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Monday, June 17

Theatre / Spoken Word

• The group Bento Rakugo presents traditional Japanese storytelling, speaking all of the voices in first- and third-person. All stories are in English. It’s at 10 am in the Molokai Public Library. 553-1765

Wednesday, June 19

Music

• George Kahumoku's Slack Key Show welcomes Led Ka`apana, Martin Pahinui, Herb Ohta Jr., Keoki Kahumoku, Da `Ukulele Boyz, Sterling Seaton and Wainani Kealoha at 7:30 pm in the Na Pili Kai Beach Resort. www.slackkeyshow.com

Thursday, June 20

Dance

• An Israeli Folk Dancing class takes place from 6 – 8 pm at the Maui Lu Calvary Chapel, 575 South Kihei Road in Kihei. Free, beginners welcome.

Friday, June 21

Event

• ArT=Mixx® is an interactive, 21-and-over social event that connects artist and audience in a fusion of performing and visual arts. The RUNWAY edition will feature a wearable art fashion show, interactive photography, celebrity costumes, art making, video displays, music and more. In the Pavilion/Courtyard at 7 pm. www.mauiarts.org

Sunday, June 23

Music

• The annual Kī Hō‘alu Guitar Festival returns with an all-star lineup of Hawai‘i’s best slack key guitar musicians ... in a laid-back, local-style ambiance that lingers until dusk. In the MACC Pavilion/Amphitheater at 1 pm. www.mauiarts.org

• The Maui Historical Society/Bailey House Museum holds an `Ohana Day.  The museum and shop will be open in the afternoon from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Admission is half-off and keiki 12 and under will be free with a paid adult.  Live entertainment all afternoon with Nevah Too Late and bring your `ukulele or guitar for old-fashioned kanikapila!  Bring the whole ‘ohana to Bailey House for an afternoon of talk story and family fun!  www.mauimuseum.org

Wednesday, June 26

Music

• George Kahumoku's Slack Key Show welcomes steel guitar master Bobby Ingano at 7:30 pm in the Na Pili Kai Beach Resort. www.slackkeyshow.com

Thursday, June 27

Dance

• An Israeli Folk Dancing class takes place from 6 – 8 pm at the Maui Lu Calvary Chapel, 575 South Kihei Road in Kihei. Free, beginners welcome.

Theatre / Spoken Word

• The group Bento Rakugo presents traditional Japanese storytelling, speaking all of the voices in first- and third-person. All stories are in English. It’s at 2 pm in the Lanai Public Library. 565-7920

Friday, June 28

Events

• Maui Brewing Company hosts Pint Night for the Birds from 6 pm – midnight, at Kahana Gateway Center, 4405 Honoapiilani Highway. Half of the night's pint sales will go to native bird recovery. 573-0280.

Saturday, June 29

Spoken Word

• Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country. It is the quality of his material, which relates to a wide audience and is revered by his peers, that continues to grow Brian’s fan base! In the Castle Theater at 8 pm. www.mauiarts.org

Monday, July 1

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 begins today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Tuesday, July 2

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 continues today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Dance

• An Israeli Folk Dancing event takes place from 2 – 3:30 pm in Hale Makua in Kahului. Refreshments will be served, the public is welcome.

Wednesday, July 3

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 continues today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Thursday, July 4

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 continues today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Friday, July 5

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 continues today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Saturday, July 6

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 continues today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Sunday, July 7

Music

• The festival Jazz Maui 2013 concludes today. It features workshops for students and performances by visiting and local jazz musicians. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.jazzmaui.org.

Saturday, July 13

Theatre/Spoken Word

• Storyteller Dave Del Rocco presents "Stories of Hawaii and the World," folktales that explain how different cultures view aspects of their world. This program is recommended for ages 5 and older.  All children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It’s at 10:30 am in the Lahaina Public Library. 662-3950

Art Exhibits and Lectures

• Hospice Maui presents Ohana Arts Day from 10 am – 1 pm at Hospice Maui in Wailuku. The free event is filled with fun art activities designed to help children express their grief in healthy ways. RSVP by calling 244-5555.

Saturday, July 20

Music

• Join songwriter and storyteller Kimo Nevius for a moonlight concert at the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku.  Show starts at 7 pm. Steeped in American folk traditions, his songs tell the stories of whale ships, missionaries, cowboys, and plantation workers. For ticket information, call 244-3326.

Announcements

• TODAY THROUGH JUNE 20: Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary offers free  Ocean Awareness Training classes to commercial marine tour operators and the community. This free training provides participants with up-to-date knowledge to educate visitors about Hawai‘i’s unique marine environment, and through field days throughout the month, will provide further opportunities for hands-on, site-based learning and volunteering. For information visit http://www.oceanawarehawaii.org/

• SEPTEMBER 23: East Maui Watershed Partnership is looking for artists to create art pieces depicting Maui Nui native species for their 9^th annual Mālama Wao (vau) Akua Juried Art Exhibition. Support conservation though art! Entries accepted Sunday, September 22nd (5:00pm-8pm) & Monday, September 23rd  (9:00am-1:00pm). For more information and rules call 573-6999 or visit www.eastmauiwatershed.org.

