TGIF Weekend Calendar
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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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SPECIAL EVENTS
Dragon Tales Live's "Missing Music Mystery," based on the PBS children's show, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; repeats 10:30 a.m., 2 and 5:30 p.m. Saturday, and 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday; $11, $15. 526-4400.
Brian Wilson, headlining the Honolulu Marathon Lu'au, doors open 5:30 p.m., show begins 7 p.m., Waikiki Shell; sold out. 734-7200.
"A Merry Christmas with Friends & Nabors," with Jimmy Borges, Karen Keawehawai'i, Philip Huber and Emma Veary, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday; $45, $55. 528-0506.
Perry Farrell, of Jane's Addiction, with Mark Lewis and DJ Von Shock, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older; $15*. 921-5800.
First Lesson: Breakbeat Science, with DJs Quartz, Reid Speed, Steddie and others, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., House of Hong; for 21 and older; $15*. dj808.com.
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
"Orrak's Christmas Around the World," puppet show, 9 a.m., Windward Mall; also, keiki make 'n' take crafts; free. 235-1143.
Christmas Angels, learn how to make a holiday centerpiece from dried plant materials, 9-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; $20* includes supplies. 988-0456.
Community Wreath-making, bring plant materials and greens, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143, 235-9101.
48th annual Festival of Trees, with "celebritree" auction, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Ward Warehouse; repeats 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $1*. 547-4397.
2002 Christmas Seals Gala, signature event of the American Lung Association of Hawai'i, with a silent auction, no-host cocktails and banquet, 5:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; $150. 537-5966, ext. 304.
Maccabean Shabbat, candle-lighting and evening services, 5:30 p.m., Waikiki Terrace Hotel; followed by traditional Shabbat dinner; $25*. 735-8161.
Christmas Tree-lighting Ceremony, followed by a special holiday King's Jubilee program and fireworks, 6 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-4321.
Christmas Tree-lighting Festivities, with Bruce Shimabukuro's 'Ukulele Essence, 6:15-7:30 p.m., Market City Shopping Center; free. 734-0282.
Holiday Magic Show, with professional magicians, 7:30 p.m., Monty's Magic Theater; $18*. Reservations: 524-1791.
CONCERTS
Na Kupuna Night, with Bill Kaiwa, Joe Recca and others, doors open 5:30 p.m., show begins 6:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Court; $35. Reservations: 922-3111.
'Ohana Concert, with Sean Na'auao, 6:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
Honolulu Chorale's International Christmas Concert, with Butik Batok school choir from Singapore, 7 p.m., Nuuanu Congregational Church; free. 538-0196.
Toys for Tots Collection and Winter Concert, with Kaimuki Middle School Band, 7 p.m., Kaimuki High School auditorium; also, toy collection, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; free. 255-4087.
Aulos Ensemble, with vocalist Julianne Baird, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; also, free meet-the-artist session, 6:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i Music Building, Room 36; $24*. 956-6878, 956-3836.
"Christmas Around the World," with Hawai'i Pacific University's International Chorale and Vocal Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; free. 544-1127.
Christmas Concert, music, song and dance presented by the Kamehameha Schools Kapalama campus performing arts department, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats 4 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday; free. 842-8495.
DANCE
2002 Fall Dance Concert, presented by Mid-Pacific Institute's School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute, Bakken Auditorium; repeats Saturday; $15. 973-5071.
"Circus X," a Castle Dance Force Production, 8 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Saturday, and Dec. 13-14, and 4 p.m. Sunday; $12*. 235-5141.
STAGE OPENINGS
"A Christmas Carol," Charles Dickens' classic, 7 p.m., Mililani Presbyterian Church; repeats Saturday; free. 623-6663.
"The Star of Bethlehem: The Magi's Story," astronomical theories of what the Magi may have seen in ancient times, 7 and 8 p.m., Windward Community College, Hokulani Imaginarium; repeats 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 13-14, and 20, and 11 a.m., 7 and 8 p.m. Dec. 21; $5*. 235-7433.
"Kyogen: Laughter for All Time," a collection of three short comedies, 8 p.m., Kennedy Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Saturday, Thursday, and Dec. 13-14, and 2 p.m. Dec. 15; also, special pre-show demonstrations, 7 p.m. Saturday, and Dec. 14; $12*. 956-7655, 526-4400.
"The Sound of Music," beloved musical love story about a governess and a widowed naval captain, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 22; also, matinees 3 p.m. Dec. 14 and 21; also, extended 8 p.m. Dec. 27-28, and 4 p.m. Dec. 29; $10-$40*. 733-0274.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Annual Christmas Art Sale, with glass, ceramics and prints, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., University of Hawai'i Art Building; repeats Saturday and Sunday; free.
East-West Center Holiday Craft Fair, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, John Burns Hall; free. 944-7506.
Employee Craft Fair, 2-8:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; repeats 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free. 949-4321.
MIXED BAG
Military Aviation Museum of the Pacific Second annual Benefit Dinner, with Capt. Walter Schirra and Lt. John Finn, 5:30-10 p.m., Ford Island, Hangar 37; $200. 836-7747.
Grand Opening of 2100 Kalakaua Avenue, with Na Leo Pilimehana, Kenny Endo Taiko ensemble and Al Green, 6:30 p.m., Kalakaua Avenue; $175. 550-4449.
"Talking to Dead People," with Alice Anne Parker, 7 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $20. 521-2903.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Epic Session, 6-8:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Manoa Gardens. 956-8178.
Be Kitchy, Commando Action and Olivia, 6:30 p.m., The X-Factory. 843-2342.
KKOB, oldies, 6:45-9:45 p.m., The Miramar at Waikiki, Banana Patch Lounge. 922-2077.
Caribbean Steel Drum Music, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani. 247-8410.
Al Kaai and Friends, Hawaiian, 7-10 p.m., Honey's at Ko'olau. 236-4653.
The Blue Fuse Band, 7-10 p.m., Hickam Air Force Base, Officers Club.
