Notable in November

First Friday for November

November
November is noteworthy on Maui for its wide range of special events. In November our events range from a Keiki hula and chant competition in Kaanapali at the beginning of the month to a Restaurant Week in Wailea to collegiate basketball all stars competing in the Lahaina Civic Center at the end of the month. New for November  are three  ”Town Parties” that join the line up with Wailuku?s first Friday. Lahaina will host its own party on the second Friday of the month. Makawao will follow on the third Friday with Paia holding its own block party on the fourth Friday of November. We  also provide a sneak peak at events for December and January. Enjoy!

Jake by Moonlight
Yokouchi Pavilion, Kahului
November 2
Jake Shimabukuro, molds the traditional Hawaiian instrument of four strings and two octaves into something special. Jake and his “uke” appear to effortlessly mix jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian and folk music, creating a sound that’s both technically masterful and emotionally powerful and utterly unique in the music world. Join Jake for a highly entertaining concert in the moonlit. For more venue information, please go to www.mauiarts.org


First Friday at Cafe O Lei

Wailuku First Friday
Market Street, Wailuku
November 4
Friday from 6-9 pm a street fest featuring live music, arts and crafts, ono food booths, and shopping along historic Market Street. For more information call: 808.878.1888  www.facebook.com/WailukuFirstFriday.


Hula O Na Keiki, Kaanapali Beach Hotel

Hula O Na Keiki Festival
Kaanapali Beach Hotel
November 4 – 6
The Hula O Na Keiki, a children’s solo and pair’s hula competition is to educate children in the ways of the Hawaiian ancestors so the culture can be carried forward. Children ages 5 years old to 17 years old will perform a Hawaiian chant and a kahiko (traditional) and an auana (modern) style hula.  A crafts faire and workshops are available at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel during the weekend. For more information, please go to www.hawaiiculture.com


Restaurant Week in Wailea

Restaurant Week Wailea
Wailea
November 6-12
Back by popular demand, Wailea Resort is proud to announce the return of its very successful dinner promotion, “Restaurant Week Wailea”. This celebration of Wailea’s finest cuisine will take place at 16 participating resort restaurants throughout Wailea.

The pre-fixe menus being offered are not valid with any other discount, coupons or promotion at participating restaurants. Diners may contact each restaurant direct for reservations, as advance reservations are strongly recommended or visit www.opentable.com for select restaurants which offer online dinner reservations.

For more information and menus you can print, visit www.wailearesortassociation.com No tickets, passes or coupons needed. Simply make your reservations and enjoy delicious meals!

Hawaiian Music Series
Baldwin Home Museum, Lahaina
November 10
Enjoy Hawaiian music from 11 am to 12:30 pm on the Baldwin Home Museum lawn facing Front Street, while local seniors create colorful lei on site and dance hula. The free November concert will host Na Hoku Hanohano award winning vocalist Teresa Bright will who will make a special appearance. Information: call 808. 661.3262 or go to www.lahainarestoration.org

Lahaina Royal Hoike 2011
Waiola Church, Lahaina
November 12th
Experience music, hula, culture, games, arts and crafts at the Hoolaulea and silent auction from 9am-4m. Enjoy a Luau and Hoike from 5 pm-8 pm. For more information call 808.250.9196 or go to www.royalhawaiianguard.com


I KEIA MANAWA

I Keia Manawa EXHIBIT
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
November 12
Experience nn exhibit of Native Hawaiian artists expressing their feelings and views of past, current, and future issues relating to Hawai’i. Join us at the exhibit opening on Saturday November 12 at 5:30pm. Meet the artists and be moved by their views. For more venue information, please go to www.mauiarts.org

Pot of Gold Doubles Championship
Makena Tennis Club, Makena
November 12-13th
Tournament format is two out of three sets, single elimination in each tournament division. For more information call the Makena Tennis club at 808.891.4050 or go to www.makenaresortmaui.com.


Iao Theatre in Wailuku

ONO Series
Iao Theatre, Wailuku
November 14
Maui OnStage presents a free staged reading in evening of ‘Rock of Ages’ an original radio play by Joel Agnew. This presentation is part of the monthly free ONO Series. Info: 808.244.8680 or www.mauionstage.com

Na Mele O Maui
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului
November 17
This Hawaiian song competition features school groups from Maui, Molokai as well as Lanai. The groups compete for music and language awards in two age categories. For more information, please go to www.mauiarts.org


Hula in Makawao

Makawao Town Party
Baldwin Ave, Makawao
November 18
Plan to attend Makawao Town’s November party on the third Friday of the month. We hope to see you at the November Party with your best boots on! Please check out our facebook event page: Makawao Town Party http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=265834110128449 for up to date details. Follow postings on the Historic Makawao Town facebook page http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Historic-Makawao-Town-Maui-Hawaii/164413795357

Wailea Food & Wine Celebration: Li‘ula i Wailea
Wailea Hotel, Wailea
November 18
The arts community and honorary chairs Jack and Carolyn Schaefer Gray host the Hui No?eau’s 5th annual benefit in support of community arts education. Held in Hotel Wailea’s elegant Anuhea Room overlooking the koi pond and beautiful hotel grounds, guests will sample exceptional wines provided by Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants and taste Maui cuisine from the finest local restaurants and chefs. Enjoy great company and a relaxed atmosphere for a worthy cause. Call 808.572.6560 to purchase tickets.

