January 23

Aiea Public Library, every Wednesday until March 6, 10:30 a.m., Children ages 3-5 are invited to hear stories, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and make a simple craft. All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. (483-7333)

Chaminade University, until Feb. 3, by appointment. Experienced singers are sought for Hawaii Vocal Arts Ensemble’s 21st season. Good intonation, a clear tone and music-reading skill desired. (maestrotim1@gmail.com)

Anna O’Briens, 7:30 p.m., $15-20. Derek Warfield and the Young Wolfe Tones perform with James McCarthy as the opening act. Proceeds from this show will go toward Honolulu’s 46th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. (fosphawaii.ning.com/events)

Ige’s Restaurant and 19th Puka, Jan. 23 and 30, Feb. 13, 20 and 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m., free. Steve Lucas and a Fellowship In Jazz perform. Musicians are welcome to jam with the band.

JJ’s French Bistro and Pastry, 5-9 p.m. Sasha Yates and Michelangelo perform. (398-1339)

Kualoha Ranch, 9 a.m., $65 until Jan. 23, $70 until Ffeb. 13, $80 until Feb. 25. The Makahiki Challenge is an onstable journey over three miles long that takes you through tireless hills, rough terrain, mud pits and more. Email for registration and more information. (makahikichallenge@gmail.com)

Turtle Bay Resort, Jan. 23-24, visit website for locations, times and cost. Turtle Bay Resort is gearing up for the 2013 Pro Bowl by hosting National Football League stars and professional surf athletes for a surf experience, golf day and concert to benefit the Mauli Ola Foundation, which spreads awareness of genetic disorders. (mauliola.org)

Ward Warehouse Conference Room, every Wednesday for 10 weeks, 6:30 p.m., free (except the Cake & Catering Trends workshop). The Wedding Cafe kicks off their bridal workshop series with its Location & Venues workshop, featuring 12 wedding venues on Oahu. Each workshop features a different theme featuring Hawaii’s top wedding vendors. RSVP online. (theweddingcafe.net/signup)

University of Hawaii Art Gallery, until Feb. 1, Mon.-Fri. 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m, Sun. 12-5 p.m., free. This exhibition is part of a demanding course of study, productiona and review, highlighting the workd of students currently enrolled in the MFA program. (hawaii.edu/art/exhibitions/art_gallery)

Andrew Rose Gallery, 1003 Bishohp St., Suite 120, runs through March 1, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment, call for cost. AETHER is Andrew Rose’s latest body of work in his continuing investigation through paint into the theme of water as a visual metaphor for how we see and know. (andrewrosegallery.com, 599-4400)

East-West Center Gallery, weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m., call for cost. Like many other indigenous people throughout the world, the Ainu have taken initiative to revive their traditional culture, including a project for Ainu aritsts to make replicas of Ainu artifacts owned by various museums. This exhibition features modern Ainu masterpieces and replicas of traditional artifacts. (944-7177, arts.eastwestcenter.org)

Manoa Valley Theatre, Jan 10-27, visit website for schedule and tickets. This 1960’s French farce features a glamour-boy architect who simultaneously juggles French, German and American fiancees, each beautiful airline hostesses. (manoavalleytheatre.com)

Hawaii State Capitol – Chamber leve, foyer, until March 22, 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m., closed holidays, free. The “Take a Stand Against Meth” contest challenged Hawaii teens to create original works of art inspired by content from the website methproject.org. Works in any style or medium, with the exception of videos, were eligible for entry. (hawaiimethproject.org)

Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden, open daily, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., call for cost. In honor of the Makahiki season, Hoomaluhia will be featuring an art exhibit on plants that traveled to the islands in the sailing canoes of the early voyagers who became the Hawaiians. (233-7323)

Kaiser Permanente – Honolulu Clinic, Jan. 24, 12-4 p.m., $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. Review the rules of the road and learn about aging affecting driving and more. Pre-registration required. (1-888-227-7669)

Hospice Hawaii, Waianae, Jan. 17-Feb. 21, Thursdays 1-3 p.m., series of six workshops, free. Call to register. Participants are required to attend all six sessions to receive the most benefit from the small setting of the workshops. (791-8082)

91-3257 Kualakai Pkwy., 6:30-8 p.m., free. Identify and learn how to overcome the five greatest challenges that men face in today’s world. For ages 16 and up. (kroccenterhawaii.org)

The School of Hawaii State Ballet, Thursdays, 3:30 p.m., $112 for eight weeks. The classes will cover the basic fundamentals of ballet training from the traditional barre warm-up to exercises moving across the floor. A $30 registration fee will be waived during the month of January. No previous experience necessary. (947-2755)

Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina Rm. 106, 2-4 p.m., call for cost. (235-7363, 236-9257)