Out ‘N’ About: Shirt the Kids, Yo-Dama! Fest
Jeff Bernat will be part of Shirt the Kids at Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s on Friday. (Courtesy photo)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
Waikiki Aquarium 110th Anniversary, first of two events features Royal Hawaiian Band performance (9:30-10:30 a.m.), birthday ceremony and cake, demonstrations and discussions by experts and partners such as the UH Botany Department, Hard Rock Cafe and NOAA, $1.10 admission, prize giveaways, ‘Iolani School art exhibit, Lego aquarium sculpture, monk seal presentations, medallion machine unveiling, and more; 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium. $1.10. 923-9741, waikikiaquarium.org
Splendors of Ikebana, flower arranging by Sogetsu School of Ikebana sensei Earl Shimabukuro, in conjunction with exhibit (running Tuesday through March 21); 10 a.m., Honolulu Hale. Free. 768-6666, www1.honolulu.gov/moca
YWCA Oahu Benefit Clothing Sale, new and used women’s clothing and accessories, a benefit for economically disadvantaged women re-entering the workforce, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Laniakea YWCA lobby, 1040 Richards St. Free admission. 538-7061
“Jake Shimabukuro: Life on Four Strings,” film screening and discussion with director Tadashi Nakamura, 12:30-2 p.m., UH West Oahu Classroom Building D237. Free. 689-2800, uhwo.hawaii.edu
Learn About Social Security, informational program and Q-and-A with financial adviser Darryl L. Wong, 6 p.m., Kaneohe Public Library. Free. 233-5676
Movie Night @ the Library: screening of the PG-rated Disney blockbuster “Frozen” with free refreshments while supplies last, 6 p.m., Bookmobile Garage, Kaneohe Public Library. Free. 233-5676
Music of Hawaii: Debashish Bhattacharya and Jeff Peterson, the legendary Indian classical musician and the local Grammy-winning guitarist perform a mix of Hawaiian, classical raga and Bengali folk music, with touches of jazz and flamenco, 7:30 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre. $45. honolulumuseum.org, 532-8701
Mars Comedy Club, hosted by the Guys With Issues Comedy Podcast crew of James Mane, Russel Kealoha and Chad Wago, featuring special guests, comedy battle, imrov game and open-mic search for The Funniest Person in Hawaii; 7:30 p.m., The Studio, Hawaiian Brian’s. Cover: $5. Ages 18+. marscomedy.com
Walkabout Wednesdays Comedy Throwdown, new improv show featuring On The Spot Improv’s Iron Improvisers and a new challenger each week competing for audience laughs and points, 7:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. Free. otsimprov.com
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
YWCA Oahu Benefit Clothing Sale, new and used women’s clothing and accessories, a benefit for disadvantaged women re-entering the workforce, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Laniakea YWCA lobby, 1040 Richards St. Free. 538-7061
Pakele Live, Tony Solis’ live-streaming Hawaiian music show features David Kaio, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. No cover; cocktail seating. Restaurant reservations: 952-9200. pakelelive.com
WEEKEND OF MARCH 21-23
Heiva i Honolulu 2014, Tahitian dance festival hosted by Tahiti Nui International with Polynesian handicrafts, food, music, fashion show and exhibitions, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Waikiki Shell. $10-$15 per day. 732-7342, tahitinuiinternational.com
60th Annual Kunia Orchid Society Show, featuring 22 plant vendors, orchid club displays, plant advice, food vendors, supplies, bonsai, succulents, ikebana and more, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Leilehua High School gymnatorium. $2; complimentary tickets available at Wahiawa Merchants. 623-8585
New Lao Temple Celebration, featuring Lao folk and classical dance, Lao country music and cooking demos, hula, food and drink, roof ornament ceremony and remarks by Princess Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawananakoa, for the temple’s relocation from Kalihi to Waipahu; 9 a.m.-midnight Friday and 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Wat Lao Sithammaram of Hawaii, 94-127 Waikele Road. Free. 845-8865
Yo-Dama! Fest, kendama contests, classes, demonstrations by Japanese and American pros, autographs, jam sessions with the pros, live music and more, presented by Razor Sports and Pearlridge Center; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Pearlridge Center Uptown parking lot area in front of Monterey Bay Canners. Free to watch. $15 to compete and $30 per class, pending availability. 485-5007, pearlridgeonline.com
Hawaii Kai Community Carnival, E.K. Fernandez midway of rides, games and food; 6-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday and noon-10 p.m. Sunday at Kuapa (Kalanianaole Highway at Hawaii Kai Drive). $1; free for keiki under 40 inches. Discount rides noon-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 682-5767, ekfernandez.com
