What’s Up in Windward Oahu

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Wednesday November 19

Moffat show Storyteller Ben Moffat presents “Mr. Spelunker’s Adventures,” on stilts, with puppets and music, at 6:30 p.m. at Waimanalo Library. Call 259-2610.

Blood drives Hawaii Blood Bank has donor drives from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. today and Dec. 2 in Hale Akoakoa 101, 103 and 105 at WCC. Call 848-4770.

AA meetings Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 6:30 and 8 tonight, and at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Windward Unity Church, 46-005 Kawa St. Suite 303. Call 262-6731.

Kaneohe book sale The Friends of the Kaneohe Library sells all craft and cookbooks for half price this month in the basement bookstore. Hours are 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and 6-7:45 p.m. today, 1-3 p.m. Friday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday and 1-3 p.m. Tuesday. Call 247-4819.

Turkey tickets Halau Turkey imu orders ($15 each) are due today to Halau Ha’a Hula ‘O Kekau’ilani Na Pua Hala o Kailua for its Nov. 26-27 imu benefit. Call 561-6252.

Turkey tickets KEY Tickets are on sale now until all spaces are reserved for KEY Project’s annual Thanksgiving Imu Project Nov. 26-27. Fee is $20. Call 239-5777 or 277-8686.

Turkey tickets St. John’s Tickets are on sale now ($15) until all spaces are reserved for the Thanksgiving imu benefit at St. John’s By-the-Sea on Lihikai Drive. Call 239-7198.

Thursday November 20

Kaneohe board meets Kaneohe Neighborhood Board meets at 7 p.m. at Parker Elementary cafeteria. Call 738-3710.

Caregivers A Caretaker Support Group meets at 9 a.m. at Queen Liliu’okalani Children’s Center on Haiku Road. Call 234-2207.

Bamboo Readers WCC’s “Out Loud in the Library” program presents the Bamboo Ridge Readers at 5:30 p.m. in Library Learning Commons (lower level), featuring five performers, plus music and refreshments for the public. Call 235-7374.

Keiki stories Kaneohe Library has a free preschool storytime at 10:30 a.m. Call 233-5676.

Party pupus Eileen Towata shares “Pupus for Parties” at 6 p.m. in Castle hospital’s wellness center, with samples and printed recipes. Fee is $10. Call 263-5400.

Jazz fest Turtle Bay Resort presents Oahu Jazz & Blues Festival today through Sunday with award-winning singers and musicians. Call 293-6000.

HPU musical HPU presents the musical Fiddler on the Roof Thursdays through Sundays, now through Nov. 30, plus a special 7:30 p.m. Nov. 26 show, at Paul and Vi Loo Theatre. Tickets cost $20. Call 375-1282.

Friday November 21 ‘Peter Pan’ Diamond in the Rough Productions presents Peter Pan at 7:30 tonight, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 4 p.m. Sunday at Paliku Theatre, featuring a large youthful cast and a “You Can Fly” children’s package. Tickets cost $19 and $10. Call 1-866-967-8167.

Dance concert Castle Dance Ensemble’s Holiday Showcase is at 7:30 p.m. in Ron Bright Theatre, featuring a variety of dance styles. Donations support its upcoming New York trip. Call 233-5600.

Puohala turkey imu Puohala Elementary School’s PTA and Papa Makua plan a Thanksgiving imu roast Nov. 26-27; orders are due today and payment ($20) is due Nov. 25. Call Tish at 722-8569.

Kailua bluegrass The Saloon Pilots play blue-grass music from 8:30 to 11 p.m. at Big City Diner Kailua. Call 263-8880.

Haiku music Ho’okani entertains from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Haleiwa Joe’s on Haiku Road. Call 247-6671.

Saturday November 22

Plant food Kevin Mulkern of Mulkern Nursery in Waimanalo leads a free workshop at 10 a.m. on “Plant Food: Fertilizers & Compost” at 41-639 Kaulukanu St. Call 396-6595.

Da Hui cleanup Da Hui has its 10th annual North Shore Cleanup from 8 to 11 a.m., meeting on Turtle Bay Resort’s West Lawn. The cleanup is followed by a free barbecue and music by Culture Nation and The Late Ones. Email mahina@dahui.com.

Kahaluu hike Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club leads a 3.6-mile intermediate hike at 8:30 a.m. to Ulupaina ridge in Kahaluu. Visit htmclub.org.

Benefit sale Castle High clubs, the freshman class and others run a benefit garage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the theater parking lot. Call 233-5600, ext. 2236.

Parker craft fair Parker United Methodist Church has a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 45-211 Waikalua Road, featuring gift baskets, plants, baked goods, shave ice, plate lunches, jewelry, crafts and more. Call 247-3250.

Fishpond help Volunteers with Waikalua Loko Fishpond Preservation Society meet from 8 a.m. to noon for a work day at the Kaneohe pond. To offer help, call 263-8202.

Marsh master plan hike A free tour of Kailua wet-lands, sponsored by Kailua Hawaiian Civic Club and others, is planned from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to familiarize interested residents with the cultural sites that are part of the updated Kawainui Marsh Master Plan. Register before Nov. 19 to rhondaro@hawaii.edu or 398-2374. Space is limited.

Safe communities Windward Neighborhood Security Watch, HPD and partners sponsor a community safety fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Windward Mall with exhibits, entertainment and awareness information. Call 235-1143.

Tea room bingo A Cup of Tea hosts Bingo Night at 6 p.m., including prizes, fun and the Lady Tiffany buffet for $30.95 plus tax and tip. Next up: Ugly Christmas sweater bingo contest Dec. 13. The tea room is located at 407 Uluniu St. #101. Call 230-8832.

Sunday November 23

Messiah sing-along Christ Church Uniting presents “Handel’s Messiah Sing-along” at 4 p.m. at 1300 Kailua Road. Call 262-6911.

Hanauma talks Hanauma Nature Preserve offers free public lectures by UH graduate students at 3 p.m. in the park theater on Maui groundwater discharge, Maunalua Bay algae and tilapia. Parking costs $1. Call 397-5840.

Clay on display Gallery ‘Iolani’s “Clay,” an exhibit by 13 local ceramic artists closes today at WCC. Call 236-9150.

Narcissus beauties Narcissus Queen Pageant contestants make an appearance at noon at Windward Mall. Call 235-1143.

Blood drive Hawaii Blood Bank has a donor drive from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kailua Town Center parking garage. Call 848-4770.

Monday November 24

Kaha Garden help Hui o Ko’olaupoko volunteers help maintain Kaha Garden from 8 a.m. to noon today at Kawainui Neighborhood Park, 750 Kaha St. Call 277-5611.

Tuesday November 25

Baby tales Kaneohe Library has a free Baby Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for tots up to age 18 months. Call 233-5676.

Grumpy voices The Grumpy Old Men Quartet perform a free public concert at 7 p.m. at Pohai Nani auditorium. Call 234-6639.

St. Nick pets Santa invites pets (leashed or in a cage) to pose with him for photos at Windward Mall from 6 to 9 p.m. today and Dec. 2, 9 and 16 at center court. Call 235-1143.

Upcoming

Healthy pregnancy Castle Medical Center will lead a Healthy Pregnancy class from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 26 for couples. Fee is $10. Call 263-5400.

Movie night Kaneohe Library will screen the free film Maleficent at 6 p.m. Nov. 26, including free popcorn. Call 233-5676.

Stargazing Hokulani Imaginarium will present “Led Zeppelin” at 7 p.m. Nov. 26 on the WCC campus. Admission is $7, $6 and $5. Call 235-7433.