THURSDAY, DEC. 22
‘TWIZ A FEW NIGHTS BEFORE CHRISTMAS – If you’re pau with (or need a break from) your shopping n’ wrapping and just wanna let loose on the dance floor, let DJ Twizzy be your holiday helper. No cover. 10pm-close. Oceans Bar & Grill (1819 S. Kihei Rd.); 891-2414
ISRAELI FOLK DANCING GROUP OF MAUI’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHANUKAH PARTY – At this festive happening, enjoy an elaborate (and health-conscious) potluck, Jewish music played live on the piano, a Chanukah candle lighting ceremony and blessing, plus lively Israeli folk dancing. Hooked on the groove? Learn more by joining your hosts for free Israeli folk dancing classes every Thu. (6-8pm) and Sun. (4-6pm). Free. 6-8:30pm. Grace Church (55 Makaena Pl., Pukalani); 280-1051
FRIDAY, DEC. 23
FESTIVUS FOR THE REST OF US WITH KIMO NEVIUS – When you’re done admiring your unadorned Festivus pole (aluminum makes for very high strength-to-weight ratio), join Kimo Nevius for his first annual Festivus concert featuring Nevius originals, holiday tunes, ‘80s pop songs “rescued from oblivion,” loads of great giveaways and–of course–the Festivus traditions of Airing of Grievances and Feats of Strength. No cover (so you can make a donation to The Human Fund). 6-8pm. Local Mocha Cafe (81 Makawao Ave., Pukalani); 214-7986; kimosongs.com
JINGLE BELL ROCK WITH OWAILA – Christmas comes early with Owaila’s Kanoa Kukaua, Chad Kaya, Ryan Rego and Tavi Tenari who’ll rock Diamonds Ice Bar with special guests DJ AP and DJ Wylin’-Out. Not only can you head bang-away your bah humbug blues with the Owaila’s heavy, original tunes, but you can drink to your liver’s (mal)content with drink specials like $3 Bud Light and Rolling Rock. Plus, the Diamonds kitchen serves food ‘til midnight. No cover. 10pm. Diamonds Ice Bar (1279 S. Kihei Rd.); 874-9299
SATURDAY, DEC. 24
UNITY CHURCH OF MAUI’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS EVE CONCERT – Special musical guests include Lei’ohu Ryder, Omar Adisa Camara, Curt Lee, Ken Stover, Louise Lambert, Dr. Virgie Cantorna, and Hula Hui O Lokahi. Plus, the program features an inspirational message, “Christ Be Born in You,” by Rev. John Copeland. Free. 6:30-8pm. Iao Theater (68 N. Market St., Wailuku); 242-9327; unityonmaui.org
AN IRISH CHRISTMAS EVE – Nollaig Shona Duit! That means “Merry Christmas” in Gaelic, and you’ll do well to know it when you celebrate the season Emerald Isle-style with music by The Celtic Tigers and special guest Kevin O’Kennedy. Plus, the pub’s offering a special three-course Christmas dinner in addition to their full menu. No cover. 6:30-9:30pm. Mulligan’s on the Blue (100 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 874-113; mulligansontheblue.com
SUNDAY, DEC. 25
ORPHANS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY – Paradise comes with a price, and sometimes the cost means being away from ‘ohana abroad. So if come Christmas morn you find yourself with no place to go and no one to cook you a homemade meal, go to Dog & Duck Irish Pub on the South side. Owner Mick Ryan (who’s an Irishman born in England) has flown in his own family to make n’ bake a traditional meal, including savory Yorkshire pudding and a decadent trifle dessert. 11am-10pm. Dog & Duck Irish Pub (1913 S. Kihei Rd.); 875-9669
NAUGHTY OR NICE PARTY WITH DJ CIA – With an emphasis on the nicest of naughty things, DJ CIA spins sexy, booty-shaking beats all night. And who needs eggnog when Ambrosia’s got $4 Christmas cookie-flavored shots and ginger snap drinks? If you can’t wait, no worries. DJ Decka hosts Ambrosia’s Jingle Jam on Christmas Eve. No cover. 10pm-close. Ambrosia Martini Lounge (1913 S. Kihei Rd.); 891-1011; ambrosiamaui.com
MONDAY, DEC.26
TEAR IT UP AT TIMBA – Typically, Timba’s swanky lounge is only open Thu. through Sat., but they’re staying open nightly Christmas Eve through New Years Eve to help meet the holiday party demand. So if you’re looking for the slickest spot to strut your new stilettos from Santa, high-heel it up to Timba for fancy footwork and drinks. (PS: Be sure to check out Timba’s new House of Reggae night, every Thu., feat. DJs Boomshot and Kamikaze.) $10 cover. 9:45pm-2am. Timba (505 Front St., Lahaina); 661-9873; timbamaui.com
TUESDAY, DEC. 27
OPEN MIC NIGHT AT MOANA BAKERY & CAFE – If all the holly jolliness of the season has put a song in your heart–and you’re in need of a soapbox–check out Moana Bakery and Cafe’s open mic night. If you’re really lucky, you might catch a performance by up-and-coming musician Jaxon Chester (follow him on Twitter @RockTheUke)–who’s ‘ukulele skills have a technical and rhythmic edge that’s mature-beyond-his-years. That way, when this youngster’s all grown up and famous, you can say you saw him at his start. No cover. 8:30pm-close. Moana Bakery & Cafe (71 Baldwin Ave., Paia); 579-9999; moanacafe.com
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 28
LET’S TALK ABOUT SEX – If you need a little spice in your life, take a cue from Salt-n-Pepa and talk about sex, baby. And at Dr. Sonia Borg’s lecture “The Best Sex of Your Life,” there’s in fact so much to talk about that the evening’s discussion is really just an intro to a class series beginning Sat., Jan 21. But wait–you don’t wanna talk about sex with just anyone, right? No worries, Dr. Borg’s a professional clinical sexologist, certified by the American College of Sexologists (we promise we did not make that up) and owner of The Happy Endings Company. By donation. 6:30-8pm. Soul Space Renewal Center (16. S. Market St., Wailuku); soulspacemaui.com
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