> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.kailuatoday.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # This Week in Kailua — Thursday, November 12, 2026 - URL: https://www.kailuatoday.com/this-week-in-kailua-thursday-november-12-2026/ - Published: 2026-11-12T13:06:26.000Z - Updated: 2026-11-13T13:09:06.000Z - Description: Meetings, markets, and music happening around Kailua this week. - Author: Kailua Today - Tags: Newsletter Archive Thursday brings Holiday Sip + Shop around Kailua Town from 4 to 7 PM, the Kailua Farmers Market, Neighborhood Board committee meetings, trivia at Koʻolau Distillery, and opening night of Everyday Heroes of Hawaiʻi at Windward Community College. Later this week: Kalaheo’s state-tournament opener Saturday, Sunday markets, the Planning, Zoning and Environment Committee on Tuesday, and the Bellows cleanup board on Wednesday. Confirm details with organizers before going. ## Today in Kailua ### 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](https://kailuatownhi.com/weekly-events/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### Holiday Sip + Shop **Thursday, November 12 | 4:00–7:00 PM** Lau Hala Shops lobby check-in, 573 Kailua Rd More than 30 Kailua businesses take part. Check in at the welcome table in front of the Lau Hala Shops lobby (near UFC Gym); Make-A-Wish Hawaiʻi offers free gift wrapping with purchases, and the first 100 guests who spend $100 or more can redeem same-day receipts for a holiday gift by 7 PM. ([Organizer details](https://www.mcblhawaii.org/upcoming-events?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ## Tonight in Kailua ### 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](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-kailua-water-quality-phpscd-subcommittee-meeting-8/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-transportation-and-public-works-committee-meeting-18/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/community-calendar/event/everyday-heroes-of-hawaii-26-10-2026-22-39-39?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-parks-and-recreation-committee-meeting-19/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ## Coming Up This Week ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.windwardmall.com/events/night-market/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/community-calendar/event/everyday-heroes-of-hawaii-26-10-2026-22-39-39?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://hhsaa.org/sports/football/tournament/2026?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://kailuatownhi.com/events/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/community-calendar/event/everyday-heroes-of-hawaii-26-10-2026-22-39-39?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.farmloversmarkets.com/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://lokahikailuamarket.com/location/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.hawaiipublicradio.org/community-calendar/event/everyday-heroes-of-hawaii-26-10-2026-22-39-39?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.koolaudistillery.com/tasting-room/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-community-and-government-engagement-committee-meeting-22/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.honolulu.gov/nco/events/31-kailua-nb-planning-zoning-environment-pze-committee-meeting-14/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.librarieshawaii.org/event/keiki-storytime-whatevahs-2-2025-09-10-2025-12-17/2026-10-28/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.royyamaguchi.com/goen-kailua?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://www.thegardenkailua.com/live-music?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://nicoskailua.com/music/month/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) ### 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](https://bellowsafs.com/events/2026-11-18/?shortcode=aa7d9448&ref=kailuatoday.com)) ## 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](https://www.kaneoheyachtclub.com/?ref=kailuatoday.com)) *Have an event, restaurant special, live music announcement, community notice, or story tip? Email us at* [*news@kailuatoday.com*](mailto:news@kailuatoday.com)