Friday, July 3

• The Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus stages "Na `Uhane--Stories of Hawaii," a Hawaiian legend opera featuring students grades 4 to 12. Showtimes are 3 and 7 pm in Windward Community College's Paliku Theatre. www.honoluluboxoffice.com.

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Maunalua from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art & Cafe presents Friends of Adam with Clayton Campania from 9 pm. 2 am.  945-0800.

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 8 pm, Sunday at 4.  www.manoavalleytheatre.com or 988-6131.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows "Two Lovers" with Joaquin Phoenix and Gwyneth Paltrow at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm. 532-8700.

Events

• The Aloha Tower Marketplace presents "Food, Fashion and Fireworks" beginning at 5 pm. Non-stop live music is featured throughout the Marketplace by HAPA, Willie K, TJ & Micah, the Pacific Fleet Band, the Johnny Rock Society, Mihana Souza and 10 Feet.  Plus line dancing, a jeans fashion show at 6 pm and a Harbor Front fireworks show at 8:45 pm.

• On this First Friday, downtown galleries and studios stay open late for an evening celebrating art. Visit The ARTS at Marks Garage, Chinatown Boardroom, Pacific Traditions Gallery, The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center and more. Parking is always cheap & plentiful at Kukui Plaza. Gallery map and parking information at www.artsatmarks.com.

• Land of Organica (900a Maunakea St.) presents Soulebration from 5 to 10 pm in Chinatown.  The event features live music and organic cuisine.  637-2117.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Dr. Terry Carolan's A President from Hawaii  is the first locally published children's book about Barack Obama and explores the unique values of growing up in the islands. Book readings are at 5:30 and 6:45 pm in the Atrium Stage area at the Aloha Tower Marketplace.

Saturday, July 4

HPR EVENT

• Sandy Tsukiyama De Oliveira and the Brazilofiles return to HPR's Atherton Studio to perform "Remembering Rio, Part II" at 7:30 pm.  955-8821.

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Brother Noland from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe presents Maacho and Cool Connection from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight is 8 pm and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows "Casablanca" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• Sunset on the Beach on Queen's Surf Beach in Waikiki begins with food booths opening at 4 pm, followed by great live entertainment from the salsa band Son Caribe at 5:30 pm. The James bond movie "Quantum of Solace" (PG-13) plays at 7:18 pm.

Fourth of July Events

• The 2009 4th of July Spectacular starts at Sills Field at 9 am. It features rides, games, food and entertainment. Fireworks are at 8:30 pm.

• The Kailua 4th of July Parade begins at 10 am at Kainalu Elementary and goes to Kailua District Park. Fireworks are at 8 pm at Kailua Beach Park. Admission is free. www.savekailuafireworks.com.

• Naval Station Pearl Harbor hosts a 4th of July Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular at Ward Field on the base. It's free and open to military ID holders and their sponsored guests. This year's activities include live entertainment, a car show, carnival games and a petting zoo. The fun begins at 2 pm and ends with a fireworks display at 9 pm. Visit www.greatlifehawaii.com or call 473-0606.

• Independence Day at Maunalua Bay features food, family games, entertainment by Maunalua. It's from 2 to 9 pm with fireworks at 8 at Maunalua Beach Park. Admission is free. 394-9226

• The Turtle Bay Resort 4th of July Celebration starts at 3:30 pm with food, games and entertainment by the Ka`ala Boys and the De Lima `Ohana. Fireworks begin at nightfall. 293-8811.

• Ala Moana Center presents the state's largest fireworks show and one of the largest in the country.  Thirty percent of the fireworks will consist of brand-new products never seen before. The center's makai/ewa parking deck has the best viewing.  Entertainment begins at 5 pm. The fireworks show starts at 8:30 pm.

Sunday, July 5

Music

• Chaminade University presents the Hawaii Vocal Masterworks Festival at 4 pm. Call 550-8457 or visit www.hawaiivocalarts.org.

• The Royal Hawaiian Band performs at the Waialua Bandstand, located next to the Waialua Sugar Mill, from 4 to 5 pm. www.sugarmillhawaii.com/bandstand

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Henry Kapono from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime is 4 pm. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows "The International" with Clive Owen and Naomi Watts at 12:30, 3, 5:30 and 8 pm. 735-8771.

