Community Calendar - Oahu

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 Sunday, May 19

Music

  • The Mele Mei Festival presents the inaugural `Ukulele, Slack & Steel Jam.  This event boasts an all-star line-up of `ukulele and slack key artists and will be held at the bandstand in Kapi`olani Park from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Free. 
  • The Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus holds its Spring Concert at 4 pm in Kawaiaha`o Church. You will hear all students from grades K – 12. Tickets available at the door.
  • The free Concert on the Beach at Duke’s features Henry Kapono from 4 to 6 pm. Duke’s is located in the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach Hotel. www.dukeswaikiki.com
  • O'Toole's Irish Pub (902 Nu`uanu Ave.) hosts Doolin' Rakes from 9 pm to 1:30 am. 536-4138.
  • Kelley O Neil's (311 Lewers St.) features Masters of OZ from 9 pm to 3:30 am. 926-1777
  • Irish Rose Saloon (478 Ena Road) welcomes Hooligan’s Harp from 9 pm to 1 am. 947-3414.
  • Kani Ka Pila Grille in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach showcases Mailani from 6 to 9 pm. 924-4990

Dance

  • The “I Love Hula in Kailua” series features Halau Hula Aloha `O Pu`uwailani with Kumu Hula Donna Sylvester at 3 pm in Kailua Town Center between Macy’s and Pier 1. www.castlefoundation.org

Theatre

  • Manoa Valley Theatre presents “Bloody Murder,” a fourth-wall-breaking whodunit that turns the murder-mystery genre on its head. Showtime is tonight at 4 pm. Manoa Valley Theatre is located at 2833 East Manoa Road. www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “Rise and Dream,” a documentary about 13 teenagers from a volatile region of the southern Philippines who set out to learn the indigenous music of their country. Showtimes are 4 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Barclay Martin, who composed the music for the film and also appears in it, introduces the movie and leads a post-screening Q+A at 4 p.m. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • Movie Museum shows the Brazilian film "Neighboring Sounds" at noon, 2:30 and 8 pm and the Thai movie "Mundane History" at 5 and 6:30 pm. 735-8771

Art Exhibits and Lectures

  • Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday presents “School’s Out” from 11 am – 5 pm at Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St. Visitors can make popsicle key chains, twirl Hula Hoops and go on a gallery hunt. Free. www.honolulumuseum.org.

Events

  • The Hawaii Book & Music Festival is a celebration of story and song today from 10 am to 5 pm at the Frank Fasi Civic Grounds at Honolulu Hale.  Featuring bestselling authors, musicians, hula halau, PBS KIDS host Mr.  Steve, keiki activities, food booths and more. FREE admission and parking. For a complete schedule visit  www.hawaiibookandmusicfestival.org
  • Alice and Matthew Yapp of Singapore offer a special demonstration of world-renowned Peranakan Chinese cooking (also known as nyonya cuisine) as part of the opening reception for the East-West Center exhibition Peranakan Chinese Heritage of Southeast Asia. The Peranakan are descendants of Chinese traders who settled in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia as early as the 15th century. Cooking demo: 1 – 2 p.m.; exhibit opening reception 2 – 3:30. Free admission. Arts.EastWestCenter.org.

Monday, May 20

Music

  • Kani Ka Pila Grille in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach hosts Sean Na`auao from 6 to 9 pm. 924-4990
  • O'Toole's Irish Pub (902 Nu`uanu Ave.) hosts Mike Love from 9 pm to 1:30 am. 536-4138.
  • Kelley O Neil's (311 Lewers St.) features Masters of OZ from 9 pm to 3:30 am. 926-1777
  • Irish Rose Saloon (478 Ena Road) welcomes Dux Deluxe from 9 pm to 1 am. 947-3414.
  • Mojo plays at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660.

Films

  • Movie Museum shows the Thai film "Mundane History" at noon and 9 pm and the Brazilian movie "Neighboring Sounds" at 1:30, 4 and 6:30 pm. 735-8771
Tuesday, May 21

Music

  • Kani Ka Pila Grille in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach presents Weldon Kekauoha from 6 to 9 pm. 924-4990
  • Pianist David Swanson plays contemporary and classic jazz in The Veranda lounge from 7:30 to 11 pm at The Kahala Hotel & Resort. 739-8760
  • O'Toole's Irish Pub (902 Nu`uanu Ave.) hosts Hooligan’s Harp from 9 pm to 1:30 am. 536-4138.
  • Kelley O Neil's (311 Lewers St.) features Masters of OZ from 9 pm to 3:30 am. 926-1777
  • Irish Rose Saloon (478 Ena Road) welcomes Dux Deluxe from 9 pm to 1 am. 947-3414.
  • Maggie Herron on piano and vocals with Rocky Holmes on sax perform jazz at 8:30 pm at Lewers Lounge in the Halekulani Hotel.
  • Mojo plays at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660.
  • Soul De Cuba Cafe (1121 Bethel St.) welcomes "Blue Juice" for Jazz night from 7 – 9 pm. www.souldecuba.com

