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Posted on: Friday, August 24, 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. 24

MAGIC

David Copperfield, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats at 5 and 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $85* and $60* for evening shows, $70* and $55* for matinees; discounts available for all shows except the 8 p.m. show on Saturday. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus), 732-7733 (group reservations).

MUSIC

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

• Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., 'Iolani Palace grounds; repeats Fridays; free. 922-5331.

• Maunalua, traditional Hawaiian, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

• 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.

• Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Ward Stadium 16 multiplex theaters; repeats Saturday; free. 735-6003.

• Summer Salsa-bration, with music by Orquesta SalsAloha and a dance performance by Son D' Hawaii, 6:30-9 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

• "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.

• Garza Ohana, contemporary and Hawaiian with hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

• Jason and Dani, contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe; free. 455-8733.

• The Mana'o Company will perform selections from their new CD, "Spread a Little Aloha," Hawaiian, 7 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

• The Makaha Sons will perform tunes from their latest release, "Na Pua O Hawaii," Hawaiian, 8 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

All Star Band CD Release Party, 9 p.m.-midnight, aboard the Ali'i Kai catamaran; proceeds to benefit the March of Dimes; boarding begins at 8:30 p.m.; $15 ($12 advance). 973-2151.

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.

• Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Ke Kia'i A O Hula, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

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.

"Adrenaline," a jazz and hip-hop concert presented by Central YMCA and Dance Central, 7:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday; $7 ($5 advance). 226-9343.

STAGE

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

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Pottery Sale, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Laniakea YWCA lobby; free admission. 538-7061.

• 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.

• Mini Japanese Festival, 6-9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel Diamond Head lawn; games, face painting, food and more; repeats Monday and Aug. 31; free admission; 10-scrip minimum purchase ($5 value) for games and food. 382-4358.

MIXED BAG

'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries tour only: $10*. 522-0832.

• 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.

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 and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Town Center of Mililani; and 5-7 p.m. at Kapolei Shopping Center; also, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall, and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

• Meet artist Al Hogue, also known as the "Modern Master of Light," 5:30-8:30 p.m., AMC Gallerie; Ala Moana Center; free. 946-4863.

Hawaii Street Car Show Off, 6-11 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; with contests, DJ Battle, skate ramp exhibition and more; continues 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $10*. 591-2211.

• 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.

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Aug. 25

MAGIC

David Copperfield, 5 and 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats at 5 and 8 p.m. Sunday; $85* and $60* for evening shows, $70* and $55* for matinees; discounts available for all shows except the 8 p.m. show Saturday. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus), 732-7733 (group reservations).

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.

• Royal Hawaiian Band, 11 a.m.-noon, Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

• Hawaii Loa perform selections from their new CD "Hawaiian Memories," noon-1 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

• Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; and 6:30-8:30 p.m., Ward Stadium 16 multiplex theaters; free.735-6003.

• Koa'uka will perform songs from their latest release, "Strictly Koa'uka Style," contemporary Hawaiian, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

• Los Haldenedos, traditional Puerto Rican music, 3-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

KIPO First Anniversary Blues Marathon, 4 p.m.-1 a.m., Anna Bannana's; featuring The Eric Petersen Band at 4 p.m., Bluzilla at 6 p.m., Third Degree at 8 p.m., Bob Jones & Hard Drive with Keahi Conjugacion at 10 p.m., and a blues jam session at midnight; $7* before 6 p.m.; $10* from 6 p.m. 955-8821.

• Jimmy Borges and The Jazz All Stars, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; part of the center's Summer Sea Breeze Concert series; free. 396-0766.

• "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.

Frank B. Shaner Hawaiian Falsetto Contest, showcasing amateur falsetto singers, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $20*-$30*. 528-0506, 589-1771; toll free from the Neighbor Islands (800) 852-7690.

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.

Hip-Hop Classes for Children ages 7-11, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; classes on Saturdays; $32 for four weeks. Register: 224-4777.

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

• Keiki Ka Pa Hula O Kauanoe O Wa'ahila, modern and traditional hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

• Kapahulu Senior Center Bon Dance, 6-10 p.m., 3410 Campbell Ave.; free. 737-1748.

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

• 'Aiea Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance, 7:30 p.m., 99-186 Puakala Road; free. 488-5685.

"Adrenaline," a jazz and hip-hop concert presented by Central YMCA and Dance Central, 7:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $7 ($5 advance). 226-9343.

STAGE

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

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• 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.

• Waikiki Farmers Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; produce, seafood, floral products, cooking demonstrations and entertainment; free admission. 922-2299.

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine Waikiki Farmers Market Festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; fresh produce, seafood, cooking demonstrations, entertainment and more; part of the 10th anniversary of the founding of the HRC chefs' group; free. 922-2299.

Psychic Fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Windward Mall, lower level, Sears wing; continues Sunday; fees vary. 235-1143.

• Maui Family Fun Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Market City Shopping Center; entertainment, Maui Onion Eating Contest at 12:30 p.m., children's storytelling, make-and-take craft activities, face painting 1-2 p.m., and more; free. 734-0282.

• "Gimme a Break" summer fun activities, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; highlights include Qigong demonstrations at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Cantabile Strings at noon, Greg MacDonald on steel drums at 12:30 p.m., Kajzendo at 2:15 p.m.; also, massages, bonsai display and lectures, crafts and more; activities continue Sunday; free. 732-7736.

• Greek Festival, a fund-raiser for Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox church, noon-9 p.m., McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park; featuring Mediterranean food, Greek films and entertainment; repeats Sunday; $3*. 521-7220.

NATURE

• Compost Workshop, a hands-on session on how to recycle garden and kitchen scraps, 9:30-11 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; also, bring a container for free mulch; free. Register: 547-7897.

