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Posted at 7:39 a.m., Thursday, June 7, 2007

Today's events: carnival, First Thursdays, art show

Advertiser Staff

Got some free time today? Or feel the need to check out something new? Here are three picks that may make for some good conversation tomorrow. For a comprehensive list of events for today, see Hawai'i events.

Note: Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members, children and/or advance purchase. Call venue for details.

There's still two weekends left for the 50th STATE FAIR. There are rides, food booths, entertainment, a beer garden, shows and more. You can also check out the new Wild Mouse ride in this Advertiser video.

  • Where: Aloha Stadium, lower parking lot

  • Time: 6 p.m.-12 a.m.

  • Cost: $5*

  • More information: www.ekfernandez.com

    "No rules" slam poetry featuring Bridget Gray takes the spotlight at FIRST THURSDAYS.

  • Where: Hawaiian Hut

  • Time: doors open at 7:45 p.m., show at 8:30

  • Cost: $5*

  • More information: 387-9664, www.hawaiislam.com

    COCONUT JOE AND THE BICYCLE PERSPECTIVES is a multimedia art presentation with live music and video presentation of Island photography. Local singer/songwriter Bob Rogers shares his music, words and now his visuals with an intimate performance at the hub of the revitalized downtown art scene. The music features the original songs of Rogers and the vocal harmonies of the group Coconut Joe, whose eclectic musical styles include a hybrid of pop, folk, rock and jazz with a touch of the Islands.

  • Where: The ARTS at Marks Garage

  • Time: 8 p.m.

  • Cost: $15*

  • More information: 550-8457, www.honoluluboxoffice.com