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Posted on: Friday, March 29, 2002

TGIF Weekend Calendar

The 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.

March 29: Good Friday

MUSIC

"Celebration of Our Lord's Passion," music for the Lenten season featuring Gabriel Faure's "Requiem Mass," 11 a.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; free. 532-1260.

Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m. Fridays, 'Iolani Palace grounds; free. 922-5331.

Tainan National School of the Arts and Valerie Ngai, student performances, 4 p.m., Kamehameha Schools Performing Arts Complex; part of the Hawaii Contrabass Festival; free. 239-0406.

Jabberwocks, from Brown University, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; repeats Saturday and Sunday; free. 922-4422.

'Ohana Concert, with Kupono Kane, DisGuyz and Forte, 5:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Kuuipo Kumukahi, Hawaiian, 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. Fridays, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Wednesdays; free. 931-2655.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Westside Praise Band, contemporary Christian, 7-8:30 p.m., The Giving Tree Espresso Cafe; free. 455-8733.

A'i Laniwai, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-9 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Seven-Year Anniversary of Hawaiian Express, with Tweaked, Generic, Grapefruit and others, 7:30 p.m., Pink Cadillac; $5. 255-7040.

Rufus Reid and Friends, jazz concert, 8 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; part of the Hawaii Contrabass Festival; $15*. 239-0406.

The "Quality" Tour, with Talib Kweli and others, 9 p.m., All Star Hawaii; repeats Saturday at Garden of Saigon; $15. 955-8326.

DANCE

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Colsen Kanei and Halau Kawaianuhealehua, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"He Did This Just For You," an Easter production, 7 p.m., Word of Life Christian Center; repeats 7 p.m. Saturday, and 6 p.m. Sunday; free. 441-1831.

"Harvey," a 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.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

"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; $5-$16. 536-4441.

"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 April 14; $35*. 988-6131.

COMEDY

Lanai & Augie's Comedy Shack, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Fridays through April 5, Dave & Buster's; $10. 589-2215.

Andy Bumatai, comedy, 8-10 p.m. Fridays, Emporium Lounge, Times Square Shopping Center; followed by the band Fresh, 10:15 p.m.-1:15 a.m.; $12. 484-5753.

Frank DeLima in "Noodle Shop Days," 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Ohana Reef Towers, Polynesian Palace; repeats Saturdays; $19.50 includes two drinks. 923-7469, 922-6408.

NATURE

Moon Walk through Waimea Falls Park; bring a flashlight, mosquito repellent and jacket; wear comfortable shoes; 8:15 p.m.; $3*. 638-6714, 638-8655.

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.

'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 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.

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.

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.

"America the Beautiful," Windward Orchid Society annual spring show and plant sale, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., King Intermediate School; repeats 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; $2. 239-5415.

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.

Easter Extravaganza! with lei making, egg decorating and more, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel; free. 921-9711.

Bunny Talks, how to care for rabbits, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Center; repeats Saturday; free. 946-2811.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. with one-hour breaks at 1 and 4 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Saturday; $15 a sheet. 235-1143.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. with one-hour breaks at 1 and 5 p.m., Kahala Mall; repeats Saturday; $15 a sheet. 732-7736.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; repeats Saturday; $15 a package. 488-0981.

Live Bunny and Chick Displays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Kahala Mall; repeats Saturday; free. 732-7736.

Hawaiian Language and Culture, an introductory course to Hawaiian language, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays through May 3, Waikiki Community Center Auditorium. For prices or registration: 923-1802.

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.

"An Intimate Wedding Affair," a gathering of Hawai'i's top wedding professionals, 2-9 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider Grand Salon; free. 931-4524.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 3-9 p.m. Fridays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

Princess Ka'iulani Historical Tour, 4 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani 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.

"A Tribute to Prince Kuhio," with craft demonstrations, hula performances and more, 4:30 p.m., Radisson Waikiki Prince Kuhio hotel; free. 922-0811.

Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani and 5-7 p.m. Fridays 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.

