TGIF Weekend Calendar
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MUSIC
• Lei Hulu, Hawaiian, 10 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Polynesian Music and Dance, by Polynesian Cultural Center, 10-11:30 a.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; free. 922-2299.
• Royal Hawaiian Band, noon, Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
• Hawaii Loa Trio, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
• Diamond Serenaders, noon-2 p.m., Liberty House Kahala; free. 945-8144.
• "Sing With Inspiration" Karaoke Contest, with final round preliminaries at noon, followed by the finals at 2 p.m., Windward Mall; register at 11 a.m.; contestants must be 18 or older; free. 235-1143.
• Na Kupuna O Koolau, 1-2 p.m., Liberty House Windward Mall; free. 945-8144.
• Keahi Conjugacion Jazz Ensemble, 2 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Jason Sadang and Friends, contemporary Hawaiian, 4 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Tai Ji Men Goodwill Cultural Group will perform traditional Taiwanese dragon and lion dances, fan dances and more, 4:30-6 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 348-7837.
• Bruddah Francis from Maui, Island country, 5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• 'Ukulele Festival, with exhibits and 'ukulele performances, 5-9 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; featuring Roy Sakuma's 'Ukulele Kids at 5 p.m., Herb Ohta Jr. and Keoki Kahumoku at 6:30 p.m., Jake Shimabukuro at 7:30 p.m. and Colon at 8:15 p.m.; free. 922-2299.
• Aloha Festivals 2001 Mahalo Contest, featuring The Mana'o Company, 6 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Pacific Pride 2001, a concert featuring Jake Shimabukuro, Willie K, Makana, Kapena, Fiji, and Te Vaka, a Pacific/world fusion band from New Zealand, 6:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Kapono's, Aloha Tower Marketplace; proceeds to benefit Punana Leo o Kawaiaha'o, Hawaiian immersion preschool; for 21 and older; $15 ($12 advance); $25 VIP seating. 528-0506 (Hawai'i Theatre).
• Jason Sadang and Friends from Maui, contemporary Hawaiian, 7 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.
Chamber Music Trio i Steven Flanter on viola, James Moffitt on clarinet and Andria Fennig on piano i 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Public Radio's Atherton Performing Arts Studio; featuring works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alfred Uhl and Max Bruch; $15*. 955-8821.
Marco Rapetti, Italian pianist, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater; the program will feature music written a century ago, by Grieg, Ravel, Janacek, Debussy, Schmitt, Rachmaninoff, Balakirev and Skrjabin; $15*. 532-8700.
Doo Wop Hop, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; featuring five groups from the doo wop era (1950s-'60s): The Platters, The Cadillacs, The Penguins, The Marcels and The Toys; also, two dance floors; $25 and $35. 591-2211, 526-4400 (Ticket Plus).
Avalon, contemporary Christian, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; also featuring Greg Long and Junko; presented by Waikiki Beach Chaplaincy; $10-$35. 528-0506.
13th Annual Hawaii International Latin-Salsa Music Festival 2001, 8 p.m., Hawaiian Ballroom, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort; doors open at 7 p.m.; with Mystique, Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii Band featuring Cynthia Romero, Minnie Ruiz and Tony, and others; music, dancing, no-host bar; $25. 922-6611.
DANCE
• Introduction to Middle Eastern Dance, 10-11 a.m., Kapi'olani Women's Center; learn about the history of the belly dance, and watch a demonstration; free. 535-7000.
Jazz Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 960 Ahua St.; repeats Saturdays; $10. 734-7882.
• Halau Hula O Nawahine, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
• Autumn Matsuri, 5:30-10 p.m., Hawaii Okinawa Center, Waipi'o Gentry; food booths open at 4:30 p.m.; free admission. 676-5400.
• Iwalani School of Dance, dances of Hawai'i, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring students of The Joan S. Lindsey Hula Studio, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
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
• "Jekyll & Hyde" mini performance, 1 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. Diamond Head Theatre, 733-0274.
