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Posted on: Friday, November 16, 2001

TGIF Weekend Calendar

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

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Nov. 16

MUSIC

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

• Polynesian Cultural Center mini show, 5-5:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

• Na 'Oiwi, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

Aloha Friday Pau Hana, with entertainment by Na Leo Pilimehana, Brother Noland and Teresa Bright, 5:30-7 p.m., Banyan Court, Sheraton Moana Surfrider hotel; live broadcast on radio station KORL 99.5 FM; $35 for Hawaiian buffet dinner and show; cocktails will be served in the Banyan Court, with a two-drink minimum. Reservations: 922-3111.

• "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.

• Wiki Waki Woo, hapa-haole music with Hawaiian themes, 6:30 p.m., Kahala Mall stage; free. 261-3194.

• Kila Brothers, contemporary and Hawaiian with hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

• The Tribe, with guest Azure Caracol, 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. 30; free. 262-7770.

Rosemary Clooney with Matt Catingub's Big Kahuna & the Copa Cat Pack, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Season; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; also featuring swing dancers at 6:45 p.m. outside the concert hall; $15-$55. 792-2000 (symphony), 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"A Night in Spain," with international concert pianist John Robertson, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; $15*. 532-8700.

• Opera Workshop in Concert, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; featuring scenes from operas, operettas and musicals performed by students of the UHM opera program; $5*. 956-8742.

• Pauline Wilson, former lead singer with Seawind, will perform songs from her new CD, "Tribute," 7:30 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

• Gail Mack and George Street, contemporary, 7:30-10:30 p.m., 3660 on the Rise; no cover charge. 737-1177.

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, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

• Capoeira Hawaii, with guest dancers from Brazil, 6:30-7 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 864-4366.

• Hawaii State Ballet, classical and modern ballet, 7-7:45 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

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.

"Annual Dance Concert: Bigger Than Life!" by the University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 8 p.m., Kennedy Theatre's mainstage; a multi-media presentation featuring pieces by UH faculty that blend a variety of dance forms with computer/video technology; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $12*. 956-7655.

STAGE

• "Androcles the Lion," by Aurand Harris, presented by Kamehameha Schools Drama Club, Keaka Kamehameha, 7 p.m., Ke'elikolani Theatre, Kapalama campus; recommended for students from kindergarten through fourth grade; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $5. 842-8356, 842-8496.

Theatrefest, Honolulu Theatre for Youth's annual production of plays by young writers, 7:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre, St. Andrews Cathedral, Queen Emma Square; the five plays are "Envy for Three" by Lauren Hanley, "Stalled Love" by Ashley Ano, "Alone Together" by Kate Lau, "Multiple Choice Relationships" by Stacey Fukuda and "Badgers at 9 O'Clock" by Robert Rath; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $10*. 839-9885.

"Trudi and the Minstrel," presented by Punahou School Academy students and members of the Punahou School theater department, 7:30 p.m., Dillingham Hall, on campus; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $6*. 943-3673.

"Our Town," by Thornton Wilder, presented by by Castle Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre at Castle High School; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $8*. 233-5626.

"Sayonara," a musical based on the James Michener novel, presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1; $12*-$15*. 438-4480.

"The Spirits Play," by Kuo Pao Kun, opens at 8 p.m., Lizard Loft at The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats at 5 and 8 p.m. Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday; $10*. 256-2584, 988-0754.

James Joyce's "The Dead," by Richard Nelson and Shaun Davey, presented by Hawai'i Pacific University, 8 p.m., HPU Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1 and 7-8; 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9; and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Nov. 29 and Dec. 6; $14*. 375-1282.

"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1; 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2; and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Nov. 28-29; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays at an additional cost.) 988-6131.

"World Blend: Tales From the Planet's Depth," featuring seven stories from around the world adapted by local playwrights and performed by Leeward Community College students, 8 p.m., LCC Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday; $13*. 455-0385.

• "Skulduggery Sails the Atlantic or She Made Her Maiden Voyage But Didn't Come Across," a melodrama by Nelson Shreve, presented by Lanikai Mortgage Players, 8 p.m., Lanikai Community Center; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $5. 261-6469.

"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and Nov. 23-24, 29-30 and Dec. 1 and 6-8; and 2 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9; $15*. 536-4441.

