Friday, September 8:
Augie T’s “A Summer 4 All” Comedy Show.  Laugh until your sides ache, with one of Hawai`i’s favorite comedians.  Augie T was named funniest comic in Hawai`i by the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and Midweek.  His work has been recognized as best comedy show by Honolulu Magazine, topped the DVD sales charge, and won two Hawai`i Music Awards and two Na Hoku Hanahano awards.   The opening act will be musician and songwriter Shawn Garnett (best known as Hawai`i Five-O’s Cousin Flippa). Hawai`i Theatre Center, 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu. 7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information visit http://www.hawaiitheatre.com/.

Thursday, September 7:
9^th Annual Pau Hana Block Party.  Enjoy food, live music, and more at Hawai`i Literacy’s biggest annual fundraiser at Murphy’s Bar & Grill in Downtown Honolulu. Each $45 ticket includes dinner and two drinks and supports their five free programs, which help adults and children develop literacy skills for life. Murphy’s Bar & Grill, 2 Merchant St., Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m.  For tickets and information visit http://www.hawaiiliteracy.org/pauhana/.

Saturday, September 16: 
42^nd Annual Paniolo Parade and Honouliuli.  The parade will start at 10 a.m. at Waimea Cherry Blossom Park, Church Rd., Waimea, and proceed to Waimea Park, featuring princesses on horseback with attendees (complete with “Pooper Scooper” brigades!), decorated with the flowers of their respective islands. The Royal Court will also be present, along with local hula halau and more. The Parade is followed by a ho`olaulea, with one of the best crafts show of the year, featuring island foods, games, arts & crafts, Hawaiian products and live Hawaiian musical entertainment in Waimea Ballpark until 4 p.m. This is a drug and alcohol free event. Admission is free. Note: 1 hour road closure.  For information visit http://www.hawaiiislandfestival.org/.

Wednesday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  September 6 – Island of Peace; September 13 – In the Real Old Style; September 20 – Sea Turtle Serenade; September 27 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music. Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free.   A portion of the proceeds support All Saints’ Pipe Organ Restoration Project.  Free gift drawing.  All Saints’ Sanctuary, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a.  6 to 8 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Every Tuesday: 
Kanikapila with Wes Asana and Friends.  Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians.  Bring your own instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming.  Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

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. 8:30 a.m. Reservations required no later than 3:30 p.m. Friday before that Monday to schedule a tour.  For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit http://www.westkauaivisitorcenter.org/.

Saturday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. September 2 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; September 9 – Gifts of the Ancestors; September 16 – No Concert Scheduled; September 23 – For the Birds; September 30 – Aloha Music of Hawai`i Free gift drawing.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free.  Proceeds support Princeville at Hanalei Community Association and this program.  Princeville Community Center, 4334 Emmalani Dr., Princeville.  6 to 8 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Every Monday through Saturday Night: 
Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and food, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly; closed Sundays.  For information and entertainment schedule call (808) 945-0800 or visit http://jazzhonolulu.com/index.html.

Sunday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  September 3 – Sweet Hawai`i Dreams; September 10 – Hanalei Slack Key; September 17 – Honoring Raymond Kane; September 24 – `Ohana Slack Key.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free. Free gift drawing.  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 http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Weekends, August 25 – September 3:
MAPA Live presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame.  The famous love story of Quasimodo and Esmeralda comes to life on a grand scale in this reimagining of Victor Hugo’s tale of hope, acceptance, and what it means to be a hero.  With a lush score featuring songs from the beloved Academy Award-nominated Disney film, this captivating new musical is the only stage collaboration between two giants of American musical theatre: Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid) and Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin).  Due to mature language & themes, this show is recommended for ages 12 and up.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets, show times and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org.