Concerts & Clubs
70s Nightclub Reunion IV Greenwood, New Experience, White Light, Power Point, Glass Candle. Call 955-4811. Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr.: Sat 5/10, (8pm.) $35–$40.
Back to Romance (See Hot Picks, page 8.) [Hawaiiromancefestival.com]. Waikiki Shell, Kapiolani Pk: Fri 5/9, (7pm.) $25–$150. 545-4000
Celebrate Food, Love and Laughter A buffet comedy show starrting Frank DeLima. Call 948-8370. Pagoda Hotel & Restaurant, 1525 Rycroft St.: Sun 5/11, 10am, $40 adults, $18.95 keiki; 5:30pm, $48 adults, $18.95 leiki.
Choral Evensong The Cathedral Choir performs music with conductor John Fensermaker. Call 524-2822, ext. 217. St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Square: 5/4, (5:30pm.) Free admission with calabash offering.
DISfunkshion Friday The fashion mag celebrates the release of its latest issue. Fashion show by Soleil Botique, performance by Dorian Wright and sets by DJs Ross Jackson and Kutmaster Spaz. Indigo Restaurant, 1121 Nu’uanu Ave.: Fri 5/9, (9pm–2am.) $10. 21+. 521-2900
John Brown’s Body America’s touring premier reggae band performs songs from their CD Pressure Points . With Ooklah the Moc and Go Jimmy Go. Visit [pipelinecafe.net]. Thu 5/8, (9pm.) $20 advance; $25 door. 18+. 589-1999
The Most Romantic Songs Ever Written–Part II Join the Matt Catingub Orchestra of Hawai’i with part two of this presentation, featuring songs of romance, hosted by Nick and Nina Clooney. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Wed 5/7 & Thu 5/8, (7:30pm.) $25–$95. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506
Mother’s Day Brunch with the Stars Treat yo’ mama to a concert featuring Jasmine Trias, Raiatea Helm, comedians Da Bruddahs and a whole lotta food. Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. Ihilani Resort & Spa, 92-1001 Olani Street, Kapolei: Sun 5/11, (9:30am.) $75.
Old Habbits Die Hard CD Release Party With Hercules, Democratic Fistfights, Mistermeaner and The Substitoots. Anna Bannana’s, 2440 S. Beretania St.: Sat 5/10, (8pm.) $5. 946-5190
Organ Recital Guest organist John Fenstermaker performs. Call 524-2822, ext. 217. St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Square: Wed 5/7, (12:30pm.) Free with calabash offering.
The Rhythm of Romance (See Hot Picks, page 8.) Visit [hawaiiromancefestival.com]. Blaisdell Arena, 777 Ward Ave.: Sat 5/10, (2 & 7:30pm.) $35–$150. 591-2211
On Sale
Aloha Concert The Moanalua High School Music Department’s annual concert. [Ticketmaster.com], 877-750-4400. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Sat 5/17, (5pm.) $10. 591-2211
American Songbook A celebration of popular American songs from the 1920s to the 1960s. Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. Sat 5/17, 7:30pm; Sun 5/18, 4pm. $5–$35.
And Then There Were None A comical murder mystery by the wildly popular author, Agatha Christie. Manoa Valley Theatre, 2833 East Manoa Rd.: Runs 5/14–5/25. Wed. & Thu., 7:30pm; Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun. 4pm. $15–$25. [manoavalleytheatre.com], 988-6131
Ballet Spring Showcase ‘08 Ballet Hawai’i presents student dancers performing excerpts from Coppelia, Don Quixote and contemporary works. Probably not Showgirls. Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. LCC Theatre, Leeward Community College, 96-045 Ala Ike, Pearl City: Sat 5/17, 7:30pm; Sun 5/18, 4pm $10. 455-0385
Hostage Wife A woman’s security guard husband in Iraq gets taken hostage. Visit [honoluluboxoffice.com] or call 550-8457. Kumu Kahua Theatre, 46 Merchant St.: Runs 5/15–6/15, (8pm.) $5–$13. [kumukahua.org], 536-4441
In the Mood Jitterbug in your seat to the 1940s musical revue on its national tour. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Fri 5/16, 7:30pm; Sat 5/17, 2 & 7:30pm. $30–$75. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506
‘Iolani Stage Bands Concert The school’s final concert of the year. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Sun 5/18, (4pm.) $4. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506
Ports of Call Celebrate the Honolulu Symphony and the illustrious ports around the world with this black tie, evening gown and formal ethnic wear gala. Call 524-0815 or e-mail [email: symphonyball]. Hawai’i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave.: Sat 5/17, (5:30pm.) $300.
