Saturday, February 7:
Abracadabra: The Magic of Art. Annual Gala Fundraiser for Love the Arts. Tickets are $60, $55 volcano art Center Members and $65 at the Door. They are available from Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, Volcano Art Center’s Gallery, Banyan Gallery, and The Most Irresistible Shop in Hilo. Tickets are also available by calling Volcano Art Center at (808) 967-8222 or purchase tickets online at www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday & Saturday, February 6 & 7:
International Nights – University of Hilo. Featuring performances from the many different cultures and countries represented at UH Hilo. University of Hawai`i at Hilo Performing Arts Center, Hilo. 7:30 p.m. Cost: $12, General Admission/$5, Students, Keiki and Seniors. For ticket information, call UH Hilo Performing Arts Center Box Office at (808) 932-7490. For more information, call (808) 932-7490 or visit www.hilo.hawaii.edu /international/IN.php.

Every Thursday:
Kupaianaha; Amazing.  Experience the Fiery side of Polynesia. See the spectacular Fire Walk, Fire Knife and Fire Poi.  It will take your breath away. The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7:00 p.m. For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.

Every Tuesday Morning:
Free fun road ride for cyclists of all levels. 8:30am. 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 – 7:00 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, from the voyages of Pele to the Mo`olelo of Oro Master of the Sky, from the genealogy of Tangaroa the God of the Sea to Olo Misilagi Letuli, The Father of the fire knife. Learn the stories of Polynesia’s ancestors, the natives of this land. The Shops at Mauna Lani, 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr., Kohala Coast. 7:00 p.m. For information visit www.teeaoteturama.com.

Saturday, January 31:
Makana Tribute to Sonny Chillingworth. Makana received a grant in the ‘80s from the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts to study under Hawaiian slack key legend Sonny Chillingworth. By the age of 15, he had already turned professional. This concert is a Tribute that Makana has long intended to create for the Big Island. Sonny Chillingworth was one of the most influential slack key guitarists in history. He played with Gabby Pahinui for years, and released “Waimea Cowboy” in the ‘60s, which went Gold. Special guests include Liebert Lyndsey, George Kuo, Marlene Sai, and more. A video tribute will also be incorporated into the show. Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd., Kamuela. 7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 885-6868 or kahilutheatre.org.

Saturday, January 24:
Judy Collins in Concert. This modern day Renaissance woman continues to create music of hope and healing that lights up the world and speaks to the heart. This singer/songwriter folk music icon has a 50 album body of work to her name. Doors open 6:30 p.m., show time 7:30 p.m. Honoka`a Peoples Theater, Honoka`a. For videos, more information and tickets call (808) 896-4845 or visit www.lazarbear.com.

Wednesday, January 21 – Sunday, January 25:
Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai. Eligible players are winners of the majors since 2010, plus eight professionals by invitation with 15 or more career victories, including one major. The golf competition will be held on the Hualalai Golf Course designed by Jack Nicklaus. 54-Hole – Stroke Play with a 1.8 million dollar purse. Conversations with players, media, volunteers, PGA officials, spectators and more on the Emily T Gail Show at www.espnhawaii.com or facebook.com/emilytgailtalkstory. The tournament is also featured on Emily T Gail Talk TV found on Na Leo TV Channel 53, 54 and www.Naleo.tv.