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.
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MUSIC
** Ka'ala Boys, contemporary, 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.
** Citrus College Singers, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main pool stage; repeats Saturday and Sunday; free. 922-4422.
** Na Palapalai, Hawaiian falsetto, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; free. 843-8002.
** Na Kane, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5:45-6:15 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
** 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.
** "Jazz Not Jazz," an evening of jazz and more, 6 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; featuring the Junk Jazz Workshop, The Jazz Tones, Scare Tactics and vinyl spins by IV; $5. 521-2903.
** University of Santo Tomas Choir from the Philippines, 6-8 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; free. 527-5666.
Lanakila Church Benefit Concert Lu'au, 6 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; dinner 6-8 p.m.; entertainment by Na Leo, Na '–iwi, Col÷n, Ka'au Crater Boys and Once in a While; also, game booths, crafts, farmers market and lei; $20*. 737-0993.
** Pati and Native Blend, Island reggae and R&B, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
Trout Fishing in America, folk rock duo of Ezra Idlet (guitar/vocals) and Keith Grimwood (bass/vocals), 7 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; repeats Saturday; $10* ($20 for families). 956-6878.
** Rodney Iaea, contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe, Pearl Highlands Center; free. 455-8733.
** Kila Brothers, Hawaiian with hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
** Keahiwai, the duo of Lei Melket and Mailani Makainai performing tunes from their new CD, "Local Girls," 9 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
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 Ka Pa Ku Kaiaulu, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
** Hawaii State Ballet, 7 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; the performance will include a new work by Bryan Skates, former HSB Junior Company member currently dancing with the Richmond Ballet; free. 947-2755.
** Bon dance, 7:30 p.m., Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin, 1727 Pali Highway; also Saturday; free. 536-7044.
** Bon dance, 7:30 p.m., Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission, 1067 California Ave.; o-bon service at 6:30 p.m.; also Saturday; free. 622-4320.
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 July 5-7; and 4 p.m. Sunday and July 8; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
** 4th of July Craft Sale, 3-9 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339, behind the commissary; pottery, wood products, ceramics, beads and more; continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.
** "Almost New Record Sale," 6-9 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; open 4-6 p.m. to HPR members only; cassettes, videos, CDs, laser disks, electronic and stereo equipment, and more; the sale continues 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $3 admission includes one free LP or two free cassettes. 955-8821.
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 International Market Place; repeats weekdays and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
** 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.
"Explore the Row" Putting Contest to benefit the Susan G. Komen "Race for the Cure," 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Restaurant Row; $10 for three putts; the contest continues Saturday; those who make two of the three putts will be entered into the drawing for the finals at 8 p.m. Saturday; the person who makes the final 50-foot putt will win a 2002 Ford Explorer. 532-4750.
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.
** 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.
Gay Pride Cruise, with dancing, 8 p.m., from Pier 5 at Aloha Tower Marketplace; $25 and $30. Reservations: Gay and Lesbian Community Center, 951-7000.
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MUSIC
** Polynesian Cultural Center presents Polynesian music and dance, 10-11:30 a.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; free. 922-2299.
** Keahiwai, Hawaiian and contemporary, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
** Te Vai Ura Nui, Tahitian music and dance, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
** Citrus College Singers, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main pool stage; repeats Sunday; free. 922-4422.
** Ka Hula O Ka Healani O Ka Pakipika, contemporary Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
Jolina Magdangal "Ariba Ariba" Concert, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; also featuring FortÚ; $15-$45. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
Technics DMC World 2001 DJ Championship, 7 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; for 18 and older; $5-$15. 591-3500, 941-0424, ext. 12.
Trout Fishing in America, folk rock duo of Ezra Idlet (guitar/vocals) and Keith Grimwood (bass/vocals), 7 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; $10* ($20 for families). 956-6878.