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “Rise and Dream,” a documentary about 13 teenagers from a volatile region of the southern Philippines who set out to learn the indigenous music of their country. Showtime is 1 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Barclay Martin, who composed the music for the film and also appears in it, introduces the movie and leads a post-screening Q+A. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “Harana,” a heartwarming film dedicated to bringing back the tradition of Filipino serenading. Showtime is 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. The 7:30 screening is preceded by a reception with food, wine and live entertainment at 6 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org

Art Exhibits and Lectures

  • Learn the basics of bouquet design and construct your own ribbon wrapped bouquet at Paiko,   675 Auahi St. at 6:30 pm. Call 988-2165 to reserve your spot.

Wednesday, May 22

Music

  • Hula's Bar & Lei Stand (134 Kapahulu Ave.) features GJ & IZIK playing rock, pop and Hawaiian music from 6 to 9 pm. www.hulas.com

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “What Isn’t There,” about a man who tries to refine his relationship with his family, himself and his dead twin brother. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honolulumuseum.org

Event

  • The Kahuku Renaissance Faire features various Renaissance art and activities, music and light refreshments.  This program is suitable for all ages. It’s at 6 pm in Kahuku Public & School Library. 293-8935  
  • The Hawaii Immunization Coalition presents the educational workshop “Meningitis Prevention: Community Strategies That Work” from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at Hale Ikena at Fort Shafter, 711 Morton Drive. 

Thursday, May 23

Music

  • Hula's Bar & Lei Stand (134 Kapahulu Ave.) features Chris Salvador playing rock, pop and Hawaiian music from 6 to 9 pm. www.hulas.com

Theatre

  • Manoa Valley Theatre presents “Bloody Murder”, a fourth-wall-breaking whodunit that turns the murder-mystery genre on its head. Showtimes are tonight at 7:30, Friday and Saturday at 8, and Sunday at 4 pm. Manoa Valley Theatre is located at 2833 East Manoa Road. www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “What Isn’t There,” about a man who tries to refine his relationship with his family, himself and his dead twin brother. Showtime is 1 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • The Filipino Film Festival screens the outrageous camp comedy “Remington and the Curse of the Zombadings” at 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre.www.honolulumuseum.org
  • Interisland Terminal screens “Beauty is Embarrassing – The Wayne White Story” at 7 pm at R&D, 691 Auahi St. The film is in collaboration with the exhibit Uncontrollable Urge, works by Dana Paresa. Donations accepted. www.interislandterminal.org
  • Art & Flea presents "Vintage Flight" from 5 – 10 pm at Fresh Café, 831 Queen St. Over 60 vendors featuring vintage, handmade goods, art, music and more. Come dressed in your best vintage flight attendant or pilot inspired ensemble for discount admission. www.artandflea.com.

Friday, May 24

Music

  • Hawaii Opera Theatre's Mae Z. Opera Studio presents a concert by master class students dircted by soprano Jill Gardner and her husband, bass-baritone Jake Gardner. The FREE performance is tonight and tomorrow at 7 pm in HOT's rehearsal space, 780 S. Beretania St. Public tickets are available by calling 596-7372 or 836-7372
  • The rock band Borrison Ivy performs in Station Bar, 1726 Kapiolani Boulevard, at 10 pm. 384-9963
  • Kaleidoscope presents Friday Edition Pimpbot & Busekrus. Show starts at 9 pm at thirtyninehotel (39 N. Hotel St.), 21 and over only.

