January 8
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Friday January 8
‘Bounding Rationality with Computation’
UH-Manoa’s Physical Science Auditorium, Room 217, 11:50 a.m., free. Computer scientist Lance Fortnow examines bounded rationality in economics as part of the 11th International Conference on Computability, Complexity and Randomness. (956-8595)
Vermicomposting
Nuuanu Congregational Church, 2651 Pali Hwy., Jan. 8 from 6:45-8 p.m., Jan. 12 from 9:30-10:30 a.m., free. Ralph Rhoads teaches the community about vermicomposting, with a special focus on the role of bacteria and minerals in enhancing plant growth. Pre-registration required. (kimoment2@hawaiiantel.net, 595-3135)
2nds at Leilehua
Leilehua High School, 4-8 p.m., free. Enjoy food trucks and vendors, including Elena’s, Laverne’s, Alonzo’s and more, at this community event. (facebook.com/2ndsatleilehua)
Blood Bank of Hawaii
Downtown Community – Bishop Street, 822 Bishop St., 10 a.m.-1:45 p.m., free. Donate blood to save lives. Appointments recommended. (848-4770)
Blood Bank of Hawaii
HMSA, 818 Keeaumoku St., 7 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Donate blood to save lives. Appointments recommended. (848-4770)
Blood Bank of Hawaii
Oahu Veterans Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Donate blood to save lives. Appointments recommended. (848-4770)
Royal Hawaiian Band
Iolani Palace, noon, free. (922-5331)
Sean Tiwanak Duo
Lola’s Grill and Pupu Bar, 7-10 p.m., free. (479-6004)
Iolani Dance Program
Ala Moana Center, 7 p.m., free. (955-9517)
‘Ira & George and Shari & Jim’
Brad Powell Theatre, 650 Iwilei Road #101, Jan. 1-17, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 4 p.m., $40. The popular production returns, starring Shari Lynn and Jim Howard. (741-4699, 722-6941, taghawaii.net)
