TGI Saturday
Advertiser Staff
The √ indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members, children and/or advance purchase. Call venue for details.
THE HOLIDAYS
√ Breakfast With Santa, a fund-raiser for UH Lab School's 2007 Project Grad, with games, face painting for keiki, bake sale and Santa, 8:30 a.m.-noon, UH Lab School; $5 for breakfast. 956-9307.
√ Santa Sails to Waikiki, the jolly fellow arrives via outrigger canoe, followed by hula, music and a photo session, 9:30 a.m., Outrigger Waikiki Hotel; free. 9924-6007.
√ "A Winter Wonderland," with snow, reindeer games, snowman snacks, Santa's Craft Workshop and photos with Santa, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Calvary Church of the Pacific, 99-400 'Aiea Heights Drive; free. 488-6825.
√ "Santa Saturday," with free holiday crafts and activities, entertainment and free photos with Santa at Bank of Hawaii, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kapolei Shopping Center; free. 286-8830.
√ Second Saturday, themed "Lauhala Holiday," learn how to weave lauhala Christmas ornaments, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Hawai'i State Art Museum; free. 586-0300.
√ Holiday Storytimes and Crafts, 10:30 a.m., Hawai'i State Public Library; free. 586-3510.
√ Snow Days in Hawaii Nei, with snow, train rides, photos with Santa and entertainment by Honolulu Dance Studio and Chris Da Clown, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Pearl Highlands Center; free. 864-6360.
"Keiki Holiday Parade," with keiki participating, arts and crafts, face painting and dress rehearsal, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Macy's Ala Moana; $30*, for ages 5-10. 524-5437.
Afternoon Tea With Santa, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., The Kahala; $25. Reservations: 739-8760.
"The Nutcracker," a Hawaii Ballet Theatre production, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. today, Leeward Community Theatre; $25*. 456-8100.
√ Kapolei Lights, music, Electric Light Parade, tree and wreath display, tree lighting, from 5 p.m., Kapolei Hale; free.
√ The Kapolei Chorale will sing Christmas favorites, 5:30 p.m., Kapolei Hale; free. 672-8888.
√ Manoa Christmas Parade, featuring bands, Sassafras Twirlers, Baton Hawaii and Santa Claus, 6 p.m., starting at Noelani School; free. 988-4807.
√ Christmas By The Sea, The Movement Center's annual holiday show will feature a storybook tale, "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," 7 p.m., Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church; donation of food item or unwrapped toy. 735-8641.
√ "Our Island Home," the 45th annual Christmas concert of the Hawaii Youth Opera, 7 p.m. Kawaiaha'o Church; free. 521-2982.
Holly Jolly Trolley, Christmas lights tour and dancing, 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Dream to Dance, 661 Auahi St. No. 201; $40. 372-5574.
"Sleigh Daze (A Sleigh for all Seasons)," Christmas show and concert presented by the Sounds of Aloha Chorus, 7:36 p.m., Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College; repeats 4:06 p.m. Sunday; $20. 262-7664.
SPECIAL EVENT
U2, with openers Pearl Jam and Rocko and the Devils, 6:30 p.m., Aloha Stadium; $49.50, $95, $165. (877) 750-4400, ticketmaster.com.
CONCERT
√ Holunape, part of Shine! 2006 Holiday Concert Series, 2 p.m., Kahala Mall center stage; free. 732-7736.
High Tide, bluegrass band, 7:30 p.m. Atherton Performing Arts Studio; $17*. 955-8821.
Takács Quartet, presented by the Honolulu Chamber Music Series, 7:30 p.m. Orvis Auditorium; $35*. 483-7123, www.etickethawaii.com.
DANCE
Latin Dance Night Christmas Extravaganza, performance by Angel Archangel and HoT Salsa Kids in a Latin-style "Nutcracker," 6-10 p.m. Atherton YMCA; $8*. 255-8768.
√ Contra Dance, with Kaimana Ceili Band, playing Irish jigs and reels, 7:30 p.m., Kapi'olani Community College Chapel; $5 donation. 392-8774.
