Saturday, January 16: 
“A Concert for the New Year” with Hawai`i Performing Arts Festival.  Beautiful chamber music in an inspired setting. With Iggy Jang on violin and Cary Lewis on piano, at Hi`ilani Ecohouse, 47-391 Velez Rd., Honoka`a. 4 p.m. $65 per person. Seating is limited. Light pupu and libations served. For tickets and information call (808) 333-7378 or visit www.hawaiiperformingartsfestival.yapsody.com.

Saturday, January 16: 
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. The event is free, park fees apply.  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 information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Sunday, January 10: 
Mental Health Kokua presents: Arise – A Film & Music Benefit. Enjoy a live concert featuring Keola and Moanalani Beamer along with special guest Uluwehi Guerrero. Preceding the live concert will be the film premiere of “Haleakala: A Trek for Dignity”, a short film Directed by Don Lane and Produced by Dr. Tom Vendetti. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo.  Doors open at 2 p.m., with a silent auction in the lobby.  Show begins in the theater at 3 p.m.  Tickets are $25 for Adults and $15 for Youth 17 & Under.  For tickets and information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

Saturday, January 9: 
Hawai`i Electronic Music Festival 2016.  Enjoy this Dance Party Gala with various DJ’s.  Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo.  8 p.m. Admission is $20 in advance, $25 at the door.  For DJ lineup, information and tickets call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.

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 http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Every Tuesday: 
Kanikapila with Wes Awana and Friends.  Kanikapila jam sessions are held on Monday evenings, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. and 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.  Free, however donations are gratefully accepted. Park fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Every Monday: 
Te Ao Maohi: The Land of the Natives.  Experience the Culture and Traditions of the Polynesian people, as well as the stories of Polynesia’s ancestors.  The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7 p.m.  For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.

January 1 – 8: 
Waimea Film Festival. Join in important discussion, exciting adventure, epic surf, rich culture, compelling speakers, dynamic exhibits, and meaningful conversation. Topics include voyaging and The World Wide Voyage of Hokule`a, the 21st anniversary of the voyaging canoe Makali`i, Hawaiian and other island cultures and history, awe-inspiring surf, daring adventure, the issues affecting the health of the ocean environment and world, natural history and science, paniolo culture, a bit of surf history, and inspirational stories from and about people around the world. January 1 -4, at venues in Waimea, the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, and at the Fairmont Orchid; January 5 – 8 at Four Seasons Resort, Haulalai. For information on venues and times, and to purchases passes, call (808) 854-6095 or visit www.waimeaoceanfilm.org.

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.

The “Emily T. Gail Talks Story” show is found on espnhawaii.com on line, all the time and via Facebook/emilytgailtalkstory and a free iTunes podcast. 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 all sports, at all levels and how high school, college, major league and recreational sports play an important part in communities.  Sponsored by Aloha Big Island Visitor Guide.  Updates on many local events in January including PGA Champions Tour Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai Jan 19-23, Waikoloa Beach Resort Family Golf Days where, after 3:30 p.m., 9 holes for keiki is $25 with free rental clubs and accompanying adult $50.  Also info on free Queen’s Marketplace Entertainment at Center Court.  For information call Emily at (808) 896-6780 or email emilytgail@emilys.org.