Thursday, July 13 & Thursday, July 27:
Ke Kani O Ke Kai – Led Kaapana, Weldon Kekauoha, Maunalua.  Kick back on the cool, beachfront lawn at the Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, for an evening of live entertainment and food under the stars.  Doors open 5:30 p.m., performances 7 to 8:30 p.m. Waikiki Aquarium galleries will remain open during the concerts. Don’t forget to bring blankets and chairs to sit on the beach-front lawn. For tickets and information call (808) 923-9741 or visit https://www.waikikiaquarium.org/.

Saturday, July 15:
Sea Life Park Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series – Kalani Pea, Raiatea Helm, Maunalua, and Melveen Leed.  Sea Life Park hosts the Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series, bringing Hawai`i’s favorite music artists to one of Oahu’s most memorable venues.  Family and friends of all ages are invited to experience Sea Life Park, listen to live music and enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian summer nights. Sea Life Park, 41-202 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo.  For more information on the Makapu`u Twilight Concert Series and tickets, visit http://www.sealifeparkhawaii.com/twilightconcert.

Saturday & Sunday, July 15 & 16:
Hawai`i State Farm Fair.  Enjoy the numerous educational exhibits in the Department of Agriculture’s Pavilion. Keiki will enjoy seeing live animals on display in the 4-H Livestock Tent. There will be entertainment, demonstrations and the always popular on stage contests like watermelon eating, corn husking and chili pepper eating. There will also be kiddie rides, bouncers and fabulous food. Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy., Kaneohe. Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 adults, keiki and all students (must present a current student ID) free. For information visit http://www.hawaiistatefarmfair.org/.

Saturday, July 15:
Laukanaka Ka Hula – Throngs of Hula People Gather.  The 40^th Anniversary Celebration of the Prince Lot Hula Festival.  The largest non-competitive hula celebration in Hawai`i, the festival is held each year to honor Prince Lot Kapuaiwa who reprised the once forbidden hula in the district of Moanalua. The festival will feature an impressive line-up of 20 premier hula groups who will perform ancient and contemporary hula over the festival weekend. There will also be cultural demonstrations, a Hawaiian-inspired craft fair, poi pounding workshops, entertainment and more.  Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase on both days. There is no charge to attend the festival, however, a button donation to non-profit Moanalua Gardens Foundation, the festival’s presenter, is requested to raise funds to support the event. Iolani Palace, 364 South King St., Honolulu.  Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit http://www.moanaluagardensfoundation.org/.

Saturday, July 15:
Kaua`i Island Crafters Fair.  Find quality merchandise for that special occasion, gift giving or keepsake. A collection of beautifully handmade products, carved bone jewelry, sculptured or laser wood carvings, Kaua`i photos & notecards, vintage Japanese kimono fabric bags, fabric angels, Hawaiian quilts, futons & other sewn products, sunrise & Niihau shell jewelry, Hawaiian print towel wraps, fused glass art jewelry, sun catchers, tapa prints & bags & accessories and more by local Kaua`i artists. Find that unique gift that will be cherished for years. Koloa Elementary School Cafeteria, 3223 Poipu Rd., Koloa. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 635-4314.

Weekends, July 14 through August 6: 
Maui Onstage Presents: 9 to 5 The Musical.  With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.  Historic Iao Theatre, 68 N Market St., Wailuku.  Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays.  For tickets and information visit http://mauionstage.com/.

Thursday, July 13: 
Ke Kani O Ke Kai – Amy Hanaiali`i, Keauhou, Special Guest Halau.  Kick back on the cool, beachfront lawn at the Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, for an evening of live entertainment and food under the stars.  Doors open 5:30 p.m., performances 7 to 8:30 p.m. Waikiki Aquarium galleries will remain open during the concerts. Don’t forget to bring blankets and chairs to sit on the beach-front lawn. For tickets and information call (808) 923-9741 or visit https://www.waikikiaquarium.org/.

Wednesday, July 12:
The Wildest Show in Town – Melveen Leed.  Enjoy live local music, keiki activities, and prizes, including an `ukulele drawing. Plate lunches and snacks will be available for purchase.   Admission is $3 ages two and over.  Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 5 to 7 p.m. Zoo exhibits close 5:30 p.m.  Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 926-3191 or visit http://www.honoluluzoo.org/wild/.

Tuesday – Thursday, July 10 – 14:
Flight School for Girls. For grades 6 – 8.  Discover the world of aviation through fast-paced STEM activities. Experiment with the forces of flight, cargo loading, weather & atmosphere, flight physiology, and flight planning. Collaborate with others to solve a real-world aviation challenge. Flight School alumni are invited to return for a brand new experience! Program includes lunch and snacks each day, and a logo T-shirt. $325 ($295 Museum Members). Pacific Aviation Museum, Pearl Harbor, Historic Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  For more information call (808) 441-1005 or visit www.PacificAviationMuseum.org.

Saturday, July 8:
Red, White, Blue and Brass.  An open-air concert of American music performed by HPAF brass program. All- American food available for purchase from 5:30. Free admission.  Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kamuela. 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 333-7378.