When I first started learning about this year’s Maui Pride Festival, I was a bit confused about the festivities’ who’s who. For many years, the Pride Festival was organized by Maui Pride, but when the … [Read More...]
Trump Rule Change Would Disqualify About 1,767 Maui County Residents From SNAP Benefits, Organization Projects
Hawai‘i attorney general Clare Connors joined a coalition of 24 state attorneys general last week in opposition of a proposed rule change to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, … [Read More...]
Tourism Group Releases Recommendations for County, Mayor Says He Will Act Within 60 Days
There were 273,786 visitor arrivals to Maui during the month of August, an increase of 11.3 percent compared to last year. The data, compiled by the Hawaii Tourism Authority in its monthly visitor … [Read More...]
MauiTime Annual Best Of Maui 2019 Readers Poll – Winners Revealed!
We’re living in troubling and revolutionary times. Between images of environmental degradation, children held in cages, and kupuna arrested on Mauna Kea, it feels trivial to produce an 88-page paper … [Read More...]
Zombieland: Double Tap comes out Tomorrow! MauiTime’s Maui Movie Theaters & Showtimes | October 17th-October 23rd, 2019
NEW MOVIES ZOMBIELAND DOUBLE TAP - R - Action/Comedy - Woody Harrelson and his motley crew of zombie apocalypse survivors go out on the American road again and kick ass in this zombie satire. … [Read More...]
Underrepresented: Filipinos make up 21.5 percent of UHMC student body, only 4.7 percent of instructional staff
When I was covering a political movement for MauiTime some years ago, an activist lamented to me that Filipinos were too “docile” to be a part of their movement. History aside (Filipino hero Lapu Lapu … [Read More...]
As The Administration Plays Trump Card, County Council To Consider Hiring Special Counsel
The terms “constitutional crisis” and “special counsel” have become a part of America’s vocabulary during the Trump Era, and now these words have even made their way into local politics. On Friday, … [Read More...]
‘Gemini Man’ New Movie Review: Will Smith and cutting edge CGI can’t save this script
In the mid-’90s there were two high concept screenplays that were much discussed and in demand to be made within the Hollywood studio system. One was called “The Ticking Man,” set in the near future, … [Read More...]
Drop-In Jewelry Basics: Bangles & Rings at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center
Check out the ‘Drop-In Jewelry Basics: Bangles & Rings’ workshop at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center on Monday, October 21st. Julie Matheis will teach students the steps to create their own wearable … [Read More...]
Lineage’s 1-Year Anniversary Baby Lu’au
Lineage's 1-Year Anniversary Baby Lu'au is happening on Sunday, October 20th. Celebrate one of Maui’s newest restaurants with games, face painting, door prizes, and a delicious menu prepared by chef … [Read More...]
Kris Kristofferson & The Strangers Concert at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
The Kris Kristofferson & The Strangers Concert will be at Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Saturday, October 19th. It’s a benefit for Na Keiki O Emalia and the MACC. Here’s a rare opportunity to … [Read More...]
Keiki ‘Ukulele Contest at Hula Grill in Ka’anapali
There’s a Keiki ‘Ukulele Contest at Hula Grill in Ka’anapali on Saturday, October 19th. For their 23rd annual event, the community can see a variety of performances by Maui’s youth – kindergarten … [Read More...]
MauiTime’s Maui Calendar of Events | October 17th-October 23rd, 2019
BIG SHOWS ‘90S NIGHT W/ DJ JORALIEN - Fri. Oct 18. A totally tubular ‘90s party. It's so, so fresh with DJ Joralien. 21+. $10. Doors: 9:30pm. 10pm. Charley’s Restaurant and Saloon, (142 Hana Hwy., … [Read More...]
Aloha Love Connection at Fairmont Kea Lani Resort
Aloha Love Connection will happen at Fairmont Kea Lani Resort on Saturday, October 19th. It’s a love and dating relationship event for singles that are 40 years and older. The event is the first of … [Read More...]
Maui Liliko‘i Festival at Napili Farmers Market
The Maui Liliko‘i Festival will be at Napili Farmers Market on Saturday, October 19th. For their second annual event, the community can enjoy a huge array of liliko‘i-based foods and products. Vendors … [Read More...]
Evil Dead The Musical at ProArts Playhouse in Kihei
Watch ‘Evil Dead The Musical’ at ProArts Playhouse in Kihei from Friday, October 18th until Sunday, November 3rd. The play takes elements of three cult classic films: The Evil Dead, Evil Dead 2, and … [Read More...]
Starry Night Cinema Features ‘Aladdin’ at Maui Arts and Cultural Center
Starry Night Cinema is featuring "Aladdin" at Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Friday, October 18th. Here’s an amazing family event in Kahului! Guests can watch the thrilling story come alive on a big … [Read More...]
Swing & Soul Dance Party at Gig’s Place in Kihei
Check out the Swing & Soul Dance Party at Gig’s Place in Kihei on Friday, October 18th. Hear Maui’s "Swing Queen" Louise Lambert perform alongside Ron Metoyer and members of the Island Soul Band … [Read More...]
Roy’s Annual Golf Classic at Ka’anapali Golf Course
Roy’s Annual Golf Classic will be at Ka’anapali Golf Course on Friday, October 18th. As part of the 2019 Hawaii Food and Wine Festival’s annual celebration, community members and visitors are invited … [Read More...]
Annual Ka Lima O Maui Job Fair at Filipino Community Center
The Annual Ka Lima O Maui Job Fair will be at the Filipino Community Center in Kahului on Friday, October 18th. For their eighth annual event, adults and their families are invited to peruse a job … [Read More...]
Interpret Dream Circles at The Sacred Garden of Maliko
Learn how to Interpret Dream Circles at The Sacred Garden of Maliko on Thursday, October 17th. The class will learn how to interpret their dreams using an an active dreaming four-step technique. Share … [Read More...]
Domaine Carneros Wine Dinner at Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante
There’s a Domaine Carneros Wine Dinner at Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante on Thursday, October 17th. The evening will begin with a reception and continue with a four-course tasting menu. Enjoy a delicious … [Read More...]
5% Day Fundraiser at Whole Foods Market
There’s a 5% Day Fundraiser at Whole Foods Market in Kahului on Thursday, October 17th. A percentage of all net sales will be directed to Hawaii Appleseed Center to help end childhood hunger in … [Read More...]
News of the Weird: Driving a buggy under the influence, an illegal burial, and a secret divorce
HOW TO DEFEND AGAINST CAMEL ATTACKS It started out innocently enough. A road-tripping couple stopped in Grosse Tete, Louisiana, on Sept. 18 to let their deaf pup relieve himself. As they stretched … [Read More...]