"Winnie-the-Pooh," Honolulu Theatre for Youth's production of stories by A.A. Milne, 1:30 and 4:30 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; recommended for ages 4 and up; repeats Sept. 23 and 29 at 1:30 and 4:30 p.m.; the 4:30 p.m. performance on Sept. 29 will be signed for the hearing impaired; $10*. 839-9885.
"My Fair Lady," by Army Community Theatre, has been rescheduled for Sept. 28-29; the Sept. 21-22 shows will proceed as usual at 7:30 p.m. at Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; $12* and $15*. 438-4480.
"Jekyll & Hyde," Hawai'i premiere of the Broadway musical, presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and Sept. 23 and 30; and at 8 p.m. Thursday and Sept. 21-22 and 27-29; $10-$40. 733-0274.
"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 4 p.m. Sunday and Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, and Sept. 26-27 and Oct. 3-4; and 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22, 28-29 and Oct. 5-6; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays.) 988-6131.
"A Language of Their Own," by Chay Yew, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., at Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St.; repeats at 2 p.m. Sunday and Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; and 8 p.m. Thursday and Sept. 21-22, 27-29 and Oct. 4-6; $15*. 536-4441.
"Loose Screws: Brains Over Bronze," celebrating the eighth anniversary of Loose Screws improvisational comedy, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats at 8 p.m. Saturday; $10 ($1 off if you bring something you'd someday like to have bronzed). 536-8047.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Super Garage Sale and Craft Fair, presented by Pearl Harbor's Morale, Welfare and Recreation, 8 a.m.-noon, Richardson Field, across from Aloha Stadium; baskets, furniture, Hawaiian crafts, candles and more; free admission. 473-0606.
• Aloha Festivals Floral Parade, 9 a.m., from Hobron Lane to the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; Aloha Festivals Family Fun Day to follow at Kapi'olani Park (see below); free. 589-1771.
• Kalihi-Uka Elementary Craft and Fun Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., on campus; free admission. 832-3310.
• 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.
• Plant, Baked Goods and Boutique Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Kuakini's Hale Pulama Mau Auditorium; free admission. 547-9184.
• 'Ahuimanu Elementary School Fun Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., on campus, Kane'ohe; entertainment, food, games, craft and plant sales, rock climbing, live and silent auctions, and more; free admission. 235-6346.
• Holoholo Hawaiian Style, featuring Hawaiian arts and crafts, orchid displays, quilt- and haku-making demonstrations and entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; continues Sunday; free admission. 396-0766.
• Aloha Festivals Family Fun Day, with a keiki carnival, Made With Aloha marketplace, live entertainment, food and more, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park; free admission. 589-1771.(The Honolulu International Bed Race Festival has been cancelled.)
• Palolo Pride Celebration, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Palolo Valley District Park; food, crafts, games, and entertainment by Ka'au Crater Boys, Pacific Island Band, Ooklah the Moc, Simplisity, Kalihi Kane, John Feary & Friends, Albert Ka'ai, Three Man Army and The Amosa Band; free admission. 738-0084.
• "The Art of Fashion," a Kahala Mall promotion with music, a fashion show, stage performances and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the mall; continues Sunday; free. 732-7736.
Psychic Fair, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Golden Phoenix, 1251-B S. King St.; fees vary. 593-1249.
Kama'aina Lu'au at the Village, with entertainment by Kapena and Olomana, 6-8 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; $18*. Reservations: 947-2607.
NATURE
Bird Walk, with ornithologist Sheila Conant, 8:30-10 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; the event will open with a brief lecture on Hawaiian birds; must be 10 or older; $10*. 988-0456.
Pu'u 'Ohi'a to Pauoa Flats Hike, a 3.5-mile hike led by Betty Nakamura; hike through bamboo, explore a volcanic crater and enjoy the view at the end of the trail; $9*. 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 Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
• 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
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, opens at 9 a.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
• Get a Drift and Bag It, annual clean-up effort, 9-11 a.m., Makapu'u Beach; free. Sea Life Park, 259-2512.
• "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.
