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Readers debate a bike theft in Letters. Jared Libby attends a ceremony honoring four Maui soldiers killed in Iraq. A child’s space dreams go super nova in Eh Brah! News of the Weird is especially weird, even by its weird standards. The state Supreme Court shuts down the Superferry while Rob Report sifts through the feedback on last week’s timely Superferry Progress Report. Coconut Wireless weighs in on the Mayor’s gardening skills and, because you haven’t read enough about it yet, the Superferry!
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Editor: Jacob Shafer Hard knocks...or home ec. Calendar Editor/Staff Writer: Kate Bradshaw Postcolonial music theory Proofreader: Heather Nicholson Contributors: Jessica Armstrong, Caeriel Crestin, Lloyd Dangle, Beau Ewan, Doug Levin, Jared Libby, Greg Mebel, Rob Parsons, Ron Pitts, Chuck Shepherd, Ynez Tongson, Barry Wurst II Photographer: Sean Michael Hower Inglishe Art Director: Brittany Shaw Sex ed. Graphic Designer: Kellee LaVars Russian communism Advertising Executive: Brad Chambers Art General Manager: Jennifer Russo Marriage counseling Administrative Executive: Judy Toba Underwater basket weaving Administrative Assistant: Jennifer Brown Science
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20 DA KINE CALENDAR Kate schools you on the week’s grade A events, including a yoga workshop and a Tarantino marathon.
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28 BACK PAGES 28 Adult Classifieds 29 Local Classifieds 30 Sign Language 31 Mind, Body & Spirit
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LETTERSTOTHEEDITOR TIRED OF IT (PUN!) To the person that stole the bike [Eh Brah!, March 12]: it’s people like you that give the rest of us haoles a bad name. I’m tired of this. Look on craigslist or just cruise the yard sales in Kihei. You can find choke bikes for super cheap—no need to take someone else’s! Live pono, and you’ll live a lot longer in a place like this. Cheryl H., Kihei
BIKE-O ANALYSIS (BAD PUN!) Wow, that sucks that someone took your bike, but the fact that you’re not doing anything about it (but writing to Eh Brah!) must say something about you: 1) You’re a truly kindhearted person and can see your friend’s bike is being put to good use despite the way this person obtained it, and seeing this person on your friend’s bike is a great reminder of your friend; or 2) You were just bored and wanted something to bitch about. Cuz you’re not using the bike and this person who stole your friend’s bike that passed away from cancer is riding around on this bike like the heartless person he is. I would like to think it’s the first one cuz I like to think that deep down inside you’re doing the right thing and your friend is smiling down on you. Ipo Kahele, submitted online at mauitime.com
A STAB AT IRONY… WE HOPE Dude, you should take a good, hard look at yourself. So your friend who died of cancer “gave” you this bike, huh? Does that mean you OWN it?
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Mitt Romney would not have gotten anywhere at all in 2008 without “Governor” on his resume [Coconut Wireless, March 12]. So I think Mormons (like me) liked watching a favorite son do alright in the race—but the good people of Kennedyland were the proximate cause of his presidential aspirations. That said, you make an excellent point: atheists and other such non-Christians could be a powerful force if they ever got organized. I wouldn’t hold my breath. Dropping By, submitted online at mauitime.com Ed. Note: Thanks for dropping by; come again soon. You make an interesting point, but I’d counter that atheists’ lack of representation in government has less to do with their (alleged) inability to organize and more with the general public mistrust of non-believers. If given a truth serum, many politicians would probably admit to having serious doubts about their religion of choice. But to say so publicly is still tantamount to political suicide.
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Re the story about the bank robber who tunneled into the restroom by mistake [News of the Weird, March 12]: If we took a poll, I bet most people would say they’ve ended up getting drilled in a bathroom at some point in their lives. Doncha think?
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You can’t own anything, especially not with such an impure, ungenerous heart as you have. Maybe God sent this angel to you, who needed your bike more than you do obviously, and could put it to better use to save the planet by riding it instead of driving or hitchhiking in planet-killer machines, so you could receive a badly needed lesson in humility. Where is your Aloha? Maui is full of the best-hearted haoles there are, who were brought here as gods and goddesses to remind the Hawaiians of the true spirit of Aloha, and you are fortunate enough to have been singled out for special individual attention, which you clearly sorely need. Get your head out of your butt and act like a man.
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Fallen warriors Maui honors four soldiers killed in Iraq
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But despite their opposing views on the war in Iraq, both Mateo and Covich agreed the most important thing was remembering the fallen soldiers and supporting the families who have lost their loved ones. Covich reached out to family members, handing out cards and offering support for “veterans, active military and families in distress.” “These families deserve the respect that goes with the plaques we gave them, and the men deserve the respect of being on that wall and having this ceremony today,” Covich said.
“Of all the tragedies of war, the greatest injustice is the act of forgetting.”
On Friday, March 13, the County of Maui honored these men by adding their names to the memorial wall at War Memorial Gymnasium in Kahului. A gathering of family members, veterans and local politicians came together to pay tribute to these fallen soldiers. Their names were added to the memorial under the heading “Gulf War,” joining Sgt. Damon Kanuha, who was killed in Kuwait in 1991. These men died because our country is at war, a war that is one of the most divisive in our nation’s history. Some feel it’s justified and necessary to preserve the freedoms we hold dear. County Councilmember Danny Mateo expressed this sentiment in a lofty, moving speech. “These brave warriors paid the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that, as Americans, our freedom is protected,” said Mateo. “The cost of freedom is without a doubt a heavy burden. So let it be shouted from every mountaintop and through every valley—let freedom ring, let freedom ring, let freedom ring.” Other people believe the war is an unjust and senseless waste of American lives. Vice President of Vietnam Veterans of Maui County Michael Covich voiced this sentiment following the ceremony. “Putting aside the hunt for Bin Laden, this whole war is a bunch of bullshit and we shouldn’t have had to sacrifice one person like we threw guys away for nothing in Vietnam,” said Covich.
Mateo also emphasized the significance of the memorial. “Of all the tragedies of war, the greatest injustice is the act of forgetting,” he said. No matter what your views on the war, it was impossible not to be moved by this gathering. It was a solemn day, marked most by the sense of family, of ohana. It wasn’t contrived or forced in any way. There was simply a palpable emotion among the people in attendance. Veterans, politicians and citizens who live and work together on this tiny island opened their arms to the families of the fallen. “You are now all a part of our extended ohana,” said master of ceremonies Paul Laub of the Maui Veterans Council. Mayor Charmaine Tavares signed an official proclamation marking March 13 “day of the fallen warriors” and presented each of the families with a certificate marking the date. Representatives from Hawaii’s congressional delegates read statements from Sens. Daniel Inouye and Daniel Akaka and Rep. Mazie Hirono. Behind the ceremony and formality of governmental recognition, there were some very profound images. Kyle Bolor, rambunctious as any 9-year-old, sitting attentive as his father’s picture, draped in leis, leaned at the base of the memorial. A 21-gun-salute, so loud it startled the birds, as well as some onlookers—a reminder of the sheer volume of war and what many of the fallen may have heard in their final moments on Earth. Perhaps one of the most moving parts of the day was the arrival of Lilibeth Cajimat, mother of Jay. Showing up after
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some of the presentations had already been made, Laub stopped the proceedings and each plaque, lei and certificate was presented to Cajimat one by one as she wept. A round of applause followed and it was as if each clap from each person took the place of a warm embrace for the grieving mother. For the relatives of these men, the day was special for many reasons. Conrad Bolor Sr., Kelley Bolor’s twin brother, said Maui veterans had formed a close-knit family. “It’s awesome all the support from the veterans, they really look out for each other,” said Bolor. “The whole west side supported us, especially when Jay passed away, we all had ties. We give credit to the West Maui Veterans who got the ball rolling on this. It means a lot for us—it’s a wall of honor.” Following a stirring rendition of taps played before a solitary helmet resting on a bayonet between a pair of combat boots, the Baldwin High School Junior ROTC preformed drills, marching and tossing rifles with expert precision. The unit also acted as color guard throughout the ceremony. Baldwin junior Laura Okita was one of the cadets who participated in the event. “It was very touching for me. I have uncles who have fought and have passed away,” she said. Okita, like all her fellow ROTC cadets, enrolled in the program as an elective at Baldwin. She said she hopes to attend the Air Force Academy after graduation. When asked if attending a memorial for fallen soldiers gave her second thoughts
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gt. 1st Class Kelly Bolor of Lahaina was killed November 15, 2003 when his helicopter crashed near Mosul, Iraq. He was 37. Spc. Jay Cajimat of Lahaina was killed April 6, 2007 by a roadside bomb in Baghdad. He was 20. Pvt. Eugene D.M. Kanakaole, a graduate of Maui High was killed June 11, 2008 in a “non-combat” incident in Balad, Iraq. He was 19. Spc. Christopher Sweet of Kahului died February 6, 2009 in a “non-combat” incident in Kirkush, Iraq. He was 28.
A simple, moving tribute. about joining the military she answered unwaveringly: “No, it never does.” There are four new names added to the wall of honor. But no plaque, certificate or wall will bring these young men back. They left their home here in paradise, never to return. For many, this war is a disconnected event that plays out on 24-hour news networks and on the pages of newspapers, battling for attention with meaningless celebrity scandals and our ailing economy. But for some Americans, this war has meant loss and heartache. These men were brothers. They were sons. They were fathers. And whether the war that took their lives is being waged for freedom and democracy or for greed and oil, the fact remains that every day young men and women are dying because our nation is at war. MTW
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Send anonymous thanks, confessions or accusations, 200 words or less (which we reserve the right to edit), changing or deleting the names of the guilty and innocent to “Eh Brah!” c/o Maui Time Weekly, 33 N. Market St, Ste. 201, Wailuku, HI 96793 or send an e-mail to
ehbrah@mauitime.com To the jerk-wad who keeps stealing the bottles and cans we have set aside for recycling: I sure hope you are enjoying the drugs or alcohol you are buying with the meager money you get for cashing them in. Did you know that it’s our 10-year-old daughter who is saving the money by recycling those cans and bottles so she can go on a week-long educational trip to space camp later this year? Here’s an industrious little girl who is actually going to make something of herself as an adult instead of being like your sorry ass who resorts to stealing from children. Drink up, buddy!
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NEWSOFTHEWEIRD DOG FIGHT Pet rescuer Judy Walker of Oviedo, Fla., and Oklahoman Jude Stringfellow are battling over custody of Walker’s two-legged puppy, which Walker believes has special needs but which Stringfellow is seeking to adopt, in part to portray Stringfellow’s own famous, hind-legswalking dog “Faith” as a puppy in a movie she is working on. Stringfellow said Walker had reneged on a firm February 2 adoption date and implied that she had hired celebrity attorney Mark Geragos to get the puppy.
BOOK HIM Gildazio Costa, 54, was arrested in Framingham, Mass., in February and charged with kidnapping and beating his girlfriend following a five-hourlong argument they were having about what the operating hours are for the local library.
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gas himself inside his car in a closed garage, but apparently did not have a garage himself, and was arrested for trespass when he drove into a stranger’s garage for the attempt, causing about $1,000 damage.
SAFETY LAST In response to a bomb threat called in to Hays High School in Buda, Texas, in February, Principal Shirley Reich directed the evacuation of all students, who were kept out for two hours until the school was deemed safe. The building had not been completely cleared, though. Reich had ordered that eight specialneeds students, who presented mobility problems for the staff, be kept inside during the evacuation, and afterward Reich defended her decision, crediting herself for compassion because it was cold outside, and she wanted the special-needs students to be comfortable.
CLAIRVOYANT CON FIRST, DO NO HARM Tennessee anesthesiologist Visuvalingam Vilvarajah was arrested in February in Kentucky and charged with providing controlledsubstance prescriptions (OxyContin, methadone) to as many as 350 nonpatients. However, the more basic question is why Tennessee licensed Dr. Vilvarajah in the first place, since he had been approved by the state Department of Health even though officials knew he was on parole at the time after serving a sentence for murdering his wife and mother-in-law. A department spokeswoman told The Tennessean newspaper that no law prevented Dr. Vilvarajah’s licensing.
HOWDY NEIGHBOR A 25-year-old man was arrested in Fort Walton Beach, Fla., in February after an apparent suicide attempt. According to police, the man tried to
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A 27-year-old “psychic” was sentenced to two months in jail in San Jose, Calif., in December after somehow convincing a woman, who had come to her for a $10 reading, to pay her, in ever-increasing increments, $108,000 for a “spiritual cleansing.”
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Share of the federal stimulus package Hawaii will receive over the next two years
Number of cases considered by the Maui County Department of Liquor Control’s Adjudication Board so far this year
15,000 Estimated number of jobs that money will “create or sustain” statewide
$79.4 million Amount by which Maui Land & Pineapple went into the red in 2008, the biggest loss in company history
$50 million Selling price of ML&P’s Kapalua golf course, which will be bought by Hawaii-based TY Management Corp.
