THURSDAY, SEPT. 6
1960S FRENCH POP NIGHT – Get your 1960s French pop on at South Shore Tiki Lounge in Kihei with drink specials ($3 Heinekens, $4 Sneaky Tikis and $5 Blue Hawaiians) and DJs Cudra Clover and Toben. The night will kick off with an art opening featuring the work of Jennifer Valenzuela, whose art style is best described as being whimsical and fantastical landscapes inspired by Maui. No Cover. 9pm. South Shore Tiki Lounge (1913-J S. Kihei Rd.); 808-874-6444, Southshoretikilounge.com (OdS)
HAKUKOLE – As a precursor to Ku Mai Ka Hula 2012, join Keali’i Reichel as he delves into Hakukole: Sayings & Chants of Ridicule, an often overlooked genre of poetry. He will span the topics of infidelity, physical inadequacy, stupidity, bad manners, irritation, sarcasm, dark humor and revenge all of which can be found in this ancient form. Through song, chant, gesture or proverb, Hakukole has played an important role in Hawaii’s past. Come experience authentic exploration from one of Maui’s best storytellers. $13. 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theatre, MACC (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469, Mauiarts.org (MS)
FRIDAY, SEPT. 7
WAILUKU FIRST FRIDAY – Time to shut down the streets and celebrate! Yep, it’s First Friday Wailuku Style! Hele on down and share in what the town has to offer. There’s live music performances by Hookena and Ho’omanawanui Apo at the Maui Thing stage, Eric Gilliom at the Wailuku Banyan Tree and more musical guests throughout the evening. You can enjoy a beverage or two at the beer and wine garden benefiting Native Hawaiian healing and natural practices. Maybe take part in an authentic experience at the awa bar by Native Intelligence. Need to rest your feet? Catch a special showing of Get a Job at the historic Iao Theatre. Door prizes, food vendors, and shopping in one stop! Come on down for community, culture and cheers! 6pm. Market St., Wailuku, Facebook.com/WailukuFirstFriday/info (MS)
EXHALE FIRST FRIDAY SPECIAL – EXHALE offers an evening of yoga, finger ink and live music. Beginning with community yoga, the session will include Ayurvedic Elixirs and Cleansing info by BE NUTRITIOUS, a chance to win a produce basket from Maui Home Delivery and live music by Harmonic Resonance. Fennin for a piece of body art? Exotic Eye Tattoo offers Fingered First Friday Tattoo Special. Termed “Finger Friday,” RachelG will offer $25 finger tattoos (select designs only, must book ahead) so be sure to make an appointment. And musical guests Harmonic Resonance will have you groovin to dance-rock beats. 6pm. Body Alive Yoga and Movement Studio (1995 West Main St. #20, Wailuku) ; 808-359-1060, BodyAliveYoga.com (MS)
GLAMITY – Get glitz’d because Glamity presents Afros and Angel flights this Friday. Consider it an evening of fabulous drag, in which Glamity will feature Lulu Shannens, Xiu Xiu LaRage, Moana, Tiare LaRage, Glitz LaRage and Kaylee Montgomery. Don’t be a drag, be a queen. $10 presale. $15 at door. Three’s Bar and Grill (945 S Kihei Rd.); 808-463-6599, Threesbarandgrill.com (MS)
THE AFTERMATH OF FUKUSHIMA – Northshore Art and Frame is now presenting “The Aftermath of Fukushima.” Created by Maui resident Gonzo, it’s inspired by the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011. On Friday, Gonzo will speak through his art about this and its aftermath that we’re still dealing with. Also featured that night will be Turkish native, Volcan. Volcan says he draws inspiration from his surroundings, which is clearly evident in his macro-style approach to photography. You can also get a glimpse of his collection of native flowers. 11am- 4pm Mon.-Sat., Northshore Art and Frame (2080 Vineyard St. Wailuku); 808-298-5034 (MS)
ERIC MCFADDEN – If you’re in the mood to rock out, you might want to check out Eric McFadden this weekend, presented by Milagros Food Company. The former lead guitarist for George Clinton & the P-Funk All-Stars, Joe Strummer and Les Claypool, McFadden will perform in a power trio as lead guitarist and vocalist. Guitar Player Magazine describes him as a “modern Hendrix.” If you’re curious about whether or not he lives up to the hype, you can get tickets online or in person at Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon (Paia), Request Music (Wailuku) and Three’s Bar & Grill (Kihei). Tom Conway will open for Friday’s show. The event is for 21 & over only. $7 (online), $10 (at local vendors), $15 (door). Doors open at 9pm. Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon [Fri.] (142 Hana Hwy, Paia) & Three’s Bar & Grill [Sat.] (1945 S. Kihei Rd.); mcfaddenmaui.eventbrite.com (OdS)