Theatre

  • Manoa Valley Theatre presents “Bloody Murder,” a fourth-wall-breaking whodunit that turns the murder-mystery genre on its head. Showtimes are tonight and tomorrow at 8 pm, and Sunday at 4 pm. Manoa Valley Theatre is located at 2833 East Manoa Road. www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens the outrageous camp comedy "Remington and the Curse of the Zombadings" at 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor screens “Honor Flight: One Last Mission” at 6:30 pm. A reception honoring veterans begins at 5:30 pm. www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Events

  • American Cancer Society celebrates their 100th birthday at this year’s annual Relay for Life of Ko’olauloa. It takes place tonight at 6 pm and tomorrow at 6 am at Kahuku District Park, 56-576 Kamehameha Highway. For more information, call 548-8444.
  • Hawaii Craftsmen’s annual Raku Ho`olaule`a 2013 is today through Monday on the beach at Camp Mokule`ia. A complete prospectus and registration form is available for downloading at www.hawaiicraftsmen.org.  Registration forms and fees are due to the Hawaii Craftsmen office at 1159 Nuuanu, Honolulu, HI 96817 by May 17.
Saturday, May 25
HPR EVENT
  • In his seventh annual concert for Hawaii Public Radio, singer–guitarist Chris Vandercook and his band take a stroll through the many shadings of the blues in a concert he calls “Blues - the Common Ground.” It’s set for 7:30 pm in HPR’s Atherton Studio. For reservations, call 955-8821 during business hours.
Music
  • Mice Parade returns to Hawaii for a one-night-only performance in support of their newly released album Candela. Show starts at 8 pm at The Republik. For ticket information, visit www.bampproject.com.
  • Hawaii Opera Theatre's Mae Z. Opera Studio presents a concert by master class students dircted by soprano Jill Gardner and her husband, bass-baritone Jake Gardner. The FREE performance is tonight at 7 pm in HOT's rehearsal space, 780 S. Beretania St. Public tickets are available by calling 596-7372 or 836-7372
  • The “Kanikapila in Kailua” series features two award-winning Island musicians, Jon Yamasato on guitar and ‘ukulele virtuoso Herb Ohta Jr. from 4 – 5:30 pm in the Kailua Parking Garage behind Longs Drugs. www.castlefoundation.org
  • The Sounds of Aloha Chorus presents a musical tribute to the USS Missouri, an entertaining look at the historic ship's service in three wars. Showtimes are 2 and 7:30 pm at Leeward Community College Theatre. www.SoundsofAloha.org
  • HAPA performs two shows at 7 and 9 pm at Surfer, The Bar, located in Turtle Bay Resort. The first show at 7 pm is all ages, and the later show at 9 pm is 21 and over only. For ticket information, visit www.surferthebar.com.

Theatre

  • Hawaii Theatre is celebrating its 90th anniversary in high style with a gala event tonight at 5 pm. “An Evening of Gatsby Glamour” features fine food, great jazz and dancing on Bethel Street. Guests are encouraged to dress in the attire of the roaring ’20s. For more information or to reserve a table, call 791-1302.
  • Manoa Valley Theatre presents “Bloody Murder,” a fourth-wall-breaking whodunit that turns the murder-mystery genre on its head. Showtimes are tonight at 8 pm and tomorrow at 4 pm. Manoa Valley Theatre is located at 2833 East Manoa Road. www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

  • The collaboration between the Bishop Museum, the Honolulu Museum of Art, and ‘Iolani Palace returns with “Two Museums and a Royal Palace” today from 12 – 7 pm and tomorrow from 12 – 5 pm. Special features include Bishop Museum’s annual Native Hawaiian Arts Market and an art and jewelry sale at the Honolulu Museum of Art. At ‘Iolani Palace, visitors can see the progress of the ongoing textile restoration project. www.honolulumuseum.org.

Events

  • University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa hosts a celebration of the life and work of long-time faculty member Glenn Cannon, who passed away on April 20. It takes place at 3 pm at Kennedy Theatre, doors open at 2:30. For more information, call 956-7677.
  • Geobunga hosts a free water lilies and water plants workshop at 9 am at Geobunga Honolulu, 4299 Lawehana Street in Salt Lake and at 2 pm at Geobunga Waimanalo, 41-829 Kakaina St.  Reserve a spot by visiting www.geobunga.com.
  • The Friends of Honolulu Botanical Gardens presents its Spring Plant Sale from 9 am – 2 pm at Foster Botanical Garden, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd. Free. 537-1708.
  • American Cancer Society celebrates its 100th birthday at this year’s annual Relay for Life of Ko’olauloa. It takes place at 6 am at Kahuku District Park, 56-576 Kamehameha Highway. For more information, call 548-8444.
  • Hawaii Craftsmen’s annual Raku Ho`olaule`a 2013 is today through Monday on the beach at Camp Mokule`ia. A complete prospectus and registration form is available for downloading at www.hawaiicraftsmen.org.  Registration forms and fees are due to the Hawaii Craftsmen office at 1159 Nuuanu, Honolulu, HI 96817 by May 17.

Sunday, May 26

Music

  • The Lutheran Church of Honolulu presents the world premiere of a cantata by New York–based composer Robinson McClellan. Music will be provided by the LCH choir, organist Mark Wong, and the Bach Chamber Orchestra. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Free. 941-2566.