$46 million Estimated cost of the proposed 25bed West Maui Hospital & Medical Center, which had its certificate-ofneed application approved by the state this week
11 Number of cases that involved a minor decoy sting operation; all led to pleas of no contest
236 Number of full-time, part-time and contracted workers employed by Hawaii Superferry; the company announced it will initiate layoffs on March 20
Sources: Maui Land & Pineapple Inc., Hawaii Superferry Inc., Maui County Department of Liquor Control, Hawaii Health Planning and Development Agency, Honolulu Advertiser, Pacific Business News
THE AMERICAN WAY In February, a federal jury in Tucson, Ariz., awarded damages of $77,000 to six illegal immigrants who had trespassed on rancher Roger Barnett’s land in 2004 (only one of hundreds of forays onto his land over the years by borderjumpers from Mexico) because Barnett had detained them while he was carrying a gun, which the jury said constituted “infliction of emotional distress” (though Barnett said he was merely protecting his property). Originally, 16 Mexican nationals had sued for $32 million, accusing Barnett of violating whatever civil rights illegal-immigrant trespassers might have. MTW
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Last week we used this space to salute Jon Stewart for his brilliant skewering of cable network CNBC’s dubious economic coverage. But we wrapped our praise in the caveat that while Stewart’s pre-written bits have serious teeth, he usually gives subjects the kid-glove treatment when they’re in-studio. This week, he proved us wrong. After convincing Mad Money host Jim Cramer to slink onto the Daily Show stage, Stewart subjected him to an “interview” that was more a 10-minute public shaming. Using damning contradictory clips and a refuse-to-let-up line of questioning, Stewart exposed Cramer and his network for the disingenuous Wall Street lackeys that they are, and showed his timid colleagues on the “real” news shows how it’s done. –JS Find it at… the dailyshow.com
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Unconstitutional State Supreme Court sides with environmental groups, shuts down the Superferry “Based on our analysis herein, we hold that Act 2 is unconstitutional as it is a special law in violation of Article XI, section 5 of the Hawaii Constitution.” - Hawaii Supreme Court ruling, case number 29035, filed March 16, 2009 n a major victory for environmental advocates and other critics of Hawaii Superferry, the state Supreme Court ruled this week that the law that allowed the vessel to operate without an environmental assessment was unconstitutional.
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with a “large capacity ferry,” it was technically a “general law.” The Supreme Court didn’t buy it, and countered that “the possibility that a company other than Superferry would be able to exercise those same rights before they are extinguished is beyond remote.” “It’s a great day,” said Maui Tomorrow director Irene Bowie, reacting to the news moments after the 112-page ruling landed in her hands. “I’m almost speechless.” Karen Chun of the save Kahului Harbor Coalition wrote in an e-mail that supporters of the Superferry should blame the lawmakers and officials who forced it through prematurely. “Because
It’s still possible Gov. Lingle, Superferry officials and others with a political and financial dog in this fight will push back. The law in question, commonly referred to as Act 2, was passed during a special legislative session in November 2007 and quickly signed by Gov. Linda Lingle. Since then, the Superferry has been a magnet for controversy and criticism regarding both its day-to-day operations and the manner in which it was launched (see our March 12 feature “Superferry Progress Report” by Rob Parsons, and Rob Report, following page). The case being considered by the Supreme Court was an appeal from the circuit court brought by the Sierra Club, Maui Tomorrow and the Kahului Harbor Coalition. Their central argument was that Act 2 was crafted specifically to allow the Superferry to operate without an EIS and was thus a violation of Article XI, section 5 of the Hawaii Constitution, which states: “[L]egislative power over the lands owned by or under the control of the state and its political subdivisions shall be exercised only by general laws.” Department of Transportation and Superferry officials argued that because Act 2 didn’t mention the Superferry by name but only dealt
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the EIS was not done, we got a plan that was doomed to failure,” she wrote. “The [ruling] may have hastened the end of the Superferry, but its days were numbered anyway.” Wailuku lawyer Lance Collins, who was not directly involved in the case, called the ruling “a huge victory for public interest cases,” because the court also ruled the attorneys for Sierra Club et al could recover their fees. In a statement released hours after the ruling, Hawaii Superferry said it was “hugely disappointed with the Supreme Court’s decision” and announced it will “cease operations for the present” after a final round trip on March 19. Quoted in the Honolulu Advertiser, Gov. Lingle called the Superferry’s plans to shut down “devastating” and reiterated her stance that she and the legislature “did the right thing” with regard to the vessel. It’s still possible Gov. Lingle, Superferry officials and others with a political and financial dog in this fight will push back. But while the issue may not be completely settled—and while there may yet be choppy seas ahead—those who have fought against the Superferry for the past 18 months or more can take solace in the fact that they now have the strength of the high court behind them. MTW
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Ferry interesting Superferry progress report makes waves he feature I wrote last week, a progress report on Hawaii Superferry that gave the vessel bad marks across the board, generated a lot of interest and feedback. The article sped around the islands, traveling faster than the much-ballyhooed boat it profiled. And now, with the recent state Supreme Court ruling, it’s even timelier. The story was quickly posted on a Kauai blog, Juan Wilson’s Island Breath. A photo was attached that caught my attention, indicative of one family’s trip via the Superferry. The photo, reprinted here, came from Oahu photographers Curt and Ramona Okimoto, and was published on their blog (photovisionshawaii.com) along with an account of their family’s trip to Maui and back. Around the same time, a Maui Superferry activist forwarded this account, sent to him by a Mauian who recently tried the fast-ferry service: I took my car to Oahu on HSF a few weeks ago just to check it out. I lost a day each way on the trip. On the way to Oahu, we were delayed leaving Maui because there was no power to the hydraulics on the barge ramp, so vehicles were unable to be unloaded or loaded for about 45 minutes. Can you imagine how ugly sitting in a ferry vehicle hold for 45 minutes would be? You know some of those folks had their engines running... We arrived on Oahu pretty close to on-time—so they took the north shore of Molokai route, and hauled ass, I'm sure. I got sick even though I'd taken one Bonine. Fortunately, I made it to the washroom before getting sick, and the woman in the stall next to me was throwing up too. Fortunately also, I had no food or drink in my stomach. I felt awful for the better part of 24 hours after that trip and mostly slept. On the way home I took 2 Bonines and passed out on the ferry—so I didn't get sick. (They were nice enough to have someone accompany me to my car so I could bring up a blanket. Otherwise, I'd never have slept BECAUSE IT WAS REALLY COLD.) After I got home I was essentially knocked out for the remainder of the day. The reason I was able to sleep during that trip is because the ferry was so empty, there was a free bench. (It was pretty empty on the way to Oahu as well, just no benches available.) If you think you want to sleep without ruining your neck, you have to get
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there early enough to claim a bench. That means you’d spend LONGER waiting in line at the harbor than you would to arrive early at the airport. You can't drive up and get on because the vehicles are coming off the dock and the traffic would be a problem. You’ve got to get there at least half an hour early and wait, just like you do at the airport... I'd hate to be on it if it was crowded and the seas were rough. Last week someone told me of a trip she took with her kids and they and many others were throwing up IN THE AISLES! She said they come around with a shop vacuum to clean it up. To be fair, I hear it's a “lovely trip” when the weather is good. As much as I enjoyed having my car on Oahu (and not paying the cost of a rental) I don't plan to make the trip by ferry again. In fact, I'm flying over next week for an appointment... comment came in to the MTW Web site from Kauaian Joan Conrow. “Please do not malign the albatrosses,” she wrote, “by associating them with the Superferry. They are highly intelligent, extremely efficient, graceful and entirely remarkable birds.” Conrow is an accomplished writer, whose essays on Hawaii Superferry have appeared both in the pages of Honolulu Weekly and in Koohan Paik and Jerry Mander’s book, The Superferry Chronicles. A former staff writer for the two major Honolulu papers, Conrow now authors a blog, Kauai Eclectic, which contains musings on things ranging from morning walks with her dog to Native Hawaiian issues. So I fully expect that she had tongue firmly planted in cheek when she commented on my description of the Superferry as an “albatross of inter-island travel.” That reference was metaphorical, of course, not intended to malign the two species common to Hawaii, the black-footed albatross (ka‘upu) and the Laysan albatross (moli). According to that font of 21st century knowledge, Wikipedia: “The word albatross is sometimes used to mean an encumbrance, or a wearisome burden. It is an allusion to Samuel Taylor Coleridge's poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner (1798). In the poem, an albatross starts to follow a ship— being followed by an albatross was generally considered an omen of good luck. However, the titular mariner shoots the albatross with a crossbow, which is regarded as an act that will curse the ship (which indeed suffers terrible mishaps). To punish him, his companions induce him to wear the dead albatross around his neck indefinitely (until they all die from the curse, as it happens). Thus the
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albatross can be both an omen of good or bad luck, as well as a metaphor for a burden to be carried (as penance).” And now you know. Etymology can be fun. his past weekend, I received a notice of the Kauai Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming meeting with HSF’s new CEO Admiral Thomas Fargo, this coming Thursday, at the Sheraton Resort in Princeville. “Admiral Fargo,” the notice stated, “will be discussing the Superferry’s plans for its return to Kauai; its commitment to protect Hawaii’s invasive species; cultural and natural resources; traffic; and the status of the EIS.” Another Kauai blogger and Superferry activist, Brad Parsons (no relation that we know of) responded: “It is being repeated in the community that the Kauai Chamber of Commerce views the return of the HSF as being necessarily beneficial to the businesses in the Nawiliwili-Kalapaki area. These businesses have seen a substantial drop-off with less cruise ships at the harbor and with lower occupancy at the Marriott Hotel. HSF's small potential on this point and the false assumptions on this point need to be clarified. “There are three points relative to this: 1) By example, at Kahului Harbor where HSF has been coming and going for more than a year, businesses have not seen substantial rise in business attributed to HSF. In particular a restaurant right next to HSF’s facilities at Kahului has not seen a significant rise in business over the past year. Businesses across the street from Kahului Harbor view HSF’s effect as minimal and the larger economy as the driving factor; 2) Recent reliable reports from passengers on HSF put ridership at 50 to 70 vehicles and 150 to 210 people on average. Some weekends and holidays spike up to
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100 vehicles and 300 people. This compares to a cruise ship with 1000 to 2000 people. HSF has only one-tenth of the people off a cruise ship and HSF accounts for only 2 to 3 percent of all inter-island transfers in Hawaii; 3) Experience at the Kahului Harbor shows that, two-thirds of those 210 average passengers get in their car and drive out of the harbor area without frequenting any of the businesses near the harbor. The other one-third get on a Roberts Hawaii tour bus and also promptly leave the harbor. There is almost no pedestrian traffic on and off of the HSF to frequent harbor businesses, a huge operational difference compared to cruise ships. “In summary, the past year of service to Maui has shown that HSF has not significantly improved business in the harbor area nor on the island of Maui and therefore that unrealized benefit should not be the quick reason to pre-empt an unfinished EIS and mitigations not yet in place to deal with the known and expected problems from that traffic and new form of transport.” inally, Maui Sierra Club and Democratic Party chair Lance Holter called and said the Superferry artFicle “should be mailed to every Hawaii state legislator.” He sent me a copy of “Resolution Envir 08-10, Seeking A Proper Environmental Review of the Superferry,” which was adopted in 2008 as part of the state Democratic Party platform. “The grassroots membership of the Democratic Party provided this resolution to strictly abide by HRS343, our environmental laws,” said Holter. “The purpose of an EIS is to anticipate problems before a project is implemented, and to improve the project overall. The circumvention of these legal guidelines has led to policymakers and the Superferry bringing a host of problems upon themselves.” MTW
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Couple things today. First, a nod to former editor Anthony Pignataro, who has compiled and self-published a book featuring some of the best and most interesting work he produced during five years at the helm of MTW. The book, titled Remember the Technicolor Dreamboat! And Other Tales of Maui’s Misfits, also features illustrations by Eh Brah! cartoonist Ron Pitts, so it’s doubly part of the Maui Time ohana. It’s available for purchase via a link at mauitime.com. Check it out. Second, on a much more somber note, I got an e-mail from reader Rebecka that felt like it deserved to be printed: “Almost exactly one year ago, someone very special to me passed away. His name is James Crigler. James was extremely intelligent, charming and such a kind spirit. He loved VW buses, Chihuahuas, trips to Hana, playing guitar and drums, concerts and motorcycle rides around Maui. Music was his passion—he loved to make mix CDs for his friends and turn us on to new music. James was a great friend, he was loved by many. He was my best friend and boyfriend, and I miss and pray for him every day. If someone you love is battling drug or alcohol addiction, please support them in getting help—you could save their life.”
