TGIF Weekend Calendar
The • indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members and/or children. Call the venue for details.
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; 5331.
• Sam Keli'iho'omalu, Hawaiian falsetto, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.
• Brimstone, contemporary, 6 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.
Na Kupuna Night, a 1960s-theme Hawaiian dinner show, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider; buffet dinner seating on the Banyan Veranda; cocktail seating at the Beach Bar and in the courtyard; $35 for dinner and show; two-drink minimum, but no cover charge for cocktails only. 922-3111.
• Dustin Hara, contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe; free. 455-8733.
• Unclaymed Freight, originals and American folk rock, 7-10 p.m., Morning Brew, Kailua Shopping Center; repeats Nov. 16; free. 262-7770.
• Willie K will perform tunes from his new CD, "Awihilima: Reflections," 7:30 p.m., Borders Waikele; autograph session to follow; free. 676-6698.
• University of Hawai'i Trumpet Ensemble and Manoa Trombones, a joint concert featuring originals and transcriptions of classical and choral repertoire, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, UH-Manoa; $5*. 956-8742, 956-7235.
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 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
• Ka Pa Hula O Kauanoe O Wa'ahila, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
"Okwangdae" ("Five Clowns Play"), a traditional masked dance of Korea, 7:30 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; the all-male cast of 14 farmers will perform this ancient presentation of music, drama and dance; $25 ($20 advance). 956-6878, 956-3836.
Argentine Tango Class with George Garcia, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners) or 8:30-9:30 p.m. (intermediate), Honolulu Club; repeats Fridays; $8. 721-2123.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 235-5141.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
Bear in the Big Blue House Live's "Surprise Party," a 70-minute theatrical production featuring Jim Henson's puppets from the Disney Channel show, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Nov. 10-11; and 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thurs day and Nov. 9; $12*-$23*. 528-0506.
"Festival," presented by Nanakuli High and Intermediate Performing Arts Club, 7:30 p.m., NHIS multi-purpose cafeteria; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $6 ($5 advance). 668-5823.
Marcel Marceau, mime artist, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of French Festival 2001; $25*-$60*. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus). (Also: Marceau will be awarded an honorary doctorate at 2 p.m., at University of Hawai'i Art Auditorium; video lecture and question-and-answer session to follow.)
"Equus," by Peter Shaffer, presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; for mature audiences only (show includes nudity in one scene); repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Thursday and Nov. 9-10; and 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 11; $10. 591-7999.
• "Ka'ao Kaua'i: Pele Ma" (Kaua'i Tales: Pele and Her Companions), a narrative theater production based on the new book by Kaua'i writer Frederick Wichman and presented by Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Kawaiahao Recital Hall, MPI; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 9-10, and 2 p.m. Sunday; (the Nov. 10 performance will be preceded by a reception and book signing with author Wichman and illustrator Christine Faye); $5*. 973-5066.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018. • Tongan Festival, showcasing the music and dances of Tonga, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; also, food and crafts; part of the city's Hawai'i Ethnic Heritage Series of cultural festivities; free. 523-4674.
MIXED BAG
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Museum; repeats weekdays; $5* for lessons; spectators free. 842-6541.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
• Chinatown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour, presented by Hawai'i Heritage Center, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; meet in front of Ramsay Galleries; repeats Fridays; $5. 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.
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.
"The Art and Music of France," a French Festival tour and tea party, 2-4 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; gallery tours (in French and English) include works by French artists from the Middle Ages and Renaissance through the present; light refreshments and music by L'Escargots in Central Court following the tours; $8*. Reservations: 532-8726.
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.
• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.
A-Maze-In, 4-11 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Town Center of Mililani; and 5-7 p.m. at Kapolei Shopping Center; also, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall, and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
• King's Jubilee, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:45 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; repeats Fridays; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881
• Christmas Ideas Demonstration, 7-8 p.m., Pearl City Public Library; the one-hour session will cover simple and economical gift, decoration and food ideas; also, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Kahuku Public & School Library; 7 p.m. Wednesday, Wahiawa Public Library; 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Honolulu Community College Room 111; Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Windward Community College Hale Alakai Room 102; and Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Kailua District Park; free. 247-0421.