Art Show, with Quadraphonix, DJs Positive Regime, Monkey and others, 6 p.m., 186 N. King St.; $5. 371-4543.

Midnight with Mammoths, an overnight program for ages 5-10, 6 p.m. to 8 a.m., Bishop Museum; includes shows, flashlight tours and fossil making; bring sleeping gear; $30* per family (limit two children per adult). Reservations: 848-4168.

King's Jubilee, a tribute to King David Kalakaua, with flag ceremony, precision rifle drill and musical revue, 6:15 p.m., followed by a fireworks show, 7:30 p.m. Fridays, Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-4321, ext. 77881.

Family Bingo, 6:30-7 p.m. Fridays, Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

March 30

MUSIC

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 10-11 a.m., Kahala Mall; free. 735-6003.

I. Mihana and Kahala Moon, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Ward Warehouse Amphitheater; free. 845-8949.

Na 'Oiwi, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

Opihi Pickers CD Release Party, with Vaihi, Imua and others, 2-6 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 487-8176, 235-1143.

Participant Concert, 3 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; part of the Hawaii Contrabass Festival; free. 239-0406.

Jabberwocks, from Brown University, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; repeats Sunday; free. 922-4422.

Alika and Son, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., International Market Place food court stage; free. 971-2080.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Island Heart, 7-8 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

Kupono Kane, 8 p.m., Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

Tyrese, with guests Harry-O and Mr. Tan, doors open 8 p.m., show begins 9 p.m., World Cafe; $15. 585-2877.

The "Quality" Tour, with Talib Kweli and others, 9 p.m., Garden of Saigon; for 18 and older; $15. 537-6971.

Hawaiian Huricane's Spring Break Bikini Invasion, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, South Seas Village at Hawaiian Hut; for 18 and older; $10. 864-0951.

DANCE

Holomua Ka No'eau, a hula concert presented by Halau Mohala 'Ilima, 6-8:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $15, $25. 528-0506, 261-0689.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Sally Yoza and Halau O Na Lei O Kamakani, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"He Did This Just For You," an Easter production, 7 p.m., Word of Life Christian Center; repeats 6 p.m. Sunday; free. 441-1831.

"The Witness," presented by the Pacific Island Praise Choir and Waiola Worship Center, 7 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 263-5371, 235-1143.

"Harvey," a 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.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Third Annual Waianae Environmental Celebration, with canoe and kayak races, interactive displays and more, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Poka'i Bay, Wai'anae; free. 261-8939.

Mililani High School ABC Craft Fair, sponsored by the Athletic Boosters Club, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Mililani High School; free. 627-7369.

COMEDY

Andy Bumatai, comedy, 8-9:30 p.m., Emporium Lounge, Times Square Shopping Center; followed by the band Koa'uka, 9:45 p.m.-1 a.m.; $12. 484-5753.

Frank DeLima in "Noodle Shop Days," 8:30 p.m. Saturdays, Ohana Reef Towers, Polynesian Palace; repeats Fridays; $19.50 includes two drinks. 923-7469, 922-6408.

NATURE

Tropical Plant Walk, 10 a.m. Saturdays, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats 1 p.m. Sundays; free. Register: 233-7323.

Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats Sundays; free. 233-7323.

Arboretum Tours, 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Lyon Arboretum; repeats 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

Eggstravaganza and Natural Dyes, egg decorating class followed by an egg hunt, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; bring six hard-boiled eggs to dye; for 5 and older; $14. Reservations: 955-0100.

MIXED BAG

Easter Egg Hunt and Costume Contest, 9 a.m., 'Ewa Beach Community Park; free. 689-3219.

Makakilo Easter Bash and Egg Hunt, 9 a.m., Makakilo Community Park; free. 672-8465.

"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.

"America the Beautiful," Windward Orchid Society annual spring show and plant sale, 9 a.m.-8 p.m., King Intermediate School; repeats 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; $2. 239-5415.

