Thursday, September 15:
Moku`ula by Moonlight in Lahaina.  As the full moon rises over Mauna Kahalawai in West Maui, the Mokuula/Mokuhinia restoration site in Lahaina is in the spotlight, featuring a free cultural and educational program that’s open to the public. Kamehameha Iki Park, 525 Front St., Lahaina.  6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For information visit www.mokuula.com.

September 15 – 18:
Hawaiicon Convention.  HawaiiCon brings together the best of science, sci-fi, fantasy, comic books, anime and cosplay at the Hapuna Beach Price Hotel. Celebrities join the top space scientists, voice actors and cosplayers in the country for four days of panels, workshops and adventures. Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, 62-100 Kauna`Oa Dr., Kohala Coast.  For event schedule, tickets, and information, visit www.hawaiicon/com.

Thursday, September 15:
Sergio Mendes. Producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist, Sergio Mendes’ influence on the music industry has spanned five decades and continues to evolve through new collaborations and mediums. Pre-show entertainment by Phil and Angela Benoit in the Yokouchi Pavilion Courtyard.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Thursday – Sunday, September 15 – 18: 
Hula Girl Festival Hawai`i.  The Hula Girl Festival is produced by Johnny Kai Productions and is an exclusive invitation to hula dancers from Japan in appreciation of their love & support of Hawaiian music and hula. Stages will be provided at the Waikiki Beach Walk, Treetops Restaurant and Dinner Theater and the popular Wet-n-Wild Water Park in Kapolei. All the performances are free and open to the public. For schedule, venues, and information call (808) 271-5853 or visit www.hulagirlfestivalhawaii.com.