Pitstop: 12/01/17
Friday December 1
Eric Watanabe + Ashley Watanabe Wong
Local father-daughter duo Eric Watanabe and Ashley Watanabe Wong perform with special guest artists Benny Chong with Robert Shinoda at Odori-ko restaurant from 6 to 8:30 p.m. No cover, but seating is limited so reservations are recommended. (955-6555)
Castle Park, Zachtoro, The Groovees Live
Downbeat Lounge and DJ Jet Boy present a live music event featuring the heavy psychedelic riffs of Castle Park, the hypnotic beats of Zachtoro and the rollicking indie rock of The Groovees. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is $5 for those 21 and older. Prior to that, Superpax performs from 6 to 8 p.m. for happy hour; admission is free. (downbeatdiner.com)
Mahi‘ai Kekumu Live
Mahi‘ai Kekumu and special guest Gj perform live at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
The Jade Pendant
Catch local boy Brian Yang in The Jade Pendant, which opens at Regal Dole Cannery Stadium 18 today. Showtimes are 12:30, 3:15, 6 and 8:50. (844-462-7342)
Saturday December 2
Pinch of SALT
Shop local at A Pinch of SALT from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at SALT at Our Kakaako. Find gifts made by local artisans, crafters and designers at dozens of pop-up locations. (pinchofsaltkakaako@gmail.com)
Sunday December 3
SCCA Solo
Try four timed laps at the Sports Car Club of America solo/autocross course in competition with other cars and trucks at Aloha Stadium parking lot. Visit website for more information. (scchawaii.org)
ManoaDNA Charity Concert
ManoaDNA is celebrating the holidays once again with their annual charity concert and toy drive for underserved children. Shows are at 6:30 and 9 p.m. at Blue Note Hawaii. Attendees are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to donate to Laulima Giving Program. Visit website for cost. (bluenotehawaii.com, 777-4890)
Monday December 4
Open Mic
Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand present an open mic night from 6 to 9 p.m. Signups start at 5:45 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. (hulas.com)
Tuesday December 5
Live Music
Biku Shimabuku presents live original sets by singer-songwriters at 8 p.m. at Downbeat Lounge. Admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Jared Ming Live
Jared Ming and special guest Gj perform live at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Wednesday December 6
Since We Were Kids Live
Ocean’s Deep presents Since We Were Kids performing live at Downbeat Lounge. The California skatecore group plays the venue, with support by local artists Anti-Matter, Rotten Blossom, Smitz and Ocean’s Deep. Show starts at 9 p.m., and admission is $10 for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Vincent Royo Live
Vincent Royo and special guest Gj perform live at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. (hulas.com)
Auto Lunch Bunch
The Auto Lunch Bunch meets at noon at Waikiki Yacht Club. Guest speaker will be Avery Tsui, head of the Hawaii Region of the Sports Car Club of America. He’ll talk about rally cross races and the bran new course. Cost is $18 and includes meal, drink, tax and tip. RSVP to by phone or email. (225-2965, edracers@aol.com)