Easter Egg Hunt, with storytelling, video and prizes, 9:30 a.m., Kuhio School; presented by Hope Chapel Honolulu; free. 955-0525.

Oral History: A How-To Workshop Series, introduction to preserving history, 10 a.m.-noon, Mission Houses Museum; free; four-part series April 13 and 27, and May 11 and 25; $40. Reservations: 531-0481.

Easter Extravaganza! with Godiva chocolate sampling, egg surprises and more, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel; free. 921-9711.

Spring Flower Show, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

Bunny Talks, how to care for rabbits, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 946-2811.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. with one-hour breaks at 1 and 4 p.m., Windward Mall; repeats Saturday; $15 a sheet. 235-1143.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. with one-hour breaks at 1 and 5 p.m., Kahala Mall; $15 a sheet. 732-7736.

Easter Bunny, photo opportunity, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Pearlridge Center Downtown; $15 a package. 488-0981.

Live Bunny and Chick Displays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Kahala Mall; free. 732-7736.

The Lifetime Achievement Awards, presented by the Hawai'i Academy of Recording Arts, 10:30 a.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village Tapa Ballroom; $55. Reservations: 235-9424.

Children's Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. Saturdays, Hawai'i State Library; free. 586-3510.

Keiki Storytime, with Raggedy Andy, 11 a.m., Borders Waikele; free. 676-6698.

Keiki Storytime and Kids Kraft Korner, 11 a.m. Saturdays, Borders Ward Centre; free. 591-8995.

Easterama Celebration, with an egg hunt, prizes and inflatable jumpers, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

Pokemon Trading Day, win and trade Pokemon cards, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Town Center of Mililani; free. 625-5233.

Easter Fun, with an egg hunt, crafts, entertainment and more, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Koko Marina Center Bell Tower; free. 395-4737.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 1-5 p.m. Saturdays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

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 and entertainment from 4 p.m., and "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.

Waikiki Historic Trail Walking Tour, 4:30-6 p.m. Saturdays; meet at the Visitor Information Station at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues; repeats 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays; free. 841-6442.

Cherry Blossom Festival Ball, selection of the 2002 royal court, 5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; $65, includes dinner. 949-2255.

Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; also, 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani and 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

March 31: Easter Sunday

MUSIC

Royal Hawaiian Band, Easter sunrise service, 6 a.m., National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific; also, 2-3 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 922-5331.

Francois Rabbath, contrabass, world premiere of Frank Proto's "Nine Variants on Paganini," 4 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; repeats 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; concert conversations one hour before performance; part of the Hawaii Contrabass Festival; $15-$55. 792-2000.

Jabberwocks, from Brown University, 5-5:45 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; free. 922-4422.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; free. 735-6003.

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, Ala Moana Center centerstage; free. 955-9517.

Easter Sunday Dance, presented by Contra Dancers of Hawaii, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Clubhouse Ballroom; $5*. 737-1887.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Rich Pedrina and Halau Hula O Napunaheleonapua, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

STAGE

"A Ricepaper Airplane," an epic tale that stretches from Korea to Hawai'i, 2 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $5-$16. 536-4441.

"Harvey," a comedy presented by The Actors' Group, 4 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.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 4 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

"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 April 14; $35*. 988-6131.

"He Did This Just For You," an Easter production, 6 p.m., Word of Life Christian Center; free. 441-1831.

NATURE

Waimalu Ditch, a six-mile intermediate hike through lush vegetation, 8 a.m.; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; bring water and insect repellent; $2. 674-1459.

Weekend Fishing, catch and release, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; bring poles, small barbless hooks, bait and buckets; insect repellent, walking shoes, light rain gear and picnic lunch are recommended; repeats Saturdays; free. 233-7323.

Tropical Plant Walk, 1 p.m. Sundays, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden; walking shoes required; insect repellent and light rain gear recommended; repeats 10 a.m. Saturdays; free. Register: 233-7323.

