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Posted on: Friday, December 19, 2003

TGIF Weekend Calendar, part 2

Sunday, Dec. 21

HOLIDAYS

"An Unexpected Christmas," with Performing Arts at Calvary II, at the 7:30 and 10 a.m. services, Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church; free. 377-5477.

"A White Christmas," lunch buffet show with The Makaha Sons, Keali'i Reichel and Natalie Kamauu, doors open 11 a.m., show begins noon, Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Hotel, Pacific Ballroom; $45*, $85. 944-6372.

"Lunch with Santa," show featuring fire magician Carlos da Silva II, a benefit for the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, noon-12:30 p.m., The Old Spaghetti Factory showroom; sold out. 591-8411.

"King Kalakaua's Nutcracker Ballet," with Honolulu Dance Theatre, 2 p.m., Hawai'i Theatre; $16-$24*. 528-0506.

"Nutcracker," presented by Ballet Hawaii, with guests from the American Ballet Theatre and New York City Ballet, 2 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall; $25-$55. (877) 750-4400.

"The Nutcracker," presented by the Hawaii State Ballet, 2:30 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $16-$22*. 947-2755.

"Messiah," with The Waikiki Festival Chorus and Orchestra, 4 p.m., St. Augustine Church; $20, $40*. 923-7024.

"Nutcracker," presented by Hawaii Ballet Theatre, 4 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre; $24*. 839-1596, LCCTheatre.hawaii.edu.

"Amahl and the Night Visitors," opera performed by Mae Z. Orvis Opera Studio, 5 and 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu, Hale Ohana; $10*. 596-7858.

King's Guard Drill Team, holiday exhibition, 6:15 p.m., King's Village Shopping Center; free. www.kings-village.com.

Christmas Concert, with the Honolulu Hawaii Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 7 p.m., Honolulu Tabernacle; free. 732-5797.

"Live Nativity," re-enactment of the first Christmas presented by the Salvation Army, every half hour from 7 to 10 p.m., Wai'oli Gardens; repeats Monday-Wednesday; free. 440-1830.

CONCERTS

Na Mele Nei Concert Series, with Greg MacDonald, Michael Haleakala and Peter Estores, and Betheda Temple's Voices of Praise, 2-4 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; free. 596-8885.

DANCE

HiLX, mini Lindy hop dance camp, part of Swing Out Hawaii (Dec. 15-21), with three evening theme dances and three late night dances, today-Sunday, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. 545-7600, www.hawaiijitterbugs.org.

"Swing Out Hawaii," first ever Lindy hop camp in Hawai'i, with a different swing band each night and world-class swing instructors, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel; www.swingouthawaii.com.

Swing Out Hawaii and the Hawaii Lindy Exchange Finale Dance, swing dance, 7:30-10 p.m., Atherton YMCA; $5*. 545-7600.

STAGE CLOSINGS

"An Iso Peanut Christmas," local family favorite with holiday twist, presented by 'Ohi'a Productions, 2 and 4 p.m., McKinley High School; $15*. 594-0464.

"Christmas Talk Story," presented by Kumu Kahua Theatre and Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 3:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre; for 6 and older; $16*. 839-9885.

"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," Andrew Lloyd Webber musical presented by New Hope Christian Fellowship, 7:30 p.m., Farrington High School auditorium; $6, $8. 842-4242, ext. 778; (888) 842-4242, opt. 6.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Made in Hawaii Festival, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Yum Yum Tree Restaurant, Diamond Head Room, Ward Centre; repeats 2-8 p.m. Monday-Tuesday; free. 737-3867.

Annual Bonsai Exhibit, Plant Sale and Craft Fair, presented by the Rainbow Bonsai Club, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Noelani Elementary School; free. 239-9681, 681-3968.

Holiday Craft Fair, with jewelry, pottery, clothing, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Koko Marina Center; free. 259-6527, 395-4737.

MIXED BAG

UPRAH's 30th Anniversary, Christmas luncheon, 1-5 p.m., United Puerto Rican Association of Hawaii Social Hall; free. 285-0072.

