Frolic picks: Weekend events

Thursday, Nov. 6

Dances of Love Festival Hawaii 2014

Nov. 6-11, 6 p.m.
Queen Kapiolani Hotel
150 Kapahulu Ave.
$15-$199
Purchase tickets at: eventbrite.com

The Dances of Love Festival Hawaii 2014 was founded on the belief that dance is a powerful means of building community, self-awareness, connection to others, and feeling profoundly alive in our bodies. Throughout this festival, distinguished instructors will be leading a variety of fun and engaging workshops featuring “the dances of love.” Tango and salsa workshops will be offered, in addition to belly dancing, SUP yoga, Gyrotonics, Afro-Latin contemporary, yoga for dancers, ecstatic dance and hula.

Friday, Nov. 7

HONOLULU Fashion Week (Day 1)

Nov. 7, 1-9 p.m.
Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Ave.
Free
For more info visit: honolulumagazine.com

11 a.m.-9 p.m.: Shopping, beauty bar and sponsor lounge activities

3 p.m.: HIFI Presents: Kaua’i Art Factory, a collective of designers and artists from the Garden Isle land on Oahu to show their latest work with support from HIFI and the Kaua’i Chamber of Commerce.

6 p.m.: Runway Show: Art of Fashion: The Best of Neiman Marcus
Showcase of the latest collections from some of the world’s best designers in an exciting and cutting-edge runway presentation.

7:30 p.m.: HIFI Presents: Kini and Dinko Spring/Summer 2015 by Kini Zamora and Dinko Satta
Kin Zamora of Project Runway Season 13 and partner, Dinko Satta, unveil the much anticipated S/S 2015 collection of their eponymous line, Kini and Dinko.

First Friday Honolulu

Nov. 7, 4 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Chinatown Arts District

First Friday has arrived once again and here are some highlights you can look forward to:

• Art at Marks Garage: “Maka Lua” paintings and sculptures by Carl Pao. 5-10 p.m. 1159 Nuuanu Ave. artsatmarks.com
• In4mation: Featuring art by Aaron Kai in the “Capsule Collection.” 5-10 p.m. 1154 Nuuanu Ave. informants.com
• Louis Pohl Gallery: “Stills and Abstracts” featuring artwork by Keiko Thomas and Kay Chun Sasaki. Meet the artists this First Friday. 1142 Bethel St. louispohlgallery.com</>
• NextDoor: Mods vs. Rockers, a celebration of classic and vintage cars and motorbikes. 43 N. Hotel St.

Chef Showcase Dinner at The Pearl

Nov. 7, 6 p.m.
Leeward Community College – The Pearl
96-045 Ala Ike St.
$70 without wine; $85 with pairings

Chef Ronnie Nasuti of the award-winning Tiki’s Grill & Bar joins the students of our Culinary Arts program for a special culinary event. Join them for a night of celebrating the taste of Wai-Tiki. The Chef Showcase Dinner is offered once each semester. Leeward Culinary students work along side the invited guest, learning from Hawaii’s finest.

Jon Cleary

Nov. 7, 7 p.m.
Atherton Performing Arts Studio at Hawaii Public Radio
738 Kaheka St.
$30 GA; $25 HPR members; $15 students w/ ID
Purchase tickets: brownpapertickets.com

Born in England and bred in New Orleans, Jon Cleary is a multi-talented pianist with a knack for composing infectious grooves. He balances solo performances with his own euphonious trio and the noted funk band The Absolute Monster Gentlemen. His solo performance in the Atherton will feature his signature sound and an evening of insights about the music of New Orleans.

The Vitals EP Release Party

Nov. 7, 8:30 p.m.
Crossroads at Hawaiian Brianʻs
1680 Kapiolani Boulevard
$15 pre-sale; $20 regular

The Vitals is a brand new collaboration of musicians from Windward Oahu, showcasing an innovative mix of original music and reggae covers. Along with The Vitals, The Jimmy Weeks Project, Kapu System and Bamboocrucial will perform.

Saturday, Nov. 8

The Color Run

Nov. 8, 9 a.m.
Barbers Point
301-333 Hornet Street
$45-50
Purchase tickets: thecolorrun.com

The Color Run is a 5K, un-timed race, involving thousands of participants doused from head to toe in different colors. The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5k on the Planet, is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality.

Now the single largest event series in the United States, The Color Run has exploded since its debut event. It’s now hosted more than 170 events in 30+ countries.

HONOLULU Fashion Week (Day 2)

Nov. 8, 12-9 p.m.
Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Ave.
Free
For more info visit: honolulumagazine.com

1 p.m.-9 p.m.: Shopping, beauty bar and sponsor lounge activities

1 p.m.: Runway show: Get Out (active, swim, surf)
Featuring active, swim and surf wear from featured designers including Naissance, the Japanese line by Takashi Kumagai; and Tsu.ya, the line of activewear by Olympic gold medal figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi.

