Weekend Picks – December 18, 2008
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.
Bubble Yum
What: Pick your favorite champagne or sparkling wine for the holidays or to ring in the new year at HASR Wine Co.’s Battle of the Bubblies champagne tasting.
When: Friday, 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: HASR Wine Co., 31 N. Pauahi Street, Chinatown
Details: The tasting is free. Call 808.535.9463 for more info or check www.hasrwineco.com
Wonderful Time of the Year
What: Watch the classic Christmas film “It's a Wonderful Life” on the big screen.
When: Sunday, 2 p.m.
Where: Ko‘olau Stadium 10 Theaters, 47-260 Hui Iwa Street, Kane‘ohe
Details: Tickets are free if you bring a donation of three cans for the Hawai‘i Foodbank. The moviegoer who donates the most canned goods for the food bank will receive a free extra large popcorn to enjoy during the show. Call 808.239.0919 for more info.
Say Cheese
What: To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Morton’s Steakhouse has mini-cheeseburgers on the house.
When: Sunday, 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: Morton’s Steakhouse, Ala Moana Center
Details: Call 808.949.1300 for more info.
Hello Good Buys
Make the most of your last weekend to shop at these sales:
What: Alliway jewelry holds a trunk show at Nordstrom featuring one-of-a-kind and limited-edition pieces that have never been available in the line’s boutique.
When: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Nordstrom, second floor jewelry section
Details: Call 808.953.6100 for more info.
What: Pualani Swimwear has all red hibiscus print items on sale. Bikini pieces are $20 each, one-pieces are $40.
Where: Shop online here or head to the Pualani store at 2863 Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki
What: Save 30 to 50 percent on all Meleana handbags, and scoop up some cool Kealopiko shirts as well at a special shopping event.
When: Tonight, 4 to 9 p.m.
Where: Coral Loft, 1033 Smith Street, Chinatown
What: A special show of the Indah holiday collection, plus discounts, drinks and treats.
When: Friday, 6 to 9 p.m..
Where: Guava Shop, Hale‘iwa Town Center, Hale‘iwa
Details: Call 808.637.9670 for more info.
What: Big markdowns of 50 percent off on gifts for pets (and pet owners) at Cojocor Hawai‘i.
When: Through December.
Where: Online shop only: www.cocojor.com
