

"Creation - A Polynesian Odyssey," 6:20 and 9 p.m. nightly, ‘üinahau Showroom, Sheraton Princess Ka‘iulani Hotel. 931-4660.

"Magic of Polynesia," with John Hirokawa, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. 971-4321.

"Yes! Encore Hawai‘i," magic, acrobats, hula, comedy and Uso the Magical Monkey, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. nightly except Mondays, Polynesian Palace, ‘Ohana Reef Towers hotel. 923-7469.

Society of Seven, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, Main Showroom, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel. 922-6408, 923-7469.

Don Ho Show, 7 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, Hoku Hale Showroom, Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. 923-3981.

MIXED BAG

Chinatown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fridays; meet in front of Ramsay Galleries; $5. Hawai‘i Heritage Center, 521-2749.

Yo-yo Class for all ages, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays, Town Center of Mililani (625-5233); and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays, Windward Mall (235-1143); free.

Benefit Chili Dinner, 5-10 p.m. today, Campbell High School cafeteria; entertainment by Sistah Robi Kahakalau and Jeff Rasmussen; Bruddah Sam, emcee; proceeds will help send the ‘Ewa Unit of the Boys & Girls Club of Hawai‘i’s basketball team to a California tournament in March; $8. Reservations: 689-4182.

King’s Jubilee and Fireworks, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:30 p.m. Fridays, Hilton Hawaiian Village; aerial fireworks 8 p.m.; free. 949-4321.

Chinese Lion Dance by the Kong’s Siu Lum Pai Kung Fu Association, at the following Liberty House stores: 7:45 a.m. Saturday, Kahala Mall; 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Windward Mall; and 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Kailua; the dance will begin outside the main entrance of each store and proceed through the store, covering each floor. free. 945-8144.

Aloha Boat Days festivities for departing cruise ship, 9 p.m. Saturday, Pier 10, Aloha Tower; Hawaiian music and hula; free.

Balloon artistry by Kelvin Chun, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

Funtakes, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Town Center of Mililani; learn to make a dragon puppet at the "make-and-take" tables; free. 625-5233.

"Sharks in Hawai‘i," slide show and lecture presented by Tim Fitzgerald of the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology Shark Lab, 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Hawai‘i Kai Public Library; free. 397-5840.

Hawai‘i Junior Miss Pageant contestants, noon-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

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