Celebrating Native Plants with Songs by Cody Pueo Pata
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, Kahului
November 19
Join Kumu Hula and Na Hoku Hanohano award winner, Cody Pueo Pata, for a morning of Hawaiian music as he serenades you with mele (songs) about the inspiring native plants of Hawai’i. Info and reservations: 808.249.2798 or go to www.mnbg.org.

Lewis Cellars Wine Dinner
Four Seasons Resort, the Lodge at Koele, Lanai
November 19th
The Dining Room at the Four Season, the Lodge at Koele will host a winemaker Randy Lewis for a delicious dinner and wine tasting starting at 6pm. For more information about the Wine series program call 808.565.2335 or email: lea.hennessy@fourseasons.com.


Maui Invitational Tip off at the Lahaina Civic Center

EA Sports Maui Invitational
Collegiate Basketball Tournament, Lahaina Civic Center, Lahaina
November 21-23
The 28th Annual EA Sports Maui Invitational Collegiate Basketball Tournament has expanded from eight to 12 teams. The total number of tournament games will also expand from 12 games currently played on the island of Maui to a total of 23 games, which include 11 games played on the U.S. mainland. Championship rounds will be played in Lahaina, Maui from Monday, November 21 to Wednesday, 23. For tickets and complete Tournament information, please visit www.mauiinvitational.com.

A Christmas Carol
Iao Theatre, Wailuku
November 25 – December 11
Maui OnStage presents Charles Dickens’ classic holiday story ‘A Christmas Carol’ with music adapted by Tom Frey, on Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinee at 3 pm. Info: 808.244.8680 or www.mauionstage.com

Georgia O Keefe in Hawaii

Georgia O Keefe in Hawaii
Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Kahului
November 30
Join author Patricia Jennings, at 6 pm in the Higashi room, to learn about the experiences Georgia O’Keefe had during her three-month visit in Hawaii in 1939. Patricia will tell the story of Georgia’s visit using her paintings and letters. Admission is free. For more information, go to www.mauiarts.org

DECEMBER


Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center

First Night
Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center
Baldwin Ave, Makawao
December 1
First Night is the perfect opportunity to shop for exclusive treasures to share with family and friends during this special evening event at our dramatically decorated historic estate. Enjoy festive drinks & pupu, live music, and meet the artists at our one-night-only Artisan Boutique, where a selection of Hui potters and jewelry artists will personally present their work for sale. This event will also feature a special local tea & coffee tasting by Coffees of Hawaii. Call 808.572.6560 to purchase tickets.

Lanai Annual Christmas Festival & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Old Dole Administration Building, Lanai
December 3
This fun-filled event is open to everyone! Come and bring your children to take pictures with Santa and receive a Christmas goodie bag. Relax and enjoy local food, craft booths and activities. Enjoy Lanai style entertainment with lots of Christmas music on the front lawn at the Dole Administrative Building at 2pm to 7pm. For more information, please visit www.visitlanai.net

Christmas Light Parade & Hoolaulea
Kaunakakai, Molokai
December 3
Santa comes to Kaunakakai with the annual Christmas Light Parade, featuring Molokai floats and marching units. Following the parade is the Hoolaulea (festival) with entertainment, contests, holiday desserts and great fun for everyone. For more information, please go to http://visitmolokai.com

Holiday Lighting of the Banyan Tree
Lahaina Town, Front Street
December 3-4
Lahaina’s historic Banyan Tree is lit up with thousands of Christmas lights for the entire holiday season. Santa makes an appearance, island-style, and community choirs sing Christmas carols. See the World Cultural Exchange Hula performances on stage. Enjoy a holiday arts and crafts fair along with Hawaiian musical entertainment. Tenants of the Old Lahaina Courthouse host children’s holiday art activities and cookie decorating workshops. Free admission. For more information, please go to www.visitlahaina.com

Holiday Pops
Maui Arts and Cultural Center, Kahului
December 4
The Maui Pops Orchestra will present at 3:30pm a “Holiday Pops” concert with Amy Hanaialii Gilliom. For more information, please go to www.mauipops.com

JANUARY


The 18th hole at the Plantation Course in Kapalua

Hyundai Tournament of Champions
The Plantation Course, Kapalua Resort
January 5-9, 2012
Kapalua Resort is pleased to welcome this years exciting event at The Plantation Course for the winners-only competition returns to Kapalua. For more information, please go to www.pgatour.com/hyundai.

Maui Oceanfront Marathon
Wailea Resort to Lahaina
January 22
The 4th Annual Oceanfront Marathon starts in Wailea and runs along the oceanfront to Kamehameha Iki Park near the Banyan Tree in Old Lahaina Town; it includes 26.2 miles of beautiful oceanfront and mountain vistas. In addition, a Half Marathon, Maui 15K and 5K runs are also available. For more information, please visit www.mauioceanfrontmarathon.com

by Lynn on November 2, 2011