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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2004

TGIF Weekend Calendar

Advertiser Staff

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.

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Sunday, May 2

SPECIAL EVENTS

29th Annual Spring New Products Show, with entertainment, fashion show, contests and shopping, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; $4*. 945-3594.

2004 Great Hawaii Jazz BlowOut, with jazz musicians and vocalists, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College Great Lawn; $20 one day, $30* both days. 734-0397, 955-8821.

CONCERTS

Hilton Hawaiian Village Arts Celebration, with Honolulu Brass Quintet, HawaiiSlam, Spring Winds and Hawaii Opera Theatre, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., stage at the Tapa Bar. Also: Ballet Hawaii, Kumu Kahua Theatre, X-Music, University of Hawai'i Dance Ensemble, Choreographic Productions and Arabian Nights, 3-9 p.m., on the Village Green; free. 949-4321.

Na Mele Nei Concert Series, with George Street and Hawaiian Steel Guitar Association, 1-3 p.m., Ward Warehouse amphitheater; free. 596-8885.

Pau Hana Concert, with students of the ethnic music and dance classes, 3 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa Orvis Auditorium and Music Department Courtyard; free. 956-8742.

"A Bach Pilgrimage — The Early Years," benefit for the Institute for Human Services, 7:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of Honolulu; $15*. 941-2566.

DANCE

Act II of "Swan Lake," with the School of Hawaii State Ballet and its Junior Company, 2 and 6 p.m., Mamiya Theatre; $15. 947-2755.

"The Ice King," blending Norse mythology into the fable "The Snow Queen," 4 p.m., Punahou School, Dillingham Theatre; sold out. 944-5829.

STAGE CLOSINGS

"Noises Off," adult comedy about a British touring theater company, 2 p.m., Paliku Theatre; $21*. 235-7433.

"Nozaki Village," kabuki comedy-drama, 2 p.m., Kennedy Theatre; $18*. 956-7655.

"The Princess Bride," presented by the Pearl City High School Dramatic Arts, 7 p.m., Pearl City Cultural and Performing Arts Center; $5. 453-6500.

NATURE

Kulepeamoa Ridge, a six-mile advanced ridge hike in Niu Valley, 8 a.m., meet at 'Iolani Palace; presented by Hawaiian Trail and Mountain Club; $2*. 375-0384.

Nature Photography, learn from local photographer Steve Kastner, 8:30-10:30 a.m., Hawai'i Nature Center; $5*. 955-0100.

Orchid Society of Manoa, orchid show and plant sale, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Noelani Elementary School; free. 988-5257, 988-7191.

Spring Plant Sale, presented by the Friends of Honolulu Botanical Gardens, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Foster Botanical Garden; free. 537-1708.

Rainbow Bonsai Club, bonsai display, plant and craft sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Windward Mall; free. 235-1143.

FAMILY TIES

Family Sunday Military Day, with demonstrations, entertainment, petting zoo, keiki activities and displays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum; $3*. 847-3511.

Mother's Day Candy Making Special, make a box of candy for mom, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Menehune Mac Chocolate Factory and GIft Center; repeats May 8; benefit for Hawaii Children's Cancer Foundation; 7 and older; $7. Reservations: 841-3344.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Arts Celebration, with Honolulu Theatre for Youth, noon-1 p.m., stage at the Shell Bar; free. 949-4321.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Pacific Handcrafters Guild Art Fair, part of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Arts Celebration, 9 a.m.-noon, on the lagoon green; free. 949-4321.

FCH Enterprises Inc. Employee Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Ali'iolani School cafeteria; free. 677-7766.

Kodomo no Hi: Keiki Fun Fest, with games, kimono dressing, make 'n' take activities, entertainment and crafts, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i; free. 945-7633.

Israel's 56th Independence Day Festival, with children's games, Israeli music and dance, and Sunlight from Los Angeles, noon-5 p.m., Honolulu Civic Center; free. www.israeldayhawaii.com.

Music of the World Festival, with Philippine Cultural Group of Hawaii, Shake Jambé, DayTrippers and 'Ike Pono, 3-7 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center; free. 922-2299.

MIXED BAG

Cinco de Mayo Celebration, with a 5K fun run, entertainment, food, arts/crafts, low-rider car display, games and jumpers, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Kapi'olani Park bandstand; free. 941-5216, 285-0072.

The Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Walk, with music, food and prizes, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Windward Mall; donation. 596-2900.

Lei Day Distribution, lei from the Lei Day festival are placed on the tombs of ali'i, 9 a.m., Royal Mausoleum; free. 692-5118, 692-5751.

Diamond Head Lighthouse Walk, two-mile walking tour with The Clean Air Team, 9 a.m.-noon, meet at Mahatma Gandhi statue in front of Honolulu Zoo; $10. 948-3299.

"An International Affair," fashion show by Honolulu Community College students, doors open 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon, show at 1 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Coral Ballroom; $28 lunch and show or $10* show only. 845-9203.

Military Appreciation Sunday, free admission for military and their families, 1-5 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700.

