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
Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., Fridays, 'Iolani Palace grounds; free. 922-5331.
Cindy Combs, Hawaiian music from her debut CD, "Slack Key Lady," 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.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
Simplisity, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
Mihana, 7:30 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
Ki MiChele, Chilly-Willy and The Love Notes, 7:30-9 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
The Brothers Cazimero, part of the Hawai'i Theatre's "Hana Hou" series, 8 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $30*. 528-0506.
DANCE
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Ainsley Halemanu and Kaliko O Kapalai, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Salsa Classes Cuban Style, with Ramon Ramos, visiting guest dancer from Havana, Cuba, 7:30-10 p.m., University of Hawai'i Dance Studio #3, $30; repeats 2-6 p.m. Saturday, $60; and 2-5 p.m. Sunday, $45. 722-3265.
STAGE
"Othello," a contemporary adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Shakespeare's classic tale of jealousy and intrigue, 3 p.m., Kaimuki Public Library; recommended for 10 and older; free. 733-8422.
"Incredible! Acrobats of China," presented by the New Shanghai Circus, 7 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; repeats 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday; $35*. 455-0385, 455-0388.
"The Fantasticks," presented by the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute; repeats 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday; $10*. Reservations: 973-5066.
"Flower Drum Song," presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; repeats Saturday, and March 15 and 16; $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
"Godspell," presented by the Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School Theatre; repeats 3 p.m. Sunday; $8*; also, benefit performance 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $10*. 733-4913.
"Little Shop of Horrors," presented by Tri-School Etc., 7:30 p.m., Mililani High School cafeteria; repeats Saturday, and March 15 and 16; $7*. 627-7747, ext. 306.
"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 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 March 24; $30*. 988-6131.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival Opening Ceremony, with demonstrations, performances and a video presentation, 6-7 p.m., Honolulu Hale; free. 597-8100.
COMEDY
Lanai & Augie's Comedy Shack, 7 p.m. Fridays through March 29, Dave & Buster's; $10. 589-2215.
Mel Cabang, comedy, 8-10 p.m. Fridays, Emporium Lounge, Times Square Shopping Center; followed by the band Honolulu, 10:15 p.m.-1:15 a.m.; $12. 484-5753.
Frank DeLima, 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Ohana Reef Towers, Polynesian Palace; repeats Saturdays; $19.50 includes two drinks. 923-7469, 922-6408.
MIXED BAG
Luk Tung Association, stretch, aerobic and flexibility exercise program, 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, Windward Mall Center Court; free. 235-1143.
'Iolani Palace Grand Tour, a 90-minute tour of the palace galleries and 'Iolani Barracks, beginning every 30 minutes between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays; $20* ($15* kama'aina). Galleries Tour only: $10*. 522-0832.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
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.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
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.
Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 4:30-6 p.m. at Town Center of Mililani and 5-7 p.m. at Kapolei Shopping Center; also, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall, and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
International Women's Day, with potluck supper, poetry, music and speakers, 6-8:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Center for Hawaiian Studies; free. 944-3106.
Family Bingo, 6:30-7 p.m. Fridays, Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
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.
"Bandit Queen: The Life of Phoolan Devi," a film about one of India's most famous women followed by a question-and-answer session, 7:30 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Art Auditorium; part of International Women's Day; $6*. 239-8112.
MUSIC
Royal Hawaiian Band, 10 a.m., Waipahu Gym Dedication; also, 3-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 922-5331, 235-1143.
Salt Lake Moanalua Elementary School Chorus, 10-10:45 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
'Ukulele Jam, with Jake Shimabukuro, Chris Kamaka, Baba Alimoot, Bryan Tolentino, Byron Yasui and others, 10-11 a.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach; free. 921-9711.
Keahi Conjugacion, jazz, blues, gospel, R&B/soul/funk, noon-12:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
Three Plus, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
A'i Laniwai, Hawaiian and contemporary, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
Community Chorus Festival, presented by The Honolulu Chorale, 7 p.m., Harris United Methodist Church; free. 538-0196.
