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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YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m., lunch ($7.50) at noon and dinner ($9.50) at 6 p.m. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Signing Santa, for deaf and hard-of-hearing youngsters, 10 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out). 955-9517.
• Sounds of Aloha Chorus, performs holiday carols, barbershop-style, noon, Restaurant Row; free.
• La Pietra Show Choir, noon-12:40 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Na Keiki O Manana, children's choir, 4:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Na Leo Lani Chorus, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.
• St. Andrew's Priory Strings, 6-6:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Sean Na'auao and The Poi Pounders, holiday concert, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 7 p.m., Mamiya Theatre, St. Louis Center for the Arts; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
• Na Keiki O Manana, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
Christmas with Na Leo Pilimehana and the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; also slack-key guitarist Daniel Ho; $15-$55. 792-2000, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
"From Heaven's Throne," Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.
"King Kalakaua's Nutcracker," Honolulu Dance Theatre's presentation of the classic ballet production with a Hawaiian theme, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $16*-$24*. 528-0506.
"Santa Claus Lives in Hawaii," a new musical by Art Freedman (book and lyrics) and Roslyn Catracchia (music), presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $12* and $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
"Christmas in the Islands," with the Teresa Bright Quartet, 7:30 p.m.,
Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; $12*. 532-8700.
"The Magic of Christmas 2001," featuring seven local magicians performing Christmas shows on a rotating basis, 7:30 p.m., Monty's Magic Theater; $12*. 524-1791.
• "The Magic of Christmas," featuring stories of Christmas with Santa and his friends, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., Prosperity Corner; free. 732-8870.
"Duck, Duck, Scrooge: A Commedia Christmas Carol," an improvised adaptation of the Charles Dickens' classic presented by the Lizard Loft, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10. 536-8047.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
MUSIC
• Wayne Takamine, guitar, performs selections from his new CD, "Two Ti Leaf," noon-12:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., 'Iolani Palace grounds; and 6:30 p.m., Ward Warehouse; free. 922-5331.
• Na Palapalai, falsetto trio, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.
• Liann Iaea-Collazo, inspirational singer, 6-6:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; free. 931-2655.
• Simplisity, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place; free. 971-2080.
• Kapono Beamer, Hawaiian, 7:30 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
DANCE
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring the Aloha Boat Days Dancers, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
• House of I, hula, 7-8 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
STAGE
"Derelict," an interactive theatrical experience presented by Cruel Theatre, 7-10 p.m. (performances begin every 30 minutes), Kickstand Cafe; $12*. 523-1004.
"The Little Prince," an allegorical tale about friendship, love and the importance of living a full life, presented by the University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 7:30 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; $9*. 956-7655.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Holiday Pottery Sale, presented by the potters of Toshiko Takaezu Ceramics Studio, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., Laniakea YWCA; free admission. 538-7061.
• Star of the Sea Church Thrift Store Ministry Christmas Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., on church grounds; free admission. 734-0396.
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; free admission. 396-4018.
• "A Christmas Fantasy," student Christmas art sale, 1-5 p.m., 'Iolani Gallery, Windward Community College; free admission. 235-7346.
• Twilight Craft Fair, 1-8 p.m., Shop Pacifica, at Bishop Museum; free admission. 848-4160.
NATURE
Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing, with Bishop Museum Planetarium staff and members of the Hawaiian Astronomical Society, 8:15-11 a.m., Bishop Museum Great Lawn; also, two educational programs will be offered: "The Eclipse Show" (9:30 and 11:30 a.m.) in the planetarium, and "Explore of Lore of Eclipses" (8:30 a.m. and noon) in the museum's Castle Theater; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4168.
Exploring the Reef at Night, presented by Waikiki Aquarium, 7:30-10 p.m.; learn about marine life natural history, reef walk safety and conservation; for ages 5 and older (youngsters must be accompanied by adults); $10*. Register: 923-9741.
MIXED BAG
• Seniors Day, 9:30 a.m., Market City Shopping Center; featuring demonstrations in holiday gift wrapping and sushi-making, and a talk by City Council member Duke Bainum; free. 734-0282.
• King's Jubilee, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:45 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.
