For an inventory of upcoming events, live shows, shows and entertainment for Dec. 15-21, find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Eli-Mac, Friday at Kaʻahumanu
Los Angeles reggae, hip hop artist Eli-Mac, also referred to as American Idol top 10 finisher Camile Velasco of Maui, performs at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday, Dec. 16 from 7 to eight p.m. Through Dec. 16, Santa shall be at Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to eight p.m. and Sunday from noon to six p.m. Here’s an interview with her.
Christmas In Hawaiʻi
Kimie Miner & Friends present Christmas in Hawaiʻi on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Friday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Entertainers include Kalani Peʻa, Napua Greig, and Hall Nā Le Lei Kaumaka O Uka, with special guest Paula Fuga. Partial proceeds from the concert will support The Boys and Girls Club of Maui. The concert can even feature a Mele Marketplace outside Castle Theater featuring a wide range of Hawaiian crafter displays for holiday gifting. The concert is presented by The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, along with Hawaiian Airlines® Bank of Hawaiʻi World Elite Mastercard® and Outrigger Resorts & Hotels. All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Santa & Elf Selfies, Saturday
Santa and an Elf shall be at Maui Mall Village Saturday, Dec. 17, from 3 to five p.m. for selfies photo opportunities. At 5:30 p.m., the Hall Hula O Keola Ali’i O Kekai will provide free entertainment. For more information, go to the mauimallvillage.com.
Maui “Mompreneur,” Saturday
Greater than 60 vendors are scheduled to display their products on the Maui Mompreneur Winter Event 2022 on the Pā’ina Constructing on the University of Hawaii-Maui College this weekend. The event, offering handmade crafts, jewelry, art, baked goods and other gifts, takes place Saturday, Dec. 17, from 4 to eight p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission and parking are free and food trucks shall be on site. A special keiki zone Sunday in the scholar lounge includes crafts, a photograph booth, face painting, a play area by Luxe Play and manmatronic dinosaur rides by Kids 4 Science.
Willie Nelson’s show, Dec. 23
Tickets are on sale for Willie Nelson’s Maui holiday concert, happening Friday, Dec. 23, at 6:15 p.m. The concert includes his sons Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, and “Particle Kid” – Micah Nelson. Willie Nelson continues to thrive as a cultural force. In recent times, he has delivered greater than a dozen latest albums, released a Top 10 Recent York Times’ bestselling book, again headlined Farm Aid, an event he co-founded in 1985 and graced the covers of Rolling Stone and AARP The Magazine. All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Howie On Maui performs Dec. 28
Comedian and well-known America’s Got Talent judge Howie Mandel lights up the stage with a vacation performance on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, at 7:30 p.m. Besides being a judge for NBC television’s America’s Got Talent, Mandel performs as many as 200 stand-up comedy shows every year in the USA and Canada. He’s also served as executive producer of CNBC’s Deal or No Deal and National Geographic television’s Animals Doing Things and creator of the favored animated children’s TV series Bobby’s World. Mandel also has written a frank and funny memoir, “Here’s the Deal: Don’t Touch Me.” All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Historic mural going up at Kaʻahumanu Center
A big-scale mural led by artist Fathima Mohiuddin is being created on the west wing of Ka’ahumanu Center. The installation began on Dec. 2 and is anticipated to take two weeks. It’s a product of the nonprofit Maui Public Arts Corps and Hale Hōʻikeʻike on the Bailey House / Maui Historical Society that connects people, place and story with the event of outstanding art.
To view the Kahului community consultations, artist samples, take heed to the story between Aunty Kekoa and Kauwela, and more, visit the project page at mauipublicart.org/fathima.
Yee, others in gallery show
Maui artist Sidney Yee’s rendering of a vase is on exhibit on the annual Hawaii crafts show on the Schaefer International Gallery. It’s one among 114 works in a juried “Hawaiʻi Craftsmen 2022” exhibit of 92 artists. The show continues through Dec. 23. The annual exhibition, which began in 1967, has displayed innovation and expertise through works in ceramics, wood, textile, glass, metal, mixed media and more, with quite a few awards bestowed to artists. Participating artists are from Hawaiʻi, Molokaʻi, Lanaʻi, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Oʻahu. The exhibition is in partnership with the Hawai’i Craftsmen Organization and supported partly by the County of Maui and Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery can be open until 7:30 p.m. for chosen Castle Theatre and Yokouchi Pavilion shows. For more information, go to mauiarts.org
Sugar Museum tours
Tours of sugar plantation life on Maui are conducted at Alexander & Baldwin’s Sugar Museum Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., except holidays. The last admission is at 1 p.m. The museum at 3957 Hansen Road has exhibits about sugar plantation history during its 168 years on Maui and concerning the waves of immigrant laborers who got here to the Hawaiian Islands, including the Chinese, Japanese, Puerto Rican, Portuguese, and Filipino. Admission to the museum is free to residents and youngsters 5 years of age and younger. For more information including the value of admission, go to sugarmuseum.com or call 808-871-8058.
Swap Meet, Saturday
The Maui Swap Meet, with greater than 100 vendors and hundreds of shoppers, takes place Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. off Kahului Beach Road, across Wahinepiʻo Road from the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Vendors sell produce and a wide range of goods and crafts. It often serves as an incubator for brand spanking new businesses. For more information, call 808-244-3100.
Gene Argel’s Dream Band
Jazz stars are gathering to honor pianist-singer Gene Argel on the Maui Coffee Attic Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to eight p.m. Featured in Gene’s Dream band are renowned trumpeter/saxophonist Jay Thomas from Seattle and bassist-vocalist Bruce Hamada from Honolulu. The gathering is to indicate appreciation for Gene’s a few years of providing music to Maui. He’s created music that’s funky, soulful, and joyful, as in his CD “Luminescent” including his native American Tsimpshian heritage. Band members include Sal Godinez, piano and vocals; John Zangrando, saxophone and flute; Paul Marchetti, drums; and Shea Argel, percussion. Gene Argel shall be sitting in together with his Dream Band. For more information including tickets, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call 808-250-9555
Kathy Collins in romantic comedy “2-Across”
Kathy Collins and Mark Beltzman perform within the romantic comedy “2 Across” on the Maui Academy of Performing Arts through Dec. 18. Tickets for the award-winning comedy are on sale on the Maui Academy of Performing Arts The play is written by Jerry Mayer who has received two Drama Logue Awards and sold scripts to television shows, including MAS*H and “All In The Family.” The play is a story about two strangers who meet on the Bay Area Rapid Transit. The 2 appear to have little in common, except they’re each working individually on Saturday’s Recent York Times Crossword puzzle. The featured actors are Kathy Collins, knowledgeable storyteller whose pidgin English-speaking alter ego “Tita” performed on the Lincoln Center Out Of Doors Festival in Recent York City, and Mark Beltzman who worked and directed on the famed Second City in Chicago. For more information, go to mauiacademy.org or call 808-244-8760.
Bailey House tours
The Bailey House Museum including a present shop at 2375A Principal Street is on the location of the residence of the last Maui King Kahekili, and is a repository for pre-western contact artifacts and written histories dating back to the early 1800s. It comprises greater than 10,000 photographs and a couple of,000 historic objects. The primary female seminary for Hawaiian girls was established at the location in 1837. Hale Hōʻikeʻike featuring exhibits is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., except holidays. Parking is on the ʻĪao Congregational Church. For more information, including price of events and tours, go to mauimuseum.org or call 808-244-3326.
