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Monday brings live music at GOEN and The Garden, Cigar Night with Monday Night Football at Koʻolau Distillery, and tonight’s Waimānalo Neighborhood Board meeting. Later this week: ballot fixes due Tuesday, a Marine Corps birthday party Tuesday, Veterans Day Wednesday (city offices, libraries and post offices closed), Holiday Sip + Shop and Neighborhood Board committees Thursday, Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi at Windward Community College Thursday through Sunday, and Kalaheo’s state-tournament opener Saturday. Confirm details with organizers before going.
Today in Kailua
Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN
Monday, November 9 | 4:30–6:30 PM
GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd
GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Hoku Zuttermeister from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636. (Organizer details)
Cigar Night at Koʻolau Distillery
Monday, November 9 | 4:30–8:00 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Monday Cigar Night; the Bills at Vikings game airs at 5:15 PM. Bring your own food. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Tonight in Kailua
Monday live music
Monday, November 9 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Monday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Waimānalo Neighborhood Board No. 32
Monday, November 9 | 7:00–10:00 PM
Waimānalo Public Library Meeting Room, 41-1320 Kalanianaʻole Hwy; WebEx in agenda
The agenda includes action on a resolution urging a limited pause, independent verification and a governor-led town hall before further expansion of the Hui Mahiʻai ʻĀina kauhale project, an update on a proposed Waimānalo community resilience hub, and filling one at-large seat. (Organizer details)
Coming Up This Week
Hōkū Zuttermeister at Nico’s
Tuesday, November 10 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Hōkū Zuttermeister from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
Randy Allen at GOEN
Tuesday, November 10 | 4:30–6:30 PM
GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd
GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Randy Allen from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636. (Organizer details)
USMC 251st Birthday Celebration at Koʻolau Distillery
Tuesday, November 10 | 5:30–10:00 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
All branches and civilians are welcome. Don Fialkowski plays 6–9 PM, Whiskey Smoke 808 serves food 5–9:30 PM and Seaside Tattoos is on site; the ceremony is at 7 PM and cake at 8 PM. A free RSVP brings $5 off the bar tab and 25% off Pearl Harbor Legacy bottles, per the distillery. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Tuesday Trivia
Tuesday, November 10 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Tuesday Trivia at 6 PM. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Jesse Kaawa at Nico’s
Wednesday, November 11 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Jesse Kaawa from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
Veterans Day: free tour for veterans at Koʻolau Distillery
Wednesday, November 11 | By booking
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
The distillery says veterans can book a free tour on Veterans Day and get 20% off bottles; booking is required. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Chris Rego at GOEN
Wednesday, November 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd
GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Chris Rego from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636. (Organizer details)
Wednesday live music
Wednesday, November 11 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Wednesday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Veterans Day ceremony at Punchbowl
Wednesday, November 11 | 10:00 AM (prelude 9:30)
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, 2177 Puowaina Dr, Honolulu
The annual Veterans Day ceremony is open to the public, with Adm. Samuel Paparo listed as keynote speaker. Expect traffic and limited parking. (Organizer details)
Greg and Darrel at Nico’s
Thursday, November 12 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Greg and Darrel from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
Kailua Farmers Market
Thursday, November 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Kailua Town Center parking lot (by Longs/CVS)
The weekly Thursday-evening market lists produce, food and local vendors. (Organizer details)
Holiday Sip + Shop
Thursday, November 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Around Kailua Town
Kailua Town’s holiday kickoff promises festive sips, bites, live entertainment and shop promotions. Participating shops and conditions are not listed yet. (Organizer details)
Kailua Water Quality Subcommittee: wetland-bird nesting islands
Thursday, November 12 | 5:30–7:00 PM
District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; Zoom in agenda
The Neighborhood Board subcommittee will hear a Worcester Polytechnic Institute student presentation on floating nesting islands for native wetland birds in Kawainui. Old business includes storm-drain maintenance, Kapaʻa Quarry water-quality impacts and the Kaʻelepulu Pond pollutant limit (TMDL). (Organizer details)
Kailua Transportation and Public Works Committee
Thursday, November 12 | 7:00–8:00 PM
District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person
A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting. See the posted agenda for items. (Organizer details)
Kailua Parks and Recreation Committee
Thursday, November 12 | 8:00–9:00 PM
District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person
A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting. See the posted agenda for items. (Organizer details)
Thursday live music
Thursday, November 12 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Thursday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Trivia Night at Koʻolau Distillery
Thursday, November 12 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Weekly Thursday trivia in the tasting room. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi
Thursday, November 12 | 7:30 PM
Palikū Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kāneʻohe
