Community Calendar

This isn't just another fundraiser—it's a movement to strengthen connections between people, food, farmers. We accomplish this by rescuing quality ingredients, transforming them into nutritious meals, supporting local purveyors, and empowering families with the knowledge and confidence to excel in their home cooking. Guests select from over 3,000 handcrafted ceramic bowls presented by the Hawai'i Potters Guild, while enjoying dishes prepared by 14 of Hawaiʻi’s talented chefs. All proceeds will benefit the Feed the People Hawaiʻi initiative in collaboration with Chef Hui and Aloha Harvest.

Admission will include a hand-crafted bowl and meal tickets that can be redeemed at any of our participating chef vendors. For more information visit www.emptybowlhawaii.org/

"Smother" is a hilarious play about Marcia, a bossy but well-intentioned mother, who cooks up increasingly outlandish schemes to control her daughter, Julia's, love life. Unfortunately, Julia has a track record of hooking up with loser boyfriends, and Marcia vows to change that. Ultimately, Marcia learns by seeking professional help, and through the efforts of those who love her, how to let go.....maybe.

The Yellow Boat
Written by David Saar
Directed by MFA candidate Emmanuel Mante
September 24-28, 2025
*Post Show Q&A following the Friday performance

A heartwarming journey for audiences of all ages, The Yellow Boat by David Saar is a powerful piece of Theatre for Young Audiences that celebrates imagination, escape, and resilience. Inspired by a true story, this moving play follows a young boy whose boundless creativity transforms his world, turning life’s deepest challenges into a sea of possibilities. Through vibrant storytelling and evocative imagery, this production invites children and adults alike to embark on an unforgettable adventure – one where even the smallest boat can carry the biggest ride of imagination. Set sail with us and experience the magic of The Yellow Boat, recommended for children ages 8 and up.

Content Advisories: covers health issues and suffering, such as hemophilia and HIV.

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.

Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7:30pm
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 7:30pm
Friday, Sept. 26 at 7:30pm*
Saturday, Sept. 27 at 7:30pm
Sunday, Sept. 28 at 2:00pm
*post-show Q&A 9/26

Tiny Beautiful Things is a deeply moving play that brings to life the “Dear Sugar” online advice column written by bestselling author Cheryl Strayed (Wild). When an anonymous advice columnist responds to heartfelt letters from strangers, the personal stories that unfold are a compassionate and poetic exploration of love, grief, vulnerability, and forgiveness. Brilliantly adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), this intimate theatrical experience is a celebration of the power of storytelling and all the tiny, beautiful moments that remind us of our shared humanity.

Please join us on the 4th Sunday of every month: let's keep Ka'ehu free of marine debris and research what washes ashore. This beautiful sandy/rocky coastline gets inundated with marine debris from all over the Pacific and locally. These items can be deadly ingestion and entanglement hazards to animals of all sizes. Come lend a hand for a few hours of learning, fun and exercise. All are welcome!

100 Artisans selling their Gifts and Crafts. Maui Fine Art is there with Gallery items at Artist Direct Pricing. We have 100 Artisans which include but are not limited to Men's and Women's Clothing, Jewelry, Pottery, Paintings, Swim Suits, Sunglasses, Hats, Bags, Hand painted Coconut shells, Dog Wear, and so much more. Please come and support local Artisans at the Maui Gift and Craft Fair held every Sunday from 9am to 2pm at Lahaina Gateway Shopping Center where Kihei Cafe, ACE Hardware and Ross Dress for Less are located.

Come see for yourself the Beauty of Pastel in a FREE exhibit sponsored by Pastel Artists of Hawaii (PAH). The exhibit highlights recent works by members of various skill levels.

PAH is a Hawaii-wide group of artists who produce works using soft, sometimes known as dry, pastels. The pieces must consist of at least 80% soft pastel. Used for hundreds of years by the likes of Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Pablo Picasso, and Pierre-August Renoir, soft pastels are nothing more than pigment (or color) held in a stick form by a minimum amount of binder, allowing the artists many ways of applying and manipulating the color.

Scenes from Hawaii tend to feature prominently in PAH paintings, but you can also see portraits, still life, and even a few abstracts. Come see some views of the islands and more through the loving eyes of these local artists.

Come see for yourself the Beauty of Pastel in a FREE exhibit sponsored by Pastel Artists of Hawaii (PAH). The exhibit highlights recent works by members of various skill levels.
PAH is a Hawaii-wide group of artists who produce works using soft, sometimes known as dry, pastels. The pieces must consist of at least 80% soft pastel. Used for hundreds of years by the likes of Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Pablo Picasso, and Pierre-August Renoir, soft pastels are nothing more than pigment (or color) held in a stick form by a minimum amount of binder, allowing the artists many ways of applying and manipulating the color. Scenes from Hawaii tend to feature prominently in PAH paintings, but you can also see portraits, still life, and even a few abstracts. Come see some views of the islands and more through the loving eyes of these local artists.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10:30 am - starting on January 3rd, 2025. Reservations are recommended. Call (808) 768-7135.

Here are some additional details:

Public Tours of Foster Botanical Garden resume in January 2025!

Volunteer docents will conduct tours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., rain or shine.

Docents just completed a six-week training and are eager to engage the public meaningfully.

On these tours, docents will provide an overview and some details of some of the gardenʻs seven sections. No two tours are the same—different docents bring different background knowledge and life experiences. All are passionate about plants.

Please call (808) 768-7135 to reserve your spot.

Tours are limited to about 20 people and are included in the price of admission ($5 for visitors, $3 for residents, $1 for children).

For school or other organized groups, please call the number above to discuss differentiated tour options.

Foster Botanical Garden has a rich history and a world-renowned collection. Here are some quick facts:
-14 acre historic garden opened to the public in 1930
- Dedicated to the “people of Hawai’i” by Mary Elizabeth Mikahala Robinson Foster
- Portions once owned by Queen Kalama
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Oldest of the five gardens and the headquarters of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens
- Home to 21 “Exceptional Trees” protected by City Ordinance

Immerse yourself in the creative hub where iconic records were born at Island Sound Studios. Limited to only 20 people, our exclusive tours take place every other Sunday from 11am-12:00pm, allowing you to hang out with the owner Kyle Spicer and explore the legendary spaces where music history was made. Get a firsthand look at where masterpieces like Kanye West's My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy were brought to life. Please note that tour availability is subject to change based on studio bookings, so book your spot today to experience the magic of Island Sound Studios.