Thursday, free jazz show
A free jazz show featuring Jimmy C and Jeff Helmer takes place on the Maui Coffee Attic Thursday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. For more information, including tickets, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Wind Monkeys, Saturday morning
The Wind Monkeys perform a free morning concert on the Maui Coffee Attic Saturday, Dec. 17, at 8:30 a.m. Chris Magee and Tam and Rick sing originals in addition to Beatles and Elvis tunes. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555
Geri Valdriz, Kikakila, Monday
The band Kikakila, including lap steel guitarist Geri Valdriz, plays traditional Hawaiian music on the Maui Coffee Attic Monday, Dec. 19, at 11 a.m. The performance, including a history of the lap steel guitar, is free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
David Fraser, Wednesday
Keyboards/singer David Fraser with sometimes surprise guests performs covers and original songs and the blues on the Maui Coffee Attic Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 8:30 a.m. The show is free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Multiple bands at Jimi Hendrix’s Birthday Party
Coming up fast is the Jimi Hendrix eightieth Anniversary Birthday Celebration and Holiday Party at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill on Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to 11 p.m. The Electric Church Maui is presenting greater than 10 bands, including the Joe Cano Band, Danyel Alana Band, Rosalind Starchild ECM Band, Kawika Ortiz Band, Justin Morris Band, Matt Del Omo, David Elberg Band, Carol Barret Band, Jerry Caires Band, Benny Uyetake Band, and the Nils Rosenblad Band with Tim Prest. For more information including tickets, go to electric-church-maui.ticketleap.com or call Rosalind Starchild at 808-572-1000.
Sing-along, A Christmas Carol
A sing-along with Maui artists is scheduled to precede “A Christmas Carol,” based on Charles Dickens’ play, this weekend on the ProArts Playhouse Friday, Dec. 9, through Dec. 18. The play is directed by Francis Tau’a. On Friday, Dec. 16, the music artists within the pre-show are Michael Elam and Bruce Boege from Soul Kitchen; Sal Godinez shall be performing a pre-show Sunday at 2 p.m. The show is usually recommended for audiences age 8 years and older. For more information including tickets, go to proartsmaui.com or thelittleboxoffice.com or call 808-463-6550.
Eric Gilliom & Vince Esquire at Nalu’s
Multi-talented Eric Gilliom and popular Kanekoa member Vince Esquire perform at Nalu’s South Shore Grill Thursday, Dec. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. Gilliom performs as a member of one among Mick Fleetwood’s bands, and Esquire is a member of the ʻukulele-powered group Kanekoa. Their web sites are ericgilliom.com and vinceesquire.com
Rick Andrews’ Maui Improv
Recent York performance artist Rick Andrews presents the Maui Improv Players and special guests at ProArts Playhouse Sunday, Dec. 18, from 7 p.m. to eight:30 p.m. For more information, go to ProArtsMaui.org
Kanekoa at ProArts, Dec. 23
The ʻukulele-powered band Kanekoa performs on the ProArts Playhouse on Friday, Dec. 23, at 7:30 p.m. The entertainment also includes Kathy “Tita” Collins performing “Twas Da Nighte Befo’ Christmas.” Doors open at 7 p.m.
Awkward Conversations, open mic Thursday
The band Awkward Conversations provides live music and dancing at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill Thursday, Dec. 15, from 5 to eight p.m. Join local recording artist Shauna McCoy and guitar player Alan Stevens for live music. The band plays a wide selection of popular and original music. Shauna’s songs include her debut album, “Past Life Lovers.” From 8:30 to 10 p.m., this system moves to a combination of open mic comedy, music, spoken word or whatever else the performers wish. Signup is at 8 p.m. It’s possible you’ll wish to call to make sure that concerning the schedule during this holiday week. For more information including advanced seating, call 808-868-0988.
Craig at Tiki
Steve Craig performs rock ‘n roll classics and originals on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Thursday, Dec. 15, from 4 to six p.m. From 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., DJ Kamikaze hosts dancing. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Damien Awai at Haleakava
Singer-songwriter Damien Awai performs at Haleakava at 1794 South Kīhei Road Saturday, Dec. 17, from 8 to 10 p.m. He describes his songs as organic island music, including Rainforest Reggae. His website is damienawai.com For more information, go to haleakava.com or call 808-344-0427.
Country music at Tiki, Friday
Tyler Lewis performs country music on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Friday, Dec. 16, during comfortable hour from 4 to six p.m. Catch his performance “Tyler Lewis Maui” on YouTube. Later, there’s DJ Salvo and dancing from 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 874-6444.
Anthony Pfluke at Nalu’s
Multitalented Anthony Pfluke who has performed with Grammy winner George Kahumoku will entertain at Nalu’s South Shore Grill Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 to 9 p.m.. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Conway, dancing at Tiki
Singer and gifted guitarist Tom Conway who has toured with Willie Nelson performs a wide range of songs, including rock, blues and jazz on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Saturday, Dec. 17, from 4 to six p.m. Later, DJ and dancing takes place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Aaron Boothe, Sunday
Aaron Boothe performs on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Sunday, Dec. 17, from 4 to six p.m. Later, DJ and dancing takes place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Randall Rospond at Tikis
Songwriter-singer Randall Rospond delivers “funky, groovin’ poetic folk” on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Monday, Dec. 19, from 4 to six p.m. and Maui Brews Tuesday, Dec. 20, 6:30 to eight:30 p.m. He has opened live shows for Leon Russell, John Prine, and Jackson Brown. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444, or MauiBrewingCo.com.
In Between at Gilligan’s
Live music and dancing occurs with the group In Between at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 5:30 to eight p.m. Later, open mic comedy night takes place from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Signup is at 8 p.m.. For more information, call 808-868-0988 or go to gilligansmaui.com.
Gallo at Tikis, Wednesday
Singer-songwriter Jamie Gallo performs soulful rock on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Wednesday, Dec. 20, from 4 to six p.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Crafts gift fair, Wednesday
The Kihei Wailea Gift and Craft Fair takes place on the corner of Keonekai and South Kihei Road Wednesdays. The following one is Dec. 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair includes jewelry, sculptures, maps, t-shirts, wood carvings, paintings, flowers, and soaps.
John Cruz at ProArts
Grammy winner John Cruz performs to an intimate audience at ProArts Playhouse Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. Cruz, a guitarist and singer, is understood for his song, “Island Style” and in addition his participation within the Playing for Change youtube video, “All Along the Watchtower.” He’ll have a Special Holiday Show on Dec. 21. For more information including tickets, go to proartsmaui.com or call 808-463-6550.
Holiday Snow In Lahaina
To have a good time and observe the vacations, a “Snow Zone” is being created for keiki, 12 and under, at Campbell Park between the Wharf Cinema shops and the Baldwin Home Museum. The Snow Zone shall be open Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to eight p.m.. Admission is free with one can or package of non-perishable food for the Maui Food Bank. For more information, go to lahainarestoration.org.
I-Drive, Poasa at Fleetwoods
The island soul band I-Drive with drummer Isaac Sablan performs at Fleetwood on Friday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. At the identical time, Levi Poasa entertains on a separate stage. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Damien Awai at Haleakava
Singer-songwriter Damien Awai performs at Halekava at 602 Front Street Thursday, Dec. 15, from 8 to 10 p.m. His songs are “organic island music,” including Rainforest Reggae. His website is damienawai.com For more information, go to haleakava.com or call 808-344-0427.