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
• Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
• Kamehameha Schools Hawaiian Ensemble, Hawaiian choral singing and hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• Denise Tajiri, Island contemporary, folk and selections from her latest CD, "How Does the Heart," 7-9 p.m., Teja; repeats Nov. 17; free. 735-9832.
• Melodious Solutions, reggae, alternative rock and contemporary, 7-10 p.m., Koko Crater Coffee Roasters, Hawaii Kai Shopping Center; repeats Saturday; free. 393-2422.
• Andria Fennig in a recital of 20th-century works for piano, percussion and special effects, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; Fennig, the newest member of the UH Music Department's piano faculty, will perform with guest artists; $5*. 956-8742, 956-7235.
Black Eyed Peas, hip-hop, 8 p.m., World Cafe; also featuring Todd G, EG, Jr. Boogaloo and Aiga; $18 advance. 599-4450.
"A Night of Beethoven," featuring pianist Jon Kimura Parker with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; the Halekulani MasterWorks concert will feature Beethoven's "Coriolan" Overture, Piano Concerto No. 4 and Symphony No. 7; Samuel Wong conducts; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $15-$55. 792-2000 (symphony), 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
DANCE
Jazz Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 960 Ahua St.; repeats Saturdays; $10. 734-7882.
• Halau O Na Lei O Kamakani, hula, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
Tarde Milonga (Tango, Milonga and Waltz) Class for teens and adults, 3:45-4:45 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Saturdays; $15. Register: 732-7603.
"A Tribute to Auntie Nona Beamer," a Na Mele Hawai'i Hawaiian Music Series concert, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; Beamer and her hanai daughter/apprentice Maile Loo will present their work in ancient hula; also, an appearance by Hula 'O Kaho'oilina Aloha; $15*. 532-8700.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Hula Olana, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Hip-Hop Dance Class for children, 1-2 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; $10. Register: 224-4777.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 235-5141.
Juerga Flamenca Class for teens and adults, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Saturdays; $15. 732-7603.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
Bear in the Big Blue House Live's "Surprise Party," a 70-minute theatrical production featuring Jim Henson's puppets from the Disney Channel show, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 10-11; and 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday and Nov. 9; $12*-$23*. 528-0506.
"Festival," presented by Nanakuli High and Intermediate Performing Arts Club, 7:30 p.m., NHIS multi-purpose cafeteria; $6 ($5 advance). 668-5823.
"Equus," by Peter Shaffer, presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; for mature audiences only (show includes nudity in one scene); repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 11, and 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Nov. 9-10; $10. 591-7999.
• "Ka'ao Kaua'i: Pele Ma" (Kaua'i Tales: Pele and Her Companions), a narrative theater production based on the new book by Kaua'i writer Frederick Wichman and presented by Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Kawaiahao Recital Hall, MPI; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9-10; (the Nov. 10 performance will be preceded by a reception and book signing with author Wichman and illustrator Christine Faye); $5*. 973-5066.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Ma'ema'e School Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., on campus; crafts, face and body painting, food and more; free admission. 595-5400.
• Yard Sale, presented by AT&T Wireless employees to benefit Aloha United Way, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 95-612 Nawenewene Circle in Mililani; free admission. 627-8668.
• Pearl City Hongwanji Fujinkai Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Pearl City Hongwanji Mission; jams and jellies, plants, pickled vegetables, produce, knitted and crocheted items, baked goods and more; free admission. 455-1680.
• Bazaar and Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu; jams and jellies, books, clothing, crafts, food, plants and flowers, silent auction, and more; free admission. 532-1111.
• 31st Annual Country Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wahiawa General Hospital Thrift and Gift Shops; crafts, plants, baked goods, collectibles and more; free admission. 621-4309, 622-5966.