Theatre

  • Manoa Valley Theatre presents “Bloody Murder,” a fourth-wall-breaking whodunit that turns the murder-mystery genre on its head. Showtime is tonight at 4 pm. Manoa Valley Theatre is located at 2833 East Manoa Road. www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

  • The collaboration between the Bishop Museum, the Honolulu Museum of Art, and ‘Iolani Palace returns with “Two Museums and a Royal Palace” today from 12 – 5 pm. Special features include Bishop Museum’s annual Native Hawaiian Arts Market and an art and jewelry sale at the Honolulu Museum of Art. At ‘Iolani Palace, visitors can see the progress of the ongoing textile restoration project. www.honolulumuseum.org.

Events

  • Hawaii Craftsmen’s annual Raku Ho`olaule`a 2013 is today through Monday on the beach at Camp Mokule`ia. A complete prospectus and registration form is available for downloading at www.hawaiicraftsmen.org.  Registration forms and fees are due to the Hawaii Craftsmen office at 1159 Nuuanu, Honolulu, HI 96817 by May 17.
Monday, May 27

Music

  • The Glenn Miller Orchestra featuring 25 musicians, singers and dancers, including The Moonlight Serenade Singers and The Broadway Swing Dancers, perform in the Blaisdell Concert Hall at 6 pm. www.ticketmaster.com

Events

  • Hawaii Craftsmen’s annual Raku Ho`olaule`a 2013 is concludes today on the beach at Camp Mokule`ia. A complete prospectus and registration form is available for downloading at www.hawaiicraftsmen.org.  Registration forms and fees are due to the Hawaii Craftsmen office at 1159 Nuuanu, Honolulu, HI 96817 by May 17.

Tuesday, May 28

Music

  • Of Montreal performs at The Republik tonight at 8 pm. Opening acts include Hawaii's own Clones of the Queen and Sing the Body. For ticket information, visit www.bampproject.com.
  • Soul De Cuba Cafe (1121 Bethel St.) welcomes "Blue Juice" for Jazz night from 7 – 9 pm. www.souldecuba.com

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “Sta. Nina” at 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honolulumuseum.org

Event

  • The whole family is invited to sign-up for the Library's 2013 Summer Reading Programs and journey into the world of dinosaurs. Visit dinosaur activity stations, watch the dinosaur parade, create fun crafts and enjoy delicious treats.  All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It’s at 6 pm in the Kahuku Public & School Library. 293-8935  
Wednesday, May 29
Music
  • Hula's Bar & Lei Stand (134 Kapahulu Ave.) features GJ & IZIK playing rock, pop and Hawaiian music from 6 to 9 pm. www.hulas.com
  • Soul De Cuba Cafe (1121 Bethel St.) welcomes Son Caribe for Salsa Night from 7 – 9 pm. www.souldecuba.com.

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “The Bladed Hand: The Global Impact of the Filipino Martial Arts” at 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Director Jay Ignacio will be in attendance for an introduction and Q&A. www.honolulumuseum.org

Art Exhibits and Lectures

  • The Hawaii Conservation Alliance holds a talk story with Kim Welch of the O`ahu Natural Resources Program from 5:30 to 7 pm in Capital One 360 Café. http://hawaiiconservation.org

Thursday, May 30

Music

  • Hula's Bar & Lei Stand (134 Kapahulu Ave.) features Chris Salvador playing rock, pop and Hawaiian music from 6 to 9 pm. www.hulas.com

Films

  • The Filipino Film Festival screens “The Bladed Hand: The Global Impact of the Filipino Martial Arts” at 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Director Jay Ignacio will be in attendance for an introduction and Q&A at both screenings. www.honolulumuseum.org

Friday, May 31

Music

  • Choruses and orchestras around the world are commemorating Giuseppe Verdi’s birth with performances of his Requiem. This music will be performed by the Hawaii Vocal Arts Ensemble, Chaminade University Chorus, Festival Chorus and members of the Hawaii Symphony. Showtime is 7:30 pm in the Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa, 712 N. School St. www.honoluluboxoffice.com

Saturday, June 1

HPR EVENT

  • Mango Season’s evening in HPR’s Atherton Studio at 7:30 pm features the premiere performance of the group’s debut album entitled “Flying Home.” The album is an exploration of Annie and Curt’s journey home to Hawaii, and the island soul jazz music that was born of their travels and stories. The evening will include the live performance of their album as well as a beautiful rendition of a Princess Likelike mele; plus performances by guest artists featured on the album. Reservations at 955-8821 during business hours.

