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Welcome to It’s election season. For some, those two words inspire more eyerolls than enthusiasm. It’s easy to be cynical about politics and politicians.

But, as we argue in the following pages of this special Vote edition powered

by MauiTimes, making your voice heard is important. In fact, it’s the only way democracy functions.

We’re not here to tell you who or what to vote for (or against). But we will provide you with candidate and County Charter amendment rundowns, primers on how county and state government works and how bills become laws, all the places you can drop off your ballot, how to correctly fill out your ballot in the first place, and take a dive into how noncandidate campaign money flows in Hawai‘i.

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Again, it’s not about how or for whom you vote. It’s about being informed— and participating.

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How laws are made in Maui County

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he list of things that make Hawaiʻi unique among U.S. states is a long one. Our pristine waters, world-class surf, towering volcanoes, tropical climate, and the complex and beautiful Polynesian host culture all set us apart and give island residents a sense of pride. You can add Maui County’s government structure to that list of unique characteristics, as well.

Many municipalities (cities and county governments) our size on the U.S. Mainland rely on a council or board of supervisors whose wishes are carried out by a strong city manager. The role of mayor is a ceremonial one, largely relegated to chairing the council meetings, and is sometimes passed from member to member on some sort of predetermined rotation.

Maui County government—as laid out in the County Charter— which assigns various powers and describes how local government is formed and functions, much

like the state or federal Constitution—relies on a strong, elected mayor, separate from the county council, who acts as the county’s chief executive.

In addition to heading their own administration, the mayor manages all of the county’s various departments, from public safety and emergency management to water, public works, planning, parks, and liquor control. Department directors are appointed by the mayor and ratified by the council. A managing director assists the mayor with departmental supervision.

Maui County elects a mayor every four years, while council members serve two-year terms, up to a maximum of five terms (10 years) in office, as dictated by term limits imposed in 2021.

A candidate for council must be a citizen of the United States, a voter in the county, and a resident of the area of the county from which they seek to be elected for a period of one year before filing nomination papers.

The county’s current residency areas—each represented by a seat on the nine-member council— are as follows: Molokai, Lanaʻi, West Maui/Kahoʻolawe, Wailuku/ Waiheʻe/Waikapu, Kahului, South Maui, Makawao/Haʻikū/Pāʻia, Upcountry (Pukalani/Kula/Ulupalakua), and East Maui (Hāna/ Keʻanae/Kailua). The districts are not equal in population, but

district. The reason for this has to do with the sparsely populated islands of Lanaʻi and Molokai. If Lanaʻi had its own council seat representing its population of just 3,320 (according to the 2020 Census), in order to give equal representation to the rest of the county, there would have to be 50 districts with populations about that size.

That obviously would create an

In certain unusual circumstances, when local government is unresponsive to citizen concerns, residents themselves can put a measure up to a vote by way of the initiative process, but it’s not easy. share common interests, in that rural areas are lumped together, separate from heavily developed tourist districts, which face much different issues.

Our council members are elected countywide, unlike the Big Island, which elects them by

unwieldy governing body. So instead, the nine council members are elected “at large” by all county voters, rather than just those in their residential district. In theory, this requires them to consider the

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impacts of each proposal on the county at large, rather than just their own district.

Like the council’s, elections for mayor are non-partisan and administered by the County Clerk. The two candidates with the most votes in the primary appear on the general election ballot. (Technically, we call them the first and second special elections, since they are non-partisan.) Mayoral candidates must be a U.S. citizen, a Maui County voter, and a resident of the county for at least a year before pulling papers. Mayors are limited to two full terms (eight years) in office.

So, how are local laws enacted?

Individual council members may introduce legislation to create new laws, just as state legislators do.

Some are proposed by their constituents. If the mayor wants to introduce a bill, he or she must convince at least one council member of its merit and ask them to introduce it on the council floor.

Once a bill is introduced, it is typically referred to one or more of the council’s eight committees for review, each of which is chaired by one of the council members and made up of the others. Here, details of the proposed law are discussed and its potential impacts are considered in the context of each committee’s kuleana, or set of assigned powers and responsibilities. The council chair, currently

Alice Lee, leads the meetings of the council as a whole, so they do not chair a committee.

The committees include Affordable Housing; Agriculture and the Public Trust; Budget, Finance and Economic Development; Climate Action, Resilience and Environment; Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency; Human Concerns and Parks; Infrastructure and Transportation; and Planning, Sustainability and Land Use. The eight committees typically meet two per day, Monday through Thursday, and the council as a whole gathers on Fridays, twice a month.

Before being sent to committee, each bill is also scrutinized by the office of the Corporation Counsel—essentially, the county’s lawyer—to determine if it complies with existing state and federal law, or poses any liability to the county. While their job is mainly to interpret the law and provide advice, corporation counsel can also recommend the introduction of a law or amendment.

Once the committees have reviewed a bill, conferred with corporation counsel, and made their recommendations to the council, it may be amended prior first reading before the full council. Only upon second reading—which cannot take place at the same meeting as the first—does the council vote on the proposed ordinance. At this point, amendments are seldom made.

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Five members form a quorum and a simple majority is required to pass. The ordinance is then sent to the mayor for their signature.

The mayor has veto power, but can be overruled by a two-thirds majority of the council. Laws passed by the council are added to the Maui County Code, which details all of the county’s rules and regulations.

The council also has final say on how the county spends its revenues. A draft budget is proposed by the mayor, and is then reviewed, modified, and voted on by the council. They may also adjust taxes, rates, and fees as needed to meet budget demands.

In addition to the executive branch (mayor’s administration), the legislative branch (the county council), and the judicial branch (the corporation counsel and prosecuting attorney), the county’s 33 boards and commissions essentially represent a fourth branch of government. Some answer to the mayor and council, offering advice and making recommendations.

These include the commissions on Fire and Public Safety, Cost of Government, and Water Supply, as well as those related to social services, like the commissions on Homelessness, Persons With Disabilities, the Status of Women, and the Council on Aging. Others—like the Police Commission, Animal Control, Liquor Control, Board of

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Ethics, and the various regional Planning Commissions—are given their own enforcement powers and work more or less independently.

In certain unusual circumstances, when local government is unresponsive to citizen concerns, residents themselves can put a measure up to a vote by way of the initiative process, but it’s not easy. And financial issues, like the budget, taxes, and personnel are off limits. This is how the moratorium on genetically modified crops was passed in 2014.

(Then-mayor Alan Arakawa refused to enforce it and the following year a federal judge struck down the law, stating that it was preempted by federal and state laws.) Any five qualified voters may submit an affidavit to the county clerk proposing a ballot initiative and then must gather signatures totalling 20 percent of the voters who cast ballots in the last mayoral general election—currently about 10,100 signatures.

The County Charter itself can be amended by a vote of the council.

Every four years, a Charter Commission is empaneled to consider ways to improve or modify the Charter. Their recommendations are forwarded to the council which then accepts, rejects, or amends the proposed changes and determines which will be put up for a popular vote as ballot measures the following November. See article on this year’s proposed Charter Amendments on page 12.

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Campaign Cash How are political campaigns funded in Hawai‘i?

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oney. It’s been a force in politics practically since the birth of American democracy, and its influence doesn’t seem to be diminishing despite widespread agreement that it gives certain individuals and groups an outsized advantage come election day.

The wealthy, and citizens’ groups which pool donations to build a campaign war chest, wield more influence than the rest of us because of their ability to tip the scales in an election with a large infusion of cash. The influence that money can buy comes in the form of advertising, organizing, signage, and campaign events.

Attempts to limit campaign contributions and candidate spending have had some success.

By statute, Hawai‘i voters can

donate a maximum of $2,000 to any individual County Council or State House candidate each two-year election cycle, $4,000 to candidates for Mayor or State Senate each four-year cycle, and $6,000 each cycle to candidates for statewide office serving four-year terms, such as Governor, Lt. Governor and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA).

However, much of the money that bankrolls political campaigns comes from other, less transparent sources. Groups of voters with a common agenda can form a political action committee (PAC) to receive donations and support a specific candidate or candidates.

Like the candidates themselves, with the exception of those running for statewide office with four-year terms, these groups cannot accept donations more

than $1,000 from any individual or group each year.

Another type of PAC isn’t associated with any particular candidate, but can spend its money on campaign events and advertising aimed at supporting certain politicians, as long as they act independently and don’t coordinate their activities with the candidate(s) they endorse, or their campaign(s).

Nationwide, these so-called Super PACS typically don’t have to reveal the source of their contributions and can accept an unlimited amount from each donor. Super PACs that spend their money on national campaigns—and in some states—don’t have to report where their money comes from, so it is sometimes referred to as “dark money.”

The state of Hawai‘i treats Super PACs a little differently.

Here, they are called Indepen-

dent Expenditure Committees and, regardless of whether they coordinate their campaigns with the candidates they support, they must submit reports about their contributions and expenditures periodically throughout the campaign. So at least we know where the money is coming from.

If you’re interested in following the money, anyone can view the financial disclosure reports submitted by Hawai‘i’s Super PACs on the Campaign Spending Commission website at ags.hawaii.gov/ campaign/nc/independent-expenditure-committees.

In Hawaii, “dark money” usually refers to contributions made to 501(c4) nonprofit social welfare organizations. The number refers to the section of the Internal Revenue Code that regulates them. Un-

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like 501(c3) groups, which include churches and other tax-exempt charitable organizations, 501(c4) organizations are allowed to get involved in politics. In fact, they can make unlimited anonymous contributions to Independent Expenditure Committees, which can then spend it campaigning for their candidate(s). A 501(c4) group is supposed to be solely for the purpose of promoting social

contributions to compete would result in more fair and transparent elections, the U.S. Supreme Court has led us in the opposite direction. Their controversial ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Elections Commission essentially created a new precedent establishing that corporations, like individuals, are entitled to contribute unlimited amounts of money to political candidates or causes. It equates

The state of Hawai‘i treats Super PACs a little differently. Regardless of whether they coordinate their campaigns with the candidates they support, they must submit reports about their contributions and expenditures periodically throughout the campaign. So at least we know where the money is coming from. welfare, however lobbying and financially supporting candidates is permitted.

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contributions to “free speech.”

The decision struck down all U.S. and state laws limiting corporate contributions, essentially granting them outsized influence.

What can the average citizen do to have their voice heard among

the clamor of lobbyists and contributors seeking to influence our elections? Make a contribution yourself. Choose a candidate or two that you have confidence in and volunteer for their campaigns. Sign-waving is free. And support the folks you think will make Maui County a better place on social media or with a sign in your front yard. Lastly, when your

elected officials fail to represent your interests, call them out and let your frustrations and concerns be known. Show up. Testify. Write letters. Be heard.

Retail politics are alive and well in Maui County, and in some ways we still retain a small-town, locally driven government that is responsive to the community. We can all be grateful for that.

Noncandidate Committees The following is a list of the 25 noncandidate committees making solely independent expenditures that are currently registered with the Campaign Spending Commission: A Brighter Future for Hawaiʻi (Reg. 7/24/18)

Hawaiʻi Realtors for Good Government (Reg. 5/4/16)

Maui’s Green Future Project (Reg. 7/17/20)

AiKea UNITE HERE (Reg. 6/24/12)

HIRA Action (Reg. 9/25/13)

Maui’s ʻOhana Candidates (Reg. 7/15/22)

Aloha Aina Oiaio (Reg. 7/11/20)

HiVISION2020 (Reg. 6/22/20)

National Association of Realtors Fund (Reg. 7/15/14)

Be Change Now (Reg. 4/30/18)

Imua Hawaiʻi PAC (Reg. 8/2/18)

One ʻOhana Political Action Committee (Reg. 7/1/14)

BIA-Hawaiʻi Super PAC (Reg. 5/15/14)

Kaiaulu Builders (Reg. 9/25/18)

Our Hawaiʻi PAC (Reg. 7/12/22)

Friends of Council District 9 (Reg. 9/29/20)

Knights of Aloha (Reg. 11/17/20)

Planned Parenthood Alliance PAC (Reg. 7/14/20)

Hawaiʻi Conservatives (Reg. 8/24/22)

Kuhio PAC (Reg. 11/23/21)

Sustainable Action Fund for the Environment (Reg. 7/25/16)

Hawaiʻi Family Advocates (Reg. 9/30/20)

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Chartering a Course A look at the baker’s dozen proposed amendments to the Maui County Charter

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he Maui County Charter is, essentially, our local constitution. It sets the rules for county government and the way things operate, from the mayor’s office to the council to codes of ethics to finances and so on. In short, it’s a pretty big deal.