Louise Lambert at Sargent’s
Pianist Louise Lambert performs at Sargent’s Positive Art & Jewelry Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16 and 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. This week’s featured artist is Arcade LaTour on the exhibit “Born of Fire” from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, go to sargentsfineart.com or louiselambert.com.
Anthony Pfluke at Fleetwood’s
Multitalented Anthony Pfluke who has performed with Grammy winner George Kahumoku will entertain Saturday, Dec. 17, from noon to 2 p.m. at Fleetwood’s. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Calma, Arcilla, Sunday
Solo guitarist-ʻukulele player Alex Calma performs at Fleetwood’s Sunday, Dec. 18, from noon to 2 p.m. He plays classic rock. Jason Arcilla who plays “reggae-blues” entertains from 7:30 to 9 p.m. He has released three EPs and five singles since 2015.
Free ʻukulele lessons
Free ʻukulele lessons are being provided at the middle stage at Lahaina Cannery Mall Thursday, Dec. 15, at 2:30 p.m. Learn the basics of this popular Hawaiian musical instrument. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com or call 808-661-5304
Lahaina historic tours
Tours of historic Lahaina buildings and Hawaiian culture can be found by reservation to the historic Wo Hing Temple, the Baldwin Home Museum, and the Baldwin Home Candle Lit Tour. The Wo Hing Temple formerly served as a social center for Chinese immigrant staff. The Baldwin Home was once occupied by Dr. Dwight Baldwin and his family, a part of a bunch of Recent England missionaries who settled in Hawaiʻi within the 1800s. The constructing is now a museum. Each tour is 20 minutes, and reservations will be made by going to lahainarestoration.org and click on on Lahaina Historic Sites. Also available is a free “Hands-on History: A Mālama Hawaiʻi Program” that will be booked online.
Late night dancing, 10 p.m.+
DJ Dancing occurs at Down The Hatch and Breakwall Shave Ice Co. Thursday through Saturday nights, Dec. 15, 16, 17, and Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 20 and 21, from 10 p.m For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
Lahaina Art Society fair
Lahaina Arts Society members display their artistic works starting from gift items such a jewellery, to original paintings. The event takes place outdoors on the Lahaina Cannery Mall lawn near Starbucks Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16 and 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Within the last two weeks of December, the Fair will happen on Tuesdays and Fridays, Dec. 20, 23, 27, and 30. The fair includes art works in various forms, including jewelry, glass, ceramics, wood carving, and photography by skilled artists. The Society uses a number of the funds to conduct educational art classes for youngsters. For more information, call 808-661-0111.
Holiday entertainment at Lahaina Cannery
The Lahaina Cannery Mall is presenting a lineup of entertainment Saturday, Dec. 17, starting with Maui Preparatory Academy at 11 a.m., followed by Hale Acapella at noon, and Maui Music Mission at 1 p.m. Maui entertainer Tarvin Makia performs at 2 p.m. On Sunday, Dec. 18, the entertainment continues with Hālau Te Tiare Patitifa.
Jazz profit Sunday with Sheryl Renee
Jazz singer Sheryl Renee together with guitarist-singer Kevin Brown, drummer Howie Rentzer, and pianist Paul January performs at a jazz profit for teens on the Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate Factory Sunday, Dec. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. Brown can be referred to as a slack key artist.
Forty percent of all chocolate sales go to profit youth jazz teaching programs on Maui, including workshops at public high schools. The event is organized by the nonprofit Jazz Maui working with various groups. For more information including tickets, go to jazzmaui.org.
Craft fair, Sunday
The Maui Gift & Craft Fair occurs at Maui Gateway Center Sunday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission and parking is free to the general public. For more information, call 425-418-4310.
Free hula show, Sunday
A free hula show takes place at the middle stage on the Lahaina Cannery Mall Sunday, Dec. 18, from 1 to 2 p.m. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com or call 808-661-5304.
Brian Santana, Monday
Solo guitarist Brian Santana performs at Fleetwood’s Monday, Dec. 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Santana plays rock, pop, and classics. The Levi Poasa Band entertains at the identical time on a separate stage. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Quick, Wilson, Monday
Brandt Quick performs a wide range of songs including folk rock and country at Down The Hatch Monday, Dec. 12, during comfortable hour from 3 to five p.m. Later, Tripp Wilson performs from 8 to 10 p.m. Wilson with Big Pati has come out with a 2022 video, “I Know You,” written by DeAndre’ Bradshaw. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 661-4900.
Joel Katz at Māla
Steel guitarist-singer Joel Katz performs at Māla’s Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. Katz is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner and a university instructor in music. He’s also music director for Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats and owns Seaside Recording Studio. He received a Nā Hōkū in 2019 for the Prolonged Play Release of the 12 months “He Lani Ko Luna, He Honua Ko Lalo,” co-producing the work with Keola Donaghy. For more information, go to gannonsrestaurant.com or joelkatzmaui.com
Poasa at Fleetwood’s Tuesday
Levi Poasa performs at Fleetwood’s Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Poasa performs acoustic, pop, folk, rock and blues. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Benny Uyetake at Kimo’s Tuesday
Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Uncle Benny Uyetake performs at Kimo’s Thursday, Dec. 15, and Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 6 to eight p.m. The multi-talented Uyetake plays in a wide range of genres, including classic rock, blues, jazz, and Hawaiian. He’s been invited to play at a tribute concert to Jimi Hendrix Saturday, Dec. 17, at Mulligans in Wailea. For more information, go to bennyuyetake.net
Eric Gilliom & Vince Esquire at Frida’s
Multi-talented Eric Gilliom and popular Kanekoa member Vince Esquire perform at Frida’s Beach House Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Gilliom performs as a member of one among Mick Fleetwood’s bands, and Esquire is a member of the ʻukulele-powered group Kanekoa. Their web sites are ericgilliom.com and vinceesquire.com
Free hula lessons
Free hula lessons for all ages takes place at the middle stage on the Lahaina Cannery Mall Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 2:30 t0 3:30 p.m. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com
Rose O’Leary at Fleetwood’s
Singer-pianist Rose O’Leary performs light-hearted, upbeat music featuring covers by artists like Amy Winehouse, Queen, and Norah Jones at Fleetwood’s Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. She has toured with Dave Mason and performed with Steven Tyler. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Andrea Partitions at Java Jazz
Violinist Andrea Partitions and guitarist Josh Emmanuel entertain at Java Jazz Saturday, Dec. 17, and Monday, Dec. 19, from 7 to 10 p.m. They perform jazz and gypsy music. All performances are from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, go to javajazzmaui.com or call 808-667-0787.
Alika Nako’oka at Westin
Hawaiian entertainer Alika Nako’oka performs on the Hale Mo’olelo restaurant on the Westin Maui in Kaanapali Saturday, Dec. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Nako’oka has played with a few of the most effective in Hawaiʻi, including the late Willie K. For his songs, go to alikasmusic.com.
Danyel Alana, Hula Grill
Singer-guitarist Danyel Alana performs at Hula Grill in Kāʻanapali Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 17 and 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. She also performs Tuesday, Dec 20, from 6 to eight:30 p.m. Her original songs reflect her roots growing up on the beaches of Los Angeles and Hawaiʻi, mixing funk, rock, blues, reggae, hiphop, R&B, soul, jazz, country and Hawaiian. She has performed with Buddy Miles, The Wailers, Willie Nelson, Richie Havens and Mick Fleetwood. For more information, go to danyelalana.com or hulagrillkaanapali.com.