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtimes are 1, 4 and 7:30 pm. 532-8700.

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "Jesus in India" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• As part of the exhibit "Cosmic Creatures: Textiles from Northeast Lao Communities," the East-West Center Gallery offers demonstrations on Supplementary Weft Weaving from 1 to 4 pm. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon to 4 pm. 944-7584 or www.eastwestcenter.org.  

Events

• Sunset on the Beach on Queen's Surf Beach in Waikiki begins with food booths opening at 4 pm, followed by great live entertainment from Typical Youth at 5:30 pm and the Japan Airlines Hula Show at 6:30. The Japanese film "Honoka`a Boy" plays at 7:18 pm.

Monday, July 6

Music

• Jazz Minds Art & Cafe presents Red Afterburn from 9 pm to 1 am.   945-0800.

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre holds auditions at 7 pm for the musical "Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit." The show is performed by a cast of two men and two women and requires versatile, creative comedic performers who can sing, dance and move well. Performance dates are September 3 to October 4. For more information call 988-6131.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the French film "Tango" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Pajama Monday at 6 pm. Families are invited to experience a bedtime story, song and simple craft.  For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

Tuesday, July 7

Music

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe showcases Jazz Story Quartet from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. This weekly event starts at 5:45 pm and continues through August 11 at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Films

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm. 532-8700.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Tiny Tales for Tiny Tots. The forty-five minute sessions begin at 9 and 10:30 am. Keiki up to age 4, with a parent or caregiver, are invited to enjoy a song and storytime. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• Mission Houses Museum's Senior Curator Elizabeth Nosek discusses six missionary women and their contributions to Hawaii to July 7, admission free, at Noon in the Visitor's Center.  Bring a bag lunch or purchase something in the Mission Houses Museum Cafe.  261-0705

Wednesday, July 8

Music

• St. Andrew's Cathedral presents Cathedral Assistant Organist C. Thomas Rhoads performing the music of Karg-Elert and Rheinberger. The concert at 12:15 pm is free with donations accepted. 524-2822.

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. The Hot Club of Hulaville performs tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

• Keanu and Kawena Mechler Hula play Hawaiian music at Thirtyninehotel from 6 to 8 pm. 599-2552.

• 2009 Na Hoku Hanohano nominee Danny Carvalho will perform and discuss the music of artists who have influenced his journey in Kiho`alu (slack key). This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 11 and older. It starts at 6:30 pm in the Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

• The Satomi Yarimizo Trio and DeShannon Higa meet Emi Mey and Shing02 visiting from Los Angeles at Gordon Biersch at 6:30 pm.

• Brasserie Du Vin hosts Roger and Bernardo playing Latin music at 7 pm. 545-1115.

• Bar35 (35 N. Hotel St.) welcomes singer and guitarist Jessie Savio at 9 pm. 537-3535.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts The Deadbeat Revival from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com

Films

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm. 532-8700.

Art Exhibits / Lectures / Book Readings

• Kailua Public Library hosts Keiki Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am until August 12. Keiki Storytime is 30 minutes long and includes stories, fingerplays, and occasional simple crafts.  It's recommended for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 266-9911.

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Around the World Wednesdays. Explore the seven continents through stories and crafts. The program starts at 3:30 pm and is limited to 15 students from K through grade 3. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

• UH Outreach College's Sustain Your Brain lecture series continues with "Energy Saving Architecture." Stephen Meder's talk will focus on the use of solar and other design elements for high performance, sustainable buildings. It's free, starting at 7 pm in the Architecture Auditorium on the UH Manoa campus. Call 956-8400 or visit www.outreach.hawaii.edu/summer/sustain for more information.

Thursday, July 9

Music

• 2009 Na Hoku Hanohano nominee Danny Carvalho will perform and discuss the music of artists who have influenced his journey in Kiho`alu (slack key). This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 11 and older. It starts at 6 pm in the Aiea Public Library. 483-7333.

• Jim Smart and Friends perform acoustic rock at Cha Cha Cha Salsaria in Hawaii Kai from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. 395-7797.

• The Lotus at Diamond Head (2885 Kalakaua) features visiting vocalist, Sacha Boutros. She will be performing with Dan Del Negro on piano and Steve Jones on bass. The music will be playing from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. 342-8232.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe features ML Plate Lunch and the Bentos from 9 pm to 1 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com

• The Department Theatre and Dance at the University of Hawaii at Manoa presents "Black Box Black Blocks" at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at 8 pm. The program is not recommended for young children due to some adult situations and strong language. For more information, visit http://blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the Japanese film "Miss Oyu" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm. 532-8700.

