Every Wednesday:
Hawaiiana Live. Experience Hawaiian history, traditions and culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Topics change weekly as the program revolves around the Hawaiian lunar calendar. Newly restored pipe organ featured. Palace Theater in Hilo. Wednesdays at 11 a.m. $5/children free. Call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Wednesday, July 4: 
Annual Parker Ranch Rodeo.  This Independence Day weekend tradition includes action-packed rodeo events, keiki (children) activities, delicious food and more. Parker Ranch paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) are joined by other Big Island paniolo for a corral of traditional rodeo events.  Parker Ranch Arena, 67-1435 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela.  9 a.m. to 1 p.m.  For information call (808) 885-7311 or visit www.parkerranch.com.

Wednesday, July 4: 
Volcano Village July 4.  Enjoy a real small town Independence Day parade at one of the most unique communities on Hawaii Island – Volcano Village at the 4,000-foot elevation next to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Includes parade, craft fair, huge farmers market and local musical entertainment. Cooper Center, 19-4030 Wright Rd., Pahoa.  9 a.m. to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 967-7800.

Wednesday, July 4: 
Kailua Kona Independence Day Parade.  The parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Kekuaokalani Gym and travel south on Kuakini Hwy., down Palani Road to Ali`i Drive along to Walua Road.  For information visit www.paradesinkona.com.

Every Wednesday: 
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  July 4 – No Show/Independence Day; July 11 –Ledward Ka’apana; July 18 – John Keawe; July 25 – Nathan Aweau. Tickets: $39.99, seating is limited. Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili. 7:30 p.m. showtime.  For information call (888) 669-3858.

Wednesday, July 4: 
2012 Maui Invitational Music Festival Presents July 4^th Concert in the Park.  Bring your lawn chair and enjoy this outdoor musical extravaganza featuring the Maui Community Band performing patriotic favorites and popular Hawaiian music. Spectacular fireworks display is the finale of a great show.  Lahaina Library Lawn, Front Street, Lahaina.  5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  For information call (808) 283-3576 visit www.aecg.org.

Wednesday, July 4: 
Red, White and Ocean Blue Day. The Maui Ocean Center Aquarium puts an ocean-friendly spin on Independence Day with special presentations and giveaways. Throughout the day, Ocean Naturalists will highlight ocean, land and energy conservation and share helpful hints with guests on how they can protect and promote healthy oceans. Children will receive patriotic red, white and blue silicone wristbands; giveaways will be offered at the Aquarium’s Front Gate while supplies last.  Maui Ocean Center, Ma’alaea Harbor.  9 a.m. to 6 p.m.  Included with cost of admission.  For information call (808) 270-7000 or visit mauioceancenter.com.

Every Monday: 
Discover and Experience Waimea.  For visitors and residents of all ages interested in information on landmarks, history, culture, family history, genealogy of places and people. 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Waimea Historic Tours, Lei Making.  West Kauai Tech & Visitor Center.  Free (donations accepted).  For information call West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center at (808) 338-1332.

Every Sunday 6:00 pm:
Emily T Gail Talks Golf & Other Sports sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide is an hour long conversation with and about people and events on the Big Island and the mainland. Emily talks with recreational, high school and professional athletes and the coaches, the parents, the organizers, the media and so much more. Learn what’s going on in sports on the island where visitors are always welcome to participate and be a part of our Big Island Sports community. ESPN Radio AM850 Hilo AM790 Kona. Emily T Gail (808) 896-6780, emilytgail@emilys.org, www.emilys.org.

Every Monday: 
90 Minute Theatrical Comedy “The Complete History of America: Abridged”.  This hilarious 90-minute PG comedy features three actors continuously changing characters and costumes as they cheerfully present five hundred years of American’s history with a rather unique perspective. Your only disappointment will be that it is over. Aston Aloha Beach Resort, Kapa’a.  Centrally located – right as you enter Lydgate Park in Kauai. Plenty of free parking. 5:30 p.m.  For information and reservations visit www.optheater.com or phone (808) 212-8444 or email info@oceansideproductions.com