The Producers Scheme up a money-making plan of Broadway flops with Bialystock and Bloom. Visit [diamondheadtheatre.com]. Diamond Head Theatre, 520 Makapu’u Dr.: Runs 5/16–6/1. $12–$42. 733-0274
Shawn Livingston Moseley and Stephen Inglis The pianist joins the guitarist to create instrumental music. Atherton Performing Arts Studio, Hawai’i Public Radio, 738 Kaheka St.: Sat 5/17, (7:30pm.) $10–$20. 955-8821
Theater & Dance
Bye Bye Birdie (See Hot Picks, page 8.) Army Community Theatre, Ft. Shafter: 5/8–5/24. Fridays and Saturdays, (7:30pm.) $12–$20. [armytheatre.com], 438-4480
Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy They don’t hurt the animals. Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call 1-877-750-4400. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave.: Wed 5/7, 7:30pm; Sun 5/11, 7pm. $30–$57.50 591-2211
Dueling, Dancing and Romancing Fencing, dancing, monologues and scenes performed by WCC students. Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College: Sat 5/10, 7:30pm; Sun 5/11, 2pm Free. 235-7433
Ferdinand The Bull A flamenco-inspired version of The Story of Ferdinand. Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Queen Emma Sq.: Sat 5/10, 1:30 & 4:30pm. $8-$16. 839-9885
The Great God Brown In the Readers Theatre. Army Community Theatre, Ft. Shafter: Sundays 5/11–5/25, (2pm.) Free. [armytheatre.com], 438-4480
No Class Clowns Improv comedy group takes audience suggestions and turns them into crazay scenes. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nu’uanu Ave.: Thu 5/8–Sun 5/11., (8pm.) $10. [artsatmarks.com], 521-2903
Paint by Number (See City Wise, page 16.) Visit [hawaiitheatre.com] or call 528-0506. Cupola Theatre, Honolulu Design Center, 1250 Kapi’olani Blvd.: Fri 5/9–Sun 5/11; Fri 5/16–Sun 5/18, (8pm.) $35–$45.
Shadowlands A love story between C.S. Lewis and American poet Joy Davidson. Watch him chronicle her Narnia. Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.: Fri 5/9, Sat 5/10, 7:30pm; Sun 5/11, 4pm. [taghawaii.net], 722-6941
Wowowee Live in Hawai’i (See Hot Picks, page 9.) Visit [ticketmaster.com] or call 1-877-750-4400. Aloha Stadium. Sat 5/10, (7pm.) $20–$100. Keiki under 3 admitted free with paying adult (must sit in lap). 486-9511
Auditions
The Actors’ Group Casting call for the 2008–2009 season. Prepare two monologues (one serious and one comedic), 30–60 seconds in length. Tue 5/20 & Wed 5/21. Visit [taghawaii.net/Auditions.html]. Yellow Brick Studio, 625 Keawe St.: (6:30pm.) 722-6941
Museums
Bishop Museum 1525 Bernice St. Open daily 9am–5pm. $14.95 adults; $11.95 youth age 4–12; under 4 free. [bishopmuseum.org], 847-3511
The Contemporary Museum 2411 Makiki Heights Dr. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm; Sun, noon–4pm. $5 adults; $3 students/seniors (free every third Thursday of the month). [tcmhi.org], 526-1322
Biennial of Hawai’i Artists Through 8/17.
The Contemporary Cafe 2411 Makiki Heights Dr. Tue–Sat, 11:30am–2:30pm; Sun, noon–2:30pm. 526-1322
Counter Concepts Promoting work created by the next generation of artists.
