Saturday, August 31: 
Jake Shimabukuro.  In his young career, ukulele wizard Jake Shimabukuro has already redefined a heretofore under-the-radar instrument, been declared a musical “hero” by Rolling Stone, won accolades from Eddie Vedder, Perez Hilton and Dr. Sanjay Gupta, wowed audiences on, earned comparisons to Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis, and even played in front of the Queen of England.  The Palace Theater, 38 Haili St., Hilo.  7 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 934-7010 or visit www.hilopalace.com.