These 13 proposed amendments and two alternative amendments to the charter will appear on the November ballot. (There are no proposed amendments to the state constitution.)

1. Create a separate Housing Department dedicated to affordable housing, including an advisory board and Hawaiian Home Lands Liaison Divides the Department of Housing and Human Concerns into two departments; creates the Housing Advisory Board to advise the Director of Housing; requires a liaison with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.

2. Establish a Department of ‘Oiwi Resources Affirms that the County will operate as a bilingual government and establishes a Department of ‘Ōiwi Resources to implement programs for management of ‘Ōiwi (native) cultural resources, including the Hawaiian language, place names, historical and archival materials, cultural sites, iwi and burials, and the va-

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riety of natural resources used in cultural practices.

3. Ethics and financial disclosures Requires the filing of a financial disclosure statement by appointive officers and employees prior to taking office or participating in any official capacity; prohibits officers and employees from taking official actions in which the officer or employee has a direct or indirect financial interest; prohibits officers and employees from using or attempting to use their position for unwarranted advantage to themselves or others.

4. Planning Commissions and Community Plan Updates Requires the Maui Planning Commission to have members from all council residency areas on the is-

land of Maui; allows for Kalaupapa, Molokai, to be included within the County of Maui and the jurisdiction of the Molokai Planning Commission upon State action; and allows the community plan update process to be set by ordinance.

5. Council organizational meeting, remote access, government records Requires remote communications during County Council meetings between the Council and members of the public located in Hāna, Lāna’i, Moloka’i, and other geographic areas, in accordance with State law; requires County employees to facilitate access to County records and minimize fees and charges; and provides discretion in determining the day, time, and venue of the County Council’s organizational meeting.

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6. Fines and penalties Removes the cap on penalties for violations of the law so that they will be set by ordinance.

7. Administrative department heads Requires an administrative head nominated by the Mayor to immediately vacate office if denied appointment by the Council, and prohibits a letter of resignation as a condition of appointment for an administrative head.

8. The role of the County Clerk Authorizes the County Clerk to update the Charter in compliance with the law, clarifies the County Clerk’s other duties, and prohibits the County Clerk and Deputy County Clerk from actively participating in political management or campaigns for federal, state, or county elective office.

9. The Police Chief and the Police Commission Requires the Chief of Police to provide a written report to the Police Commission when the chief disagrees with the Commission’s findings related to the conduct of the department or its members.

Alternative Proposal 9A. Requires the Chief of Police to inform the Police Commission when the Chief disagrees with the Commission’s findings related to

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the conduct of the police department or its members, and upon the Commission’s request, provide a written report.

10. Independent Nomination Board Creates a nine-member Independent Nomination Board, appointed by the Mayor and approved by Council, to recruit, evaluate, and nominate individuals for County boards, commissions, and the positions of the County Clerk, Auditor, Corporation Counsel, and Prosecuting Attorney; eliminates the prohibition on paying board and commission members; sets the County Clerk’s term at six years; eliminates the requirement that no more than a bare majority of a board or commission may belong to the same political party; staggers the membership of new boards so that five members would serve three-year terms and four members would serve two-year terms and provide that board members serving for an initial term of less than three years may be reappointed to a full term on the same board.

Alternative Proposal 10A. Creates an 11-member Independent Nomination Board, with two members appointed by the Mayor without Council approval and nine members appointed by the Council without Mayoral approval and, to recruit, evaluate, and nominate individuals for the positions of the Corporation Counsel and Prosecuting Attorney and County boards and commissions; eliminates the requirement that no more than a bare majority of a board or commission may

belong to the same political party; removes the prohibition on paying board and commission members; staggers the membership of new boards and commissions so that five members would serve three-year terms and four members would serve two-year terms and provides that board members serving an initial term of less than three years may be reappointed to a full term on the same board or commission.

11. Impacts of Charter amendments on County taxation and spending Requires the County Auditor to assess the impacts of proposed charter amendments on County taxation and spending.

12. Maui County Community Water Authorities Establishes Maui County Community Water Authorities with regional community boards to manage water collection and delivery systems acquired by the Water Authorities, including state license areas in East Maui, pursues longterm water lease agreements with the state to provide long-term reliable water supplies for domestic and agricultural needs.

13. Promoting Climate Change Adaptation Establishes a county policy to promote climate change adaptation, including by implementing guidelines to allow certain county employees to telework and have alternative work schedules.

Visit mauicounty.gov/charteramendments or call (808) 270-7749 for more information.

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Stating it Out A primer on how Hawai‘i’s state legislature works

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aui County has a local council, and we also elect two Senators and one member of the U.S. House to represent us in Washington, D.C. But what about the folks we send to Oahu? How does that work?

As at the national level, our legislature is bicameral, meaning it’s

Per the state Constitution, any redistricting must follow these eight criteria: No district shall extend beyond the boundaries of any basic island unit.

No district shall be so drawn as to unduly favor a person or political faction.

Except in the case of districts encompassing more than one island, districts shall be contiguous.

Essentially, the state legislature acts somewhere between the County Council and our federal officials. We send our state representatives off-island, but not nearly as far away as Washington. divided into two bodies: the state House and the state Senate. In Hawai‘i, the House has 51 members and the Senate has 25. Members of the House are elected to twoyear terms; members of the Senate are elected to four-year terms.

No one has term limits, meaning every member can (if they get enough votes) serve for life.

House and Senate candidates are required to have been a resident of Hawai‘i for at least three years, and must live in the district from which they’re running.

wherein substantially different socio-economic interests predominate shall be avoided.

Maui County is allotted three Senators and six House members, which is based on population. They join their colleagues at the state Capitol in Honolulu to meet in committees and, ultimately, write, debate, and pass legislation, which then goes to the governor’s desk for a signature or veto.

Speaking of the governor, he or she can be impeached by the House and removed from office with a two-thirds vote of conviction from the Senate. (No Hawai‘i governor has ever been impeached.)

Essentially, the state legislature acts somewhere between the County Council and our federal officials.

We send our state representatives off-island, but not nearly as far away as Washington. The decisions they make don’t always impact us as immediately as those made by the Council or local commissions, but you’re probably going to feel them a lot faster and more directly than any law passed in Washington D.C. The state legislature accepts written, videoconference, and in-person testimony at public hearings and the state Capitol building in Honolulu is open 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mon.-Fri. Visit capitol.hawaii.gov for more information.

Insofar as practicable, districts shall be compact.

Where possible, district lines shall follow permanent and easily recognized features, such as streets, streams and clear geographical features, and, when practicable, shall coincide with census tract boundaries.

Where practicable, representative districts shall be wholly included within senatorial districts.

Not more than four members shall be elected from any district.

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Candidate Profiles An overview of who’s running and how you can learn more Here’s a look at the candidates running for national, state, and county office. That’s everything from the governor to the council to the mayor to the folks who’ll represent us in Washington, D.C. We’re providing brief bios and links to their websites (if we could find one) so you can make up your own mind.

U.S. House of Rep. (District 2)

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Jill Tokuda (Democrat)

director and acting president of the Hawaiʻi Veterans Cannabis Alliance.

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Brian Schatz (Democrat)

STATE liance. Advanced unopposed through the Libertarian Party primary in August.

Website: Feenabonoan.com Incumbent. Former member of the state House of Representatives (1998-2006) and Lt. Governor (2010-2012). Appointed to replace Sen. Daniel Inouye after his passing and elected to a full six-year term in the U.S. Senate in 2016.

Website: Brianschatz.com Bob McDermott (Republican)

Emma Jane Avila Pohlman (Green)

Governor

Josh Green (Democrat) Businesswoman, served in the state Senate from 2006 to 2018. Was named executive director of the Nisei Veterans Memorial Center in 2019, and held an advisory role with the Hawaiʻi Data Collaborative during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Website: TokudaforHawaii.com Joe Akana (Republican)

Big Island attorney. Advanced unopposed through the Green Party primary in August.

Website: Joshgreenforhawaii.com

Website: N/A Dan Decker (Aloha ʻĀina) Served in the state House of Representatives from 1996 to 2002 and again from 2012 to the present.

Beat four other contenders to win the August Republican primary, getting almost one third of the vote.

Website: Votemcdermott.com Feena Bonoan (Libertarian) Served in the United States Navy from 2006 to 2016 and as the operations director for the Hawaiʻi Veterans Cannabis Al-

Physician who earned his MD from Pennsylvania State University and current Lt. Governor. Served in the state House from 2004-2008 and the state Senate from 20082018. Was the public face of the state’s response to COVID-19.

Former intelligence analyst with the U.S. Air Force. Retired federal project manager and current president of Arete Management, Inc.

Duke Aiona (Republican)

Website: Joeakana.com Aloha ʻĀina Party of Hawaiʻi’s Treasurer and CEO, having ousted the party’s founding officers. Advanced unopposed through the Aloha ʻĀina Party primary in August.

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Michelle Tippens (Libertarian) U.S. Army veteran and executive

Former attorney and Circuit Court judge who served two terms as Hawai‘i’s Lt. Governor under Linda Lingle from 2002 to 2010.

Previous Republican nominee for Governor in 2010 and 2014.

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Tamara McKay (Republican)

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State Senate District 6 Angus McKelvey (Democrat)

Maui County Republican Party chair and Convention of States Grassroots coordinator.

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State House District 11 Terez Amato (Democrat) Member of the state House since 2006. Chair of the Business and Economic Development Committee.

Website: Mac4senate6.com Sheila Walker (Republican)

Retired former business owner.

Holds membership in the Kihei Community Association and LāhaināTown Action Committee.

Led last year’s effort to recall Mayor Victorino, which failed due to insufficient signatures.

Website: Votesheilawalker.com Melissah Shishido (Green) Retired teacher and current UH student. Served on the Kaho‘olawe

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Sierra Club treasurer and member of the Maui Farmers Union.

Previously ran unsuccessfully for the state Senate in 2018.

Website: Terezamato.nationbuilder.com Shekinah Cantere (Republican)

Former Hawaiian studies teacher at Kamaliʻi Elementary School and first-time candidate.

Website: Cantereformaui.com

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Scott Adam (Republican)

Kyle Yamashita (Democrat)

‘Tis the season Member of the state House since 2004. Serves on the Finance, Government Reform, Legislative Management, and Pandemic and Disaster Preparedness committees.

Sports-training director, snowboard coach, and first-time candidate.

Website: Votescottadam.com Nick Nikhilananda (Green)

Website: N/A Dan Johnson (Republican)

Maui-born construction project manager and first-time candidate.

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State House District 14 Elle Cochran (Democrat)

Summer Starr (Green)

Activist with a master’s degree in indigenous politics from the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa, and another master’s degree in environmental law and policy from Vermont Law School. Former Policy Consultant and Legislative Coordinator for the Hawaii Center for Food Safety. Previously a manager at solar electric installer Rising Sun Solar.

Longtime community activist.

