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Posted on: Friday, October 12, 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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Oct. 12

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.

• Dick Jensen, contemporary, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.

• Polynesian Cultural Center presents a torch-lighting ceremony and Polynesian music and dance, 6-6:45 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 922-2299.

• Daniel Ho with Andrea Tukuafu, contemporary, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.

• Class Act, students in performing arts, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Fridays; free. 488-0981.

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

Elan in concert, rock/reggae, at World Cafe; doors open at 10 p.m.; repeats Saturday; $7 for 21 and older, $15 under 21. 599-4450.

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 the Moana Chang Trio and Aloha Boat Days Dancers, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

• "Oli no na Mea Oli, Oli no na Mea Ho'opa'a," a lecture, by Pualani Kanahele, introducing traditional olioli (nondance chant styles) and Nipolo 'Aiha'a (dance chants) that are appropriate to hula Pele, 7-9 p.m., Center for Hawaiian Studies, 2645 Dole St.; free. Register: 973-0979.

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.

"Rome + Jewels," a hip-hop version of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," featuring Rennie Harris' PureMovement company from Philadelphia, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the show contains strong language and may not be suitable for young audiences; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and at 4 p.m. Sunday; $25*. 455-0385.

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.

STAGE

• "That Rascal Berlin," a musical on the life of Irving Berlin, presented by Kalihi's T-Shirt Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School auditorium; repeats Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m.; $5. Alliance for Drama Education, 732-0153.

"Much Ado About Nothing," Shakespeare comedy presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 8 p.m., Kennedy Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday (the matinee will be signed for the hearing impaired); $12*. 956-7655, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday and at 4 and 8 p.m. Sunday; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain Friday and Saturday, at an additional cost.) The 8 p.m. performance Sunday will be a benefit for Hawaii Community Foundation's Sept. 11 Fund; $50. 988-6131.

"Edmond," David Mamet's Obie Award-winning play, presented by the University of Hawai'i-Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance, 10:45 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre, UHM; for mature audiences only; repeats at 10:45 p.m. Saturday; post-show rap with the director and performers on Friday only; $7*. 956-7655.

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.

• Aloha Festivals Downtown Ho'olaule'a, 6:30-10 p.m., along Bishop Street, from Beretania Street to Aloha Tower Marketplace; with food, lei vendors, crafts, Keiki Fun Zone, and entertainment by Na Leo, Maunalua, Sean Na'auao and the Poi Pounders, Ho'onu'a, Kapena, Keahiwai, Native Roots hula halau and others; free admission (purchase of a $5 Aloha Festivals ribbon is suggested). 589-1771.

Oktoberfest, with German food and drinks, music by the Edelweiss Band, dancing and prize drawings, 6 p.m.-1 a.m., Hibiscus Ballroom, Ala Moana Hotel; repeats 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday and 5-11 p.m. Sunday; $8* ($5* on Sunday). 955-4811.

• 62nd Annual Show and Plant Sale, presented by Honolulu Orchid Society, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free admission. 591-2211.

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.

"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.

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, 4-10 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. weekdays, 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.

• Family BINGO, 6:30-7 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; repeats Fridays; free. 625-5233.

• King's Jubilee and Fireworks, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:45 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; aerial fireworks at 8 p.m.; repeats Fridays; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.

Ghosthunters Bus Tour, 7:15 p.m.-midnight; visit the haunted sites of O'ahu, including Morgan's Corner; repeats at 7:15 p.m.Saturday, Oct. 19 and 26-27; $30. Register: Honolulu TimeWalks, 943-0371.

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Oct. 13

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.

• Christian Music Showcase, with Isaac and Rhonda Spells, Sam Kapu III and a CD release celebration of Jan Brenner's new CD "Trust Him," noon, Ward Warehouse amphitheater; free. 256-7586.