THURSDAY, MARCH 12 It’s been a good year for Saturday Night Live. A show that hadn’t been relevant since the Clinton Administration got a shot in the arm when its presidential election cover-
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age—and more specifically Tina Fey’s spot-on mockery of Sarah Palin—went viral. Now, with the election over and a difficult-to-lampoon chief executive in the White House, SNL is making headlines again, at least in Hawaii. A sketch that aired March 7 featured host Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson (who apparently has Polynesian roots) and cast member Fred Armisen decked out in stereotypical hula attire strumming a uke and singing table to table in a tacky tiki restaurant. What’s gotten the goat of some in government and the tourism industry is the tone of the sketch. In between poorly sung verses, the resentful troubadours offer bitter asides like: “Here’s a fun fact about Hawaii: our biggest export is coffee and our biggest import is fat, white tourists.” Leading the charge against the sketch is Lt. Gov. Duke Aiona, who told the AP he “wouldn’t let such distortions go unchecked.” Huh. Read that line again, and tell me which part is a “distortion.”
Swan song for an albatross.
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Earmarks have become a convenient political punching bag, an easy target for those looking to cast themselves as fiscally responsible, finger-wagging spendthrifts, which is the cool thing to be these days. Certainly there’s plenty to criticize—considering our ballooning national debt, profligate government spending and the unhealthy influence of lobbyists, cutting down on wasteful, unnecessary allocations is an important goal. But denouncing earmarks across the board is a foolish oversimplification. Like anything else they should be judged on their individual merits. Or you could be like John McCain and just call all of them “evil.” There were more than 8,000 earmarks in the $408 billion spending bill recently passed by Congress and signed by Obama, but one that McCain singled out was a $2 million allotment for the Imiloa Astronomy Center on the Big Island. Pounding the bully pulpit on the Senate floor, McCain asked why we should spend money “to promote astronomy in Hawaii when unemployment is going up and the stock market is tanking.” Indeed, why would we want to give 0.000005 percent of one spending bill to an important educational center in a state where education is in dire need of support? Damn commies.
Attended a media justice conference in Honolulu yesterday with publisher Tommy Russo. Some folks from Akaku, which helped organize the event, were there too, so the Maui media contingent was well represented. While the room (UH’s spacious campus ballroom) wasn’t packed, attendance was decent considering it was a bunch of us boring news types talking about ourselves for five hours on a drizzly Saturday. Highlights included a keynote address by veteran muckraker Bob Scheer—whose current project, truthdig.com, is worth adding to your regular surfing schedule—and a Skype-assisted interview with Burmese journalist U Win Tin, who spent 19 years in prison for, well, being a journalist. Kind of puts our petty concerns in perspective, doesn’t it?
SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Interesting quote in today’s Maui News from Mayor Tavares. Discussing the metaphorical significance of the image on the cover of Maui County’s 2010 budget booklet—a silversword plant sprouting up through the harsh volcanic ground of Haleakala—Tavares said, “We’re still growing even though we’re in some notso-great soil.” Allow me to add another layer of meaning: we also have serious reservations about the gardener.
MONDAY, MARCH 16 We cover the Supreme Court’s Superferry decision on page 8 and Rob Parsons follows up on last week’s prescient cover story in his report, but that damn boat’s been mentioned too often in this space to not acknowledge it again, maybe for the last time. As I write this, it remains unclear exactly how things will play out, but it’s tough to imagine the boat staying in the water much longer. Really, it’s bittersweet. Rooting against something is always less satisfying than rooting for something, because even when you win, you still sort of lose. The idea of an inter-island ferry isn’t bad on its face; it’s just that here it was poorly planned and even more poorly executed. And even if it stops running tomorrow, all the money and resources that went into this boondoggle can’t be unspent. The best we can hope for is that the public and private players who rammed the Superferry through against logic and the law will be
made to pay for their actions. Don’t hold your breath.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17 “I will do more than reach across the aisle, I will walk across the aisle.” That was Gov. Lingle addressing the state legislature back in January. Flash-forward a mere two months and that spirit of Kumbaya togetherness has predictably dissolved into acrimony. To be fair, there’s hyperbole and name-calling on both sides— quoted by the AP, Rep. Marcus Oshiro called Lingle “a disciple of Rush Limbaugh.” (Did everyone in the Democratic Party get the “compare every Republican to Limbaugh” memo or what?) But after promising to keep all options “on the table,” Lingle has reversed course and now says she won’t consider either staff cuts or tax hikes to help offset the deficit. “They don’t come and sit with me and talk about it,” she complained in the same AP piece. Time to face facts: we’ve got a buncha whiny teenagers running the show and nobody wants to clean up their room. MTW
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he alarm starts to chirp at 5am. It’s still dark outside and even though every sense inside of John tells him to go back to sleep, he can’t. He stumbles into the shower and starts to mentally organize the day’s tasks, a routine more familiar to him than shampooing his hair. Kids. School. Work. Repeat. He must dress and eat breakfast before his kids wake up because it’s always difficult to get them out of bed, and if he’s late to work one more time it’s his ass. His kids don’t take the bus because they live 30 miles from school, so he must drive them. On a good day the drive is 45 minutes long. John passes several school buses on his way out of Lahaina towards Kihei. Sure, his two children could easily attend the high school a mere walking distance from their home, but instead he repeats this routine every day, every year because John wants the best education for his kids that the Hawaii public school system can provide.
Despite having the highest test scores of any Maui high school, Kihei Charter receives almost $1,000 less per pupil from the state. “John” is a composite of the many parents who live all over Maui but choose to send their children to Kihei Public Charter School. Maui’s only charter school helps alleviate overcrowding at Maui High School, but it’s also open to all Maui children in kindergarten through 12th grade. Maui (and much of Hawaii) is unique in that parents can choose what school their child attends. This is not done because a parent prefers one school mascot over another; alas, there is a much more sinister reason behind the school swap. Every high school in Maui County is failing federal standards for public schools. Maui’s high school students have not met the requirements of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act for at least two years, and some for as many as five or six years. In fact, Hawaii ranks as one of the lowest scoring states in the U.S. when it comes to public education. By just about any measure, Hawaii is failing when it comes to its children’s education.
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ow does any of this mean parents can handpick their child’s school? Under the NCLB act, when a school fails to meet the federal requirements after two consecutive years, parents are allowed to withdraw their student and place them in a better-performing school. The school district is required to let parents know each year if their child is eligible to transfer to another school served by the district. It must pro-
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vide at least two transfer schools to choose from, if available, and the district must also pay for transportation costs. If there are not enough funds available to pay for all students, the district must give priority to low-income, low-achieving students. This seemingly harsh law is actually meant to give schools incentive to meet NCLB requirements since the fewer students they have the less federal money they receive. (It’s important to note that numerous educators don’t like the No Child Left Behind Act. They have been vocal, nationwide, in criticizing the financial burden NCLB creates for testing and data collection, as well as the NCLB goals, saying that they are impossible to meet and that’s why so many schools are “failing.”) “NCLB says Title 1 schools are supposed to make arrangements for kids to attend schools that are passing,” says Sue Whitney Heath, a member of Wrightslaw, a special education law and advocacy group. “Passing schools are those making their Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals.” This requirement applies even if it means transferring to a school in a different district, Heath says. “NCLB says that all children in a failing school can choose to go to a non-failing school. If there is no other passing school in your district, you may choose a school in another district.” That all sounds good. But what do you do when you live on an island in the middle of the Pacific and there is no other school district to transfer to?
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n high school, it’s all about who’s popular and who’s not. And it seems that Kihei Public Charter School (KCS) is winning the popularity contest in Maui. Not only is the school at its maximum student capacity, but there’s a waiting list to get in. According to Mark Christiano, executive director of KCS, that waiting list currently contains 150 names. That’s like the line outside the boy’s restroom after Molly Ringwald gave up her panties in Sixteen Candles. “We only exist because people want to come here,” says Christiano. “We are starting an enrollment lottery this year. We are a very successful school.” Though they have drawn some criticism, charter schools have been gaining popularity nationwide.
Executive Director Mark Christiano
Proponents say that with a flexible curriculum and room for innovation, they provide a happy medium between traditional public schools and private institutions, and a good alternative for parents. But accountability is key. KCS, which is housed in a 16,000-square-foot industrial space and just purchased a former nightclub as the site of its new middle school program, measures success not only by its high enrollment numbers but by academic accreditation and the satisfaction surveys turned in by parents, students and teachers. It’s estimated that 80 percent of KCS students have gone on to college. Christiano even went so far as to call his school the “best kept secret on Maui” in a 2007 Honolulu Advertiser article. Christiano describes the school as having a “high reliance on technology” in that computers are used in the classroom instead of textbooks. KCS’s six-period class schedule follows a theme each term, such as global awareness and civic responsibility. So how does Maui’s only charter school measure up by federal standards? The bad news is they are also failing the NCLB requirement. The good news is this is the first year they’ve failed. In fact, Kihei Public Charter School was the only Maui high school in good standing until 2008. The charter school got a failing grade this past year because only 31 percent of students passed the math test, with 46 percent the required threshold. “I’m not thrilled with it,” Christiano says when asked about his school’s recent rating. “We killed on reading, but math is one we are struggling with. I’m not only concerned with passing the (NCLB) tests, but improving the math education of all our students.” But still, as the best-performing high school on Maui, Christiano and his staff must be showered with all kinds of government gifts and Department of Education funding and Willy Wonka-like field trips for teachers to celebrate the obvious success of the school. Right? Wrong.
What do you do when you live on an island in the middle of the Pacific and there is no other school district to transfer to?
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or the 2008-09 school year, Kihei Public Charter School received $7,588 per pupil from the DOE while other public schools received $8,247 per pupil. Why the discrepancy? “That’s a good question,” says Bob Roberts, Chief Financial Officer of the Charter School Administrative Office, which operates under the DOE’s umbrella. “I don’t have an answer. That’s the case we’ve been trying to make to anyone that will listen. [Charter schools] should be getting the same [funding]. The main issue we face is funding for facilities is not provided for in our operations allocations. Charter schools have to use their operation funds, which is not the case for DOE schools.” That’s not milk money Bob’s talking about either. KCS is projecting a $750,000 expenditure on facilities this year, which is 23 percent of their per-pupil money. “Our plan for next year involves the consolidation of our middle school facilities into one facility in Lipoa Center in the heart of Kihei,” says Christiano. “This new lease will allow us access to more space for about the same amount of money.” Christiano says that putting so much of their funding into facilities “puts a tremendous strain on our ability to implement all of the innovative programs that we would like to start for our students. We are very proud of what we currently offer, but with facility funding we could be doing a lot more for the kids.” The funding discrepancy is not being ignored by state officials. “They’re trying to work on it,” says DOE spokesperson Sandra Goya. “The fact is that the funding is based on a formula that is legislative. [The issue has] even gone to the state auditor and it’s definitely something they’re trying to address.”
There are 150 names on KCS’s waiting list. These kids got in.
Apparently the charter school issue is stuck in limbo until a bill is presented that makes everyone happy, and that’s where Senate Bill 496 comes in. If this bill can make it through all the red tape and be put to a vote and passed, it will finally declare that all public schools are created equal when it comes to doling out dollars. But that’s no guarantee. “Several bills have been presented on this issue and they have all failed,” says Roberts. “This is a different version of those bills, so we hope it goes through this time.” Christiano seems optimistic. “The conversation is definitely changing. I guess the right people weren’t supporting us before.”