Haunted Pines, Koshi, Teradactyl, Postmodern, DJ Shivma, DJ Rishi, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., Cafe Ground Level; for 21 and older. 546-9998.
Affection, dance vocal band, doors open 8 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
Buckshot CD Fund-raiser, with Skanabata, Upstanding Youth and Tryst, 8 p.m., Coffee Factory. 949-8858.
Pepper MaShay, with DJs David Muhleisen, Regina, Marz and Mystic, 8 p.m.-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.
Na Leo Pilimehana, 8:30 p.m., Borders Ward Center. 591-8995.
Full Circle, alternative, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, The Pub; for 21 and older. 621-1835.
White Lines, reggae, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, Lakeside Lanai; for 21 and older. 622-5009.
Emerald House, contemporary, 9:30 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.
Thick Tubes, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Big City Diner in Kailua. 263-8880.
"Freestyle," hip-hop film fest opening night party, 10 p.m., Island Cafe. 847-5214.
Go Jimmy Go, ska, 10 p.m., Haleiwa Joe's in Hale'iwa; for 21 and older. 637-8005.
Missing Dave, alternative, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.
Cinema Paradise Opening Party, with DJ J Boogie, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Wonderlounge at the W; for 21 and older. 922-3734.
Happy Gets Lucky, alternative, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.
Jus Ryt, 11 p.m.-3 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.
DANCE VENUES
Pau Hana Friday, 4:30 p.m., Ocean Club; for 23 and older. 531-8444.
"Los Cari–osos," salsa, 6-11 p.m., Rainbow Lounge. 845-2102.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Ladies Night, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
"Club Dream" with DJs Evil, Jedi, Sonik and Kool-E playing hip-hop and house, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
Virus with rotating DJs, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Virus. 951-9881.
Flirtatious Fridays, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 21 and older. 924-3939.
The Ladies Lounge, with two rooms of hip-hop and reggae, 9:30 p.m., Kaniela's at Bay View Golf Course; for 18 and older. 235-8606, ext. 11.
Freakin Fridays with DJ RJ Reynolds, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Chez Monique. 488-2439.
Da Boonies, reggae, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Don Ho's Island Grill; for 21 and older. 528-0807.
Mass Appeal's Bump 'n' Grinds, 10 p.m., Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar. 536-6286.
D-Vinyl Entertainment, acid jazz and house music, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket lounge; for 23 and older. 386-3666.
DubWise, reggae, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Auntie Pasto's in Kapahulu; for 21 and older. 739-2426.
"Sessions," house, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Opium Den and Champagne Bar. 521-2900.
Club Flesh, Hellraver Productions, 10 p.m.-3 a.m., 1739 Kalakaua Ave. dj808.com.
Delirious, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., World Cafe. 585-2877.
Foreplay Fridays with Sam the Man, Rick Havoc, Rick Rock and DJ Wu Chan, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; for 18 and older. 589-1999.
Get Your Groove on Fridays with DJs Big John and Sho, 10 p.m.-4 am., Cellar Nightclub; for 18 and older. 923-9952.
"Network" with DJs Mr. I.N.C., Mixmaster B, XL, 11:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
"Mercury Sound Lab" with DJs Seeko, Drift, and King, midnight-4 a.m., Maze Milkbar. 921-5800.
"Afterhours," with Space Cowboy, Big Daddy Dave and Imaginary Friends, 2-7 a.m., Virus. 591-3500.
CLUBS
"Big Chill," '60s and early '70s music, 5-9 p.m., Rumours. 955-4811.
Aloha Friday, all-male revue, doors open 5:30 p.m., show begins 6:30 p.m., Venus Nightclub; encore performance, 10 p.m.; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Bobby Thursby and Friends, blues and jazz, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Fox and Hound Pub and Grub in Kahala. 738-5655.
The Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Big Trouble, R&B, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.
Tino and the Rhythm Klub, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Soul Cafe, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4466.
David and Bobby, Micronesian music, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Micronesian Night Club; for 21 and older. 848-5665.
"Bliss," 2Tight and Eminent Productions, 10 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.
Pau Hana Friday, with Go-Go Boyz and DJ Al-X, 10:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
Karma, 1:30-3:30 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
LOUNGE ACTS
Darrell Aquino, 3-5 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Quintinn and Tiny, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics Cafe. 949-4321.
Ka'ala Boys, 4-6 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Koa'uka, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef Hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar & Grill. 922-2887.
Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.
Augie Rey Trio, 4:30-7:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Mark Valentino, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Da Waipuka Bar. 924-4961, 924-7711.
Byl Leonard, 5-7 p.m., Jarons on Hamakua. 261-4600.
James McCarthy, 5-8 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Po'okela, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.
Jazzy Jay, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket lounge. 955-6333.
The Geezers, classic country, 6 p.m., Ohana Hobron Hotel, Humuhumu Lounge. 924-7777, ext. 3644.
Victoria Stringer, Hawaiian, 6 p.m., Hanks Cafe in Honolulu. 526-1410.
Noe & Tao, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.
Pau Hana Duo, with hula, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel poolside. 922-4422.
Pumehana Davis, harp, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 6-8:30 p.m., Chart House. 941-6660.
Chris Sayers, acoustic guitar, 6-9 p.m., The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.
Na Palapalai, classic Hawaiian falsetto, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.
Tony Chardo, guitar and vocals, 6-9 p.m., Cascada. 945-0270.
Henry Kapono, contemporary, 6-9:30 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.
Ilona Irvine and Keiki, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Pai'ea, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.
Kilinahe, traditional Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.
Kimo Todd, Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head Restaurant. 732-8645.
Boogie, blues, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.
Lee Eisenstein, 7-9 p.m., Kevin's Rib Crib in Kailua. 230-8111.
Ray Sowders and Shawn Ishimoto, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., Chili's in Kahala. 738-5773.
Robert Cazimero, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.
Native Tongue, 7-11 p.m., Cheeseburger in Paradise. 923-3731.