• Honolulu Street Market, with crafts, food, plants and collectibles, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., City Square on Kohou Street; repeats Saturdays; free admission. 221-6042.
• CCH Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Community Church of Honolulu; food, plants, clothing, jewelry, children's activities, a Medicare Fair, and free screening of Edgy Lee's documentary, "Waikiki in the Wake of Dreams"; free admission. 373-1970, 595-7541.
• Season's Best Craft Fair, with more than 200 vendors, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Ali'iolani School, Kaimuki; continues 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 683-6064.
• Kahuku Hospital Healthy Community Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall, lower level, Sears wing; health screenings, fresh produce, arts and crafts, and more; free admission. 293-9231.
• Stars and Stripes Family Fun Day, Hickam's 26th annual fall craft fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hickam Air Force Base Skills Development Center (Building 1889); food, entertainment, games, contests, dog show and more; open to all with a valid military base badge and vehicle decal; free admission. 449-1568.
• "A Holiday Happening," 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Our Lady of Good Counsel School, Pearl City; free admission. 455-4533.
• Pohai Nani Annual Craft & Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Pohai Nani Retirement Community; crafts, Christmas ornaments, entertainment, book signing by Vivian L. Thompson, and more; free admission. 247-3448.
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018.
• Pineapple Power Party, celebrating the publication of this year's Windward Yellow Pages Register, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; health screenings, prize drawings, entertainment, exhibits and more; free. 262-4662.
• Winter Spin Fest, 6-9 p.m., Windward Mall; children are invited to compete in Yo-yo and Spin Top tournaments; free. 235-1143.
NATURE
• Arbor Day Tree Giveaway, 7 a.m., at the following sites: Kahe Power Plant, Wahiawa Botanic Garden, Pearl City Urban Garden Center, Hawaiian Electric Co.'s midtown facility on Ward Avenue and Ko'olau Baseyard; limit one per family; experts in tree selection, planting and maintenance will be available to answer questions and offer advice at each of the sites; free. 543-7804.
• Kalauao/Second Annual Women Only Hike, 8 a.m.; $2. Register: Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club, 674-1459, 377-5442.
• Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 10 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays; free. Register: 233-7323.
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
• Halawa Xeriscape Garden, a three-acre botanical park with more than 200 varieties of plants that conserve water, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 99-1268 Iwaena St., Halawa Valley Industrial area; also features water-saving irrigation systems, mulch, and other xeriscape (water-saving landscape) ideas; repeats Wednesdays and Saturdays; free. 527-6113, 527-6126.
• Arboretum Tours, 1-2:30 p.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats Saturdays and 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.
"Beneath the Sea" sleepover for children and adults, 7 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; learn about marine life through crafts, stories and films; minimum age is 5, and youngsters must be accompanied by adults; $25* (includes evening refreshments and continental breakfast on Sunday). Register: 923-9741.
MIXED BAG
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
John Gray Seminar, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel ballroom; Gray, communications expert and author of "Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus," will talk about what goes on in the minds of men and in the hearts of women, and explore why relationships work (or don't work); a portion of the proceeds will benefit Parents and Children Together (PACT); $30. Register: 923-5775, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
• "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.
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.
• Hawaii Rose Society Exhibit, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Pearlridge Center-Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Primate Day, a celebration of zoo inhabitants, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Honolulu Zoo; with informational booths, keiki face-painting, storytelling and a musical puppet show; $6* ($4* kama'aina). 971-7174.
A-Maze-In, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Story Time for Children, 10:30 a.m., Hawai'i State Library children's room; repeats Saturdays through Dec. 8 (except Nov. 10); free. 586-3510.
• Christmas Ideas Demonstration, 10:30 a.m., Kahuku Public & School Library; the one-hour session will cover simple and economical gift, decoration and food ideas; also, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Wahiawa Public Library; 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Honolulu Community College Room 111; Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Windward Community College Hale Alakai Room 102; and Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Kailua District Park; free. 247-0421.
