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Posted on: Friday, August 10, 2001

TGIF Weekend Calendar

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

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Aug. 10

MUSIC

** Koa'uka, contemporary Hawaiian, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** Air Force Band of the Pacific, contemporary, noon-1 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

** Na 'Oiwi, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; Dennis Kamakahi, Mike Ka'awa, David Kamakahi and Jon Yamasato will perform slack key, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian songs; free. 843-8002.

Aloha Friday Pau Hana Show, 5:30-7 p.m., Banyan Courtyard, Sheraton Moana Surfrider hotel; entertainment by Frank Hewett, Jerry Santos and Sean Na'auao; seating at 5 p.m.; the show will be broadcast live on radio station KORL 99.5 FM; $35 for Hawaiian buffet dinner and show; cocktails will be served in the Banyan Court, with a two-drink minimum. The Advertiser is a sponsor. Reservations: 922-3111.

** Polynesian Cultural Center presents a torch-lighting ceremony and Polynesian music and dance, 6-6:45 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 922-2299.

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

** Class Act, students in performing arts, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Fridays; free. 488-0981.

** Simplisity, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

** Sam Kapu III, contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe; free. 455-8733.

** Slammin' Summer Shakedown with Sassy Magazine and Kutmaster Spaz, featuring music and fashion, 7-9 p.m., Wildflowers at Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

"Song For Our Ancestors," with guitarists William Coulter and Benjamin Verdery, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts Central Courtyard stage; the program will include traditional, classical, Celtic and original music; $15*. 532-8700.

** Koa'uka will perform selections from their new CD, "Strictly Koa'uka Style," 8 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; autograph session to follow; free. 591-8995.

DANCE

** Hula Lessons with Puakeala Mann of Halau Hula O Maiki, 10-11 a.m., Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Fridays; free. 922-2299.

** Shingon Mission of Hawai'i Bon Dance, 6-11 p.m., 915 Sheridan St.; repeats Saturday; free. 941-5663.

** Sukiyaki Folk Dance Club of Kane'ohe presents a bon dance festival with a performance and dance lessons, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

"Cinderella, A Not So Traditional Story," by The Movement Center, 7 p.m., Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center; "The Gala," with food booths and Hawaiian entertainment, will precede the performance; $33* for gala and show; $25* show only; additional performances at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday. 735-8641.

Argentine Tango dance classes taught by George Garcia, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners) or 8:30-9:30 p.m. (intermediate), Honolulu Club; $8. 721-2123.

** Soto Mission of 'Aiea (Taiheiji) Bon Dance, 8 p.m., 99-045 Kahale St.; repeats Saturday; free. 488-6794.

STAGE

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.; $15*. 536-4441.

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 4 p.m.; $10-$30*. 'Ohi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Aloha Tower Marketplace Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., marketplace promenade; fruits and vegetables, Polynesian and Hawaiian crafts, and more; repeats Fridays; free admission. 566-2337.

** Hawaii State Farm Fair, sponsored by Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, 6 p.m.-midnight, Aloha Stadium lower parking lot; E.K. Fernandez rides and games, agricultural workshops and demonstrations, food, entertainment, contests, country market, plant sale, farm animals and more; continues noon-midnight Saturday, Sunday, and Aug. 17-19; and 6 p.m.-midnight Thursday; $3* admission. 485-1770.

MIXED BAG

** Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the beachside surfboard marker, "The Beaches of Waikiki," at the entrance to Kapi'olani Park, on Kalakaua Avenue across from Honolulu Zoo; the guided tour covers Waikiki's historic sites, between Kapahulu Avenue and International Market Place; repeats weekdays and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

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

** King Kamehameha III Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit depicting the life of King Kamehameha III, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; on display through Monday; free. 922-2299.

Mission Houses Museum Tours: Visitors Center and Ka Hale La'au at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Ka Hale Pa'i and Ka Hale Kamalani at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $10* ($9* kama'aina) per tour or $15* ($14* kama'aina) for double tours. 531-0481.

