To Do! Sommore, Tony Orlando, Lisa Loeb

(Courtesy Sommore)

SATURDAY, JULY 5

Stand-up comedians Sommore, one of the “Queens of Comedy,” and Bruce Bruce headline Capone’s Comedy Smash III at Blaisdell Concert Hall.

8 p.m. / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $45-$100 / ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849

(Courtesy Tony Orlando)

SUNDAY, JULY 6

“Knock Three Times” if you love Tony Orlando! The singer, best known as a member of the popular 1970s trio Tony Orlando and Dawn, makes his return to the islands with a show at the Blaisdell.

7:30 p.m. / Blaisdell Concert Hall / $55, $65, $75 / ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849

(Associated Press)

THURSDAY, JULY 10

With her signature cat-eye glasses and hit songs like “Stay (I Missed You)” and “I Do,” Lisa Loeb was an icon of the 1990s “Reality Bites” era. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter comes to Honolulu as part of Doris Duke Theatre’s summer concert series.

7:30 p.m. / Doris Duke Theatre / $40-45 / honolulumuseum.org, 532-8768

(Courtesy Warner Music Japan)

SUNDAY, JULY 20

Japanese sensation Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, the Queen of Kawaii, brings her colorful, happy, over-the-top Harajuku style to the Waikiki Shell. Tickets go on sale Friday at 9 a.m. at the Blaisdell box office and all Ticketmaster outlets.

5 p.m. / Waikiki Shell / $30, $60, $75 / ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849

(Courtesy Shaggy)

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, JULY 25-26

The MayJah RayJah returns with headliners Shaggy (Mr. Boombastic himself), pictured, and JBoog. Other acts in the jam-packed Hawaiian/reggae festival include Common Kings, Rebel Souljahz and Anuhea.

4 p.m. / Waikiki Shell / $29-$120 / ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849

TICKER

» Making its Hawaii debut, indie folk-rock band The Head and the Heart rocks The Republik on Wednesday, July 30 at 8 p.m.; $25; flavorus.com, 855-235-2867

» The Hawaii Tattoo Expo is set for Friday-Sunday, Aug.1-3 at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall; tickets on sale Tuesday, July 1, $20, $51.50 for all three days; hawaiitattooexpo.com

Stage: ‘Koi, Like the Fish,’ ‘Alice in Chinatown’

CLOSING THIS WEEK

“For the Sake of the Public Health”: Hawaiian Mission Houses’ Cemetery Pupu Theatre pre­sents a new installment of its popular graveside series, this time about those buried in Oahu Cemetery who played a key role in Hono­lulu public health in the 19th and early 20th centuries, 6 p.m. Friday-Saturday (gates open 5 p.m. for pupu), Oahu Cemetery. $45 (includes pupu and two drinks). http://missionhouses.org, 447-3926

“Iconology”: Pas de Deux dance students salute music icons through ballet, jazz, hip-hop, break dancing, hula, Tahitian and other dance styles, with cameos by professional dance companies Balance Forward and Dance Couture; 8 p.m. Friday and 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Leeward Theatre. $15-$25. http://showtix4u.com, http://pasdedeuxhawaii.com

“Koi, Like the Fish”: A young family moves in to care for an ailing uncle and takes on more than they bargained for in this family drama by Keali‘i­wa­­hine Hoko­­­ana examining the struggles of relatives living together, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Kumu Kahua Theatre. $5-$20. 536-4441, http://kumukahua.org

“Alice in Chinatown: Through the Looking Glass”: Honolulu burlesque troupe Cherry Blossom Cabaret pre­sents a local and sexy twist on the Lewis Carroll tale, taking Alice on a White Rabbit chase across a chessboard of Hono­lulu hot spots that involves aerial dance, music, comedy and sword fighting; 8 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. Sunday at The ARTS at Marks Garage. $20-$25. Ages 18+. http://eventbrite.com, http://cherryblossom808.com

“Wrestling Ernest Hemingway”: TV personalities Joe Moore and Pat Sajak star in their adaptation of Steve Conrad’s 1993 Warner Bros. dramatic comedy about two retirees who become unlikely friends, also featuring Broadway’s Loretta Ables Sayre; 7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, Hawaii Theatre. $32-$37; $72 VIP package. 528-0506, http://hawaii­theatre.com

NOW PLAYING

IONA’s “The Living Earth”: The contemporary dance theater pre­sents online its 2009 production about the planet’s struggles, weaving spirituality with theatrics and dance. The second E Season offering unveils a new five-minute video segment of “The Living Earth” Friday through Monday at http://iona360.com/eseason.

COMING UP

“Smokey Joe’s Cafe”: Broadway’s Tony-nominated jukebox musical paying homage to legendary top-40 songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, whose hits include “Hound Dog,” “Stand by Me” and “Love Potion No. 9,” July 3-20, Manoa Valley Theatre. $20-$35. 988-6131, http://manoavalley­theatre.com

“4 Love … Live 4”: Pulse Productions/24-VII Danceforce’s 48th concert and the fourth live-music show features Broadway veteran Mahi‘ai Kekumu, Na Hoku-winning songstress Starr Kalahiki and all five of the Windward triple-threat Anguay sisters (Jade, Zoey, Jewl, Jana and Tori), July 5-6, Paliku Theatre. $20-$35. http://247dance.org

“Resistance!”: The Actors’ Group premieres in Hawaii Richard C. Goodman’s historical drama about William Parker, a former slave who challenged the Fugitive Slave Act in 19th-century Pennsylvania, July 11-Aug. 3, Brad Powell Theatre. $12-$20. 722-6941, http://taghawaii.net

“Peter Pan”: Hawaii Education of the Arts youths present J.M. Barrie’s classic story of the boy who never grew up and his magical adventures, July 18-26, Paliku Theatre. $10-$20. 387-4355, http://showtix4u.com, http://heartshawaii.org

“Spamalot”: The Tony-winning musical comedy “lovingly ripped off from” the 1975 film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” including spoofs of well-known Broadway musicals, July 18-Aug. 3. $15-$35. http://diamondheadtheatre.com, 733-0274

Kala-Bash: Kumu Kahua Theatre’s annual gala fundraiser July 19 features food, bar, entertainment, silent auction and tribute to founding member Dennis Carroll. $50. 536-4441, http://kumukahua.org

“Flowers of Hawaii”: Lee Cata­luna’s collection of revealing vignettes about Hawaii family relationships returns July 24-Aug. 3 to Kumu Kahua Theatre. $5-$30. 536-4441, http://kumukahua.org

“Hairspray”: Ohana Arts Summer Festival and School youths present the musical about a teenage girl determined to break down barriers of body image and racism, July 24-26, Mamiya Theatre. $10-$15. http://showtix4u.com

“Peter Pan”: Ballet presented by Ballet Hawaii, Aug. 8-10, Blaisdell Concert Hall. $35-$99; http://ticketmaster.com, 866-448-7849

AUDITIONS

“The Addams Family”: Manoa Valley Theatre and guest director Hannah Schauer Galli hold auditions 7 p.m. July 7-8 for a September-October production. More information: 988-6131, http://manoavalley­theatre.com

2014-15 Hawaii Theatre Young Actors Ensemble: Hawaii Theatre Center auditions 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, July 21 and Aug. 4 for its pre-professional acting program open to all Oahu high school students. Interviews also being scheduled for the Technical Theatre Apprenticeship program for teens ages 13-19 and the Intermediate Ensembles for middle school students age 10-12. Registration and more information: 791-1397, edenlee­murray@hawaii-theatre.com

“Peter Pan”: Diamond in the Rough Productions seeks men, women and children for a fall production of the Disney musical. Auditions 7:30 p.m. Aug. 15 and 5:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at Applause! Performance Academy in Wahiawa. Prepare to sing, dance and act; bring sheet music in your key or a karaoke (music minus one) track and perform 16 to 24 bars of a Broadway or Disney song that best shows off your voice. 622-1272, http://applauseperformanceacademy.com

Na Leo Lani Chorus: A cappella singers also known as the Sweet Adelines welcome fellow female singers who enjoy four-part barbershop harmony. Rehearsals 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Saint Francis School, Manoa. 429-9901, 839-3443, http://sweetadelines­hawaii.org

Hawai‘i Vocal Arts Ensemble: Seeking experienced singers with good tone and music-reading skills. Appointments: email maestrotim1@gmail.com. http://hawaiivocalarts.org

Honolulu Boy Choir: Auditions for boys age 7-12 by appointment. No experience needed; membership is free. 596-7464, info@honoluluboychoir.org
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Movies: ‘Transformers: Age of Extinction’, ‘Ilo Ilo’

Optimus Prime returns to the big screen with new friends in “Transformers: Age of Extinction.” (Courtesy Paramount Pictures)

Wide-release film synopses from the Los Angeles Times.

OPENS FRIDAY, JUNE 27

‘Ilo Ilo’
A 10-year-old Singaporean boy forges a bond with his Filipino caretaker while his parents try to stay afloat during the 1997 Asian financial crisis. With Koh Jia Ler, Yeo Yann Yann and Chen Tian. Written by and directed by Anthony Chen. In English, Chinese and Tagalog, with English subtitles. (NR, 1:39) At Kahala 8 and Pearlridge West 16

Jenny Slate portrays an aspiring comic whose life changes after meeting a new suitor in “Obvious Child.” (Courtesy A24 Films)

‘Obvious Child’
A 20-something aspiring female comic (Jenny Slate) grapples with an uncertain financial future, an unwanted pregnancy and a surprising new suitor (Jake Lacy). With Gabby Hoffman. Written and directed by Gillian Robespierre. (R, 1:23) At Kahala 8

‘Transformers: Age of Extinction’ Not reviewed
Three years after an epic battle forced the shape-shifting robots known as Transformers into hiding, a garage inventor (Mark Wahlberg) makes a startling discovery and gets caught up in a battle for the fate of Earth. With Stanley Tucci, Kelsey Grammer and Sophia Miles. Directed by Michael Bay. In 3-D and Imax. (PG-13, 2:45)

A Singaporean boy bonds with his Filipino caretaker in Anthony Chen’s “Ilo Ilo.” (Courtesy Film Movement)

NOW PLAYING

’22 Jump Street’
Having conducted a successful narcotics operation posing as high school students, two undercover cops (Jonah Hill, Channing Tatum) try to crack a new case at the local college. With Peter Stormare. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. (R, 1:51)

‘A Million Ways to Die in the West’
A cowardly farmer (Seth MacFarlane) backs out of a gunfight and loses his fickle girlfriend (Amanda Seyfried), only to fall for a beautiful new woman (Charlize Theron) who helps him find his courage but also has some baggage in the form of an outlaw husband (Liam Neeson). With Giovanni Ribisi and Sarah Silverman. Written by MacFarlane, Alec Sulkin and Wellesley Wild. Directed by MacFarlane. (R, 1:56) At Dole Cannery Stadium

‘Alone Yet Not Alone’
Faith-based film about two sisters in a German family fleeing religious persecution with a stake in the “New World,” Barbara and Regina Leininger, who held tight to their Christian beliefs after being captured by the Delaware tribe during the French and Indian war of 1755. Based on a nonfiction story written by Tracy Leininger Craven. (PG-13, 1:43) At Dole Cannery Stadium

‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2′
The wall-crawling superhero Spider-Man (Andrew Garfield) tries to balance his ordinary life as Peter Parker with his extraordinary responsibilities while confronting powerful new enemies. With Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx and Dane DeHaan. Directed by Marc Webb. In 3-D and Imax. (PG-13, 2:22) At Water Gardens Keolu 4

‘Belle’
A biographical drama about Dido Elizabeth Belle (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), the mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy admiral, as she navigates 18th-century British high society. With Tom Wilkinson, Emily Watson and Sarah Gadon. Written by Misan Sagay. Directed by Amma Asante. (PG-13, 1:45) At Koko Marina

‘Blended’
After a disastrous blind date, two single parents (Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore) hope to never see each other again but end up stuck on the same family vacation with their respective children. With Kevin Nealon and Terry Crews. Written by Ivan Menchell and Clare Sera. Directed by Frank Coraci. (PG-13, 1:57) At Water Gardens Keolu 4 and Pearl Highlands Stadium 12

‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’
While still adjusting to the modern world, superhero Captain America (Chris Evans) returns to action alongside Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) and a new ally, the Falcon (Anthony Mackie), to thwart a conspiracy orchestrated by a formidable new enemy, the Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). Directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo. (PG-13, 2:16) At Water Gardens Keolu 4

‘Chef’
Having quit his job at a prominent restaurant over refusing to compromise his creative integrity, a chef teams with his co-worker and son to start a food truck. With Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara and John Leguizamo. Written and directed by Favreau. (Not rated, 1:55) At Dole Cannery Stadium and Kahala 8

Emily Blunt fights an alien invasion in “Edge of Tomorrow.” (Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures)

‘Edge of Tomorrow’
During an alien invasion in the near future, an inexperienced soldier (Tom Cruise) is dropped into battle and promptly killed, only to wake up in a time loop and relive the battle over and over again, inching closer to victory each time. With Emily Blunt, Bill Paxton and Brendan Gleeson. Directed by Doug Liman. In 3-D and Imax. (PG-13, 1:53)

‘The Fault in Our Stars’
Two teenagers (Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort) meet and fall in love at a cancer support group in this adaptation of the novel by John Green. With Laura Dern and Sam Trammell. Directed by Josh Boone. (PG-13, 2:05)

‘Godzilla’
The titanic monster rises to restore balance to the natural order as humanity stands defenseless in this reboot of the famous kaiju franchise. With Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston and Juliette Binoche. Written by Max Borenstein. Directed by Gareth Edwards. In 3-D and Imax. (PG-13, 2:03) At Water Gardens Keolu 4 and Ward Stadium

‘Heaven Is for Real’
A boy (Connor Corum) has a near-death experience and tells his astonished parents (Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly) that he has visited heaven. (PG, 1:50) At Water Gardens Keolu 4

