Out ‘N’ About: Things Japanese Sale, Sweet Adelines
Saturday, ‘Kardia’: An Oahu Fringe Festival performance with dance and multimedia, featuring aerial performances, song by Stef Muzic and the Cherry Blossom Cabaret. Directed by Michelle Poppler; 9 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. oahufringe.com. –Courtesy photo
WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, NOV. 8
Things Japanese Sale, annual sale of donated Japanese items including dolls and ceramics, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 21, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai’i. 945-7633, jcch.com
67th annual Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition, concluding with a mass sing by thousands of singers honoring Honolulu (11:15 a.m. today; free), the quartet finals (noon today; $10-$45) and the chorus finals (noon Saturday; $10-$45), Hawai’i Convention Center. 992-7464, sweetadelineintl.org
November book sale, benefiting Hawaii’s public libraries, including new and used books, comics/manga and sports cards, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday- Monday, Friends of the Library of Hawai’i Harbor Warehouse, makai end of Keawe Street, Kakaako. 536-4174, friendsofthelibraryofhawaii.org
Pumpkin Chunkin’ at Waimanalo Country Farms, featuring cow train, hayrides, Christmas photo-taking in sunflower maze, fresh lemonade and sweet tea, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Monday, 41-225 Lupe St., across Waimanalo Beach Park. Free admission. 306-4381, waimanalocountryfarms.com
FRIDAY, NOV. 8
Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., ‘Iolani Palace. Free. 922-5331, rhb-music.com
‘Oiwi Film Festival opening-night reception, with performance by Hanale Bishop, a look at new Arts of Hawai’i Gallery and Hawaiian food buffet before a screening of “E Haku Inoa: To Weave a Name,” 6 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre. $30-$35. honolulumuseum.org
“The Other ‘F’ Word,” O’ahu Fringe Festival storytelling event with Katy Rydell, 6 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. oahufringe.com
Tiare FIT Dance Fusion, O’ahu Fringe Festival event, 6 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. oahufringe.com
Movie Night: “Grown Ups 2,” with 50-cent snack bar while supplies last, 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., Campus Center Ballroom, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Free. Outside food, blankets OK. 956-4491, uhmccbac.weebly.com
“‘How to Train Your Dragon,’ the real story: change, drama and metamorphosis,” appearance by animation industry veteran Kathy Altieri, most recently production designer on the Academy Award-nominated “Dragon,” 7-9 p.m., Kapiolani Community College, ‘Ohi’a 118. Free. 734-9382
“Origins of Life,” full-dome Mirage3D show examining the formation of Earth, stars and the solar systems, 7-8 p.m., Hokulani Imaginarium, Windward Community College. $5-$7; free for kids under 4. 235-7433, aerospace.wcc.hawaii.edu/imaginarium.html
Dance Unity International dance concert, a collaboration of dancers from Tokyo, Los Angeles and Hawaii (including Blank Canvas, Dancers Unlimited and 247 Danceforce) featuring jazz, contemporary and hip-hop, 7:30 p.m., Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. $10 at the door. danceunity@yahoo.com
“For All Generations,” music and hula by Nicholas Jon Navales and ohana, part of O’ahu Fringe Festival, 7:30 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. oahufringe.com
Wei He and Jonathan Korth recital, violinist from San Francisco performs with UH music professor/pianist as part of the 46th annual Hawaii Music Teachers Association Convention, 7:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium. $10-$20. hmta.org, 388-8695
Past the Fringe Improv Show, Mr. Aaron hosts a special edition of Think Fast improv comedy with games and a one-act play, 7:45-9:15 p.m., Loading Zone Art. Free. fb.com/mraaronpresents
Augie T, live weekly comedy show through November, 8:30 p.m. Fridays, Pagoda Hotel, La Salle Room. $22 (includes two drinks)-$42.50 (includes prime rib dinner buffet); kids 5 and younger free. 479-0576
