December 1

Mulkern Landscaping & Nursery, 10 a.m., call for cost. Workshop will cover getting started, creating focal points, lighting for safety & security, equipment tips and common mistakes. (396-6595)

Aina Haina Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m., free. Feature simple and economical gifts, decorations, and food ideas for Christmas. (729-3938)

Aina Haina Public Library, 10:30 a.m., free. One-hour demonstration workshops which are suitable for ages 12 and older. (377-2456)

Geobunga Flagship in Salt Lake, 9 a.m.; Geobunga Waimanalo Farm, 2 p.m.; free. Visit website for reservations. Provides homeowners and condo dwellers with both inspiration and easy tricks to liven up any home. (geobunga.com)

Windward Community College Hale Alakai 102, Dec. 1 and 8, 9 a.m. to noon, $85. Learn how to work with light. Call to register. (235-7433)

M-1 Martial Arts and Fitness, 1 p.m., free. Learn from the best. Jongsanan “The Wooden Man” and Ganyao “Dr. Knee” will be coming here for one day only. (729-7298)

Windward Community College Hale Alakai 101, Dec. 1-2, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $109. Learn about the legal and regulatory requirements for persons who participate in the sport of tow-in surfing in Hawaii. Call to register. (235-7433)

Windward Community College Hale Alakai 101, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $109. You will learn about local ocean safety principles and practices; historical, cultural, and customary practices of Hawaii’s ocean users. Call to register. (235-7433)

Christ Church Uniting, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free. (262-6911)

Waialua High and Intermediate School, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $3/person, $5/families, children 12 and under free. Featuring a surf sample sale, arts and crafts, food booths and raffle. (637-8200 ext. 260)

55 S. Kamehameha Hwy., Wahiawa, 7-10 p.m., free. Celebrate Transformation, Wahiawa on the Rise. Entertainment, community, progress. (622-6234)

Mililani Shopping Center, ends at Town Center of Mililani, 9-10:30 a.m., free. (625-0108)

Ilima at Leihano: 891 Kamaaha Ave., Kapolei, 9 a.m. to noon, $10/person, $25/families up to three people. Today in our busy world and the many modern technology distractions and stresses of life, families seek to maintain balance physically, mentally and spiritually. (malamalearningcenter.org)

Kapolei High School, call for schedule. (291-6151, renemansho@hawaii.rr.com)

Kapahulu Medical Building, 2-4 p.m., free. Complimentary cholesterol screenings and information on other types of screenings, including diagnostic imaging. (733-5111)

Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center, 4-5:30 p.m., free. Call to register. (432-2260)

Kaiser Permanente Mapunapuna Clinic, 9:30-11:30 a.m., free. Call to register. (432-2260)

Waimea Valley, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., special kamaaina and military admission. Hula halau performances, makahiki games and more. (638-7766)

Kaiser Permanente Honolulu Clinic, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., $106/members, $116/nonmembers. Call to register. (432-2260)

Pick up by the Roosevelt Gym, 9 a.m. to noon, $8/6” pot, $4/4” pot. Andagi, six for $4. Cookbook $10. Gift Bags available – includes cookbook, seasoned salt, and decorative towel – Come early for the best selection. (531-9509)

Washington Middle School, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (488-8872)

Kaiser Permanente, Mapunapuna, 9:30-11:30 a.m., call to register and for cost. Explore causes of cancer pain, medicines used and self-care measures to help manage pain. (432-2260)

Makiki Communtiy Library, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 2 from noon to 4 p.m. (542-3334)

Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden, 2-3 p.m., free. A family activity making simple nature crafts for the holidays. Reservations required. (233-7323)

Kaiser Permanente Waipio Clinic, 9-11 a.m., free. Call to register. (432-3100)

King Street, 1-9 p.m., free., parade starts at 5 p.m. Come around 1 p.m. and the whole family can enjoy games, such as Christmas card printing in our historical print shop, Christmas storytelling, missionary dress-up, candle dipping, and more. (447-3910)

Chez Sports Bar and Grill, 9 p.m., free. Howard Lance Nett Band performs. (488-2439)

Atherton Performing Arts Studio, 7:30 p.m., $25/general, $20/members, $15/students. Call for reservations. (955-8821)

Five O Bar and Lounge, 9 p.m. to midnight, free. The protectors of all things sexy play live contemporary music. (922-0550)

Town Center of Mililani, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Special Christmas performers, Christmas carolers, picture taking with Santa and more. (625-0108)

The Kahala Resort & Spa, until Dec. 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. pick up, call to pre-order, $18 plus tax. Perfect for those last minute gifts for volunteers, office parties, or neighbors. (739-8760)

Japanese Cultural Center, Community Gallery, Dec. 1-Feb. 22, Mondays to Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m., call for more information. These objects, as well as the architectural elements of the temple itself, have meanings that are often hidden in ancient symbolisms. (945-7633)

Waimea Valley, Haleiwa, call for times and cost. This is time honored celebration paying tribute to Lono, deity of Harvest. Hula, Music, Traditional Games and Crafts. (waimeavalley.net, 638-7766)

Bishop Museum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., free. Maoli Arts Month is a broad community-based effort to celebrate the depth, breadth and diversity of the Native Hawaiian arts community and more. (847-3511)

A Cup of Tea, 12:30-2 p.m. lunch, 2-3:20 p.m. book reading, free. Books will be available for purchase during the event. (230-8832)

Warren Stenberg Open Art Studio, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., free. For the Hawaii Heart Association. (262-8306)