Toothless and Hiccup battle for survival in “How to Train Your Dragon 2.” (Courtesy Dreamworks Pictures)

‘How to Train Your Dragon 2′
A young Viking and his faithful dragon must protect both their kind from a power-hungry conqueror in this sequel to the 2010 animated film. With the voices of Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Kit Harington and Cate Blanchett. Written and directed by Dean DeBlois. In 3-D. (PG, 1:45)

John Lloyd Young portrays Frankie Valli in director Clint Eastwood’s “Jersey Boys.” (Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures)

‘Jersey Boys’
Four young men (John Lloyd Young, Erich Bergen, Michael Lomenda and Vincent Piazza) from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey come together to form the ’60s rock group the Four Seasons in this adaptation of the Tony-winning musical. Directed by Clint Eastwood. (R, 2:14)

‘Maleficent’
A retelling of the classic “Sleeping Beauty” tale from the perspective of the villainess Maleficent, who suffered a betrayal that turned her once-pure heart to stone. With Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning and Sam Riley. Written by Linda Woolverton. Directed by Robert Stromberg. In 3-D and Imax. (PG, 1:37)

‘Maybe This Time’
Sarah Geronimo and Coco Martin team up for a story about giving love a second chance. According to Star Cinema, the film earned more than $450,000 on its opening day in the Philippines. In Filipino with English subtitles. At Pearlridge West and Kapolei 16

‘Million Dollar Arm’
In a last-ditch effort to save his career, a sports agent (Jon Hamm) travels to India to find a young cricket player he can turn into baseball’s next great pitching ace. With Suraj Sharma, Dinesh Patel, Alan Arkin, Lake Bell, Aasif Mandvi and Bill Paxton. (PG, 2:00) At Dole Cannery Stadium and Water Gardens Keolu 4

‘Night Moves’
Three radical environmentalists plot to blow up a hydroelectric dam. With Jesse Eisenberg, Dakota Fanning and Peter Sarsgaard. Written by Jonathan Raymond and Kelly Reichardt. Directed by Reichardt. (R, 1:52) At Kahala 8

‘No Tears for the Dead’
A cold-blooded hitman (Jang Dong-gun) is stricken by guilt after killing a young girl. He’s then tasked with taking out her mother (Kim Min-hee), but instead, he falls in love. With Brian Tee. Written and directed by Lee Jeong-Beom. In Korean with English subtitles. (NR,1:56) At Pearlridge West

‘Rio 2′
Traveling from Rio de Janeiro to the Amazon rain forest, a family of birds gets acquainted with the wild in this animated sequel to the 2011 film “Rio.” With the voices of Anne Hathaway, Jesse Eisenberg, Jemaine Clement and Tracy Morgan. (G, 1:41) At Water Gardens Keolu 4

‘The Rover’
Ten years after society has collapsed, a hardened loner has his car stolen by a gang of thieves and will go to any lengths to recover it. With Guy Pearce, Robert Pattinson and David Field. Written and directed by David Michod. (R, 1:42) At Kahala 8

‘Think Like a Man Too’
A group of couples gathers for a wedding in Las Vegas, but their plans for a romantic weekend go awry in this sequel to the 2012 movie “Think Like a Man.” With Michael Ealy, Kevin Hart, Meagan Good and Taraji P. Henson. Directed by Tim Story. (PG-13, 1:45)

‘X-Men: Days of Future Past’
The mutant superheroes known as the X-Men join forces with their younger selves from the past to change a major historic event in hopes of saving the future. With Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender and Jennifer Lawrence. Written by Simon Kinberg. Directed by Bryan Singer. In 3-D. (PG-13, 2:10)

Bolivar Trask (Peter Dinklage) develops technology that will cause chaos in the future for mutants in “X-Men: Days of Future Past.” (Courtesy 20th Century Fox)

SPECIAL

National Theatre Live: ‘A Small Family Business’
Olivier Award-winning playwright Alan Ayckbourn’s riotous tale of entrepreneurial greed. It won the Evening Standard Award for best play when it premiered in 1987. 7 p.m. Tuesday at Kahala 8, $20

ARTHOUSE

DORIS DUKE THEATRE

Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St.
(808) 532-8768
honolulumuseum.org
$10, $8 members

‘The Galapagos Affair: Satan Came to Eden’
Directed by Dayna Goldfine and Dan Geller, this documentary portrait of a 1930s murder mystery is about a Berlin doctor and his mistress who escape conventional society by fleeing to an uninhabited island, earning them the nickname of “the Galapagos’ Adam and Eve.” Others flocked to the new community, but some people disappeared, arousing suspicions of murder. (2013, 2 hours)
1 p.m. Friday

Opera on Screen: ‘The Tales of Hoffman from the Opera de Paris’
Performance of Jacques Offenbach’s tale about a man’s desire for a parade of beautiful, unattainable women. Captured live in September 2012. (3:40)
1 p.m. Sunday and Tuesday, $20, $18 for members

‘Visitors’
In this fourth collaboration between Godfrey Reggio and composer Philip Glass, this film, presented by Steven Soderbergh and comprising only 74 shots, reveals humanity’s hypnotic relationship with technology. (2013, 1:27)
7:30 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday; and 1 p.m. Thursday

‘Koyaanisqatsi: Life Out of Balance’
Godfrey Reggio’s debut as film director and producer resulted in this cult classic that provides an apocalyptic vision of two worlds, pitting urban life and technology against the environment. (1982, 1:26)
7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, and 1 p.m. Wednesday

A single woman (Alice Taglioni) obsessed with Woody Allen is set up with two suitors, including Patrick Bruel, in “Paris-Manhattan.” (Courtesy Palace Films)

MOVIE MUSEUM

3566 Harding Ave.
(808) 735-8771
$5, $4 members

‘Paris-Manhattan’
A single Parisian pharmacist who adores Woody Allen, even so far as to give out Allen DVDs to her customers as a cure-all, is set up on dates with two different men by perplexed family members who hope romantic sparks ignite between them. For ages 12 and older. In French with English subtitles. (2012, France, 1:17)
Noon, 3:30 and 7 p.m. Friday; and 2, 5:30 and 9 p.m. Sunday

‘Partition’
A romantic drama about a Sikh soldier who rescues a beautiful Muslim woman from fellow Sikhs. With Jimi Mistry, Kristin Kreuk, Neve Campbell and Irfan Khan. Rated R. (2007, Canada/South Africa/U.K., 1:56)
1:30, 5 and 8:30 p.m. Friday

‘Rob the Mob’
An Italian-American comedy about a young couple in the 1990s, broke and madly in love, with a plan to rob the Mafia to improve their financial situation. With Michael Pitt, Nina Arianda, Andy Garcia and Ray Romano. Rated R. (2014, 1:44)
Noon, 4 and 8 p.m. Saturday and Monday

‘The Bachelor’ (‘Mio caro dottor Grasler’)
Adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler’s novel about a lifelong bachelor who searches for love after his sister commits suicide. With Keith Carradine, Miranda Richardson, Kristin Scott Thomas and Sarah-Jane Fenton. Rated PG-13. Winner of the Best Cinematography David di Donatello Award. (1990, Italy/Hungary, 1:45)
2 and 6 p.m. Saturday

‘The Jewel’ (‘Il gioiellino’)
Inspired by the 2003 collapse of Italian dairy giant Parmalat, this comedy/corporate thriller is about a financially pressured agribusiness owner with a chief financial officer who enlists “creative bookkeeping” to keep them afloat; but what happens when the easy money source begins to dry up? In Italian with English subtitles. For ages 15 and older. (2011, Italy/France, 1:50)
Noon, 3:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday; and 2 and 6 p.m. Monday

‘Skylab’
In July 1979, when Skylab is scheduled to fall out of the sky, an 11-year-old girl travels to Brittany to celebrate her grandmother’s birthday. Although her family is not concerned about Skylab, she believes they are doomed. In French with English subtitles. (2011, France, 1:54)
Noon, 3:45 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday

‘George Washington’
Beautiful drama about a group of children dealing with a tragic accident in a small and already depressed American town. (2000, 1:29)
2 and 5:45 p.m. Thursday

KIDS FIRST! FILM FESTIVAL

3 p.m. Sunday, UH-Manoa, Art Auditorium, free, 956-9883, goo.gl/XaONyc. For ages 2 to 6.

» ‘Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party’
Comical adventures of a lovable pig who enjoys playings games, visiting exciting places, making new friends and jumping into muddy puddles. Consists of four episodes that run 5 minutes each.

» ‘Poppy Cat: Birthday Treasure and Other Adventures’
Go on an adventure with Poppy Cat and her colorful friends as they explore “fantastical lands.” Based on Lara Jones’ award-winning “Poppy Cat” books and from the creators of “Olivia” and “Mr. Men and Little Miss.” Consists of three episodes that run 11 minutes each.

CEMETERY PUPU THEATRE

6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oahu Cemetery, 2162 Nuuanu Ave., gates open 5 p.m., 447-3926, missionhouses.org, $45 (includes two drinks and pupu)

‘For the Sake of the Public Health’
The letters and lives of prominent local residents are brought to life in scripts written by actor-playwright Zachary Thomas, with local actors portraying stories that focus on public health in the 19th and early 20th centuries in Honolulu. Presented by Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives.

Music: Rolando Sanchez, Kapena, the deadbeats

Live music and lounge acts, one-night-only and continuing gigs. Free admission unless noted.

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Typical Hawaiians: Island. 4-7 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

Mango Season:Island soul jazz. 6-9 p.m. at Paradise Lounge, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Joshua Kaye, Scott Villager and Steve Jones: Jazz. 6:30-9 p.m. at the Plaza Club, $10 cover, 521-8905

Tony Conjugacion, Starr Kalahiki and Alvin Okami: Jazz/pop/show tunes. 7:30 p.m. at Atherton Performing Arts Studio, $20-$35, 955-8821, http://hprtickets.org

Dana Land and Tommy James: Jazz. 8-11 p.m. at Medici’s, Manoa Marketplace, $10-$15, 779-5363

Retro 5-0: Island funk. 8-11:30 p.m. at Gordon Biersch, 599-4877

Saloon Pilots: Bluegrass. 9 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge, 533-2328

Ron Artis II with Family and Friends: Jazz/blues/ soul/folk/reggae. 9 p.m. at Surfer, The Bar, Turtle Bay Resort, $5 cover, 293-6000

Mango Season Trio: Island soul jazz. 9-11:30 p.m. at 53 By The Sea, 536-5353

Ethereal Monkey and guests: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Anna O’Brien’s, $5 cover, 946-5190

Hooligan’s Harp: Irish punk. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Freesound: Rockin’ reggae. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kemoo Farms Lakeside Lanai, Wahiawa, $5 cover, 621-1835

Soul Pilot with Rachel Gonzales: Funk/rock/jazz. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Monterey Bay Canners, 483-3555

Paradise XS: Rock. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

DivaLounge with the Dragonfly Band: Jazz. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at Jazz Minds Art & Cafe, $7 cover, 945-0800

Ka‘ala Boys: Hawaiian. 9:30 p.m.-midnight at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Kapena: Island/Hawaiian. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

Sani and Friends: Contemporary. 10 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

Royal Hawaiian Band: Noon at Windward Mall, 922-5331

Kupaoa: Hawaiian. 1-2 p.m. at Windward Mall Center Court, 235-1143

Simple Session: Island/ Hawaiian. 4-6 p.m. at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Jon Akapo: Reggae. 4-7 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

Kaimana Ceili: Irish. 5-8 p.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Darren Porlas Duo: Contemporary. 6-9 p.m. at Paradise Lounge, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

ManoaDNA: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Bruddahz Kanikapila Band: Hawaiian/variety. 7-9 p.m. at Town Center of Mililani, 625-0108

Tommy James, Ernie Provencher and Darryl Pellegrini: Jazz. 7-9:30 p.m. at Mezz 127, $10 cover, 312-1582

Paul Shimomoto and Hawaiian Jazz Ensemble: 7:30 p.m. at the Grove, Royal Hawaiian Center, 922-2299

Sani and Friends: Contemporary. 7:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Hawaii Pops Orchestra with Anita Hall and Steve Moretti: 8 p.m. at Hawaii Convention Center Ballroom, $35-$75, 550-8457, http://hawaiipops.com

Spicy Tuna: Flashback rock. 8-11:30 p.m. at Gordon Biersch, 599-4877

Edje: ‘80s rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Anna O’Brien’s, $6 cover, 946-5190

Paradise XS: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Soul Pilot with Rachel Gonzales: Funk/rock/jazz. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Monterey Bay Canners, 483-3555

Doolin Rakes: Irish rock. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

the deadbeats: Hip-hop. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at Jazz Minds Art & Cafe, $7 cover, 945-0800

Chris Murphy Duo: Contemporary. 9:30 p.m.-midnight at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Roots Odyssey: Reggae. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

Son Caribe: Latin. 2:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Royal Hawaiian Band: 3 p.m. at Ala Moana Centerstage, 922-5331

New Jersey Youth Chorus: 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Andrew, 524-2822, ext. 217

Tony Conjugacion, Starr Kalahiki and Alvin Okami: Jazz/pop/show tunes. 4 p.m. at Atherton Performing Arts Studio, $20-$35, 955-8821, http://hprtickets.org

Simple Session: Island/ Hawaiian. 4-7 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

Hoku Zuttermeister: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Rolando Sanchez & Salsa Hawaii, the Brown Sound Orchestra and special guests: Latin. 7-10 p.m. at Crossroads at Hawaiian Brian’s, $10 cover, free CD to first 100 guests, 946-1343

John Cannizzaro: Americana. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

Kamuela Kahoano: Hawaiian. 9:30 p.m.-midnight at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

MONDAY, JUNE 30

Christian: Contemporary. 4-7 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