Summer Family Fun Lunch Cruise with Radio Disney, noon-2 p.m., aboard the Navatek; lunch, music, dance, games and other activities; repeats daily through Sept. 30; $49* ($37* kama'aina). Reservations: 973-1311.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.

Box Car Racing, presented by American Box Car Racing International, 3-9 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; repeats Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

** Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats Mondays through Fridays; free. 922-5811.

** Yo-yo Lessons, with Team Mililani, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; repeats Fridays; free. 625-5233.

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

** "Rainbow Magic," synchronized swimming by Mermaids Hawaii, 8 p.m., Holiday Inn Waikiki, second floor; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday; free. 538-3255.

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Aug. 11

MUSIC

** Polynesian Music and Dance, by Polynesian Cultural Center, 10-11:30 a.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; free. 922-2299.

** Herb Ohta Jr., performs selections from his new CD, "'Ukulele Dream," 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; autograph session to follow; free. 676-6698.

** Boys for Tama, seven-member gospel group, 2-3 p.m., Kahala Mall stage; free. 732-7736.

** Na Kanipaa, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

George Kuo, slack-key guitarist, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $15*. Reservations: 955-8821.

Charlotte Church, 15-year-old soprano from Wales, in concert with maestro Samuel Wong and the Honolulu Symphony, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; $45* and $65*. 526-4400 (Ticket Plus), 792-2000.

** Jan Shima and Saphire perform songs from Shima's new CD, "Who Is To Come," 8 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; autograph session to follow; free. 591-8995.

DANCE

Hip-Hop/Funk Dance Classes, for teens and adults, 10 a.m.-noon, Aloha Activity Center; beginning and intermediate levels available; repeats Saturdays and 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays; $10 per hour. Register: 224-4777.

** N2 Dance, hip-hop and jazz, 11-11:30 a.m., Kahala Mall stage; free. 732-7736.

** Shadiya and the Near Eastern Dance Company of Hawaii, folkloric and contemporary Egyptian belly dance styles, 1-1:30 p.m., Kahala Mall stage; free. 732-7736.

** Iwalani's School of Dance, Polynesian and hula, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

"Cinderella, A Not So Traditional Story," by The Movement Center, 3 and 7 p.m., Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center; $28* show and pre-show food event, $20* show only. 735-8641.

** Shingon Mission of Hawai'i Bon Dance, 6-11 p.m., 915 Sheridan St.; free. 941-5663.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

** Kahuku Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance, 7:30 p.m.; free. 622-4320.

** Soto Mission of 'Aiea (Taiheiji) Bon Dance, 8 p.m., 99-045 Kahale St.; free. 488-6794.

STAGE

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 3 and 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $10-$30*. 'Ohi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $15*. 536-4441.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Hawaii Heart Walk, a benefit for the American Heart Association of Hawaii, 7 a.m., starting and finishing at Kapi'olani Park; 6 a.m. registration; also, Keiki Fun Fair with Xtreme Fun games, health fair and entertainment (8 a.m.-12:45 p.m.) in the park; free admission; donations suggested. 538-7021, ext. 18.

** Kalihi Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Community of Christ, 2319 Rose St. in Kalihi; food, games and rummage sale; free admission. 848-6691.

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

** Rose Show and Sale, presented by Honolulu Rose Society, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Windward Mall; free admission. 696-3058.

** Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Sunday; free admission. 622-2508.

** Hawaii's Sign Language Festival, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., 'Ohi'a Building, Kapi'olani Community College; featuring sign language-related activities for keiki, food, crafts, exhibits, cooking demonstrations, evening entertainment, and free workshops in American, foreign and Hawaiian signs; free daytime admission; $5 for evening show. 926-4763.

** Friends of Liliha Public Library Book Sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the library; continues Sunday; free admission. 587-7579.

** Friends of Hawai'i Kai Public Library Book Sale, noon-4:45 p.m., at the library; continues Sunday; free admission. 397-5833.

Psychic Fair, noon-5 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; continues Sunday; fees vary. 922-2299.

