Sunday April 2: 
Lavaman Triathlon.  The Annual Lavaman Triathlon Festival features an Olympic distance 10K-run, 40K-bike and 1.5K-swim open to individuals and relay teams of all ages and abilities, plus 5-K sunset fun run March 28, Lava Kids Aquathon March 29, health and fitness expo, awards party and beach barbeque. Host hotel is Hilton Waikoloa Village, and events are held throughout Waikoloa Beach Resort on the Kohala Coast. Motorists are cautioned that approximately 1600 cyclists will be on the Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway between 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. between Waikoloa Beach Drive and the 88 Mile Marker. Cyclists will be crossing the highway at Waikoloa Beach Drive, and traffic will be stopped there to give right-of-way to the cyclists, resulting in significant delays between 8:30 and 10:30am. Motorists are encouraged to detour “up Waikoloa Drive at the north end of Ka’iminani Drive from the South end to the Upper Highway (190).” This will add approximately 25 minutes to travel time, but will avoid potentially longer delays. The speed limit on Queen Ka’ahumanu will be reduced to 45 mph during the race.  Hilton Waikoloa Village. 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa.  6:30 a.m. to 12 noon.  For more information call (808) 329-9718. To register online and for schedule, visit http://www.lavamantriathlon.com/waikoloa/.

Saturday, April 1: 
“Skaters Gotta Skate” Family Skate Night & Outdoor Market.  Bring your family down for an ‘80’s themed Family Skate Night and Outdoor Market. There will be music, food, shopping, an ‘80s costume contest, and special guest appearances for all keiki in attendance. All ages are welcome. $5 entry includes raffle ticket; parents and keiki 2 yrs. and under are free. Old A Skate Rink (Old Airport Beach Park) 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona.  6 to 9 p.m. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/641105979411787/, call (808) 217-4990 or email sgskona@gmail.com.

The Emily T Gail Show, aka “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on http://espnhawaii.com/ online, all the time and via https://www.facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory/ and a free iTunes podcast. Emily “talks story​”​ about recreational, high school​, professional ​sports​ along with ​talking story with ​​athletes, ​coaches, parents, community organizers and members of print and broadcast media. She talks about how sports and recreation play an important part in communities where Emily is involved; Island of Hawai`i and Detroit, her home town.  Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide, ​Emily ​has ​updates on ​Waikoloa Beach Resort​ events such as the Community Bike ​Rides​ every​ Tuesday at​ 8:15 a.m. from Bike Works at Queens Marketplace​ and Queens Marketplace Coronation Pavilion Entertainment and Kings’ Shops Center Court Entertainment. ​She has events and activity updates for the ​Waikoloa Dry Forest ​Initiative, PATH-Connecting People and Places, Hawai`i Cycling Club, Hawai`i Wildlife Center and Kailua Village Peaman & Team Mango multi -sport activities and more.  Contact Emily at (808) 896-6780 or emilytgail@emilys.org.

Friday, March 31: 
Tropical Paws Benefit.  The always-sold-out-event features abundant silent and live auctions, Four Seasons-style buffet dinner, live entertainment, and dancing.  Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 72-100 Kaupulehu Dr., Kailua-Kona. 6 – 9 p.m.  For information and tickets call (808) 329-8002 or visit http://www.hihs.org/.

Saturday, March 18: 
Hawaiian Cultural Center of Hamakua’s First Anniversary Celebration – Honoka`a.  Celebrate this one year anniversary with music, hula, cultural activities, and family fun. The event opens with the blessing of the new exhibit hall and unfolds to feature performances by Sonny Lim, Hula Me Ka Honua, Hawane Rios, Halau Waika, Hualalai, and Brad Bordessa. Vendor booths featuring crafts, informational displays, and cultural activities will be on site. Bid on prizes at the silent auction fundraiser, and dine on a Hawaiian plate dinner featuring Kalua Pork and Squid Lu`au or vegan dishes prepared by Sea Dandelion Cafe. Hawaiian Cultural Center of Hamakua, 45-3490 Mamane St., Suite B, Hamakua. Pre-order your Hawaiian plate for $15 by contacting Roxane Esquera at (808) 936-0853 or Vikki Catellacci at (808) 937-5241.

Saturday, March 18:
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond have been invited to 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 http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Saturday, March 11:
Kona Brewers Festival.  Top chefs from some of the Big Island’s favorite restaurants will offer their best food pairings, ranging from fresh fish and smoked meats to deep fried avocados and tropical sweets, served up fresh on a banana leaf plate against a backdrop of passing paddle boards and canoes at the historic Kamakahonu Bay Beach. Live music and entertainment includes the must-see Trash Fashion Show, a performance that highlights creative fashions made entirely from recycled material. The Festival will sell tickets for two sessions – the Afternoon Delight from Noon to 3 p.m. and the Sunset Session from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 and include craft brew samplings from 40 Hawai`i and the mainland US breweries and unlimited samplings of a wide variety of local food. Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona.  For more information, call (808) 938-7376 or visit http://www.konabrewersfestival.com/.

Saturday, March 11: 
Dreams of Wonder Magic Show.  International award winning magicians Bruce and Jennifer Meyers present “Dreams of Wonder”, a magic show for the whole family to enjoy! There will stunning and astonishing magic and illusions, as well as a few jaw-dropping favorites which have brought standing ovations from Palace audiences in the past. Also on the bill will be the beautiful and engaging aerial artistry and poetry of Luna Sophia, as well as the irresistible humor of Josie The Jokester. There will even be an appearance by several keiki magicians who have attended Bruce Meyers Magic Camps. Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo.  Presale tickets: $12 adults; $8 keiki 12  and under.  Day of show tickets: $15 adults; $10 keiki 12 and under.  For tickets and information call (808 934-7101 or visit https://magic-mayhem-and-aloha.ticketleap.com/bruce-meyers-dreams-of-wonder/dates/Mar-11-2017_at_0200PM

Every Tuesday: 
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends.  Kanikapila jam sessions are open to all musicians.  Bring your own instrument and enjoy “garage style” jamming.  Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcanoes National Park. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Admission is free, donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:15 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at http://espnhawaii.com/ under the lineup or visit http://www.bikeworkshawaii.com/. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.