"Karmic Slave: Trapped on the Wheel of Reincarnation," by Thomas Isao Morinaka, presented by University of Hawai'i at Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 11 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, UHM; repeats at 11 p.m. Saturday; $7*. 956-7655.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Star of the Sea Church Thrift Store Ministry Christmas Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., on church grounds; continues 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, through Dec. 15; free admission. 734-0396.

• 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 Thanksgiving Day); free admission. 396-4018.

• Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Christmas Craft Sale, 1-9 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339; continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.

• Moanalua Elementary School Fun Fair, 2-8 p.m., on campus; food, games, silent auction, bake sale, make-and-take crafts, entertainment by The King Pins, Xtreme fun rides and more; free admission. 831-7878.

• Pearl Harbor Kai Family Fun Fair, 3-6 p.m., Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School; free admission. 421-4245.

• Honolulu Holiday Antiques & Collectibles Show, 4-9 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3.50*. 922-5074.

MIXED BAG

Sunrise Breakfast Celebration honoring Peter Schall and Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa, 7-9 a.m., HHV Coral Ballroom; the event is a fund-raiser for the Hawai'i Army Museum at Fort DeRussy; $35 ($500 and $750 sponsor tables available). Reservations: 237-8067, 955-9552.

'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; lessons $5, plus the cost of materials (spectators free); museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 842-6541.

• King Kalakaua Birthday Celebration, 9 a.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach; featuring a dramatic presentation depicting the past, a displays of artifacts, book-signing with artist-photographer Linda Ching, lei-making demonstration and more; free. 921-9711.

"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.

• Commemoration of King Kalakaua's Birthday, presented by The Friends of 'Iolani Palace, 11:30 a.m., on the palace grounds; Royal Hawaiian Band performance at 11:30 a.m., review of the Royal Guard 11:50 a.m.-12:20 p.m., program of hula at 1 p.m.; bring mats and beach chairs; free. 522-0832.

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.

• Story Circle, for children of all ages, 3:30 p.m., Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; featuring stories with Thanksgiving themes, hands-on activities and more; repeats Fridays; free. 734-8018.

• 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 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 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.

Sierra Club Annual Fund-raiser, 5:30 p.m., Atherton Halau at Bishop Museum; items include organic products, native plants, books, restaurant packages and more; $10. 531-0714.

• King's Jubilee, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:45 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; repeats Fridays; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.

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Nov. 17

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.

• Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 5:30-6 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 735-6003.

• Hawai'i Pacific University's World Exploration 2001, 6-7 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; HPU students will perform traditional songs and dances of Japan, Samoa, Hawai'i and Africa; free. 955-9517, 537-6747.

• Kua'ana, Hawaiian slack key with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Blues Traveler, New York-based blues-rock band, 7 p.m., Waikiki Shell; gates open at 5:30 p.m.; $30-$40 ($25 advance for grass seating). 591-2211 (Blaisdell box office), 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

• Denise Tajiri, Island contemporary folk, 7-9 p.m., Teja; 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.

Rosemary Clooney with Matt Catingub's Big Kahuna & the Copa Cat Pack, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Season; also featuring swing dancers at 6:45 p.m. outside the concert hall; $15-$55. 792-2000 (symphony), 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

Peter Moon Band in a Na Mele O Hawai'i concert, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; $15. 532-8700.

COMEDY

Pauly Shore, 8 p.m., World Cafe; standup comic Matt Kazam will be the opening act; doors open at 7 p.m.; $25 ($22.50 advance). 585-2877.

DANCE

• Halau Hula O Nawahine, 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

"Sweet Thousand Beats: The Electronic Dance Festival," with more than 30 DJs, noon-10 p.m., Bishop Museum; also, mini carnival provided by Xtreme Fun Rentals; for all ages; ticket information: 386-0527.

Tango Argentino Workshops, with Graciela Gonzalez, Guillermo Valente and Luisa Zini from Buenos Aires, 2-4 p.m. (women's workshop), 4-6 p.m. (men's workshop) and 6-8 p.m. (The Encounter), Honolulu Club; $25 per class. Also: Buenos Aires Tango Night and performance, 8-11 p.m. Classes continue on Sunday. Register: 721-2123.

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

Salsa Workshops, with international salsa champion Edie "The Salsa FREAK" and her husband, Al "Liquid Silver" Espinoza, 2-6 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; continues Sunday; fees vary. Register: 223-8610.