The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center 999 Bishop St. Open Mon–Thu, 8:30am–4pm; Fri, 8:30am–6pm. Validated parking available; enter on Merchant St. 526-1322
Boyd Sugiki, Elements The glass artists presents his latest series with grouped glass forms standing over four feet tall, suggesting a compelling urban landscape. Through 5/17.
Mapped Nine Hawai’i-based artists take inspiration from maps to create unique perspectives on understanding and coming to terms with one’s place in the world. Through 5/27.
Hawai’i State Art Museum No. 1 Capitol District Building, 250 S. Hotel St., 2nd Fl. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm. Free. 586-0900
Honolulu Academy of Arts 900 S. Beretania St. Docent-guided tours are available, included in the admission price and self-guided digital audio tours are available for an additional $5. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4:30pm; Sun, 1–5pm. $10 general, $5 seniors/military/students; free for kids 12 & under and museum members. [honoluluacademy.org], 532-8700
Cham: Exploring the Sacred Dances of Bhutan Try on Bhutanese clothing, play instruments, view projections of Cham, browse books from Bhutan and create a prayer flag to take home. Through 5/23.
The Creation and Conservation of Bhutanese Thangkas The products of the Academy’s three-year art conservation project training Bhutanese monks in advance techniques of Himalayan painting and sculpture conservation. Through 5/23.
The Dragon’s Gift: The Sacred Art of Bhutan A major exhibition that focuses on the Himalyan kingdom’s Buddhist art and culture. Through 5/23.
Academy Art Center at Linekona 1111 Victoria St. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4:30pm; Sun, 1–5pm. Free admission. [honoluluacademy.org], 532-8741
‘Iolani Palace Built by King Kalakaua in 1882, the palace was the center of social and political activity in the Kingdom of Hawai’i during the monarchy period. Corner of King & Richards Sts.: Guided tours: Tue–Sat, 9–11:15am, $20 adults, $15 kama’aina, $5 children (under 5 years not admitted). Audio tours available 11:45am–3pm, $12 adults; $5 children. Galleries open: Tue–Sat, 9am–4:30pm. $6 adults; $3 kids. Free admission to island residents with ID on Kama’aina Sundays (the first Sunday of each month). [iolanipalace.org], 522-0832
Mission Houses Museum Step into 19th century Hawai’i when you visit the original homes of the first missionaries to the Islands. Learn about the challenges they faced, the struggles they endured, and the legacies they left behind, such as the development of a written language, the printing of books in the Hawaiian language, and Western-style schools. 533 S. King St. Open Tue–Sat, 10am–4pm; closed Sun. Tours available at 11am & 2:45pm. $6–$10; 50% kama’aina discount on last Saturday of each month. [missionhouses.org], 531-0481
Queen Emma Summer Palace Revel in Hawaiian history and American architecture from the Victorian period. 2913 Pali Hwy.: Daily, 9am–4pm. $1–$6. [daughtersofhawaii.org], 595-6291
Galleries
Opening
77 Dances Japanese calligraphy. Runs 5/8–7/13. Opening reception Wed 5/7, 5:30–7pm. Honolulu Academy of Arts 900 S. Beretania St.: 532-8700
Baily Leung Flower petals and sunny shores. Hale’iwa Art Gallery, 66-252 Kamehameha Hwy.: 637-3368
Brad Lewis Volcano photographs. Hale’iwa Art Gallery, 66-252 Kamehameha Hwy.: 637-3368
Daggers, Bolts, & Fur New art by urban-inspired street artists Angry Woebots, 2H and Phoneticontrol. Runs 5/9–6/1. Opening reception Fri 5/9, 5–9pm. Exclusive, 1311 Kapi’olani Blvd., #104: 593-9699
Human Rights Exhibit 1986–1992 Runs 5/9–6/8. Opening reception, Fri 5/9, 5–8pm. 2nd Floor, Cedar Street Galleries, 817 Cedar St.: 589-1580
