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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: What are you looking forward to the most in 2015?

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Editor: Anthony Pignataro (808) 283-1308 / anthony@mauitime.com @apignataro on Twitter Writing novel #3

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Culinary, Lifestyle & Business Editor: Jennifer Russo (808) 280-3286 / jen@mauitime.com @jenrusso on Twitter Sunshine and rainbows Advertising Executive: Brad Chambers (808) 283-3260 / brad@mauitime.com The further decline of Western Civilization Art Director & Production Manager: Darris Hurst artdirector@mauitime.com / darrishurst.com The return of the Large Hadron Collider Graphic Designer: Shane Fontanilla 2016 Photographer: Sean Michael Hower mauiweddingmedias.com / howerphotography.com Surfing more Contributors: Jenn Brown, Caeriel Crestin, Soleil De Zwart, Suzanne Kayian, Andrew Miller, Alex Mitchell, Ron Pitts, Marina Satoafaiga, Chuck Shepherd, Barry Wurst II, Dayna Yamasaki

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For her Advanced Placement World History class at Magnolia (Texas) West High School in December, Reagan Hardin constructed an elaborate diorama of a Middle Ages farm–which her dog ate on the night before it was due. Veterinarian Carl Southern performed the necessary scoping-out on Roscoe, extracting the plastic chicken head, horse body, sheep and pig, along with wire that held the display together. Warned Dr. Southern: “Don’t put anything past your dog. We all say my dog would never eat that, and that’s the main thing he’ll eat.”

Jose Manuel Marino-Najera filed a lawsuit in Tucson, Arizona, in December against the U.S. Border Patrol because a K-9 dog had bitten his arm repeatedly during an arrest. Marino-Najera, illegally in the U.S., had been found sleeping under a tree near the Mexican border, holding 49 pounds of marijuana. And Ms. Emerald White, owner of four pit bulls declared “dangerous” by Texas City, Texas, after they mauled a neighbor’s beagle to death, filed a lawsuit in November against the grieving neighbor.

White said she had been injured trying to restrain her dogs in the skirmish, which had been facilitated by the neighbor’s failure to fix their common fence.

SHE DOES JEWELERY RIGHT Meg C Jewelry Gallery of Lexington, Kentucky, introduced a limited line of Kentucky-centric gold-plated necklaces and earrings in June (recently touted for Christmas!)–each dangling with genuine Kentucky Fried Chicken bones. All stems were picked clean from KFC wings, washed, dried, sealed with varnish and conductive paint, copper-electroformed, and then electroplated with 14k gold.

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“Ethical” fur designer Pamela Paquin debuted the first of her anticipated line of roadkill furs recently–raccoon neck muffs (“I can literally take two raccoons and put them butt to butt (so they) clasp neck to neck”) that will sell for around $1,000.

Raccoons yield “luscious” fur, she said, but her favorite pelt is otter. The Massachusetts woman leaves her card with various New England road crews (“Hi, my name is Pamela. Will you call me when you have roadkill?”) and does business under the name Petite Mort (“little death” in French, but also, she said, a euphemism for a woman’s post-orgasm sensations).

PINTEREST PERKS Not too long ago, “generous” job perquisites were, perhaps, health insurance and little more, but Silicon Valley startups now race to outdo each other in dreaming up luxuries to pamper workers. A November Wall Street Journal report noted that the photo-sharing service Pinterest offers employee classes in the martial art “muay thai” and in August brought in an “artisanal jam maker” to create after-work cocktails–a far cry from most workplaces, which offer, perhaps, a vending machine downstairs. (Several companies have hired hotel-concierge professionals to come manage their creative add-ons.) Not every perk is granted, though: Pinterest turned down an employee’s request to install a zip line directly to a neighborhood bar.

NOT AS STURDY AS THEY USED TO BE Some students at Harvard, Columbia and Georgetown law schools demanded in December that professors postpone final exams because those lawyers-intraining were too traumatized by the grand jury decisions in Ferguson, Missouri, and New York City, which cost them sleep and made them despair of the legal system’s lack of integrity. (Critics cited by Bloomberg Business Week suggested that lawyers who cannot function at a high level in the face of injustice might fare poorly in the profession.)

DON’T GET DIVORCED IN NEW JERSEY Caitlyn Ricci, 21 and estranged from her divorced parents, availed herself this year of a quirky New Jersey law that requires divorced parents to provide for their children’s college educations (even though Caitlyn was a toddler at the time of the divorce, chose a more expensive out-of-state college, and already had a blemished community-college record).

Mom Maura McGarvey (who claims to be especially hard-hit by the tuition bill) and Dad Michael Ricci are helping sponsor “corrective” legislation–because, generally, parents are not required to pay for college (but in New Jersey, divorced parents are).

THE CONTINUING CRISIS Historians at the Wellcome Collection museum in London placed on display in November their rendition of the “orgone energy accumulator” developed in the 1940s by psychoanalyst Wilhelm Reich, who thought it could stimulate orgasms for those who sat inside one. (The device is thought to have inspired the “Orgasmatron” in the Woody Allen movie “Sleeper.” Among 1950s-era “testers,” Albert Einstein is said to have panned it, but not author J.D. Salinger.) The museum’s curator tried to lower expectations–that visitors should expect a historic sex “education” and not a sexual experience. ■

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his was a year of great storms, both political and climatic. It’s the year we got the new governor that apparently everyone wanted, and the year some of Maui’s most powerful and infamous police officers decided to hang up their badges (some more willing than others).

This was the year Kimo Apana attempted to make a big comeback, while voters made Governor Neil Abercrombie take an early exit.

The year was marked by a tragic accidents, high-profile lawsuits, bad environmental news, historic political upsets, far-reaching new laws and the rise of a powerful grassroots movement that genuinely scared Maui’s political establishment and set the entire county down a road no one’s really traveled down before. If next year is anything like this one, it’s going to be a hell of a ride.

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Maui Nui Botanical Gardens begins charging a modest admission fee. It’s just $5 per person, but it’s the first time the botanical garden has found the need to charge visitors since it opened in 1976... First Lady Michelle Obama apparently hangs with Oprah Winfrey in Kula for a few days, and the whole island goes nuts over it... Remember James “Kimo” Apana? He used to be Maui County Mayor, and before that, a Maui County Councilman. Known for being unusually close to land developers (even for this place), Apana ultimately lost his bid for reelection in 2002 and kind of laid low ever since. Well, now he’s back, announcing that he’s running against newbie state Rep. Justin Woodson for Kahului seat. Politcos predict that the wily veteran Apana will roll over Woodson,

who’s never been elected to anything... State Senators Will Espero, Brickwood Galuteria and Roz Baker sponsor a bill (SB 2590) that would prohibit cops from consuming alcohol or drugs while carrying a gun. I mean, this is a no-brainer, right? For any other state in the union, sure, this would be a no-brainer. But here in Hawaii, it’ll probably lose... At the end of the month, workers break ground on a new Target in Pu‘unene. Sorry Wal-Mart haters: it won’t be open until March 2015…

The first campaign spending reports are out for state and local races, and they show that incumbent Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa has solidified a commanding lead in fundraising (that his highest profile opponent so far is county lifeguard/Save Honolua activist Tamara Paltin says a lot).

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Neldon “TAGUMAWatch” Mamuad

ficer who got addicted to meth a few years ago, covered it up by telling her colleagues on the force that she had cancer, then got arrested, tried and convicted of a huge array of drug crimes? Yeah, she’s got a new memoir out–published by big time firm Touchstone even–that retails for $24.99. Cops always tell us crime doesn’t pay, right? Yeah, right.... Those looking for something a bit more intellectual in their reading selections might take a look at archaeologist Patrick Vinton Kirch’s new book Kua‘aina Kahiko, a wonderfully detailed look at Maui’s sparse, remote Kahikinui region… After decades of fighting, the state Commission on Water Resources Management orders that Wailuku Water Co. start returning water to the Iao, Waihe‘e, Waiehu and Waikapu streams…

Speaking of historic rulings, a six-week trial ends this month with a jury ruling that Old Haleakala Trail is public, just like the good folks at the nonprofit Public Access Trails Hawaii have been saying for years. So that means we can all start hiking the old trail, right? Right?... Then at the last minute, the state Legislature votes to restore some of the Transient

Mayor Arakawa appears in a special performance of the Maui Onstage play The Worthmores. The play is written by local author Tom Althouse, who achieved national prominence back in 2013 for suing Warner Brothers, alleging that the studio stole The Matrix series from him… Apparently, Hawaii Continued on Page 8 residents love their guns–and love getting new guns even better. In fact, a new report from the state Attorney General’s office states that firearm registration has been steadily increasing in Hawaii over the last 14 years. “From 2000 to 2013, the number of statewide permit applications processed increased 350.8%, the number of firearms registered increased 446.2%, and the number of firearms imported increased 426.1%,” states an April. 3 press release from the AG’s office…

You guys never really cared about the Na Koa Ikaika Maui baseball team, right?

Oh, you did? Well, apparently not enough, because team owner Bob Young says he can’t afford to field the team this season…

This photo got Mayor Alan Arakawa reelected Remember Allison Moore?

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approval for recycling among Maui County residents, it’s nice to hear he understands the importance of recycling… The state Land Use Commission rules that the big Kihei Mega Malls plan (700,000 square feet of retail and 250 affordable homes) put forth by Eclipse Development and Honuaula Partners violates conditions the LUC imposed on the land back in 1995. Goodfellow Brothers, which was supposed to start construction, wastes no time in announcing layoffs… That’s bad, but the state has its hands full with a new bill from House Rep. James Kunane Tokioka, D–Kauai.

HB 293 would designate Flavobacterium akiainvivens as Hawaii’s official state microbe…

Longtime Maui Humane Society executive director Jocelyn Bouchard announces that she’s trading Maui for Oahu, where she’ll soon start work as director of operations at the Hawaiian Humane Society… Mayor Alan Arakawa holds a huge $75/head fundraiser at the Grand Wailea. Andy Bumatai is scheduled to provide entertainment, and there’s even an after-party at the Grand’s Tsunami nightclub, though that

MARCH MAUIWatch founder Neldon “AZD” Mamuad (who’s also a county Liquor Commissioner and part-time aide to Councilman Don Guzman) files a lawsuit against the County of Maui, alleging that they’re trying to kill his Facebook page and stifle his First Amendment rights. For their part, county officials say Mamuad was harassing Maui Police Officer Keith Taguma with his page (which, in truth, used to be named TAGUMAWatch) and was in violation of the county’s Violence in the Workplace Action Plan….

MauiTime publishes a long investigation into a mysterious spearpoint that two residents, Bryan Axtell and Trevor Carter, allegedly found while hiking through Haleakala crater back in 2009. The spearpoint, which seems to point to (sorry) early South American influence in Hawaii, is both the subject of an America Unearthed episode and the target of clandestine National Park Service investigators, who seize the spearpoint just days before show producers arrive on Maui.

Despite significant media attention, the Park Service refuses to say anything more about the spearpoint’s whereabouts or origin…

County officials announce that they’ll no longer require employees to fly inter-island commuter flights as part of their job…

County prosecutors dismiss their case against now-former MPD Officer Nelson Johnson, though he remains terminated from county employment… The State announces that it will spend $4,789,771 to renovate Kahului Airport’s restrooms. If that seems like a lot of money, just remember that the money is needed to “eliminate [the] outdated institutional environment and replace it a new design concept that provides a Hawaiian sense of place and gives the appearance of a worldclass facility,” according to Justin Fujioka, a spokesman for Governor Neil Abercrombie.

“Improvements will include adding air conditioning, improved lighting, minimizing

grout, replacing toilets and fixtures, and the use of native woods and finishes, which will result in a more pleasing environment that will also be easier to clean and be sustainable”...You guys knew that cops in Hawaii could bang hookers as long as it was in the line of duty, right? Whaaaat?? Turns out that a quirk in state law says that cops can, indeed, have sex with prostitutes as long as it was, you know, official. When state lawmakers tried to get that changed to regulations that more closely resemble those in use in the other 49 states, the cops balked. “Codifying the limitations on an officer’s conduct would greatly assist pimps and prostitutes in their efforts to avoid prosecution,” Honolulu vice cop Jason Kawabata wrote in his testimony against the bill… On the last day of March, everyone on the island got a lesson in sound business plans when The Color Run held one of their many, many events on Maui. Seriously, the organizers of this thing are geniuses. First they charge people about $50 to enter, which means run a 5K while splashing cornstarch on everyone. Then they donate $40 to a charity (in this case, Maui United Way) for every volunteer who shows up. Since 200 came to volunteer, that meant the charity got $8,000– which The Color Run could easily pay, since 5,700 people came to run. That meant The Color Run–a for-profit corporation, natch– made about a $250,000.

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Something weird’s going on over at the county Parks Department. Director Glenn Correa suddenly goes on administrative leave pending a Maui Police investigation into alleged corruption at the county golf course?

Say what?... Oh, and SB 2590 looks like it’s stuck in committee, quite possibly because police chiefs across the state opposed it. In fact, Maui Police Chief Gary Yabuta outdid himself with this creative reason to trash the bill: “[P]assage of this bill could potentially be a safety issue for off-duty officers that are at an establishment where alcohol is served, but they themselves may not be drinking,”Yabuta wrote in a Feb. 4 letter to two Senate committees. “Criminals may feel that it would be an opportune time to attack an officer and his/ her family because they have now been cited by this bill as being unarmed and vulnerable.”

Oh, that Yabuta–please, Chief, never retire…

During his Feb. 6 State of the County address, Mayor Arakawa says he hopes “to make Maui County a zero-waste community, where we reuse and recycle instead of trash and bury.”

Strong words, but given the near-universal

will cost attendees an extra $20… But it’s not all fun and games for the administration. On Feb. 26, a Maui Air chartered Piper Chieftan crashes shortly after takeoff from Lanai. Of the six on board, three are killed and three are badly injured. Five of the six people on board are county employees, who were returning to Maui after a Lanai Planning Commission meeting. For grieving staffers who knew the dead and injured, the mayor’s press conference the next day is a tearful event. Coming so close after a Makani Air crash off Molokai that killed state Health Director Loretta Fuddy, numerous staffers tell me that they’re scared of having to take so many commuter flights… The County of Maui fires Maui Police Officer Nelson Johnson, who was arrested a few months ago for alleged child abuse… Maui Community College Chancellor Clyde Sakamoto announces that he’s retiring after 23 years at the school.

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Accommodations Tax (TAT) monies that the state start gobbling up during the bad times of 2010. Before then, the County of Maui could expect about 44.8 percent of the TAT, which was good money. After, that percentage went to zero. Well, now the county can get at least some of that money back–22.8 percent.