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Herb Ohta Jr. & Jon Yamasato, Wednesday with Kahumoku
ʻUkulele artist Herb Ohta Jr. and multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner Jon Yamasato present a vacation slack key show with multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku and his ʻohana on the Nāpili Kai Beach Resort’s Pavilion Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. Each ticket holder receives a present bag. For more information, including tickets, go to slackkeyshow.com Here’s an interview with George about receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hawaiian Academy of Recording Artists.
Danyel Alana at Kapalua
Danyel Alana performs with Roy Kato at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Friday, Dec. 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. Alana’s music features a wide selection of genre. She has performed with Willie Nelson, Buddy Miles, Mick Fleetwood and The Wailers. For more information, go to danyelalana.com.
Going Away for DJ Astro Atlas
Black Om 808 presents “The Uncensored Block Party” with an open mic at da Playground Maui Thursday, Dec. 15, at 8 p.m. The hip hop event features kid karma and inoachumean and is an official going away party for DJ Atlas hosted by Blair Reddish and Ed The Dread, with music by DJ Astro Atlas. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571. Should be 21 or older. Parking is free after 5 p.m.
Chala and Friends, Friday
A cool reggae party provides the musical artist Chala with a send-off that features special guests Marty Dread, The Aliez, Ekolu Kalama, Lawaia Aweau, and Officer Jerome Of The Pono Police.
It’s at da Playground Maui Friday, Dec. 16, at 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.
For a little bit of music, go to chalamusic.com For more information, including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571. Should be 21 or older. Parking is free after 5 p.m.
DJs hip hop
DJs Eata Mango, Andre Leone, and Peep Kazami perform a hip hop show with Galaxy Laser & Light at da Playground Maui Saturday, Dec. 17, at 9 p.m. Parking is free after 5 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571 or 702-606-7532.
Live sunset music at The Point Cafe’
A free performance by singer-steel guitarist Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Joel Katz takes place at The Point Cafe’ at Ocean Vodka and Distillery in Omaopio Thursday, Dec. 15. Namaka Cosma entertains Sunday, Dec. 18, at Hāna resident C.J. Boom Helekahi with hula by Anela Kanamu entertains Monday, Dec. 19, and violinist Andrea Partitions performs Tuesday, Dec. 20. Helekahi also performs Wednesday, Dec. 21. The free performances, all starting at around 4-4:30 p.m., are presented by Mokulele Airlines and HawaiiOnTV.com.
Farmers Market, Saturday
An Upcountry Farmers Market takes place on the Kulamalu Town Center on Highway 37 near Long’s Drugs Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. It sells fresh locally grown organic produce including coconuts, macadamia nuts, fresh caught fish, tropical flowers, plants & trees, Maui grown coffee, lilikoʻi butter, raw and vegan prepared foods, exotic prepared foods similar to Thai. The Market serves sometimes as a business incubator where latest enterprises start, such a Niu Life Kitchen, which now has a storefront on the Promenade in Wailuku. For more information, send queries to [email protected]
Hui No’eau gifts
Gift items are on sale on the gift shop at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center. The Hui Gift Shop and fundamental house are open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except holidays. For more information, go to huinoeau.com or call 808-572-6560, ext. 21.
RocketFist at Dollies
The band Rocket Fist performs at Dollies North Shore Pizza Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. The band includes Jacob and Sean Hinfey and drummer Mike Fitzsimmons. The band plays music by Nirvana, White Stripes, Foo Fighters, Linkin Park, Nation, and AWOL. For more information, call Dollies, 808-579-9070, or go to its website dolliespizzanorthshore.com
Johnstone and friends, Sunday
Pianist and singer Mark Johnstone and friends perform on the Pāʻia Bay Coffee and Bar Sunday, Dec. 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No cover charge.
Holiday art show at Treehouse Art
A bunch art show by local artisans takes place at Treehouse Art Studios Maui at Pauwela Cannery in Haiku Friday, Dec.16, from 5 to eight p.m. It features art work by Parker Detchon, Gene Curtis, Maggie Costigan, Sarah DeYoung, Podge Elvenstar, Melissa Bruck, Rose Misaki, Ben Karst, and Jeremiah Tittle.. For more information, go to treehouseartstudios.com.
Harps and Madrigal singers, Saturday
A Festival of Harps with Madrigal Singers in costumers will perform at The Shops At Wailea Saturday, Dec. 17, from 5 to six:30 p.m. Santa shall be strolling around at The Shops next week on Thursday, Dec. 22, from 7 to eight p.m. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Joel Katz at Gannon’s
Singer-steel guitarist Joel Katz performs at Gannon’s Saturday, Dec. 17, from 3 to five p.m. Katz is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner and a university instructor in music. He’s also music director for Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats and owns Seaside Recording Studio. He received a Nā Hōkū in 2019 for the Prolonged Play Release of the 12 months “He Lani Ko Luna, He Honua Ko Lalo,” co-producing the work with Keola Donaghy. For more information, go to gannonsrestaurant.com or joelkatzmaui.com.
Mulligans live music weekend
Tempa & Naor Project perform soul folk originals and eclectic covers at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea Friday, Dec. 16, from 6 to eight p.m. Island Soul performs at sunset Sunday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. with a dance floor. For more information including tickets Sunday, go to mulligansontheblue.com.
Coconut frond weaving, Thursday
A coconut frond weaving workshop is scheduled within the performance area at The Shops at Wailea Thursday, Dec. 15, from 4:30 to five:30 p.m. Hawaiian weaving skills are demonstrated to make baskets, mats, jewelry, and toys. Learn tips on how to create your individual keepsake. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Free hula workshop, Friday
A complimentary Hawaiian “Papa Hula” workshop takes place on the performance area on the lower level at The Shops at Wailea Friday, Dec. 16, from 4 to five p.m. Learn concerning the instruments, the normal dress, accessories, and dance movements and their meaning. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Free ʻukulele lessons
A free ʻukulele lesson takes place on the lower level at The Shops At Wailea Monday, Dec. 19, from 5:30 to six:30 p.m. Learn tips on how to sing, strum and play this popular Hawaiian instrument. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com.
Jazz Benoits, Sunday
Well-known Maui jazz entertainers Angela and Phil Benoit shall be performing jazz and popular musical songs at Pita Paradise in Makena Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. In addition they play original works and jazz standards, boss nova, pop, and Hawaiian swing, and are into their twelfth 12 months of acting at Pita Paradise. For more information, go to BenoitJazzWorks.com.
Anthony Pfluke, Wednesday
Hawaiʻi entertainer Anthony Pfluke performs because the featured guest at The Shops At Wailea at Wailea Wednesdays, Dec. 21, from 3 to five p.m. Pfluke, who sings his original songs and may play slack key guitar, has performed with multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku. His website at anthonypfluke.com includes details of his CD “We Will Rise.”
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Eli-Mac, Friday at Kaʻahumanu
Los Angeles reggae, hip hop artist Eli-Mac, also referred to as American Idol top 10 finisher Camile Velasco of Maui, performs at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday, Dec. 16 from 7 to eight p.m. Through Dec. 16, Santa shall be at Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to eight p.m. and Sunday from noon to six p.m. Here’s an interview with her.