** Hawaii State Farm Fair, sponsored by Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, noon-midnight, Aloha Stadium lower parking lot; E.K. Fernandez rides and games, agricultural workshops and demonstrations, food, entertainment, contests, country market, plant sale, farm animals and more; continues noon-midnight Sunday and Aug. 17-19, and 6 p.m.-midnight Thursday; $3* admission. 485-1770.

NATURE

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

** Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring hand-held poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.

** Halawa Xeriscape Garden, a three-acre botanical park with more than 200 varieties of plants that conserve water, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 99-1268 Iwaena St., Halawa Valley Industrial area; also features water-saving irrigation systems, mulch, and other xeriscape (water-saving landscape) ideas; repeats Wednesdays and Saturdays; free. 527-6113, 527-6126.

** Arboretum Tours, 1-2:30 p.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats Saturdays and 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

MIXED BAG

** Oceanic Cable OKC Fishing Tournament, for children 17 and under, 9 a.m.-noon, at the Hawaii Kai Towne Center's marina courtyard deck; limited to the first 100 entries; fishing poles provided (bring your own bait); also, entertainment and games; applications for pre-registration available at Copy Shop Inc., Hawaiian Island Creations, City Mill Home Improvement, Larry's Auto Parts and Sanrio Surprises at Hawaii Kai Towne Center; free. 396-0766.

** "The Diamond Head Story," a 2.5-mile walking tour led by volunteers of The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, from the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo to the crater entrance; repeats Saturdays; $5*. 948-3299.

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

Bowl for Kids' Sake, a fund-raiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu, 9 a.m.-midnight, 'Aiea Bowl; minimum pledges are $60 adults and $30 for children 16 and under. Register: 521-3811.

"Undersea Spree," a "Critters 'N Crafts" activity at Bishop Museum, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the museum's Hale Kea Tent; free with museum admission ($14.95*). 848-4168.

** Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m., Borders Waikele; repeats Saturdays and at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays; free. 676-6699.

** Polynesian Crafts activity, with the Windward Mall Teen Board, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Windward Mall Center Court; free. 235-1143.

** Keiki Storytime and Kids Kraft Korner, 11 a.m., Borders Ward Centre; repeats Saturdays; free. 591-8995.

** Aunty Pua's Keiki Kanikapila, with singing and storytelling, 11 a.m.-noon, Native Books & Beautiful Things, Ward Warehouse; repeats Saturdays; free. 596-8885.

** "Intergenerational Fun with a Giant Chess Board," with 4-foot tall chess pieces on a giant board, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; presented by Helping Hands Hawaii and Hawaii Chess Foundation; free. 440-3845.

Drift Session, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawaii Raceway Park; vehicles will make a single pass through a road course while attempting to "drift" (slide by losing rear wheel traction while achieving maximum oversteer) around turns; driver's license required; repeats Sept. 8; $8 drivers, $5 spectators. 551-1164.

** Family BINGO, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; win gift certificates and prizes; repeats Saturdays and 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 625-5233.

** Funtakes activity, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; learn to make magazine beads; free. 625-5233.

** Miss Chinatown contestants in a public appearance as they prepare for the pageant, noon-12:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

** Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble; repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free. 737-3323.

Box Car Racing, presented by American Box Car Racing International, 1-5 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; repeats Saturdays and Sundays, and 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays; $6*. 947-3393.

** Yo-yo and Tops Class, with High Performance Kites, 4-6 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; repeats Saturdays; free. 947-7097.

** Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m.; meet at the beachside surfboard marker, "The Beaches of Waikiki," at the entrance to Kapi'olani Park, on Kalakaua Avenue across from Honolulu Zoo; the guided tour covers Waikiki's historic sites, between Kapahulu Avenue and International Market Place; repeats Saturdays and at 9 a.m. weekdays; free. 841-6442.

** Autograph session with professional skate team, Circa, 6-8 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Doze With the Dolphins, an overnighter for keiki ages 6 and up, 7 p.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday, Sea Life Park; games, stories, starlight tour, midnight movies and more; $35* includes park admission, late-night snack and continental breakfast. Register: 259-2512.

** Yo-yo Class and Spin Top Demonstration with Yo-Cool Club, 7 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Saturdays; free. 235-1143.