For the first time in a long time, the news– bad as it was–brought Mayor Arakawa and Councilman Mike White onto the same page.

Chief GaryYabuta, double dipper

Both called the decision “disappointing”...You know what’s disappointing? SB 2590 is still stuck in committee, and will likely be there for the rest of the session. So it goes.

MAY Patricia Rabellizsa was just 29 on May 1. That’s the day she, for whatever reason, falls to her death from a Pi‘iholo Zipline platform in Makawao, where she was working. Though there are immediate calls for the state to start regulating the zipline industry (which, though it has had at least one employee fatality in the past few years, has never lost a customer). Of course, state bureaucrats then start squabbling about who exactly would do the regulating, how much regulation is necessary and, of course, how much would it all end up costing taxpayers. Considering that about 700,000 people ride ziplines in Hawaii every year without a death, it’s hard to believe anything will change…

So in the big race between rookie Democrat legislator Justin Woodson and veteran pol Kimo Apana, Woodson just came out swinging–and hit himself square in his own jaw. It all starts on May 9, when a member of Woodson’s staff sends out a press release titled “House Speaker [Joe] Souki Endorses Justin Woodson.”

Normally, this is the stuff of impending victories–assuming, of course, that said Speaker actually made the endorsement in question. Except in this case, he didn’t, which led to a “distressed” and “very disappointed” Souki telling The Maui News that he doesn’t play favorites in Primary races. With no other option, Woodson calls the whole thing “an honest and unfortunate miscommunication.” For a shark like Apana, there’s more than a few drops of blood in the water… Still with us? Good, because the County of Maui agrees to settle out of court with Neldon “TAGUMAWatch” Mamuad, expunging his record of any discipline he earned for hurting the feelings of poor Officer Keith Taguma and paying out $25,000. But when Mamuad announced after the settlement that he’d won a victory over a county that “violated my free speech rights” and tried to “censor” him, county spokesman Rod Antone fired back. “[T]he County remains firm in its stance that Mr. Mamuad should not have been allowed to conduct a personal vendetta against Officer Taguma, then proceed to lie about his intent by saying it was all in the name of the First Amendment,” Antone said in a May 9 county news release.

“That sort of blatant disregard for the truth goes against everything the First Amendment stands for in the first place”... After five years as Maui Police Chief, Gary Yabuta announces that he’s retiring–and taking a new job as director of an obscure antidrug office on Oahu. What’s even weirder is that the official hiring notice for the job of Director of the Hawaii High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) states the salary is $117,237 a year, while Yabuta’s police chief salary was $135,000 a year…

Equality Hawaii Foundation announces that since the state legalized same-sex marriage in December 2013, 1,417 same-

sex couples have gotten married here. Of those, 721 were between two men while 696 involved two women… Maui Police Commission Chairman Roger Dixon tells The Maui News that the panel is “raising the bar” in their all-out search for a new police chief. One of the higher standards–the commission will now require future chiefs to have 15 years experience in law enforcement. If this doesn’t seem like much, the old rule was that chiefs had to just have five years experience… On the last day of May, a judge in Honolulu rules that the County of Maui’s injecting of millions of gallons of wastewater into the ground at the Lahaina Wastewater Reclamation Facility is a violation of the federal Clean Water Act.

JUNE Early in the month, Congressional Representative Tulsi Gabbard, D–Hawaii, fires twin blasts at the Pentagon. First, over the service chief’s demand that military commanders have authority over investigations of alleged sexual assault involving their subordinates. “We must provide accountability, which includes ensuring an independent, transparent, fair process for all reports of sexual assault, outside of the chain of command,” Gabbard says in a June 4 news release. Gabbard went on to point out that in 2012, “71 service members were sexually assaulted every day” and “it’s our collective responsibility to bring an end to this epidemic, prosecute these offenders, and provide a safe environment for survivors of sexual assault.”

Two days later, she ripped the National Security Agency (NSA) for it’s super-scary PRISM program, which allows to federal government to wade barefoot through our email and phone records. “It is absolutely unacceptable for our

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since February, but now he’s “retiring.” As for the MPD investigation into the Parks Department, the police aren’t talking… I discover that back in May, state invasive species investigators found little fire ants at the new Andaz Maui Resort in Wailea. But their policy (which isn’t actually written down), is to keep the names of places that have little fire ant infestations confidential. Evidently not every official agrees with this, because I’m able to find out that the Andaz is the source after calling just one person. “The finding was extremely small and confined to a landscaped area of the property– less than 400 square feet on a 15-acre property,” a hotel spokesman later tells me… The state Department of Health’s Clean Air Branch hits Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar (HC&S) with fines totalling $1.3 million for violations in emissions and reporting from 2009 to 2013 at its Pu‘unene sugar mill… Neldon Mamuad decides to run for Maui County Mayor, but then fumbles the paperwork at the last minute.

Then he goes to court. At trial at the end of June, Judge Peter Cahill rejects his suit.

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JULY

Mmm... sweet HC&S smoke

AUGUST Hurricane Iselle hits Hawaii! Rather, it slams into the Puna District, gets torn up by the volcano there and then sputters away, having little if any affect on the rest of the state. Hurricane Julio, which was following close behind, ends up tracking far to the north, missing the state entirely. Two hurricanes in just a few days–what are the odds? Turns out, pretty good, with climate change and all. In fact, climate researchers tell us to get ready for “two-to-three-fold increase” in hurricane activity by the end of the century…

Speaking of hurricanes, much of Hawaii wonders what happened during the state’s Aug. 9 Primary Election, in which incumbent Gov. Abercrombie–one of the best known politicians in the state–loses overwhelmingly to an all-butunknown state senator named David Ige. It’s an historic loss, one that no political analyst predicted even a few days prior. “My theory is that Ige was encouraged to run as a shot across Abercrombie’s bow–a way to express displeasure that he did not pay proper respect to various [legislative] committee chairs,” UH Political Science Professor Colin Moore tells me after the election. “It was meant to be a strong message, and he won.” Incumbent U.S. Senator Brian Schatz barely defeats Primary challenger Colleen Hanabusa in a race that comes down to storm-ravaged Puna

Kaala Buenconsejo lost, then won

District on the Big Island. Nothing really else of note, except maybe that Justin Woodson wins!

Justin Woodson wins! Justin Woodson wins!...

Mana Magazine, a Honolulu-based bi-monthly publication that focuses on Hawaiian culture, ends its print run and goes all-digital. Though staffers spin the move as a positive, it’s hard to see how this does anything but hurt their circulation… Though he’s actually running unopposed this year, Maui County Councilmember Riki Hokama holds two fundraisers this month.

The first is an intimate $100/head dinner at the Yokouchi Family Estate in Wailuku, while the second is a lavish $1,000-$2,000/head deal at Morton’s Steakhouse in Honolulu. Wait, Honolulu? While Hokama still just represents Lanai, dollar amounts like that suggest he has far bigger plans in the future…

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tisers and exhaustion. The loss of Honolulu Weekly leaves MauiTime the only alt weekly left in Hawaii… The Primary Election races are heating up, and that means we’re getting deluged with endorsements (real ones, not fake Woodson ones). To start, we have Mayor Arakawa pronouncing former Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann his pick in the Hawaii Governor’s race. Mufi’s running as an independent this year because he couldn’t survive his last two primary races, but virtually no one’s picking this conservative pro-Superferry, antisame-sex marriage Democrat as the big winner in November. Of note, Arakawa made his endorsement public at the Oahu office of the State of Hawaii Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO), the all-powerful police union…

Speaking of SHOPO, they’re endorsing… wait for it… Arakawa for Mayor, saying he’s “always been supportive of the needs of the Maui Police Department”... Speaking of Arakawa, his support for his own Parks Director seems to have run out. Glenn Correa’s been on leave

On the second day of the month, Gov. Abercrombie does one of the best things of his administration by signing HB 2166 into law. The bill prohibits giving juvenile offenders life sentences without the possibility of parole. There don’t appear to be any juveniles currently serving such a sentence in Hawaii, but it will be good to have this sentencing option off the books… Going through recent campaign finance reports, I discover that Mayor Arakawa’s campaign spent a little more than $57,000 on their big Feb. 28 Grand Wailea shindig, while taking in on that day not quite $47,000.

Campaign treasurer Lynn Araki-Regan disputed this, saying “Many of the donations were after our 2/28/14 Gala.” Another attendee and Arakawa loyalist told a slightly different story, calling the event “a show of strength” that was put on simply to scare off potential challengers. Don’t scoff: Councilmembers Mike Victorino and Mike White–Arakawa’s most powerful critics–are staying out of the race… Judge Kelsey Kawano throws out the criminal case against MauiTime Publisher Tommy Russo, who was arrested two years ago for photographing cops during a high-profile traffic operation… With the county’s Parks Department in bad shape– and the parks themselves not doing much better–Councilman Don Guzman floats an unusual idea to help them: a “Park Volunteer Program.” Guzman’s office says this program would “allow” volunteers–ie, you and me–“to contribute to the maintenance, preservation, beautification, and improvement of County parks and beaches.” Aww, how thoughtful– we’d still pay for a Parks Department, but we’d get to do the work cleaning and maintaining the parks! Who wouldn’t love that?... Not sure if you’ve noticed, but it’s an odd lot running

against Mayor Arakawa this year.You’ve got lifeguard and Save Honolua activist Tamara Paltin, sure, but then you’ve also got individuals like Mauitopia author Ori Kopelman, spiritualist Alana Kay, convicted felon Nelson Waikiki and bong salesman Beau Hawkes–the last of which ends up arrested on July 23 after driving away from a Maui PD stop. And not just any arrest, either–guy is tazed in the street in Wailuku (which, of course, is captured on video). Oh, that has to be worth a few hundred votes at least… Campaign reports released at the end of the month show that Honolulu SuperPAC Forward Progress, which is entirely funded by powerful construction interests, has been spending big money in an attempt to get Maui County Councilmember Elle Cochran tossed out of office. Tens of thousands of dollars on polls and radio spots, both directed against Cochran and for her opponent, political newbie Ka‘ala Buenconsejo, who makes his living doing the marketing for a local restaurant consortium. Cochran speculates that the spending–which is all but unprecedented in local Maui politics–is due to her opposition to the further development of Olowalu.

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government to spy on millions of innocent Americans and indiscriminately obtain all of their cell phone records,” she said in another news release from her office. “This type of over-reach fuels the distrust people have in their government”... The SHAKA Movement, a grassroots organization that recently formed in Maui County, succeeds in getting their anti-GMO initiative approved for the November ballot. Their measure would impose a “moratorium” on the cultivation of genetically engineered seeds (they’re looking at you, Monsanto) until such time as the county produces health studies showing that they’re safe.

Most political watchers measure the scattered residents who make up SHAKA against the near-limitless political and financial power of companies like Monsanto (which grows a lot of GMO seed corn out here and on Molokai) and figure nothing will change... The Honolulu Weekly, an alternative weekly that’s been publishing for 23 years, goes out of business this month. Laurie Carlson, the founder and publisher, cites a diminished stable of adver-

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James “Duke” Aiona for governor. See, it’s not just alt weeklies like yours truly who back longshots in big races… Just for fun, we ran the numbers on Rick Chatenever’s name-dropping Maui News column, which has run each week since Jan. 28, just to see who he mentions the most. Surprise: Robert Stone and Tom Vendetti– who produced and directed, respectively, a film that Chatenever wrote–trumped the rest with seven mentions apiece.

SEPTEMBER

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While working on a big story about the militarization of the Maui Police Department,

Da new chief, Tivoli Faaumu

we discover that this month the PD has taken possession of a $17,000 tactical robot that can move through a building, climb stairs, open doors and even–should it be configured to do so–hold and use a gun. But don’t worry–Chief Yabuta said officers won’t ever put a pistol in the robot’s, er, claw: “we’re not using it for that purpose,” he told the Maui County Council Budget & Finance Committee back in 2013, though he declined to say exactly how they would use the robot… None of which really matters anyway, because this is the month that Maui gets a brand-new police chief. His name is Tivoli Faaumu, and he started work as Top Cop on Sept. 8. Coincidentally (or perhaps not), Faaumu–who was a mere captain serving as Patrol Commander in Kihei–was the only one of the many chief candidates who “reached out” to SHOPO, the union’s Maui Chapter chairman told the Maui Police Commission… Though they’re not running against each other, Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa gets into it good with Councilman Mike White over, what else, garbage. Arakawa says the budget the council approved has too little money for landfill operations, so he cut operating hours. In response, White and the rest of the council argued that there’s more than enough money there to make the landfill run on time. Arakawa even reportedly walked out of deliberations when things got too hot. Then White complained to The Maui News that the whole thing “has nothing to do with the budget [and] everything to

do with it being campaign season.” In reply, Arakawa’s office sent out a news release that helpfully pointed out that “If Mike White wanted to win the Primary Election [he came in second to former Councilman and current Arakawa aide Mike Molina] he should have paid more attention to the needs of constituents instead of pontificating on Akaku”... It’s looking like this nation is going to get involved in the nasty fighting in Syria and possibly even Iraq, and liberal U.S. Senator Brian Schatz is okay with that: “The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria–ISIS–cannot be ignored,” Schatz says in a Sept. 10 news release. Though he “opposes boots on the ground,” Schatz says “American air power can put pressure on ISIS fighters where they operate.” Now Congressional Representative Tulsi Gabbard (who is also a Democrat) wants to “destroy” ISIS, but not by arming Syrian rebels (though she does want to arm Kurdish rebels in Iraq).

Here we go again… A new Honolulu Civil Beat poll shows that though there are four men running for Hawaii Governor, just two are registering with voters: Democrat David Ige and Republican Duke Aiona. In fact, Ige– who is still a big unknown with most voters–is in the lead with 43 percent to Aiona’s 39 percent. Independent Mufi Hannemann (endorsed by Maui’s own Alan Arakawa!) and Libertarian Jeff Davis are pulling just singledigit poll numbers… Lanai owner Larry Ellison, who recently turned 70, is quitting his day job running the $185 billion corporation Oracle, which he founded 35 years ago…

The County Council’s Budget & Finance Committee reviews five proposals for its new million-dollar Economic Development Revolving Fund, which will hand out grants

in excess of $50,000 to for-profit projects that will “expand and hire new people,” according to Maui Mayor Arakawa. The projects under consideration for corporate welfare grants include Uptown Service, which wants $200,000 to convert its restaurant into “Da Car Wash Cafe” and Aumakua Holdings, which would like $250,000 “for equipment” for its still-under-construction brewery in Kihei… Oh, remember the troubles at the county Parks Department? Yeah, they still don’t have an official director.

