Pitstop: 8/24/12
Friday August 24
Nextdoor’s 7th Anniversary
Nextdoor, 5 p.m., tickets available online. Featuring Ztrip for Nextdoor’s 7th anniversary. (eventbrite.com/event/3987007246)
Open Mic Night
3rd Cup Cafe & Venue, 7:30 p.m., free. Open mic night. (888-6087)
The Joy Of Food And Wine
Halekulani Hotel, 5:30 p.m., $350. Call for reservations. A wide variety of wines from around the world and private collections will be featured along with wines from Southern Wine & Spirits for pairing with culinary delights. (566-3461, rehabhospital.org/foundation/events)
Mike Love Live
Indigo, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., $5/cover starts at 9 p.m. 21 and older. Eyesonmic will be playing in the Green Room starting at 8 p.m. (521-2900)
Nicole Naone Exhibit
The Human Imagination, 1154 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu, until September, free. In her debut solo show, artist Nicole Naone makes resonance of the female form through luminous composures in bronze, foam, plaster, and illustrations. Playing with the supple veil of attraction inherent in the ample body, we are shown the timeless coercion of this mass. (NicoleNaone.com)
“Richard III”
The ARTS at Marks Garage, call for tickets, cost and schedule. Hawaii Shakes 2012 – Eleventh Season. (1-800-838-3006, hawaiishakes.org)
Ooklah The Moc Live
Anna O’Briens, 9 p.m., free. Ooklah the Moc live smashing up two sets to dance the night away. (pacificlimits.com)
Pop And Launch
M Nightclub, 5-9 p.m., free. Celebrate the launch of purejoyhawaii.com with an evening of food, fashion and fun. (mnlhnl.com)
Live Music
Kailua Town Pub & Grill, 26 Hoolai St., Kailua, 21 and older, $5/cover. Aug. 24 Top Jimmy; Aug. 31 Missing Dave; Sept. 7 Analog. Must have valid ID to get in. (230-8444)
808 All Stars
35 North Hotel St., Honolulu, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., free. 21 and older. In the Visual Mix every fourth Friday of the month. DJs Quicksilva, 720 and (an)Rky & Technique. (facebook.com/events/407052296010912/)
Saturday August 25
Kunia Live
Kunia Shopping Center, 3-5 p.m., free. The August Kunia Live will be held in the Bank of Hawaii parking lot area. This event is the last chance to qualify for the Grand Finale in October. (shopkunia.com)
Big Dawg Live
Indigo, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., $10 cover starts at 9 p.m. Live music will start in the Green Room then push into to the night with Big Dawg playing from 10 p.m. till 1 a.m. rocking downtown Chinatown. (521-2900)
Musiq Soulchild Live
Blaisdell Concert Hall, 7 p.m., $45-$150. Soul Sessions V2 “Laugh Now Cry Later” is an experience for your senses. Musiq Soulchild will continue the night with R&B, neo soul hits. (blaisdellcenter.com)
Introduction To PHP & MYSQL
UHM Sakamaki C104, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $275, register for L12090. With instructor Darrell Kim. Visit website to register. (outreach.hawaii.edu/pnm)
Ka Himeni Ana Hawaiian Music Competition
Hawaii Theatre at 7 p.m., visit website for cost. Ka Himeni Ana, founded by Richard M. Towill, features amateur Hawaiian music groups performing in the “nahenahe” style, the distinctive Hawaiian music form that features sweet vocal harmony supported by unamplified acoustic instruments. (kahimeniana.com)
Kanikapila Kailua
Second floor of the parking garage behind Longs near Whole Foods Market in Kailua Town, 4-5:30 p.m., free. Maunalua performs. (castlefoundation.org)
One Small Step Fundraiser
Magic Island Beach Park, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., free admission. This event is to bring awareness to his rare condition and help raise funds for research of Prader-Willi Syndrome. There will be music, raffle prizes and free food and drinks. Hosted by Anykine Grill.
