Thursday, March 21: 
Local Voices: Jeff Peterson & Nathan Aweau.  Jeff Peterson is recognized as one of Hawai`i’s most versatile guitarists, as well as a popular solo artist. Nathan Aweau accompanies his beautiful vocals on guitar. He also demonstrates his extraordinary musicianship on an 8-string electric bass.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Sunday, March 17: 
Maui Pops Orchestra – St. Paddy’s Pops.  Wear your green and get ready for Irish and Celtic music.  Dancers from the Maui Academy of Performing Arts will perform their version of River Dance and Maui cellist Silvina Samuel will play the beautiful Adagio on Celtic Melodies by Bruch. Sing along to some of your favorite Irish tunes. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 3:00 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visitwww.mauiarts.org.

Sunday, March 17:
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll.  One Sunday each month from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway. Enjoy music, artists, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona).  For information visit www.kvbid.org.

Sunday, March 17: 
Sam Choy’s Keauhou Poke Contest.  Hawaii regional cuisine chef Sam Choy lends his name and fame to this event celebrating Hawai`i’s favorite appetizer, poke, created with local seafood plus seaweed, seeds, herbs, spices, nuts and more. Cooking demos, tasting and contest. Fee.  Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call (808) 930-4900.

Saturday, March 16: 
Garden Isle Artisan Fair.  This event offers an opportunity to see the wealth of local talent on the Garden Isle, with over 40 of the finest Artisans.  Photography, jewelry, aloha wear, wood carvings, lauhala baskets, photo albums,  pounded mulberry bark, passion fruit jellies, original oil paintings, table linens, and much more.  Chalupas Authentic Mexican food, Masa’s Shave Ice & Ice Cream. Free and open to the public.  Manokalanipo Park, Poipu Beach, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

March 16 – 30: 
Prince Kuhio Celebration of Kauai.  Prince Kuhio was one of Hawaii’s most beloved Ali`i (royalty) and statesmen. Located in Poipu, Ele`ele, Lihue and Wailua these events provide many interactive educational sessions about Hawaiian cultural practices and arts. Most events are free to the public. Enjoy diverse entertainment and observe cultural traditions as well as attending luaus, an outrigger canoe race and commemorative ceremonies honoring Kuhio and his efforts to foster Hawaiian values.  For information and events schedule call (808) 240-6369 or visit www.princekuhio.net.

Friday – Sunday, March 15 – 17:
Kamehameha III Celebration.  This celebration commemorates the Hawaiian King Lani Kauikeaouli who was born in Kona. Events include special Hawaiian tribute, kids fishing tournament, free concert from 5 – 10 p.m. March 16, and Sam Choy Poke contest on March 17.  Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona.  9 a.m. to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 930-4900.

Friday – Sunday, March 15 – 17:
Kamehameha III Celebration.  This celebration commemorates the Hawaiian King Lani Kauikeaouli who was born in Kona. Events include special Hawaiian tribute, kids fishing tournament, free concert from 5 – 10 p.m. March 16, and Sam Choy Poke contest on March 17.  Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, 78-128 Ehukai St., Kailua-Kona.  9 a.m. to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 930-4900.

Friday, March 15: 
Bonnie Raitt.  More than just a best-selling artist, respected guitarist, expressive singer and accomplished songwriter, Bonnie Raitt is an institution in American music and is best known for her soulful singing and her uncanny technique in blues and slide guitar. John Cruz will open the show. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Pavilion/Amphitheater, 7:00 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Sunday, March 10: 
7^th Annual Birthday Bash KTA Family Free Day at Imiloa.  The Center’s exhibit hall and planetarium offerings this day are free and open to the public. Journey Through the Universe will present special hourly presentations with exhibits from the Observatories on Maunakea, NASA Lunar Space Institute, UHH Astrophysics Club, Visitor Information Station and many others will be open for viewing. Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai`i, 600 Imiloa Pl., Hilo.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For information call (808) 969-9703 or visit www.imiloahawaii.org.