Saturday, August 10: 
Play Along with Ukulele Mele.  Ukulele players of all abilities are invited to bring their ukulele to workshops led by “master of multiple genres and strumming styles” Mele Fong at Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. Mele is a professional singer and entertainer, who also teaches private and small group lessons at the Museum. $10.00 includes admission to the museum.10 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Bailey House Museum, 2375 Main St., Wailuku.  For information call (808) 244-3326 or visit www.mauimuseum.org.

Friday, August 9: 
Maui Calls 2013 – MACC’s Signature Benefit Gala.  This year the theme is “In Celebration of the Surfrider” and some of Maui’s surfing luminaries are expected to be in attendance. Enjoy music by surprise musical guests and sample delectable pūpū created by chefs from stellar Maui restaurants, paired with premium wines served by vintners from the world’s boutique wineries. Silent and live auctions offer the chance to bid on hundreds of items, from art and jewelry to sports and resorts. Then dance the night away with Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats under the glowing pavilion roof. $175.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 6 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Every Wednesday: 
Hawai`iana Live.  A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Surprise guests and musicians often appear.  Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo.  11 a.m. Admission is $5, Keiki 12 & under, free.  For information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Select Wednesdays throughout August: 
Wildest Show in Town.  Organizer Roy Sakuma has lined up an array of community talent for the sunset shindig amid the animal popular at the zoo.  Ukulele giveaway by KoAloha Ukulele.   August 7 – Jimmy Borges and His Jazz All Stars; August 14 – Na Leo Pilimehana.  Residents and visitors alike assemble and bring or buy their dinnertime meals, to soak in the music and camaraderie.  Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu, Honolulu. 6 p.m. Gates open at 4:35 p.m. $3 at the door.   For information call (808) 971-7171 or visit www.roysakuma.net.

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”.  August 7 – Dennis Kamakahi; August 14 – Ledward Ka`apana; August 21 – David “Kawika” Kahiapo; August 28 – Herb Ohta Jr. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Pavilion at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, Napili. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit www.slackkeyshow.com.

Every Tuesday
features the new Emily T Gail Show.  Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage.  Sponsored by Aloha – Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about golf, running, swimming, biking, tennis, paddling, diving, skateboarding, as well as major league sports, high school sports, and college sports. For information, call Emily at (808) 896-6780, visit www.emilys.org, or email Emily at emilytgail@emilys.org.

Every Tuesday in the morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport -Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30am. Contact 808 886-5000 or bikeworkshawaii.com for more information.

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 5p.m. Waimea Historic Tours, Lei Making.  West Kaua`i Tech & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy, Waimea.  Free (donations accepted).  For information call (808) 338-1332.

Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  August 4 – Honoring Raymond Kane; August 11 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; August 18 – Spirit of Slack Key; August 25 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music – Slack Key Guitar.  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, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei.  3 to 5 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Sunday, August 4: 
Earth Wind & Fire.  Earth Wind & Fire will light up the night with their music, moves and magic! The line-up features Verdine White, Philip Bailey and Ralph Johnson, along with an arsenal of musicians on guitar, keyboards, percussion and horns. EWF is well known for their showmanship, so they will be delivering big fun with big stage presence and big hits. Gates open at 4 p.m. for pre-show festivities. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 7 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.