OCTOBER A new photography exhibit at the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku attempts to bring the devastation–and splendor–of Kaho‘olawe to Maui residents… Lui Hokoana is named the new chancellor of UH Maui College. He’s been vice chancellor at UH’s West Oahu campus since 2013, and previously held the same job at Windward Community College… Good news, everyone! Kihei’s getting 68 new “luxury” homes! We know, it’s so much important to have those instead of useless trinkets like a high school. Development promotional materials say the new project–which is mauka of Pi‘ilani Highway over by the Maui Research & Technology Park–will have “breathtaking ocean, golf course, and sunset views, as well as a pool and hot tub complex with outdoor kitchen facilities”... On Oct. 15, Lt. Gov. Shan Tsutsui visits ILWU headquarters in Wailuku to sign Act 241 into law (Gov. Abercrombie apparently has the day off). That act authorizes the state to spend $20 million to buy Lipoa Point from Maui Land & Pineapple Company, which used to say it would protect that land forever, but then ran into serious financial trouble and threat-

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entire political establishment on Maui, the Maui anti-GMO initiative spurred by SHAKA Movement passes (barely, though: 50.2 percent to 47.9 percent). Every major news organization in the state, including the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Honolulu Civil Beat, Maui News and even this paper had editorialized that voters should reject the measure–it was based on bad science, it would needlessly cost jobs, it had nothing to do with curbing pesticide use–but in the end a majority voters (many of which came from Haiku, South Maui and the Westside) voted yes. Within hours the issue was in the courts, with SHAKA Movement preemptively filing the first lawsuit. Soon after Monsanto filed suit to have the whole thing thrown out of court, a judge ordered a stay on the measure until March and everyone settled in for a long legal battle… But the radicalism that caught so much attention on the GMO bill (nearly everyone on Maui who cast a ballot voted on the issue) didn’t spread to the rest of the election. With the exception of incumbents Kaniela Ing and Elle Cochran–

Lipoa Point saved (at tremendous cost)

NOVEMBER Given the hurricane trauma that plagued the last election, it’s amazing this one goes off more or less routinely. To no one’s surprise (poll numbers were pretty uniform on this one), Democrat David Ige is Hawaii’s new governor–an amazing achievement for a guy most residents couldn’t have picked out of a police lineup six months ago. But to the shock of the

the target of so much pro-development spending–none of the SHAKA-approved candidates for office won. In fact, no incumbent on Maui lost–a stunning achievement for the powers-that-be in such a tumultuous year… Bad news for everyone, though: Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), which runs Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital and a host of other hospitals elsewhere in the state, is in bad financial trouble. The Maui region alone is looking at a nearly $50 million deficit this year, and if the state Legislature doesn’t step forward with money soon, hospitals like Maui Memorial will cut services and jobs… UH Manoa researchers say “This summer has seen the highest global mean sea surface temperatures ever recorded.” This is especially bad news, considering that the November elections swung control of both houses of Congress to the Republicans, which means next year we can start watching Big Oil-loving Senators like James Inhofe of Oklahoma start to dismantle some of the Environmental Protection Agency’s regulations.

Maui Memorial Medical Center didn’t have a good year

environment” at the station. Dramatic terminations are nothing new for the station, which takes a lot of its funding from Oceanic Time Warner Cable. But at a Dec. 15 Akaku Board meeting, four additional former station employees come forward to corroborate Michael’s allegations–one of which gives the board a letter signed by 14 former employees calling for an independent investigation of the station… Sick of bad climate change-related news yet? Well, too bad: Researchers at UH Manoa using high-resolution CT scans to study changes in coral find that “small-scale changes in the environment can influence ecosystemlevel reef processes,” says researcher Nyssa Silbiger. Since corals already live a precariously balanced existence when ocean water is normal, the slightest increase in acidification can spell trouble for the whole reef… Remember Ka‘ala Buenconsejo?

The political rookie who ran against Elle Cochran for County Council, but couldn’t beat her even though big development interests on Oahu were spending tens of thousands of dollars against her? Well, on Dec. 9 he became the new County Parks Department director… The state Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs wants people to sign up to get a “whitebox” attached to their cable or DSL modem, so the state can see just how crappy

our broadband download speeds really are. Seriously, nations like Singapore, Romania and Sweden are getting in excess of 50 million bits per second (mbps), while Wailuku routinely clocks in at around 7.5 mbps… Car-sharing service Uber, which lets people book taxi-like rides from the smartphone, is now on Maui. Cab companies hate the service, which take their fares while not having to deal with taxi permits and regulations… Merry Christmas, Maui!

Maui Police Officer Keith Taguma–the parking ticket terror of Wailuku Town–is retiring this week. He’s been on the force for 30 years, and he’s riding his little Interceptor golf cart thing into the sunset.

Seriously, the guy wrote nearly 7,000 tickets last year–more than any other Maui PD district... Newly inaugurated Gov. David Ige releases his first biennium budget, and it includes $86 million for Hawaii Health Systems Corporation. That’s all well and good, except that HHSC asked for more than $200 million. Looks like it’s gonna be a lousy Christmas for Maui Memorial Medical Center workers. Unless your New Years Resolution for 2015 is “Don’t Get Sick,” next year might be trouble for you. ■ anthony@mauitime.com + @apignataro For more news articles, visit our website at: mauitime.com

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Philippines. What will the Maui Visitors Bureau, which gets $3.5 million a year in county tax dollars, do?... Speaking of appeasing the tourist gods, the Governor’s Office releases $800,000 for the “design and permitting stage” of a big effort at restoring sand at Ka‘anapali Beach.

Historically, Tara Miller Owens of University of Hawaii Sea Grant tells us, 85 percent of Maui’s beaches are eroding, with more than four miles of beach “lost to erosion over the past century.”

The reasons for this, Owens says, are simple: human impacts to the sand supply, storm waves and wind-driven currents and, of course, “sealevel rise forcing shoreline retreat”… New campaign spending reports show that Oahu carpenters have spent more than $50,000 in the West Maui County Council race–$31,000 of that opposing Councilmember Elle Cochran and the rest supporting challenger Ka‘ala Buenconsejo. Considering her own campaign funds are in the red, things aren’t looking good for Cochran.

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ened to develop the land to pay for its pension program. By buying the land, the state was saving the Point, sure, but also bailing out Maui Land & Pine–which is why Tsutsui did the signing at ILWU, which represented many of the workers at risk of losing their pensions…

Researchers from the University of Hawaii and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) publish a study showing that pesticide-laden runoff has been growing “superweeds” in nearshore waters, which lead to tumor growth in endangered green sea turtles… A new book comes out with a bitter take on local development. Written by Sidney Lehua Iaukea–who holds a doctorate in political science and teaches on Oahu–it tells the story of locals’ fight to preserve Maui’s North Beach.

Titled Keka‘a: The Making and Saving of North Beach West Maui, the book offers a radical take on the county’s eternal need to build massive condos and hotels on prime West Maui beachfront property in the name of feeding the insatiable Tourist Economy… Speaking of which, Conde Nast Traveler, which for the last 19 years has called Maui the “Top Island In The World,” suddenly bestows that title on Palawan in the

DECEMBER We step into the public access cable tv fray with a story about 13-year Akaku employee Shawn Michael’s allegations that he was terminated after trying to blow the whistle on what he called a “hostile work

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The Year In Food We look back at 2014’s culinary highlights ter 31 years on Front Street. The Kihei and Waikiki locations remain open.

June 14 The IHOP at Maui Mall celebrates turning 26 with live music and pancakes.

June 16 Plantation Grindz opens in the old Treats and Sweets spot on Lono Avenue in Kahului.

June 19 The Wharf in Lahaina celebrates a grand opening for new restaurants Makani Kai Bar and Grill, Shaka Vibe Bubble Tea and India Express.

June 25 Three’s Bar and Grill in Kihei opens their sushi bar.

July 4 Casanova celebrates 25 years in Makawao with a float in the Rodeo Parade.

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nother 365 days of eating has slipped by and what does Maui have to show for it? Plenty. Our island’s world-class dining experiences are as rich and diverse as the community that supports it. Our chefs are motivated and proud of what they do here, and so are the farmers that supply them. Farm to table, to glass, to your own kitchen continues as a thriving concept seen on menus and at events everywhere. Many more Made on Maui food products are being produced and sold at farmers markets and the Maui Swap Meet and local shops. Maui people love to share what they eat, whether it's Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Social is a concept that applies to what you eat, who you’re with and where you’re dining...

Jan 23 Makena Beach and Golf Resort kicks off their Liquid Chef Series, part spirits education, part sipping experience.

The first one starts with Ocean Vodka and Mixologist Chandra Lucariello and features different spirits and mixologists monthly.

Feb 2 University of Hawaii Maui College’s EdVenture launches a Food First Institute. Green Chef Renee Loux teaches the three-part series highlighting vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan and raw food practices.

Mar 5 The seed is planted for Maui Stone Craft Beverages, a partnership between San Diego’s Stone Brewery and Maui Brewing Co., to bring a selection of craft brews to Maui.

Mar 15 Maui’s L&L Barbecue at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center starts serving the Saimin Burger.

Mar 28 MauiTime publishes its annual Food Issue. This year, Maui chefs and restauranteurs recommend their favorite restaurants and dishes.

Apr 3 Fresh ingredients and local flavors

Apr 5 Maui County Ag Fest hosts thousands at the Maui Tropical Plantation.

Apr 13 Chef Tylun Pang of The Fairmont Kea Lani and Ko Restaurant wins the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2014 ‘Aipono Dining Awards. Ko was also honored with the Gold Award for Best Hawaii Regional Cuisine and the Silver Award for Best Healthy Choices.

Apr 22 Chef Paris Nabavi opens Sangrita Grill + Cantina in Ka’anapali.

Apr 23 Jawz Taco’s re-opens their taco shop in the Lipoa Center.

Apr 28 Stella Blues closes its doors after 23 years in Kihei.

Apr 15 Royal Hawaiian Venison offers venison from Molokai at the farmers market in Pukalani and Makawao.

Apr 29 The newly built multi-million dollar Maui Food Innovation Center offers Maui four essential Food Industry Fundamentals workshops designed to engage business owners, management and key employees in this growing industry sector.

July 21 The Sports Page in Kihei closes.

July 23 Hea and Lou’s opens on Alamaha Street in Kahului in the old Broke the Mouth Cookie Company location.

Aug 16 The Maui Coffee Association presents its seventh annual Seed to Cup Coffee Festival at Maui Tropical Plantation.

Aug 16 Diamonds Ice Bar in Kihei hosts their Annual Jager fest.

Aug 16 Michael Soo from Bar Crudo in Arizona makes the worlds best Mai Tai and wins $10,000 for it at the sixth annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival.

Aug 24 Prison Street Pizza opens in Lahaina, a second location for Serpico’s in Pukalani.

Aug 30 It’s the Ka‘anapai Fresh Food & Wine Festival Weekend. Chef Raymond Nicasio of the Sheraton Maui Resort creates the winning vegetarian dish at Ka‘anapali from Range to Sea, the signature culinary event, with his Ti Leaf Wrapped Corn Tamale with Syl’s Produce and corn truffle salsa in a smoked tomato emulsion.

Sept 1 Farmacy Health Bar opens in Wailuku.

Sept 8 Pi Artisan Pizzeria opens in the Outlet Shops in Lahaina.

Sept 16 Kai Sushi in Wailea closes.

Sept 20 Cow Pig Bun opens in Kihei.

Oct 1 Jini’s Curry celebrates one year of making Fijian curry in Wailuku.

Oct 1 Zing Maui opens at Wailuku’s Main Street Promenade.

Oct 1 The MauiSada is back after Simply Sweets re-opens at Harts Corner in Wailuku after eight years.

Nov 4 Alan Wong’s Amasia in the Grand Wailea closes.

Nov 8 The inaugural Made on Maui Festival at the Maui Arts and Cultural center features a food truck court, with people waiting in lines in the rain for Donut Dynamite, Hula Dogs, Milagros and Okonomiyaki from Maui Fresh Streatery.

Nov 9 Cow Pig Bun host their first Knife Fight, a chef competition: Isaac Bancaco of Andaz vs. Roger Stettler of the Four Seasons. Bancaco wins.

Nov 17 The Manapua Bakery opens on Lower Main and sells out within hours.

Dec 9 The Maui Brewing Co. ribbon cutting for their new Kihei facility. Their new location tasting room opens over the holidays.

Dec 15 Maui Stone Craft Beverages is a reality, distributing formerly hard to find craft brews on Maui.

Dec 15 Migrant Maui, a collaboration with Chef Sheldon Simeon and Chef Mark Ellman in the Mala Wailea location, has been open a year.

Dec 28 Sheraton Maui launches the Black Rock Lounge Bar–no cover, free parking and cocktails with dance music with DJ Kamakazi and Big Mike. ■ jen@mauitime.com + @jenrusso For more foodie news, visit MauiTime’s website at: mauitime.com

May 3 Chef James McDonald of Feast at Lele and Aina Gourmet Market wins the recipe contest at the 25th Annual Maui Onion Festival with his Smoked Oyster with Maui Onion Cucumber “Noodles,” Soft Egg and Curry Oil. Chef Ryan Luckey of Leilani’s wins the Maui Onion Challenge, and Dennis Day of Leilani’s wins the Mixologist competition.

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Mar 8 Grow Some Good annual fundraiser A Taste of School Gardens raises $37,000.

Funds will go to providing school garden support to more than 3,000 students in a dozen schools on Maui.

are the highlight at Maui County Farm Bureau’s first Grown on Maui Chef’s Collaboration Dinner. The evening features a collaboration between visiting and local chefs.

July 12 The Sheraton hosts the second annual Maui Craft Session.

Sept 17 Ocean Vodka and Sheraton Maui team up to host the Ultimate Ocean Cocktail Competition. Gabriel Harvey wins with his Mill Camp Mojito.

May 15 Tammy Ringbauer opens Anuenue Juice Bar & Cafe in Lahaina on Front Street under Moose McGillycuddy’s, her second location (the first is in Lanai City).

May 17 The sixth annual Maui Brew Fest brings The Throwdowns and more than 30 craft brews to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center.

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Bill Payne to the band has made being on stage even more of an adventure. His musical vocabulary is ridiculously wide open and inventive, making it possible to take any song in a new direction at any time. That’s a lot of fun for us and the listeners. Bill is one of the most recorded piano players in rock and roll (James Taylor, Jimmy Buffett, Emmylou Harris and beyond) and it’s an immense honor to have him on the road with us.

MT: How do you connect with fans when you’re not on stage?

VH: You can check out some of our Polytethnic Cajun Slamgrass music at Leftoversalmon.com and all over the interweb thing that’s floating down from the sky all around us. Here’s to clean water, blue skies and the cast of characters that make Maui a great place for music. ■ jen@mauitime.com + @jenrusso For more foodie news, visit MauiTime’s website at: mauitime.com

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he term “jam band” tends to conjure up a lot of stereotypes, but the truth is that every band needs to jam once in a while. And isn’t jamming what you want to hear anyway? A band that doesn’t jam isn’t worth your time.