• 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.
• Storytelling with Madeline, children's book character, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Neiman Marcus, Ala Moana Center; part of the French Festival; free. 951-8887.
• Aunty Pua's Keiki Kanikapila, with singing and storytelling, 11 a.m.-noon, Native Books & Beautiful Things, Ward Warehouse; repeats Saturdays; free. 596-8885.
• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 1 p.m. at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. at Windward Mall; repeats Saturdays; also, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
• "Napa Comes to Nu'uanu," a benefit for Victoria Foundation, a children's charity, 5-10 p.m., along Nu'uanu Avenue, between Pauahi and King streets; entertainment by DragonFly, Hapa and Hot Chocolate; food will be available for purchase; free admission ($40 for dinner and wine). 545-4195.
"Fashion Ball 2001: Technique Moderne," the French Festival of Hawaii fashion show, 6 p.m., Coral Ballroom, Hilton Hawaiian Village; mime artist Marcel Marceau will be guest of honor; $300-$1,000 includes dinner with wines and champagne. Reservations: 1-877-843-3378.
MUSIC
• Jim Smart, acoustic guitar, 9-11 a.m., Koko Crater Coffee Roasters, Hawaii Kai Shopping Center; repeats Sundays; free. 393-2422.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, Hawaiian with hula, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Sundays; free. 922-5331.
• Te Vai Ura Nui, songs and dances of Tahiti, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
• Mele on the Lawn, with 'Ale'a, Ho'onu'a and Jon Yamasato, 3-5 p.m., Bishop Museum Great Lawn; also, cultural and space science programs and crafts; $3; $10 families of four (two adults and two children ages 4-12). 848-4160.
"A Night of Beethoven," featuring pianist Jon Kimura Parker with the Honolulu Symphony, 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; the Halekulani MasterWorks concert will feature Beethoven's "Coriolan" Overture, Piano Concerto No. 4 and Symphony No. 7; Samuel Wong conducts; $15-$55. 792-2000 (symphony), 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
• Organ Recital and Choral Evensong, 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew's Cathedral; organ recital by cathedral musician Arlan Sunnarborg; choral evensong will feature the St. Andrew's Cathedral Choir, Hawai'i Vocal Arts Ensemble and harpist Sharene Boulos; free (cash donations will be sent to the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund; canned goods collected by the Hawai'i Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will be distributed locally.) 524-2822, ext. 223; 486-4662.
DANCE
• Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; repeats Sundays; free. 955-9517.
• NIXdance performances, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Times Super Market in Royal Kunia; free. Also, benefit chicken sale 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $5.50 per chicken plate plus one free dance lesson. 484-1155.
• Ballet Hawaii, 11:30 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 988-7578, 955-9517.
Hip-Hop Dance Classes for teens, 2-3 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Sundays; $10. 224-4777.
"Sweat Your Prayers" class, with Shannon Simonelli, 6-8 p.m., third-floor dance studio at St. Andrew's Priory; repeats Sundays; $10. 734-7067.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring the Kamehameha Schools Hawaiian Ensemble, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
• Iwalani School of Dance, hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• International Folk Dancing, 7-9:15 p.m., Makiki District Park; learn Bulgarian, Greek, Romanian, Israeli and other international folk dances; repeats Sundays; $3. 521-2270.
Jitterbug 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 Nov. 18 and 25. Hawaii Jitterbugs, 735-1054.
STAGE
Bear in the Big Blue House Live's "Surprise Party," a 70-minute theatrical production featuring Jim Henson's puppets from the Disney Channel show, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday and Nov. 9, and Nov. 10-11 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; $12*-$23*. 528-0506.
• Excerpts from "Annie," Diamond Head Theatre's upcoming production, 11 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 733-0277.
