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Posted on: Friday, July 20, 2001

TGIF Weekend Calendar

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

July 20

MUSIC

** Ka'ala Boys, 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.

** Jazz show, by students of Columbia University, Poway High School and the Mina Okusa Trio, 2:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

** Ellen Masaki School of Music Student Recital, piano, 5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; doors open at 4:45 p.m.; no admission charge (donations suggested). 532-8700.

** Ray Sowders, singer/slack-key guitarist, performs traditional Hawaiian songs, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

Aloha Friday Pau Hana Show, with Hawaiian dinner, 5:30-7 p.m., Banyan Courtyard, Sheraton Moana Surfrider hotel; entertainment by Maunalua, Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom and Mana'o Company; seating at 5 p.m.; the show will be broadcast live on radio station KORL 99.5 FM; $35 for dinner and show; cocktails will be served in the courtyard area, with a two-drink minimum. The Advertiser is a sponsor of the event. 922-3111.

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

** Ka'au Crater Boys, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Tribute to Stan Kenton, Part I, a Hawai'i International Jazz Festival event, 7-10 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring Gabe Baltazar and Stan Kenton alumni, Carmen Bradford (formerly with Count Basie Orchestra), Nestor Torres and the USC Big Band; post-concert jam session 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; the festival continues through Sunday; The Advertiser is a festival sponsor; $20*-$40*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

** "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.

** Keiki Palaka Band, 'ukulele, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

** Koa Siu, contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., the Giving Tree Espresso Cafe; free. 455-8733.

** Namahana, contemporary Hawaiian, 7:30 p.m., Borders-Waikele; free. 676-6698.

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 Kaliko O Kapalai, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

** Western Round Dance Class, 6:30 p.m., Red Hill Coast Guard Community Center; new dancers welcome 6:30-8 p.m., Phase III/IV dance 8-10 p.m.; repeats Fridays; $5. 422-1356.

** Rissho Kosei-Kai Hawaii Kyokai Bon Dance, 7-9 p.m., 2280 'Auhuhu St., Pearl City; repeats Saturday; free. 455-3212.

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.

** Shinshu Kyokai Mission Bon Dance, 7:30 p.m., 1631 S. Beretania St.; repeats Saturday; free. 973-0156.

** Hale'iwa Shingon Mission Bon Dance, 8 p.m., 66-469 Pa'ala'a Road; o-bon service at 6:30 p.m.; repeats Saturday; free. 637-4423.

STAGE

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats Saturday, Thursday and July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11; and 4 p.m. Sunday and July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12; $10-$30*. '–hi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Saturday, Thursday, July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.; $12* for Thursday shows, $15* for all other shows. 536-4441.

"Cinderella," the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats at 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday and at 4 p.m. Sunday; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

"The Complete History of America (abridged),"presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats Saturday and July 27-28 at 8 p.m., Sunday and July 29 at 4 p.m., and Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; buffet dinner on the lanai available prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays; $22*. The Honolulu Advertiser is a sponsor. 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

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

** Hawaii All-Collectors Show and sale, 4-9 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; appearances by Japanese superheroes Kikaida and Kikaida01 at 7 p.m.; the show continues 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3.75*. 941-9754.

** Waipahu United Church of Christ Preschool 20th Anniversary Family Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the preschool; games, rides, crafts, food; free admission. 671-2389.

** West O'ahu Family YMCA Family Fair, 4-9 p.m., Mililani YMCA; entertainment, carnival games, plant sale, karate and judo demonstrations, food booths, scavenger hunt and more; free admission. 625-1040.

** Samoan Festival, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; featuring the songs and dances of Samoa performed by the Pasefika Band, Kanana Fou Youth, world-class fire knife dancers, the Polynesian Cultural Center Samoan entertainment troupe and Samoan choirs; part of the city's Hawai'i Ethnic Heritage Series; free. 523-4674.

NATURE

Aquarium After Dark, a lights-out tour of the Waikiki Aquarium exhibits, 7-9 p.m.; must be 5 or older, and youngsters must be accompanied by adults; $7*. Register: 923-9741.

MIXED BAG

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

** Japanese Tea Ceremony, conducted by Grand Tea Master Soshitsu Sen, 9 a.m., on the steps of 'Iolani Palace; part of Urasenke Hawaii Chapter's 50th anniversary celebration; free.

"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.

** A Day of Celebration, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Hawaii's Plantation Village in Waipahu; Hawaiian blessing of a new halau at 10:30 a.m., naming recognition for Mits Shito at 11:30 a.m., and refreshments at the Okada Education Center at noon; free. 677-0110.