Butterfly Conservatory, featuring up-close encounter with hundreds of living butterflies and self-guided tours, Saturday through April 19, Downtown Center Court, Pearlridge Center. Hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sundays. $3; free for keiki younger than 8 with paying adult. 203-2366, pearlridgeonline.com
Great Guns 2014, semi-annual gun show by Hawaii Historic Arms Association featuring 250 tables including collectibles, modern firearms, knives and hunting gear, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. $6. 942-8664, 591-2211
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
World Kidney Day, free comprehensive kidney screenings offered by the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii to adults with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of kidney failure, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Ala Moana Hotel. 589-5903
“The Modern Troubadour: Stories and Music of Ireland,” local storyteller James McCarthy shares tales reaching back to his Irish roots; at noon, Hawaii State Library’s Art, Music & Recreation section. Free. For ages 5+. 586-3520, librarieshawaii.org
Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., Iolani Palace. Free. 922-5331, rhb-music.com
St. Andrew’s Cathedral Noontime Concert: Bach organ recital, by cathedral organ scholar Sgt. Brian McCarthy in honor of Bach’s birthday; 12:15-12:45 p.m., The Cathedral of St. Andrew. Free. 524-2822, ext. 217, thecathedralofstandrew.org
Third Friday at Haleiwa Joe’s, family-friendly art and music party features painting sessions for kids (4-5 p.m.) and adults (6-9 p.m.) led by Erin Browne Delventhal, live graffiti art and local artist displays, and live jazz, soul, reggae and funk music by Ron Artis, Wayne Tejada, Sharon and Tres Bourbonnais and Quadraphonix, 4 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Haleiwa Joe’s, Haleiwa. Free. 637-8005, haleiwajoes.com
Shirt The Kids Hawaii 2014, with Jeff Bernat, benefit concert for Typhoon Haiyan relief in Philippines featuring the Reno-based singer/songwriter and local artists Add+Plus, Big Mox and DJ Tittahbyte, 5-8 p.m., Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. $15; $10 advance. All ages with adult. eventbrite.com, abouthegoods.com
Third Fridays Kaimuki, neighborhood walkabout with food samples, live music, art, shopping and special offers, 5-9 p.m., from Koko Head Avenue to 8th Avenue. Free. thirdfridayskaimuki.com
Aquarium After Dark, flashlight tour for families with kids age 5 and older, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium. $7-$14. waquarium.org, 440-9011
Cerro Negro: Nuevo Flamenco Jazz Concert, gypsy-influenced flamenco, rhumba, Brazilian and jazz rhythms by the modern jazz band and open dancing, 8-10 p.m., Still & Moving Center. $20. 397-7678, stillandmovingcenter.com
Voz A Voz, Latin music duo in concert, with DJs Da Lion of Judah, Jose of Cuba and L-indio Don Armando, and a partners bachata/salsa dance contest, 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. $25-$50. 428-3521, eventbrite.com
The Hot Toddies, indie rock/surf pop all-girl band from Oakland, Calif., with openers The Bougies, Crimson Apple and Delayed Resistance; 9 p.m.-1 a.m., The Studio, Hawaiian Brian’s. $5 cover. All ages. 946-1343, 808shows.com
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
27th Annual Great Hawaiian Rubber Duckie Race, benefit for United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii involving 20,000 rubber duckies surfing down Ala Wai Canal from Kalakaua Avenue Bridge, 1:27 p.m., with pre-race festivities including entertainment, games, food and duck adoptions, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at McCully Shopping Center. $5 suggested donation per duck adoption. 532-6744, ucpahi.org
Waikiki Aquarium 110th Anniversary, second of two events features the Great Marine Chalk Art Draw and Kids Doodle Zone, UH Rainbow Marching Band, “Honu By The Sea” performance, $1.10 admission, prize giveaways, Iolani School art exhibit, Lego sculpture and activity, monk seal presentations, medallion machine unveiling, and more; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Waikiki Aquarium. $1.10. 923-9741, waikikiaquarium.org
Easter Bunny Arrival, with keiki crafts, balloons, face painting and cookie decorating, 10 a.m.-noon, Windward Mall center court. Free. windwardmall.com
Keiki Swap Meet, educational trade for young entrepreneurs, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center. Free for shoppers; $5 for sellers. 524-KIDS, discoverycenterhawaii.org
Prince Kuhio Commemorative Parade, featuring Hawaiian community groups, hula halau, marching units, rare Hawaiian flags, the Royal Hawaiian Band and more, 10 a.m.-noon, Kalakaua Avenue (from Saratoga Road to Kapiolani Park). Free. princekuhiofestival.org