Lanterns of Respect Floating lantern exhibit. Runs 5/13–5/22. Honolulu Hale Courtyard, 530 S. King St.: 941-5384
The Listening Series By Karen Lee. Through 7/5. Opening reception 5/10, 2:30–4pm. town, 3435 Wai’alae Ave.: 735-5900
Continuing
2008 Student Exhibition Through 5/7. Koa Gallery, Kapi’olani Community College: 734-9375
A. La Moyne Garside Hale’iwa Art Gallery, 66-252 Kamehameha Hwy.: 637-3368
Al Furtado Hale’iwa Art Gallery, 66-252 Kamehameha Hwy.: 637-3368
Aloha Ho’omaluhia XXIV Through 5/25. Visitors’ Center Gallery, Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, 45-680 Luluku Rd.: 233-7323
Anthony Mendivil Through 5/31. Cathedral Gallery, Cathedral of Our of Lady Peace, 1184 Bishop St.: 292-6503
Art for and about the Garden Through 5/7. The Balcony Gallery, 442-A Uluniu St.: 263-4434
Bethel Street Gallery Bethel Street Gallery, 1140 Bethel St.: 524-3552
Biennial of Hawai’i Artists Through 8/17. The Contemporary Museum 2411 Makiki Heights Dr.: 526-1322
The Big Picture Through 5/31. Louis Vuitton Creative Arts Gallery, Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 226 N. Kuakini St.: 531-3511
Boyd Sugiki, Towering Blown-Glass Through 5/27. The Contemporary Museum at First Hawaiian Center, 999 Bishop St.: 526-0232
Brenda Cablayan Through 5/29. Bethel Street Gallery, 1140 Bethel St.: 524-3552
Bruce Behenke Through 5/11. Morning Brew, 572 Kailua Rd.: 262-7770
By Land and Sea By Susie Y. Anderson. Through 7/5. The Gallery at Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.: 597-8034
Cap-a-City An installation made out of recycled bottles, caps, cans and containers. Tadpole Studio, 1160 Smith St.: [email: tadpole]
Celebrate Mothers Day 2008 Through 5/10. Kahi Gallery, 460 Ena Rd., Ste. 101: 941-0524
Discontinued Canon Photo Gallery, 210 Ward Ave., 522-5930
Element: BFA Show ‘08 Through 5/16. Art Building Auditorium, UH Manoa: 956-6888
Essence of Self Studio Be, 63 N. Beretania St.: 351-4960
Esther Nowell Through 5/29. The Gallery at Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.: 597-8034
fresh flavors of surf Through 5/31. Chinatown Boardroom, 1160 Nu’uanu Ave.: 585-7200
From Tanzania with Aloha The Artboard, 1170 Nu’uanu Ave.: 536-0108
Having Fun with My Friends and Family Through April 2009. Hawai’i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave.: 943-3500
He Alo A He Alo: Face to Face, Visions & Portraits of Hawai’i Hawai’i State Art Museum, No. 1 Capitol District Building, 250 S. Hotel St., 2nd Fl.: 586-0900
Herb Kane, Swingin’ Tiki, Red Mahan, Sandra Blazel, Dennis Morton, Kalalani, Stefan Meinl, William Horak Ipu-Kula Gallery, 47-388 Hui’lwa St.: 239-0044
Invasive Species Through 5/31. Artist talk 5/15, 6:30pm. Nu’uanu Gallery at Marks Garage, 1161 Nu’uanu Ave.: 536-9828
Island Memories By Acrylic landscapes by Patrick Doell. Through 5/31. Ko’olau Gallery, Manoa Marketplace: 988-4147
Kim Taylor Reece Ongoing. Kim Taylor Reece Gallery, 1142 Bethel St.: 546-1144
Ku/Hina Through 5/24. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nu’uanu Ave.: 521-1812
Makawalu: The Watchful Through 5/31. The ARTS at Marks Garage. 1159 Nu’uanu Ave.: 521-2903
Man Talk Cloud Through 7/18. Art Gallery, Hawai’i Pacific University, 45-045 Kamehameha Hwy.: 236-3511
Marion Yee Larson Through 5/15. The Original Roy’s Restaurant, 6600 Kalanianaole Hwy.: 396-7697
Na’u Through 5/24. Artist reception 5/15. Louis Pohl Gallery, 1111 Nu’uanu Ave.: 521-1812
Nighttime Landscapes 12th Ave. Grill, 1145C 12th Ave.: 732-9469
Oil Paintings on Canvas Through 5/17. Honolulu Hale Courtyard, 530 S. King St.: 941-5384
One Breath Photography Outrigger Reef Hotel, #C106, 2169 Kalia Rd.: 922-5110
Pa’aina–A Party CThrough 5/31.
