On The Grid – 10/22/14

on October 20, 2014 at 12:30 am

October 22 WED

COMEDY U FALL CONTEST
AT ANNA O’BRIEN’S

Laugh as 16 comedians battle for the fall tournament’s top spot. Aside from bragging rights, the night’s winner also will receive a $150 cash prize. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 8:30. Tickets cost $5-$7. Ages 21 and older. facebook.com/ComedyU.HI

October 23 THUR

WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER
AT KOKO HEAD CAFÉ

Admittedly, this event is a little pricey at $85 a head. But trust us, the night, helmed by former Top Chef contestant and current Koko Head Café chef Lee Anne Wong, will be SO worth it — have you tried the Cornflake French Toast?! Wong and her team partner with Jason Fukeda of Fujioka’s Wine Times to present diners with a fried chicken and whiskey feast. Pupus include Pocho Puppies and KaLei Deviled Eggs, and the picnic-style meal features dishes such as Miso Pork Maple

Beans and Lilikoi Chess Pie for dessert. A portion of the night’s proceeds go to Kokua Hawaii Foundation. kokoheadcafe.com

October 24 FRI

THE PAW PROJECT
AT DORIS DUKE THEATRE

Many cat owners may not realize that de-clawing a feline friend requires amputating the entire first joint of each toe. Watch exotic-animal veterinarian Jennifer Conrad’s documentary and learn more about her organization Paw Project, and how its advocacy efforts protected many animals. The film starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets cost $8-$10. Tickets are available online right MEOW. honolulumuseum.org

BURLY-Q BINGO
AT THE ARTS AT MARKS GARAGE

“This ain’t your grandma’s bingo! When our clothes hit the floor, YOU win!” a flier for Burly-Q Bingo teases. The night includes live burlesque featuring La Femme Rikita, Chi Chi Roniz, Miss Catwings and special guests Tracy Lashes and Betty Bourbon. Tickets at the door cost $15, which includes 10 bingo cards. Follow the fun with #BurlyQBingo and #HIBurlyQ. The games begin at 8 p.m. burlyqbingooctober2014.eventbrite.com

October 25 SAT

WHIIITE
AT THE REPUBLIK

Music producer/DJ Whiiite makes a stop in Honolulu just in time for some pre-Halloween partying at The Republik. Doors open at 9 p.m., or at 6 at The Safehouse for ages 21 and older. Tickets cost $15-$20 (there is a $5 increase the day of the show). jointherepublik.com

October 28 TUE

BJÖRK: BIOPHILIA LIVE
AT DORIS DUKE THEATRE

Björk’s characteristic quirkiness and musical talent are brought to the big screen with a concert film by British director Peter Strickland and editor Nick Fenton. The film includes Björk and her band performing every song from her eighth studio album. Expect visceral stage productions and visuals, intricately designed costumes and, of course, colorful hair. Additional screenings throughout the week until Oct. 31 include Björk-inspired mini concerts from bands Alt/Air, Boy and Sea, and The Bougies. Tickets cost $8-$10. honolulumuseum.org