Events

  • Turtle Bay Resort will host the Annual North Shore Ocean Fest, a free celebration including notable speakers, film screenings, a silent auction, music, entertainment, and more. It takes place from 12 – 6 pm at Turtle Bay Resort. Free. 255-6944.
  • Habilitat presents their 13th Annual Luau, Auction and Benefit Concert from 10 am – 4 pm at King Intermediate School in Kaneohe. For ticket information, call 235-3691 or visit www.habilitat.org.
Sunday, June 2
Music
  • Mele Mai Paki Lima, a community hand bell choir will be performing a free concert of secular and contemporary music from 6 – 7 pm at Aiea United Methodist Church. www.hawaiihandbells.com.

Monday, June 3

Music

  • Mark Prados and His Enablers perform tonight at 9 pm at the Hard Rock Café, 280 Beachwalk. 955-7383.
Tuesday, June 4

 

Book Readings and Discussions
  • Jonathan Parshall, co-author of Shattered Sword: The Untold Story of the Battle of Midway, will hold a book signing at 4 pm at the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor. A reception will follow with a Q&A session at 6:30 pm. www.pacificaviationmuseum.org

Wednesday, June 5

Music

  • Mark Prados and His Enablers perform tonight at 8 pm at Down Beat Lounge, 42 N. Hotel St. 533-2328.
Saturday, June 8
Events
  • A geocaching program takes place at 10:30 am at Kapolei Public Library. Roland and Sheree Lee explain geocaching, a global game of "hide and seek" using GPS data. No registration required. For more information, call 693-7050 or visit www.librarieshawaii.org.
Tuesday, June 11

Films

  • Hawaii People's Fund & Hawaii Women in Filmmaking show the movie "Love Free or Die" at 6:30 pm in The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave. The film is about a man whose two defining passions the world can't reconcile: his love for God and for his partner Mark.
Friday, June 14

HPR EVENT

  • The Chair of the Piano Department at the renowned New England Conservatory of Music, Bruce Brubaker, is a visionary virtuoso. He has performed concerts worldwide, from Paris to Hong Kong to New York. His debut in HPR’s Atherton Studio at 7:30 pm is connected to the Aloha International Piano Festival, which begins June 15th. His concert is titled “Plugged and Unplugged: Bruce Brubaker Plays New American Piano Music.” For reservations, call 955-8821 during business hours.

Music

  • Mark Prados and His Enablers perform tonight at 9 pm at Surfer, The Bar in Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy. 293-6000.

Dance

  • The Second Annual Hawaii Burlesque Festival Revue features live Burlesque and Cabaret performances. It takes place at 7:30 pm at the Doris Duke Theater. A pre-show cocktail reception starts at 6 pm. www.hawaiiburlesquefestival.com.

Friday, June 28

Event

  • Windward Community College’s Imaginarium features its newest fulldome show, “Perfect Little Planet,”  at 7:00 p.m. The show follows the adventures of a family of space aliens looking for the perfect vacation spot in our solar system. Showtime is 7 pm. Call 235-7433. 

Saturday, July 6

Events

  • The Sixteenth Annual Hale`iwa Arts Festival will take place today.  Come enjoy beautiful exhibits next to the water at Hale`iwa Beach Park. Various artists will be in attendance. Grab something onolicious from one of the fabulous food vendors and enjoy live entertainment.
  • Kumu Kahua Theatre presents its annual Kālā-Bash Fundraiser and Silent Auction from 5 – 9 pm, 46 Merchant Street. Activities include live music and entertainment, food from popular Honolulu restaurants and a silent auction. For tickets, call 536-4441 or visit www.kumukahua.org
Saturday, July 20

Event

  • The Sixteenth Annual Hale`iwa Arts Festival will take place today and tomorrow.  Come enjoy beautiful exhibits next to the water at Hale`iwa Beach Park. Various artists will be in attendance. Grab something onolicious from one of the fabulous food vendors and enjoy live entertainment. 

