March 20
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Symphony Meets ‘Symphonie’
>> >> Hawaii Symphony Orchestra adds a little visual flair to its performance Friday (March 20) with a one-night show, “Cirque de la Symphonie” at Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall. Aerialists, strongmen, jugglers and contortionists from all over the world share the stage with the orchestra’s high-energy classical music. The show starts at 7:30 p.m., and tickets start at $27. For more information, visit hawaiisymphonyorchestra.org.
Photo courtesy Hawaii Symphony Orchestra
Friday March 20
CLASSES
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter, 4155 Diamond Head Road, March 20, 22, 24, 29 and 30, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $110. Get trained to recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries and life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants and learn how to use an AED. (1-800-733-2767, redcross.org/take-a-class)
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter, 4155 Diamond Head Road, March 20 and 22, 8:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m., $90. Get trained to recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries and learn how to administer CPR and use an AED for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies on adults. Pre-registration required. (1-800-733-2767, redcross.org/take-a-class)
Estate Planning Basics
Emmanuel Church, 780 Keolu Drive, 7-8:30 p.m., free. Justin Ito of Estate Planning Group shares information about estate planning, the process and why everyone should have a will or trust. (262-4548, emmanuelkailua.com)
First Aid
American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter, 4155 Diamond Head Road, March 20 and 22, 8:30-11:30 a.m., $70. Learn emergency action steps and first aid procedures for injuries and sudden illnesses. (1-800-733-2767, redcross.org/take-a-class)
Hawaii AgDiscovery Program
Location, times and cost provided with registration, must register by March 20, event runs July 12-25. UH-Manoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources offers a unique summer program to teenagers to give them a first-hand look at the career paths open to them in agriculture and natural resource management. (aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery, 956-6997)
Hearing Health Seminar
Kaiser Permanente Honolulu Medical Office, 1010 Pensacola St., 9-10 a.m., free. Sessions explain hearing loss and the benefits that are available to improve quality of life. Meet our Kaiser Audiologist(s), learn about the anatomy of the ear, factors that are associated with hearing loss, the newest technology and the different styles that are available. Pre-registration required. (432-2155)
Open Horticultural Forum
Wahiawa Botanical Garden, 1396 California Ave., 9-10 a.m., free. Learn about different garden subjects from the botanical garden supervisor. Bring questions and fresh samples in a sealed bag for observation. (522-7066)
COMMUNITY
Kunia Orchid Show
Leilehua High School gym, March 20-21 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., March 22 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Expect 22 plant vendors, informational booths about invasive species, orchid displays, flower arrangements, food and more. (342-0251)
MUSIC
Jazz at Medici’s – Tommy James Trio
Medici’s at Manoa Marketplace, 2754 Woodlawn Drive #7-103, 7:30-10:30 p.m., $15. Tommy James, current director of the Duke Ellington Orchestra, is one of the world’s leading jazz pianists and arrangers. He performs tonight with saxophonist Rocky Holmes and bass Alika Lyman. (351-0901)
Ka‘imi Hanano‘eau
Haleiwa Joe’s, 46-336 Haiku Road, 7-8:30 p.m., free. (facebook.com/kaimimusic808)
Mango Season Trio
Nico’s Pier 38, 6-9 p.m., free. Enjoy sun-kissed island soul jazz. (253-9099, mangoseasonmusic.com)
Royal Hawaiian Band
Iolani Palace, noon, free. (922-5331)
Saloon Pilots
Big City Diner Kailua, 108 Hekili St., 8-10:30 p.m., free. (263-8880)
The Bentos
Jazz Minds Art and Cafe, 1661 Kapiolani Blvd., 9 p.m., $7. (945-0800)
THE ARTS
Cirque de la Symphonie
Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., 7:30 p.m., $27. The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra (HSO) will present “Cirque de la Symphonie,” featuring eight mesmerizing aerialists, strongmen, jugglers and contortionists performing alongside the orchestra. (hawaiisymphonyorchestra.org, 94-MUSIC)
Heiva i Honolulu 2015
Waikiki Shell, March 20-21, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., $10-$15. Hawaii’s largest and best Tahitian dance competition with local, mainland and international competitors, plus Polynesian handicrafts and food. (352-5995, tahitinuiinternational.com)
‘West Side Story’
Kapolei High School Forum, 91-5007 Kapolei Pkwy., March 20-April 4, Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays at 7 p.m., $5-$6. Performing Arts Center of Kapolei presents “West Side Story.” (showtix4u.com, 305-8048)