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.

** Amazing Mazes and Puzzling Puzzles, displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday; free. 488-0981.

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.

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

Zooper Snooze, a sleepover for children ages 5-10 accompanied by adults, 6 p.m. beginning at Bishop Museum with activities, shows, exploration time in "The Robot Zoo" exhibit and an evening snack; at sunrise, participants will travel to Honolulu Zoo for breakfast with a zookeeper and animal observations; the adventure ends at 9:30 a.m.; $45* per family member (limit two children per adult). Register: Bishop Museum, 848-4168.

** 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.

** Backgammon Lessons, presented by Aloha State Backgammon Club, 7:30 p.m., Coffee Talk; free. 922-2674.

July 21

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.

** Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Hawaiian, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

** Jazz show, by the IKS Big Band, students of Poway High School and the Mina Okusa Trio, 2:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

** Shirley Iwase Piano Studio, 3-3:45 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** The Brothers Cazimero, Hawaiian and contemporary, 4 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; autograph session to follow; free. 591-8995.

Na Leo Pilimehana Dinner Concert, 6 p.m., Ko'olau Golf Club Grand Ballroom; dinner at 6 p.m., concert at 8 p.m.; $40 for Hawaiian dinner buffet and concert, $25 for concert only. Reservations: 236-4653, ext. 246.

** Garza Ohana, Hawaiian and contemporary, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

** Michael Carlin and friends, 6-8 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

** Summer Breeze Concert, featuring Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; also, salsa dancing and food; free admission. 396-0766.

Tribute to Stan Kenton, Part II, a Hawai'i International Jazz Festival event, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring The Four Freshmen, Bud Shank, Gabe Baltazar, Marvin Stamm Duo, San Diego State University Big Band and others; post-concert jam session 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; the festival continues Sunday; The Honolulu Advertiser is a festival sponsor; $20*-$40*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Dropkick Murphys, Irish-American punk-rock band, 7 p.m., World Cafe; also, with The Sticklers and Buck Shot Shorty; doors open at 6 p.m.; for all ages; $17 ($16.50 advance). 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"Daniel Ho ... Coming Home," with Daniel Ho and friends performing tunes from their new CD "Finding My Way," 7 p.m., Mamiya Theater; featuring Ho, Lina Girl, Jake Shimabukuro, Kilauea, Andrea Gomez Tukuafu, Sachi Sato and Siena Lee; sold out. 599-5775.

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

DANCE

** 24th Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival, a noncompetitive event featuring 10 hula halau, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Moanalua Gardens; Royal Hawaiian Band will perform at 8:30 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m.; also, Hawaiian arts and crafts, T-shirt sales, food booths and cultural demonstrations including lauhala weaving and ipu-making; free. 839-5334.

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: 988-0510.

** Pua Kapele Hula Halau, keiki hula, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Ka Pa Hula O Kauanoe O Wa'ahila, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

** Rissho Kosei-Kai Hawaii Kyokai Bon Dance, 7-9 p.m., 2280 'Auhuhu St., Pearl City; free. 455-3212.

** Shinshu Kyokai Mission Bon Dance, 7:30 p.m., 1631 S. Beretania St.; free. 973-0156.

** Wai'anae Hongwanji Mission, 7:30 p.m., 85-762 Old Government Road; free. 696-3125.

** Hale'iwa Shingon Mission Bon Dance, 8 p.m., 66-469 Pa'ala'a Road; o-bon service at 6:30 p.m.; free. 637-4423.

STAGE

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12; and 8 p.m. Thursday and July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11; $10-$30*. '–hi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Sunday, July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.; and Thursday, July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11 at 8 p.m.; $12* for Thursday shows, $15* for all other shows. 536-4441.

"Cinderella," the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, 3 and 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

"The Complete History of America (abridged)," by Adam Long, Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and July 29, Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., and July 27-28 at 8 p.m.; buffet dinner on the MVT lanai available prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays; $22*. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Sports Fest, celebrating the grand opening of Central O'ahu Regional Park, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., on Kamehameha Highway at Waipio Gentry; opening ceremony at 11 a.m., followed by Celebrity Home Run Derby and music by Kapena, Willie K, Chant, Reign, Dita Holifield, Gordon Freitas and Local Folk, and others; also, games, food and rides; free admission. 523-4674.

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

** Waialua Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Waialua Community Association, 66-434 Kamehameha Highway; free admission. 637-4606.

** Artfest, presented by Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, near the bandstand; ceramics, clothes, jewelry, woodwork and more; continues Sunday; free admission.

