Saturday, July 27:  “Generations” 2013 Summer Concert Series at Waimea Valley – “The Innovators” Concert.  Representing Hawaiian music throughout the generations, this concert is dedicated to Gabby & Emily Pahinui and will feature Brother Noland Conjugacion, Ho`okena, John Cruz and Olomana. Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa (across from Waimea Bay on the North Shore).  […]

Weekends throughout the Month of August:  Obon Festival.  The season of remembrance of honoring the spirit of those passed on, celebrated with special services and festivals. Friday & Saturday, August 2 & 3:  Waipahu Soto Zen Mission Taiyoji, 94-413 Waipahu St., Waipahu.  Dance 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 671-3103. Saturday, August 3:  Waialua Hongwanji, […]

Friday, August 2:  First Friday Honolulu Art Walk.  Every first Friday of the month, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., galleries and other arts venues in downtown Chinatown open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. These events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area.  […]

August 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17:  Twelf Nite O Wateva!  Hawaiian Mission Houses presents James Grant Benton's pidgin adaptation of William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, or What You Will on an outdoor stage, Kahu Ho`okipa. Sandwiches and dessert will be available for purchase from the new Good Eats at Mission Houses Cafe and picnic […]

Sunday, August 4:  Jeff Peterson and Friends.  At this special benefit concert for Hawaii Public Radio, guitarist Jeff Peterson performs with Nathan Aweau, solo artist and a former member of the duo Hapa; ukulele virtuoso Benny Chong; and classical guitarist Ben Verdery.  Paliku Theatre, Windward Community College, 45-720 Keaahala Road, Kaneohe, 4 p.m.  For information […]

Select Wednesdays throughout August:  Wildest Show in Town.  Organizer Roy Sakuma has lined up an array of community talent for the sunset shindig amid the animal popular at the zoo.  Ukulele giveaway by KoAloha Ukulele.   August 7 – Jimmy Borges and His Jazz All Stars; August 14 – Na Leo Pilimehana.  Residents and visitors alike […]

Friday, September 6:  The Brothers Cazimero “A Tribute to Queen Liliuokalani”.  Celebrate Hawai`i’s last reigning queen. Liliuokalani was born September 2, 1838 as Lydia Liliu Loloku Walania Wewehi Kamakaeha, was the last monarch and only queen regent of the Kingdom of Hawai`i. The concert will feature mele (song), hula (dance), and tributes to Queen Liliuokalani.  […]

Sunday, September 1:  31st Okinawan Festival.  Enjoy continuous live performances both days by entertainers from Okinawa and local Okinawan groups from Hawai`i, Kapiolani Park Bandstand, 9 a.m. to  5 p.m. Bon Dance at Kapiolani Park Field 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.  Sunday Festivities begin at 9 a.m.  Craft Gallery and Children's Games close at 4:30 […]

Sunday, September 1:  Rice Fest.  Sample some of your favorite rice dishes from over 30 rice vendors, participate in Da SPAM Musubi Eating Contest, or watch the experts attempt to re-break the Guiness World Record by building the world’s largest Spam Musubi.  Experience professional chef demonstrations and a live performance from Kapena to celebrate a […]

Every Monday through Saturday Night:  Jazz Minds.  A fun, eclectic café, featuring live Jazz music, cocktails and pupus, served in an ultra comfy, hip setting.  Different bands perform nightly.  1661 Kapiolani Blvd., near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.  6:30 to 2 p.m. nightly.  For information call (808) 945-0800 or visit www.honolulujazzclub.com.