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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MUSIC
Greg and Junko MacDonald, festive steel drum music, noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m. Fridays, 'Iolani Palace grounds; free. 922-5331.
Vernon Sakata, guitar, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 843-8002.
"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.
Pookela, Hawaiian and contemporary with hula, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
Depauw University Chorale Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts Theater; $10*. 532-8768 or 532-8700.
Organ Recital, with canon musician Bruce Neswick of St. Philip's Cathedral in Atlanta, Ga., 7:30 p.m., St. Andrew's Cathedral; part of the Cathedral Music Series 2002; calabash offerings accepted. 524-2822, ext. 223.
Henry Kapono and Robi Kahakalau, a pops concert with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $15, $25, $30, $40 and $55. 792-2000.
DANCE
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring James and Michael Dela Cruz with Na Opio Me Na Kupuna O Ko'olau Hula Halau, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Argentine Tango Class with George Garcia, 7:30-8:30 p.m. beginning or 8:30-9:30 p.m. intermediate, Fridays, Honolulu Club; $8. 721-2123.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
"Over the River and Through the Woods," 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 27; $25*. 988-6131.
"The Insanity Case of Mrs. A. Lincoln," presented by The Actors Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $10. 591-7999.
"To the Last Hawaiian Soldier," 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 10; $16*. 536-4441.
NATURE
Moonlight Tour Through Sea Life Park Hawaii, for ages 4 and older; 7-8:30 p.m.; bring a flashlight; $10*. Register: 259-2512.
MIXED BAG
"Living Harmony," art exhibit, 7:45 a.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; part of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Coalition-Hawai'i holiday events; continues 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays through Feb. 16; free. www.mlk-hawaii.org.
'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.
Hawaii Foodbank 13th Annual Food Drive Kick-Off Breakfast, 7:15-8:30 a.m., Coral Ballroom, Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 836-3600, ext. 226.
Kokokahi's 26th Annual Aloha Gymfest, a competition with 14 gymnastics clubs from Hawai'i, the Mainland, Canada and Japan; 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. practice session, 6 p.m. competition, Kailua High School gymnasium; competition continues 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sunday; $4-$8. 235-6866.
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.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
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.
Performing Arts at Calvary, where students can use acting, singing and dancing to learn about God and faith; 4-5 p.m. for ages 6-10; 5-5:30 p.m., music for ages 10 through teens; 5:30-6:30 p.m., drama for ages 10 through teens; repeats Fridays through May 24. Calvary-By-the-Sea Lutheran Church; free. 377-5477.
Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau mansion where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 922-5811.
Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Town Center of Mililani; and 5-7 p.m. at Kapolei Shopping Center; also, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall, and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
Project Grad 2002-Outback Steakhouse Cougar Bash, a fundraiser for the Kaiser High School Class of 2002, with dinner and entertainment by Thick Tubes and Roots Rockers, 6-9 p.m., Kaiser High stadium; $10. 394-1211
12th Annual Hawaii Bridal Expo, 6-10 p.m., Blaisdell Center; repeats 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; $8. 948-1040.
King's Jubilee, a tribute to King David Kalakaua with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:45 p.m. Fridays, Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.
MUSIC
Wayne Takamine, 2 p.m. Borders-Waikele; free. 676-6699.
Ray Sowders and Friends, Hawaiian and contemporary with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
7th Fret Guitar Studios, young guitarists perform to benefit Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 7 p.m., Lutheran Church of Honolulu; $7. 988-7074.
"Embraceable You: A Tribute to Genoa Keawe," with Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Zanuck Kapala Lindsey, Gabe Baltazar, Na Palapalai, Anelaikalani, Frank Hewett, O'Brien Eselu and more, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; part of "An Evening of Aloha" concert series; $30, $35, $50 and $75. 528-0506.
Robi Kahakalau and Henry Kapono, a pops concert with the Honolulu Symphony, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $15, $25, $30, $40 and $55. 792-2000.
Darlene Ahuna, 8-9 p.m., Borders-Ward Centre; autograph session to follow; free. 591-8995.