MIXED BAG

29th Year Training for the Honolulu Marathon, a nine-month program led by cardiologist Dr. Jack Scaff, 7:30 a.m. Sundays, Kapi'olani Park; free. 531-9930.

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.

"America the Beautiful," Windward Orchid Society annual spring show and plant sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., King Intermediate School; $2. 239-5415.

Egg Hunt and Open House, with magic tricks, tours of the governor's home and more, 11 a.m., Washington Place; free (canned good donations to the Hawaii Food Bank are welcome). 586-0034.

Easter Brunch with Frank DeLima, includes all-you-can-eat buffet plus an Easter show, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Wisteria Restaurant; $20*. Reservations: 591-9276.

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.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 1-5 p.m. Sundays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays and Wednesdays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays; $6*. 947-3393.

Children's Storytime, 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Barnes & Noble; repeats Saturdays; free. 737-3323.

"Sunset on the Beach," 4-9 p.m., Queen's Surf Beach; with food and entertainment from 4 p.m., and "Singin' in the Rain" on a 30-foot screen at 7 p.m.; free admission. 523-2489.

April 1: April Fool's Day

MUSIC

Shanita Akana, selections from her new CD "My Soul Songs," noon-12:30 p.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

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.

O'ahu Civic Orchestra, featuring works from Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Brahms and others, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani Retirement Home; free. 946-7833.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Wednesdays; free. 922-2299.

Aaron Aranita and Eastbound, part of KIPO Jazz Night, 8 p.m., Kapono's; free. 955-8821.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays, International Market Place food court stage; repeats Wednesdays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

MIXED BAG

Pali Momi Health Screening, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

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.

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.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517). Also: 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); and 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (235-1143); free.

April 2

MUSIC

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Thursdays; free. 535-6500.

Konan Brass Ensemble, from Japan, 12:30-1:15 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

Drum Joy! Classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 1007 Waimanu St.; learn basic hand drumming techniques in playing traditional and contemporary African rhythms and songs from Guinea, Mali and Senegal; also, 3-5 p.m. Mondays at Atherton YMCA; $10; loaner drums available by advance request. Register: 377-3786.

Pu'uhonua, traditional Hawaiian music, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Thursdays; free. 922-2299.

Francois Rabbath, contrabass, world premiere of Frank Proto's "Nine Variants on Paganini," 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; concert conversations one hour before performance; $15-$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.

The Steptaculars, tap, jazz and Broadway dance, noon-1 p.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

Polynesian Cultural Center Dancers, traditional songs and dances, 12:15-1 p.m. Tuesdays, Aloha Tower Marketplace; free. 566-2337.

Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Ward Warehouse; beginners welcome; free. 262-7441.

Kuhio Beach Torch-lighting and Hula Show, featuring Hawaiian Paradise, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

Flamenco Workshops, with Clara Ramona of Madrid, Spain, 7 and 8 p.m., Chaminade University Hale Aloha Room A101; repeats Wednesday through April 5; $25* single class or $20* per class for four or more classes. 732-7603.

NATURE

Arboretum Tours, 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Lyon Arboretum; repeats 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays; $2.50. Register: 988-0456.

MIXED BAG

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.

Preschool Story Circle, 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Native Winds Gift Gallery and Craft Supply; free. 734-8018.

Ilocandia Talent Searchers' Club, cultural performance, 5-5:30 p.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981). Also: 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); and 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (235-1143); free.

"Molluscs: So Much More Than Seashells," part of the Waikiki Aquarium's 2002 six-part lecture series, doors open 7 p.m., program begin 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Waikiki Aquarium; $4. 440-9006.

April 3

MUSIC

Royal Hawaiian Band, 7 a.m., Pier 10; also, 1-2 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-5331, 922-2299.

Konan Brass Ensemble, from Japan, noon-12:45 p.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

Dover Bay Secondary School Concert Band, from Canada, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown; free. 488-0981.

"Aloha Waikiki," an all-Hawaiian music and dance show with a "Boat Days" theme, 6-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, DFS Galleria in Waikiki; repeats Fridays; free. 931-2655.