Palolo Kids and Friends Downtown, Hawai’i State Art Museum, No. 1 Capitol District Building, 250 S. Hotel St., 2nd Fl.: 586-0900
The Quan Gallery The Quan Gallery, Aqua Waikiki Wave Hotel, 2299 Kuhio Ave.: 922-7826
Spring into Fantasy Outrigger Reef Hotel, #C106, 2169 Kalia Rd.: 922-5110
Tagami & Powell Gallery Garden Tagami & Powell Gallery Garden, 47-754 Lama’ula Rd.: Kane’ohe: 239-8146
Unseen Visions: Contemporary Painting in Pakistan Through 6/11. East-West Center Gallery, 1601 East-West Rd.: 944-7584
Call To Artists
7th Annual Kona Classic Photo and Video Competition Call (808) 329-7585, 800-345-4807 to sign up. [Jacksdivinglocker.com/Kona_Classic_2008/Home.html]. Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort, Kailua-Kona: Starts 5/24.
Eco/Logic In collaboration with the Hawai’i Arts Alliance and coinciding with Hawai’i Conservation Week. An environmentally themed exhibit–multi-media. Only .jpgs and slides accepted. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nu’uanu Ave.: Deadline to submit is 7/19. Exhibit runs 7/29–9/6. [artsatmarks.com], 521-2903
Words
A Pacific Book Affair The Pacific Writers Convention presents a silent auction of books. A fundraiser for Writers in Schools program, Hawaiian food included. E-mail [email: takiora], [email: pacificwriters] or call 781-6147 to RSVP. Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St.: Wed 5/14, (6–8pm.) $20. 847-3511
Bamboo Ridge Issue #91 Launch (See Hot Picks, page 8.) Visit [bambooridge.com]. Native Books/Na Mea Hawai’i (Ward Warehouse). Fri 5/9, (6:30pm.) Free. 596-8885
Call to Authors
15th Annual Original Play Festival Aloha Performing Arts Company requests new, unpublished scripts for the festival which will be presented 8/13–8/17. Call the APAC at 322-9924for more information. Deadline to submit is 5/23.
Bamboo Ridge Writers and Readers Reunion If you are one of more than 850 authors and artists published in Bamboo Ridge over the past 30 years, or if you are a reader or teacher familiar with the publications, please email [email: BRreaders] or call 626-1481. Reunion scheduled for 5/17–5/18.
Learning
Glass Blowing Workshop Create your own paperweight. E-mail [email: glassartfamily] or call 956-5258. UH Art Dept. Fri 5/9–5/10. $85. Free for UH students and faculty on 5/10.
Jazz Dance A whole body workout choreographed to great music We assume they teach that “Jazz Hands” thing. Call 923-4221. Mo’ili’ili Community Center, 2535 S. King St.: Mondays 5/12 & 5/19, (7–8:30pm.) $14 each class; $25 for both.
The Making of Modern Myanmar: Trends and Patterns. Presented by Michael Aung-Thwin. Part of the Annual Asia-Pacific Studies Forum. Center for Asia-Pacific Exchange, 1616 Makiki St.: Sat 5/10, (9–11am.) 942-8553
More Global Inter-dependence: Fuel or Food? Part of the Asia-Pacific Studies Forum. Center for Asia-Pacific Exchange, 1616 Makiki St.: Sat 5/10, (11am.) 942-8553
Nisei Veterans Endowed Forum Series Former governor Ben Cayetano is the featured speaker. Boxed lunch available for $8. Call 956-5790 to reserve. Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai’i, 2454 South Beretania St.: Thu 5/8, (9am–12pm.) Free. [jcch.com], 945-7633
Recording Your Journey Sample traditional and nontraditional methods for putting your experiences on paper. Call 532-8741 to register. The ARTS at Marks Garage, 1159 Nu’uanu Ave.: Sat 5/10, (9am–12pm.) $75. [artsatmarks.com], 521-2903
SE–Posture and Tai Chi Experience the Todd Method of Alignment to enhance your Tai Chi style. Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115: Fri 5/9, (9:30am.) $9. 235-7433
Women in Pakistan: Diversity and Society Illustrated discussion. East-West Center Gallery, UH–Manoa: Sun 5/11 Free. 944-7177
Keiki & ‘Ohana
Kids Talk Story Creative writing workshops as part of the Hawai’i Book and Music Festival. Keiki write and illustrate a little story.Visit [kidstalkstory.com]. Honolulu Hale, 530 S. King St.: Sat 5/17 & Sun 5/18, (10am–5pm.) Free.