Sunday, July 21

Event

  • The Sixteenth Annual Hale`iwa Arts Festival will take place today.  Come enjoy beautiful exhibits next to the water at Hale`iwa Beach Park. Various artists will be in attendance. Grab something onolicious from one of the fabulous food vendors and enjoy live entertainment.
Deadlines
  • ASAP: Registration for HCT’s Summer Stars program is now open. Keiki, morning and afternoon workshops begin June 10. Summer Stars will present Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.  Register now to reserve your spot at www.HawaiiChildrensTheatre.com or call 246-8985 for more information.
Art Exhibits
  • TODAY THROUGH MAY 19: The Honolulu Museum of Art hosts the exhibit The Endless Landscape: Handscrolls in Chinese Art. A number of unique painting formats developed in China that were radically different than the oil paintings on framed canvases that eventually became standard in Europe. Handscrolls were intended for more intimate viewing by a small number of acquaintances. This exhibition presents four of the finest Chinese handscrolls from the museum’s collection. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • TODAY THROUGH MAY 27: Lineage: A Family Tree of Printmakers highlights artists who have made significant contributions to the strong printmaking tradition of Hawai'i. The exhibit is on display at the Hamilton Library Alcove at UH Manoa. Free.
  • TODAY THROUGH MAY 30: Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden hosts the exhibit Aloha Ho‘omaluhia XXVIII. The exhibit celebrates the sublime beauty of nature while simultaneously addressing the fragility of our ecosystem and examining the complex relationship of humanity and nature. Gallery hours are 9 AM to 4 PM Monday-Sunday.  Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden is at 45-680 Luluku Road in Kane‘ohe.  For directions or additional information, call the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Gardens Visitor Center  at 233-7323
  • TODAY THROUGH JUNE 1: “a” mini retort offers various viewpoints in response to critical, complex situations.  Featuring works by artists Maile Andrade, Kaili Chun, Kauka de Silva, April Drexel, Noelle Kahanu, Imaikalani Kalahele, Kapulani Landgraf, Abigail Romanchak, Maika‘i Tubbs and Kunane Wooton. It’s at The ARTS at Marks Garage in conjunction with MAMo.
  • JUNE 6 THROUGH JULY 6: Eclectika is a group art exhibition with fresh work from fifteen local artists including Peter Shepard Cole, Cade Roster, Mat Kubo, Remi Mead, Travis Sasaki and Crystal Tezuka.  Opening reception is at Kissaten on Thursday, June 6 from 6 pm to 9 pm and open to the public.  Kissaten is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, 88 Piikoi St., 593-1200
  • TODAY THROUGH JUNE 7: Interisland Terminal presents the exhibit Uncontrollable Urge, the second solo show of works by Dana Paresa in its ii Gallery space at 687 Auahi Street. The exhibit presents black and white ink drawings depicting characters with paraphilias, delusions, obsessions, and compulsions. www.interislandterminal.org  
  • TODAY THROUGH JUNE 23: The exhibit Little Worlds features video sculptures by artist Tony Oursler.  New York artist Tony Oursler takes the moving image away from the video monitor and projects it onto three-dimensional surfaces and environments to create miniaturized worlds in which funny, strange, surreal narratives and imagery confront the viewer. In the Henry R. Luce Gallery at the Honolulu Museum of Art Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • TODAY THROUGH JUNE 28: Andrew Rose Gallery hosts the exhibit Contemporary Hawaiian Landscape Painting features never-before-seen large, medium and small piecesall made within the last year engage the challenges of this familiar genre and present a vision of the future of Hawaiian landscape painting. The Gallery is located at Bishop Square, Pauahi Tower, 1003 Bishop St., Ground Floor. 599-4400
  • TODAY THROUGH  JUNE 28: The exhibit The Canvas of the Weaver…Exquisite Handwoven Yardage is at Pauahi Tower Mezzanine Gallery, Bishop Square, 1001 Bishop Street. This juried fiber exhibition of loom weaving in its purest form goes far beyond the simple definition of yardage as the length, extent, or volume of something as measured in yards. www.hawaiihandweavers.org 
  • TODAY THROUGH JULY 7: Giovanni Battista Piranesi worked as a printmaker, designer, architect, archaeologist, and theorist in Italy during the 18th century. He produced more than 1,000 etchings and engravings of various places and objects, real and imagined. The Honolulu Museum of Art exhibit Antiquity in the 18th Century: Piranesi’s Views of Rome includes 135 plates that were issued throughout the artist’s lifetime. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • TODAY THROUGH JULY 8: The exhibit Revelation: Recent Additions to the Collection presents highlights of the works of art, from many generous donors, that have entered the museum's collection over the past two years--some of which have never been publicly exhibited. In the Honolulu Museum of Art Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • TODAY THROUGH JULY 21: Honolulu Museum of Art features the exhibit Command Performance: Kuba Cloths from Central Africa.  The Kuba wove the leaves of the raffia palm into textiles for ceremonial court adornment, prestigious cloths for negotiating social status, and performance and dance regalia. In the Honolulu Museum of Art Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • JUNE 6 THROUGH AUGUST 18: The Honolulu Museum of Art exhibit Lethal Beauty: Samurai Weapons and Armor highlights the striking duality of deadly weaponry created with artistic beauty. Sixty-three works by 30 master craftsmen span the 13th to 20th centuries, providing a comprehensive overview of the technical and aesthetic refinement of samurai art and artifacts. In the Honolulu Museum of Art Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • MAY 19 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15: The East-West Center Gallery presents an exhibition on the unique “Peranakan Chinese Heritage of Southeast Asia,” with textiles, clothing, ceramics, utensils and photos. Also called Straits Chinese, the Peranakan are descendants of Chinese traders who settled in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia as early as the 15th century. Mon. – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., noon – 4 p.m.. Closed Saturdays and holidays. Free admission. Arts.EastWestCenter.org.
  • JULY 18 THROUGH JANUARY 12, 2014: The Honolulu Museum of Art exhibit Georgia O’Keeffe and Ansel Adams: The Hawai‘i Pictures is the first exhibition to feature in dialogue work created in and about Hawai‘i by these two American masters. Both artists visited Hawai‘i at the height of their powers, and captured the islands’ extraordinary sense of place. In the Honolulu Museum of Art Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org
  • NOVEMBER 14 THROUGH MARCH 9, 2014: The exhibit Shunga II: The Culture of Sexuality in 19th-Century Japan is the second in a series of three exhibitions at the Honolulu Museum of Art that explore the development of Japan’s sexual culture through woodblock prints, woodblock-printed books, and paintings in the genre of shunga, or erotic art. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 4:30 pm; Sunday 1 – 5 pm. www.honolulumuseum.org

