Half a year's worth of fun events
Here it is the end of June already. Where did the first half of the year go? As promised, here's a calendar of community events, from stage to bon dances, from concerts to Honolulu City Lights, for the next six months.
Full-price admission is listed. The * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members and/or children. Call the venue for details.
Dates and details are subject to change.
JULY
3 — Jazz, Food and Wine Festival, with fireworks, guitarist Larry Carlton, stargazing and more, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort. $25*. 293-8811.
3 — 7th Annual Patriots Celebration, honoring the Honolulu Police Department, Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services, 6 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Coral Ballroom; benefit for the Hawaii Foodbank. $175. 836-3600, ext. 239.
3 — Muzik Independence Day Massive, fund-raiser for Musical Youth of Hawai'i, 8 p.m.-4 a.m., World Cafe. $10. 479-3008.
3 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring the Pacific Fleet Band Wind Ensemble, food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
4 — Independence Day
4 — Turtle Independence Day, from 8:30 a.m., Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Resort. A collaboration with Sea Life Park's Turtle Ambassador Program, with canoe rides and the release of turtles at sea. (808) 885-6622.
4 — Fourth of July Rodeo, 9 a.m.-noon, Parker Ranch Arena. Featuring horse races, roping, pony rides, wagon tours, petting zoo, food and more. $5*. (808) 885-2303.
4 — Fourth of July Parade, with marching units, floats, clowns and more, 10 a.m., Kainalu Street, Kailua. Free. 261-2727.
4 — Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race, 3 p.m. lakeside at Waikoloa Beach Resorts' Kings' Shops. A $5 donation for a duckie, available from 10 a.m.; entertainment, evening fireworks; benefit for United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawai'i. (808) 532-6744.
4 — Fourth of July Concert in the Sky, 3 p.m., Vidinha Stadium. Entertainment, food, family games, fireworks; benefit for Kaua'i Hospice. $7-$10. (808) 635-0919.
4 — Fourth of July Starlight Sail, 6:30-9:30 p.m., from Wai'anae Harbor. Dinner, star-gazing, views of holiday fireworks; benefit for Wild Dolphin Foundation. $75. 306-7273.
4— Old-Fashioned 4th of July, with fireworks at 8 p.m. over the ocean, Lahaina, Maui. (808) 667-9193, 667-9175.
4 — Fireworks Show, preceded by Tino & the Rhythm Klub and the Society of Seven Las Vegas, music at 4:30 p.m., fireworks at 8:15 p.m., Sills Field, Schofield Barracks. Free. 438-1980, 438-4480.
4 — 4th of July Fireworks Show, synchronized to a musical score, 8:30 p.m., Magic Island. Free. 955-9517.
4 — Fireworks displays, from 8:30 p.m. at Waikoloa Resort, from 8:45 p.m. at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, from 9 p.m. at Four Seasons Resort.
4-6 — Blazin' Circus, extreme sports and music festival, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $15*. 526-4400.
4-7 — Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, Kapalua Resort, Maui. Featuring four days and nights of food and wine events, with tastings, cooking demos, a gala and more. $625 pass includes admission to all events; benefits local charities. (800) KAPALUA.
5 — Kane'ohe Higashi Hongwanji, bon dance, 7-10 p.m., 45-520 Kea'ahala Road. Free. 247-2661.
5-6 — Mo'ili'ili Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m., 902 University Ave. Free. 949-1659.
5-6 — Soto Zen temple Zenshuji, bon dance, 8 p.m., Hanapepe, Kaua'i; service at 6 p.m. Free. (808) 335-3521.
5-7 — "super Secret Squad," a Kumu Kahua production of a Lee Cataluna play, continues at 8 p.m. July 5-6, 2 p.m. July 7, Kumu Kahua Theatre. $16*. 536-4441.
5-7 — "The Winter's Tale," the Shakespeare tragicomedy, presented by the newly formed, nonprofit Mana Players Acting Group, 7:30 p.m. July 5-6, 2 p.m. July 7, Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa. Free, but donations accepted. 528-4985.
6 — Hula Ho'olauna Aloha Hula Festival, performances by Hawai'i and Japan halau, and appearances by Na Leo Pilimehana and Konishiki, noon, Ala Moana Shopping Center; also, competition on July 7, doors open 12:30 p.m., competition begins 3 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Coconut Grove. Free. 955-9517, 923-7311.
6 — 5th Annual Harmonica Recital, with the Honbushin Harmonica Band, Ichigu Harmonica Band and the Small World Harmonica Band, 2-4 p.m., Tenney Theatre. Free. 833-4336.
