Saturday, February 2: 
Judy’s Gang in SOS – Salute Our Soldiers.  SOS! Judy’s Gang will honor the brave soldiers and veterans who have given so much to our country in Salute Our Soldiers. Judy’s tap and jazz dancers, from ages 3 to seasoned citizens, will be saluting these great Americans with song and dance numbers from the “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boys” days through the “Danger Zone” of today’s conflicts with a special salute to Vietnam veterans. This year will also feature a special number with Jimmy C on drums and Al Scheck on guitar while the girls are tapping … don’t miss the fun!  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 7 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, February 2: 
20th Annual Hula Hoike and Luau.  Leilani Rivera Low and Halau Hula o Leilani presents students age 4 and up from Kapa`a, Koloa and Reno, Nevada, in an exciting, colorful show of hula, Tahitian, and Maori dances and music. Featured guests are the Makaha Sons. Plus Mama`Ane Kanahele and ohana from Ni`ihau, Valetta Jeremiah, Maori expert and teacher, Michael Keale, Uncle Larry Rivera and Kapala. Kaua`i Memorial Convention Hall, Lihue.  Lobby opens at 5 p.m. with Hawaiian crafts and products and luau meal (additional cost). Show starts at 7 p.m. in auditorium. For tickets and information call Darryl Low, (808) 651-0864 or email darryl.leilani@hawaiiantel.net.

Every Saturday: 
Maui Swap Meet.  Maui’s largest flea market is a great place to shop for unique, home-made, handcrafted, quality products at reasonable prices.  University of Hawai`i – Maui College, 310 Ka`ahumanu Ave, Kahului.  7 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Cost is 50 cents; free after 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, February 2: 
The Wizard of Oz.  What more needs to be said about the greatest family musical of all time, in a production based on the Royal Shakespeare Company’s celebration of the 1939 MGM movie, featuring all the classic songs. Travel down the yellow brick road for an unforgettable theatrical experience! Aloha Theater, 79-7384 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kealakekua.  7 p.m.  For tickets and information (808) 322-9924 or visit www.apachawaii.org.

Saturday, February 2: 
Waimea Quilt Festival.  Quilting is one of Hawai`i’s indigenous arts that is known world-wide. This year’s event is Hawaiian quilts only and you can view beautiful quilts, learn from skilled quilters and purchase quilts. Sponsored by Ka Hui Kapa Apana O Waimea, this special show is a part of the annual Cherry Blossom Festival.  Thelma Parker Gymnasium, 67-1225 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela.  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  For information call (808) 775-0765.

Saturday Evenings: 
Kapa`a Slack Key Saturdays.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts.  February 2 – Heart of Slack Key; February 9 – Kaua`i’s Slack Key; February 16 – Dreams Come True;  February 23 – Gift of the Ancestors.  Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors).  A portion of the proceeds supports Na Keiki `O ka `Aina. Located in the Children of the Land Cultural Center, Kaua`i Village (Safeway/Longs) Center, Kapa`a.  5 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.com.

Saturday, February 2:
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival. This popular festival held in the community of Waimea celebrates Japanese traditions and culture and includes cherry blossom viewing, music, demonstrations, exhibits, crafts, entertainment, ethnic foods, a farmers’ market and visiting performers and artisans from Japan. Parker Ranch Center, 67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy., Kamuela. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information call (808) 961-8706.

Friday Evenings:
Slack Key Guitar Concerts.  Traditional Hawaiian slack key guitar and `ukulele concerts. February 1 – Hawai`i’s Sunset Music; February 8 – Spirit of Slack Key; February 15 – Hawai`i’s Cowboy Music; February 22 – Slack Key Tour of the Islands.  Free gift drawing.  Tickets: $20 ($15 keiki/seniors).  A portion of the proceeds supports the Hale Halawai Ohana O Hanalei.  Hanalei Family Community Center.  4:00 p.m.  For information and reservations call (808) 826-1469 or visit www.mcmasterslackkey.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. 6:00 -8:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $8 per person/$6 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina/children 12 & under free.  For information visit www.lahainarestoration.org.

Ongoing, Daily:
Free Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program.  Learn the names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling and how to protect Maui’s coral reefs at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wailea’s Ulua Beach. For information call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.