Keith Scott, piano/vocals, comedy and sing-alongs, 7 p.m.-midnight, Da Smoke House. 946-0233.
Aloha Duo, with hula, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Blue Canoe, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Roy's Restaurant. 396-7697.
Triage, Beatles music, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.
Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 7:30-11 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.
Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with vocalist Sydette Sakauye Stanton, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.
"An Evening with the Music of Sinatra," with Randy Smith, Cathy Foy, John Valentine and Joni Albao, 7:45-9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Hala'i Trio, 8-10 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
"Jingle Bell Rock," 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Al Waterson and You, karaoke and dancing, 8 p.m.-midnight, The Fisherman's Wharf. 947-5736.
Olomana with Jerry Santos, Willy Paikuli and Ryan Tang, Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Paradise Lounge. 949-4321.
Bobby Burk, contemporary Hawaiian and classic rock, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Bueno Nalo. 263-1999.
Keli'i Kaneali'i, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.
3em Company, jazz, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.
Ron Miyashiro, traditional Hawaiian and Broadway, 8:30-11:30 p.m., La Mariana Sailing Club. 848-2800.
Sonya Mendez and Rich Crandall, vocals and piano, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Paradise, featuring Kani and Eddie Bee, 9 p.m., Hanks Cafe in Honolulu. 526-1410.
Dean & Dean, contemporary, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Chart House. 941-6660.
David Kahiapo, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
Jook Joint, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Dragon Tales Live's "Missing Music Mystery," based on the PBS children's show, 10:30 a.m., 2 and 5:30 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; repeats 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday; $11, $15. 526-4400.
Pipeline Masters Kick-off Party, with Naughty by Nature, surfing exhibition and Activision Kelly Slater Pro Surfer game, 5 p.m.-midnight, Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park; $28*. 526-4400.
Honolulu City Lights, tree-lighting and Honolulu Boy Choir, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; concerts, 3-5 and 7:30 p.m., Sky Gate stage; Electric Light Parade, 6 p.m., from A'ala Park to Honolulu Hale; city lights turned on at 6:25 p.m., on view through Jan. 5; free. 523-2489.
Ho'okena ... Home for the Holidays III, with hula halau and hula soloist Nani Dudoit, 6 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $30. 524-4845.
"A Merry Christmas with Friends & Nabors," with Jimmy Borges, Karen Keawehawai'i, Philip Huber and Emma Veary, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $45, $55. 528-0506.
Quiet Riot, heavy metal rock, with openers Slug, 8:30 p.m., Gussie L'Amour's; repeats Sunday; for 21 and older; $15*. 836-7883.
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Kane'ohe Christmas Parade, with marching groups, bands, Santa Claus, Gov.-elect Linda Lingle and Mayor Jeremy Harris, 9 a.m., Kamehameha Highway; free. 845-4111.
'Ewa Beach Christmas Parade, sponsored by the 'Ewa Beach Community Association, 9-11 a.m., to and from 'Ilima Intermediate School; free. 389-5649, 683-5649.
Santa's Arrival, with free photos, bounce castle and holiday parade, 9 a.m.-noon, Gentry Waipio Shopping Center; free. 737-1048.
Visit with Santa, with candy treats, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free admission. 625-5233.
Christmas with Santa, with Christmas Xpress Train, craft stations and goodie bags, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Salt Lake Shopping Center; free. 735-8822.
48th annual Festival of Trees, with Celebritree silent auction, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Ward Warehouse; repeats 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; $1*. 547-4397.
Holiday Harpists, with Sharene Lum, Jennifer Sobel and Victory Worth, 11 a.m.-noon, Radisson Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel; free. 921-5566.
Christmas Concert, with Virginia Lowell, Kay Brewbaker, Dianne Brookins and Paul Belanger, noon, Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3520.
"Visions of Christmas," song and dance featuring Christmas classics, 1:30-2 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 836-1699, 235-1143.
The Brothers Cazimero, holiday concert, 2-2:45 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.
A FilCom Christmas Special, with product vendors, food, and concert with Kristian Hegwood, 7-10 p.m., FilCom Center in Waipahu; $6*. 680-0454.
CONCERTS
Christmas Concert, music, song and dance presented by the Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus performing arts department, 4 and 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; free. 842-8495.
"Amahl and the Night Visitors," performed by the Hawai'i Opera Theatre, 5 and 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu; repeats Sunday; $10*. 596-7858.
University of Hawai'i Choirs, holiday performance of ancient through contemporary choral styles, doors open 7 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., Central Union Church; free. 956-8742.
John Keawe, Big Island slack-key artist and composer, 7:30 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $17.50*. 955-8821.
"A Christmas Evening," with Olomana and Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, 9-10:30 p.m., Makaha Resort Golf Club, Ka'ala Room; $15. 695-7517.
DANCE
Dance Classes, with Fara Tolno from Guinea, 10 a.m., Atherton YMCA; repeats Sunday, 1007 Waimanu St.; $12*. 536-1451.
2002 Fall Dance Concert, presented by Mid-Pacific Institute's School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute, Bakken Auditorium; $15. 973-5071.
"Circus X," a Castle Dance Force Production, 8 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 4 p.m. Sunday, and 8 p.m. Dec. 13-14; $12*. 235-5141.
STAGE
New Moon Madness, a Leeward Community College Drama and Dance Department collaboration, 7 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; for mature audiences; $5. 455-0385.
STAGE CLOSING
"A Christmas Carol," Charles Dickens' classic, 7 p.m., Mililani Presbyterian Church; free. 623-6663.
NATURE
Ka'ena Point, a four-mile novice hike, 8 a.m., meet at 'Iolani Palace; presented by Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club; $2. 488-1161.
Honouliuli Preserve Hike, interpretive hike along the Palikea Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i; for 13 and older; $5. 537-4508, ext. 220.
FAMILY TIES
Ancient Hawaiian Ways, discover what the daily lives of early Hawaiian families may have been like, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; for 5 and older; $14* parent/child team. 955-0100.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Craft Sale, with gift baskets and jewelry, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 583 Po'ipu Drive, Hawai'i Kai; free. 946-1870.
