SPECIAL EVENTS

MAUI ORCHID SOCIETY SHOWS
Date: April 8th - 10th, 2010 - Place: Maui Mall
Date: May 6th - 8th, 2010 - Place: Maui Mall
Date: October 1st - 4th, 2010 - Place: Maui County Fair Show Fairgrounds
Contact: Victoria Cheromcka - President, mauivictoria@gmail.com

NAPUA GALLERY ~ "FLIGHT"
Date: October 16th, 10:30 am - 9:30 pm, 2010
Place: Grand Wailea, Maui
Contact: Christina Yumul, 808-874-2345, christina.yumul@grandwailea.com
Maui High School students have been invited to submit works of art to NaPua Gallery based on the theme "flight." Sat., Oct. 16 - Artist's Reception 6:30-9:30pm. Vote for favs. Sun., Oct. 17 - Public Reception 10:30am - Noon. Prizes to winners. Refreshments served. alternativehawaii.com. Meet the artists.

LAHAINA ROYAL HO'IKE - FROM KEIKI TO KA'IULANI AND THE CROWN
Date: October 16th, 12 pm - 8 pm, 2010
Place: Historical and Sacred Grounds of Waiola Church, Lahaina, Maui
Contact: Paulo Faleafine, (808) 250-9196, lahainaroyalhoike@hotmail.com
Celebrate Crown Princess Ka'iulani's 135th Birthday in this year of the Hawaiian Kingdom Bicentennial, 1810 - 2010. Experience Lahaina's Royal Past and the rich and vibrant culture of Hawai'i by joining us at the House of Keopuolani, the wife and mother of Kings, as we honor those who came before. The keiki, our future, pays tribute to our past during "Children & Youth Month" in Hawaii. alternativehawaii.com. Royal Ho'ike will be exciting and fun for the entire family with The Royal Hawaiian Guard on parade, hula presentations, cultural demonstrations, information on Hawaii's alii, history of Waiola Church and Moku'ula, tours of the sacred grounds, cultural and craft vendors, family activities, ethnic foods, musical performers, special guest appearances, silent auction and more. The Ka'iulani Project Presentation and Luau will celebrate Hawaii's Crown Princess Ka'iulani's 135th birthday as heir to the throne in a traditional evening torchlit setting.

MAUI ‘UKULELE FESTIVAL
Date: October 17th, 1 pm - 6 pm, 2010
Place: Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Maui
Contact: MACC Box Office, (808) 242-SHOW (7469), macc@mauiarts.org
Enjoy a kick-back afternoon of island music with highly-acclaimed musicians and hula dancers on stage, celebrating Hawai‘i’s beloved instrument, the ‘ukulele. Gates open at 12:30 pm; blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged. Renowned ‘ukulele advocate and teacher Roy Sakuma will serve as M.C. Popular ‘ukulele performers include Herb Ohta-san, Uncle Richard Ho‘opi‘i, Kamakakehau Fernandez and Kelly Boy DeLima. Door prizes will be given away; island food and crafts will be available for purchase. Admission is free.

CHICKEN SKIN STORIES
Date: October 23rd - 24th, 7:30 pm, 2010
Place: Steppingstone Playhouse, Maui
Contact: Carolyn Wright, 808-244-8760, carolyn@mauiacademy.org
Join Kathy Collins and her alter ego Tita for this spine-tingling evening of ghost stories from Hawaii and Japan. Not for the faint of heart or under 10 years old. alternativehawaii.com. Showtimes are 7:30 pm on Saturday and 5:00 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $15. Call 244-8760 or visit the customer service kiosk at Queen Ka'ahumanu Center.

MALAMA WAO AKUA 2010: CONSERVATION AT WORK
Date: September 23rd - October 26th, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., 2010
Place: Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao, Maui
Contact: Allison Wiest, 808-573-6999, pr@eastmauiwatershed.org
Malama Wao Akua, Maui's only native species art exhibition, brings to light the conservation work being done to protect our native Hawaiian ecosystems. Experience the beauty and fragility of Maui Nui's native Hawaiian rainforests and learn about the flora and fauna that are unique to our islands. alternativehawaii.com. The exhibition will be on view at Viewpoints Gallery September 23rd - October 26th with the opening reception on September 25th at 5:00 pm.