Hawaiʻi Conservatory of Performing Arts presents seven original scenes about real-life local heroes, directed by Taurie Kinoshita. General admission is $25; $20 for seniors 62+, military, UH staff and DOE teachers; $15 for students (in person only). Recommended for ages 14 and up for staged violence and strong language. Box office: (808) 235-7315. (Organizer details)
Kama Kakaio at Nico’s
Friday, November 13 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Kama Kakaio from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
Keiki Jams
Friday, November 13 | 9:00 AM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Keiki Jams on Friday mornings. Check with the venue for program details. (Organizer details)
Koʻolau Night Market
Friday, November 13 | 5:00–9:00 PM
Windward Mall parking lot near Haiku Rd, Kāneʻohe
Windward Mall’s evening market with food and local vendors. Confirm details with the mall. (Organizer details)
Friday live music
Friday, November 13 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Friday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Val & the Lanikai Rockets at Koʻolau Distillery
Friday, November 13 | 6:00–8:30 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Live music in the tasting room. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi
Friday, November 13 | 7:30 PM
Palikū Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kāneʻohe
Hawaiʻi Conservatory of Performing Arts presents seven original scenes about real-life local heroes, directed by Taurie Kinoshita. General admission is $25; $20 for seniors 62+, military, UH staff and DOE teachers; $15 for students (in person only). Recommended for ages 14 and up for staged violence and strong language. Box office: (808) 235-7315. (Organizer details)
Walt Keale at Nico’s
Saturday, November 14 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Walt Keale from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
HHSAA Division II football: Kalaheo vs. PAC-5
Saturday, November 14 | 4:00 PM
Edward “Skippa” Diaz Stadium, Farrington HS, 1564 N King St, Honolulu
Kalaheo (No. 4 seed, 10-0) opens the state tournament against No. 5 PAC-5. The winner plays at top seed Kamehameha-Maui on Nov. 20. HHSAA’s tournament packet lists general admission at $12 plus fees. (Organizer details)
Kanikapila with Kalaʻe & Kalena Parrish
Saturday, November 14 | 4:00–5:30 PM
Kailua parking garage (behind Longs/CVS)
Kailua Town’s free monthly kanikapila music series, listed on its events calendar. (Organizer details)
Kalauʻili at Koʻolau Distillery
Saturday, November 14 | Evening (time TBA)
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Live music listed on the distillery’s November schedule; time not yet posted. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Saturday live music
Saturday, November 14 | 6:00 PM
The Garden, 44 Kainehe St
The Garden’s weekly schedule lists Saturday live music at 6 PM, with no performer named. Admission is free with food and drink purchase; confirm details with the venue. (Organizer details)
Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi
Saturday, November 14 | 7:30 PM
Palikū Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kāneʻohe
Hawaiʻi Conservatory of Performing Arts presents seven original scenes about real-life local heroes, directed by Taurie Kinoshita. General admission is $25; $20 for seniors 62+, military, UH staff and DOE teachers; $15 for students (in person only). Recommended for ages 14 and up for staged violence and strong language. Box office: (808) 235-7315. (Organizer details)
Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi (final show)
Sunday, November 15 | 3:00 PM
Palikū Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Rd, Kāneʻohe
Hawaiʻi Conservatory of Performing Arts presents seven original scenes about real-life local heroes, directed by Taurie Kinoshita. General admission is $25; $20 for seniors 62+, military, UH staff and DOE teachers; $15 for students (in person only). Recommended for ages 14 and up for staged violence and strong language. Box office: (808) 235-7315. (Organizer details)
Chris Rego at Nico’s
Sunday, November 15 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Nico’s Kailua, 970 N Kalaheo Ave
Nico’s current music calendar lists Chris Rego from 6 to 8 PM. Cover and reservation details are not stated; confirm with the restaurant. (Organizer details)
KailuaTown Farmers Market
Sunday, November 15 | 8:00 AM–noon
640 Ulukahiki St, adjacent to Adventist Health Castle
FarmLovers lists this Sunday-morning market with local produce, prepared foods and crafts. Confirm vendor details with the organizer. (Organizer details)
Lōkahi Kailua Market
Sunday, November 15 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
340 Uluniu St
The Sunday market lists its current location at 340 Uluniu St; the organizer says it relocates beginning Nov. 29. (Organizer details)
NFL Sunday at Koʻolau Distillery
Sunday, November 15 | NFL game times; Chef Amin 2:30–6 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
The distillery’s November schedule lists Sunday NFL watch parties, with Chef Amin serving 2:30–6 PM. From Koʻolau Distillery’s weekly schedule, which notes events are subject to change. Age policy is not stated; confirm with the distillery at (808) 261-0685. (Organizer details)
Looking Ahead
An Evening with Cole Brauer at Kaneohe Yacht Club
Wed, Dec 2 | 5:30 PM check-in; 6:30 PM talk
Kaneohe Yacht Club, 44-503 Kaneohe Bay Dr, Kāneʻohe
Kaneohe Yacht Club hosts An Evening with Cole Brauer, “Lessons from a Solo Journey Around the World,” on Wednesday, Dec. 2. Brauer, a former UH sailor, was the first American woman to race solo, nonstop and unassisted around the world, in the Global Solo Challenge, and wrote the memoir First Light. Check-in begins at 5:30 PM and the talk at 6:30 PM at the club, 44-503 Kaneohe Bay Dr. Tickets are limited and required: $30 for non-members (entry, a bento box dinner and one drink) and $15 for KYC members (entry and bento; member login required). Non-members, including hosted guests, may not buy drinks at the bar and must park outside the club. No books will be sold at the event; the club suggests buying ahead at local stores such as Book Ends Kailua. (Tickets and details)
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