New Hope Community Craft Fair, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Farrington High School; free. 842-4242, ext. 108.
Windward Potters Christmas Sale, with raku forms, sculptural and functional pieces, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Kailua Elementary School cafeteria; free. 239-5045.
Athletic Booster Club Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Mililani High School; free. 627-7369.
Chinese Cultural Festival, with dances, martial arts, astrology and herbs, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Korean Studies Building; free. 949-1050.
Christmas Craft Fair, with food and entertainment by St. Ann School's Chorus and Choir, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Ann's Church; free. 247-3092.
Christmas Craft Fair, with food baskets, ornaments and clothing, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Mililani Town Association Recreation Center V, 95-1101 'Ainamakua Drive; free. 623-7300.
Christmas Craft & Gift Fair, with jewelry, clothing and baked goods, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Manoa Elementary School; free. 595-6987.
Fujinkai 14th annual Craft Fair, with taiko performances, baked goods and Japanese food, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wahiawa Ryusenji Soto Mission; free. 622-1429.
A Mini-Kahala Holiday Boutique, with clothing and jewelry, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4263 Kaimanahila St.; free. 737-8259.
Lanikai Craft Fair, with food and music, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Lanikai Community Park; free. 263-1925, 263-6489.
Kapolei's Early Holiday Craft & Gift Fair, a "Bigger & Better" fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mauka Lani Elementary School; repeats Sunday; free. 676-5886.
Holiday Fair, with ornaments, jewelry and clothing, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 1337 Ulupi'i Street, Kailua; free. 342-8734.
Pacific Handcrafters Guild's "Fall Festival of Art & Fine Crafts," with keiki tent, massage tent and Santa, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thomas Square; repeats Sunday; free. 254-6788.
Year-End Auction and Sale, with silent and live auction, 10 a.m., Church of the Holy Nativity Thrift Shop; free. 373-3744, 395-1587.
"Wayne's World," Wayne Harada's trunk show, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Wabi-Sabi, 1223 Koko Head Ave.; free. 734-3693.
Annual Christmas Art Sale, with glass, ceramics and prints, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Art Building; repeats Sunday; free.
Concert and Craft Fair, with arts and crafts, produce and food, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Honolulu Polo Club field, Waimanalo; repeats Sunday; free.
Employee Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; repeats Sunday; free. 949-4321.
Christmas Party Sale, with music and Santa, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Naturally Hawaiian Gallery; free. 259-5354.
Christmas at Our House, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Hawaii Foodbank, 2-7 p.m., Hawaii Prince Hotel lobby; free. 944-4401.
MIXED BAG
Kahuku Healthy Community Farmers Market, with produce, crafts and plants, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 293-9231, 235-1143.
Cat Show, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse; $4. 395-6875.
Drum Classes, with Fara Tolno from Guinea, West Africa, 11:30 a.m., Atherton YMCA; repeats Sunday, 1007 Waimanu St.; $12*. 536-1451.
Historic Hawai'i Foundation's Annual Winter Benefit, honoring Thurston Twigg-Smith as Kama'aina of the Year, 6-10 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel; $150. 523-2900.
Happy Holidays Hot Cruise Night, with a show 'n' shine classic cars exhibition, 6:30-10 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Potluck, The 86 List, Mindless Rebellion, Black Square, punk rock, 6 p.m., The Shelter. 808shows.com.
Blind Faith, Push the Pedal, Olivia, 86 List, Knumbskulls, Hoindawall, rock, 6:30-10 p.m., Island Cafe. imbicycle.com.
Kona Winds Band, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani. 625-5233.
Five by 5, 8 p.m., Borders Ward Center. 591-8995.
One Drop, reggae, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, Lakeside Lanai; for 21 and older. 622-5009.
Primal Tribe, hard rock and alternative, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, The Pub; for 21 and older. 621-1835.
Jeff Said No!, blues, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Fox and Hound Pub and Grub in Kahala. 738-5655.
Chablis Birthday Bash, Ho'onua with Suni, 10:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Eastside Grill; for 21 and older. 952-6555.
Missing Dave, alternative, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.
Blue Shade, 11 p.m.-3 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.
DANCE VENUES
Saturday Night, 7 p.m., Ocean Club; for 23 and older. 531-8444.
XXX Saturdays, with DJ Kool-E and Nocturnal Sound Krew, 9 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Ladies Night, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
El Fidel's Latin Dance with DJ David Louis, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Planet Hollywood; for 21 and older; a no-smoking environment. 924-7877.
DJ James Coles, top 40, R&B, house, trance and techno, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 21 and older. 924-3939.
"Little Chill," '70s, '80s and '90s music, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Rumours. 955-4811.
Old Skool Saturdays with DJ RJ Reynolds, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Chez Monique. 488-2439.
The Bar B Q, with DJ Galmiche, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.
The Joynt, with DJs Sho and Wreck, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Virus. 951-9881.
Girls Night Out, 10 p.m., World Cafe; for 18 and older. 585-2877.
Martini Lounge with DJs JL, A Bear, Vince and others, 10 p.m., Sansei; for 21 and older. 536-6286.
Abstract with DJs Edit and Sonik, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge; for 21 and older. 955-6333.
Genesis, drum-n-bass, trance, downtempo, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Lewers St. Steak and Seafood; for 18 and older. 926-1881.
Sassy Catz, with Mr. Goodvybe! and friends spinning underground hip-hop, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Chai's Island Bistro; for 21 and older. 585-0011.
Wonderlounge, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Diamond Head Grill. 922-3734.
"Mecca" with DJ Technique, 10 p.m.-3 a.m., E Club; for 18 and older. 254-7660.
"Deep Paradise," three rooms of house, hip-hop, disco and progressive, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
"Sweet and Sour," with DJs Mixmaster B, delve and XL, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; for 18 and older. 589-1999.
Tempt-Asia, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Waterfront Crab House and Nightclub; for 18 and older. 585-8488.