The band Leftover Salmon formed as a fluke in a mashup jam during one Colorado evening a few decades ago. They have their own genre of music that combines Bluegrass with Zydeco, among other diverse American sounds. They recently released a new album and Bill Payne, of Little Feat has joined the band. We caught up with Vince Herman, one of the band’s founding members, to find out what makes their fish fry.

before. How did that go? What do you like most about coming to Maui?

VH: Having toured for 25 years, we are finally getting smart enough to come to Maui in the middle of winter! Maui has a great cast of characters to hang with, a devoted music crowd and one of the most beautiful settings in the world for loitering and waiting for the gig to start. I guess you could say it’s a no-brainer. Last year, while playing at Charley’s, all the power in town went out. The moon was full that night.

There happened to be a tractor trailer in the back lot that sure did look like a stage waiting to happen. Fire jugglers lit the instant

stage, along with the moon, and we had a great time out here until the power came back on. [Then we] went back inside, where we were joined by our friend Lucas Nelson for another set with power. It was an unforgettable evening and made us think we needed to try this trip to Maui again. We’re hoping that folks come out for the festival this week and have a great time again.

MT: You recently recorded a new album.

What do you like better–studio or stage?

VH: While we enjoy making records, and have just released our latest–”High Country”–for us it’s really playing live that floats our boat. The recent addition of Little Feat’s

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MAUITIME: You’ve been together and touring since the late 1980s. How did Leftover Salmon get its start?

VINCE HERMAN: Leftover salmon formed 25 years ago for what we thought would be one gig. We had combined the Lefthand String Band and the Salmon Heads and came up with Leftover Salmon as our name for that one night. The gig went well and before we knew it we had a pile of gigs that wouldn’t quit. Had we known we would be doing this 25 years later, we certainly would have thought of a better name!

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MT: I’m surprised the name Leftover Salmon had nothing to do with food!

You’re known for “Polyethnic Cajun Slamgrass,” a term your band coined.

What does it mean?

VH: We play music from many parts of the deep well of American music. Bluegrass, Cajun, funk, zydeco, Calypso, Reggae and blues all work their way into a night’s performance. Having grown up in Pittsburgh, I heard all kinds of ethnic music as a kid and wanted to reflect that diversity in our band.

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MT: Leftover Salmon has toured Maui

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This Weeks Picks THURSDAY, JAN. 1

FRIDAY, JAN. 2 BILL MAHER – Returning to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) for the fourth year in a row is Bill Maher, the star of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher. A comedian, television host, political commentator, author and actor, he rings in the new year with Maui once more on the Castle Theater stage. Maher has made waves with his political commentary and stars in multiple television shows and documentaries, including Religulous. $65.50- $150.50. 8pm. Maui Arts and Cultural Center (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-2427469, Mauiarts.org. Photo courtesy the MACC

WAILUKU FIRST FRIDAY – It’s time for the first First Friday town party of the new year. Wind down your our week at Body Alive Yoga, then stroll Market street, t, shop local merchants and pick up dinner from the e town’s best restaurants and food vendors. Enjoy a variety of cuisine, from Sumo Dogs to chow fun and nd all things in between. Pau hana with friends in the he Beer Garden. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for magician Timothy Wenk and take a minute to bask ask in the live music at every turn. Free. 6pm-9pm. Wailuku (Market Street), Mauifridays.com.

FRIDAY, JAN. 2 COOPER FAMILY HOLIDAY DANCE – A family affair and annual tradition, the sixth annual Cooper Family Holiday Dance class returns this Friday to the MACC. It’s a day-long selection of dance courses, and experienced and novices alike are invited to participate. Sheryl will instruct on modern Jazz, Sonora will lead the hip-hop course and Calico will end the day with contemporary dance, referred to as “thrash lyrical.” Proceeds will benefit the Alice Cooper Solid Rock Foundation. 6pm-9pm. $30 all 3 classes. $20 Modern Jazz.

Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Omori Studio A (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-280-0047. Photo courtesy the Cooper family

MAYORAL INAUGURATION – Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa will officially start his next term of office at his 2015 Mayoral Inauguration celebration this Friday at the Maui Tropical Plantation. The evening will feature live music by Neil Yamamura, followed by a swearing-in ceremony for Arakawa and his cabinet members. Heavy pupus will follow the ceremony. Or just catch the inauguration live on Akaku Channel 53. RSVP recommended. 4:30pm. 808-244-6042, mayorarakawa2015@gmail.com. Photo courtesy County of Maui

SATURDAY, JAN. 3

FRIDAY, JAN. 2 FIRST LIGHT FILM FESTIVAL – The FirstLight: Academy Screenings wraps up at the MACC’s Castle Theater this Friday and Saturday with a bang. This weekend’s films includes Friday’s lineup: Ida (2pm), The Liberator (5pm), Laggies (7:30pm) and Supermensch: The Legend of Shep Gordon (9:30pm). Closing night will feature Song of the Sea (2pm), The Humbling (5pm) and Selma (7:30pm). Days and times vary. Four-admission Fastpass tickets available. $15 single tickets. Maui Arts and Cultural Center (One Cameron Way); 808-242-7469, MauiFilmFestival.com. Photo from Selma courtesy MFF

SOLID GOLD – This Saturday, Solid Gold featuring An-ten-nae will be at Casanova in Makawao. Known for his “acid crunk” mix, An-ten-nae brings Maui a fusion of dubstep electronica. Guests will be able to enjoy performances by Oriel Poole, DJ Sweet Beets, CHUNX and pole performances by Athena. $20. 9:30pm. Casanova (1188 Baldwin Ave., Makawao), Antennaemusic.com. Photo courtesy An-ten-nae

SATURDAY, JAN. 3 KAI CAPISCHE – Hop aboard the Kai Kanani this Saturday with Chef Christopher Kulis of Capische? for A Taste of Sardinia.

Kick off your shoes and get comfy on the boat as the evening will feature pupus, wine-pairing and live music by Braddah Dwight.

Enjoy the sunset from the ocean. Guests will depart the beach fronting the Makena Beach and Golf Resort. $119. 4-6pm. Kai Kanani Sailing Charters (5400 Makena Alanui); 808-8797218, Kaikanani.com. Photo courtesy Kai Kanani

MOONLIGHT MELE – Get cozy under the moon with music by George Kahumoku Jr. this Saturday during Moonlight Mele. The Grammy winner will soothe your woes away with his slack-key rhythms and vocals. Bring low-laying beach chairs and relax. Proceeds will benefit the Bailey House Museum. Children under 12 are free. $10-$20. 5pm gate opens. 4-8pm. Bailey House Museum (2375-A Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-3326; Mauimuseum.org. Photo courtesy George Kahumoku Slack Key Show

SUNDAY, SUND ND N DAY A , JA JAN. 4 ATMOSPHERE – Hailing from Minneapolis is that symbol of hip-hop underground and indie rap otherwise known as Atmosphere. Rapper Slug and DJ/producer Ant will take the MACC stage this Sunday with more than two decades of experience under their belts. Joining in the mix will be founding member of The Living Legends and independent hip-hop artist The Grouch. $26 advanced/ $30 door.

6:30pm. The Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Castle Theater (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469, Mauiarts.org. Photo courtesy Atmosphere FB page

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING – Continue in the holiday cheer by recycling your by-now brown Christmas tree at Makawao Elementary School this Sunday. Between 9am to 2pm, the public is invited to bring their formerly live trees (no artificial trees) with all tinsel and decorations removed to the campus playground for proper disposal. A $5 donation will benefit the 5th Grade End of the Year Banquet. $5. 9am-2pm. Makawao Elementary School (Ukiu Road, Makawao), Makawao. k12.hi.us. Photo: Wikimedia Commons

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MANA‘O UPCOUNTRY SUNDAY – Mana‘o Upcountry Sundays presents an acoustic performance by the Americana group Troll Garcia Band this Sunday at Casanova in Makawao. Joining the lineup will be Brown Chicken Brown Cow members Justin Morris and Matt Del Olmo, as well as singer/songwriter Drew Martin. If you can’t make it, stream the performance live! Proceeds at the event will benefit Mana‘o Radio, 91.7 FM. $7. 2pm-5pm. Casanova (1188 Makawao Ave.), Manaoradio.com. Photo courtesy Reverbnation

MAUI SMUG – The Maui Social Media Users Group invites you to engage this Wednesday. It’s a great chance to network with a range of social media users and local organizations. Often a meeting of the minds, the monthly group is open to the community (there is a 30-seat capacity, so arrive early). Follow the conversation via Twitter using the #MauiSmug hashtag. Free. 4-6:30pm. MEDB Malcolm Center (1305 N. Holopono St., Kihei) Mauismug.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7 GOOGLE WORKSHOP – Internet and computer instructor Al Bayless returns to the Makawao Public Library this Wednesday to teach students how to “Google it.”

Brush up on your web search skills as Bayless guides students in finding various topics online. Students must have a valid library card to access the Internet. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Free. 5:45pm check-in. 6-7:45pm.

Makawao Public Library (1159 Makawao Ave.); 808-573-8785. Photo: Bill Branson/Wikimedia Commons

KULIA – Native Hawaiian students shouldn’t miss this chance to attend Kulia, a free job-readiness workshop this Wednesday. A hybrid program put on by Haleakala National Park and UH Maui College’s Liko A’e program, Kulia prepares students to apply for jobs and internships.

The workshop consists of the application process, resume writing and interview tips. Students interested in conservation careers or applying for a job at Haleakala National Park are encouraged to attend. A $10 deposit is due and will be returned upon course completion. 8am-4pm.

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Best of the Wurst We look back on the best films of 2014

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ere’s my annual Best of the Wurst compilations of the best films of 2014. Enjoy!

1. The Better Angels My favorite film of 2014 was little seen and didn’t appear to have a high caliber, awards season campaign to elevate its awareness-level. When a movie this good slips through the cracks, it typically finds an appreciative audience down the road with the VOD/DVD/blu-ray release (be sure to catch it when it comes out in March). A.J.

to grasp his place in life is now a relatable, engrossing and near tangible cinematic experience. The Better Angels is a work of art.

2. Boyhood Another great film about growing up and finding there’s no straight or easy path to a life of rich surprises and experiences. Richard Linklater’s life-spanning drama would be great even if we didn’t know he’d been filming it for 12 years. Full of sequences so powerful, funny and honest, Linklater’s film is made up of dozens of great stories, with

Dune shoulda been like this

flush with mind-boggling ideas, incredible visions and the nerve to keep pushing his story as far as it could possibly go. I loved his movie, with its strange fusion of heart and cold science, epic ambition and earthbound sentiment. Nolan is another filmmaking treasure. Interstellar may be odd at times but Nolan and his movie are fearless.

Are these the kids who invented Lincoln Logs?

Edwards’ film portrays the childhood of Abraham Lincoln in a way that makes the experience a vivid, emotionally rich and visually immersive experience. Shot in black and white, the gorgeous cinematography, sound, editing, sets and costumes put you into young Lincoln’s world. The terrific performances by Jason Clarke, Brit Marling, Wes Bentley and especially Diane Kruger portray the adults in young Lincoln’s life, who shaped and inspired him in varying ways. Braydon Denney, in his film debut as the boy who would grow up to be one of our greatest presidents, gives an endearing turn and has a spot-on profile. Edwards’ debut film recreates a lost time and evokes so many universal feelings from our childhood experiences. The stories of Lincoln reading by candlelight, finding escape and coming

5. Gone Girl Don’t let anyone ruin the big twists. David Fincher’s latest will be remembered, quoted and imitated for years to come. This is as lucid a cinematic nightmare as Fatal Attraction, another movie that pushed our buttons and gave us a much needed wake-up from the social facade of “the perfect couple.” This unapolo-

8. Jodorowsky’s Dune It was a great year for documentaries on filmmaking and the love of movies.

Persistence of Vision was another absorbing, eye opening look at an unfinished film, and Life Itself, on Roger Ebert, offered a warm but complex look at our most essential film critic. Yet, the reason I’m giving the edge to this documentary on the initial un-making of Dune is that it made me a believer. I agree with the grand point it makes: had visionary filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky made his version of Dune in the early 1970s, it would have changed how we view sci-fi and influenced everything after it.

characters you won’t want to leave behind.

3. American Sniper Taken at face value, this is a tough, nononsense and exciting tribute to an extraordinarily courageous soldier. Playing a man defined by his do-or-die patriotism, Bradley Cooper brings intriguing layers to the role of Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle. Yet, when you consider that director Clint Eastwood was 84 years old when he directed this, one of his absolute best films, you’re reminded why he’s one of the most consistently surprising, essential American filmmakers.

4. Interstellar Christopher Nolan continues his streak of going all-in, combining tricky, blatantly risktaking narratives with smart, state of the art filmmaking and spot-on casting. His latest is

Gone Girl was better than Maleficient, but not Boyhood

getically cynical love story is the cure after suffering annually through The Notebook.

6. Ida A most unusual road movie, about a reserved woman of faith and her alcoholic aunt, who take a journey to learn of a shocking family secret. A fine, haunting work of Polish cinema that has a deceptively understated approach, but offers big surprises.

Ooh! What if Jodorowsky had made Interstellar?

7. Blue Ruin This skillful, breakthrough film from writer/director Jeremy Saulnier is one of the most memorable thrillers in some time.

With a playful edge that reminded me of Blood Simple, this revenge tale is anchored by another discovery, Macon Blair, an actor with a haunting vulnerability in his eyes that made me root for his mysterious character, even when he’s up to no good.

9. Maleficent There were dozens of lavish, CGI-heavy extravaganzas in 2014. This one took me off guard. I was drawn in by the emotional untidiness of the characters and a story with an unconventional mother/daughter relationship and a refreshing message of empowerment. Atop all the visual splendor, there’s Angelina Jolie, whose perfect embodiment of a classic villain matched the film in showing us dark, new layers.

10. The One I Love The less you know about this one, the better. What begins as a relationship comedy, with Mark Duplass and Elisabeth Moss as a couple headed for a retreat, goes down a weird rabbit hole. Inventive, hilarious and kind of scary, this feels like a breath of fresh air after too many disposable romantic comedies. ■

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Film

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Showtimes CASTLE THEATRE Maui Arts and Cultural Center. 808-242-7469 First Light Academy Screenings: See Mauifilmfestival.com for showtimes and listings.

KA‘AHUMANU 6 Queen Ka‘ahumanu Shopping Center, Kahului.

