“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 a Chala concert is where you wanna go!” This coming week, Maui … [Read more...] about ‘A Collaboration of Maui’s Best’: Local reggae supergroup Chala performs for three straight nights
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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 a nice selection of tasty … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2018: Best New Bar on Maui: Wai Bar
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 are rehearsing for their Mar. 10 show at Wai Bar. I’m rescued from my aimless wandering by a … [Read more...] about Hanging out with Goldawn Won and the Universe
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 annual "Who is your valentine?" social media contest. Enter … [Read more...] about Here’s how you can celebrate Valentine’s Day 2018 Maui-style
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 Sea Turtle. Participating cocktails … [Read more...] about Hawaii Wildlife Fund’s Benefit For The Hawksbill Sea Turtle