STAGE

"Wanted: A Princess," presented by Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center, opens at 3 p.m., Kaimuki High School Theatre; repeats at 3 p.m. Sunday; $6*. 733-4913.

"The Spirits Play," by Kuo Pao Kun, 5 and 8 p.m., Lizard Loft at The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $10*. 256-2584, 988-0754.

"Trudi and the Minstrel," presented by Punahou School Academy students and members of the Punahou School theater department, 7:30 p.m., Dillingham Hall, on campus; final performance; $6*. 943-3673.

"Our Town," by Thornton Wilder, presented by by Castle Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre at Castle High School; final performance; $8*. 233-5626.

"Sayonara," a musical based on the James Michener novel, presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; repeats Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.; $12*-$15*. 438-4480.

James Joyce's "The Dead," by Richard Nelson and Shaun Davey, presented by Hawai'i Pacific University, 8 p.m., HPU Theatre; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Nov. 29 and Dec. 6; and 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1 and 7-8; $14*. 375-1282.

"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Nov. 28-29; and 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays at an additional cost.) 988-6131.

"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9; and 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24, 29-30 and Dec. 1 and 6-8; $15*. 536-4441.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Hanalani Schools Holiday Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., on campus, Mililani; free admission. 625-6656.

• KCAA Thrift Shop Christmas Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, KCAA Pre-Schools of Hawaii Thrift Shop; continues 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays; free admission. 941-9414, ext. 16.

• Family Fun Day and White Elephant Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Pearl City Highlands Elementary School; entertainment, arts and crafts, games and activities, food, inflatables and more; free admission. 453-6470.

• Winter Treasures Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Manoa School; free admission. 595-6987.

• Windward HSTA Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Benjamin Parker School, Kane'ohe; free admission. 262-7765, 239-7085.

• Holiday Plant and Craft Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lyon Arboretum, Manoa; orchids, poinsettias, Native Hawaiian plants, holiday wreaths, jams and jellies, and more; free admission. 988-0456.

• 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.

• Radford Fall Fun and Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Radford High School; free admission. 421-4200, ext. 278.

• Bazaar and Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. John the Apostle and Evangelist Catholic Church, Mililani; free admission. 623-1114.

• Thanksgiving Rummage and Baked Goods Sale, presented by the Ladies Philoptochos Society of the Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 930 Lunalilo St.; free admission. 521-7220.

• Ultimate Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; produce, plants, food tasting, pony rides and more; continues 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 396-0766.

• Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, near the bandstand; continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 622-2508.

• Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Christmas Craft Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339; continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.

• Portuguese Festa, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace; entertainment by Frank DeLima, Paka Smith, The Camoes Players, Royal Hawaiian Band and others; food; wine garden and more; a benefit for Hawaii Council on Portuguese Heritage; free admission. 845-1616.

• Mighty Mini Auction and Christmas Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Holy Nativity Thrift Shop (behind First Hawaiian Bank in 'Aina Haina); live auction at 1 p.m.; free admission. 373-3744, 395-1587.

• "Building New Bridges to Global Understanding, Friendship and Peace," 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Imin Center, East-West Center; ethnic foods, learning booths for children, cultural performances, an interactive workshop and more; free. 944-7176.

• KCOC Fall Faire 2001, presented by Kailua Chamber of Commerce, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kailua Elementary School; free admission. 261-2727.

• Hawaii Rock, Mineral & Gem Show, presented by Rock & Mineral Society of Hawaii, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Ward Warehouse conference room; featuring displays of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, fluorescent minerals and more; continues 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; free. 946-9753.

• Honolulu Holiday Antiques & Collectibles Show, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $3.50*. 922-5074.

• "Sunset on the Beach," 4-9:30 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach (across from Honolulu Zoo) and Kapahulu Groin/Pier; featuring entertainment and the screening of "Jurassic Park"; free (food extra). "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays and Sundays. 527-6605.

NATURE

• Ulupaina Hike, presented by Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club, 8 a.m., Kahalu'u; $2. Register: 262-5506, 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.

• Arbor Day Celebration, with the planting of Native Hawaiian trees followed by a garden tour, 9:30 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes, insect repellent and rain gear recommended; free. 233-7323.

"Pooters, Nets and Magnifiers," for ages 5 and up, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; keiki will go on a bug hunt and make a pooter (insect catcher) to take home; $14*. 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 at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays; free. Register: 233-7323.