Served as a County Councilmember from West Maui for eight years before running unsuccessfully for Mayor in 2018.

Website: Voteellecochran.com Kelly Armstrong (Republican)

Website: Holomua.org

State House District 13 Mahina Poepoe (Democrat)

Advanced unopposed through the Republican primary in August.

Website: Kellyjarmstrong.com Leonard Nakoa (Aloha ʻĀina)

Former small business owner, legislative analyst, outreach assistant for the Molokai Maui Invasive Species Committee.

Website: Votemahina.com

Advanced unopposed through the Aloha ʻĀina primary in August.

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Daughter of longtime councilman Bob Carroll, who retired in 2018.

Website: Claireformaui.com Incumbent. Served 10 years on Maui County Council, 2007-2016.

Former general manager at Zales Jewelers, McDonald’s Corp., and Bishop Insurance Agency. Served on the State Board of Education, 1998-2000. Chaired the Board of Water Supply, 2004-2006, after two years as vice chair. Former Director, Maui County Fair; former President, Maui Family Support Services; former Director, Maui County Community Concerns (Ka Hale O Ke Ola).

Youth baseball and soccer coach.

Father of MLB All-Star and World Series Champion outfielder Shane Victorino.

Website: Victorinoformayor.com

Shane Sinenci

Incumbent. Chairs Agriculture and Public Trust Committee. Former special education teacher.

Vocal proponent of the creation of an East Maui Water Authority to equitably distribute rainwater collected on the windward side and manage the plantation-era East Maui Irrigation ditch system.

West Maui Justin Hermann

Retired Second Circuit Court Chief Judge with 16 years experience on the bench. Founding member of the Maui Drug Court Program. Hawaiʻi’s 2021 Jurist of the Year. A past member of the Hawaiʻi Juvenile Justice State Advisory Committee, and the statewide Office of Violence Against Women Planning Committee. He has served on the boards of Maui United Way, Maui Memorial Medical Center, and Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaiʻi, and the advisory committee or PTA of five local schools.

Food server at Waikiki Brewing Co., Lāhainā, and the Ritz Carlton, Kapalua. Travel blogger.

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Website: Rikihokama.com Gabe Johnson

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South Maui Tom Cook Acupuncturist-herbalist. Houseless advocate and iwi protector.

Co-founder of Mauna Medics Healing Hui, which provides medical support during protests against observatory development on Mauna Kea and Haleakala.

Website: Voteahia.com Alice Lee

Incumbent and current council chair. Formerly a council member from 1989-1999. Ran for mayor in 1998, narrowly defeated by Democrat Kimo Apana in the primaries.

Director of Housing and Human Concerns 1999-2006.

Former accountant with a multigenerational family history in Pāʻia and strong personal and family ties to the Hawaiʻi carpenters union. Currently works as a permit expediter at F&L (Frampton & Ward) Land Company, LLC. Website: Votenohe.com

Journeyman carpenter, mason, structural concrete worker, and a general contractor on Maui for over 25 years. A former member of the Maui General Plan Advisory Committee and the Maui Nui Affordable Housing Task Force, Cook currently acts as community liaison for the county administration. He is the top fundraiser among council candidates since the August primary.

Website: Friendsoftomcook.com Robin Knox

Upcountry Jordan Hocker

Molokai John Pele Researcher, sustainable science management major, and community advocate. First-time candidate.

Website: Hocker4mauicounty.com Yuki Lei Sugimura

Kahului

Incumbent and presiding officer pro tempore. Chairs Human Concerns and Parks Committee. Former pastor of Wailuku’s Christian Ministry Church. Kama helped found the Waiohuli-Keokea Homestead Association.

Owner and principal scientist for a water quality testing and consulting company. Experienced in beach restoration, resource management, and injection wells research. Endorsed by outgoing South Maui councilmember Kelly King.

Website: Robin4maui.com

Makawao-Haʻikū-Pāʻia Nara Boone

Incumbent. Chairs Infrastructure and Transportation Committee. Former County of Maui Economic Development Specialist, 1999–2002. Former Maui Field Representative for Senators Daniel Akaka and Mazie Hirono. Top vote-getter of all council candidates in the primary, and the only Maui County candidate to receive public campaign funding.

Website: Yukileisugimura.com

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Buddy Nobriga

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Website: Votenaraboone.com

First-term incumbent. Chairs Affordable Housing Committee.

Farmer and former ESL and Japanese language teacher at Lāhainā Intermediate School. Only challenger to unseat an incumbent councilmember (Hokama) in Nov. 2020.

Website: Gabe4council.com

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Property manager at Paniolo Hale and co-owner of Hiro’s Ohana Grill. Fifteen-year veteran employee of Molokai Ranch, serving in various management roles.

Molokai Planning Commissioner 2017-2022.

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Your Vote Matters It’s not just about who you vote for…it’s about participating in the process

By Jacob Shafer

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n August, Maui County held a primary election. If you’re among the 75.2 percent of eligible voters who didn’t turn in a ballot, maybe you forgot. Maybe you didn’t care.

Maybe you didn’t know there was an election.

Whatever the reason, Maui’s 34.8 percent voter turnout was the lowest in the state—and the rest of the state didn’t exactly turn out in droves. Hawai‘i Island (41 percent), Oahu (40.4 percent), and Kaua‘i (38.5 percent) all fell far below the 50 percent threshold.

It’s easy to be cynical about politics, particularly right now. Many people see where things stand on the local and, especially, national level and throw up their hands.

“They’re all crazy! No one knows what they’re doing!”

Certain media outlets and talking heads fan these flames with sensationalism and us-versus-them rhetoric. “If it bleeds, it leads” is an old journalistic cliche.

Let’s add, when it comes to politicians, “If it yells, it sells.”

The prevalence of relentless attack ads, social-media mudslinging, and outright falsehoods further poison the well. Divisiveness is everywhere. Disengagement is a tempting reprieve.

Language is another barrier to election participation. According to the nonprofit Center for Public

Integrity, more than one-quarter of Hawai‘i households speak a language other than English. This year, the state legislature passed a law requiring mailed ballots to include instructions on accessing translation services. Ballots will need to list the instructions in the five most common languages in the state, other than English: Tagalog, Ilocano, Japanese, Spanish, and Hawaiian. But it won’t take effect until 2024.

We also must acknowledge Hawai‘i’s complicated, fraught history with the United States government. Multiple U.S. presidents dating back to Grover Cleveland in the late-19th century have stated that the Hawaiian Kingdom was illegally overthrown and the islands illegally annexed. In 1993,

President Bill Clinton signed an official apology.

This Western system of governance was thrust upon Hawai’i.

It’s understandable—for Native Hawaiians, especially—to look askance at the voting process.

But voter turnout was actually much higher immediately after Hawai‘i became a U.S. state in 1959. In that year’s primary election, 84 percent of voters turned out. At the time, a blackand-white “News of the Day” reel by Peter Roberts declared Hawai‘i to be “a new voice in American politics.”

To say local enthusiasm for the ballot box has waned in the intervening six decades is an understatement.

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we make it work. It only functions properly with our active participation. Refusing to participate simply means you don’t have a say.

This is especially true at the county and state level, where decisions are made that directly impact our lives. National politics often feel like far-away theater.

But local politics? That’s where the rubber meets the road.

It isn’t about which side you’re on, what party you belong to, or which candidates you support. It’s about being an engaged citizen and making informed choices. It’s about caring enough to be part of this messy, necessary process.

Often, a few hundred (or even fewer) votes for a local candidate or charter amendment can tip the balance. Anyone who’s ever said their vote doesn’t matter should consider that.

If all of this has felt like so much scolding, we don’t mean it that way. The point of a democracy, ideally, is that you get to choose. That includes choosing who and what to vote for, or whether to vote at all.

But we hope that when you make your choice, you don’t make it from a place of apathy or disillusionment. We hope you’ll consider your civic duty and act upon it.

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Tips for Filling in Your Ballot Your vote only counts if you do it right

By Jacob Shafer

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o you’ve done your civic duty—kudos! Get that “I Voted” sticker and pat yourself on the back.

But, uh oh, what if you made a manini mistake and your vote isn’t counted? No good.

Here, via the county office of elections, are five essential tips to ensure you make your voice heard by dotting all the i’s and crossing all the t’s.

• Be sure to check both sides of the ballot. Completely fill the desired boxes with a black or blue pen.

• If you make a mistake, contact the county elections division (270-7171) for a replacement ballot.

• After voting, place your ballot in the secrecy sleeve. Then, place the secrecy sleeve in the return envelope.

• Read the affirmation statement and sign the return envelope.

You must sign for your ballot to be counted. After your signature is validated, your ballot will be counted.

All ballots must be received by the county elections division at the close of voting, 7 p.m. Nov. 8.

You can mail it in, or utilize one of the following drop boxes: Haiku Community Center (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) Hana Highway at Pilialoha St. Haiku, HI 96708 Hana Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 4655 Hana Highway Hana, HI 96713 Kahului Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 200 Dairy Road Kahului, HI 96732 Kalana O Maui County Building (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 200 S. High Street Wailuku, HI 96793 Kula Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 50 Calasa Road Kula, HI 96790

Lahaina Civic Center (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 1840 Honoapiilani Highway Lahaina, HI 96761 Makawao Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 134 Makawao Avenue Makawao, HI 96768 Napili Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 4950 Hanawai Street Lahaina, HI 96761 Paia Community Center (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 252 Hana Highway Paia, HI 96779 Wailea Fire Station (open 24 hours a day beginning Oct. 21) 300 Kilohana Drive Kihei, HI 96753 Mitchell Pauole Center (Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. beginning Oct. 25, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 8) Conference Room 90 Ainoa Street Kaunakakai, HI 96748

Velma McWayne Santos Community Center (Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. beginning Oct. 25, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 8) 395 Waena Street Wailuku, HI 96793 Lana‘i Community Center (Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. beginning Oct. 25, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 8) 411 Eighth Street Lana‘i City, HI 96763 Hana High & Elementary School (Nov. 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.)

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OCTOBER 14-30

ROCKY HORROR SHOW Described as a sci-fi, rock ’n’ roll, gothic fantasy, this cult classic musical, starring Maui performer Eric Gilliom as Dr. Frank N. Furter, wholesome sweethearts Brad and Janet take cover in the strange doctor’s eerie mansion to wait out a storm after their car breaks down. CONTENT WARNING: Strong adult/sexual situations and language. Simulated violence/gore. NOT recommended for under 18. 7:30pm.

Historic ‘Iao Theater, (68 N. Market St., Wailuku); 808-242-6969; Mauionstage.com

OCTOBER 15 & 20

OHUʻOHU NĀ MAUNA O ʻEʻEKA, PLACE NAMES OF MAUI KOMOHANA Maui Kumu Hula and Award-Winning Recording Artist Cody Kapueolaʻākeanui Pata gathered together over 1,600 inoa ʻāina (place name) entries for Maui Komohana (West Maui)—an area of less than 200 square miles. He will share about the compilation processes undergone to create the book. October 15, 2-3:30pm at: Lāhainā Library (680 Wharf St.). October 20, 5-7pm at: Wailuku Library (251 S High St., Wailuku); Librarieshawaii.org/events

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Music Male Artist of the Year and multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards. Son of Tiva Tatofi, a founding member of Jawaiian jam band Kapena, Josh’s soulful music ranges from Hawaiian mele to Motown R&B. 5:30-7:00pm. The Shops at Wailea (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com

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HEARTS OF ALOHA FUNDRAISING CONCERT Rotary Club of Kihei-Wailea presents “A Night of Music with Dayan Kai.” A musical force of nature, multi-instrumentalist Kai has a soulful voice and a playlist ranging from blues to jazz to reggae to Hawaiian. Support youth scholarship programs and community service projects. $25. 7-9:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); Mauirotary.org

PLAY FOR P.I.N.K. DAY In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness month, join Troon Golf for a fundraising outing on The Bay Course. Test your swing on a Par 3 – Hit The Green Challenge on Hole #15. Players can donate any amount in $5 increments for a chance to hit the green and double their money in pro shop credit! Specials at the Bay Course golf shop and on post-round craft cocktails and signature menu items at Taverna Restaurant help round out this day of fun for a good cause. A portion of funds from this special day of golf will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. $189; $59 (Kama‘āina). Kapalua Bay Golf (200 Plantation Course Dr., Kapalua); Playforpink.org

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OCTOBER 23

MAUI OCEAN VODKA FUNDRAISING DINE OUT Gather, eat, drink and watch the sunset upcountry to benefit Maui AIDS Foundation programs. Funds raised will go towards harm reduction initiatives for the houseless community in Maui County. A benefit for Maui AIDS Foundation. 4-7pm. Ocean Vodka Organic Farm & Distillery (4051 Ōmaʻopio Rd., Kula); Mauiaids.org

OCTOBER 28

KE KANI HONE O WAILEA Join in a special evening of music with Grammy-nominated artist Josh Tatofi, winner of Island

MAUI COUNTY SENIOR FAIR The 49th annual event is an opportunity for businesses and other community organizations to share information important to kupuna, promote a product or service, or sell food or other items.