• Homebuyers Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; informational booths on homebuilding, remodeling, landscaping and mortgage financing; food booths; and music by Olomana's Jerry Santos; The Honolulu Advertiser is a sponsor; free admission. 525-5542.
• Hawaii's WoodShow 2001, a showcase of Hawaii's handcrafted wood products, presented by Hawaii Forest Industry Association, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., at Pier 10, Aloha Tower; continues 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; free. 841-9495.
• 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.
• Second Annual Statewide Lei Contest Awards Ceremony, with music by Keahiwai, noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Taste of Aloha Fashion Show, presented by Windward Mall merchants and Windward Mall Teen Board, 1 p.m. at the mall stage; free. 235-1143.
Bark Park Annual Fund-raiser Charity Lunch, noon-2 p.m., at the Bark Park, corner of 18th Avenue and Diamond Head Road; also, entertainment, contests and more; dogs invited; $20. 737-7264.
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.
• 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.
Polynesian Voyaging Society fund-raiser honoring Myron B. "Pinky" Thompson, 5 p.m., Lanikuhonua, Ko Olina Resort; with Hawaiian music, food, a silent auction and a formal program; $250. Reservations: 536-8405.
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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.
• Cindy Combs will perform selections from her debut solo CD, "Slack Key Lady," 2 p.m., Borders Ward Centre (591-8995); and 4 p.m. at Borders Waikele (676-6698); free.
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.
"Sweet and Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen," featuring The Company Singers, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; singers include Chuck Anctil, Charles Degala, Cathy Foy, Galyn Kong, Katie Leiva, Andrew Meader and Andy Montague; repeats at 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; $15*. 988-6131.
DANCE
• Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; repeats Sundays; free. 955-9517.
• Israeli Folk Dance Party celebrating Rosh Hashanah, 1-4 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse ballroom; bring a potluck snack; $5. 373-2561, 674-8248.
• Ka Malama Kukui O Na'auao, hula, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; free. 566-2337.
• Halau Hula O Nawahine, 2 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Na Kama O La'akona, hula performance by Campbell High School students, 4-7 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; the Aloha Festivals Royal Court will make an appearance; free. 971-2080.
• Bradda Francis Koahou and Friends, Hawaiian country, 4 p.m., Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
• Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
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 Sept. 23. Hawaii Jitterbugs, 735-1054.
• Halau Hula O Namakahulali, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
STAGE
"The Debutante Ball," a comedy-drama by Beth Henley, adapted and directed by Vanita Rae Smith, has been rescheduled for Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. The Sept. 23 performance will proceed as usual at 2 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; part of Army Community Theatre's Sunday@2 Matinee Readers Theatre; $6. 438-4480.
"A Language of Their Own," by Chay Yew, presented by Kumu Kahua, 2 p.m., at Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St.; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday and Sept. 21-22, 27-29 and Oct. 4-6; and at 2 p.m. Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; $15*. 536-4441.
"Jekyll & Hyde," Hawai'i premiere of the Broadway musical, presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 4 p.m., at DHT; repeats at 8 p.m. Thursday and Sept. 21-22 and 27-29; and at 4 p.m. Sept. 23 and 30; $10-$40. 733-0274.
"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 4 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, and Sept. 26-27 and Oct. 3-4; 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22, 28-29 and Oct. 5-6; and 4 p.m. Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays.) 988-6131.
• "Feast of Ancient Culture," featuring the Tai Ji Men Goodwill Cultural Group performing traditional Taiwanese dragon and lion dances, fan dances and more, 7-9:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; free. 348-7837, 528-0506.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Holoholo Hawaiian Style, featuring Hawaiian arts and crafts, orchid displays, quilt- and haku-making demonstrations and entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hawaii Kai Towne Center; free admission. 396-0766.
• Dole Plantation Maze 3rd Birthday Bash, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Pineapple Garden Maze at 64-1550 Kamehameha Highway; entertainment by Hypersquad at 10 a.m., Na Leo Pilimehana at noon, The Firehouse Band at 1 p.m., Ka Hula O Ululani at 2 p.m. and Leilehua High School Band at 3 p.m.; also, food, keiki activities and more; special 2-for-1 maze admission ($4* kama'aina). 621-8408.