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YULE
"Breakfast With Santa," 8:30-10:30 a.m. or noon-2 p.m., Manoa Grand Ballroom, Japanese Cultural Center; featuring Santa, costumed characters, clowns, magicians, games and a stage show; a benefit for Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii; $18* (includes meal and gift for youngsters). Reservations: 591-3588.
• Papakolea Community Annual Holiday Celebration, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Papakolea Community Recreation Center; entertainment, Hawaiian arts and crafts, food and more; free admission. 538-0599.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m., lunch ($7.50) at noon, and dinner ($9.50) at 6 p.m. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Waimanalo Christmas Parade, 10 a.m.-noon, from Waimanalo District Park to Waimanalo Beach Park. 259-7342.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out). 955-9517.
• "A Suite of Sweets," holiday show, 10 a.m., Tropics Showroom, Hilton Hawaiian Village; Drosselmeier (Michael Vernon) will narrate the tour of the "Land of Sweets" from Act II of the "Nutcracker" ballet; presented by Ballet Hawaii and HHV; free. 947-7888.
• Santa's arrival by outrigger canoe, 11 a.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach; free. 921-9711.
• Lutheran Church of Honolulu Choir, 11 a.m., Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.
• Kainalu Elementary School Chorus, 11-11:30 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• 'Ahuimanu Elementary School "Star Lights" holiday show, 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• N2Dance, contemporary holiday dance performance, noon-12:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Mililani Waena Jolly Keiki, noon-12:30 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
• 'Ewa Elementary School Chorus, noon-1 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
• "Christmas Fantasia," holiday music and dance with Pacific Island Praise Choir, 1 and 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, 1-2 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Christmas Party Outreach, sponsored by Hope Chapel Kailua, 1-5 p.m., Ocean Art Gallery in Kailua; music, crafts, keiki games, silent auction, artwork, Santa and more; proceeds to benefit the Samaritan Relief Fund; free admission. 263-6438.
"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii Ballet Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; meet dancers in costume at the free "Sugar Plum Tea With Santa" following the matinee; free photo with Clara (first 50 keiki during evening show intermission); and free Starbucks coffee and hot chocolate following the evening performance; $22*. 839-1596.
"Santa Claus Lives in Hawaii," a new musical by Art Freedman (book and lyrics) and Roslyn Catracchia (music), presented by Army Community Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $12* and $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
• The Brothers Cazimero, 2-2:40 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Magic Hula Studio, Hawaiian holiday music and hula, 2-2:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
"Christmas Talk Story," a collection of stories by local writers and a variety of Christmas songs, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 2:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre; for ages 6 and older; $10*. 839-9885.
"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 2:30 and 7 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.
• Christmas Carnival and Bazaar, 3-7 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; entertainment (Frank DeLima at 3 p.m., Halau Hula Olana at 4:30 p.m., Ho'omaika'i Hula Studio at 6 p.m.), Radio Disney games, Kelvin Chun magic show at 5:30 p.m., Christmas gift-making activities for keiki, storytelling and more; free admission. 922-2299.
• Hope Chapel Kane'ohe, holiday show, 5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• "Festive, Fun & Free" Christmas entertainment at Koko Marina Center, 5-8 p.m., at the center's bell tower; Na Hoku Star of the Sea Singers, 5-5:30 p.m.; boat parade, 5:30 p.m.; Pacific Light Band, 6-8 p.m.; free. 737-4676.
• Festival of Lights, featuring the 5th Annual Hawaii Kai Boat Parade and Marina Light Show, 5:30-7 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; free. 396-0766.
• St. Joseph Parish Choir, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
• Drill Team Hawaii's annual Christmas Dance Spectacular, 6-6:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Manoa Christmas Parade, 6-8 p.m., Noelani School to Manoa Gym. 834-3603.
• Leo Nahenahe, Hawaiian Christmas songs with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place stage; free. 971-2080.
• Makakilo/Kapolei Christmas Parade, 6-8 p.m., Umena Street/Kikaha Street to Fort Barrette Road. 672-4765.
Candlelight Christmas at Mission Houses Museum, with tours through historic houses and live vignettes based on 19th-century journals and letters, Christmas carols and refreshments, 6-9:30 p.m.; $10*. 531-0481.
Camp Mokuleia Christmas Dance, 6-10 p.m., Camp Mokuleia; featuring ballroom and Latin dance demonstrations; a smoke-free, non-alcohol event; $15 (includes dinner). Reservations: 637-6241.
