Hula O Na Keiki is happening at Ka’anapali Beach Hotel on Friday, November 9th and Saturday, November 10th. This two-day annual event is a complete dedication to children, Hawaiian language, and culture. On Friday, see hula students from Hawaiʻi and around the world compete in kahiko (traditional) and ‘auana (modern) style hula while learning, interpreting, […]
Ola I Ka Pu Hala Weaving Conference at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel
The Ola I Ka Pu Hala Weaving Conference will be at Kaanapali Beach Hotel from Wednesday, October 17th until Saturday, October 20th. This inaugural Maui event is a complete dedication to Hawaiian weaving. Led by master weaver Pohaku Kaho‘ohanohano, and Hawaiian cultural resource specialist Gayle Miyaguchi, master weavers from all over Hawai‘i will share their […]
Councilmembers’ Day Off: Majority of voting members absent for Infrastructure and Environmental Management Committee meeting
The Infrastructure and Environmental Management Committee meeting on Monday, Sept. 17, began with a lecture. “I’ve had numerous meetings that we could not deliberate and do the work of this community due to lack of quorum,” Committee Chair Elle Cochran announced after taking roll and marking Councilmembers Don Guzman, Riki Hokama, and Mike White with […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2018: Best Buffet on Maui: Kaanapali Beach Hotel
BEST BUFFET KA’ANAPALI BEACH HOTEL The Tiki Terrace at the Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel is legendary for their buffet, and readers of MauiTime recognize real. The breakfast buffet is filled with every selection you’d want to start your day off, and something to please every person in your party: juice, tea, coffee; local Maui fruits; eggs, […]
Maui County Council Chair Mike White will NOT seek reelection this year
Yep, Maui County Council Chair Mike White just pulled a Paul Ryan and announced that he’s calling it quits this year as a Maui County elected official. “After much thought and contemplation, I have decided that I will not be seeking re-election to the Maui County Council in 2018 and will retire at the end […]
Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival
The Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival will take place from Friday, April 13 to Sunday, April 15. There will be jam sessions, workshops, a vintage steel guitar exhibit, silent auction and ho‘olaule‘a activities. Events will take place at the Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel and Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center. Go online for a full list of events. Free. Schedule: […]
Kika Kila: How Geri Valdriz helps keep the fire burning for steel guitars
Growing up on Oahu in the 1960s and ‘70s, Geri Valdriz and his friends listened to the blues. “In my generation, that’s the kind of music we listened to–we never played Hawaiian music,” he told me recently. Then he started reading interviews of his favorite blues artists, and was surprised to find them citing […]
Here’s how you can celebrate Valentine’s Day 2018 Maui-style
Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Don’t stress because we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re part of a couple lovin’ it up, a single on the mingle or you just don’t care, please check out these Valentine’s Days happenings on Maui and celebrate LOVE! QUEEN KA‘AHUMANU CENTER – Until Wed. Feb 14. It’s the […]
Maui County Council is on verge of making Kaanapali public beach access parking even worse
There’s a lot of garbage on social media these days, but one of the best things I’ve seen lately is the Access Denied! Surf? Fish? Dive group on Facebook. Here, Westside residents and activists like Kai Nishiki and Randy Draper post photos, videos and information about their fights to stop big resorts from encroaching on […]
2018 Maui New Year’s Events
Ring in the new year in classic Maui style, with festive dinners, booming fireworks, rockin’ parties and live entertainment. Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! MONTAGE KAPALUA BAY – Until Sun. Dec 31. The Champagne Hale at the Cliff House will offer a Holiday pop-up bar and lounge Dec. 28-31 from 4-8pm. Guests will experience the finest […]
Hula O Na Keiki at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
The 27th annual Hula O Na Keiki will take place at the Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Friday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Nov. 11. It’s Maui’s sole keiki-only hula competition and is for dancers ages 5-17. See kahiko and auana hula styles, cultural displays and workshops. $6-$25. Friday: Continuous Entertainment 9am-4pm, Keiki Competition 4:30-9pm; Saturday: Keiki […]
Annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
The 16th annual Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest will be at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel on Saturday, Sept. 16. As part of the Festivals of Aloha, this year’s falsetto contest is themed Aloha ka Ho`i a ka Holokahiki–”Beloved is the sailors return home as they join in the celebration of the return of Hokule`a and […]
First Na Hale O Maui Golf Tournament raises $30,000 for Maui affordable homes
The first Na Hale O Maui Golf Tournament raised $30,000 to support the construction of 12 new permanently affordable homes in Lahaina. The tournament–hosted by Discovery Land–was held July 16 at the Makena Golf & Beach Club. The new three- and four-bedroom homes will benefit low and moderate-income island families; families that work and/or live in […]
16th Richard Ho`opi`i Leo Ki`eki`e Falsetto Contest wants applicants
The 2017 Festivals of Aloha committee is seeking contestants for the 16th Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Ki‘eki‘e Falsetto Contest. Applicants who at least 18 and have not released a recording for sale are eligible to apply; contestants will be judged on the following criteria: vocals/music, Hawaiian language and overall presentation. The deadline for applications is Sept. […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Buffet on Maui: Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
BEST BUFFET KA‘ANAPALI BEACH HOTEL Big up’s to Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel for being Maui’s best buffet! Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, Easter or your favorite person’s birthday–this is definitely where you should go. First, the location is incredible. Second, KBH is legendary. But most importantly, the menu dishes served are well-portioned (big) and the […]
Register for the annual Hula O Na Keiki at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel
Until July 1, participants can register for the annual Hula O Na Keiki at Ka`anapali Beach Hotel. The hula event is currently seeking halau submissions. It’s Maui’s only solo hula competition, and is open to keiki ages 5-12 and opio ages 13-17. The celebration marks their 27th year, and will take place Nov. 10-11. Cost TBA. […]
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