SATURDAY, SEPT. 8
KU MAI KA HULA 2012 – Don’t miss out on Maui’s only international adult hula competition. Ku Mai Ka Hula features halaus from Hawaii, Japan and California in a one-of-a kind evening of kupuna, kahiko (traditional) and ‘auana (modern) hula. Honoring the history shared by Hawaii and Japan, Ku Mai Ka Hula is the largest adult hula competition and has been around for seven years. Shake your way down for a weekend of hula, history and heritage. $25/adult, $12.50/keiki 12 years & under. 1pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469, Mauiarts.org, Kauahea.org (MS)
THE VINYL FRONTIER – All analog and no laptops. That’s right: these DJs will spin real records. Starting at 10pm and going on until 1am at Casanova, DJ Skinny Guy, DJ Joralien and DJBlast will appear. Get there before 11pm and the cover will be $5, but it rises to $10 after. Escape the ordinary club night and enjoy a mixing of electro, funk, hip hop, house and rock. $5 before 11pm, $10 after; 10pm-1am; Casanova (1188 Makawao Ave.) 808-572-0220, Casanovamaui.com (OdS)
THE TOASTERS – What do you get when you blend a synthesized 1970s British sound and Manhattan’s Lower East Side punk/rock sound? The Toasters! Originals to the third wave of the ska era, The Toasters are a staple within the Third Wave Ska generation. Known for their songs “Two-Tone Army” and “Don’t Let The Bastards Grind You Down,” The Toasters have launched a 30th anniversary tour and are coming to Maui. The band will once again jam out its distinct sound and classic beats. Catch Pimpbot and Completely Insane as the opening acts. Come experience the legends first-hand and get in the spirit of ska! 21+. Pre-sale $15. The Hard Rock Cafe, Maui (900 Front St., Lahaina); 855-235-2867, Underworldevents.com, Hardrock.com (MS)
SUNDAY, SEPT. 9
YOGA AID WORLD CHALLENGE – Calling all yogis: you’re cordially invited to the Yoga Aid World Challenge 2012. Enjoy a day that unites yogis around the globe for the greater cause. Come stretch and be of a “single expression of intention” on the grand lawn of Lumeria. The Yoga Aid World Challenge will span from Australia to Hawaii through a series of fundraising events. Maui will feature renown yoga instructors Dominique Pandolfi and Nadia Toraman, amongst others and music by the transformative Kirtan group, Kaliya and Satya OM. All donations will benefit the Africa Yoga Project or a charity of your choice. Free. Lumeria (1813 Baldwin Ave, Makawao); 808-386-1861, yogaaid.com, lumeriamaui.com (MS)
CHICKEN WING EATING CONTEST – Fly down to Sharky’s for an old-fashioned chicken wing eating contest. That’s right–it’s Man vs. Chicken Wing in Kihei. The person that can chomp as many wings as possible in 10 minutes will win bragging rights and $100. The owners assure us that the wings will be mild, so you better bring the heat! Chickens need not apply. Free. 7am. Sharky’s (41 E. Lipoa, Kihei); 808-874-5115, sharkyshawaii.com (MS)
MAPA GARDEN PARTY – Calling all MAPA friends and family! It’s time again for the performing arts group’s annual Garden Party, a benefit for MAPA’s educational and performing arts programs. This year the theme is “Celebrate the Arts with MAPA.” The evening will consist of a colorful palette that includes cuisines, beverages, entertainment as well as a silent auction. The menu will feature tastes from Saigon Cafe (garden party shrimp), Cafe O’Lei (kalua pork quesadillas), Duke’s Beach House (shrimp and lobster gazpacho), Waterfront Restaurant (grilled lamb chops and Caesar salad) and much more. Enjoy a beverage from Maui Brewing Company and wine from Whole Foods Market. Want a non-alcoholic beverage? Hansen Beverage Company and Maui Coffee Roasters will also be on hand. Spa services from Kapalua Spa, live music by Moondance and a silent/live auction will display the “fresh art” created throughout the event. 21+. $75 in advance; $85 at the event. Yokouchi Family Estate (2471 West Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-8760, Mauiacademy.org (MS)
FRED SCHREUDERS JAZZ FUSION AND BLUES – This weekend there will be some blues down at Stella Blues Cafe in Kihei. Fred Schreuders, working as a guitarist and vocalist since 1975 but never seeing the spotlight, is finally putting into original music some of his pent-up inspiration. He grew up in Hawaii, and his first instrument was the ukulele, which he picked up at the age of four. Backing him up will be Mike Kennedy on drums and Jay Molina on bass. $5 cover. 7pm-9pm. Stella Blues Cafe (1279 S. Kihei Rd. #201); 808-874-3779, Stellablues.com (OdS)
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