** Native Hawaiian Plant Sale, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Pat's Island Delights, Waiau Center; free admission. 484-8808.

** Ke Ola Mamo Health Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; free health screenings, herbal plants and more. 235-1143.

** Taste of Portugal, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii's Plantation Village in Waipahu; with food, music, arts and crafts on display, and more; also, CD launch of "Da Kine Music Vol. II" and roundtable discussion on plantation music 9-11 a.m. and 6-7:30 p.m.; free admission. 677-0110.

** Kane'ohe Celebration — "A Day on the Bay," 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kokokahi YWCA; entertainment, craft fair, pony rides and petting zoo, food, free kayaking and sail boating on Kane'ohe Bay, and more; free admission. Kane'ohe Community Family Center, 235-7747.

** Hale'iwa Arts Festival, with visual arts, entertainment, storytelling, keiki art and activities and food, 10 a.m.-6 a.m., Hale'iwa Beach Park; also, two films will be shown at Waialua Community Association Center: "Waikiki: In the Wake of Dreams" at 7 p.m. and "Surfing For Life" at 8:30 p.m. ($2* to benefit the O'ahu Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation); the festival continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; festival admission is free. 637-2277.

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

** Hawaii All-Collectors Show and sale, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; appearances by Japanese superheroes Kikaida and Kikaida 01 at 2 and 7 p.m.; and the Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction, 4-10 p.m. in the Pikake Room; the show continues 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3.75*. 941-9754.

NATURE

Day Reef Walk, with Waikiki Aquarium naturalists, 8-10:30 a.m.; learn about marine life natural history, reef walk safety and reef conservation; participants must provide own transportation to field site; minimum age is 5, and youngsters must be accompanied by adults; $8*. Register: 923-9741.

** Lua'alaea Hike, 8 a.m.; $2. Register: Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club, 674-1459, 623-2427.

** Park Restoration, presented by The Friends of He'eia State Park, 8:30 a.m.-noon, He'eia State Park; register at 8:30 a.m. in front of the park's visitors center; free. 247-3156.

Birds of Makiki, nature program for ages 5 and up, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; learn about the birds that live in Makiki Valley through games and craft activities; $14* per adult/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.

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

** 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.

** Children's Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Edna Allyn Room for Children, Hawai'i State Library; repeats Saturdays through July 28; free. 586-3510.

** 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.

** Funtakes, marble painting activity, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

** Camp Geoffrey at Toys R Us, noon-2 p.m., at the Pearlridge store; activities at the store's Play-Doh fun station; repeats Sunday; free. 487-6026.

** "Amazing Mazes and Puzzling Puzzles," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-5 p.m. Sunday; free. 488-0981.

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

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

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

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

Bowling for Rhinos, a fund-raiser for the Honolulu Chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers, 5 p.m., Waialae Bowl at Kahala Mall; $15 per bowler plus at minimum of $25 in pledges. 971-7199.

Kaumakapili Church Annual Lu'au with entertainment, 5:30 p.m., on church grounds; take-outs 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $20 (take-outs $15). 845-0908.

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

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

July 22

MUSIC

Sunday Jazz Brunch, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., The Wild Mushroom at Laniakea YWCA; music by the James Kraft Trio with Lisa-Maria, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Reservations: 524-8789.

** Shamisen Recital by Hanayagi Dancing Academy, 1 p.m., Pearl City Cultural Center; featuring guest artists from Japan, including seventh-generation Iemoto (Master) Kineya Sakichi and nagauta singer Kineya Sahime; shamisen players will be accompanied by singers and dancers; free. 455-5356.

** Jazz show, by students of Hoover High School, 2:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

Parade of Big Bands, a Hawai'i International Jazz Festival event, honoring Lifetime Achievement Award winner Gabe Baltazar, 4-7 p.m., McKinley High School auditorium; with USC and San Diego State Big Bands, University of Hawai'i Big Band and Oahu Junior Jazz Ensemble; also, scholarships will be awarded to young musicians; The Honolulu Advertiser is a festival sponsor; $20*-$40*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Ho'olauna Hou, a benefit lu'au-concert (5:30 p.m.) and Hawaiian festival (from 10 a.m.) for Halau Mele, a group of dancers and chanters from the halau of kumu hula John Keola Lake, 10 a.m., McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park; the concert will feature Pai'ea, Jerry Santos, Nalani Olds, Chinky Mahoe and Kawaili'ula, Na Hanona o ka Halau Hula Pa Ola Kapu and others; see Fairs & Festivals for festival details; lu'au-concert tickets start at $15. 566-6969, 674-6679.

Pacific Rim Children's Chorus Festival Concert, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring more than 325 youngsters singing in a mass choir, Halau Hula Olana, Kenny Endo's taiko drumming, Ben Sun on erhu (Chinese stringed instrument), Bruce Shimabukuro on 'ukulele and a koto performance by Sawai Koto Kai; $12*. 591-2211.

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

DANCE

Huliau 2001 — 15 Years of Hawaiian Dance, Chant & Traditions, presented by Halau Hula Ka No'eau, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; featuring an anthology of the halau's dance repertoire, and guest musicians the Kahauanu Lake Singers, Kawohi and Kalei, Mahiehie and April Chock; $18, $12. 528-0506.

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

Salsa Workshop, 6-8 p.m., Dream to Dance Studio; Alberto Archilla, instructor; repeats Sundays; $20. Register: 782-4788.

** The Watermelon Swing Dance, presented by Swing Dance Club of Hawaii, 6-9 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; the event will begin with basic West Coast Swing lessons; bring potluck dish and/or finger foods; watermelon will be provided; $5*. 926-9974, 239-5661.

** American Square and Round Dance, 6-9:30 p.m. (6-8 p.m. for new dancers), Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats July 29 at Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; $4. 456-8465.

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

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

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

STAGE

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 4 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday and July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11; and 4 p.m. July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12; $10-$30*. '–hi'a Productions, 484-8800 or www.ohia.com

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Thursday, July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11 at 8 p.m.; and July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.; $12* for Thursday shows, $15* for all other shows. 536-4441.

"Cinderella," the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, 4 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; final performance; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.

"The Complete History of America (abridged)," by Adam Long, Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 4 p.m., MVT; repeats Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., July 27-28 at 8 p.m., and July 29 at 4 p.m.; buffet dinner on the lanai available prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays; $22*. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** Artfest, presented by Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, near the bandstand; ceramics, clothes, jewelry, woodwork and more; free admission.

** Hale'iwa Arts Festival, with visual arts, entertainment, storytelling, keiki art and activities and food, 10 a.m.-5 a.m., Hale'iwa Beach Park; free admission. 637-2277.

** Hawaiian Festival, part of Ho'olauna Hou, a benefit for Halau Mele, 10 a.m., McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park; featuring storytelling, crafts, workshops, demonstrations and a film presentation; $3 ($15 for the evening lu'au-concert; see Music). 566-6969, 674-6679.

** Hawaii All-Collectors Show and sale, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; $3.75*. 941-9754.

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

NATURE

** Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring 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.

"Coral Spawning and Reef Romance," a slide-lecture presentation on the annual spawning of Hawai'i's rice corals, 7-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; also tour the aquarium's coral exhibits; for 16 and older; $16*. Register: 923-9741.

MIXED BAG

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

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

** Double White Ginger Ribbon Lei, 10 a.m.-noon, Flora-Dec Sales; $27.95 includes ribbon, needle and thread. Register: 537-6194.

** "Jan Ken Po," live TV taping of the trivia game with hosts Lanai and Augie T, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

** Camp Geoffrey at Toys R Us, noon-2 p.m., at the Pearlridge store; activities at the store's Plah-Doh fun station; free. 487-6026.

** "Amazing Mazes and Puzzling Puzzles," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-5 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; last day; free. 488-0981.

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.

July 23

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! 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, and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays; $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.

** Langley Ukulele Ensemble from British Columbia, 8:30-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main lobby; their repertoire includes pop, jazz, classical, folk and Hawaiian songs; repeats daily through July 28, as well as July 31 and Aug. 1; free. 922-4422.

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

Po'okela Awards 2001, the Hawai'i State Theatre Council's 18th annual event honoring theatrical achievement, 6 p.m., Ko'olau Golf Club; sold out. 524-4774.

MIXED BAG

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

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

Poodle Bud Vase Class, 10 a.m.-noon, Flora-Dec Sales; $23.95 includes glass vase and silk flowers. Register: 537-6194.

** 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.

July 24

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! 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 and 3-5 p.m. Mondays; $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.

Third Degree, blues, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; 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

Deco Soft Clay: Rose Wreath class taught by Yukiko Miyai, 10 a.m.-noon, Flora-Dec Sales; $35 includes sampler pack of clay. Register: 537-6194.

"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 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.

** "Prospecting for Resources on the Moon and Mars: Essential for the Development of Space Settlements," a lecture by G. Jeffrey Taylor, planetary scientist, 7:30 p.m., Room 114, Marine Sciences Building Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 956-3132.

