Every Tuesday and Thursday:
Enjoy Tahitian dancing under the Banyan Trees at center stage, 5: 00 p.m., in the heart of Po`ipu at the Po`ipu Shopping Village, 2360 Kiahuna Plantation Dr., Po’ipu.  Find great island shopping, dining and entertainment in Po`ipu Shopping Village. For current entertainment schedules and more information, call Po`ipu Shopping Village at (808) 742-2831 or visit www.poipushoppingvillage.com.

Every Monday: 
Discover and Experience Waimea.  For visitors and residents of all ages interested in information on landmarks, history, culture, family history, genealogy of places and people. 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Waimea Historic Tours, Lei Making.  West Kauai Tech & Visitor Center.  Free (donations accepted).  For information call West Kauai Technology & Visitor Center at (808) 338-1332.

Monday, September 3: 
Kauai Aloha Festival.  The Hawai’i Alive Show with Wallis and Shana Punua welcomes the 2012 Kaua’i Aloha Festivals Royal Family to a night of music. See the Royal Court and enjoy one of Kaua’i’s well-known entertaining family with hula, Tahitian, and the only multiple Fire Knife Dance. Call (808) 651-6202 for show-only reservations or the Kauai Marriott at (808) 245-5050 for dinner and show reservations.  For information call (808) 346-6924 or visit www.kauaialohafestivals.com.

Daily:
Na Keiki O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land).  Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults.  Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donationto the non-profit organization.  Open from noon to 6:00 p.m.  Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kauai Village Shopping Center.  For more information call Sandy at the Center at (808) 821-1234 or visit www.thechildrenoftheland.com.

Saturday Evenings:
Kapa’a Slack Key Saturdays.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and ‘ukulele concerts. September 1 – For the Birds.  Saturday concerts or moving to Thursday evenings starting September 6th.  Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors).  A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki O ka ‘Aina.  Located in the Children of the Land Cultural Center, Kauai Village (Safeway/Longs) Center, Kapa’a.  5:00 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Saturday, September 1: 
“Aha Hula 2012 – 4^th Annual Benefit Lu’au and Hula Kahiko Concert.  Don’t miss this once-a-year celebration of the legacy of Halau Palaihiwa O Kaipuwai – a traditional hula school based in Kilauea on the north shore of Kaua`i. 12 noon to 2 p.m., pre-concert festivities include a delicious Hawaiian lu`au and vegetarian fare, Hawaiian music entertainment and hula by the host halau and attending friends and guests. Fresh flower leis, baked goods, food and refreshments, as well as a Keiki Zone will also offered. Free admission option for children 12 and under and tickets purchased at the gate will not include lu`au.  To purchase tickets on-line visit www.kaieie.org.  Bring mats, blankets or beach chairs for lawn seating. Other food and beverage will be available for sale.

Saturday, August 25: 
Moonlight and Music in the Garden.  The National Tropical Botanical Garden presents its 5^th  Annual fundraising event at the McBryde Garden located on Kauai’s south shore. Entertainment provided by “The Blond Boys.” 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. $150 per person for unreserved seating and reserved tables are available. For tickets or information call (808) 332-6500 or visit moonlightmusic.ntbg.org.

Sunday, August 12: 
12^th Annual Pilgrimage of Compassion, with Grand Master Riley Lee & Taiko Kaua’i.  Celebrate a timeless spiritual vision in a valley long recognized as a healing sanctuary. World-renowned shakuhachi (Japanese flute) Grand Master Riley Lee will issue a call to the pilgrims of the world.  Bonsai exhibit, ikebana demos, bake sale, silent auction and mochi and taro pounding demonstrations.  Bring an umbrella and wear comfortable shoes for this hillside walk. Lawai International Center, gates open at 1:30 p.m., program starts at 3:00 p.m. Donations are welcome. For information call (808) 635-0838 or visit www.lawaicenter.org.

Saturday, August 11: 
Garden Isle Artisan Fair.  More than 40 local artisans showcase an array of handcrafted products from Kauai and throughout Polynesia.  The event offers an opportunity to see the wealth of local talent on the Garden Isle.  Feast on local plate lunches, Shave ice, Smoothies.  Poipu Beach, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Free.  For information call Judy Webb at (808) 245-9021.