6 — Moloka'i Guzeiji Soto Mission, bon dance, 6:30 p.m., Kaunakakai; 5:30 p.m. Drum performances by Hawai'i Matsuri Taiko. Free. (808) 553-5197.
6 — "Doors Tribute," with the tribute band Morrison, 7 p.m., Waikiki Shell; $10-$17.50. 526-4400.
6 — Kohala Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., Hala'ula, Big Island; service at 7 p.m. Free. (808) 775-7232.
6-7 — "Sunset on the Beach," with a Fourth of July theme and movies ("Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" July 6, "Ice Age" July 7 — subject to change) on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
6-13 — 55th annual Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 6-12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 13, McKinley High School cafeteria. Free admission. 536-4174.
7 — Family Sunday at Bishop Museum, entertainment, food booths and the latest exhibit, "Jurassic Park." $3 general, $10 family of four (two adults and two children 4-12). 847-3511.
10 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Kilinahe, Miss Aloha Hula Malia Peterson and an 'ukulele drawing, food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
10 — George Winston, solo guitar, 7:30 p.m., Kilauea Theater, Kilauea, Kaua'i; $25 general, $20 advance. (808) 828-0438, www.dancingcat.com.
10-28 — "The Cripple of Inishmaan," by Martin McDonagh, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through July 28, Manoa Valley Theatre. $25. 988-6131.
11 — AIG presents Moonlight Mele on the Lawn, with the Brothers Cazimero, 7 p.m., Bishop Museum. $15*. 847-8290.
11 — Summer Twilight Concert Series at Foster Botanical Garden, featuring Protea (Hawaiian mixed plate), 4:30-7 p.m. Free. 522-7064.
12 — George Winston, solo piano, 7:30 p.m., Castle Theater, Maui Cultural Center, Kahului, Maui. $10-$25*. (808) 242-7469, www.dancingcat.com.
12-13 — Waipahu Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 94-821 Kuhaulua St.; services at 6:30 p.m. Free. 677-4221.
12-13 — Pa'ia Mantokuji Soto Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., Pa'ia, Maui. Free. (808) 579-8051.
12-13 — West Hongwanji Hanapepe, bon dance, 8 p.m., Hanapepe, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 338-1847.
12-13 — Hale'iwa Jodo Shu, bon dance, 8-11 p.m. July 12 and 8 p.m.-midnight July 13, 66-279 A Hale'iwa Road; service at 6:30 p.m.; Toro Nagashi at 9 p.m. July 13 only. Free. 637-4382.
12-14 — Koboji Shingon Mission, bon dance, 7-10:30 p.m. July 12 and 7-11 p.m. July 13, 1223-B N. School St.; services 6:30 p.m. with Hatsu-bon service 9 a.m. July 14. Free. 841-7033.
13 — Lyon Arboretum Summer Plant Sale, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Free admission. 988-0464.
13 — ArtSpree 2002, with performances, activities, demonstrations and more, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., The Contemporary Museum. Free. 526-1322.
13 — Halla Huhm Korean Dance Studio recital, featuring 40 dancers in 20 dances, drum numbers and two dances newly added to the repertoire; 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa. $5. 949-2888.
13 — Tendai Mission of Hawai'i, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 23 Jack Lane. Free. 595-2556.
13 — Pa'aiuilo Hongwanji Mission, 8 p.m., Pa'auilo, Big Island; service at 7 p.m. Free. (808) 775-7232.
13 — 17th annual DMC American Battleground, a DJ competition, featuring DJ Craze, with Pacific regionals, 8 p.m.-4 a.m. at Wave Waikiki, for 18 and older. $10, $15. 941-0424, ext. 12, or 591-3500.
13-14 — Pacific Handcrafters Guild 28th annual Summer Festival, with fine arts and crafts, entertainment, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 14 at Thomas Square. Free admission. 841-0171.
13-14 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies ("Spy Kids" July 13, "American Graffiti" July 14 — subject to change) on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
13-14 — Daifukuji Soto Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m. July 13, Honalo, Kona; Taiko performance at 9 p.m.; service at 9:30 a.m. July 14; free. (808) 322-3524.
13-14 — "'Ukulele 2002: A Weekend with the Masters," with workshops by Auntie Genoa Keawe, Melveen Leed and more, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. July 13, and 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. July 14, Windward Community College. $85 a day or $150* package. 235-7433, www.hawaiimusicinstitute.com.