1-800-326-3264 (Matinees: every day until 4pm)

The Imitation Game-PG13- THU 11:30 2:00 4:30 5:30 7:00 8:00 9:35 10:30, FRIMON 8:00 10:30 11:30 2:00 4:30 7:00 9:35, TUE-THU 12:00 2:30 5:00 7:30 10:00 Night At The Museum-PG-THU 12:00 2:30 5:00 7:25 9:40, FRI-THU 12:10 2:30 5:00 7:25 9:40 The Gambler-R- THU 11:45 2:15 4:45 7:15 9:50, FRI-THU 12:20 2:45 5:10 7:35 10:00

Hobbit: The Battle of the Five ArmiesPG13- THU 11:00 12:00 2:45 3:45 6:00 7:00 9:15 10:10, FRI-MON 11:00 12:15 2:45 3:45 6:00 7:00 9:15 10:10, TUE-THU 12:15 3:45 7:00 10:10 Big Hero 6-PG- THU 12:20 2:45, FRI-MON 12:20 2:45 5:15 MALL MEGAPLEX Maui Mall, Kahului, 808-249-2222 (Matinees: M-Th until 6pm, F-Su until 3:30pm)

Annie-PG- THU 10:00 10:30 12:50 1:20 3:50 4:20 7:00 7:40 10:00 10:40, FRI-WED 10:30 12:50 4:10 7:10 10:00 Big Eyes-PG13- THU 10:10 1:10 4:10 7:30 10:30, FRI-WED 10:10 1:10 4:10 7:30 10:30 Into The Woods-PG- THU 10:10 1:10 4:10 7:10

10:10, FRI-WED 10:10 1:10 4:10 7:10 10:10 The Woman In Black 2- Angel Of DeathPG13- FRI-WED 10:20 1:30 4:20 7:50 10:40 Unbroken-PG13- THU 10:00 10:30 12:40 1:00 3:30 4:20 6:50 7:20 9:40 10:10, FRIWED 10:00 10:30 12:40 1:00 3:30 4:20 6:50 7:20 9:40 10:10 Wild-NR- THU 10:20 12:50 4:00 6:50 10:40, FRI-WED 10:20 12:50 4:00 6:50 10:40 Exodus: Gods And Kings - PG13 - 2D THU 10:00 12:50 4:00 7:00, 3D 10:20, 2D FRIWED 10:00 12:50 4:00 7:00, 3D 10:20 Top Five-R- THU 10:20 1:30 4:00 6:40 9:20, FRI-WED 10:20 1:30 7:20 Horrible Bosses 2-R- THU 10:00 3:50 10:20, FRI-WED 10:00 3:50 10:20 Penguins of Madagascar- 2D THU 10:20

4:10 9:10, 3D 1:40 6:40, 2D FRI-WED 10:20 4:10 9:10, 3D 1:40 6:40 Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1-PG13THU 10:10 12:50 3:40 6:30 9:30, FRI-WED 10:10 12:50 3:40 6:30 10:10 Interstellar 3D- PG13- THU 12:20 6:30, FRI-WED 12:20 3:40 6:30 9:30 WHARF CINEMA CENTER 658 Front St., Lahaina, 808-249-2222 (Matinees: Tue all shows, until 6pm every other day) (Ed. note: Because of holiday deadlines, FRIWED showtimes were unavailable at press time)

Unbroken-PG13- THU 12:15 3:30 7:00 10:05 Night At The Museum: Secret Of The Tomb-PG- THU 11:45 2:15 4:45 7:15 9:45 Hobbit: Battle Of Five Armies-2D THU 12:00 10:00

The Woman In Black 2: Angel Of Death opens this week

NEW THIS WEEK FIRST LIGHT FILM FESTIVAL- Castle Theatre hosts Maui’s academy screenings for the First Light Film Festival. Check mauifilmfestival.com for festival schedule and listings.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK 2: ANGEL OF DEATH - PG13 - Horror - A bunch of meddling kids awaken a dark spirit at some place called Eel Marsh House, which should have tipped everyone off that something was up. 98 min.

NOW PLAYING ANNIE - PG - Comedy/Family - Quvenzhane Wallis plays Annie and Jamie Foxx plays the rich guy in this updated version of the venerable musical. 118 min.

BIG EYES - PG13 - Biography/Drama - The story of painter Margaret Keane, and how her husband later claimed credit for her work. Stars Amy Adams and Christoph Waltz. 105 min.

BIG HERO 6 - PG - Animation/Comedy - A giant inflatable robot and a prodigy team up to form a high-tech group that battles bad stuff. 108 min.

Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) destroyed the games in the last flick, she now becomes a symbol of rebellion. 123 min.

Guard Larry (Ben Stiller) is still at the museum where the exhibits come to life, but now he needs to save it or something. 97 min.

EXODUS: GODS AND KINGS - PG13 Action/Drama - Ridley Scott directs this telling of the story of how Moses led 600,000 slaves to freedom in Egypt. 150 min.

THE IMITATION GAME - PG13 - Biopic/ Drama - The story of brilliant British mathematician and code-breaker Alan Turing, who helped win World War II for the allies. Stars Benedict Cumberbatch. 114 min.

PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR - PG - Animation - Those penguins from the Madagascar franchise return to save the world from the evil Dr. Octavius Brine. 92 min.

THE GAMBLER - R - Crime/Thriller - Marky Mark Wahlberg plays a literature professor who’s also a gambling junkie. 111 min.

HOBBIT: BATTLE OF THE FIVE ARMIES PG13 - Adventure/Fantasy - Bilbo Baggins is back, caught between a ring and a hard place in the bitter battle between good and evil. 144 min.

INTERSTELLAR - PG-13 - Sci-Fi - Christopher Nolan directs this space adventure, in which astronauts (played by Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway) travel through a wormhole to find a new home for humanity. 169 min.

HORRIBLE BOSSES 2 - R - Comedy Three idiots turn to kidnapping when dealing with an investor in their new company. Stars Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis. 108 min.

INTO THE WOODS - PG - Fantasy - A witch makes a baker and his wife take stuff from fairy tales to release an ancient family curse. Stars Meryl Streep, Anna Kendrick and Chris Pine. 124 min.

HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY, PART 1 - PG13 - Sci-Fi/Adventure - After

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: SECRET OF THE TOMB - PG - Adventure/Comedy -

TOP FIVE - R - Comedy - Chris Rock directs, writes and stars in this story of a comedian who tries to become a serious actor. 101 min.

UNBROKEN - PG13 - War/ Biography - Louis Zamperini survives a bomber crash in World War I I and getting lost at sea, then ends up in a Japanese POW camp. Based on a true story. Directed

by Angelina Jolie. 137 min.

WILD - R - Drama/Biography - Reese Witherspoon plays Cheryl Strayed, who hiked the 1,100-mile Pacific Crest Trail alone after facing personal hardship. Based on a true story. 115 min.

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Calendar

Da Kine Calendar BIG SHOWS LUKAS NELSON AND PROMISE OF THE REAL - Thu, Jan 1. Spend New Years Day with Lukas Nelson & Promise of The Real (POTR), which consists of Anthony Logerfo, Tato Melgar and Corey McCormick. They’ve performed on famous stages and festivals including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, the Late Show with David Letterman and Stagecoach.

Catch the Paia native for this New Year’s Day event! $30 cover. 21 and over. Show starts 9:30pm. Charley’s Saloon & Restaurant (142 Hana Hwy., Paia); 808-579-8085; CharleysMaui.com KING PARIS & HIS HYPNOTIC GUITAR- Fri, Jan 2. Venture up to the North Shore this weekend for a night of hypnotizing beats and grooves! King Paris & His Hypnotic Guitar will also feature the amazing Leonardo and Carlo and Hip-Notic dancers Sa’Ahira and Isa. 21 and over. Show starts at 9pm. $10 cover. Charley’s Saloon & Restaurant (142 Hana Hwy., Paia); 808-579-8085; CharleysMaui.com

STAGE ‘ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE, A LIVE RADIO PLAY’ - Thru Sun, Jan 11. A beloved holiday classic of a 1940’s radio broadcast of character George Bailey who considers ending his life on a dark Christmas Eve day. 7:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3pm on Sundays. Pro Arts Playhouse (1280 S Kihei Rd, Kihei); 808-463-6550; Proartspacific.com MAUI IMPROV PRESENTS: STUDENT SHOWCASE -Sun, Jan 4. Come laugh with your friends and enjoy an entertaining evening of improvised theater Maui Style! 7-8:30pm. $5 donation.

ProArts Playhouse at the Azeka Shopping Center.

(1280 S. Kihei Rd.); Facebook.com/Mauiimprov ‘ULALENA - Mon-Fri. A nonpareil portal to Hawaiian history and kanaka maoli lore; what ‘Ulalena accomplishes–five night a weeks for 14 years strong–is without a doubt the most powerful and entertaining cultural education on Maui.$29.99 Keiki / $59.99 adults. Children five and under are free. Kama‘aina and military rates, dinner and VIP packages are available. 5pm. Maui Theatre, (878 Front St., Lahaina); 808-856-7900; Mauitheatre.com BURN’N LOVE–A MUSICAL JOURNEY STARRING DARREN LEE - Daily. Experience Elvis in Hawaii with Burn’n Love! Relive the nostalgia of Blue Hawaii and the Aloha from Hawaii live broadcast that made TV history with the most authentic Elvis tribute show ever presented on stage. Shows Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 8pm. Tickets start at $59.99; kama‘aina and military prices are available. A portion of every ticket sold benefits the Maui Food Bank. 8pm Maui Theatre, (878 Front St., Lahaina); 808-856-7900; Mauitheatre.com

WINTER KEIKI CAMPS WINTER WONDERLAND: CAMP KALUANUI Jan 2. Camp Kaluanui offers a diverse arts curriculum geared to stretch minds, exercise imaginations, keep the body active, and introduce new idea-generating techniques. Surrounded by the beauty of the Hui’s historical Kaluanui Estate, campers paint, build, design, dance, sing, and play their way through a balanced variety of artistic activities each day. 8:30am4pm. Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center (2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); 808-572-6560; Huinoeau.com WINTER BREAK GYMNASTICS - Jan 1-9. Experience an hour and a half of formal instruction, half an hour for BYO snack break, and an hour of supervised open gym. Reservations are required, as space is limited. Visit website for more information. $35 per 3-hour session, $70 per 6-hour session.

Valley Isle Gymnastics (250 Alamaha St. Suite N-3, Kahului); 808-871-6116; Valleyislegymnastics.com OCEAN CAMP - Jan 5-9. Each day is designed to

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help children make direct connections with the wildlife and habitats they are learning about. The camp program includes many field trips and adventures including surfing and windsurfing lessons, tidepool explorations, snorkel cruises to Molokini, trips to Maui Ocean Center and beach visits. The program also offers games, art, hands-on science exploration and more. For students in grades 1-5. 8am-4pm.

Registration required by phone or through website. $80 per day or $325 per week. Pacific Whale Foundation - Discovery Center (300 Ma‘alaea Rd.); 808249-8811; Mauioceancamp.org KAMP KRAZY TALES - Dec 29-Jan 3, Jan 5-9.

Kristi Scott and Kim Vetterli are teaming up again to present two drama/music camps this winter for the keiki. Young students will learn fun drama games and music techniques, and the camp will culminate with a short performance for parents.

Pre-registration is required. No previous experience is necessary. $150. 9am-12pm. ProArts Playhouse - Azeka Shopping Center (1280 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-463-6550; Proartspacific.com PRINCESS DANCE CAMP - AGES 3-5 - Jan 5-9.

Each day you’ll become a different princess and enjoy dancing, stories, activities and crafts. Bring your imagination and your favorite princess gear.

Wear tiaras, tutus, tights and ballet slippers if you have them. Taught by Kathleen Schulz. Space is limited. For ages 3-5. Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm. $125/week.

Maui Academy of Performing Arts (2027 Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-8760; Mauiacademy.org DANCE CAMP -AGES 6-10 - Jan 5-9. Students dive into ballet, Jazz and hip hop technique, with a splash of contemporary and musical theater styles of dance. They’ll also memorize brand new choreography, work in small groups with their peers and experience what it takes to put on a costumed dance concert for their friends and family. Taught by Rebecca Owen. For ages 6-10. Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm. $195/ week. Maui Academy of Performing Arts (2027 Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-8760; Mauiacademy.org DRAMA CAMP - Jan 5-9. Students learn how to use their bodies, voices and imaginations to play characters from a variety of winter-themed stories.

They’ll perform for family and friends on the last day of camp. Taught by Tina Kailiponi. For ages 5-9. Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm. $195/week. Maui Academy of Performing Arts (2027 Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-8760; Mauiacademy.org WINTER ANIMAL CAMP - Jan 5-9. This humane education program encourages campers to consider the many different ways we share the world with other living things, with the goal of inspiring respect and appreciation for all life. Every day is filled with fun games, crafts, activities, guest speakers and time with the animals. Campers practice positive reinforcement training, socialization and grooming shelter pets. This will help them grow into responsible pet owners and advocates for the animals they love. Available for students in grades 2-5. $35/day or $145/week. Maui Humane Society (1350 Mehameha Loop, Puunene); 808-877-3680; Mauihumanesociety.org

chefs. $50 per person (includes sushi, non-alcoholic beverages, tax and gratuity). Maximum 20 people per class, reservations are required. Every second and fourth Saturday of every month. 3-4:30pm Japengo at the Hyatt Regency, (200 Nohea Kai Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-667-4727; Maui.hyatt.com FARM TO TABLE DINING - (Every Sat.) Feast on the abundant harvest of a freshly picked vegetarian meal made from only the purest, chemical and pesticide free ingredients, accompanied by Maui Sacred Earth Soothing Herbal Tea Blend. Menu varies depending on what’s available for harvest.

Call for reservations. $25, $20 kama‘aina. 6-8pm.

Ahimsa Sanctuary Farm (4505 Hana Hwy., Haiku); 808-283-8057; Ahimsasanctuaryfarm.com SUNDAY NIGHT LAULAU - (Every Sun.) Enjoy a healthy and modern take on a traditional Hawaiian dish, every Sunday evening at Ko. Come early, the laulau special is first-come, first-served and does sell out. Kama‘aina offer not applicable. Ko (4100 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-875-4100; Fairmont.com PULEHU BAR–WINE SOCIAL EVENTS (Every Sun & Mon.) Book ahead of time for this fabulous weekly event. Sixteen people maximum will enjoy three award-winning wines, one bite to eat and great conversation with new friends.

5-5:45pm. For reservations, please visit Opentable.com. Pulehu Italian Grill, Westin Ka‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas. (6 Kai Ala Dr., Ka‘anapali).

ART MEMORIES AND MEMENTOS - Dec 6-Jan 6.