Hawai'iloa Trail Hike, a "moderate" four-mile hike for adults; long pants recommended; $12*. Register: Hawai'i Nature Center, 955-0100.

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

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

• Arboretum Tours, 1-2:30 p.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats Saturdays and 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

MIXED BAG

Mo'ili'ili Cemetery Tour, with Nanette Purnell, authority on graveyards and grave markers, 9-11 a.m.; $10. Reservations: 943-0371.

• "The Diamond Head Story," a two-mile walking tour led by volunteers of The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, from the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo to the crater entrance; repeats Saturdays; $5*. 948-3299.

• Child Safety Seat Checkup, 10 a.m.-noon, Windward Mall parking lot; free. 257-1831, 956-5015.

• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, daily (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.

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.

• "Get Carried Away, Read!" storytelling program for children, 10:30 a.m., McCully-Mo'ili'ili Public Library; part of Children's Book Week and National Storytelling Month; free. 973-1099.

• Story Time for Children, with guest reader Sandi Takayama, author of "The Musubi Man," "Sumorella" and "The Prince and the Ling Hing Mui," 10:30 a.m., Hawai'i State Library children's room; repeats Saturdays, through Dec. 8; free. 586-3510.

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

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

• Aunty Pua's Keiki Kanikapila, with singing and storytelling, 11 a.m.-noon, Native Books & Beautiful Things, Ward Warehouse; repeats Saturdays; free. 596-8885.

• Harry Potter Look-alike Contest, 2 p.m., Pearl Highlands Center; register at 1 p.m.; free. 456-1000.

• Winter Ball Fashion Show, presented by the Windward Mall Teen Board, 1 p.m., at the mall stage; free. 235-1143.

• 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.

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Nov. 18

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.

• American Red Cross Benefit Concert, featuring the Honolulu Community Concert Band, 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church; the program, in honor of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, will include Frank Ticheli's arrangement of "Amazing Grace," Jerry Bilik's "American Civil War Fantasy," John Williams' "Liberty Fanfare" and Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA"; free. 594-0441, 236-7057.

• LCC Guitar Ensemble Concert, 4 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; Peter Kun Frary, director; featuring guitar solos and ensembles by Bach, Handel, Purcell, Albeniz and others; $3. 455-0350.

Sunset Jazz Etc., with Shari Lynn and Jimmy Borges accompanied by Fascinatin' Rhythm, and Gabe Baltazar on sax, 5-7 p.m., La Pietra-Hawaii School for Girls' Great Lawn; music 6-7 p.m.; $26 (includes dessert, coffee, wine and soft drinks), with proceeds benefiting La Pietra's scholarship fund. (Related event: Tagami and Powell Fine Art Gallery's annual La Pietra Art Exhibit and Sale, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., on campus.) 924-7515.

• University of Hawai'i Jazz Ensembles, with guests Tim Tsukiyama on saxophone and Rick Broadwell on trumpet, 7 p.m., Music Department Courtyard, UH-Manoa; Patrick Hennessey, director; $5*. 956-8742.

Ariel Rivera and Ara Mina, vocalists from the Philippines, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; the concert was originally scheduled for Sept. 30; $25-$45. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

DANCE

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

Salsa Workshops, with international salsa champion Edie "The Salsa FREAK" and her husband, Al "Liquid Silver" Espinoza, 1-4 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; fees vary. Register: 223-8610.

"Annual Dance Concert: Bigger Than Life!" by the University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 2 p.m., Kennedy Theatre's mainstage; a multi-media presentation featuring pieces by UH faculty that blend a variety of dance forms with computer/video technology; $12*. 956-7655.

Tango Argentino Workshops, with Graciela Gonzalez, Guillermo Valente and Luisa Zini from Buenos Aires, 4-6 p.m. (Tango Vals) and 6-8 p.m. (Milonga Traspies), Honolulu Club; $25 per class. Register: 721-2123. Also: Milonga Dance Party, 2-4 p.m., $15.

• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

• Iwalani School of Dance, hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Swingsation, swing lessons and dance, 7 p.m., Atherton YMCA; Lindy Hop lessons 7-8 p.m. ($10, includes social dance at 8:10 p.m.); social dance 8:10-10 p.m. ($5, includes lessons 7:30-8 p.m.); repeats Nov. 25. Hawaii Jitterbugs, 735-1054.

