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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Yule
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Sunday, Monday and Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Wahiawa Christmas Parade, 6:30 p.m., starting at Ka'ala Elementary School, along California Avenue to North Cane Street, and ending at Center Street. 621-8442.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; continues through Dec. 23 (except Sunday, Monday and Dec. 10); free. 955-9517.
"A Merry Christmas With Friends and Nabors," starring Jim Nabors and the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; guests performers include Karen Keawehawai'i, Emma Veary, Frank DeLima, Philip Huber and the Huber Marionettes, Hula Hui O Kapunahala O Nu'uanu YMCA, Diamond Head Theatre Shooting Stars, Halau Hula 'O Kawaili'ula, and members of the St. Peter's Choir and Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Chorale; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $40* and $50*. 528-0506.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Lincoln School Choir, 11 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., 'Iolani Palace grounds; repeats Fridays; 5331.
• Aloha Community Chorus, 2-2:30 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Darlene Ahuna, Hawaiian, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.
• Na Keiki O Manana Children's Choir, 6-6:30 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.
• Castle High School Jazz Band holiday concert, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Na Mele, contemporary and Hawaiian with hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• R.A.D.D., contemporary Christian, 7-9 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe, Pearl Highlands Center; free. 455-8733.
• Unclaymed Freight, originals and American folk rock, 7-10 p.m., Morning Brew, Kailua Shopping Center; free. 262-7770.
• UH Choirs present a choral chronicle of Christmas, 7:30 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; free (donations suggested). 956-8742.
• Na Leo Pilimehana, 7:30-8 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; CD autograph session to follow; free. 591-8995.
Shaggy — "The Mahalo Concert," 7:30 p.m., Pipeline Cafe; $25. 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
DANCE
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Ke Kia'i A O Hula, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
2001 Mid-Pacific Institute Young Choreographers Dance Concert, featuring a cast of 120 students, teachers and alumni, 7:30 p.m., Bakken Auditorium, MPI campus in Manoa; box office opens at 7 p.m.; the show repeats at 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $15. 973-5071.
Bayanihan, the National Folk Dance Company of the Philippines, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $30* and $40*. 591-2211.
African Dance Party, featuring West African drumming and dance and Jamma Rek, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Anna Bannanas; a smoke-free event, presented by First Circle: Drum, Dance and Song; for 21 and older. $8. 946-5190.
STAGE
"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; $12*-$15*. 438-4480.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, opens at 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday, Thursday, Dec. 7 and 13-14; 4 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9 and 16; and 3 and 8 p.m. Dec. 8 and 15; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
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 Dec. 7-8, 4 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9, and 7:30 p.m. Thursday; $14*. 375-1282.
"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday, Thursday and Dec. 7-8, and 2 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9; $15*. 536-4441.
"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and at 4 p.m. Sunday; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain at an additional cost.) 988-6131.
"Master and Margarita,"an adaptation of the Russian novel by Mikhail Bulgakov and directed by Elmira Tereshchenko, presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance, 8 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, UH-Manoa; post-show discussion with the director and performers; the play repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $9*. 956-7655.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• World Art Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday and Tuesday through Dec. 8; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
• Festival of Trees, a benefit for The Queen's Medical Center, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Kewalo and Kaka'ako Rooms at Ward Warehouse; continues 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (auction bids close at 2 p.m. Sunday); $1*. 547-4397.
• East-West Center Christmas Craft Fair, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., in front of John Burns Hall, corner of Dole Street and East-West Road; plants, holiday gifts and decorations; free admission. 944-7111.
• Teen Expo, noon-10 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center; fashion shows, entertainment, school competitions and more; continues 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; $5. 566-0644.
• Happy Holiday Faire, 4-8 p.m., 1337 Ulupi'i St., Kailua; dolls, baby quilts, ornaments and more; continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; free admission. 262-6348.
• "Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach (across from Honolulu Zoo) and Kapahulu Groin; featuring entertainment and the screening of "Toy Story"; free (food extra). 523-4288.