"Noche Tropical" with DJs Ray Cruz and Rod, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Cafe Sistina; for 21 and older. 596-0061.
The White Room, with Monkey and Toki, Sisters in Sound, Seeko and E.T.A., 11:40 p.m.-3:40 a.m., Maze Milkbar; for 21 and older. 921-5800.
The Penthouse, with Gary O, 1:30-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.
"Afterhours," with Bass Drum Ben, PSI and G-Spot, 2-7 a.m., Virus Entertainment Center. 591-3500.
CLUBS
DJs KSM and Byron the Fur, with Go-Go Boyz at 10:30 p.m., 6 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
Gay Night, with an all-male revue, doors open 8 p.m., show begins 9 p.m., Venus Nightclub; also, drag show, 11:30 p.m.; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
Shirley Walker, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
The Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Kimo and Friends, oldies, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.
Paper Doll Revue Drag Show, 9:30 p.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.
Reggae Bashment, 9:30 p.m., Players Sports Bar-University. 949-5527.
Tino and the Rhythm Klub, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Soul Cafe, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4466.
David and Bobby, Micronesian music, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Micronesian Night Club; for 21 and older. 848-5665.
"Rub-a-Dub," with Empire Sound, 10 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.
Benny James, old school, 11 p.m., Gordon Biersch Brewery and Restaurant. 599-4877.
The Men of Fusion Male Revue, 11:30 p.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.
Captain Carl, 1:30-3:30 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
LOUNGE ACTS
Po'okela, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.
Brother Noland, 3-5 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Jaimie McClure, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Backyard Pa'ina, 4-6 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Koa'uka, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
Ronnie Wong, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Da Waipuka Bar. 924-4961, 924-7711.
Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.
James McCarthy, 5-8 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Po'okela, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 5-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.
Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.
Hawai'i Loa, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.
Ryan Tang, contemporary, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.
The Geezers, classic country, 6 p.m., Ohana Hobron Hotel, Humuhumu Lounge. 924-7777, ext. 3644.
Buddy Fo, Hawaiian, 6-8 p.m., Jarons on Hamakua. 261-4600.
Haleiwa Sons, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.
Ko'u Mana'o, 6-9 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
The Milestone Jazz Trio, with Miles Jackson, James Funai and Peter Factora, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa Restaurant, Neiman Marcus, Ala Moana Center. 951-3420.
Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.
Sam Kapu, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Pai'ea, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.
Robert Cazimero, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011
James Kraft and Ernie Provencher, jazz, 7-10 p.m., Roy's Restaurant. 396-7697.
Leon and Koa Siu, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Polynesia, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
Rubber Soul, Beatles music, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.
Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 7:30-11 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.
Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with vocalist Loretta Ables Sayre, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.
"An Evening with the Music of Sinatra," with Randy Smith, Cathy Foy, John Valentine and Joni Albao, 7:45-9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Nova Luna, 8 p.m., Hanks Cafe in Honolulu. 526-1410.
"Jingle Bell Rock," 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Sandy and Friends, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Nightwing, contemporary Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, John Dominis. 523-0955.
Olomana with Jerry Santos, Haunani Apoliona and Wally Suenaga, Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Paradise Lounge. 949-4321.
Bobby Burk, contemporary Hawaiian and classic rock, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Bueno Nalo. 263-1999.
Keli'i Kaneali'i, Hawaiian contemporary, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.
Larry Kaliloa, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
3em Company, jazz, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.
Sonya Mendez and Lenny Keys, vocal and piano, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Rock 'n' Roll Soul, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Keith Scott, piano/vocals, comedy and sing-alongs, 9 p.m.-midnight, Da Smoke House. 946-0233.
Sam Kapu, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.
Guy Cruz and the Shakedown, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
Ells, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Honolulu Marathon, with more than 35,000 runners expected, 5 a.m.-1 p.m., from Ala Moana, to Hawai'i Kai Drive, to Kapi'olani Bandstand; spectators free. 734-7200.
Dragon Tales Live's "Missing Music Mystery," based on the PBS children's show, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Blaisdell Arena; $11, $15. 526-4400.
"A Merry Christmas with Friends & Nabors," with Jimmy Borges, Karen Keawehawai'i, Philip Huber and Emma Veary, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $45, $55. 528-0506.
Quiet Riot, heavy metal rock, with openers Slug, 8:30 p.m., Gussie L'Amour's; for 21 and older; $15*. 836-7883.
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Natural Holiday Ornaments, create holiday decorations out of natural and recycled materials, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; for 3 and older; $16* parent/child team. 955-0100.
48th Annual Festival of Trees, with Celebritree silent auction bids closing at 2 p.m., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Ward Warehouse; $1*. 547-4397.
Christmas Doggie Photos, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Hawaii Doggie Bakery, Ward Warehouse; repeats Dec. 15; $5. 521-7297.
Annual Keiki Christmas, with Parasol Puppets, Santa and puppet-making, 1-4 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; free. 532-8700.
Pearl City Christmas Parade, 4 p.m., from Momilani Elementary School to Pearl City Shopping Center; free. 456-2845.
Hawaiian Thistle Pipe Band, Christmas choir concert, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; also, 'Iliahi Elementary School 'Ukulele Band, 7 p.m.; free. 523-4674.
Honolulu Boy Choir, annual fund-raiser concert and graduation ceremony, 7-8:30 p.m., Harris Methodist Church; free. 596-7464.
CONCERTS
"Pau Hana: Postcard from the Pacific," works by students in ethnic music and dance classes at the University of Hawai'i, 3 p.m., Orvis Auditorium and Music Department Courtyard; free. 956-8742.
The String Program Holiday Concert, presented by the Hawai'i Youth Symphony Association, 3:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School auditorium; $5*. 941-9706.
"Amahl and the Night Visitors," performed by the Hawai'i Opera Theatre, 5 and 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu; $10*. 596-7858.