• "Ka'ao Kaua'i: Pele Ma" (Kaua'i Tales: Pele and Her Companions), a narrative theater production based on the new book by Kaua'i writer Frederick Wichman and presented by Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 2 p.m., Kawaiahao Recital Hall, MPI; repeats Nov. 9-10 at 7:30 p.m.; (the Nov. 10 performance will be preceded by a reception and book signing with author Wichman and illustrator Christine Faye); $5*. 973-5066.
"Equus," by Peter Shaffer, presented by The Actors' Group, 4 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; for mature audiences only (show includes nudity in one scene); repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Nov. 9-10, and 4 p.m. Nov. 11; $10. 591-7999.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Santa's Christmas Craft Fair, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., He'eia Elementary School, Kane'ohe; free admission. 247-6106, 239-3922.
• TEMARI's 19th Trash and Treasure Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii; handmade soaps, clothing, jewelry, unfinished craft projects, books and more; free admission. 735-1860.
• Season's Best Craft Fair, with more than 200 vendors, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Ali'iolani School, Kaimuki; free admission. 683-6064.
• 12th Annual Honolulu Advertiser Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., News Building parking lot; free admission. 525-8000.
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018. • Fall Festival, 3-6 p.m., Windward Adventist School in Kailua; entertainment, pony rides, bake sale, country fair, silent auction, games and more; free admission. 261-0565.
NATURE
• Halawa Ridge Hike, 14 miles, 8 a.m.; $2. Register: Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club, 595-6363, 674-1459.
• Honouliuli Preserve Hike, an interpretive hike along Palikea Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; recommended for ages 13 and up; $5 refundable deposit. Register: The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i, 537-4508, ext. 220.
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
• Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 1 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats at 1 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m. Saturdays; free. Register: 233-7323.
"Gifts From the Sea" Workshop, fish printing and seaweek pressing, 1-4 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; learn to make personalized gifts from the sea; minimum age is 8, and youngsters must be accompanied by adults; $20 includes supplies. Register: 923-9741.
MIXED BAG
Diamond Head Lighthouse Walk, 9 a.m.-noon, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; repeats Sundays; $10*. Register: The Clean Air Team, 948-3299.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
A-Maze-In, noon-5 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
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.
• Crystal Dream Model Search, noon-5 p.m., Windward Mall; also, entertainment by Hot Rain; free. 488-3830.
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.
'Iolani Awards for Excellence in Broadcasting, an evening of food, entertainment and presentation of awards to Hawai'i radio and television broadcasters, 4-8:30 p.m., Tapa Ballroom, Hilton Hawaiian Village; $75 (includes dinner); $25. Reservations: March of Dimes, 973-2155.
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! Classes, 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; also, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
• 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 Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
Modern Dance Class with Rachel Berman, 6:30-8 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Building, Mid-Pacific Institute; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; $10. 988-2420.
Ballroom Dance Lessons, with Hawaii ballroom Dance Association, Kaimuki Chapter, 7:15 p.m., Kahala Elementary School; learn basic East Coast Swing, tango and intermediate samba; register at 6:45 p.m.; repeats Mondays; $5 per class (plus $10 HBDA annual membership fee). 440-9239.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018.
MIXED BAG
• Pali Momi Health Screening, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center-Uptown; repeats Nov. 19; free. 488-0981.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Museum; repeats weekdays; $5* for lessons; spectators free. 842-6541.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
• Keiki Monday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; clown show, puppets, storytelling and more; repeats Mondays; free. 625-5233.
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.
• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.
A-Maze-In, 4-10 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Chess Lessons and Tournaments, 7-8 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; repeats Mondays; free. 955-9517.
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! Classes, 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; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.
Ballet Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10-11:30 a.m., 960 Ahua St.; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; $10. 734-7882.
Belly Dance Class for teens and adults, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Tuesdays; $10. Register: 383-6817.
• Line Dancing Lessons, for beginners, 6-8 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; presented by Parents Without Partners; repeats Tuesdays; free. 262-6442.
