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Posted on: Saturday, April 13, 2002

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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April 13

MUSIC

Royal Hawaiian Band, 11 a.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Na Keiki O Manana, songs from around the world, 1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Believe, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

Keali'i Reichel, premiere Hawai'i recording artist and kumu hula, 2 and 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra Pops concerts; $15-$55 (7:30 p.m. show sold out). 792-2000.

Junior Tubera, vocals, 2-3 p.m., Waikele Premium Outlets; free. 676-5656.

Na Uku Walaau, from Terry Brown 'Ukulele Studio, 3 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Voicemaster Voice Training School, 4-4:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

'Aiea High School Alumni and Community Association All Class Reunion Benefit Concert, with Vaihi, DisGuyz and more, 4:30 p.m., 'Aiea High School; $10*. 485-1183.

University of Hawai'i Percussion Ensemble, 6-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Wailana Serenaders, Hawaiian and contemporary with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Kona Winds Band, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

The Peabody Trio, presented by the University of Hawai'i, 8 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; free preconcert lecture, 7 p.m.; $24*. 956-6878, 956-8246.

Hawaiian Huricane's Spring Break Bikini Invasion, with Jamin Wong and the International Players, plus DJ and dancing, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., South Seas Village at Hawaiian Hut; for 18 and older; $10. 864-0951.

DANCE

Leeward Dance Performance Company, 1-2 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Greek Dance Workshop, with Joe Kaloyanides Graziosi from Massachusetts, 1-4 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $9. 521-2270.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Coline Aiu and Halau Hula O Maiki, 7-8 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

808 Teen Zone, an alcohol-free dance party, 7-10 p.m., Hawaii Convention Center; for ages 12-18; $5. 532-6752.

Swing Dance, with Hawaii Jitterbugs as host, 7-10 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $5. 545-7600.

New England Style Contra Dance, presented by Contra Dancers of Hawaii, 7-10:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College Chapel; $5*. 737-1887.

STAGE

"Harvey," a comedy presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.

"Fame: The Musical," presented by Castle Performing Arts Center, 8 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. April 19-20, and 2 p.m. Sunday, and April 21; $15*. 233-5626.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 4 p.m. Sunday; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

"Manoa, The Story of Kahalaopuna," a play based on a Hawaiian legend, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; repeats Thursday and April 19-20; $5. 455-0385.

"A Ricepaper Airplane," an epic tale that stretches from Korea to Hawai'i, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $5-$16. 536-4441.

"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 4 p.m. Sunday; $35*. 988-6131.

"You Can't Take It With You," a comedy about the zany Sycamore family, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Pacific University Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through May 5; $14*. Reservations: 375-1282.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Spring Craft Fair, with crafts, food and a silent auction, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Okinawa Center; free. 676-5400.

Fun Fair, with pony rides, bouncers and more, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ka'a'awa Elementary School; free; followed by Mele O' Ka'a'awa Benefit Concert with Ernie Cruz, 3-6 p.m.; $5. 581-8284.

Handcrafters and Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Park; repeats Sunday; free. 622-2508.

Kikaidamania '02 festival, with autographs, food and contests, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii; free. 836-0361.

Springtime Festival, with exhibits and entertainment, noon-5 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Sunday; free. 922-2299.

COMEDY

Frank DeLima in "Noodle Shop Days," 8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Ohana Reef Towers, Polynesian Palace; repeats Fridays; $19.50 includes two drinks. 923-7469, 922-6408.

NATURE

Exploring the Reef by Day, explore shallow reef and tidepool areas, 8-10:30 a.m., Waikiki Aquarium; for 5 and older; $10*. Register: 923-9741.

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

Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, 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 Sundays; free. 233-7323.

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

MIXED BAG

Luk Tung Keun Worldwide Association, movement class, 8-9 a.m. Saturdays, Kahala Mall; repeats Fridays; free. 732-7736.

All Breed Dog Show, hosted by the Windward Hawaiian Dog Fanciers' Association, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., King Intermediate School; repeats Sunday; free. 239-6693.

'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.

Meadow Gold Milk Carton Regatta, student and corporate challenges, 9 a.m., Ala Moana Beach Park; free. 543-3589.