Sunset on the Beach, with food, entertainment, crafts, and the film "Seabiscuit," 4-10 p.m., Queen's Beach, Waikiki; free. 523-2489.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Kaimana Ceili Band, 3-7 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Aunty Violet and The Kaniloas, 6-10 p.m., Waianae Army Rec Center. 330-5858.

Party Favors, followed by Sensually Certified Dancers, 8:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Sweet & Sour, with Delve.Oneder and DJ XL, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Reign Nightclub; 18 and older. www.architechshawaii.com.

DANCE VENUES

DJ Cool Cameron, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

SINful Sundays, with DJ BTF, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

Sultry Sundays, hip-hop, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Meritage; 21 and older. 529-8686.

Dark Side of the Moon, with DJ Gdog playing soul, funk and hip-hop, 10 p.m.-2 a.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.; 18 and older. 944-0001, 222-5325.

Sunday Nites @ Tabu, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Tabu Nightclub; 18 and older. 946-6499.

After School Party, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 18 and older. 924-3939.

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

CLUBS

DJ, 5 p.m., Dave & Buster's Sunset Bar. 589-5007.

Larry McKenzie, open mike, 5-9 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Tommy Valentine Y Sus Amigos, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Club C'est La Vie.

Stardust, with Jennifer Hera, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Shirley Walker, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.

Bongo Bob, roots rock, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Snappers Sports Pub. 947-3776.

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

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

LOUNGE ACTS

Banyan Serenaders, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda.

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

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

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

Ron Artis Jazz Band, jazz, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Vintage Surf Stuff. 348-1288.

Ells Simeona, 2-4 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Jane "Babydoll" McCabe, P.Jay Galarneau, George Cristobal, blues, oldies, jazz, variety, 2-5 p.m., Punaluu Cafe. 237-8474.

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

Henry Kapono, 4-6 p.m., Duke's Canoe Club Waikiki. 922-2268.

The Geezers, classic country, 4-9 p.m., Hank's Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

Augie Rey Trio, 4:15-7:15 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

Ka'ala Boys, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.

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, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Pa'ahana, 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.

Mike Kaawa, Hawaiian, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pacifico Grill. 394-5555.

Pu'uhonua Trio, with hula, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Timothy J. Kallen, piano, 5:30-11:30 p.m., The Bistro at Century Center. 943-6500.

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

Keiki Hula, with Kuhai Halau O Kahalepuna Pa 'Olapa Kahiko, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Bruce Hamada and Jim Howard, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

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

Jeff Peterson, solo guitar, 6-9 p.m., Michel's in the Colony Surf. 923-6552.

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

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

Iolani Kamau'u, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

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

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

One Man Blues, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

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

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

Ryan Tang, contemporary, 7-10 p.m., Nick's Fishmarket lounge. 955-6333.

Soul Bucket, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

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

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

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

Jeannette and John, contemporary, R&B and jazz, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.

Keoki Johnson, 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.

Kawika Kahiapo, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.

The Revelators, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Ellsworth, 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.

Monday, Dec. 22

HOLIDAYS

"Live Nativity," re-enactment of the first Christmas presented by the Salvation Army, every half hour from 7 to 10 p.m., Wai'oli Gardens; repeats Tuesday-Wednesday; free. 440-1830.

STAGE CLOSING

"Magic of the Season," holiday musical, 6-6:25 p.m., Ala Moana Center; free. 955-9517.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Made in Hawaii Festival, 2-8 p.m., Yum Yum Tree Restaurant, Diamond Head Room, Ward Centre; repeats Tuesday; free. 737-3867.

MIXED BAG

Sunrise to Sunset Free Pool Party, students play pool for free, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Hawaiian Brian's Billiards; free. 946-1343.

Mokichi Okada Association Health Activities, jorei, flower arranging and Japanese tea ceremony, 7:30-9:30 a.m., Pearlridge Center Uptown, second level; free. 488-0981.