Honolulu Music Fest with Stephen Bishop, international recording artist and composer, 2:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Shell; other performers include Jimmy Borges and his Jazz All-Stars, Martin Pahinui, George Kuo, Kawika Kahiapo, 3 Scoops, Frank DeLima, Honolulu, Quintinn Holi, and others; $17.50-$37.50. 833-0056, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

• Grand Opening Concert at the Corn Maze in Kapolei, presented by KCCN FM 100, 6 p.m., Aloun Farms; featuring Dita Holifield and Ellsworth Simeona, DisGuyz, FortÚ, Tiny Tidani and Tino; The Honolulu Advertiser is a sponsor; free. 677-9412.

Na Leo Dance Party, Ko'olau Golf Club Grand Ballroom; dinner at 6 p.m.; Na Leo concert and dancing at 8 p.m., $25 ($20 advance). 236-4653, ext. 246.

• Koa, 6-7 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

• Na Hua Kukui, Hawaiian, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Elan in concert, rock/reggae, at World Cafe; doors open at 10 p.m.; $7 for 21 and older, $15 under 21. 599-4450.

DANCE

Hula Workshops, featuring "Elements of Choreography" with kumu hula Nalani Kanaka'ole and "Oli Nipolo" with Pualani Kanahele and Kaipo Frias, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Center for Hawaiian Studies, 2645 Dole St.; $35. Register: 973-0979.

Jazz Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 960 Ahua St.; repeats Saturdays; $10. 734-7882.

• Hula Halau 'O Leolani, 11 a.m.-noon, Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

• 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.

• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Halau Ke Kia'i A O Hula, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

'Aha Mele IV, fourth annual concert presented by Halau o ke 'A'ali'i Ku Makani and kumu hula Manu Boyd, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; also featuring Ho'okena, and Kahikina; $20 and $25. 528-0506.

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.

STAGE

"Beauty & the Beast," by Bret Fetzer, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 1:30 and 4:30 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats Oct. 21 at Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; and Oct. 28 at Ronald Bright Theatre at Castle High School; all performances at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m.; the 4:30 p.m. show on Oct. 28 will be signed for the hearing impaired; recommended for ages 7 and older; $10*. 839-9885.

"Much Ado About Nothing," Shakespeare comedy presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 8 p.m., Kennedy Theatre; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday (signed for the hearing impaired); $12*. 956-7655, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 4 and 8 p.m. Sunday; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before curtain on Saturday at an additional cost.) The final performance will be a benefit for Hawaii Community Foundation's Sept. 11 Fund; $50. 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• 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.

• A Day at Queen Emma's Summer Palace, annual fund-raiser for the Daughters of Hawai'i, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., on the grounds of Hanaiakalama, Queen Emma's mountain retreat, 2913 Pali Highway, Nu'uanu; Native Hawaiian plant sale, Hawaiian entertainment, food and more; $3*. 595-6291.

• Pacific Handcrafters Guild 27th Annual Fall Crafts & Fine Arts Festival, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Kapi'olani Park; continues 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 254-6788.

• Solar Festival, sponsored by Hawaiian Electric Company, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; with games, entertainment, displays and seminars; free. 625-5233.

Psychic Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; fees vary. 625-5233.

• Rubber Stamp Expo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Center Hawai'i Suites; $2 (free gift for the first 200 paid customers). 530-3325 (pager).

• 62nd Annual Orchid Show and Plant Sale, presented by Honolulu Orchid Society, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; continues 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; free admission. 591-2211.

• Windward Mall Family Festival and HFD Fire Prevention Week Celebration, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Windward Mall; featuring demonstrations by the Honolulu Fire Department, interactive activities, keiki games, the Ronald McDonald Imagination Show (2 p.m.), and entertainment by HFD's Fire House Band and Hula Halau O Nawahine; free. 235-1143.

Oktoberfest, with German food and drinks, music by the Edelweiss Band, dancing and prize drawings, 6 p.m.-1 a.m., Hibiscus Ballroom, Ala Moana Hotel; repeats 5-11 p.m. Sunday; $8* ($5* on Sunday). 955-4811.

NATURE

"Spooky Spiders," for ages 5 and up, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; search the forest for spiders, learn about their homes and habits, and make your own spider mask for Halloween; $14* per adult/child team. Register: 955-0100.