STAGE
"Christmas Talk Story," a holiday tradition of locally written tales, 1:30 and 4:30 p.m., Tenney Theatre, St. Andrew's Cathedral; $16* regular run. 839-9885, www.htyweb.org.
"Cinderella," musical, 3 and 8 p.m., Diamond Head Theatre; $12-$42. 733-0274, www.diamondheadtheatre.com.
√ "Rising Stars! A Musical Revue," showcasing songs from contemporary Broadway shows, final performance 7 p.m. 'Aiea Intermediate School cafeteria; free. 382-5947.
"K2," The Actors' Group presents the story of two climbers stranded on a mountain ledge, 7:30 p.m., Yellow Brick Studio; $15*. 550-8457, www.honoluluboxoffice.com.
"SantaLand Diaries," a one-man show about Christmas pageantry and all its victims, 8 p.m., Manoa Valley Theatre; $20*. 988-6131, www.manoavalleytheatre.com.
"The Lion in Winter," in 1183 King Henry II and family prepare for a holiday reunion, 8 p.m., Paul and Vi Loo Theatre (formerly Hawai'i Pacific University Theatre), HPU Kane'ohe campus; $20*. 375-1282.
"Fish Head Soup," humor, secrets and shame emerge as a family's youngest son who was presumably dead suddenly shows up at the front door, 8 p.m., UH-Manoa, Earle Ernst Lab Theatre; $12*. 956-7655, 483-7123.
"Who the Fil-Am I?" a trip to the Philippines forces three FilipinoAmericans to come to grips with their ancestry, 8 p.m., Kumu Kahua Theatre; $5-$16. 536-4441, www.kumukahua.org.
COMEDY
Comedy Shack, with Kaleo Pilanca, Kenny-Hune, Big Steve and Lanai, 8 p.m. Makaha Resort; $20*. 429-8255.
"Sell Out," presented by improv group Loose Screws, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $14*. 550-8457.
Improv in Kunia: On the Spot, holiday-themed comedy, 9:30 p.m., Planet Fun, Kunia Shopping Center; $12, $5 ages 6-13. 630-4392.
FILM
√ "Gosford Park" (2001), 12:30, 3, 5:30 and 8 p.m., Movie Museum; $5*. 735-8771.
NATURE
√ Ka'ena Point hike, 4 miles, OK for novices, 8 a.m.; meet at 'Iolani Palace, mountainside; $2. 382-4709.
No Waste at Christmas, showing how everyday items can become gifts, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Waimea Valley Audubon; $3 plus $8* admission. 638-9199.
√ Keiki Explorer Club: Flutterbye Butterfly, workshop on the importance of pollinators, 1:30-3 p.m., The Green House; $12 parent/child team; ages 4 and older. Register: 524-8427.
FAMILY TIES
√ Saturday Storytime, with sing-alongs and crafts, 10 a.m. Waialua Public Library; free. 637-8286.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
√ Christmas Craft Fair and Silent Auction, jewelry, fabric crafts, lei, books, baked goods, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Emmanuel's Preschool and Daycare Center, Kailua; free. 679-7275.
√ Season's Best 'Aiea, crafts and holiday items, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 'Aiea Elementary School; free. 683-6064.
√ Winter Craft Fair, crafts, plants, gift items, food, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Moanalua High School; free. 737-0092.
√ Ben Franklin Mini Open Craft Fair, jewelry, home accessories, apparel, collectibles, Hawaiiana and more, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Enchanted Lake Shopping Center; free. 261-4621.
√ Craft Fair, gift and country items, pillows, plants, ornaments, baked goods and more, 5-8 p.m., 95-1019 Hoakua St., Mililani Mauka; free. 291-1820.
ETC.
"Dinosaurs Alive!" exhibit opens; journey through prehistoric surroundings, with moving, roaring dinosaurs, opening 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bishop Museum, Castle Memorial Building, continues through Jan. 26; $14.95*. 847-3511.
√ Honolulu Marathon Expo, packet pick-up, registration, special guests and booths, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Hawai'i Convention Center; free. www.honolulumarathon.org.