“Still, Standing,” living sculptures and dance by Spatial Sculptors, part of O’ahu Fringe Festival, 9 p.m., The Dragon Upstairs. $10. oahufringe.com
On The Spot Improv comedy show, part of O’ahu Fringe Festival, 10:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. oahufringe.com
“Mister Sister Mixer Fixer” drag show, part of O’ahu Fringe Festival, 10:30 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. Ages 18+. oahufringe.com
SATURDAY, NOV. 9
Church of the Crossroads fall fair, with baked goods, plants, household items, keiki activities, clothes and crafts, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 1212 University Ave. 949-2220
Ninth annual Da Hui North Shore beach cleanup, with treasure hunt, free barbecue, live music with a surprise guest and a pro-surfer autograph session, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort. mahina@dahui.com
Noelani Craft & Children’s Fair, with inflatable rides, food, handmade items, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Noelani Elementary School, Manoa. 988-1858, www.noelani.k12.hi.us
Holy Nativity’s fall festival and Christmas sale, with silent auction, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Church of the Holy Nativity gymnasium, Aina Haina. 373-2131
Season’s Best Aiea craft and gift fair, with more than 150 booths, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Aiea Elementary School. Repeats Dec. 14. 683-6064
Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam’s 38th annual fall craft fair, with more than 130 booths, entertainment, pony rides and make-and-take crafts for kids, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hickam Arts & Crafts Center, Hickam Air Force Base (enter via Elliott Street, off Nimitz Highway). 448-9907, ext. 101
UH vs. Navy game, free pay-per-view showing, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Campus Center second floor, University of Hawaii at Manoa. 956-7856
Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center pre-holiday craft fair, with the Star 101.9 Prize Wheel (11 a.m.-1 p.m.), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the shopping center. 722-6467
American Renaissance Academy’s fall festival and craft fair, with food, games, keiki activities, entertainment, bouncers, water slide, community booths and more, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 91-1011 Lexington St., Kapolei. Free admission. 682-7337
PA’I Kaka’ako Arts & Music Fest, promoting healthy lifestyle with hula, taiko, Zumba and other entertainment; health, poi-pounding and kapa demonstrations; health screenings and lomilomi massage; a Hawaiian checkers tournament; native plant sale; artists and crafters; food booths; and keiki activities; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Kakaako Makai Gateway Park, 102 Ohe St. Free admission. 792-0890, paifoundation.org
2nd SATurdays Poetry Slam & Open Mic, by Youth Speaks Hawai’i, 3-5:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. Free admission. 782-7868, fb.com/youthspeakshawaii
Malama Palama: A Gala Fundraiser, for Palama Settlement, with entertainment by Taimane Gardner, the Dukes of Surf, Palama youth fireknife dancers and others from Tihati Productions, dinner, silent auction and honors for Cecilia Blackfield and Skippa Diaz, 5:30 p.m., The Modern Honolulu. $250. 848-2501, palamasettlement.org
Sharing Memorable Moments with Emme & Friends, 11th annual FilCom Center dinner gala and fundraiser to honor Emme Tomimbang, featuring chefs Alan Wong, Roy Yamaguchi and D.K. Kodama, with music by Willie K and friends, 5:30 p.m., Filipino Community Center. $250. 680-0451
Hospice Hawai’i's Na Hoa Malama — Journey to Japan, annual wine-tasting benefit pairing wine and sake with gourmet dinner, with silent auction and more, 6-10 p.m., Waialae Country Club. 791-8075, hospicehawaii.org