The exhibit features George Allan, Christina Cowan, J.B. Rea and Carleton. Mon-Sun, 10:30am-5pm.

Viewpoints Gallery (3620 Baldwin Ave., Makawao); 808-572-5979; Viewpointsgallerymaui.com I LOVE MAUI - Thru April 2015. Art Project Paia presents the annual “I Love Maui” show featuring many artists with pieces highlighting the island of Maui. Art Project Paia (77 Hana Hwy., Paia); 808-214-6949 MARK DE COLIBUS - Jan 5 - Feb 1. Mark De Colibus has been an artist on Maui for over 32 years. His exhibit is titled “Variety is the Spice of Life” because he displays works of art in different medias. He will be showing works done in oil, pastel, pen and ink, water color, acrylic, scratch board, pencil and charcoal. Free. 9am-5pm. Lahaina Arts Society Old Jail Gallery (648 Wharf St., Lahaina); 808-661-0111 MEET THE ARTISTS - Tue, Jan 6-Wed, Jan 7.

This week you can talk story with Feather artist Ellen Levinsky and oil/watercolor artist Koana Smith.

Bring your friends and family to see how the magic is created by these talented local artists! 10am2pm. LAS Banyan Tree Gallery in the Old Lahaina Courthouse. 808-661-0111; Lahainaarts.com ISLAND ART PARTY CLASSES - Wed-Sat. Art Party from 6:30-9:30pm, Sunday Morning Art Party 10am-1pm. It’s part art party, part painting class. Island Art Party (1279 S. Kihei Rd.), 808419-6020; Islandartparty.com

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See, and sample how Chef Rachel Davies uses local, organic and wholesome ingredients to make healthy and delicious entrées, soups, breakfast and desserts.

No registration required. For a jump start on the class, check out more than 600 healthy recipes online.

First and third Thursday of every month. Free. 5:306:30pm. Down To Earth, (305 Dairy Rd., Kahului); 808-877-2661; Downtoearth.org

HARRY MANX - Sat, Jan 10. Dubbed an “essential link” between the music of east and west, Harry Manx creates musical short stories that wed the tradition of the blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. Add a sprinkle of gospel and some compelling grooves, and you’ll get Manx’s unique “mysticssippi” flavour. It’s hard to resist, easy to digest and keeps audiences coming back for more. Tickets are $35-40. Show starts at 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org

JAPENGO SATURDAY SUSHI SCHOOL - (Every Sat.) Join Japengo’s sushi chef in their chic sushi lounge. Learn how to create Japengo’s signature sushi rolls from scratch, with hands-on instruction from Chef Jay and Japengo’s team of expert sushi

MAISEY RIKA - Sat, Jan 17. Hailing from New Zealand, this singer/songwriter began singing professionally at 13. She found national stardom with her

debut release of traditional Maori songs. Now with four albums in her repertoire and significant international touring credentials (Maisey just opened for John Legend and India Arie), this soulful songstress brings her music and heritage to Maui for a one-night performance of tingling vocals and Maori fusion. Tickets are $25-35. Show starts at 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org ADVENTURE CLUB - Sun, Jan 18. One of the hottest acts in electronic music right now is Adventure Club (Christian Srigley and Leighton James). They specialize in meshing dubstep’s chainsaw synths with delicate vocals and surprisingly upbeat melodies, creating a unique sound. One of their most favored remixes is of Malaysian songstress Yuna’s “Lullabies,” which appeared in the opening sequence of Ultra Music Festival’s 2013 after-movie. They’ve crisscrossed the country on multiple U.S. tours and appeared at Lollapalooza, Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival and Electric Zoo. Show starts at 6pm. Tickets are $20-45. 18 years and older. Yokouchi Pavilion. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org EBB & FLOW ENSEMBLE - Sun, Jan 18. Ebb & Flow Ensemble’s eight biennial concert offers a scrumptious assortment of new music: from a classic oboe quartet by prolific British composer Benjamin Britten, to a world premiere by Ebb & Flow director Robert Pollock. The program includes a Pulitzer Prize-winning composition by Argentine-born Mario Davidovsky, for piano and electronic sounds (with special video), and an award-winning string quartet

by Hawaii’s “dean” of composers, Neil McKay. The concert concludes with the delightful, tuneful Cor Anglais (English Horn) Quartet by Jean Francaix.

Tickets are $25. Show starts at 5pm. McCoy Studio Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org TERRY TEMPEST WILLIAMS - Mon, Jan 19.

Check out renowned writer, conservationist and naturalist Terry Tempest Williams. An award-winning author of books such as Refuge and Finding Beauty in a Broken World, Williams has testified before Congress about women’s health and free speech issues, camped in remote areas of Alaska, Utah and Africa, and employed her passionate and lyrical prose in service to conservation and wildness. Currently a scholar at the University of Utah, her writing has also appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, Orion Magazine and numerous anthologies worldwide as a crucial voice for ecological consciousness and social change. Includes reception afterward, with book signing, live music and pupu. All ticket sales benefit The Merwin Conservancy. 7pm. Tickets are $35. McCoy Studio Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS - (Jan 19-20) These highly skilled, rigorously trained and multitalented acrobats will enthrall you as they bend and twist with graceful movements to form living sculptures.

Matched with innovative choreography, radiant lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music, this beautifully orchestrated presentation of acrobatic skills leave the audience spellbound. Building on traditional Chinese acts, the artists of today’s New Shanghai Circus add layers of complexity and daring to bring new spectacular stunts and favorite jaw-droppers. Kids of all ages, from preschool to senior citizen, will enjoy these intrepid performers from China. Tickets are $12, $25 & $35. Castle Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org AN EVENING WITH YO-YO MA - Thu, Jan 22.

It’s his only Hawaii concert. Kennedy Center Honoree, CultureConnect Ambassador and UN Messenger of Peace Yo-Yo Ma has received numerous prestigious music awards and played as a soloist

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CAPTAIN JACK’S ISLAND GRILL Wharf Cinema Center, 672 Front St., Lahaina - 667-0988

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Le Grind w/ DJ Blast, 10pm

Diva w/ DJ Firefly & DJ Lord Highowl, 10pm

Sunday Sessions w/ DJ Lord Highowl, 10pm

MON-Mojito Monday w/DJ Firefly 10pm, TUETequila Tuesdays w/ DJ Firefly,10pm, WED-Curtis Love Live 8-10, DJ after

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Benny Uyetake

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DIAMONDS ICE BAR 1279 S. Kihei Rd.- 874-9299

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FLEETWOOD’S ON FRONT ST. 744 Front St. (Rooftop), Lahaina - 669-6425

HAUI’S LIFE’S A BEACH 1913 S. Kihei Rd. - 891-8010

New Years w/ Lukas Nelson Promise of The Real, $30

King Paris & His Hypnotic Guitar w/ Special guests, $10

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with most major orchestras to universal critical acclaim and the love of listeners around the world.

Yo-Yo Ma is one the finest cellists of this generation, and a musician of unusually broad appeal.

His 90 albums have received 19 Grammys. He’s also recorded bluegrass music, traditional Chinese melodies, Argentinian tangos and Brazilian music.

For Maui, this is a rare treat. Tickets are $55, $90, $150 & $250. Show starts at 7:30pm. Castle Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org RANI ARBO & DAISY MAYHEM - Fri, Jan 23.

Musically, Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem are a melting pot of American folk melody and style. Gleefully drawing from a variety of traditions, they hang a Georgia Sea Islands song on a New Orleans groove and sneak an Afro-Cuban /Cajun groove under an Irish fiddle tune. Tickets are $30. Show starts at 7:30pm. McCoy Studio Theater. Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org JUDY COLLINS - Fri, Jan 23. Check out folk music legend Judy Collins, an artist who’s inspired audiences with sublime vocals, vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs and a firm commitment to social activism. Her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now,” from the landmark 1967 album Wildflowers has been entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and she’s well-remembered for her dreamy and sweetly intimate version of “Send in the Clowns.” Tickets are $35-65. Show starts at 7:30pm. Castle Theater.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org NICK SWARDSON - Sat, Jan 24. Comedian, actor and writer/producer Nick Swardson is well-known for his roles in Grown Ups and Grown Ups 2. He first struck success in writing Malibu’s Most Wanted, caught the attention of Happy Madison Productions and quickly became a fixture in that company, working with Adam Sandler and Kevin James. Pre-sale tickets are $20-$38. Show starts at 7:30pm. Castle Theater.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center. (One Cameron Way, Kahului); 808-242-7469; Mauiarts.org

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you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. 9am-3:30pm. North Sugar Cane Train Station. (Pu‘ukoli Road, Ka‘anapali); 808- 249-8811 ext. 1; Volunteersonvacation.org

EVENTS THURSDAY, JAN 1 FREE POLYNESIAN PERFORMANCES HULA SHOW - Free. 7pm. Lahaina Cannery Mall (1221 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Lahaina); 808-6615304; Lahainacannerymall.com

SUNDAY, JAN 4

GEORGE KAHUMOKU, JR’S GRAMMY AWARD SLACK KEY SHOW - Experience the music of the masters at George Kahumoku’s Slack Key Show. This week will include a line-up of slack key artists, featuring an award-winning musician every week. 7:30pm Napili Kai Beach Resort, (5900 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Napili); 808669-6271; Slackkeyshow.com

MONDAY, JAN 5

FREE HULA SHOW - Free. 11am Maui Mall, (70 E. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808-871-1307; mauimall.com

VOLUNTEER: HOALOHA‘AINA - Join South Maui volunteers and group leaders Bob and Lis Richardson to help maintain an ocean-side trail, restore sand dunes, pick-up litter and remove invasive species from 7:30am-9:30am. Every Monday.

808-249-8811 ext. 1; Volunteersonvacation.org

ENHANCE FITNESS CLASSES - (Mon & Tue) Award-winning exercise program developed to help older adults at all levels of fitHAWAIIAN ISLANDS LAND ness become be more active, enerECT TRUST SERVICE PROJECT gized aand empowered to sustain nes Visit Waihe‘e Coastal Dunes inde independent lives. Instructors eand Wetlands Refuge, a reare specially trained, and markable coastal area that’s th the progress of each parrich in Hawaiian history tticipant is followed with and bird watching. Meet fitness checks at enrollat 8am at the Waihee Refment and at four-month uge, located off Halewaiu intervals. Soft wrist and Road and help remove ankle weights are providinvasive species and e ed; no special or expenMAUITIME.COM/EVENTS/COMMUNITY/ADD clear brush until 12pm. ssive equipment is needed.

Bring water and sunscreen, Fr Free. 4:30-5:30pm. Kaus, and wear closed-toe shoes, noa noa’s West Maui Senior ecpants and hat for sun protecCente Center (788 Pauoa St., Lahaition. Snacks and cold drinks prona); 808 808-661-9432 vided. 8am-12pm. Waihe‘e Refuge.

(Halewaiu Road, Waihe‘e);; 808-2498811 ext. 1; Volunteersonvacation.org FREE SPINE HEALTH SCREENINGS - Dr. James Urban has more than 20 years of experience in the “gonstead” art from of adjusting–the “gold VOLUNTEER: MALAMA HONOKOWAI - Volunstandard” in traditional full-spine adjusting. Urban is teer with Malama Honokowai and visit the beautiful offering free health scans of the spine through the and hidden Honokowai Valley, an area closed to use of thermography for Whole Foods Market custhe public. Among Hawaiian archaeological sites, tomers. Thermography reads temperatures along you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as

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12:30-3:30pm. Whole Foods Market Kahului (70 E. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808-872-3310 x120

WEDNESDAY, JAN 7 SOUTH SIDE BIKE RIDE - You’ll need more than a beach cruiser for this bike ride. Riders pedal an average 15mph from Kihei to Iao Valley and back.

Meet at South Maui Bicycles shop shortly before 7am. Road bikes recommended. Free. Every Wednesday. South Maui Bicycles, (1993 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-874-0068; Southmauibicycles.com A JOB-READINESS WORKSHOP - Native Hawaiian students shouldn’t miss this chance to attend Kulia, a free job-readiness workshop this Wednesday. A hybrid program put on by Haleakala National Park and UH Maui College’s Liko A’e program, Kulia prepares students to apply for jobs and internships. The workshop consists of the application process, resume writing and interview tips. Students interested in conservation careers or applying for a job at Haleakala National Park are encouraged to attend. A $10 deposit is due and will be returned upon course completion. 8am4pm. 808-984-3442: Desmondy@hawaii.edu VOLUNTEERING ON VACATION: O‘O FARM - Work on an exquisite organic farm in the misting forest of Waipoli in Kula. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket that you do not mind getting a little dirty, plus water and sunscreen. Gloves and gardening tools provided. Please call 24 hours in advance to sign up. Free. 8:45am. O’o Farm (651 Waipoli Rd., Kula) 808-249-8811 ext 1.

GEORGE KAHUMOKU JR’S GRAMMY AWARD SLACK KEY SHOW - Every Wednesday experience the music of the masters at George Kahumoku’s Slack Key Show. This week will include a line-up of slack key artists, featuring an award winning musician every week. 7:30pm Napili Kai Beach Resort, (5900 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Napili); 808-669-6271; Slackkeyshow.com

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Kenny Roberts 7pm; no cover

Eight Track Players 7pm; no cover

Jarod or Maui Blues & Co 7pm; no cover

MON - John Ness or The Vamp TUE - Kihei Cowboys WED - Country Herb & Side Effects, 7pm

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KOBE STEAKHOUSE 136 Dickenson St. (Lounge Area), Lahaina - 667-5555

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LONGHI’S LAHAINA LULU’S LAHAINA Lahaina Cannery Mall - 661-0808

MAUI BEACH HOTEL 1 70 Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului - 877-0051

MERRIMAN’S 1 Bay Club Pl., Kapalua - 669-6400

MILL HOUSE (MAUI TROPICAL PLANTATION) 1670 Honoapi’ilani Hwy., Waikapu- 243-9618

FARMERS MARKET, ART/CRAFT FAIRS NAPILI FARMERS MARKET - Wed 8-11 am.

Across the highway from Napili Market, before Maui Preparatory Academy FARMERS MARKET OF MAUI, HONOKOWAI - Every Mon, Wed & Fri. Lots of fresh local produce plus baked and canned goods. 7-11am Farmers Market Maui & Deli, (3636 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Kahana); 808-669-7004 FARMERS MARKET OF MAUI, KIHEI - Mon-Fri. Sample the goods at this local market for fresh produce. On Fridays, open until 5pm. 8am-4pm Farmers Market of Maui, (61 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-875-0949 MAKAWAO FARMERS MARKET - Every Wed. Fresh produce. Everything sold is Maui Grown, non-GMO and organic. 9am-2pm Po‘okela Church, (200 Olinda Rd., Makawao); 808-419-1570 FARMERS MARKET IN PAIA - Daily. Island grown fruit smoothies, coconut water and fresh juices. Organically grown Maui fruits and veggies.

