Every Wednesday:
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Enjoy renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  June 6 – Led Kaapana; June 13 – Kawika Kahiapo; June 20 – All Store Show – Led Kaapana, George Kahumoku Jr., Herbo Ohta, Jr., Ken Emerson and more; June 27 – George Kahumoku & the Slack Key Show Ohana. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., event ends at 9:30. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit http://www.slackkeyshow.com/

Saturday, June 2:
MAMo at the MACC Wearable Art Show.  A component of the Maoli Arts Movement, the wearable art show celebrates Hawaiian design in fabric and clothing, specifically in terms of cultural motif, in a way that makes it more than just a runway fashion show. Many traditional Hawaiian patterns and designs in kapa and weaving, weaponry and tools, tattoo and adornment, take their visual clues from nature.  This fashion event, definitely not a typical fashion show, grows in popularity each year, so don’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience. VIP ticketholders get exclusive access to the trunk show before the performance; all other ticketholders are invited to visit the trunk show at the conclusion of the program. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavilion & Courtyard, One Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/mamo.

Throughout the Month of June: 
Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:

• Saturday, June 2:  Lahaina Shingon Mission, 682 Luakini Street between Prison and Dickenson, Lahaina.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-0466.
• Saturday, June 9:  Pu`unene Nichiren Mission, 9 Ani St., Kahului.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 871-4831.
• Friday, June 15:  Wailuku Jodo Mission, 67 Central Ave., Wailuku.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 244-0066.
• Saturday, June 16:  Wailuku Shingon Mission, 1939 North St., Wailuku.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m.
• Friday & Saturday, June 22 & 23:  Kahului Jodo Mission, 325 Laau St., Kahului.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 2:
Upcountry Ag Fair and Maui 4H Livestock Auction.  The Upcountry Ag Fair will be celebrating 4H Livestock’s 100th year anniversary.  This year there will be approximately 47 market steers, hogs, lambs and replacement nanny goats for sale. The 4H Auction will take place under the 4H tent on Saturday at 1 p.m. Please come out and support our youth and the 4H program. The younger 4Her’s – The Clover Buds – will be exhibiting their chickens and rabbits. Lots to see.  The Fair will offer ono (delicious) local food, great exhibits, crafts, ohana (family) rodeo, keiki (children) zone and pony rides, and entertainment. Oskie Rice Arena, 521 Olinda Rd., Makawao.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Cost is $5 for parking, free admission. For more information call Christy at (808) 870-3219.

Sunday, June 24:
27^th Annual Ki Ho`alu Guitar Festival.  Some of Hawai`i’s best slack key guitar players will perform a full afternoon of melodious Hawaiian music.  Kī Hō`alu, translating literally from the Hawaiian as “loosen the key,” indicating the tuning in slack key guitar technique, is a musical tradition dating back to 19th century paniolo who played around the campfire after completing a day of ranch work.  Slack key has become known as one of the world’s great acoustic guitar methods, especially since the Grammy Awards recognized Hawaiian music as a category all its own.  An abundance of relaxed lawn seating gives the event an informal, local-style atmosphere, making it easy to lounge all afternoon. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, blankets, or lauhala mats and relax on the grassy lawn to fully enjoy the laid-back music by famed guitar players. This is a family-friendly event. Island crafters and merchants will be on site with displays of local arts & crafts for purchase, and food trucks will serve a variety of tasty lunch and dessert options. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A& B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way,  Kahului.  1 to 7 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries, and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6 to 9 p.m.  June 1 – Wailuku, on Market Street; June 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; June 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; June 22 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; June 29 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lanai Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

Every Friday: 
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum.  Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free.  For information visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.

Thursday, May 31: 
Hawaiian Music Series.  Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.

Friday, May 25:
Pint Night for the Birds.  Maui Brewing Company hosts benefit night for the birds. Half the pub profits from house beers sold will go towards protecting native birds on Maui. Enjoy local beers while helping endangered species.  Maui Brewing Company Lahaina Brewpub, 4405 Hono`api`ilani Hwy., Lahaina.  6 to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 573-0280 or visit http://mauibrewingco.com/.

Friday, May 25: 
Artist 2 Artist:  Henry Kapono & Jerry Santos.  two artists talk-story, play music, and have fun! Each concert will feature Henry Kapono and a different guest artist in an intimate format that offers the audience a rare opportunity to get up-close and personal.  The artists will share music and stories from their careers and answer questions, giving the audience an up-close-and-personal seat at the jam session. This concert features Jerry Santos of Olomana. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way., Kahului.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://www.mauiarts.org/.