Throughout the Month of July: Obon Dance & 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. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below: Friday & Saturday, July 4 & 5: Puna Hongwanji Mission,16-592 Old Volcano Rd., Kea`au-Mountain View. Service 6 p.m., Dance 7 p.m. For information call (808) 966-9981.…