Thursday, January 11: 
An Evening with Judy Collins.  Blues Bear Hawai`i presents Singer-Songwriter and Folk Music Icon Judy Collins. Judy is on tour in support of her latest release “Strangers Again” a collection of duets with some of her favorite male artists, including Don Mclean, Michael McDonald, Jeff Bridges, Willie Nelson & Jackson Browne. Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable song writing and personal life triumphs.  Kaua`i Beach Resort, 4331 Kaua`i Beach Dr., Lihue.  For tickets and information visit https://bluesbearhawaii.com/products/judy-collins-kauai-gen-adm-thurs-jan-11-2018.

Sunday Afternoons: 
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  January 7 – `Ohana Slack Key; January 14 – Spirit of Slack Key; January 21 – Sweet Hawai`i Dreams; January 28 – Hanalei 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/.

Saturday, January 6:
Willie K & Friends BluesFest.  Join Willie K as he hosts special guests from nearby and far away for an evening that is as diverse and eclectic as it is electrifying.  A living legend in Hawai`i, Willie K continues to push the musical envelope with his diverse range of musical genres, attracting some of the world’s top musical talents as his guest artists.  Widely considered to be one of the founders of contemporary Hawaiian music, Willie K considers himself to be, first and foremost, a blues guitarist. Willie K and the Warehouse Blues Band has been called “the best blues band in the world” by Alice Cooper. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphiteater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 6 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Saturday, January 6:
Old Town Kapa`a Art Walk.  Kapa`a Town goes all out for its First Saturday of every month Art Walk. The main street is lined with vendors selling Kaua`i Arts and crafts, with some of Kaua`i’s best musicians and bands playing up and down the street. There are lots of shops and restaurants to choose from.  It’s great fun for the whole family and a great way to see Kaua`i life whether you are a visitor or resident.  Kapa`a Town. 5 to 9 p.m.  Free.

Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 5 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; January 12 – Heart of Slack Key; January 19 – Ahupua`a,- Island to the Sea; January 26 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands.  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.  A portion of the proceeds support the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei.  4 to 6 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit http://www.mcmasterslackkey.com/.

Friday, January 5: 
First Friday at the Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, with live entertainment. Seating will be provided.  All ages welcome.  Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum.  Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2^nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Every Friday: 
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees may apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Friday, January 5:
First Friday Street Festival:  Honolulu District.  Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 6 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903 or visit http://www.artsatmarks.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 to 9 p.m.  January 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; January 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; January 19 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; January 26 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; January 29 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lanai Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

Every Friday: 
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum.  Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free.  For information visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.