Early this fall, I binge watched all the Skin Wars seasons on Hulu. Though I had never met Rachel Deboer in person, I definitely knew who she was and have some Maui friends in common with her. So, being a fan of her body painting art, I was stoked when I saw her ripping up the dance floor in early November at a DJ Mark Farina show at Lulu’s. That night, I didn’t have the guts … [Read more...] about What I learned as a body painting canvas for Rachel Deboer
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Talking story with outgoing Maui County Councilmember Gladys Baisa
As a third generation upcountry resident and former head of the non-profit organization Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO), Maui county councilmember Gladys Baisa has always been passionate about her community. After serving 10 years in the Pukalani-Kula-Ulupalakua area residency seat and as current chair of the Water Resources Committee, Baisa plans to retire at the end of this … [Read more...] about Talking story with outgoing Maui County Councilmember Gladys Baisa
Know Your Maui County 2016 Election Candidate: Alan Kaufman
So this year MauiTime has emailed 2016 election questionnaires to nearly every candidate* running for office that's relevant to Maui County voters. For the next few months–until the Primary and General election or (we can only hope) a giant meteor destroys the world–we'll post the results as we get them. Since the Primary Election takes place on Aug. 13, we'll give priority to … [Read more...] about Know Your Maui County 2016 Election Candidate: Alan Kaufman
Greg Zelek at St. John’s Episcopal Church
The Hawaii Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and St. John's Episcopal Church presents organist Greg Zelek this Tuesday, Mar. 8. The evening will feature classical and contemporary works by composers Bach, Mendelssohn, Stanley and Weaver. Currently a music director and organist in New York, the Juilliard School alum has an extensive repertoire as a soloist and ensemble … [Read more...] about Greg Zelek at St. John’s Episcopal Church
Ulupalakua Vineyard’s Holiday Tree Lighting
Bundle up and head Upcountry for Ulupalakua Vineyard's Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony this Saturday, Dec. 12. It features a decorated 22-foot Monterey Pine, live music by Derick Sebastian and a screening of the Holiday classic Elf. Snap a photo in front of the tree and enjoy favorite holiday treats. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Maui Food Bank. Free. … [Read more...] about Ulupalakua Vineyard’s Holiday Tree Lighting