When I step foot in the “Nā Akua Ākea, the Vast and Numerous Deities” exhibit at Hale Hōʻikeʻike, a powerful rush of mana both ancient and modern envelops me. The 11 kiʻi look back at me while I stare … [Read More...]
Lei Nāhonoapiʻilani: Songs of West Maui: Interview with producer Zachary Lum
A new songbook and CD celebrate and elevate the culture, places, and stories of West Maui We always hear that ancient Hawaiians did not have a written history but I think that’s a bit misleading. … [Read More...]
Aloha Maui Pride: A celebration of diversity and inclusivity
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...]
Hawaiian Music Series Presents Koa at Baldwin Home Museum
Hawaiian Music Series is Presenting Koa at Baldwin Home Museum on Thursday, October 24th. Koa’s members are a selection of talents that collectively create smooth melodies and harmony. Hear incredible … [Read More...]
Open Call for Artists: 10th Annual Maui Open Studios
There’s an Open Call for Artists for the 10th Annual Maui Open Studios event in 2020. Prospective artists are asked to sign up by Friday, November 1st. Artists of all mediums, and in all levels of … [Read More...]
Talk Story with Dr. Fern Duvall II at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center
Attend a Talk Story with Dr. Fern Duvall II at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center on Thursday, October 24th. Dr. Duvall is the Ecosystems Protection and Management program manager for the Department of … [Read More...]
Wai.Kai Week at Maui Ocean Center
Wai.Kai Week is happening at Maui Ocean Center until Saturday, October 26th. By inspiring Hawaiian culture and environmental stewardship, they’ll be celebrating wai (freshwater) and kai (saltwater). … [Read More...]
News of the Weird: Hacker’s delight, and Elvis impersonator’s fetish, and a man grows devil horns (just in time for Halloween!)
PEOPLE WITH ISSUES There’s so much to unpack about Sexy Vegan, a 37-year-old from West Hollywood, California, that we scarcely know where to begin. His real name is Hansel DeBartolo III. After … [Read More...]
Eh Brah! I’m CC’ing the police on this one!
This hot afternoon, I had the bad luck to be following not one but TWO drivers smoking cigarettes (or something else) with young kids strapped in the backseat in the fumes, smell, flying ashes, and NO … [Read More...]
Illustrating a Love for Hawai‘i: Talking story with local artist Noble Richardson before Maui Comic Con
The fourth annual Maui Comic Con is upon us and one of the featured guests is a local hero in the most profound sense. Maui native Noble Richardson has created eye-catching, emotionally stirring … [Read More...]
The New Normal: Active shooter drills come to Maui County public schools
This ain’t the Mainland. At least that’s what the iconic bumper sticker says. Many who live on Maui feel somewhat isolated from the tragic gun violence on the US Continent. But the reality is, with … [Read More...]
Be The Change: Maui County seeks public participation on boards and commissions
Maui County is seeking applicants for 42 vacancies on boards, commissions, councils, and committees. There are a wide variety of opportunities ranging from Board of Ethics to Liquor Control. There … [Read More...]
Sign Language: Don’t worry about the crumbs, Capricorn
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) There are at least seven major cities that are in imminent danger of sinking, including Bangkok, New Orleans, and New York. Rising water levels due to global warming and … [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...]