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he problem isn’t necessarily a lack of funding on the DOE’s part. Even though the department fights tooth and nail each year for a larger budget, Hawaii is ranked 16th in the nation for per-pupil expenditures. The Department of Education’s operating budget has grown from about $972 million in 2000 to about $2.4 billion in 2008. Yet, despite the high ranking in student spending, Hawaii still teeters on the bottom rung for student success on tests when compared nationally. As Maui’s population continues to swell, the need for more schools follows. Despite Kihei Public Charter School’s dreams of expanding to accommodate more students, the Department of Education sees a better way to handle South Maui’s student overcrowding—build another school. Recently, the DOE announced plans to move forward with the purchase of 77 acres from Kaonoulu and Haleakala ranches to build Kihei High School. They haven’t revealed how much this acquisition will cost and are foregoing an environmental assessment while asking the state Board of Land and Natural Resources to approve the deal “based on principle.” In the submittal to the land board, which can be accessed by the public, the DOE acknowledges that Kihei Charter does exist and does cater to students in kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as homeschool students. However, it says, “Kihei Charter School is not intended to meet Maui’s south regional need for a DOE complex-based high school. Currently, these needs are serviced by Maui High School [in Kahului].” The DOE goes on to say that “the establishment of a new high school campus in the south region of Maui is a high priority DOE project. The proposed school will initially accommodate up to 1,000 students and provide for future expansion.” It’s certainly possible that building another public school will benefit Maui. But with funding already spread thin and test scores bottomed out, to undermine the progress of a successful and popular “alternative” school facing the same challenges (with less funding) as its counterparts brings to mind a famous quote: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” MTW Photos by Sean Michael Hower
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Java Jazz caters to Maui residents and prides itself on the fact that it is a place where they feel comfortable. Farzad says “Our credo is that it’s not only about good food, it’s about all that’s good.” Java Jazz always represents good food, good drinks, good artists, and great musicians. We have produced two albums and are now selling original CDs. By selling these CD’s we are able to bring Purple Heart soldiers here to Maui for an all inclusive appreciation vacation since 2006. Java Jazz has involved the community for the past 10 years, helping to shape and form some of the thoughts regarding foreign politics and what our servicemen have sacrificed. Located in the Honokowai Market place, (down from Star Market, past Kaanapali on the ocean side) Now, finally open 7 days a week from 6 am until 10 pm, Java Jazz finally is open every Sunday night. Now, you can enjoy live music every night of the week along with a collection of culinary delights only comparable to their impressive collection of wine, beer and cocktails. As Farzad likes to say “You can get a Rolex, for the price of a Timex.” I understand why because when you try one of the breakfast, lunch, or
dinner favorites you will see the difference and it is the quality of ingredients. Serving breakfast anytime Chef Joe Horvath recommends the special of the evening and invites you to come taste the change and be pleasantly surprised by his culinary prowess. That will “leave your mouth watering for more” Java Jazz has always provided the West Maui community with the worlds finest in dining, live music, & spirits from around the world. Now, in 2009 Java Jazz would like to make the greatest experience even better, by continuing to evolve the place where the flavors of the world combine. When you walk through the door of Java Jazz, you will definitely appreciate the creativity of the owner Farzad and the inspiration he experienced when he moved to Maui . Since the 1999 Java Jazz continues to create an explosion of emotion that is sure to surprise you. Farzad says “Our food pretty much covers from A to Z, the soups are made fresh every day, from a wide variety of recipes.We satisfy vegetarians and carnivores. Our entire menu is original and we use our special house menu to create dishes that are out of this world. All our sauces, dressing, everything is original and homemade.
Always a unique fixture of fabulous flavors, Java Jazz became a landmark when the owner decided that it was not enough to just offer the best of everything to the community but that he wanted to also give something back.That is why on the 25th of this month Java Jazz is are bringing over two purple heart soldiers that have served in Afganistan and Iraq.These are two brothers; Donald Ripper and Creed McCaslin. 3350 Lower Honoapiilani Rd. • Lahaina • 667-0787 • OPEN DAILY 6AM - 11PM
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Mo’ feta Greek eatery does Mediterranean right espite the relatively simple ingredients involved, Mediterranean food is surprisingly hit-or-miss. A lot of places err too much on the side of blandness, and others just flat out get it wrong. The Greek Bistro in Kihei avoids this common conundrum and is a definite must for fans of southern European fare.
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Not unlike the cuisine it serves— which is often overshadowed by the ubiquitous eats from nearby Italy— The Greek Bistro is tucked away behind the formidable and popular upstairs-downstairs combo of Fred’s
and Moose McGillycuddy’s. Though it doesn’t have the same visibility, and the ocean view is a tad obscured, the space is quite nice. Tables are scattered throughout several interconnected, brightly painted open-air rooms that surround a covered bar. Large clay pots along the railing contain various plants and, on our visit, a drowsy orange and white cat who looked like he’d had his belly rubbed by a tourist or two. The menu isn’t loaded with choices, which is actually a good thing for me. I tend to be an indecisive orderer, changing my mind multiple times up until the moment the server puts pen to pad. Here, my decision was made the moment I spotted spanakopita. For those unfamiliar, spanakopita is a thin phyllo dough pastry usually filled with spinach and various cheeses. To call yourself a Greek restaurant you must nail this dish, and the Bistro does. The pastry was flaky but held together and the filling—a mix of caramelized onions, Parmesan and feta—was deliciously gooey.
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Two of my companions opted for the Greek combo, which features one instead of two spanakopita and a skewer of lamb souvlaki. The lamb was tender and not overcooked as it sometimes is (many establishments are less skilled with lamb than beef, which makes sense in our cow-centric culture). All dinners are served with a side of either rice or roasted red potatoes. The youngest member of our bunch ordered the ziziki bread, pita coated in melted mozzarella, cheddar and feta served with a tzatziki dipping sauce. It’d make for a fine pupu but in this case played the role of a personal pizza for a hungry keiki.
For dessert I went with the baklava, a rich, dense pastry filled with chopped nuts and, in this case, a hefty dose of cinnamon that bordered on overpowering but won me over after a few bites. Others at the table opted for the cheesecake drizzled in strawberry sauce, which I of course had to sample for journalistic purposes. With entrees that average around $20, the Bistro isn’t the place to pop in for a snack on your way to the beach. But it also won’t break the bank, and the fare is good enough to justify the price. I said Mediterranean food is hit-or-miss—in this case, it’s a hit. MTW Photos: Lamb gyro; Chef Flavio.
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Jam on Kanekoa: the best-known band you’ve never heard of n this section, we usually profile artists with gigs planned for the near future. This week we made an exception to rally support for something that might be, if we could only grab the attention of all potentially interested parties. In doing so
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Next gig: Soon, let’s hope! Web site: myspace.com/ kanekoamusic we hope to increase demand. If there’s enough demand then perhaps we can bring Kanekoa back. “We’re the most well-known band on Maui, and no one knows who we are,” says uke player Vince Esquire (that name should be familiar). Judging by the crowd they drew at Kahale’s one recent Thursday and at Mulligan’s on the Blue the previous
Saturday, at least a few dozen people have an inkling about these guys. They reconstituted for less than two weeks in late February/early March—a blink compared to the 12 years they’ve been playing together. In band years that’s like 200. The occasion for their brief reunion? Drummer Travis Rice’s visit to Maui from Portland, Ore., where he now resides. Kanekoa has both a lead and a rhythm uke player (uketarian? eucharist?) but no guitarist of which to speak. Esquire, apparently just as comfortable playing uke as he is on guitar in the Vince Esquire Band, strings complex and winding leads over rhythm uke player/vocalist Kaulana Kanekoa’s chord progressions. Kanekoa’s vocals are smokey and sweet, solid and soulful. Shawn Michael, who also plays in the Vince Esquire Band, holds down the bass side of things. Brett Nelson handles percussion. Rice, of course, is on drums. When he’s here, damn it. The band is named, as one may surmise, after uke player Kanekoa. In
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Hawaiian, he says, his last name means “the wares of man.” “Wares” is an extremely humble way to put it. Unlike a typical ware, Kanekoa’s musical product is not wrought, packaged and subsequently stored on a shelf until sold. Quite to the contrary, it’s something fresh and dynamic. A case in point: as my associates and I made our way into Kahale’s on the second of two gigs that constituted the band’s Maui reunion, the Doors’ “Peace Frog” radiated in all directions. Now, “Peace Frog” is an uncommon choice for a Doors cover, as well as one of their best songs. Imagine Robby Krieger’s screaming and nimble solos inlaid over the song’s same killer bass line, reincarnated by way of the nylon strings of the everunderestimated uke. This, I thought, is what I consider magic. Their set consisted primarily of original material, which melds that uke-powered mellow groove that one will only find in the isles with a sound vaguely reminiscent of the Dead, without all the dead air. The band’s originals are what truly showcase their penchant for dynamism. “Nice One” jumps up and down before easing into a melodic and slow groove. “Coconut Sky” is an island song in body and soul. The guys say that with a sound like theirs, they feel most at home on the jamband festival scene. That makes sense, but their sound is more complex than the same old, same old you tend to get with your run-of-the-mill jam outfit.
Esquire was about 11 when he started gigging with the other guys who constitute the band. The other players weren’t much older than Esquire, so needless to say, the Liquor Commission hovered as per standard whenever the gents would play. The band has since toured the Mainland. While gigging in Hollywood they caught the eye of a film director and wound up cast in the Farrelly brothers’ 2007 film The Heartbreak Kid. With a story like that it’s hard to imagine Kanekoa completely disappearing from the map. But we need to spread the word. With increased awareness of what a gem this band is, perhaps we can get them to periodically assemble on-island for a few heavily in-demand appearances. Just a thought. MTW
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[album] THE SYMPHONIES: DREAMS MEMORIES & PARTIES Emily Wells Emily Wells is one of my muses; whenever I find myself in a creative funk, I play this album. What makes Wells’ stand out amongst modern musicians? For one thing, she plays the violin. Her album is a crazy concoction of folk, hiphop and classical music, stirred together with her whispery voice and poignant lyrics. Sometimes the music is so beautifully creepy that you half expect it to start playing while you walk through dark hallways in the dead of night, while something brushes your shoulder. Wells’ creative artistry shines throughout the album, and encourages yours to shine too: one of the tracks encourages you to write your own lyrics. Wells demonstrates that the word “symphony” isn’t just for stuffy, pretentious music anymore—her electronic beats and classical overtones will have you beating off your creative funk with a baseball bat.
[album] MODAL SOUL Nujabes It’s a shame that we’ve come to think of Japan’s only exports as smart technology, sugar-infused schoolgirls and tentacle monsters. By doing so, we’ve ignored their diverse music scene. Nujabes is sure to appeal to two different types of people: people who can appreciate good music and anime lovers (in fact, Nujabes’ music has been featured in the cross-genre anime, Samurai Champloo.) Nujabes hails from Japan, but the appeal of his music is international. He takes phat beats, sick samples and then adds live instrumentation. The result sounds like smooth jazz sipping margaritas on the beach with Miles Davis, all the while getting ready for a rap battle. The opening track, “Feather,” is a perfect example of Nujabes’ hip-hop stylings. If you think “Fi’ty” is the epitome of hip-hop, please stay away from Nujabes. I don’t want to be responsible for your head exploding from awesomeness overload. Maybe you’re intrigued, but are worried that you’ll be lost in translation. Fear not: Modal Soul, along with a majority of Nujabes’ music, is in English. MTW
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agrees to drive the interstellar siblings (AnnaSophia Robb and Alexander Ludwig) out of Las Vegas and into the mountains, where he quickly finds himself thrust in the middle of an intergalactic war, where an alien bounty hunter is out to zap the kids. The film has been too-tightly edited, with the first half feeling a bit rushed, as if director Andy Fickman wanted to get to the good stuff and briskly skim over the setup and character building scenes. Yet because the main character is played by Dwayne Johnson, who is very charismatic and appealing here, you want to spend more time with him before he spends half the movie behind the wheel of a car. Johnson has ace comic timing and is one of the most enjoyable action heroes in the movies right now; he may not have much of a role here, with most of the dialogue being “let’s go!”, but he makes the most of it and is always fun to watch. Robb and Ludwig do what’s required of them, which is to act vaguely creepy and somehow remain sympathetic. Their characters are more plot devices than anything
else and Robb, who was so affecting in Bridge to Terabithia, is capable of more than acting like a weird Martian girl. On the other hand, Carla Gugino is wonderful and, having spent three movies as the Spy Kids mom, is right at home in a family film and completely committed to her adorable character. This is an aboveaverage Disney liveApparently, the Rock is cookin’ creepy blonde kids. action attraction that manages the rare feat of was done on purpose, to pay tribute to being appropriate for kids and edgy the source.) enough for parents. It also has enough sciThe movie is silly, and could have gone fi in-jokes and funny cameo appearances further with the satire. Still, my inner 8to make genre fans giddy. year-old can’t resist a movie featuring a The emphasis is on action over comegoofy UFO convention, a scary-looking dy and the movie peaks early with an alien, a hijacked spaceship and Johnson exciting chase scene involving a taxi and going mano y mano with an extraterrestria UFO. The special effects are sometimes al. This is a guilty pleasure for adults and top-notch but often obvious to the point an all-out good time for keiki. MTW of appearing phony. (It’s possible this LIVE ENTERTAINMENT - FAMILY FRIENDLY
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MOVIECAPSULES Maui Film Festival Candlelight Cinema OWL AND SPARROW - Unrated - Art, Foreign - A young Vietnamese girl, a flight attendant and a zookeeper form an uncommon bond and end up becoming more or less a makeshift family. In Vietnamese with English subtitles. 92 min.