Sunset on the Beach, with food, entertainment, crafts, and the film "Remember the Titans," 4-10 p.m., Queen's Beach, Waikiki; free. 523-2489.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Suga Suga 2, Musical Youth Fund-raiser and dance party, with Mike D., Wreck, Krazy K, James Coles and Shawn Murphy, 7 p.m., Zanzabar Night Club. 924-3939, 479-3006.

Michael Ruff, piano/vocals with David Choy, Bruce Hamada, Garin Poliahu and Robert Shinoda, 7-10 p.m., Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Winter Black Ball 2003, with Stone Groove Family DJs, 9 pm.-1 a.m., Waikiki Yacht Club.

DANCE VENUES

Jim and the Fisheaters, eclectic grooves and blues, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The Loft. 521-2519.

Monday Beach Party, with DJs Billy G, IKON, Technique, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Tabu Nightclub; 18 and older. 946-6499.

DJ Bull Ridin' John, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Ultimate Dance Competition 2, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424.

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

DJ Pat, 2-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Jennifer Hera, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

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

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.

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.

Mel Amina, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.

Roland Chang, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 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.

Melehuna Trio, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

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

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

Hot Lava, Polynesian revue, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

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

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

Chris Murphy, 7-10 p.m., Nick's Fishmarket lounge. 955-6333.

J.P. Smoketrain and Dominic Leonard, blues, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

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

Soul Bucket, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

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

Kelly and Roger, '70s and '80s, 8 p.m., Hank's Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

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

Ryan Tang, with dancer, 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.

Del Beazley, 9-11 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.

Rustic, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

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

Tuesday, Dec. 23

HOLIDAYS

"Live Nativity," re-enactment of the first Christmas presented by the Salvation Army, every half hour from 7 to 10 p.m., Wai'oli Gardens; repeats Wednesday; free. 440-1830.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Made in Hawaii Festival, 2-8 p.m., Yum Yum Tree Restaurant, Diamond Head Room, Ward Centre; free. 737-3867.

MIXED BAG

Champagne and Cookie Reception, with The Cat in the Hat, opening reception for the national touring art exhibit "The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss," 5-9 p.m., Dolphin Galleries, Hilton Hawaiian Village; free. 949-9900.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Al Waterson and You Christmas Party, 7-10 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

Sweet and Lowdown, with Hot Club of Honolulu, 7-10 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

"Jazzed Christmas," with Rich Crandall, Noel Okimoto, Rory Flores and Steve Jones, 8-10 p.m., Studio 6. 596-2905.

Pussycat Lounge, with DJ Denovo, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

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

Hot Latin Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-3 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; free salsa lesson, 8-9 p.m.; 18 and older. 924-3939.

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

Phat Tuesday, with DJs Billy G, IKON and Technique, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Tabu Nightclub; 18 and older. 946-6499.

Bombasstic Tuesdays, with DJ Sandman, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Pipeline Café; 21 and older. 589-1999.

DJ Dancin' Adam, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

Chemistry Lounge, with DJs 45 and Mr. INC, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Velvet Lounge; 21 and older. www.mattyliu.com.

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

Promise Land, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 18 and older. 951-8671.

DJ Marz, 2-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.

CLUBS

Battle of the Bands, 7 p.m., Dave & Buster's Sunset Bar. 589-5007.

Stardust, with Maila Gibson, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

Carrie Nicole, classic pop, 8 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds in Kahala. 738-5655.

Modern World, '80s rock, 8-11 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

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

Vodka Night, 9 p.m., with Go-Go Boyz at 10 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.

Fierce Beats, hosted by Meilo, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Anna Bannanas; 21 and older. 946-5190.

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.

Ells Simeona and Dwight Kanae, 4:15-7:15 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

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

Ray Sowders, traditional and contemporary Hawaiian, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

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

Brian Von Ahsen, 5-9 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

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.

Timothy J. Kallen, piano, 5:30-11:30 p.m., The Bistro at Century Center. 943-6500.

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

Zanuck Lindsey and Sky Perkins, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

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

Keith and Carmen Haugen, music and hula duo, 6-9 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

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

Ledward Ka'apana, contemporary Hawaiian, 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, Hawaiian, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. 952-9200.