Hawaiian Music and Hula Show, 6-9 p.m. nightly, Waikiki Shopping Plaza; free. 923-1191.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Thursdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 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, 7-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, Kuhio Beach stage, near Duke Kahanamoku statue; free. 843-8002.

Line Dance Lessons, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Pearlridge Center Downtown; free. 488-0981.

Line Dance Lessons, sponsored by Parents Without Partners, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Kailua District Park pavilion; free. 262-7441.

Flamenco Workshops, with Clara Ramona of Madrid, Spain, 7 and 8 p.m., Chaminade University Hale Aloha Room A101; repeats Thursday through April 5; $25* or $20* per class for four or more classes. 732-7603.

"Spring Footholds," the work of B.F.A. degree candidates in the University of Hawai'i-Manoa theatre and dance department, 8 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursday, and April 5-6, and 2 p.m. April 7; $9*. 956-7655.

STAGE

"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 April 14; $35*. 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.

St. Francis Hospice Walk in the Mall, walking program open to those dealing with the loss of a loved one, 8-9 a.m., Pearlridge Center; free. Register: 595-7566.

American Box Car Racing International, open family racing, 3-9 p.m. Wednesdays, ABCRI Box Car Track; tennis shoes and long pants required; repeats 3-9 p.m. Fridays, and 1-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; $6*. 947-3393.

Chess Lessons and practice play competition, 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Windward Mall (235-1143). Also: 5-8 p.m. Mondays (lessons 6:30-7:30 p.m.), Centerstage, Ala Moana Center (955-9517); and 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays (lessons 7-8 p.m.), Pearlridge Center Uptown (488-0981); free.

Salute to Youth Parade, with marching bands, floats and more, 6:30 p.m., Kalakaua Avenue; free. 922-2299.

"Instant Hawaiian: How To Say Island Place Names," presented by The Program To Preserve Hawaiian Place Names, 7 p.m., Liliha Public Library; free. 948-3299.

April 4

MUSIC

Northwood High School Band, 10:30-11 a.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

Greg MacDonald, steel drums, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, Hilo Hattie's on Nimitz Highway; repeats Tuesdays; free. 535-6500.

David Hamano, viola, 1:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium; free. 956-8742.

Barstow High School Jazz Ensemble, 4-5 p.m., Ala Moana Shopping Center; free. 946-2811.

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. Thursdays, third floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; repeats Tuesdays; free. 922-2299.

"Islands of Aloha," with vocalist Rhonda performing Maori, Tahitian and Hawaiian songs, 8:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays, International Market Place food court stage; repeats Mondays and Wednesdays; free. 971-2080, 236-7104.

DANCE

Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays Hula Show, 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, 7-8 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. Thursdays, Windward Mall; free. 247-4769.

Flamenco Workshops, with Clara Ramona of Madrid, Spain, 7 and 8 p.m., Chaminade University Hale Aloha Room A101; repeats April 5; $25* single class or $20* per class for four or more classes. 732-7603.

"Spring Footholds," the work of B.F.A. and candidates in the University of Hawai'i-Manoa theatre and dance department, 8 p.m., Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; followed by the post-show piece, "Kneeling Deeply to Rise"; repeats 8 p.m. April 5-6, and 2 p.m. April 7; $9*. 956-7655.

STAGE

"Shaolin Warriors," kung fu show with Buddhist monks from the Shaolin Temple in China, 7:30 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; repeats 7:30 p.m. April 5-6, and 4 p.m. April 7; $18-$43*. 528-0506.

"Mame," the adventures of a strong-willed aunt, 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 4 p.m. Sundays through April 14; $10-$40*. 733-0274.

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.

Yo-yo and Spin Top Classes for all ages, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Pearlridge Center Uptown; also, 4:30-6 p.m. Fridays at Town Center of Mililani and 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Kapolei Shopping Center, and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Ward Warehouse amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays at Windward Mall; free. 834-2828, 554-4969.

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