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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, April 27, 2003

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.

April 27

SPECIAL EVENTS

"Eruption," with DJ Roland Belmares from Los Angeles, part of the Volcano Party, 2-9 a.m., Club Mist; $25, or $125-$225 weekend pass. (877) 242-4900.

Pacific Expo's 28th Annual Spring New Products Show, with food and craft displays, cars, home-improvement products and fashion shows, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; $4*. 945-3594.

"Heat," T-Dance party with DJ Brett Henrichsen from Los Angeles, part of the Volcano Party, 6 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; $25, or $125-$225 weekend pass. 941-0424, (877) 242-4900.

CONCERTS

Windward Music Teachers' Student Recital, 2 p.m., Pohai Nani; free. 247-8410.

Hawaiian Steel Guitar Ho'olaule'a, 3-5:30 p.m., Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse; free. 235-4742.

Chamber Works for Viola, Clarinet and Piano, with Steve Flanter, James Moffitt and Thomas Yee, 4 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $17.50*. 955-8821.

International Songs of Love, Nature and Peace, with the Hawai'i Pacific University International Chorale and Vocal Ensemble, 4 p.m., Kawaiaha'o Church; free. 544-1127.

Ronald Morgan, piano, 4 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Orvis Auditorium; $12*. 956-8742.

Windward Arts Council Student Achievement Awards, talent showcase, 4 p.m., Pohai Nani, Ruth O. Bacon auditorium; free. 247-8410.

Kim Char Meredith, CD release party, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Kapono's; free. 254-5462, 536-2161.

DANCE

Divercity Dance Concert, with 24-7 Danceforce, Castle High School Danceforce and Pearl City Danceforce, 4 p.m, Castle High School, Ron Bright Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. May 2-3; $15*. 235-5141, 233-5626.

STAGE

"This and That," Nanakuli High and Intermediate Performing Arts Club performing arts show, 7 p.m., Leeward Community College auditorium; free. 668-5823, ext. 371.

STAGE CLOSINGS

"Once on this Island," musical presented by the Performing Arts Program at Kapi'olani Community College, 6:30 p.m., Maile Performing Arts Theatre, KCC; $5. 734-9748.

COMEDY

Andy Bumatai's Stand-up Comedy Students, followed by Ray Bumatai's "Mental Talapia" sketch comedy and improv group, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Brew Moon; continues May 4 and 11; $10. 593-0088.

Orny Adams and Stevie D., 8 p.m., Laugh Factory, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; $25*. 931-4490.

NATURE

Honouliuli Preserve Hike, interpretive hike along the Kalua'a Loop Trail, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., The Nature Conservancy of Hawai'i; $5. 587-6220.

The Academy in Bloom, flower and horticulture show, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts; free-$7*. 532-8700.

FAMILY TIES

Exploring the Reef by Day, explore the shallow reef and tidepool areas, 8-10:30 a.m., Waikiki Aquarium; for 5 and older; $10*. 923-9741.

The Bearing Way, learn how to use a compass, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; for ages 6-10; $14* parent/child team. 955-0100.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Spring Festival 2003, presented by the Pacific Handcrafters Guild, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thomas Square; free. 254-6788.

E Malama I Ke Kai Family Ocean Festival, with educational exhibits, games, rides and silent auction, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; $7.50*. 536-7999, 847-8290.

MIXED BAG

Slim's Power Tools 10th Annual He-Man Competition, with 33 contestants testing for speed, skill and accuracy, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Slim's Power Tools; free. 841-0902.

Hawaii Polo Club Polo Season Opener, with entertainment, doors open 11 a.m., game begins 2 p.m., Mokuleia Polo Field; $5. 637-4692.

"What's Happening in Your Streams and Coastal Waters?" presented by the Kailua Bay Advisory Council in celebration of Earth Day, noon-4 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 291-1116, 235-1143.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Barry Flanagan, Hawaiian, 2 p.m., Borders Waikele. 676-6698.

Green Island, Irish music open session, 4-7 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Na Kanipa'a, 6-10 p.m., Waianae Army Rec Center. 330-5858.

Heartsong, contemporary, 8 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

DANCE VENUES

Tommy Valentine y Sus Amigos, salsa, 6 p.m., Rainbow Lounge. 845-2102.

DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.

2003 DJ Spin-off, hip-hop, R&B and old school, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 18 and older. 924-3939.

Dubwise, reggae, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.