Sean Na‘auao: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Jazz Mondays: Andy Suzuki, Jeff Richman, Dean Taba and Robert Shinoda: 7:30-10 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

John Cannizzaro: Americana. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

The Yoza Project: Acoustic R&B/soul. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Mai Tai Bar, 947-2900

TUESDAY, JULY 1

Royal Hawaiian Band: 2-2:45 p.m. at Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 922-5331

Lord Sufferer: Acoustic punk/rocksteady/’60s soul/reggae. 8 p.m.-midnight at Anna O’Brien’s, 946-5190

The B Side: Rock. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2

Royal Hawaiian Band: 1:30-2:15 p.m. 4th of July Concert at Waikiki Community Center, 922-5331

Jason Owens: Celtic. 5-8 p.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Wildest Show in Town: Holunape: Hawaiian. 6-7 p.m. at Honolulu Zoo, $3, 926-3191, http://honoluluzoo.org

Adam and Keith: Acoustic blues/rock. 9-11 p.m at Hard Rock Cafe, 955-7383

John Cannizzaro: Americana. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

THURSDAY, JULY 3

Royal Hawaiian Band: 1-2:15 p.m. at the Grove, Royal Hawaiian Center, 922-5331

Fourth of July Celebration: Eric Lee: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 4 p.m. at Ala Moana Centerstage, 955-9517, http://alamoanacenter.com

Fourth of July Celebration: Duncan Kamakana: Contemporary. 5 p.m. at Ala Moana Centerstage, 955-9517, http://alamoanacenter.com

Fourth of July Celebration: Kuana Torres Kahele: Contemporary/Hawaiian. 6 p.m. at Ala Moana Centerstage, 955-9517, http://alamoanacenter.com

Mike Love Duo: Reggae/ folk/rock. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at O’Toole’s Irish Pub, 536-4138

ONGOING

FRIDAYS

Royal Hawaiian Band: Noon-1 p.m. at Iolani Palace, 922-5331

Eric Lee: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Brad Kawakami: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Piranha Brothers: Rock. 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Maunalua: Hawaiian. 4-6 p.m. at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Kaleo Del Sol Duo: Contemporary. 5-7 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

John Cannizzaro: Americana. 5-8 p.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Johnna Padeken Parel: Guitar. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Art Kalahiki: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Barefoot Beach Cafe, 924-2233

Sunset Serenaders: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Ku‘uipo Kumukahi & The Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame Serenaders: 6-7 p.m. at the Grove, Royal Hawaiian Center, 922-2299

20 Degrees North: Contemporary. 6-8 p.m. at Cafe Julia at YWCA, 1040 Richards St., 533-3334

Kaimana Band Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Mark Yim’s Pilikia I: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Ko‘olau Serenaders: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Honey’s, Koolau Golf Club, 236-4653

Kaukahi: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Mango Jam: Contemporary/ jazz. 6-10 p.m. at Chuck’s Cellar, 923-4488

De Lima Ohana Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Scott Smith: Jazz/swing. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Bin 1901 wine bar, Moana Surfrider,
922-3111

Brian Robertshaw: Contemporary. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Roy’s Restaurant, 396-7697

Vaihi: Contemporary. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Ellsworth Simeona Duo: Hawaiian/contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

David Swanson: Contemporary/jazz. 7:30-11 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

Nohelani Cypriano: Contemporary/Hawaiian. 8-10:30 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Olomana: Hawaiian. 8-11 p.m. at Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Dayton Watanabe: Contemporary. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Johnny Helm Duo: Contemporary. 8:30-11:30 p.m. at Cheesecake Factory, 924-5001

Maggie Herron & Rocky Holmes: Jazz. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Master of OZ: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Mark Yim’s Pilikia II: Hawaiian. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

SATURDAYS

Keanu Boom Kanani Band: Hawaiian. 8 a.m.-noon at Kakaako Farmers Market, Ward Warehouse, parking lot along Auahi Street, 388-9696

Brad Kawakami: Contemporary. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

John Valentine: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Henry Kapono: Contemporary. 4-6 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Johnny Helm: Contemporary. 5 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

20 Degrees North: Acoustic rock. 5-7 p.m at Hard Rock Cafe, 955-7383

Tavana McMoore: Acoustic/ blues/rock/roots. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Keoni Ku Duo: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Tim Rose: Acoustic. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hang Ten Bar & Grill, Turtle Bay Resort, 293-6000

Sunset Serenaders: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Kaimana Band Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

The Cellar Catz: Contemporary/pop. 6-10 p.m. at Chuck’s Cellar, 923-4488

Tino Jacob Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Juke Joint: Rock. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Scott Smith: Jazz/swing. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Bin 1901 wine bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Jimmy Funai: Jazzy guitar. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Roy’s Hawaii Kai, 396-7697
Steve Martinucci Duo: Jazz/bossa/samba. 7-9 p.m. at Soul de Cuba Cafe, 545-2822

Eric Lee: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

David Swanson: Contemporary/jazz. 7:30-11 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

Olomana: Hawaiian. 8-11 p.m. at Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Tito Berinobis & Billy Beimes: Hawaiian/contemporary. 8 p.m.-midnight at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Keoni Ku: Hawaiian. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Dennis McClees Duo: Contemporary. 8:30-11:30 p.m. at Cheesecake Factory, 924-5001

Maggie Herron & Rocky Holmes: Jazz. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Elephant: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Ellsworth Simeona: Contemporary. 10 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Open Mic Night with Randy Allen and guest: 10 p.m.-1 a.m. at Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar, 931-6286

SUNDAYS

Pu‘uhonua Duo: Hawaiian. Noon at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Jeremy Cheng: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Piranha Brothers: Rock. 2-5 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Eric Lee: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 3-5:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Mike Kaawa: Hawaiian. 3:30-7 p.m. at Honey’s, Koolau Golf Club, 236-4653

Henry Kapono: Contemporary. 4-6 p.m. at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Jeff Apaka and the Hawaiian Village Serenaders: 5-7 p.m. at Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Duncan Osorio: Contemporary. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Ho‘okani Duo: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Jherard Miller Duo: Hawaiian/Island contemporary/pop. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Lobby Bar, Turtle Bay Resort, 293-6000

Pa‘ahana: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Beach 3: Island. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Vaihi: Contemporary. 6 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

20 Degrees North: Contemporary. 6-8 p.m. at Nico’s Pier 38, 540-1377

Kaimana Band Trio: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Dean & Dean: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Les Loo: Contemporary. 6-10 p.m. at Chuck’s Cellar, 923-4488

Ellsworth Simeona Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Hawaiian Time Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, Royal Hawaiian, 923-7311

Johnny Valentine: Contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Acoustik Playground: Contemporary. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Chris Murphy Duo: Contemporary. 8-11 p.m. at Cheesecake Factory, 924-5001

Widdy Loo: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Noly Pa‘a: Classical/light jazz. 8:30 p.m.-midnight at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Ellsworth Simeona: Contemporary. 9 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Hooligan’s Harp: Irish punk. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Master of OZ: Rock. 9 p.m.-3:30 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

MONDAYS

Jeremy Cheng: Contemporary. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Randy Allen Ubaldo: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Beyond Country: Country/island. 4-6 p.m. at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

Jeremy Cheng: Contemporary. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Pu‘uhonua Duo: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Art Kalahiki & Gordon Freitas: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hang Ten Bar & Grill, Turtle Bay Resort, 293-6000

De Lima Ohana: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Acoustik Playground: Contemporary. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Tropics Bar & Grill, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Aha Aina Luau Show: Hawaiian. 6 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, Royal Hawaiian, 923-7311

Kapu ­– the Band: Contemporary. 6 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Ho‘okani Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Open Mic Night with GJ: 6-9 p.m. at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand, 923-0669

Coyne Street: Hawaiian. 6-10 p.m. at Chuck’s Cellar, 923-4488

Ka‘ala Boys Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Little Albert Maligmat: Contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Jon Basebase: Contemporary. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Tapa Bar, Hilton Hawaiian Village, 949-4321

Christian Yrizarry Duo: Hawaiian. 8-11 p.m. at Cheesecake Factory, 924-5001

Tito Berinobis & David Kauahikaua: Hawaiian/contemporary. 8 p.m.-midnight at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Keoni Ku: Hawaiian. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Noly Pa‘a: Classical/light jazz. 8:30 p.m.-midnight at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Jason Alan and Ian O’Sullivan: Contemporary. 9 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Dux Deluxe: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Master of OZ: Rock. 9 p.m.-3:30 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Project Monday: Jazz fusion/funk. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at Jazz Minds Art & Cafe, $5 cover, 945-0800

Ellsworth Simeona: Contemporary. 9:30 p.m.-midnight at Duke’s Waikiki, 922-2268

TUESDAYS

Ellsworth Simeona: Contemporary. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Kelly Villaverde: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Randy Allen Ubaldo: Contemporary. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Ka‘ala Boys Duo: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

K.B. Riley: Funk/pop/ Hawaiian 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Christian Yrizarry: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hang Ten Bar & Grill, Turtle Bay Resort, 293-6000

Greg Sardinha Trio: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

De Lima Ohana Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Weldon Kekauoha: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Ho‘okani Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

The Camarillo Brothers: Hawaiian. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Scott Smith: Jazz/swing. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Bin 1901 wine bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Kapala Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, Royal Hawaiian, 923-7311

Elliott Hirai: Contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

David Swanson: Contemporary/jazz. 7:30-11 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

Art Kalahiki & Gordon Freitas: Hawaiian. 8-11 p.m. at Cheesecake Factory, 924-5001

Tino Jacob: Hawaiian. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Maggie Herron & Rocky Holmes: Jazz. 8:30 p.m.-midnight at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Sani and Friends: Contemporary. 9 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Dux Deluxe: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Master of OZ: Rock. 9 p.m.-3:30 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

WEDNESDAYS

Jeremy Cheng: Contemporary. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Albert Maligmat: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Kamuela Kahoano: Hawaiian. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Canoes 4 Rent: Contemporary. 5:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

De Lima Ohana: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Pa‘ahana: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Nando Suan & Mike Barques: Jazz. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Nico’s Pier 38, 540-1377

Pu‘uhonua Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Tito Berinobis & David Kauahikaua: Hawaiian/contemporary. 6-9 p.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Cyril Pahinui: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Mango Season Duo: Island soul jazz. 6-9 p.m. at LuLu’s Waikiki, 926-5222

Danny He‘e: Hawaiian. 6:30 p.m. at Ground Floor, 727 Richards St., 538-6012

Señor Daniel Dickey: Latin. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Mexico Restaurant, 845-9059

Keoni Ku Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Scott Smith: Jazz/swing. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Bin 1901 wine bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Eric Lee Duo: Contemporary/Hawaiian. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, Royal Hawaiian, 923-7311

Page 5: Soul jazz. 7-9:30 p.m. at the Dragon Upstairs, 526-1411

Johnny Valentine: Contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Kevin Coleman and the Flat Five: Blues. 7:30-10 p.m. at OnStage Drinks & Grinds, 738-0004

Harold Kama Jr.: Reggae/ contemporary/Hawaiian. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Five-O Bar & Lounge, 922-0550

David Swanson: Contemporary/jazz. 7:30-11 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

Elliott Hirai: Contemporary. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Maggie Herron & Rocky Holmes: Jazz. 8:30 p.m.-midnight at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Johnny Helm: Contemporary. 9 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Paradise XS: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Doolin Rakes: Irish rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

THURSDAYS

John Valentine: Contemporary. 12:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Ellsworth Simeona: Contemporary. 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Sean Cleland: Rock/soul/ blues/pop. 5-7 p.m. at the Row Bar, 529-0010

Michael Piranha: Rock. 5-8 p.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777

Johnny Helm: Contemporary. 5-8 p.m. at RumFire, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Elliott Hirai Duo: Contemporary/Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Malu the Band: Hawaiian. 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Pa‘ahana: Hawaiian. 5:30-8:30 p.m. at House Without a Key, Halekulani, 923-2311

Jim Hubbard and Lisa Gomes: Irish-rock fusion. 6-8 p.m. at Cafe Che Pasta, 524-0004

Ho‘okani Duo: Hawaiian. 6-8:30 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lava stage, 922-5811

Kawika Kahiapo and Del Beazley: Hawaiian. 6-9 p.m. at Kani Ka Pila Grille, Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 924-4990

Christian Yrizarry Duo: Hawaiian. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Edge of Waikiki, Sheraton Waikiki, 922-4422

Tito Berinobis: Hawaiian/ contemporary. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Chart House Waikiki, 941-6669

Scott Smith: Jazz/swing. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Bin 1901 wine bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

De Lima Ohana: Hawaiian. 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Mai Tai Bar, Royal Hawaiian, 923-7311

Jeremy Cheng: Contemporary. 7:30-10 p.m. at Beach Bar, Moana Surfrider, 922-3111

Kevin Okimoto Duo: Reggae/contemporary/Hawaiian. 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Five-O Bar & Lounge, 922-0550

David Swanson: Contemporary/jazz. 7:30-11 p.m. at the Veranda, the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 739-8888

Widdy Loo: Contemporary/ Hawaiian. 8:30-10 p.m. at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani lounge, 922-5811

Ellsworth Simeona: Hawaiian/contemporary. 8:30-11 p.m. at Tiki’s Grill & Bar, 923-8454

Maggie Herron & Rocky Holmes: Jazz. 8:30 p.m.-midnight at Lewers Lounge, Halekulani, 923-2311

Gypsy 808: Gypsy jazz. 9 p.m.-midnight at the Dragon Upstairs, 1038 Nuuanu Ave., 526-1411

Dinosaurus X: Rock/punk. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Irish Rose Saloon, 947-3414

Taja: Rock. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Kelley O’Neil’s, 926-1777
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Nightclubs: Revive the Live, Glitterbox

DJs, live music and parties; 21+ unless noted.