Produce boxes available. Support your local farmers at One Love Market at the Historic Paia Train Station. 10am-6pm One Love Market, (381 Baldwin Ave, Paia); 808-280-9019; Onelovemarket.com.

ONO ORGANIC FARMS - Daily (except Sat). A family-owned and operated, certified organic coffee and tropical fruit farm. 10:30am-6pm. Ono Organic Farms, (149 Hana Hwy., Hana).

KULA COUNTRY FARMS - Daily (except Mon).

Kula Country Farm stand offers fruits and vegetables that are only locally grown and harvested fresh then stocked on the shelves daily. Open T-Th 11am to 5pm. 11am-4pm. Kula Country Farms, (Kula Highway at Kekaulike Avenue, Kula) OPEN MARKET - Every Wed. Hale Ku‘ai Open Market features fresh fruit and vegetables open to the public on Wednesday from 11am to 2pm. Available for pre orders pick up on Wednesday call 984-2156 or email lanakilahalekuai@gmail.com. Free. 11am-2pm. Open market, (1977 Main St., Wailuku); 808-984-2156 FEED MY SHEEP PRODUCE LAHAINA - Every Thu. FMS Produce is a mobile produce market that sells fresh Upcountry Produce to benefit Feed My Sheep and the hungry on Maui. Those who financially qualify will be able to buy the pro-

Two Cats Acoustic Jazz, 7-9:30pm, no cover

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Republic Parking Lot, (Corner of Dickenson and Waine‘e, Lahaina); Feedmysheepmaui.com.

HANA FRESH FARMER’S MARKET - Every Thu. 11am-3pm. Hana Fresh, (4590 Hana Hwy., Hana).

FARMERS MARKET UHMC - Every Mon & Thu. Enjoy fresh sustainably grown produce including tomatoes, lettuce, eggplant, squash, kale, beets, radish, herbs, Asian greens, daikon, chard, flowers and more. Grown on campus by Agriculture and Natural Resource students. 12-1:30pm. University of Hawaii Maui College, (310 Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808-984-3500; Maui.hawaii.edu.

FEED MY SHEEP PRODUCE KAHANA - Every Thu. FMS Produce is a mobile produce market that sells fresh Upcountry Produce to benefit Feed My Sheep and the hungry on Maui. Free. 2-4pm.

Lahaina Christian Fellowship Church, (4275 Hine Way, Kahana); Feedmysheepmaui.com.

LIPOA STREET FARMERS MARKET IN KIHEI - Every Sat. Fruits, produce and Ono Farm sourced foods. 8:30am-11:00am. (95 Lipoa St., Kihei).

MAUI SWAP MEET - Every Sat. From camo hunting gear and koa carvings to vintage aloha postcards and delicate, locally-crafted jewelry, produce market, this place pretty much has it all.

50 cents admission. 7am-1pm. Maui Community College, (310 Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului); 808244-3100; Mauiexposition.com UPCOUNTRY FARMER’S MARKET - Every Sat. Find the best veggies, fruits, flowers and plants, Maui farmers have to offer. 7-11am Kulamalu Town Center (near Longs Drugs), 808-283-3257; Upcountryfarmersmarket.org LAHAINA ARTS SOCIETY’S FINE ART FAIR Every Sun & Sat. Under the shade of Lahaina’s famous Banyan Tree, check out over 50 select Maui artists. Listen to live music and find unique treasures including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography, glass art, wood carvings, baskets and more. Free.

9am-5pm. Banyan Tree Park, (649 Wharf St., Lahaina); 808-661-9175; Visitlahaina.com.

FEED MY SHEEP PRODUCE KAHULUI - Every Sat. FMS Produce is a mobile produce market that sells fresh Upcountry Produce to benefit Feed My Sheep and the hungry on Maui. Those who financially qualify will be able to buy the produce at a 75 percent discount and SNAP (food stamps) will

MON- S.I.N. 50% off, 10pm, TUE-DJ Big Mike 10pm, WED-Karaoke 10pm

be accepted. Free. 9:30am-12pm Christ the King Church, (Corner of Wakea Avenue and Pu‘unene Avenue., Kahului); Feedmysheepmaui.com.

HANA FRESH FARMER’S MARKET - Mondays.

3-6pm Hana Fresh, (4590 Hana Hwy., Hana).

ARTISAN FAIR - Mondays. Come to shop, stay to dine. Local made on Maui Artists showcasing and selling artwork, photography, jewelry, accessories, clothing, massage and wellness. Cash bar and complimentary valet. Free entry. 5-10pm. Longhi’s Lahaina, (888 Front St., Lahaina); 808-667-2288; Longhis.com.

KARAOKE FREE KARAOKE - Every Sun & Wed. L‘ava Sports Bar & Karaoke, (1088 L. Main St., Wailuku); 808-244-4888 KARAOKE - Every Wed. No cover. 10pm-1am Lulu’s Lahaina Surf Club & Grill, (Lahaina Cannery Mall, 1221 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Lahaina); 808-661-0808 KARAOKE WITH “AUNTIE” TODDY LILIKOI IN THE LOUNGE AREA - Every Fri & Sat. Oku’s sushi is available until 11:30pm. 9:30pm Kobe Japanese Steakhouse & Oku’s Sushi Bar, (136 Dickenson St., Lahaina); 808-667-5555; kobemaui.com KARAOKE INDUSTRY NIGHT - Every Sun & Mon. Welcoming all workers from the food and beverage industry to let loose and belt a tune. Half off food and drinks. No Cover. 8pm Haui’s Life’s A Beach, (1913 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-891-8010

DINNER MUSIC WEST MAUI CAPTAIN JACK’S ISLAND GRILL - Sat, Jonny Ringo 7:30-10pm; Sun, Will Hartzag 7:3010pm; Fri, Benny Uyetake 7:30-10pm. (672 Front St., Lahaina); 808-667-0988.

CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE - Thu Brooks Maguire 4:30-10:30pm; Fri Sonshine Rivers & Harry Troupe 4:30-10:30pm; Sat Scott Freeman 4:30-10:30pm; Sun Brooks Maguire 4:3010:30pm; Mon, Mark Burnett 4:30-10:30pm; Tue Scott Freeman 4:30-10:30pm; Wed Sonshine Rivers & Harry Troupe 4:30-10:30pm; (811 Front St., Lahaina); 808-661-4855.

COOL CAT CAFE - Thu, Will Hartzog 7:30-10pm; Fri, Jonny Ringo 7:30-10pm; Sat, Dave Carroll

7:30-10pm; Sun, Justin Phillips 7-9pm; Mon, Peter D 7-9:30pm; Tue, Jazz 7:30-10pm; Tue, Jazz at the Cat 7:30-10pm; Wed, Jordan Cuddy 7:3010pm. (658 Front St., Lahaina); 808-667-0908.

DUKE’S BEACH HOUSE - Mon, Keali‘i Lum 3-5pm, Eddie Sabala 6-8:30pm; Tue, Ben 3-5pm, Eddie Sabala & Alika Nakoka 6-8:30pm; Wed, Danyell 3-5pm, Puhi K6 6-8:30pm; Thu, Ben 3-5pm, Danyell & Roy 6-8:30pm; Fri, Garrett 3-5pm, Damon & Tim 6-8:30pm; Sat, Danyell 3-5pm, Damon & Ron Oversize Prod. 6-8:30pm; Sun, Keali‘i Lum 3-5pm, Damon & Ron Oversize Prod. 6-8:30pm. (130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Ka‘anapali); 808-662-2900.

FLEETWOOD’S ON FRONT STREET - Thu, Cole Sulenta 6:30pm; Fri, Maui Underground 6:30pm; Sun, Mick Fleetwood Blues Band 6:30pm; Mon, Yum Yum Beast 6:30pm; Tue, Ryan Robinson Duo 6:30pm; Sat, The House Shakers & Steve Edwards 6:30pm; Daily, Fleetwood’s on Front St. Oyster Hour 5-6pm. (744 Front St., Lahaina); 808-669-6425.

HARD ROCK CAFE - Fri & Wed, Evan Shulman 8pm; Mon, Kaliko’s Way 10pm; Tue, Elvis Burnin’ Love 6:30pm; (900 Front St., Lahaina); 808-667-7400.

HULA GRILL - Wed, Ernest Pua’a 11:00am; Wed, Peter DeAquino 2:30pm; Wed, Ernest Pua‘a, Kamuela & Roy Kato 6:00pm; Thu, Derick Sebastian 11:00am, Kealii Lum & Naiwi Teruya 2:30pm, Damon Parillo & Friends 6:00pm; Fri, Derick Sebastian 11:00am, Ma’a 2:30pm, Kawika Lum Ho & Friends 6:00pm; Sat, Kawika Lum Ho 11:00am, Ma’a 2:30pm, Danyel Alana & Friends 6:00pm; Sun, Danyel Alana 11:00am, Ma’a 2:30pm, Kealii Lum & Friends 6:00pm; Mon, Kawika Lum Ho 11:00am, Kapali Keahi 2:30pm, Kealii Lum & Friends 6:00pm; Tue, Jarrett Roback 11:00am, Kawika Lum Ho 2:30pm, Will Pohaku 6:00pm. (2435 Ka‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-667-6636.

JAPENGO AT THE HYATT REGENCY - Thu, Kanoa Kukaua Duo 6:30-8:30pm; Fri, Mando Kane 6:30-8:30pm; Sat, Kawika Ortiz 6:30-8:30pm; Sun, Kelly Covington Duo 6:30-8:30pm; Mon, Margie Hart 6:30-8:30pm; Tue, Kanoa Kukaua 6:30-8:30pm; Wed, Pam Peterson 6:30-8:30pm.

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JAVA JAZZ/SOUP NUTZ - Every Thu & Sat, Rick Glencross 7-10pm; Fri, Mel Arausa 7-10pm; Sun, Mike Madden 7-10pm; Mon, Farzad Azad 7-10pm; Tue, Cole Suletna 7-10pm; Wed, Tracy Stiles 7-10pm. (3350 L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Honokowai); 808-667-0787.

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SANSEI - KAPALUA 115 Bay Dr., Lahaina - 669-6286

SANSEI - KIHEI 1881 S. Kihei Rd., Ste. KT116 - 879-0004

SOUTH SHORE TIKI LOUNGE 1913 S. Kihei Rd. - 874-6444

STEEL HORSE SALOON 1234 L. Main St., Wailuku - 243-2206

STOPWATCH SPORTS BAR 1127 Makawao Ave. - 572-1380

THREE’S BAR & GRILL 1945 S Kihei Rd. - 879-3133

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WATERCRESS Waiehu Beach Center, Wailuku-243-9351

KIMO’S - Thu, Ma’a 6:30-8:30pm; Fri, Danyel Alana Band 7:30-9:30pm; Sat, Ma’a 6:30-8:30pm; Every Sun & Mon, Benny Uyetake & Glenn Kakugawa 6-8pm; Every Tue & Wed, Sam Ahia 6:308:30pm. (845 Front St., Lahaina); 808-661-4811.

LAHAINA PIZZA COMPANY - Sun, Greg Di Piazza 7:30-9:30pm; Every Mon & Tue, Martin Tevaga 7:30-9:30pm; Every Wed, Thu & Fri, John Kane 7:309:30pm. (730 Front St., Lahaina); 808-661-0700.

LAHAINA SPORTS BAR - Mon, Trivia 7-9pm.

(843 Waine‘e St., Lahaina); 808-667-6655 LEILANI’S ON THE BEACH - Thu, Jarret & Wilson 3-5pm; Fri, JD & Friends 3-5pm; Sat, JD & Harry 3-5pm; Sun, Merv Oana 3-5pm; Wed, Jarret & Josh 3-5pm. (2435 Ka‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-661-4495.

LONGBOARDS KA‘ANAPALI - Every Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri, Solo guitarist 5:30-8:30pm. (100 Nohea Kai Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-667-1200.

LONGHI’S LAHAINA - Fri, Homestead 10pm1:30am; Every Sun, Two Cats 7-9:30pm; (888 Front St., Lahaina); 808-667-2288 LULU’S LAHAINA SURF CLUB & GRILL - Thu, Rock Thursday 6-9pm; Wed, Island Jams with Kenny Roberts 6-9pm. (1221 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Lahaina); 808-661-0808.

MERRIMAN’S - Mon, David Wolfberg 5:308:30pm; Tue, The Benoits 5:30-8:30pm; Daily (except Mon & Tue), Ranga Pae 5:30-8:30pm. (1 Bay Club Pl., Kapalua); 808-669-6400.

OCEAN POOL BAR & GRILL - Mon, Ukulele/ Lounge 4-7pm; Fri, Ukulele/Lounge 4-7pm. (6 Kai Ala Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-667-3200.

PAILOLO BAR & GRILL - Every Tue, Wed & Thu, Ukulele/Pop 5-8pm. (6 Kai Ala Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-667-3200.

PARADISE GRILL - Fri, Kaliko’s Way 6-9pm; Sat, Justin 6-9pm; Sun, Deeson 6-9pm; (2291 Ka‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-662-3700.

PINEAPPLE GRILL - Thu, Island Rhythm Sounds of Josh Kahula of Nuff Sedd 7-10pm; Fri, Danyel Alana 6-9pm; Sat, Island Sounds with Alika & Eddie 7-10pm; Thu, Jazz Sounds of Fulton Tashombe 6-9pm. (200 Kapalua Dr.); 808-669-9600.

PIONEER INN GRILL & BAR - Tue, Ah-Tim Elenicki 6-9pm; Mon, Kalani 6-9pm; Thu, Greg di Piazza feat. Alana Cini 6-9pm. (658 Wharf St., Lahaina); 808-661-8881.

RB BLACK ANGUS STEAKHOUSE - Sun, Live Jazz 3-6pm. (4465 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Kahana); 808-669-8889.

Makai Jazz Group, 7pm Trish Da Dish Pub Quiz, 9:30pm

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Celtic Tigers, 7-10pm

MON-Joyce & Gord 7pm, TUE- Willie K Dinner Show 6:30pm, WED-TBD

Thursday Night Football, Steve Craig 7-10pm

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Sunday Football All Day! John Bowzer 6:30pm

MON- MNF, Steve Craig, TUE-Rick Scanlon, WED- Au Tim 4-7pm & John Bowzer 7-10pm

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Viva La Rumba 4-6pm, Kanoa 10pm

MON - Kanoa 4pm & DJ Big Mike SIN 10pm, TUE - Steve Mantelli 4pm & DJ Salvo10pm,

Pub Quiz Night, 8pm

Andy Kaina & the Kaina Kountry Band, 8:30pm

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MON- Martini Monday, TUE & WED- FREE Pool

Karaoke w/ Dudley 8:30pm-12am; no cover

The Vamp, 8pm $4 cover

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Salsa Night w/ Barbara & Ernesto, 8pm-no cover

Louise Lambert Trio, 7:30-10:30pm

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RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE - Every Sun & Sat, Live Jazz 6-9pm. (900 Front St., Lahaina); 808-661-8815.