√ 2nd SketchCrawl, participants are invited to break into groups and sketch what they see downtown then reconvene to share their experiences, 10 a.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; free. www.sketchcrawl.com.
Keiki Explorer Club: "Pretty as a Picture, Note Boxes," create unique message boxes, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., The Green House; $12 parent/child team; 5 and older. Register: 524-8427.
Back to the Garden, explore the recipe of ingredients needed to compost, 10 a.m.-noon, The Green House; $15. Register: 524-8427.
Photovoltaic Basic Workshop, learn to make electricity from sunlight using photovoltaic panels, 10 a.m.-noon, The Green House; $20. Register: 524-8427.
"Once Upon a Time" bags, create gift bags from old calendars, noon1 p.m., The Green House; $8. Register: 524-8427.
Honolulu Treasure Hunt, downtown Honolulu, 1 p.m., location will be sent to you as a clue upon sign-up; $25*. 948-5053, www.ravenchase.com.
Solar Dehydrator Workshop, make a solar dehydrator to dry vegetables, fruits and herbs, 1:30-3:30 p.m. The Green House; $20. Register: 524-8427.
Hot Import Nights, with custom car show, models and performance by DJ Miss Lisa, 5 p.m.-midnight, Blaisdell Center; $25. (949) 789-7439.
"Sell Out," presented by improv group Loose Screws, 8 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage; $14*. 521-2903.
ONE-TIME GIGS
Kenneth Makuakane, noon, Borders, Ward Centre. 591-8995.
Keali'i Reichel, performing and autographing his holiday CD, 4 p.m., Borders, Ward Centre. 591-8995.
Darrell Aquino, 4-7 p.m., Ala Moana Center, Mai Tai Bar; also Ka'ala Boys, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., 947-2900.
Dr. Know Hawaii Tour, with The 86 List, Laissez Faire and Cogito, 8 p.m., Anna Bananas. 946-5190.
MySpace Party, doors open at 8 p.m., Pipeline Cafe; 18 and older. 589-1999.
Fusion, 8-11 p.m., Ige's Restaurant. 455-3109.
Edgewater, alternative/contemporary, 8:30-11:30 p.m., Kincaid's. 591-2005.
The Ohana Blues Band, 9 p.m., OnStage Drinks and Grinds. 306-7799.
Kawao, reggae, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kemo'o Farm, Lakeside Lanai; 21 and older. 622-5009.
M-urge, with Mary B, Mailani, Mario, Ricky, Glen, Val and Ben, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Monterey Bay Canners, Pearlridge. 483-3555.
The Hell Caminos, 10 p.m., Kainoa's Sports Bar & Restaurant. 637-7787.
Tru Rebels, 11 p.m.-3 a.m., Tiare's Sports Bar & Grill. 864-6972.
DANCE VENUES
Good Luck Saturdays, with Mark Farina, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Osake Sushi Bar and Lounge; 21 and older. 591-3500.
DJ Rod el Moreno, with salsa dancing, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, Dream to Dance, 661 Auahi St., No. 201. 734-0264.
Piranha Brothers, rock 'n' roll, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Bobby G's, International Market Place; also DJ D-Box, 1-4 a.m. 926-7066.
Club Cirque, with DJs K-Smooth and Quiksilva, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Cirque Hawaii; 21 and older. 591-3500.
DJ SailorGloom, new wave, synthpop and '80s, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Pink Cadillac; 18 and older. 946-6499.
Lucky Tiger, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., thirty-ninehotel; 21 and older. 599-2552.
Sic Wid It, with DJs Epic One and Jrama, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Wonder Lounge at the Wonderland, W Honolulu; 21 and older. 922-3734.
DJ Cool Cameron, country and classic rock, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Nashville Waikiki. 926-7911.
House of Isis, with DJs Big John, Billy G, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Zanzabar; 21 and older. 924-3939.
Little Chill, '70s, '80s and '90s music, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Rumours. 955-4811.
Las Venus, 11:30 p.m., Venus Nightclub; also, all-male revue, 9 p.m.; 18 and older. 951-8671.
