THURSDAY-SATURDAY
Splendors of Ikebana: Exhibit featuring the art of Japanese flower arranging. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Hawaii State Library. ikebana-hawaii.org
THURSDAY
Ke Kani O Ke Kai Summer Concert Series — Kawaikapuokalani Hewett, Jerry Santos and Kamuela Kimokeo, and Streetlight Cadence: 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
FRIDAY
Shaka: Ukulele and vocals by Shaka every second Friday of the month. 5-8 p.m., Hukilau, 1088 Bishop St. 523-3460
The Return of Black Rose: Rock show also featuring Cole and the Blackouts, and Shoot 2 Thrill. 8:30 p.m., Anna O’Brien’s, 2440 S. Beretania St. $5. 946-5190
Pub Sessions with Hook+Line: Americana night with the energetic roots, rhythm and blues group. 9 p.m., Sin Lounge, 1111 Nuuanu Ave. 538-8746
SATURDAY
Summer Craft and Collectibles Fair: Discover antiques and gifts from vendors from around the island as they showcase their collections of Japanese themed artwork, kimono, swords, kokeshi, porcelain, jewelry and textiles. Also featuring Japanese vases on sale. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Teruya Courtyard and Gift Shop. 945-7633, jcch.com
Waikiki Street Jam: Block festival showcasing food, retail and handmade products , plus games and rides for keiki. 4-10 p.m., along Kalakaua Avenue. Event will close Kalakaua Avenue, all lanes and sidewalk areas from Seaside to Uluniu avenues. Lane closures start 12:30 p.m. for set up. millwoodohanaproductions.com
Mele & Hula at Lanikuhonua: The Lanikuhonua Cultural Institute presents its ninth annual summer concert featuring Hawaiian music and dance. With music by Kimie Miner, Ei Nei and Darren Benitez, as well as hula performances by Halau Hi‘iakainamakalehua and Miss Aloha Hula 2019 Taizha Keakealani Hughes-Kaluhiokalani, Halau Ka La ‘Onohi Mai O Ha‘eha‘e and a fashion show by Tiare Teiti and Keao Lono. 4:30-9 p.m., Lanikuhonua oceanfront lawn in Ko Olina. $20-$25. lanikuhonua.com
“Listening While Muslim: Rooted in Resistance”: Explore Pan-African identity through a sonic production curated by Karima Daoudi and Asad Ali Jafri. Daoudi and Jafri explore the musical, ideological and political intersections of the African Diaspora, using the 1969 Festival panafricain d’Alger as a starting point. 5 p.m., Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design. $20. eventbrite.com
“Hold On” Live Concert & Art Exhibit: Featuring singer-songwriter Meleana Brown and artist Leni Acosta Knight, to benefit local nonprofits. “Dressy cocktail” attire. 5 p.m. art exhibit/auction opens, 7:30 p.m. concert, Cupola Theatre-Bamboo Room, Honolulu Design Center. $45-$95. 859-3859, 308-9902
Words Over Weapons: A celebration of communication featuring poetry and hip-hop, including poets Darron Cambra, Lani Fisher, Jesse Lipman and Travis T; hip-hop artists Cedric Clinton and Punahele; MC Destiny Sharion; and DJs Leanski and Lucky Kids. 6-10 p.m., Hawaiian Aroma Caffe & Bar, Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger, 2300 Kalakaua Ave. 256-2602
Rex Navarrete: Featured comedian of Andy Bumatai’s Comic to Comic Series. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com
Gordon Freitas: The songwriter, historian and storyteller performs Island-inflected folk rock originals. 7:30 p.m., Atherton Performing Arts Studio, 738 Kaheka St. $15-$25. 955-8821, hprtickets.org
Elvis Cortez: Cortez, of Left Alone, a punk rock band from California, returns to Chinatown with support from Jonny Random and Nick Danger. 21+. 9 p.m., Downbeat Lounge, 42 N. Hotel St. $5. 533-2328
Cash Cash: Brothers Jean Paul and Alex Makhlouf and lifelong friend Samuel Frisch create electronic music with pop and dance elements. (Sold out.) 18+. 9 p.m., The Republik. $25-$40. jointherepublik.com
SUNDAY
Just Kickin’ It 2000s — Smokestack, Maryanne Ito, Melodie Soul and Maile: Local ladies of soul take audiences back to the whimsical age of the 2000s. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com
MONDAY
Takuya Kuroda with The Dae Han Ensemble: Whether moving from Japan to the U.S. or navigating between the influences of jazz, soul, hip-hop, Afrobeat and electronica, trumpeter/composer Takuya Kuroda has never followed a straight path. 6:30 and 9 p.m., Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave. $25-$45. 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com
TUESDAY
AAUW Honolulu Talk Story Tuesday: Conversations on topics that impact women and girls in Hawaii, with complimentary pupu and wine specials. 5:30-7:30 p.m., The Plaza Club, Pioneer Plaza, 900 Fort Street Mall. RSVP: honolulu-hi.aauw.net/2019/07/12/talk-story-tuesdays-august-2019/
“Reel Wahine of Hawaii” screening: A series of short documentaries about Hawaii women in film, created by an intergenerational collaboration between young graduates of Hawaii Women in Filmmaking’s programs and veteran filmmakers. 7 p.m., Cupola Gallery at Stage, sponsored by Amuse Wine Bar. Reservations: 782-8920
WEDNESDAY
Murphy’s Pigskin Pigout Block Party: Food and drinks, plus store and live auction with sports collectibles and more. A benefit for the University of Hawaii Na Koa Football Club and Hawaii Bowl Foundation. 5:30-10 p.m., Murphy’s Bar & Grill. Event will close Merchant Street, from Nuuanu Avenue to Bethel Street. $125. 523-3688, hawaiibowlfoundation.org
AUG. 15
Cool Dogs of Summer: Pet-friendly event with food and beer, raffle prizes, pet photo booth, pet fashion show, and more. A fundraiser for the Calvin & Susie Hawaii Animal Foundation. 6-9 p.m., Blue Planet Surf Shop, 540 Ward Ave. calvinandsusie.com
