Sunday Afternoons: 
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  October 4 – Po`ina Ole – Never to be Forgotten; October 11 – For the Birds; October 18 – Whales Homecoming; October 25 –`Ohana 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.

Sunday, October 4: 
Hawai`i Children & Youth Day.  Recognize the potential and special gifts of keiki (children) and opio (youth). Sign up for the 2015 CYD Keiki Fun Run 1k and 3k Events at Kaka`ako Park. Hawai`i State Capitol, 415 S. Beretania St., Honolulu.  10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  For information call (808) 778-9146 or visit hawaiicyd.org.

Saturday, October 3: 
Hana Parade & Ho`olaulea.  2015 Festivals of Aloha fittingly culminates with an action packed agenda in heavenly Hana, with a week-long schedule of events through October 10<sup>th</sup>. Lots of hula and Hawaiian music, all happening at one of the most authentic unspoiled locations in the world. Parade begins at 9 a.m. at the Hasegawa General Store, 5165 Hana Hwy, Hana.  Ho`olaulea to follow the parade at the Hana Ballpark, with entertainment, food and craft booths, and talent show. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.  Official Festivals of Aloha Maui Nui Style ribbons are $5 each and support the countywide events. For the latest information and schedule of events for the week, call (808) 866-3275 or visit www.festivalsofaloha.com.

Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4: 
17^th Annual Coconut Festival.  Celebrate all that is Coconut with unique coconut crafts, coconut games, delicious coconut foods and contests with some of the best crafters, artists and entertainers in Hawai`i. Enjoy non-stop music, taiko drummers, hula, and fun. Live music Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy cooking demos by some of the island’s best chefs.  Lots of fun for keiki too, with a children’s stage, petting zoo, inflatables and coconut activities. Kapa`a Beach Park, Kapa`a.  Admission $5 per person, 12 and under free.  For information call (808) 652-4988 or visit www.kbakauai.org.

Saturday, October 3: 
St. Joseph School 29^th Annual Country Fair.  This is a fun-filled family friendly event. Enjoy fresh malasadas, carnival style games, great food, live music and great prize giveaways. St. Joseph School, 1000 Ululani St., Hilo. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Free admission.  For more information call (808) 933-1459 or visit www.sjshilo.com.

Saturday, October 3:
Open Cockpit Day. Climb into the cockpit of one of several of historic aircraft and talk story with pilots. Flight suits, helmets, and fun provided. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members.  Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Hangar 79. For information call (808) 441-1005 or visit www.PacificAviationMuseum.org.

Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4: 
Honolulu Intertribal Powwow:  “We are Family”.  Celebrate Native American culture in a uniquely diverse tropical setting. Experience the sights, sounds, flavors, and spirit of Native America. This is a family friendly event aimed at keeping children safe, no drugs or alcohol.  Thomas Square Park, 925 South Beretania, Honolulu.  10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 896-4487 or visit www.honoluluintertribalpowwow.com.

Saturday, October 3: 
Windward Ho`olaulea 2015:  A Homegrown Celebration.  Enjoy a day of a variety of entertainment, family fun, keiki rides, Imaginarium shows, art gallery exhibits, arts & crafts, ono food, a silent auction, and much more.  Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Road, Kaneohe. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. For information and event schedule, call (808) 235-7374 or visit www.windwardhoolaulea.com.

Saturday, October 3: 
Chocolate Extravaganza.  Enjoy the fun of indulging in chocolate while contributing to the solution of homelessness on Oahu.  Proceeds from the Chocolate Extravaganza will benefit Family Promise of Hawai`i and Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The mission of Family Promise of Hawai`i is to mobilize existing community resources to help families with children experiencing homelessness and help them transition to sustainable independence. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 780 Keolu Drive, Kailua.  6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 pre-sale ($35 at the door).  Limited seating VIP event always sells out fast! For tickets and information call (808)262-4548 or visit www.emmanuelkailua.com.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6-9 p.m.  October 2 – Wailuku, on Market Street; October 9 – Lahaina, on Front Street; October 16 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; October 23 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.