Na Mele Mae’ole: Never Fading Songs, The Hawaiian Renaissance, Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame concert fundraiser, part of its “The Hawaiian Renaissance” series, featuring Ka Leo Hawai’i, Ku’uipo Kumukahi and the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame Serenaders, 6 p.m., Kawaiaha’o Church. $30. 392-3649
“The Other ‘F’ Word,” O’ahu Fringe Festival storytelling event with Katy Rydell, 6 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. oahufringe.com
“Role Play: A Sci Fi Radio Play,” presented by Pacific Invasion Media, part of the O’ahu Fringe Festival, 6 p.m., Loading Zone. $10. Ages 12+. oahufringe.com
11th annual Chocolate Extravaganza, chocolate buffet with raffles and silent auction benefiting Family Promise of Hawai’i and Emmanuel Church, with food donated from 3660 on the Rise, Morton’s, JJ Bistro and more, 6:30-9 p.m., Emmanuel Episcopal Church. $25-$35; keiki 6 and younger free. 262-4548, emmanuelkailua.com
Marcus Ryan at The Comedy Club Nextdoor, Australian-born international touring comedian, with special guests and host Clint Baltzly, 7 p.m., Nextdoor. Cover: $10. Ages 18+. comedyhawaii.com
“Recalling Hawai’i,” hula theater chronicling Hawaii history with imagery, music, chant and drama, featuring eight halau from Hawaii, California, American Samoa, Germany and Switzerland, presented by Ka ‘Imi Na’auao O Hawai’i Nei Institute; 7 p.m., Hawaii Theatre. $20-$30. 528-0506, hawaiitheatre.com
Ninth annual U.S. VETS 5K Patriot Glow Star Run/Walk, fun glowstick run/walk with blacklight zones, DJs, music, costume contests and runners in red, white and blue, a benefit for the U.S. VETS Initiative in Kalaeloa, 7 p.m., Kalaeloa (former Barbers Point). $35-$45. patriotrunhawaii.com
Gerald Clayton Trio, award-winning New York jazz pianist and company, 7:30 p.m., Studio 909, 909 Kapiolani Blvd. $35, $45. 596-2121, musicianshawaii.com/studio-909
“Mister Sister Mixer Fixer” drag show, part of O’ahu Fringe Festival, 7:30 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. Ages 18+. oahufringe.com
“Music of the World,” ballroom dance by Divino Ritmo Dance, part of the O’ahu Fringe Festival, 7:30 p.m., Loading Zone. $10. Ages 8+. oahufringe.com
“Return of the Feminine,” by Badra Belly Dance, part of the O’ahu Fringe Festival, 7:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. oahufringe.com
UH Jazz Ensembles, concert, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium, University of Hawaii at Manoa. $6-$10. 956-8742
“Sky This Month” planetarium show, exploration of the current night sky on new star projector and into the depths of space with full-dome video in the newly renovated, state-of-the-art J. Watumull Planetarium, with live music, 8-9 p.m. (seating 7:45 p.m.) Bishop Museum. $6-$8. Reservations: 848-4168. bishopmuseum.org
“Kardia,” O’ahu Fringe Festival multimedia dance show featuring the Cherry Blossom Cabaret, aerial performances, and music by Stef Muzic, directed by Michelle Poppler, 9 p.m., Ong King Arts Center. $10. oahufringe.com
Middle Eastern Dance Show, by Island Oasis with live band, as part of the Oahu Fringe Festival, 9 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. Ages 16+. oahufringe.com
SUNDAY, NOV. 10
Diamond Head Arts & Crafts Fair, with 200+ vendors, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Kapiolani Community College. 733-7371
Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention, three-mile stroll organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 9-11 a.m. (registration 8 a.m.), Kakaako Waterfront Park. By donation. 888-333-2377, outofthedarkness.org
Science Olympiad Fun Day, with hands-on activities including a pasta bridge, magnet magic and gummy bear long jump, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center. General admission: $6-$10. 524-5437, discoverycenterhawaii.org
Shirokiya Ohana Sunday: Shichi-Go-San Festival, kimono dressing for girls ages 3-10 and boys ages 5-7 ($65, includes photo; email shirokiyaohana@hawaii.rr.com by 5 p.m. Saturday for appointment), with yogurt-eating contests, face painting, balloon animals, faux tattoos, origami, taiko, dance performances, 1-4 p.m., Shirokiya, first level. Free. 973-9111
