August 19

Happiness U in SALT at Our Kakaako, 2-3:15 p.m., $25. Learn to connect with our angelic guides, our spiritual beings and support systems. Pre-registration required. (yourhappinessu.com)

Maemae Elementary School, noon-1 p.m., free. Families of children with special needs are invited to help keiki become more familiar with local police. This week’s topic is de-escalation techniques. (deescalatetech.eventbrite.com)

Kainalu Elementary School, 10-11 a.m., free. Families of children with special needs are invited to help keiki become more familiar with local police. This week’s topic is sexual abuse prevention. (prevent_abuse.eventbrite.com)

Aikahi Park Shopping Center, 9-11 a.m., free. Automobile and motoring enthusiasts are invited to grab coffee, see amazing cars and talk story with owners. (carsandcoffeehawaii.org)

Hawaii State Library, 11:30 a.m., free. Karen Ho teaches adults how to spot the warning signs of elder financial abuse. (librarieshawaii.org/event/elder-financial-abuse-the-crime-of-the-21st-century/)

Windward Mall, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Shoppers can prepare for international travel with an educational seminar on U.S. passports and travel. Applications for passports will be accepted. (235-1143)

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, 1-4 p.m. Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Aug. 19, $20-$30/session. Learn the popular Japanese art of enameling from Kazuko Inomata. Pre-registration required. (945-7633, info@jcch.com)

Momilani Community Center, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., free. (479-5525)

Arms of Aloha, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., free. An open house and blessing for Arms of Aloha, Hawaii’s only animal hospice. Meet the team and find out how they promote quality of life for aging and seriously ill pets, enjoy refreshments and leave a tribute for an animal friend on our wall. (435-3006, cnaun@armsofaloha.com)

Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center, 7 a.m.-noon, free. Donate blood and save lives. Pre-registration recommended. (848-4770, bbh.org)

Laie Shopping Center, 7:30 a.m.-noon, free. Donate blood and save lives. Pre-registration recommended. (848-4770, bbh.org)

Wahiawa Hongwanji, 8 a.m.-noon, free. Donate blood and save lives. Pre-registration recommended. (848-4770, bbh.org)

Windward Mall, Center Court, Aug. 19-20, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., free. Get behind the wheel at this educational event that simulates distracted driving and its dangers. Sponsored by Servco Toyota. (windwardmall.com, 235-1143)

Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Project Vision conducts vision screenings for children and adults. Keiki who participate will receive a free pair of sunglasses, and adults get reading glasses. (524-5437)

Kapolei High School teachers lounge, 9-10 a.m., free. Sen. Mike Gabbard shares updates and hears concerns from the community. (586-6830)

United Church of Christ, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., $25. Support the church’s luau-to-go fundraiser with a meal of kalua pig, lomi salmon, chicken long rice, raw fish, opihi with ogo, sweet potato, pineapple, haupia and kulolo. (536-8418)

SALT at Our Kakaako, 5-9 p.m., free. Local artists, crafters and cultural practitioners gather to share their wares. (saltatourkakaako.com)

The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, 1-4:30 p.m., free, age 21 and up. Enjoy a unique lineup of art, music, brands, bites, poolside cocktails and more that highlight Hawaii’s creative prowess. This month features swimsuits from San Lorenzo Bikinis, spiked fresh juice cocktails, femme floaties and more. (surfjack.com)

Webling Elementary School field, 6 p.m., $5-$10. West Oahu Kennel Club hosts an all-breed sanctioned plan B match and pee wee event, with multiple classes. Pre-registration required to participate. (410-746-8570, beljangolf@aol.com)

Kaiser Permanente Honolulu Medical Office, 8 a.m.-noon, free. Learn more about women’s health needs like contraception, preconception, pregnancy and delivery, menopause, nutrition and weight management, and more. (kpinhawaii.com)

Waianae Public Library, 10:30 a.m., free. Enjoy books, songs and crafts with the whole family. Recommended for preschool-age children and older, but all are welcome. (697-7868)

Kapolei Commons, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Children of all ages are invited to see and explore the big trucks of Honolulu Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services, Honolulu Police Department, Affordable Towing, Windward Dodge and many more, as well as partake in keiki games, food, giveaways, face painting and more. (thekapoleicommons.com)

Foster Botanical Garden, 1 p.m., free with garden admission. Learn about the plants and trees utilized as natural remedies before modern medicine. Pre-registration required. (522-7066)

The Laylow, Autograph Collection, 9 p.m.-midnight, free. (laylowwaikiki.com/event-directory)

UH-Manoa’s Music Department, 2411 Dole St., 8:30 a.m. grades 4-12 and 2-3, 9:30 a.m. grades K-1, free. Students interested in joining Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus can participate in a full rehearsal and individual assessment. No experience required. (521-2982, hyoc.org)

Shingon Shu Hawaii Temple, 7 p.m., $13-$23. Kenny Endo on taiko, Riley Lee on shakuhachi and Jeff Peterson on slack key guitar unite for an evening of world-class music. (islandbreeze2017.brownpapertickets.com)

International Market Place, Queen’s Court, 3-5 p.m., free. (shopinternationalmarketplace.com/islandvibes)

The Dragon Upstairs, 7-10 p.m., must pay cover at the door. Enjoy Mike Lewis, Mihoko M, Roland Sugimoto and Chris Pangaribaun. (526-1411)

Nico’s Seafood at Pier 38, 5-8 p.m., free. (540-1377)

Nico’s Pier 38, 6-9 p.m., free. (253-9099)

Hawaii Public Radio’s Atherton Studio, 7:30 p.m., $15-$30. (hprtickets.org, 955-8821)

Ka Makana Ali‘i, 5 p.m., free. (922-5331)

Ala Moana Center, Centerstage, 3 p.m., free. (alamoanacenter.com)

Paradise Tango, 150 N. King St., Suite 202, 6:30-10 p.m., $20-$25, age 21 and up. Join us for a night of wine tasting, pupu, socializing, a 45-minute Argentine Tango lesson and social dancing. (831-239-6529, info@paradisetango.com)

Check website for locations, schedule and cost. Waikiki’s premier ocean sports festival in memory of Duke Kahanamoku returns. (dukesoceanfest.com)

Wet’n’Wild Hawaii, movie starts at dusk, $19.99/after 5 p.m. Watch a screening of “Beauty & The Beast.” (674-9283)

Paul and Vi Loo Theare, 1 p.m., free. High school students can audition for HPU’s Young Actors Ensemble. Be ready to deliver a prepared monologue. Pre-registration required. (edenlee.murray@hpu.edu, 384-2157)

Meet at Honolulu Zoo’s Gate No. 6 on Monsarrat Avenue, 9-11 a.m., free. Help pull weeds and plant seedlings in this special community garden. RSVP required. (lmduling@hawaii.edu)

RSVP for meeting place, 9 a.m.-noon, free. Help Hui o Koolaupoko remove invasive species and replant native plants along a portion of Heeia Stream. (volunteer@huihawaii.org)

Inspire Church Mililani, 8:45 a.m.-noon, free. Those interested in volunteering with Ho‘ola Na Pua are invited to attend a seminar and training. Pre-registration required. (hoolanapua.org/event/volunteer-orientation-advocate-training-2)

Pouhala Marsh, 8:30-11:30 a.m., free. Help Hawaii Nature Center remove invasive plants from the marsh. Bring work gloves and bottled water, and wear hat, sunscreen, covered shoes or rubber boots, and long pants. RSVP requested. (955-0100 ext. 118)