Local senior clubs use this event as a fundraiser.

8am-12pm. Maui War Memorial Complex (700 Halia Nakoa St., Wailuku); Meoinc.org

NOVEMBER 2

RAYE ZARAGOZA MAUI DEBUT CONCERT A powerhouse folk songstress carrying an acoustic guitar and a message, Raye is known for tenacious feminist anthems and fearless protest folk. A galvanizing presence, Zaragoza is a self-assured artist making music to fight for, represent, and celebrate those left too long outside the spotlight. $35. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

NOVEMBER 13

PROOF OF LOYALTY: KAZUO YAMANE AND THE NISEI SOLDIERS OF HAWAI‘I FILM SCREENING The film tells the story of Kazuo Yamane, a Japanese-American from Hawai‘i, who is an example of the Nisei soldiers who battled prejudice and discrimination while striving to loyally serve their country. $20. 3pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way; Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

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Proof Of Loyalty: Kazuo Yamane and The Nisei Soldiers of Hawai‘i Film Screening will take place at McCoy Studio Theater. See details on page 29.

HOLIDAYS

MAUI GHOST WALK - NOW-OCT 31.

Soak up the haunted history of Maui during a walking tour around the historic city of Lāhainā. Discover colorful characters, haunted beaches, fairies, Hawaiian kings, and more! $49. 5:30pm daily, with a special 3pm tour on Halloween. Kamehameha Iki Park (525 Front St, Lāhainā); Americanghostwalks.com/hawaii PUMPKIN PATCH - NOW-OCT 31.

Pumpkins of all kinds: different sizes, colors, and varieties. Find your perfect carving pumpkin, pie pumpkin, giant or little.

Decorative gourds, sunflowers, and a large selection of carving tools and fun stuff to accessorize. $5. Free (3 & under). Daily, 9am4pm. Kula Country Farms (6240 Kula Hwy.); Kulacountryfarmsmaui.com THE HALLOWEEN HUNT 2022 - OCT 21, 22, 28 & 29. Keep the hoards of zombies, clowns, and ghouls away as you alone—or your group—fight for your life to make it through alive. Starting 6:10pm, reservations begin every 10 minutes; last reservation at 9:10pm. $25+. Maui Paintball (814 Honoapiʻilani Hwy, Lāhainā); 808-866-1034; Mauipaintball.com SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST - OCT 22. Fun for everyone! Trick-or-treating, a balloon animal artist, and a costume contest.

Children, adults, and even pets can win prizes for their creative costumes, including a grand prize of two round-trip tickets to any Alaska Airlines destination in the U.S. Costumes will be judged on creativity and categories will include: Keiki ages: 0-2, 3-5 and 6-10; ʻOhana (no age limit), and pets.

Costume registration, 3-4pm; Costume contest, 4-6pm; Trick-or-treating, 6-8pm.

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HORROR STORY - OCT 28. This Halloween, they’re going bigger, louder, and more colorful than ever! Start planning your costumes and come howl at the moon and raise some Hell. There’ll be a costume contest and DJs Kamikaze and Wok Sauce will bring the beats. 9pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com HYATT HAUNTED HOUSE - OCT 28 & 29.

The doors to the forbidden underground basement of the hotel will be unlocked and opened for the brave who dare to enter.

Thrills and chills lurk around every corner, along with things that go bump in the night.

Come dressed in your Halloween costumes and enjoy this night of fun and fright. $8 (adults); $5 (Keiki 5-12). 5-9pm. Hyatt Regency Maui (31 Puamana Pl., Lāhainā); Hyattregencymaui.com STOMP OUT HUNGER - OCT 29. Join Hale Kau Kau in a 5k run & 1 mile walk to stomp out hunger. Raffle prizes to all walkers, runners and volunteers will be presented at the awards ceremony, along with awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group & overall. Plus, Halloween costume awards! 8am. St. Theresa Catholic Church (25 W. Lipoa St., Kīhei); 808-875-8754; Halekaukau.org COSTUME BEACH CLEANUP - OCT 29.

Dress in your best costume and join What Makes You Feel Beautiful and The Marine Mammal Center for a costume-themed beach cleanup! Learn about The Marine Mammal Center’s work with Hawaiian monk seal rescue, rehabilitation, release, research, and education. Then take a deeper dive into the stories of the monk seal patients at Ke Kai Ola hospital. 9-11am. Sugar Beach (Mile Marker 3, N. Kīhei Rd.); 808-442-2627; wmyfb.org/classesandworkshops HALLOWEEN SKELE-BRATION - OCT 29. This event will have fang-tastically fun activities for you to enjoy, such as a

keiki (ages 0 to 12) and ‘ohana costume contest with prizes, trick-or-treating at participating merchants, Halloween music and a spookalicious selfie station! 4-6pm.

Maui Mall (70 E. Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); Mauimallvillage.com

they’ll be covering all trivia topics horrifying, bizarre, and grotesque. Come play if you dare. Dress in costume if you so desire, for a chance to win more prizes. 9-11pm.

Down the Hatch (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4900; DTHmaui.com

HUI HELEUI 2022: NIGHTMARE ON MAHALANI STREET! - OCT 29. Dress up as your favorite character and bring your ‘ohana for a fun filled night at the Hui No Ke Ola Pono health and resource fair! Keiki can trick or treat and fill out their stamp card to be entered to win raffle prizes! There’ll also be vendors, music, a haunted house, and more! 4-8pm. Cameron Center (95 Mahalani St., Wailuku); 808-244-4647.

HOLO HOLO HALLOWEEN - OCT 31.

Enjoy a spook-tacular evening of candy, a costume contest, prizes, and more!

5-7pm. Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (175 Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808-877-3369; Queenkaahumanucenter.com

MAGIC DINNER SHOW AT PINATAS OCT 30. In celebration of Halloween, Earl Stewart South, known as the “Duke of Deception,” will perform sleight-of-hand magic. $35/pp. (Family-style dinner included.

Drinks & desserts available for purchase.)

Dinner: 5:45pm; Show: 7pm. Las Pinatas (395 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808-877-8707; Backlitbuddhastudios.com/shows ALL AGES PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY OCT 30. Bring your own pumpkin to paint, or order one in advance, and they’ll provide all the supplies to create your speciallydecorated pumpkin for Halloween. $10.

10am & 12pm. Island Art Party (1279 S. Kīhei Rd.); Islandartparty.com DRAG TO HELL - OCT 30. It’s going to be one Hell of a night! Join the Myssfits in their Girly Drag Revue for a night full of hilariously haunting skits, spookily side-splitting performances, and all sorts of Halloweenthemed shenanigans. Come dressed to impress for the costume contest during intermission with grand prize winnings. $20.

8pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com HALLOWEEN-THEMED TRIVIA NIGHT OCT 30. In celebration of All Hallow’s Eve,

HALLOWEEN DOGGY COSTUME CONTEST - OCT 31. Come show off you and your pup’s costume skills at the 3rd annual contest at the taproom! Prizes awarded to best dressed human, best dressed pup, and best dressed combo. 6pm.

Koholā Brewery (915 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Lāhainā); 808-446-3007; Koholabrewery.com CREEPY HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL - OCT 31. Come and haunt with your ghostly tunes while in your scariest attire for live band “Scareoke” with Tripp Wilson. Boogie down at the Deadly Dancehall with DJ Skinnie.

8pm. Down the Hatch (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4900; DTHmaui.com KEN & BARBIE’S HAUNTED HOUSE - OCT 31. Transformed for their favorite holiday of the year, the dolls will be serving sophisticated cocktails and late night bites.

Enjoy dancing the night away with DJ VBASS, and enter the Halloween Costume Contest with great prizes. Dress to theme and come as your haunted versions of Ken & Barbie! Mala Tavern (1307 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-667-9394; Malatavern.com HUI HOLIDAYS - NOV 18-DEC 24. During this magical season, the Hui gift shop will expand to include even more one-of-a-kind handmade gifts by local artists and crafters like paintings, ceramic pieces, handblown glass ornaments, locally-made beauty products, holiday ornaments and more!

Maui After Dark

Reserved for ongoing weekly entertainment (7pm or later)!

Sundays

Aumakua Kava Lounge 300 Ma‘alaea Rd.

Down the Hatch

658 Front St., Lāhainā

Haui’s Life’s A Beach 1913 S. Kīhei Rd.

Koholā Brewery

915 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Lāhainā

Wednesdays

Open Mic

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Mahalo Ale Works

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Paia Bay & Coffee Bar Karaoke

9pm-close, (Weekly)

844 Front St., Lāhainā

Wai Bar

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45 N. Market St., Wailuku

MOONLIGHT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES - OCT 19 & NOV 9. Come experience a concert like no other featuring Shea Derrick and Mimosa. This unique Maui musical event will leave you relaxed and full of the aloha spirit as you unwind under the stars on the ocean-front lawn. $65-101. 6-9pm.

Sugar Beach Resort (85 N. Kīhei Rd.); Sugarbeacheventshawaii.com

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The Dirty Monkey

FAST FREDDY’S BLUES SHOWCASE OCT 15. One of Maui’s favorite groups is back and they’re bringing a very special guest—Mitch Woods, the torchbearer of a great American blues musical heritage.

Fusing New Orleans rhythm and blues, piledrivin’ piano, and contemporary playful lyrics, Woods and his Rocket 88s forge their own brand of music they call “rock-aboogie.” Mitch will also offer a piano master class on October 16; call for info. $33; $28 (Kamaʻāina). 7:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.com

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Trivia Night

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HĀNA FESTIVALS OF ALOHA 2022 - OCT 15-22. The festive week will offer many contests, like pō hawaiiana & aloha attire, floral & lei making, and fishing, as well as foodie contests in taro, ʻulu, pohole, and poke.

There will be a parade, live entertainment, a talent show, kupuna luncheon, classes on traditional lei making, plus sport and karaoke night. Full schedule and location can be found at: Festivalsofaloha.com

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MAUI STEEL GUITAR FESTIVAL - OCT 15 & 16. Celebrate Hawaiʻi’s signature sound!

The program at the Shops at Wailea will be a condensed festival with hoʻolauleʻa performances presented in two segments.

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center’s festival will include a Hawaiian steel guitar presentation.

October 15, 11am-2pm & 4-7pm. The Shops at Wailea (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea).