New This Week DUPLICITY - PG13 - Drama - A couple of former spies, now corporate operatives for competing companies as well as secret lovers, stumble upon a series of shenanigans for your viewing pleasure. The strength of their love is presumably challenged before a resolution is reached. 125 min. I LOVE YOU, MAN - R - Comedy - A dude is getting married, but isn’t close enough with his dude friends to ask any to be best man. So he goes on a series of “man dates” with strangers in order to find the “one.” The “one” ends up driving dude and his lady apart. Stars Paul Rudd and Jason Segel. 104 min. KNOWING - PG13 - Drama - A time capsule buried at a school 50 years prior seems to have predicted a string of disasters that occurred over the past five decades, and indicates that three more are to ensue, probably some time over this film’s 122-minute run time. Nicolas Cage Stars. 122 min.
Now Showing CONFESSIONS OF A SHOPAHOLIC - PG Thriller - This one actually sounds kind of twisted. A young New York City woman gets herself into debilitating credit card debt due to a grotesque shopping addiction, but manages to score a gig writing a financial advice column. Regardless, she finds her life unraveling. This is a Disney flick, so I’m guessing the ending will be a happy one. 112 min. CORALINE (3D) - PG - Animation - A young girl discovers a parallel world with striking similarities to her own mundane existence. Luckily, there are some sinister non-bear elements that threaten to tear away at her host reality. 100 min. FIRED UP - PG13 - Comedy - A couple of high school football dudes ditch football camp in favor of cheerleader camp. There is an infinitesimal possibility that hijinks and/or shenanigans will not ensue here, but let’s not bank on that. 90 min. GRAN TORINO - R - Drama - Clint Eastwood plays a grizzled racist/Korean War veteran who has remained in his Detroit neighborhood despite white flight (hey, that rhymed!). His concept of reality gets thrown for a loop through his interactions with a family of Hmong immigrants. 114 min. HE’S JUST NOT THAT INTO YOU - PG13 - Comedy - A group of loosely-connected young-ish people, all fumbling through the whole romantic relationship minefield, all dealing with their own shortcomings as well as those of the people that surround them, all figure it out in the end, presumably. 129 min. JONAS BROTHERS: THE 3D CONCERT EXPERIENCE - G - Art, Foreign - A touching exploration of the human condition that chronicles the momentum of a nuanced musical performance that may finally, once and for all, solve the question that has long rattled throughout the halls academia: which Jonas brother is cutest? 76 min. LAST HOUSE ON THE LEFT - R - Horror - What is this, Year of the Remake? This repurposing of a 1972 film that I hear is one of the most disturbing flicks ever involves the family of a girl who was kidnapped and brutally assaulted devising an equally brutal revenge plot on the escaped convicts responsible for the act. 100 min. MADEA GOES TO JAIL - PG13 - Comedy - A Tyler Perry film involving Tyler Perry done up Big Mama style and ending up in prison aside a young and formerly crack-addled prostitute. Hi-larious. 103 min. MILK - R - Drama - The life of gay activist and groundbreaking San Francisco political figure Harvey Milk is one of the most remarkable stories of 20th century politics. Milk’s wordof-mouth, pseudo grassroots campaign (there was nothing usual about his approach to politics) emphasized the need to change the public perception of gay men and women from overlooked to empowered. 120 min. MISS MARCH - R - Comedy - You know, I
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THIS WEEK’S PICKS Relax, man
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Friday (Mar. 20), 3pm, Baldwin Beach Park, Paia Saturday (Mar. 21), 9pm, Tip-Ups, Kihei
Being that the majority of transplants on this island fall into either the “Oh, I’m way into yoga” camp or the “I do yoga once a week at the ass crack of dawn as a form of penance” camp, I feel reluctant to write at length about the ancient practice. You see, I’ve dabbled and even done some research on it, but still consider myself to be part of the “yeah, yoga’s cool” contingent. What I do know is that two very well known yoga teachers, Chuck Miller and Maty Ezrata, will be on Maui this weekend conducting workshops based on the Mysore method. A subcategory of Ashtanga yoga, the Mysore method focuses on individual needs rather than the movements of the class as a whole. Chuck Miller has practiced yoga since 1971, taught since 1988 and was co-owner of the original Yoga Works in Santa Monica. Maty Ezraty was the founder of Yoga Works and has written extensively for Yoga Journal. Call 283-4123 to register. $35-$50 per class, or $225 for the entire weekend.
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If they ever have—no, when they have—ukuleles in space, I have a feeling that they’ll sound a hell of a lot like the uke that Tomas of trippy uke-funk-rock-etc. band The Eazy sometimes employs. The man can make a uke sound like it’s being played in a tin can by way of effects pedals. His musical vision is one that swigs from a great many jugs of musical hooch. It is responsible for an original sound that is, for lack of a better word, radiant. At one recent event The Eazy headlined, new lineup in tow, the drummer unveiled a gong. Now, any band that brings out a gong wins my heart every time. Hands down. I hope they bust it out Friday, when they headline a lovein/barbeque at Baldwin Beach. Attendees are asked to bring some meat, some veggies and some love. Those who can’t get enough aluminum uke and gong smashing, or can’t make it Friday, can check The Eazy out the following evening at Tip-Ups in Kihei. Plus: a uke-only open mic. DJ Puff Puff Give opens.
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The Maui music scene is a hard nut to crack. Lotta ins, lotta outs, lotta what-have-yous, as the Dude would say. But funk/rock outfit Byron Brown and the Derelicts is all about helping other local musicians get in on the action. On Saturday, for example, they are showcasing some of Maui’s unsung songwriters by way of a contest. It’s a far cry from an open mic, given that the band has lined up songwriters they know who have the chops to compete for a prize that includes a bundle of cash and some studio time with Groovy Buddha Productions. Contenders will rattle off two original songs each, and a winner will be chosen by way of judges as well as audience response. Pretty damned sweet. After the winner is determined, Byron Brown & the Derelicts will take the stage and bust out with some of their trademark danceconducive tunes, perhaps including “It’s Cool” and “The Funky Sound of Byron Brown.” Just a suggestion. $10
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Easter would be a completely different animal if it weren’t for the pagan spring Equinox rite, which, according to the 7th century Benedictine scholar Bede, celebrated the Saxon fertility goddess Eostre. There would be no bunnies (a fertility symbol) or eggs (another fertility symbol), both associated with the deity, had Pope Gregory the Great not ordered his missionaries to appropriate various non-Christian festivals and rites for use in Christian celebrations. Yet Equinox festivities ensue to this day. This year Maui Equinox observers can celebrate by way of Wings of Transformation, a show for which dream jam band Cast of Clowns will perform. The band’s lineup includes jam veterans Melvin Seals (The Jerry Garcia Band), Greg Anton, Damian Erskine, Jeff Pevar, Graig Wright and Barry Sless. Oh, and there’ll also be a fashion show featuring Wings Hawaii clothing. $20/$25.
Bring out the gimp Sunday (Mar. 22), 4pm, Ambrosia, Kihei I cannot stomach violence, even if it’s clearly fake. I have to close my eyes or leave the room during the bloody parts (having been shown Full Metal Jacket circa age five may have had something to do with this). Yet nuanced dialogue and intriguing characters are among the factors that make Tarantino flicks watchable for me despite their violence. Tarantino fans should be pleased to know that they can get their fix Sunday, when Ambrosia Ultra Lounge will screen a few of the writer/director’s titles, including True Romance, Reservoir Dogs and, of course, Pulp Fiction.
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Big Shows India Jazz Suites - Thu, Mar 19. Award-winning dancers Chitresh Das and Jason Samuels Smith perform alongside one another put on a rare, eclectic and captivating performance that spans all genres and embraces both tradition and innovation. $12/$22/$37. 7:30 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Lafa Taylor - Thu, Mar 19. Independent and eclectic artist Lafa Taylor brings his unique blend of hip hop, reggae, funk and electronica to Maui for a mini-tour on the heels of a mainland tour. The dubhop quartet accompanies him on stage. Shaggy from Q103, who is a solid dude, hosts. $20. 10 p.m. The Cellar 744, 744 Front St., Lahaina. 661-3744. Resination/Inna Vision - Fri & Sat, Mar 20 & 21. These smokin’ reggae acts do their thing on the North shore on Friday, then bring it out to the West Side for a Hard Rock benefit for Musicians on Call, a nonprofit that brings live entertainment to hospital bedsides. These shows will likely be packed. I mean, it’s reggae. $20. Fri, 10 p.m. Charley’s, Paia. 579-9453. Sat, 10 p.m. Hard Rock Cafe, Lahaina. 667-7400. Diana Krall - Sat, Mar 21. Grammy-winning jazz vocalist and pianist Diana Krall comes to Maui for one night of cool, smooth, genre-transcending tunes. 7:30 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Ebb & Flow Arts Ensemble - The Joining Sat, Mar 21. This unique event features live performances by the Maui Jazz Ensemble as well as legendary Jazz musician Emil Richards. Their playing will be the inspiration for three painters (Michael Takemoto, Piero Resta and Tony Walholm), who will simultaneously compose visual art pieces as the band plays. $10. 7:30 p.m. Studio Maui, 810 Haiku Rd. #265, Haiku. 575-9390. Ho’omau 2009 - Sat, Mar 21. This stellar fundraiser will benefit Punana Leo O Maui, a Hawaiian language immersion. The bill includes Kainani Kahaunaele, Uluwehi Guerrero & his Halau Kauluokala, Nuff Sed w/ Dani Girl, Kohomua, Jason Sadang & his halau, Kupa’aina and Manali’i, among
many others. Students from Punana Leo O Maui 7:30 p.m.; Sun, 3 p.m. Iao Theater, 68 N. Market as well as Kula Kaiapuni of Maui are also slated to St., Wailuku, HI, 96793. 242-6969. perform. Tickets are available at Queen Tau Dance Theater Presents SLAM 2009 Kaahumanu Center, Ruby’s Diner, Maui Coffee Sun. Tau (y2), HITS Dance Space, Yuko Anami Ballet Roasters, Uncle Jesse’s Mixed Martial Arts, the from Japan, Kapolei Choral, Tau Dance Theater, and Punana Leo campus, Ka’anapali Beach Hotel, Hilo the winners and competitors of the 4th Annual Hattie’s and Kula Garden & Hardware. 9 a.m.-6 Earnest T. Morgan Choreographersí SLAM all perp.m. Keopuolani Park Ampitheater, 150 Kanaloa, form at this dance showcase. Raiatea Helm headKahului, 96732. 244-5676. lines. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. The Joining - Sat, Mar 21. Ebb & Flow Arts Ensemble presents this innovative show, which features Maui jazz musicians Bob Harrison, John Zangrando and Paul Marchetti, who will play as Wahines that Rock - Fri, Mar 27. This is one of painters Tony Walholm, Piero Resta and Michael those can’t miss deals. Paula Fuga headlines, while Takemoto, among other, create Erin Smith and Oahu based all-girl paintings. Videography will be proband the Girlas are also on the bill. jected in the background while this Tickets are available at Request happens. Basically a sensory overmusic in Wailuku, West Side Vibes load - the good kind. . 7:30 p.m. and Hard Rock Cafe. Studio Maui, 810 Haiku Rd. #265, Awesomeness. 10 p.m. Hard Rock Haiku, 96708. 876-1854. Cafe, Lahaina. 667-7400. Wings of Transormation - Sat, Na Leo Pilimehana - Sat, Mar 28. Mar 21. Celebrate the Spring The translation of this best-selling Equinox with jam band veterans Hawaiian female trio’s name is “voicMelvin Seals, Greg Anton, Damian es blending together in warmth.” Erskine, Pete Pevar, Graig Wright These three family women and longand Barry Sless. Preasle tickets time friends not only write and available at Bounty Music, the Wine record their tunes, but they have on mauitime.com Cellar, West Side Vibes and True even launched their own record Value Hardware in Haiku. $20/$25. label. $12/$28/$37. 7:30 p.m. Castle 9 p.m. Voyage East, Pauwela Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Cannery, Haiku, 96708. 575-9234. Frank DeLima - Fri, Apr 3. One of Hawaii’s most Journey - Mon, Mar 23. She was just a smallpopular comedians, DeLima’s “Chop Suey town girl...help me here, what comes next? Nation” sketches feature characters, parodies and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing” is the most downsketches that celebrate Hawaii’s diversity. loaded song in iTunes history. Hmmm. Anyway, this $25/keiki half price. 7:30 p.m. McCoy Studio late-70s, early 80s icon will rock out Maui for your Theater, MACC. 242-7469. listening pleasure. $56/$66/$86. 7 p.m. MACC Fil-Am Comedy Jam 5 - Fri, Apr 10. A comedy Lawn. 242-7469. showcase featuring Joey Guila, Rex Navarette and Kaleo Pilanca. Hosted by Lanai of Island 98.5, the show aims to promote local Filipino talent among the islands. 18 & over. Tickets are available at Da The Sound of Music - Final Weekend- FriKitchen restaurants, Urban City, the Iao Theater and Sun. This is your last chance to check out this clasat islandtix.com. $20/$25. 7 p.m. Iao Theater, 68 N. sic stage production, set in Europe at the onset of Market St., Wailuku, HI, 96793. 242-6969. WWII.. $15/$18/$20. Fri, 7:30 p.m.; Sat 2 p.m. &
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Wings Hawaii 2nd Anniversary Party - Fri, Apr 10. Haiku based clothing and jewelry company, Wings Hawaii, hosts A Forest Under the Sea, a fashion event inspired by the world of water, in celebration of its two years in existence. Musical performance by Paula Fuga, a fashion show, and pupus by Market Fresh Bistro are all part of the festivities. Complimentary gift bags to the first 100 guests to arrive. 7-11 p.m. 375 W. Kuiaha at the Pauwela Cannery, Haiku, 96708. 808.575.7870. David Benoit - Sat, Apr 11. This five-time Grammy-nominated jazz pianist will be accompanied on stage by Phil and Angela Benoit of Benoit Jazz Works fame. $20/$30/$40. 7 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Poncho Sanchez - Thu, Apr 23. Grammy-winning Sanchez’s musical influences span the globe. His sound incorporates Latin rhythms, R&B, AfroCuban and other genres for an eclectic and danceable sound that Sanchez experimented with in L.A. in the 60s. $12/$30/$40/Under 18 half price. 7:30 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Kathy Collins’ Death Comedy Jam - Fri, May 1. Join maven, Mana’o Radio cofounder and allaround cool chick Kathy Collins as she roasts death. A little it of gallows humor is required, and it’s requested that you leave the wee ones at home. Willie K. and Eric Gilliom are slated for guest appearances. $25. 7:30 p.m. McCoy Studio Theater, MACC. 242-7469. A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Sun, May 24. You know you wanna. This classic Shakespeare comedy is a play inside a play inside a play. Complete with fairies and, unrequited love and a dude whose head turns into that of a donkey. This is a ballet rendition of this production. $12. 3 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469. Cheech & Chong - Fri, May 29. Far out, man! What can be said, really? Snort some lines of dish soap and see how long it takes for Chong to crack the first Maui wowie joke. I’m guessing this legendary grass-puffing comedy duo will pack the house. $59.50. 7:30 p.m. Castle Theater, MACC. 242-7469.