14 — Frank De Lima's 53rd birthday and fundraiser for his Student Enrichment Program, includes buffet brunch and comedy by De Lima; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Wisteria restaurant banquet rooms. $25 ($15 tax deductible). 591-9276.
14 — "Pianomania 2002," 270 young pianists performing in each of two concerts with two different programs, and silent auction; 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. $10.50. 591-2211.
14 — Ho'olauna Pu Kakou Annual Hula Event, food, hula works-in-progress, awards, with Halau Mohala 'Ilima, 3-6 p.m., King Intermediate School. $5. 261-0689.
14 — George Winston, solo piano, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre. $17.50-$35. 528-0506, www.dancingcat.com.
17 — 3rd Annual Garlic Festival of Hawai'i, with food, a garlic lover's store, entertainment, auction, fresh produce, 4-10 p.m., Ward Warehouse. $2*. 545-4195.
17 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring the Makaha Sons and an 'ukulele drawing, food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
18 — Summer Twilight Concert Series at Foster Botanical Garden, featuring Angel Harp Ensemble with butterfly dancer, 4:30-7 p.m. Free. 522-7064.
18 — Hawai'i Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., salsa, merengue and jazz, featuring SalsAloha; Unity Church, Diamond Head Circle. $15*. 734-0397.
18-19 — Hawai'i International Jazz Festival, with Herbie Mann, Keahi Conjugacion, Gabe Baltazar and others, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. $20-$40. 591-2211, 526-4400, www.hawaiijazz.com. Also July 20-21 at the Outrigger Wailea Resort on Maui. The Advertiser is a sponsor.
July 19-Aug. 4 — Hawai'i State Farm Fair — July 19-21, 26-28, Aug. 2-4, Aloha Stadium parking lot. Hours: 6 p.m.-midnight Fridays, Saturdays; noon-midnight Sundays. $3*. 848-2074.
19 — Ka Leo Hano, the new Maui music awards saluting pioneers in island music, 7-9 p.m., Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. $15, $20 and $25. (808) 572-5730
19 — Melissa Etheridge in concert, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Arena, 526-4400. Also, 7 p.m. July 20, Maui Arts & Cultural Center, (808) 242-7469. Tickets for either concert are $45 and $55.
July 19-Aug. 4 — "You Somebody," a play by Lee Cataluna, directed by Mark Lutwak, 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 4, Diamond Head Theatre; $10-$40. 733-0274. The Advertiser is a sponsor.
19-20 — Rissho Kosei-Kai Hawai'i Kyokai, bon dance, 7-9 p.m., 2280 Auhuhu St., Pearl City; Japanese and Okinawan Dance, with food and game booths; service at 9 a.m. July 14. Free. 455-3212.
19-20 — Wai'anae Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m. July 20, 85-762 Old Government Road; service at 7 p.m. July 19; free. 696-3125.
19-20 — Shinshu Kyokai Mission, bon dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m., 1631 S. Beretania St. Free. 973-0156.
19-20 — Hale'iwa Shingon Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., 66-469 Pa'ala'a Road; service at 6:30 p.m. Free. 637-4423.
19-20 — L?hu'e Hongwanji, bon dance, 8 p.m., Lihu'e, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 338-1847.
20 — Prince Lot Hula Festival, with 11 hula schools, arts and crafts, food, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Moanalua Gardens. Free. 839-5334.
20 — "Midsummer Night's Gleam," festival and stroll through a candle-lit Foster Botanical Garden, 4:30-10 p.m. Free, but donations accepted. 522-7064.
20 — Honolulu Men's Chorus dinner concert featuring the music of Waikiki, 7 p.m. dinner, 8:30 p.m. concert, Don Ho's at Aloha Tower Marketplace. $40 general, $35 advance. 429-9600, 922-4137, 537-2113.
20 — Kailua Hongwanji Temple, bon dance, 7-10:30 p.m., 30-D Maluniu Ave. Free. 262-4560.
20 — Honoka'a Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., 45-5016 Plumeria St., Honoka'a, Big Island; service at 7 p.m. Free. (808) 775-7232.
20-21 — Waikiki Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, featuring a variety of art by island artisans. 696-6717.
20-21 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies ("Fly Away Home" July 20, edited version of "Erin Brokovich" July 21 — subject to change) on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
20-21 — Hawai'i International Jazz Festival, with Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, David Choy and others, 7-10 p.m. Saturday and 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Outrigger Wailea Resort on Maui. $20-$40. www.hawaiijazz.com. The Advertiser is a sponsor.