Friday, July 10

Music

• The 1st Annual MELE Songwriters Workshop presents "Harbor Lights - The Songwriters Sing!" Tonight's concert features Disney duo Adam Watts and Andy Dodd, urban hit-maker Kristal Oliver, country award-winner Craig Wiseman, versatile million-seller Dennis Matkosky, and leading Hawai`i singer-songwriters. It starts at 6:45 pm at the Aloha Tower Waterfront Stage. Call 694-9266 or visit www.melesongwriters.org.

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Maunalua from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art & Café presents After Dark from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival opens its eighth season with an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 8 pm and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com

• The Department Theatre and Dance at the University of Hawaii at Manoa presents "Black Box Black Blocks" at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at 8 pm. The program is not recommended for young children due to some adult situations and strong language. For more information, visit http://blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of "The Wedding Singer" at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the French film "Conversations with My Gardener" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• The Doris Duke Theatre screens the Chinese film "Please Vote for Me," a documentary about an experiment in democracy taking place in a third grade classroom. Showtime is 1 pm. 532-8700.

• It's opening night of the 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival at the Doris Duke Theatre. Moviegoers have the option of coming in at 6 pm for dinner, followed by the film  screening of "Icons2"at 7:30 pm. The movie was shot in Bali, the Philippines, California, Tahiti and Hawaii and features many Hawaii surfers. Director Lance Arinaga will introduce the film and a Q&A follows. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Author/cartoonist Neil Numberman, creator of the graphic novel "Joey Fly, Private Eye," is the special guest for the Kapolei Children's summer reading program at 10:30 pm. 693-7050.

Event

• The Polynesian Cultural center hosts the Ninth Annual Te Mahana Hiroa O Tahiti Festival, Tahitian youth dance festival. The solo preliminary competition is tonight at 7:45 pm in Hale Aloha Theater. The solo competition finals and group competition are tomorrow at 9 am in the Pacific Theater. 293-3333 or www.polynesia.com.

Saturday, July 11

HPR EVENT

• Sacha Boutros, who has been captivating audiences both in the United States and Japan, will be making her Atherton debut at 8 pm in a concert that will include music from her 2008 CD "Simply Sacha." The San Diego native has been receiving strong reviews on that CD, and has already appeared in Honolulu at The Lotus at Diamond Head. She will be joined in the Atherton by Dan Del Negro on piano and Steve Jones on bass. Possessing a four-octave range, the jazz singer performs in several genres and languages including Latin Jazz, Jazz, Bossa Nova, French Chansons, Italian and French Hot Club, World Music and has also trained in Bel Canto. For reservations, call 955-8821.

Music

• Kapolei Public Library hosts "Sing Along with Uncle Wayne" at 10:30 am. 693-7050.

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with 30 Toes from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Anuhea performs selections from her new self-titled CD at 7 pm in Borders Ward Centre. 591-8995.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe presents Tempo Valley from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight is 8 pm and tomorrow at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com

• The Department Theatre and Dance at the University of Hawaii at Manoa presents "Black Box Black Blocks" at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at 8 pm. The program is not recommended for young children due to some adult situations and strong language. For more information, visit http://blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre stages "The Wedding Singer" at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the Serbian film "Life is a Miracle" at 12:15, 3, 5:45 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Present" at 1, 4 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Director Thomas Campbell documents modern-day surfing in an old-school style, filming surfers in West Africa, Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand, California and Hawaii. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• The Contemporary Museum in Makiki presents the exhibit  of Japanese artist Yoshihiro Suda, who's internationally known for his installations of delicate carved and painted wooden plant life. The exhibit runs until October 18. www.tcmhi.org.

• The Contemporary Museum in Makiki presents a site-specific installation by TCM Artist in Residence Michael Arcega. This new work, entitled Overlooks, consists of several arboreal structures utilizing the monkey-pod trees on the property in Makiki Heights. It runs through October 25. www.tcmhi.org.  