• Honolulu Elks Lodge 616 Arts and Crafts Exhibition, 5-10 p.m., 2933 Kalakaua Ave.; $5. 923-5722.
• Country Sisters Christmas Craft Fair 2001, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Kahuku Village Association Community Center, 56-576 Kamehameha Highway; wood paintings, dolls, handsewn items and more; continues 8 a.m.-noon Saturday; free admission. 293-3288, 293-2974.
NATURE
• Waimea Valley Moon Walk, 8:30 p.m., Waimea Falls Park; register at 8:15 p.m. at the main ticket booth; a benefit for the Waimea Arboretum Foundation; bring flashlight, jacket and insect repellent; $3 ($5 per couple, $7 per family of four). 638-8655, 638-6714.
MIXED BAG
• Bradajo, artist, storyteller and pidgin poet, presents tales of island life, 12:15 and 12:45 p.m., Native Books & Beautiful Things on Merchant Street (599-5511); repeats at 11:30 a.m. and noon Saturday, Native Books & Things at Ward Warehouse (845-8949); free.
• 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.
• 21st Annual Hawaii Cowhorse Championships, 5 p.m., New Town and Country Stables in Waimanalo; with reining, barrel racing, team cow sorting and more; continues at 9 a.m. Saturday; free. 259-9942.
Formal Gongfu-style Tea Demonstration and Tasting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Teja; $10. Register: 735-9832.
• 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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YULE
• Kane'ohe Christmas Parade, 9 a.m., starting at Kamehameha Highway and Ha'iku Road (near Macy's at Windward Mall) and ending at Castle High School; 239-9003.
• Mililani Christmas Parade, 9 a.m., starting at Mililani Shopping Center, along Kipapa Drive to Moenamanu Street, to Kuahelani Street, to Meheula Parkway, to Lanikuhana Avenue, ending at Town Center of Mililani. 593-1533.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Sunday, Monday and Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
• Makiki Mele Kalikimaka, a community Christmas celebration, 10-11:30 a.m., Makiki District Park; keiki games, entertainment, and a visit from Santa at 10:30 a.m.; free. 522-7082.
• "Holiday Hits," 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; entertainment by The Movement Center, Hypersquad and La Pietra Show Choir; holiday craft fair; orchid show; holiday fashion show and more; free. 396-0766.
• "Christmas Fantasia," a music and dance production presented by Pacific Island Praise, 1 and 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats at 1 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 16 and 23, and at 1 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 15 and 22; free. 235-1143.
• Gentry Waipio Christmas Parade, 3 p.m., starting at Gentry Waipio Shopping Center, to Waipi'o Uka Street, to 'oke'e Street, to Ka Uka Boulevard, to Waipi'o Uka Street, ending at Gentry Waipio Shopping Center. 671-2272.
• Honolulu City Lights, opening festivities from 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; pre-show entertainment at 3 p.m. on the municipal lawn; opening ceremony/ Christmas tree lighting at 6 p.m., Electric Light Parade begins 6 p.m. (from Beretania/Richards streets to Beretania, Bishop Street, King Street, ending near Honolulu Hale at 6:30 p.m.), concert at 7:30 p.m. and Santa's arrival at 7:30 p.m.; the light displays encompass Beretania, Bishop, King, Kapi'olani and Alapa'i, and may be viewed through Jan. 1. Also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily except New Year's Eve, at Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; continues through Dec. 23 (except Sunday, Monday and Dec. 10); free. 955-9517.
"A Merry Christmas With Friends and Nabors," starring Jim Nabors and the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; guests performers include Karen Keawehawai'i, Emma Veary, Frank DeLima, Philip Huber and the Huber Marionettes, Hula Hui O Kapunahala O Nu'uanu YMCA, Diamond Head Theatre Shooting Stars, Halau Hula 'O Kawaili'ula, and members of the St. Peter's Choir and Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Chorale; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $40* and $50*. 528-0506.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Na Leo Pilimehana, 4 p.m., Borders Waikele; CD autograph session to follow; free. 676-6698.