20-21 — Hale'iwa Arts Festival, featuring juried visual arts, entertainment, storytellers, kids activities, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 21, Hale'iwa Beach Park. Free admission. 637-2277.
20-27 — Koloa Plantation Days, Koloa town, Kaua'i. A weeklong celebration with a rodeo, tours, cooking demonstration, parade and more. (808) 822-0734.
22 — Po'okela Banquet and Awards, honoring the best in community theater, 6 p.m., Ko'olau Golf Course. $50*; VIP tables available. 261-3475.
23 — '70s Soul Jam, with The Chi-Lites, The Delfonics, The Stylistics, Cuba Gooding Sr. and more, 7 p.m., Blaisdell Arena. $35-$45. 526-4400.
24 —"AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Keoki Kahumoku and Herb Ohta Jr., 'ukulele, the Langley 'Ukulele Ensemble, and 'ukulele drawing, food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
25-26 — Celia Cruz, and her West Coast Orchestra featuring Yari More, 7 p.m. July 26, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Grand Ballroom; $40. 941-5216. On Maui: 7:30 p.m. July 25, Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater; $35 general, $30 advance, $10 children 12 and younger. (808) 242-7469.
26 — "Once Upon One Kapakahi Time," highlights of the Lisa Matsumoto/Roslyn pidgin musicals, presented by 'Ohi'a Productions, Hawai'i Theatre. $15-$35*. 528-0506.
26-27 — KCCN Fm100 Birthday Bash, with Mana'o Company, Keahiwai, Fiji, Kapena, Oshen, 'Ekolu, Koa'uka, Norm, Reign and the Island Music MVPs on July 26; Three Plus, Sean Na'auao, Natural Vibrations, Darrell Labrado, Opihi Pickers, Pati, Native Blend and the Island Music MVPs July 27; gates open 4:30 p.m., "Live at Five" segment at 5 p.m., shows starts at 5:30 p.m., Waikiki Shell. $18 lawn, $19.50 terrace, $25 pool; two-day tickets are $30 lawn, $32 upper terrace. 526-4400, 296-1003.
26-27 — Higashi Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 1685 Alaneo St., Honolulu; service 7 p.m. Free. 531-9088.
26-27 — Pearl City Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 858 Second St.; services at 6:30 p.m. Free. 455-1680.
26-27 — Wahiawa Ryusenji (Soto) Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 164 California Ave.; 7 p.m. July 26, taiko performances by Hawai'i Matsuri Taiko's Mililani, Honolulu and Wahiawa Classes and 8:30 p.m. performances by Hawai'i Matsuri Taiko Performing Group and Youth Group. Free. 622-1429.
26-27 — Waimea Shingon, bon dance, 8 p.m., Waimea, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 338-1847.
26-28 — 12th Annual Hawaii All-Collectors Show, 4-9 p.m. July 26, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 27, and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 28, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $3.75*. 941-9754, www.ukulele.com.
27 — "Ho'olauna Hou 2002," annual hula fund-raiser concert by Halau Mele (kumu hula Keola Lake), with guests Martin Pahinui, George Kuo, Ku'uipo Kumukahi and others, 5-8 p.m., McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park. $25, includes lu'au dinner. 566-6969.
27-28 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki; free admission. 523-2489.
28 — 32nd annual 'Ukulele Festival, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Kapi'iolani Park bandstand. Free. 732-3739.
31 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Rubber Soul (Beatles music), food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
Also in July: Hawaii Bridal Expo, July 19-21.
AUGUST
2 — Marine Forces Pacific band concert, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden, Kane'ohe. Free. 233-7323.
2-3 — Tommy Chong & Shelby and the Family Stoned, 9 p.m., Gussie L'Amour's. $20. 926-3000, 836-7883, www.tommychong.com.
2-3 — Koganji Temple, bon dance, 5:30-10:30 p.m., 2869 O'ahu Ave., Manoa; food booths open at 5:30 p.m., taiko performance 8:30 p.m.; children's lantern parade at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 2 only. Free. 988-7214.
2-3 — Palolo Higashi Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 1641 Palolo Ave; services at 7 p.m. Free. 732-1491.
2-3 — Kapa'a Jodo Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., Kapa'a, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 338-1847.
2-3 — Waipahu Soto Zen Temple Taiyoji, bon dance, 8 p.m., 94-413 Waipahu St. Free. 671-3103.
3 — Hilo Taishoji Soto Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m. 275 Kino'ole St. Free. (808) 935-8407.