** "Rainbow Magic," synchronized swimming by Mermaids Hawaii, 8 p.m., Holiday Inn Waikiki, second floor; free. 538-3255.

** Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for departing cruise ship, 9 p.m., Piers 9/10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; Hawaiian music and hula, streamers and more; repeats Saturdays; free. 566-2337.

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Aug. 12

MUSIC

** "The Electric Eighties," vocal performance by students of The Performing Artist Academy, noon-1 p.m., Kahala Mall stage; free. 732-7736.

** Sean Na'auao, contemporary Hawaiian, 1-1:30 p.m., Liberty House Ala Moana, third floor; autograph session to follow; free. 941-2345.

** Sixth Annual Inter-Island Community Drum Circle, led by group drum facilitator Arthur Hull, 2-5 p.m., Camp Mokule'ia; beginners, professionals and teachers are invited to bring drums and percussion instruments to participate in the drum circle; free. 377-DRUM (3786).

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

** Duchicela, music of the Andes, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

DANCE

** Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; repeats Sundays; free. 955-9517.

Kids Salsa Workshop, 11 a.m.-noon, Studio 201, Hawaii Dance Center, 661 Auahi St.; $12. Register: Minnie Ruiz, 926-8037.

Son D' Hawaii L.A. Salsa Workshop, with Alberto Archilla, 6-8 p.m., Hawaii Dance Center; repeats Sundays; $20. Register: 782-4788.

** American Square and Round Dance, 6 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; practice 6-8p.m., dance 8--9:30 p.m.; $4. 456-8465.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

** International Folk Dancing, 7-9:15 p.m., Makiki District Park; learn Bulgarian, Greek, Romanian, Israeli and other international folk dances; repeats Sundays; $3. 941-6453, 521-2270.

Swingsation, swing lessons and dance, 7 p.m., Atherton YMCA; Lindy Hop lessons 7-8 p.m. ($10, includes social dance at 8:10 p.m.); social dance 8:10-10 p.m. ($5, includes lessons 7:30-8 p.m.); repeats Sundays. Hawaii Jitterbugs, 735-1054.

STAGE

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; final performance; $15*. 536-4441.

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 4 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; final performance; $10-$30*. 'Ohi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free admission. 622-2508.

** Brunch on the Beach, with food booths and Hawaiian entertainment, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., on Kalakaua Avenue between Ka'iulani and Lili'uokalani avenues; among the performers are Maunalua, Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Halau Na Mamo O Pu'uanahulu and The Makaha Sons; scrip sales begin at 9:30 a.m. (scrips may be used at future Brunch on the Beach events); free admission. 523-4385.

** Friends of Liliha Public Library Book Sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the library; free admission. 587-7579.

** Friends of Hawai'i Kai Public Library Book Sale, noon-4:45 p.m., at the library; free admission. 397-5833.

Psychic Fair, noon-5 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; fees vary. 922-2299.

** Hawaii State Farm Fair, sponsored by Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, noon-midnight, Aloha Stadium lower parking lot; E.K. Fernandez rides and games, agricultural workshops and demonstrations, food, entertainment, contests, country market, plant sale, farm animals and more; continues 6 p.m.-midnight Thursday, and noon-midnight Aug. 17-19; $3* admission. 485-1770.

NATURE

Terrific Terrariums, a program for ages 5 and up, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; explore the various plants and animals that live in a forest and create our own terrarium; bring a clear, one-gallon container or jar (glass or plastic); youngsters must be accompanied by an adult; $14*. Register: 955-0100.

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

MIXED BAG

Diamond Head Shoreline Stroll, an eco-outing with The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo, along three miles of shoreline to Black Point; optional return by city bus or walk back along Diamond Head Road; repeats Sundays; $10*. 948-3299.

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

** Miss Chinatown contestants in a public appearance as they prepare for the pageant, noon-1 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Hawaiian Railway Train Rides, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m., 'Ewa Town, 91-1001 Renton Road; narrated 90-minute round-trip ride to Kahe Point; repeats Sundays; $8*. 681-5461.

** Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble; repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free. 737-3323.

Box Car Racing, presented by American Box Car Racing International, 1-5 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; repeats Saturdays and Sundays, and 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays; $6*. 947-3393.

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Aug. 13

MUSIC

** Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 566-2337.

Drum Joy! Classes, 3-5 p.m., Atherton YMCA; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; repeats 3-5 p.m. Mondays; also, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

** Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

** "Islands of Aloha," featuring vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays, and 8-9 p.m. Thursdays; free. 236-7104.

DANCE

** Hula Lessons with Puakeala Mann of Halau Hula O Maiki, 10-11 a.m., Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Fridays; free. 922-2299.

** Waikiki Swingers, with John Norris, dance to live music of the past, 2-4 p.m., Waikiki Community Center; repeats Mondays; free. 923-1802.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

** Swingtime in Honolulu, swing dance lessons, practice and pot luck, with Jennifer and Matthew Wong, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Aug. 22; $4. 236-4082.

MIXED BAG

** MOA Health Activities, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; learn about jorei (healing technique), flower arranging and Japanese tea ceremonies; repeats Aug. 27; free. 488-0981.

** The Annual Hawaiian Quilt Show, with quilting demonstrations, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Atherton Halau, Bishop Museum; features quilts, wall hangings and pillows of traditional and contemporary designs made by Auntie Debbie Kakalia, her granddaughter Nalani Goard, and their students; the show continues daily through Aug. 17; free admission ($5 for walk-in classes). 848-4160.

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

** Keiki Summer Monday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; clowns, magic show, puppets, storytelling, face painting and more; repeats Mondays; free. 625-5233.

** Lei-making Lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

** King Kamehameha III Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit depicting the life of King Kamehameha III, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and older, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.

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Aug. 14

MUSIC

** Polynesian Music and Dance, by Polynesian Cultural Center, 10-11:30 a.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; free. 922-2299.

** 'Ukulele Lessons, 10-11 a.m., Hibiscus Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

** Kahua, traditional Hawaiian and falsetto music, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** Elsie's Karaoke School student performance, 6-7 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Drum Joy! Classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1007 Waimanu St.; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; repeats Tuesdays; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

Reel Big Fish, with Go Jimmy Go, 7 p.m., World Cafe; doors open at 6 p.m.; a Goldenvoice event; $20 ($17.50 advance). 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

DANCE

** Kodak Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 523-4674.

** Line Dancing Lessons, with easy beginner dances, 6-8 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; presented by Parents Without Partners; repeats Tuesdays; free. 262-7441.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

NATURE

** Arboretum Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats Tuesdays and 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

MIXED BAG

** "Book Preservation Certification Training," a 12-week program for those interested in becoming volunteers at Bishop Museum Library, 9-11 a.m. every Tuesday and Friday, at the museum; free. Register: 848-4180.

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

** Hawaiian Quilting with Poakalani, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hibiscus/Orchid Bridgeway, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

** Children's Craft and Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Barnes & Noble; repeats Tuesdays; free. 737-3323.

** Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns nad more, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Tuesdays; free. 488-0981.

** Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Borders Waikele; repeats Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Saturdays; free. 676-6699.

** Tour of Hawai'i Theatre, with a demonstration on the 1922 Robert Morton Theatre Organ, 11 a.m.; repeats Tuesdays; $5. Register: 528-0506 (791-1305 for groups of 20 or more).

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.

** Family BINGO, 6-7 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; win gift certificates and prizes; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays; free. 625-5233.

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Aug. 15

MUSIC

** Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 566-2337.

** Sugah Daddy, contemporary, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park, downtown Honolulu; free. 523-4674.

** AT&B Wildest Show in Town, featuring an oldies concert by A Touch of Gold, 6 p.m., Honolulu Zoo; gates open at 4:35 p.m.; also: guided tour of select zoo animals (5:15-5:45 p.m.; limited to 30 attendees) and a keiki coloring contest of different animals; the summer music series continues Wednesdays through Aug. 29; free (donations to the Honolulu Zoological Society will be accepted). 531-0101, 926-3191.