• Castle High School Polynesian Performing Arts holiday concert, 4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
"Music for Two," jazz concert featuring Ernie Provencher on bass and Pierre Grill on piano, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $15*. Reservations: 955-8821.
• Honolulu Boy Choir Christmas Show, 8-8:45 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Ying Quartet, winner of the Naumberg Chamber Music Award, 8 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; part of the Honolulu Chamber Music Series; $24*. (Also: free pre-concert question-and-answer session with the quartet, 7-7:30 p.m., UHM Music Building room 36.) 956-6878.
COMEDY
Margaret Cho, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of her national "The Notorious C.H.O." tour; $25-$45. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
DANCE
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Hawai'i with Ku'uipo Kumukahi, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
• Halau O Keaunui, ancient and modern hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
2001 Mid-Pacific Institute Young Choreographers Dance Concert, featuring a cast of 120 students, teachers and alumni, 7:30 p.m., Bakken Auditorium, MPI campus in Manoa; box office opens at 7 p.m.; $15. 973-5071.
STAGE
"Christmas Talk Story," a collection of holiday stories by local writers and a variety of Christmas songs, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 2:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre, Queen Emma Square; recommended for ages 6 and older; repeats Dec. 8 and 15 at 2:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.; $10*. 839-9885.
• Full Moon Madness, 7 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; LCC students will showcase their works in art, drama, dance and music; also featuring the LCC Jazz Ensemble; $3. 455-0385.
"Sayonara," a musical based on the James Michener novel, presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; final performance; 12*-$15*. 438-4480.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 and 13-14; 4 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9 and 16; and 3 and 8 p.m. Dec. 8 and 15; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
"Master and Margarita,"an adaptation of the Russian novel by Mikhail Bulgakov and directed by Elmira Tereshchenko, presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance, 8 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, UH-Manoa; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday; $9*. 956-7655.
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 Dec. 9, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, and Dec. 7-8 at 8 p.m.; $14*. 375-1282.
"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 8 p.m., MVT; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday; $25*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain 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 Dec. 9, and 8 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 7-8; $15*. 536-4441.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Country Sisters Christmas Craft Fair 2001, 8 a.m.-noon, Kahuku Village Association Community Center, 56-576 Kamehameha Highway; wood paintings, dolls, handsewn items and more; free admission. 293-3288, 293-2974.
• Outrigger Hotels & Resorts Employees Craft Fair and Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Outrigger Reef on the Beach courtyard; free admission. 921-6941.
• Christmas Craft & Gift Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Manoa School; free admission. 595-6987.
• Season's Best Craft Fair & Gifts, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Ali'iolani School; continues 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 683-6064.
• Lanikai Christmas Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Lanikai Park and Community Center; free admission. 263-1925.
• Kahuku Hospital Healthy Community Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; fresh produce, handcrafted items, health screenings, and more; free admission. 293-9231.
• Happy Holiday Faire, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1337 Ulupi'i St., Kailua; dolls, baby quilts, ornaments and more; free admission. 262-6348.
• Orchid Show and Sale, presented by Hawaii Kai Orchid Society, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; continues 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 396-0766.
• Pacific Handcrafters Guild's Christmas Festival of Art & Fine Crafts, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Thomas Square; with entertainment, food booths and keiki activities; repeats 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 254-6788.
• Teen Expo, 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center; fashion shows, entertainment, school competitions and more; continues 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; $5. 566-0644.
• Festival of Chinese Arts & Culture, presented by Tai Hsuan Foundation, 9 a.m., Center for Korean Studies building, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; lion dance, feng shui lecture, herbal medicine display, and more; free. 947-4788, 949-1050.
• Christmas Charity Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., The Bead Gallery courtyard, 200 Ward Ave.; handmade jewelry, baked goods and more; also, silent auction and canned food drive; proceeds to benefit Kapi'olani Breast Health Center; free admission. 589-2600.
• World Art Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 1-5 p.m. Sunday and Dec. 9, and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Dec. 8; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
• Festival of Trees, a benefit for The Queen's Medical Center, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Kewalo and Kaka'ako Rooms at Ward Warehouse; continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (auction bids close at 2 p.m. Sunday); $1*. 547-4397.