3 — Waialua Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 67-313 Kealohanui St.; service at 6:30 p.m. Free. 622-4320.
3 — Ho'okena, with Raiatea Helm, 8 p.m., Kahilu Theatre, Big Island. (808) 885-6868.
3-4 — 7th Annual AT&T Hawai'i Dragon Boat Festival, with boat races, entertainment, crafts and more, Ala Moana Beach Park. Free. 526-6600.
3-4 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies (edited versions of "The Mask of Zorro" Aug. 3, "The Mummy" Aug. 4 — subject to change) on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
7 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Jimmy Borges & His All-Star Band (jazz and big-band sounds), food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
9 — The Makaha Sons Summer Series, with guest Sistah Robi Kahakalau, 6-8 p.m. dinner show, Makaha Resort. $32 includes buffet dinner; also, cocktail show, 9-10 p.m., $15 includes one drink. 695-7504.
9 — Hiroshima, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre. Ticket details to be announced. 528-0506.
9-10 — Jikoen Hongwanji, bon dance, 6:30-9:45 p.m. Aug. 9 and 6-9:45 p.m. Aug. 10, 1731 N. School St.; food booths open 6 p.m. Aug. 9 and 5 p.m. Aug. 10; service at 4 p.m. Aug. 10 only. Free. 845-3422.
9-10 — Shingon Shu Hawai'i Betsuin, bon dance, 7-11 p.m., 915 Sheridan St. Free. 941-5663.
9-10 — Kahuku Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10; service at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9; free. 622-4320.
9-10 — 'Aiea Soto Mission Taiheiji, bon dance, 8 p.m., 99-045 Kahale St. Free. 488-6794.
9-10 — Koloa Jodo Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., Koloa, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 338-1847.
10 — No Doubt, pop rockers, in concert, 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.), Blaisdell Arena. $28.50, $38.50, on sale beginning June 29. 526-4400.
10 — "Ka Himeni Ana," an evening of unamplified Hawaiian music, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre. Ticket details to be announced. 528-0506.
10 — Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., 216 Moho'uli St.; service at 7 p.m. Free. (808) 935-8968.
10-11 — "Keiki Fair," with children's products and service providers, authors and speakers, a dress-up party, inflatables and more; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 11, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $5*. 255-4710. The Advertiser is a sponsor.
10-11 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, Wai'anae; free admission. 523-2489.
14 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring A Touch of Gold (oldies but goodies), food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
16 — Admission Day
16-17 — Mililani Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 95-257 Kaloapau St.; service at 9 a.m. Aug. 9. Free. 625-0925.
16-17 — Soto Mission of Hawai'i Betsuin (Shoboji), bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 1708 Nu'uanu Ave. Free. 537-9409.
16-17 — Jodo Mission of Hawai'i, bon dance, 7:30-11 p.m., 1429 Makiki St. Free. 949-3995.
16-17 — Kapa'a Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., Kapa'a, Kaua'i. Free. (808) 822-4667.
16-18 — Made in Hawai'i Festival, with cooking demonstrations, Hawaiiana collectibles session and more, noon-9 p.m. Aug. 16, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Aug. 17 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 18, Blaisdell Center; $2 general, children under 6 free. 533-1292, www.madeinhawaiifestival.com.
17 — Frank B. Shaner Hawaiian Falsetto Contest, part of the Aloha Festivals, 7 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre. $20-$30*. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
17 — Kamuela Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 8 p.m., on Church Row, Big Island; service at 7 p.m. Free. (808) 775-7232.
17-18 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
21 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Audie Kimura, romantic vocals, guitar), food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
22 — AIG presents Moonlight Mele on the Lawn, with the Makaha Sons, 7 p.m., Bishop Museum. $15*. 847-8290.
23-24 — Rinzai Zen Mission Obon Dance Festival, 5-9:30 p.m. Aug. 23 and 3-9:30 p.m. Aug. 24, Pa'ia; with food, plant and craft booths and entertainment. Free. (808) 242-1560.
24 — Kapahulu Senior Center, bon dance, 5-10 p.m., 3410 Campbell Ave.; with food booths. Free. 737-1748.
24 — Blue Rain: South Asian Music in a Modern World, featuring Maui-born brothers Stacy and Tracy Medeiros, and Ehsan Reza and Rafique Islam from Bangladesh, for a concert of South Asian sounds combined with Western, Latin, reggae and other styles; 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts theater. $15*. 532-8700.
24 — 'Aiea Hongwanji Mission, bon dance, 7:30 p.m., 99-186 Puakala Road; service at 6:30 p.m. Free. 488-5685.