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Salsa Lounge, Latin dance weekly with the Hot Salsa Dance Co., free pupu, lessons and prizes, 6-11 p.m., Island Athletic Club, 1177 Queen St. Cover: $1-$5. All ages. 256-7556

The Party After Art, ART­afterDARK after party with house music by DJs Ramyt, Jimmy Lee, Loic Tambay, Captain Timo and others and live visuals, 7 p.m.-2 a.m., eleven44. No cover. 528-1144, http://eleven44hawaii.com

Jose Dynamite & Friends Comedy Show, featuring Fernando Pacheco, Daryl Bonilla, Dynamite and host Erika Swartzkopf, 7:30 p.m., O’Toole’s Irish Pub, Celtic Room. Cover: $10. 391-5673

Fahrenheit Fridays, luxe karaoke, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Air Park Karaoke Lounge. No cover. Email info@HPELive.com to compete. 591-8292

Jazz Beats, weekly with DJ Wish spinning experimental acid jazz, head beats and instrumental hip-hop, also welcoming poets, 7 p.m.-midnight, Fiji Kava, 1007 Dillingham Blvd. No. 107B. No cover. 295-2450

Mambo Fridays, salsa and bachata dancing, 9 p.m.-midnight, Honolulu Club lounge/bar. Free dance classes at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Cover: $7. 585-9626

DJ Euphoric, 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., RumFire. No cover. 294-8943

Feel Good Fridays, old school with DJs Magic and Gee Flava, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.,Fleet Reserve Association, 891 Valkenburgh St. Cover: $8-$10. VIP, reservations: 683-6440

The Grapevine: DMNDZ, Russian trap stars in their Hawaii debut, with support from Massfunk, Kamm and CoonDog, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Nextdoor. $20-$30 advance. 208-1046, http://flavorus.com. 18+

HDH: Ladies Night with DJ Kitsch, from Los Angeles, an all-girl lineup with Gin Saya, Sejika, Taylor McAlpin and others, a Hard Dance Hawaii event, 9 p.m.-4 a.m., The Underground. $15 advance. http://eventbrite.com

Jive Cafe, night of 1970s soul, funk and disco with DJ Ant Eye, 9 p.m., Anna O’Brien’s. No cover. http://fb.com/annaobriensclub

Revive the Live: Maoli, featuring Jordan T and Local Uprising, 9 p.m., The Republik. Cover: $10. http://hifinest.com. 18+

Ron Artis II, Haleiwa musician performs a mix of original, jazz, blues, soul, folk, classical, reggae and other music with family and friends, 9 p.m., Surfer the Bar, Turtle Bay Resort. Cover: $5. 293-6000, http://surferthebar.com

Girl Boi Grrl, gender-bending extravaganza of burlesque, drag, cabaret and pole dancing featuring Lola Love, Miss Catwings, La Femme Rikita, Rhonda Corner, Pamela Poles, Phong and The Aphrodisiacs, with host Hunter Down, 10 p.m., Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. $20; $15 advance. $125 VIP table. http://girlboigrrl.eventbrite.com, 923-0669, http://hulas.com

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

Secret Record Store, vinyl pop-up and music by DJs Monkey and Toki, 2-8 p.m., Downbeat Lounge. Free admission.

JGeeks, 5-9 p.m., The Republik. (Another show at 10 p.m.) $20 pre-sale. flavorus.com, 855-­235-2867. All ages.

Sexy Saturdays, hits of the Pipeline years with host Rick Rock and DJs Twiks and BJamm, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Sideline Sports Bar and Grill. Cover: $5 before 10 p.m. 842-5750

Soul’d Out Saturdays, dance hits of the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s by DJ James Coles of 93.9 Jamz and his United DJs, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., eleven44. Cover: $5. No cover and complimentary tapas before 8 p.m. Dress code. 528-1144, http://eleven44hawaii.com

DJ Betty, 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., RumFire. No cover. 294-8943, http://rumfirewaikiki.com

Burly-Q Bingo, burlesque game party with host Hunter Down, 8:45-10 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. Cover: $15; $10 advance; includes 10 bingo cards. http://eventbrite.com

’80s Rock Night, ’80s rock cover band EDJE, plus an ’80s outfit contest with $50 prize and special ’80s drinks; 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Anna O’Brien’s. Cover: $6. http://fb.com/anna­obriensclub

Blazing Saturdays, DJs Doc Jay, Cee-Jaay and Chop, 9 p.m., JR Rockers, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. No cover. Call 391-5394 for base entry.

DJ Competition: ’80s Edition, contest for $150 prize by 80s Pop Muzik, with resident DJs Nocturna and Rhombus, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Bar 35. Cover: $5. http://djnocturnaandlana.com

Lion’s Den, reggae and hip-hop monthly features The Super Groupers, Hi Grade and DJs Selecta and Jrama; 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at The Fix Sports Lounge & Nightclub. Cover: $15. $10 pre-sale. $50 VIP lounge. http://flavorus.com, http://fb.com/pacificsounds­outernational. 18+

Shantytown: Shuffle, Jamaican rocksteady, skinhead reggae and bluebeat ska monthly with selectors of Pressure Down Soundsystem spinning strictly vinyl, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Downbeat Lounge. No cover. 533-2328, http://downbeatdiner.com

Glitterbox, monthly party for women who love women featuring burlesque performances by Pretty Peacock Productions and music by DJ Catwings, 9:30 p.m., Mercury Bar. Cover: $3. http://fb.com/prettypeacock­productions

Ruckus, Las Vegas open-format DJ (and cousin of Lenny Kravitz), 10:30 p.m.-4 a.m., Addiction Nightclub, The Modern Honolulu. Cover: $10 for women, $20 for men. Bottle service from $275. Call 943-5800. http://addiction­nightclub.com

JGeeks, New Zealand Maori comedy music group with Pieter T. and Inoa‘ole, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., The Republik. $25 pre-sale. http://flavorus.com, 855-­235-2867. 18+

Sabado Con Sabor, with DJs Fee and Ever, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Just Tacos, Mili­lani Town Center. Cover: $5-$10. 625-8025. On Facebook: Sabado Con Sabor

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

Cherch: Sunday Skool with “Rev.” Justin, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sunday Mass with “Rev.” Brooklyn, 3-9 p.m.; “Pastor” VJ KSM, 5-9 p.m.; the Ah-Men Gogo Boyz, 8 p.m.; and DJ, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. No cover. 923-0669, http://hulas.com

DJ Lava, 8 p.m.-midnight, Mai Tai Bar, Ala Moana Center. No cover. http://fb.com/maitaibarhonolulu
Sweet Reggae Sundae, skanking to roots, reggae and dancehall by DJ Ant Eye, 8 p.m., Anna O’Brien’s. No cover. 946-5190

MONDAY, JUNE 30

Brokeback Talent Night, open mic with GJ, 6-9 p.m., then Throwback Mondays — all-request ’90s and 2000s videos with VJ KSM, 9 p.m.-2 a.m.; Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. No cover. 923-0669, http://hulas.com

DJ SuperCW, electro-dance, 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., RumFire. No cover. 294-8943, http://rumfirewaikiki.com

TUESDAY, JULY 1

Hot Latin Nights, with DJs Gato and G-Man spinning Latin, R&B and hip-hop, 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Five-O Bar & Lounge, Royal Hawaiian Center. No cover. 256-7556. All ages.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2

Let’s Play, new weekly night of card and board games with prizes, 6:30 p.m. (happy hour till 8), eleven44. No cover. 528-1144, http://eleven44hawaii.com

Heavy Riddims, weekly night of reggae — from foundation to dancehall — with DJ Vince and guests, 8 p.m.-­midnight, eleven44. No cover. 528-1144, http://eleven44hawaii.com

Comedy U, stand-up followed by open mic, 8:30-11 p.m., Anna O’Brien’s. Cover: $5-$7. http://fb.com/comedyu.hi

Totally ’80s Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Downbeat Lounge. No cover. 533-2328, 591-3500
Unity, deep house and techno weekly featuring DJ Ija Prestera, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Nextdoor. No cover. nextdoor808@gmail.com

Stiletto, ’90s-inspired weekly with DJ Delve, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., The Safehouse at The Republik. No cover. 941-7469, http://jointhe­republik.com

THURSDAY, JULY 3

Cheeky! A Champagne Affair, weekly ladies’ night featuring complimentary Champagne as you enter, DJ Technique and occasional pop-up boutiques at pau hana, 6 p.m.-­midnight, eleven44. No cover. 528-1144, http://eleven44hawaii.com

I Am Kawehi — Hawaii Tour, Hawaii indie one-woman band Kawehi with special guest Erika Elona, 8 p.m., Nextdoor. $25-$40. Tickets: http://eventbrite.com. 18+
Comedy Hospital, open-mic weekly, 8-11 p.m. (sign-up at 7:30), Station Bar and Lounge. No cover. http://fb.com/mraaron­presents

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: 1 Year Anniversary, monthly for women, by women, with DJs SuperCW, Tittahbyte, Anit and Ace and Roxy OTM, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The Safehouse at The Republik. No cover. http://jointhe­republik.com

KTUH’s Thumpin’ Thursdays with DJ Pepperjack, EDM, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Anna O’Brien’s. No cover. 946-5190
Plursdays, EDM weekly, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., The Underground. Cover: $10; $5 before 10 p.m. http://edmhawaii.info. 18+

The Cataracs, DJ set and live performance by the indie-pop hip-hop group, with resident DJs Jami and XL, celebrating M’s two-year anniversary, 10 p.m.-4 a.m., M Nightclub. Cover: $20. $15 advance. 529-0010, http://mnlhnl.com, http://flavorus.com

Quick Bites: Arancino, Il Lupino, Jamba Juice

Jamba Juice Hawaii is offering a pair of new smoothies — Papaya Paradise, left, and Papaya Sunrise — this summer that are exclusive to isle stores. (Courtey Jamba Juice Hawaii)

BY MICHELLE RAMOS / mramos@staradvertiser.com

Arancino Turns 1: In celebration of its first anniversary, Arancino at The Kahala added six new items to its menu Tuesday, including the Bistecca alla Lavanda ($42), 5 ounces of lavender-infused sous vide A5 Miyazaki premium wagyu beef served with roasted potatoes and onion petals. This beef is ranked the highest quality in Japan and has won the Prime Minister’s Award there for the past 10 years.

Other items are Tagliatelle ai Frutti di Mare ($26), tiger shrimp, scallops and house-made pasta tossed in a lemon garlic white wine truffle oil; Casarecce Ragu di Polpo ($18), octopus and pasta in a spicy garlic tomato sauce; Tagliatelle con Orechiette di Mare ($32), Kona abalone, wood mushroom and pasta tossed in an abalone bouillon garlic cream sauce; Grigliata di Mare, like the Tagliatelle ai Frutti di Mare except with grilled lobster, scallop, shrimp calamari and the fish of the day; and Spaghetti alla Carbonara ($25), the classic dish done in a deconstructed style.

There also will be a new chef’s tasting menu featuring five courses for $85, $110 with wine pairings.

Arancino at The Kahala is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call 380-4400 or go to arancino.com.

Tapas on Tuesdays: Bevy has launched a new tapas menu which includes a selection of $3 items from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays. The menu is inspired by Spanish and Mediterranean tapas, with variations by Bevy’s new chef, Petra Lindeson. Lindeson, a Le Cordon Bleu Las Vegas graduate and native of Sweden, was until recently the garde manger instructor at Kapiolani Community College’s Culinary Institute of the Pacific.

Bevy, at 661 Auahi St., is open from 4 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday and 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Information: Call 594-7445 or go to bevybar.com.

Movin’ On Up: Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar is adding a bigger version of its Happy Hour Palatino Burger sliders to its main menu in July. The half-pound prime beef burger will be topped with prosciutto, gorgonzola, tomato, lettuce, onions, pickles and a special sauce, and will also include a serving of truffle fries on the side. Cost for the meal is $12, which goes up to $16 in August.

The eatery is in the Royal Hawaiian Center. For information call 922-3400 or go to illupino.com.

Midnight Munchies: Crave a juicy steak late at night? Wolfgang’s Steakhouse has your back. The restaurant is changing its last call for food to midnight every day during July and August.

The restaurant is in the Royal Hawaiian Center. Call 922-3600 for reservations.

Taste of Summer: Jamba Juice Hawaii has two new drinks that are only available in Hawaii. Papaya Paradise, made with papaya juice, peaches, bananas and frozen yogurt; and Papaya Sunrise, made with papaya juice, peaches and strawberries, debuted June 19. For more information go to jambahawaii.com.

Hot Spot: Buho Cocina y Cantina, a new eatery on the rooftop of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza, is scheduled to open July 5. The restaurant will feature live music every fifth day of the month. Details: 922-BUHO (2846) or buhocantina.com.
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Quick Bites seeks Honolulu dining news, including restaurant openings and chefs’ arrivals, menu changes and cocktail additions. Please send announcements to Michelle Ramos at mramos@staradvertiser.com.

The Pulse Top 5: Hawaii’s Best, Honolulu Club

(James Garrett / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

BY JASON GENEGABUS / jason@staradvertiser.com

PICS: 2014 HAWAII’S BEST AWARDS

1. The Honolulu Star-Advertiser welcomed winners of the 2014 Hawaii’s Best Awards to a ’60s-themed party at the Pacific Club on Monday. Winners in 144 categories were honored, with food by Hawaii’s Best winners Jamba Juice, Hokulani Bakery, Side Street Inn, Big City Diner, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Hy’s Steak House and Max’s of Manila. Signature Bacardi Mango Fusion cocktails were provided by Young’s Market Co. of Hawaii, along with a beer bar by Anheuser-Busch. Flowers were provided by Best Florist winner Watanabe Florals and Fourever Fab performed a tribute to The Beatles. See the complete Pulse gallery at honolulupulse.com/hawaiisbest2014.