"A Glorious Story," with the Leeward Community Gospel Choir, Island Brass Band and others, 6:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall, $10*; also, craft fair, 5:30 p.m., free. 487-1636.
Christmas Music Ensemble Concert, featuring college chorus, guitar and synthesizer ensembles, 7 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College, Maile Performing Arts Theater; $4. 734-9748.
Carlos Barbosa-Lima, Brazilian guitarist, 7:30 p.m., The Doris Duke at the Academy; $18*. 532-8768, 532-8700.
DANCE
Dance Classes, with Fara Tolno from Guinea, West Africa, 10 a.m., 1007 Waimanu St.; $12*. 536-1451.
"Circus X," a Castle Dance Force Production, 4 p.m., Ronald E. Bright Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Dec. 13-14; $12*. 235-5141.
Holiday Swing Dance, presented by Swing Dance Club of Hawaii, 6-9:30 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse; a smoke-free environment; $5*. 926-9974, 529-8816.
STAGE CLOSINGS
"The Conversion of Ka'ahumanu," historical drama about the wife of Kamehameha the Great, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; $10-$16 ($5 students on Thursdays). 536-4441.
"Death of a Salesman," about the last days of salesman Willy Loman, 4 p.m., Hawai'i Pacific University Theatre; $14*. 375-1282.
"Honk!" musical comedy retelling "The Ugly Duckling," 4 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; $30*. 988-6131.
"Sister Mary Ignatius Explains it All to You" and "The Actor's Nightmare," two one-act plays by The Actor's Group, 4 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; $10. 591-7999.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Windward Year-End Craft Fair, with clothing, ceramics and plants, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., He'eia Elementary School; free. 239-3922, 247-6106.
Kapolei's Early Holiday Craft & Gift Fair, a "Bigger & Better" fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mauka Lani Elementary School; free. 676-5886.
Family A-Fair, sponsored by the State Council on Hawaiian Heritage, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., McKinley High School; free. 536-6540.
Pacific Handcrafters Guild's "Fall Festival of Art & Fine Crafts," with keiki tent, massage tent and Santa, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thomas Square; free. 254-6788.
Kick Start Karate's Ice Cream Fantasy and Craft Fair, with baked goods and entertainment, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Waipahu High School cafeteria; $5* includes ice cream. 677-3412.
3rd Annual Gingerbread Festival, families build gingerbread houses, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; spectators free. 536-1015.
Annual Christmas Art Sale, with glass, ceramics and prints, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., University of Hawai'i Art Building; free.
Concert and Craft Fair, with arts and crafts, produce and food, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Honolulu Polo Club field, Waimanalo; free.
Employee Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-4321.
MIXED BAG
"Genetics!" Day, children receive free admission with paying adult, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Drum Classes, with Fara Tolno from Guinea, 11:30 a.m., 1007 Waimanu St.; $12*. 536-1451.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Rocco Prestia Medical Fund, with Henry Kapono, Brother Noland, Three Plus and others, 2-8 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
"Blast to the Past," with DJ and former New York radio personality The Fabulous Woody, 5-10 p.m., Blue Tropix. 944-0001.
Rubber Soul, Beatles tribute band, 7-10 p.m., Rock Island Cafe. 923-8033.
African Music and Dance Party, with "Sewa Fare" and Fara Tolno, 9:30 p.m., Cafe Sistina. 596-0061, 536-1451.
DANCE VENUES
Tommy Valentine Y Sus Amigos, salsa, 6 p.m., Rainbow Lounge. 845-2102.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Rick Rock, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Waterfront Crab House and Nightclub. 585-8488.
Lolo Sundays, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.
Sunday Slam Party, hip-hop, R&B, house and Latin, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 18 and older. 924-3939.
"Ritual," hip-hop and house, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
Dark Side of the Moon with DJ Gdog playing soul, funk and hip-hop, 10 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.
Old School Sundays, '70s and '80s,
10 p.m-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; also, live band performance, midnight-1 a.m.; for 18 and older. 944-0001, 222-5325.
Service Industry Night, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe. 589-1999.
Sex-E Sunday with Keola Boy and DJ Free, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
CLUBS
Groovology, downtempo, 5 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill. 528-4911.
Shirley Walker, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Double Double Sundaze, with Go-Go Boyz, 8:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
Stardust, top 40, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Son Caribe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.
The Palolo Jones Duo, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Kimo and Friends, oldies, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.
The Men of Sensually Certified, all-male revue, 11 p.m., Angles Waikiki. 926-9766.
LOUNGE ACTS
Elua Kane, traditional Hawaiian, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Jarons on Hamakua. 261-4600.
Kimo Todd, Hawaiian, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head Restaurant. 732-8645.
Po'okela, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.
Hawaiian-Style Sunday Afternoon Jam, 2 p.m., Hanks Cafe Honolulu. 526-1410.
Kelly Boy DeLima, 3-5 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Jaimie McClure, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Kawika Regidor, Hawaiian, 4-6 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Henry Kapono, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
Augie Rey Trio, 4:30-7:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Mark Valentino, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Da Waipuka Bar. 924-4961, 924-7711.
Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.
Pa'ahana, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
Ka'ala, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.
The Geezers, classic country, 6 p.m., Ohana Hobron Hotel, Humuhumu Lounge. 924-7777, ext. 3644.
Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Tropic Breeze, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.
Keiki Hula, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel poolside. 922-4422.
George Kuo and Martin Pahinui, classic Hawaiian slack-key, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.
Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.
Ka Maika'i, Hawaiian, contemporary and classic rock, 6-10 p.m., Dave & Buster's. 589-2215.
Night Train, blues, 6-10 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds Pub and Grub in Waikiki. 947-3776.
'Ale'a, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Jerry Santos, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.
Native Tongue, 7-11 p.m., Cheeseburger in Paradise. 923-3731.
Ryan Tang, contemporary, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.
Dean & Dean, contemporary, 7 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.
Kelly Boy DeLima, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Polynesia, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
"Jingle Bell Rock," 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Bobby Burk, contemporary Hawaiian and classic rock, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Bueno Nalo. 263-1999.