** Ron and Pete Band, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
UPRAH Scholarship Awards and Fund-raiser Dance, 7 p.m.-midnight, United Puerto Rican Association of Hawaii social hall, 1249 N. School St.; music by Tommy Valentine y Sus Amigos, door prizes, pupu and more; $10. 941-5216.
Verdi "Requiem," performed by the Fourth Annual Hawai'i International Choral Festival chorus, orchestra and soloists, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featured soloists include soprano Measha Brueggergosman, mezzo-soprano Linda Maguire, tenor Jeffrey Springer and baritone Leslie Tennent; Timothy Carney conducts; $12.50*-$45*. 595-0327 (Oahu Choral Society), 792-2000 (Honolulu Symphony box office).
KIPO Blues Night with Bluzilla, music and dancing, 8:30 p.m., Anna Bannana's; presented by KIPO FM89 and Kona Brewing Co.; $7*. 955-8821.
** O'ahu Band, 9 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
DANCE
Hip-hop/hunk 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.
Tango Argentino Workshop, with Cecilia Gonzales from Buenos Aires and Jean-Sebastien Rampazzi from Paris, 2-10:30 p.m., Honolulu Club; Tango Fundamentals 2-3:30 p.m., Leader/Follower Technique 4-5:30 p.m., Milonga/Vals I 6-7:30 p.m., Milonga (dance party and performance) 7:30-10:30 p.m.; the workshop continues 2-9 p.m. Sunday; $20 per class, $100 for an all-class pass, $10 for Milonga dance party. Register: 721-2123.
** "WOW! A Contemporary Dance Concert," by Honolulu Dance Studio, 6 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 524-8455.
** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau O Na Lei O Kamakani, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
"Puss in Boots," a comedy ballet production by Honolulu Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $16*-$24*. 528-0506.
** Bon dance, 7:30 p.m., Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin, 1727 Pali Highway; free. 536-7044.
** Bon dance, 7:30 p.m., Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission, 1067 California Ave.; o-bon service at 6:30 p.m.; free. 622-4320.
STAGE
** "On Dragonfly Wings" preview, an excerpted version of the musical presented by '–hi'a Productions, 7-7:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 486-4444.
"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 4 p.m. Sunday and July 8, and 7:30 p.m. Thursday and July 5-7; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
** Gay Pride Parade, 10 a.m., beginning at Ala Moana Park, traveling through Waikiki along Kalakaua Avenue, ending at Kapi'olani Park; free rides back to Ala Moana Park for the Gay Pride Festival, noon-9 p.m. and dance party (5-9 p.m.) at McCoy Pavilion; free. Gay and Lesbian Community Center, 951-7000.
** 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.
** Antique Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Waioli Tea Room in Manoa; estate jewelry, porcelain, prints, photographs, books and more; free admission. 599-5253.
** 4th of July Craft Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339, behind the commissary; pottery, wood products, ceramics, beads and more; continues 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.
** "Almost New Record Sale," 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; cassettes, videos, CDs, laser disks, electronic and stereo equipment, and more; the sale continues 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; $3 admission includes one free LP or two free cassettes. 955-8821.
** Honolulu Theatre for Youth Costume Shop Garage Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., HTY, 2846 Ualena St.; gowns, masks, T-shirts and more; items range from 50 cents to $5; continues Sunday; free admission. 839-9885.
** Bonsai Display and Plant Sale, presented by Rainbow Bonsai Club, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Windward Mall; continues 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 235-6877.
NATURE
** Kaukonahua Stream Float, 8 a.m.; $2. Register: Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club, 674-1459, 638-7268.
** Compost Workshop, 9:30-11 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; learn how to turn greens to compost; bring containers for free mulch; free. Register: 547-7897.
** 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 at Wednesdays and Saturdays; free. 527-6113, 527-6126.
** 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.
** Hawai'i's Top Truck Exhibition of off-road trucks, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Windward Mall parking lot, corner of Kamehameha Highway and Ha'iku Road; free. 259-5691.
** Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m., Borders Waikele; repeats Saturdays and at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays; free. 676-6699.
"Explore the Row" Putting Contest to benefit the Susan G. Komen "Race for the Cure," 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Restaurant Row; $10 for three putts; those who make two of the three putts will be entered into the drawing for the finals at 8 p.m.; the person who makes the final 50-foot putt will win a 2002 Ford Explorer. 532-4750.
** 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.
** Chalk Art and PokÚmon Trading, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
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.
** Yo-yo Class with Yo-Cool Spinners Club, 7 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Saturdays; free. 235-1143.
Ghosthunters Bus Tour, with storyteller Lopaka Kapanui, 7:15 p.m.-midnight; a Honolulu TimeWalks Chicken Skin program; $30. Register: 943-0371.
** 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.
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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.
** Christian Music Showcase, presented by Hawaii Association of Christian Artists and KAIM radio, 2 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; performers include the Honolulu Dance Company, Voices of Praise gospel choir from City of Refuge Christian Church, and New Hope Contemporary Dance Team; Dave Lancaster will serve as emcee; free. 256-7586.
** Gagaku Concert, Japanese court music and dance performed by Masatoshi Shamoto and his apprentice, Darin Miyashiro, accompanied by the Hawai'i Gagaku Kenkyukai, 2 p.m., 'Iolani Palace grounds; free. (Also, free tours of the palace and the new Palace Galleries; call 522-0832 for reservations.)
** Royal Hawaiian Band, with hula, Hawaiian trio and soloists, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; free. 922-5331.
** "America, My Home," a 4th of July musical celebration featuring the United States Pacific Fleet's Brass & Percussion Ensemble, 4 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; free. 532-1258.
** Citrus College Singers, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main pool stage; free. 922-4422.
DANCE
"Puss in Boots," a comedy ballet production by Honolulu Dance Theatre, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $16*-$24*. 528-0506.
Tango Argentino Workshop, with Cecilia Gonzales from Buenos Aires and Jean-Sebastien Rampazzi from Paris, 2-9 p.m., Honolulu Club; Tango Nuevo 2-3:30 p.m., Tango Nuevo 4-5:30 p.m., Milonga/Vals II 6-7:30 p.m., Practica 7:30-9 p.m.; $20 per class, $100 for an all-class pass. Register: 721-2123.
** All--American Festival, 5-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; musical entertainment by Sounds of Aloha Barbershop Chorus, Dita Holifield and Detour South, and others; free. 922-2299.
Salsa Workshop, conducted by Alberto Archilla, 6-8 p.m., Dream to Dance Studio; repeats Sundays (except July 15); $20. Register: 782-4788.
** American Square and Round Dance, 6-9:30 p.m. (6-8 p.m. for new dancers), Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; also July 8 and 29 at Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; and July 15 and 22 at Kapi'olani Park bandstand; $4. 456-8465.
** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Ke Kia'i A O Hula, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
** International Folk Dancing, 7-9:15 p.m., Makiki District Park; repeats Sundays; $3. 941-6453, 521-2270.
STAGE
"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 and July 5-7; and July 8 at 4 p.m.; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
** "Almost New Record Sale," 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; cassettes, videos, CDs, laser disks, electronic and stereo equipment, and more; $3 admission includes one free LP or two free cassettes. 955-8821.
** Honolulu Theatre for Youth Costume Shop Garage Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., HTY, 2846 Ualena St.; gowns, masks, T-shirts and more; items range from 50 cents to $5; continues Sunday; free admission. 839-9885.
** Stamp, Coin & Postcard Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Queen's Room, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; buy, sell and/or trade; free admission. 924-9069.
** Bonsai Display and Plant Sale, presented by Rainbow Bonsai Club, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free admission. 235-6877.
** Historic 'Ewa Garden Party, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., corner of Renton Road and Park Row in 'Ewa Town; food, beverages, prize drawings and Hawaiian music by Maunalua; free. 737-1048, 681-3786.
