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Posted on: Friday, December 21, 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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Dec. 21

YULE

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 located at Center Court; $4 (the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade is sold out); continues through Sunday. 955-9517.

Christmas Gifts and Toys Distribution, presented by Mother Earth Foundation, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fort Street Mall, between King and Hotel streets; also, entertainment and Santa; free. 585-6392.

Lil' Stars, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center Christmas variety show, 2-2:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Royal Ali'i Bell Choir, 4-5 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Performing Artist Academy, holiday variety show, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby (922-4422); and 7:30-8:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center (922-2299); free.

Ellen Masaki School of Music, holiday show, 5:30-6 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

City Choir, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

Merry TubaChristmas 2001, featuring Christmas carols performed on euphoniums and tubas, 6 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

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, in Waikiki; repeats at 6:15 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free.

Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom and Barry Flanagan, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; comedian Ken Noyle at 5:45 p.m.; free. 235-1143.

Blossom Lam Hoffman Studio presents a holiday performance, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

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.; continues daily through Dec. 30 (except Monday and Tuesday); $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; continues daily through Monday; $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; repeats at 10 and 11 a.m. Saturday; $5*. 235-7433.

31st Annual Christmas Water Show, synchronized swimming set to modern and Hawaiian music, presented by Mermaids Hawai'i, 7 p.m., Holiday Inn Waikiki; repeats at 7 p.m. Saturday; free. 538-3255.

19th Annual Live Nativity, presented by The Salvation Army, every half-hour between 7 and 10 p.m., Waioli Gardens, 2950 Manoa Road; featuring costumed actors and animals dramatizing the first nativity in an outdoor setting; repeats daily through Monday; free. 988-2136.

"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 7 p.m., Mamiya Theatre, St. Louis Center for the Arts; repeats at 2:30 and 7 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.

Sabrina Starr Dance Company, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

The Honolulu Boy Choir, 7 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach hotel; free. 921-9711.

Christmas Celebration Parade, presented by Council of Korean Christian Churches, 7 p.m., beginning at Ala Moana Park, traveling along Ala Moana and Kalakaua Avenue, ending at Kapi'olani Park. 228-5218.

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; continues through Sunday; free. 955-9517.

Ballet Hawaii's "Nutcracker," with the Honolulu Symphony, opens at 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring American Ballet Theatre's Ashley Tuttle; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $35*-$55* (opening night gala, $100, includes post-show champagne gala). 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Wednesday and Dec. 29; 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Dec. 28; and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"From Heaven's Throne," a Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; repeats at 6 p.m. Sunday; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.

"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; repeats at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $12* and $15. 438-4480, 438-5230.

The Way of Salvation Church presents a holiday performance, 7:30-8 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

"The Magic of Christmas," featuring stories of Christmas with the young Santa Claus and his friends, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m., Prosperity Corner in Kaimuki; repeats at 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday; free. 732-8870.

Highlands Intermediate School Concert Band, 8-8:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; 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. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

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

Digital Piano Concert, presented by The Piano Outlet, noon-12:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Leon & Malia's "Keiki Calabash" CD release performance, 4 to 4:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Sounds of Aloha Chorus, barbershop, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6 to 6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.

Jack Johnson, athlete/musician/filmmaker, will perform at 8 p.m., World CafŽ; Johnson will also screen his surfing film, "The September Sessions"; doors open at 7 p.m.; open to all ages; $15. 599-4450, 947-3633, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Alicia Keys in concert, midnight, World Cafe; doors open at 10 p.m.; those 17 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; $15. 585-2877.

DANCE

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

Hickam Halau, hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats 5-6 p.m. Sunday; free. 971-2080.

Argentine Tango Class with George Garcia, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners) or 8:30-9:30 p.m. (intermediate), Honolulu Club; repeats Fridays; $8. 721-2123.

24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.

Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance, at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.

STAGE

"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

"Tahirih - The Woman and Her Words," a drama featuring Los Angeles-based performer Tadia Rice, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center, Room 310; presented by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bah‡'’ of the Hawaiian Islands; repeats at 2 p.m. Saturday; free. 595-3314, 595-8698.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Monday; free admission. 396-4018.

"Return of the Light: Winter Solstice Festival and Whale Ceremony," a yuletide event with, music, dance and potluck, presented by Sacred Sounds and IKOH, the Inivisible Kingdom of Humanity, 7-9 p.m., Olomana Gardens in Waimanalo; proceeds to benefit Mother Earth Healing Foundation; $10. 386-3311.

MIXED BAG

"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas Day) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.

Box Car Racing, by American Box Car Racing International, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; also 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday through Dec. 28; $6*. 947-3393.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau mansion where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and 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.

Jerome Williams Autograph Session, 5-7 p.m., Kollectable Treasures, Aiea Shopping Center; meet the 1999 Waipahu High School graduate currently with the San Francisco Giants; $2 donation per autograph to be donated to Williams' favorite charity. 487-0720.

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; repeats Fridays; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.

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Dec. 22

YULE

Learn to Dance holiday performance, 9-10 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

"Star of Bethlehem: The Magi's Story," presented by Windward Community College, 10 and 11 a.m., at WCC's new Imaginarium; final performances; $5*. 235-7433.

"Christmas With the Animals," 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Honolulu Zoo; watch the animals receive gifts, such as deer-shaped, meat-filled pi–atas for the tigers; zoo-goers are invited to bring unwrapped gifts including plastic toys and soccer balls; zoo admission: $6* ($4* kama'aina). 971-7174.

The Sliders, 10-11 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

Hula Halau O Leolani, holiday dance performance, 11-11:45 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Liann Iaea-Collazo sings tunes from her CD, "Songs of Paradise," 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Makakilo Baptist Church Choir, 11 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Kawika Regidor and Ikaika Blackburn, Christmas and Hawaiian songs, 11 a.m.-noon, Koko Marina Center; free. 395-4737.

Halau O Hana Una Kuu Aloha, noon-1 p.m., holiday hula performance, Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

Performing Artist Academy, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

Hawaii Kai Christian Church Choir, 12:15-12:45 p.m., Koko Marina Center; free. 395-4737.

Girl Scouts, Koko Head Service Unit, perform Christmas carols, 1-1:30 p.m., Koko Marina Center; free. 395-4737.

House of I, holiday dance performance, 12:30--1 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

"Christmas Fantasia," holiday music and dance with Pacific Island Praise Choir, 1 and 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats at 1 p.m. Sunday; free. 235-1143.

St. John the Baptist School Choir, 1 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Monday, Thursday and Dec. 28; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Dec. 29; and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Hula Halau O Nawahine, keiki hula show, 2-2:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

"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; repeats at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday; $12* and $15. 438-4480, 438-5230.

Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Christmas performance, 2-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 2:30 and 7 p.m., Mamiya Theatre, St. Louis Center for the Arts; repeats at 2:30 p.m. Sunday; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.

Koolau Christmas Festival, 3-7 p.m., Koolau Center; with Santa, train rides, magic and balloon show with Kelvin Chun, inflatables, pony rides, and more; proceeds to benefit 'Ahuimanu Elementary School's Technology Fund; free admission. 306-1082.

Kevin Hopkins, guitar, 3:30-4 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Paka Smith's "Christmas in the Islands" CD debut release, 4-4:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Waikiki Serenaders, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, holiday tunes, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

Winnie Chan Piano Studio presents a holiday performance, 6-7 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Kailua High School musicians and singers, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

King's Guards, dressed as toy soldiers, perform a rifle drill to the music of "March of the Wooden Soldiers," 6:15 p.m. at the front gate of King's Village Shopping Center in Waikiki; repeats at 6:15 p.m. Sunday; free.

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; continues through Monday; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.

Kamehameha Schools Orchestra, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

31st Annual Christmas Water Show, synchronized swimming set to modern and Hawaiian music, presented by Mermaids Hawai'i, 7 p.m., Holiday Inn Waikiki; free. 538-3255.

Silangan Singers, holiday tunes, 7 p.m.., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

"A Glorious Christmas Concert," featuring the Honolulu Stake Tabernacle Concert Choir, Youth Choir, Children Choir and Concert Orchestra, 7 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1560 S. Beretania St.; no children under age 6, please; repeats at 7 p.m. Sunday; free.

Christmas Carol Singalong, led by The Salvation Army Band of Honolulu, 7-8:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church; free. 522-9555.

Ballet Hawaii's "Nutcracker," with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring American Ballet Theatre's Ashley Tuttle; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $35*-$55*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Friends at The Piano Outlet, holiday show, 7:30-8 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Ellen Masaki School of Music presents a 10-piano Christmas performance, 8-9 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

Stephanie Tangonan performs selections from her new CD, "Losing in Love," 4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Imua, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-6:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Pat Hayashi, singer-songwriter, performs folk music with acoustic guitar, 7-9 p.m., Teja; free. 735-9832.

DANCE

Hip-Hop Dance Class for children ages 7-11, 1-2 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Saturdays; $10. Register: 224-4777.

Hawaii Jitterbugs, swing, 1:30-2 p.m., Koko Marina Center; free. 395-4737.

Juerga Flamenca Class, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturdays; $15. Register: 732-7603.

Halau Hula O Nawahine, 4-5 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

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

24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.

Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance, at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.

STAGE

"Tahirih i The Woman and Her Words," a drama featuring Los Angeles-based performer Tadia Rice, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center, Room 310; presented by the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bah‡'’ of the Hawaiian Islands; free. 595-3314, 595-8698.

"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 3 and 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Plant and Gift Sale, presented by Waimea Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 9 a..m.-2 p.m., Waimea Falls Park; free admission; 638-8655.

Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Monday; free admission. 396-4018.

Hawaii Prince Hotel Craft and Music Faire, 2-8 p.m., in the hotel lobby; Hawaiian and classical guitar stylings of Maltbie Napoleon, 6-7:30 p.m.; free admission. 956-1111.

NATURE

Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 10 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 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 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 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; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

MIXED BAG

"The Diamond Head Story," a two-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.

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

Benny Agbayani will make an appearance 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Macy's Pearlridge men's department, courtesy of Myth Apparel; Agbayani will autograph any Myth purchase; free. 945-5894.

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

Bradajo, storyteller/artist/pidgin poet, 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Native Books & Beautiful Things at Ward Warehouse; free. 845-8949.

Italian Club of Hawaii Picnic, with music and potluck, noon, Kaimana Park, near the Natatorium across from Kapi'olani Park; free. Italianclubofhawaii.com

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

Box Car Racing, by American Box Car Racing International, 1-5 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; also 1-5 p.m. Sunday, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday through Dec. 28; $6*. 947-3393.

"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food, entertainment 4-6 p.m., and featured films ("Mission Impossible 2" and "White Christmas") on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; food from the following restaurants and eateries: Keo's, Yoshiya Japanese Restaurant, Skyline Cafe, Seafood Village, Simply Ono, Davey Jones Ribs, Royal Hawaiian Hot Dog, Mr. Pizza, Beach House Beverage Cart and Popcorn Express; "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free admission. 523-2489.

Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

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Dec. 23

YULE

Randy and Gay Hongo, praise music, and Christmas Service, 7:45 and 10:45 a.m., Honolulu Christian Church; free. 973-4345.

Christmas Variety Show with A Class Act Show Kids and Star of the Sea Lil' Stars, noon-12:45 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

"Christmas Fantasia," holiday music and dance with Pacific Island Praise Choir, 1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Ballet Hawaii's "Nutcracker," with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring American Ballet Theatre's Ashley Tuttle; final performance; $35*-$55*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"Santa Claus Lives in Hawaii," a new holiday 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; final performances; $12* and $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.

"Shout! Christmas is Coming" choral performance by students of 'Ewa Elementary School, 2-2:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

"The Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii State Ballet, 2:30 p.m., Mamiya Theatre, St. Louis Center for the Arts; final performance; $16*-$22*. 947-2755, 783-2747.

Merry TubaChristmas 2001, featuring Christmas carols performed on euphoniums and tubas, 3 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Kevin Hopkins, holiday music, 4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Waipahu High School Project SMILE Troupers present A World of Peace musical presentation, 4-4:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Royal School Bell Choir, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.

The Honolulu Boy Choir, 5 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

Honukai, Christmas music performance, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.

"From Heaven's Throne," a Christmas musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 6 p.m., Farrington High School Auditorium; final performance; $9*. 842-4242, ext. 661.

Rosalie Woodson Dance Academy, holiday dance recital, 6-6:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

King's Guards, dressed as toy soldiers, perform a rifle drill to the music of "March of the Wooden Soldiers," 6:15 p.m. at the front gate of King's Village Shopping Center in Waikiki; last day. free.

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; continues Monday; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.

Handel's "Messiah," performed by the Aloha Community Chorus, 7 p.m., Schofield Barracks' Main Post Chapel; free. 624-5108.

"Celebrate Life!" Christmas musical, 7 p.m., Central Baptist Church in Makiki; free. 538-6833.

"Christmas in Paradise" dinner-concert with The Makaha Sons, 7:30 p.m., 'Ilikai hotel; also featuring Chinky Mahoe and Halau Hula 'O Kawaili'ula and host Rodney Villanueva; doors open at 5:30 p.m.; $40* ($350 for tables of 10). Reservations: 944-6372.

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Thursday and Dec. 28; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Dec. 29; and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

Brother Noland's "New Faces, New Music" CD release performance, noon-12:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Royal Hawaiian Band, with hula, Hawaiian trio and soloists, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Sundays; free. 922-5331.

DANCE

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

Hip-Hop Dance Class for teens, 2-3 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Sundays; $10. Register: 224-4777.

Hickam Halau, hula, 5-6 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

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

Swingsation, learn to Lindy hop with Hawai'i Jitterbugs, at Atherton YMCA; 7-8 p.m. intermediate-level lesson, 7:30-8 p.m. beginner-level lesson; 8-10 p.m. social dance; free. 545-7600.

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

STAGE

"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 4 p.m., at DHT; final performance; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday; free admission. 396-4018.

NATURE

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

MIXED BAG

Diamond Head Lighthouse Walk, a two-mile stroll presented by The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; repeats Sundays; $10*. Register: 948-3299.