Jazz Peace Concert, with vocalist Mihoko M. and special guests The Gypsy Jazz Trio, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Byodo-in Temple at Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. $2-$3 temple admission; donations welcome. BYO picnic. 239-9844
The Ultimate Kendama Challenge, 10 finalists show off their moves for tech prizes in the Diamond Bakery and Thinker Things contest, 1 p.m., Kahala Mall center stage. Free. diamondbakery.com
Jazz & Barbershop, Sounds of Aloha Chorus and quartets concert of American music featuring Jimmy Borges and the DeShannon Higa Big Band, 2:04 and 7:34 p.m., Hawaii Theatre. $13-$38. 528-0506, hawaiitheatre.com
Debashish Bhattacharya, legendary Indian classical raga music master from Kolkata, accompanied by his brother Subhasis Bhattacharya, a tabla virtuoso, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Shangri La, Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art. $25-$30. shangrilahawaii.org, 734-1941
Gypsy Tessellations: Cerro Negro and Mouna Spirit, concert under the stars featuring the gypsy-influenced world-music jazz band, 5 p.m., Mouna Farm Arts & Cultural Village, Waianae. By donation. Picnics, mats, low chairs welcome. 524-8416, mounafarm.org
Ke Ala O Ka Hua Mele — The Evolution of Hawaiian Music Series: Na Himeni Missionary Compositions, talk-story with Kawaiahao and Kaumakapili church choir representatives and moderator Aaron Mahi about history and traditions, 5-6 p.m. (free), and a concert by the church choirs and Kamehameha Alumni Glee Club, 6:30-8 p.m., Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives. $30-$35. 447-3926, missionhouses.org
“Lightning Strikes Twice: The Real Life Sequel to Moby Dick,” Hawaii premiere screening of the 2013 documentary about the 2008 discovery of a whaler shipwreck in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, with discovery team members and director Stephani Gordon on hand, reception, Q-and-A, food, drink, live music and raffles, 6-9 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre. $15. honolulumuseum.org
Musically Inklined: A fundraiser for Rich Tamboa, featuring AnyGivenChance, Above Reproach, Mano Kane, Zach Shimizu, A Shot at Sundown, DJ Ohtoro and the debut of The Akira Project, with all proceeds going to medical costs for tattoo artist Tamboa, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. All ages. $15; $10 advance; free for children 12 and younger. 946-1343, hawaiianbrians.com
Rex Navarrete & Augie T’s Laugh for Relief Comedy Tour, to benefit Typhoon Haiyan Philippine relief, 8 p.m., Blaisdell Arena. $15-$30. augiet.com, 364-7765; ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849
Sky This Month, 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
Naked Girls Reading: “Pulp Fiction,” nude literary salon presented by Pretty Peacock Productions, with host Miss Catwings and local burlesque artists Lola Love, Madame Sue and Chi Chi Roniz; 8:30-11 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. $30; $20 advance. Ages 18+. eventbrite.com, nakedgirlsreading.com/honolulu
SUNDAY, MARCH 23
Spartan Race Sprint, 5k obstacle race returns to Hawaii, featuring a festival area, music and kids zone, 7 a.m., Aloha Stadium. Spartan Kids Challenge heats 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Registration: $110-$120 adults; $40 kids. spartanrace.com
22nd Annual Mustang Madness All Ford Show, presented by the Aloha Mustang & Shelby Club of Hawaii and Mike McKenna’s Windward Ford, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., McKenna’s Windward Ford. alohamustang.com, 389-8640
Hawaiian Weapons, Part I, presentation by master woodworker/artist and Hawaiian weapons specialist Manny Mattos on the role of the dryland forest in weapon-making, 1-2:30 p.m., Kaneohe Public Library children’s section. Free. Ages 12+. 233-5676
Danú, traditional Irish music ensemble from County Waterford, Ireland, brings its high-energy mix of ancient music and new repertoire; 4 p.m., Orvis Auditorium. $10-$30. 944-2697, 956-8246, hawaii.edu/uhmmusic
Kim Taylor Reece 35th Anniversary Celebration, featuring live music by Kapena, Sistah Robi, Johnny Helm, Dr. Trey and others, 5-8 p.m., Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant. No cover. 599-4877
Choral Evensong, the St. Andrew’s Cathedral Choir sings music by Thomas Tallis and Herbert Howells, 5:30 p.m., St. Andrew’s Cathedral. Free with calabash offering. 524-2822, ext. 217
Swing Dance Club Hawaii, free lesson followed by open dancing with music by Bert Burgess and snacks, 6:30-9:15 p.m., Palladium Ballroom, Ala Wai Golf Club. $5-$8. swingdanceclubhawaii.org, 255-6095
MONDAY, MARCH 24
Jazz Peace Concert, with Dan Del Negro, Dean Taba, Darryl Pellegrini and Mihoko Maier, 4-7 p.m., Royal Hawaiian Center. Free. 922-0588
TUESDAY, MARCH 25