Christmas In Hawaiʻi
Kimie Miner & Friends present Christmas in Hawaiʻi on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Friday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. Entertainers include Kalani Peʻa, Napua Greig, and Hall Nā Le Lei Kaumaka O Uka, with special guest Paula Fuga. Partial proceeds from the concert will support The Boys and Girls Club of Maui. The concert can even feature a Mele Marketplace outside Castle Theater featuring a wide range of Hawaiian crafter displays for holiday gifting. The concert is presented by The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, along with Hawaiian Airlines® Bank of Hawaiʻi World Elite Mastercard® and Outrigger Resorts & Hotels. All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Santa & Elf Selfies, Saturday
Santa and an Elf shall be at Maui Mall Village Saturday, Dec. 17, from 3 to five p.m. for selfies photo opportunities. At 5:30 p.m., the Hall Hula O Keola Ali’i O Kekai will provide free entertainment. For more information, go to the mauimallvillage.com.
Maui “Mompreneur,” Saturday
Greater than 60 vendors are scheduled to display their products on the Maui Mompreneur Winter Event 2022 on the Pā’ina Constructing on the University of Hawaii-Maui College this weekend. The event, offering handmade crafts, jewelry, art, baked goods and other gifts, takes place Saturday, Dec. 17, from 4 to eight p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission and parking are free and food trucks shall be on site. A special keiki zone Sunday in the scholar lounge includes crafts, a photograph booth, face painting, a play area by Luxe Play and manmatronic dinosaur rides by Kids 4 Science.
Willie Nelson’s show, Dec. 23
Tickets are on sale for Willie Nelson’s Maui holiday concert, happening Friday, Dec. 23, at 6:15 p.m. The concert includes his sons Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, and “Particle Kid” – Micah Nelson. Willie Nelson continues to thrive as a cultural force. In recent times, he has delivered greater than a dozen latest albums, released a Top 10 Recent York Times’ bestselling book, again headlined Farm Aid, an event he co-founded in 1985 and graced the covers of Rolling Stone and AARP The Magazine. All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Howie On Maui performs Dec. 28
Comedian and well-known America’s Got Talent judge Howie Mandel lights up the stage with a vacation performance on the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, at 7:30 p.m. Besides being a judge for NBC television’s America’s Got Talent, Mandel performs as many as 200 stand-up comedy shows every year in the USA and Canada. He’s also served as executive producer of CNBC’s Deal or No Deal and National Geographic television’s Animals Doing Things and creator of the favored animated children’s TV series Bobby’s World. Mandel also has written a frank and funny memoir, “Here’s the Deal: Don’t Touch Me.” All ticket sales are online only at MauiArts.org. The MACC Box Office shouldn’t be open for window sales but is accessible for ticketing inquiries only Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by phone at 808-242-7469 or email [email protected]
Historic mural going up at Kaʻahumanu Center
A big-scale mural led by artist Fathima Mohiuddin is being created on the west wing of Ka’ahumanu Center. The installation began on Dec. 2 and is anticipated to take two weeks. It’s a product of the nonprofit Maui Public Arts Corps and Hale Hōʻikeʻike on the Bailey House / Maui Historical Society that connects people, place and story with the event of outstanding art.
To view the Kahului community consultations, artist samples, take heed to the story between Aunty Kekoa and Kauwela, and more, visit the project page at mauipublicart.org/fathima.
Yee, others in gallery show
Maui artist Sidney Yee’s rendering of a vase is on exhibit on the annual Hawaii crafts show on the Schaefer International Gallery. It’s one among 114 works in a juried “Hawaiʻi Craftsmen 2022” exhibit of 92 artists. The show continues through Dec. 23. The annual exhibition, which began in 1967, has displayed innovation and expertise through works in ceramics, wood, textile, glass, metal, mixed media and more, with quite a few awards bestowed to artists. Participating artists are from Hawaiʻi, Molokaʻi, Lanaʻi, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Oʻahu. The exhibition is in partnership with the Hawai’i Craftsmen Organization and supported partly by the County of Maui and Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery can be open until 7:30 p.m. for chosen Castle Theatre and Yokouchi Pavilion shows. For more information, go to mauiarts.org
Sugar Museum tours
Tours of sugar plantation life on Maui are conducted at Alexander & Baldwin’s Sugar Museum Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., except holidays. The last admission is at 1 p.m. The museum at 3957 Hansen Road has exhibits about sugar plantation history during its 168 years on Maui and concerning the waves of immigrant laborers who got here to the Hawaiian Islands, including the Chinese, Japanese, Puerto Rican, Portuguese, and Filipino. Admission to the museum is free to residents and youngsters 5 years of age and younger. For more information including the value of admission, go to sugarmuseum.com or call 808-871-8058.
Swap Meet, Saturday
The Maui Swap Meet, with greater than 100 vendors and hundreds of shoppers, takes place Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. off Kahului Beach Road, across Wahinepiʻo Road from the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Vendors sell produce and a wide range of goods and crafts. It often serves as an incubator for brand spanking new businesses. For more information, call 808-244-3100.
Gene Argel’s Dream Band
Jazz stars are gathering to honor pianist-singer Gene Argel on the Maui Coffee Attic Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to eight p.m. Featured in Gene’s Dream band are renowned trumpeter/saxophonist Jay Thomas from Seattle and bassist-vocalist Bruce Hamada from Honolulu. The gathering is to indicate appreciation for Gene’s a few years of providing music to Maui. He’s created music that’s funky, soulful, and joyful, as in his CD “Luminescent” including his native American Tsimpshian heritage. Band members include Sal Godinez, piano and vocals; John Zangrando, saxophone and flute; Paul Marchetti, drums; and Shea Argel, percussion. Gene Argel shall be sitting in together with his Dream Band. For more information including tickets, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call 808-250-9555
Kathy Collins in romantic comedy “2-Across”
Kathy Collins and Mark Beltzman perform within the romantic comedy “2 Across” on the Maui Academy of Performing Arts through Dec. 18. Tickets for the award-winning comedy are on sale on the Maui Academy of Performing Arts The play is written by Jerry Mayer who has received two Drama Logue Awards and sold scripts to television shows, including MAS*H and “All In The Family.” The play is a story about two strangers who meet on the Bay Area Rapid Transit. The 2 appear to have little in common, except they’re each working individually on Saturday’s Recent York Times Crossword puzzle. The featured actors are Kathy Collins, knowledgeable storyteller whose pidgin English-speaking alter ego “Tita” performed on the Lincoln Center Out Of Doors Festival in Recent York City, and Mark Beltzman who worked and directed on the famed Second City in Chicago. For more information, go to mauiacademy.org or call 808-244-8760.
Bailey House tours
The Bailey House Museum including a present shop at 2375A Principal Street is on the location of the residence of the last Maui King Kahekili, and is a repository for pre-western contact artifacts and written histories dating back to the early 1800s. It comprises greater than 10,000 photographs and a couple of,000 historic objects. The primary female seminary for Hawaiian girls was established at the location in 1837. Hale Hōʻikeʻike featuring exhibits is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., except holidays. Parking is on the ʻĪao Congregational Church. For more information, including price of events and tours, go to mauimuseum.org or call 808-244-3326.
