November 4 – 13: 
Kona Coffee Festival.  Hawai`i’s oldest food festival combines a modern-day infatuation with coffee with Kona’s old-world history.  The award-winning festival honors Kona’s cultural heritage and recognizes the accomplishments of Kona coffee pioneers, farmers and artisans. Celebrated at many locations throughout Kona, with fun for the whole family. For information, venues, and schedule of events call (808) 990-6511 or visit www.konacoffeefest.com.

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 to 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 Evenings:
Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk.  Stroll through the many art galleries in historic Old Town Hanapepe and meet the local artists from 6-9 p.m.  Enjoy shopping at local vendors, several restaurants, art galleries, stilt walkers, classic cars, live music and entertainment.  For information call (808) 335-6469.

Friday Afternoons:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. November 4 – Honoring Raymond Kane; November 11 – Heart of Slack Key; November 18 – Ahupua`a – Mountain to Sea; November 25 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands.  Free gift drawing.  Award winning traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar ad ukulele concerts featuring songs and stories telling its history.  Tickets $25 general admission, $20 Ages 13-19 & over 50, keiki under 5 free.  A portion of the proceeds support the Hale Halawai Ohana `O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center, 5-5299 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei.  4 to 6 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.McMasterSlackKey.com.

Every Friday:
Aloha Fridays at Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park.  A free hands-on demonstration lesson is given in a cultural craft that varies each week. Volcano Art Center Gallery porch in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Free (donations welcome); park entrance fees apply. For information call (808) 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Friday, November 4, and Friday – Tuesday, November 7 – 11:
Kona Coffee Living History Farm.  Hands on History activities will be held at the Farm every day at 11 a.m., which may include Pan Roasting Coffee, Sustainability in the Kitchen Garden, Japanese Calligraphy, and others. Visit the 1920s farmhouse where you may find the homemaker starting the fire to cook rice or making musubi for the farmer’s lunch. Talk story with living history interpreters and discover the story behind Kona’s gourmet crop. Kona Coffee Living History Farm, 82-6199 Mamalahoa Hwy., Captain Cook 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Entrance with admission fee. For more information, visit www.konahistorical.org or call (808) 323-3222.

Friday & Saturday, November 4 & 5:
Made in Maui County Festival.  Over 140 vendors will offer a wide variety of made in Maui County crafts and products.  Serious shoppers who want a one-day head start can purchase tickets for a special “Shoppers Preview” on Friday, 1:30 to 6 p.m., with opening ceremonies at approximately 5 p.m. in the Yokouchi Pavilion. $35 Tickets for Friday’s entry can be purchased in advance at (808) 242-7469, or visit www.mauiarts.org. Saturday’s attendees will enjoy demonstrations, a fashion show, food trucks, and prize drawings. The first 2,000 attendees will receive a free Festival tote bag.  Saturday’s admission is $5 for adults at the gate, children 12 and under free. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, One Cameron Way, Kahului. For more information call (808) 270-7710 or visit www.MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com.

Friday, November 4:
First Friday Street Festival:  Honolulu District.  Galleries and other arts venues open their doors for artist receptions, live music, and refreshments. Gallery walk maps are available at various locations in the area. 5 to 9 p.m.   Downtown-Chinatown, The ARTS at Marks, 1159 Nu`uanu Ave., Honolulu.  For information call (808) 521-2903.

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.  November 4 – Wailuku, on Market Street; November 11 – Lahaina, on Front Street; November 18 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; November 25 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit www.MauiFridays.com.

Friday, November 4:
16^th Annual Black & White Night.  It’s downtown Hilo’s gigantic multi-block party with free music and entertainment in the streets. Live bands will be playing late into the nights as shops, galleries and restaurants welcome visitors into their doors. Arrive dressed in your best black and white and snap a photo at one of the many registered selfie spots to win great prizes. Tickets to the After Party at the Palace are available for pre-sale at the Most Irresistible Shop and The Exhibit Gallery. Tickets are $10 presale, $15 at the door.  Haili Street, Hilo.   For information visit www.downtownhilo.com/blackandwhite/.