Saturday, January 20:
Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton.  After four decades of singing background for icons like the Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, Chaka Khan, and Nine Inch Nails, Lisa Fischer has stepped into her own spotlight, accompanied by her inventive musicians of Grand Baton. The band’s organic fusion of African, Middle Eastern, and Caribbean rhythms, psychedelic soul, and progressive rock awakens and ignites Lisa’s flexibility and freedom of expression.  CLICK HERE to see a special performance by Lisa at a Twenty Feet From Stardom screening.  CLICK HERE to see Lisa’s dynamic performance of “How Can I Ease the Pain” at New York’s BAM R&B Festival.  This show will have a dance floor.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Saturday, January 20:
Hula Kahiko Performance. Hula halau from across Hawai`i and beyond perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Gallery in Ka`auea. 10:30 a.m.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mat. Event is free, park fees apply. Date is subject to change; to confirm dates, call (808) 987-7288. Held in conjunction with the Hula Kahiko performances, enjoy a display of “Na Mea Hula” (all things hula). Visitors share in a variety of instruments, implements and lei styles that play an integral role in the life of the hula practitioner. This memorable demonstration is hands-on and family friendly.  Lanai of the Volcano Art Gallery. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  For more information call (808) 967-8222 or visit http://volcanoartcenter.org/.

Saturday & Sunday, January 20 & 21: 
The Pacific Island Arts Festival.  Meet approximately 75-100 fine artists and handcraft artisans who create and display their own work for sale. Artwork includes many types of jewelry, fabric art, woodworkers, ceramic artists, soaps and lotions, photography, and fine art to include watercolors and acrylics, in both originals and matted prints. Enjoy casual entertainment, as well as hula, and a Lion Dance on Sunday to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Kapiolani Park, 2801 Monsarrat Ave., Honolulu, at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki. For information call (808) 696-6717 or visit http://icb-web.net/haa/.