Dark Side of the Moon, with DJ Gdog playing soul, funk and hip-hop, 10 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Old School Sundays, '70s and '80s, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; also, band performance, midnight-1 a.m.; for 18 and older. 944-0001, 222-5325.

Sex-E Sunday with Keola Boy and DJ Free, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

CLUBS

Garden Party Sundays, with barbecue, 4-11 p.m., The Garden. 531-4140.

Shirley Walker, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Double Double Sundaze, with Go-Go Boyz, 8:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Stardust, top 40, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Son Caribe, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.

The Palolo Jones Duo, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Kimo and Friends, oldies, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.

The Men of Sensually Certified, male revue, 11 p.m., Angles Waikiki. 926-9766.

LOUNGE ACTS

Kimo Todd, Hawaiian, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head Restaurant. 732-8645.

Elua Kane, traditional Hawaiian, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Jaron's on Hamakua. 261-4600.

Po'okela, contemporary Hawaiian, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Mel Amina, guitar, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Surf Room. 923-7311.

Sharene Lum, harp, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Radisson Waikiki Prince Kuhio, Trellisses Restaurant. 922-0811.

Chris Vandercook Quartet, jazz and blues, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Dixie Grill in 'Aiea. 485-2722.

I Ke Pono, Hawaiian, 2-5 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Kelly Boy DeLima, 3-5 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Booze Brothers, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Henry Kapono, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

The Geezers, classic country, 4-8 p.m., Da Smoke House. 946-0233.

Pipeline Band, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Augie Rey Trio, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Brian Von Ahsen, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Da Waipuka Bar. 924-4961, 924-7711.

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Ho'oheno Trio, 5-7 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Pa'ahana, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Line Zero, pop rock, 5-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Ka'ala, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.

Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Tropic Breeze, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.

Keiki Hula, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

George Kuo, Martin Pahinui and Aaron Mahi, classic Hawaiian slack-key, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

One Man Blues, 6-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Ka Maika'i, Hawaiian, contemporary and classic rock, 6-10 p.m., Dave & Buster's. 589-2215.

Night Train, blues, 6-10 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds Pub and Grub in Waikiki. 947-3776.

Ka'ala Boys, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Mihana, Hawaiian, smooth jazz, country, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Oahu Country Club. 535-6331.

Na Pualani O Kalihi Hula Show, 7-8 p.m., Miramar Hotel, Banana Patch Lounge. 847-3222.

Keli'i Kaneali'i and Bobby Ingano, Hawaiian, 7-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Sani and Friends, 7-9 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Don Conover, piano, 7-10 p.m., Chuck's Original Steak House, Beachwalk at Helumoa. 923-6111.

Soul Bucket, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Native Tongue, 7-11 p.m., Cheeseburger in Paradise. 923-3731.

Ryan Tang, contemporary, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.

Dean & Dean, contemporary, 7 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Kelly Boy DeLima, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Polynesia, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Simply Shy and Friends, contemporary, 8-9 p.m., Miramar Hotel, Banana Patch Lounge. 847-3222.

Mike Murray, acoustic covers, 8-10 p.m., Hanks CafÚ Honolulu. 526-1410.

Bobby Burk, contemporary Hawaiian and classic rock, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Bueno Nalo. 263-1999.

Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Quintinn Holi, 9-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Loke "Kolohe Girl," 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Sam Kapu III, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

April 28

CONCERTS

Western Hoedown, with Don Humphrey and the Geezers, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani, Ruth O. Bacon auditorium; free. 247-8410.

COMEDY

Freddy Soto, 8 p.m., Laugh Factory, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; repeats Tuesday-May 4; $25*. 931-4490.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Emil Richards, with Noel Okimoto, Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, 7-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

The Quintessentials, punk, 9 p.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.

Funky House, techno and trance, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 18 and older. 924-3939.

Monday Beach Party, hip-hop, house and trance, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.

Hip-Hop Mondays, with DJ Seraps, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Cellar Nightclub; for 18 and older. 923-9952.

Mellow Mondaze, mellow grooves, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline CafÚ; for 21 and older. 589-1999.

CLUBS

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Stardust, top 40, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Rustic, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Retro, with three DJs, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Open Mike Night, comedy, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Anna Bannanas. 946-5190.

Rock Bottom Mondays, 10 p.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.

LOUNGE ACTS

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar and Grill. 922-2887.

Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Pipeline Band, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Jamie Gallo Lee, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Da Waipuka Bar. 924-4961, 924-7711.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

The Islanders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Ka Moana Trio, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Ka'ala, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.

Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-8 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Laukea, Hawaiian duo with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.

Ku'uipo Kumukahi, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 6-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Kahalia, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

Kawika, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-10 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.

Kimo and Friend, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Jerry Santos and Hoku Zuttermeister, Hawaiian and contemporary, 7-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Ronnie Wong, acoustic guitar, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Soul Bucket, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Zanuck Lindsey, contemporary, 7-10 p.m., Brew Moon Restaurant and Microbrewery. 593-0088.

Chris Murphy, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.

Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Kelly and Roger, '70s and '80s, 8 p.m., Hanks CafÚ in Honolulu. 526-1410.

Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Keoki Johnson, Hawaiian with hula, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ryan Tang, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.

Noly Paa, piano/vocals, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Glen Mayeda, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Stuart Featheran, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

April 29

COMEDY

Freddy Soto, 8 p.m., Laugh Factory, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; repeats Wednesday-May 4; $25*. 931-4490.

FAMILY TIES

Tuesday Night Live! with Action Jackson and a musical adventure, 6 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; for preschool age and older; free. 622-6345.

ONE-TIME GIGS

EJ, rock, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

"Sweet and Lowdown," jazz guitar with Sonny Silva and Bobby Nishida, 7-10 p.m., Brew Moon Restaurant and Microbrewery. 593-0088.

The Rich Crandall Trio, with Azure McCall, 8-10 p.m., Studio 6. 596-2905.

DANCE VENUES

Everybody's Ladies Night, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; for 23 and older. 531-8444.

Ballroom Dance Band, 8-11 p.m., Hale Koa Hotel, Warriors Lounge. 955-0555.

Hot Latin Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; also, free salsa lesson, 8-9 p.m.; for 18 and older. 924-3939.

Galactic Tuesdays, 9 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.

DJ, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-8811.

Temptation Tuesday, with DJs Wreck, Goodvibe, K Smooth, Jimmy Taco, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Eastern Garden in Pearl City; for 18 and older. 946-2582.

Pussycat Lounge, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and up. 941-0424.

Pajama Party, 9:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.

Chemistry Lounge, with DJs Mr. INC and 45, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Auntie Pasto's on Kapahulu; for 21 and older. 739-2426.

Bombasstic Tuesdays, with DJ Sandman, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline CafÚ; for 21 and older. 589-1999.

Outlaw Night, with DJ Seraps, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Cellar Nightclub; for 18 and older. 923-9952.

CLUBS

Battle of the Bands, 8-10:30 p.m., Dave & Buster's Sunset Bar. 589-5007.

Paradise, 8-11 p.m., Cher's Too. 262-2575.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Booze Bros, rock 'n' roll, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Vodka Night, with Go-Go Boyz at 10 p.m., 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Gay Night, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; also, drag show, 11 p.m.; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

Steel Toe, alternative rock, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Red Lion. 922-1027.

LOUNGE ACTS

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef Hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside & Grill. 922-2887.

Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., The Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Kelly Boy and Kapena, Hawaiian, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Eric Lee, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics CafÚ. 949-4321.

Keith and Carmen Haugen, Hawaiian with hula, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

The Islanders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Pa'ahana, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Mahealani and the Jazz Quartet, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.

Po'okela, Hawaiian with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.

Kanilau, with hula, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Haleiwa Sons, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay View Lounge. 293-8811.

Hanohou Trio, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club. 543-3916.

Mike Chung, light jazz and contemporary, 6-9 p.m., The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. 921-7066.

Soulbucket, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-10 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Kawika, contemporary Hawaiian, 6-10 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.

Ledward Ka'apana, 6-10 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Randy Thomas, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Backyard Pa'ina, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Kamalani, traditional Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Chris Vandercook Trio, jazz and blues, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Dixie Grill in 'Aiea. 485-2722.

J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Dixie Grill on Ward Avenue. 596-8359.

Kaori Kiana, martini nights, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Cascada. 943-0202.

Robert Cazimero, 7-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Al Waterson and You, with singing, dancing and talent competition, 7-9 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807, 947-5736.

Mike Murray, acoustic covers, 7-9 p.m., Kevin's Two Boots in Kailua. 230-8111.

Cory Oliveros, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

TOA, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, funk and island, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Chris Murphy, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.

Kelly Boy DeLima, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Mahealani Jazz Quartet, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room. 521-2900.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Kelly and Monica of Emerald House, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

The BBC, 8 p.m., Hanks CafÚ in Honolulu. 526-1410.

Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Barry Flanagan and Ernie Cruz Jr., 8:30-10:30 p.m., Hale Noa. 735-4292.

Keoki Johnson, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Christian Yrizzary and Sani Apuakehau, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

April 30

CONCERTS

University of Hawai'i Hawaiian Chorus, UH Hula and Chant Ensembles, celebration of May Day, 7:30 p.m., UH-Manoa, Orvis Auditorium; $10*. 956-8742.

COMEDY

Freddy Soto, 8 p.m., Laugh Factory, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; repeats Thursday-May 4; $25*. 931-4490.

NATURE

Greenhouse Plant Sale, with native Hawaiian plants, flowers and gift baskets, 3-7 p.m., Rehab Hospital of the Pacific; free. 566-3791.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

May and Mother's Day Gift and Craft Fair, a "Bigger and Better" fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Topa Financial Center; repeats Thursday; free. 676-5886.

MIXED BAG

Miss Hawaiian Tropic International Pageant, Bay Club post-party, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Turtle Bay Resort; $10. 447-6940.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Pupule Punch Wednesday, with live Hawaiian music, sponsored by 99.5 the Breeze, 4:30 p.m., Ocean Club; for 21 and older. 531-8444.

John and Maria Naylor, jazz, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Meritage Restaurant. 529-8686.

Anita Hall and Company, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club Lounge. 543-3900.

Not for Deadheads Only, rock, 6:30-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Hellbound Hounds, rock, 9 p.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424.

Center City, punk, 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.

DANCE VENUES

Country Music and Dance Night, hosted by Charlie Garrett, 7-10 p.m., Zanzabar Night Club. 924-3939.

Ladies Night, with DJ Jedi, 9 p.m., Blue Tropix; for 18 and older. 944-0001.

Love Lounge Wednesdays, two rooms of hip-hop and house, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.

Sol Circle, acoustic rock, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room. 521-2900.

Split 101, with Split and the Stone Groove Family, 10 p.m., Compadres; for 21 and older. 591-8307.

$2 Drink Wednesdays, with Maleko from Star 101.9, 10 p.m.-midnight, Reign Night Club; for 21 and older. 597-1996.

Jake's Joint, with Island Rhythm 98.5, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Volcanoes Nightclub (formerly World CafÚ); for 21 and older. 528-7071.

Ladies Night, with DJ Seraps, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Cellar Nightclub; also, Men of Paradise, 8-10 p.m.; for 18 and older. 923-9952.

Smooth Groove Wednesday, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline CafÚ. 589-1999.

Wild Wednesdays, with DJs, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

CLUBS

Guy Cruz, contemporary, 5:30-9 p.m., Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant. 599-4877.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Tino and the Rhythm Klub, top 40, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

Soul Cafe, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana Hotel. 955-4466.

Jamie Gallo Lee and Bongo Bob, 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Even Steven, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Ohana Reef Towers, Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

John Cruz, with Johnny Helm opening, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Anna Bannanas. 946-5190.

Nite Train, blues, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Rhythm & Blues. 847-5001.

Sessions, with Nocturnal Sound Krew, 10 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 21 and older. 528-4911.

Tiny TV Karaoke Contest, 10 p.m., Eastside Grill; for 21 and older. 952-6555.

Open Jam, with Oopso Facto, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.

LOUNGE ACTS

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef Hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar & Grill. 922-2887.

Cory Oliveros, Hawaiian, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Keith and Carmen Haugen, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Aloha Serenaders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Emerald House, contemporary, 5-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

Henry Kapono, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Ho'oheno Trio, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Na Mele, Hawaiian duo with hula, 6-8 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, Plumeria Beach Cafe. 739-8760.

Ku'uipo Kumukahi, with hula, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

The Milestone Jazz Trio, with James Kraft, Ernie Provencher and Richie Pratt, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa Restaurant, Neiman Marcus, Ala Moana Center. 951-3420.

Soulbucket, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Brian Robertshaw, piano, 6-10 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Katie Tamashiro, piano, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Ka'ala Boys, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Pai'ea, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.

'Ale'a, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Kristian Lei, martini nights, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Cascada. 943-0202.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

The Brothers Cazimero, 7-8:15 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Al Waterson and You, with singing, dancing and talent competition, 7-9 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807, 947-5736.

Ray Sowders and Shawn Ishimoto, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., Chili's in Kahala. 738-5773.

