TGIF Weekend Calendar
April 20
MUSIC
Wheels of Steel Tour II, with Kutmaster Spaz spinning continuous music to raise canned good items for the Hawaii Foodbank, 8:30 a.m. at Kailua Foodland, 11 a.m. Hawaii Kai Foodland, 1:30 p.m. Beretania Foodland, 4 p.m. Stadium Sack 'n Save, 6:30 p.m. 'Ewa Beach Foodland; continues Sunday; free. 681-6301.
Ka'ala Boys, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
Winston Tan, 2 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
Cathy and Alton Waiamau, 2-2:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
Holy Family Catholic Academy Advanced and Show Bands, 4-5:30 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Pakalana Trio, Hawaiian 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.
Malia, 7-8 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Ron and Pete Band, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
Marian Choir, from the Philippines and Merveille Chorus Group, from Japan, performing Mendelssohn's "Elijah" with the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; part of the Hawai'i International Choral Festival; $12.50-$45. 792-2000.
Fresh, featuring Mary B., 8 p.m.-midnight, Waianae Beach Club; free. 696-4778.
KIPO Blues Night, with Jeff Said No! and Bubba Octane, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Don Ho's Island Grill; $7*. 955-8821.
Shaka JambŽ, Afro/Caribbean/world beat/funk, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Anna Bannana's; a smoke-free event; for 21 and older; $5. 259-6326.
DANCE
Modern Dance Workshop, with Rachel Berman, 10 a.m.-noon, University of Hawai'i-Manoa temporary dance building; repeats Sunday; $15* per class or $25* both. 988-2420.
"Inspiration! A Contemporary Dance Concert" with Honolulu Dance Studio, University of Hawai'i Rainbow Dancers, 3 and (with recording artist Tino of Tino and the Rhythm Klub) 6 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $15*. 478-4803.
"Rock My World," spring concert presented by N2 Dance, 6:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre; $15*. 292-1968.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Lilinoe Lindsey and Ka Pa Nani O Lilinoe, 7-8 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
New England Style Contra Dance, presented by Contra Dancers of Hawaii, 7-10 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $5*. 737-1887.
"Vamos A Bailar Salsa," with a dance exhibition, live Latin/salsa music and more, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Campus Center Ballroom; $10. 455-8234.
STAGE
"Musubi Man," an adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth on Sandi Takayama's picture book, 10:30 a.m., Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.
"Uncommon Sense: A Sensational New Play," a play about the five senses presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 4:30 and 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats 4:30 p.m. Sunday; donation. Reservations: 839-9885.
"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," benefiting Jamarama School for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $15-$40. 528-0506, 561-1412, 226-8539.
"To Kill A Mockingbird," presented by Punahou Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Punahou School, Dillingham Hall; repeats April 26-27; $6*. 943-3673.
"Fame: The Musical," presented by Castle Performing Arts Center, 8 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $15*. 233-5626.
"Manoa, The Story of Kahalaopuna," a play based on a Hawaiian legend, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; $5. 455-0385.
"Peer Gynt," exploring the constant search for individualism, 8 p.m., Maile Performing Arts Theater, Kapi'olani Community College; repeats 6 p.m. Sunday; no children under 5; $5. 734-9225.
"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.
COMEDY
Loose Screws, improv comedy, 8 p.m., All Star Hawaii; $10. 945-9700.
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.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Spring Art Festival, presented by the Artisans of Aina Haina, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 654 W. Hind Drive; free admission. 377-3571.
Technology Fun Fair, with interactive exhibits, job opportunity postings and more, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 539-3794, 625-5233.
Manoa Valley Craft Fair, crafts, food and fun, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Manoa Valley Church; free admission. 988-3271.
Spring Craft and Gift Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Manoa School; free admission. 595-6987.
Friends of the Mililani Library Book Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
Psychic Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
Star of the Sea Carnival, with a craft fair, baked goods, plant sale and more, 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Star of the Sea School; free. 841-5886.
"Wild Wild West," Iolani School's family fair with entertainment, book bazaar and more, noon-11 p.m., Iolani School baseball field; free admission. 943-2339.
NATURE
Upper Arboretum Hike, an intermediate hike in the upper valley, 8:30-10 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; wear hiking shoes; bring rain gear; $10*. Register: 988-0456.
