Out ‘N’ About: Pro Bowl, ‘Bounce the Block,’ Chinese New Year
Traditional African storytelling, sounds and melodies with Moussa Bangoura and Sekou Camara will be the basis for "Griot Stories," 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Atherton Performing Arts Studio. —Courtesy photo
WEEKEND OF FRIDAY, JAN. 27
Pro Bowl weekend, with Sunset on the Beach beginning at 4 p.m. today, Ohana Day 8:30-11:30 a.m. tomorrow at Aloha Stadium, and the Pro Bowl block party in Waikiki tomorrow, 6:30 p.m. onward. Note: Kalakaua Avenue from Lewers Street to Kealohilani Avenue will be closed to all traffic beginning at 5 p.m. on Saturday. For details on events, go to Do It!
“Bounce the Block,” more than 20 bouncers, face painting, magicians and a balloon artist, held in collaboration with Eat the Street, a food wagon gathering, 4-9 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 805 Ala Moana Blvd. $10 for all-day pass with complimentary shave ice or cotton candy; or $3 per bouncer. 469-2417
Eighteenth annual BIA Home Building & Remodeling Show, with 150 local contractors, suppliers and experts offering tips, seminars and trends for home improvement, 5-9 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. $2-$7, free for under age 12 with paid adult. www.biahawaii.org
FRIDAY, JAN. 27
Friends of Wahiawa Public Library book sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 820 California Ave. 622-6345
Chinese New Year celebrations in Waikiki, lion-dancing performances, 4-5:30 p.m., Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach and Outrigger Reef on the Beach, and 6-8:30 p.m., Waikiki Beach Walk with a Chinese pole-jumping performance by Chinese Lion Dance Association. 931-3591
“Eat the Street” anniversary celebration, food truck festival with activities, entertainment, an art battle and Shogunai’s deejay crew spinning beats, 4-9 p.m., 555 South St., Kakaako. Free. 780-9288
The Brewer’s Table at Brasserie Du Vin, multicourse beer dinner with Hawaii beer expert Andy Baker, 6 p.m., 1115 Bethel St. $50. Reservations: 545-1115. www.brasserieduvin.com
ARTafterDARK: “The Dragon Enters,” adult celebration of Chinese New Year with a Chinese Gallery of activities, artist Andy Lee painting fans and Chinese food served by Town, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts. $10. 532-8700, www.honoluluacademy.org
Noah Juan, Hawaiian music, dining available, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Willows Restaurant, 901 Hausten St. 952-9200, www.willowshawaii.com
Chinese lion dancing, performance on poles by Wah Ngai, 7 p.m., Ala Moana Centerstage. Free.
Ohana Magic, Live!, magic performances with free balloon animals for kids, 7 p.m., Koolau Magic Theatre, Koolau Shopping Center. $8-$12; $2 discount pre-sale. 239-6711, www.koolaumagictheatre.com
DORISafterDARK: “Enter the Dragon,” post-ARTafterDARK screening of Bruce Lee’s popular kung fu film, 9 p.m., Hono lulu Academy of Arts, Doris Duke Theatre. $8-$10. 532-8700, www.honoluluacademy.org
Freeradicals Projekt, live show by Haiku, Maui electro-funk collective, with Kings of Spade, Yoza and Shakti Dance Movement, 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., theVenue, 1143 Bethel St.; doors open 9 p.m. Cover: $7-$10. www.jan27venue.eventbrite.com
SATURDAY, JAN. 28
Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club hike, novice 3-mile trek up Kaluanui Ridge to the Koolau crest, meet at 8 a.m. at Iolani Palace. Donation: $3. 674-1459
Hui Waa Kaukahi Kayak Paddle, 10.2-mile paddle from Waialae Beach Park to Keehi Lagoon with midpoint near the Hilton Lagoon for those wanting a shorter distance, meet 8 a.m. at launch site (depends on wind conditions). $5 nonmembers. 226-2006, email sharris@lava.net, www.huiwaa.org
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, volunteers count humpback whale sightings and record their behaviors, 8 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at various shore sites. 397-2651, ext. 253; www.sanctuaryoceancount.org
Battleship Missouri Memorial, in celebration of the anniversaries of the USS Missouri’s launching (68th) and ship’s opening as a memorial in Pearl Harbor (13th), kamaaina and military receive free admission, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., with band performances, game stations and more beginning at 9 a.m. and ending with a special toast at 1:04 p.m., the time the USS Missouri was christened by Margaret Truman in 1944. 973-2494, www.ussmissouri.org