"The Diamond Head Story," a 2-mile walking tour led by volunteers of The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, from the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo to the crater entrance; free. 948-3299.

YMCA Healthy Kids Day, with contests and family activities, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., West O'ahu Family YMCA; free. 625-1040.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

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.

Open House, with tours, safety information, 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays through April 27, Richard H. Hagemeyer Pacific Tsunami Warning Center; observing Tsunami Awareness Month; repeats Fridays through April 26; free. 689-8207, Ext. 300.

Connect @ the Library! with crafts, games and entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ward Warehouse; part of National Library Week; free. 593-2376.

Prevent Child Abuse Hawaii, teddy bear donation drive, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Auto Racing, drift session, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Raceway Park; $10 drifters, $5 spectators. 551-1164.

Children's Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.

Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

Keiki Storytime, with Winnie the Pooh, 11 a.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

Funtakes, make popsicle stick picture frames, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

Book and Video Sale, presented by the Honolulu Gay and Lesbian Cultural Foundation and Film Festival, 11 a.m.-

p.m., Hula's Bar and Lei Stand; free admission. 941-0424, Ext. 18.

World Class Wedding Exposition, with fashion shows, exhibitors and prizes, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Hawaii Convention Center; $6. 943-1067.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 1-5 p.m. Saturdays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

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

Japan International Karate-Ki Center, self-defense demonstration, 2:30-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food and entertainment from 4 p.m., and the animated film "Atlantis: The Lost Empire" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.

Queen's Tour, east Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays; meet at the Visitor Information Station at Kalakaua and Kapahulu; repeats 9-11 a.m. weekdays; free. 841-6442.

Historic Hawai'i Foundation Wine Tasting, plus an exhibit of vintage aloha shirts, 6-9 p.m., C. Brewer Building; $50*. Reservations: 523-2900.

Balderdash Game Night, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 7 p.m.; $15 includes pupu. For details or reservations: 524-2712.

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

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April 14

MUSIC

Fong Piano Studio, keiki piano recital, 10 a.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater stage; free. 593-2376.

Maria Laurer Vocal Studio, 1-2 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

"Malama e Na Kupuna: A Benefit Concert for Lunalilo Home," with Ho'okena, Melveen Leed and others, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; presented by the State Council on Hawaiian Heritage; $35*. 528-0506.

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

E Kui Lima! — Join Hands, Hawaii Youth Symphony spring concert,

p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $10*. 941-4706.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

DANCE

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

Halau O' Hanauna Kuualoha, Polynesian, Hawaiian, Tahitian and Maori dance performance, noon-12:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Salsa/Mambo Dance Workshop, with host Minnie Ruiz, 2-3 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; free. Register: 926-8037.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Leimomi Ho and Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula, 7-8 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"Fame: The Musical," presented by Castle Performing Arts Center, 2 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. April 19-20, and 2 p.m. April 21; $15*. 233-5626.

"The Princess and the Iso Peanut," a local pidgin musical/comedy, 2 p.m., Ke'elikolani Theatre, Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus; repeats 7 pm. April 19 and 26, and 2 p.m. April 21 and 28; $5. 842-8496.

"A Ricepaper Airplane," an epic tale that stretches from Korea to Hawai'i, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; $5-$16. 536-4441.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 4 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 4 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; $35*. 988-6131.

"You Can't Take It With You," a comedy about the zany Sycamore family, 4 p.m., Hawai'i Pacific University Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through May 5; $14*. Reservations: 375-1282.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Handcrafters and Artisans Alliance Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Park; free. 622-2508.

Springtime Festival, with exhibits and entertainment, noon-5 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

NATURE

'Aiea Ridge, a 12-mile advanced hike along narrow ridges, 8 a.m., 'Iolani Palace; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2. 488-4419.

Honouliuli Preserve Hike, interpretive hike along the 'Ekahanui Loop Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; presented by The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i; $5*. Reservations: 537-4508, Ext. 220.

Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, 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; free. 233-7323.

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

MIXED BAG

29th Year Training for the Honolulu Marathon, a nine-month program led by Dr. Jack Scaff, 7:30 a.m. Sundays, Kapi'olani Park; free. 531-9930.