Kulepeamoa Ridge Hike, a strenuous uphill hike in Niu for experts, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; wear long pants and sturdy footwear; bring lunch, water, raingear and sunscreen; presented by Lyon Arboretum; $10*. Register: 988-0456.
Jewelry in the Rough, turn seeds, flowers and pods into bracelets, necklaces and earrings, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; for 5 and older; $16* for each parent/child team. 955-0100.
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
Spring Garage Sale, fund-raiser for Hawaii Animal Sanctuary, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 603 Haha'ione St., Hawai'i Kai; free admission. 395-0023.
'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.
"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.
Explore Waimanalo Library Day, with book sale, entertainment, games and more, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Waimanalo Public and School Library; book sale repeats 1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday; free. 259-9925.
"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.
University of Hawai'i Community College Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
"How to Make a Ribbon Lei," with Shelaine Carvalho, 10:30 a.m., Waipahu Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. Register: 675-0358.
"The Modern Troubadour," with James McCarthy, 10:30 a.m., McCully-Moiliili Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 973-1099.
Children's Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.
Habilitat Lu'au, Auction and Benefit Concert, with Simplisity, Vaihi, Na 'Oiwi and others, 11 a.m., Windward Community College; $30*. Reservations: 235-3691.
Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
Deaf of the Pacific Rim Fashion Fair, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Tsunami Exhibit, observing Tsunami Awareness Month, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats noon-5 p.m. Sunday; free. 527-5490, 235-1143.
Korean Centennial, with cultural demonstrations and performances, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Daiei Waipahu; free. 973-6655.
"Waipahu Sunset in the Park," 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Hawaii's Plantation Village; with open market, food and entertainment, and the film "The World is Not Enough" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.
"Encore! Encore!" The Salvation Army's celebrity fashion show, 11:45 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; fashion boutique opens 9:30 a.m.; $40 includes lunch. Reservations: 988-2136.
"It Takes Two," fashion fun, noon, Kahala Mall; repeats 10 a.m. Sunday; free. 732-7736.
Hawai'i State Weightlifting Championship, sponsored by Team Hawaii, noon-2:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 973-9889, 235-1143.
National Astronomy Day, with Hawaiian Astronomical Society, 12:30-7 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
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.
Stories of Children, Wise, Bold and Foolish, with Vicky Dworkin and Janice Brenner, 2 p.m., Kailua Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 266-9911.
Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Barnes & Noble; repeats Sundays; free. 737-3323.
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.
Scavenger Hunt, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 5-8 p.m.; $15. For details or reservations: 524-2712.
"The Second Chance Prom," with silent auction, buffet dinner and music from the '50s, '60s and '70s, 5-11 p.m., Koolau Golf Club, Grand Ballroom; fund-raiser for Kailua High School's Project Graduation; $40 single, $75 couple. 526-1600, 261-7672, 263-4576.
Hawai'i Artists Respond to Cancer — A Windward Art Fest, with art sale, entertainment by guitarist Lee Eisenstein, Coconut Joe, the Skylarks barbershop quartet, silent auction and more, 6:30-10 p.m., Luana Hills Country Club; $50. Reservations: 262-5124.
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.
April 21
MUSIC
Wheels of Steel Tour II, with Kutmaster Spaz spinning continuous music to raise canned good items for the Hawaii Foodbank, 8:30 a.m., Kane'ohe Foodland, 11 a.m. Dillingham Foodland, 1:30 p.m. Wahiawa Foodland, 4 p.m. Mililani Foodland, 6:30 p.m. Waipio Foodland; free. 681-6301.
Believe, noon-1 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; free. 488-0981.
Moonglow, jazz, 1:30-2 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
Kaiser Surf Crew, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
Patrick Ball, Celtic harp and story, 2 p.m., Kaimuki Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 733-8422.
Royal Hawaiian Band, 2-3 p.m. Sundays, Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 922-5331.
Two in Time, Island sounds, 2:30-3 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
Ignace Jang, violin, 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; concert conversations one hour before performance; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; $15-$55. 792-2000.
Punahou Jazz and Advanced 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.
