“Expect a show that is full of positive energy, mixed with roots, rock, reggae, and Latin grooves,” Benjamin Cerda told me when I caught up with the frontman to talk about the upcoming performances of his band, Chala. “If you wanna dance, jump, laugh, smile, cry, love, hug, pray, let go, and make family, then […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2018: Best New Bar on Maui: Wai Bar
BEST NEW BAR WAI BAR Maui’s townies rejoice: a bar in Wailuku town! Charming downtown Wailuku, while up-and-coming with coffee shops, some hip and delicious eateries and art exhibitions, has further fulfilled its potential with a new and intriguing bar. Located right in the middle of Market Street, Wai Bar features friendly bartenders that pour […]
Hanging out with Goldawn Won and the Universe
By Brendan O’Colmain It’s 11pm when I get out of my car and start to wander, trying to find this rehearsal studio in the Kahului industrial area. It’s not where I usually find myself on a Thursday night, but I’m out to jam and hang out with Goldawn Won and his band, The Universe, who […]
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 […]
Hawaii Wildlife Fund’s Benefit For The Hawksbill Sea Turtle
Hawaii Wildlife Fund is holding an island-wide benefit for the Hawksbill Sea Turtle that runs through Sunday, Dec. 31. HWF has partnered with five local restaurants to offer the community a Naked Turtle Rum Cocktail. A portion of all cocktail proceeds will go directly to the Hawaii Wildlife Fund’s mission to protect the endangered Hawksbill […]
New Wai Bar breathes fresh air into Wailuku Town
Wailuku residents rejoice! There’s a new bar on Market Street that’s breathing fresh air into the ghost town that downtown Wailuku has been known to be. Wai Bar is a community tavern opened by Amanda Wilson, Johnny Wilson and Michelle Halcomb. Their goal is to serve the Wai Side in ways that previously weren’t available. […]
Maui bars pour Naked Turtle to help Hawksbill sea turtles
The Hawaii Wildlife Fund is partnering with five Maui bars to support the recovery of the Hawksbill sea turtle. The bars are South Shore Tiki Lounge in Kihei, Wailuku’s new Wai Bar, Flatbread Company in Paia, Beach Bums BBQ & Grill in Ma`alaea and Down the Hatch in Lahaina. All will donate a portion of […]