Thursday, August 7:
Ke Kani `O Ke Kai – Kuana Torres, Kahele and Makana. Kick back on the cool, beachfront lawn at the Waikiki Aquarium, 1777 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, for an evening of live entertainment and food under the stars. Doors open 5:30 p.m., performances 7 to 8:30 p.m. Guests may explore the Waikiki Aquarium galleries, which will remain open during the concert. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit www.waquarium.org/KKOKK.

Wednesdays in August:
Wildest Show in Town. This fun weekly concert takes place at the Honolulu Zoo. Special picnic fare is available for purchase as well as fun pre-concert family activities and Keiki ages 6 – 13 will have a chance to win a Kala standard ukulele. Fee $3 ages two and over. Zoo gates open 4:35 p.m. Concert 6 to 7 p.m. Zoo exhibits close 5:30 p.m. August 6 – Jimmy Borges and His Jazz All Stars; August 13 – Manoa DNA. For information call (808) 926-3191 or visit www.honoluluzoo.org/wild.

Sunday, August 3:
Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series. Ho`okani Ke Kika Kila (play the steel guitar) will feature Timi Abrigo, Jeff Au Hoy, and Eddie Palama. Waimea Valley Main Lawn, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa. 1-5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 638-5886 or visit www.waimeavalley.net.

Sunday, August 3:
Na Hula Festival. Hula is more than just a dance form. Hula directs your beliefs, traditions and values. Hula conducts your behavior and shapes who you become. A dancer breathes, eats, and sleeps hula. Bring your hali`i (covering, spread), mea ‘ai (food) and enjoy a beautiful, relaxing day of hula at the park. Admission is free. Queen Kapiolani Regional Park and Bandstand, 2805 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information call (808) 768-3041 or visit www.honolulu.gov/parks/programs.

Friday, August 1:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Fridays & Saturdays, throughout the month of August:
Obon 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.

•  Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 2: Palolo Higashi Hongwanji, 1641 PaloloAve., Honolulu. 7 p.m. For information call (808) 732-1491.
• Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 2: Waipahu Soto Zen Mission Taiyoji, 94-413 Waipahu St., Waipahu. Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 671-3103.
• Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 2. Manoa 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.
• Saturday, August 2: Waialua Hongwanji, 67-313 Kealohaunui St., Waialua. Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 637-4395.
• Friday & Saturday, August 8 & 9: Shingon Shu Hawai`i, 915 Sheradon St., Honolulu. Service 5:45 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. . For information call (808) 455-1680.
• Friday & Saturday, August 8 & 9: Pearl City Hongwanji Temple, 858 2<sup>nd</sup> St., Pearl City. Services 5:45 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 455-1680.
• Friday & Saturday, August 8 & 9: Soto Mission of Aiea – Taiheiji, 99-045 Kauhale St, Aiea. 7 p.m. For information call (808) 488-6794.
• Friday & Saturday, August 15 & 16: Jodo Mission of Hawai`i, 1429 Makiki St, Honolulu. 6:30 p.m. For information call (808) 949-3995
• Friday & Saturday, August 15 & 16: Mililani Hongwanji, 95-257 Kaloapau St, Mililani.7:00 p.m. For information call (808) 625-0925
• Saturday & Sunday, August 15 & 16: Soto Mission of Hawai`i Betsuin Shoboji, 1708 Nuuanu Ave Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 537-9409
• Saturday, August 23: Aiea Hongwanji, 99-186 Puakala St, Aiea. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 487-2826
• Saturday, August 23: Nichirin Mission of Hawai`i, 33 Pulelehua Way, Honolulu. Dance 6:00 p.m. For information call (808) 595-3517.

Thursday, July 24:
Happy Birthday, Amelia! Enjoy cake, juice, and a look at the “Amelia Earhart in Hawai`i” exhibit. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members, 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Free goodie bags and free admission to families with at least one person dressed in Amelia or historical aviation attire. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Tuesday – Thursday, July 22 – 24:
Aviation Adventure for Boys. Explore the history of aviation in Hawai`i and the science, technology, engineering, and math principles of flight. Overnight accommodations provided onboard USS Missouri. This program is open to everyone who has completed the basic Flight School program or is at least 13 years of age. $300 for the 3-day/2-night program. Pacific Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Blvd., Historic Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Saturday, July 19:
Prince Lot Hula Festival. Hula groups will perform ancient and contemporary hula. Enjoy cultural demonstrations, a Made in Hawai`i craft fair, poi pounding workshops, entertainment and more. The festival is free, donations are welcome. Local food and refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the day. Moanalua Gardens, 1352 Pineapple Pl., Honolulu. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 839-5334 or visit www.moanaluagardensfoundation.org.

Saturday, July 19:
Waimea Valley Summer Concert Series. Ho`okani Ka Ukulele (play the ukulele) will feature Eddie Kamae, Imua Garza, Kalei Gamiao, and Brittni Paiva. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa. 1-5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 638-5886 or visit www.waimeavalley.net.