Mother & Child Afternoon of Art Create an artistic journal. E-mail [email: peggeh]. or call 524-1160. Pegge Hopper Gallery, 1164 Nu’uanu Ave.: Sat 5/10, (1–4pm.) 524-1160
Second Saturday Hands-on art activities. This month’s theme is “Asia Pacific Art Rhythms.” Sat 5/10, (11am–3pm.) Free. 586-0900
Wind of a Thousand Tales–Folk Tales from Faraway Places A play for keiki ages 5 and up. Mid-Pacific Institute, 2445 Ka’ala St., Manoa Valley: Fri 5/9, 7pm; Sat 5/10, 4 & 7pm; Sun 5/11, 2pm. $5–$20.
Botanical
Aroma Therapy Learn the basics of aromatherapy. Foster Botanical Garden, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd.: Sat 5/10, (10am.) $5. 522-7064
Honolulu Rose Society Plant Show & Sale For Mother’s Day. Ward Warehouse, Ewa side. Call 591-8411. Ward Warehouse, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd.: Sat 5/10, (10am–2pm.)
Learn How to Make Your Own Natural Pesticides and Fertilizers Use natural ingredients such as hot peppers and coffee. Bring a liquid container. E-mail [email: tours] or call 748-5363/748-5312 to register. Halawa Xeriscape Garden, 99-1268 Iwaena St., Halawa Industrial Park: Sat 5/10, (10:15am–12pm.) $15; discount for members. 527-6113
Manoa Cliff Restoration Meet at the trailhead on Round Top Drive to help nurture native plants and remove invasives on around the popular trail site. E-mail [email: manoacliffnatives] for details. Every first and third Sun, (9am.)
Hikes & Excursions
Historic Captiol District Walking Tour Join historian and writer Nanette Napoleon on a walking tour of the Historic Capitol District. Sites include Mission Houses Museum, Kawaiaha’o Church, Kamehameha Stature, ‘Iolani Palace and Washington Place. For reservations call 531-0481, ext. 707. Every second Saturday, (10am–12pm.) $20; free for Mission Houses Museum members.
Honolulu Ghost Tours Do you live in a monster house? Is your street haunted? Find out with one of six themed walks. Various tours available. Check website for details. $65. [honolulughosttours.com], 699-4940
Food & Drink
A Successful Vegetarian School Lunch Program Chef John Cadman presents a lecture and cooking demonstration on how to create attractive and appetizing vegetarian school lunch meals. E-mail [email: info] or call 944-8344. Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse, 404 Kapahulu Ave.: Tue 5/13, (7pm.) Free.
Complimentary Wine Tasting Sample Mother’s Day and Brunch wines. The Wine Stop, 1809 S. King St.: Sat 5/10, (1–5pm.) Free. [thewinestophawaii.com], 946-3707
Grilling You, too, can become a grill master. Kapi’olani Community College, ‘Ohia 118: Sat 5/10, (1pm.) $65. 734-9211
Main Course Salads Not just rabbit food. Learn udon salad and roasted kabocha, among other things. Kapi’olani Community College, ‘Ohia 118: Sat 5/10, (8am.) $48.