Practical Prosperity seminar, David Tasaka and the Lyte Foundation offer tips to help you save money, with guest speakers from Hawaii Shopaholics and Hawaii Homeownership Center, 9 a.m.-noon, St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 1052 Ilima Drive. $25. 447-9489, www.lytefoundation.org
Car wash fundraiser, by University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Hawaii, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Blazin’ Steaks parking lot, 1314 N. King St., Kalihi. $10 pre-sale, $13. 782-0605, 256-3932, 349-7688, www.MahaloUP.blogspot.com
“Hanafuda: Hawaiian Style,” Helen Nakano discusses the Japanese card game’s history and symbolism, with a chance to play for adults and youth, 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Hawaii Kai Public Library. Free. 397-5833
Lunalilo Home’s annual benefit luau, celebration of the 177th birthday of King William Charles Lunalilo with music and hula,11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 501 Kekauluohi St. $50. 395-1000, www.lunalilo.org
Ala Moana Center’s Chinese New Year “Grand Finale” celebration, with a noon appearance by the Narcissus Queen and her court at Centerstage; lion dancing and fireworks at 12:30 p.m., and 20-plus troupes spreading good luck throughout the mall; ends with an opportunity for keiki to try on lion costumes, with picture-taking. 955-9517
Jazz Peace Concert, Hawaii musicians with guests from New York and Los Angeles, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Byodo-in Temple, 47-200 Kahekili Highway, Kaneohe. $1-$3. 239-9844
‘No Name-Calling’ story time, features keiki stories that promote anti-bullying, 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, Kahala. Free. 737-3323
Honolulu Community Concert Band, performance with Japan’s Omiya Wind Symphony, 2 p.m., Pearl City High School Cultural Center, 2100 Hookiekie St. Free. www.hcband.org
“E Ala E” cultural tours, visitors “experience” life in Waialua and Haleiwa, mingling with kamaaina and enjoying music, hula, ipu-making, Hawaiian crafts and stories, 2-5 p.m. (preceding Haleiwa’s Art Walk) next to Aoki Shave Ice. Free. www.haleiwaartwalk.blogspot.com or www.ksbe.edu/nsplan.
Burns Night Dinner, Caledonian Society of Hawaii’s tribute to Robert Burns with dancing, piping, singing, whiskey and haggis, 5:30 p.m., Oahu Country Club. $80-$90. 591-9398
“Scribe & Alisa Ross,” meet-and-greet with the urban-art husband-wife duo, with live music and art, Blackbook battle (free-form art), for all ages, 6-9 p.m., In4mation, Pearlridge Center. Free. www.lightsleepers.net
“Fill These Hearts: God, Sex and the Universal Longing,” learn about the Catholic understanding of human sexuality through art, live performance and presentation, 6:30-10 p.m., Chaminade University, Mamiya Theatre, 3142 Waialae Ave. Free. filltheseheartshawaii.eventbrite.com
Documentary film screenings, showings of “I Just Love to Paddle” and “Miss South Pacific: Beauty and the Sea,” followed by question-and-answer session with the filmmakers, 7 p.m., Still & Moving Center, 1024 Queen St. $10. 397-7678, www.stillandmovingcenter.com
Eurythmy class and performance, Evelyn Anthony demonstrates the art of movement to poetry and music, accompanied by pianist Katelyn Ching, for adults and children in grades 5 and up, 7-8:30 p.m., Honolulu Waldorf School, 350 Ulua St. Free. 401-474-8017
“Griot Stories,” traditional African storytelling, sounds and melodies with Moussa Bangoura and Sekou Camara, 7:30 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio, 738 Kaheka St. $15-$25. 955-8821
Ben Vereen, performance by the entertainer-actor-humanist with a live band as a benefit for the Performing Arts programs of UH-Manoa’s Outreach College and Leeward Community College, 8 p.m., Leeward Community College Theatre. 455-0385, 956-8246. $25-$75. www.lcctheatre.hawaii.edu/vereen.html
Derek Warfield & the Young Wolfe Tones, Irish music concert, 8 p.m., The Irish Rose, 479 Ena Road, followed by Honolulu Celtic-rock band Doolin Rakes until 1:30 a.m. For ages 21 and older. $15-$20. 947-3414, www.fosphawaii.ning.com/events
SUNDAY, JAN. 29
Third annual Hawaii Cacao Festival, samples, keiki activities, booths, cacao tree sale and live music by Dayton Watanabe, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Haleiwa Farmers’ Market, free. Also, there will be shuttles departing at 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. to visit the Waialua Estate Cacao Orchard, $5. Free. 388-9696
Foster Botanical Garden tropical tour, guided walk explores trees from tropical Africa, 1-3 p.m., 50 Vineyard Blvd. Garden admission: $1-$5, free for under age 5. Reservations: 522-7064.