DANCE
Ala Moana's Keiki Hula Show, featuring Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Modern Dance Workshop, with Rachel Berman, 10 a.m.-noon, University of Hawai'i-Manoa temporary dance building; $15*. 988-2420.
"Passages," a Chinese dance concert featuring the Phoenix Dance Chamber, 2 and 7 p.m., McKinley High School auditorium; $15*. 734-6160, 988-2009 (Chinese).
Halau Hemakanamaikalani, 2-3 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Kapi'olani Ha'o and Halau Ke Kia'i A O Hula, 7-8 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Swing Dance, with Hawaii Jitterbugs as host, 7:30-10 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $5. 545-7600.
STAGE
Kids 4 Christ, variety show, 1:30 p.m., Ward Warehouse; free. 593-2376.
"Fame: The Musical," presented by Castle Performing Arts Center, 2 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; $15*. 233-5626.
"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," benefiting Jamarama School for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $15-$40. 528-0506, 561-1412, 226-8539.
"The Princess and the Iso Peanut," a local pidgin musical/comedy, 2 p.m., Ke'elikolani Theatre, Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus; repeats 7 p.m. April 26, and 2 p.m. April 28; $5. 842-8496.
Kim Keum-Hwa, South Korea's national shaman, performs the traditional prosperity ritual, Ch'ol Muri Kut, 4 p.m., Andrews Outdoor Theater; $15*. 956-6878, 956-3836.
"You Can't Take It With You," a comedy about the zany Sycamore family,
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.
"Uncommon Sense: A Sensational New Play," a play about the five senses presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 4:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; donation. Reservations: 839-9885.
"Peer Gynt," exploring the constant search for individualism, 6 p.m., Maile Performing Arts Theater, Kapi'olani Community College; no children younger than 5; $5. 734-9225.
"For Crying Out Loud! He's Talking to Himself Again: A Celebration of William Shakespeare's Birthday," with Terence Knapp, 6:30 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; free/donations accepted. 956-7655.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Psychic Fair, with the Blue Moon Readers, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Maunakea Marketplace; $10 for each 15 minutes. 486-7827.
NATURE
Pauoa Woods, a 6-mile intermediate hike along a mix of trails, 8 a.m., 'Iolani Palace; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2. 235-8330.
Native Plant Ho'ike, with a plant sale, workshop and more, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; free. 955-0100.
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
Strongest "Da Kine" Contest, benefiting Special Olympics Hawaii, 8 a.m., Kapi'olani Park; free. 943-8808.
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.
"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.
"It Takes Two," learn about tea, 10 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
Cut-A-Thon and Massage-A-Thon, Earth Day fund-raiser for Hawai'i Nature Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Malama Ala Moana or 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Malama Manoa; $25 haircuts, $1 per minute massages (10-minute limit). 988-0101.
"Waipahu Sunset in the Park," 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Hawaii's Plantation Village; with open market, food and entertainment, and "Field of Dreams" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.
"Clothes Minded: Spring Fashion Show," presented by the Apparel Product Design and Merchandising students at the University of Hawai'i-Manoa, 11:30 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki, Maui Ballroom; $25 includes lunch. 956-2244.
Tsunami Exhibit, observing Tsunami Awareness Month, noon-5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 527-5490, 235-1143.
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.
Hawai'i April Autism Awareness Month Festivities, with entertainment, art display and activities for children, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 286-1718, 537-5806.
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.
Pre-Earth Day Kava Jam and Fund-raiser, with live music, 4 p.m.-midnight, Hale Noa Kava Bar; benefiting Pacific Action Alliance; free. 947-8960, 735-4292.
Na Pua a Ke Ali'i Pauahi Fund-raiser, silent auction, dinner, entertainment by The Pandanus Club, O'Brien Eselu, Pai'ea, Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom and The Kamehameha Band of Stars, and more, 5:30 p.m., Kamehameha Middle School campus, Kalama Dining Hall; $25. Reservations: 538-6911.
April 22
MUSIC
Patrick Ball, Celtic harp and story, 2:30 p.m., Ewa Beach Public and School Library; also, 7 p.m., Mililani Public Library; part of National Library Week; free. 689-1204, 627-7470.
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.
Aloha Concert, presented by the University of Hawai'i Bands, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $10*. 956-7657.
