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Saturday brings Kalaheo’s state-tournament opener against PAC-5, a free kanikapila with Kalaʻe & Kalena Parrish in Kailua Town, Walt Keale at Nico’s, Kalauʻili at Koʻolau Distillery, live music at The Garden and Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi at Windward Community College. Sunday has the Lōkahi and KailuaTown farmers markets and the play’s final show. Next week: the Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee on Tuesday, the Bellows cleanup board on Wednesday, the Thursday farmers market and Kama Kakaio at Nico’s on Friday. Confirm details with organizers before going.
Today in Kailua
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)
Tonight in Kailua
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)
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)
Coming Up This Week
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)
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)
Shane Kainoa at GOEN
Sunday, November 15 | 4:30–6:30 PM
GOEN Dining+Bar, 573 Kailua Rd
GOEN’s official weekly schedule lists Shane Kainoa from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Confirm any changes and dining arrangements with the restaurant at (808) 263-4636. (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)
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)
Hoku Zuttermeister at GOEN
Monday, November 16 | 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 16 | 4:30–8:00 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Monday Cigar Night in the tasting room. 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)
Monday live music
Monday, November 16 | 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)
Randy Allen at GOEN
Tuesday, November 17 | 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)
Friendsgiving with The Solo Cholo Show at Koʻolau Distillery
Tuesday, November 17 | 5:00–7:30 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
A Friendsgiving evening with live music by The Solo Cholo Show 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)
Hōkū Zuttermeister at Nico’s
Tuesday, November 17 | 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)
Kailua Community and Government Engagement Committee
Tuesday, November 17 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Boettcher Estate Meeting Room, 248 N Kalaheo Ave; in person
A Kailua Neighborhood Board committee meeting, open to the public. See the posted agenda for items. (Organizer details)
Tuesday Trivia
Tuesday, November 17 | 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)
Kailua Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee
Tuesday, November 17 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Boettcher Estate Meeting Room, 248 N Kalaheo Ave; in person
The agenda lists discussion of the Kapaʻa Quarry landfill, municipal parking lot changes and a proposed Chick-fil-A. Committee discussion is not a board decision; see the posted agenda. (Organizer details)
Keiki Storytime & Whatevahs!
Wednesday, November 18 | 10:00–10:30 AM
Kailua Public Library, 239 Kuulei Rd
The library’s recurring Wednesday program offers stories and activities for young children. Library schedules can change; confirm before going. (Organizer details)
Chris Rego at GOEN
Wednesday, November 18 | 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 18 | 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)
Jesse Kaawa at Nico’s
Wednesday, November 18 | 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)
Bellows Restoration Advisory Board public meeting
Wednesday, November 18 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Turtle Cove Reservations Bldg, 2nd floor, 220 Tinker Rd, Waimānalo
The Air Force invites the public to this meeting on the Military Munitions Response Program at Bellows Air Force Station. The notice gives no gate-access instructions; call (808) 259-8080 before going. (Organizer details)
Kailua Farmers Market
Thursday, November 19 | 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)
Thursday live music
Thursday, November 19 | 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)
Greg and Darrel at Nico’s
Thursday, November 19 | 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)
Trivia Night at Koʻolau Distillery
Thursday, November 19 | 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)
Kailua Public Safety, Public Health and Civil Defense Committee
Thursday, November 19 | 7:00–8:00 PM
District Park Meeting Room, 21 S Kainalu Dr; in person
The Neighborhood Board committee agenda lists school safety, water quality and leaching from the old Kapaʻa Landfill, coconut rhinoceros beetles and little fire ants, two proposed motions on school safety zones and emergency infrastructure reporting, and civil defense updates. Committee motions are recommendations, not board decisions. (Organizer details)
Keiki Jams
Friday, November 20 | 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)
Friday live music
Friday, November 20 | 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)
Kama Kakaio at Nico’s
Friday, November 20 | 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)
Brandon Arnold at Koʻolau Distillery
Friday, November 20 | 6:00–8:30 PM
Koʻolau Distillery, 905 Kapaa Quarry Pl, Bldg 50, Unit 14
Live music listed on the distillery’s November schedule. 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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