Thursday, free jazz show
A free jazz show featuring Jimmy C and Jeff Helmer takes place on the Maui Coffee Attic Thursday, Dec. 15, at 11 a.m. For more information, including tickets, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Wind Monkeys, Saturday morning
The Wind Monkeys perform a free morning concert on the Maui Coffee Attic Saturday, Dec. 17, at 8:30 a.m. Chris Magee and Tam and Rick sing originals in addition to Beatles and Elvis tunes. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555
Geri Valdriz, Kikakila, Monday
The band Kikakila, including lap steel guitarist Geri Valdriz, plays traditional Hawaiian music on the Maui Coffee Attic Monday, Dec. 19, at 11 a.m. The performance, including a history of the lap steel guitar, is free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
David Fraser, Wednesday
Keyboards/singer David Fraser with sometimes surprise guests performs covers and original songs and the blues on the Maui Coffee Attic Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 8:30 a.m. The show is free. For more information, go to mauicoffeeattic.com or call John, 808-250-9555.
Multiple bands at Jimi Hendrix’s Birthday Party
Coming up fast is the Jimi Hendrix eightieth Anniversary Birthday Celebration and Holiday Party at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill on Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to 11 p.m. The Electric Church Maui is presenting greater than 10 bands, including the Joe Cano Band, Danyel Alana Band, Rosalind Starchild ECM Band, Kawika Ortiz Band, Justin Morris Band, Matt Del Omo, David Elberg Band, Carol Barret Band, Jerry Caires Band, Benny Uyetake Band, and the Nils Rosenblad Band with Tim Prest. For more information including tickets, go to electric-church-maui.ticketleap.com or call Rosalind Starchild at 808-572-1000.
Sing-along, A Christmas Carol
A sing-along with Maui artists is scheduled to precede “A Christmas Carol,” based on Charles Dickens’ play, this weekend on the ProArts Playhouse Friday, Dec. 9, through Dec. 18. The play is directed by Francis Tau’a. On Friday, Dec. 16, the music artists within the pre-show are Michael Elam and Bruce Boege from Soul Kitchen; Sal Godinez shall be performing a pre-show Sunday at 2 p.m. The show is usually recommended for audiences age 8 years and older. For more information including tickets, go to proartsmaui.com or thelittleboxoffice.com or call 808-463-6550.
Eric Gilliom & Vince Esquire at Nalu’s
Multi-talented Eric Gilliom and popular Kanekoa member Vince Esquire perform at Nalu’s South Shore Grill Thursday, Dec. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. Gilliom performs as a member of one among Mick Fleetwood’s bands, and Esquire is a member of the ʻukulele-powered group Kanekoa. Their web sites are ericgilliom.com and vinceesquire.com
Rick Andrews’ Maui Improv
Recent York performance artist Rick Andrews presents the Maui Improv Players and special guests at ProArts Playhouse Sunday, Dec. 18, from 7 p.m. to eight:30 p.m. For more information, go to ProArtsMaui.org
Kanekoa at ProArts, Dec. 23
The ʻukulele-powered band Kanekoa performs on the ProArts Playhouse on Friday, Dec. 23, at 7:30 p.m. The entertainment also includes Kathy “Tita” Collins performing “Twas Da Nighte Befo’ Christmas.” Doors open at 7 p.m.
Awkward Conversations, open mic Thursday
The band Awkward Conversations provides live music and dancing at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill Thursday, Dec. 15, from 5 to eight p.m. Join local recording artist Shauna McCoy and guitar player Alan Stevens for live music. The band plays a wide selection of popular and original music. Shauna’s songs include her debut album, “Past Life Lovers.” From 8:30 to 10 p.m., this system moves to a combination of open mic comedy, music, spoken word or whatever else the performers wish. Signup is at 8 p.m. It’s possible you’ll wish to call to make sure that concerning the schedule during this holiday week. For more information including advanced seating, call 808-868-0988.
Craig at Tiki
Steve Craig performs rock ‘n roll classics and originals on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Thursday, Dec. 15, from 4 to six p.m. From 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., DJ Kamikaze hosts dancing. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Damien Awai at Haleakava
Singer-songwriter Damien Awai performs at Haleakava at 1794 South Kīhei Road Saturday, Dec. 17, from 8 to 10 p.m. He describes his songs as organic island music, including Rainforest Reggae. His website is damienawai.com For more information, go to haleakava.com or call 808-344-0427.
Country music at Tiki, Friday
Tyler Lewis performs country music on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Friday, Dec. 16, during comfortable hour from 4 to six p.m. Catch his performance “Tyler Lewis Maui” on YouTube. Later, there’s DJ Salvo and dancing from 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 874-6444.
Anthony Pfluke at Nalu’s
Multitalented Anthony Pfluke who has performed with Grammy winner George Kahumoku will entertain at Nalu’s South Shore Grill Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 to 9 p.m.. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Conway, dancing at Tiki
Singer and gifted guitarist Tom Conway who has toured with Willie Nelson performs a wide range of songs, including rock, blues and jazz on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Saturday, Dec. 17, from 4 to six p.m. Later, DJ and dancing takes place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Aaron Boothe, Sunday
Aaron Boothe performs on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Sunday, Dec. 17, from 4 to six p.m. Later, DJ and dancing takes place from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Randall Rospond at Tikis
Songwriter-singer Randall Rospond delivers “funky, groovin’ poetic folk” on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Monday, Dec. 19, from 4 to six p.m. and Maui Brews Tuesday, Dec. 20, 6:30 to eight:30 p.m. He has opened live shows for Leon Russell, John Prine, and Jackson Brown. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444, or MauiBrewingCo.com.
In Between at Gilligan’s
Live music and dancing occurs with the group In Between at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 5:30 to eight p.m. Later, open mic comedy night takes place from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Signup is at 8 p.m.. For more information, call 808-868-0988 or go to gilligansmaui.com.
Gallo at Tikis, Wednesday
Singer-songwriter Jamie Gallo performs soulful rock on the South Shore Tiki Lounge Wednesday, Dec. 20, from 4 to six p.m. For more information, go to SouthShoreTiki.com or call 808-874-6444.
Crafts gift fair, Wednesday
The Kihei Wailea Gift and Craft Fair takes place on the corner of Keonekai and South Kihei Road Wednesdays. The following one is Dec. 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair includes jewelry, sculptures, maps, t-shirts, wood carvings, paintings, flowers, and soaps.
John Cruz at ProArts
Grammy winner John Cruz performs to an intimate audience at ProArts Playhouse Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. Cruz, a guitarist and singer, is understood for his song, “Island Style” and in addition his participation within the Playing for Change youtube video, “All Along the Watchtower.” He’ll have a Special Holiday Show on Dec. 21. For more information including tickets, go to proartsmaui.com or call 808-463-6550.
Holiday Snow In Lahaina
To have a good time and observe the vacations, a “Snow Zone” is being created for keiki, 12 and under, at Campbell Park between the Wharf Cinema shops and the Baldwin Home Museum. The Snow Zone shall be open Saturday, Dec. 17, from 6 to eight p.m.. Admission is free with one can or package of non-perishable food for the Maui Food Bank. For more information, go to lahainarestoration.org.
I-Drive, Poasa at Fleetwoods
The island soul band I-Drive with drummer Isaac Sablan performs at Fleetwood on Friday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. At the identical time, Levi Poasa entertains on a separate stage. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Damien Awai at Haleakava
Singer-songwriter Damien Awai performs at Halekava at 602 Front Street Thursday, Dec. 15, from 8 to 10 p.m. His songs are “organic island music,” including Rainforest Reggae. His website is damienawai.com For more information, go to haleakava.com or call 808-344-0427.