Art Lunch at HiSAM: Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus, children’s choir performs selections from its Hawaiian repertory and shares about its history, development and present programs; noon-1 p.m., Hawaii State Art Museum. Free; bring own lunch. 586-9958, hawaii.gov/sfca
Sing The Body and Stephen Inglis, local music showcase hosted by Brandon Apeles and Sydney Branch, 8 p.m., The Studio, Hawaiian Brian’s. Free Sing The Body album “Contrast” to first 25 people. No cover. hawaiianbrians.com
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26
Prince Kuhio Statue Lei Draping, by the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, 7:30 a.m., Kuhio Beach, Waikiki. Free. princekuhiofestival.org
The Betsy Show, a nostalgic musical journey back to 1970s Japan with ’70s Japan pop star and Hawaii native Betsy Curtis of the Betsy & Chris duo; 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Captain’s Room, Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki. $45-$60. hawaiiprincehotel.com/betsy, 952-4789
Mars Comedy Club, new weekly hosted by the Guys With Issues Comedy Podcast crew of James Mane, Russel Kealoha and Chad Wago, featuring special guests, comedy battle, imrov game and open-mic search for The Funniest Person in Hawaii; 7:30 p.m., The Studio, Hawaiian Brian’s. Cover: $5. Ages 18+. marscomedy.com
Walkabout Wednesdays Comedy Throwdown, new improv show featuring On The Spot Improv’s Iron Improvisers and a new challenger each week competing for audience laughs and points, 7:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. Free. otsimprov.com
THURSDAY, MARCH 27
Colin Hay’s “Finding My Dance,” touring one-man show of storytelling and song by the former Men at Work frontman, 7:30 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre. $45. honolulumuseum.org, 532-8701
Natalie Ai Kamau‘u at Pakele Live, Tony Solis’ live-streaming Hawaiian music show features the Na Hoku-winning singer, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows. No cover; cocktail seating. Restaurant reservations: 952-9200. pakelelive.com
Oil in the Alley, Busekrus and poetry, local rock ‘n’ roll improv and pop-punk/rock bands, plus an ’80s attire contest, live art by Michelle Poppler, emcee Shannon Winpenny and performance poets Jenilea Heath, Joanna Gordon, Faith Pascua, Serena Ngaio Simmons and Kamalei Hee; 7:30-10 p.m., Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s. $10 cover. 946-1343
ONGOING
“‘Aha ‘Aina: A Royal Hawaiian Lu‘au,” 5:30-9 p.m. Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Hotel. $89-$185. 921-4600, royal-hawaiian.com
“Fourever Fab,” Beatles tribute band concert show, 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, Pacific Beach Hotel. $39.99-$89.99 (Oceanarium buffet packages available). All ages. 725-4136, foureverfabshow.com
“HA: Breath of Life,” with Polynesian dance, music and fireknives, 7:30-9 p.m. nightly except Sundays, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie. $15 (kamaaina special through April 30)-$50. 293-3333, polynesia.com
“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
“Magic of Polynesia,” with 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
“Meet! Doraemon,” exhibition by Fujiko F. Fujio Museum featuring the blue time-traveling robotic cat, Japan’s first “anime ambassador,” makes its U.S. debut; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily except Tuesdays, through April 20, at Bishop Museum. General admission $8.95-$19.95. 847-3511, bishopmuseum.org
“Na Kane — Men of Paradise,” 10-man Las Vegas-style male revue, 8:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Pacific Beach Hotel, Paradise Theater. $39-$59; VIP package $79-$119. Ages 21+. 550-4444, menofparadise.us
Rockin Hawaiian Rainbow Revue and Fireworks Show, hula and Hawaiian music show including Duke Kahanamoku tribute and keiki; 7 p.m. show, 7:45 p.m. fireworks, on Fridays at Hilton Hawaiian Village’s Super Pool. $20, includes drink. 949-4321, hiltonhawaiianvillage.com
“Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action,” interactive exhibit for children exploring physical activities such as kung fu, surfing, snowboarding, yoga and horizontal climbing, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays through April 30, Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center. $8-$10. 524-5437, discoverycenterhawaii.org
“Te Moana Nui (Tales of the Pacific),” debut of new Tihati Productions show retracing the journey of Hawaii’s ancestors from the South Pacific to Hawaii with song, dance, and storytelling of Oceania; 7:30 p.m. (5:30 dinner check-in) Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Pacific Beach Hotel. $50-$115 (cocktail or buffet dinner packages). 441-4480, temoananui.com
Waikiki Starlight Luau, 5:30 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, Hilton Hawaiian Village, rooftop of Mid-Pacific Conference Center. $51-$125. 941-5828, hiltonhawaiianvillage.com
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