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Local favorite 'Tool Time' at Hanahau'oli Face-painting is a popular attraction at the annual Hanahau'oli School Children's Fair. This year's event, themed "Tool Time," in keeping with the construction of the new junior kindergarten building, is scheduled for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. April 12. Check out the country store, the bake sale and a speed-stacking booth (in which teams stack plastic cups against the clock) and all kinds of keiki activities. Admission is free. The school is at 1922 Makiki St. 949-6461.

Comic Margaret Cho, whose past tours — "I'm The One That I Want" and "The Notorious C.H.O." — were critical and audience favorites, brings a new "Revolution Tour" to Honolulu April 12 at the Waikiki Shell. If you're a fan, you already know: No topic is taboo. Tickets: $35, $45 reserved; $25 grass seats, available at Ticketmasteroutlets and the Blaisdell box office. Cho also performs at 7:30 p.m. April 13 at Castle Theatre, Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Tickets: $29.50, $45; available at the box office.

• 7:30 p.m. April 12 / Waikiki Shell / 526-4400, (877) 750-4400

DANCE: April 12-13

The innovative dance company Momix brings its stage magic back to the Hawai'i Theatre April 12-13 with a new show titled "Opus Cactus," inspired by the flora, fauna and beauty of the Southwest. The troupe, directed by Moses Pendleton, draws on creative forms ranging from modern dance to ballet, body surfing to pole-vaulting. Momix's last Honolulu stint was in October 1999. Tickets: $17-$35, available at the box office.

• 7:30 p.m. April 12, 2 p.m. April 13 / Hawai'i Theatre / 528-0506

CONCERT: April 15

If you happen to be on the Big Island this week, catch a performance of rock icon Eric Burdon, who will be in Hawai'i for one night only. Burdon's extensive career ranges from pioneering the San Francisco psychedelic rock scene to fronting funk band War to reuniting his original band, The Animals. The show will feature old favorites plus songs from his new CD, "Factory Girl," which is based on his life in Newcastle, England, where his recording career began. Johnny Shot from Waikoloa opens. Tickets for Eric Burdon and the New Animals are $45 advance, $55 at the door.

• 8 p.m. April 15 / Hilton Waikoloa Village, Grand Ballroom / (808) 883-9609

CONCERT: April 18

The popular Aston Full Moon concert is back, so pack your blankets and beach chairs and head down to Kapi'olani Park bandstand for a night of mood, music and moonlight. Local comics and DJs Augie and Lanai start things off with their wacky humor; then there's "American Idol" semi-finalist Jordan Segundo; the duo Keahiwai; and headliner Kapena. Admission is free.

• 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 18 / Kapi'olani Park bandstand / 931-1330

STAGE: April 18-20

It's the season for spring cleaning, and that also includes "Dirty Laundry." The new play by KHON news anchor Joe Moore, takes a look at the nitty gritty: the scenes behind the camera in the world of TV news. Karen Bumatai directs, and James MacArthur guest stars. Tickets are $17.50, $27.50 and $37.

• 8 p.m. April 18, 4 and 8 p.m. April 19, 4 p.m. April 20 / Hawai'i Theatre / 528-0506

CONCERT: April 22

You can't help but dance when Ozomatli, right, is around. The band's name mandates it, because it's Nahuatl for the Aztec god of dance. And the catchy, Afro-Latin style urban thumping beats make it pretty easy to groove. So embrace the chaos and get movin' already! Tickets for the all-ages show are $20.

• 7 p.m. April 22 / Pipeline Café / 526-4400

FAIR: April 25-26

Iolani School's annual family fair is right around the corner, hosting the theme "Rumble in the Jungle." Got a rumble in your tummy? Head to the array of food booths for your fill of malassadas, Okinawan noodles and Hawaiian plates. Jonesing for a treasure hunt? Explore the wilderness and search for goodies at the white elephant sale, book bazaar and silent auction. Wanna do the jungle boogie? Enjoy the island jams of B.E.T., Kapena and Sean Na'auao. Admission is free.

• Noon-10 p.m. April 25-26 / Iolani School baseball field / 943-2339

EXPO: April 25-27

The 28th annual Spring New Products Show is right around the corner with fun items and never-before-seen merchandise. Presented by Pacific Expo, there's a little something for everyone at this popular spring fest. Check out the boats, cars and motorcycles; explore the mass of home-improvement products and surfing supplies. There'll be fashion shows with models strutting the looks of the moment for spring, prom and active wear. And don't miss the displays with food, crafts, sportscards or memorabilia. Admission is $4 general, free for children 12 and younger or seniors 65 and older.

