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Posted on: Friday, June 15, 2001

The TGIF Calendar

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

June 15

MUSIC

** Ka'ala Boys, traditional and 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.

** Tsunami, the U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet rock band, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; free. 843-8002.

** Salute to Grads 2001 Makana Concert, with Namahana at 5:45 p.m. and Kapena at 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

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

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

** Jus' Cuzins, Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Rebecca St. James and Rachael Lampa, contemporary pop Christian music, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $10-$35. 528-0506.

DANCE

Beginning and Intermediate Jazz for Adults, 10-week course taught by Pam Gazinski, beginners' class 3:30-4:30 p.m., intermediate 5-6 p.m., The Movement Center, Kaimuki; $64 for either session. 735-8641.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Na Opio Me Na Kupuna O Ko'olau Hula Halau, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Amanda Schull, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, 6:30-8 p.m. June 22 and 1-2:30 p.m. June 23; other classes available. $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

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.

STAGE

"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Thursday and June 22-23, 28-30 and July 5-7; and 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24 and July 1 and 8; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.

"Love 3 Times," a "serious comedy" by Vilsoni Hereniko, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $15*. 536-4441.

"Tales on the Edge," entertainment from James McCarthy and Jeff Gere, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday; $10*. 521-2903.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** 2001 Home & Garden Show, sponsored by Finance Factors, 5-10 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3*. 945-3594.

** Honolulu Jaycees 50th State Fair, 6 p.m.-midnight, Aloha Stadium, lower parking lot; with E.K. Fernandez rides and games, food, petting zoo, entertainment and more; continues noon-midnight Saturday and Sunday; $3* (discounts on admission and rides on some days). 682-5767.

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.

** Aiea Orchid Club's annual show, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., 'Aiea Elementary School cafetorium; continues Saturday and Sunday. $2* donation. 488-3705.

"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.

"Polar Dino," presentation and lecture on dinosaurs of the South Pole by Patricia Vickers-Rich, author of "Dinosaurs of Darkness," 10:30 a.m.-noon, Bishop Museum; $4 per person or $10 for family of four, members admitted free. 848-4168.

** Chinese Lion Dance Performance, by Kung Seng Keng Lion and Dragon Association, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** Bobby Norfolk, storyteller, 11 a.m., 'Aina Haina Public Library (377-2456); and 2 p.m., Kaimuki Public Library (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.

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.

** 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.

Miss Hawai'i Pageant, preliminary to the Miss America Pageant with an appearance by Miss America, Angela Perez Baraquio, 7:30 p.m., Coral Ballroom, Hilton Hawaiian Village; also broadcast live on KFVE Channel 5; $35. 947-7936.

June 16

MUSIC

** Na Leo, contemporary and Hawaiian, 11-11:45 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

** Jon and Justin, contemporary Hawaiian, noon-12:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

** Colon Pre-Father's Day Concert, contemporary, 2 p.m., Town & Country Surf Shop, third floor, Ala Moana Center; free. 973-5199.

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

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

Rebecca St. James and Rachael Lampa in concert, contemporary pop Christian music, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $10-$35. 528-0506.

DANCE

Hip-hop/funk dance classes, for teens and adults, 10 a.m.-noon, Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapi'olani Blvd., suite C101; beginning and intermediate levels available; repeats Saturdays and 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays; $10 per hour. Register: 224-4777.

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Amanda Schull, 1-2:30 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats 6:30-8 p.m. June 22 and 1-2:30 p.m. June 23; other classes available. $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

** Hula, by Halau 'Ohana O 'Ilima, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

"The Beauty of Tradition," Okinawan dance recital, presented by Hooge Kai Nakasone Dance Academy, 6:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $17.50. Tickets: 536-0276, 591-2211, 676-5400.

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

STAGE

"Beneath a Dragon's Wing, The Legend of Romney Black, Chapter One," a play in which the audience is invited to attend in fantasy costumes and interact with the mythical figures, 10 a.m.-noon, Dole Playground Park, Magellan Avenue, repeats Sunday and June 23 and 24; free. 734-8237.

