Saturday, June 15: 
`O Ke Kai Series at Outrigger Reef on the Beach.  The `O Ke Kai Series supports the continuing efforts of the friends of Hokulea and Hawai`iloa to ensure the traditional Hawaiian canoe building and restoration skills are passed on to future generations.  The Hawai`iloa canoe was pulled from the water due to damage from termites and exposure to the elements and is currently housed in pieces. Free and open to the public.  Outrigger Reef on the Beach, 2169 Kalia Rd., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 923-3111.

Saturday, June 8: 
97^th Annual King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade and Ho`olaulea.  This colorful celebration honors the reign of King Kamehameha, who was responsible for uniting the Hawaiian Islands under his rule in 1795. Starting at the King Kamehameha Statue in downtown Honolulu across from Iolani Palace and ending at Queen Kapiolani Park, Ho`olaulea events to follow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Iolani Palace, 364 S. King, Honolulu.  For information call (808) 586-0333 or visit www.hawaii.gov/dags/kamehameha.

Friday, June 7: 
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 and gallery map, visit www.artsdistricthonolulu.com.

Friday, June 7: 
King Kamehameha Statue Lei Draping Ceremony. The Lei Draping Ceremony at the Statue of King Kamehameha, fronting Ali`iolani Hale, 417 King St., Honolulu, is held the day before the King Kamehameha Celebration. 3:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 586-0333.

Wednesday – Friday, June 5 – 7: 
Flight School for Boys. Three full days of introducing 6^th through 8^th grade male students to the history and science of flight. Immersive, hands on activities with an emphasis on Pacific aviation and fun. 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $150 for the three-day program includes all materials, lunches, snacks, and a Flight School logo tee shirt.  Call 808-441-1005 or email ShaunaT@PacificAviationMuseum.org for registration.

Tuesday, June 4:  
Battle of Midway Commemoration featuring Jonathan Parshall. Commemorate a turning point of WWII with Jonathan Parshall, co-author of Shattered Sword: The Untold Story of the Battle of Midway. 4:00 Book Signing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Battle of Midway Presentation. Pacific Aviation Museum, Historic Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu.  For tickets and information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Every Monday through Saturday Night: 
Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 to 2 p.m. nightly.  For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.

Saturday, June 1: 
Chinatown Ohana Experience: Health & Wellness Fair.  Featuring ono food, live entertainment and informational booths.  9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Smith-Beretania Street Public Park.  For information call (808) 391-8174.

Thursday, June 6: 
2013 Fashion Front Awards Hawai`i.  The place to be for fashion lovers, featuring six of Hawai`i’s favorite emerging fashion designers taking to the runway to raise awareness on the importance of arts education for Hawai`i’s youth. Guests will enjoy live music, delicious cuisine and cocktails, and partake in a powerful networking opportunity designed to spotlight rising talent.  Awards will be presented to individuals and businesses that have positively affected Hawai`i’s fashion community. ThirtyNineHotel, 39 N Hotel Street, Honolulu.  8 to 11 p.m.  For information call (646)522-9610 or visit fashionfront.lawrenceblake.com.

Friday – Sunday, June 7 – 9: 
Pan Pacific Festival – Ho`olaulea.  A diverse gathering of people, cultural exhibitions, and talent from across the Pacific Rim. One of the largest outdoor multi-cultural exhibits of its kind in the state of Hawai`i and it happens in beautiful Waikiki, on Kalakaua Avenue. The main thoroughfare is temporarily closed down to vehicular traffic from Lewers Street to Kaiulani Avenue to accommodate this festive block party. Enjoy food, crafters, vendors, and entertainment from a variety of cultures. Begins noon Friday, culminating with a parade on Sunday, Ft. DeRussy to Kapiolani Park.  For information and event schedule, call (808) 926-8177, ext. 279, or visit www.pan-pacific-festival.com.