July 25

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.

** Vernon Sakata Band, jazz, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park, downtown Honolulu; free. 527-5666.

** AT&T Wildest Show in Town, with a concert by Keoki Kahumoku and Herb Ohta Jr., 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), 'ukulele giveaway and a keiki coloring contest of different animals; the summer music series continues at 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 29; 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.

** Honolulu Symphonic Winds, a 55-piece band composed of professional musicians, music educators and students, 7:30 p.m., Pearl City Cultural Center; the concert will include works by Bach, Copland, Benny Goodman and others; Henry Miyamura will conduct; free, sponsored by Hawaii Youth Symphony Association. 956-8690.

Third Degree, blues, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $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.

** Swing Dance lessons, practice and pot luck, with Jennifer and Matthew Wong, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; $4. 236-4082.

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: 988-0510.

STAGE

** "Honk," British musical comedy presented by Punahou Junior School Musical Theatre, 7 p.m., Dillingham Hall, Punahou School; repeats Thursday; free. 943-3240.

"The Complete History of America (abridged)," by Adam Long, Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 7:30 p.m., MVT; repeats Thursday at 7:30 p.m., July 27-28 at 8 p.m., and July 29 at 4 p.m.; buffet dinner on the MVT lanai available prior to curtain Wednesday through Saturday; $22*. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

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.

** Fun and Games, 10 a.m., 'Aiea Public Library; a Tales for Toddlers program every Wednesday, through Aug. 8; free. 483-7333.

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

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

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.

Easy Glass Etching class, 6-8 p.m., Flora-Dec Sales; $14.95 includes etching cream, stencils, brush, a glass rose bowl and accessories. Register: 537-6194.

** Children's Summer Reading Program, 6:30 p.m., Waimanalo Public and School Library; free. 259-9925.

Sea Life Park Starlight Tour, 7-8:30 p.m.; bring a flashlight and learn some nocturnal facts about sea animals; for ages 4 and up; $7*. Register: 259-2512.

July 26

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.

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

** Jake Shimabukuro, 'ukulele, 6:30-8:30 p.m., the Pineapple Room, Liberty House Ala Moana; 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.

Keola Beamer, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 7 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; part of the aquarium's summer concert series; doors open at 6 p.m., and concertgoers are invited to view the aquarium galleries before the performance; $18*. 923-9741.

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

** Langley Ukulele Ensemble from British Columbia, 8:30-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main lobby; repertoire includes pop, jazz, classical, folk and Hawaiian songs; repeats daily through July 28, as well as July 31 and Aug. 1; free. 922-4422.

DANCE

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

26th Annual Queen Lili'uokalani Keiki Hula Competition, featuring the Miss and Master Keiki Hula competition, 6 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; competition continues July 27 at 6 p.m. and July 28 at noon; $8.50, $7.50. 521-6905.

** Line Dancing, 6 p.m., Windward Mall; lessons from 7 p.m.; presented by Parents Without Partners; repeats Thursdays; 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.

STAGE

** "Honk," British musical comedy presented by Punahou Junior School Musical Theatre, 7 p.m., Dillingham Hall, Punahou School; free. 943-3240.

"On Dragonfly Wings," by Lisa Matsumoto with music and lyrics by Roslyn, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the musical is based on the children's book "Wailana the Waterbug"; repeats at 8 p.m. July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11, and 4 p.m. July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12; $10-$30*. '–hi'a Productions, www.ohia.com or 484-8800.

"Aloha Friday," by Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats July 27-28 and Aug. 2-4 and 9-11 at 8 p.m., and July 29 and Aug. 5 and 12 at 2 p.m.; $12* for Thursday shows, $15* for all other shows. 536-4441.

"The Complete History of America (abridged)," presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 7:30 p.m., MVT; repeats July 27-28 at 8 p.m., and July 29 at 4 p.m.; buffet dinner on the lanai available prior to curtain, through Saturday; $22*. The Advertiser is a sponsor. 988-6131.

MIXED BAG

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

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

** 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.

** Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m., Waimanalo Public and School Library; free. 259-9925.

Haku Ribbon Lei class taught by May Masaki and Coryn Tanaka, 10 a.m.-noon, Flora-Dec Sales; $25.95 includes ribbon, needle and thread. Register: 537-6194.

** Preschool Storytime, for ages 2-5, 10:30-11 a.m., Kaimuki Public Library; repeats Thursdays; free. 733-8422.

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., Pier 10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; repeats Thursdays; free. 566-2337.

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

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

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