"Tales on the Edge," entertainment from James McCarthy and Jeff Gere, 3 and 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10*. 521-2903.

"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursday and June 22-23, 28-30 and July 5-7; and 4 p.m. Sunday, June 24 and July 1 and 8; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.

"Love 3 Times," a "serious comedy" by Vilsoni Hereniko, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $15*. 536-4441.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

** "Family Fun Day," free trolley rides on "Our Neighborhood Trolley," musical entertainment, special offers from merchants along the trolley route, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Kaimuki-Kapahulu-Waikiki; free. 566-7466.

** "End of Spring Garage Sale," to benefit Hawai'i Animal Sanctuary, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 603 Haha'ione St., Hawai'i Kai; free. 395-0023.

** "Gargantuan Sale & Open Market," crafts, plants, food, collectibles, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Waikiki Community Center; free. 923-1802.

** 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.

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

** 2001 Home & Garden Show, sponsored by Finance Factors, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3*. 945-3594.

** 'Ahi Fever Fishing Tournament and ho'olaule'a, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Wai'anae Boat Harbor; with entertainment, craft and food booths, fishing boat and marine exhibits, antique cars and home-improvement demonstrations. Fish weigh-in 3-7 p.m. Continues Sunday. 696-3399, www.ahi-fever.com

** Honolulu Jaycees 50th State Fair, noon-midnight, Aloha Stadium, lower parking lot; with E.K. Fernandez rides and games, food, petting zoo, entertainment and more; continues Sunday; $3* (Wristband Day – $15 for unlimited rides, noon-6 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.-midnight). 682-5767.

NATURE

Bubblemania, for ages 3-5, 9:30-11 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; learn why bubbles are important to nature and different ways to make bubbles, then experiment with bubble art; $12* per parent/child team. Register: 955-0100.

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

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

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

MIXED BAG

Annual Daddy/Baby Look-Alike Contest, open to babies up to 30 months old and their fathers, benefit for March of Dimes, registration 8:30 a.m., contest 9:30 a.m., Ward Warehouse stage; $10 entry fee. 591-8411.

** "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.

** Aiea Orchid Club's annual show, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., 'Aiea Elementary School cafetorium; continues Sunday. $2* donation. 488-3705.

"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.

** Figure Modelers of Hawai'i Exhibit, models of comic book, animation and movie personalities on display, Windward Mall, repeats Sunday; free. 235-1143.

** "Celebrating Dads Fun Day," entertainment, exhibits, games, prizes, sponsored by the Hawai'i Coalition for Dads, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Pearlridge Center; free. 841-2245.

** 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.

** "Big Boy Challenge," games to test Dad's strength, courage and luck, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Kahala Mall, repeats 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; free. 732-7736.

** 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.

** "Everyone Loves a Good Fishing Tale," Father's Day Contest, test for speed and skill in lure making, sponsored by Krater 96 and KGMZ, noon-2 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

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

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

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

** Hawaii State Yo-Yo/Spin Top Semifinals, 7-9 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; semifinals continue June 23 (wild-card event), noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; finals June 23 following the wild-card event; free. 834-2828.

** Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for departing cruise ship, 9 p.m., Pier 10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; Hawaiian music and hula, prize drawing, shower of flowers and water show; free. 566-2337.

June 17

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.

** Namahana, contemporary Hawaiian, 11-11:30 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

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

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

DANCE

** Hula Halau O Na Wahine, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

** "Father's Day Swing Dance," 6-9 p.m., second floor, Palladium, Ala Wai Golf Course; $3 members, $5 guests. 734-2914, 533-4125.

** Cha Cha Dance Lessons, 6:15 p.m., Studio 3 (next to Stan Sheriff Center, UH-Manoa); free. Also, six-week merengue and quickstep lessons taught by Peggy Freeman, 7 p.m., UH DanceSport Club; $30*. 593-4449.

