Neighbor Islands

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

BIG ISLAND

"A Cultural Journey of Mauna Kea," a PowerPoint presentation on the past and present uses of Mauna O Wakea (Mauna Kea), bridging the gap between the ancient science of navigation and wayfinding and modern-day astronomy. Presenter: Kahalelaukoa Ka'ahanui Ell, cultural interpretive guide for the Onizuka Center for International Astronomy, Visitor Information Station, 6 p.m. Saturday, at the station, Mauna Kea; free. 961-2180.

"Can Communities Help Protect Hawai'i's Marine Resources?" part of the ongoing "After Dark in the Park" discussion series, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Kilauea Visitor Center, Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. $1 donation. (808) 985-6014.

"Movies Under the Stars," adventure films 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Kings' Keaka at the Waikoloa Kings' Shops; Kohala Coast; $5*, bring blankets and lawn chairs. (808) 886-8811.

"The Music Man," classic American musical about small-town U.S.A., presented by the Aloha Performing Arts Co., 7:30 p.m. Thursday; repeats 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 7, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $15*, limited amount of $25 seats. (808) 322-9924.

"Fahrenheit 9/11," controversial documentary examining the Bush administration's financial ties to Saudi Arabia and the bin Laden family, 6:30 p.m. today and tomorrow, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona. Free. (808) 822-2323.

MAUI

Bangarra Dance Theatre, blending Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural traditions with contemporary dance, 7:30 p.m. today, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $25*, $18* and $10*. (808) 242-7469.

Fifth Annual Mohala Mai ("To Blossom Forth"), showcasing Halau Na Lei Kaumaka O Uka, under the direction of na kumu hula Napua Grieg and Kahulu Maluo-Huber, 7 p.m. (pre-show activities, 5 p.m., including silent auction), tomorrow, Aloha Theatre, Kainaliu, Kona; $30. (808) 322-9924.

"Kupanaha: Maui Magic for All Ages," dinner show with magic performed by Jody and Kathleen Baran and daughters, from 4:30 p.m. daily, except Sundays and Mondays, Kanahele Room Theater, Ka'anapali Beach Hotel; premium seating $79, general seating $69* and kama'aina rate $29. Reservations required: (808) 667-0128.

Lehua Lounge, Kapalua Bay Hotel, Hawaiian entertainment: Cody Pueo Pata, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays, Mondays and Wednesdays; no cover charge. (808) 665-4552.

Kimo's, Lahaina, Hawaiian entertainment: Sam Ahia, 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays; no cover charge. (808) 661-4811.

Hula Grill, Ka'anapali, Hawaiian entertainment: Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., joined by Kawika Lum, 6-9 p.m. today; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Da 'Ukulele Boyz, 6-9 p.m. Saturdays; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Ryan Tanaka and Friends, 6-9 p.m. Sundays; Kawika Lum, 3-5 p.m., and Albert & Billy, 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Jarret Roback, 3-5 p.m., and Albert & Billy, 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays; and Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., and Roy & Brian, 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays; Ernest Pua'a, 3-5 p.m., and Bradah Brian & Roy, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays; no cover charge. (808) 667-6636.

Polynesian dancing, rotating performances by local halau, 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Lahaina Cannery; free. (808) 661-5304.

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

Weekly "Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Concert," show hosted by George Kahumoku Jr., with guest artist Dennis Kamakahi, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua indoor amphitheater; repeats each Tuesday with different guest artists; $35 general, $25 kama'aina. (808) 669-3858.

"Intimate Strangers," starring Sandrine Bonnaire, an adult fable love story in the guise of a suspense thriller, in which a Parisian woman opens the wrong door and steps into a psychological mystery, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of the Maui Film Festival; $10*. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456.

KAUA'I

11th Annual Hawaiiana Festival, sponsored by the Hyatt Regency Kauai, Kaua'i County and state Tourism Authority today and tomorrow at the hotel. Today, free Island comedy of Da Bruddahs, (8 and 11:30 a.m., and 4:30 p.m.); Native Hawaiian Master Basketweavers Conference (9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kaua'i Ballroom); and Aloha Week Court processional and ho'okupu (gift presentations), and hotel employee ethnic parade, 10 a.m., hotel lobby; and Hawaiian buffet lunch or dinner ($3 off with Aloha Festivals ribbon). Tomorrow: basketweavers conference continues (9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kaua'i Ballroom); ongoing crafters' demonstrations and live music (9 a.m.-3 p.m., Seaview Terrace); la'au lapa'au (Hawaiian medicinal herbs) presentation with Mahilani Poepoe (10 a.m., Seaview Terrace); and "talk story" on Hawaiian tattoos and pohaku (rock) carving (2 p.m., Stevenson's Library). Free, except for meals.

Cecilio & Kapono concert, in conjunction with Hyatt Regency Kauai 11th Annual Hawaiian Festival (see above), 6 p.m. (doors open 5 p.m.) tomorrow at the hotel, along with Ho'onu'a, Easy Living, Aloha Breeze, Nick Castillo and Anthony Natividad. $25 advance; $30 at the door; $40, reserved seating. Information: Stella Burgess, (808) 240-6369.