Friday, March 3 & 4 and March 10 & 11:
Samadhi Hawai`i Presents “Tales of the Circle of Keys”.  This world premiere show will feature the Samadhi aerial company and adult students performing high above the audience on silks, rings and trapeze. The ArtZone space is unique in that the audience may view the performance from different floor levels, while the artists spin, twirl and fly in the center stage above and accompanied by the founder of ArtZone, Kurt “KK” Kaminaka, aka “Joy Maximizer”. KK said of his circular “Circle Keys” piano, “I created the piano to be sexy so people could get a fresh feel; the piano has 264 notes and very versatile. I can assign any sound to any key and layer the sounds.”  KK will play original compositions created in collaboration with each Samadhi artist.  The Center of Creativity, 3245 Pali Hwy., Honolulu.  7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at http://www.samadhihawaii.com/.  For more information call (808) 277-7033.

Nightly: 
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 http://www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.

Saturday, February 11:
International Ukulele Contest.  The contest invites amateur ukulele players from across the world to compete at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center’s Royal Grove Stage from Ukulele players of all ages and ability levels will compete.  Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2201 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  For information visit http://www.ukulelepicnicinhawaii.org/.

Saturday, February 11: 
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., 2^nd Floor, Honolulu. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or while supplies last.    For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Saturday, February 11: 
Na Mele O Ko Olina.  Na Mele O Ko Olina is held at the Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club along Oahu`s Leeward Coast. This event features wonderful Hawaiian music offered by some of Hawai`i’s best slack key guitar and ukulele artists, along with the artwork of more than 40 Hawai`i artists and handcraft artisans who display their work for sale. The artists feature work in glass, ceramics, photography, wood workers, fiber art, jewelry of all kinds, and fine art. Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club, 92-161 Waipahe Pl, Kapolei.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 696-6717 or visit http://hotcrafts.net/.

Saturday, February 4:
Tuskegee Airmen Hangar Talk.  Paying tribute to the Tuskegee Airmen and the vital role they played during World War II with special presentations by decorated WWII Tuskegee Airman Pilot Colonel Charles McGee to Hawai`i’s youth and the public. Colonel McGee fought in WWII, Korea and Vietnam, and holds the record for the highest three-war total of fighter combat missions of any pilot in the United States Air Force history. Colonel McGee began his military service as one of the Tuskegee Airmen in the 332nd Fighter Group. The Tuskegee Airmen were pioneers who fought racial prejudices to fly and fight for their country during WWII. Pacific Aviation Museum, Historic Ford Island, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 11 a.m.  Tickets for the talk are $10; or free with Museum General Admission & Aviator’s Tour tickets.  For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit http://www.pacificaviationmuseum.org/.

Friday, February 3:
First Friday at Hawai`i State Art Museum.  Free, family-friendly evening at the Hawai`i State Art Museum. Galleries will be open late, including the “I Love Art” hands-on play area. Parking available across South Hotel St. in the Ali`i Place building, or street parking in the area. Several TheBus lines stop directly in front of or close to the museum.  Hawai`i State Art Museum, 250 South Hotel St., 2^nd Floor, Honolulu. 6 to 9 p.m.  For information call (808) 589-9959 or visit www.sfca.hawaii.gov/hisam/visitor-information.

Friday, February 3:
First Friday Street Festival:  Honolulu District.  Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903.

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: 
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 http://www.shopinternationalmarketplace.com/events.