** 4th of July Craft Sale, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339, behind the commissary; pottery, wood products, ceramics, beads and more; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.
NATURE
** Pauoa Woods Hike, a six-mile hike, 8 a.m.; $2. Register: Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club, 674-1459, 988-5372.
** 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; 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.
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.
"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.
** "Amazing Mazes and Puzzling Puzzles," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-5 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through July 22; 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.
Box Car Racing, presented by American Box Car Racing International, 1-5 p.m., Pearl City Box Car Track; repeats Saturdays and Sundays, and 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays; $6*. 947-3393.
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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.
** Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
** "Islands of Aloha," featuring vocalist Rhonda, performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays, and 8-9 p.m. Thursdays; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
** Hula lessons with Puakeala Mann of Halau Hula O Maiki, 10-11 a.m., Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Fridays; free. 922-2299.
** Waikiki Swingers, with John Norris, dance to live music of the past, 2-4 p.m., Waikiki Community Center; repeats Mondays; free. 923-1802.
** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
MIXED BAG
** Pali Momi health screening, 7-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats July 16 and 30; free. 488-0981.
** 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 historic sites between Kapahulu Avenue and the 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.
** Lei-making lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
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," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through July 22; free. 488-0981.
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.
** Wordstew Poetry Night, presented by Lizard Loft, 7:30-9:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; poets are invited to bring an original piece and read in the open mic; $5. 521-2903.
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MUSIC
** Polynesian Cultural Center presents Polynesian music and dance, 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.
** Aston Full Moon Concert, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; featuring Na Leo Pilimehana, Halau of New Hope, Aaron Sala & the Tihati Serenaders, and Reign; Lanai and Augie, hosts; free.
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.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
** Independence Day Celebration, 6-10 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace; KSSK Radio hosts games in the atrium 6-6:30 p.m. and 7:15-7:45 p.m.; games for adults and children, entertainment, face painters, magicians and jugglers 6-10 p.m.; music by Mana 'Ohana 6:30-7:15 p.m. and 7:45-8:30 p.m.; fireworks display over Honolulu Harbor 8:40-9 p.m.; free. 566-2337.
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
** 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 historic sites, between Kapahulu Avenue and the 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.
** 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 organ, 11 a.m.; repeats Tuesdays; $5. Register: 528-0506 (791-1305 for groups of 20 or more).
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," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through July 22; 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.
Mrs. Hawaii International Pageant, 6 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel Grand Ballroom; buffet dinner at 7 p.m.; $35. 221-2434.
** Nurturing the Flame Poetry Readings, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Native Books Kapalama; also, opening reception (7-9:30 p.m.) for Imai Kalahele's exhibition celebrating the first anniversary of the Aupuni Artwall; free. 263-8426.
Fireworks Cruise aboard the Starlet, 8:15-10:15 p.m., from Kewalo Basin; board at 7:45 p.m.; cocktails, dancing and harbor view of fireworks show over Honolulu Harbor; for 21 and older; $35 ($30 kama'aina). Reservations: 739-6285, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
Independence Day Fireworks and Cocktail Cruise aboard Star of Honolulu, 8:30 p.m., from Aloha Tower Marketplace; $33* ($25* kama'aina). Reservations: 983-7827.
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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.
** AT&T Wildest Show in Town, with a concert by Bongo Tribe, classic rock 'n' roll, 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), 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). 926-3191, 531-0101.
** Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
** Citrus College Singers present an Independence Day performance, 8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel main pool stage; free. 922-4422.
** "Islands of Aloha," featuring vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays, and 8-9 p.m. Thursdays; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
** Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 527-5666.
** Ho'omaika'i Hula Halau, 3-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
** Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
Hip-Hop/Funk Dance Classes, for teens and adults, 7-9 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; repeats Wednesdays and 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays; $10 per hour. Register: 988-0510.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
** Kailua Fourth of July Parade, 10 a.m., beginning at '–ma'o Street and traveling along Kainalu Drive; free. Kailua Chamber of Commerce, 261-2727.