DANCE
Cha Cha Cha Workshop, taught by Minnie Ruiz, noon-1 p.m., Aloha Activity Center; free. 926-8037.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Joan S. Lindsey and the Joan S. Lindsey Hula Studio, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Noche Flamenca, a flamenco dance company from Madrid, Spain, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; $20, $25. 455-0385.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
"The Insanity Case of Mrs. A. Lincoln," presented by The Actors Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $10. 591-7999.
"Over the River and Through the Woods," 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 27; $25*. 988-6131.
"To the Last Hawaiian Soldier," 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 10; $16*. 536-4441.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
KCAA Thrift Shop Annual Asian Items Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, KCAA Pre-Schools of Hawai'i Thrift Shop; free admission. 941-9414.
Polynesian Festival, with crafts, cultural demonstrations, educational activities, games and more, 4-8 p.m., Fountain Courtyard, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
NATURE
Pu'u O Hulu, a 4-mile, intermediate hike in Ma'ili; 7 a.m.; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2. 696-4677.
Honouliuli Preserve Hike, a moderate hike along the 'Ekahanui Loop Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; $5 refundable deposit. 537-4508, ext. 220.
Hawaiian Lei Making: Haku with Ti Method, taught by Brian Choy, 9 a.m.-noon, Lyon Arboretum; $20*, plus $2 supply fee. 988-0456.
Magical Gardens: The Hidden Story, an introduction to European gardens, taught by Rene Johansen, 10-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; $8*. 988-0456.
Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 10 a.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. Sundays; free. Register: 233-7323.
Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
Arboretum Tours, 1-2:30 p.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays and 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.
Maunawili Falls Hike, a 4-hour, 4-mile hike; presented by Hawai'i Nature Center; $4. For times/registration: 955-0100.
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.
Kokokahi's 26th Annual Aloha Gymfest, a competition with 14 gymnastics clubs from Hawai'i, the Mainland, Canada and Japan; 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Kailua High School gymnasium; competition continues 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sunday; $4-$8. 235-6866.
"The Diamond Head Story," a two-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; $5*. 948-3299.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
Children's Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.
Keiki Storytime, 11 a.m., Borders Waikele; repeats at 11 a.m. Saturdays and at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays; free. 676-6699.
Keiki Storytime and Kids Kraft Korner, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
Windward Mall Keiki Day Celebration, with clowns, giant inflatables, crafts and children's activities, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
12th Annual Hawaii Bridal Expo, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Center; repeats 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; $8. 948-1040.
Children's Magic Show, 1 p.m., the Haunt; free. 943-0371.
Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 1 p.m. at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. at Windward Mall; repeats Saturdays; also, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Barnes & Noble; repeats Sundays; free. 737-3323.
"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food, entertainment 4-6 p.m. Saturdays, and the feature film "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; food from local eateries; "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Sundays; free admission. 523-2489.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
MUSIC
Royal Hawaiian Band, Ala Wai Canoe Challenge entertainment, 8 a.m., Ala Wai Canoe House;also, with hula, Hawaiian trio and soloists, 2-3 p.m. Sundays, Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 922-5331.
Darlene Ahuna, 2-3 p.m., Borders-Waikele; autograph session to follow; free. 676-6699.
Karrin Allyson — Jazz Ballads, vocals and piano, 4 p.m., $22*; repeats 7 p.m., $28; Honolulu Academy of Arts Theater. 532-8768, 532-8700.
Ignace Jang and Robert Pollock, violin and piano, featuring works by Lou Harrison, John Cage, Robert Wehrman and more, 4 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $15*. 955-8821.
DANCE
Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Ballroom Dance Lessons, presented by Pan Pacific Ballroom Dance Society, 1 p.m. beginning international rumba and 2 p.m. intermediate international tango, Sundays through March 3, Ala Wai Golf Course Ballroom; $7.50 each course. 521-4437.
African Dance Exchange, by Evelyne Raposo, 3-5 p.m., 1007 Waimanu St.; repeats Jan. 27; $5. 377-3786.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Leimomi Ho and Keali'ika'apunihonua Ke'ena A'o Hula, 6-7 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Anniversary Dance Party, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Dream To Dance Studio; $5. 734-0264, 372-5574.
International Folk Dancing, 7-9:15 p.m. Sundays, Makiki District Park; learn Bulgarian, Greek, Romanian, Israeli and other international folk dances; $3. 521-2270.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
STAGE
"Over the River and Through the Woods," 4 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 27; $25*. 988-6131.