North Indian Classical Music Concert, with Ross Kent playing sarod and Daniel Paul on tabla, 7 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10. 521-2903.
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
"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.
MIXED BAG
Mokichi Okada Association Health Activities, 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.
"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.
Earth Day Awareness Fair 2002, with guest speakers, entertainment and more, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Hemenway Hall; also, potluck and music jam, 8-10 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Energy House; free. 381-5660.
Book Sale, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Waimanalo Public and School Library; free. 259-9925.
Kim Keum-Hwa, South Korea's national shaman, lectures on Ch'ol Muri Kut, 4 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Center for Korean Studies Building; free. 956-7041.
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.
April 23
MUSIC
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.
Niu Valley Middle School Band, 7-7:30 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
Ignace Jang, violin, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; concert conversations one hour before performance; $15-$55. 792-2000.
Krishna Das, devotional music and chanting, 7 p.m., Sun and Moon Yoga Studio; $20*. 230-2288.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Polynesian Cultural Center Dancers, traditional songs and dances, 12:15-1 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace; free. 566-2337.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Ward Warehouse; beginners welcome; 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 on Sandi Takayama's picture book, 6:30 p.m., Kahuku Public Library; free. 293-8935.
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
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.
"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.
Bag Sale, fill a bag to the brim for $4 or $6, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., University of Hawai'i Thrift Shop; repeats noon-3 p.m. Thursday; free admission. 378-3795.
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.
Hawai'i Theatre Docent Tours, 11 a.m. Tuesdays; $5. 528-0506.
Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; free. 734-8018.
Kim Keum-Hwa, South Korea's national shaman, lectures on Ch'ol Muri Kut, 4 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Center for Korean Studies Building; free. 956-7041.
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.
Speed Dating, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 8-10 p.m., Emporium CafŽ; $7. 524-2712.
April 24
MUSIC
Ponticello, Southern California band, performs roots music fused with trip-hop, electronica and more, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park; part of the Mayor's Aloha Music Break; free. 527-5666.
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 2-3 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
University of Hawai'i Hawaiian Chorus and Hula and Chant Ensembles, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; $10*. 956-8742.
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Royal Hawaiian 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 on Sandi Takayama's picture book, 3 p.m., Liliha Public Library; free. 587-7577.
NATURE
Preschool Pirates, meet sea turtles, penguins and sea lions, 10-11:30 a.m., Sea Life Park Hawaii; for ages 1-5; $15 for parent and child (includes park admission). Register: 259-2512.
MIXED BAG
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.
"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.
Secretary's Day Lunch Buffet, with Rodney Villanueva, Makaha Sons and Mel Cabang, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Hotel, Pacific Ballroom; $30. Reservations: 944-6372.
Secretary's Day Luncheon, with Kapena, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda; $25. Reservations: 922-3111.
Secretary's Day Luncheon, with Ho'okena, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki, Mauna Kea Ballroom; $31. Reservations: 944-4438.
Secretary's Day Luncheon Show, with Frank DeLima, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom; $29 includes tax and tip. Reservations: 955-4811.
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.
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.
Clown-A-Rama, with balloon twisting, face painting and a magic show, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kalihi-Palama Public Library; free. 832-3466, 683-5262.
April 25
MUSIC
Mexican Musical Performance, with Luisa Zacarias, Gloria Garcia and Juan Santana celebrating Cinco de Mayo, 12:45-1:30 p.m., Leeward Community College, Eucalyptus Courtyard; free. 944-7784.
Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays; free. 922-2299.
I-Bei Lin, cello, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; $12*. 956-8742.
"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.
The Open Salsa Amateur Dance Competition, finals, part of the first anniversary of "Salsa After Dark," 9:30 p.m., Rumours Night Club; for 21 and older; $5. 941-5216.
STAGE
"Musubi Man," an adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth on Sandi Takayama's picture book, 2:30 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; free. 622-6345.
"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 4 p.m. Sundays through May 5; $14*. Reservations: 375-1282.
MIXED BAG
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.
"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.
Bag Sale, fill a bag to the brim for $4 or $6, noon-3 p.m., University of Hawai'i Thrift Shop; free admission. 378-3795.
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.
