Neighbor Islands

The indicates admission is $5 or less, or free. Full-price admission is listed; the * denotes discounts (or free) for students, seniors, military, members and/or children. Call the venue for details.

BIG ISLAND

"Paniolo Fridays," Pat Clifford demonstrates lei hulu poe poe (round feather lei), 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today, Parker Ranch Historic Homes; $8.50*. (808) 885-2303.

Shakuhachi Concert, Riley Lee performs solo on Japanese flute, 7 p.m. today, Akiko's Buddhist Bed and Breakfast, Wailea; $15. (808) 963-6422.

ODC/San Francisco, dance company in a 12-day residency in cooperation with Hawai'i Concert Society, performs 7:30 p.m. today and May 24, University of Hawai'i-Hilo Auditorium; $18*. (808) 934-8558.

6th Annual Hawaiian Islands Rhythm & Blues Mele, opening with Eric Sardinas Trio and main act Savoy Brown, blues-rock band featuring Kim Simmonds, 7:30 p.m. today, Palace Theatre, Hilo; $25*. (808) 934-7010. Also 7 p.m. Saturday at Ohana Keauhou Beach Resort; $25*. (808) 322-3441.

"Splash at Hapuna," nightclub venue with local entertainers and dancing, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. daily except Sundays, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel; $5 cover; for ages 21 years and older. (808) 880-3192.

"The Art of Bonsai," workshop led by James Mimaki of Big Island Bonsai Association, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Volcano Art Center; $15 fee. (808) 967-8222.

Observance of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Pu'ukohola National Historic Site, Kawaihae; free (bring your own lunch). (808) 882-7218.

National Historic Preservation Week observed with a discussion by preservation architects Spencer Leineweber and Tom Quinlan, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Lyman Museum, Hilo; free. (808) 935-5021.

Dr. Terry Shintani discusses his new book, "The Good Carbohydrate Revolution" and how to lose weight, control diabetes and lower cholesterol, 11 a.m. at Waldenbooks, Prince Kuhio Shopping Center, Hilo (808) 959-6468 and noon at Borders Books & Music, Waiakea Center (808) 933-1410; free.

Breathing Workshop led by Riley Lee, 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Volcano Art Center; $12 fee. (808) 967-8222.

Reefwatchers Training, 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Thelma Parker Library, Waimea; free. (808) 329-2861.

Keiki and Teen Dancing Groups, performance sponsored by Boundless Yoga Center, 7 p.m. Saturday, Kahilu Theatre, Waimea; $5 and $3. (808) 885-2731.

Bamboo Slack Key Concert, with Riley Lee on the shakuhachi (Japanese flute), 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Kilauea Theater, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park; $11. (808) 967-8222.

"Promises," unrated film about the Palestinian/Israeli conflict as seen through the eyes of children, 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Monday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Palace Theatre, Hilo; $6*. (808) 934-7010.

Kona Children's Chorus and Kona Showcase Singers in concert, 3 p.m. Sunday, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $15*. (808) 322-2323.

Na Pohaku Ha'i Mo'olelo, storytelling rocks, presentation by rancher Dominic Cardea of Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Kilauea Theatre, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park; $1 donation. (808) 985-6014.

"Now is the Month of Maying," spring concert by the Kanilehua Chorale, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Palace Theatre, Hilo; $10* ($8* advance). (808) 934-8430.

MAUI

"Celebration of Canoes," carving of canoes continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily at various locations and in Banyan Tree Park; additional, mostly free, cultural events through May 25. Call for complete schedule: (808) 667-9175, (808) 667-9193.

Ma–ana Garage, Kahului, entertainment: Fortunato, comedy and magic show, 6:30 p.m. Fridays; Neto Peraza & Hot Salsa, Latin dance music, 8:30 p.m. Saturdays; Neto Peraza, dinner music, 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; Anastasia & the Kindness of Strangers, dance music, 8:30 p.m. Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 873-0220.

"Side Shows," series of short plays presented by Seabury Hall Performing Arts students, 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday and 2 and 5 p.m. Sunday, Performance Studio, Seabury Hall, Makawao; $9*. (808) 573-1257.

Kimo's, Lahaina, entertainment: Mario Faure & J.D., classic rock, 10 p.m.-midnight Fridays; Anastasia & Mario, rock 'n' roll, 10 p.m.-midnight Saturdays; Sam Ahia, Hawaiian, 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; Kilohana, Hawaiian music, 10 p.m.-midnight Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 661-4811.

"Child Safety Day & Bike Safety Rodeo," prizes, child safety seat inspection and instruction in helmet use and bike safety, sponsored by State Farm Insurance and Safe Community Maui, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Kihei Community Center, 303 E. Lipoa Street; free. (808) 268-0992.

Keiki Hula, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Lahaina Cannery Mall; free. (808) 661-5304.

"2002 Spring Dance Extravaganza!" presented by Maui Academy of Performing Arts, excerpts of the ballet, Sylvia, 3:30 p.m. Saturday and a jazz and tap revue, 7 p.m. Saturday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $10* for both shows, $7 for one. (808) 242-7469.

Keoni & Co., Hawaiian music and hula, 5-7 p.m. Saturdays, Lower Courtyard, The Shops at Wailea; free. (808) 891-6770.

Neto Peraza, guitar, 6-9 p.m. Sundays and Thursdays, Honolulu Coffee Company CafŽ, Wailea; free. (808) 891-6770.

Debra Lynn and Jerry Eiting Sing Opera Favorites, 6-9 p.m. each Monday through June 10, Va Bene Italian Beachside Grill, Maui Marriott Resort, Ka'anapali; included with dinner. (808) 667-1200.

"Beethoven, Bartok, Bruch ... and Chee Yun!" final concert from the Maui Symphony Orchestra & Festival with guest violinist, Chee Yun, 7:30 p.m. Monday, with "Conversations with Maestro Chafetz" at 6:30 p.m., Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $45, $40 and $25*. (808) 242-7469.

Willie K, traditional Hawaiian songs and katchi-katchi music, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Mondays, Hapa's, Kihei; $7 cover charge. (808) 879-9001.

'?ao Intermediate School Band Aloha Concert, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; free. (808) 242-7469.

Polynesian Dancing, 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Lahaina Cannery Mall; free. (808) 661-5304.

"Crush," R-rated film on love and friendships, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of the Maui Film Festival; $10*. (808) 242-7469.

"'Ulalena," a theatrical production, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, Maui Myth & Magic Theatre, Lahaina; $45* ($32.50* kama'aina). (808) 661-9913.

Merv Oana and Duane Feig of Kilohana, contemporary Hawaiian, reggae and R&B, 8:30-11 p.m. Wednesdays, Nalu Sunset Bar and Sushi; no cover charge. (808) 667-1200.

KAUA'I

Happy Talk Lounge entertainment: Daryl Gonzales and Norman Solomon, 4:30-6:30 p.m., and Kirby Keough, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays; Michelle Edwards and Kenny Emerson, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturdays; "Sunday Jazz Jam," 3-7 p.m. Sundays, Hanalei Bay Resort; free. (808) 826-6522.

Cindy Combs, slack key guitar, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays, Hanapepe Cafe, Hanapepe; free entertainment with dinner. (808) 335-5011.

Donna Malia, 'ukulele and Hawaiian songs, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Thursdays, Chuck's Steak House, Princeville; free entertainment with dinner. (808) 826-6211.

Keoki's Cafe, Poipu entertainment: Papa'a Bay Boys, 8-10 p.m. Fridays; and The Shakers and Reggae night, 8:30-10:30 p.m. Saturdays; no cover charge. (808) 742-7534.