"The Insanity Case of Mrs. A. Lincoln," presented by The Actors Group, 4 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $10. 591-7999.
"To the Last Hawaiian Soldier," 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 10; $16*. 536-4441.
NATURE
Manana Ditch, an 8-mile, intermediate hike in Pacific Palisades; 8 a.m.; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2. 247-5380.
Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; free. 233-7323.
Tropical Plant Nature Walk, 1 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats at 1 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m. Saturdays; free. Register: 233-7323.
MIXED BAG
17th Annual Ala Wai Challenge, in honor of Myron "Pinky" Thompson and Wright Bowman Sr., with canoe races, games, food and entertainment, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Ala Wai Community Park; free. 923-1802.
Diamond Head Lighthouse Walk, a two-mile stroll presented by The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon Sundays, starting at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; $10*. Register: 948-3299.
Psychic Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Maunakea Marketplace; $10 for each 15-minute reading. 486-7827.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
Kokokahi's 26th Annual Aloha Gymfest, a competition with 14 gymnastics clubs from Hawai'i, the Mainland, Canada and Japan; 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Kailua High School gymnasium; $4-$8. 235-6866.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
Jan Ken Po, a live taping of the local game show, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
12th Annual Hawaii Bridal Expo, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Center; $8. 948-1040.
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.
Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Barnes & Noble; repeats Saturdays; free. 737-3323.
"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food, entertainment 4-6 p.m. Sundays, and the feature film "American Graffiti" on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; food from local eateries; "Sunset on the Beach" repeats Saturdays; free admission. 523-2489.
14th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Candlelight Bell Ringing Ceremony, 6:30 p.m., Nagasaki Peace Bell, Honolulu Hale Civic Grounds; part of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Coalition-Hawai'i holiday events; free. www.mlk-hawaii.org.
Taiko Drumming Classes, Kapi'olani Community College, Office of Continuing Education and Training; repeats Sundays and Thursdays through Feb. 28; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 737-7236.
MUSIC
Drum Joy! Class, 3-5 p.m., Atherton YMCA; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080 or 236-7104.
DANCE
Polynesian Cultural Center Performance, noon, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
NATURE
Something Fishy, for ages 3-5; discover the fishes and other creatures that call Makiki Stream home, 9:30-11 a.m.; presented by Hawai'i Nature Center; $12. 955-0100.
MIXED BAG
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade, 9 a.m., starting at Magic Island and ending at Kapi'olani Park; "Celebrating Unity" rally follows; part of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.Coalition-Hawai'i holiday events; free. www.mlk-hawaii.org.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 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.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
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 Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau mansion where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 922-5811.
Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5-8 p.m. (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); repeats Mondays. Also: 5:30-9 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.
MUSIC
Drum Joy! Classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1007 Waimanu St.; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; repeats Tuesdays; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m., third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly known as the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Ballet Class for teens and adults, with Marie Takazawa, 10-11:30 a.m., 960 Ahua St.; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; $10. 734-7882.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Ward Warehouse; beginners welcome; free. 262-7441.
"Spirit Moves" class, with Melinda Caroll, 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, third-floor dance studio at St. Andrew's Priory; $12. 546-4000.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
"The Vagina Monologues," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 5 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $20*-$45*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (732-7733 group discounts).
NATURE
Arboretum Tours, 10-11:30 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; repeats 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.
MIXED BAG
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
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.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
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.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
Children's Craft and Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Barnes & Noble; free. 737-3323.
Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns and more, 10:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Borders Waikele; repeats 11 a.m. Saturdays; free. 676-6699.
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 $14.95* general museum admission). Register: 847-8243.
Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5:30-9 p.m. (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); repeats Tuesdays. 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.
MUSIC
Royal Hawaiian Band, 6:45 a.m., Pier 10, Aloha Tower Marketplace; part of Boat Day and the arrival of the MS Statendam; free. 922-5331.
Mayor's Aloha Music Break, with Gaylord Rieta, Hawaiian contemporary, noon-1 p.m. Wednesdays, Tamarind Park; free. 523-4674 or 527-5666.
"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m., DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 931-2655.