Book Readings and Discussions

• Award-winning novelist Jane Porter conducts "Motivation, Plot, and Pacing," a free workshop on three essential elements of a successful novel, at Aina Haina Public Library at 10 am in the meeting room. A question-and-answer session follows.  This two-hour workshop which is recommended for adults. 377-2456.

• Meet author and illustrator Neil Numberman and be the first to get a preview of his first picture book Do Not Build a Frankenstein! at McCully-Mo`ili`ili Library at 11 am. 973-1099.

Events

• The Polynesian Cultural center hosts the Ninth Annual Te Mahana Hiroa O Tahiti Festival, Tahitian youth dance festival. The solo competition finals and group competition is at 9 am in the Pacific Theater. 293-3333 or www.polynesia.com.

• The Contemporary Museum presents ArtSpree, its free annual open house from 10 am to 4 pm in the gardens and galleries of TCM. The event features art activities, entertainment and food. Punahou School will provide free parking for all visitors to ArtSpree and TCM will offer free continuous bus shuttle service to and from the museum all day long. For a complete schedule visit www.tcmhi.org.

• Kailua Hawaiian Civic Club presents a day of song, dance, cultural demonstrations, educational exhibits, crafts and Hawaiian food at the 7th Annual Ulupo Heiau Ho`ike at Kailua YMCA from 10 am to 3 pm.  This event is free and open to the public. Visit www.kailuahawaiiancivicclub.com for more information.

• Volunteers have been doing housekeeping in the Academy Lending Collection and have discovered a huge cache of thousands of art books, which go on sale at rock bottom prices. It runs from 10 am to 4 pm at The Art Center at Linekona. 

• The 8^th Annual Hula Ho`olauna kicks off with a hula exhibition featuring Japan and Hawaii’s hula halau.  The festivities take place on Ala Moana’s Center Stage from 10 am to 7 pm.  286-2178.

Sunday, July 12

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Henry Kapono from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

Theatre

• The Department Theatre and Dance at the University of Hawaii at Manoa presents "Black Box Black Blocks" at the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at 2 pm. The program is not recommended for young children due to some adult situations and strong language. For more information, visit http://blackboxblackblocks.wordpress.com.

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime is 4 pm. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre stages"The Wedding Singer" at 4 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the Indian film "Valley of Flowers" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Present" at 1, 4 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Director Thomas Campbell documents modern-day surfing in an old-school style, filming surfers in West Africa, Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand, California and Hawaii. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

• The UH KIDS FIRST! Film Festival presents age-appropriate groupings of classic, independent, short and sneak preview films that entertain through a balance of animation and live action, plus varied themes from different cultures. It's in the UH Manoa Art Auditorium at 3 pm. Visit www.outreach.hawaii.edu/summer or call 956-8400 for information.

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with “Rumi: Poet of the Heart” at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Events

• The Friends of He`eia is a non-profit educational organization offering valuable programs on the natural and cultural heritage of the ahupua`a. Today’s Family Day features music, hula, clowns, face painting, arts & crafts, a silent auction, plant sale, food and drink. Visit the lo`i and coastal indigenous gardens and the landscaped park on Kane`ohe Bay. It’s from noon to 8 pm at He`eia State Park (46-465 Kamehameha Highway).

• Volunteers have been doing housekeeping in the Academy Lending Collection and have discovered a huge cache of thousands of art books, which go on sale at rock bottom prices. It runs from 10 am to 4 pm at The Art Center at Linekona. 

• Visiting Japanese halau compete for the title "Hula Ho`olauna Aloha 2009" at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel from 3 to 6:45 pm.  286-2178.

Monday, July 13

Music

• Jazz Minds Art & Cafe presents Red Afterburn from 9 pm to 1 am.   945-0800.

Films

• The Movie Museum shows the French film "Conversations with My Gardener" at 12:30, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 and 8:30 pm. 735-8771.

Art Exhibits / Lectures / Book Readings

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Pajama Monday at 6 pm. Families are invited to experience a bedtime story, song and simple craft. Diane Ferlatte, an internationally-acclaimed and award-winning storyteller is tonight's featured guest. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

Tuesday, July 14

Music

• 2009 Na Hoku Hanohano nominee Danny Carvalho will perform and discuss the music of artists who have influenced his journey in Kiho`alu (slack key). This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 11 and older. It starts at 5:30 pm in the Salt Lake-Moanalua Public Library. 831-6831.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe showcases Jazz Story Quartet from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. This weekly event starts at 5:45 pm and continues through August 11 at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Present" at 1and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Director Thomas Campbell documents modern-day surfing in an old-school style, filming surfers in West Africa, Australia, Indonesia, New Zealand, California and Hawaii. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

• The Gotta Dance! Film Series screens "Ballerina," an intimate look at six Russian ballerinas. Showtime is 7 pm in the Cupola Theater at the Honolulu Design Center (1250 Kapiolani Blvd).