October 16, 11am-4pm. Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (175 Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); Mauisteelguitarfestival.com

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BIG GIGS

Live DJ

Saturdays

Trivia Night

30 Kupaoa St., Makawao

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9am-4pm. Hui Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); Huinoeau.com

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Da Playground Maui

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NEON BEATS: SILENT DISCOS - OCT 20.

Dance your heart out, with great tunes and delicious drinks. Multiple DJs, you choose the channel and get your groove on. $5 headphone rental. 10pm. Down the Hatch (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4900; DTHmaui.com RISE UP FOR RYU - OCT 21. Ryu Ibuos is the founder of Da Playground’s first food service, called Sushimee, currently out of work during his fight with cancer.

Come together and help raise funds. There will be raffles along with DJs Riri Haki, B2B, Bad Habits, Kurt, Blk Shp and Pash Sean providing the entertainment. All door donations and raffle proceeds will go toward benefiting the Ibuos family. $10. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com STREETLIGHT CADENCE - OCT 25.

Hailing from the sidewalks of Honolulu, the Nā Hōkū Award-winning and Emmy®nominated string band returns to Maui, fresh off the release of their new album, “Midnight.” Their show embodies frenetic energy and intimate storytelling, bolstered by an ensemble of violin, banjo, guitar, cello, accordion, bass, and drums. $22. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com UKRAINIAN PIANIST DMYTRO CHONI - OCT 27. The second Ukrainian pianist to medal at the Cliburn International Piano Competition, Choni won hearts and accolades with his compelling and colorful musicality and took home a bronze award at this year’s competition. $40-55. 7:30pm.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org SMASH BROS REUNION - OCT 27.

Reuniting Smash Bros. with Lobstah and Venomiss. $5-10. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com RUMBA TROPICAL - OCT 27. Bringing the night alive with Latin dancing and entertainment, featuring dance instruction from Shanti Cat. 9:30pm. Down the Hatch (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4900; DTHmaui.com

THE IMPOSSIBLE THREESOME TOUR - OCT 29. Featuring Beardthug and Levitation Jones! Supporting DJs include: Antena Luv, TRVR, Kaizen and Lobstah with visuals by Professor Lightwav and Lasers

by Alt Angles. $15. 9pm. Da Playground Maui (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com DEREK WARFIELD & THE YOUNG WOLFE TONES - OCT 30. Ireland’s finest traditional Irish music band are known throughout the world for their presentation of Irish patriotic songs, which guarantees fun and excitement. $25-30. 6-9pm. Mulligans on the Blue (100 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808874-1131; Mulligansontheblue.com MADE IN MAUI COUNTY FESTIVAL - NOV 4 & 5. The 9th annual Hawaiian Airlines event showcases the hard work and creativity of our local community. All at one location, the two-day event will feature hundreds of made-in-Hawaiʻi products—food, art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, furniture, gifts, collectibles, and more. Friday, 1:30-6pm is buyers’ preview & exclusive shopping day. Saturday, 8am-4pm is the big festival day! Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); Madeinmauicountyfestival.com ʻAI PONO FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER - NOV 12. Step back in time to the Roaring 20’s during the 2nd annual event! The evening’s program will feature a local wahine who will talk story, sharing her journey of recovery from Eating Disorder. Kristi Scott will be the emcee and Maui’s own DJ Dan will provide the tunes. Enjoy music, dancing, pupus and a silent auction, all while raising funds for a great cause. Great Gatsby is the attire theme for the evening. 5:30pm.

Seascape Restaurant (192 Māʻalaea Rd.); Aiponofoundation.org/events

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ANJELAH JOHNSON-REYES: WHO DO I THINK I AM? TOUR - OCT 22. She became an internet sensation with her viral video, Nail Salon. That same year she joined the cast of MADtv as a series regular, which spawned another internet sensation, “Bon Qui Qui.” This original character, a disgruntled fast

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food employee with no filter, has been enjoyed, viewed and replicated by over 65 million people worldwide. $48-68. 7pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org FREE RANGE COMEDY! - OCT 29.

Guaranteed laughter with comedy created & completely improvised by this flock of spontaneous performers. $15. 7:30pm.

ProArts Playhouse (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.com BENT - NOV 4-20. Set amidst the decadence of pre-war fascist Germany, “Bent” is an emotional tale of love, as three homosexual men fight for survival in the face of persecution. Tickets $25-$35 (Kamaʻāina receive 10 percent off on Thursdays).

Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30pm; Sundays, 2pm. ProArts Playhouse (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.com JAZZ AT THE SHOPS - NOV 5. Enjoy an evening of enchantment and complimentary entertainment with Angela and Phil Benoit.

Phil provides smooth guitar accompanied

by Angela’s soothing vocals, playing original music of jazz standards, bossa nova, pop and Hawaiian swing. 5:30-7pm. The Shops at Wailea (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-8916770; Theshopsatwailea.com MISERY - NOV 10-13. “Misery” tells the story of novelist Paul Sheldon as he transitions from writing historical romances featuring heroine Misery Chastain to publishing literary fiction. Annie Wilkes, discovers that the he has killed Misery off in his latest book and keeps him prisoner, forcing him to write a book that brings Misery back to life. CONTENT WARNING: Adult content/language. Simulated violence/gun shots. Thursday-Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday 3pm. Historic ʻIao Theater, (68 N. Market St., Wailuku); 808-242-6969; MauiOnstage.com DOVER QUARTET - NOV 17. It’s the return of the acclaimed chamber musicians of The Quartet consisting of Joel Link and Bryan Lee, violin; Hezekiah Leung, viola; and Camden Shaw, cello. $40-55. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

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HULA PERFORMANCE - Watch a beautiful hula performance and enjoy live music.

Daily, 6:30-7:30pm. Huihui Restaurant (2525 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-667-0124; Huihuirestaurant.com POLYNESIAN SHOW - Watch a graceful Hawaiian hula performance as well as beautiful dances of Polynesia. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm. The Shops at Wailea (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-8916770; Theshopsatwailea.com MAGIC WEDNESDAYS - High-energy comedy & magic with Brenton Keith & His Bag O’ Tricks. Cirque Jolie will be balloon twisting prior to the show. Wednesdays, 6pm. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill (470 Lipoa St., Kīhei); 808-868-0988; Gilligansmaui.com SLACK KEY SHOW - Enjoy a performance with the slack key ‘ohana featuring contemporary island music to heartfelt Hawaiian mele. $40-$60. Wednesdays, 6:308:15pm. The Napili Kai Beach Resort Aloha Pavilion (5900 Lower Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Napili); 808-669-3858; Slackkeyshow.com JOHN CRUZ: ISLAND STYLE - The Grammy and Nā Hōkū Hanohano-winning Hawaiian legend shares lyrical stories about everyday people and experiences. $37.50-50. Wednesdays, 7:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.com

ART SCENE

INFINITE NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT - NOW-OCT 22. The night sky landscapes of New York-based photojournalist Stan Honda show the beauty of the sky in relation to the Earth as it moves through the universe with its multitude of celestial objects. TuesdaysSaturdays, 10am-4pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244SHOW; Mauiarts.org MĀLAMA WAO AKUA EXHIBITION - NOWNOV 4. Celebrating the native species of Maui Nui (Maui, Lāna‘i, Molokai, Kaho‘olawe) in a collaboration with East Maui Watershed Partnership (EMWP) to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our islands’ unique ecosystems and species.

Wednesdays-Saturdays, 9am-4pm. Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); Huinoeau.com 2023 LAHAINA POSTER CONTEST NOW-NOV 9. Chosen annually, this is

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Proceeds from poster sales are used to promote Historic Lāhainā Town. The winning image, along with exhibition images, will be chosen in a juried contest. Renowned local artist George Allan will serve as juror.

Lahainarestoration.org ART OF TRASH 2023: SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN! - NOW-JAN 31, 2022.

Mālama Maui Nui is accepting submissions to the Art of Trash and Trashion Show due to open in April 2023. Go online for details.

MMNui.org/ArtOfTrash 2ND FRIDAY LOCAL ARTIST SHOWCASE - OCT 14. This month features artist Alba Guru. Stop in for a drink and view his works.

Artists contribute to the Children of the Rainbow Pre-School in Lāhainā, to assist with art activities and buy art supplies for our local keiki. 5-10pm. Down the Hatch (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4900; DTHmaui.com ARTIST “TALK STORY” - NOV 4. Visiting Artist Sally French, will share and discuss images of artworks, including her own, that use “kitsch” materials to present an ironic statement. 5-7PM. Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); Huinoeau.com HAWAI‘I CRAFTSMEN EXHIBIT - NOV 8-DEC 23. In partnership with Hawai‘i Craftsmen Organization, their Annual Statewide Juried Exhibition will travel to Schaefer International Gallery to extend the exposure of the selected artists and their competence in traditional and contemporary craft. Gallery Director Neida Bangerter will serve as juror. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10am-4pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org ART NIGHT - Walk through Lāhainā’s art scene—meet the artists, view new artwork and enjoy live music. Show some interest and you just might find a glass of wine in your hand! Find participating galleries online.

Fridays, 5-8pm. Lahainarestoration.org

ART CLASSES

IKEBANA WORKSHOP - OCT 22. Kay Hanano will instruct this workshop about the Japanese art of flower arrangement. $85. (Includes all supplies and lunch from Keyakiya Lunch Truck.) 10:30am. Nisei

Veterans Memorial Center (665 Kahului Beach Rd.); 808-244-6862; Nvmc.org

Las Piñatas (395 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808877-8707; Pinatasmaui.com

INTRODUCTION TO LANDSCAPE PAINTING - NOV 5-26. Explore and immerse yourself in the outside world! This introductory class will focus on painting fundamentals that are involved with creating an en plein air landscape painting.

Classes will include live demonstrations and personalized mentoring at the painting site of your choice. $165 (members); $206 (non-member). Saturdays, 9am-12pm. Hui Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); Huinoeau.com

CHAMPAGNE HALE AT THE CLIFF HOUSE - OCT 29-31. Set on the beachfront, experience the finest champagnes from the Veuve Clicquot portfolio accompanied by a plethora of freshly-caught seafood dishes.

21+. Reservations with $35 cover charge per person required. Seating times: 4pm & 6pm.

Montage Kapalua Bay (1 Bay Dr., Kapalua); 808-662-6627; Montagehotels.com

PRINTMAKING BASICS - SCREEN PRINTING ON SHIRTS - NOV 13. Open to all levels this class will allow students to create a multi-layer screen print on fabric (3 colors maximum). Learn all about screen printing on and aftercare for fabric. $100 (members); $118 (non-members). 11am4pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); Huinoeau.com

CRAFT FAIRS

HONUA KAI CONDOMINIUM Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9am-3pm.

(130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali); 808268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com LAHAINA CANNERY MALL - Fridays & Saturdays, 9am-4pm. (1221 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Lāhainā); Lahainaarts.com LAHAINA GATEWAY CENTER - Sundays, 9am-2pm. (305 Keawe St, Lāhainā); Mauigiftandcraftfairs.com MARRIOTT’S MAUI OCEAN CLUB Wednesdays, 9am-3pm. (100 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali); 808-268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com THE HYATT RESIDENCE CLUB MAUI - Thursdays, 9am-3pm. (180 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali); 808-268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com THE SHERATON MAUI RESORT - Sundays, 9am-3pm. (2605 Kāʻanapali Pkwy.); 808-268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com THE WESTIN KʻANAPALI OCEAN RESORT VILLAS - Tuesdays & Fridays, 9am-3pm. (6 Kai Ala Dr., Kā‘anapali); 808-268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com THE WESTIN NANEA OCEAN VILLAS - Mondays, 9am-3pm. (45 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali); 808-268-9822; Mauisfinestcraftfair.com

FOODIE

PATRIMONY ESTATE WINE DINNER OCT 14. A curated dining experience of 5-courses, beautifully orchestrated and paired with the select pours from the iconic Patrimony Estates, the world’s benchmark for Bordeaux varietals. 21+. $250 (includes wine pairings). 5:30pm. Cane & Canoe Restaurant (1 Bay Dr., Kapalua); 808-6626627; Montagehotels.com DINNER SHOW - OCT 23. Pianist and singer-songwriter Louise Lambert is joined by percussionist, vocalist, and multiinstrumentalist Jose Ortiz, and special guest House Shakers blues guitarist Kenny Gieser, in a delightful musical romp of eclectic originals and swing. $35/pp. (Family-style dinner included. Drinks & desserts available for purchase). Dinner: 5:45pm; Show: 7pm.