(Kat Wade / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

PICS: HONOLULU CLUB GRAND REOPENING

2. The Honolulu Club officially celebrated its grand reopening after $3 million in renovations on Saturday. The evening featured live entertainment and DJs in three separate areas; learn more at honolulupulse.com/mixhnlclub. Go to honolulupulse.com/hnlclubreopening for more pictures from the party.

(Jason Genegabus / Star-Advertiser)

GRIND TIME: BOURBON ON THE BEACH

3. The Kahala Hotel and Resort helped get summer off to a great start, welcoming guests to beachside restaurant Seaside Grill for Blues, Bourbon and Barbeque on June 20. The sunset event featured specialty cocktails by Southern Wine and Spirits of Hawaii mixology expert Chandra Lam Lucariello, pictured. Read more about the dinner and upcoming summer events at the Kahala at honolulupulse.com/bourbonbbq.

(Kat Wade / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

PICS: JOY OF SAKE PREVIEW PARTY

4. A select group of guests got to try several different types of sake on June 19 at Harbor View Center at Pier 38 during a preview of the annual Joy of Sake gala tasting in July at the Hawai’i Convention Center. Go to honolulupulse.com/jospreview for additional photos from the preview; visit joyofsake.com for more information about July’s gala tasting.

(Kat Wade / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

PICS: LUSH LAUNCH PARTY AT ELEVEN44

5. Chinatown’s eleven44 welcomed Miguel Migs back to Honolulu as the headlining DJ at Lush, a new weekly party at the club on June 20. The evening also featured a fashion show by local clothing company Kult Rebellion. See honolulupulse.com/lushlaunch for the Pulse photo gallery.

Out ‘N’ About: Coconut Grove Music, Tahiti Fest

WEEKEND OF JUNE 27

50th State Fair, annual E.K. Fernandez midway of rides, games and food; 6 p.m. Fridays, 4 p.m. Saturdays and noon Sundays through July 6 at Aloha Stadium. Closing time usually 11 p.m.-midnight, may vary. General admission: $3-$5; free for children under 40 inches tall. 682-5767, http://ekfernandez.com

Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i 67th annual book sale, offering more than 150,000 books, plus CDs, DVDs, comics, manga, art and more; wrapping up 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday (with food and shave ice vendors and 50 percent off everything) and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday (everything 50 cents), McKinley High School cafeteria. Free admission. 536-4174, http://friendsofthelibraryofhawaii.org

Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin Bon Dance, with food booths and used Asian goods sale, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 1727 Pali Highway. Taiko and service at 6 p.m. Free admission. 536-7044

Wahiawa Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance, with food booths, games, country store, silent auction, book sale, new bon dance towel artist signing, temple open house and live Okinawan music on Saturday night; 6:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday (6:15 to participate in opening children’s lantern procession), 1067 California Ave. Free admission. 622-4320

Tony Conjugacion, Starr Kalahiki and Alvin “Pops” Okami, in concert of jazz, pop, show tunes, hapa-haole songs and more, 7:30 p.m. Friday and 4 p.m. Sunday, Atherton Performing Arts Studio, Hawaii Public Radio. $20-$35. 955-8821, http://hprtickets.org

Coconut Grove Music Grand Reopening, featuring live music by Paul Izak, Val Vasquez, Harry Koizumi, Hamajang, Frankie & the Drive Inns, Alice Neel and others, and guitar, ukulele and other prize giveaways; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday at 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, 167 Hamakua Drive No. 200, Kailua (above Hawaiian Water Sports). Free. 262-9977

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Bento Rakugo, local troupe shares the Japa­nese art of comic storytelling in English, 10:30 a.m., Ewa Beach Public & School Library. Free. 689-1204, http://librarieshawaii.org

Royal Hawaiian Band, noon-1 p.m., Iolani Palace. Free. 922-5331, http://rhb-music. com

St. Andrew’s Cathedral noontime concert, organ recital by Shepherd School of Music doctoral student Yuri Hayden McCoy, featuring music of Buxtehude, Reger and Liszt, 12:15-12:45 p.m. at the cathedral. Free; donations welcome. Brown-bag lunching welcome. 524-2822, ext. 217, http://thecathedralof­standrew.org

Eat the Street: Luau, food truck rally of more than 40 vendors, 4-9 p.m., 555 South St. Free admission. 772-3020, http://streetgrindz.com

15th Annual Te Mahana Hiroa Tumu o Tahiti Festival, Polynesian Cultural Center’s celebration of Tahitian dance and culture, a three-hour interactive dance session instructing beginners, 5:30 p.m., Tahiti Village, Polynesian Cultural Center. Continues July 5. $10. Registration: 293-3333, http://www.polynesia.com

ARTafterDARK: “What’s Your Sign?” monthly art party gets mystical with fortune readings, Twirling Girlish hula hoopers, Still & Moving Center aerialists performing to music by DJ JR Waikiki, an astrological activity with the exhibition “Natural Unnatural Supernatural,” food and cocktails for sale, photo booth and more, 6-9 p.m., Honolulu Museum of Art. $10 admission; free for members. 532-8700, http://artafterdark.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii food drive, to benefit youths in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, featuring raffle (8 p.m.), drink specials (till 8) and a 55-gallon bin to fill with nonperishable food donations; 6-9 p.m., Bar 35. No cover. http://gofundme.com/Jazzy

“Carousel: Group Image Inspiration Machine,” one-night art event inspired by the slide projector, with rotating images by 14 creatives with backgrounds ranging form photography to geography. Featuring vintage slides, snapshots, darkroom prints and reprints for sale. Free popcorn; beverages available; 6-8 p.m., Kakaako Agora, 441 Cooke St. Free. http://interislandterminal.org

“The Haumana” DVD Release Party, featuring the cast and crew of the local indie film including Kelly Hu, Tui Asau and Marlene Sai, light pupu, no-host bar and entertainment by Keauhou, Hu‘ewa, Lehua Kalima, Mehanaokala Hind and Robert Cazimero; 6-10 p.m., The Crown. $25 (includes pre-release DVD and the Na Hoku-winning soundtrack CD). Ages 21+. http://brownpapertickets.com

The Aloha Kai Gala, benefit for local keiki and the ocean by Wild Kingdom Media featuring pupu, fireworks viewing, silent auction benefiting Na Kama Kai, Khush fashion show and performance by Lauren Mayhew, 6:30-10 p.m., Trump International Hotel Waikiki. $95. Tickets: http://eventbrite.com

The Gregg Hammer Band: A Comedy & Variety Show, featuring the comic and radio personality’s celebrity impressions and a buffet dinner, 6:45 p.m., Dave & Buster’s Showroom. $45 (includes tax, tip). All ages. Reservations required: 589-2215

“Magic Tree House Space Mission,” full-dome show based on the popular children’s book series educating about the solar system, space travel and more, 7 p.m., Hokulani Imaginarium, Windward Community College. $5-$7; free for kids under 4. 235-7433

Friday Night Jazz: Dana Land and Tommy James, pop-jazz vocalist and pianist in concert, 8-11 p.m., Medici’s, Manoa Marketplace. $10-$15. BYOB; pizza and pupu for sale. Free. 779-5363

Mo Scanlan CD release party, for “For the World to See,” a 2014 Na Hoku religious album nominee, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, 53 by the Sea. Free. 536-5353

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

27th Auto Parts Swap Meet, Ohana Cruz Nights car show and parts market with food and shave ice for sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Aiea High School. Free admission. 423-1198

Hawaii Coffee Fest, annual celebration by FarmLovers featuring various brews, coffee dishes, coffee growers, coffee trees for sale, live music by the Keanu Boom Kanani Band, a barista showdown (10 a.m.), tasting with celebrity chef Lee Anne Wong (11 a.m.), Brewing Methodology 101, book signings and kids’ activities, 8 a.m.-noon, Kakaako Farmers’ Market, Ward Warehouse. Free admission. http://farmloversmarkets.com

ESPN 1420 Sports Festival, fourth annual family event presented by Kaiser Permanente with sports, health and fitness exhibitors, activities and demonstrations, keiki sports activities, celebrity autograph sessions, Doraemon Zone and a kendama tournament; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Free.

http://espn1420sportsfestival.com

Waikiki Coastal Restoration at the Aquarium, invasive algae cleanup on the reef with the UH Botany Department, a tribute to the late Hawaii marine botany pioneer Isabella Abbott; 9-11 a.m., Waikiki Aquarium. To participate, call 440-9020.

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, http://discoverycenterhawaii.org

Royal Hawaiian Band, noon, Windward Mall. Free. 922-5331, http://rhb-music. com

Jazz Peace Concert at Byodo-in Temple, featuring Jeannette Trevias, Ernie Provencher, Chuck James, Everett Cencich and Mihoko M, 12:30-3:30 p.m., Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. $2-$3 temple admission; donations welcome. BYO picnic.
239-9844

Kupaoa, the Na Hoku-winning duo, 1-2 p.m., Windward Mall. Free. 235-1143, http://windwardmall.com

Ikaika Bodybuilding Championships, men’s and women’s contests, 5 p.m., Blaisdell Concert Hall. $20-$45. http://theikaika.com, 866-448-7849, http://ticketmaster.com

R.E.A.C.H. Out Fundraiser, featuring live music by Kalapana, Brother Noland, Princess Ilona, Isle 5 and other top local acts, and food by JJ Dolan’s, Poke Stop, MW Restaurant, Nalo Farms, Murphy’s Bar & Grill and others, a benefit for after-school programs for middle-school students via R.E.A.C.H. Out Hawaii; 5-9 p.m., Pagoda Floating Restaurant. $100. 492-0561, http://reachouthawaii.org

“Watermark,” Screening of 2013 documentary by award-winning filmmakers Jennifer Baichwal and Nick de Pencier and photographer Edward Burtynsky looking at humanity’s relationship with water around the world; 7 p.m., Kakaako Agora, 441 Cooke St. Free. http://kakaakoagora.org

Roots in Jazz: Benny Rietveld, eight-time Grammy Award-winning bassist, McKinley High graduate and longtime music director for Santana, with musician friends and special appearances by Erika Elona and Kalliyan, 7:30 p.m., Doris Duke Theatre. $30-$35. 532-6097, http://honolulumuseum.org

Hawaii Pops with Anita Hall and Steve Moretti, season finale “Dancing Through the Decades” dance concert and party with the vocalist and Grammy-nominated drummer, 8 p.m., Hawai‘i Convention Center Ballroom. $35-$75. 550-8457, http://hawaiipops.com

Improv Brew Haha, improv comedy show based on audience suggestions by team Think Fast! and friends, presented by Mr. Aaron; 8 p.m., Ong King Art Center. $10; $8 advance. Ages 18+. 728-7146, http://thinkfastimprov.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

Hawaii Polo Club, Equus vs. Wealth Strategy Partners for the Al Lopaka Trophy and Mokuleia Polo Club vs. North Shore, with a pregame pony parade, halftime sky dive entertainment, special guest the Hawaii Mercedes Club and postgame live music by the Haleiwa Hillbillies till sunset, 2 p.m. (gates open at noon for picnics), Hawaii Polo Club, Waialua. $8-$10; $25 clubhouse seating. 226-0061, http://hawaii-polo.org

KIDS FIRST! Film Festival, screening “Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party” and “Poppy Cat: Birthday Treasure and Other Adventures,” episodes of hit animated TV series from Great Britain, 3-4:30 p.m., UH-Manoa Art Auditorium. Free. For ages 2-6. 956-9883, http://www.summer.hawaii.edu

New Jersey Youth Chorus, award-winning children’s choir that sang “America the Beautiful” with Queen Latifah at the Super Bowl, in concert, 3 p.m., St. Andrew’s Cathedral. Free. 524-2822, http://thecathedralof­standrew.org

11th Annual Hawaii Vocal Masterworks Festival, 4 p.m., Mystical Rose Oratory. $5-$35. 550-8457, http://honoluluboxoffice.com

Rolando Sanchez & Salsa Hawaii:Celebrating 30 Years in Hawaii, live Latin music party also featuring the Brown Sound Orchestra and special guest musicians from San Francisco and Honolulu, 7-10 p.m., The Crossroads, Hawaiian Brian’s. $10 cover. Free “Vamonos de Fiesta” CD for first 100 guests. http://rolandosanchez-salsahawaii.com

TUESDAY, JULY 1

Kids Summer Movie Express, popular, family-friendly second-run movies for $1, with part of proceeds going to the Will Rogers Institute, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Regal Cinemas Windward 10, Windward Mall. 235-1143, http://windwardmall.com

Bento Rakugo, local troupe shares the Japa­nese art of comic storytelling in English, 1:30 p.m., Liliha Public Library. Free. 587-7577, http://librarieshawaii.org

“The Lego Movie,” free screening of the PG-rated computer-animated blockbuster, 6 p.m., Ewa Beach Public & School Library. 689-1204

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2

Kids Summer Movie Express, popular, family-friendly second-run movies for $1, with part of proceeds going to the Will Rogers Institute, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Regal Cinemas Windward 10, Windward Mall. 235-1143, http://windwardmall.com

Wildest Show in Town: Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii, zoo’s summer concert series, with Kala ukulele giveaway for keiki, keiki coloring contest, animal-themed Lego displays by HI Lego Users Group, guided tour for first 30 people, and food and drink for purchase, 6-7 p.m. (gates open at 4:35), Honolulu Zoo, main lawn.$3; free for children younger than 2. 926-3191, ext. 114; http://honolulu­zoo.org/wild

Mars Comedy Club, hosted by the Guys With Issues Comedy Podcast crew, 7:30 p.m., The Studio, Hawaiian Brian’s. Cover: $5. Ages 18+. http://marscomedy.com

Walkabout Wednesday Comedy Throwdown, new show with On the Spot Improv and challengers, 7:30 p.m., The ARTS at Marks Garage. Free. http://otsimprov.com