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Tiny Tales for Tiny Tots. The forty-five minute sessions begin at 9 and 10:30 am. Keiki up to age 4, with a parent or caregiver, are invited to enjoy a song and storytime. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

Wednesday, July 15

Music

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. Manoa DNA performs tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts "On the Homefront: Stories of Courtship in Hawaii." Storyteller Nyla Fujii Babb tells stories from pre-World War II through the Vietnam War. Sing along with Nyla as she shares some memorable love songs. Suitable for ages 12 and older. 832-3466.

• Lopaka Brown plays Hawaiian music at Thirtyninehotel from 6 to 8 pm. 599-2552.

• Brasserie Du Vin hosts jazz pianist Satomi and Guests at 7 pm. 545-1115.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts The Deadbeat Revival from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "Musica Surfica," a documentary that follows violinist Richard Tognetti as he explores new boundaries in experimental surfing and music. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kailua Public Library hosts Keiki Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am until August 12. Keiki Storytime is 30 minutes long and includes stories, fingerplays, and occasional simple crafts.  It's recommended for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 266-9911.

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Around the World Wednesdays. Explore the seven continents through stories and crafts. The program starts at 3:30 pm and is limited to 15 students from K through grade 3. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

• The Kapolei Public Library Book Club has its first organizational meeting at 6:30 pm. 693-7050.

Thursday, July 16

Music

• Waikiki Aquarium's "Ke Kani O Ke Kai" 2009 Summer Concert Series presents Kaumakaiwa Kanaka`ole on the Great Lawn. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the concert starts at 7. Concert-goers may bring low-lying beach chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For reservations, 550-8847 or www.honoluluboxoffice.com.

• Jim Smart and Friends perform acoustic rock at Cha Cha Cha Salsaria in Hawaii Kai from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. 395-7797.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

• Bar35 (35 N. Hotel St.) welcomes the JJ Waller Trio playing the blues at 9 pm. 537-3535.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe features ML Plate Lunch and the Bentos from 9 pm to 1 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "Musica Surfica," a documentary that follows violinist Richard Tognetti as he explores new boundaries in experimental surfing and music. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Friday, July 17

Music

• Anna Bannana's 40^th "Bannanaversary" Party features the club's regulars performing outside in the parking area starting at 1 pm. All ages welcome.

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Maunalua from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art & Cafe presents Soul Cafe starring Blythe Goya singer, Zack Ruffin bass, Konrad Hendrich guitar and Gerard Lawson keyboard saxophone from 9 pm to 2 am.  945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 8 pm and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens the documentary "Sipping Jetstreams," about a photographer and a filmmaker as they explore Morocco, Hong Kong, Italy, Indonesia, Egypt, Japan, Cuba and Barbados. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Saturday, July 18

HPR EVENT

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and tomorrow at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime tonight is 8 pm and Sunday at 4. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 3 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "Sipping Jetstreams," a documentary about a photographer and a filmmaker as they explore Morocco, Hong Kong, Italy, Indonesia, Egypt, Japan, Cuba and Barbados. Showtimes are 1, 4 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Event

• Foster Botanical Garden presents Midsummer Night's Gleam from 4:30 to 10 pm. This free event features live music, dancing, storytelling, children's activities and much more. 522-7064.

Sunday, July 19

HPR EVENT

• Ukulele Festival Hawaii presents the Target 39th Annual Ukulele Festival at 9:30 am at Kapiolani Park Bandstand. Special guests include Holunape, Bill Tapia, Taimane, Palolo, Ken Makuakane, Natalie Ai-Kamauu, and guest performers from around the world. More information visit www.ukulelefestivalhawaii.org

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Henry Kapono from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival stages an all-female production of "Richard II," one of Shakespeare's greatest, and most intimate, tragedies. Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Manoa Valley Theatre stages its season finale, the Tony Award-winning musical "The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." Six young contestants learn that winning isn't everything, and losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Showtime is 4 pm. 988-6131 or www.manoavalleytheatre.com Today is the final performance.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 4 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The UH KIDS FIRST! Film Festival presents age-appropriate groupings of classic, independent, short and sneak preview films that entertain through a balance of animation and live action, plus varied themes from different cultures. It's in the UH Manoa Art Auditorium at 3 pm. Visit www.outreach.hawaii.edu/summer or call 956-8400 for information.