The Honolulu Advertiser Jingle Bell Run, a benefit for The Honolulu Advertiser Christmas Fund and Special Olympics Hawaii, 6 p.m., beginning at the corner of King and Alapa'i streets, near the City Municipal Building, circling around the downtown Honolulu City Lights route, and ending at Aloha Tower Marketplace with a party at 7 p.m.; party will include announcement of contest winners, entertainment, and a boat parade (8 p.m.); JBR late-entry fee $30*; spectators free. 943-8808, ext. 66.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., begins at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• "Adeste Fideles," a yuletide musical event, 7 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; featuring The Kawaiaha'o Choir, Kawaiaha'o Bell Choir, Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus, Kawaioalonapukanileo Vocal Ensemble and Melveen Leed; free. 532-1260.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
Christmas with Na Leo Pilimehana and the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; also slack-key guitarist Daniel Ho; $15-$55 (limited seating available). 792-2000, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
"King Kalakaua's Nutcracker," Honolulu Dance Theatre's presentation of the classic ballet production with a Hawaiian theme, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $16*-$24*. 528-0506.
"The Magic of Christmas 2001," featuring seven local magicians performing Christmas shows on a rotating basis, 7:30 p.m., Monty's Magic Theater; $12*. 524-1791.
• Reign, 7:30-8 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• "The Magic of Christmas," featuring stories of Christmas with Santa and his friends, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., Prosperity Corner; free. 732-8870.
"Duck, Duck, Scrooge: A Commedia Christmas Carol," an improvised adaptation of the Charles Dickens' classic presented by the Lizard Loft, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10. 536-8047.
• Hawaii Yacht Club Christmas Boat Parade, 8 p.m., Honolulu Harbor.
• Roosevelt High School Symphonic Band Christmas Concert, 8-8:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Kamehameha Schools Orchestra holiday concert, 8:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
MUSIC
• Okinawan koto lecture-demonstration on the 13-string horizontal zither, with koto master Bonnie Miyashiro and apprentice Lisa Wakasugi, 11 a.m., Waipahu Public Library; free. 675-0358.
Go Jimmy Go's 5-Year Birthday Bash, ska/rock, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., South Seas
Village/Hawaiian Hut at Ala Moana Hotel; also featuring DJ Big Bear, and Ooklah the Moc; for 18 and older; $8. 941-5205.
DANCE
• Bando Mieharu, Japanese classical dance, 5-5:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Hula O Maiki, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"The Little Prince," an allegorical tale about friendship, love and the importance of living a full life, presented by the University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; $9*. 956-7655.
"Derelict," an interactive theatrical experience presented by Cruel Theatre, 7-10 p.m. (performances begin every 30 minutes), Kickstand Cafe; $12*. 523-1004.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 3 and 8 p.m., at DHT; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• "Christmas in the Ko'olaus," 6 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Chapel Kane'ohe; free admission. 235-5814.
• Moanalua Shopping Center Christmas Craft Fair & Bazaar, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at the center; free admission. 422-7555.
• Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission Fujinkai Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., on temple grounds; free admission. 622-1429.
• Season's Best Craft Fair & Gifts, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Ali'iolani School; free admission. 683-6064.
• Mililani's Save the Best for Last craft fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mililani Uka Elementary School; free admission. 676-7775.
• Papakolea Community Holiday Celebration, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Papakolea Community Center; entertainment, Hawaiian arts and crafts, plant sale, food and more; free admission. 983-8387.
• Ben Franklin Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Enchanted Lake Shopping Center in Kailua; free admission. 261-4621.
• Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Park, diamondhead; free admission. 622-2508.
• Windward Craft and Fun Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Castle High School; a benefit for the school's Project Graduation; free admission. 247-2305.
• Twilight Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Shop Pacifica, at Bishop Museum; free admission. 848-4160.
Psychic Fair, noon-5 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; fees vary. 922-2299.
• "A Christmas Fantasy," student Christmas art sale, 1-5 p.m., 'Iolani Gallery, Windward Community College; free admission. 235-7346.
• Hawaii Prince Hotel Craft and Music Faire, 2-8 p.m., in the hotel lobby; entertainment by The Lilikoi Boys 6-7:30 p.m.; free admission. 956-1111.