Local Poetry Jam, with 15 poets performing original work, 2 p.m., Mid-Pacific Institute; repeats 7:30 p.m. May 7-8 and 2 p.m. May 9; $10*. 973-5066.

'Ohana Lu'au, presented by the Saint Louis Alumni Association, with Hawaiian food and entertainment, 3-8 p.m., Saint Louis School Gerber Fieldhouse; $25*. 739-4800.

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

ONE-TIME GIGS

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

Del Courtney and his 15-piece band, with Jimmy Borges, Shari Lynn, Gabe Baltazar, Paul Conrad, Noel Okimoto, Martin Denny and Art Todd, 4-7 p.m., 2933 Kalakaua Ave. 923-5722.

Tidal Wave Entertainment, 6-10 p.m., Wai'anae Army Rec Center. 330-5858.

Shock and Awe Wrap Party, with Ill Repute, 8mm Overdose, Nevercore, Khrinji, Entity Awakened, 9 p.m., Level 2; 21 and older. jagerhawaii.com

Apathy, with Emirc, Omega 6, Slomo and Mushmouf, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 18 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

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

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.

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

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

Shirley Walker Band, 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.

Beach Party Beer Bash, with Go-Go Boyz, 8:30 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

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

Aloha Brazil, 9 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds in Kahala. 738-5655.

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

LOUNGE ACTS

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.

Tom Chun, noon-2 p.m., The Contemporary Museum Cafe. 523-3362.

Eric Ho, 1-3 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.

Ellsworth 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.

Sunday Jam, with Mike Kaawa, Ocean Kaowili and Analu Aina, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Honey's at Koolau Golf Club. 236-4653.

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

Tahiti Toa, Hawaiian and Tahitian, 4-6 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.

The Geezers, classic country, 4-9 p.m., Hanks Café Honolulu. 526-1410.

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

Ka'ala Boys, 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.

Teddy Fabella, Hawaiian, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.

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.

Ho'oheno, 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.

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

Sean Na'auao, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.

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

Keli'i Kaneali'i, Bobby Ingano and Kimo Bell, 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.

Arsenio, 7-10 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.

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

Ryan Tang, 7-10 p.m., Nick's Fishmarket Ultra Lounge. 955-6333.

Bob Morgenweck, 7 p.m.-midnight, O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.

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

Rubber Soul, Beatles music, 7:30-10 p.m., Rock Island Café. 923-8033.

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

Jeannette and Friends, 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.

The Revelators, rock 'n' roll, 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.

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

Cruz Night, with John Cruz, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Onstage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.

Monday, May 3

CONCERTS

Chamber Music Hawaii Tresemble, conclusion of the 2003-2004 season, 7:30 p.m., Paliku Theatre; $20*. 524-0815, ext. 245.

FAMILY TIES

Strollers, with animal craft activities and snacks, for toddlers and their parents, 10-11:30 a.m., Honolulu Zoo; $12* parent/child team. 926-3191.

ONE-TIME GIG

Honolulu Jazz Quartet, with trumpeter Valery Ponomarev, 6-9 p.m., the Honolulu Club. 543-3916.

DANCE VENUES

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

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

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

Industry Night, with DJ Derwin, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Kapono's. 536-2161.

Martini Mondays, with DJs SubZero and Jrama, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Royal Garden at Waikiki, Royalton Nightclub; 21 and older. 395-3375.

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

Monday Madness, reggae, dancehall, hip-hop, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub. 951-8671.

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.

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Tuesday, May 4

CONCERT

Honolulu Chorale, 7 p.m., Pohai Nani's Ruth O. Bacon Auditorium; free. 247-8410.

STAGE

"Pacific Tales for Young People," interactive stories based on tales from around the Pacific, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 6:30 p.m., Wahiawa Public Library; 3 and older; free. 839-9885.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Cuatro de Mayo, with a mariachi band, 4:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Ocean Club; 23 and older. 531-8444.

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

DANCE VENUES

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

Elevation Games, all ages hip-hop and breaks, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix. 944-0001.

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.

Pussycat Lounge, with breakbeat, house, hip-hop and dancehall, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

A Touch of Velvet, hip-hop and house, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Velvet Lounge; 21 and older. 528-4911.

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

Promiseland, with DJs Free and CC3, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., Venus Nightclub; 18 and older. 951-8671.

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

CLUBS

"American Idol" Viewing Party, with Hawaiian Ryan, 7 p.m., Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

Stardust, with Maila Gibson, 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.

Natural T, 9 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds in Kahala. 738-5655.

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.

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Wednesday, May 5: Children's Day and CInco de Mayo

SPECIAL EVENT

Cinco de Mayo Waterfront Block Party, with five entertainment stages, salsa dancers, pi–atas and mariachi, 5:30 p.m., Aloha Tower Marketplace; 21 and older; free. 566-2337.

DANCE

"Spring Footholds: Suggestions Under Consideration," with original choreography by Malia Bowlby, Larisa Eastman, Janie Ewing and Christopher Steven Quiocho, 8 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. Thursday and May 7-8 and 2 p.m. May 9; $10*. 956-7655.