Forest Impressions, for ages 5 and older, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; visit a forest and compile your memories in a scrapbook; $14* per parent/child team. Register: 955-0100.

• 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.

• "The Best Day Summer Fun i A Family Food Festival and Keiki Carnival," 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Koko Marina Center, near the Bell Tower; featuring keiki rides, entertainment, contests, take-home craft activities and more; free admission. 395-4737.

• 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

• "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.

• "Applying Feng Shui Principles to the Home," a seminar conducted by feng shui master Clarence Lau and home design consultant Patty Kincaid, 10-11 a.m., Vagabond House, Ward Centre; free. Register: 593-0288.

Hawaii Street Car Show Off, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; with contests, DJ Battle, skate ramp exhibition and more; continues 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $10*. 591-2211.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• Gymnastics exhibition by Hawaiian Island Twisters, 1-2 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 1 p.m. at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. at Windward Mall, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, and 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

Silent Art Auction, a fund-raiser for a summer sailing program for disadvantaged and at-risk youths, 2-6 p.m., Gentry Pacific Design Center; $25. 239-2992.

• 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.

• 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.

Hawaii Regional Cuisine Gala Dinner, a grazing event with 25 food stations featuring the creations of the 12 HRC founding chefs and 13 Hawaiian Island Chefs; proceeds to benefit culinary programs in Hawai'i's community colleges; $100*. 931-3155.

• 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. 26

MAGIC

David Copperfield, 5 and 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $70* and $55* for the matinee; $85* and $60* for the 8 p.m. show; final performances. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus), 732-7733 (group reservations).

MUSIC

• Jim Smart, acoustic guitar, 9-11 a.m., Koko Crater Coffee Roasters, Hawaii Kai Shopping Center; repeats Sundays; free. 393-2422.

• Junior Maile, singer-composer, with guest appearance by saxophonist Michael Paulo, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; autograph session to follow; free. 676-6698.

• Ewalani's Hula Maidens, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

• "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.

"Adrenaline," a jazz and hip-hop concert presented by Central YMCA and Dance Central, 7:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center; $7 ($5 advance). 226-9343.

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

• Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Ka Pa Nani O Lilinoe, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

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.

• 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.

STAGE

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

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Psychic Fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Windward Mall, lower level, Sears wing; fees vary. 235-1143.

• "Gimme a Break" summer fun activities, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; highlights include entertainment by Lono and Darrell at 11 a.m., Randy Focht at 11:30 a.m., Qigong demonstrations at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Moonlight Jazz Trio at noon, Pumehana Davis and Rocky Holmes at 1 p.m., and UpCountry at 2 p.m.; also, massages, bonsai display and lectures, crafts and more; free. 732-7736.

NATURE

Kahuku Shoreline Hike for adults, led by naturalists Phil Bruner of Brigham Young University-Hawaii and Carol Hopper of Waikiki Aquarium, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; participants must provide own transportation to site; $10*. Register: 923-9741.

Nature Photography, for ages 5 and older, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; use a Polaroid camera to take pictures and create your own picture frame; $17* per parent/child team. Register: 955-0100.

4 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.

• 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 Lighthouse Walk, 9 a.m.-noon, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; repeats Sundays; $10*. Register: The Clean Air Team, 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.

Hawaii Street Car Show Off, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; with contests, DJ Battle, skate ramp exhibition and more; $10*. 591-2211.

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. 27

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.

STAGE

Directing & Stunts Workshop, with director/producer and stuntman Dale Radomski, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Studio One, Musicians Association of Hawaii building; presented by Screen Actors Guild Hawaii Conservatory; $10*. Register: 261-3811, 596-0388.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Mini Japanese Festival, 6-9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel Diamond Head lawn; games, face painting, food and more; repeats Aug. 31; free admission; 10-scrip minimum purchase ($5 value) for games and food. 382-4358.

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; free. 488-0981.

"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.

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.

• Queen Lili'uokalani Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit, on display daily through Sept. 3, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

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Aug. 28

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.

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.

• "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.

Rhythm and Blues/Soul concert, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; featuring Zanuck Kapala Lindsey, Tennyson Stevens, Garin Poliahu, Randy Aloya and Dan Del Negro; repeats Wednesday; $15. 521-2903.

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

"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 and 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.

• Queen Lili'uokalani Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit, on display daily through Sept. 3, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

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Aug. 29

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.

• Omi, Hawaiian, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park, downtown; free. 523-4674.

• AT&T Wildest Show in Town, featuring a concert by Ten Feet, 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), keiki coloring contest of different animals, and 'ukulele drawing; free (donations to the Honolulu Zoological Society will be accepted). 531-0101, 926-3191.

• "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.

Rhythm and Blues/Soul concert, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; featuring Zanuck Kapala Lindsey, Tennyson Stevens, Garin Poliahu, Randy Aloya and Dan Del Negro; $15. 521-2903.

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.

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

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.

• Queen Lili'uokalani Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit, on display daily through Sept. 3, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

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Aug. 30

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, Hawaiian, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace atrium; free. 566-2337.

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

• John Feary, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Pineapple Room, Liberty House Ala Moana; 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, 8-9 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.

New York-style Salsa dance class, with Minnie Ruiz, 7:15-9:15 p.m., Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapi'olani Blvd.; repeats Thursdays; $20 ($75 for four sessions). Register: 926-8037.

STAGE

"Tripitaka Koreana," or "The River of Eternal Love," a modern musical presented by Korea's Hyundae Theater Company, 4:30 and 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $20-$70. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Tickets Plus).

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

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.

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 and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; also 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

• Queen Lili'uokalani Monarchy Series, a historical photo exhibit, on display daily through Sept. 3, Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

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