Saturday, March 14:
The Kona Brewers Festival. Nestled against Kamakahonu Bay, and overlooking theʻAhuʻena heiau, the Kona Brewer’s Festival offers an experience unique to Hawai`i Island. The festival draws thousands of people together to enjoy incredible craft beer, island style cuisine, and great music. King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets $75. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.konabrewersfestival.com.

Saturday, March 14:
Book Trust Hawai`i Fundraiser Extravaganza – Casino Royal. Combining the thrills and excitement of Las Vegas casinos with the laid-bask elegance of Wailea, guests will have the opportunity to play their favorite casino games, bid on fabulous silent auction items, enjoy delicious cuisine by acclaimed chef Sheldon Simeon and an open bar. Mala Wailea at the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, 3700 Wailea Alanui Drive, Kihei. 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 280-1476 or visit www.booktrust.org/casinoroyale.

Saturday, March 14:
“National Memories” traveling exhibit to open at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor. Traveling photo exhibit shares the legendary friendship of China and the United States during World War II. Pearl Harbor, the site of America’s first aviation battlefield, will serve as the first stop of the “National Memories” 2015 United States tour. The exhibit, which first went on display in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen in 2010, has toured through Mainland China and Taiwan. Admission to “National Memories” is free with Museum admission and free to Museum Members. To purchase general admission tickets online, go to www.PacificAviationMuseum.org. Board the free Ford Island shuttle from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. For more information, call 808-441-1007 or email Education@PacificAviationMuseum.org.

Friday, March 13:
The Taming of the Shrew. Adapted from the well known William Shakespeare play. Directed by MFA Theatre for Young Audiences candidate Kim Shire. After the show, attendees will have an opportunity to talk with the director, designers, choreographers, and performers. For tickets visit www.etickethawaii.com or call (808) 944-2697. Tickets are also available at Campus Center, at Stan Sheriff Box Office, and at the Kennedy Theatre Box Office. Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West Road, Honolulu. 8 p.m. For information call (808) 596-7655 or visit www.hawaii.edu/kennedy.

Thursday, March 12:
Ho`okipa Night. Ho`okipa means hospitality. This extraordinary gourmet dinner will be prepared and served by students of the Kapiolani Community College’s renowned programs. Highlighted by a cocktail reception with gourmet action food stations, a multi-course dinner with wine pairings, and live and silent auctions. For tickets and information call (808) 734-9544. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu. 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Thursday, March 12:
Kona Brewers Festival’s Pa`ina Dinner and Art Auction. The ocean-side feast at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel is served under the stars and each course is expertly paired with Kona Brewing Company beers. Most dishes feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients and incorporate craft brew in the recipes. Art and culture of Hawai`i will also be featured through live entertainment and a silent art auction. Proceeds benefit nonprofit organizations working on behalf of children and the environment. King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel, 75-5660 Palani Rd., Kailua-Kona. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $100. For tickets and information visit www.konabrewersfestival.com.

Saturday & Sunday, March 7 & 8:
Honolulu Festival. Celebrate the people and culture of the Pacific Rim and Hawai`i with dynamic dance performances, music, and exhibits. Under the theme, “Creating Cultural Friendships with Aloha,” the Festival’s weekend of activities also features the ever-popular Grand Parade through Waikiki and the spectacular Nagaoka Fireworks Show over Waikiki Beach. Free admission. Hawai`i Convention Center, 1801 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, and other venues. For information, schedule and list of venues call (808) 539-3484 or visit www.honolulufestival.com.

Saturday, March 7:
Discover Your Future in Aviation. Young people interested in aviation as a career or hobby will want to attend this event filled with hands-on workshops, a career fair, flight lab, and interactive science exhibits.   Participants can enter to win aviation prizes and take photos with historical aviation re-enactors. The event is free with Museum admission and is free to Museum Members. Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, 319 Lexington Blvd., Honolulu. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call (808) 441-1000 or visit www.pacificaviationmuseum.org.

Saturday, March 7:
3^rd Annual Taste of Schools. Hosted by Grow Some Good, this event will benefit school garden programs throughout Maui. Enjoy cuisine from Maui’s top chefs and fine wines. Hotel Wailea, 555 Kaukahi Street Kihei, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. For information visit www.growsomegood.org.

Saturday, March 7:
Great Waikoloa Ukulele Festival. The festival starts with an educational and fun workshop hosted by world-renowned Roy Sakuma and friends. Hawai`i’s top ukulele entertainers headline this annual musical extravaganza at Queens’ MarketPlace and Kings’ Shops. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Waikoloa Beach Resort and Kings’ Shops and Queens’ MarketPlace, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa. For information call (808) 886-8822.