• "Impressions" Annual Open Studio, presented by Honolulu Printmakers, 1-4 p.m., Honolulu Printmakers Workshop at The Art Center at Linekona; repeats 1-4 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 536-5507.
• Hawai'i Prince Hotel Craft and Music Faire, 2-8 p.m., in the hotel lobby; entertainment by the Waikiki Community Center 'Ukulele Ensemble 5-6 p.m., and Cyrstal Yoza 6-7 p.m.; continues 2-8 p.m. Saturdays, through Dec. 22; free. 956-1111.
NATURE
Moonlight Tour, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Honolulu Zoo; the two-hour guided walking tour will include storytelling, environmental education and a behind-the-scenes look at the zoo's nocturnal predators; $10*. Register: 971-7174, 926-3191.
MIXED BAG
• Kama'aina Day, 7:30-11:30 a.m., USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; entertainment by the 25th Infantry Division (Light) Tropic Lightning Band, St. Andrew's Priory Chorus, Iolani School String Quartet and others; also, boat tours; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. Also: world premiere screening of the documentary, "Death of the Arizona," 7:30-9:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village Tapa Ballroom (free). 422-2771.
• 21st Annual Hawaii Cowhorse Championships, 9 a.m., New Town and Country Stables in Waimanalo; with barrel racing, steer stopping, team cow sorting and more; free. 259-9942.
"Stuck on 'Opihi," a hands-on craft class on how to make an 'opihi shell pendant, 9 a.m.-noon; and "The Waters of Life," a hands-on class on how to make an 'ohe wai water container using bamboo, 1-4 p.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; John M. Cummings III, instructor; minimum age is 12, and children must be accompanied by an adult; $15* per class. Register: 955-0100.
• Bird Show, presented by Honolulu Canary & Finch Club, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., VCA Kaneohe Animal Hospital; continues 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday; free.
• "Lyle the Crocodile" Storytime, with a visit from the costume character, 11 a.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6699.
• Bradajo, artist, storyteller and pidgin poet, presents tales of island life, 11:30 a.m. and noon, Native Books & Things at Ward Warehouse; free. 845-8949.
• Star Trek Mini Convention with Richard Arnold, "Star Trek" historian, noon-5 p.m., Nautilus Suite No. 2, on the sixth floor of the Hilton Hawaiian Village parking garage; free. 949-1669.
• 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.
• Harry Potter Costume and Trivia Extravaganza, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; dress up as your favorite Harry Potter character; free. 676-6699.
Vans Triple Crown of Surfing Party, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort; autograph sessions, fashion show, DJs, dancing, prize giveaways and more; for 21 and older; $10. 497-8489.
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YULE
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Sunday, Monday and Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• "Christmas Fantasia," a music and dance production presented by Pacific Island Praise, 1 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats at Dec. 15 and 22 at 1 and 6:30 p.m., and Dec. 16 and 23 at 1 p.m.; free. 235-1143.
• Keiki Christmas Family Day, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; featuring a storytelling Santa, make-and-take activities for youngsters, and an original puppet play at 1:30, 2:45 and 3:30 p.m.; free (part of the Free First Sunday program in honor of the academy's 75th anniversary, through Dec. 2002). 532-8700.
• Street Bikers United Toys for Tots and City Lights Parade, 4 p.m., starting at Hawai'i Convention Center, Kapi'olani Boulevard, to Kalakaua Avenue, left onto Monsarrat Avenue, ending at Waikiki Shell parking lot. 528-7388.
• "Christmas in the Islands" concert with Randy and Gay Hongo, 7 p.m., Waianae Baptist Church; also, Cheryl Toma Sanders, Miss Hawaii 1990; and Spirit of Joy, a gospel hula ensemble; free. 696-4374.