“Jodhaa Akbar” film screening, part one of the Indian epic historical drama starring Aishwarya Rai, in conjunction with the “Bollywood & Beyond: Costume in Indian Film” exhibit, 2-4 p.m., East-West Center Gallery. (Part two on Nov. 17.) Free. 944-7177, arts.eastwestcenter.org
“Long Long Ago, When Tiger Smoked: Animal Tales from Korea,” O’ahu Fringe Festival puppetry event with Bonnie Kim, 2 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $10. oahufringe.com
Royal Hawaiian Band, 2-3 p.m., Kapiolani Park bandstand. Free. 922-5331, rhb-music.com
‘Iolani School Orchestras 4 & 5 Concert, featuring classical music hits and guest soprano Mary Chestnut Hicks, 4 p.m., Hawaii Theatre. $7. hawaiitheatre.com, 528-0506
Choral Evensong, sung by the Hawai’i Sacred Choir, 5:30-6:15 p.m., St. Andrew’s Cathedral. Free; calabash offering taken. 524-2822, ext. 217, thecathedralofstandrew.org
Battle of the Bands Finals: Anygivenchance vs. Crimson Apple, Star 101.9 hosts, 6-8 p.m., Dave & Buster’s rooftop. No cover. All ages. fb.com/star1019
46th annual Hawaii Music Teachers Association Convention Honors concert, featuring string and piano competition winners, 6:30 p.m., Orvis Auditorium. $7-$10. hmta.org, 388-8695
MONDAY, NOV. 11
Color Vibe, 5K color-blast family fun run, 9 a.m.-noon, Aloha Stadium. $43-$53. thecolorvibe.com/honolulu.php
Ewa Veterans Day Train Ride, a 90-minute round trip to Kahe Point with narration about the history of the Ewa plains and military sites, 9:30 a.m., Ewa train museum. $8-$12; seat in deluxe 1880s Dillingham parlor car, $25. RSVP: www.4ewa.org
67th annual Wahiawa Lions Club Veterans Day parade, featuring more than 80 units including the Royal Hawaiian Band, Leilehua and Kalani high school bands, the 25th Infantry Division Band and hula, 10 a.m., from Kaala Elementary School, up California Avenue, to Wahiawa District Park. fb.com/wahiawalions
Governor’s Veterans Day ceremony, with keynote by Gov. Neil Abercrombie, musical prelude, parade of flags and salute to former Punchbowl cemetery director Gene Castagnetti, 1 p.m., Memorial Plaza, Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery, Kaneohe. Free. Aloha attire for civilians.
Teachers’ fundraiser concert with Jimmy Borges, Shari Lynn and Jim Howard, and teacher ensemble performances, as part of the 46th annual Hawaii Music Teachers Association Convention, 3 p.m., Orvis Auditorium. $10-$20. 388-8695, hmta.org
Battleship Missouri Memorial Veterans Day ceremony, honoring America’s nisei soldiers of World War II, with keynote by U.S. Pacific Fleet commander Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr. and opening of Nisei exhibit, 4:30-5:30 p.m. on the ship’s fantail, at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. Free. 877-644-4896. RSVP: ussmissouri.org/veteransday
“Tresemble” harpsichord concert, Chamber Music Hawai’i with Thomas Yee on harpsichord, 7:30 p.m., Paliku Theatre. $20-$30. 489-5038, chambermusichawaii.com
TUESDAY, NOV. 12
Starwood Hawaii holiday craft fair, with gifts, baked goods, silent auction and more, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki, Hawaii Ballroom. Parking fee with function validation. 931-8131
Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, kicking off with the Reef Hawaiian Pro 2013, daylong from 8 a.m. at Alii Beach Park, Haleiwa. Runs through Nov. 23. vanstriplecrownofsurfing.com
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 13
Foodiology: “The Power of Community,” screening of documentary about the greening of Cuba’s agricultural system, 7 p.m., Fresh Cafe. Free. 688-8055, fb.com/FOODIOLOGYHI
“Stargazing,” live star show educating about current celestial sights above, 7-8 p.m., Hokulani Imaginarium, Windward Community College. $5-$7; free for kids under 4. 235-7433, aerospace.wcc.hawaii.edu/imaginarium.html
Matchbox Twenty, Rob Thomas and band live in concert, 7:30 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. $59.50-$99.50. All ages. 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com
THURSDAY, NOV. 14
