Friday, July 31:
Mahina`ai Night. Join a torch lit guided tour of a walking trail while learning about Kaho`olawe. Then, gather in the KIRC’s Kalamalama traditional hale, where historical artifacts from Kaho`olawe will be on display, and enjoy live entertainment provided by University of Hawai`i Maui College’s Institute of Hawaiian Music. Non-alcoholic beverages and appetizers will be available for purchase. Kaho`olawe Island Reserve Commission Boat House, 2780 South Kihei Rd., Kihei. 6 to 8 p.m.   For information call (808) 243-5888 or visit www.kahoolawe.hawaii.gov.

Thursday, July 30:
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) 661-9309 or visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Friday – Sunday, July 24 – 26:
Sesame St. Live: Let’s Dance! Sesame Street Live “Let’s Dance!” offers an up-close, interactive experience. The audience is invited to dance as favorite Sesame Street friends dance with fans of all ages. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m, and 5:30 p.m; Sunday, 1 and 4 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, July 11:
Na Hoku Hou! Award Winners Concert. Enjoy winners from the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, featuring the best contemporary music of Hawai‘i with current and previous years’ talented Nā Hōkū award-winners. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavillion, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Weekends, July 10 – August 2:
The Addams Family. This original story is every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. The Historic Iao Theatre, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku. Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-6969 or visit www.mauionstage.com.

Saturday, July 4:
4^th of July Fireworks Display. Stroll historic Lahaina and enjoy holiday specials in many ocean view restaurants and town shops. For an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration, listen to a free concert on the oceanfront Lahaina Library lawn starting at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 8 p.m. For information call 1-888-310-1117, or visit www.visitlahaina.com.

Saturday, July 4:
Annual Makawao Paniolo Parade. Enjoy this colorful Hawaiian style small town Wild West parade in Makawao, along Makawao and Baldwin Avenues. 8:45 a.m: Stick Horse Race (everyone is welcome to participate). 9 to 11 a.m: Parade. There will be no parking in town. Arrive early to park at Eddie Tam Community Center or at the Oskie Rice Arena, in Olinda, which has free shuttle service from 7 to 9 a.m., and back from the parade starting at 11:30 a.m. For information call (808) 283-2741.

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. 6-9 p.m. July 3 – Wailuku, on Market Street; July 10 – Lahaina, on Front Street; July 17 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; July 24 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.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. Dusk – 8:30 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 www.lahainarestoration.org.

Throughout the Month of July:
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:

• Friday, July 3:   Lahaina Jodo Mission, 12 Ala Moana St., Lahaina. Lantern ceremony 6:30 p.m. followed by dancing at 8 p.m. For information call (808) 661-4304 or visit www.lahainajodomission.org.
• Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11: Pa`ia Mantokuji Mission, 253 Hana Hwy, Paia. Service 6 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 579-8051 or visit www.mantokujimauitemple.org.
• Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18, Kahului Hongwanji Mission, 291 S. Pu`unene Ave., Kahului. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 871-4732 or visit www.kahuluihongwanji.org.
• Friday & Saturday, July 24 & 25: Makawao Hongwanji Mission, 1074 Makawao Ave., Makawao. Service 6:30, Dance 7:30. For information call (808) 572-7229.
• Friday & Saturday, 31 & August 1: Wailuku Hongwanji Mission, 1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku. Service 7 p.m., Dance 8 p.m. For information call (808) 244-0406.