"A Merry Christmas With Friends and Nabors," starring Jim Nabors and the Honolulu Symphony, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; guests performers include Karen Keawehawai'i, Emma Veary, Frank DeLima, Philip Huber and the Huber Marionettes, Hula Hui O Kapunahala O Nu'uanu YMCA, Diamond Head Theatre Shooting Stars, Halau Hula 'O Kawaili'ula, and members of the St. Peter's Choir and Prince Kuhio Hawaiian Civic Club Chorale; $40* and $50*. 528-0506.
"Christmas at Washington Place," a joint benefit for Hawai'i Public Radio and the Washington Place Foundation, 4 p.m., on the lanai at Washington Place; featuring the students of Ernest Chang PIano Studio, a two-piano version of Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" with narration, and refreshments 30 minutes prior to the performance; $15*. Reservations: 955-8821.
• "Eine Kleine Keiki Kristmas Musik," an introduction to music for families and young children, with Christmas sing-along, 4 p.m., Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church. Also: Sixth Annual Christmas Sing-along Concert, 7 p.m.; part of the church's "Christmas at Calvary 2001" concert series; free. 377-5104.
• Advent Lessons and Carols, with the St. Andrew's Cathedral Choir under the direction of Arlan Sunnarborg, 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew's Cathedral; free (donations suggested). 524-2822, ext. 223.
• Handel's "Messiah," featuring the Central Union Church 100-voice Oratorio Choir and the Handel Festival Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Central Union Church Sanctuary; free (donations suggested). 941-0957.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Saint John the Baptist School Choir holiday concert, 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• 'Ahuimanu Elementary School Chorus holiday concert, 4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• "Music in the Afternoon," holiday tunes performed by Keiki Kani Music Studio Choir, 4 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
• Piano Recital by Christine Hirai, student of Ronald Morgan, 4 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 956-8742.
• Herb Ohta Jr. and Roy Sakuma 'Ukulele Super Keiki, 4-4:45 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Hawaii Youth Chorus Christmas performance, 5 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
DANCE
• Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; repeats Sundays; free. 955-9517.
• Iwalani School of Dance presents a Christmas Show featuring the dances of Hawai'i, 5-6 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Ka Pa Ku Kaiaulu, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"Master and Margarita,"an adaptation of the Russian novel by Mikhail Bulgakov and directed by Elmira Tereshchenko, presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance, 2 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, UH-Manoa; final performance; $9*. 956-7655.
"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; final performance; $6. 438-4480.
"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 7-8, and 2 p.m. Dec. 9; $15*. 536-4441.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 4 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 and 13-14; 4 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16; and 3 and 8 p.m. Dec. 8 and 15; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
"The Wash," by Philip Kan Gotanda, presented by Manoa Valley Theatre, 4 p.m., MVT; final performance; $25*. 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. Thursday, Dec. 7-8 at 8 p.m., and Dec. 9 at 4 p.m.; $14*. 375-1282.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Season's Best Craft Fair & Gifts, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Ali'iolani School; free admission. 683-6064.
• Orchid Show and Sale, presented by Hawaii Kai Orchid Society, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; free admission. 396-0766.
• 21st Annual A Family A-Fair, presented by the State Council on Hawaiian Heritage, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., McKinley High School front lawn; jewelry, clothes, bags, Christmas ornaments and more; free admission. 536-6540.
• Pacific Handcrafters Guild's Christmas Festival of Art & Fine Crafts, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Thomas Square; with entertainment, food booths and keiki activities; free admission. 254-6788.
• Teen Expo, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center; fashion shows, entertainment, school competitions and more; $5. 566-0644.
• Bird Show, presented by Honolulu Canary & Finch Club, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., VCA Kaneohe Animal Hospital; free.
• Festival of Trees, a benefit for The Queen's Medical Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Kewalo and Kaka'ako Rooms at Ward Warehouse; auction bids close at 2 p.m. Sunday; $1*. 547-4397.
• "Impressions" Annual Open Studio, presented by Honolulu Printmakers, 1-4 p.m., Honolulu Printmakers Workshop at The Art Center at Linekona; free admission. 536-5507.