• Family Day, presented by Polynesian Voyaging Society, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Ko Olina Marina, Lagoon #4; voyaging canoes Hokule'a, Hawai'iloa, Makali'i, Mo'olele and E'ala will be available for on-board tours; also featuring entertainment, food, interactive activities and craft booths; free admission. 536-8405.
• Aloha Festivals 'Ohana Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; Hawaiian arts and crafts, entertainment, an appearance by the festival Royal Court, and more; free. 589-1771, 488-0981.
NATURE
• Family Fishing Day, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring hand-held poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
• 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.
"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.
• Hawaii's WoodShow 2001, a showcase of Hawaii's handcrafted wood products, presented by Hawaii Forest Industry Association, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at Pier 10, Aloha Tower; free. 841-9495.
• "Jan Ken Po," live TV taping of the trivia game with hosts Lanai and Augie, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
• "The Art of Fashion," a Kahala Mall promotion with music, a fashion show, stage performances and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the mall; free. 732-7736.
• Statewide Keiki Lei Contest Awards Ceremony, with music by Hawaii Loa, noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
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.
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MUSIC
• Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 566-2337.
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.
• 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.
"Sweet and Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen," featuring The Company Singers, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; singers include Chuck Anctil, Charles Degala, Cathy Foy, Galyn Kong, Katie Leiva, Andrew Meader and Andy Montague; repeats at 8 p.m. Tuesday; $15*. 988-6131.
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.
• Karla Akiona's Hula Halau, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; repeats Wednesday and Sept. 21; free. 922-4422.
• 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.
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.
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.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily (except Christmas) through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
• Keiki Monday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Town Center of Mililani; clown show, magic, balloons and more; 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.
• Lei-making demonstration by Auntie Hannah, 12:30-2 p.m., in the lobby of the Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; repeats Sept. 21, 9:30-11 a.m.; free. 739-8694.
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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; repeats Tuesdays; free. 566-2337.
• Waikiki Surf Serenaders, Hawaiian, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; repeats Thursday; free. 922-4422.
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.
"Sweet and Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen," featuring The Company Singers, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; singers include Chuck Anctil, Charles Degala, Cathy Foy, Galyn Kong, Katie Leiva, Andrew Meader and Andy Montague; $15*. 988-6131.
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, 7-8 p.m., Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace; repeats Tuesdays; $10. Register: 383-6817.
• Pua Mana, traditional and modern hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
• Line Dancing Lessons, for beginners, 6-8 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; presented by Parents Without Partners; repeats Tuesdays; free. 262-7441.
• Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; repeats Mondays through Thursdays; free. 843-8002.
"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.
STAGE
• Kati Kuroda, Hawai'i-born actress, and members of her creative team present an introduction of Japanese theater traditions, including kabuki, noh, bunraku and rakugo, 3 p.m., Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library; free. 831-6831.
NATURE
• Arboretum Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats Tuesdays and 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.
MIXED BAG
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20 * ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
• Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
"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.
• Lauhala weaving demonstration, 9:30-11 a.m., in the lobby of the Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; free. 739-8694.
• 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 Downtown; 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).
• Family BINGO, 6-6:30 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; win gift certificates and prizes; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 11:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays; free. 625-5233.
• "'Ano Lani, 'Ano Honua," i The World Hawaiian Spirituality, a lecture by Herman "Moke" Kupihea Wilson of Kaua'i, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hawaiian Hall, Bishop Museum; part of the museum's "Celebration of Kupuna" series; $5*. 848-4191.
• Star Gazing, with Barry Peckham of the Hawaii Astronomical Society, 7-9 p.m., Kahala Beach; presented by Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii, in celebration of Aloha Festivals; free. 739-8888.
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MUSIC
• Aloha Tower Marketplace Polynesian Revue, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 566-2337.
• 'Ukulele and Hula Lessons, 1-2:30 p.m., in the lobby of the Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; free. 739-8888.
• 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.