NATURE
• Honouliuli Preserve Hike, an interpretive hike along Palikea Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; for ages 13 and up; $5 refundable deposit. Register: The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i, 537-4508, ext. 220.
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; free. 233-7323.
MIXED BAG
• Boat Days festivities celebrating the arrival of the Norwegian Star on its maiden voyage to Hawai'i, 7 a.m., Pier 10; entertainment by Moana Chang and the Aloha Tower Entertainers; free. (Also: Aloha 'Oe departure ceremony at 2:30 p.m.). 566-2337.
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; $10 drivers, $5 spectators. 551-1164.
• Petroglyph Party, 1-4 p.m., Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply, in Kaimuki; featuring make-and-take activities for keiki, an appearance by author/artist Jeremiah Gruenberg and more; free. 734-8018.
• Sunset on the Beach, with entertainment, food and featured films on a 30-foot screen; 4 p.m. entertainment; 6:30 p.m. featured film, "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan," Queen's Surf Beach; featuring food from restaurants and eateries including Ryan's Grill, Auntie Pasto's and Asia Manoa; repeats Sunday with the film "Forrest Gump"; free admission. 523-2489.
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YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Musical Moments, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Brunch on the Beach, with a "Christmas for the Keiki" theme with food booths and entertainment, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., on Kalakaua Avenue between Ka'iulani and Lili'uokalani avenues; entertainment by the Honolulu Boy Choir, Halau Hula O Hokulani, and the Society of Seven Las Vegas and their "Lion King" show; brunchgoers are encouraged to bring a Toys for Tots gift; free admission; scrip sales begin at 9:30 a.m. (scrips may be used at future Brunch on the Beach events); 523-4385.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out); 955-9517.
• Halau Hula 'O Hokulani, holiday hula show, noon, Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• "Christmas Fantasia," holiday music and dance with Pacific Island Praise Choir, 1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii Ballet Theatre, 2 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; meet dancers in costume at the free "Sugar Plum Tea With Santa" following the show; $22*. 839-1596.
• Pearl City High School Concert Band, 2-2:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
"Santa Claus Lives in Hawaii," a new holiday musical by Art Freedman (books and lyrics) and Roslyn Catracchia (music), presented by Army Community Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $12* and $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 2:30 and 6 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.
• Performing Arts Academy holiday concert, 3:15 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
"A Classical Christmas," featuring the Honolulu Symphony Chorus with the Honolulu Symphony, 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $12.50*-$45*. 792-2000.
"Duck, Duck, Scrooge: A Commedia Christmas Carol," an improvised adaptation of the Charles Dickens' classic presented by the Lizard Loft, 4 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10. 536-8047.
• Drill Team Hawaii presents its annual Christmas Dance Spectacular, 4 p.m., St. Andrew's Priory School gym; free. 834-1681.
• Kamehameha Schools Performing Arts Company, 4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Winnie Chan Piano Studio Christmas Concert, 4-5:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
• Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.
• Posada Christmas Celebration, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Thomas Square; the Posada procession will travel around Thomas Square stopping at various tents filled with caroling choirs and children; meet at 5 p.m. at Thomas Square to participate in the procession; free. Also: Christmas entertainment and traditional Mexican Christmas refreshments to follow at Honolulu Academy of Arts Central Courtyard ($8*). 941-5216, 593-2226, 532-8700.
• Paradise Stars, 6-6:30 p.m., and Paradise Stars Kids, 7-7:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
"From Heaven's Throne," a Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 6 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.
"Home for the Holidays," Ho'okena Christmas concert, 6 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; guests include singer Keali'i Reichel, dancer Nani Dudoit, musicians Kit Ebersbach and Noel Okimoto, and Zanuck Lindsey and Ginai, Kawaiolaonapukanileo, and others; $25-$35. 528-0506.
"Let's Dance i Christmas Swing," featuring the Willie Barton Orchestra, 6-9 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian's Monarch Room; guests include Jan Brenner, George Chun, Sonny Maguire and Al
Waterson; $15 plus one-drink minimum. Reservations: 931-7194, 538-1522 (Hawaii Lupus Foundation).
