IT'S LIVE: THIS WEEK ONLY

First Friday Honolulu Downtown Gallery Walk. Downtown and Chinatown venues welcome art-seekers. 5-9 p.m. today, various venues. 521-2903.

Live from the Lawn. "World Beat!" featuring taiko, steel drum and high-energy marimba. 5-9 p.m. today. Hawai'i State Art Museum. 586-0900.

Kim Char Meredith. Homegrown guitarist's CD-release concert, 7 p.m today, Ohana Metropolitan Community Church of Honolulu. 545-2848.

Eddie Griffin. The head of the "DysFunktional Family" does his stand-up thing in concert. 7:30 p.m. today, Blaisdell Concert Hall. (877) 750-4400.

Go Jimmy Go. Everybody's favorite, fun-living purveyors of ska takes it to the limit once again. 9 p.m. today, Anna Bannana's; 18/older. 946-5190.

Return of Quadraphonix. Reason to celebrate: The funk-fusion/Latin-jazz dance band is back. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. today, Ong King Art Center; all ages. 306-7823.

Ooklah the Moc. One of the Islands' finest and most-dedicated purveyors of roots reggae, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. today, Bliss; 18 and older. 528-4911.

Sunset Serenade. Free concert features harmonious contemporary Hawaiian trio Maunalua. 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Hawaii Kai Towne Center. 941-0440.

Tribute to the Hokule'a, with Amy Hanaiali'i and others; then The Beach Boys at 8 p.m. From 6 p.m. Saturday, Waikiki Shell. (877) 750-4400.

On the Spot. Improv comedy, with the theme "Word Play," so bring a provocative word. 8 p.m. Saturday. The ARTS at Marks Garage. 550-8457.

The Wild Hawaiian Groovement Tour. Henry Kapono and crew launch his rocking Hawaiian disc. 8 p.m. Saturday. Hawai'i Theatre. 528-0506.

Eight O Eight. Funk and R&B rawks with this contemporary band along with the best garlic fries. 8-11:30 p.m. Saturday. Gordon Biersch. 599-4877.

Six bands. Because, really, five bands would have been too little and seven bands too much. 4-8 p.m. Sunday. Panama Hattie's Aiea. 485-8226.

Mojo Hand. Veteran blues band (remember the CD "Rhythm Oil" a while back?) lets it rip live in Mo'ili'ili. 7 p.m. Sunday, Anna Bannana's. 946-5190.

Blue Moon Blues Sundays. Oh, go ahead: Just say yes to the band Jeff Said No! Don't mind the TVs. 7-9:30 p.m. Sunday, Eastside Grill. 952-6555.

Kapena. Contemporary Hawaiian ensemble is sure to chase away those midweek blues. 9 p.m.-midnight Wednesday. Ryan's Grill. 591-9132.

ON THE TURNTABLES

Syllabus 2006 Reggae Sound Clash, with King Black Superpower, Pacific Sounds Outernational. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. today, Cafe Che Pasta. 524-0004.

Ms. Angel, from KTUH, whose specialty is jazz-infused, disco and deep house. With DJ Ira, too. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. today, NextDoor. 21/older. 548-6398.

NOTABLE, NEW AND NOT-SO-NEW: DJS, BANDS AND SPACES

Free Jazz. Maria Remos and Intricate Mediums help you celebrate the end of the workweek. 5-9 p.m. Fridays, NextDoor; 21/older. 548-6398.

Rock Star Fridays. DJed rock, rap, reggae, Sublime and long lines of club newbies. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Brew Moon; 18/older. www.verticaljunkies.com.

Pussycat Lounge. DJed hip-hop, house, mash-ups. No felines. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Fridays, Fashion 45, Waikiki Trade Center; 21/older. www.fashion45hawaii.com.

World Tour — Asia Beat. DJs Euphoric, Da Lion of Judah. Upscale, two dance floors. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Fridays, Zanzabar Night Club; 21/older. 924-3939.