Kanikapila, Hawaiian music jam session for all ages, presented by Abrigo Ohana, 1-4 p.m., Bishop Museum. Free. www.abrigoohana.com
Chinese lion dance, performed by Lung Kong Physical Culture Club, families welcome to “feed” the lion for good luck, 3 p.m., Pearl City Public Library. Free. 453-6566
China Children’s Choir, performance of Chinese, American, European and Hawaiian music, 7 p.m., Kawaiaha’o Church, 957 Punchbowl St.. $20. Tickets: 951-9800. 479-3414
MONDAY, JAN. 30
Galliard String Quartet, a program of Bridge, Janacek and Dvorak, presented by Chamber Music Hawaii, 7:30 p.m., Honolulu Academy of Arts, Doris Duke Theatre. $20-$25. 489-5038, www.chambermusichawaii.com
TUESDAY, JAN. 31
Ocean awareness training sessions, learn about conservation efforts and marine science to become certified in ocean knowledge, 9 a.m.-noon, continues Tuesdays through Feb. 21, Koolau Ballrooms, 45-550 Kionaole Road; and 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 28, Coconut Island. $20. Reservations required. 397-2651, ext. 256; www.oceanawarehawaii.org
Keiki Tuesday, crafts, activities, balloons, face-painting, songs and fun with Aloha Clowns, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Pearlridge Center, Downtown Center Court. Free. 488-0981
“Ant Storytime” with Jamie, for keiki, 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, Kahala. Free. 733-3323
“The Help” movie screening, watch the PG-13 movie that was nominated for five Golden Globe awards and four Academy Awards, 6:30 p.m., Kahuku Public & School Library. Free. 293-8935
“Bringing Poetry to the Boxing Room,” poetry reading by slam poet and author Taylor Mali, followed by book-signing, 7-8:30 p.m., ‘Iolani School, Seto Hall. Free. 949-5355
THURSDAY, FEB. 2
“Native Food, Native Stories,” learn about ceremonial and social usages of awa in past and present Hawaii, led by members of Hale Mua o Kuali’i, 6-7:30 p.m., Bishop Museum. $10. 847-8296, www.bishopmuseum.org
CONTINUING
Kimono dressing for Seijin-shiki (coming-of-age) celebration, accepting reservations for 30-minute sessions Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m, University Laboratory School, Multipurpose Building. For adults, girls of all ages and boys age 5. Bring a camera. Donation. 956-8288 (leave name and number), email sakiharam001@hawaii.rr.com
Star of Honolulu whale-watch cruises, daily through April 15, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8. 983-7827, www.starofhonolulu.com
» Bird Whale Watch Cruise, 8:45-10:45 a.m. $27.77 adult, $16.69 ages 3-11.
» Premier Whale Watch Cruise, noon-2:30 p.m. $43.58 adult, $25.96 ages 3-11.
“Rock-A-Hula,” presented by Legends in Concert, featuring a tribute to Elvis Presley, hula and an all-star cast of tribute artists, in characters including Michael Jackson, Elton John and Lady Gaga, 8:15 p.m. nightly except Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Center, fourth floor. $30-$180. 629-7469, www.legendsinconcert.com
“HOT!HOT!HOT!” SOS Latest Version, 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, main showroom, Outrigger Waikiki. $45, $35 kamaaina. Reservations: 923-7469
Lani Misalucha Show, 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, through March, Magic of Polynesia Showroom, Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort, 2300 Kalakaua Ave. $55-$125. LaniInWaikiki.com
“Magic of Polynesia,” showroom act, 5 p.m. dinner, 6:30 p.m. show, Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort, 2300 Kalakaua Ave. $30-$139. Reservations: 971-4321, magicofpolynesia.com