• "The Christmas Gift," featuring The Honolulu Boy Choir, 6:30-8 p.m., Harris United Methodist Church; seating at 6 p.m.; free (donations suggested). 596-7464.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• Waipahu High School "Smile Project," 6 p.m., and Voices of Aikahi, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
• "Gift of Heaven," a Christmas cantata presented by Waianae Baptist Church Choir, 7 p.m., at the church; pre-program music at 6:30 p.m.; free. 696-4374.
"Christmas in Ensemble" concert featuring students of Ernest Chang Piano Studio, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, UHM; $6*. 536-0218.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
MUSIC
• Royal Hawaiian Band, with hula, Hawaiian trio and soloists, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 922-5331.
• "Songs of Paradise" CD release performance, with Leon & Malia, Ray Sowders and Larry Kaliloa, 5:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Pipeline Band performs songs from its new CD, "Island Surfer Girl," 8-8:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
DANCE
• Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10 a.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Dance Movement Academy K-Bay Gymnastics, 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Shadiya and the Near Eastern Dance Company, 12:30-1:15 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-77736.
• Israeli Folk Dance Party to celebrate Hanukkah, 1-4 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; also, light vegetarian and dessert potluck; $3. 373-2561.
• Na Hula O Kaleiokapualani, Christian hula, 3-4 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
• Puka'ikapuaokalani Halau, hula, 5-6 p.m., International Market Place stage; free. 971-2080.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Hula O Namakahulali, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"The Little Prince," an allegorical tale about friendship, love and the importance of living a full life, presented by the UHM Department of Theatre and Dance, 2 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; $9*. 956-7655.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 4 p.m., at DHT; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
"Derelict," an interactive theatrical experience presented by Cruel Theatre, 7-10 p.m. (performances begin every 30 minutes), Kickstand Cafe; $12*. 523-1004.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Bonsai Exhibit, Plant Sale and Craft Fair, presented by Rainbow Bonsai Club, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Noelani School; free admission. 239-9681.
• Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Park, diamondhead end; free admission. 622-2508.
Psychic Fair, noon-5 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; fees vary. 922-2299.
• Twilight Craft Fair, 1-8 p.m., Shop Pacifica, at Bishop Museum; free admission. 848-4160.
NATURE
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; free. 233-7323.
• Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 1 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; free. Register: 233-7323.
MIXED BAG
• Sunset on the Beach, with entertainment, food and featured films on a 30-foot screen; 4 p.m. entertainment; "Forrest Gump" will be screened; Queen's Surf Beach; featuring food from restaurants and eateries including Ryan's Grill, Auntie Pasto's and Asia Manoa; free admission. 523-2489.
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YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Lunalilo Elementary School, holiday show, 11:45 a.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
• Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, noon-12:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Na Keiki O Manana, children's choir, 3-4 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center (922-2299); and 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby (922-4422); free.
• St. Elizabeth School Choir, 5:30-6 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• King's Guards, dressed as toy soldiers, perform a rifle drill to the music of "March of the Wooden Soldiers," 6:15 p.m., King's Village Shopping Center; free.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• Niu Valley Middle School, holiday performance, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
"The Gift" From Chamber Music Hawai'i, with musicians from the Honolulu Symphony and featuring the Spring Wind Quintet, Galliard String Quartet and Honolulu Brass, 7:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of Honolulu; $15*. 524-0815, ext. 245.
"Christmas in Ensemble" concert featuring students of Ernest Chang Piano Studio, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, UHM; $6*. 536-0218.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
MUSIC
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place stage; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
MIXED BAG
• Keiki Monday, with storytelling, a clown show, balloons and more, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
• Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5-8 p.m. (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
[ Dec. 14 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 16 | Dec. 17 | Dec. 18 | Dec. 19 | Dec. 20 ]
YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m., lunch ($7.50) at noon and dinner ($9.50) at 6 p.m. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out). 955-9517.
• Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, 2-2:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Waikiki Serenaders, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.
• Hawaiian Mission Academy Chorale, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
• King's Guards, dressed as toy soldiers, perform a rifle drill to the music of "March of the Wooden Soldiers," 6:15 p.m., King's Village Shopping Center; free.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• Na Mele O Kanoelani, holiday concert, 7 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• Roosevelt High Symphonic Orchestra, 7-7:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Rubber Soul, Beatles tribute band, 8-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
MIXED BAG
• Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns and more, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m., Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; free. 734-8018.