Kona Winds Band, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
"In the Spotlight Concert," presented by the Iolani School Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.; First Presbyterian Church; free. 943-2313.
DANCE
Leeward Dance Company, student performances, 1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.
Salsa Classes Cuban Style, with Ramon Ramos, visiting guest dancer from Havana, Cuba, 2-6 p.m., University of Hawai'i Dance Studio #3, $60; repeats 2-5 p.m. Sunday, $45. 722-3265.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Coline Aiu and Halau Hula O Maiki, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
New England Style Contra Dance, presented by the Contra Dancers of Hawaii, 7-10:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College Chapel Building; $5*. 737-1887.
"Men Dancing," presented by Tau Dance Theater, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 4 p.m. Sunday; $28*. 528-0506.
Salsa Night, with music by Orquesta ÊÊSalsAloha and dance performances, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Campus Center Ballroom; $10. 455-8234.
STAGE
"Jogi and the Rainbow," puppet show for ages 3 to 7, presented by Joe Pipik of Washington, D.C., 10 a.m., Waialua Public Library; free. 637-4876.
"Incredible! Acrobats of China," presented by the New Shanghai Circus, 2 and 7 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; $35*. 455-0385, 455-0388.
"Othello," a contemporary adaptation by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Shakespeare's classic tale of jealousy and intrigue, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre; repeats March 16 and 23; recommended for 10 and older; $10*. 839-9885.
"The Fantasticks," presented by the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 7:30 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute; repeats 2 p.m. Sunday; $10*. Reservations: 973-5066.
"Flower Drum Song," presented by Army Community Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Richardson Theatre, Fort Shafter; repeats March 15 and 16; $15*. 438-4480, 438-5230.
"Godspell," benefit performance presented by the Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., Kaimuki High School Theatre; $10*; show repeats 3 p.m. Sunday; $8*. 733-4913.
"Little Shop of Horrors," presented by Tri-School Etc., 7:30 p.m., Mililani High School cafeteria; repeats March 15 and 16; $7*. 627-7747, ext. 306.
"Arena," presented by Loose Screws; eight actors enter and only one leaves in this competition by the improv theatrical group, 8 p.m., Lizard Loft, The ARTS at Marks Garage; $10. Reservations: 536-8047.
"Song of Singapore," a musical comedy set to 1940s swing music, 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 March 24; $30*. 988-6131.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
The Waldorfaire, with games, entertainment and international foods, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Honolulu Waldorf School, Niu Valley; free. 377-5471.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival at Honolulu Academy of Arts, with Japan-themed exhibits and performances, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; free. 597-8100.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival at Ala Moana Center, with a puppet show, hula performances and a lion dance, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; free. 597-8100.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival at Hawai'i Convention Center, with performances, demonstrations, displays and exhibits, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; free. 597-8100.
Ho'olauna Na Keiki Festival: A Gathering of Children, with House of I Hula Studio, Roy Sakuma's Ukulele Super Kids, Honolulu Dance Studio and Kaliko O Kapalai Hula Halau, 4-8 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats noon-4 p.m. Sunday; free. 922-2299.
COMEDY
Bo Irvine, comedy, 8-9:30 p.m., Emporium Lounge, Times Square Shopping Center; followed by the band Honolulu, 9:45 p.m.-1 a.m.; $12. 484-5753.
Frank DeLima, 8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Ohana Reef Towers, Polynesian Palace; repeats Fridays; $19.50 includes two drinks. 923-7469, 922-6408.
NATURE
Nu'uanu Adventure, a three-mile exploration of Kapena Falls and the Nu'uanu-Judd Loop Trail; presented by the Hawai'i Nature Center; for 8 and older; $14. For times or reservations: 955-0100.
Makapu'u Point, an easy, two-mile hike up the coastline, 8 a.m.; presented by the Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2. 528-1206.
Bird Walk, 8:30-10 a.m., Lyon Arboretum; wear comfortable clothes and sturdy footwear; bring binoculars, water, raingear, mosquito repellent, snack and a copy of "Hawaii's Birds"; for 10 and older; $10*. Register: 988-0456.
