Saturday, October 13:
Eo e Emmalani I Alaka’i.  Free commemorative event honoring Queen Emma’s ascent into Kokee in 1871. Day long hula and Hawaiian music, chant and oli. A royal procession on horseback at noon.  10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow fronting the Kokee Museum.  Free.  For information call (808) 335-9975.

Saturday, October 13: 
Matsuri Kauai.  The Kauai Japanese Cultural Society will be celebrating this year’s festivities with Karaoke singers, dancers, martial arts, drumming, kimon kitsuke for adults as well as children, bento sales, origami, oshibana, musubi madness contest, mochi pounding, mini bon dance, tea ceremony, bonsai, jorei and flower circle. Enjoy Hawaiian music, hula and Japanese dance by our Japanese visitors and local artists.  Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall, 4191 Hardy St., Lihue, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 822-5353.

Saturday, October 13: 
Na Mea Hawaii Hula Kahiko Performance.  Kumu Leilehua Yuen and Manu Josiah present a hula kahiko “informance” at the hula platform, plus cultural/craft demonstrations.  This outdoor presentation takes place rain or shine at the hula platform located near VAC Gallery. The audience is encouraged to bring sitting mat and sun/rain gear. Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply.  Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano.  For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Saturday Evenings: 
Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ‘ukulele concerts.  October 6 – Gift of the Ancestors; October 13 – Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele; October 20 – Sea Turtle Serenade; October 27 – Hawaii’s Sunset Music.  Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors).  A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki O ka ‘Aina.  A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki ‘O ka ‘Aina. Located in the Children of the Land Cultural Center, Kauai Village (Safeway/Longs) Center, Kapa`a.  5:00 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Sunday Afternoons: 
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ‘ukulele concerts.  October 7 – Hanalei Slack Key; October 14 – For the Birds; October 21 – Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar & Ukulele; October 28 – Heart of Slack Key.  Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors).  The concerts are nahenahe – soft and sweet.  Slack key guitar and ukulele in the real old style.  All traditional music with songs and stories of the islands, telling the history of this Hawaiian musical art form.  A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center.  3:00 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

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.

Saturday & Sunday, October 6 & 7: 
The Coconut Festival.  A two day cultural festival that offers Polynesian and coconut themed entertainment, cultural and historical exhibits and demonstrations, food, crafts, games, contests, hands-on cultural activities and cooking demonstrations.  Kapa`a Beach Park, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.  Donation at the gate.  For information call (808) 651-3273.

Saturday, October 6: 
3^rd Annual World Peace Festival.  In ancient Hawaiian times, Moku Ola, also known as Coconut Island, was a place of healing as well as a place of refuge, and serves well for the setting of the World Peace Festival.  Free performances and keiki activities alongside arts, crafts and international food booths bring the community together to celebrate over a century of peaceful multicultural coexistence on Hawaii Island.  Coconut Island, Hilo.  10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Every Saturday: 
Maui Swap Meet.  Maui’s largest flea market is a great place to shop for unique, home-made, handcrafted, quality products at reasonable prices.  University of Hawaii – Maui College, 310 Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului.  7:00 a.m. to 1:00.  Cost is 50 cents; free after 12:30 p.m.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Free admission. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  October 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; October 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; October 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; October 26 – Paia, on Hana Highway and Baldwin Avenues. For more information visit www.mauifridays.com.