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The Grid lists nightly entertainment at bars, clubs, cafes, other non-dinner serving establishments, as well as restaurants with entertainment after 9pm.
Thursday 03/19
Friday 03/20
Saturday 03/21
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23– Wednesday 03/25
DJ Del Sol No cover, 10pm
Sonic Nectar No cover, 10pm
Erin Smith No cover, 10pm
Tarantino Movie Night No cover, 5pm-1am
MON - Indio Y Los Elementos; TUE - Kahala & Indio; WED - Someone Else
Hand Jive Jazz Trio
Megan Song & Naki Aweawe
Dr. Nat & Rio Ritmo $10, 9pm
MON - Open Mic
Casanueva Tango/Milonga
Jamallad & the Global Citizens; $15, 10pm
Fabio Genito, Pio Marasco et al; $15, 10pm
WED - Ladies’ Night, $10, 10pm
Lafa Taylor
Kit Kat Club
DJ Blast
MON - Manic Mondays; TUE - Hot Latin Tuesdays;
Smokin’ Hot Thursdays 9:30pm
Resination/Innavision $20, 10pm
Byron Brown & the Derelicts; 9:30pm, $10
MON - Willie K, $10, 9pm
Orin & Junior
Dave Carroll No cover
Dave Carroll No cover
Quiz Night w/ Chile Dog
Pau Hana
Silky Ringo
MON - Jordan & Friends, 10pm, No cover; TUE - Da Kine
Anick Violette
Homestead
Kanoa & Jessica Rabbit
TUE - Backyard Jam
Maui AIDS Foundation Benefit; $5, 10pm
Zodiac Beach Party w/ DJ Michael Fong; $10,10pm
WED - WII Wednesdays w/ DJ Michael Fong 10pm
Karaoke
Streetwalker
AMBROSIA 1913 S. Kihei Road, Kihei - 891-1011
CAFE MARC AUREL 28 N. Market St. Wailuku - 244-0852
CASANOVA 1188 Makawao Ave., Makawao - 572-0220
CELLAR 744 744 Front St., Lahaina 661-3744
CHARLEY’S 142 Hana Hwy., Paia - 579-9668
COOL CAT CAFE Wharf Cinema, Lahaina - 667-0908
DOG & DUCK IRISH PUB 1913 S. Kihei Rd. - 875-9669
EHA’S POOL BAR 1234 Lower Main, Wailuku - 242-1177
GIAN DON’S 1445 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 874-4041
GREEN LEAF SPORTS BAR
Homestead
1088 Lower Main St., Wailuku - 244-4888
HARD ROCK CAFÉ HAUI’S LIFE’S A BEACH
MON - WED - Karaoke MON - Marty Dread & the Kryptones
Rampage No cover, 10pm
DY Lychee
Pac-Vibe
Karaoke Night
MON - Soul Food, 10pm; TUE - Lucky Bum Girls;; WED Kahala
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Pio Marasco: Chill N Deep No cover, 9pm
DJ Boomshot $10, 9:30pm
DJ CIA No cover, 9:30pm
1913 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 891–8010
ISANA 515 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 874-8199
120 Hana Hwy., Paia - 579-8844
Karaoke
Resination/Innavision $20, 10pm
900 Front St., Lahaina - 667-7400
JACQUES
MON - Erin Smith; TUE - Jazz Night; WED - Howard Ahia, No cover
Eric the Whale Shark No cover
Events THURSDAY, MAR 19 School Band Performance - Tonight’s featured bands hail from Washington Middle School (12 p.m.) and Waipahu (6 p.m.). Free. 12 p.m., 6 p.m. Queen Kaahamanu Center, Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului, 96732. 877-3369. Cinema Night - Cafe Mambo will be hosting an evening of classic and cult classic films for the 21 and older crowd. This week’s flick is Burn After Reading. 9 p.m. Cafe Mambo, Paia. 579-8021.
Stargazing Cruise - Astronomer Harriett Witt points out all of the constellations in the night sky on this Pacific Whale Foundation cruise. Appetizers and cocktails will be provided. Call to reserve. $49.95/$34.95 keiki. 8-10 p.m. Lahaina Harbor, Lahaina, 96761. 249-8811 ext. 1.
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Swap Meet - From camo hunting gear and koa carvings to vintage aloha postcards and delicate, locally-crafted jewelry, this place pretty much has it all. Killer produce market, too. Admission: 50 cents. 7 a.m.-12 p.m. Maui Community College, Kahului Harbor side. 877-3100. Muscular Dystrophy Walk - Ho’omau 2009. A chance to aid research efforts on this highly unforPint Night Benefit at Maui Brewing Co. tunate condition. 8 a.m. Keopuolani Park, Kahului. Maui Brewing Co. will donate a portion of the pro96732. 877-3369. ceeds from all pints and special pizzas sold to Clothing Drive - Bring that mass of clothing you Pacific Whale Foundation’s keiki whalewatch pronever wear down. Benefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters grams for Maui schoolchildren. Beer and a good of Maui. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wal-Mart, Kahului. 242-9754. cause. A perfect combination. 6 p.m.-12 a.m. Maui Free Fed & State Tax Preparation - Make sure Brewing Co., 4405 Honoapi’ilani Hwy., Kahana, HI, you get your due...and that you don’t 96761. 808-249-8811 ext. 1. owe. This program is aimed at those Beach BBQ Bring who normally are without means of meat/veggies/love for the barbeque obtaining paid assistance. 9 a.m.-3 and celebrate the fact that it’s p.m. Valley Isle Community FCU, Friday. Come check out killer psyLahaina Branch, 180 Dickenson St, chedelic uke rock deal the Easy. Lahaina, 96761. 877-275-6569. Free. 3 p.m. Baldwin Beach Park, Cultural Diversity Celebration Paia, 96779. Tau Dance Theater, Maui Taiko, Fourth Annual Tip-A-Cop Ryukyukoku Matsuri, Maui Academy Fundraiser - Maui police officers of Performing Arts, Reuda Cuban will bus tables; their tips will go to Salsa and others will perform at this chaarity. This event benefits Special celebration of the many cultures that Olympics Maui. 4:30-9:30 p.m. o n m a u i t i m e . c o m constitute Maui’s population. Free Outback Steakhouse, Piilani Village parking and shuttles are available in Shopping Center, Kihei, 96753. 281Wailuku at the County Parking Lot, 7318. 200 S. High Street and the Municipal Maui Academy of the Performing Arts Parking Lot between Vineyard and Main Streets. Showcase - See what students of the academy Free admission to Hawaii Nature Center is offered in and their mentors have been working to hard at all conjunction with this event. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hawaii this time. Free. 6:30 p.m. Maui Mall, Kahului, Nature Center, 875 Iao Valley Rd. Wailuku. 667-2805. 96732. 871-1307. Na Kia’i O Ke Kula Hana School Fundraiser Native Hawaiian Plant Society Meeting - This school fundraiser will feature performances Kahanu Garden/National Tropical Botanical Garden by Kai Smith & Friends, Hana School Students (Hana) director Kamaui Aiona will speak. 7-8 p.m. Halau, Kekona Ohana and 2 Fada and 2 Sons. Plus: Hannibal Tavares Community Center, Pukalani. a bouncy castle, food booths, a car wash, silent 873-3504. auctions and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hana School Campus, Hana, 96713. 248-4815 ext. 263. Economic Systems Readers Circle - Do you have a passion for all things economic? Come to Ho`omau 2009 - A day-long fundraiser featuring a this discussion to chat about economics with other keiki zone, live & silent auctions, Hawaiiana, crafts, people who share your interest. Free. 7:35 p.m. food booths and entertainment. Benefits Punana Queen Ka’ahumanu Shopping Center. 573-3250. Leo o Maui, a Hawaiian immersion preschool. 9
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a.m.-sunset. Keopuolani Park Ampitheater, 150 Kanaloa, Kahului, 96732. 244-5676. Halau Hula O Keola Ali’iokekai - Take a break. Check out some dazzling and authentic hula. 1 p.m. Maui Mall, Kahului, 96732. 871-1307. Hula Show - Halau Hula O Keola Aliíiokekai performs, and helps keep Hawaiian culture alive in doing so. Free. 1 p.m. Maui Mall, Ka’ahumanu Ave., Kahului, 96732. 871-1307. MHS 2009 Fur Ball - Yeah, you read right. It’s Maui Humane Society’s annual fundraiser. Features silent auction, entertainment, dinner, a no-host bar, and more. For the kiitties. $125. 5-11 p.m. Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Wailea, 96753. 877-3680 ext. 32.
SUNDAY, MAR 22 Clothing Drive - Bring that mass of clothing you never wear down. Benefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Maui. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Wal-Mart, Kahului. 242-9754.
WEDNESDAY, MAR 25 Reggae With the Whales - Reggae music star Marty Dread, fresh from his appearance at the Jamaican Jazz Festival, sings his tunes, as well as pretty much any reggae song you can think of while the whales do their thing. A perfec, can’t miss sunset experience. $49.95/$39.95 keiki. 5-7 p.m. Ma’alaea Harbor. 249-8811 ext. 1.
Keiki After-School Help - Mon-Fri. Hui Malama Learning Center offers after-school homework help and classes. Call for directions and hours. 244-5911. Athletic Club Outreach - Every Tue & Thu. Got tough kids? Get them instruction on Olympic weightlifting, power lifting, body building and sports-specific weight training by an experienced team of coaches. Ages 11-19. Free. 4:45-6 p.m. St. Mark Weightlifting Hall, Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Wailuku. 244-4656. Free Keiki Art Classes - Every Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri. Lahaina Arts Society offers free children’s art classes island wide. MON - Lahaina Surf Hawaiian Housing, 3-5 p.m. & Baha’i Faith Maui Center, Makawao, 9 a.m.-12. TUE - Kehekili Park Terrace, Wailuku, 3-5 p.m. WED - Baha’i Faith Maui Center, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Honokowai Kau Hale, 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Ka Hale A Ke Ola, Wailuku, 4-6 p.m. FRI Haiku Boy’s and Girl’s Club, 3-5 p.m. For more info call 661-0111. West Side Storytime - Every Tue & Sat. Lahaina’s biggest bookseller is hosting keiki story
time, so get them hooked on reading early. Tue., 10 a.m.; Sat., 11 a.m. Barnes and Noble, Lahaina. Keiki Shots - Wed. (Central Maui) Bring children up to the age of 18 without medical insurance in for vaccinations. Bring all immunization records. Walkin basis. Free.. 12-3 p.m. Wailuku Health Center. 984-8260. Keiki Issues? - Thu. The Parent Project, a program for parents of strong willed children. Wrestle the phone away from the child and make that call. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hui Malama Learning Center. 289-5050. Story Time - Thu. Keiki story time and crafts. Free. 10 a.m. Hawaiian Village Coffee, Kahana. 665-1114. Toddler Story Time - Thu. Brush up on the latest in children’s books with your little one. Free. 10 a.m. Makawao Public Library. 573-8785. Yu-Gi-Oh - Sat. Little gamester get out your cards and get ready for a Yu-Gi-Oh tournament! Free. 3 p.m. Lahaina Cannery Mall. 661-4766. Swimming Lessons - Sun. Valley Isle Aquatics is offering keiki swimming lessons in conjunction with the County of Maui, Community Classes. Folks can call or go to www.valleyisleaquatics.com for further information. 12:15-4:15 p.m. Kihei Aquatics Center. 572-4665. Yo Yo Workshop & Demo - Sun. Yo Yo’s are silent, so encourage your kids to learn how to use them and finally get some peace and quiet! Free. 45 p.m. Maui Toy Works. 661-5304. Keiki Chess Club - Mon. For little masterminds age 8-12. Taught by magician Neil Bruce. Free. 2:304 p.m. Makawao Public Library. 573-5313.