STAGE

"Redwood Curtain," by Lanford Wilson, directed and adapted by Vanita Rae Smith, 2 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; part of Army Community Theatre's Sunday @2 Matinee Readers Theatre; repeats Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 at 2 p.m.; $6. 438-4480.

"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Nov. 23-24, 29-30 and Dec. 1 and 6-8 at 8 p.m.; and Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9 at 2 p.m.; $15*. 536-4441.

• "Androcles the Lion," by Aurand Harris, presented by Kamehameha Schools Drama Club, Keaka Kamehameha, 2 p.m., Ke'elikolani Theatre, Kapalama campus; recommended for students from kindergarten through fourth grade; final performance; $5. 842-8356, 842-8496.

"The Spirits Play," by Kuo Pao Kun, 2 p.m., Lizard Loft at The ARTS at Marks Garage; final performance; $10*. 256-2584, 988-0754.

"Wanted: A Princess," presented by Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center, 3 p.m., Kaimuki High School Theatre; final performance; $6*. 733-4913.

"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 4 p.m., MVT; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Nov. 28-29; 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24 and 30 and Dec. 1; and 4 p.m. Nov. 25 and Dec. 2; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays at an additional cost.) 988-6131.

James Joyce's "The Dead," by Richard Nelson and Shaun Davey, presented by Hawai'i Pacific University, 4 p.m., HPU Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Nov. 29 and Dec. 6; 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1 and 7-8; and 4 p.m. Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9; $14*. 375-1282.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Pearl City High School Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., at the school cafeteria; free admission. 453-6511.

• Ultimate Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; produce, plants, food tasting, pony rides and more; free admission. 396-0766.

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

• Handcrafters & Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, near the bandstand; free admission. 622-2508.

• Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Christmas Craft Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fort Shafter Arts & Crafts Building 339; free admission. 438-1071, 438-1315.

• Hawaii Rock, Mineral & Gem Show, presented by Rock & Mineral Society of Hawaii, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Ward Warehouse conference room; featuring displays of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry, fluorescent minerals and more; free. 946-9753.

• Honolulu Holiday Antiques & Collectibles Show, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; $3.50*. 922-5074.

• Pasko! a Filipino holiday celebration, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts courtyards and galleries; arts, crafts and holiday decorations; Filipino music and dance; traditional costume parade, food and more; free admission. 532-8700, 543-7779.

• "Sunset on the Beach," 4-9:30 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach (across from Honolulu Zoo) and Kapahulu Groin/Pier; featuring entertainment and the screening of "South Pacific"; free (food extra). "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays and Sundays. 527-6605.

• Deevali (Festival of Lights) Celebration, with poetry readings, discussion on the history of Deevali and music by Quadraphonix and others, 6-11:30 p.m., India Café, Kilohana Square; free admission. Dinner reservations: 737-4600.

NATURE

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

"Stream Sensations," for children ages 6-10, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; learn about the fresh water mountain stream and make a boat to sail down Makiki Stream; $14*. Register: 955-0100.

MIXED BAG

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

• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, daily (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.

• Thanksgiving Celebration, sponsored by radio station KRTR 96, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; entertainment by DisGuyz, Forté and Tani Lynn Fujimoto; also, contests and prize giveaways; free. 955-9517.

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.

• Storyteller Diane Ferlatte performs "Have I Got a Story to Tell," 2 p.m., Mililani Public Library (627-7470); repeats at 4 p.m. Monday, Kaimuki Public Library (733-8422); part of Children's Book Week; free.

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

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

Liberty House Ala Moana's Special Night, a benefit reception with cuisine by Chef Alan Wong and music by Pai'ea and Jake Shimabukuro, 5-8 p.m., The Pineapple Room, Liberty House; the event also is a preview of Macy's launch in Hawai'i; proceeds to benefit Hawaii Children's Discovery Center (524-5437), Hawaii Foodbank (836-3600, ext. 240) and The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i (537-4508, ext. 225 or 227); $50. Related event: appearances and autograph signings by Benny Agbayani, Emme Tomimbang, Anne Namba and others, 6-10 p.m. throughout the store.

"A Night of Hope," a benefit for Hawai'i State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 5-9 p.m., Kapono's at Aloha Tower Marketplace; entertainment by Chant, DisGuyz and Hypersquad Dancers; $25 ($75 for VIP section) includes pupu buffet. 554-2937.