THURSDAY, JULY 3

Uncle Wayne & the Howling Dog Band, sing along with early-childhood educator and musician Wayne Watkins and friends, 10:30 a.m., Hawaii Kai Public Library. Free. Ages 3+ with adult. 397-5833

Party Four a Purpose, fundraiser for Surfrider Spirit Sessions and YOU Today by the Honolulu Professionals Foundation, featuring entertainment by Mark Yamanaka, Hu‘ewa, Lehua Kalima, Shawn Pimental and Kapena, heavy pupu, hosted bar and silent auction/raffle; 6-10 p.m., Hyatt Regency Waikiki. $90. 927-6287, info@honoluluprofessionals.org

ONGOING

‘Aha ‘Aina: A Royal Hawaiian Lu‘au, 5:30-­9 p.m. Mondays, Royal Hawaiian Hotel. $93-$199. 921-4600, http://royal-hawaiian.com

Fourever Fab, Beatles tribute concert, 7-8:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Ainahau Showroom, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel. $35.49-$89.99. Dinner packages from $89.99. 725-4136, http://foureverfabshow.com

“Ha: Breath of Life,” with Polynesian dance, music and fireknives, 7:30-9 p.m. nightly except Sundays, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie. $25-$39.95. 293-3333, polynesia.com

Legends in Concert Waikiki: “Rock-A-Hula,” featuring Elvis Pres­ley tribute, hula and impersonators of stars including Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga, 8 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, Royal Hawaiian Center, fourth floor. $47.79-$185. Buy-one-get-one-free and kids-free specials through Sept. 30. 629-7469, http://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. $28-$99. 971-4321, http://magic­­of­polynesia.com

Na Kane — Men of Paradise, 10-man Las Vegas-style male revue, 8:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Pacific Beach Hotel, Paradise Theater. $29-$59; VIP packages available. Ages 18+. 550-4444, http://menofparadise.us

Rockin Hawaiian Rainbow Revue and Fireworks Show, hula and Hawaiian music show including Duke Kahanamoku tribute and keiki, 7 p.m. (7:45 p.m. fireworks), Fridays at Hilton Hawaiian Village’s Super Pool. $20, includes drink. 949-4321, http://hiltonhawaiianvillage.com

“Te Moana Nui (Tales of the Pacific),” Tihati Productions show retracing the journey of Hawaii’s ancestors 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, http://temoananui.com

Waikiki Starlight Luau, 5:30 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays, Hilton Hawaiian Village, rooftop of Mid-Pacific Conference Center. $51-$125. 941-5828, http://hilton­hawaiianvillage.com

Do It! ARTafterDARK, Aloha Kai Gala

Lizbeth Stewart’s “Monkey with Roses,” 1999. (Courtesy Honolulu Museum)

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Museum of Art looks to the stars for June’s ARTafterDARK

ARTafterDARK is back for another month with a supernatural theme: “What’s Your Sign?”

Get mystical with the Honolulu Museum of Art and see if your invisible senses don’t feel heightened. As the date falls within the constellation Cancer on the zodiac calendar, organizers have designed the event to appeal to people’s emotions and their imagination.

Entertainment includes “Apo Mahina: Embraced by the Moon,” an aerial performance from the Still & Moving Center, accompanied by DJ JR Waikiki; hoop duo Sirkka Aho and Kate McClain from Twirling Girlish; fortunetelling from The Mystic Eye; and an on-site Studio X photo booth.

The event also features theme-related food and drink from The Grove and a docent-led activity through the exhibit “Natural Unnatural Supernatural,” which explores the four elements: earth, water, air and fire.

» Where: Honolulu Museum of Art
» When: 6-9 p.m. Friday
» Cost: $10, free for members
» Info: 532-8700, artafterdark.org

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

Inaugural gala benefits keiki-centered organization

Entertainment management company Wild Kingdom Media is throwing its hat into the benefit ring with its debut shindig, The Aloha Kai Gala.

(Courtesy Lauren Mayhew)

The event — featuring performances by singer/actor/former World Wrestling Entertainment ring announcer Lauren Mayhew, pictured, and Hawaii singer/songwriter Kimie, as well as a Khush fashion show — takes place Friday at the Trump International Hotel Waikiki.

Wild Kingdom Media has joined forces with Na Kama Kai (Children of the Sea), a nonprofit that offers a monthly free beach clinic for youth and promotes Hawaiian values while targeting ocean safety and conservation awareness. Proceeds from a silent auction will support the organization.

» Where: Trump International Hotel, 223 Saratoga Road
» When: 6:30-10 p.m. Friday
» Cost: $95
» Info: bit.do/AlohaKai, fb.com/WildKingdomMedia

FRIDAY, JUNE 27

‘World-class pianist’ joins Medici’s jazz show

The new Jazz at Medici’s series in Manoa continues this week with pop jazz vocalist Dana Land, pictured, and pianist, composer and arranger Tommy James.

(Courtesy Dana Land)

Land, who performs widely in the islands, has a repertoire spanning the range of popular jazz, from vintage and contemporary standards, swing and show tunes to Brazilian and blues.

After a career in interior design in San Francisco, she has returned to her hometown of Honolulu to focus on music, presenting the show Tropicabana! A Musical Romp Through the Tropics earlier this year. She also recently released an album, “All the Cats Join In.”

James, who’s performed and/or recorded with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Lionel Hampton, Joe Williams, the Stylistics, Melba Moore, George McCrae, Grandmaster Flash and the Temptations, among many others, also served as music director with the international tour of the Tony Award-winning musical “Bring in ‘da Noise, Bring in ‘da Funk.”

“He is a world-class pianist, and we’re lucky to have him in Honolulu,” Land said.

» Where: Medici’s, Manoa Marketplace
» When: 8-11 p.m. Friday
» Cost: $15, $10 students; BYOB, with food available
» Info: danaland.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 29

Sanchez, salsa crew mark 30 years of Latin sounds

In any career, 30 years is a milestone. All the better that Rolando Sanchez has been a mainstay of Latin music in Hawaii for that time, “making music, making friends, making family (and) making happiness through music.”

(Jamm Aquino / 2010)

Rolando Sanchez and Salsa Hawaii celebrate the anniversary Sunday with a concert at Crossroads Hawaii, inside Hawaiian Brian’s. Also appearing: the Brown Sound Orchestra and more special guests from Honolulu and the mainland, including conga player Rafael Ramirez from San Francisco and Honolulu’s Jules Kam on vocals. Get ready for salsa, Latin jazz, cha cha cha, merengue, Latin rock and contemporary Latin dance.

The first 100 guests will receive a free copy of the CD “Vamonos de Fiesta.”

» Where: Crossroads Hawaii, Hawaiian Brian’s, 1630 Kapiolani Blvd., second floor
» When: 7-10 p.m. Sunday
» Cost: $10
» Info: hawaiianbrians.com, 946-1343; rolandosanchez-salsahawaii.com
» Note: You can also catch Rolando Sanchez this week at the Honolulu Zoo’s “Wildest Show in Town,” 6-7 p.m. Wednesday (gates at 4:35); $3, honoluluzoo.org/wild

TICKER

» Join the Conservation Council for Hawaii at Green Drinks Honolulu, 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday at Honolulu Beerworks, Kakaako; $15, eventbrite.com.

Pau Hana Patrol: Wailana an unpretentious place

BY NINA WU / nwu@staradvertiser.com

On the way to Wailana Cocktail Lounge on the corner of Ala Moana Boulevard and Ena Road in Waikiki, I felt as if I was entering the domain of the tourist — walking past an ABC store, a steady stream of sunburned folks and trolleys passing to and fro.

WAILANA COCKTAIL LOUNGE 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. (808) 955-1764 HAPPY HOUR Drink specials, 12-6 p.m. daily » $2 well drinks » $2 domestic beers (Budweiser, Bud Light, Black Crown) » $4 mai tais Food specials, 3-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays (except holidays) » Half-off appetizers » $.98 curly fries, french fries » $2.48 teri sticks, soybeans » $2.98 fish and chips » $3.55 fried noodles

But once inside Wailana Cocktail Lounge, I felt as if I’d discovered a long-forgotten watering hole of years past. Wailana Coffee House, a family-run, 24-hour restaurant, has been around since 1969, but who knew they had a cocktail lounge?

As a matter of fact, they always have (enter Wailana’s main glass doors, turn right), and it offers a long-running happy hour that stretches from noon to 6 p.m. daily.

The tiki-style lounge is small, with a domelike top covered in woven lau hala. It’s dim inside and the decor could be updated, but the place is outfitted with bamboo siding and comfy chairs where you can belly up to the bar or sit at tables in curved booths and chairs.

The more time I spent at the lounge, the more it grew on me.

It’s a friendly, unpretentious place where you can easily get to know the people sitting next to you. Before we knew it, we were talking and laughing with others here (and taking photos). It’s the kind of place you go as a regular pau hana hangout, whether by yourself or with a group of friends, and where the bartender and others know your name.

MOSTLY LOCALS frequent the Wailana lounge, according to bartender Pepper Teramoto. But any visitor would feel welcome, here, as well.

“Honestly, I love the people that come here, and I love the workers,” said Lindsay Roberson of Kaimuki, who works in retail. “Pepper’s kind of a classic.”

Regulars include a few surfers, local residents who can walk over and a group of senior Korean War vets.

On a recent Friday afternoon visit, the place was more than half full. Several flat-screen TVs (and one tube TV) were tuned into the World Cup game, while others were turned to the game show “Jeopardy!”

The scene probably changes when karaoke becomes available (after 9 p.m. nightly except Tuesdays and Thursdays). Kevin Mau plays live Tuesday evenings.

So this isn’t some trendy oceanside lounge with contemporary furnishings or “mixologists” offering lavender-infused cocktails, but it’s comfortable and offers the basics.

Plus, you just can’t beat the deal on food and drinks here.

THERE ARE few places in Waikiki where you can find happy hour beers for $2 and mai tais for $4. I mean, if you go somewhere along Kalakaua Avenue, it’ll be at least twice that price.

The other plus is validated parking in the garage below — just 75 cents for the first two hours.

The mai tai came with a wedge of pineapple and tasted fruity, just fine for the price. The bottle of Budweiser was accompanied by a small, chilled glass.

Pupu here are pretty basic fare but mostly under $8 (plus half off from 3 to 5 p.m. during weekdays). That means the curly fries, normally $1.95, are just 98 cents, a retro price, and they were good.

Teriyaki sticks ($2.48 during happy hour) don’t actually come on a stick, but laid out on a plate.

The fish and chips ($2.98 during happy hour), my favorite, were crisp and tasty.

When the platter of fried noodles ($3.55) came out, we were pleasantly surprised. The platter was huge and filling, with bits of char siu pork, Spam and bok choy mixed in, accompanied by a spicy mustard dip. It was dinner.

There’s an advantage of having a cocktail lounge attached to a diner with a full kitchen.

If you haven’t been lately, but are wondering why the Wailana Coffee House might look familiar, it’s because it was used to film a scene of “Hawaii Five-0″ in 2011.

Hawaii-born Kawehi hits it big with looping artistry

Kawehi uses looping technology to create her own one-woman band onstage. (Courtesy Kawehi Wight)

BY ERIN SMITH / Special to the Star-Advertiser

Singer-songwriter and looping artist Kawehi Wight may have grown up in paradise — right here on Oahu, that is — but her current location is paradise for an artist.

“I was on the road, and my husband called me to say he found this house,” she said. “An old brick house with two recording studios in it.”

That’s right, not one, but two studios. Every musician reading this is now drooling.

After 10 years in Los Angeles, the couple was ready to relocate. The new house was in Kansas, which was uncharted territory for them, but they couldn’t pass on the idea.

As it turns out, finding that home would be the first step in a chain of events that has led to a life-changing year for the artist who performs as Kawehi, returning home to Hawaii in July for three shows on three islands.

AFTER starting her career as a singer-songwriter who played acoustic guitar (she has a Hawaiian-language single on iTunes), Kawehi felt constrained by the limitations of that style of performance. That led her to learn how to use a series of looping pedals to create songs from the ground up.

Like many loopers, she starts by beatboxing the drum line into her looping pedal and then builds the song, adding guitars (one of hers is pink), keyboards and background vocals.

Once all of that is in place, she has only to push a button to control the sonic landscape she just created and then sing the lead vocal over it.

The looping technique is fairly common, with YouTube videos to document the process and Hawaii musicians from Waikiki to Kihei using the technique. Kawehi stands out from the pack with incredibly detailed soundscapes and vocal performances that are sharp and nuanced.

She is unapologetically artsy, marching to her own drum, and her performances are charismatic and attention-getting.

SO HOW did life change this spring for Kawehi? After posting a series of live performance videos online — looped covers of songs like Nine Inch Nails’ “Closer” and Michael Jackson’s “The Way You Make Me Feel” — Kawehi hit the viral jackpot with her cover of Nirvana’s “Heart Shaped Box.”

After posting the video, recorded in one of her home studios, she awoke one morning in April to find the video on the homepages of Esquire and Spin magazines.

Courtney Love weighed in on Kawehi’s cover on Twitter, calling it “genius,” just a short while after she publicly tore apart Lana Del Rey’s cover of the same song.

It’s a dark song, an unnerving song, and upon watching Kawehi’s version, my thought was that she reappropriated the song for a new generation. The morning her video went viral, it was inescapable. It turned up constantly in my Facebook feed.

The video quickly garnered more than a million hits, and of course, her phone started to ring.

“I felt like every time I turned on my computer, the song was showing up somewhere new,” Kawehi said of the whirlwind surrounding the video.

Labels, management, companies looking for tie-ins and even the popular television show “The Voice” took an immediate interest.

“I’ve been talking to a lot of labels,” she said, “but it’s kind of not my vibe.

“All these reality shows, they’re all contacting me. If I wanted to be the next pop star, I would totally do it, but it’s not what I’m looking for.”