3 p.m.: HIFI Presents: Conscious Designers Hawai’i
A nascent coalition of Hawaii designers dedicated to eco and socially conscious clothing make their debut on the runway at HONOLULU Fashion Week.

7:30 p.m.: Hawaiian Airlines Presents MAMo Wearable Art Fashion Show

Buffett Fest

Nov. 8, 2-10 p.m.
Jimmy Buffettʻs At the Beachcomber
2300 Kalakaua Ave.
Free

If you like piña coladas and getting great deals on drinks, and if you love live local music, head to the Buffett Fest at the Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber Resort. Local entertainers Fiji (8 p.m.), Kapena (6 p.m.), Manao Company and Micah G. (4 p.m.), and Shar Carillo (2 p.m.) will be performing. No cover.

Sixteen Candles a Dramatic Stage Reading

Nov. 8, 2-4 p.m.
ARTS at Marks Garage
1159 Nuuanu Ave.
$10 advanced purchase; $15 at the door
Purchase tickets at: eventbrite.com

Seven actors will perform a dramatic stage reading from the hit ’80s movie, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The show will also feature interactive moments involving the audience. After Saturday’s reading, stick around for an ’80-themed dance along with a prom-style photo booth. Dress in your best ’80s.

Kaskade

Nov. 8, 5 p.m.
Turtle Bay Resort
57-091 Kamehameha Highway
$65
Purchase tickets at: flavorus.com

Ryan Raddon, known as Kaskade, has been in the trenches of the EDM scene as an original recording artist and in-demand DJ for more than a decade.

The Grammy-nominated artist has scored twelve Top 10 hits on Billboard’s Hot Dance Airplay Chart and created chart-topping remixes for everyone from Lady Gaga to Beyoncé. He’s become known as an EDM innovator opening the doors for Deadmau5, Tiesto, Skrillex and more.

Channel 3

Nov. 8, 7 p.m.
Anna O’Brien’s
2440 S. Beretania St.
$20 (plus fees)
Purchase tickets at: flavorus.com

Legendary punk rock band Channel 3 is coming to Hawaii for the first time. Formed in the early ’80s alongside bands such as Bad Religion, TSOL, Social Distortion and Youth Brigade, this Southern California band is back on the road after releasing their newest self-titled album on Dr. Strange Records.

5th Annual Eurocinema Hawaii Awards Gala

Nov. 8, 7 p.m.
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa
2365 Kalakaua Ave.
$175
Purchase tickets at: eurocinemahawaii.org

This festival within a festival (part of the Hawaii International Film Festival) is considered one of Honolulu’s most glamorous black tie parties of the year, featuring European film screenings, panels and lots of movers and shakers who come to be seen.

Sunday, Nov. 9

HONOLULU Fashion Week (Day 3)

Nov. 9, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Ave.
HIFI Connects: $25 (free for HFX members)

10 a.m.-12 p.m.: HIFI Connects: The Business of Fashion, Coffee and Dialogue
World-renowned fashion professionals from across the industry share what goes on behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week and beyond. HFX Mentor Panel includes Jacky Tang (retail & branding), Lynne O’Neill (production), Roman Young (talent), Bliss Lau (design & branding), Henry Navarro (art & education).

12 p.m.-4 p.m.: Shopping, beauty bar and sponsor lounge activities

Hale Aina Awards

Nov. 9, 7-9:30 p.m.
Coconut Grove at The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort
2259 Kalakaua Ave.
$100
Purchase tickets at: eventbrite.com

HONOLULU magazine names the winners of its Hale Aina dining awards, with an appropriate showcase of cuisine from 14 top island restaurants, including Roy’s Waikīkī, Kalapawai, Le Bistro, Pig and the Lady, Alan Wong’s, Mariposa and Azure. The after-party will take place at Sheraton Waikīkī’s RumFire, with DJs and live entertainment until midnight.

HIFF 2014 Closing Night Film: ʻVisions in the Dark: The Life of Pinky Thompsonʻ world premiere”

Nov. 9, 7 p.m.
Hawaii Theatre
1130 Bethel St.
$12 general public; $10 seniors, military, students, children; $8 HIFF Ohana members (HIFF’s film club)
Purchase tickets at: hiff.org

HIFF will conclude with the world premiere of the Hawaii-produced, “Visions in the Dark: The Life of Pinky Thompson,” directed by Ty Sanga. Thompson fought hard against the stigma of an inferior native Hawaiian, championing a health care system, creating invaluable educational programs and strengthening the pride of native Hawaiians. His legacy lives on through his work as a social worker and community leader, including leadership posts at Kamehameha Schools and the Polynesian Voyaging Society.

http://program.hiff.org/films/detail/visions_in_the_dark_the_life_of_pinky_t_2014