Sunday, November 9:
Aloha Makahiki Concert. The concert begins with a Makahiki blessing in an ancient hula style with Halau from Kona and Tokyo. Traditional Hawaiian music and hula with renowned musicians Bobby Moderow, Jr. (leader of the multiple Na Hoku winning group, Maunalua), Aaron Mahi (former Band Master for the Royal Hawaiian Band), George Kuo (renowned slack key guitar master), and Stephen Akana (Ambassador of Aloha from Papakolea) . Festival button required. The Makaeo Pavilion, Old Kona Airport State Recreation Area, Kailua-Kona. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For information call (808) 551-7022.

Sunday, November 9:
Pato Banton and his band The Now Generation Rocks Reggae. Enjoy an afternoon of positive reggae from local island and reggae bands and culminating with world-renown singer/songwriter and award-winning reggae legend, Pato Bandon. Pato has toured with Ziggy Marley & the Melody Makers, Sting, Burning Spear, Third World, Yellowman, Black Uhuru, Dennis Brown and Steel Pulse. The Courtyard Marriott in Kapa’a at their oceanside tent pavilion, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapa`a. For tickets and information call (808) 346-5800.

Saturday, November 8:
Ku A Moo. Moo, the skin-changing lizard-bodied guardians of old Hawai`i, are fierce protectors of land and water. But what happens when a Moo is separated from its home? When a Hawaiian girl uncovers the secret of her family’s history, she finds herself asking, who will stand as guardian today? World premiere. Tenny Theatre, 229 Queen Emma Square, Corner of Beretania and Alakea Streets, Honolulu. 4:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 839-9885 or visit www.htyweb.org.

Saturday, November 8:
Made in Maui County Festival. The festival showcases a wide variety of made in Maui County products from approximately 100 vendors, including foods, produce, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, gifts, collectibles, demonstrations, restaurant vendors, food trucks and more. Public admission is $3, children 12 and under are free. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information call (808) 244-0081 or visit www.MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com.

Saturday, November 8:
Fall Festival & Craft Fair. A family-friendly event featuring food trucks, local crafters, entertainment, games, water slides and bouncers, and the “Griffin Post”, a country store of plants, household items, toys and Christmas decor just in time for the holidays. American Renaissance Academy, 91-1011 Lexington St., Kapolei. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For information call (808) 682-7337 or visit www.arahawaii.org.

Saturday – Tuesday, November 8-11: Asia Pacific Junior Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort Kings Course brings together the top junior golfers from Hawai`i and Japan in a Ryder Cup™ style tournament. Amateur golfers are invited to play in the Junior Am with these world junior golfers November 8. The $100 entry fee, of which $50 is tax deductible, includes golf, the APJC awards ceremony and luncheon. To register, call the Hawai`i State Junior Golf Association at (808) 532-0559. Updates on Waikoloa Beach Resort Golf Tournaments and more are available on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under Lineup tab.

Saturday, November 8:
Hospice Hawai`i Hosts Na Hoa Malama Benefit Fundraiser. With a “Mission: Possible!” theme, Hospice Hawai`i’s flagship fundraiser, Na Hoa Malama, will draw inspiration from beloved secret agent franchises like James Bond and Mission: Impossible. The evening of excitement, intrigue and martinis (shaken, not stirred) will also pair fine wines with a gourmet dinner. In addition, there will be a silent auction and celebration of Hospice Hawai`i’s Heroes and Friends. Waialae Country Club, 4997 Kahala Ave., Honolulu. 6 to 10 p.m. For table sponsorships and event information, call (808) 791-8075, or visit www.hospicehawaii.org.

Saturday, November 8:
150^th Anniversary Luau, Grove Farm Museum. In 1864 George Wilcox acquired a property outside of Lihue known as Grove Farm. His education in engineering helped him to irrigate 900 acres of barren land, which led to the creation of a successful Kaua`i sugar plantation. Celebrate this significant milestone at this old style luau starring Melveen Leed. Front lawn of Grove Farm Museum, 4050 Nawiliwili Rd., Lihue. 5 to 9 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 245-3202 or visit www.grovefarm.org.

Friday Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment. For information call (808) 335-6469.

Friday, November 7:
First Friday Pa`ina. Experience old-style music local food, fun and friendship at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.