Mother’s Day at Indigo Enjoy a Euro-Asian brunch by Chef Glenn Chu. Call 521-2900 to reserve. Indigo Restaurant, 1121 Nu’uanu Ave.: Sun 5/11, (10am–2pm.) $35 adults, $18 keiki 5–12; free for keiki under 5. 521-2900
Pau Hana Wine & Cheese Tasting Really though, is anybody ever done with either? Check out special tastings. The Wine Stop, 1809 S. King St.: Every 2nd and 3rd Friday, (4–8pm.) Free. [thewinestophawaii.com], 946-3707
The Willows’ Hops & Grinds: Three Philosophers Various beers featured in this month’s dinner include Duvel, La Fin de Monde and Trois Pistoles. A European-inspired five-course dinner by Executive Chef Jay Matsukawa complement the beers. The Willows, 901 Hausten St.: Fri 5/9, (6pm.) $30 general; $25 for Willows’ Beer Club members. 952-9200
Whatevahs
7th Annual Mini Coin Show With the Hawai’i State Numismatic Association. Exhibits, door prizes, coins, stamps, Hawaiiana, postcards and other collectibles. Call 486-4766. YWCA, 1040 Richards St.: Sat 5/10, (9:30am–4pm.) Free. 538-7061
Art Walk Side Walk Sale Honolulu Arts District has multiple businesses open for this event along Nu’uanu, Bethel, Hotel, Pauahi and Smith Streets. Find original art, antiques, collectibles and odd things. Call 524-1160. Nu’uanu Ave., Chinatown: Sat 5/10, (11am–4pm.)
Blueprint. Poetry, live painting, fashion, art displays, live music, live photoshoots, food. Visit [myspace.com/groundupfamily] or [groundupmovement.com]. Chinatown Courtyard, 1126 Smith St.: Sat 5/10, (7pm–12am.) $7; $5 if wearing a skirt, collar or groundup shirt. All ages.
Buddha’s Birthday Celebration Parade, chanting, food, stories, meditation tutoring, canned food collection. Call 545-1183 Chinese Cultural Plaza, 100 N. Beretania St.: Sat 5/10, (9:30am-5pm.)
Call for Koa Anvil Award Entries The Public Relations Society of American is accepting entries for this award that recognizes outstanding public relations programs. Conctact [email: [michal.ni]]. Deadline is 5/9.
Daggers, Bolts, & Fur (See Hot Picks, page 8.) Exclusive, 1311 Kapi’olani Blvd. #104, Hawaiian Life Bldg.: Fri 5/9, (5–9pm.) Free. [exclusive-hawaii.com], 593-9699
MAMo Wednesdays Native Hawaiian artists demonstrate traditional arts. 754-2301. Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, 2335 Kalakaua Ave.: Wednesdays through 5/28, (10am–12pm.) Free.
Native Hawaiian Tourism Conference The conference brings together Native Hawaiians, representatives from the visitor industry and other stakeholders. If it’s tourist season … Register at [nahha.com]. Hawai’i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave.: Thu 5/8 & Fri 5/9, (8am–5pm.) $150 general; $75 students. 441-1369
StageLight Lounge Live entertainment plus hosted open bar, pupu and games on stage. E-mail [email: joshuaczarda] or call 791-1397 for tix. Hawaii Theatre, 1130 Bethel St.: Fri 5/9, (5:30–9:30pm.) $50 general; $25 for members. 21+. [hawaiitheatre.com], 528-0506
Volunteer
Bike Path Clean-Up Island Triathlon & Bike picks up trash, and removes weeds on the path by the Ala Wai Golf Course. Free shirt for helpers while supplies last! Third Saturday of every month, (3pm.) [ITBHawaii.com], 732-7227
Envision Hawaii & Kai Makana Service Project Help to restore the last ancient Hawaiian fishing village island into an educational center. RSVP to [email: tandyawaya] Sand Island Park, (end of Sand Island Access Rd.): Sat 5/10, (8:30am–1pm.)
Kalihi Stream Restoration Days Break proper footwear, water, sunscreen and a hat, and help restore the stream. Every second Saturday of the month. Call 855-2218 or e-mail [email: KAUPA] for information. Kalihi Waena Elementary School, 1240 Gulick Ave.: Sat 5/10, (8:30–11:00am.)
OISC Work Trip Bring long pants, sturdy shoes, a rain jacket, lunch, bug repellent, sunscreen and water. This month, go to Ka’ala Learning Center to restore lo’i and lowland dry forest. RSVP at 286-4616 or e-mail [email: oisc]. Church of the Crossroads, 1212 University Ave.: Sat 5/10, (8am–3pm.)
