October 11 – 17: 
Hawai`i Island Ukulele Retreat. Featuring week-long classes in ukulele (for players of all skill levels), hula, lap steel guitar, bass, and ukulele bass, in addition to one and two-day workshops on various ukulele skills, including finger picking, jazz, and the blues. Attendees will have an opportunity to build their own cigar box ukulele, under the watchful eye of Dennis Lake of Po Mahina. Lots to do for spouses, as well. Kohala Village Inn, 55-514 Hawi Rd., Hawi. For more information call (808) 889-0404 or visit www.HawaiiIslandUkuleleRetreat.com.