DINE-OUT FOR MAF - NOV 8. Eat pizza and meet the Maui Aids Foundation’s staff for games, raffles and prizes! Ten percent of proceeds go to MAF youth programs.

5-9pm. Flatbread Pizza Company (89 Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia); Mauiaids.org DINNER SHOW - NOV 13. Enjoy a meal while listening to the melodies of Benny Uyetake. $35/pp. (Family-style dinner included. Drinks & desserts available for purchase). Dinner: 5:45pm; Show: 7pm.

Las Piñatas (395 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808877-8707; Pinatasmaui.com WELCOME HOME THE WHALES - NOV 17. Celebrating Pacific Whale Foundation and ocean conservation upcountry. Ten percent of all monies raised from purchased food and libations benefits PWF programs working to protect the ocean through science and advocacy. 4-7pm. An online auction will also take place, November 4-14.

Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery (4051 Ōmaʻopio Rd., Kula); Pacificwhale.org GUIDED CACAO FARM TOUR & CHOCOLATE TASTING - Your journey begins at the largest chocolate factory in the state of Hawaiʻi. This interactive and educational tour introduces you to cacao trees, hands-on fruit harvesting techniques, and finishes with an exclusive 9-piece tasting of award-winning chocolate. $85.

Daily tours happen every half hour between 9am-3:30pm. Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate (78 Ulupono St., Lāhainā); 808-793-6651; Mauichocolatetour.com

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HAWAII SEA SPIRITS TOUR & TASTING - Experience the birth of world-renowned premium spirits. Learn how they nurture and cultivate more than 30 Polynesian sugarcane varieties; practice sustainable farming; transform organic cane juice into ultra-premium products; and exercise a life of ecological responsibility. 21+. Daily, 11am-5pm. Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery (4051 Ōmaʻopio Rd., Kula); 808-877-0009; Oceanvodka.com WEEKEND TASTINGS - Enjoy a signature chocolate tasting while also giving back to our community! All proceeds from this tour will benefit one of the Chocolate Laulima nonprofit partners. Saturdays & Sundays, 11-12pm. Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate (78 Ulupono St., Lāhainā); 808-793-6651; Mauichocolatetour.com LUANA - Pull up the best seat in the house and enjoy a taste of Hawai‘i’s modern culture through poke, cocktails, and live music.

Sundays-Fridays, 4-8pm. Fairmont Kea Lani (4100 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-875-4100; Fairmont-kea-lani.com BRUNCH AT THE BEACH - Enjoy your favorites like banana-mac nut pancakes and focaccia eggs Benedict plus new offerings. Sundays, 10am-2pm. Hula Grill (2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-667-6636; Hulagrillkaanapali.com

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KUMU FARMS AT THE COUNTRY MARKET - Tuesday-Saturday, 9am5:30pm. Maui Tropical Plantation (1670 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Wailuku); 808-244-4800; Kumufarms.com LA‘A KEA COMMUNITY FARM - TuesdaysSaturdays, 10am-5pm. (639 Baldwin Ave., Pāʻia); 808-579-8398; Laakeavillage.org LĀHAINĀ JODO MISSION - 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 4-7pm. (12 Alamoana St., Lāhainā).

LIPOA STREET FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 8am-12pm. (95 Lipoa St., Kīhei); 808-298-5813

Movie In The Park features “Coco” by Pixar & Disney. See details on this page.

SUNDAY BRUNCH - Pull up a seat and get in on the action! You’ll find a buffet station and tons of delicious bubbles accompanied by live music. Sundays, 10am-2pm. Taverna Restaurant (200 Village Rd., Kapalua); 808667-2426; Tavernamaui.com WHAT MAUI EATS - Experience a local favorite—Sunday brunch at Kō. $89; half-off for keiki; Free keiki 5 and under. Kamaʻaina receive 25% off (Hawaiʻi ID required).

Sundays, 11am-2pm. Fairmont Kea Lani (4100 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-875-4100; Korestaurant.com GOURMET LUNCH TOUR - Providing breathtaking bi-coastal views of the island, connect to the land as you sit down to a gourmet lunch prepared with fresh natural products. BYOB. $55-125. Mondays-Fridays, 10:30am-1:30pm. Oʻo Farms (651 Waipoli Rd., Kula); 808-856-0141; Oofarm.com HALIʻIMAILE DISTILLERY TOUR - Located in the heart of Maui’s pineapple region, they start with local ingredients and distill in small batches, using unique stills, to create authentic Hawaiian spirits. Every part of the distilling process is one-of-akind and designed in house. $10-12. Tours begin every half hour between 11am4pm, Mondays-Fridays. Maui Pineapple Tours (883 Haliʻimaile Rd.); 808-665-5491; Mauipineappletour.com EXOTIC FRUIT ADVENTURE - Explore an organic farm aboard Kawasaki 4WD “Mules.” Stop to pick and sample a variety of tropical fruit right from the tree. At the end of the tour, pack a large box of fruit to take home. Price of admission is for 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 keiki. $375. Mondays & Fridays.

Ono Organic Farms (149 Hāna Hwy., Nāhiku); 808-268-1784; Onofarms.com MAUI CHOCOLATE TASTING - Enjoy breathtaking views while Founder & CEO Gunars Valkirs introduces you to awardwinning chocolate. Sample several varieties of chocolate and take some home! $35.

Mondays-Fridays, 1-2pm. Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate (78 Ulupono St., Lāhainā); 808793-6651; Mauichocolatetour.com WINE TASTING - Experience an historic winery where wines are made from estate-grown grapes, pineapple, and raspberries. Enjoy wine by the glass, wine flights, wine cocktails and pupus. 21+.

Tuesdays-Sundays, 11am-5pm. Maui Wine (14815 Piʻilani Hwy., Kula); 808-878-6058; Mauiwine.com

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MALA ‘TIL MIDNIGHT - Indulge in “the Kitchen Assassin” Chef Alvin Savella’s raw fish & Wagyu menu. Enjoy selections like spicy ahi poke salad, sashimi, and “the Assassin burger.” Plus cocktail specials.

Fridays & Saturdays, 10pm-12am. Mala Tavern (1307 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-6679394; Malatavern.com/late-night-menu MAUI DRAGONFRUIT FARM TOURS Offering multiple tours like tasting tropical and fruit adventure, along with zipline and aquaball combo tour packages. Contact for availability. (833 Punakea Lp., Lāhainā); 808264-6127; Mauidragonfruit.com GRAND DAIRY TOUR - Enjoy an authentic Maui goat farm experience from feeding, hand milking a goat, and learning all about the cheesemaking process. Then dig into over 20 varieties of gourmet goat cheeses for the ultimate farm tasting experience. Call for availability. $39-49. Surfing Goat Dairy (3651 Ōmaʻopio Rd., Kula); 808-878-2870; Surfinggoatdairy.com

FOODIE WORKSHOPS

COCONUT HUSKING - See demonstrations of traditional and modern methods of coconut husking. Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30pm.

The Shops at Wailea (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com MAKAʻAKA LOʻI - Kumu Penny will teach keiki all about the different aspects of kalo (taro), from how to make a loʻi (taro patch) to caring for and cooking kalo. She will also show how to make poi pounders from pohaku (stone) the traditional way. Students will also learn ecology, sustainability, hydrology, history, art, and much more. 7th grade and up.

Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. (Takes place across from Waihe‘e School.) Maui Hui Malama, 808-244-5911; Mauihui.org

FARMERS MARKETS

HĀNA FARMERS MARKET - Fridays, 3-5pm. (Mill Place, Hāna Hwy., Hāna); Hanafarmersmarket.com FARMERS MARKET KĪHEI - Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 7am-4pm.

(61 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei); 808-875-0949 FRESH FARMERS MARKET - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 8am-4pm.

(275 W. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); Queenkaahumanucenter.com KŌ MAHIʻAI MĀKEKE - Saturdays, 8am12pm. (1819 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-359-9103

MAKAWAO FARMERS MARKET Mondays-Saturdays, 8am-5pm. (3654 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); 808-280-5516; Makawoafarmersmarket.com MAUI HUB ONLINE FARMERS MARKET - The market is open for shopping from noon Saturdays to 11:55pm, Tuesdays.

Home delivery & drive-thru pickup options available for South, West, Central, Upcountry Maui and Haʻiku. Grocery delivery: Friday & Saturday each week. Mauihub.org MAUI SUNDAY MARKET - Sundays, 4-8pm. Kahului Shopping Center parking lot. (65 W. Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); Mauisundaymarket.com MAUI SWAP MEET - Saturdays, 7am1pm. (310 W. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808-244-2133; Mauihawaii.org NAPILI FARMERS MARKET - Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8am-12pm. (4900 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Napili); 808-633-5060; Napilifarmersmarket.com ONO ORGANIC FARMS FARMERS MARKET - Mondays & Thursdays, All Day. (149 Hāna Hwy., Hāna); 808-248-7779.

POʻOKELA FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays, 8am-12pm. (200 Olinda Rd., Makawao); 808-419-1570 SOUTH MAUI GARDENS - Thursdays, 9am-1pm. (35 Auhana Rd., Kīhei); Southmauigardens.com UPCOUNTRY FARMERS MARKET - Saturdays, 7-11am. (55 Kiopaa St., Pukalani); 808-572-8122; Upcountryfarmersmarket.com WAILEA VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET - Tuesdays, 8-11am. (100 Wailea Ike Dr.); 808-760-9150.

WHALERS VILLAGE FRESH LOCAL MAUI - Fridays, 10am. (2435 Kaʻanapali Pkwy.); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com

COMMUNITY

LĀHAINĀ 2ND FRIDAY - OCT 14. Enjoy a pau hana night of music, art, food and Maui culture. There will be a free outdoor showing of “Hotel Transylvania 3: A Monster Vacation,” at Lahaina Jodo Mission, starting at 7pm. Costumes are encouraged! Complimentary popcorn provided by FuzzBox while supplies last!

Snacks and nonalcoholic beverages, mats, blankets, or low beach chairs are welcome. 4pm. Lāhainā Town, Mauifridays.com GO GREEN RECYCLING - OCT 15.

Important service for residents of West Maui allows residents to responsibly dispose of bulky items like air conditioners,

batteries (lead acid only), washers, dryers, microwaves, refrigerators, tires, scrap metal, and electronics. Appointmentrequired. Behind Lāhainā District Court (1870 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Lāhainā); MalamaMauiNui.org/GoGreen SOUTH MAUI COMMUNITY PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CPAC) MEETING - OCT 19. Committee members will be briefed on the community planning process and Draft South Maui Community Plan. They will also elect a chair and vice chair. The agenda will be posted the week prior to the meeting. Meetings are open to the public; a portion of the meeting will be set aside for those wanting to provide testimony regarding specific agenda items. 5:30-8:30pm. Lokelani Intermediate School Cafeteria (1401 Liloa Dr., Kīhei); Southmaui.wearemaui.org PETCO ADOPTION DAY - OCT 21 & NOV. 19. The Maui Humane Society welcomes the community to check out some adoptable pets and answer any questions. There will be kittens, bunnies and guineas ready to walk straight into your heart and your ʻohana!