LOCAL LOOPERS are also making an impression. Artist Kanoa from Maui, an outstanding looper, multi-instrumentalist and singer, has been tapped to open Kawehi’s Maui performance at the Tropical Plantation on July 5.

Over the phone from Maui, Kanoa weighed in on the difficulties and rewards of creating music live on the spot with looping pedals.

“The platform of looping, on a creative level, is endless,” he mused.

In live performance, however, he notes that musicians have to take timing into account: “If it takes more than a minute to start your loop, you will lose everyone’s attention.”

Using pedals to create loops is an “in the moment” form of creating music, he said, which is one of the reasons it draws an audience in.

Music lovers enjoy seeing a composition built right in front of them, something that is usually built behind the scenes in the studio.

Kanoa’s words of wisdom for burgeoning loop artists?

“Do what you do with conviction. Do it like you mean it, because moments pass and you only have one opportunity.”

KAWEHI will be in Hawaii for an interisland tour next week. She plays Nextdoor in Chinatown on Thursday with local opener Erika Elona; Kona fans can catch her July 4 at Amethyst Nightclub before she’s off to Maui for the July 5 show at the Mill House at Tropical Plantation.

With the release of her new album, the Kickstarter-funded “Robot Heart,” and her raw talent, there’s no telling where her path may lead. Kawehi is on an interesting journey, and this is just the tip of the iceberg for her and the music she creates.

“Robot Heart” is the story of a robot who wants to be a human. When asked whether the robot achieves this goal on the record, Kawehi said, “She wants to be a human. She’s just waiting for technology to catch up.”

When it comes to looping, let’s see if technology can keep up with Kawehi.
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Erin Smith is a singer and guitarist who performs as a solo artist and with Maui-based Na Hoku Hanohano Award-nominated band The Throwdowns. Born in Canada, she moved to Hawaii in 2004 and now resides in Kailua. Contact her via e-mail or follow her on Twitter.

Hawaii Pops plans packed second season

Hawaii Pops founder Matt Catingub and Pops musicians will put on two types of concerts in its second season. (Kat Wade / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

BY JOHN BERGER / jberger@staradvertiser.com

When Matt Catingub, founder and artistic director of Hawaii Pops, takes the stage on Saturday, he’ll be celebrating the completion of Pops’ successful first season and looking ahead to the next.

In the next 12 months, Catingub and the Hawaii Pops will present an Amy & Willie K reunion, an evening with Dave Koz and shows celebrating the music of Chicago, the Beatles and the hits of the ’80s.

“We’ve had great crowds, and I think we’re off to a great start,” Catingub said, calling from his Las Vegas residence on June 19.

CATINGUB has been an island favorite for years. He made quite an impression with the now-defunct Honolulu Symphony Orchestra as its pops conductor, arranger, musician and vocalist.

In addition, Catingub played big-band swing in Hawaii as the leader of Big Kahuna and the Copa Cat Pack, had a small but noteworthy role in the George Clooney film “Good Night, and Good Luck” and was one of the key players in the attempt to create an annual Romance Festival in Waikiki as a successor to the late Abe Weinstein’s Hawaii International Jazz Festival.

When the Honolulu Symphony imploded in 2010, Catingub stepped back, looked at the market and saw a place for a new pops group despite the economic situation.

Pops musicians will put on two types of concerts in its second season. (Kat Wade / Special to the Star-Advertiser)

Traditional funding for the arts was drying up from private donors and public sources alike, and nonprofit groups were scrambling for support. Many Hawaii residents, meanwhile, had been forced to cut concert tickets from their family budget. It was a daunting time to launch a new orchestra, but Catingub, executive director Donna Bebber and the pops board put the proposal out and garnered support from private sources (including title sponsor The Howard Hughes Corp. and season sponsor the Honolulu Star-Advertiser) to make it happen.

“We did it pretty quick,” Catingub said. “The decision to pull it off only happened months before actually green-lighting the project.”

The first Hawaii Pops season included traditional-style pops concerts by Jo Dee Messina, Sheena Easton and Al Jarreau, and an appearance by Keali’i Reichel in January.

The Pops Christmas show featured Jim Nabors, Emma Veary and Amy Hanaiali’i, a favored Hawaii musician who returns next season.

THE BIG difference in the Hawaii Pops game plan was presenting the concerts at the Hawai’i Convention Center, where food, beverage service and dancing could be part of the experience.

In the coming season, events will be presented at the Hawaii Theatre and the Sheraton Waikiki Hawaii Ballroom, providing a mix of more formal seated concerts and others that allow for dancing.

Crowds built as the season went on. The Jarreau concert in May sold out every possible seat up to the legal capacity of the ballroom.

Grammy-nominated drummer Steve Moretti, above, will join vocalist Anita Hall as a special guest in Hawaii Pops’ season-closing concert, “Dancing Through the Decades.” (Courtesy Pearl Drums)

Looking back, Catingub said that it took time, but Pops audiences embraced the concept.

“I think people are now getting used to the idea that you can actually come and be yourself and get up and grab a drink and get something to eat and dance,” Catingub said.

“The concert we’re having is really going to drive that point home,” he added, referring to the Pops’ “Dancing Through the Decades” concert.

“This is not the Pops we all did previously. This is something that’s even more of a party. So I’m proud of that we were able to get the message in while at the same time continuing the tradition of the Pops that I started (with the Honolulu Symphony) in 1998.”

The Pops season also included a series of shows without the orchestra, “Live at Lewers,” that presented pop music legend Jack Jones, Robert Cazimero and Tierney Sutton in the Lewers Lounge at the Halekulani. The Lewers shows were the closest Honolulu has come to having an upscale jazz lounge since Jimmy Borges closed at Trappers in the 1980s.

“We are most definitely doing a ‘Live at Lewers’ series,” Catingub said, “but it’s a future announcement. … I’m ramping that too up a whole ‘nother level as well.”

FOR 2014-2015 Catingub is presenting three “traditional” Pops concerts at the Hawaii Theatre.

“In answering the people who didn’t know what to make of the whole dance thing, we’re doing three concerts at the Hawaii Theatre where you come and sit down and see a concert.

“And then the Nightclub Series, I’m really ramping up to go the other way,” he said. “When you come to the Nightclub Series, you’re coming to a party!”

Saturday’s concert will be set up similarly to shows Catingub and the Pops are planning next season at the Sheraton.

“The thing I want to get across to people is that it is a really great indication of what this nightclub series is gonna be all about,” Catingub said.

“It’s not just going to a concert; it’s a night out. We just happen to have a 40-piece, brilliant orchestra onstage providing the music for you.”

Saturday’s show will include music reaching back to the Depression era and up to contemporary times, featuring contributions from vocalist Anita Hall — a frequent Catingub collaborator — and Grammy-nominated drummer Steve Moretti.

“It is literally music starting with the big bands, all the way up to (San Francisco house-music DJ) Tyrel Williams. It’s like every possible style of music,” Catingub said.

Giving credit to the local musicians in the Hawaii Pops orchestra, Catingub said the Hawaii Pops would not be possible without Honolulu’s depth of talent.

“A good third of the Pops orchestra is Hawaii Symphony musicians,” he noted. “It’s because of the level of musicianship on the island that I’m able to do this.”

This Week in TGIF: Hawaii Pops

Hawaii Pops plans packed second season

In the next 12 months, Catingub and the Hawaii Pops will present an Amy & Willie K reunion, an evening with Dave Koz and shows celebrating the music of Chicago, the Beatles and hits of the ’80s.

Hawaii-born Kawehi hits it big with looping artistry
Pau Hana Patrol: Wailana an unpretentious place
Do It! ARTafterDARK, Aloha Kai Gala
Out ‘N’ About: Coconut Grove Music, Tahiti Fest
The Pulse Top 5: Hawaii’s Best, Honolulu Club
Quick Bites: Arancino, Il Lupino, Jamba Juice
Nightclubs: Revive the Live, Glitterbox
Music: Rolando Sanchez, Kapena, the deadbeats
Movies: ‘Transformers: Age of Extinction’, ‘Ilo Ilo’
Stage: ‘Koi, Like the Fish,’ ‘Alice in Chinatown’
To Do! Sommore, Tony Orlando, Lisa Loeb

In the Mix: Five can’t-miss summer concerts

STAR-ADVERTISER / 2012

MAUI’S ANUHEA WILL RETURN TO THE LINEUP OF THE 2014 MAYJAH RAYJAH AT THE WAIKIKI SHELL IN JULY.

BY JASON GENEGABUS / jason@staradvertiser.com

In honor of the official start of summer last weekend, here’s a list of five big shows coming up in Honolulu during July and August. If you only have enough graduation cash or summer job savings to check out one concert, make sure it’s one of these.

MAYJAH RAYJAH 2014

Now that the annual KCCN FM-100 Birthday Bash is gone, the title of Biggest Summer Concert of the Year is a toss-up between the Raymond “Ray Jr.” Ho Jr.-produced MayJah RayJah and BAMP Project’s Republik Summer Music Festival.

Ray Jr. consistently strives to outdo himself, so this year’s two-day event at the Waikiki Shell shouldn’t disappoint. J Boog will headline the first night, with support from more than two dozen opening acts that include Nesian N.I.N.E., Hot Rain, Backward Shaka, Ikena Dupont and DJ Osna. The following evening, Shaggy returns to Honolulu with help from Anuhea, Kapena, Bo Napoleon, Sammy J and others.

The party doesn’t stop on Oahu, however. The MayJah RayJah will stage concurrent shows on Maui the same two nights, with the Saturday night Oahu lineup playing Maui on Friday night and vice versa.

For a full list of performers and details on special advance ticket deals, visit the MayJah RayJah Facebook page or mayjahrayjah.com.

4 p.m. July 25 and July 26 at the Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave. Tickets: $29-$120, plus taxes and fees. Call (800) 745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com.

CRAIG T. KOJIMA / 2014

JACK JOHNSON AFTER A PERFORMANCE FOR STUDENTS AT MILILANI IKE ELEMENTARY EARLIER THIS YEAR.

JACK JOHNSON WITH SPECIAL GUEST MICHAEL KIWANUKA

There’s no ignoring the fact that Jack Johnson’s pair of August concerts at the Waikiki Shell are among the most highly-anticipated of not just the summer, but all of 2014.

Sadly, unless you’re one of the 17,000 or so lucky fans with tickets to those shows, the only way you’ll see the North Shore resident with opening act Michael Kiwanuka is to camp out in Kapiolani Park.

6:30 p.m. Aug. 1 and Aug. 2 at the Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave. Both shows sold out; proceeds to benefit the Kokua Hawaii Foundation.

E-40 WITH SPECIAL GUEST NUMP TRUMP

COURTESY WAY 2 SMOOVE ENTERTAINMENT

E-40 RETURNS TO OAHU ON JULY 3.

Without the NFL Pro Bowl to help attract more of his fans to Honolulu, I’m worried the crowd will be a bit lacking at The Crown when Bay Area rap legend E-40 returns to Honolulu on July 3.

Still, it’s the night before a holiday, and 40 has always enjoyed a warm welcome during previous visits. This time he’s in town to support his 2013 album, “The Block Brochure: Welcome to the Soil 4,” with help from Filipino American hip-hop artist Nump Trump.

11 p.m. July 3 at The Crown, 1837 Kapiolani Blvd. Tickets: $45, $75 and $150, plus fees. Call (808) 943-1700 or visit flavorus.com.

BACK IN THE DAY WITH KAPONO AND FRIENDS

The Waikiki Shell will wrap up a busy stretch of summer shows when Henry Kapono headlines an all-star lineup of local musicians during Back in the Day Hawai’i on Aug. 23.

The concert, presented by Oceanic Time Warner Cable, the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts and Alaska Airlines, is also sponsored by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser and will serve as a benefit for Make-A-Wish Hawaii.

CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / 2011

HENRY KAPONO PERFORMS AT THE HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE IN 2011. HE’LL BRING HIS BACK IN THE DAY CONCERT TO THE WAIKIKI SHELL IN AUGUST.

Along with Kapono, the following artists are scheduled to perform:

» Kalapana
» Jerry Santos
» Brother Noland
» Keola Beamer
» Robert Cazimero
» Willie K
» John Cruz
» Amy Hanaiali’i
» Robi Kahakalau
» Sean Na’auao
» Ledward Kaapana
» Mike Kaawa
» Raiatea Helm

6:30 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Waikiki Shell, 2805 Monsarrat Ave. Tickets: $29-$150, VIP packages available. Visit backinthedayhawaii.com.

COURTNEY LOVE

ASSOCIATED PRESS

COURTNEY LOVE.

Tickets go on sale Friday for the return of Courtney Love to Honolulu on Aug. 26 at The Republik.

Starting with Hole in 1989, Love has been an indelible part of the American rock landscape for 25 years. She’s worked as a solo artist for more than a decade, although Hole did resurface with a new lineup and album in 2010.

Love, who is also an accomplished actress and author, released a new single, “You Know My Name,” last month.

8 p.m. Aug. 26 at The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd. Tickets: $40. Call (808) 941-7469 or visit bampproject.com.
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Jason Genegabus is Entertainment Editor/Online at the Honolulu Star-Advertiser and has covered the local nightlife, music, bar and entertainment scenes since 2001. Contact him via email at jason@staradvertiser.com and follow him on Twitter and Google+.

Social Encore: Sippin’ on sake

BY JERMEL-LYNN QUILLOPO / Special to the Star-Advertiser

There are three types of fermented alcoholic beverages: beer, wine and sake. Last week, I was able to attend the 2014 Joy of Sake Honolulu Kickoff Party at Harbor View Center. I got a sneak peek of what you can expect at the annual gala tasting on July 18 at the Hawai’i Convention Center.

2014 JOY OF SAKE HONOLULU » Where: Hawai’i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave. » When: 6:30 to 9 p.m. July 18 » Cost: $95 » Info: joyofsake.com

The Joy of Sake event dates back to 2001 when the International Sake Association was inspired to create a sake event similar to the Japan National Sake Appraisal, held annually since 1910.