Ka'ena Point Nature Walk, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Yokohama Beach; presented by Lyon Arboretum; bring binoculars, lunch, water and sunscreen; swimsuit optional; $10*. Register: 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.
MIXED BAG
Designer Sample Sale, a fund-raiser for the American Society of Interior Designers, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Gentry Pacific Design Center; $2. 528-4428.
'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.
"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; free. 948-3299.
Book Sale, presented by the Friends of the Aiea Public Library, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 'Aiea Public Library; free. 483-7333.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
"The Creative Kid Show Conference," a workshop featuring children entertainers David Ginn, Sammy Smith and Steve Taylor, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Blaisdell Center Conference Rooms; $45*. Register: 488-5162.
Stamp, Coin and Currency Show, hosted by the Hawaii Stamp and Coin Dealers Association, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Richards Street YWCA; free. 531-6251.
Cat Fanciers' Association Championship and Household Pet Cat Show, sponsored by the Hawaii All Breed Cat Club, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse; $4*. 262-7535.
Women's History Walking Tour, with stories of ali'i and missionary women of Hawai'i, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Mission Houses Museum; $20*. 531-0481.
808 XSpeedition, motorsport event presented by the Drift Session and 808 Speed, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawaii Raceway Park; $10*. 551-1164.
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. 676-6698.
Keiki Storytime and Kids Kraft Korner, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.
Connie Hennings-Chilton, illustrator of the children's book "Kapono and the Turtle," noon, Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.
Go Carting, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 1 p.m.; $45. For details or reservations: 524-2712.
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 from 4 to 6 p.m., and "Star Trek-Insurrection" on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; free. 523-2489.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues, near the Honolulu Zoo; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
American Box Car Racing International, open and championship racing for the beginning of the 2002 season, 5 p.m., ABCRI Box Car Track in Pearl City; $10*. 947-3393.
Emerald Ball, presented by the Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Hawaii, 6 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village Tropics Showroom; $50. 722-4051, 377-1224.
Marine Option Program 30th Year Celebration, with guest speakers, pupu and music, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; $25*. Reservations: 956-8433.
Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 7-9 p.m. at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. at Windward Mall; repeats Saturdays; also, 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
MUSIC
"Heaven in a Child's Eye: Mahler's Fourth Symphony," presented by the Honolulu Symphony, featuring soprano Ying Huang, 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; $55*. 792-2000.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
DANCE
Keiki Hula Show, with Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Centerstage, Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.
Salsa Classes Cuban Style, with Ramon Ramos, visiting guest dancer from Havana, Cuba, 2-5 p.m., University of Hawai'i Dance Studio #3; $45. 722-3265.
"Men Dancing," presented by Tau Dance Theater, 4 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $28*. 528-0506.
Square Dance, introduction for new dancers presented by Square Wheelers, 6:30-8 p.m. Sundays, Ala Wai Golf Course Ballroom; free. 456-8465.
STAGE
"The Fantasticks," presented by the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts, 2 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute; $10*. Reservations: 973-5066.
"Godspell," presented by the Kaimuki High School Performing Arts Center, 3 p.m., Kaimuki High School Theatre; $8*. 733-4913.
"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 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 March 24; $30*. 988-6131.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival at Hawai'i Convention Center, with performances, demonstrations and displays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; free. 597-8100.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival at Ala Moana Center, with performances by Taisho-Goto G. Tanuki, Halau Na Mamo O' Ka'ala and others, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; free. 597-8100.
Ho'olauna Na Keiki Festival: A Gathering of Children, with Waimanalo Intermediate School 'Ukulele Group, Diamond Head Theatre Shooting Stars and others, noon-4 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival Grand Parade, with marching bands, floats and performances, 5-7 p.m., Kalakaua Avenue; free. 597-8100.
The 8th Annual Honolulu Festival Grand Finale, with performances, food booths, arts and crafts, and an awards ceremony, 5-9 p.m., Kapi'olani Park; free. 597-8100.