24-25 — Waikiki Artfest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kapi'olani Park, featuring a variety of island artifacts. 696-6717.
24-25 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
28 — "AT&T's Wildest Show in Town," featuring Latin Jazz Night (band to be organized by Noel Okimoto), food booths, kiddie activities, 6-7 p.m. (doors open 4:35 p.m.), Honolulu Zoo. $1 donation. 531-0101, 971-7171.
Aug. 31-Sept. 1 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screeen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
Also in August: Bayfest, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 16-18.
SEPTEMBER
2 — Labor Day
4-22 — "A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline," musical revue by Dean Regan, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Sept. 22, Manoa Valley Theatre. $30. 988-6131.
5-21 — "Oklahoma!" the Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein evergreen, directed by Glenn Cannon. Show opens at 8 p.m. Sept. 5, repeat Fridays-Saturdays through Sept. 21. Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. $15 and $12*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
6 — The Makaha Sons Summer Series, with guest Mel Cabang, 6-8 p.m. dinner show, Makaha Resorts. $32 includes buffet dinner; also, cocktail show, 9-10 p.m., $15 includes one drink. 695-7504.
7 — Windward Ho'olaule'a, with entertainment, crafts, food and more, 2-10:30 p.m., Mehana and Kawa streets in Kane'ohe; part of the Aloha Festivals. 239-9003, www.alohafestivals.com.
7-8 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screeen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
Sept. 7-Oct. 5 — "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Day," written and adapted by Judith Viorst, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth. 1:30 and 4:30 p.m., repeating Sept. 14 and 28, and Oct. 5, Leeward Community College Theatre. Recommended for 5 and older. $12*. 839-9885.
8 — "Going to See the Elephant," a collaboration by six authors, presented by Sundays @ 2 Matinee Readers Theatre, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Repeats 2 p.m. Sept. 15 and 22. $6. 438-4480, 438-5230.
13 — Aloha Festivals opening ceremony, 'Iolani Palace. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
13 — Aloha Festivals downtown ho'olaule'a, with food and entertainment, Bishop Street. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
14 — Aloha Festivals, floral parade, Waikiki. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
14 — "The Mauka Makai ... Voyage of Discovery," benefit for the Cancer Research Center of Hawai'i, with food, entertainment and silent auction, 5-10 p.m., Kaka'ako Gateway Park, Children's Discovery Center. $200. 589-2407.
14-15 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screeen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
14-15 — "A Taste of Lahaina," showcasing Maui restaurants, farmers market, beer garden, wine tasting, cooking demonstrations, kids games, entertainment, 5-10 p.m. Sept. 14-15, Lahaina Special Events Arena. $2*. Benefit for Maui youth groups. (808) 667-9193, 667-9175.
20 — "Aloha Festivals, Waikiki Ho'olaule'a, Kalakaua Avenue. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
20 — "Aloha Festivals, Keauhou Ho'olaule'a and lei contest, Big Island. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
20-29 — "The Boy who Stole the Stars," blending fantasy and reality, directed by Tamara Hunt, premiering at 8 p.m. Sept. 20, Kennedy Theatre. Stargazing party on the lawn on opening night. Repeats 8 p.m. Sept. 21 and 28, and 2 p.m. Sept. 29. $10*. 956-7655.
21 — Autumn Okinawan Dance Matsuri, bon dance, 6 p.m., 94-587 Uke'e St., Waipi'o Gentry. Free. 676-5400.
21 — Aloha Festivals Waimea Parade and Ho'olaule'a, Big Island. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
21-22 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screen, food, entertainment, Waimanalo. Free admission. 523-2489.
27-28 — Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Series opens with Lou Rawls, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. Season subscriptions are $119-$364. Individual tickets will be available later. 792-2000.
27-29 — 18th Annual Hawai'i Seniors' Fair, with exhibits, entertainment, games and more, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Free. 832-7878.
Sept. 27-Oct. 13 — "Chicago," the musical by John Kaner, with book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, Diamond Head Theatre. Repeats 8 pm. Thursdays-Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 13. $10-$40. 733-0274.