Slim Jr., 7-9:30 p.m., Kevin's Two Boots in Kailua. 230-8111.

Al Romero Duo, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Just Us, contemporary, Hawaiian, local favorites, 7-10 p.m., Honolulu Airport Hotel, Pelican Lounge. 833-3844.

Karaoke with Roland Aton, 7-10 p.m., Best Western The Plaza Hotel, Plaza Pub. 836-8626.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel, Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Makaloa, Hawaiian, 7-11 p.m., Hanks CafÚ Honolulu. 526-1410.

Ryan Tang, contemporary Hawaiian, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.

Mel Amina, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ron Miyashiro, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

The Geezers, classic country, 7:30-11 p.m., Arnold's Beach Bar and Grill. 924-6887.

Lance and the Hydrants, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Darrell Aquino, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Kimo Opiana and Cory Oliveros, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Inoa'ole, 9 p.m.-midnight, Kapono's. 536-2161.

Soul Food 2 Go, with Zanuck Lindsey, 9 p.m.-midnight, Diamond Head Grill. 922-3734.

Tangi Tully, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

May 1: Lei Day

SPECIAL EVENTS

Second Annual Lei Day Festival, with strolling entertainment, curbside lei and haku vendors and lei-making contest, 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Victoria Ward Centers; free admission. 591-8411.

The Best Lei in Downtown Honolulu 2003, lei competition, drop off entries from 8-10 a.m., lei will be on display from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Na Mea Hawai'i; lei will be displayed from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. May 2; free. 548-2665.

Lei Day Festival, with lei contests, crafts and entertainment, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; free. 692-5118, 692-5751.

The Brothers Cazimero 26th Annual May Day Concert, doors open 5:30 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., Waikiki Shell; $15-$25. 526-4400.

CONCERTS

Young Composers' Symposium, with University of Hawai'i composition students, 7:30 p.m., UH-Manoa, Orvis Auditorium; free. 956-8742.

STAGE OPENING

"Meet Me in St. Louis," musical presented by Hawaii Baptist Academy students, 7 p.m., Windward Community College, Paliku Theatre; repeats May 2-3; $7*. 595-6301, ext. 338.

COMEDY

Freddy Soto, 8 p.m., Laugh Factory, Queen Kapi'olani Hotel; repeats May 2-4; $25*. 931-4490.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

May and Mother's Day Gift and Craft Fair, a "Bigger and Better" fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Topa Financial Center; free. 676-5886.

MIXED BAG

"Heavenly Connections — Climate, Weather, Seasons" part of the "Wakea and Papa (Heaven and Earth): Resource Connections in Waikiki" lecture series, doors open 7 p.m., lecture begins 7:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium; free. 923-9741.

Miss Hawaiian Tropic International Pageant, Hawaiian Tropic lu'au, 7:30-10 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort; $45. Also: Bay Club post-party, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; $10. 447-6940.

First Thursdays Slam Poetry Competition and Open Mic, an evening of performance poetry, music and live art, 8 p.m., Studio 1; $5*. 387-9664.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Pimpbot, ska, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki. 941-0424, ext. 12.

DANCE VENUES

Paddler's Night, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; for 21 and older. 531-8444.

"Salsa After Dark," salsa dance competition, 5 p.m.-1 a.m., Rumours; also, free salsa lessons by Salsa 101, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; for 21 and older. 941-5216, 955-4811.

Brake, underground hip-hop party, 9 p.m., Grumpy's Bar and Grill; for 18 and older. 528-4911.

Thirsty Thursdays, hip-hop, house and trance, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; for 21 and older. 924-3939.

The Skyy is the Limit, with DJ Mark, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Green Room and Opium Den. 521-2900.

"Raw" Sushi Lounge, with Tim Borshe, Gary O, Drift, Mr. Brown, Andreas and Rayne, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar. 536-6286.

Versatyle Styles, with DJs Sovern-T and Lava, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., The Garden; for 18 and older. www.quadmag.com.

Candyland, three rooms of hip-hop, house and progressive, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Maze; for 18 and older. 921-5800.

Hot Lava Thursdays, with Hot Lava and Mastermind Productions, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Volcanoes Nightclub (formerly World CafÚ); for 21 and older. 528-7071.

Perpetual Groove, with rotating DJs, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; for 18 and older. 951-8671.

Tattoo Thursdays, 11 p.m.-1 am., Cellar Nightclub; for 18 and older. 923-9952.