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.

Box Car Racing, by American Box Car Racing International, 1-5 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; also 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday through Dec. 28; $6*. 947-3393.

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

"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food, entertainment 4-6 p.m., and featured films ("Apollo 13" and "White Christmas") on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; food from the following restaurants and eateries: Keo's, Yoshiya Japanese Restaurant, Skyline Cafe, Seafood Village, Simply Ono, Davey Jones Ribs, Royal Hawaiian Hot Dog, Mr. Pizza, Beach House Beverage Cart and Popcorn Express; "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free admission. 523-2489.

Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for the departing Norwegian Star, 7:30 p.m., Pier 10, Aloha Tower; Hawaiian music and hula; free. 566-2337.

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Dec. 24

YULE

Honolulu Madrigal Quartet, noon-12:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Vocal & Dance Expressions, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.

Christmas Eve Dinner Show, with comedian Frank DeLima and singer/pianist Jay Larrin, 6-9:30 p.m., Hibiscus Ballroom, Ala Moana Hotel; no-host cocktails 6 p.m., dinner buffet 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.; $50* (includes dinner; cocktails extra). Reservations: 955-4811.

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; last day; $10* ($6* kama'aina). Reservations required: 539-9400.

Waipahu Samoan Assembly of God Youth Choir, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 28; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Dec. 29; and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"The Gift," a dramatic presentation, and Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 8 p.m., Honolulu Christian Church; free. 973-4345.

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

Drum Joy! Class, 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; also 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

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

DANCE

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

24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.

Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance, at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; last day; free admission. 396-4018.

MIXED BAG

Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5-8 p.m. (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); repeats Mondays. Also: 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); and 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (235-1143); free.

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Dec. 25

YULE

Mrs. Claus performs holiday tunes on her harp, 5 p.m., Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 527-5666.

The Honolulu Boy Choir Christmas Dinner Concert, at the Monarch Room, The Royal Hawaiian hotel; seating at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m.; $65*. Reservations: 923-7311.

MIXED BAG

Holiday Hike, a three-mile hike on Hau'ula Loop Trail; meet at 9 a.m. at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; the hike is from noon to 2 p.m.; presented by The Clean Air Team; repeats Jan. 1; $5* plus two city bus fares or a bus pass. Register: 948-3299.

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Dec. 26

YULE

Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also:indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, formerly known as the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.

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

Swingtime in Honolulu, swing dance lessons, practice and potluck snack, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; $4. 236-4082.

New York Salsa Styling Class, with Minnie Ruiz, 8-9:30 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; repeats Wednesdays; $15 singles, $25 couples. Register: 926-8037.

24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.

Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance, at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.

STAGE

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 28; 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29; and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 30; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

NATURE

MIXED BAG

"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.

Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Box Car Racing, by American Box Car Racing International, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; also 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 28; $6*. 947-3393.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 6-9 p.m., (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (586-6151, 235-1143); repeats Wednesdays. Also: 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); and 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); free.

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Dec. 27

YULE

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.; continues Dec. 28-30; $2.50*. 591-8411.

Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 1; $3. 488-0981.

MUSIC

Ellen Masaki's School of Music presents a piano performance, 10 a.m.-noon and 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach hotel; repeats Dec. 28-29; free. 921-9711.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, formerly known as the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.

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

Samba/Salsa Class for teens and adults, taught by Adela Chu, 7-8 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Thursdays; $10. Register: 737-8852, 224-4777.

Scandinavian Folk Dance, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Atherton YMCA; repeats Thursdays. $3. 386-2876.

Merengue, Rumba and Mambo Class, 8:15-9:15 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Thursdays; $15. Register: 732-7603.

24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.

STAGE

Slava's Snowshow, a Cirque du Soleil-style show with acrobats, mimes and "snow," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats Dec. 28 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 29 at 1:30 and 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 30 at 1:30 p.m.; $40* and $55*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

MIXED BAG

Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Box Car Racing, by American Box Car Racing International, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; also Dec. 28, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; $6*. 947-3393.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Moana Centennial Time Capsule Ceremony, 5:30-10:30 p.m., Banyan Court, Sheraton Moana Surfrider; music by Hawaii Loa at 5:30 p.m., official program at 6:30 p.m. with hotel and employee representatives showcasing the items to be placed into the koa time capsule; music by Kapena 7-8:30 p.m., pianist Ginny Tiu 8:30-10:30 p.m.; part of the hotel's 100th anniversary celebration; no cover charge (seating open to bar and restaurant patrons only). 922-3111.

'Iolani Palace Evening Tours, 15-minute tours celebrating the birthday of Queen Kapi'olani, beginning at 6 p.m. and continuing every 10 minutes until 8:30 p.m.; must be age 5 and older; first come, first served; repeats Dec. 28; $2*. 522-0822.

Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Thursdays; 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.

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