Pitstop: 9/1/17
Friday September 1
OHM Expo 2017
The Oahu Holistic and Metaphysical (OHM) Expo kicks off its inaugural event at Blaisdell Center Sept. 1-2. The trade show displays the natural talent of the islands in the form of readers, healers, conscious businesses and entrepreneurs. More information online. (ohmexpo.net)
The Lambsbread Live
Reggae sensation The Lambsbread plays Downbeat Lounge with opening act Rootie’s Roots starting at 9 p.m. Admission is $10 in advance or $15 at the door for those 21 and older. Prior to that, Phil Strauss performs from 6 to 8 p.m. for happy hour; admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Saturday September 2
Walk #5: The Living Archive
88 Block Walks and Interisland Terminal are pleased to present Walk #5: The Living Archive—a walking tour and multimedia experience that connects Kaka’ako, the dynamic and controversial neighborhood we know today, to its past through personal narratives collected between the 1920s and 1970s. Walks kick off at 7:30 and 9 p.m. Register online. (88blockwalks.com)
Rock-a-Tiki Madness
The Aldo Rays host an evening of rockabilly and tiki madness at the Downbeat Lounge. Also featuring supporting performances from Tiki Taboo and Tiki Jive Cats. Music starts at 9 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
DJ Loczi Live
The mash-up movement has arrived at SKY Waikiki, Rooftop Restaurant, Lounge, and Nightclub. One of the most prolific open format DJs, LOCZI, will rock the dance floor. Doors open at 10 p.m., and cover is $20. (vip@skywaikiki.com, skywaikiki.com)
Monday September 4
Open Mic
GJ hosts an open mic night at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. Signups begin at 5:45 p.m. and are first-come, first served. Open to all types of talent. (hulas.com)
Auto Lunch Bunch
The Auto Lunch Bunch meets at noon at Waikiki Yacht Club, 1599 Ala Moana Blvd. Guest speaker is Dave Rolf, executive director of Hawaii Automobile Dealers Association. He’ll focus his talk on the appearance of driverless vehicles and speak on “Driverless car adoption rate will stretch over several decades.” RSVP required. Cost is $18 and includes meal, iced tea, tax and tip. (225-2965, edracers@aol.com)
East End Hot Rod Car Show
The hugely popular East End Hot Rod Car Show returns to Hawaii Kai Towne Center from 5 to 9 p.m. This free family-friendly event features more than 200 beautiful dream machines on display. (hawaiikaitownecenter.com/hotrod)
Tuesday September 5
Rising Melody
Biku Shimabuku presents The Rising Melody with live original performances by singer-songwriters. Event starts at 8 p.m., and admission is free for those 21 and older. (downbeatdiner.com)
Jared Ming Live
Jared Ming performs live at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand from 6 to 9 p.m. Special guest GJ. Admission is free. (hulas.com)
Wednesday September 6
Vincent Royo Live
Vincent Royo performs live from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand with special guest GJ. Admission is free. (hulas.com)
Thursday September 7
Paint For Your Soul
Gwenaelle Devaux hosts a pau hana painting class in Downbeat Lounge from 5 to 7 p.m. Registration and more information can be found online. Following that, howlin’ rockers 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes takes the stage at 9 p.m.; admission is free for those 21 and older. (paintforyoursoul.com, 492-7702)
Jason Laeha Live
Jason Laeha performs live from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. Admission is free. (hulas.com)