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

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

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

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

MIXED BAG

• "The Diamond Head Story," a 2.5-mile walking tour led by volunteers of The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, from the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo to the crater entrance; repeats Saturdays; $5*. 948-3299.

• "A Little Bit of Luxury," 9:30 a.m.-noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; with makeovers, massages, giveaways, a performance by Na Leo and autograph signing (1:15-2:15 p.m.) by "Port Charles" star Jon Lindstrom, who plays Dr. Kevin Collins in the daytime drama; the event celebrates Oceanic Cable's expanded basic lineup of programming, which includes the 24-hour SoapNet; free. 955-9517.

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. weekdays, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 28; $8*. 677-9412.

• Parade of Homes, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at various home sites on O'ahu and Maui; continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; free. Building Industry Association of Hawaii, 847-4666.

• 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.

• 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.

• Pearlridge's Keiki Celebration, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown; face painting, balloon artists, arts and crafts, and more; free. 488-0981.

• Kahala Mall's Job Fair, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the mall; free. 732-7736.

Drift Session, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawaii Raceway Park; vehicles will make a single pass through a road course while attempting to "drift" (slide by losing rear-wheel traction while achieving maximum oversteer) around turns; driver's license required; repeats Nov. 10; $10 drivers, $5 spectators. 551-1164.

• Keiki Fun Day at Pearlridge, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; games, balloons and other keiki activities; free. 488-0981.

• Radio Remote, with live broadcast on KSSK, Star 101.9 and Island Rhythm, noon-6 p.m., Kahala Mall; games, prize giveaways and more; free. 732-7736.

• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 1 p.m. at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. at Windward Mall, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, and 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

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.

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

• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats Saturdays, and 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays; free. 841-6442.

Hawaii Coronation XX: An Imperial Ball iæA Tribute to the Crown, at the 'Ilikai hotel; doors open at 6:30 p.m.; dinner 7 p.m., pageant at 8 p.m.; participating will be Mainland drag queens and title holders; dinner tickets are sold out; cocktails $30 ($25 advance). Reservations: 839-5612, 924-9049.

Ghosthunters Bus Tour, 7:15 p.m.-midnight; visit the haunted sites of O'ahu, including Morgan's Corner; repeats Oct. 19 and 26-27 at 7:15 p.m.; $30. Register: Honolulu TimeWalks, 943-0371.

• Aloha Boat Days ceremony for departing cruise ship, 9 p.m., Piers 9/10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; Hawaiian music and hula, streamers and more; repeats Saturdays; free. 566-2337.

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Oct. 14

MUSIC

• Jim Smart, acoustic guitar, 9-11 a.m., Koko Crater Coffee Roasters, Hawaii Kai Shopping Center; repeats Sundays; free. 393-2422.

• DisGuyz, contemporary, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

• Royal Hawaiian Band, Hawaiian with hula, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Sundays; free. 922-5331.

• Duchicela, music of the Andes, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Violinist Cho-Liang Lin and the Honolulu Symphony, with Samuel Wong conducting, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; the program will include Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major (featuring Lin), Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, and Dan Welcher's Spumanti; a Halekulani Classical MasterWorks series concert; repeats at 4 p.m. Tuesday; $15*-$55. 792-2000, 591-2211.

DANCE

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

"Rome + Jewels," a hip-hop version of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," featuring Rennie Harris' PureMovement company from Philadelphia, 4 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; the show contains strong language and may not be suitable for young audiences; $25*. 455-0385.

• Western Square and Round Dance Class at Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; class 6-8 p.m., club dance 7:30-9:30 p.m.; repeats Sundays; $4. 456-8465.

• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Ka Pa Ku Kaiaulu, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

"Sweat Your Prayers" class, with Shannon Simonelli, 7-9 p.m., third-floor dance studio at St. Andrew's Priory; repeats Sundays; $10. 956-8710.

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 Oct. 28. Hawaii Jitterbugs, 735-1054.

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

Hip-Hop Dance Classes for teens, 2-3 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Sundays; $10. 224-4777.