Beginning Lindy Hop, swing dance class presented by Hawaii Jitterbugs, with Christy Vasiliauskas, 8-9 p.m., Pink Cadillac; repeats Wednesdays for six weeks, $60; followed by social dancing, 9 p.m.-midnight, $5. Register: 734-3414.

STAGE

"Pacific Tales for Young People," interactive stories based on tales from around the Pacific, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 10:30 a.m., 'Aiea Public Library; 3 and older; also, 6:30 p.m., Kane'ohe Public Library; free. 839-9885.

FAMILY TIES

Preschool Pirates, with treasure hunt, craft activity and games, 10-11:30 a.m., Sea Life Park; ages 1-5; $15 parent/child team. Register: 259-2512.

ONE-TIME GIGS

Jazz Wednesday, with Deems Tsutakawa, David Yamasaki and Friends, 6 p.m., the Honolulu Club. 543-3916.

Art Kalahiki and Mike Saffery, Hawaiian, 6-9 p.m., Sam Choy's Breakfast, Lunch & Crab. 545-7979.

Come Ride the Bull, with DJs Miriam and Luis, 7 p.m.-4 a.m., Volcanoes Nightclub; 18 and older. 528-7071.

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

Cinco de Mayo, with El Conjunto Tropical, 7-11 p.m., Kemo'o Farm, the Pub and Lakeside Lanai; 21 and older. 621-1835, 622-5009.

Cinco de Mayo, with the Stone Groove Family, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Compadres Party Zone; 21 and older. 591-8307.

Zanuck Lindsey, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Cinco de Mayo/Boys' Day Bash, with DJ Renee and Derek Daniels' Party Favor Dancers, 9 p.m., Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Cinco de Mayo, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

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

Runway Wednesdays, with DJs Billy G and Frankie, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar Night Club; 18 and older. 924-3939.

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

Club Puma, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Reign Night Club; 21 and older. 597-1996.

Smooth, with DJs Stealth and Sonik, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Dave & Buster's Sunset Bar; 18 and older. 589-5007.

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.

Lipstick and Shirt Night, with DJ Rude Dogg, 11 p.m., Blue Tropix; 18 and older. 944-0001.

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

Guy and Carl, 9 p.m., Ye Olde Fox and Hounds in Kahala. 738-5655.

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.

John Cruz, contemporary, acoustic, guitar, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Anna Bannanas. 946-5190.

Wild Wednesdays, with DJ KD, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Players 'Aiea. 488-8226.

Open Jam, with Oopso Facto, 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Tiares Sports Bar & Grill. 230-8911.

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Thursday, May 6

DANCE

"Spring Footholds: Suggestions Under Consideration," with original choreography by Malia Bowlby, Larisa Eastman, Janie Ewing and Christopher Steven Quiocho, 8 p.m., University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; repeats 8 p.m. May 7-8 and 2 p.m. May 9; $10*. 956-7655.

STAGE

"Pacific Tales for Young People," interactive stories based on tales from around the Pacific, presented by Honolulu Theatre for Youth, 10:30 a.m., 'Aina Haina Public Library; 3 and older; also, 2:30 p.m., 'Ewa Beach Public Library; free. 839-9885.

COMEDY

Que Locos, Latino comedy jam, 5:30 p.m., Club Reign; $30*. (310) 963-1681.

MIXED BAG

First Thursdays Grand Slam Finals, with DJ Kavet the Catalyst, Angelo Moore from Fishbone, painters and massages, doors open 7 p.m., show at 8, Studio 1; $10-$15. 550-8701, 387-9664.

ONE-TIME GIGS

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

RKL, Buck Wild and Sicker Than Others, 9 p.m., Pipeline Café; 18 and older. 589-1999.

Mike Times Trio, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Wave Waikiki; 21 and older. 941-0424.

DANCE VENUES

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

Salsa After Dark, with DJs Ray Cruz and Rod, 5 p.m.-2 a.m., Rumours; also, free salsa lessons by Salsa 101, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; 21 and older. 941-5216, 955-4811.

Roots, Rock and Reggae, 6 p.m.-2 a.m., The Beach House, Pier 7, Aloha Tower Marketplace. 566-0644.

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

Artist Groove Network, hosted by Roni, Greg, Frank and Peter, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Reign Night Club. 597-1996.

Connect Four, hosted by Sean D. and Ion Myke, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Velvet Lounge; 18 and older. 561-4852.

Deep Blue, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Blue Tropix; 18 and older. 944-0001.

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

Taboo Thursdays, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Volcanoes Nightclub; 21 and older. 528-7071.

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

Good Times, DJs Technique and Bite, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Eastside Grill; 21 and older. 952-6555.

The Breaks, with DJs 45 and Mr. INC, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Breakers Restaurant; 21 and older. 637-9898.

Dynamite, with Mixmaster B, Stealth, G-Spot, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar; 21 and older. 536-6286.

Spindrift, soul, urban classics and dancehall, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine, Opium Den and Green Room; 21 and older. 521-2900.

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

DJ Regina, 11 p.m.-4 a.m., Fusion Waikiki. 924-2422.