NATURE
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
North Shore Bike Tour, presented by Kindred Hearts Hawaii Activities and Adventures for Singles, 9 a.m.; $40*. For details or reservations: 524-2712.
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; free. Register: 948-3299.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
"Brunch on the Beach," with food booths and entertainment, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Kuhio Beach; free admission; scrip sales begin at 9:30 a.m. (scrips may be used at future Brunch on the Beach events); special parking rates available; 523-2489.
Youth Health Awareness Fair, presented by Island Tumblers Gymnastics, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
"Hawai'i Uncorked: A Celebration of Wines," with Grand Tasting and a silent auction, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Grand Ballroom; $65*; four breakout tastings require separate tickets. For information or reservations: 955-8821.
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.
"Magical Moments," a family magic show, 1 and 4 p.m., Blaisdell Center Pikake Room; $15*. 526-4400.
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., and the feature film "The Sting" on a 30-foot screen at 6:15 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.
MUSIC
Drum Joy! Class, 3-5 p.m. Mondays, Atherton YMCA; learn basic hand-drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at 1007 Waimanu St.; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
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, 236-7104.
DANCE
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"Jogi and the Rainbow," puppet show for ages 3 to 7, presented by Joe Pipik of Washington, D.C., 10:15 a.m., Pearl City Public Library; free. 453-6566.
MIXED BAG
Mokichi Okada Association Health Activities, learn about jorei, flower arranging and the Japanese tea ceremony, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
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.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
Keiki Monday, with a clown show, storytelling and face painting, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays, Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour at Bishop Museum, for ages 12 and up, 1:30-2:30 p.m. weekdays; $15 (plus general museum admission: $14.95* general or $7.95* kama'aina). Register: 847-8243.
Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess 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
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 535-6500.
Something Extra, women's a cappella singing group from Yale, 4:30 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach; free. 921-9711.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
Drum Joy! Classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1007 Waimanu St.; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.
Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m., third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
"Heaven in a Child's Eye: Mahler's Fourth Symphony," presented by the Honolulu Symphony, featuring soprano Ying Huang, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $55*. 792-2000.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Ward Warehouse; beginners welcome; free. 262-7441.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"Jogi and the Rainbow," puppet show for ages 3 to 7, presented by Joe Pipik of Washington, D.C., 10:30 a.m., Mililani Public Library; free. 627-7470.
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
40th Anniversary Exhibition of Japanese Flower Arrangements, presented by Ikebana International Honolulu Chapter 56, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; repeats 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and 8 a.m.-11 a.m. March 15; free. 839-4863.
'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.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
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.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues, near the Honolulu Zoo; repeats weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
Mission Houses Museum Tours: Visitors Center and Ka Hale La'au at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Ka Hale Pa'i and Ka Hale Kamalani at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; repeats Tuesdays through Saturdays; $10* ($9* kama'aina) per tour or $15* ($14* kama'aina) for double tours. 531-0481.
Children's Craft and Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Barnes & Noble; free. 737-3323.
Keiki Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Borders Waikele; repeats 11 a.m. Saturdays; free. 676-6698.
Keiki Tuesday, with games, clowns and more, 10:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.
Hawai'i Theatre Docent Tours, 11 a.m. Tuesdays; $5. 528-0506.
Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; free. 734-8018.
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, 5:30-8 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.
"Cnidarians: Simple Beginnings, Grand Achievements," part of the Waikiki Aquarium's 2002 six-part lecture series, doors open at 7 p.m., program starts at 7:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; $4. 440-9006.
Family Star-gazing Show, describing constellations, Hawaiian mythology and astronomical phenomena, 7 p.m., Windward Community College Imaginarium; $2*. Reservations: 235-7321.
"Sounds of Heaven, Songs of Earth: An Introduction to Chinese Music," arts forum with Frederick Lau of the University of Hawai'i Music Department, 7-8:30 p.m., East-West Center Gallery, John A. Burns Hall; free. 944-7111.
MUSIC
Conjugacion, jazz, noon-1 p.m., Tamarind Park; part of the Mayor's Aloha Music Break; free. 527-5666.
