Friday, November 25: 
Kailua Kalikimaka Village Tree Lighting.  Village Holiday festivities kick off with a traditional lighting of the Kailua Village Christmas tree. Meet friends and family, and bring the kids to Emma’s Square, across from Hulihe`e Palace. 5:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.historickailuavillage.com.

Sunday, November 20:
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, 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.

Saturday, November 19:
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 www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Saturday, November 12: 
Celtica Pipes Rock.  An Explosive Show with their unique sound of blazing bagpipes, mighty drums and the power of a rock band. In addition to their high-energy music, fire effects and flamethrowers on their instruments guarantee an exciting show.  Honoka`a People’s Theatre, Honoka`a. 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 775-0000 or visit www.honokaapeople.com.

Every Monday:
Niaulani Nature Walk.  A free, guided rain forest tour in Volcano. This one-hour nature walk travels through a lush portion of an old-growth Hawaiian rain forest on an easy, 1/7-mile loop trail. The walk introduces visitors to the native plants and birds of Volcano. Guides focus on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, and the cultural usages of flora and fauna by native Hawaiians. Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd., Volcano Village. 9:30 a.m. Free; donations welcome. For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit volcanoartcenter.org.

Sunday, November 6:
Wine Cheese, Chocolate, and More! Festival.  A benefit for the Hilo Medical Center Foundation.  Enjoy superb wines, cold beer, fine cheeses, decadent chocolates, and delectable appetizers created with local ingredients, served by local physician waiters.  There will also be silent and live auctions.  4:30 to 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 935-2957 or visit www.hilomedicalcenterfoundation.org.

Saturday, November 5:
Hawai`i Island Veterans Day Parade – Hilo.  The Hawai`i Island community celebrates our military veterans and community, starting at 10 a.m. near the King Kamehameha Statue in Hilo with an exciting and fun-filled parade. The parade celebrates community service and inspires all with many ways to serve. 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call (808) 640-1435 or visit www.HiVetParade.org.

November 4 – 13: 
Kona Coffee Festival.  Hawai`i’s oldest food festival combines a modern-day infatuation with coffee with Kona’s old-world history.  The award-winning festival honors Kona’s cultural heritage and recognizes the accomplishments of Kona coffee pioneers, farmers and artisans. Celebrated at many locations throughout Kona, with fun for the whole family. For information, venues, and schedule of events call (808) 990-6511 or visit www.konacoffeefest.com.

Friday, November 4, and Friday – Tuesday, November 7 – 11:
Kona Coffee Living History Farm.  Hands on History activities will be held at the Farm every day at 11 a.m., which may include Pan Roasting Coffee, Sustainability in the Kitchen Garden, Japanese Calligraphy, and others. Visit the 1920s farmhouse where you may find the homemaker starting the fire to cook rice or making musubi for the farmer’s lunch. Talk story with living history interpreters and discover the story behind Kona’s gourmet crop. Kona Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy., Captain Cook 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Entrance with admission fee. For more information, visit www.konahistorical.org or call (808) 323-3222.

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 apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.