• Swing Dance Lessons, sponsored by Hawaii Jitterbugs, 6:30-7:15 p.m., Kahala Mall; for all ages; free. 732-7736.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
"Spirit Moves" class, with Melinda Caroll, 7-9 p.m., third-floor dance studio at St. Andrew's Priory; repeats Tuesdays; $12. 546-4000.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• HGEA/AFSCME's 10th Annual Downtown Holiday Craft and Gift Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kendall Building, corner of Queen and Mililani streets; with food, entertainment, prize giveaways and more; continues 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; free admission. 543-0030. • Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018.
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
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Museum; repeats weekdays; $5* for lessons; spectators free. 842-6541.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
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.
• Children's Craft and Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Barnes & Noble; repeats Tuesdays; free. 737-3323.
• Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns and more, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Tuesdays; free. 488-0981.
• Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Borders Waikele; repeats Tuesdays and 11 a.m. Saturdays; free. 676-6699.
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.
• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.
A-Maze-In, 4-10 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Chess Lessons and Tournaments, 7-9 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Tuesdays (except Nov. 13); free. 488-0981.
• "A Roman Villa and Its Etruscan Connection," an illustrated lecture by professor Mario Del Chiaro of the University of California-Santa Barbara, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; free.
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.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, 1-2 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
Swingin' Tradewinds Jass Band, swing and traditional jazz, 6 p.m., Officers' Club, Marine Corps Base Hawai'i; no cover charge; Mongolian barbecue available. 531-7511
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 236-7104.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
Modern Dance Class with Rachel Berman, 6:30-8 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Building, Mid-Pacific Institute; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; $10. 988-2420.
• Swingtime in Honolulu, swing dance lessons, practice and potluck, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free dance lesson at 7:30 p.m.; $4. 236-4082.
• Country Line Dance Lessons, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Wednesdays; free. 488-0981.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
Hip Hop/Funk Dance Classes for children and adults, Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; $10 per hour. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
"Harvest Treasures," the annual Kailua Christian Women's Club craft bazaar, 10 a.m., Mid-Pacific Country Club; craft sale opens at 10 a.m.; buffet luncheon 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ($15; reservations 235-2558 or 263-3333).
• HGEA/AFSCME's 10th Annual Downtown Holiday Craft and Gift Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kendall Building, corner of Queen and Mililani streets; with food, entertainment, prize giveaways and more; continues 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday; free admission. 543-0030.
• KCAA Thrift Shop Christmas Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., KCAA Pre-Schools of Hawaii Thrift Shop; continues 9 a.m.-noon Saturday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays. free admission. 941-9414, ext. 16.
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018.
NATURE
• Garden Tour, led by Heidi Bornhorst, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes, rain gear and insect repellent recommended; free. Register: 522-7064.
• 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
• St. Francis Hospice Walk in the Mall 2001, a program for those dealing with the loss of a loved one, 8-9 a.m., Pearlridge Center; free. Register: 595-7566.
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Museum; repeats weekdays; $5* for lessons; spectators free. 842-6541.
Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
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.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; repeats weekdays; $15 (plus $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.
• Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstrations, by the grand master of the Mushakoji Senke school of tea, 2-4 p.m., Joanna Lau Sullivan Chinese Garden at the Honolulu Academy of Arts; presented by the Mokichi Okada Association (MOA); free. 532-8700, 595-6344.
• Storyteller Diane Ferlatte performs "Have I Got a Story to Tell," 2:30 p.m., Kalihi-Palama Public Library (832-3466); and 5:30 p.m., Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library (831-6831); continues through Nov. 19 at various public libraries; free. Call 831-6878 for performance schedule.
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.
• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.
A-Maze-In, 4-10 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Chess Lessons and Tournaments, 6-9 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Wednesdays; free. 586-6151.
• Tea Pot Care and Chinese Tea Tasting Class, with Leonard Young, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Teja; free. 735-9832.
• Christmas Ideas Demonstration, 7 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; the one-hour session will cover simple and economical gift, decoration and food ideas; also, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Honolulu Community College Room 111; Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Windward Community College Hale Alakai Room 102; and Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Kailua District Park; free. 247-0421.