STAGE

"Much Ado About Nothing," Shakespeare comedy presented by University of Hawai'i-Manoa's Department of Theatre and Dance, 2 p.m., Kennedy Theatre; the show will be signed for the hearing impaired; final performance; $12*. 956-7655, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).

"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 4 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; $35*. (Also: Benefit performance at 8 p.m. for Hawaii Community Foundation's Sept. 11 Fund; $50.) 988-6131.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Waipahu Hongwanji Mission Bazaar, with craft and food items, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., on church grounds, 94-821 Kuhaulua St.; free admission. 677-4221.

• Craft Fair/Home Business Open House, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Moanalua Terrace Community Center, 1600 Radford Drive; free admission. 456-0776.

• Pacific Handcrafters Guild 27th Annual Fall Crafts & Fine Arts Festival, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park; free admission. 254-6788.

• Brunch on the Beach, with food booths and Hawaiian entertainment, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., on Kalakaua Avenue, between Ka'iulani and Lili'uokalani avenues; music by Royal Hawaiian Band and Na Leo; free admission; scrip sales begin at 9:30 a.m.; scrip leftover from prior months can also be used. Also: $25 Coupon Books include discounts at participating restaurants and hotels and $20 brunch scrips, with $5 going to the Hawaii Community Foundation Sept. 11/AUW Fund. 523-2489.

• 62nd Annual Orchid Show and Plant Sale, presented by Honolulu Orchid Society, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; free admission. 591-2211.

• Oktoberfest, with German food and drinks, music by the Edelweiss Band, dancing and prize drawings, 5-11 p.m., Hibiscus Ballroom, Ala Moana Hotel; $5*. 955-4811.

NATURE

"Daring Decomposers," a program for children ages 6-8, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; explore the forest and learn the importance of those critters; $14*. Register: 955-0100.

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

MIXED BAG

Diamond Head 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.

• Parade of Homes, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at various home sites on O'ahu and Maui; free. Building Industry Association of Hawaii, 847-4666.

• V-International's 4th Annual Ms. Petite and Miss Petite Teen Hawaii USA Pageant contestants will make appearances 11 a.m.-noon at Kahala Mall (732-7736), and 1-2 p.m. at Windward Mall (843-0883); both appearances will also feature the VIP Dance Co.; free.

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. weekdays, 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.

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

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Oct. 15

MUSIC

• Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 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, 6:30-7:30 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.

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

• Bake Sale, a Honolulu City & County Employees Federal Credit Union fund-raiser for The September 11 Fund, 8 a.m. until baked goods run out, 832 S. Hotel St.; free admission. 539-0146, 539-0156.

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.

• Keiki Monday, with a clown show, puppets, storytelling and more, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; repeats Mondays; free. 625-5233.

• Lei-making Lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

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.

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Oct. 16

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.

• Kahua, traditional Hawaiian and falsetto, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

• Lecture by maestro Samuel Wong, musical director of the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, 12:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; part of a lecture series presented by Initiatives in the Arts at Manoa (IAM); free. 956-8742.

Violinist Cho-Liang Lin and the Honolulu Symphony, with Samuel Wong conducting, 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; the program will include Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major (featuring Lin), Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, and Dan Welcher's Spumanti; a Halekulani Classical MasterWorks series concert; $15*-$55. 792-2000, 591-2211.

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.

• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

"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.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

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.

• Hawaiian Quilting with Poakalani, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hibiscus/Orchid Bridgeway, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

• 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.

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

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

• Juggling Workshop for students in grades 7-12, with Barry Chin, 2:30-3:30 p.m., McCully-Mo'ili'ili Public Library auditorium; free. 973-1099.

• Chess Class, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Tuesdays; free. 488-0981.

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Oct. 17

MUSIC

• Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 566-2337.

• Koa, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park, downtown Honolulu; free. 523-4674.

Swingin' Tradewinds Jass Band, swing and traditional jazz, 6 p.m., Officers' Club, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kane'ohe Bay; no cover charge; Mongolian barbecue available. 531-7511.

• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.

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, 6:30-7:30 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.; repeats Oct. 24; $4. 236-4082.