Ongoing Weekly Events

MONDAY

  • Tahiti Rey and Jason Alan perform at Tiki's Bar & Grill from 9 to 11 pm. www.tikisgrill.com (8/29/12)
  • Mojo  entertains at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • JJ Bistro & French Pastry (3447 Wai`alae Ave.) hosts Brazilian Bossa Nova Night from 5 to 8:30 pm. www.jjfrenchpastry.com (12/21/12)
  • Mars Comedy presents Open Mic Comedy Night in Edge Bar at 1661 Kapiolani Boulevard. Performer’s sign-up starts at 7:30 pm and the show time is 8 pm. Call 779-5579 or email ComedianJamesMane@gmail.com. (1/07/13)

TUESDAY

  • Hawaii Theatre offers one-hour guided tours chronicling its history and restoration at 11 am.  Please call in advance at 528-0506. Theatre rehearsals may pre-empt the tours. (6/05/12)
  • Nando Suan and Mike Barques play bosso nova jazz from 5 to 9 pm at Nico’s Restaurant at Pier 38. 540-1377. (11/26/12)
  • Royal Hawaiian Center offers live Hawaiian music from 6 to 7 pm on the Royal Grove. royalhawaiiancenter.com. (3/8/13)
  • Mojo performs at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • EVERY FIRST AND THIRD TUESDAY: The Vivo Duo consists of musicians Ruth Shiroma Foster and Duane Padilla playing original works and new musical interpretations. Showtime is 8 pm in The Dragon Upstairs, 1038 Nu`uanu Ave (7/3/12). www.thedragonupstairs.com

WEDNESDAY

  • The Mouna Spirit Trio plays at Soul de Cuba Café (1121 Bethel St.) from 6:30 pm. www.souldecuba.com
  • Nico's Family Seafood Restaurant hosts Brazilian Bossa Nova Jazz Night from 5 to 9 pm. 540-1377 (5/7/13)
  • St. Andrew's Cathedral presents a free Organ Recital at 12:15 pm.  Brownbag lunches welcome. E-mail StAndrewsChoir@hawaii.rr.com or call 524-2822, ext. 223 for information.
  • Michel’s at the Colony Surf (2895 Kalakaua Ave.) features live guitar music beginning at 6:30 pm. (7/9/12) www.michelshawaii.com
  • 2 Point O appears at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • Royal Hawaiian Center offers live Hawaiian music from 6 to 7 pm on the Royal Grove. royalhawaiiancenter.com. (3/8/13)
  • WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY: Hawai`i Heritage Center conducts a Chinatown Historic & Cultural Walking Tour from 9:30 to 11:30 am.  Reservations are required; call 521-2749.
  • WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY: The Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art offers tours to Shangri La, the Honolulu home of American heiress and philanthropist Doris Duke. Call 1-866-DUKE-TIX for tickets and information. (4/24/12)