Louise Lambert at Sargent’s
Pianist Louise Lambert performs at Sargent’s Positive Art & Jewelry Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16 and 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. This week’s featured artist is Arcade LaTour on the exhibit “Born of Fire” from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, go to sargentsfineart.com or louiselambert.com.
Anthony Pfluke at Fleetwood’s
Multitalented Anthony Pfluke who has performed with Grammy winner George Kahumoku will entertain Saturday, Dec. 17, from noon to 2 p.m. at Fleetwood’s. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Calma, Arcilla, Sunday
Solo guitarist-ʻukulele player Alex Calma performs at Fleetwood’s Sunday, Dec. 18, from noon to 2 p.m. He plays classic rock. Jason Arcilla who plays “reggae-blues” entertains from 7:30 to 9 p.m. He has released three EPs and five singles since 2015.
Free ʻukulele lessons
Free ʻukulele lessons are being provided at the middle stage at Lahaina Cannery Mall Thursday, Dec. 15, at 2:30 p.m. Learn the basics of this popular Hawaiian musical instrument. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com or call 808-661-5304
Lahaina historic tours
Tours of historic Lahaina buildings and Hawaiian culture can be found by reservation to the historic Wo Hing Temple, the Baldwin Home Museum, and the Baldwin Home Candle Lit Tour. The Wo Hing Temple formerly served as a social center for Chinese immigrant staff. The Baldwin Home was once occupied by Dr. Dwight Baldwin and his family, a part of a bunch of Recent England missionaries who settled in Hawaiʻi within the 1800s. The constructing is now a museum. Each tour is 20 minutes, and reservations will be made by going to lahainarestoration.org and click on on Lahaina Historic Sites. Also available is a free “Hands-on History: A Mālama Hawaiʻi Program” that will be booked online.
Late night dancing, 10 p.m.+
DJ Dancing occurs at Down The Hatch and Breakwall Shave Ice Co. Thursday through Saturday nights, Dec. 15, 16, 17, and Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 20 and 21, from 10 p.m For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 808-661-4900.
Lahaina Art Society fair
Lahaina Arts Society members display their artistic works starting from gift items such a jewellery, to original paintings. The event takes place outdoors on the Lahaina Cannery Mall lawn near Starbucks Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16 and 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Within the last two weeks of December, the Fair will happen on Tuesdays and Fridays, Dec. 20, 23, 27, and 30. The fair includes art works in various forms, including jewelry, glass, ceramics, wood carving, and photography by skilled artists. The Society uses a number of the funds to conduct educational art classes for youngsters. For more information, call 808-661-0111.
Holiday entertainment at Lahaina Cannery
The Lahaina Cannery Mall is presenting a lineup of entertainment Saturday, Dec. 17, starting with Maui Preparatory Academy at 11 a.m., followed by Hale Acapella at noon, and Maui Music Mission at 1 p.m. Maui entertainer Tarvin Makia performs at 2 p.m. On Sunday, Dec. 18, the entertainment continues with Hālau Te Tiare Patitifa.
Jazz profit Sunday with Sheryl Renee
Jazz singer Sheryl Renee together with guitarist-singer Kevin Brown, drummer Howie Rentzer, and pianist Paul January performs at a jazz profit for teens on the Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate Factory Sunday, Dec. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. Brown can be referred to as a slack key artist.
Forty percent of all chocolate sales go to profit youth jazz teaching programs on Maui, including workshops at public high schools. The event is organized by the nonprofit Jazz Maui working with various groups. For more information including tickets, go to jazzmaui.org.
Craft fair, Sunday
The Maui Gift & Craft Fair occurs at Maui Gateway Center Sunday, Dec. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission and parking is free to the general public. For more information, call 425-418-4310.
Free hula show, Sunday
A free hula show takes place at the middle stage on the Lahaina Cannery Mall Sunday, Dec. 18, from 1 to 2 p.m. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com or call 808-661-5304.
Brian Santana, Monday
Solo guitarist Brian Santana performs at Fleetwood’s Monday, Dec. 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Santana plays rock, pop, and classics. The Levi Poasa Band entertains at the identical time on a separate stage. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Quick, Wilson, Monday
Brandt Quick performs a wide range of songs including folk rock and country at Down The Hatch Monday, Dec. 12, during comfortable hour from 3 to five p.m. Later, Tripp Wilson performs from 8 to 10 p.m. Wilson with Big Pati has come out with a 2022 video, “I Know You,” written by DeAndre’ Bradshaw. For more information, go to dthmaui.com or call 661-4900.
Joel Katz at Māla
Steel guitarist-singer Joel Katz performs at Māla’s Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. Katz is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner and a university instructor in music. He’s also music director for Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats and owns Seaside Recording Studio. He received a Nā Hōkū in 2019 for the Prolonged Play Release of the 12 months “He Lani Ko Luna, He Honua Ko Lalo,” co-producing the work with Keola Donaghy. For more information, go to gannonsrestaurant.com or joelkatzmaui.com
Poasa at Fleetwood’s Tuesday
Levi Poasa performs at Fleetwood’s Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Poasa performs acoustic, pop, folk, rock and blues. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Benny Uyetake at Kimo’s Tuesday
Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Uncle Benny Uyetake performs at Kimo’s Thursday, Dec. 15, and Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 6 to eight p.m. The multi-talented Uyetake plays in a wide range of genres, including classic rock, blues, jazz, and Hawaiian. He’s been invited to play at a tribute concert to Jimi Hendrix Saturday, Dec. 17, at Mulligans in Wailea. For more information, go to bennyuyetake.net
Eric Gilliom & Vince Esquire at Frida’s
Multi-talented Eric Gilliom and popular Kanekoa member Vince Esquire perform at Frida’s Beach House Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Gilliom performs as a member of one among Mick Fleetwood’s bands, and Esquire is a member of the ʻukulele-powered group Kanekoa. Their web sites are ericgilliom.com and vinceesquire.com
Free hula lessons
Free hula lessons for all ages takes place at the middle stage on the Lahaina Cannery Mall Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 2:30 t0 3:30 p.m. For more information, go to lahainacannerymall.com
Rose O’Leary at Fleetwood’s
Singer-pianist Rose O’Leary performs light-hearted, upbeat music featuring covers by artists like Amy Winehouse, Queen, and Norah Jones at Fleetwood’s Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. She has toured with Dave Mason and performed with Steven Tyler. For more information, go to fleetwoodsonfrontst.com or call 808-669-MICK.
Andrea Partitions at Java Jazz
Violinist Andrea Partitions and guitarist Josh Emmanuel entertain at Java Jazz Saturday, Dec. 17, and Monday, Dec. 19, from 7 to 10 p.m. They perform jazz and gypsy music. All performances are from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, go to javajazzmaui.com or call 808-667-0787.
Alika Nako’oka at Westin
Hawaiian entertainer Alika Nako’oka performs on the Hale Mo’olelo restaurant on the Westin Maui in Kaanapali Saturday, Dec. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Nako’oka has played with a few of the most effective in Hawaiʻi, including the late Willie K. For his songs, go to alikasmusic.com.