Pouhala Marsh Clean-Up and Restoration Remove pickleweed and other alien flora. Gloves, water, hat, sunscreen, change of clothes and towel recommended. Closed footwear and long pants required. Hawai’i Nature Center. Sat 5/10, (8:30–11:30am.) 955-0100, ext. 18
The Producers Paint, sand and decorate eight doorways, among many other set pieces for the upcoming production. Call 733-0277, ext. 331 or ext. 330. Diamond Head Theatre, 520 Makapu’u Dr.: Through Thu 5/15. 733-0274
Ulupo Heiau Join this service project to restore the ethno-botanical and cultural features of the heiau. Wear suitable clothes. Call 593-0112 or e-mail [email: email]. Windward YMCA, 1200 Kailua Rd.: Second Saturday of the month. Sat 5/10, (8:30am–12pm.) 595-3922
Sports
Girls Who Surf Spend Mother’s Day at the beach. RSVP at 371-8917 to register or visit [girlswhosurf.com]. Kalaeloa Camp Grounds. Sun 5/11, 8:30–10am; 10–11:30am. $45.
Jamba Juice 5K Banana Man Chase Racers run down two-legged bananas for a chance to win prizes–a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Hawaii. Catch the lead runners for a chance to win Jamba for a year (which would probably make it harder to catch them again next year.) Ala Moana Beach Park. Sat 5/10, (8am.) $25+. [jambahawaii.com]
Pearl Harbor Bike Path 10K Show up and sign up or register online for this Mid-Pacific Road Runners Club level out-and-back course with elite and five-year age divisions. Lehua Elementary School, 791 Lehua Ave.: Sun 5/11, (7am.) $5 MPRRC members; $10 nonmembers. Free for Life members. [mprrc.com]
Pineapple Run The 33rd annual run is here. Visit [active.com]. Ka’ala Elementary School, 130 California Ave.: Sat 5/10, (7am.) $20.
Neighbors
Ka Ulu Lauhala O Kona Weaving Conference Anyone interested in gathering to preserve and ensure growth of lau hala weaving are welcome. Call (808) 325-5555. Kona Village Resort, Big Island: Wed 5/14–5/17. $150–$175.
Project WET Teacher Workshop The non-profit award-winning water education program gives teachers classroom-ready teaching aids. E-mail [email: jay] or call. Hawai’i Nature Center, ‘Iao Valley, Maui: Sat 5/10, (9am–3pm.) 1 (808) 244-6500
Rebirth 2008, The Hawaii Interactive Arts Festival The Burning Man Regional event is a multi-day festival showcasing interactive art in Hawai’i, with fire spinners, performances and art installations. Volunteers also needed–register at the website. Hawai’i Island, near Pahoa: Thu 5/18–Sun 5/18. $40. [kapilina.org]
Gay
Dignity Honolulu Video Night This week’s movie: The Conrad Boys, about a gay Asian American teen who meets his first love and raises his younger brother after the death of his mother. E-mail [email: dignity_honolulu] or call 352-7558. Fri 5/9, (7:30pm.)
LikeHike Do the Moanalua and Ko’olau Ridges. Bring water and food for this strenuous hike. Visit [gayhawaii.com] or call 455-8193 for more information. Sun 5/11, (9am–3:30pm.)
Mixed Media
Best of Monday Night Live Hear bands that don’t get the airplay they deserve. This week’s show features Angie Lee (acoustic rock). KTUH, 90.3 FM Honolulu, 91.3 FM North Shore, 89.9 Windward: Mon 5/12, (10pm.) 956-5288
Dalai Lama Renaissance Get an early preview of this film narrated by Harrison Ford that will be released in the states later this year. Visit [dalailamafilm.com]. Unity Church of Hawai’i, 3608 Diamond Head Cir.: Sat 5/10, (7pm.) $10. [unityhawaii.org], 735-4436
Southeast Asian Film Series This week’s film is Love Story, a Mandarin language film about love stories read by a lonely theater usher. Visit [hawaii.edu/cseas/film.php] or call 728-8035. Korean Studies Building, UH Manoa: Wednesdays, (6:30pm.) Free.
