Every Monday:
Te Ao Maohi; The Land of the Natives. Experience the Culture and Traditions of the Polynesian people, from the voyages of Pele to the Mo`olelo of Oro Master of the Sky, from the genealogy of Tangaroa the God of the Sea to Olo Misilagi Letuli, The Father of the fireknife. Learn the stories of Polynesia’s ancestors, the natives of this land. The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7:00 p.m. For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.

Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 9:30 a.m. Registration required no later than noon the Friday before that Monday to schedule your tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332.

Every Monday:
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends. Kanikapila jam sessions are held on Monday evenings, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. and are open to all musicians.  Bring your own instrument and enjoy ‘garage style’ jamming.  Held in the Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Volcanoes National Park. The event is free, however donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

April 5 – 11:
52^nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival. Hawai`i’s most venerable hula celebration and competition with week-long festivities including exhibitions, musical entertainment, arts and crafts fairs and the Miss Aloha Hula Competition, kahiko (ancient) and auana (modern) hula competitions. Sunday, April 5th: community ho`olaulea at Afook Chinen Auditorium, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., (free). Wednesday, hula demonstrations at Edith Kanakaole Stadium, 6 p.m. to pau, no charge, but seats are first come first serve, and limited. Edith Kanakaole Stadium is the site of the competitions: Thursday (Miss Aloha Hula), Friday (Hula Kahiko-ancient hula), Saturday (Hula Awana, modern hula). For more information on venues and event times visit www.merriemonarch.com or call (808) 935-9168.

Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. April 5 – Traditional Hawaiian Slack Key; April 12 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; April 19 – Legends of Slack Key; April 26 – Kaua`i’s 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. Voted 2014 Best Live Show in Hawai`i by Hawai`i Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards. 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.

Saturday, April 4:
Hawai`i Pops “Concert Series” presents Smooth Jazz Superstar Dave Koz. Nine-time Grammy® nominated Saxophonist Dave Koz joins Matt Catingub and the Hawai`i Pops Orchestra to bring his exciting style and sound to the Hawai`i Theatre for an unforgettable evening of great music. Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 528-0506 or visit www.hawaiitheatre.com.

Saturday, April 4:
Hawaiian Islands Land Trust: Talk Story on the Land Moonlight Hike. Experience the beautiful 277-acre refuge at night while talking story at Waihee Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge. Led by Director of Conservation, Scott Fisher. Meet at the Waihe`e Refuge, Halewaiu Rd., Wailuku. $25 suggested donation as light appetizers and refreshments will be provided. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. For information call (808) 244-5263 or visit www.hilt.org.

Friday, April 4:
Kaua`i Fashion Weekend. Kaua’i’s newest signature fashion event. Launched on February 9, 2013, KFW introduced a new way of celebrating fashion on the island. The organization honors the island’s flare while also premiering the international scene. Kaua`i Marriott Resort and Beach Club, Grand Ballroom, 3610 Rice St, Lihue. 5 to 9 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 246-0147 or visit www.kauaifashionweek.com.

Saturday, April 4:
Comedy Smash 4 – “A Ladies Night Out”. Capone’s Comedy Smash is back for its fourth run, this time, celebrating an impressive line-up of legendary comediennes for “A Ladies Night Out.” Neal Blaisdell Concert Hall, 777 Ward Ave., Honolulu. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 768-5252 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Weekends, April 4 – 19:
Kaua`i Community Players 2015 Season – Prodigal Father. An original light-hearted comedy directed by the author. Enjoy refreshments and meet the people involved after each opening night performance. Puhi Theatrical Warehouse, 4411 E. Kikowaena Rd., Puhi. All shows run Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 245-7700 or visit www.kauaicommunityplayers.org.