Jazz Hounds, 7 p.m., The Haunt; free. 943-0371.
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.
Natalie Merchant, 8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hawaii Ballroom; $37.50. 526-4400.
"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080 or 236-7104.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly known as the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Line Dancin' with Salome, 6 p.m. beginning, $3; 7:15 p.m. intermediate, $4; Wednesdays, Ala Wai Elementary School. 737-4596.
Adult Tap Classes, 6:30 p.m. intermediate and 7:30 p.m. advanced, Wednesdays, Waikiki Community Center; $30 for 10 weeks. 922-8401.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Kailua District Park pavilion; free. 262-7441.
Ballroom Dance Lessons by USABDA, learn the west coast swing and waltz, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Kahala Elementary School; $10 for six weeks plus $20 annual membership. 395-6320.
Swing Dance Lesson, Practice and Potluck Snack, 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free basic lesson at 7:30 p.m.; $4. 236-4082.
Taketina Classes, 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 6, Mo'ili'ili Community Center; $10 per session. 955-1555.
Salsa Lessons, 7:30 p.m. beginning and 8:30 p.m. advanced, Wednesdays, Honolulu Club; $8. 721-2123.
New York Salsa Styling Class, with Minnie Ruiz, 8-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Aloha Activity Center; $15 singles, $25 couples. Register: 926-8037.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
Dances We Dance offers classes in modern dance; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; at the studio at Mo'ili'ili Community Center; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 537-2152.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
"Over the River and Through the Woods," 7:30 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 27; $25*. 988-6131.
"The Vagina Monologues," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 5 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $20*-$45*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (732-7733 group discounts).
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.
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.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
Hawaii Opera Theatre: "La Traviata," an opera production preview lecture, 10 a.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts Theater; repeats 4 p.m. Jan. 26; $3*. 532-8768 or 532-8701.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
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 Ka'iulani hotel; learn about Princess Victoria Ka'iulani and the 'Ainahau mansion where she once lived; meet in the hotel's main lobby; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; free. 922-5811.
Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 6-9 p.m., (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (586-6151, 235-1143); repeats Wednesdays. Also: 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); and 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); free.
MUSIC
Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m., third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080 or 236-7104.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly known as the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Windward Mall; free. 262-7441.
Scandinavian Folk Dance, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Atherton YMCA; $3. 386-2876.
24-VII Danceforce offers classes in hip-hop, jazz and ballet, daily except Sundays, at its Kane'ohe studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 235-5141.
Art-of-Dance Studio, Manoa Marketplace, offers classes in belly dancing, flamenco, hula, hip-hop/funk, samba/salsa, Tahitian and ballroom; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 224-4777.
The Movement Center offers classes in jazz, ballet, tap, acting and other performing arts, daily except Sundays, at its Kaimuki studio; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 735-8641.
STAGE
"Over the River and Through the Woods," 7:30 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 27; $25*. 988-6131.
"The Insanity Case of Mrs. A. Lincoln," presented by The Actors Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $10. 591-7999.
"The Vagina Monologues," 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 5 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 3; $20*-$45*. 528-0506, 526-4400 (732-7733 group discounts).
"Ola's Son," 9 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; repeats 9 p.m. Jan. 25 and 26; $15. 528-0506.
"To the Last Hawaiian Soldier," 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 10; $5-$16. 536-4441.
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.
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.
"Color Play: Exploring the Art, Science and Culture of Color" exhibition, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Castle Memorial Building, Bishop Museum; continues daily through Feb. 3; museum admission: $14.95* ($7.95* kama'aina). 848-4160.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Kuhio Beach Park; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
The Star of Honolulu Hawaiiana and Lunch Cruises, with Hawaiian crafts and humpback whale watching, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8; deluxe fare, with buffet lunch: $39.95* ($29.50* kama'aina); standard fare, without lunch: $27.95* ($19.50* kama'aina). 983-7827.
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.
Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; repeats Thursdays; also 4:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, 1 p.m. Saturdays at Daiei Waipahu, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
Taiko Drumming Classes, Kapi'olani Community College, Office of Continuing Education and Training; repeats Sundays and Thursdays through Feb. 28; fees vary. Class schedule/registration: 737-7236.