Keoki Johnson, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda.
Don Conover, piano, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai. 922-5715.
Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Tangi Tully, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.
Del Beazley, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Makana, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
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FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Na Keiki 'O Manana, Christmas choir concert, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 523-4674.
CONCERTS
Tresemble, part of the 2002 Candlelight Series, 7:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of Honolulu; $15. 524-0815, ext. 245.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Honolulu Boy Choir, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani. 247-8410.
The Nueva Vida Jazz Thang, with David Choy, 7-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.
DANCE VENUES
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Ultimate Bartender Competition, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; for 21 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.
Maze with DJ Billy G, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
CLUBS
Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Stardust, top 40, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Son Caribe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.
Sabbatar, heavy metal, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Gussie L'Amour's. 836-7883.
Karma, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Open Mike Night, comedy, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Anna Bannanas; for 18 and older. 946-5190.
Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Rock Bottom Mondays, 10 p.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.
LOUNGE ACTS
Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
Ka'ala Boys, 4-6 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar and Grill. 922-2887.
Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.
Cory Oliveros, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics Cafe. 949-4321.
Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.
The Islanders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
Ka Moana Trio, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.
Ka'ala, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.
Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Laukea, Hawaiian duo with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.
Ku'uipo Kumukahi, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel poolside. 922-4422.
J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 6-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.
Kahalia, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.
Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.
Kawika, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-10 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.
Kimo and Friend, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Jerry Santos, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.
Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.
Chris Murphy, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.
Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.
Kelly and Roger, '70s and '80s, 8 p.m., Hanks Cafe in Honolulu. 526-1410.
Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
"Jingle Bell Rock," 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Keoki Johnson, Hawaiian with hula, 8:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Ryan Tang, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.
Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Stuart Featheran, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.
Del Beazley, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
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FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Honolulu Community Concert Band, Christmas choir concert, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 523-4674.
FAMILY TIES
"Nature Tales and Tunes," puppet show by the Pacific Heart Players, 10:30-11:10 a.m., Mililani Public Library; for 3 and older; free. 627-7470.
MIXED BAG
The Brothers Cazimero DVD Launch Party, of the "25th Annual May Day Concert 2002" DVD, 4-6:30 p.m., Na Mea Hawai'i; free. 548-2665.
ONE-TIME GIGS
James Bond Party, with Kristian Lei and Jeff Peterson, 6-9 p.m., Cascada. 945-0270.
The Rich Crandall Trio, with Rocky Holmes, 8-10 p.m., Studio 6. 596-2905.
DANCE VENUES
Everybody's Ladies Night, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; for 23 and older. 531-8444.
Hot Latin Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; also, free salsa lesson, 8-9 p.m.; for 18 and older. 924-3939.
Big Teeze Tuesdays with DJs K-Smooth and Sonik, 9 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
Pussycat Lounge, with "Freestyle" premiere party, 9 p.m., Wave Waikiki; for 18 and older. 941-0424.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Temptation Tuesday with DJs Wreck, Goodvibe, K Smooth, Jimmy Taco, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Eastern Garden in Pearl City; for 18 and older. 946-2582.
Soul Bowl with DJs Hairpie and G.Rex, 9:30 p.m.-midnight, Bowl-O-Drome. 949-6668.
Twisted Tuesday, hip-hop and house with DJs Dawn, E-Roc and Rayne, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
Chemistry Lounge with DJs Mr. I.N.C. and 45, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Auntie Pasto's on Kapahulu; for 21 and older. 739-2426.
Bombasstic Tuesdays with DJ Sandman, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe; for 21 and older. 589-1999.
CLUBS
Old School O.G. Movie Nite, 5 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.
"Sweet and Lowdown," jazz guitar, 8-11 p.m., Brew Moon Restaurant and Microbrewery. 593-0088.
Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Son Caribe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.
Free Sound, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Vodka Night, with Go-Go Boyz at 10 p.m., 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.
Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Gay Night, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; also, drag show, 11 p.m.; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
Steel Toe, alternative rock, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Red Lion. 922-1027.
LOUNGE ACTS
Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.
'O Wai La, Hawaiian, 4-6 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef Hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside & Grill. 922-2887.
Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.
Eric Lee, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics Cafe. 949-4321.
Keith and Carmen Haugen, Hawaiian with hula, 4:30-7:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Ray Sowders and Shawn Ishimoto, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.
The Islanders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.
Pa'ahana, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Mahealani and the Jazz Quartet, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.
Po'okela, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.
Kanilau, with hula, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel poolside. 922-4422.
Haleiwa Sons, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.
Hanohou Trio, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club. 543-3916.
Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.
Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-10 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
Kawika, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-10 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.
Ledward Ka'apana, 6-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161, 537-9611.
Randy Thomas, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.
Sam Kapu, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Jake Shimabukuro, 'ukulele, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.
Ray Sowders and Shawn Ishimoto, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.
J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Dixie Grill on Ward Avenue. 596-8359.
Robert Cazimero, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.
TOA, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, funk and island, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.
Chris Murphy, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.
Kelly Boy DeLima, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Mahealani Jazz Quartet, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room. 521-2900.
Betty Loo Taylor Trio, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.
Kelly and Monica of Emerald House, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.
The BBC, Beatles music, 8 p.m., Hanks Cafe in Honolulu. 526-1410.
Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
"Jingle Bell Rock," 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
Ernie Cruz Jr., 8:30-10:30 p.m., Hale Noa. 735-4292.
Keoki Johnson, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.
Ku'uipo Kumukahi, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.
Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Sam Kapu, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.
Cory Oliveros, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
"Cookin'," musical adventure blending "Iron Chef" and "Stomp," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursday, and Dec. 13-14, and 2 p.m. Dec. 15; $10-$46. 528-0506.
Gallagher, comedian and sledge-o-matic show, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $20-$35. 526-4400.
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Na Keiki 'O Manana, holiday music, song and dance, 10:45-11 a.m., Bank of Hawaii's Main Branch; also, 11-11:45 a.m., Financial Plaza of the Pacific; free. 537-8246.