CLUBS

Anita Hall, contemporary, 7-10:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant. 599-4877.

Ernest Chang, classic rock, country and love songs, 8-11 p.m., Emporium Lounge and Cafe; for 21 and older. 484-5757.

Imai and Friends, 8 p.m.-midnight, Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Tino and the Rhythm Klub, top 40, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Esprit Nightclub. 922-4422.

Annette Alcos, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana. 955-4466.

Rumba Night, with Go-Go Boyz at 10 p.m., 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

The Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Irish Rose Saloon. 924-7711.

Karaoke with Janel, 9:30 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

Bikini Beer Bust with DJ Risk, 10 p.m., Bedroq Bar & Grill. 942-8822.

The Men of Sensually Certified, male revue, 11 p.m., Angles Waikiki. 926-9766.

Southern Draw, Southern-style rock, midnight-3 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.

LOUNGE ACTS

Kevin Mau, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Jonah Cummings, 4-6 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.

Rod Tanu and the Volcanoes, island contemporary, 4-8 p.m., Outrigger Reef Hotel, Shore Bird Oceanside Bar and Grill. 922-2887.

Wayne Takamine, 4-8 p.m., the Waikiki Broiler. 923-8836.

Christian Yrizzary and Sani Apuakehau, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Mr. Gneiss, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics CafÚ. 949-4321.

Joe Recca/Ha'alilio, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Paul Conrad, piano, 5-7 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Aloha Serenaders, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.

Auntie Genoa Keawe, traditional Hawaiian falsetto, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

Hawai'i Loa, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Roland Aton, jazz, Hawaiian and country, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Best Western The Plaza Hotel, Plaza Pub. 836-8626.

The Freitas Family Jam Session, Hawaiian, 6-8:30 p.m., Hanks CafÚ Honolulu. 526-1410.

Coconut Joe, tropical pop, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Club. 543-3916.

The Milestone Jazz Trio, with Miles Jackson, James Kraft and Peter Factora, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa Restaurant. 951-3420.

Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.

Pumehana Davis, harp, 6-10 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Kapena, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

Pai'ea, contemporary Hawaiian, 6:30 p.m., Big Island Steak House. 537-4446.

Kahua, traditional Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.

Mihana, 7 p.m., Duc's Bistro. 531-6325.

Ned Ka'apana, slack-key, 7-9 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Ray Sowders and Shawn Ishimoto, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., Chili's in Kahala. 738-5773.

Robert Cazimero, 7-9 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.

Ronnie Wong, acoustic guitar, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Al Romero Duo, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Harry's Bar. 923-1234.

Azure McCall, with Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, 7-10 p.m., Brew Moon Restaurant and Microbrewery. 593-0088.

Just Us, contemporary, Hawaiian, local favorites, 7-10 p.m., Honolulu Airport Hotel, Pelican Lounge. 833-3844.

Kit Samson, piano, 7-10 p.m., Ala Moana Hotel Mahina Lounge. 955-4811.

Ryan Tang, contemporary Hawaiian, 7-11 p.m., Waikiki Gateway Hotel, Nick's Fishmarket Lounge. 955-6333.

Glenn Pinho, contemporary island, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Miramar Hotel, Banana Patch Lounge. 847-3222.

Betty Loo Taylor Trio, with Star Williams, 7:30-11 p.m., Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hawaii, The Veranda. 739-8760.

Kelly and Monica of Emerald House, contemporary, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

Bill Burgher, Elvis impersonator, 8-9:30 p.m., Rock Island CafÚ. 923-8033.

Kaleidoscope, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, classic rock and contemporary Hawaiian, 8-10 p.m., Waterfront Crab House and Nightclub. 585-8488.

Dennis Ah Yek Duo, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.

Chris Andrews, sing-along, 8:30 p.m., Hanks CafÚ Honolulu. 526-1410.

Ells Simeona, with dancer, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ginny Tiu, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Herb Ohta Jr., 8:30-10:30 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

3em Company, jazz, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Lewers St. Loft & Lanai; for 21 and older. 922-5714.

Freddie Alcantar, piano/vocal, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.

Jonah Cummings, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill and Bar. 923-8454.

Round 'n' Round, originals, 9-11 p.m., Hale Noa. 735-4292.

Soul Food 2 Go, with Zanuck Lindsey, 9 p.m.-midnight, Diamond Head Grill. 922-3734.

Sam Kapu III, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.-midnight, Duke's Waikiki. 922-2268.