All Breed Dog Show, with the Windward Hawaiian Dog Fanciers' Association as host, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., King Intermediate School; free. 239-6693.

Diamond Head Lighthouse Walk, a 2-mile stroll presented by The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon Sundays, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; free. Register: 948-3299.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

Brunch on the Beach, with food booths and entertainment including headliner Henry Kapono, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Kuhio Beach; free admission. 523-2489, 923-1094.

Korean Centennial, with cultural demonstrations and performances, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Daiei Kaheka; repeats 11 a.m.-7 p.m. April 20, Daiei Waipahu; free. 973-6655.

"I Love Kailua" Town Party, with "A Taste of Kailua," entertainment and more, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., parking lot behind First Hawaiian Bank; $3*. 262-9479.

Founder's Day Celebration, a 75th birthday bash with entertainment, games, exhibits and more, noon-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; free. 532-8700.

Hawaiian Railway Train Rides, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Sundays, 'Ewa Town, 91-1001 Renton Road; narrated 90-minute round-trip ride to Kahe Point; $8*. 681-5461.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays; $6*. 947-3393.

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

Beer Tasting, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 4-7 p.m.; $35 includes pupu. For details or reservations: 524-2712.

"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food and entertainment from 4 p.m., and "Jurassic Park III" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.

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April 15

MUSIC

Iolani School Stage Band, noon-12:45 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Drum Joy! Class, 3-5 p.m. Mondays, Atherton YMCA; learn basic hand-drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Chamber Music Hawai'i Spring Wind Quintet, with selections from Brahms, Schuller and Jolivet, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts, The Academy Theater; $15*. 524-0815, Ext. 245.

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

University of Hawai'i Symphony Orchestra, Winter 2002 concert with guest artists and conductor Frederick Lau, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $10*. 956-8742.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays, International Market Place food court stage; repeats Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"When She Says No," presented by the Sex Abuse Treatment Center, 9 a.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Student Services Center Room 412; free. 535-7600.

"Musubi Man," an adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Sandi Takayama's picture book, 3 p.m., Waipahu Public Library; recommended for 3 and older; free. 675-0358.

MIXED BAG

Pali Momi Health Screening, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Kalia Tour, west Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Bishop Museum in Hilton Hawaiian Village Kalia Tower; repeats 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays; free. 841-6442.

Queen's Tour, east Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-11 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, Bishop Museum; lessons $5, plus the cost of materials (spectators free); museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 842-6541.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

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

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m. weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

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

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517). Also: 5:30-8 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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April 16

MUSIC

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Thursdays; free. 535-6500.

Patrick Ball, Celtic harp and story, 1 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 622-6345.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Drum Joy! Classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1007 Waimanu St.; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.

Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Ward Warehouse; beginners welcome; free. 262-7441.

"Tales of Middle Eastern Dance," by Shakira Dancers of the Middle Eastern Dance Artists, 6:45 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 622-6345.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"Little Red Riding Hood," presented by Hawaii Opera Theatre's Opera Express, 6:30 p.m., Hawai'i State Library; part of National Library Week; free. 596-7372, Ext. 18.

NATURE

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

MIXED BAG

'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.

Queen's Tour, east Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-11 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, Bishop Museum; lessons $5, plus the cost of materials (spectators free); museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 842-6541.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

Mission Houses Museum Tours: Visitors Center and Ka Hale La'au at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Ka Hale Pa'i and Ka Hale Kamalani at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $10* ($9* kama'aina) per tour or $15* ($14* kama'aina) for double tours. 531-0481.

Children's Craft and Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Barnes & Noble; free. 737-3323.

Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Borders Waikele; repeats 11 a.m. Saturdays; free. 676-6698.

Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns, more, 10:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; free. 734-8018.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m. weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981). 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.

Hawaii Opera Theatre Opera Reading Program, 6:30 p.m., Hawai'i State Library; free. 596-7372.

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April 17

MUSIC

Dan Del Negro, jazz, R&B and contemporary, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park; part of the Mayor's Aloha Music Break; free. 527-5666.

Foothill and Amador Valley High School Band, 4-5 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Patrick Ball, Celtic harp and story, 6:30 p.m., Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 831-6831.

