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 and advance purchases. Call the venue for details.

BIG ISLAND

"E Hula Mai Kaua," 2nd annual couples hula competition in categories from keiki to kupuna, 5-9 p.m. today, Keauhou Shopping Center; free. (808) 322-3000.

"The Future of Food," documentary on the genetically modified food industry, 6:30 p.m. today-Sunday, Aloha Theater, Kainaliu; $6*. (808) 322-2122.

"Hawaiian Myths and Legends," performance by the IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. today-Saturday, UH-Hilo Theatre; $25*, $22* and $20*. (808) 974-7310.

Na Leo Pilimehana, in concert, 8 p.m. today, Kahilu Theatre, Waimea; $40, $35 and $30. (808) 885-6868.

Waimea Intertribal Pow Wow, cultural activities, dancing and drumming, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Waimea Ball Park; free.

Honoka'a Scholarship Stampede Rodeo, bull riding, calf roping, bareback riding and other traditional rodeo events, 1 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Honoka'a Arena; $5 advance, $7 at the gate. (808) 775-9067.

Hilo Ho'olaule'a, Aloha Festivals block party with entertainment, dancing, local foods, arts and crafts, 4-11 p.m. Saturday, Front Street, Hilo; free, purchase of $5 Aloha Festivals ribbon encouraged. (808) 885-7786.

5th annual Queen Lili'uokalani Festival, music, food, and dance, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Lili'uokalani Park, Hilo; free with Aloha Festivals ribbon. (808) 966-5416.

Aloha Festivals Poke Contest, more than 1,000 entries using a variety of seasonings compete for prizes with samplings after the judging, 11 a.m. Sunday, Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel, Kohala Coast; $5 with a festival ribbon or $10 includes the ribbon. (808) 885-7786.

Coin Show, the Big Island Coin Club hosts dealers from Maui and O'ahu, with displays, appraisals, and door prizes, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nani Mau Gardens; free admission. (808) 969-1881.

Movies Under the Stars, adventure films 7 p.m. each Tuesday, Kings' Keaka at the Waikoloa Kings' Shops; Kohala Coast; $5, bring blankets and lawn chairs. (808) 886-8811.

"The Healing Generator," Joseph Sugarman shares how to reduce disease by reducing stress, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aloha Theater, Kainaliu; free. (808) 322-2122.

Mariza, fado performance by Portugal singer, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Kahilu Theatre, Waimea; $35, $30 and $25. (808) 885-6868.

MAUI

"Folks You Meet in Longs," comedy by The Honolulu Advertiser columnist Lee Cataluna, presented by Kumu Kahua Theatre, 7:30 p.m. today-Saturday, McCoy Studio Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $18*. (808) 242-7469.

9th annual Maui Youth 'Ukulele Players Contest, 10 a.m. Saturday, Hula Grill, Whalers Village, Ka'anapali; free. (808) 667-6636.

Keiki Hula, rotating performances by local halau, 1 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays, Lahaina Cannery; free. (808) 661-5304.

MauiFEST Hawai'i, food booths, entertainment and films, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Hotel Hana Maui; $15*. (808) 248-8211.

3rd annual Richard Ho'opi'i Leo Ki'e Ki'e Falsetto Contest, male singers compete for awards, with performance by Na Palapalai, 7 p.m. Saturday, Wailea Marriott Resort, Aulani ballroom; $20*. (808) 878-1888.

Mariza, fado performance by Portugal singer, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; $28*, $18* and $10*. (808) 242-7469.

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.

Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Concert, hosted by George Kahumoku Jr. with guest Makana, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, indoor amphitheater; repeats each Tuesday with different guest artists; $35 general, $25 kama'aina. (808) 669-3858.

" 'Ulalena," a theatrical production, 6 p.m. Wednesdays-Mondays, Maui Myth & Magic Theatre, Lahaina; Producer's Package with VIP seating and backstage tour: $75*; premium seating: $58*; general admission: $48*. Reservations required: (808) 661-9913, (877) 688-4800.

"Festival Express," R-rated music documentary features performances by Janis Joplin, The Grateful Dead, The Band on a 1970 Canadian road trip, 5 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Theater, Maui Arts & Cultural Center; part of Maui Film Festival; $10*. (808) 242-7469, (808) 572-3456.

WOW (Wailea on Wednesdays), art and refreshments, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, The Shops at Wailea; free. (808) 891-6770.

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

82nd annual Maui County Fair opens with a parade at 4:15 p.m. Thursday; fair features entertainment, exhibits, food booths, carnival rides, crafts, 4:30-11 p.m. Thursday,

War Memorial Gym Complex, Wailuku; continues 4:30 p.m.-midnight Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-midnight Oct. 2 and 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Oct. 3; $3.50 general, $1.50 children 5-11, free for children 4 and younger. (808) 242-2721.

KAUA'I

Duke's Canoe Club Kauai entertainment: Berto & Company, 4-6 p.m. Fridays, and Aloha Breeze, 9-11 p.m. Fridays, Kauai Marriott Resort; no cover charge. (808) 246-9599.

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

Mokihana Festival Group 'Auwana Hula Competition, celebration of hula with an appearance by the Aloha Festivals Royal Court, 6 p.m. today, Kaua'i War Memorial Convention Hall; $10 with Festivals ribbon. (808) 822-2166.