November 6 – 15: 
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. Hawai`i’s oldest food festival combines a modern-day infatuation with coffee with Kona’s old-world history as visitors, residents, artisans and farmers gather together to salute Hawai`i’s preeminent coffee.  The award-winning Kona Coffee Cultural Festival honors Kona’s cultural heritage and recognizes the accomplishments of Kona coffee pioneers, farmers and artisans. This festival is celebrated at many locations throughout Kona. For information, venues, and schedule of events call (808) 747-5424 or visit www.konacoffeefest.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.  All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Thursday, November 5: 
Holiday by the Sea Benefit.  This benefit will feature a plated dinner from Don The Beachcomber Restaurant and live, local entertainment including Makanau, Na Hoku Hanohano Award Winner John Cruz and a fire spectacular from Te `E`a O Te Turama. A silent auction of crafts and certificates will also be held. All ticket and auction proceeds directly benefit the 38th annual Charity Walk, with all funds raised benefitting non-profit organizations on the Big Island. Cost: $20 adult; $10 keiki (6-12). Royal Kona Resort Lu`au Grounds, 75-5852 Ali`i Dr., Kailua-Kona., 5 to 8:30 p.m.  For tickets and information, call (808) 930-3246 or visit www.royalkona.wix.com/holidaybythesea.

Every Tuesday Morning: 
BikeWorks Beach & Sport – Queens Marketplace. Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels at 8:30 a.m. Come to BikeWorks Beach  Sport at the Queens Marketplace.  Rental bikes available. Get updates on all their activities on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com under the Lineup tab, or visit www.bikeworkshawaii.com. You may also call (808) 886-5000 or visit emilygailtalkstory on Facebook or via Itunes and a free podcast.

Every Tuesday
features the 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 Monday: 
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.  Held in the Great Room of the Admin Building, Volcano Art Center, Niaulani Campus, Volcanoes National Park.  The event is 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.

Sunday, November 1: 
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.  For more information call (808) 935-2957 or visit www.hilomedicalcenterfoundation.org.

Saturday, October 31: 
`Ohana Halloween Pa`ina.  Enjoy this family friendly celebration of Halloween with a haunted house, playground, costume contests, and vendors. 4 p.m. Keiki Costume Contest check-in; 4:30 p.m. Keiki Costume Contest. 5 p.m. Adult Costume Contest check-in; 8 p.m. Adult Costume Contest. Live entertainment 5 – 9 p.m. Keahou Shopping Center,78-6831 Ali`i Dr, Kailua-Kona. 4 to 10 p.m.  Free admission. For information call (808) 322-3000 or visit www.keauhoushoppingcenter.com.

Saturday, October 24: 
Founder’s Day Celebration.  Enjoy the cultural celebration that surrounds the only living history coffee farm in the nation. Experience coffee tastings, traditional food, music, local produce, and tours of the historic 1920s farm and farmhouse. Kona Historical Society Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook.  10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  For information call (808) 323-3222 or visit www.konahistorical.org.