• "Musical History of Women in the 20th Century," a performance by Dr. Dorothy Marcic, 6-7 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; optional workshop/discussion to follow; doors open at 5 p.m.; presented by the Hawaii State Commission on the Status of Women and the Women's Health Month Committee; free. 586-5757.
• "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 7-7:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.
• Karla Akiona's Hula Halau, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel lobby; repeats Sept. 21; free. 922-4422.
Hawaiian Dinner Show, 5:30 p.m., Plumeria Beach CafÚ; dinner 5:30-9:30 p.m.; hula performance by kumu hula Sonny Ching's Halau Na Mamo O Pu'uanahulu, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; repeats Thursday; $38.75. Reservations: 739-8888.
• 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 pot luck, with Jennifer and Matthew Wong, 6:45-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; repeats Sept. 26; $4. 236-4082.
• Country Line Dance Lessons, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Wednesdays; free. 488-0981.
• Kaliko O Kapalai, hula, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
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
"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 7:30 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26-27 and Oct. 3-4; 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22, 28-29 and Oct. 5-6; and 4 p.m. Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays.) 988-6131.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
• Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in the lobby of the Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; free admission. 739-8888.
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.
"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.
• Feather Lei-making demonstration with Aunty Paulette Kahahepuna, 10-11 a.m., in the lobby of the Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; free. 739-8694.
• Cetacean Celebration, featuring Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii's resident dolphins, 10:30-11 a.m., at the hotel's Dolphin Lagoon; free. 739-8694.
• Lei-making Lessons, 11 a.m.-noon, Orchid Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
Junior Achievement fund-raiser luncheon, with actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa as guest speaker, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1-2:30 p.m., Outback Steakhouse in Hawai'i Kai; $25. Reservations required: 545-1777, ext. 14.
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.
• Family Night Storytelling Program, with Honolulu Theatre for Youth's Daniel A. Kelin II sharing stories from the Pacific Isles, 6:30 p.m., Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library; for ages 7 and older; free. 831-6831.
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MUSIC
• 'Ukulele Lessons, 10-11 a.m., Hibiscus Court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
• Kanilau, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace Atrium; repeats Thursdays; free. 566-2337.
Jake Shimabukuro, 'ukulele, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Pineapple Room, Liberty House Ala Moana; free for diners. Reservations: 945-8881.
4 "Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Waikiki Memories" theme, 7-7:30 p.m. daily, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats daily; free. 931-2655.
• "Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080.
DANCE
• Pleasant Hawaiian Hula Show, 10-11 a.m., Waikiki Shell; repeats Tuesdays through Thursdays; free. 945-1851.
Ballet Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10-11:30 a.m., 960 Ahua St.; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; $10. 734-7882.
Hawaiian Dinner Show, 5:30 p.m., Plumeria Beach CafÚ; dinner 5:30-9:30 p.m.; hula performance by kumu hula Sonny Ching's Halau Na Mamo O Pu'uanahulu, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; $38.75. Reservations: 739-8888.
• 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.
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.
STAGE
"Smokey Joe's Cafe," 1995 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, 7:30 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22, 28-29 and Oct. 5-6; 4 p.m. Sept. 23, 30 and Oct. 7; and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 26-27 and Oct. 3-4; $35*. (Buffet dinner available 90 minutes prior to curtain Wednesdays through Saturdays.) 988-6131.
"Jekyll & Hyde," Hawai'i premiere of the Broadway musical, presented by Diamond Head Theatre, 8 p.m., at DHT; repeats Sept. 21-22 and 27-29 at 8 p.m., and Sept. 23 and 30 at 4 p.m.; $10-$40. 733-0274.
"A Language of Their Own," by Chay Yew, presented by Kumu Kahua, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats at 8 p.m. Sept. 21-22, 27-29 and Oct. 4-6; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 7; $15*. 536-4441.
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.
"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.
• Hawaiian Quilting demonstration, 9:30-11 a.m., in the lobby of Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Hawaii; free. 739-8694.
• Hawaiian Quilting with Poakalani, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hibiscus/Orchid Bridgeway, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