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Nov. 19

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.

"Appassionata," with the Galliard String Quartet, 7:30 p.m., Christ Church in Kailua; featuring works by Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms; $15*. 524-0815, ext. 245.

• Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

• "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.

• Hui 'O Kamalei, hula, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; also, lei- and ti leaf skirt-making demonstrations; repeats 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays; free. 566-2337.

• House of I, keiki hula, 2-3 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

• Keiki Hip-Hop Class, for students in grades 3-7, 4-5 p.m., West Oahu Family YMCA; repeats Mondays, through Dec. 13; $5. Register: 625-1040, ext.242.

• 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.

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.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

MIXED BAG

• Pali Momi Health Screening, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; 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.

• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, daily (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day) through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.

• 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.

• Storyteller Diane Ferlatte performs "Have I Got a Story to Tell," 4 p.m., Kaimuki Public Library; part of Children's Book Week; free. 733-8422.

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

• Aloha 'Oe Ceremony for departing cruise ship, 7:30 p.m., Pier 2, Aloha Tower; Hawaiian music and hula by the Royal Hawaiian Band and Moana Chang and the Aloha Tower Entertainers; free. 566-2337.

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Nov. 20

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.

• Saxophone and Piano Recital, with Todd Yukumoto on sax and HyeKyung Lee on piano, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; featuring original compositions including two world premieres written for the duo; $5*. 956-8742.

DANCE

• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays (except Thanksgiving Day); free. 945-1851.

• 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.

STAGE

"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 7:30 p.m., MVT; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Nov. 28-29; 8 p.m. Nov. 23-24 and 30 and Dec. 1; and 4 p.m. Nov. 25 and Dec. 2; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays at an additional cost.) 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1100 Alakea Plaza; continues 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday; free admission. 521-8865.

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 Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

• 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.

• Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m., Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; featuring stories with Thanksgiving themes, hands-on activities and more; repeats Tuesdays; free. 734-8018.

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.

• Air Force Academy falcon mascot, 4-5 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; also, 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Windward Mall; free. 474-6363.

• "Na Mea Kaua," a talk by Umialiloa LahanauoKalakaua Kai on Hawaiian weapons of war, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Atherton Halau at Bishop Museum; part of the museum's "Celebration of Kupuna" series; $5*. 847-8243.

• Christmas Ideas Demonstrations, 7-8 p.m., Hale Alakai Room 102, Windward Community College; also, Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Kailua District Park; free. 247-0421.

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

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Nov. 21

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.

• Rondalla Hawaiiana, 2-3 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.

• 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.

• Greg and Junko MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

DANCE

• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays (no show on Thanksgiving Day); free. 945-1851.

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

• Swingtime in Honolulu, swing dance lessons, practice and potluck, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free dance lesson at 7:30 p.m.; $4. 236-4082.

STAGE

"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 7:30 p.m., MVT; repeats Nov. 23-24 and 30 and Dec. 1 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 at 4 p.m.; and Nov. 28-29 at 7:30 p.m.; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays at an additional cost.) 988-6131.

James Joyce's "The Dead," by Richard Nelson and Shaun Davey, presented by Hawai'i Pacific University, 7:30 p.m., HPU Theatre; repeats Nov. 23-24, 30 and Dec. 1 and 7-8 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 25 and Dec. 2 and 9 at 4 p.m.; and Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m.; $14*. 375-1282.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1100 Alakea Plaza; free admission. 521-8865.

• KCAA Thrift Shop Christmas Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., KCAA Pre-Schools of Hawaii Thrift Shop; continues 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays. free admission. 941-9414, ext. 16.

NATURE

MIXED BAG

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

• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 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.

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.

• Air Force Academy falcon mascot, 4-5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 474-6363.

• Spinning Tops and Yo-yo Class, presented by High Performance Kites, 6-7:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

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

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Nov. 22

DANCE

• Hui 'O Kamalei, hula, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; also, lei- and ti leaf skirt-making demonstrations; repeats 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays; free. 566-2337.

MIXED BAG

• 31st Annual Thanksgiving Dinner, presented by The Salvation Army, 9 a.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; entertainment 9 a.m.-noon; "dinner" noon-1:30 p.m.; free (tickets available at The Salvation Army Community Corps locations or by calling any social service agency; tickets also available at the door.) 521-6551, 845-2544, 487-1636, 235-1408.

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.

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