Friday, September 19:
A Culinary Romp through Paradise. Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kaua`i Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only meadery. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $140. For information, call (808) 635-0257 or visit www.tastingkauai.com. Reservations required three days before event.

Saturday, September 6:
Friends of the North Shore Library at Princeville: Quarterly Used Book Sale. Over 10,000 books, DVDs, CDs and jigsaw puzzles. Children may select one free book, and after 2 p.m. everything is half price. Princeville Public Library, 4343 Emmalani Drive, Princeville. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the Library at 826-4310 or visit www.PrincevilleLibrary.com.

Saturday & Sunday, September 6 & 7:
Belly Dance Workshops. Two days of fabulous belly dance workshops with Khalida and Kalae Kaina.Workshops will be held on Saturday at “The Yoga House” in Kapa`a, and Sunday at “Golden Lotus Studio” in Kapa`a. These workshops will incorporate the following: On Saturday,  “Beautiful Beats” with Khalida and “Indian Fusion” with Kalae. On Sunday, “Transitions & Traveling Steps” with Khalida and “Fabulous Fanveils” with Khalida. For complete information about the workshops and registration, call (808) 639-9980 or visit www.gardennilebellydancers.com/KauaiRaqs2014.

Saturdays, September 6 & 27:
A Taste of Kilohana. An exclusive, guided food tour that offers a seasonal taste of Kilohana Plantation. Ride an open-air plantation-style train, feed wild boar, goats and chickens and stroll through the orchard with an expert in local agriculture. Pick, eat, and learn how to select and prepare exotic tropical fruit. Tour the historic Manor House. Finally, enjoy a three-course, locally sourced meal in the Private Dining Room of the historic Wilcox Mansion. $115. Kilohana Plantation, Lihue. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. For reservations and information call (808) 685-0257.

Friday, September 5:
First Friday Pa`ina. Experience old-style music local food, fun and friendship at the Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice Street, Lihue. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Due to county roadwork, please call ahead for simplified directions to the museum. For directions and information call (808) 245-6931 or visit www.kauaimuseum.org.

Friday, September 5:
Kaua`i Raqs. Experience this spectacular show starring Khalida and Kalae Kaina. This show also includes performances by Al Farashat and the Garden Nile Belly Dancers. It is very seldom that the community of Kaua`i has the opportunity to experience belly dance performances of this caliber so purchase your tickets early by visiting www.gardennilebellydancers.com. JJ’s Broiler, Anchor Cove, Nawiliwili. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. For information call (808) 639-9980.

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 donation to the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center.  For more information and class schedules call (808) 821-1234 or visit www.TheChildrenoftheLand.com.

Sunday – Saturday, September 21 – 27:
Malie Foundation – Kaua`i Mokihana Festival. A celebration of Hawaiian culture, including a music contest, 3-day hula competition, craft fair and workshops at locations around the island of Kaua’i. Most events will be held at Kaua’i Beach Resort. For detailed information on events and locations call (808) 822-2166 or visit www.maliefoundation.org.

Every Monday:
Historic Waimea Walking Tour. Take a 3 hour walk back through time in the place where Captain Cook first landed in Waimea. Learn about the last King of Kaua`i, the missionaries, and other famous citizens of Waimea and the landmarks they left behind. West Kaua`i Technology & Visitor Center, 9565 Kaumuali`i Hwy., Waimea. 9:30 a.m. Registration required no later than Noon the Friday before that Monday to schedule your tour. For reservations and information call (808) 338-1332 or visit www.wkpba.org/visitorcenter.html.

Thursday – Sunday, August 21 – 24:
Kaua`i County Farm Bureau Fair. The biggest event on Kaua`i with four days of food, farming, family and fun. Enjoy rides, games, farm animal competition, petting zoo, commercial tents, bonsai display, orchid display, fruit and vegetable shows, crafts and goodies, entertainment galore and local style food. Vidinha Stadium parking lot, 3170 Hoolako St, Lihue. $2 children/$4 seniors/$5 adults. Thursday & Friday, 6 p.m. to midnight; Saturday noon to midnight; Sunday Noon to 11 p.m. For information call (808) 337-9944 or visit www.kauaifarmfair.org.