12-1pm. Petco (50 Hoʻokele St., Kahului); Mauihumanesociety.org PRESERVING WEST MAUI - OCT 22. Meet author Ikaika Hussey who will read from the essay “Preserving West Maui: Sharyn Matin and the Legal Front” with questions and answers to follow. 11am-12:30pm.

Lāhainā Library (680 Wharf St., Lāhainā); Librarieshawaii.org/events KĪHEI’S 4TH FRIDAY TOWN PARTY - OCT 28. Come to the South Shore of Maui for a town party, with live entertainment, fun activities for keiki & teens, plus local eats and retail shops. 6-9pm. Azeka Shopping Center Mauka (1279-1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); Kiheifridays.com MICROCHIP AND WELLNESS CLINIC OCT. 29. Need your pet microchipped or vaccinated? MHS is holding a microchipping and vaccination event for dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs. You can also register your dog for a license. 9am-4pm. Maui Humane Society (1350 Mehameha Lp., Puʻunene); Mauihumanesociety.com EAST MEETS WEST - OCT 29. Japan Cool: Animation and the Rise of J-Culture. A talk with Dr. Jayson M. Chun, professor of history at University of Hawaiʻi–West Oʻahu. 1:30pm.

Nisei Veterans Memorial Center (665 Kahului Beach Rd.); 808-244-6862; Nvmc.org MOVIE IN THE PARK - OCT 29. The featured movie is “Coco” by Pixar & Disney. Mats, blankets or low back beach chairs are welcome. Snacks and dinner are available at the nearby stores and eateries, or attendees may bring their own drinks and snacks. No alcohol, drugs, or pets. 7pm. Campbell Park (680 Front St., Lāhainā); Lahainarestoration.org ARBOR DAY GARDEN EXPO & TREE GIVEAWAY - NOV 5. The expo will feature horticultural tree and plant care lectures, educational booths, a plant sale, activities, and a giveaway of more than 1,000 Hawaiian trees. The Mālama i ka ʻāina award will also be presented. 9am-2pm. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (150 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului); Arbordayexpo.com

Steaks Salads Seafood Sandwiches Fresh Fish and more!

Gluten Free, Vegan & Vegetarian Options!

Fresh Fish - Steak & Ribs Chicken - Salads - Vegetarian & Gluten Free Options Shakes, Floats & Sundaes

Located in the Heart of Lahaina, Across from the Banyan Tree Wharf Cinema Center • 658 Front St. Lahaina, HI

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MEET THE AUTHOR - NOV 5. University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Librarian, Brian Richardson will share and discuss his book Index to the Lahaina News (1979-2003), The Lahaina Sun (1970-19736), and the Lahaina Times (19801983, limited issues). The index provides a snapshot of West Maui through editorial and corporate lens of the local newspaper.

It allows one to trace the civil, social, and political and landscape changes of Lahaina over recent decades – hotels, tourism and real estate, while sporadically mentioning land rights, Hawaiian sovereignty, and poverty and social issues. 2:30-3:30pm.

Lāhainā Library (680 Wharf St., Lāhainā); Librarieshawaii.org/events

WILDLIFE WEDNESDAYS - Join naturalists from the Hawaiʻi Wildlife Discovery Center and learn all about humpback whales, honu, monk seals, and more Maui wildlife.

Wednesdays, 10am-12pm. Whalers Village (2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com

GOODFIX SPAY + NEUTER CLINIC NOV 10-13. The Maui Humane Society is joining forces with the Greater Good/ Good Fix Team to offer FREE cat spay and neuter services to the community. 7am3pm. Central Maui - (exact location TBD); Mauihumanesociety.org

KEIKI KINE

MAUKA CONSERVATION AWARENESS TRAINING - NOV 16. Patty Miller, Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, will discuss her organizationʻs mission and work being done to research and protect humpback whales and other marine life in Maui Nui. Free. 9am-12pm. Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (726 S. Kīhei Rd.); Mauimauka.org TOMMY BAHAMA MOVIE NIGHT - Bring your family, friends, and beach chairs and enjoy complimentary movies. Go online for movie schedule. Mondays-Fridays, 6:30-9pm. Whalers Village (2435 Kaʻanapali Pkwy.); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com

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COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

MAUI TECHIES MEETUP - OCT 24.

Whether you are just beginning or already an expert in your field, or if technology is your hobby, join in an evening filled with conversations about all things techie. 5-7pm.

Gilligans Bar & Grill (470 Lipoa Pkwy., Kīhei); 808-868-0988; Gilligansmaui.com KEIKI CLUB - OCT 15. Learn about the vast sea life of Hawaiʻi with one of Maui Ocean Center’s marine naturalists. Enter to win giveaways and enjoy family-friendly festivities! 10-11am. Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (275 Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808877-3369; Queenkaahumanucenter.com STEP BY STEP: A HONOLULU THEATRE FOR YOUTH PRODUCTION - OCT 18.

Taking care of one another and making healthy choices can be fun for the whole family if you take it step by step, together.

Join The Gardener for a whimsical adventure about figuring out what you need to grow.

Keiki will dance, laugh, and sing along, while learning about the importance of eating well, being active, and making time for those we love. 4pm. Kīhei Library (35 Waimahaihai St, Kīhei); Librarieshawaii.org/events ALPHABET ROCKERS - OCT 21. A children’s music collective based in

Submit your testimony, and review videos and other materials during this month's South Maui (CPAC) Meeting. See details on page 34.

Oakland, California will be presenting music from their Grammy-nominated albums.

Inspiring kids and families to stand up to hate and be their brave and beautiful selves, their contemporary sound and positive messages to help shape a more equitable world through hip-hop music and dance!

Event is free, but reservations are required. $5:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (1 Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

‘OHANA & KEIKI EXCHANGE - NOV 5.

Take what you need, bring what you can.

Kids grow, clothes don’t. Families can bring new and gently-used clothes for all genders, sizes from birth to 6xl, toys, books, games, and baby items—and get what others don’t need anymore. All items are high quality and sorted before being put out. 7am-12:30pm. Kihei Lutheran Church (220 Moi Pl., Kīhei); Facebook.com/OKEMaui

TINKER TUESDAYS! - NOV 1. In this fun after school program keiki can use their creativity and imagination! Materials, toys and tools will be available to learn, create, explore, collaborate, and share. 2:303:30pm. Lāhainā Library (680 Wharf St., Lāhainā); Librarieshawaii.org/events

HOLOHOLO KAʻA MAUI - NOV 6. Keiki can climb in, check out and learn about kalaka nui (big truck)! ʻAha Punana Leo O Maui will hold a day of fun for the keiki to be able to explore vehicles of all kinds, from first responders, to construction, to farm equipment. Maui Humane Society will also be there with their Humane Enforcement

Officer truck. 9am-1pm. University of Hawaiʻi Maui College (310 Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); Ahapunanaleo.org

hotel reservations are available online.

Fairmont Kea Lani (4100 Wailea Alanui Dr.); Mauicardiovascularsymposium.com

BARISTAS & BOOKS - NOV 15. Keiki and their guardian can enjoy storytime & activities at the Apuakehau Park. Refreshment provided by Starbucks! All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

2:30-4pm. Lāhainā Library (680 Wharf St., Lāhainā); Librarieshawaii.org/events

WELLNESS CONFERENCE - OCT 29 & 30. Well-known and highly educated experts in the field of quantum & holistic health from around the country will share their knowledge, experience and stories of health and healing. $99. Health HI (255 E. Waiko Rd., Waikapu); Health-hi.com/ conference

ULTIMATE TODDLER TRAMPOLINE TIME - Bring your keiki to burn off that energy while having tons of fun. $22-$40.

Kama‘āina: $17-$35. Socks required or purchase for $2. Mondays, Fridays & Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Ultimate Air Trampoline Park (21 La‘a St., Wailuku); 808214-JUMP; Ultimateairmaui.com KEIKI NATURE DAY CAMP - Come join accredited educators and experienced camp counselors in a day of gardening, arts & crafts, outdoor games, fire-building, nature skills and more. Select Saturdays, 9am-3pm. Laulima Garden Ohana (Haʻiku); Laulimagardenohana.com

HEALTH & WELLNESS 21ST MAUI CARDIOVASCULAR SYMPOSIUM - OCT 12-15. Providence Heart Institute, Pacific Heart Institute, and San Diego Medical Program invites you to join a faculty of experts.

Topics will include heart failure, EP, interventional cardiology, vascular disease, cardiovascular surgery, management of lipids, sleep apnea, women’s cardiovascular issues, and Kawasaki disease. Agenda, faculty affiliations, and

OUTDOOR YOGA - Breathe ocean air as you practice gentle yoga postures and breathing techniques. No experience needed. Taught by an experienced, certified yoga teacher. $10. Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8-9:15am. Waipuilani Park (1075 Uluniu Rd., Kīhei); 808-214-2766; Easyyogamaui.com YOGA FOR CANCER WARRIORS AND SURVIVORS - Designed to strengthen and lengthen while connecting mind, body and breath. All postures and moves can be modified to meet your needs that day.

Mondays, 6-7pm. Imua Physical Therapy.

(411 Huku Liʻi Pl., Kīhei); 808-879-0077; Imuapt.com QIGONG ON THE LAWN - Class focuses on releasing stagnant energy and filling up with new energy for health and vitality. $5. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-8am.

Imua Discovery Garden (Koeli & Aupuni St., Wailuku); Lennamiller.com; lenna@ lennamiller.com EXERCISE AND MOVEMENT CLASS - Anyone afflicted with Parkinson’s, as well as caregivers, are welcome to attend.

Free. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10-11am.

Risa Pascal (11 Mahaolu St., Kahului); 808-281-1224; risa.pascal@gmail.com SACRED PLANT MEDICINE YOGA - Join Bre Wolfe and experience plant medicine. $20. Tuesdays, 4pm. Wailea Healing Center (120 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808-344-4788; Waileahealingcenter.com THE MANIFESTATION WORKOUT - Learn fundamentals of yogic principles and merge them with the fun practicality of dancebased fitness. Access to virtual classes is available as well. $22. Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am. Wailea Healing Center (120 Kaukahi St., Wailea); Joiefullee.com BELLY DANCING - Get fit and feel fantastic with Jade Rose while waking up the dancer within. $15. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm. Wailea Healing Center (120 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808-205-2005; Waileahealingcenter.com SELF-CARE SUPPORT GROUP - Join Sandra Diaz, LCSW, on a self-care journey. $25. Thursdays, 5-6pm. Mindful Living Group (1300 Holopono Rd., Kīhei); 808-2069371; Mindfullivinggroup.org

LOCAL SPORTS

VISSLA / HI TECH / LOPEZ SURFBASH XXXIII - NOV 12 & 13. To promote the growth, competitive success, and positive image of surfing on Maui and to provide the best possible experience for all participants by encouraging, developing, advancing, administrating the sport, preparing Maui’s youth for a professional career in surfing, and producing champions. Registration closes November 11, 11:59pm. Hoʻokipa Beach Park (Mile 9, Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia); Hsamaui org

MAUI PADDLE & CANOE CLUBS Paddling enthusiasts can join clubs across the island to share their love of rowing and the water. A dozen clubs for various skill and experience levels can be found on the North Shore and East, West, and South sides. A list of clubs with contact information can be found at: Mauipaddle.com PICKLEBALL - Games are played at the following locations: Wailuku’s War Memorial Complex (upper tennis courts), Fridays-Sundays, 7:45-11am; Tuesday & Thursdays, 4:30-8:30pm; and a novice/ beginner only session on Wednesdays, 7:45-10:30am. Lāhainā Civic Center, daily, 7-11am & 4-9:30pm. The Napili Park courts are available daily, 7am-7pm (no set pickleball times). Waipuilani Park in Kīhei, daily, 8am-noon & 4-7pm. Kula Community Center, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8am-noon.