• 5-10 p.m. April 25, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. April 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 27 / Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall / 945-3594

DANCE: April 25-26

The Leeward Community College Dance Festival will once again gather dancers and choreographers for a show ranging from traditional to cutting edge forms. Young dancers will come from the Mid-Pacific Institute School of the Arts Dance Program, Taiko Center of the Pacific Youth Group, Seabury Hall Dance Ensemble, LCC Dance Ensemble, University of Hawai'i-Manoa Dancers and Giinko Marischino. Both established and emerging choreographers will get a chance to show off their works. Tickets: $10 advance, $12 at the door

• 7:30 p.m. April 25-26 / Leeward Community College Theatre / 455-0385

CONCERT: May 1

May Day is Lei Day in Hawai'i, and that means it's time for flowers, hula and The Brothers Cazimero's annual May Day concert. Local favorites old and new converge for this yearly tradition, which last year was made into a DVD. This year, get ready for surprises as well as traditional moments in a night that is sure to delight all. Lawn seats are $15, reserved seats $25.

• 7:30 p.m. May 1 / Waikiki Shell / 526-4400

CONCERT: May 5

They've been on Conan O'Brien, Craig Kilborn and all over MTV. They've toured with Blink-182, Offspring and Social Distortion. And now this Canadian-based pop-punk band is headed for Hawai'i to rock some sense into the islands. Sum 41, right, burst onto the music scene a few years back and is already ruling the airwaves with such hits as "Fat Lip," "Motivation" and "In Too Deep." Their newest CD, "Does This Look Infected?" became an instant success. Now's your chance to get infected with their brash punk-metal sound live. Tickets to this all-ages show: $20.

• 7 p.m. May 5 / Pipeline Café / 526-4400

COMING UP:

• Hawai'i International Spring Film Festival, April 11-17, Dole Signature Theatres
• "Les Miserables," April 17, Punahou School
• Frank DeLima's Secretary's Day show, April 23, Palace Showroom, Ohana Reef Towers
• Karaoke Challenge, April 26, McKinley High School
• "Giselle" ballet, by Ballet Hawaii, May 3-4, Blaisdell Concert Hall
• Mother's Day concert, with Ho'okena, May 11, Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom
• Uluwehi Guerrero, May 16, Hawai'i Theatre
• Stephen Bishop, May 17, Doris Duke at the Academy
• Pianist Andre Watts, May 20, Blaisdell Concert Hall
• Maui Film Festival, June 1-15, Wailea
• Hawaii International Jazz Festival, July 18-20 on O'ahu, July 25-26 on Maui

BUZZING ABOUT:

Sensei session: Kunio Ekiguchi, Temari's first visiting artist (he specializes in Japanese box-making and gift-wrapping), will be feted in a "Celebrate Kunio Ekiguchi's Birthday" event 10 a.m.-noon April 19 at the Honpa Hongwanji's Annex Hall. It's free and open to the public. Ekiguchi will demonstrate his gift-wrapping savvy. Temari has moved from its longtime Palolo base to 1754 Lusitana St., on the grounds of the Hongwanji in Pauoa.

Out of town: Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett isn't performing with his halau in tonight's Olomana gig at the Hawai'i Theatre because he's in Japan. But his Kuhai Halau O Kaleihua Pa Olapa Kahiko, composed of children from Kane'ohe, will represent him in spirit and in action.

Match game: Brickwood Galuteria's Aloha Friday happening apparently is the perfect match for Brew Moon at Ward Centre. He and his group, Imai and Friends, have been held over to do all Friday shows, 8:30-11:30 p.m. through May. (The show initially was a first-Friday gig).

Life in the fest lane: If you enjoyed this year's Honolulu Festival, you may want to jot down next year's dates: March 5-7.

Three for the show: The Tony Awards will be a three-hour satellite-delayed single telecast this year, 7-10 p.m. June 8 on CBS-TV. For the past five years, the first hour was on PBS with the remaining two on CBS. The new format will enable producers to stage a more spectacular event, with all nominated musicals presenting excerpts live from the Radio City Hall stage.

Blue Mondays: The Hawai'i Blues Society will kick off "Blue Monday at Wave Waikiki" starting April 14, when Third Degree takes the limelight 7:30-10:30 p.m.

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