Royal Hawaiian Band, 2 p.m., Ala Moana centerstage; free. 922-5331.
"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.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
Vocal Masterclass with Soprano Ying Huang, sponsored by The Honolulu Symphony and The Arthur and Mae Orvis Foundation, 7 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawai'i-Manoa; free. 524-0815, ext. 223.
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, 236-7104.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly 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, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Kailua District Park pavilion; free. 262-7441.
Line Dance Lessons, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Pearlridge Center Downtown; free. 488-0981.
"Project Ballet Theatre," with dancers from the American Ballet Theatre and other companies, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; presented by Ballet Hawaii; $55*. 526-4400.
STAGE
"In God We Trust," a patriotic musical presented by third-grade students of Hawaii Baptist Academy, 6:45 p.m., Hawaii Baptist Academy Elementary School Chapel; free. 534-5477.
"Harvey," a heartwarming comedy presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 7; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 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 March 24; $30*. 988-6131.
MIXED BAG
Luk Tung Association, stretch, aerobics and flexibility exercise program, 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, Windward Mall Center Court; free. 235-1143.
40th Anniversary Exhibition of Japanese Flower Arrangements, presented by Ikebana International Honolulu Chapter 56, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; repeats 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, and 8 a.m.-11 a.m. March 15; free. 839-4863.
'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.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour through previously closed hatches and off-limits decks of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with "time machine" tours and nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues, near the Honolulu Zoo; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.
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.
"Instant Hawaiian: How To Say Island Place Names," presented by The Program To Preserve Hawaiian Place Names, 7 p.m. Wednesdays through March, Liliha Public Library; free. 948-3299.
MUSIC
Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 535-6500.
Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.
Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m., third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays and Thursdays; free. 922-2299.
Andria Fennig, piano concert with percussion and violin, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; $12*. 956-8742.
Crystal Gayle, country music star of "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue" fame, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $35*. 526-4400, 591-2211.
"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, 236-7104.
DANCE
Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, formerly the Kodak Hula Show, 10-11:15 a.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, Waikiki Shell; free. 945-1851.
Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Windward Mall; free. 247-4769.
Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.
STAGE
"Footloose," opening-night benefit presented by St. Louis School, 6 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $100; show repeats 7:30 p.m. March 15, 21, 22 and 23 and 2 p.m. March 16, 17 and 24; $15*. 739-4896.
"Harvey," a heartwarming comedy presented by The Actors' Group, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; repeats 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 7; $10. Reservations: 591-7999.
"Song of Singapore," a comedy set to 1940s swing music, 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 March 24; $30*. 988-6131.
"A Ricepaper Airplane," an epic tale that stretches from Korea to Hawai'i, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $16*. 536-4441.
MIXED BAG
Luk Tung Association, stretch, aerobic and flexibility exercise program, 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, Windward Mall Center Court; free. 235-1143.
40th Anniversary Exhibition of Japanese Flower Arrangements, presented by Ikebana International Honolulu Chapter 56, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Honolulu Hale Courtyard; repeats 8 a.m.-11 a.m. March 15; free. 839-4863.
'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.
Explorer's Tour, a 90-minute tour of the Mighty Mo, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Battleship Missouri Memorial; $35 (plus general memorial admission: $14*). 454-1434.
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.
"Life Through Time: From T. Rex to Sabretooth," an exhibit with nearly a dozen creatures brought to life with computer-controlled air compressors, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Bishop Museum; $14.95*. 847-3511.
Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 9-10:30 a.m.; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, and 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; free. 841-6442.1
Experts at the Palace 2002: Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts, with Linda Arthur, noon, Old Archives Building, 'Iolani Palace; part of the 15th annual Historic Preservation Lecture Series; free. 956-9546, 956-8570.
2002 First Hawaiian International Auto Show, with 2002- and 2003-model vehicles from more than 30 manufacturers, noon-10:30 p.m., Hawaii Convention Center; repeats noon-10:30 p.m. March 15, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. March 16, and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. March 17; $6*. 593-0031.
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 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.
