Sunday, September 1: 
Rice Fest.  Sample some of your favorite rice dishes from over 30 rice vendors, participate in Da SPAM Musubi Eating Contest, or watch the experts attempt to re-break the Guiness World Record by building the world’s largest Spam Musubi.  Experience professional chef demonstrations and a live performance from Kapena to celebrate a food that is a cultural cornerstone to so many in Hawai`i.  Ward Centers, 1060 Auahi Street, Honolulu.  Noon to 5 p.m. For information call (714) 423-2844 or visit www.ricefest.com.

Sunday, September 1: 
31^st Okinawan Festival.  Enjoy continuous live performances both days by entertainers from Okinawa and local Okinawan groups from Hawai`i, Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 9 a.m. to  5 p.m. Bon Dance at Kapiolani Park Field 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.  Sunday Festivities begin at 9 a.m.  Craft Gallery and Children’s Games close at 4:30 p.m.  Most food booths & tents close at 5:00 p.m.  Kapiolani Park, 2755 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 676-5400 or visit www.okinawanfestival.com.

Select Wednesdays throughout August: 
Wildest Show in Town.  Organizer Roy Sakuma has lined up an array of community talent for the sunset shindig amid the animal popular at the zoo.  Ukulele giveaway by KoAloha Ukulele.   August 7 – Jimmy Borges and His Jazz All Stars; August 14 – Na Leo Pilimehana.  Residents and visitors alike assemble and bring or buy their dinnertime meals, to soak in the music and camaraderie.  Honolulu Zoo, 151 Kapahulu, Honolulu. 6 p.m. Gates open at 4:35 p.m. $3 at the door.   For information call (808) 971-7171 or visit www.roysakuma.net.

Sunday, August 4: 
Jeff Peterson and Friends.  At this special benefit concert for Hawaii Public Radio, guitarist Jeff Peterson performs with Nathan Aweau, solo artist and a former member of the duo Hapa; ukulele virtuoso Benny Chong; and classical guitarist Ben Verdery.  Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Road, Kaneohe, 4 p.m.  For information call (808) 955-8821 or visit www.hawaiipublicradio.org/jeffpeterson.

August 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17: 
Twelf Nite O Wateva!  Hawaiian Mission Houses presents James Grant Benton’s pidgin adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, or What You Will on an outdoor stage, Kahu Ho`okipa. Sandwiches and dessert will be available for purchase from the new Good Eats at Mission Houses Cafe and picnic on the grounds or in the cafe area. Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S King St., Honolulu. Gates open at 5 p.m. Seating at 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 447-3926 or visit www.missionhouses.org.

Friday, August 2: 
First Friday Honolulu Art Walk.  Every first Friday of the month, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., galleries and other arts venues in downtown Chinatown open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. These events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area.  For information visit www.artsdistricthonolulu.com.

Weekends throughout the Month of August: 
Obon Festival.  The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals.

• Friday & Saturday, August 2 & 3:  Waipahu Soto Zen Mission Taiyoji, 94-413 Waipahu St., Waipahu.  Dance 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 671-3103.
• Saturday, August 3:  Waialua Hongwanji, 67-313 Kealohaunui St., Waialua.  Dance 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 637-4395.
• Friday & Saturday, August 9 & 10.  Koganji Temple, 2869 Oahu Ave., Honolulu.  5:30 p.m. Opens Friday night with a children’s lantern parade.  For information call (808) 988-4905.
• Friday & Saturday, August 9 & 10.  Pearl City Hongwanji Temple, 858 2^nd St., Pearl City.  Services 5:45 p.m., Dance 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 455-1680.
• Saturday, August 24:  The Kapahulu Center, 3410 Campbell Ave., Honolulu.  Service 4 p.m., Dance 6 p.m.  For information call (808) 737-1748.
• Saturday, August 24:  Nichirin Mission of Hawaii, 33 Pulelehua Way, Honolulu.  Dance 5:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 595-3517.

Saturday, July 27: 
Waikiki Artfest.  Featuring the art of 75 – 100 of Hawai`i’s finest artists and handcraft artisans who display their own art for sale. Live entertainment and ono food.  Located in Kapiolani Park at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, directly across from the entrance to the Honolulu Zoo.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free.  For information call (808) 696-6717.

Saturday, July 27: 
“Generations” 2013 Summer Concert Series at Waimea Valley – “The Innovators” Concert.  Representing Hawaiian music throughout the generations, this concert is dedicated to Gabby & Emily Pahinui and will feature Brother Noland Conjugacion, Ho`okena, John Cruz and Olomana. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa (across from Waimea Bay on the North Shore).  11 a.m. to 4 p.m., For tickets and information call (808) 836-7766, ext. 886, or visit www.waimeavalley.net.

Wednesday, July 24
Happy Birthday, Amelia! Celebration of Amelia Earhart’s Birthday (1837-1939) Birthday cake and punch for all Museum visitors to celebrate the famous aviator’s 116th birthday. The Museum fronts Luke Field on Ford Island, where Ms. Earhart ground looped her Lockheed Electra on take-off March 20, 1937, while attempting her Round-the-World Flight. Free with Museum admission.  Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  For information call (808)441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.