** Army's 4th of July Spectacular, 10 a.m., Sills Field, Schofield Barracks; 5K Fun Run 9 a.m.; Children's One-Mile Fun Run 10 a.m.; pony rides 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; games, crafts and new products bazaar 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; food booths 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Battle of the Bands winners 11 a.m.; 25th Infantry Division (Light) Band 4:05 p.m.; The Krush in concert 4:35 p.m.; Society of Seven in concert 6 p.m.; 25th ID(L) Band with "1812 Overture" and cannon salute 7:15 p.m.; "The Flags We Follow" pageant 7:45 p.m.; fireworks 8:15 p.m.; free. 438-4480.
** Fourth of July Picnic in the Park, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; entertainment by Amy Hanaial'i Gilliom, Robi Kahakalau, Col÷n, 'Ale'a and Maunalua; free cotton candy, popcorn, shave ice and watermelon noon-2 p.m.; free admission.
** Pearl Harbor 4th of July Block Party and Aerial Fireworks Spectacular, 2-10 p.m., Merry Point, Pearl Harbor; carnival games, food, craft fair, inflatables and entertainment by Honolulu the Band and The Dick Jensen Show; free. 473-2434.
** Fourth of July Rooftop Party, 5-10 p.m., Ward Centre parking structure; Koa'uka performs at 6 p.m.; free. Ryan's Grill, 591-9132.
Fourth of July Celebration, featuring a concert by country singer Juice Newton, aboard the USS Missouri; ship tours 5:30-7 p.m., dancing at 7 p.m., fireworks display over Pearl Harbor 8:30 p.m., followed by the concert at 8:45 p.m.; a benefit for Battleship Missouri Memorial; $25. 423-2263, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
** Ala Moana Center's 4th of July Concert and Fireworks Spectacular: concert at 7 p.m. on the 'Ewa parking deck (near Sears); performances by Col÷n, Kalapana, Loyal Garner, Kapono and Robi Kahakalau; fireworks display off Magic Island at 8:30 p.m.; free. 955-9517.
** Kailua Fourth of July Fireworks Display, 8 p.m., off Kailua Beach.
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
Independence Day O'ahu Coastal Cruise aboard Star of Honolulu, 8:30 a.m., from Aloha Tower Marketplace; $39.95* ($26.50* kama'aina) includes continental breakfast and buffet lunch, historic video presentation, Hawaiian cultural activities and entertainment. Reservations: 983-7827.
** 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.
** "Tasty Tales of Summer," storytime for toddlers, 10 a.m., 'Aiea Public Library; repeats July 11; 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.
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," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through July 22; free. 488-0981.
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.
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MUSIC
** '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.
** Pacific Fleet Band, variety, 5:45-6:30 p.m., Foster Botanical Garden; the garden is open 4:30-7 p.m.; free. 522-7065.
** "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.
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.
** Swing Dance lessons, practice and pot luck, with Jennifer and Matthew Wong, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; repeats July 9; $4. 236-4082.
STAGE
Benefit Gala Pre-opening of "Cinderella," the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, 6:30 p.m. at Diamond Head Theatre; cocktails, food and silent auction at 6:30 p.m., followed by the show at 8 p.m.; $75 and $100; reservations 734-8763. (The musical continues July 6-7, 12-14 and 19-21 at 8 p.m.; and July 8, 15 and 22 at 4 p.m.; $10*-$40*. 734-0274.)
"Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde," presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats July 6-7 at 7:30 p.m., and July 8 at 4 p.m.; limited seating; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
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 & 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.
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," interactive displays for pre-kindergarten age and up, noon-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; continues noon-8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through July 22; 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.
** Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for departing cruise ship, 4:30 p.m., Pier 10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; free. 566-2337.
** Yo-yo Class for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Thursdays; free. 488-0981.