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "Enlighten Up! A Skeptic’s Journey into the World of Yoga" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Green Iguana." All of the action takes place on the back of an iguana that lies in the water and creates little islands from the spikes along his tail. Filmed in Australia, Hawaii and Indonesia. Showtimes are 1, 4 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. Filmmaker Jack McCoy will introduce the film and a clip of his new movie at the 7:30 showing. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Event

• Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday: Blown Out of Proportion explores the concept of proportion through an art scavenger hunt and Piet Mondrian's Geometric paintings. Mad Science of Hawaii will be on hand with an exploding foam fountain, flying water glasses and a genie in a bottle. It's free and runs from 11 am to 5 pm at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. 532-8700.

Monday, July 20

Music

• Jazz Minds Art & Café presents Red Afterburn from 9 pm to 1 am.   945-0800.

Tuesday, July 21

Music

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe showcases Jazz Story Quartet from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. This weekly event starts at 5:45 pm and continues through August 11 at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Green Iguana." All of the action takes place on the back of an iguana that lies in the water and creates little islands from the spikes along his tail. Filmed in Australia, Hawaii and Indonesia. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Wednesday, July 22

Music

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii performs tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

• Sam Ho`ohuli and Kawena Mechler Hula play Hawaiian music at Thirtyninehotel from 6 to 8 pm. 599-2552.

• Brasserie Du Vin hosts Jazzy Jay playing easy-listening music at 7 pm. 545-1115.

• Bar35 (35 N. Hotel St.) welcomes singer and guitarist Jessie Savio at 9 pm. 537-3535.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts The Deadbeat Revival from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "The Green Iguana." All of the action takes place on the back of an iguana that lies in the water and creates little islands from the spikes along his tail. Filmed in Australia, Hawaii and Indonesia. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kailua Public Library hosts Keiki Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am until August 12. Keiki Storytime is 30 minutes long and includes stories, fingerplays, and occasional simple crafts.  It's recommended for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 266-9911.

• Kalihi-Palama Library hosts Around the World Wednesdays. Explore the seven continents through stories and crafts. The program starts at 3:30 pm and is limited to 15 students from K through grade 3. For more information, please call the library at 832-3466.

Thursday, July 23

Music

• Jim Smart and Friends perform acoustic rock at Cha Cha Cha Salsaria in Hawaii Kai from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. 395-7797.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe features ML Plate Lunch and the Bentos from 9 pm to 1 am. 945-0800.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "Dear & Yonder: Daring Stories of Ladies United By The Sea." The film uncovers the history of women’s surfing, from pre-missionary Hawaiian koa-boarders to 20th-century pioneers such as Linda Benson, Rell Sunn and Margo Oberg. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Friday, July 24

HPR EVENT

• The two acclaimed musicians who just won the 2009 Na Hoku Hanohano award for Best Instrumental Recording for their Mountain Apple CD "Haleakala," guitarist Jeff Peterson and shakuhachi grand master Riley Lee, have decided to celebrate their win with an Atherton concert at 7:30 p.m. While much of the evening will include work from "Haleakala," it will also include some solo slack key guitar work. The shakuhachi (bamboo flute) is ideally suited to Hawaiian music, with its ability to play the soft melodies and rich harmonies, and slides, bends, and other ornaments, with an expressive quality rivaled only by the human voice. Featuring refreshing interpretations of many of the most celebrated songs from Hawai‘i, "Haleakala" also includes four original pieces inspired by the beauty and majesty of the Haleakala mountain and its dramatic crater. For reservations, call 955-8821.

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Maunalua from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts Gyn & The Blue Light Funk Band from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org. 