MUSIC
• Soprano Julia Stamper, student of Laurence Paxton, in recital at 1:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 956-8742, 956-7235.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.
Ballet Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10-11:30 a.m., 960 Ahua St.; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; $10. 734-7882.
10th Annual World Invitational Hula Festival, featuring traditional and modern hula performed by halau hula and haumana (students) from Hawai'i, Illinois, South Korea, Samoa, Japan, Guam, Germany and Iran, 5 p.m., Waikiki Shell; also, Hawaiian arts and crafts; gates open at 4 p.m.; continues Nov. 9-10 at 5 p.m.; $5-$25. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
• Country Line Dance Class, 6-8:30 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Thursdays; free. 262-6442.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
New York-style Salsa class, with Minnie Ruiz, 7:15-9:15 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; repeats Thursdays; $20. 926-8037.
• Scandinavian Folk Dance, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Atherton YMCA; repeats Thursdays. $3. 386-2876.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule and registration: 735-8641.
Samba/Salsa Class for teens and adults, with Adela Chu, 7-8 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Thursdays; $10. Register: 737-8852.
STAGE
Bear in the Big Blue House Live's "Surprise Party," a 70-minute theatrical production featuring Jim Henson's puppets from the Disney Channel show, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats Nov. 9 at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., and Nov. 10-11 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; $12*-$23*. 526-0506.
• "The Angels of Bataan," by Allan R. Kenward and presented by Sacred Hearts Thespian Troupe, opens at 4 p.m., Sacred Hearts Academy auditorium; repeats Nov. 9-10 at 8 p.m.; $3. 734-5058.
"Equus," by Peter Shaffer, presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; for mature audiences only (show includes nudity in one scene); repeats Nov. 9-10 at 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 11 at 4 p.m.; $10. 591-7999.
"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, opens at 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Nov. 9-10, 15-17, 23-24, 29-30 and Dec. 1, 6-8 at 8 p.m.; and Nov. 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2 and 9 at 2 p.m.; $15*. 536-4441.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Holiday Pottery Sale, presented by the YWCA Toshiko Takaezu Ceramics Studio potters, 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Laniakea YWCA lobby; continues Nov. 9, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission. 538-7061.
• HGEA/AFSCME's 10th Annual Downtown Holiday Craft and Gift Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kendall Building, corner of Queen and Mililani streets; with food, entertainment, prize giveaways and more; free admission. 543-0030.
• Kalaniana'ole Art League's Seasonal Christmas Store, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Koko Marina Center; featuring fine arts and crafts; continues 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Dec. 24 (except Nov. 22); free admission. 396-4018.
MIXED BAG
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Museum; repeats weekdays; $5* for lessons; spectators free. 842-6541.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
Walking Tour of Historic Capitol District, presented by Mission Houses Museum, 10 a.m.; repeats Thursdays; $15. 531-0481.
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.
• Christmas Ideas Demonstration, 10:30 a.m., Honolulu Community College Room 111; the one-hour session will cover simple and economical gift, decoration and food ideas; also, Nov. 20, 7 p.m., Windward Community College Hale Alakai Room 102; and Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Kailua District Park; free. 247-0421.
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.
• Storyteller Diane Ferlatte performs "Have I Got a Story to Tell," 3 p.m., Waikiki-Kapahulu Public Library (733-8488); and 6:30 p.m., 'Aiea Public Library (483-7333); continues through Nov. 19 at various public libraries; free. Call 831-6878 for performance schedule .
• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau Estate where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.
A-Maze-In, 4-10 p.m., Aloun Farms in Kapolei; the corn maze is cut into a maze bearing an image of the late Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole; continues 4-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-11 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.
• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Thursdays; also 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; free. 834-2828, 554-4969. • Wordstew Poetry Night, open mike for poetry, presented by the Lizard Loft, 7:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $3 ($1 for those who read). 843-1390
