Saturday, September 15:
Waimea Ho`olaulea.  A relaxing day in beautiful Waimea, the ho`olaulea begins with community olelo Hawai`i by local keiki. Taiko drummers “sound the alarm” and draw people in from the Parade. The Craft Tent is filled with clothing, purses, jewelry, lauhala products. Delicious food and snacks can be found by following your nose around Waimea Park. The sellout booth is always the fried fish booth, kole, and menpachi. Talk story, and enjoy the beautiful music and occasional hula dancer. A family friendly event.  Waimea Baseball Field, 65-1260 Kawaihae Rd. Kamuela. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 936-3706 or visit  www.hawaiiislandfestival.org.