The Merrie Monarch fest may be over, but hula continues at Volcano Art Center, where Halau Hula O Kahikilaulani, under the direction of kumu hula Rae Fonseca, will perform 10:30 a.m. May 9 in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. The halau's traditional hula and chant takes place rain or shine. (Bring ground mat, sunscreen and rain gear.)

Hawaiian cultural demonstrations also are planned from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VAC Gallery with lei-making, kapa (bark cloth) making and 'ohe kapala (bamboo design stamps).

The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. Events are free; park entrance fees may apply. 808-967-8222, www.volcanoartcenter.org.

IN THE AIR

HAWAIIAN OFFERS $10 PREMIUM MEAL OPTION

Hawaiian Airlines has added a premium meal option for coach class passengers on all transpacific flights as part of its 'Ono Bistro meal service.

Currently, Hawaiian's complimentary 'Ono Bistro meal includes a preservative-free entree, dessert and soft drink. For $10, passengers can opt for the premium meal: a choice of healthy entrees, dessert and bottled water.

Choices include: sushi bento box with California rolls, edamame and teriyaki chicken; taco salad with chicken breast, tomatoes, onions and tortilla chips; chicken caesar salad with chicken breast, romaine lettuce and parmesan cheese; satay chicken on vermicelli noodles with snow peas, cabbage and carrots. A tapas-style menu by chef Beverly Gannon will continue to be served to first-class passengers.

And the containers get digested, too ... sort of. 'Ono Bistro meals are served in containers made from 100 percent biodegradable materials, including the cutlery and water bottle.

KAKA'AKO

COLORFUL MALIAN RUNNERS AT MUSEUM

The women of Mali, that butterfly-shaped country in West Africa, have produced traditional hand-dyed mud cloth for centuries. Today, Malian artists use mud-dyed cloth designs and techniques in their paintings while clothing designers create contemporary fashions. The rich graphics of Malian mud cloth known as bogolanfini are a symbol of African culture and heritage tied to Mali's cultural revival. The Honolulu Academy Shop has a selection of runners in an array of colors. $42.50. www.honoluluacademy.org.