January 3

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Thursday January 3
Learn to Paint ‘Island Style’ by Tami
Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., $30. Join Tami as she teaches students how to easily paint “island style” while creating memories of Hawaii. Reservations recommended. (surfjack.com)

Open Mic Comedy at Kavachino
Kavachino, 16 Merchant St., 8-10 p.m., free. Anyone can sign up for 5-7 minutes of stage time. Newbies and seasoned comics alike are welcome. (kavachino-hi.com)

Blood Bank of Hawaii
Alii Place, Suite 2130, 6:30 a.m.-4 p.m., free. Donate blood and save lives. Pre-registration recommended. (848-4770, bbh.org)

G. Love at Blue Note Hawaii
Blue Note Hawaii, 2335 Kalakaua Ave., 8 p.m., $25-$35. G. Love will be bringing their signature blend of delta blues, hip-hop, funk, rock and roll, and jazz. (bluenotehawaii.com)