Eddie Tam Gym in Makawao, Wednesdays, 9-11:30am. Everyone from experienced players to beginners are welcome.

NATURE ADVENTURES

HAWAIIAN BOTANICALS FARM TOUR OCT 31. Join Uncle George Kahumoku, Jr. Learn the cultural and nutritional benefits of farming and become familiar with ancient Polynesian canoe plants. For lunch, pick vegetables right from the garden and enjoy George’s Grammy-winning songs. $250. 7am-12pm. Cliffs at Kahakuloa (555 Kaukini Lp., Wailuku); 808-280-9948; Kahumoku.com

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stewardship. Fridays, 8am-12pm, and every third Saturday, 8-11am. Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes Base Yard (Halewaiu Rd., Waiheʻe); 808-744-AINA; Hilt.org HONOKOWAI VALLEY - Join regular maintenance projects dedicated to preserving the valley. Saturdays. Maui Cultural Lands (1 Puʻukoliʻi Rd., Lāhainā); 808-276-5593; EkoluMCL@hawaii.rr.com; Mauiculturallands.org

LIVE MUSIC CENTRAL

DA PLAYGROUND - Fri, Sat & Sun: various times. (300 Maʻalaea Rd.); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com

This month “Ke Kani Hone O Wailea'' features multiple Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner Josh Tatofi. See details on page 29.

FAMILY TOUR DAYS - NOV 5 & 6. On the slopes of Haleakalā offers some of the freshest food on Maui. Grab the ʻohana to tour the farm while also enjoying music and Thai food. Free. 8am-5pm. Maui Nui Farm (151 Pulehunui Rd., Kula); 808-280-6166; Mauinuifarm.com REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE FARM TOUR - Visit a working farm and learn about stewardship models of soil fertility, composting, animal husbandry, and beekeeping. $20-45. Call for availability.

Maui Bees (150 Pulehunui Rd., Kula); 808-280-6652; Mauibees.com PETTING ZOO TOUR - Meet, feed and play with the many animals and earn about their life stages. $25. Mondays-Sundays, 9:30-11am; Tuesday & Thursday, 4:30-6pm.

Maui Animal Farm (264 Haniu St., Lāhainā); 808-280-2597; Mauianimalfarm.com SUGAR MUSEUM TOUR - Home to a wide variety of exhibits, explore and learn about sugar and plantation history. MondaysWednesdays, 10am-2pm. Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum (3957 Hansen Rd., Puʻunene); Sugarmuseum.com CASUAL DAIRY TOUR - See modern milking machines and view inside the dairy operations for a quick glimpse into the cheesemaking process. $12-18. TuesdaysSaturdays, 9:30am-3pm. Surfing Goat Dairy (3651 Ōmaʻopio Rd. Kula); 808-878-2870; Surfinggoatdairy.com TROPICAL EXPRESS TOUR - All aboard the tropical express! Loop around the lagoon and cruise through parts of the plantation, smell the flowers, see the fresh fruit, hear the stories, and ask questions! $12.50-25. Tuesdays-Sundays, 10am4pm. Maui Tropical Plantation (1670 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Waikapū); 808-633-2464; Mauitropicalplantation.com INTERACTIVE FARM TOUR - Learn about gardening techniques that can help any backyard garden, and have something fun for the whole family to do. Select Saturdays, 9-10:30am. Laulima Garden Ohana (Haʻiku); Laulimagardenohana.com

VOLUNTEERING

PULEHU ROAD CLEANUP EVENT - NOV 5. Pick your team! Assist in offloading collected materials at the Malama Maui Nui transfer & disposal station, join Pulehu Posse at the top of the road, or Full Circle Ocean

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Gear at the bottom and stage materials for pick up on the roadside. 8-11am.

Register online for team meet up locations.

Malamamauinui.org/volunteer NUʻU REFUGE - NOV 5. Volunteers help with restoration and conservation projects, land stewardship, assist with events, complete office tasks, and collaborate on special projects. 9am-12pm. Nuʻu Refuge (Mile 31, Piʻilani Hwy, Hāna); Hilt.org/nuu

LAS PIÑATAS OF MAUI - Sun: 7-9pm.

(395 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808-877-8707; Pinatasmaui.com MAUI COFFEE ATTIC - Daily: various times.

(59 Kanoa St., Wailuku); 808-250-9555; Mauicoffeeattic.com

NORTH

WAIHEʻE COASTAL DUNES & WETLAND REFUGE - Volunteers will help with restoration and conservation projects, land

WEST

CANE & CANOE - Daily: 4-9pm. Montage Kapalua Bay (1 Bay Dr., Kapalua); 808-6626627; Montagehotels.com COOL CAT CAFE - Thu-Sun: 6:30-8:30pm.

(658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-667-0908; Coolcatcafe.com DOWN THE HATCH - Daily: 8-10am & 3-5pm. (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808661-4900; DTHmaui.com DUKE’S BEACH HOUSE - Daily: 5:30-8pm.

(130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali); 808-6622900; Dukesmaui.com

HANA HOU BAR - Daily: 4:30-6:30pm.

Montage Kapalua Bay (1 Bay Dr., Kapalua); 808-662-6627; Montagehotels.com

DIAMONDS ICE BAR - Sat & Sun: 10am12pm. (1279 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-874-9299

OLOWALU CULTURAL RESERVE - Learn about the environment and the culture of Native Hawaiian land and practices, while malama ‘āina. Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Sign up online. Kipukaolowalu.com

MAHALO ALEWORKS - Mon & Thu: 6-8pm; Sun: 5-7pm. (30 Kupaoa St., Makawao); Mahaloaleworks.com

FARM STAND FOOD TRUCK COURT - Fri: 6-9pm. (111 Stable Rd., Spreckelsville).

FARM VOLUNTEERING - In search of hands and hearts to help with projects around the farm. Gardening, animal care, carpentry, repair & maintenance, invasive plant removal and more. Mondays & Wednesdays, 9am. Leilani Farm Sanctuary (260 E. Kuiaha Rd., Haʻiku); 808-298-8544; Leilanifarmsanctuary.org

WEED AND POT CLUB - Volunteers will help to maintain the public native Hawaiian plant garden by weeding and then potting up plants in the nursery. Wednesdays, 8:30-10:30am. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (150 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului); 808-249-2798; MNBG.org

UPCOUNTRY

FLEETWOOD’S ON FRONT ST. - Daily: 7:30-9:30pm. (744 Front St., Lāhainā); 808669-6425; Fleetwoodsonfrontstreet.com

ISLAND FRESH CAFE - Sun: 12:30-2:30pm; Wed: 11:30am-1:30pm; Sat: 12:30-2:30pm.

(381 Baldwin Ave., Pāʻia); 808-446-0298; Islandfreshmaui.com

EVENING CHORES AND MILKING - Assist in the evening chores, learn to hand milk a goat, then help with the evening feedings and learn about goat cheeses and how they are made. $20-25. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 3:30pm.

Surfing Goat Dairy (3651 Ōmaʻopio Rd., Kula); 808-878-2870; Surfinggoatdairy.com

WHAT ALES YOU - Wed: 6-8pm; Fri: 6:309pm. (1913 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-214-6581; Whatalesyoukihei.com

AUMAKUA KAVA LOUNGE - Wed & Sat: 7:30-9:30pm. (149 Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia); Aumakuakava.com

MAUI CAT LOUNGE VOLUNTEERS - Do you like kitties? Volunteers help with cleaning and sanitizing the cat room, scooping litter, giving the cats food and water, performing wellness checks on the cats and other special projects as needed. Sign up online.

Cat Café Maui at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (275 W. Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului); Catcafemaui.com

THE MAUI FARM’S PROGRAMS - Seeking volunteers to assist in service delivery and the maintenance of farm and campus.

ITuesdays-Fridays, 9am-12pm. The Maui Farm (100 Ike Dr., Makawao); 808-579-8271; Themauifarm.org

THE SHOPS AT WAILEA - Wed: 4:30-6pm.

(3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com

HUIHUI RESTAURANT - Daily: 2-5pm & 5:30-8:30pm. (2525 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-667-0124; Huihuirestaurant.com

PA‘IA BAY COFFEE BAR - Tue-Sat: 5-7pm; Sun: 11am-1pm. (115 Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia); 808-578-3111; Paiabaycoffee.com

HULA GRILL - Fri-Wed: 2-4pm & 6:30-9pm.

(2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-667-6636; Hulagrillkaanapali.com

SOUTH

INU POOL BAR - Sun-Wed: 3:30-5:30pm.

The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas (945 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali); 808-662-6300; Westinvacationclub.com

GILLIGANS BAR & GRILL - Tue: 5:30pm & Thu: 5pm. (470 Lipoa Pkwy., Kīhei); 808-868-0988; Gilligansmaui.com HALE KAVA - Sat & Sun: 8-10pm. (1794 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-344-0427 LUANA - Wed & Fri: 5-8pm. Fairmont Kea Lani (4100 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-875-4100; Fairmont-kea-lani.com MAUI BREWING CO. - Daily: 6:30-8:30pm.

(605 Lipoa Pkwy., Kīhei); 808-201-2337; Mauibrewingco.com MONKEYPOD KITCHEN - Daily: 12-2pm & 6-8pm. (10 Wailea Gateway Pl.); 808891-2322; Monkeypodkitchen.com MULLIGANS ON THE BLUE - Daily: 6-8pm.

(100 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808-874-1131; Mulligansontheblue.com NALUʻS SOUTH SHORE GRILL - Sun, Thu & Fri: 6:30pm; Mon-Wed & Sat: 7:30pm. (1280 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-891-8650; Naluskihei.com ʻOHANA SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL Daily: 6-9:30pm. (1945 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808868-3247; Ohanaseafoodbarandgrill.com PITA PARADISE - Sun: 6-8:30pm.

(34 Wailea Ike Dr.); 808-879-7177; Pitaparadisehawaii.com SOUTH SHORE TIKI LOUNGE - Daily: 4-6pm. (1913 S. Kīhei Rd.); 808-874-6444; Southshoretiki.com

JAVA JAZZ - Daily: 7-10pm. (350 Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd., Honokowai); 808-6670787; Javajazzmaui.com KIMO’S - Daily: 6-8pm. (845 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-4811; Kimosmaui.com KOHOLĀ BREWERY - Sun, Wed, Fri & Sat: 6-8pm; Mon & Thu: 4-6pm; . (915 Honoapiʻilani Hwy., Lāhainā); 808-446-3007; Koholabrewery.com MALA TAVERN - Daily: 2-4pm. (1307 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-667-9394; Malatavern.com MONKEYPOD KITCHEN - Daily: 1-3pm, 4-6pm & 7-9pm. (2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-878-6763; Monkeypodkitchen.com THE DIRTY MONKEY - Daily: 3-5pm & 6-8pm. (844 Front St., Lāhainā); 808419-6268; Thedirtymonkey.com THE POUR HOUSE RESTAURANT Fri-Sun: 5-9pm. (700 Office Rd., Kapalua); 808-214-5296; Thepourhousekapalua.com THE WHARF CINEMA CENTER - MonThu: 5-7pm. (658 Front St., Lāhainā); 808-661-8748; Thewharfshops.com To see a full list of events visit our website at calendar.mauitimes.org Submit your upcoming events to shan@mauitimes.org

‘Tis the season Help Maui’s local businesses and non-profit organizations this holiday season.

Our special SHOP LOCAL and CHARITY GIFT GUIDE is coming soon, and will be distributed on the streets of Maui just in time for the upcoming holidays. Speak to our readers about the spirit of giving and how to keep their hard-earned dollars right here on Maui.

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DEADLINE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH PUBLISHES ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH

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