Saturday, June 3:
11^th Annual Celebration of Fathers.  Celebrate Father’s day early. There will be informational tables from local community agencies, live entertainment, Hawaiian Cultural games and activities and prize drawings throughout the day. War Memorial Complex, 700 Halia Nakoa St., Wailuku.  9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (8080 242-0900 or visit http://www.mfss.org/.

Saturday & Sunday, June 3 & 4:
125^th Annual Holy Ghost Feast.  On Saturday, enjoy entertainment by Frank DeLima & Napua Greig-Nakasone (plus others), baked goods, jams/jellies, malasadas, food booths, Keiki Zone, Farmer’s Market, plants and more.  Mass at 5 p.m., small goods auction 6-9 p.m.  On Sunday, special mass at 8:30 a.m., procession at 9:30 a.m.  Also on Sunday, free Queen’s Meal (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.), small goods auction (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.), and animal auction (3:30 to 4:30 p.m.). Holy Ghost Church, 4300 Lower Kula Rd., Kula.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 878-1260 or visit http://www.kulacatholiccommunity.org/.

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 3:  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 10:  Pu`unene Nichiren Mission, 9 Ani St., Kahului.  Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m.  For information call (808) 871-4831.
• Friday, June 16:  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 17:  Wailuku Shingon Mission, 1939 North St., Wailuku.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dance 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 1:
Ka Hula Piko Hula Festival – A celebration of the birth of hula.  According to Moloka`i tradition, the art of Hula began on the island of Moloka`i in the district of Ka`ana. A full day filled with Hawaiian and local craft booths, `ono food, door prize giveaways, a silent auction and the official Moloka`i Ka Hula Piko t-shirt. Entertainment by various Moloka`i groups and Hula Halau. Kualapu`u Recreation Center, 1 Uwao St., Ho`olehua, Island of Moloka`i. Head West past the airport along Maunaloa Hwy. Look for the cars parked alongside the road. 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free admission.  For information visit http://kahulapiko.com.

Saturday, June 3:
Upcountry Fair.  Experience this annual tradition with a 4H Livestock Show & Auction, Country Store, fabulous community food vendors, award winning entertainment, 1^st annual Vinha D’Alhos Cook-Off and Maui based shopping market.  Oski Rice Arena, Olinda Rd., Makawao.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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 2 – Wailuku, on Market Street; June 9 – Lahaina, on Front Street; June 16 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; June 23 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center. June 30 – 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/.

Sunday, May 21 – Sunday, July 16:
Exhibit – Piero Resta – Illuminatus. Schaefer International Gallery; Tue – Sun 10am – 5 pm (Also open before select Castle Theater shows and during intermission). This retrospective exhibition honors an artist whose life’s work was infused with passion and spiritual transcendence within natural and mythological worlds. Piero Resta’s artistic career was immersed in the alchemy of philosophy, science, poetry, and experimentation. The selection of paintings, sculpture, and personal archives on display reveals the axial relationship of his Italian heritage and influences of ancient traditions and architecture, integrated with the primitive vibrant life force of his home in Kaupo, Maui. This exhibition celebrates the legacy left by a man who embraced the world as a celestial navigator and willingly shared his grace for all to discover. FREE Admission!

Friday, May 26: 
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/.

Thursday, May 25:
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/.