Danyel Alana, Hula Grill
Singer-guitarist Danyel Alana performs at Hula Grill in Kāʻanapali Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 17 and 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. She also performs Tuesday, Dec 20, from 6 to eight:30 p.m. Her original songs reflect her roots growing up on the beaches of Los Angeles and Hawaiʻi, mixing funk, rock, blues, reggae, hiphop, R&B, soul, jazz, country and Hawaiian. She has performed with Buddy Miles, The Wailers, Willie Nelson, Richie Havens and Mick Fleetwood. For more information, go to danyelalana.com or hulagrillkaanapali.com.
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Herb Ohta Jr. & Jon Yamasato, Wednesday with Kahumoku
ʻUkulele artist Herb Ohta Jr. and multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner Jon Yamasato present a vacation slack key show with multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku and his ʻohana on the Nāpili Kai Beach Resort’s Pavilion Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. Each ticket holder receives a present bag. For more information, including tickets, go to slackkeyshow.com Here’s an interview with George about receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Hawaiian Academy of Recording Artists.
Danyel Alana at Kapalua
Danyel Alana performs with Roy Kato at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Friday, Dec. 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. Alana’s music features a wide selection of genre. She has performed with Willie Nelson, Buddy Miles, Mick Fleetwood and The Wailers. For more information, go to danyelalana.com.
Going Away for DJ Astro Atlas
Black Om 808 presents “The Uncensored Block Party” with an open mic at da Playground Maui Thursday, Dec. 15, at 8 p.m. The hip hop event features kid karma and inoachumean and is an official going away party for DJ Atlas hosted by Blair Reddish and Ed The Dread, with music by DJ Astro Atlas. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571. Should be 21 or older. Parking is free after 5 p.m.
Chala and Friends, Friday
A cool reggae party provides the musical artist Chala with a send-off that features special guests Marty Dread, The Aliez, Ekolu Kalama, Lawaia Aweau, and Officer Jerome Of The Pono Police.
It’s at da Playground Maui Friday, Dec. 16, at 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.
For a little bit of music, go to chalamusic.com For more information, including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571. Should be 21 or older. Parking is free after 5 p.m.
DJs hip hop
DJs Eata Mango, Andre Leone, and Peep Kazami perform a hip hop show with Galaxy Laser & Light at da Playground Maui Saturday, Dec. 17, at 9 p.m. Parking is free after 5 p.m. For more information including tickets, go to daplaygroundmaui.com or call 808-727-2571 or 702-606-7532.
Live sunset music at The Point Cafe’
A free performance by singer-steel guitarist Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Joel Katz takes place at The Point Cafe’ at Ocean Vodka and Distillery in Omaopio Thursday, Dec. 15. Namaka Cosma entertains Sunday, Dec. 18, at Hāna resident C.J. Boom Helekahi with hula by Anela Kanamu entertains Monday, Dec. 19, and violinist Andrea Partitions performs Tuesday, Dec. 20. Helekahi also performs Wednesday, Dec. 21. The free performances, all starting at around 4-4:30 p.m., are presented by Mokulele Airlines and HawaiiOnTV.com.
Farmers Market, Saturday
An Upcountry Farmers Market takes place on the Kulamalu Town Center on Highway 37 near Long’s Drugs Saturday, Dec. 17, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. It sells fresh locally grown organic produce including coconuts, macadamia nuts, fresh caught fish, tropical flowers, plants & trees, Maui grown coffee, lilikoʻi butter, raw and vegan prepared foods, exotic prepared foods similar to Thai. The Market serves sometimes as a business incubator where latest enterprises start, such a Niu Life Kitchen, which now has a storefront on the Promenade in Wailuku. For more information, send queries to [email protected]
Hui No’eau gifts
Gift items are on sale on the gift shop at Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center. The Hui Gift Shop and fundamental house are open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except holidays. For more information, go to huinoeau.com or call 808-572-6560, ext. 21.
RocketFist at Dollies
The band Rocket Fist performs at Dollies North Shore Pizza Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. The band includes Jacob and Sean Hinfey and drummer Mike Fitzsimmons. The band plays music by Nirvana, White Stripes, Foo Fighters, Linkin Park, Nation, and AWOL. For more information, call Dollies, 808-579-9070, or go to its website dolliespizzanorthshore.com
Johnstone and friends, Sunday
Pianist and singer Mark Johnstone and friends perform on the Pāʻia Bay Coffee and Bar Sunday, Dec. 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No cover charge.
Holiday art show at Treehouse Art
A bunch art show by local artisans takes place at Treehouse Art Studios Maui at Pauwela Cannery in Haiku Friday, Dec.16, from 5 to eight p.m. It features art work by Parker Detchon, Gene Curtis, Maggie Costigan, Sarah DeYoung, Podge Elvenstar, Melissa Bruck, Rose Misaki, Ben Karst, and Jeremiah Tittle.. For more information, go to treehouseartstudios.com.
Harps and Madrigal singers, Saturday
A Festival of Harps with Madrigal Singers in costumers will perform at The Shops At Wailea Saturday, Dec. 17, from 5 to six:30 p.m. Santa shall be strolling around at The Shops next week on Thursday, Dec. 22, from 7 to eight p.m. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Joel Katz at Gannon’s
Singer-steel guitarist Joel Katz performs at Gannon’s Saturday, Dec. 17, from 3 to five p.m. Katz is a Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winner and a university instructor in music. He’s also music director for Jimmy Mac and the Kool Kats and owns Seaside Recording Studio. He received a Nā Hōkū in 2019 for the Prolonged Play Release of the 12 months “He Lani Ko Luna, He Honua Ko Lalo,” co-producing the work with Keola Donaghy. For more information, go to gannonsrestaurant.com or joelkatzmaui.com.
Mulligans live music weekend
Tempa & Naor Project perform soul folk originals and eclectic covers at Mulligans On The Blue in Wailea Friday, Dec. 16, from 6 to eight p.m. Island Soul performs at sunset Sunday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. with a dance floor. For more information including tickets Sunday, go to mulligansontheblue.com.
Coconut frond weaving, Thursday
A coconut frond weaving workshop is scheduled within the performance area at The Shops at Wailea Thursday, Dec. 15, from 4:30 to five:30 p.m. Hawaiian weaving skills are demonstrated to make baskets, mats, jewelry, and toys. Learn tips on how to create your individual keepsake. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Free hula workshop, Friday
A complimentary Hawaiian “Papa Hula” workshop takes place on the performance area on the lower level at The Shops at Wailea Friday, Dec. 16, from 4 to five p.m. Learn concerning the instruments, the normal dress, accessories, and dance movements and their meaning. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com or call 808-891-6770.
Free ʻukulele lessons
A free ʻukulele lesson takes place on the lower level at The Shops At Wailea Monday, Dec. 19, from 5:30 to six:30 p.m. Learn tips on how to sing, strum and play this popular Hawaiian instrument. For more information, go to theshopsatwailea.com.
Jazz Benoits, Sunday
Well-known Maui jazz entertainers Angela and Phil Benoit shall be performing jazz and popular musical songs at Pita Paradise in Makena Sunday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. In addition they play original works and jazz standards, boss nova, pop, and Hawaiian swing, and are into their twelfth 12 months of acting at Pita Paradise. For more information, go to BenoitJazzWorks.com.
Anthony Pfluke, Wednesday
Hawaiʻi entertainer Anthony Pfluke performs because the featured guest at The Shops At Wailea at Wailea Wednesdays, Dec. 21, from 3 to five p.m. Pfluke, who sings his original songs and may play slack key guitar, has performed with multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku. His website at anthonypfluke.com includes details of his CD “We Will Rise.”
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