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8 Days a Week: More than a dozen must-try events in Honolulu

COURTESY JAMAREK

THURSDAY

Hawaii High School Jazz Festival: Trumpeter Mike Lewis and his big band present some of Hawaii’s best high school jazz bands, including Hot Club of Punahou, Hawaii High School All-Star Big Band and Maryknoll Spartan Big Band. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com

FRIDAY

Pacific Music Institute: Featuring students of Hawaii Youth Symphony’s summer Pacific Music Institute program. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Kahala Mall. 941-9706, hiyouthsymphony.org

First Friday at HiSAM: Music by DJ Jem, Keilana, Mango Season and more, fashion show by Ano Swimwear, hands-on art activities and pop-up shops; museum galleries will be open. 6-9 p.m., Hawaii State Art Museum, 250 S. Hotel St. 586-0900, hisam.hawaii.gov/calendar

SATURDAY

SALT Summer BBQ and Brew: Music presented by The Ukulele Site with musicians including Zach Shimizu, Kalei Gamiao and Spooky Couch, plus barbecue from Butcher & Bird, brews from Village Bottle Shop & Tasting Room and more. A benefit for the Marine Reconnaissance Foundation. 11 a.m., SALT at Our Kaka‘ako. saltatkakaako.com

Endless Summer Festival: Showcase of food, retail and handmade products. 4-10 p.m., Kalakaua Avenue between Seaside and Kapahulu avenues (lane closures start 1 p.m.). 533-9016, millwoodohanaproductions.com

Moiliili Summer Fest: The annual event, a modern street festival alongside Honolulu’s largest bon dance, highlights the cultural diversity, history, and businesses of Moiliili. With food and retail vendors, keiki games, DIY projects and cultural activities. 5-10 p.m., Varsity Office Building, 1100 University Ave. and Coyne Street from University Avenue to Kaialui Street (traffic diverted 2 p.m). moiliilisummerfest.com

Russ: New Jersey-born Russ Vitale — a rapper, singer-songwriter and producer — is known for hits including “Ain’t Goin Back,” “Losin Control” and “What They Want.” 8 p.m., Blaisdell Arena. $49.50-$59.50; meet-and-greet tickets $150. 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com

Chris Lake: British producer and DJ of house, electro house and deep house music. 18+. 9 p.m., The Republik. $25-$35. jointherepublik.com

Hook+Line: Musical project of Midwestern transplants Jacob Staron on guitar, vocals and foot drum, and his partner Mari Maffioli on vocals, harmonica and washboard. Joined by the vibrant Caroline Pond of “Snake Oil Medicine Show” on vocals and fiddle, and local musician Alex Morrison of “Gypsy 808” on acoustic and electric bass. Hook+Line performs energetic roots rhythm and blues music. 9 p.m., WorkPlay, 814 Ilaniwai St. 457-1322, workplayhi.com

SUNDAY

SuperSlyde Pool Party: Presented by Gay Island Guide, the event includes international DJ Hector Fonseca. 1-5 p.m., Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. $20-$25; VIP cabana and table packages available. gayislandguide.com

Ginai presents The Music of Sade: A tribute by local singer-songwriter Ginai to soul singer Sade. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com

TUESDAY

Willie K: Hawaiian guitarist/vocalist plays everything from acoustic Hawaiian music to jazz, reggae, rock, country and even opera. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $30-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com

WEDNESDAY

Jamarek: Dance band featuring Sekou Camara, bringing African and Latin-inspired music to Honolulu. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com

Jazz Wednesday: Featuring the Pacific Music Institute Jazz Band. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Gordon Biersch. 599-4877

Cinema in the Park — “Adrift”: Screening of the 2018 film starring Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflin, and based on the true story of two adventurers whose chance encounter leads them first to love, then to the adventure of a lifetime. Bring blankets; lawn chairs not permitted. 7-9 p.m., Victoria Ward Park. Free, but tickets required: wardvillage.com

Debut of “Rock Night” at Nashville Waikiki: Dance to classic-rock hits, as performed by Hawaii’s Chain Reaction. 8-11 p.m., Nashville Waikiki, 1 Aloha Tower Drive. 383-7348

JULY 11

Twilight Summer Concert Series — Hale Hou: Take a stroll through Foster Botanical Garden in the late afternoon, then enjoy a free concert by the Hawaiian, slack-key guitar and ukulele band. 4:30-7 p.m. free admission, 5:45-6:30 p.m. concert, 180 N. Vineyard Blvd. 768-7135, honolulu.gov/parks/hbg/honolulu-botanical-gardens.html

Hanauma Talks: “What corals tell us about their past, present, and future”: by Bob Richmond, Kewalo Marine Laboratory, University of Hawaii. 6:15 p.m., Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve Visitor Center. (Free parking after 4 p.m.) 397-5840

Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concert Series — Kalani Pe‘a and Josh Tatofi: Local entertainment under the stars on the Waikiki Aquarium lawn. Bring low chairs or beach mats. 7-9:30 p.m. at the aquarium. $15-$50; free for ages 4 and younger. waikikiaquarium.org/kkokk


For additional events, visit staradvertiser.com/calendar.


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