34TH ANNUAL LAHAINA JACKPOT FISHING TOOURNAMENT
Date: October 29th - 30th, 2010
Place: Lahaina Maui harbor, Maui
Contact: Robin Ritchie (Lahaina Jackpot Volunteer Committee member - promotion), robininlahaina@msn.com
2 day tournament. Organized and operated by the Lahaina Yacht Club. alternativehawaii.com. Hawaii's oldest prize monied event and great to participate or watch.

HARVEST GYMKHANA COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER
Date: October 30th, 2010
Place: 444 Makawao Ave, Makawao, Maui
Contact: Robin, (808) 572-9129, HBCRiding@gmail.com
We are kicking off the celebration of 20 years helping our community with our therapeutic programs! Come join the fun. Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Costume Contest, Games, Food, Crafts, Farmer's Market and more! Located at the Haku Baldwin Center (located below Makawao Veterinary Clinic).

HALLOWEEN CANNERY FAMILY FUN DAY
Date: October 31st, 2010
Place: Lahaina Cannery Mall, Maui
Contact: Todd Vines, 808.661.5304, info@lahainacannerymall.com
Lahaina Cannery Mall's annual family celebration of all things Halloween just got larger. On October 31st, the mall will host "Halloween Cannery Family Fun Day" starting at 3 p.m. with such family treats as an outdoor concert, feats of prestidigitation, and ample opportunity for trick-or-treating. Visit LahainaCanneryMall.com for full event details, call 808.661.5304 or contact @LahainaCannery on Twitter.

ONGOING EVENTS

MAUI CULTURAL LANDS, INC. - MALAMA HONOKOWAI
Date: January 1st 2010 through December 31st 2015, 9 am - 4 pm
Place: Pu'ukoli'i Train Station, Lahaina, Maui
Contact: Puanani Lindsey, (808) 572-8085, ekolumcl@hawaii.rr.com
In Honokowai Valley, restoration of an ancient farming archeological site has been ongoing, and, on Saturdays, dedicated volunteers venture deep into the realms of Honokowai for five hours of restorative work. alternativehawaii.com. Efforts include preserving cultural resources, stabilizing archeological sites and reforest the area using native Hawaiian plants. Volunteers meet at Puukoli'i Train Station in Lahaina, every Saturday, at 9 a.m. The day usually ends at 4 p.m. Bring lunch, water, sunscreen and insect repellent; wear a hat, protective clothing, and bring gloves if available; Be prepared to get dirty and enjoy the camaraderie. alternativehawaii.com. Groups and families are welcome. MCL is asking for your help to care for our land, our heritage, and our future.

HUI NOEAU VISUAL ARTS CENTER
Place: 2841 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao (Upcountry)
A unique paradise for the arts awaits you at the Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center. They have art education programs for adults and children, art exhibits, and a gift shop, on an historic upcountry estate with magnificent grounds. Their mission is to encourage and promote the development of artistic expression and creativity in the individual and to stimulate a broader appreciation and understanding of the visual arts as a vital language in our culture. Call: (808) 572-6560 or visit their site.

BAILEY HOUSE MUSEUM
Place: 2375-A Main St., Wailuku (Iao Valley)
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Closed Sundays.
Offers short courses and lectures in Hawaiian history and culture throughout the year as well as other events. Excellent Hawaiian arts and crafts can be found in the Museum Gift Shop. Classes and lectures open to visitors. Call: (808) 244-3326 or visit their site.

STOP BY THE LAHAINA VISITOR CENTER
Date: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily
Place: Historic Old Lahaina Courthouse at Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina
Staffed by community volunteers and managed by LahainaTown Action Committee, the Visitor Center's purpose is to provide free, friendly and unbiased information to visitors and others seeking cultural, historical or current knowledge about Lahaina and old LahainaTown. Call: (808) 667-9193.

HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK
Date: Daily
Ongoing Ranger / Naturalist programs include guided walks, hikes, as well as programs on geology and natural and cultural history and 15 to 20 minute presentations. In the Summit area, special evening star watching programs are conducted periodically. Occasionally special all day and half day hikes, three day service trips, or full moon hikes are offered. Call: (808) 572-4459 between 9am and 3pm for current schedule.

ASTRONOMY TOUR OF THE STARS
Date: Nightly
Time: 8, 9 or 10 p.m. plus Fri. & Sat. at 11 p.m.
Place: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Kaanapali (West Maui)
A brilliant tour of the stars is given nightly on the roof for one hour. Astronomy-quality telescopes are set up for viewing pleasure by the star guide. Call: (808) 661-1234.

SUNSET CLIFF-DIVING
Date: Every evening
Place: Sheraton Maui, Kaanapali (West Maui)
The Sheraton Maui rests atop the famed black rock, Puu Kekaa, site of many Hawaiian legends. A torchlighting and cliff diving ceremony is enacted each evening right before sunset. The public can watch a young man in ancient Hawaiian garb light torches as he runs to the rock's summit. Perched at the top, he dives off the cliff into the calm waters surrounding the landmark. Call: (808) 661-0031.

WHALERS VILLAGE ENTERTAINMENT
Place: Kaanapali Resort (West Maui)
Enjoy free entertainment and activities at Whalers Village Center Stage. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, watch Polynesian dances from 6:30 to 7 pm then Tahitian dances from 7:30 to 8 pm. Take a lei-making class on Tuesdays and Fridays from noon to 2 pm or take a hula lesson from 3 to 4 pm on Thursdays. Sundays feature Sunset Jazz from 6 to 9 pm. Whalers Village is open from 9:30 am to 10:00 pm daily. Call: (808) 661-4567.

45 TON TALKS
Date: December-April every Tues.& Thurs.; May-November only on Tues.
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale NMS, 726 South Kihei Road, Kihei
This free one hour "talk story" will highlight everything you want to know about humpback whales. Join Sanctuary volunteers and staff for an interactive fun-filled presentation perfect for all ages. Call: (808) 879-2818.

FRIDAY NIGHT IS ART NIGHT
Date: Every Friday Evening, Year-round
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Place: Lahaina Town (West Maui)
Stroll through dozens of art galleries in Lahaina Town for special gallery shows, featured artists-in-action, and refreshments, all free and open to the public! Lahaina has earned its nick-name of "The Art Capital of the Pacific," due to more art galleries per capita than any other American town. Call: Lahaina Event Hotline 1-888-310-1117 (toll-free) or (808) 667-9194.

HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY GUITAR CONCERT SERIES
Date: Every Wednesday Evening
Place: The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua (West Maui)
Experience Hawaii’s unique cultural legacy with the most notable Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Artists. Call: 1-888-669-3858 (toll free) or visit their site.

HE UI CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL
Date: Varied Weekend Schedule
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday)
Place: Lahaina (under the Banyan Tree)
A gathering of Hawaiian artists and crafters display, sell, and demonstrate cultural arts and crafts; live Hawaiian music is featured; and community members give talks on their culture. Free. Call: Hotline 1-888-310-1117 (toll-free) or (808) 667-9194.

HULA - ARTS AND CRAFTS
Place: Lahaina Cannery Mall, Lahaina
Keiki (children) hula every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
Polynesian dancers every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Call: (808) 661-5304.

PACIFIC WHALE FOUNDATION EVENTS
Maui's oldest and largest marine conservation organization, the Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving whales, dolphins, coral reefs and our planet's oceans. For PWF's ongoing and special events, please visit their Calendar of Events.

THE MAUI PANIOLO DANCE ASSOCIATION
Date: Weekly
Place: Tavares (Pukalani) Community Center (Upcountry Maui)
The Maui Paniolo Dance Association is dedicated to country dancing on Maui. They meet once a week, offering free lesson(s) at the beginning hour. Open dance is from 8-10 PM. $3 donation requested. Clean, family, atmosphere. No partner required. For more information, please call (808) 572-0494 or visit their site.

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