Bamboleo. Dance, we said, dance! Brazilian and Latin under the stars. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Fridays, Spada Bar and Restaurant; 18/older. 538-3332.

Syllabus. A variety of turntablists spins hip-hop, reggae and soul cutz for baked ziti. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Cafe Che Pasta; 21/older. 524-0004.

Wonder Lounge: New Chapter. Same fashionable club kids. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Wonderland at the W Honolulu; 21/older. 922-3734.

Get Fresh! Known for guest DJs, but flying with residents this week. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Fridays, Indigo Eurasian Cuisine; 21/older. 521-2900, 591-3500.

Cheddar. Ferment in 2 rooms of sound; hold the white bread. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Fridays, The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21/older. 395-2100.

Club Cirque. Hit up the old IMAX theater for DJs K-Smooth, Quiksilva and no films. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, Cirque Hawaii; 21/older. 591-3500.

Good Luck Saturdays. DJ Sonik at the former Koi/Blue Tropix site. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, Sake Sushi Bar and Lounge; 21/older. 591-3500.

NJOY. Pray it doesn't rain, with the VJ crew and Architechs Entertainment. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, Chai's Island Bistro; 21/older. 585-0011.

Salsa Sabado en la Noche. With El Conjunto Tropical doing the salsa thing live 'n' spicy. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturdays, Cafe Che Pasta; 18/older. 524-0004.

The Next Level and Speakeasy. Crowds pile in after 2 a.m. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Saturdays, The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21/older. 395-2100.

Refine. And really, who isn't refined on Sunday night? 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Sundays, Fashion 45, Waikiki Trade Center; 21/older. www.fashion45hawaii.com.

Suga Suga Candy Shop. Dentist-approved Monday night all-ages option, in beautiful Kaka'ako! 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Mondays, Bliss. 528-4911, 479-3008.

Intricate Mediums. Jazz soul band with Maria Remos and no sign of spooky Patricia Arquette. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Mondays, Jazz Minds Art & Cafe. 945-0800.

Hot Latin Tuesdays. Salsa, merengue, reggaeton in an oddly non-Latin room. 8 p.m.-4 a.m. Tuesdays, Zanzabar Night Club; 18/older. 924-3939.

Newjass Quartet. The cool kids flock to this Chinatown loft for live modern, groove-filled jazz. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tuesdays, thirtyninehotel; 21/older. 599-2552.

Intricate Mediums with Maria Memos. Did you miss them Friday and Monday (see above)? Here's another chance. 9 p.m.-closing Tuesdays. 521-2900

Makana. The slack-key virtuoso is doing a monthlong weekly gig downtown. 9-11:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Indigo Eurasian Cuisine. 521-2900

Acid Wash. '80s night with DJ Keoki. The name of this kind of says it all, don'cha think? 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Wednesdays, NextDoor; 21/older. 548-6398.

Summer Camp. With DJs SubZero and Durtie Rice, but no need to pack bags. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Wednesdays, The O Lounge; 18/older. 944-8436.

Salsa After Hours. You, too, can learn to salsa; with DJs Papi, Jose and Ever. 5 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Thursdays, Rumours; 21/older. 285-0072, 955-4811.

Riot. Have yet to see a riot at Hula's, but anything's possible, and with shirtless bartenders. 9 p.m. Thursdays, Hula's Bar & Lei Stand. 923-0669.

Redda Fire. Reggae and dancehall on the waterfront, minus Brando. 10 p.m.-4 a.m. Thursdays, The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf. 395-2100.

Mai Tai Bar. Live entertainment and happy hour daily. It's a major hookup joint, too, but you probably already knew that. Ala Moana Center. 947-2900.

Mai Tai Bar. Yes, the OTHER one — a calm, nonhookup beachside getaway with live music. 4:30-10:30 p.m. daily, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. 923-7311.

rRed Elephant. Newish hot spot is a mecca of coffee drinks, food, art, music in downtown. Cafe hours: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; schedule at www.rredelephant.com.