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

Taketina Classes, with Deborah Masterson, 7-9 p.m., Mo'ili'ili Community Center; make your own music by stepping, clapping and vocalizing; class meets every Wednesday, through Nov. 21; $45-$50 for the session. Register: 955-1555.

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.

Hip-Hop/Funk Dance Classes for children and adults, Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; $10 per hour. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.

STAGE

The Flying Fruit Fly Circus, a "blend of circus, dance, theater and tons of attitude," featuring performers ages 8-18, from Australia, opens at 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; opening night show is a fund-raiser for the Susan G. Komen Hawai'i Race for the Cure; $25. The show repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Oct. 19, 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 20, and 2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 21; $30*-$45*. 528-0506.

"Equus," by Peter Shaffer, presented by The Actors' Group, opens at 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; for mature audiences only (show includes nudity in one scene); repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Oct. 18-20, 25-27 and Nov. 1-3 and 8-10; and at 4 p.m. Oct. 21, 28 and Nov. 4 and 11; $10. 591-7999.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

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.

• Lei-making Lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

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.

• Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau mansion where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats weekdays; free. 922-5811.

8th Annual Gaelic Gala to benefit Comfort, Security, Independence (CSI), 5:30-9 p.m., Murphy's Bar & Grill; food, auction and more; $35. 538-0353.

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Oct. 18

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.

• Kanilau, Hawaiian with hula, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.

• "Folkin' It Up for Funds," a benefit concert featuring Nishelle Gonzales, Shelley Hartling, Pat Hayashi, Laura High, Shawna Soderstein, Denise Tajiri and Liza Williams, 6-9 p.m., Hemenway Theatre, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; proceeds to benefit the American Red Cross, the September 11 Fund and the American Friends Service Committee; $5. 945-5288 (KTUH).

• Acoustic Guitar Workshop with Beppe Gambetta and Dan Crary, 6:30 p.m., Kaka'ako Conference Room, Ward Warehouse; bring a canned food item for Hawaii Foodbank. 591-2910 (Island Guitars).

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.

• Country Line Dance Class, 6-8:30 p.m., Windward Mall; presented by Parents Without Partners; repeats Thursdays; free. 262-6442.

• Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.

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.

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

The Flying Fruit Fly Circus, a "blend of circus, dance, theater and tons of attitude," featuring performers ages 8-18, from Australia, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats at Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 20 at 2 and 8 p.m., and Oct. 21 at 2 and 7 p.m.; $30*-$45*. 528-0506.

"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 Oct. 18-20, 25-27 and Nov. 1-3 and 8-10 at 7:30 p.m.; and Oct. 21, 28 and Nov. 4 and 11 at 4 p.m.; $10. 591-7999.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

• Fall Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 1100 Alakea Plaza; clothes, jewelry, handbags and more; continues Oct. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; free admission. 521-8865.

• 37th Annual Food and New Products Show, with more than 400 exhibit booths, 5-10 p.m., Blaisdell Arena and Exhibition Hall; continues Oct. 19, 5-10 p.m.; Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; featuring food samples, product demonstrations, new autos (2002), crafts, home improvement products and services, plant and garden sale, sportscards, Xtreme Fun Rental Arcade, electronic equipment, entertainment, prize giveaways and more; $4*. 945-3594, 591-2211.

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.

• Hawaiian Quilting with Poakalani, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hibiscus/Orchid Bridgeway, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

Walking Tour of Historic Capitol District, presented by Mission Houses Museum, 10 a.m.; repeats Thursdays; $15. 531-0481.

• Men's March Against Violence, noon-2 p.m., Civic Center grounds; free. 523-4674.

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

• Aloha Boat Days ceremony for departing cruise ship, 4:30 p.m., Pier 10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; Hawaiian music and hula, streamers and more; repeats Thursdays; free. 566-2337.

• Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; 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.

"The Grand Opening Show," close-up and parlor magic by Master Magician Monty Witt, Harvey "Mr. O" Ouchi and Magic Storyteller Yona Chock, 7:30 p.m., Monty's Magic Theater, Suite 612, 1270 Queen Emma; repeats Oct. 19-20 at 7:30 p.m.; $12*. Reservations: 524-1791.

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