"Son D' Hawai'i," salsa L.A. style workshop, 6-8 p.m., Dream to Dance Studio, 661 Auahi St.; $20. 782-4788.

** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Hawai'i with Ku'uipo Kumukahi, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

"Swingsation" Dance Class, Lindy review and Balboa basics workshop, 7-9 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $20. 735-1054.

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

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

STAGE

"Beneath a Dragon's Wing, The Legend of Romney Black, Chapter One," play in which the audience is invited to attend in fantasy costumes and interact with the mythical figures, 10 a.m.-noon, Dole Playground Park, Magellan Avenue, June 23 and 24; free. 734-8237.

"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 4 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 22-23, 28-30 and July 5-7; and June 24 and July 1 and 8 at 4 p.m.; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.

"Love 3 Times," a "serious comedy" by Vilsoni Hereniko, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; final performance; $15*. 536-4441.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Psychic Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Maunakea Marketplace; fees vary. 486-7827.

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

** 2001 Home & Garden Show, sponsored by Finance Factors, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; last day; $3*. 945-3594.

** 'Ahi Fever Fishing Tournament and ho'olaule'a, noon-6 p.m., Wai'anae Boat Harbor; with entertainment, craft and food booths, fishing boat and marine exhibits, antique cars and home-improvement demonstrations. Fish weigh-in from 2 p.m.; awards ceremony scheduled for 5 p.m. 696-3399, www.ahi-fever.com

** Honolulu Jaycees 50th State Fair, noon-midnight, Aloha Stadium, lower parking lot; with E.K. Fernandez rides and games, food, petting zoo, entertainment and more; last day; $3* (admission 50 cents with an empty Pepsi can, and discounts on most rides, noon-6 p.m.). 682-5767.

NATURE

** Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club, 6 mile, intermediate level hike through the Wai'anae Valley with Steve Becker; $2 donation from nonmembers. 674-1459, 678-0841.

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

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

MIXED BAG

Diamond Head 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.

** 'Aiea Orchid Club's annual show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 'Aiea Elementary School cafetorium. $2* donation. 488-3705.

"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.

** Figure Modelers of Hawai'i Exhibit, models of comic book, animation and movie personalities on display, Windward Mall, free. 235-1143.

Father's Day Brunch, all-you-can-eat buffet with entertainment by Kapena and Augie T., brunch served 10 a.m.-noon, Dole Cannery Ballroom; $34.99*. Reservations required. 531-3127.

** "Big Boy Challenge," games to test Dad's strength, courage and luck, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

** Tea Ceremony and Flower Arrangement, demonstrations by Arakaki Hisao and Arakaki Mitsuko, in connection with the "Bamboo in Japanese Culture" exhibit at the East-West Center Gallery, noon-4 p.m., Imin Center, Jefferson Hall; free. 944-7612.

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.

** "Korea Cultural Festival," begins with a traditional Korean Nongak (Farmer's Dance) on the front lawn and perimeter of the museum grounds. Other activities include story-singing by Chan Park, music and dance performances, calligraphy demonstration and keiki activities, in celebration of the opening of the Korea Gallery, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; free. 532-8700.

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.

Frank DeLima Father's Day Show, brunch and dinner shows sold out, Dot's in Wahiawa. 622-4115.

June 18

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, corner of Kalakaua and Royal Hawaiian avenues; repeats 7-7:30 p.m. daily; free. 931-2655.

DANCE

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

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Alaine Haubert, co-director of American Ballet Theatre's Summer Intensive, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats daily through Thursday; and June 22, 10 a.m.-noon; $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

MIXED BAG

** Exhibit from the Filipino-American Historical Society of Hawai'i, commemorates Philippines independence and the connections between the Philippines and Hawai'i, Kahala Mall; daily through June 24; free. 732-7736.

** 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.

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.

June 19

MUSIC

** Foothill High School Choir and Orchestra, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

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, corner of Kalakaua and Royal Hawaiian avenues; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.