Lecture Free Talk - Social Development of Dolphins and Humpback Whales - Thu. Dr. Quincy Gibson, PhD, Research Director for Pacific Whale Foundation, will present a free talk and slide show on social development in dolphins and humpback whales. 6-7:30 pm. Ocean Discovery Center, Ma’alaea Harbor Shops. 808-249-8811 ext. 1. Memory Loss or Normal Aging? - Thu. The Maui Alzheimer’s Association presents a lecture that will help you determine whether you’re spacing at a normal rate, or if your forgetfulness is an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association of Maui Office, 1063 L Main Street, Wailuku, 96793. 242-8636. Social Development of Dolphins and Humpback Whales - Thu. Dr. Quincy Gibson, PhD, Research Director for Pacific Whale Foundation, will discuss the ways in which marine
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Thursday, Mar. 19th
LAFA TAYLOR Friday, Mar. 20th
FLAPPER MADNESS Saturday, Mar. 21st
DJ BLAST $2 Bud Light Drafts
Sunday, Mar. 22nd
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WILLIE K MONDAYS • 9PM – MIDNIGHT BYRON BROWN & THE DERELICTS SAT. MARCH 21ST • 9:30PM
SINGER SONG WRITER CHALLENGE GRAND PRIZE $100 & RECORD 3 SONGS W/ GROOVY BUDDAH PRODUCTIONS
142 HANA HWY, PAIA • 808-579-8085 Monday, Mar. 23rd
MANIC MONDAYS Alternative Night DJ Astro RAF $3 Cosmos
Tuesday, Mar. 24th
HOT LATIN Latin Takeover $2 Bud Light $3 Fernets Bennie Blanco Drink Specials
Thursday, Mar. 26th
HOT LATIN Latin Takeover $2 Bud Light $3 Fernets Bennie Blanco Drink Specials
Friday, Mar. 27th
LOVE N LIGHT PRESENTS
Sat., Mar. 28th Mon., Mar. 30th -
DJ BLAST
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HOT LATIN
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The Grid lists nightly entertainment at bars, clubs, cafes, other non-dinner serving establishments, as well as restaurants with entertainment after 9pm.
KAHALE’S BEACH CLUB 36 Keala Pl., Kihei - 875-7711
Thursday 03/19
Friday 03/20
Saturday 03/21
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23– Wednesday 03/25
The Vince Esquire Band No cover
Kenny Roberts No cover
Way Back Machine No Cover
Kahala No cover
TUE - Da Ha-Y-ans, No cover WED - Chico & Da Kine, No cover
TBA
Ladies’ Night w/ Q103 $7, 10pm
Cheryl Rae Band
MON - TBA; TUE - Kilohana (Hawaiiana); WED - The Crunch Pups, No cover, 8pm
KAHULUI ALE HOUSE 355 E. Kamehameha, Kahului - 877-9001
KIMOS
Mike & Mark “Good Times”
845 Front St., Lahaina - 661-4811
KOBE STEAKHOUSE
Karaoke
136 Dickenson St., Lahaina - 667-5555
LOS PELONES 1945 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 879-9944
LULU’S LAHAINA Lahaina Cannery Mall - 661-0808
Karaoke Salsa Night $7, 10pm
Zack & Kimo
Lahaina Cannery Mall - 661-9900
LULU’S KIHEI
Simply Solid w/ Jason Sadang; $5
TUE - Alliez
Neto Latin Salsa No cover, 9pm
Inferno Fridays $5, 10pm
JR & the Boys
Reggae w/ DJZZ $5, 10pm
TUE - Rave Night w/DJZZ, $5, 10pm; WED - DJZZ No cover, 10pm
Crazy Fingers Trio 9pm
DJ 9pm
DJ 9pm
Kenny Roberts 9pm
TUE - Junior & Oren; \WED - Neto Latin Salsa
MAI TAI LOUNGE 839 Front St., Lahaina - 661-5288
MAUI BREWING CO.
Mickey Miller
Kahana Gateway Center - 669-3474
MOOSE MCGILLYCUDDY’S
DJ Decka 9pm
DJ Dolla Drink $5; 9pm
Maui Jazz Quartet
Gail Swanson
The Celtic Tigers
D.U.H. 10pm
WED - Willie K
Wee D’ono No cover, 10pm
The Silky Ringo No cover, 10pm
Jordan No cover, 10pm
The Silky Ringo No cover, 10pm
MON - Duh Boyz, No cover, 10pm; TUE - Unifires, No cover, 10pm; WED - Open Mic
Karaoke w/Toby 9pm
DJ Party w/ All Access Entertainment; $10, 10pm
MMA After Party w/ DJ C $10; 9pm
Scotty Rotten
Damien Awai
Brian Como & Friends
844 Front St., Lahaina - 667-7758
MULLIGAN’S ON THE BLUE 100 Kaukahi St., Wailea - 874-1131
MULLIGAN’S AT THE WHARF Cinema Center, Lahaina - 661-8881
OCEANS BAR & GRILL 1819 S. Kihei Rd. - 891-2414
PINEAPPLE GRILLE 200 Kapalua Drv. Lahaina - 669-9600
mammals become socially acclimated within their pods. Maybe they could teach us a lesson or two. Free. 6-7:30 p.m. Pacific Whale Foundation, 300 Maalaea Rd., Maalaea, 96793. 249-8811. Spiritual Discourse by Anam Thubten - Fri. This Buddhist teacher will be leading a dialog that is intended to help attendees do away with long-held yet harmful beliefs about the nature of reality. Destination: freedom. $15 suggested donation. 7-9 p.m. The Studio Maui, 810 Haiku Rd, Suite 265, Haiku, HI, 96708. 575-9390. Families With Mental Illness Course - Wed. Course aims to help families of individuals with serious mental illness. Free. 5-7:30 p.m. Cameron Center, Wailuku. 572-3757.
Workshops Creating a Profitable eCommerce Strategy - Fri. The Maui Chamber of Commerce presents this seminar in the wake of its “Surviving and Thriving in These Economic Times” lecture, which apparently was a hit. It targets business looking for new ways to increase cash flow in light of this current economic what-have-you with tips on using the internet as a marketing tool, among other things. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. $20/$40 non-members. . 8-11:30 a.m. Kahili Golf Club, 2500 Honoapiilani Way, Wailuku, 96793. 871-7711. Psychic Channeling with Liah Howard - Fri. Liah Howard will demonstrate her method of channeling messages apparently from spiritual guides. $15. 7:30-9 p.m. The Studio Maui, Haiku. 575-9390. Infection ControlTips for Caregivers - Sat. Find out how to prevent your loved one from contracting infection during his or her period of convalescence. Free. 9-10:30 a.m. Hale Mahaolu Elima Community Hall, 11 Mahaolu St., Kahului, 96732. 871-5804. Crystal Healing Awareness - Sun. According to some, they’re not just pretty and sometimes shiny. Many believe that gems and crystals have the ability to enhance health and wellness. This event gives you a chance to see for yourself. Free. 6 p.m. Kihei Community Yoga Center, 1847 South Kihei Rd., Suite 103, Kihei, 96753. 250-4198. Cranial Laser Release Technique - Tue. Dr. Nick (Wise) leads this lecture on the little-known therapeutic method that apparently affects muscle tone by way of lasers and the cranium. $12. 7:30-9 p.m. The Studio Maui, Haiku. (605) 391-9033. Love and Death: The Final Frontiers - Daily. Joan Halifax Rashi and Ram Dass will discuss spirituality as it relates to caring for an individual about
TUE - DJ Dolla Drink, $5, 9pm
TUE - Karaoke w/ Toby, No cover, 9pm
to go through, as Vonnegut put it, the great blue tunnel into the afterlife. $22. Rinzai Zen Mission, Baldwin Beach, Paia, 96779. 283-5950. Olowalu Volunteer Work Day - Sat. Task Anusara Weekend Workshop - Daily. Noah include removing non-native plants from protected Maze leads this attempt to explore and refine the reserve lands set aside as part of a development Universal Principles of Alignment via yoga poses. plan. Bring a lunch, water, protective clothing, Workshop includes Dance of Consciousness (Fri., gloves and fieldwork tools. Meet at the Wailuku 4:30-7:30 p.m.), Hearts of Courage (Sat., 9 a.m.-12 side of the Olowalu Store. 7-11 a.m. Olowalu p.m.), Radical Play (Sun, 12-3 p.m.) and Full Body Reserve, Mauka Side of Honoapiilani, Olowalu, Therapeutics (Sun., 4-7 p.m.). Individual workshop 96793. 214-8778. fee is $45, a full day is $75 and the entire weekend Daily Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program will run ya $200. 7:30-9 p.m. The Studio Maui, - Mon-Fri. Learn names of fish youíve seen while Haiku. 575-9390. snorkeling and how to protect Mauiís reefs at Yoga Workshop with Chuck Miller and Pacific Whale Foundationís free Coral Reef Maty Ezraty - Daily. These wildly popular and Information Station. Sponsored by Hawaii Tourism hugely influential yoga instructors come to Maui Authority and County of Maui Office of Economic this weekend to share their knowledge and skills. Development. . 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Ulua Beach, Wailea. Each day consists of two separate workshops, the 808-249-8811. first (a Mysore style practice) takHumpback Whale Interpretive ing place at 8 a.m. ($35) and the Station - Daily. Learn about humpsecond, an all levels workshop, back whales and whale watch with starting at 11 a.m. ($50). . 8 a.m., a Pacific Whale Foundation natural11 a.m. 618 Hana Hwy., Paia, ist at this free information station. 8 96779. 283-4123. a.m.-12 p.m. Papawai Point, West Yoga Workshop with Chuck Maui. 808-249-8811 ext. 1. Miller and Maty Ezraty - Daily. Kanaha Beach Project - Every These wildly popular and hugely Tue & Thu. Join group leader Val influential yoga instructors come to Magee in removing invasive Maui this weekend to share their species, clearing marine debris and on mauitime.com knowledge and skills. Each day planting native species at Kanaha consists of two separate workor calendar@ Park. Bring water, snacks and sunshops, the first (a Mysore style screen. Wear cool clothing, a hat and mauitime.com practice) taking place at 8 a.m. good walking shoes—and bring your ($35) and the second, an all levels swimsuit if you wish for a refreshing workshop, starting at 11 a.m. ($50). dip afterwards! Meet at the Canoe . 8 a.m., 11 a.m. 618 Hana Hwy., Hale at Kanaha Beach Park in Kahului. . 8:30 a.m.Paia, 96779. 283-4123. 11:30 a.m. Kanaha Beach Park. 808-294-8811 ext. 1. Yoga Workshop with Chuck Miller and Save Honolua - Tue. Meeting to inform, educate Maty Ezraty - Daily. These are two well-known and involve the community on the proposed develyoga teachers. They come back to Maui for three opment of Honolua Bay. 6:45 p.m. Lahaina Civic days of Mysore yoga workshops. There will be two Center. 870-0052. sessions per day. The first is from 8 to 10 a.m. and the second is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Early session Smarter than a Sand Crab? - Mon-Fri. Get free is $35, later session is $50 and the price to attend info about marine life and answers to all those pesky all six is $225. 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Maui Yoga, questions that keep you up all night. The Pacific 618 Hana Hwy., Paia, 96779. 283-4123. Whale Foundation Marine Naturalists are definitely smarter than a fifth grader. The question is, are you? Weekend Retreat with Anam Thubten - Daily. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Ulua Beach, Wailea. 249-8811. Buddhist teacher Anam Thubten helps attendees deconstruct their false conceptions of the universe Building supplies - Every Wed, Thu, Fri & Sat. and start on a path of freedom and understanding, Spring cleaning! Donate new and nearly new buildin the parlance of our times. Inner transformation is ing materials or purchase them at reduced prices. encouraged. $125-$225 (sliding scale, though no Volunteers needed to stock, display and price merone will be turned away for lack of funds. Sat., 10 chandise. Reduce the amount of usable building a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sun., 3-5:30 p.m. Rinzai Zen materials going into the landfill. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Habitat Mission, Baldwin Beach. 572-7845. for Humanity, Market St., Wailuiku. 986-8050.