Walter Carvalho, slack-key, 6:30 p.m., Kane'ohe Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 233-5676.

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

"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 8 p.m. Wednesdays, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Fridays; free. 931-2655.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, International Market Place food-court stage; repeats Mondays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.

Line Dance Lessons, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Pearlridge Center Downtown; free. 488-0981.

Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Kailua District Park pavilion; free. 262-7441.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"Musubi Man," an adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Sandi Takayama's picture book, 3 p.m., Pearl City Public Library; recommended for 3 and older; free. 453-6566.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Raffle 2002 and Craft Fair, sponsored by the Hawaiian Entrepreneur Club, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College 'Ohi'a Cafeteria; free. 739-1065.

MIXED BAG

Luk Tung Association, stretch, aerobics and flexibility exercise program, 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, Windward Mall Center Court; free. 235-1143.

'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. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.

Queen's Tour, east Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-11 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, Bishop Museum; lessons $5, plus the cost of materials (spectators free); museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 842-6541.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

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. weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 3-9 p.m. Wednesdays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

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

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

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MUSIC

Patrick Ball, Celtic harp and story, 10:30 a.m., 'Aina Haina Public Library; also, 6:30 p.m., Hawai'i Kai Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 377-2456, 397-5833.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Tuesdays; free. 535-6500.

Ho'okani Pila!, outdoor concert with George Kuo and Ray Sowders, 5-7:30 p.m., Mission Houses Museum; also, Nainoa Thompson to speak 7 p.m. April 19; free admission. 531-0481.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays; free. 922-2299.

Hawaii Chamber Orchestra Society Cameo Concert, presenting "The Mikado," a comic opera in two acts, 7:30 p.m., Unity Church of Hawaii; repeats April 19; $15*. 734-0397.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays, International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.

Polynesian Cultural Center, Polynesian music and dance, noon-1 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Windward Mall; free. 247-4769.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

Na Kama'o La'akona, Hawaiian dance and Polynesian music presented by Campbell High School, 7-8 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

The Open Salsa Amateur Dance Competition, semifinals, part of the first anniversary of "Salsa After Dark," 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Rumours Night Club; for 21 and older; $5. 941-5216.

STAGE

"Date with Death," mystery dinner theater in which the audience solves the puzzle, doors open 7 p.m., show begins 8 p.m., Dave & Buster's; $42.70 includes tax and tip. 589-2215.

"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," benefiting Jamarama School for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. April 19-20, and 2 p.m. April 21; $15-$40. 528-0506, 561-1412, 226-8539.

"You Can't Take It With You," a comedy about the zany Sycamore family, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Pacific University Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and

p.m. Sundays through May 5; $14*. Reservations: 375-1282.

"Heresy," presented by Cruel Theatre, 8 p.m., Church of the Crossroads; repeats April 19; $12*. Reservations: 523-1004.

"Manoa, The Story of Kahalaopuna," a play based on a Hawaiian legend, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; repeats April 19-20; $5. 455-0385.

"Peer Gynt," exploring the constant search for individualism, 8 p.m., Maile Performing Arts Theater, Kapi'olani Community College; repeats 8 p.m. April 19-20, and 6 p.m. April 21; no children under 5; $5. 734-9225.

NATURE

Holoholo to Waimanalo, tour a native plant nursery, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Dennis Kim's nursery.; presented by Lyon Arboretum; $8*. 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. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.

Kalia Tour, west Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Bishop Museum in Hilton Hawaiian Village Kalia Tower; repeats 9-11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays; free. 841-6442.

Queen's Tour, east Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-11 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-11 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.

Hawaiian Quilting with Nalani Goard, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays, Bishop Museum; lessons $5, plus the cost of materials (spectators free); museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 842-6541.

Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.

"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.

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.

Christy Lipps, puppeteer, 10:30 a.m., Manoa Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 988-0459.

Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m. weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.

Magic @ Your Library, with The Amazing Roy Matsuda, 3 p.m., 'Aiea Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 483-7333.

Cathy Song, poetry reading, 6:30 p.m., Hawai'i State Library Courtyard; part of National Library Week; free. 586-3500.

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