** Swingin' Tradewind Jass Band, swing and traditional jazz, 6 p.m., Officers Club, Marine Corps Base Hawai'i, Kane'ohe Bay; no cover charge; Mongolian barbecue available. 531-7511.

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

** Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

DANCE

** Kodak Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 523-4674.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

** Country Line Dance Lessons, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Wednesdays; free. 488-0981.

Hip-Hop/Funk Dance Classes, for teens and adults, 7-8:30 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; beginning and intermediate levels available; repeats Wednesdays, and 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays; $10 per hour. Register: 224-4777.

NATURE

MIXED BAG

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

** Kids Story Korner, 10:30 a.m., Borders Ward Centre; repeats Wednesdays; free. 591-8995.

** Lei-making Lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

"Tip-A-Cop" fund-raiser for Special Olympics Hawaii, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch) and 5-9 p.m. (dinner), at participating Ward Centre restaurants; law enforcement officers serving as waiters/waitresses and bus help to raise tip money to be donated to Special Olympics Hawaii.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.

Box Car Racing, presented by American Box Car Racing International, 3-9 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; repeats Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and most holidays; $6*. 947-3393.

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Aug. 16

MUSIC

** Polynesian Music and Dance, by Polynesian Cultural Center, 10-11:30 a.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; free. 922-2299.

** 'Ukulele Lessons, 10-11 a.m., Hibiscus Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

** Kanilau, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace atrium; free. 566-2337.

** Haunani Bernadino, vocalist, noon-1 p.m., Native Books & Beautiful Things at Merchant Street; repeats Thursdays; free. 599-5511.

** Jake Shimabukuro, 'ukulele, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Pineapple Room, Liberty House Ala Moana, third floor; free. Dinner reservations: 945-8881.

** "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

** "Islands of Aloha," featuring vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats 8:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, and 8-9 p.m. Thursdays; free. 971-2080.

DANCE

** Kodak Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 523-4674.

** Country Line Dance Class, 6 p.m., Windward Mall; lessons from 7 p.m.; repeats Thursdays; free. 235-1143.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"Monkey on My Back," presented by Monkey and the Waterfall, a mask, puppet and stilt dance-theater company, opening at 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats Aug. 17-18 at 8 and 10 p.m.; $18 ($12 advance). 528-0506 (Hawai'i Theatre box office), 237-8156, 737-0306.

"The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds," by Paul Zindel and presented by The Actors' Group, opening at 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.; repeats Aug. 17-18, 23-25, 30-31 and Sept. 1 and 6-8 at 7:30 p.m.; and Aug. 19, 26 and Sept. 2 and 9 at 4 p.m.; $10 (2-for-1 student tickets available for Thursday shows only). 591-7999.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Aloha Festivals Royal Court Investiture, with traditional chant and hula, 5:30 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; free. 589-1771.

** Hawaii State Farm Fair, sponsored by Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, 6 p.m.-midnight, Aloha Stadium lower parking lot; E.K. Fernandez rides and games, agricultural workshops and demonstrations, food, entertainment, contests, country market, plant sale, farm animals and more; continues Aug. 17-19, noon-midnight; $3* admission. 485-1770.

MIXED BAG

"The Robot Zoo," a touring exhibit about animal robots, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; continues daily through Sept. 3; $14.95*. 847-3511.

** Hawaiian Quilting with Poakalani, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hibiscus/Orchid Bridgeway, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

Walking Tour of Historic Capitol District, presented by Mission Houses Museum, 10 a.m.; repeats Thursdays; $15. 531-0481.

** Tips on Tropical Flower Arrangements, with floral designer Lindsey Pollock, 10-11 a.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach; learn about native plants and how to incorporate seasonal flowers into arrangements; free. 921-9750.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.

** Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for departing cruise ship, 4:30 p.m., Piers 9/10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; repeats Thursdays; free. 566-2337.

** Family BINGO, 6-7 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; win gift certificates and prizes; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.. Saturdays; free. 625-5233.

** Yo-yo Class for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Thursdays; free. 488-0981.

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