May 2 – 11:
Ka`u Coffee Festival. The southern district of Ka`u celebrates its award-winning coffee with events including a day-long ho`olaulea on May 10^th at Pahala Community Center, 96-1149 Kamani St., Pahala, with entertainment, crafts, food booths, guided coffee tastings and farm tours. There are many fun and interesting events to attend. Some events are free, others have a fee. For more information and event dates, locations and details call (808) 929-9550 or visit www.KauCoffeeFest.com.

Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that will vary from week to week. Held at VAC Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All events are free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday & Saturday, May 2 & 3:
Big Island Chocolate Festival. Observe a student competition, plus participate in hands-on seminars and demos Friday. The 6-10 p.m. Saturday gala in the Grand Ballroom offers chocolate-infused cuisine created by top chefs, plus chocolate sculptures, wine, music, dancing and silent auction. Headlining the decadence is “Mr. Chocolate” Jacques Torres of the Food Network, Derek Poirier of Valrhona USA, Donald Wressel of Guittard and Stanton Ho for Amoretti. The Fairmont Orchid Hawai`i, 1 N. Kaniku Dr., Kamuela.   For tickets, room packages, and information on all events call (808) 324-6100 or visit www.bigislandchocolatefestival.com.

Friday, May 2:
Brothers Cazimero Lei Day Concert. Enjoy the smooth touch of the Brothers Cazimero, presenting contemporary Hawaiian music and hula. Pre-show festivities include celebratory music in the courtyard, and island lei-makers will be on hand with fragrant and finely crafted lei. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Every Friday:
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum. Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. 6:00 -8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina/children 12 & under free. For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Friday – Sunday, May 2 – 4:
Aloha Theater: “Hot l Baltimore. The Hot l Baltimore is a play by Lanford Wilson. Set in the lobby of the Hotel Baltimore, it focuses on the residents of the decaying property who are faced with eviction when the structure is condemned. The title is from the hotel’s neon marquee and its burned-out letter. Hot l Baltimore opened Off Broadway in 1973 and ran for 1666 performances. Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua. Fridays and Saturdays 7:30, Sundays 2:30. For reserved seats call (808) 322-9924 or visit www.alohatheater.com, or purchase tickets at the door one hour before showtime. Advance ticketing is recommended; these shows often sell out.

Friday, May 2:
Na Lei Hiwahiwa `Ehiku – A May Day Celebration Concert. Celebration of Hawaiian music features fantastic Hawaiian musicians and performers. Tickets $25 advance/$30 at the door for adults. Children 6-17 $5. For ticket information call (808) 652-4497, ask for Iwa Dawbarn. Purchase tickets online at www.maliefoundation.org. Kauai Beach Resort, 431 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue. 6 to 10 p.m. For information call (808) 651-1868.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event. 6-9 p.m. May 2 – Wailuku, on Market Street; May 9 – Lahaina, on Front Street; May 16 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; May 23 – Kihei, on South Kihei Road, Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Friday, May 2:
First Friday Street Festival: Honolulu District. Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Events are free and open to everyone. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5-9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu. For information call (808) 521-2903.

Friday – Sunday, May 2 – 4:
“Footlights” – 3^rd Annual Community Variety Show. This is a Palace Theater fundraiser. Palace Theater, 38 Haili Street, Hilo. Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinee 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets are available at the Palace Theater Box Office. Call (808) 934-7010 Monday thru Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.   For more information, visit www.hilopalace.com.