28 — Aloha Festivals, Hilo Ho'olaule'a, Big Island. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
28 — Aloha Festivals, Waikoloa Ho'olaule'a, Big Island. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
28 — Aloha Festivals, parade and Ho'olaule'a, Moloka'i. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
28 — Aloha Festivals, parade, 9-11 a.m., Lana'i City, Lana'i. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
28 — Aloha Festivals, ho'olaule'a, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Dole Park, Lana'i. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
28-29 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screeen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
OCTOBER
5 — Aloha Festivals, ho'olaule'a, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Kaua'i Country Building Lawn, Lihu'e. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
5 — Japanese Traditional Performing Arts: Koryu Nishikawa Puppet Troupe and Shinnai Music, living treasure Wakasanojo, master of delicate, passionate Shinnai music, narrates a performance of a puppet theater form originating at the end of the Edo period in Japan; 7:30 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
5-6 — "Sunset on the Beach," with movies on a 30-foot screeen, food, entertainment, 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach, Waikiki. Free admission. 523-2489.
Oct. 5-Jan. 5 — "Genetics!" exhibit that examines scientific and ethical issues, with intertactive displays, Bishop Museum. $14.95*. 847-3511.
12-13 — Pacific Handcrafters Guild Fall Festival, with fine arts and crafts, entertainment, Thomas Square. Free admission. 841-0171.
14 — 'Ilima Awards, fund-raising event including an awards show and tasting — a benefit for Diamond Head Theatre, held on the theater grounds. 733-0274.
15 — Family Sunday at Bishop Museum, entertainment, food booths, "Genetics!" exhibit. $3 general, $10 family of four (two adults and two children 4-12). 847-3511.
17 — W.S. Merwin, poet, takes a turn in the Mission Houses Museum's Distinguished Speakers Series, 7 p.m. at the museum. Free. 531-0481.
18-19 — Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Series with pianist-vocalist Michael Feinstein, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. Season subscriptions are $119-$364. Individual tickets available later. 792-2000.
19 —ÊAloha Festivals, Queen Ka'ahumanu Center Ho'olaule'a, Maui. 589-1771, www.alohafestivals.com.
19 — Amadeus Trio, featuring Marian Hahn on piano, Timothy Baker on violin and Jeffrey Solow on cello; 7:30 p.m. Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
Oct. 19-Nov. 9 —Ê"Amazing Adventures of the Marvelous Monkey King," by Elizabeth Wong, based on Chinese tales. Presented by the Honolulu Theatre for Youth, recommended for 7 and older. 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., repeats Oct. 26, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; and 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 2 and 9, Windward Community College Theatre. $12*. 839-9885.
24-26, 30-31 — "The ARTS at Marks Garage Haunted House," a fundraiser, 7 p.m.-midnight, The ARTS at Marks Garage. 521-2903.
25 — Aston Full Moon Concert Series, with Na Leo Pilimehana, 6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand. Free. 931-1400.
Oct. 25-Nov. 3 — "Lysistrata," by Aristophanes, translated by Kenneth McLeish and directed by Glenn Cannon. Repeats 8 p.m. Oct. 26, 31 and Nov. 1, 2, and 2 p.m. Nov. 3 at Kennedy Theatre. $12*. 956-7655.
Oct. 30-Nov. 17 — "Honk!" musical comedy, with music by George Stiles and book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 17, Manoa Valley Theatre. $30. 988-6131.
31 — Halloween
31 — Halloween in Lahaina, with Front Street closed to vehicles 4 p.m.-2 a.m., children's costume parade at 4:30 p.m., crafts, food booths, entertainment, The Great Halloween Costume Contest in Banyan Tree Park at 7 p.m. Free admission. (808) 667-9193, 667-9175.
31 — "Treat Street," Bishop Museum's annual safe trick-or-treating event, with contests, storytelling, games and food. Free. 847-3511.
NOVEMBER
1 — Hawai'i International Film Festival's Fall Film Festival, Nov. 1-10 on O'ahu, Nov. 8-10 on the Neighbor Islands. 528-3456.
2-3 — "Walking Out the Dark," by dance troupe Evidence, led by artistic director Ron Brown, focusing on the metaphor of emerging from darkness into light; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3, 2 p.m. Nov. 3, Hawai'i Theatre; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
5 — Election Day
9 — Harbor Festival, including tugboat hula competition, canoe challenge, keiki treasure hunt, Aloha Tower Marketplace. Free. 566-2337
11 — Veteran's Day
14-30 — "Smokey Joe's Cafe," a musical with the songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, at Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Show opens at 8 p.m. Nov. 14, repeats Fridays-Saturdays through Nov. 30. Season tickets: $56 and $44 general, $28 and $29 children. Individual tickets: $15 and $12 for adults, $8 and $6 for children. 438-4480, 438-5230.
