Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18:
Hawai`i Island All Nations Powwow.  A family centered two day event of cultural exchange, with Native American inter-tribal dancing, arts and crafts, Native American frybread , food vendor, silent auction, exhibition dances, etc. Keaukaha Hawaiian Village Beach Park, Hilo, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Free admission. For more, information call (808) 747-2903 or email hawaiipowwow@hotmail.com.

Saturday, September 17:
Waimea Paniolo Parade and Ho`olaulea.  Parade will start at 10 a.m. at “Church Row” and proceed to Waimea Park, featuring princesses on horseback with attendees decorated with the flowers of their respective islands. The Parade is followed by one of the best crafts show of the year, featuring island foods, games, arts & crafts, Hawaiian products and live entertainment in Waimea Ball Park at 11a.m. Free admission. A great family event! Note: 1 hour road closure.

September 15 – 18:
Hawaiicon Convention.  HawaiiCon brings together the best of science, sci-fi, fantasy, comic books, anime and cosplay at the Hapuna Beach Price Hotel. Celebrities join the top space scientists, voice actors and cosplayers in the country for four days of panels, workshops and adventures. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kauna`Oa Dr., Kohala Coast.  For event schedule, tickets, and information, visit www.hawaiicon/com.

Monday, September 12:
WiliWili Festival.  Celebrate Hawai’i’s native dryland forest and the wiliwili flowering season. The festival will offer educational workshops, tours, vendors, native plant sales, prizes, keiki activities, silent auction, great music, food and much more. The festival organizers ask that attendees please carpool, and if you opt to ride your bicycle you will receive a free t-shirt. Forest Preserve tours will be offered every hour, on the hour, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Waikoloa Stables in Waikoloa Village, 68-1936 Waikoloa Rd., Waikoloa.  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 494-2208.

Friday, September 9: 
“Taste of the Hawaiian Range” and Agricultural Festival.  Culinary adventure seekers can taste and enjoy all the cuts of pasture-raised beef, everything from tongue to tail, prepared expertly by Hawai`i chefs. Meet Hawai`i’s food producers at booths and talk story with the ranchers and farmers who make a living growing our food. Attendees can also enjoy exhibits related to local agriculture and food sustainability. Hilton Waikoloa Village, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa Village. 6 to 8 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 322-4892 or visit www.TasteOfTheHawaiianRange.com.

Friday, September 9:
Explore Rhythm at Kalani, 2:15pm – 4:15 pm. Immerse yourself in this form of moving, musical exploration. Develop your awareness and deepen your understanding of rhythm in its many forms. You don’t need to play an instrument. People from all paths come together to transform their relationship to music, to each other, and to life. Wear comfortable clothes and an open mind. Kalani Retreat Center, 12-6860 Kalapana-Kapoho Rd, Pāhoa. For more information see: RhythmFullCircle.com or contact Deborah Masterson via deborah@rhythmfullcircle.com.

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 www.volcanoartcenter.org.

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 not only on the biological, ecological, and geological features of the area, but also 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.

Every Tuesday Morning:
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Rental bikes available. Get updates on all the BikeWorks activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the lineup or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. Queens Marketplace, Waikoloa Beach Rd. For information about other community rides and/or bike routes call BikeWorks at (808) 886-5000.

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.