“We requested assistance from Japan’s National Research Brewing,” said International Sake Association founding president Chris Pearce. “The National Research Brewing of Japan sends over two judges each year.”

According to Joy of Sake coordinators, Honolulu has more sake-serving restaurants per capita than any other city in the country. As the Joy of Sake event heads into its 14th year, there are a few exciting changes. This year it will be held at the Hawai’i Convention Center; with 20 percent more space, there will be a whopping 370 different types of sake up for sampling.

Another addition is Izakaya Alley, a section that will feature upscale street food and sake, bringing a bit of summer in Japan to Honolulu. The food lineup alone is amazing, rounding up some of the islands best chefs.

From Bravo’s “Top Chef,” season one contestant and Koko Head Cafe head chef Lee Anne Wong will serve up a “rocking noodle dish.”

COURTESY BRAVO

“TOP CHEF” CONTESTANT AND MIGRANT MAUI EXECUTIVE CHEF SHELDON SIMEON WILL BE PART OF THIS YEAR’S JOY OF SAKE.

Flying in from San Francisco, Haight Street’s Memphis Minnie’s BBQ Joint will hand out samples of their 18-hour slow-smoked Texas Beef Brisket in tribute to their owner, Bob Kantor. Kantor loved sake with his meats and would always have junmai and ginjo sake on the menu.

By popular demand, Gokujo Sushi will be back serving a Gokujo Spicy Ahi Bowl with unagi tare and Salmon Nori Tacos with New Zealand king salmon, sweet Maui onion and wasabi aioli.

Making a premiere at the Joy of Sake is Buho Cocina y Cantina, a new rooftop lounge in Waikiki. They will serve slow-cooked pork belly tacos with pineapple pico and achiote aioli on housemade tortillas.

Inside the ballroom, you’ll have Vintage Cave’s Chris Kajioka and “Top Chef” season 10 contestant Sheldon Simeon representing Migrant Maui along with “Food Network Star” contestant Philip “Ippy” Aiona from Three Fat Pigs in Waikoloa.

When it comes to tasting sake, entries are judged based on four different criteria: balance, taste, aroma and overall impression. Entries for the U.S. National Sake Appraisal are judged during a blind tasting by 10 participating judges (five from Japan and five from the U.S.).

Pearce said when it comes to judging sake, he has noticed that the Japanese have a cultural practice of looking for the sake’s faults and believes Japanese judges do the same thing.

“They have a negative mindset, they look for the faults,” he said. “If they don’t find a fault, they will try it again.”

HONOLULU RESIDENT Kevin Okasaki attended the Joy of Sake event for years and said even though he is of full Japanese decent, his family was never into sake. By learning about it, he has a deeper connection with his cultural roots.

PHOTO BY JERMEL-LYNN QUILLOPO / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

KEVIN OKASAKI, LEFT, AND JOHN TANFAKA CAN’T WAIT FOR THIS YEAR’S JOY OF SAKE GALA TASTING.

“Hawaii is a melting pot of cultures and the Japanese culture has played a big part in Hawaii culture,” he said. “People around the world enjoy sake and events like this help spread awareness and knowledge.”

Honolulu resident John Tanfaka said he is fairly new to the sake game but is growing to appreciate the different varieties as he continues to learn.

“You think ‘Okay, I’m just going to go and try some sake,’ but you come to appreciate the different varieties, you can taste the difference of where it’s made, what rice is in it and the distinct taste of the different breweries,” he said. “You even start to realize what types of sake the breweries make. It has given me a better appreciation of the different sakes and types.”

I also learned a thing or two at the preview. There were two classes of daiginjo sake served. Sakes labeled “Daiginjo A” have a directive to satisfy a certain customer/taste a brewery is trying to obtain.

“Daiginjo B,” on the other hand, allow for breweries to be more creative during the brewing process, letting their personality shine — also making it the most expensive.

I tasted several different types of sake. One of the first I tired was the Masumi “Sanka” Junmai Daiginjo Sake from Nagano. It had a sweet aroma of apples and honeydew and Pearce said it was perfect for appetizers.

PHOTO BY JERMEL-LYNN QUILLOPO / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

SOME OF THE SAKE POURED AT LAST WEEK’S JOY OF SAKE PREVIEW EVENT.

My favorite had to be Saura Brewery’s Urakasumi “Zen” Junmai Ginjo Sake. It was light and fruity, a perfect pick for me since I have a sweet tooth. Not all sakes were sweet, however. Sake like the silver-winning Dewazakura “Dewasansan” Junmai Ginjo had a balanced, yet strong aftertaste. Many sake lovers at the event said that the Dewazakura Shuzo brewery is very popular amongst aficionados.

“I would say go and learn because there will be 370 different types of sake and this gives you a chance to try different things,” Okasaki said. “You may find that you really like it or don’t care for certain ones as much. I still think that if it’s all about trying.”
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Jermel-Lynn Quillopo is a multi-faceted, energetic individual with experience in both print and broadcast journalism. “Social Encore” aims to tell diverse stories about Hawaii’s food, events and people; share your tips with Jermel via email or follow her on Twitter.

Review: ‘Ilo Ilo’

REVIEW BY BURL BURLINGAME / Special to the Star-Advertiser

I’m pretty much in awe of “Ilo Ilo.” Movies veer headlong toward scope and spectacle and noise these days, but this quiet little film from Singapore reminds us that films can also achieve near-impossible heights and depths of intimacy and empathy. At least in the right hands.

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Writer-director Anthony Chen has reached back into his own memories for this first feature. It seems to be mostly interior — the inside of cramped apartments, old cars, sterile schoolrooms. Set during a looming Asian financial crisis during the late 1990s, the white-collar working families of Singapore are suddenly facing layoffs and cutbacks after a couple decades of steady growth. It’s like the earth has been yanked out from under them. There is a pervading sense of unease that Chen hints at but never underscores.

One young Chinese family brings in a maid from the Philippines to help out. The father (Chen Tianwen) is simply unlucky, reduced to shambling self-pity, in a downward work spiral. The mother (Yeo Yann Yann) is hugely pregnant, unhappy and angry, but also frightened by circumstance. Their preteen son Jiale (Koh Jia Ler) reacts by acting out inappropriately.

In a lesser film, these would all be caricatures; here in “Ilo Ilo” we grow to understand and empathize with each of them. It’s a storytelling sleight-of-hand that makes even the slightest of turns wrenching. It’s a study of the pressure of powerlessness, the flip side karma.

Teresa the maid (Angeli Bayani) is unable to set things aright. She’s as overwhelmed as they are, but since it’s a job and not a family, she knows she can walk away at any time. It gives her some perspective. It helps in particular with Jiale, whom she’s able to transform from a rotten kid to merely an annoying one. When Teresa pushes back after Jiale plays a hateful trick on her, it feels like a great victory. We cheer her backbone.

It’s revealing that, as their financial status evaporates, the family gets rid of their car before they get rid of their maid.

The details feel right; the steadily compressing world around this family feels real. It helps that no one looks or acts like a movie star; everything is completely naturalistic to the point of seeming documentric.

And on the other hand, there is no feeling of a fourth wall or the presence of a camera. The cinematography is completely awesome because its so invisible. It all feels absolutely real — and when it ends, it’s surprising how much we’ve been drawn into and affected by this domestic drama. Film is the most humanizing of the public arts, and “Ilo Ilo” is a prime example.

Grind Time: Side Street serves up free food

BY JASON GENEGABUS / jason@staradvertiser.com

Leave it to the kind folks at Side Street Inn on Da Strip to prove you can still get something for nothing in Honolulu these days.

PHOTO BY JAMES GARRETT / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER

SIDE STREET INN ON DA STRIP OPERATIONS MANAGER ROBBIE ACOBA SERVES UP SAMPLE PLATES DURING MONDAY’S HAWAII’S BEST AWARDS GALA AT THE PACIFIC CLUB.

In case you missed it, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser asks readers to participate and vote for their favorites in the annual Hawaii’s Best Awards. This year’s winners were announced in print on Sunday, with a gala banquet at the Pacific Club on Monday for all the awardees.

Side Street has enjoyed much success with readers over the years, and 2014 was no different with chef Colin Nishida’s two locations sharing first place awards for Best Pupus, Best Pau Hana Hangout and Best Sports Bar.

To celebrate, the Kapahulu restaurant will offer a special freebie on Friday morning — free fried rice for everyone. No purchase necessary. For real.

The one catch? You’ve got to be a morning person. The free fried rice will only be served from 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Side Street on Da Strip is located at 614 Kapahulu Avenue. Call (808) 739-3939 or visit sidestreetinn.com.
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“Grind Time” is always looking for the latest places to get your grub on. Email Jason Genegabus with restaurant, bar or any other food/drink-related item at jason@staradvertiser.com and follow him on Twitter and Google+.

VIDEO: ‘The Pulse Minute’ – 6/27/2014

Gear up for the weekend with “The Pulse Minute” featuring Honolulu Pulse marketing coordinator Laura Grace D’Angeli on Hawaii News Now’s “Sunrise.”

“The Pulse Minute” appears Fridays at 7:50 a.m., showcasing the hottest events as featured in the Star-Advertiser’s TGIF (The Great Index to Fun) and HonoluluPulse.com, Hawaii’s top entertainment and nightlife website.

Take a Bite: BRUG celebrates first anniversary

BY NADINE KAM / nkam@staradvertiser.com

BRUG Bakery is celebrating its first anniversary at Shirokiya, Ala Moana Center, from July 3 through 31, with a variety of events, new products, prizes and giveaways.

PHOTOS COURTESY BRUG BAKERY

THE FIRST 1,000 CUSTOMERS TO PURCHASE FOUR BREADS OR PASTRIES ON THURSDAY WILL RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY BRUG COOLER BAG.

Beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, the first 1,000 customers who purchase four breads or pastries will receive a complimentary BRUG cooler bag. The insulated six-pack cooler bag will keep your drinks cold and is the perfect size for packing your daily lunch or summer snacks.

Purchase $100 in breads or pastries July 3 through 31, and you may also receive a limited edition car sun shade to keep your car interior cool, while supplies last. Only 100 shades are available.

New products being introduced this month include layer sandwiches, fruit and cream sandwiches popular in Japan, and a new tomato bread that will be available for a limited time. And all month long, BRUG will be offering some of its most popular breads and pastries for $1, available at a $1 table.

The bakery, based in Sapporo, Hokkaido, was founded by Katsuhide Takemura in 1977, based on his philosophy of serving additive-free, low-calorie and high-quality breads. Takemura now has five stores in Sapporo, and the Shirokiya store is his first outside of Japan. It opened July 3 last year. His next location will open in Malaysia in fall.

You can also enter to win free BRUG pastries for a year by “Liking” BRUG Bakery Hawaii on Facebook and sending a brief “Happy 1st Birthday” message anytime between July 3 and 31. The grand prize will be in the form of 12 $20 gift certificates. Second place will receive two $20 gift certificates, and third place will win one $20 gift certificate. (If you already “Liked” BRUG, send a birthday message to enter.) Winners will be notified on Aug. 1.

BRUG’S SIGNATURE BREAD.

BRUG will also launch a program in support of the local nonprofits by donating pastries to one nonprofit organization each month. In celebration of the first anniversary, BRUG’s first recipients will be HUGS, Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, Ronald McDonald House Hawaii, and Shriners Hospital for Children. Organizations may apply for consideration by emailing their request to brugcommunity@gmail.com.

In addition to these 1st anniversary events, BRUG also offers specials throughout the year, including:

Morning Coffee: Enjoy a 12-ounce cup of coffee for $1 between 8 and 10 a.m. every morning, with the purchase of any two breads or pastries.

Evening Set: Purchase two breads or pastries, and receive a free cup of homemade soup, between 6:30 and 9 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays.

BRUG IS MARKING ITS FIRST ANNIVERSARY AT SHIROKIYA AFTER WINNING FANS OVER WITH ITS JAPAN-MEETS-GERMANY BREADS AND ROLLS, INCLUDING THIS BEST-SELLING SAUSAGE ROLL.

Daily Theme: A “daily theme” table near the bakery entrance features breads and pastries that include the daily theme ingredient, as follows:

» Monday: Changes seasonally
» Tuesday: Changes seasonally
» Wednesday: Raisin
» Thursday: Chocolate
» Friday: Curry
» Saturday: Cream Cheese
» Sunday: Fruit

Baker’s Dozen Special: Purchase one dozen pastries anytime, and get one pastry free.

BRUG is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays. Call (808) 973-9111
, or follow the bakery on Facebook and Instagram.
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Nadine Kam is Style Editor and staff restaurant critic at the Honolulu Star-Advertiser; her coverage in print on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Contact her via email at nkam@staradvertiser.com and follow her on Twitter, Instagram and Rebel Mouse.

Fashion Tribe: Cut Collective hosts sale

BY NADINE KAM / nkam@staradvertiser.com

The Cut Collective will host an end of the month sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at its offices at the Manoa Innovation Center, 2800 Woodlawn Drive.

Up for grabs during the White Hot Summer Sale will be tops, shorts and coverups by Allison Izu, joined by Ten Tomorrow, Rumi Murakami and brand company Plan Z.

You’ll also scoop up a free tote or cosmetic pouch, while supplies, last, with purchases of $100 or more.

The Cut Collective will also participate in two events in July:

» July 5: Mo’ili’ili Summer Fest, 5 to 10:30 p.m. in the old Varsity Theatre parking lot at 1100 University Ave.

» July 6: Arts and Flavors, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hawaii Kai Retirement Community, 428 Kawaihae St.
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Nadine Kam is Style Editor and staff restaurant critic at the Honolulu Star-Advertiser; her coverage appears in print on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Contact her via email at nkam@staradvertiser.com and follow her on Twitter, Instagram and Rebel Mouse.