15-16 — Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Series with Keola Beamer, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. Season subscriptions are $119-$364. Individual tickets will be available later. 792-2000.
16 — Herold String Quartet, from Prague, with a repertoire that includes Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Dvorak and others; 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
Nov. 17-Dec. 1 — "The Sea Horse," a drama by Edward J. More, 2 p.m., Sundays @ 2 Matinee Readers Theatre, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Repeats Nov. 17, 24, and Dec. 1. $6. 438-4480, 438-5230.
22-23 — "Theatrefest 2002," by Pacific Young Playwrights, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 7:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre. Recommended for 10 and older. Season tickets on sale now. $12*. 839-9885.
22-23 — Wycliffe Gordon Quartet, hard-swinging, straight-ahead jazz; time and date to be announced for Nov. 22 concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 23, Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
28 — Thanksgiving
30 — Hanukkah
Nov. 30-Dec. 1 — Mission Houses Museum's 30th annual Holiday Craft Fair, with arts and crafts, entertainment and food booths, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on the museum grounds. Free admission. 531-0481.
Nov. 30-Dec. 21 — "Christmas Talk Story 2002," presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth in collaboration with Kumu Kahua Theatre. Performances at 2 and 8 p.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14 and 21, and 8 p.m. Dec. 6, 13, and 20, Tenney Theatre. Recommended for 6 and older. $12*. 839-9885.
DECEMBER
6 — Brian Wilson, founding member of the Beach Boys, performing at the Honolulu Marathon lu'au at the Waikiki Shell, 5:30 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. show. $20* for marathon participants. 734-7200, www.honolulumarathon.org.
6 — Aulos Ensemble, an early-music ensemble featuring flutist Christopher Krueger, oboist Marc Schachman, violinist Linda Quan, cellist Myron Lutzke and harpsichordist Arthur Haas; 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
6-15 — "Kyogen: Laughter for All Time," comedy directed by Julie A. Iezzi, Kennedy Theatre, Performances T 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7, 12-14, and 2 p.m. Dec. 15. $12*. 956-7655.
6-22 — "The Sound of Music," the musical by Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein, Diamond Head Theatre. Curtain times are 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 22. Season subscriptions: $180, $135, $90, $5. Individual tickets: $10-$40. 733-0274.
7 — Honolulu City Lights, the annual holiday tree-lighting ceremony in front of City Hall, public employees Electric Light Parade, and lighting of the downtown corridor, from 6 p.m., City Hall. Free. 523-2489.
7-8 — Pacific Handcrafters Guild Christmas Festival, with fine arts and crafts, entertainment, Thomas Square. Free admission. 841-0171.
8 — Honolulu Marathon, 5 a.m., from Ala Moana to Kapi'olani Park. 734-7200, www.honolulumarathon.org.
10-21 — Pacific Handcrafters Guild Foundation holiday sale, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays Dec. 10-Dec. 21, The ARTS at Marks Garage. Free admission. 521-2903.
11-15 — "Cookin'" a Korean percussion-fest that combines music, comedy, dance and contemporary versions of traditional Korean art forms; 7:30 p.m. Dec. 11-14, 2 p.m. Dec. 15, Hawai'i Theatre; ticket details to be announced. 956-8246.
13 — Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, the world's premiere banjo player and his band offer bluegrass, funk, world music, pop and jazz; details to be announced. 956-8246.
13-14 — Candlelight Christmas 2002, guided tours of the Mission Houses Museum with living-history vignettes in the spirit of Christmas past and present, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 13, 5-9 p.m. Dec. 14. $12*. 531-0481.
13-14 — Honolulu Symphony's Hawaiian Airlines Pops Series with Na Leo Pilimehana, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. Season subscriptions are $119-$364. Individual tickets will be available later. 792-2000.
13-22 — "Christmas Forgotten," a musical with traditional season songs, Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter. Vanita Rae Smith directs. Show opens at 8 p.m. Dec. 13, repeats Fridays-Saturdays though Dec. 22. Season tickets: $56 and $44 general, $28 and $29 children. Individual tickets: $15 and $12 general, $8 and $6 children. 438-4480, 438-5230.
20-22 — Ballet Hawaii's "Nutcracker," with stars of the American Ballet Theatre and the Honolulu Symphony, Blaisdell Concert Hall. Ticket and opening night gala information to be announced. 521-8600.
25 — Christmas
Also in December: Cazimero Christmas at the Hawai'i Theatre.
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this listing incorrectly listed the prices for the Ka Leo Hano awards event on July 19.