Windward Brass, Christmas choir concert, 7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 523-4674.
CONCERTS
Kohomua, part of the Winter Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. dinner and show, Brew Moon, $35; also, 10 p.m., show only, $10. 593-0088.
"Messiah" Community Sing, with the audience as the chorus, 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew's Cathedral; free. 524-2822.
FAMILY TIES
Pacific Heart Players, puppet show with sing-along, stories and interactive drama, 6:30 p.m., Salt Lake/Moanalua Public Library; free. 831-6831.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
An Evening in Waipi'o, with entertainment, Santa and silent auction, 5:30-9 p.m., Hawaii Okinawa Center, Waipi'o Gentry Business Park; free. 676-5400.
MIXED BAG
Stargazing, learn constellations and mythology, 7 p.m., Windward Community College, Hokulani Imaginarium; $2. 235-7321.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Keahi Conjugacion, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club Lounge. 543-3916.
Martinis and Great Blues, with Chris Planas of Third Degree, 6-9 p.m., Cascada. 945-0270.
Hawaiian Thistle Pipe Band, 7 p.m., Kapi'olani Park. 239-6609.
Brian, guitar, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, Lakeside Lanai; for 21 and older. 622-5009.
DANCE VENUES
Beach Party Wednesdays, with a wet T-shirt contest, 9 p.m., Wave Waikiki; for 18 and older. 941-0424, ext. 21.
Ladies Night with DJ Jedi, 9 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Wild Wednesdays, two rooms of hip-hop and house, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
Funky Wednesday with Heart and Soul, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 18 and older. 924-3939.
Boys on the Side, contemporary, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room. 521-2900.
Smooth Groove Wednesday, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Cafe. 589-1999.
Wild Wednesdays with DJs, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
CLUBS
Insomnia Lounge, drum-n-bass, trip hop, acid jazz and downtempo, 6-9 p.m., Insomnia Cafe. 393-2422.
Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Tino and the Rhythm Klub, top 40, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Soul Cafe, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4466.
Open Jam with Oopso Facto, 9 p.m.-midnight, Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.
The Sidewinders, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Nite Train, blues, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.
John Cruz, contemporary folk, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Anna Bannanas; for 21 and older. 946-5190.
Sessions, with Nocturnal Sound Krew, 10 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.
Split 101, Stone Groove Family and Split Clothing, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Hard Rock Cafe; for 18 and older. 955-7383.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
"Cookin'," musical adventure blending "Iron Chef" and "Stomp," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13-14, and 2 p.m. Dec. 15; $10-$46. 528-0506.
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Gleemen Plus of Honolulu, Christmas choir concert, 6 p.m., Honolulu Hale; also, Celtic Pipe and Drums of Hawaii, 7 p.m.; free. 523-4674.
Kapahulu Mo'ili'ili Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Kapahulu Mo'ili'ili Lions Club, 6:30-8 p.m., from Kuhio Elementary School to Old Stadium Park; free. 836-1990.
STAGE OPENING
"Why the Chimes Rang," presented by Act One Children's Theater, 7 p.m., St. Christopher's Church in Kailua; repeats 7 p.m. Dec. 13, and 2 p.m. Dec. 14; $5*. 261-0457.
NATURE
Kadomatsu, learn how to make a traditional Japanese good luck symbol, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; $20* includes supplies. 988-0456.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Holiday Pleasures from Ceramic Treasures, 7 a.m.-9 p.m., YWCA of O'ahu; repeats 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 13; free. 538-7061.
"Almost There" Christmas Craft and Boutique, with bake sale, ceramics and door prizes, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Variety School of Hawaii; free. 732-2835.
ONE-TIME GIGS
PBS Big Band, with Phil and Bob Scellato, Keahi Conjugacion, 8-10 p.m., Studio 6. 596-2905.
Tiny's Idyl Karaoke Contest, 8:30 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.
Guy Cruz, rock and R&B, 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Gordon Biersch Brewery and Restaurant. 599-4877.
DJ Rogers, hip-hop, dance and old school, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemoo Farms, Lakeside Lanai; for 21 and older. 622-5009.
The Ghost Band, funk, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Opium Den and Champagne Bar. 521-2900.
DJs Against AIDS 6 Pre-Party, with IKON, Daniel J, Vince and others, 10 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand; for 18 and older. 923-0669.
Cinema Paradise Closing Party, with Stone Groove Family and Quadraphonix, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Wonderlounge at the W. 922-3734.
DANCE VENUES
Paddler's Night, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; for 21 and older. 531-8444.
DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.
Fumanchu Dynasty, hip-hop and R&B, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Waterfront Crab House and Nightclub; for 21 and older. 585-8488.
Thirsty Thursdays, hip-hop, house and trance, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 18 and older. 924-3939.
Thumpin' Thursdays, with DNA, Ho Brahs and Melodius Solution, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424, ext. 12.
"Free," three rooms of deep house, hip-hop and trance, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.
Hip-Hop Night, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Pa'ina; for 18 and older. 596-2366.
Drunken Monkey Thursdays, with Big Teeze and K-Smooth, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.
"Raw" Sushi Lounge, with Tim Borshe, Gary O, Drift, Mr. Brown, Andreas and Rayne, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar. 536-6286.
Perpetual Groove with rotating DJs, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.
Tattoo Thursdays, 11 p.m.-1 am., Cellar Nightclub; for 18 and older. 923-9952.
CLUBS
Ernest Chang, classic rock, country and love songs, 8-11 p.m., Emporium Lounge and Cafe; for 21 and older. 484-5757.
Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Tino and the Rhythm Klub, top 40, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.
Annette Alcos, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4466.
The Sidewinders, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
The Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.
Hub Cats, soul, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.
Bikini Beer Bust with DJ Risk, 10 p.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.
"Sweetness," with Stone Groove Family, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.
The Men of Sensually Certified, all-male revue, 11 p.m., Angles Waikiki. 926-9766
