Saturday, April 20: 
Gabby Pahinui Waimanalo Kanikapila. This annual event was initiated by Cyril Pahinui as a tribute to his father, Gabby Pahinui, in 2007. Since then, it has grown to become one of Hawai`i’s premier celebrations of Hawaiian music. The festival celebrates the musical heritage of Waimānalo, Gabby’s April 22nd birthday, Cyril’s April 21st birthday, and offers a special recognition of Cyril. Designed after gatherings remembered from Cyril’s childhood days, when weekends at the family’s home on Bell Street in Waimānalo were a continuous kanikapila. As in those days, the event attracts more than 100 musicians and gives thousands of fans an opportunity to witness some truly unforgettable moments, amazing performances, and one of a kind all-star jams by some of Hawai`i’s greatest musicians who get together to play music in the park.  This free event also includes educational and informational booths, music workshops, cultural demonstrations and displays, lomi lomi massage, food booths that support athletics and community groups, and some arts and craft vendors.  Waimanalo Beach Park, 41-741 Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For information call (808) 896-1911.

Friday, April 12, Saturdays, April 13 – May 18: 
The Adventures of Pinocchio.  Enjoy a new take on a timeless classic with Honolulu Theatre for Youth’s production of Pinocchio. Re-imagined with a radiant new design and original music, this story about a mischievous puppet and his father Geppetto holds powerful lessons about truth and lies, genuine friendship and the power of love to give us life. Opening Night & Reception: Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m.  Additional performances every Saturday at 4:30 p.m. ASL Interpretation, Pay-What-You-Can: Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m.  Onstage Workshop For Youth, Saturday, May 11 at 2:30 p.m. This hour-long Saturday workshop is thematically connected to the production and will give kids the chance to peek backstage, try out a bit of performing, and directly interact with members of the HTY creative team. Parents are invited to watch the workshop from the house. Tenney Theatre Cathedral of St. Andrew, 229 Queen Emma Square Honolulu.  $10 Youth, $15 Seniors, $20 Adults.  Parking is free.  For tickets or more information call (808) 839-9885, ext 720, or visit www.htyweb.org.

Saturday, April 12: 
Second Saturdays at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free hands-on art activities for all ages are hosted in the first floor Multipurpose Room. All materials are provided. Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov.

Every Monday through Saturday Night: 
Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and food, served in an ultra-comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly; closed Sundays.  For information and entertainment schedule call (808) 945-0800 or visit http://jazzhonolulu.com/index.html.

Nightly: 
O Nā Lani Sunset Stories.  From Queen Emma to Don Ho, experience the stories of an icon. Gather at the International Market Place on Kalakaua Avenue just after sundown for the ceremonial lighting of the Lamaku Torch Tower. Then be immersed in an unforgettable storytelling performance told through Hawaiian and Polynesian song and dance. Honoring the beloved Queen Emma, the nightly show highlights the stories, traditions and culture of this special gathering place. International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu.  Sunset. Free admission. For information visit www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com.

Saturday, March 30: 
32^nd Annual Great Hawaiian Rubber Duckie Race.  Cheer your duckie on as prizes will be given to the top 50 winners, out of 20,000 other rubber duckies racing in the Ala Wai Canal.  Sounds crazy, but it will be a spectacle worth seeing.  This is a wonderful event that raises funds for the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawai`i. Pre-race activities start at the McCully Shopping Center, 1960 Kapiolani Blvd., Honolulu, 9 a.m.  Race is 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $5 per rubber duckie.  For more information visit www.ucpahi.org.

Saturday & Sunday, March 30 & 31: 
Waikiki Artfest.  Featuring over 75 of Hawai`i’s fine artists and handcraft artisans who display their own artwork for sale, to include all types of jewelry, clothing, wood products, stained glass, ceramics, soaps and candles, quilts, photography, and lauhala products. There will be live entertainment and food available to purchase. Kapiolani Park (at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, across from the entrance to the Honolulu Zoo), 3840 Paki Ave., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Admission is free. For information call (808) 696-6717.

Friday, March 29: 
Eat the Street. Eat the Street is an organization that gets some of the best food trucks on the island to come together in a designated area, and create a party of its own.  Thousands of hungry folks seeking their next favorite dish attend each month.  Explore the different venues and taste some ono creations.  Live entertainment. 100 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu.  4 to 9 p.m.  Free admission.  For information visit www.eatthestreethawaii.com.

Sunday, March 24: 
Waikiki Aquarium’s 115^th Birthday. Festivities include live entertainment by the Iolani Band, a Humuhumunukunukuapua`a hat decorating activity, an invasive algae cleanup effort, and a birthday ceremony with a special cake.  Waikiki Aquarium, 2777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Free for the first 115 attendees.  For information visit www.waikikiaquarium.org.

Friday, March 22: 
Na Mele O Ko`olina. Enjoy a day of Hawaiian music and local art on display & for sale.  Close to 40 artists display their artwork for viewing and sale; perfect for special gifts.  There will also be Hawaiian slack-key guitarist and ukulele musicians playing during the duration of this event.  Ko`olina Beach Lagoon #3, 92-149 Waipahe Pl., Kapolei. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission.