Friday, December 13:  A Culinary Romp through Paradise.  Learn about and sample exotic local fruit while taking a leisurely tour of an exotic fruit farm. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and gourmet, four-course lunch at the outdoor courtyard of the Kauai Marriott Resort at Kalapaki Bay. The day ends with an exclusive tour of Hawai`i’s only […]

Friday, December 13: A second concert of a series features the Kauai Community College Symphony Orchestra. Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii at 7:00 pm. The Orchestra will be featuring a medley from Tim Burton’s A Nightmare Before Christmas, the popular classical favorite Canon in D by Johann Pachelbel, an “Overture” by Mozart and a charming and festive string piece by Albinoni.  Also on […]

Saturday, December 14:  Kauai’s Breakfast with Santa.  Enjoy a buffet breakfast catered by Mark's Place, and photos and activities with Santa!  Reservations are required. Call 245-2043 or email events@kauaifamilymagazine.com.  Portions of the proceeds will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kauai.  Located at Gaylords at Kilohana, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.  Children $13, Adults $18.  […]

Saturday, December 14:  Chiefess Kamakahelei Street Fair.  An evening of family fun with food trucks, games, face painting, bingo and a mini craft fair. Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School, Huhou St., Lihue.  5 to 8 p.m. Free.  For information call (808) 639-4964.

Friday, December 20:  A Taste of Old Kauai.   Guests are saturated in timeless beauty at the Waipa Ahupua`a, one of 67 watersheds homesteaded by the first Polynesians.  A one-of-a-kind experience for those who wish to explore traditional agriculture and food of Hawai`i. Lunch included. Reservations are required three days before event.  $115.  5-5785A Kuhio Hwy., […]

Saturday, December 21:  Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade.  Parade starts at 6:15 p.m. Before the parade, spend the day in Waimea. Visit parks, beaches and hiking trails; browse through Waimea's shops, eat dinner and stay for the entertainment following the parade at Hofgaard Park, with free beverages, baked goods and treats provided by local businesses. Free.  […]

Tuesday, December 31:  New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Music at Poipu Beach Park.  Fabulous fireworks ring in the New Year at Poipu Beach, Kauai. Join the fun from 4-9:45 pm with food booths, local music, keiki activity area and more.  For information call (808) 742-7444 or email jody@poipubeach.org.

Daily: Na Keiki `O Ka Aina (The Children of the Land). Classes in Hawaiian and Polynesian Arts and Culture for Keiki & Adults.  Most Keiki classes are free, adult classes request a donation to the non-profit organization. Located under the Whale Clock Tower in Kaua`i Village Shopping Center. For more information and class schedules call (808) […]

Friday Evenings: Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. January 3 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music Slack Key; January 10 – Legends of Slack Key; January 17 – Kaua`i’s Slack Key; January 24 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; January 31 – Circle of Life Slack Key.  Free gift drawing.  Tickets: $20 ($15 […]

Friday, January 3:  Hawaiian Pa`ina (luau).  Enjoy a day of family, sun and fun in the courtyard of the Kaua`i Museum to celebrate the community. Kaua`i Museum, 4428 Rice St., Lihue.  10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  For information call (808) 245-6931.