Zumanity, with DJs Jimmy Taco, Saput Mo and Lex One, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., Fashion 45, Waikiki Trade Center; 21 and older. www.kuriousproductions.com.
Paper Doll Revue Drag Show, 9:30 p.m., Fusion Waikiki; also, Men of Fusion, male revue, midnight. 924-2422.
Chemistry, featuring DJs Trancis and Peter, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Longhi's; 21 and older. 947-9899.
The Monkey Bar, featuring DJs delve1der and XL, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Ciao Mein Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki; 21 and older. www.verticaljunkies.com.
A Midsummer Night's Trance, Euro dance and Trance, 10 p.m., Club Promo, 325 Seaside Ave. 351-1597.
Wild Out Saturdays, hip-hop, reggae, rock, 10 p.m., Panama Hattie's. 485-8226.
Salsa and Reggaeton dance, with DJs and The Friikiitona's dancers, 10 p.m.-1:45 a.m., Cafe Che Pasta; 18 and older. 524-0004.
ElectrO1yfe, with DJs Monkey, Toki and Vince, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Indigo Eurasian Cuisine. 521-2900.
The Light, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., The O Lounge; 21 and older. 944-8436.
Like it Tight, with DJ Busy B spinning funk and house, Belly Dancers in Paradise entertaining on three stages, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Yanni's Restaurant; 21 and older. 234-1006.
Refresh, with DJs Revise, Stetru and Careless, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Brew Moon. 593-0088.
Ultra, '80s nu-wave dance hits and electroclash remixes, 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m., Galaxy Nightclub. www.honoluluclublife.com.
The Next Level and Speakeasy, with Direct Descendants and the Nitelite Crew, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., The Living Room, Fisherman's Wharf; 21 and older. 395-2100.
LOUNGE ACTS
Eric Lee and Shanelle Sanborn, 7:30-9 a.m., ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel. 922-2511.
Elaine Spencer Duo, 8-10 a.m., The Royal Hawaiian hotel, Surf Room. 923-7311.
Steve Lucas, noon-2:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.
J.P. Smoketrain, blues, 12:30-2 p.m., Nico's At Pier 38. 540-1377.
Haumea Warrington, 1-3 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.
Mikey and Shawn, 3-7:30 p.m., Coconut Willy's. 923-9454.
Eric Lee, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tropics. 949-4321.
Concerts on the Beach, with Sean Na'auao Quartet, 4-6 p.m., Duke's Canoe Club Waikiki. 922-2268.
Ledward Kaapana, 4:15-7:15 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Sam Doval and Steve Lucas, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.
Ray Sowders, slack key, 5-6 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.
Johnny Helm, 5-7 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.
Barry Choy, 5-8 p.m., Don Ho's Island Grill. 528-0807.
Scotty Bryan, 5-8 p.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Pa'ahana or Po'okela, with hula by Kanoe Miller, 5-8:30 p.m., Halekulani, House Without a Key. 923-2311.
Starr Lutu, Lenny Keys and Del Choy, jazz, 5:30-8 p.m., Star of Honolulu. 983-7827.
Nohelani Cypriano Polynesian Show, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.
Bobby Cortezan, piano, 6 p.m., The Dragon Upstairs, (above Hanks Cafe) 1038 Nu'uanu Ave. 526-1411.
Keiki Hula, with Kuhai Halau O Kahalepuna Pa 'Olapa Kahiko, 6-8:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, poolside. 922-4422.
Dominic Leonard and Eric Petersen, blues, 6-9 p.m., Planet Hollywood. 924-7877.
Miles Jackson Trio, jazz, 6-9 p.m., Mariposa. 951-3420.
Black Sand, jazz, 6-10 p.m., Ohana East, Chuck's Cellar. 923-4488.
Sharlene Boulos, harp, 6-10 p.m., Bistro at Century Center. 943-6500.
Sam Kapu, 6:15-9:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, poolside. 922-5811.
Five O'Clock Shadow, with Jesse and John, 6:30-9 p.m., Nashville Waikiki. 926-7911.
Old Hawaiian Nights Concert, with 3 Scoops Aloha and Mel Amina, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Marriott, Moana Terrace. 922-6611.
