Saturday, April 12: 
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov.

Friday, April 12: 
The Beach Boys.  This band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions, but its greater significance lies in the fact that their songs have forever changed the musical landscape, profoundly influencing countless performing artists to follow.   The Beach Boys are led by Mike Love and Bruce Johnston, who, along with Jeffrey Foskett, Tim Bonhomme, John Cowsill, Keith Hubacher, Christian Love, and Scott Totten, continue the legacy of the iconic American band. Grammy-winning songwriter Bruce Johnston joined the Beach Boys in 1965, replacing Glenn Campbell. Highly regarded in his field, Johnston’s vocal work with such legendary artists as Elton John and Pink Floyd firmly established him among rock’s elite artists.  The Beach Boys have continued to create and perform with the same bold imagination and style that marked their explosive debut over 50 years ago.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m., gates open at 6 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Friday Evenings: 
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk.  Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6 to 9 p.m.  Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment.  For information call (808) 335-6469. 

Thursday Afternoons: 
Weekly Hula Shows.  See traditional hula shows highlighting wahi pane (sacred places) of Kaua`i along with intriguing stories of the Hawaiian people and their connections with the gardens.  Dancers will be accompanied by live Hawaiian Music.  National Tropical Botanical Garden, South Shore Visitors Center, 4425 Lawai Rd., Koloa (across from Spouting Horn). 2 to 2:45 p.m.  Free admission.  For information, call (808) 332-7324, ext 275 or visit www.ntbg.org.

Wednesday Evenings: 
Slack Key Guitar Concerts. Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  April 3 – Hanalei Slack Key; April 10 – Honoring Keli`i Mawae of Molokai; April 17 – Heart of Slack Key; April 24 – Poine `Ole – Never to be Forgotten. 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’ Church, 4-1065 Kuhio Hwy., Kapa`a.  6 to 8 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Every Wednesday:
Weekly Tahitian Dance Camp for girls 5-14yrs from 9:30am-12:30pm at Kilauea Dance & Fitness. Girls will learn traditional and contemporary dance, a song and its meaning, and with camps of 6 or more, Uncle Tepairu Manea will teach Tahitian drum rhythms.  The camp will finish with a Hawaiian craft.  Reservations required. $55, includes snack.  For more information, contact: info@kilaueastudio.com, 808-652-5722.

Saturday, April 6: 
Maui County Agricultural Festival.  Maui’s prime event to raise awareness about Maui ag while invigorating Maui ag.  The entire industry, its allies, and supporters, come together to share what each group does for the collective good of agriculture in the County, and to showcase ag’s vital role in the economy, environment, and lifestyle of Maui.  Families won’t want to miss this year’s “Maui Legacy Pancake Breakfast” from 8 to 11 a.m. It’s bingo, a raffle and time to honor Maui farmers who have contributed greatly to Maui’s agricultural industry.  One of the big highlights this year is the expanded “Keiki Zone” complete with bouncers, farm games, livestock exhibit, pony and horse rides and family-friendly food. Entertainment stage with an awesome lineup and great giveaways throughout the day.  More hands-on activities found in flower tent. The general public is invited to make fresh flower lei. There will be food booths, a farmer’s market, tastings, farm animals, and much more.  Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy., Wailuku. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Admission is $5 for adults (kupuna 65 and over, and keiki under 18, free).  Free parking.  For more information visit www.mauiagfest.org.

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 www.lahainarestoration.org.

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.  April 5 – Wailuku, on Market Street; April 12 – Lahaina, on Front Street; April 17 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; April 24 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lana`i Friday Town Party, visit www.go-lanai.com.    For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.mauifridays.com.

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 www.volcanoartcenter.org.