Thursdays – Mondays, May 23 – June 23: 
Da Beer Can Hat.  Bobo is a little slow. His abusive father wants to send him away. Selling newspapers on the street, Bobo scrounges for a little money. Despite injuries, harassment, and discrimination, Bobo never complains-after all, he may not have much-but Bobo does have one thing: a true friend. Da Beer Can Hat is based on Darrell Lum’s original short story of a mentally handicapped individual and his one, best friend.  Kumu Kahua Theater, 46 Merchant St., Honolulu.  Thursdays – Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 536-4441 or visit www.kumukahua.org.

Sunday, May 19: 
Kokua Kailua Hulihe`e Palace Concert Series & Village Stroll.  Ali`i Drive along scenic Kailua Bay in Kailua-Kona becomes a festive pedestrian-only walkway from 1 to 6 p.m. Enjoy music, artists, vendor booths, merchants and restaurants. At 4 p.m., there is a free Hawaiian music concert on the lawn at Hulihe`e Palace. Bring your own mat or chair and they will be checked for free while you stroll Ali`i Drive, Kailua Village (Kona).  For information, visit www.kvbid.org.

Sunday, May 19: 
Bank of Hawai`i Family Sunday at Honolulu Museum of Art.  Featuring entertainment and activities suitable for families and people of all ages. Explore the Museum’s galleries through art hunts, art activities, demonstrations, film screenings and entertainment. Themes change monthly and tie in with the Museum’s permanent collections and special exhibitions. Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania, Honolulu.  11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 532-8700 or visit www.honolulumuseum.org.

May 18 – 24: 
Honoka`a Western Week, Parade, & Block Party.  Dress up western-style and visit Honoka`a town merchants and join in different paniolo-themed activities every night. Festivities include a parade on Saturday at 4 p.m., followed by a block party. Throughout the week, other activities will include Stick Horse Creation, Keiki Cowboy Games/Stick Horse Races, Honokaa Western Week movie, fashion show, line dancing, and more. On For more information and event schedule, visit www.honokaa.org/western-week.

Saturday, May 18: 
Keiki Day at Na`Aina Kai.  Enjoy quality time with your kids in the “Under the Rainbow” Children’s Garden. The kids can play in Jack’s fountain, explore the jungle tree house, and discover the many child friendly features of the Children’s Garden. Bring a towel and be prepared to get wet. Outside snacks are permitted. Reservations are recommended. $10 per person (children under 1 year old are free).  Keiki Day is on one selected Saturday a month. Na`Aina Kai Botanical Garden, 4101 Wailapa Rd., Kilauea.  9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the last entry at noon.  Please note that dates and times are subject to change. For information call (808) 828-0525 or visit www.naainakai.org.

Friday – Sunday, May 18 – 20: 
Hawai`i Kuauli Pacific and Asia Cultural Festival.  A celebration of Hawai`i Island as a cultural melting pot, this three day event will be packed with food, fashion, cultural expressions, a keiki hula competition and cultural workshops. The event begins Friday day evening with protocol from the various cultures represented. Saturday is filled with a wearable arts fashion show, arts & crafts demonstrations and the first annual Hawai`i Kuauli keiki hula competition. Sunday is a day of cultural workshops and education. The festival is a culturally based experience for both local residents and visitors. Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. Friday, 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Cost: Wearable Arts Fashion Show – $15 presale, $10 at the door. Keiki Hula Competition – $10 presale, $15 at the door; keiki, $5. For more information and event schedule, call (808) 895-4205 or visit www.HiKuauli.com.

Saturday, May 18: 
Maui Brewers Festival.  The event features tasty food from local restaurants and caterers at no additional charge, beer tastings from local and national craft breweries, live music, door prizes, a home brew competition, and lots of fun. Don’t like beer? Enjoy hard cider, hard kombucha, root beer, and delicious food at no additional charge. For ages 21 and over only.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A&B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. VIP entry 2 p.m., General Admission starts at 3:30 p.m.  Event ends at 7 p.m.   For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, May 18: 
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). Visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.  Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday, May 17: 
Aloha Friday Movie Night – Christopher Robin.  Outlets of Maui hosts Aloha Friday movie night, beginning at 7:00 p.m., every third Friday of the month, shoppers are invited to gather on Ohana Plaza (located between Gap Factory and Carter’s) to enjoy a free movie with friends and family.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  The Outlets of Maui, 900 Front St., Lahaina.  7 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 446-7776 or visit www.outletsofmaui.com.

Sunday, May 12: 
Princeville Night Market.  Discover over 40 local artisans and enjoy live music from several different bands. Princeville Shopping Center, 5-4280 Kuhio Hwy., Princeville. 4 to 8 p.m.  Free admission. For information call (808) 635-2572.