Holiday Shoppe, in-home holiday boutique hosted by Jenny Maii with handcrafts, kitchenware, decor, art, gifts, plants, food and more, 3-8 p.m., 5228 Apo Drive, Aina Haina. Continues Nov. 15-16. holidayshoppehawaii@gmail.com
35th annual Holiday Boutique, in-home event with silk-screen kitchen linens, handcrafted dolls and gifts, stained glass, turned wood, clothespin ornaments and more, 4-8 p.m., 782 Pahumele Place, Enchanted Lake. Continues Nov. 15-16. 351-1453
Andy Wang at “Pakele Live!,” Tony Solis’ live-streaming Hawaiian music show features the East Coast Hawaiian musician, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. No cover; cocktail seating. Restaurant reservations: 952-9200. pakelelive.com
No Bragging Rights, metalcore band in concert, 7 p.m.-midnight, Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. $15-$20. hawaiianbrians.com
HamSlam!, slam poetry and music open mic with host Kealoha, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Hamilton Library alcove, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Free. 956-8688, hawaii.edu/calendar
YO! Spirit of Asia, concert featuring acclaimed musicians Yutaka Oyama (shamisen), Akihisa Kominato (shakuhachi) and Ty Burhoe (tabla), 7:30 p.m. at Doris Duke Theatre. $18-$25, 532-8767, honolulumuseum.org
ONGOING SHOWS & ATTRACTIONS
“‘Aha ‘Aina: A Royal Hawaiian Lu’au,” 5:30-9 p.m. Mondays, The Royal Hawaiian hotel. $89-$185. 921-4600, royal-hawaiian.com
“Aloha Live”: Polynesian “cirque” luau show, 7 p.m. (dinner seating at 6 p.m.) Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Queen Kapiolani Hotel pool deck. $41.65-$99. All ages. 931-3328, alohaliveshow.com
“Creation: A Polynesian Journey,” dinner and cocktail show with Polynesian song, dance and fireknives, 7:15 p.m. daily except Mondays and Wednesdays, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. $48.75-$160. 931-4660, creationshow.com
“Ha: Breath of Life,” with Polynesian dance, music and fireknives, 7:30-9 p.m. daily, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie. $20-$50. Reservations: 293-3333, polynesia.com
“Fourever Fab,” new Beatles tribute concert show, 7 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, Queen Kapiolani Hotel pool deck. $33.15-$69. 931-3328, fb.com/foureverfabshow, foureverfabshow.com
“The Legends of Kualoa,” dinner show with music, chanting and hula kahiko, Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kualoa. $29-$59. 237-7321, kualoa.com/tours
Legends in Concert Waikiki: “Rock-A-Hula,” featuring Elvis Presley tribute, hula and impersonators, 8 p.m. nightly except Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Center, fourth floor. $47.79-$180. 629-7469, legendswaikiki.com
“Lego Travel Adventure,” Lego’s newest exhibit, inviting children to explore the world by planning travel and creating vehicles; open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily except Tuesdays, through Jan. 5 at Bishop Museum. General admission $8.95-$19.95; ages 3 and younger free. 847-3511, bishopmuseum.org
“Magic of Polynesia,” illusionist John Hirokawa, 7:30 p.m. daily (6 p.m. dinner seating), Magic of Polynesia Theater, Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort. $30-$144. 971-4321, magicofpolynesia.com
“Monkey King: A Story from China,” new interactive traveling exhibit, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays through November, Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center. $6-$10; free for children under 1 and HCDC members. 524-5437, discoverycenterhawaii.org
“Na Kane — Men of Paradise,” 10-man Las Vegas-style male revue, 8:15 p.m. today and Saturday, Pacific Beach Hotel, Paradise Theater. $39-$59; VIP package $79-$119. 550-4444, menofparadise.us
Society of Seven, musical revue, 8 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, SOS Showroom, Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. $27-$47. 923-7469, societyofsevenwaikiki.com
Waikiki Starlight Luau, 5:30 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, Hilton Hawaiian Village, rooftop of Mid-Pacific Conference Center. $51-$125. 941-5828, hilton-hawaiianvillage.com