THURSDAY

  • Tahiti Rey and Jason Alan perform at the Hyatt Regency's SWIM Bar from 5 to 8 pm. waikiki.hyatt.com (8/29/12)
  • Michel’s at the Colony Surf (2895 Kalakaua Ave.) features live guitar music beginning at 6:30 pm. (7/9/12) www.michelshawaii.com
  • Royal Hawaiian Center offers live music entertainment from 6 to 7 pm on the Royal Grove. royalhawaiiancenter.com. (3/8/13)
  • Tito Berinobis entertains at Chart House Waikiki from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: Easy Music Center  (1314 S. King St. #G1) hosts a jam session/open mic  from 5 to 6:30 pm.  It is completely free and all the equipment is provided. (9/18/12) www.EasyMusicCenter.com
  • EVERY THIRD THURSDAY: The Newcomers Club of Honolulu hosts a luncheon meeting with a speaker at 11:30 am.  Call 591-7600 or visit  www.NewcomersClubOfHonolulu.org.
  • EVERY LAST THURSDAY: Kitchen Music Society presents SMOKE, a lounge event featuring jazz, down tempo and world music DJs. It's from 6 pm – midnight at thirtyninehotel, 39 N. Hotel St. (1/30/13)

FRIDAY

  • The Royal Grove on the ground floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center offers live Hawaiian music from 6 to 7 pm. royalhawaiiancenter.com. (3/8/13)
  • Maggie Herron on piano and vocals with Rocky Holmes on sax perform jazz at 8:30 pm at Lewers Lounge in the Halekulani Hotel. (3/27/13)
  • Michel’s at the Colony Surf (2895 Kalakaua Ave.) features live guitar music beginning at 6:30 pm. (7/9/12) www.michelshawaii.com
  • Mark Yim's PILIKIA entertains at Chart House Waikiki from 6 to 9 pm.  PILIKIA II performs from 9:30 pm to 12:30 am. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • EVERY FIRST FRIDAY:  The First Friday Downtown Honolulu Gallery Walk presents an evening featuring sixteen galleries and studios celebrating artists, art and art making and including live entertainment.  www.artsatmarks.com
  • EVERY FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAY: The Kapolei Hawai`i Maoli Open Market showcases small businesses in the islands. The market is from 3 to 7 pm at the Prince Kuhio Community Center in Kapolei (91-1270 Kinioiki Street). The market is free and open to the public. (6/15/12)

SATURDAY

  • The American Institute of Architects presents a walking tour of downtown Honolulu led by an architect from 9 to 11:30 am. Call 545-4242 for reservations.
  • Michel’s at the Colony Surf (2895 Kalakaua Ave.) features live guitar music beginning at 6:30 pm. (7/9/12) www.michelshawaii.com
  • Maggie Herron on piano and vocals with Rocky Holmes on sax perform jazz at 8:30 pm at Lewers Lounge in the Halekulani Hotel. (3/27/13)
  • 2 Point O appears at Chart House Waikiki from 8 pm to midnight. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • SATURDAY / SUNDAY:  Art on the Zoo Fence provides a showcase for local artists to display original paintings and photography.  The Zoo Fence is across from Kapi`olani Park. www.artonthezoofence.com
  • EVERY SECOND AND  FOURTH SATURDAY: Enjoy music and learn dances from around the world from 7 to 9 pm in the Atherton YMCA, 1810 University Ave. (Mary Atherton Richards House—next door to the big pink building). Everyone welcome! Beginner-friendly dances! Donations appreciated.

SUNDAY

  • Dean & Dean entertain at Chart House Waikiki from 6 to 9 pm. 941-6660. (4/2/12)
  • EVERY FIRST SUNDAY:  St. Andrew's Cathedral presents a free Organ Recital and Choral Evensong at 7:30 pm. E-mail StAndrewsChoir@hawaii.rr.com or call 524-2822, ext. 223 for information.
  • EVERY FIRST SUNDAY: Soul Patrol plays acoustic rock, blues and soul music “unplugged” from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Aloha Beer Company, 580 N. Nimitz Hwy. (3/26/13)
  • EVERY THIRD SUNDAY:  The Honolulu Musuem of Art is open free of charge from 11 am to 5 pm for as part of its Family Sunday program. Call 532-8700 for information. 
Outlaw Country with Will Hoover & Kevin Hirase followed by The Honolulu Lounge Lizards entertain from 7 pm to closing at Hanks Cafe Honolulu. 526-1411
"Contra Dance, live music by Whiskey Starship. Beginners welcome. All dances taught. No partner necessary. All ages welcome. Atherton YMCA, 1820 University Ave., 7:30 - 10:00 pm. Free. www.sls.hawaii.edu/contra or 392-8774 for more info."