Sunday, October 6: 
PATH 5K/10K/Keiki Run.  Kona’s Kickoff to Ironman Week.  A fun out & back course on Ali`i Drive, Awards for overall & top 3 places in 5 year age groups. Race Day Registration Rates: $40 for adults and $30 for ages 14 & under. Online Registration: www.pathhawaii.org under Event page. To avoid race morning lines, please pick up shirts & race numbers on Saturday, October 5th at the ironman Info booth on the Kailua Pier, 7am to 10am. Race day registration & check-in will open at 6:30 am on Sunday at Hale Halawai, race begins at 7:30 a.m. Hale Halawai, 75-5760 Ali`i Drive, Kailua-Kona.  For information call (808) 990-8686 or visit www.pathhawaii.org.

Weekends, October 4 – 27: 
Aloha Theater: “Young Frankenstein”.  A musical with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, music by Brooks. Dr. Frankenstein’s grandson, after years of living down the family reputation, inherits granddad’s castle and repeats the experiments. Based on Mel Brooks’ 1974 comedy film of the same name.  Fridays and Saturdays 7:30, Sundays 2:30. Aloha Theater in Kainaliu, 8 miles south of Kailua-Kona.  Reserved seats call (808) 322-9924 or online www.alohatheater.com or tickets at the door one hour before showtime. But best to reserve in advance–these plays often sell out. Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua.  For information and tickets, call (808) 322-9924 or visit www.alohatheater.com.

Every Friday: 
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday, October 4: 
Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range.  The 6-8 p.m. event showcases the isle’s grass-fed beef industry while bringing together local ranchers, farmers, restaurateurs and eager eaters to celebrate a bounty of locally produced food. Thirty five of the state’s top chefs will prepare delectable dishes using grass-fed beef, pork, lamb, goat, mutton and wild boar—plus a cornucopia of fresh island fruit, veggies, honey, spices and beverages.  Learn how to use and prepare 100 percent pasture-raised beef at a 3 p.m. at Grass-Fed Beef Cooking 101. Hilton Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa Beach.  For information call (808) 969-8228 or visit www.tasteofthehawaiianrange.com.

Every Wednesday: 
Hawai`iana Live.  A 45-minute cultural tourism program hosted by Leilehua Yuen. It features live on stage presentations that share the history and traditions of the Hawaiian culture through storytelling, film, music, oli (chant) and hula. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo.  11 a.m. Admission is $5, Keiki 12 & under, free.  For information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Every Tuesday features the new Emily T Gail Show.  Emily’s show can be found online at www.espnhawaii.com under “Lineup” on the homepage.  Sponsored by Aloha – Big Island Visitor Guide, Emily “talks story” with recreational, high school and professional athletes, along with coaches, parents, organizers, and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about golf, running, swimming, biking, tennis, paddling, diving, skateboarding, as well as major league sports, high school sports, and college sports. For information, call Emily at (808) 896-6780, visit www.emilys.org, or email Emily at emilytgail@emilys.org.

Every Tuesday morning at 8:30 am:
Bikeworks Beach & Sport– Queens Marketplace Waikoloa Beach Resort  Community bike rides for all levels of bicycle enthusiasts. Rental bikes available. Call 808 886-5000 or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Come join us. Updates on all the Bike Works and other recreational and golf activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under LINEUP.

Saturday, September 28: 
Imiloa Wayfinding & Navigation Festival. Featuring hands-on activities that include wayfinding and navigation skills, makahiki games, canoe and cultural arts exhibits, planetarium shows, speaker presentations, a featured documentary, and live music.  Imiloa Astronomy Center, 600 Imiloa Place, Hilo. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free.  For information call (808) 969-9703 or visit www.imiloahawaii.org.

Saturday, September 21: 
Hawai`i Island Festival – Aloha Parade and Ho`olaulea.  The Paniolo Parade starts at 10 a.m. from Church Row to Waimea Park, with horses, paniolo (cowboys), music, and festive entries celebrating Waimea’s paniolo and ranching traditions. The ho`olaulea will be at Waimea Park, with music, entertainment, food, and exhibits. Authentic Hawaiian crafters and artisans will have their work on display and for sale. Waimea Park, 65-1225 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. Free. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 937-4896 or visit www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.

Saturday, September 21: 
Peace Parade & Festival.  The Parade starts off at 4 p.m. from Honoka`a High School, as the “moving stage” of music, dance, and entertainment-with-a-message marches down Mamane Street.  Afterwards, enjoy the free community Peace Day Festival at Honoka`a Sports Complex from 5-8 p.m., with great local and ethnic foods, artists and crafters, live entertainment and a large community Bon Dance for everyone to join.  Honoka`a Sports Complex, Akia St., Honoka`a.  For more information call (808) 640-4602 or visit www.peacedayparade.org.