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 8 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• The 2^nd Annual Surf Film Festival screens "Dear & Yonder: Daring Stories of Ladies United By The Sea." The film uncovers the history of women’s surfing, from pre-missionary Hawaiian koa-boarders to 20th-century pioneers such as Linda Benson, Rell Sunn and Margo Oberg. Showtimes are 1 and 7:30 pm in the Doris Duke Theatre. A closing night party at 6 pm precedes the 7:30 showing. www.honoluluacademytix.com or call 532-8700.

Saturday, July 25

HPR EVENT

• Downtown Charley & The Humbones and Boogie bring the blues to the Atherton Studio at 7:30 pm. Reservations at 955-8821 during business hours.

Music

• The 12th Annual Harmonica Recital and Concert features two local harmonica bands totaling about 60 members playing a variety of American, Japanese and Hawaiian music. It starts at 2 pm at the Mission Memorial Auditorium in the Honolulu City Hall annex in downtown Honolulu. Admission is free. 833-4336.

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Kawao from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org. 

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 3 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com.

Films

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe screens the surf movie "Surf Nazis Must Die" with the band Plumpus. Costumes are suggested. It's from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• Dr. John Szostak is the Assistant Professor of Japanese Art History at UH Manoa. He will lecture at The Contemporary Museum in Makiki on Contemporary Japanese Artists, including the work of Yoshihiro Suda. Suda’s work is on view in the galleries. This program is free with museum entry. Reservations recommended at 237-5217.
   

Book Readings and Discussions

• Nationally-renowned storyteller Bobby Norfolk entertains with his collection of stories at 10:30 am in the Kapolei Public Library. 693-7050.

Sunday, July 26

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Beach 5 from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

• Diamond Head Theatre presents its season finale and Hawaii premiere of The Wedding Singer, at 4 pm. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Call 733-0274 to charge-by-phone or purchase tickets online at www.diamondheadtheatre.com. 

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "The Knowledge of Healing" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Monday, July 27

Music

• Jazz Minds Art & Cafe presents Red Afterburn from 9 pm to 1 am.   945-0800.  

Tuesday, July 28

Music

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe showcases Jazz Story Quartet from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. This weekly event starts at 5:45 pm and continues through August 11 at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Wednesday, July 29

Music

• Brasserie Du Vin hosts Sonny Silva and Friends playing European jazz at 7 pm. 545-1115.

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. Jake Shimabukuro performs tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts The Deadbeat Revival from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Art Exhibits / Lectures / Book Readings

• Kailua Public Library hosts Keiki Storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am until August 12. Keiki Storytime is 30 minutes long and includes stories, fingerplays, and occasional simple crafts.  It's recommended for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 266-9911

Thursday, July 30

Music

• Waikiki Aquarium's "Ke Kani O Ke Kai" 2009 Summer Concert Series presents Maunalua on the Great Lawn. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the concert starts at 7. Concert-goers may bring low-lying beach chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For reservations, 550-8847 or www.honoluluboxoffice.com.

• Moonlight Mele On The Lawn at Bishop Museum welcomes Darren Benitez and Hoku Zuttermeister. Doors open to the general public at 6 pm. Concert-goers may bring low-lying beach chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For tickets call 847-8209 and visit www.bishopmuseum.org for more information.

• Jim Smart and Friends perform acoustic rock at Cha Cha Cha Salsaria in Hawaii Kai from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. 395-7797.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe features ML Plate Lunch and the Bentos from 9 pm to 1 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Friday, July 31

Music

• Duke's Waikiki in the Outrigger Waikiki hosts a free "Concert on the Beach" with Maunalua from 4 to 6 pm. 922-2268.

• Jazz Minds Art and Cafe hosts Gyn & The Blue Light Funk Band from 9 pm to 2 am. 945-0800.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Event

• ARTafterDARK presents Southern Comfort at the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Honolulu's popular monthly nightlife event takes on a drawl in July. It runs from 6 to 9 pm. 532-8700.

Saturday, August 1

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Event

• Aloha Performing Arts Company holds a gala with Andrew Lloyd Webber at 6 pm at Aloha Theatre.  The event features live music, food, wine, artwork and auctions.  322-9924.