De Shannon Higa’s Subtonic Orchestra
Jazz Minds, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., $10. Bump feat. Intrepid, Local trumpeter DeShannon Higa features a who’s who list of local talent to create diverse musical landscapes. Hip hop, Nujazz. (945-0800)
Electronics Expo
Windward Mall, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free. From interactive exhibits to gaming stations Windward Mall’s electronic expo will have a variety of products and tables for the whole family to enjoy. (windwardmall.com)
Hot For Teacher
Bar 35, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., $5, 21 and older. Inspired by Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher,” a song from the album 1984, 80s Pop Muzik brings you another hot, sexy evening of dancing, live music and DJs. (djnocturna.com)
The Charlie Chan Mystery Tour
Call for meeting location, day time tour starts at 1 p.m., $35/person, $25/military. Reservations required by phone or email. In honor of the 128th anniversary of the birth of writer Earl Derr Biggers, historian Steven Fredrick hosts “The Charlie Chan Mystery Tour” in downtown Honolulu. (395-0674, filmguy54@hotmail.com)
Hungry For Hockey
10 Acres Park, 95-1000 Makaunulau St., Mililani, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., free. Skating/hockey clinics at 10 a.m. and noon, food for all participants, loaner equipment provided to players. Call to register. (216-0220, mililaniinline@gmail.com)
Discognito Disguise Party
Thirtyninehotel, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., visit website for more information. Dance all night and be perfect strangers. (facebook.com/events/102225769928526/)
Luke Francis Live
Indigo, 8 p.m., cover. Hosted by Anthony Nigrelli and features Luke Francis and Michael C. Hall. (facebook.com/events/348397881909535/)
JJ Flores Live
Nextdoor, 43 N. Hotel St., Honolulu, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., 18 and older, tickets online. (jjfloreshonolulu.eventbrite.com, facebook.com/events/506240322734739/)
Sunday August 26
Hawaii Craftsmen Call To Artists
Honolulu Museum of Art School, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free. Oahu artists may submit their artwork for review. (hawaiicraftsmen.memberlodge.org/ae)
Android: Getting Started
Kahala Mall Verizon Wireless, 9-10 a.m., visit website for more information and to register. This workshop walks you through hardware functions, setting up your email, adding social network accounts and customizing your device.(vzwworkshops.verizonwireless.com/vzwworkshops/)
College Savings Plans
Kaneohe Public Library, 3 p.m., free. Learn how to compare various options and how to save for college. Find out about 529 College Savings Plans, and how they fit into your overall financial plan. (233-5676)
DXC Hawaii
Loft in Space, 831 Queen St., Honolulu, 3-9 p.m., tickets online. Buy, sell, trade. Sneakers, music, fashion, art. (dunkxchange.com)
Monday August 27
Live Music
Live Music M Nightclub, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. Duncan Osorio performs. (mnlhnl.com)
Tuesday August 28
Live Music
Live Music M Nightclub, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. Easton “Kona” Ravey performs. (mnlhnl.com)
Wednesday August 29
Men In Grey Suits
Indigo, Chinatown, 6-9 p.m., free. Men in Grey Suits performs. (mykelc@earthlink.net)
Hawaii Craftsmen’s 2012 Statewide Juried Exhibition
Honolulu Museum Art School Gallery, 1111 Victoria St., Honolulu, Aug. 30 to Sept. 20, free. Opening reception Aug. 29 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The annual exhibition of new work, created by members of Hawaii Craftsmen, will be juried by Jo Lauria. (hawaiicraftsmen.org)
Adam Crowe And Friends Live
The Real Gastropub, 1120 Auahi St., Honolulu, 5:30-7:30 p.m., free. (596-2566)
Live Music
M Nightclub, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. Jeremy Cheng performs. (mnlhnl.com)
TOP4
Nextdoor, visit website for times and more inforamtion, free. Clones of the Queen, The Jumpoffs, Monarx and Alt/Air performing. (852-2243)
Celebrate The King Of Pop’s Birthday
Royal Hawaiian Theatre, top floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center, call for reservations and cost. Before you say Farewell My Summer Love, end summer on a high note by celebrating the King of Pop’s birthday with the cast of Legends in Concert Waikiki. (629-7469, LegendsWaikiki.com)
Thursday August 30
End Of Summer Mixer
Aloha Tower Marketplace, second floor, 5:30-10 p.m., free. All new venue with more space for networking. 2nd floor of the Aloha Tower (former Big Island Steak House). Nextworking has been featured on KHON2 News due to its fast growing attendance. (mail@potentproductions808.com)
Hawaii Craftsmen’s 2012 Statewide Juried Exhibition
Honolulu Museum Art School Gallery, 1111 Victoria St., Honolulu, Aug. 30 to Sept. 20, free. The annual exhibition of new work, created by members of Hawaii Craftsmen, will be juried by Jo Lauria. (hawaiicraftsmen.org)
Motionless In White
Hawaiian Brian’s Showroom, 6 p.m., tickets available online. All ages. A new breed of dark rockers is subtly taking over, stealing the hearts of a dedicated legion of fans, with a blend of intense melodic metal and a penchant for the macabre. (facebook.com/events/355282131210789/)
Blogging For Fun, Profit Or Influence
UHM Sakamaki C104, 6-9 p.m., $70, register for L12082. With instructor Steve Petranik. Visit website to register. (outreach.hawaii.edu/pnm)
Live Music
Live Music M Nightclub, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free. Jeff James and Shay Marcello perform. (mnlhnl.com)
Wine Tastings + Automobiles Event
Honolulu Ford, 1370 N. King St., Honolulu, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $50. Enjoy wine, pupus, explore Ford’s newest automobiles and meet your fellow KBA members and friends. Email to RSVP. (jfelipe@asbhawaii.com)
Nextworking
Aloha Tower Marketplace, second floor, 5:30-10 p.m., free. Honolulu’s largest free professional mixer. (mail@potentproductions808.com)