• World Art Bazaar, 1-5 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Dec. 8 and 1-5 p.m. Dec. 9; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
• "Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach (across from Honolulu Zoo) and Kapahulu Groin; featuring entertainment and the screening of "The Santa Clause"; free (food extra). "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays and Sundays. 527-6605.
NATURE
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
MIXED BAG
• Kama'aina Day, 7:30-11 a.m., USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; entertainment by Royal Hawaiian Band, Cook Quartet, 442nd Hula Halau and others; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. Also: world premiere screening of "Save Our History: USS Arizona," 7-9:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village Tapa Ballroom (free). 422-2771.
• Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble; repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free. 737-3323.
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YULE
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Monday and Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, with entertainment by Honolulu Madrigal Quartet and a visit from Santa, 5 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; free. 922-4422.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Campbell High School's Na Kama O Laakona holiday concert, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
University of Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; featuring the world premiere of Neil McKay's "Symphony No. 2"; featured soloist is Honolulu Symphony member Mark Schubert, who will perform the Hummel Concerto for Trumpet; $8*. 956-8742.
DANCE
• 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.
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.
MIXED BAG
• U.S. Army Day, 7:30 a.m.-noon, USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; entertainment by the 25th Infantry Division (Light) Tropic Lightning Band, the Arizona National Guard Band, and more; also, boat tours; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. 422-2771.
• 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.
• 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.
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YULE
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Mr. Amazing Holiday Show for children, with puppets, magic, balloons and singing, 9:30 a.m., Windward Mall; also, make-and-take craft activities; repeats at 9:30 a.m. Thursday; free. 235-1143.
• "The Christmas Santa Almost Missed!" by Milky Way Puppet Productions, 6:30 p.m., Kahuku Public & School Library; free. 293-8935.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; continues through Dec. 23 (except Dec. 10); free. 955-9517.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Na Kamali'i O 'Iliahi, from 'Iliahi Elementary School, 7 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 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.
• Line Dancing, 6-8:30 p.m., Fisherman's Wharf; $3 cover charge. 262-7441.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• World Art Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 8 and 1-5 p.m. Dec. 9; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
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
• U.S. Navy Day, 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; entertainment by the University of Hawai'i Band, Pacific Fleet Band, 25th Infantry Division (Light) Tropic Lightning Band and others; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. (Also: screening of the movie, "Pearl Harbor," 7-10:30 p.m. at Waikiki 3 Theater, with introduction and commentary by Disney executives; $15.) 422-2771.
• Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns and more, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Tuesdays; free. 488-0981.
• Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m., Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; repeats Tuesdays; free. 734-8018.
• 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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YULE
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; continues through Dec. 23 (except Dec. 10); free. 955-9517.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
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., Fountain Courtyard, 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.
• Kainalu Elementary School Chorus holiday concert, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• Lanakila Baptist Elementary School Choir, holiday music, 7 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• 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
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 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.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Alakea Christmas Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1100 Alakea Plaza; continues 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday; free admission. 521-8865.
• Downtown Christmas Faire, a fund-raiser for Hawai'i Heritage Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Amfac Center and Fort Street Mall; quilts, cookies, plants, jewelry, pottery and more; continues 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday and Dec. 7; free admission. 521-8941.
• World Art Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 8 and 1-5 p.m. Dec. 9; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
NATURE
• Halawa Xeriscape Garden, a three-acre botanical park with more than 200 varieties of plants that conserve water, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 99-1268 Iwaena St., Halawa Valley Industrial area; also features water-saving irrigation systems, mulch, and other xeriscape (water-saving landscape) ideas; repeats Wednesdays and Saturdays; free. 527-6113, 527-6126.
MIXED BAG
• U.S. Marine Corp Day, 7:30 a.m.-noon, USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; featuring the Marine Forces Pacific Band, Chord-Ayres Choral Group and Boy Scout Toop 135 Color Guard; also, boat tours; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. 422-2771.
• Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 6-9 p.m., (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (586-6151, 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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YULE
• Jingle Bell Express, a 10-minute sing-along train ride for children under 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 2:20-5 p.m. and 6:20-9 p.m., Ala Moana Center mall level; the train depot is at Center Court; $4 ($6 for the 7 p.m. ride during Santa's Light Parade, daily through Dec. 23 except Dec. 10); continues through Dec. 23; 955-9517.
