Friday, November 1: Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau).  Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue.  10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 245-6931.

Saturday, November 2:  The Pacific Rim Jazz Festival.  Entertainers featured are Sheila E, Bobby Caldwell, Keiko Matsui, Mindi Abair, Brian Simpson, Spencer Day, Gregg Karukas, Michael Paulo, Jackiem Joyner, Rene Paulo, Jimmy Borges, Ginai and Al Waterson. The Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, 3 - 10 p.m. Tickets are available at TIX.com or […]

Friday & Saturday, November 15 & 16: Hawaii Pops Presents: Live at Lewers – Featuring Jack Jones, the Singer’s Singer.  Halekulani Hotel, 2199 Kalia Rd., Honolulu.  There will be two sets both nights, the first at 8:00 p.m. and the second at 10:00 p.m.  For tickets and information, call Halekulani Dining Reservations at (808) 923-2311 […]

Friday, November 22: 12th Annual Hawai'i Pacific University Winter Concert 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Central Union Church.  Enjoy this Winter Concert featuring the HPU Band, International Vocal Ensemble, Chorale, and HPU Symphony Orchestra. Titled, “In Dulci Jubilo,” (Joy to the World), talented HPU musicians will present works from around the world as well as […]

Saturday, November 30:  Hangar Talk & Book Signing with Rob Simbeck, author of Daughter of the Air: The Brief Soaring Life of Cornelia Fort.  Pacific Aviation Museum, located at 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor, Oahu. Book signing from 2 to 4 p.m.; Hangar Talk from 3 to 4 p.m;. cake and punch […]

Saturday, December 7:  Mililani Town Christmas Parade. Mililani Shopping Center will be welcoming the holiday season with a host of winter-themed crafts, performances, and activities for kids of all ages! Festivities begin at 9 a.m., as the parade begins at Mililani Shopping Center, 95-221 Kipapa Dr., Mililani, and travels to the town center. For information call […]

Every Monday through Saturday Night:  Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 to 2 a.m. nightly.  For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Wednesday, December 4: Castle Medical Christmas Tree Lighting. The event, a beloved family tradition for Windward Oahu, promise to be even more special this year as the medical center celebrates its 50th anniversary. Plans include colorful decorations, bright lights, holiday concerts and trolley rides. Photo opportunities with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus and Nana Bear. […]

Thursday, December 5:  Pacific Aviation Museum’s 7th Anniversary Dinner Gala: “Some Enchanted Evening”.  This year, the annual fundraiser for Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor takes you back to 1950s Bali Hai with Polynesian decorations, cuisine, and entertainment. Dan Cooke emcees. Cocktails, dinner, entertainment, and silent auction to help support the Museum’s Education and Restoration programs. […]

Thursday, December 5: Kaimuki Christmas Parade.  Parade starts at 6 p.m. Young and old will congregate along Waialae Avenue, starting at Chaminade University and traveling up to Koko Head Avenue, with Santa Claus as the finale. The parade culminates with the lighting of the Kaimuki Christmas Tree near the Fire Station.  Kaimuki Town, Waialae Ave., […]