DANCE

** Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 527-5666.

** 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.

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Alaine Haubert, co-director of American Ballet Theatre's Summer Intensive, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats daily through Thursday, and 10 a.m.-noon June 22; $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

MIXED BAG

** Exhibit from the Filipino-American Historical Society of Hawai'i, commemorates Philippine independence and the connection of Philippine and Hawaiian history, mall hours, Kahala Mall; repeats daily through June 24; free. 732-7736.

** 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.

"The Hawaiian Missionary Period: 1820-1863," summer seminar class presented by the Education Department of the Museum, 10 a.m-noon each Tuesday and Thursday through July 26, Mission Houses Museum; $75 (includes annual Museum membership). 531-0481.

** Keiki Tuesday, with keiki chef and parent demonstrating a winning recipe in the "Keiki Snack Attack" contest, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

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

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

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

June 20

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.

** Namikaji, Okinawan fusion, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park, downtown Honolulu; free. 527-5666.

** AT&T Wildest Show in Town, with a concert by Col÷n, contemporary, 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 (6-8 p.m.), and a keiki coloring contest of different animals; repeats at 6 p.m. Wednesdays, through Aug. 29; free (donations to the Honolulu Zoological Society will be accepted). 926-3191.

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

DANCE

** Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 527-5666.

** 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.

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Alaine Haubert, co-director of American Ballet Theatre's Summer Intensive, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats Thursday, and 10 a.m.-noon June 22; $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

** Swing Dance lessons, practice and pot luck, with Jennifer and Matthew Wong, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; repeats June 27; $4. 236-4082.

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

Hip-hop/funk dance classes, for teens and adults, 7 p.m., Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapi'olani Blvd., suite C101; beginning and intermediate levels available; repeats Wednesdays and at 10 a.m. Saturdays; $10 per hour. Register: 224-4777.

Rosalie Woodson Annual Recital, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7 p.m. Thursday; $12. 528-0506.

NATURE

** 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.

MIXED BAG

** Exhibit from the Filipino-American Historical Society of Hawai'i, commemorates Philippines independence and the connections between the Philippines and Hawai'i, Kahala Mall; through June 24; free. 732-7736.

** 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.

** "Tasty Tales of Summer," storytime for toddlers, 10 a.m., 'Aiea Public Library; repeats 10 a.m. June 27 and July 11; free. 483-7333.

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

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.

** Children's Program, 6:30 p.m., Waimanalo Public & School Library; repeats Wednesdays, through July 27, as part of the library's Children's Summer Reading Program; free. 259-9925.

June 21

MUSIC

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

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

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

Hawai'i Guitar Festival 2001, featuring 'ukulele master Lyle Ritz with Byron Yasui, 8 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, UH-Manoa; festival continues 8 p.m. June 22 with jazz guitarist Gene Bertoncini and Byron Yasui and June 23 with classical guitarist Antigoni Goni; $15*. 956-6878.

DANCE

** Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays, free. 527-5666

** 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.

Ballet Hawaii Summer Dance Class, with Alaine Haubert, co-director of American Ballet Theatre's Summer Intensive, 6:30-8 p.m., Ballet Hawaii studios at Dole Cannery Outlet Center; repeats June 22, 10 a.m.-noon; $15 per class. Register: 521-8600.

Rosalie Woodson Annual Recital, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $12. 528-0506.

STAGE

"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats June 22-23, 28-30 and July 5-7 at 7:30 p.m.; and June 24 and July 1 and 8 at 4 p.m.; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.

MIXED BAG

** Exhibit from the Filipino-American Historical Society of Hawai'i, commemorates Philippines independence and the connections between the Philippines and Hawai'i; through June 24; free. 732-7736.

** 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.

** Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m., Waimanalo Public & School Library; repeats Thursdays, through July 27, as part of the library's Children's Summer Reading Program; free. 259-9925.

** Preschool Storytime, for keiki 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.

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