Art Exhibits

• TODAY THROUGH JULY 21: Photographers Ed Goldstein, Miki Nitadori and Bruna Stude share the gallery with concurrent exhibits that pursue a single idea as a vehicle for commentary on issues concerning nature, cultural identity and social-historical documentation. The exhibit Photography Passion & Risk captures the human experience and its passage through time. In the MACC's Schaefer International Gallery. Hours: WED-SUN 11am-5pm. Free Admission. www.mauiarts.org

Ongoing Weekly Events

MONDAY

• Swing Maui, Maui's Lindy Hop and Swing Dance Scene, offers weekly group classes in Swing & Lindy Hop dancing. Classes are held from 7 to 10 pm in the Open Room at Kenolio Park, Kihei. Social dancing before, between and after classes. Visit swingmaui.org. (9/17/12)

• Phil and Angela Benoit perform from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at Merriman's Kapalua. www.benoitjazzworks.com. (12/26/11)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)

TUESDAY

• Grand Wailea resort is home to the largest private corporate art collection in the Hawaiian Islands. Art lovers are welcome to take a tour of its outdoor museum. The complimentary tour starts at NaPua Gallery on the fourth floor of Grand Wailea at 10 a.m.  Parking will be validated for tour participants. (6/21/12)

• Randall Rospond entertains at Beach Bums in Ma`alaea from 5 to 8 pm. (11/19/12)

• The Napili Kai Foundation presents the Keiki Polynesian Show at the Napili Kai Resort from 5:30 to 6:15 pm.  Call 669-6271 for reservations. (9/8/10)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)

WEDNESDAY

• Randall Rospond plays at Stella Blues in Kihei from 4 to 6 pm. 874-3779 (11/19/12)

• The Aloha Ballroom Dance Academy offers weekly group classes in Latin & Ballroom dancing with dance instructor, Rita O'Connor. Classes are held from 6:30 to 9 pm in the Kihei Community Center. Visit alohaballroom.com. (9/8/10)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcfe.com (7/25/12)

THURSDAY

• Grace Church in Pukalani offers Israeli folk dancing 6 to 8 pm. All ages and levels welcome. For more information call Dan at 280-1051. (06/15/11)

• Phil and Angela Benoit perform from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Moana's Bakery & Cafe in Pa`ia. www.benoitjazzworks.com. (12/26/11)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)

• EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: Randall Rospond plays solo from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at The Flatbread Co. in Paia. 214-6164. (8/4/11)

FRIDAY

• Randall Rospond plays solo at the Tiki Lounge in Kihei from 4 to 6 pm. 874-6444 (11/19/12)

• Phil and Angela Benoit perform from 5:30 to 8 pm at Cafe O'Lei/The Dunes in Kahului. www.benoitjazzworks.com. (12/26/11)

• Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candlelight. Tours are held from 6 to 8:30 pm. The Museum is located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of Lahaina. Tours are led by experienced docents, with refreshments following on the front lanai. For more information visit lahainarestoration.org  or call 661-3262. (11/11/10)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)

SATURDAY

• The Pa`ia Oceanfront Movie Theater features family films, Hawaiian and surf movies, documentaries, live music and more. It’s from 6 to 9 pm at Johnny B’s. 579-9790. (11/5/12)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)

• Phil and Angela Benoit perform from 5:30 to 8 pm at Cafe O'Lei/The Dunes in Kahului. www.benoitjazzworks.com. (12/26/11)

•  Randall Rospond plays at Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea from 3 to 5 pm. (11/19/12)

SUNDAY

• Louise Lambert plays jazz and blues from 6 to 9 pm at Threes Bar & Grill, 1945 South Kihei Rd. 879-3133. (8/21/12)

•  Phil and Angela Benoit perform from 6 to 8:30 pm at Pita Paradise Wailea. www.benoitjazzworks.com. (12/26/11)

• The Grace Church school cafeteria in Pukalani offers Israeli folk dancing from 4 to 6 pm. All ages and levels welcome. For more information call Dan at 280-1051. (06/15/11)

• Na `Ohana Hoaloha performs at Coffees of Hawai‘i in Kualapu’u, Moloka`i from 3 to 5 pm.  It is free and open to the public.  The performance includes traditional Hawaiian music and hula.  Audience participation is encouraged. (9/25/12)

• Cool Cat Cafe in Lahaina (658 Front St. #160) offers live music nightly from a variety of artists. www.coolcatcafe.com (7/25/12)