Sunday, August 2

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with "Pericles," about one man’s search for his wife and daughter. Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "Fierce Grace" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Tuesday, August 4

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. This weekly event starts at 5:45 pm and continues through August 11 at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Wednesday, August 5

Music

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. Natalie Ai Kamauu performs tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

Thursday, August 6

Music

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

Friday, August 7

Music

• Rock group AMERICA performs at the Blaisdell Arena at 7:30 pm. Call (800) 745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Saturday, August 8

Event

• The Contemporary Museum presents "August Moon Wine Tasting," a fundraiser to support children's art education.  The event is from 6 to 9 pm.  For more information, call 237-5210 or visit www.tcmhi.org.

Sunday, August 9

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with 'The Living Matrix: On the New Science of Healing" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Tuesday, August 11

Dance

• Participants of all ages can loosen up their bodies and minds with Dance Yourself to Fitness in Makiki. Maggie leads the free MUVE session and shows people how to dance and exercise for better health. It starts at 5:45 pm at Makiki Library. 955-8211.

Wednesday, August 12

Music

• "The Wildest Show in Town" is every Wednesday this summer at the Honolulu Zoo. Jimmy Borges and His All Star Band perform tonight. Gates open at 4:35 pm and the music is from 6 to 7 pm. Have a picnic (no alcohol or high back chairs).

Book Readings and Discussions

• Kailua Public Library hosts Keiki Storytime. Keiki Storytime is 30 minutes long and includes stories, fingerplays, and occasional simple crafts.  It's recommended for children ages 2 to 5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 266-9911.

Thursday, August 13

Music

• Waikiki Aquarium's "Ke Kani O Ke Kai" 2009 Summer Concert Series presents Willie K on the Great Lawn. Doors open at 5:30 pm and the concert starts at 7. Concert-goers may bring low-lying beach chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For reservations, 550-8847 or www.honoluluboxoffice.com.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

Friday, August 14

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight and tomorrow is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Saturday, August 15

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Films

• Friends and Film on the Fantail is a benefit for members and invited guests of the "Friends of the Mighty Mo" program, which is designed to give individuals, families and organizations a means to contribute to the preservation of the Battleship Missouri.  Tonight's feature will be "The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep" (rated PG), a fantasy film based on Dick King-Smith's children's novel "The Water Horse." Guests will also have the opportunity to tour Radio Central, the principal radio compartment on the main deck of the Battleship Missouri. 455-1600, ext. 244.

Sunday, August 16

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "Through the Eastern Gate" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Wednesday, August 19

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Thursday, August 20

Music

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Friday, August 21

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight through Saturday is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Saturday, August 22

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival continues with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime tonight is 7:30 pm and Sunday at 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Sunday, August 23

Theatre

• The Hawaii Shakepeare Festival concludes today with an all-male production of the slapstick comedy, "Merry Wives of Windsor." Showtime is 3:30 in the ARTS at Marks Garage. For tickets call 838-3006 or visit www.HawaiiShakes.org.

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series continues with "Transformation: The Life and Legacy of Werner Ehrhard" at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Thursday, August 27

Music

• Moonlight Mele On The Lawn at Bishop Museum welcomes Raiatea Helm. Doors open to the general public at 6 pm. Concert-goers may bring low-lying beach chairs. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For tickets call 847-8209 and visit www.bishopmuseum.org for more information.

• The Royal Hawaiian's "Curators of Hawaiian Music" series is a weekly event with two performances each Thursday evening by award-winning local musicians. Makana performs tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm. For reservations, 931-7311 or www.royal-hawaiian.com.

Sunday, August 30

Film

• The Summer Enlightenment film series concludes with “Finding Aloha” at the UH Spalding Auditorium at 5 pm.  223-0130.

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• As part of the exhibit "Cosmic Creatures: Textiles from Northeast Lao Communities," the East-West Center Gallery hosts a presentation entitled "Laos Today and Laos Yesterday." Ambassador Charles Salmon, former U.S. ambassador to Laos, and Thavanh Svengsouk, a member of Hawaii’s Lao community, will speak from 2 to 3 pm. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon to 4 pm. 944-7584 or www.eastwestcenter.org.

Saturday, December 5

Films

• Friends and Film on the Fantail is a benefit for members and invited guests of the "Friends of the Mighty Mo" program, which is designed to give individuals, families and organizations a means to contribute to the preservation of the Battleship Missouri.  Tonight's feature will be "The Polar Express" (rated G), based on the children's book of the same title by Chris Van Allsburg. Guests will also have a chance to take a special tour of the ship's post office. 455-1600, ext. 244.