Audy Kimura, guitar/vocals, 6:3010 p.m., Hy's Steak House. 922-5555.
Jeff Peterson, guitar, 6:30-10 p.m., Michel's in the Colony Surf. 923-6552.
Weldon Kekauoha, and friends 6:45-8:45 p.m., Chai's Island Bistro. 585-0011.
Haumea and Weymouth, with Auntie Welina, 7-9 p.m., Hula Grill Waikiki. 923-4852.
Ho'ike, 7-9 p.m., Brew Moon Waikiki/Local Motion. 955-9045.
Jon Osorio and Stephen Brown, contemporary Hawaiian, 7-9 p.m., Kona Brewing Co.'s Koko Marina Pub. 394-5662.
Sefa Tuai, contemporary, 7-10 p.m., Turtle Bay Resort, Bay Club. 293-6000.
Soul Cafe, 7-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Elegant Dive. 923-1234.
Tito Berinobis, contemporary, 7 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Chart House. 941-6660.
Bruce Shimabukuro, 7:30-9 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Lounge. 921-4600.
20 Degrees North, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.
Nihoa Duo, with hula, 7:30-10:30 p.m., The Royal Hawaiian hotel, Mai Tai Bar. 923-7311.
Stardust, with Jennifer Hera, Jimmy Funai and Brian Robertshaw, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Cobalt Lounge at the Hanohano Room. 922-4422.
David Swanson, 7:30-11 p.m., The Kahala, Veranda. 739-8760.
Jonny & Dennis, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Tapa Bar. 949-4321.
Wasabi, 8-11 p.m., Hilton Hawaiian Village, Shell Bar. 949-4321.
The Geezers, classic country, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hanks Cafe Honolulu. 526-1410.
Olomana with Jerry Santos, Hawaiian, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Paradise Lounge. 949-4321.
Adorelo Duo, 8:30-10:30 p.m., Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Banyan Veranda. 922-3111.
Na Kama, 8:30-11:30 p.m., The Cheesecake Factory. 924-5001.
Lenny Keyes and Rocky Holmes, jazz, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Halekulani, Lewers Lounge. 923-2311.
Freddie Alcantar, 9 p.m., The Dragon Upstairs, (above Hanks Cafe) 1038 Nu'uanu Ave. 526-1411.
Natural T, blues rock, 9 p.m., Arnold's Waikiki. 924-6887.
Son Caribe, latin jazz, 9 p.m., Jazz Minds Art & Cafe. 945-0800.
J.P. Smoketrain, 9 p.m.-midnight, Los Garcia's. 261-0306.
Keith Scott, piano/vocals, comedy and sing-alongs, 9 p.m.-midnight, Da Smoke House. 946-0233.
Anna Marie and the Elements, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Sheraton Waikiki hotel, Esprit Lounge. 921-4600.
The Antidote, urban jazz, 9 p.m.1 a.m., Formaggio. 739-7719.
Doolin' Rakes, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., O'Toole's Irish Pub. 536-4138.
James Ronstadt & Shuffle Kings, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.
Mike Lundy and Alika Souza, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Shore Bird Restaurant and Beach Bar. 922-2887.
Cosmopolitan Jazz Trio, with Zig Noda, Howard Nett and Alex Morrison, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., The Dragon Upstairs. 526-1411.
Joe Kingston, 9:30-11:30 p.m., Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge. 922-5811.
Fat Jazz Saturdays, modern and groove jazz with Newjass Quartet, 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sam Choy's Diamond Head; 21 and older. 732-8645.
DJ Rud Dog, 10 p.m., Da Big Kahuna Waikiki. 923-0033.
Ellsworth Simeona, 10 p.m.-midnight, Tiki's Grill & Bar. 923-8454.
Haumea Warrington, 10 p.m.midnight, Duke's Waikiki, Barefoot Bar. 922-2268.
Tennyson Stevens Trio, jazz, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Bistro at Century Center. 943-6500.
Brendan, 1:30-3:30 a.m., Kelley O'Neil's. 926-1777.