"Santa's Christmas Journey," annual holiday performance and meal provided by The Pineapple Room chefs, in the Special Events Room at Macy's Ala Moana; breakfast ($6.50) at 9 a.m. and lunch ($7.50) at noon, daily through Dec. 22; dinner ($9.50) Thursdays through Saturdays, through Dec. 22. Call for ticket availability and reservations: 945-6427.
• Mr. Amazing Holiday Show for children, with puppets, magic, balloons and singing, 9:30 a.m., Windward Mall; also, make-and-take craft activities; free. 235-1143.
• Santa's Light Parade at Ala Moana Center, with holiday decorated floats, performers and Santa riding his 40-foot illuminated train, 7 p.m., mall level, beginning near Macy's and ending at Sears; continues through Dec. 23 (except Dec. 10); free. 955-9517.
• 55th Annual Kaimuki Christmas Parade, 6 p.m., along Wai'alae Avenue, from Saint Louis School to Koko Head Avenue; presented by Kaimuki Business & Professional Association. 739-KBPA (5272).
• Holiday Library Celebration, 6 p.m., Hawai'i State Library Children's Room; featuring the Hawaii Suzuki Strings performing Christmas, classical and popular violin music at 6 p.m.; and magician Kelvin Chun at 7 p.m.; free. 586-3510.
"A Cazimero Christmas," with Robert and Roland Cazimero, Leina'ala Heine Kalama and Royal Dance Company, and Halau Na Kamalei, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; also featuring guest Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom; repeats Dec. 7-8 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.; $22.50*-$40*. 528-0506.
• Honolulu City Lights, daily through Jan. 1, Honolulu Hale and surrounding areas; also: indoor tree and wreath exhibits, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (except New Year's Eve), Honolulu Hale courtyard; free. 523-4385.
• Pearlridge Express, a train ride for keiki up to 4 feet tall, Pearlridge Center Uptown; continues during mall hours, through Jan. 2; $3. 488-0981.
MUSIC
• Violin Recital, with Sandy Ching and Winnine Ching, students of Ignace Jang, 1:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 956-8742.
• Na Keiki O Manana, holiday music, 7:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
• Young Composers' Symposium, 8 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; performances and discussion of works in progress by UH composition students; free. 956-8742.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11:15 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.
STAGE
James Joyce's "The Dead," by Richard Nelson and Shaun Davey, presented by Hawai'i Pacific University, 7:30 p.m., HPU Theatre; repeats at Dec. 7-8 at 8 p.m., and Dec. 9 at 4 p.m.; $14*. 375-1282.
"Ola Ka Lau," by Kimo Armitage, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats Dec. 7-8 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.; $15*. 536-4441.
"Annie," a musical presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at Dec. 7 and 13-14 at 8 p.m.; Dec. 9 and 16 at 4 p.m.; and Dec. 8 and 15 at 3 and 8 p.m.; $10*-$40*. 733-0274.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Alakea Christmas Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1100 Alakea Plaza; free admission. 521-8865.
• Downtown Christmas Faire, a fund-raiser for Hawai'i Heritage Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Amfac Center and Fort Street Mall; quilts, cookies, plants, jewelry, pottery and more; continues Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; free admission. 521-8941.
• World Art Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Art Center at Linekona (a new location this year); handcrafted baskets, masks, ceramics, textiles, folk art, ethnic fashion and jewelry from around the world; continues 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 8 and 1-5 p.m. Dec. 9; proceeds will support Honolulu Academy of Arts programs; free admission. 532-8700.
MIXED BAG
• U.S. Air Force Day, 7:30 a.m.12:30 p.m., USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center; featuring the U.S. Air Force Band, UH Air Force ROTC and Drill Team, U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific Hawaii and more; also, boat tours; part of the Pearl Harbor 60th anniversary commemoration, continuing through Dec. 7; free. 422-2771.
• 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.