SANGRITA GRILL + CANTINA- Every Wed 5:307:30pm, and Final Friday Fiesta with live Flamenco music

by Indio & Avion on the last Friday of every month 6:308:30pm. The Fairway Shops Ka‘anapali. (2580 Keka‘a Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-662-6000; SangritaGrill.com SEA HOUSE RESTAURANT, NAPILI KAI BEACH RESORT - Tue & Sun, Albert Kaina 7-9pm; Wed & Fri, Kincaid Kupahu 7-9pm; Thu, Kincaid Kupahu 7-10pm; Sat, Jason Ho 7-9pm; (5900 L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Napili); 808-669-1500.

THE CLIFF DIVE BAR - Thu, Tim Osborne 6:308pm; Sat, Larry Golis & Hollis Lee 6:30-8pm; Mon, Larry Golis 6:30-8pm; Every Tue, Wed & Fri, Scott Baird 6:30-8pm. (2605 Ka‘anapali Pkwy.); 808-662-8025.

UMALU - Sun, Kawika Ortiz 6-8pm; Mon, Kawika LumHo 6-8pm; Tue, Craig Soderberg 6-8pm; Wed, Kawika Ortiz 5-9:30pm. (200 Nohea Kai Dr., Ka‘anapali); 808-661-1234.

SOUTH MAUI AMBROSIA MARTINI LOUNGE - Fri, DJ Blast 10pm; Sat, DJ Firefly and DJ Lord HighOwl 10pm; Sun, DJ HighOwl 10pm; Mon, DJ Firefly 10pm; Tue, DJ Firefly 10pm; Wed, Curtis Love Live 8-10pm; (1913 South Kihei Rd, Kihei); 808-891-1011.

BEACH BUMS BAR & GRILL - Every Thu & Sat, Kenny Roberts 5-8pm; Fri, Mike Finkiewicz 5-8pm; Tue, Randall Rospond 5-8pm; Every Sun & Wed, Mark Burnett 5-8pm. (300 Ma‘alaea Rd.); 808-243-2286.

CAPISCHE? - Fri, Mark Johnstone 7-10pm.

Sat, Mark Johnstone 7-10pm; (555 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808-879-2224.

DIAMONDS ICE BAR & GRILL - Thu, 8 Track Players 8pm; Fri, DJ 9pm; Sat, The Hott Mess 9pm; Sun, Gina Martinelli Band 6pm. (1279 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-874-9299.

DOG & DUCK IRISH PUB - Thu, Quiz 7pm, DJ L 10pm; Fri, DJ L 10pm; Sat, DJ L 10pm; Mon, Bartenders Mix 10pm; Sun, Steve Craig 6pm; Tue, Johnny Ringo 10pm; Wed, Jessica & Kanoa 10pm. (1913 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-875-9669.

GANNON’S A PACIFIC VIEW RESTAURANT - Tue, Braddah Larry Golis 6-8pm; Fri, Fulton Tashombe & Special Guests 6-8pm. (100 Wailea Golf Club Dr.); 808-875-8080.

HAUI’S LIFE’S A BEACH - Thu, Dominic 4-8pm;

Thu, Good Chemistry 9pm; Sat, Ryan Robinson 4-8pm; Sat, HI Ground 9pm; Every Tue, Wed & Fri, Rick Glencross 4-8pm; Fri, Dat Guyz 9pm.

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KAMAOLE POOLSIDE CAFE - Thu, Kawika Lum Ho 6-9pm; Fri, Gina Martinelli 6-9pm; Sat, Ron Shadian 6-9pm; Sun, Kenny Roberts 6-9pm; Mon, Rama Camarillo 6-9pm; Tue, Mike & Mark 6-9pm; Wed, Steve Sargenti 6-9pm. (2259 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-891-8860.

TAQUERIA CRUZ - Thu, Rama Camarillo 6:308:30pm; Fri, Ellis Ayres 6:30-8:30pm; Sat, Reggae w/ Ras Shaggai 6:30-8:30pm; Mon, Artie Parti 6:30-8:30pm; Tue, Kawika Ortiz 6:308:30pm; Wed, Natalie Nicole 6:30-8:30pm.

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THREE’S BAR & GRILL - Fri, Louise Lambert Jazz Trio 7:30-10:30pm; (1945 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-879-3133.

MAKENA BEACH & GOLF RESORT - Fri, Glen Kakugawa 6-9:30pm; Sat, Deason Baybayan 6-9:30pm; Sun, Craig Soderberg 6-9:30pm; Mon, Reiko Fukino 6-9:30pm; Every Tue & Thu, Clay Mortensen 6-9:30pm. (5400 Makena Alanui); 808-875-5888.

TOMMY BAHAMA’S TROPICAL CAFE - Every Thu & Fri, Margie Heart 5:30-9:30pm; Every Sun & Sat, Howard Ahia 5:30-9:30pm; Mon, Greg Di Piazza 5:30-9:30pm; Wed, Merv Oana 5:309:30pm. (3750 Wailea Alanui Dr.); 808-875-9983.

MAUI COAST HOTEL - Thu, Kawika Lum Ho 6-9pm; Fri, Gina Martinelli 6-9pm; Sat, Ron Shadian 6-9pm; Sun, Kenny Roberts 6-9pm; Mon, Rama Camarillo 6-9pm; Tue, Mike and Mark 6-9pm; Wed, Steve Sargenti 6-9pm. (2259 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-874-6284.

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MONKEYPOD KITCHEN - Wed, Jarret Roback 7-9pm; Thu, Levi Poasa 4-6pm; Thu, Mike Finkiewicz & Craig Soderberg 7-9pm; Fri, Tom 4-6pm; Fri, Alika Naka‘oka 7-9pm; Sat, Brian Haia 4-6pm; Sat, Randall Rospond 7-9pm; Sun, Levi Poasa 4-6pm; Sun, Kilohana 7-9pm; Mon, Tom Conway 4-6pm; Mon, Joshua Kahula 7-9pm; Tue, Stay Eazy 4-6pm; Tue, Kilohana 7-9pm; Wed, Alika 4-6pm. (10 Wailea Gateway Pl.); 808-891-2322.

MULLIGAN’S ON THE BLUE - Thu, Makai Jazz Group 7-9pm, Trish Da Dish Pub Quiz 9:30-12am; Fri, Soul Kitchen 7-9pm; Sun, Celtic Tigers 7-10pm; Mon, Joyce & Gord 7-9pm; Tue, Willie K 6:308:30pm; Wed, Keep on Truckin’ Trucker Benefit 7-9pm; (100 Kaukahi St., Wailea); 808-874-1131.

PITA PARADISE WAILEA - Mon, Twisted Hips Belly Dancing 6-8pm; Sun, Benoit Jazzworks 5:307:30pm. (34 Wailea Gateway Pl.); 808-879-7177.

RITA’S - Thu, Hawaiian Music with Uncle Ahtim 4-7pm; Sat, Dining and Dancing w/ Sargenti Hall Band 7-10pm; Sun, Steve Craig 3-6pm; Mon, Steve Craig 6:30-9:30pm; Tue, Country Western Night w/ Sargenti Hall Band 6:30-9:30pm; Wed, Ladies Night & Beatles Review w/ Steve Craig 6:30-9:30pm. (1945 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-214-5788.

SOUTH SHORE TIKI LOUNGE - Thur, Jamie Gallo 4-6pm; Fri, Randall Rospond 4-6pm; Sat, Tom Conway 4-6pm; Sun, Viva La Rumba 4-6pm; Mon Kanoa 4-6pm; Tue, Steve Mantelli 4-6pm; Wed, Dan Hiss 4-6pm. (1913 S. Kihei Rd.); 808-874-6444.

KAHULUI ALE HOUSE - Every Tue & Thu, Pi‘ilani Arias 5-8pm; Fri, Local Live Music 5-9pm; Sat, Ben Deleon 5-9pm; Sun, Live Music 5-8pm; Mon, Ben Deleon 5-8pm; Wed, Sheron Depont 5-8pm. (355 E. Kamehameha Ave., Kahului); 808-877-9001.

STEEL HORSE SALOON - Thu, Pub Quiz Night 7:30pm; Fri, Andy Kaina and the Kaina Kountry Band 8:30pm; Sat,Gina Martinelli 8:30pm; Sun, Karaoke 6pm. (1234 Lower Main St., Wailuku) 808-245-2206.

WATERCRESS - Thu, Fri, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Free Karaoke; Sat, 70-80 DJ; (270 Waiehu Beach Rd., Ste 106, Wailuku) 808-243-9351.

UPCOUNTRY CASANOVA - Wed, DJ Kurt $5 cover before 11pm, $10 after. 10pm (1188 Makawao Ave.); 808-572-0220 CHARLEY’S RESTAURANT & SALOON - Mon, Charley’s Live Band Open Mic & Jam 7-10pm; Tue, Howard Ahia 6:30-8:30pm; Randall Rospond 6:30-8:30pm (142 Hana Hwy., Paia); 808-579-8085.

FLATBREAD COMPANY - First Wednesday, Mark Johnstone & Justin Favell 5:30-8pm; Thu, Randall Rospond 5:30-8pm. (89 Hana Hwy., Paia); 808-579-8989.

HANA HOU CAFE - Thu Kanekoa Trio 6-9pm; Fri, Steve Sargenti 6-9pm; Sat Meaghan Owens w/ John Pollack or Steve Grimes 6-9pm; Mon, Hula Honeys 6-9pm; Wed, Dorothy, Les & Vince Esquire 6:30-9pm. (810 Haiku Rd.); 808-575-2661.

STOPWATCH SPORTSBAR AND GRILL - Thu & Sat, Karaoke w/ Dudley 9-12pm; Fri, The Vamp 8-12pm; (1127 Makawao Ave.); 808-572-1380.

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Last night, my neighbor was hammering something at 4 in the morning. I can’t understand how anyone living in a city, with people above, below, and on either side of them, can feel okay about doing something that loud and invasive at such an absurd hour. Yet that kind of self-involved oblivious attitude is not so different from the one you’ve been trying on for size this past week. It may not be quite as inconsiderate or obviously rude as doing construction work in the wee hours, but it’s still being unmindful of the various emotional trips that might be going on around you. Since giving them some airtime could mean a better audience for your inner drama, you might want to consider it.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20)

Don’t confuse intense sexual attraction with true love.

They are two separate things—and while it’s amazing when they overlap, which they often do, that’s not necessarily the case here. Amazing physical chemistry is incredible fun, and by all means enjoy it and throw yourself into it. But at the same time, when you have a spare moment, reserve the coolest part of your brain to look at who you two are out of bed.

Forming a partnership of any kind based on something as changeable and fluid as animal passion is foolhardy at best and downright stupid at worst.

There’s more than one way to skin a cat. Just keep that in mind this week—because you’re the cat that’s in danger of being stripped. Those wily hunters aren’t likely to try the most straightforward and traditional methods of taking you down; they’re more surreptitious and subtle. So be on guard. Going down at the hands of these assholes is by no means a sure thing—before I told you, it was only 50/50; now that you know, you’re much more likely to walk away with a few scalps instead. And if you do happen to get figuratively skinned, don’t freak out. Your ego has more regenerative capacity than Wolverine.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20)

You have tremendous respect for your elders. You’ve long been impressed with the virtue of wisdom born of experience. You have trouble being rude to anyone with white hair. Unfortunately, although your attitude is pretty laudable 90% of the time, there is that contingent of old people for whom experience has only brought bitterness, not wisdom. They turn into crotchety old hags and geezers and don’t necessarily deserve the reverence you’d normally give them.

Don’t go around knocking over cranky old ladies or beating up the cantankerous curmudgeon shaking his fist at you, though. Just make sure people really deserve your respect before you give it to them.

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VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22)

I’ve been bouncing back and forth between writing, running errands, playing with my dog, and half a dozen other necessary tasks. It feels a lot like being a Virgo, actually, and part of me sees the joy of having this many balls in the air and being skilled enough not to drop a single one. Damn, you’re sexy.

Unfortunately, most people don’t have enough of an awareness of what it takes to live a life like yours, so they only see a harried, decent person, with no free time, and hardly any of your inherent hotness.

If they could walk a day in your shoes, they’d get it.

But since that’s not possible, seize the one or two opportunities you’ll get this week to show, not tell, exactly how badass and capable you are.

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19)

Unplug. Your batteries are now at 100%. Staying here longer will only waste your time and best opportunities to attain your current lofty aspirations. By “here,” I mean this mental and/or physical junction, where you’re poised to make a big leap of faith in yourself. You’ve been rightfully building up your strength, like a video game character fortifying his life meter before tackling a difficult level. But now you’ve got all the skills, the fortitude, and the desire to conquer not only this level, but the whole game. Go for it. You can worry about what game you’ll play next when you’re done with this one.

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People suck, don’t they? Which makes your recurring and powerful craving for partnership with one of them all the more galling and frustrating for you.

Your desire isn’t wrong or anything—although you should certainly keep it from eclipsing personal development and spiritual progress—but it is selfdefeating. Your eminent availability makes you, in an ironic screwed-up way, less of a desirable candidate, because unattainability is a sickly compelling aphrodisiac. You shouldn’t start playing games to hide your true desires, however. Just slow them down. Try this: progress any relationship at half the speed you’d wish. Wouldn’t you prefer to get to where you’re going, even if takes twice as long as you’d like, rather than not get there at all?

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21)

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20)

Life is timing. This can happen on a small scale—like which bus you catch—or a grand scale, like what year you were born; that can really screw you. For example, lusting after your nineteen year-old neighbor is totally fine when you’re sixteen, but a little more problematic when you’re forty-six. See what I’m getting at here? There’s some shit on your plate that you can do something about, and some that you just have to let go of. It’s actually obvious which is which, if you take a step back from your emotions: Go get the plastic surgery so you look ten years younger.

But forget the teenager, regardless.

Don’t start burning the furniture for heat, just yet.

You may feel inspired to take desperate measures to meet the apparently desperate need you’re feeling.

But things aren’t as dire as you think or they seem.

Just wait a few days; in retrospect, you’ll be able to see it was your uncertainty that was killing you (or seeming to), not your circumstances. Practice patience and listen hard. Once you’re armed with a little more knowledge, your soul will be in substantially less anxiety or pain, and your butt will thank you for not destroying the couch.

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