[ Dec. 14 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 16 | Dec. 17 | Dec. 18 | Dec. 19 | Dec. 20 ]
YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m., lunch ($7.50) at noon and dinner ($9.50) at 6 p.m. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out). 955-9517.
• Holiday Storytelling, with Yona Chock, the magic storyteller, 1 p.m., Waipahu Public Library; magic, puppets, balloon sculptures and door prizes; free. 675-0358.
• The Kanikapila Singers, 2-2:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Farrington High School Band, 5-6 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• St. Elizabeth School choir performance with hula by Halau Hula 'O Kana Kapeka, 6-6:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Christmas Celebration, 6-7:30 p.m., Waimanalo Public & School Library; Christmas music, craft projects, treats for children, and Santa; free. 259-9925.
• King's Guards, dressed as toy soldiers, perform a rifle drill to the music of "March of the Wooden Soldiers," 6:15 p.m., King's Village Shopping Center; free.
• Kailua High Hawaiian Ensemble, holiday show, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• Na Keiki Mele O Pauoa, 6:30-7:15 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Holy Family Glee Club and 'Ukulele band, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
Local Divas Holiday Concert, "This One's For You, Loyal," featuring Melveen Leed, Carole Kai and Nohelani Cypriano, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Ballroom, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; also, comedian Mel Cabang; a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Loyal Garner Medical Fund; $28-$50 ($10 more on day of event). 922-4422.
"From Heaven's Throne," a Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Wiki Waki Woo, hapa-haole music with Hawaiian themes, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park; free. 527-5666.
• "America, A Holiday Spirit," featuring Elsie's Karaoke vocal students, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Ku'uipo Kumukahi and Halau Hawai'i, Hawaiian music and dance in honor of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, 7-8 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place stage; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
• Swingtime in Honolulu, swing dance lessons, practice and Christmas party potluck, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; $4. 236-4082.
STAGE
Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," opens at 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $25. The show repeats at 7:30 p.m. nightly except Christmas Day, through Dec. 30, with 1:30 p.m. matinees on Dec. 22, 26, 29 and 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400.
[ Dec. 14 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 16 | Dec. 17 | Dec. 18 | Dec. 19 | Dec. 20 ]
YULE
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance with meals provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m., lunch ($7.50) at noon and dinner ($9.50) at 6 p.m. Reservations: 945-6427.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-10 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out). 955-9517.
• The Honolulu Boy Choir, noon-12:45 p.m., Pacific Guardian Center courtyard; free. 596-7464.
• Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, 2-2:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free 955-9517.
• Flute Society of Hawaii, holiday concert, 2-2:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Brass Hawaii, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.
• Voice Master, 6 p.m., and Hawaiian Thistle Pipe Band, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 527-5666.
• Lincoln School Keiki Chorus, 6-6:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Honolulu City Lights Trolley Tour, a benefit for Hawaii Foodbank, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Ward Warehouse; tours begin every half-hour; last tour leaves at 9 p.m.; $2.50*. 591-8411.
City Lights Tour, 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Center, mauka side; tour the Honolulu City Lights display and walk through the Honolulu Hale courtyard; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.
• "Star of Bethlehem: The Magi's Story," presented by Windward Community College, 7 and 8 p.m., at WCC's new Imaginarium; $5*. 235-7433.
• The Salvation Army's Island Brass, 7-8 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; free. 955-9517.
"A Family Christmas," with Randy, Gay and Andrew Hongo, 7:30 p.m., Mamiya Theater, St. Louis Center for the Arts; featured guest is Cheryl Toma Sanders, Miss Hawaii 1990; $15*. 625-0175.
Hawaii Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Crossroads; featuring soprano Robin Craver and violist Chad Uyehara, and the Church of the Crossroads Chorale; $12*. 734-0397, 247-0610.
"From Heaven's Throne," a Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.
• Halau O Hanauna Kuu Aloha, 8-8:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center stage; free. 955-9517.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-6060.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Wiki Waki Woo, hapa-haole music with Hawaiian themes, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 261-3194.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place stage; free. 971-2080.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
STAGE
Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. nightly except Christmas Day, through Dec. 30, with 1:30 p.m. matinees on Dec. 22, 26, 29 and 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400.
MIXED BAG
Moonlight Tour, 7-8:30 p.m., Sea Life Park; bring a flashlight; $10*. Register: 259-2512.