Cory & Travis, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

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

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

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

Slim Jr., slide and classic blues, 7-9 p.m., Muddy Waters Espresso. 254-2004.

Chris Murphy, 7-10 p.m., Nick's Fishmarket lounge. 955-6333.

Kelly Boy DeLima, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, 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.

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

Jeannette and John, contemporary, R&B and jazz, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell 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.

The BBC, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

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 & Bar. 923-8454.

Native Tongue, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

Ellsworth Simeona, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, lounge. 922-5811.

Wednesday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve

HOLIDAYS

"Live Nativity," re-enactment of the first Christmas presented by the Salvation Army, every half hour from 7 to 10 p.m., Wai'oli Gardens; free. 440-1830.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Jazz Wednesday, with DeShannon Higa, 6 p.m., The Honolulu Club. 543-3900.

Zanuck Kapala Lindsey with Bobo, Christmas songs, 6-9 p.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.

Hunky Santa, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

DANCE VENUES

Juke Joint, swing, jazz, 8 p.m.-midnight, Studio 1. 779-7117, 550-8701.

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

Waikiki After Hours, with Arsenio,

Marlene and Giselle, 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 21 and older. 924-3939.

DJ Country Brett, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki; also, country dancing from 4 p.m. 926-7911.

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

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

Wednesday Nights at Café Sistina, hip-hop, reggae, R&B, old school and more, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Café Sistina; 21 and older. 596-0061.

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

Wild Wednesdays, with Tati Girl and Jimmy Taco, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 18 and older. 951-8671.

CLUBS

Stardust, with Rocky Brown, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Hanohano Room. 922-4422.

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

Hot Chocolate with Vanilla, 8:30 p.m., Aaron's Atop the Ala Moana. 955-4466.

Tino & the Rhythm Klub, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, Esprit Lanai. 922-4422.

Guy Imoto, Island favorites and classic rock, 9 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds in Kahala. 738-5655.

Karaoke with Sista Kea, 9 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

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

Open Mike, with Dave Lamar, 9:30 p.m., Sand Island Restaurant & Bar. 847-5001.

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

Wild Wednesdays, with DJ KD, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Players 'Aiea. 488-8226.

John Cruz, with Johnny Helm, 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Anna Bannanas. 946-5190.

Babes, revue featuring Leikia Williams, 11 p.m., Fusion Waikiki; 18 and older. 924-2422.

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.

Ho'olu, 4:15-6:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

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

Pu'uhonua Trio, with hula, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

Ray Sowders, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 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.

Larry McKenzie, 5-8 p.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

Jeff Peterson, solo guitar, 5:30-8 p.m., Café Che Pasta. 524-0004.

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

Timothy J. Kallen, piano, 5:30-11:30 p.m., The Bistro at Century Center. 943-6500.

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

Kanilau, with Halau Na Mamo O Ka'ala, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, poolside. 922-4422.

Henry Kapono, 6-9 p.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Keith and Carmen Haugen, music and hula duo, 6-9 p.m., Pacific Beach Hotel, Neptune's Garden. 921-6112.

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

The Milestone Jazz Trio, with James Kraft, Ernie Provencher and Richie Pratt, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa. 951-3420.

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.

Al and Bill, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.

Soul Bucket, Hawaiian, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

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

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

Kaori Kiana, 7-9 p.m., Royal Garden Hotel at Waikiki, Cascada Bar. 943-0202.

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

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

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

Just Us, contemporary, Hawaiian, Island 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, 7-10 p.m., Nick's Fishmarket lounge. 955-6333.

Aloha Duo, 7-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.

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

Ho'oheno Trio, with hula, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda stage. 922-3111.

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

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

2 Point 5, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, Chart House. 941-6660.

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 & Bar. 923-8454.

Modern Bop Collective, jazz, 9 p.m.-midnight, Lewers Street Jazz Loft; 21 and older. 593-3755.

Jamie Gallo Lee, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.

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

Inoa'ole, Island contemporary, 9:30 p.m.-midnight, Kapono's. 536-2161.