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Weed and Pot Club - Wed. Did that get your attention? Push up your sleeves and rake, hoe and pull weeds in a beautiful garden setting. Tools, gloves and drinking water provided. Bring sunscreen and tennis shoes. 8:30 a.m. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, Kahului. 249-2798. Maui Coastal Land Trust Service Project Fri. The Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program gives you a chance to help save unique ecosystems at Maui Coastal Land Trust in Waihee. Be prepared to help weed out invasive plants or help with other tasks. Get a free t-shirt for your efforts! 7:45 a.m.-12 p.m. Maui Coastal Land Trust, Waihee. 808-294-8811 ext. 1. Honokowai Valley Restoration - Sat. Visit remote Honokowai Valley, which is closed to public access, with leader Ed Lindsey. Help save archeological sites of old Hawaii, pull invasive plants and possibly plant native species. Get a free t-shirt for your efforts! Sponsored by County of Maui Office of Economic Development and Hawaii Tourism Authority. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Honokowai Valley, West Maui. 808-294-8811 ext. 1. Volunteer on Vacation - Sat. Get to know Maui better by volunteering time to one of many important environmental projects. Meet local experts and learn about the history and environment of the land and get a free t-shirt from the Pacific Whale Foundation!. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Honokowai. 249-8811. Save the Forest - Sun. The Pacific Whale Foundation is hosting a group of ten volunteers to pull invasive pine trees near Hosmers Grove. Transportation is provided. Bring warm clothes, long pants and closed boots. Pick ups: 7:30 a.m., Harbor Shop, 300 Ma`alaea Rd; 8:15 a.m., Upcountry Tavares Community Center. RSVP 856-8341.
Sports/fitness Napili Canoe Club Meeting & Election - Sat. If you’ve been looking to do a bit of paddling, and live on the west side, well, this may be your chance to get in on some canoe action. I’m just sayin. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Honokao`o (Canoe) Beach Park, Lahaina, 96761. 661-0890. Open Martial Arts Tournament - Sat. This is the second annual open tournament for Sera’s Kajukenbo. Registraion begins at 8:30 a.m. Call for further details. 10 a.m. Binhi at Ani / Maui Filipino Community Center, 780 Onohe’e Ave., Kahului, 96732. 205-9133. Dragon & Tiger Medical Chi Gung - Every Tue, Thu & Fri. This exercise is believed to fight cancer in China. Free class sponsored by the Pacific
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Cancer Foundation. 3-4 p.m.; 5:30-6:30 p.m. Maui YMCA, REPS Fitness Training Center, Wailea Town Center, respectively. 243-2999. Lahaina Canoe Club Weekly Paddle - Daily. Get buff, talk story, check out the scenery. Thu., 8 a.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. Hanako’o Beach Park (Canoe Beach). 870-6466. Marathon Volunteers Needed - Daily. Care to help out with one of the biggest sporting events on Maui? Organizers for the 39th annual Maui Marathon are looking for folks to fill the positions of head Volunteer Coordinator, Entertainment Coordinator, and Awards Ceremony Coordinator. Are you game?. 280-5801. Maui Croquet Club - Every Sun, Tue & Thu. You could be an amazing croquet player and not even know it. No mallet? No problem. 2-5 p.m. Waipuilani Park, Kihei. 879-0087. Group Run - Wed. Stay in shape while taking in some beautiful views! Group meets at Kihei Community Center. Open to runners of all ages and fitness levels. Refreshments will be provided after. Sponsored by Valley Isle Road Runners. Free. 5:30 p.m. Piilani Highway and Lipoa Parkway. Paddling for Breast Cancer Survivors Every Mon & Wed. Get together with other survivors for canoe paddling. Free. 8 a.m. Kihei Canoe Club. 243-2999. Tai Chi - Every Mon & Fri. Get your Tai Chi in during your lunchbreak with Dr. Lorrin Pang. Free. noon12:45 p.m. State Building Plaza, Wailuku. 984-8200. Volleyball Day - Sat. Bump, set, spike! Open to everyone. Free. 12 p.m. Kamaole III Beach Park, Kihei. Badminton Nights - Mon. That’s right. Dust off your shuttlecocks and lace on up. No need to bring rackets or birdies. Just come out. Takes place every Monday through May 4. 6:30-9 p.m. Lahaina Civic Center, 1840 Hono`apiilani Hwy., Lahaina, 96761. 661-4685.
Art Art Opening and Celebration - Fri. Anthony Carnabuci’s work focuses on the amazing natural color and light that can be seen all over the island. His work has earned him several rare honors as well as the opportunity to illustrate several children’s books. His work will be on display until April 20th. 5-8 p.m. Maui Hands Gallery, 84 Hana Hyw., Paia. 579-9245. Meet the Artist - Fri. Bill Myrick’s catalog contains an extensive series of honu - sea turtle - portrayals. A chance to talk story with the artist over a glass of wine. Free. 7-10 p.m. Sargent’s Fine Art, 802 Front St., Lahaina. 667-4030. Oil Painting Demonstration - Fri. Ever wanted to see a canvas go from blank to laden with brilliant imagery? Well, Joe Fletcher shows how it’s done. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Viewpoints Gallery, 3620 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768. 572-5979. Stone Sculpting Demonstration - Tue. Part of Viewpoints Gallery’s “A Celebration of Hawaii” series, this, oddly enough, showcases the art of stone sculpting. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Viewpoints Gallery, 3620 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI, 96768. 572-5979. “Art of Trash” Entries Being Accepted Daily. This exhibit will open at Maui Mall in May of 2009 and is presented by Community Work Day and Sharing Aloha. Local artists are encouraged to submit works that give new life to discarded objects. Entry forms are available at public libraries islandwide. 573-3911. Artist Reception - Daily. The show is called iKons, and features recent works by Maui artist Carla Crow. 5-8p.m. 84 Hana Hwy. Paia. 579-9245. Crosscurrents: Jun Kaneko and David Kuraoka - Daily (except Mon). The work of these two artists is wide-ranging, including drawing, painting, ceramic and glass. Both have managed to blend a number of elements in a way that renders their work unique and striking. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Schaefer International Gallery, MACC. 242-7469. Maui Glass Art Expo - Daily. Features the work of 25 phenomenal glass artists (no bongs). Work is on display in the open air lobby outside Mala Wailea restaurant. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. 293-9921. WOW! - Wed. Every Wed. Wailea on Wednesdays presents live island music, gallery receptions, artist appearances and more. . 6:30-8 p.m. 897-6770 x2. Art Night - Fri. Stroll through Lahaina Town’s many art galleries. Special gallery shows, featured artists-in-action and refreshments. Each week features a different guest artist. Free. 6:30 p.m. Lahaina. 661-6284.
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Artist Demonstration - Fri. Lahaina Art Society member artist Ellen Levinsky’s work is as natureinspired as it can be. Her media include feathers and recycled paper. Every Friday in March she shows you how it’s done. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Banyan Tree Gallery, Lahaina. 661-0111. Art Bistro - Mon. Local artists display their wares, from photography and painting to jewelry and sculptures. Live music, too. 5-10pm. Jacques, Paia. 808-269-0961.
Farmers market, Art/Craft Fairs Farmers’ Market and Craft Fair - Every Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat. Great deals on locally grown produce and locally made goods. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Maui Mall, Kahului. 871-1307. Ho`olokahi Arts & Crafts Fair - Every Tue & Fri. Fresh flower lei-making classes from 9-11 a.m. on Fridays. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wailea Beach Marriott Resort south lobby. 879-1922. Ohana Farmers & Crafters Market - Every Tue, Wed & Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Queen Ka’ahumanu Shopping Center. 877-3369. Farmers Market of Maui - Every Mon, Wed & Fri. Sample the goods at this local market for fresh produce. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 61 S. Kihei Rd. Honokowai Farmers Market - Every Mon, Wed & Fri. Lots of fresh local produce plus baked and canned goods. 7-11 a.m. Lower Honopiilani Hwy. Resort Craft Fair - Every Wed & Fri. Hawaiian arts and crafts. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort. Aloha Craft Fair - Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Maui Mall. 872-4320. KBH Craft Fair - Fri. Cultural crafts and live demos. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Ka`anapali Beach Hotel lobby. 667-5978. Organic Farmers Market - Sat. Fresh produce that’s cheaper than the grocery store. 6:30 a.m.noon. Eddie Tam Memorial Center.
Poetry Open Mic - Every night is open mic night at Hawaiian Village Coffee. Kahana Gateway location, call 665-1114. Poetry Slam - Every First Fri. Poets 13 and over are encouraged to share their stuff with the First Friday crowd. Pieces are limited to three minutes. $5. 8 p.m. The Promenade (Wailuku Food Court), 2050 Main St., Wailuku, 244-3993. Express Yourself - Every Mon. Open Mic Night with music, song, poetry! Free. 7 p.m., Cafe Marc Aurel, Wailuku, 244-0852. Poetry Reading - Every second Tue, read your original work, your favorite poem, or just come to be inspired. Free. 6:30 p.m., Lahaina Public Library, 662-3950. Open Mic - Every Saturday the Maui Media Lab hosts an open mic night for poets, muscicians and others who want to be heard. Sessions are recorded and fed to the internet. All ages are welcome. Free. 6-9 p.m., Maui Media Lab, Baldwin Ave, zumatribe@yahoo.com.
DINNER MUSIC WEST MAUI BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria - Wed-Fri, John Kane; Sat, Harry Troupe; Sun, Greg DiPiazza; Mon, Tue, Marvin Tevaga. All sets 7:30-9:30 p.m. 730 Front St., Lahaina, 661-0700. Canoes - Sun, Jazz w/ John Maritano, Brian Cuomo & Friends. 3-6. 1450 Front St., Lahaina. 661-0937. Cheeseburger In Paradise - Mon, Tue, Scotty Rotten; Wed, Fri, Harry Troupe; Thu, Sat, Sun, Brooks McGuire. All sets 4:30-10:30 p.m. 811 Front St., Lahaina, 661-4855. Cool Cat Cafe - Thu, Erin Smith; Fri, Sat, Dave Carroll; Sun, Wed, Whale Sharks; Mon, Mickie Moore; Tue, Jazz; . all sets 7:30-10 p.m. Wharf Cinema Center, Lahaina, 667-0908. Hula Grill - (Early sets) Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Ernest Pua’a; Sun,Mon, Kawika Lum Ho; Tue, Jarret Roback. Early sets 3-5 p.m. (Followed by) Thu, Braddah Brian & Roy; Fri, Brian, Roy & Kawika;. Sat, “TBA”; Sun, Ryan Tanaka & Friends; Mon,Oversized Productions; Tue, Roy & Friends; Wed, An Den. Late sets 6-8:30 p.m. 2435 Ka`anapali Parkway, Building P, 667-6636.
The Grid lists nightly entertainment at bars, clubs, cafes, other non-dinner serving establishments, as well as restaurants with entertainment after 9pm.
Thursday 03/19
Friday 03/20
Saturday 03/21
RB STEAKHOUSE RUSTY HARPOON
DJ Mike Rozak No cover, 10pm
DJ Mike Rozak No cover, 10pm
Karaoke
Karaoke
Bingo Pajama
Karaoke
Karaoke
Karaoke
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy - 661-3123
115 Bay Dr., Lahaina - 669-6286
SANSEI - KIHEI 1881 S. Kihei Rd., Ste. KT116 -879-0004
MON - Silky Ringo;TUE - Willie K; WED, Evan Schulman
SANTA FE CANTINA
WED - My Stylee feat. Junior & Oren, No cover, 10:30pm
900 Front St., Lahaina - 667-7805
SOUTH SHORE TIKI LOUNGE 1913 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 874-6444
SPORTS PAGE GRILL & BAR 2411 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 879-0602
DJ Sonny No cover, 10pm
DJ Slackin No cover, 10pm
The Edge $3, 10pm
1127 Makawao Ave., Makawao - 572-1380
1279 2. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 874-9299
Karaoke
Karaoke
Karaoke
Karaoke
MON - WED - Karaoke
DJ KIDD/DJ JP
The Crunch Pups
The Eazy
Open Mic w/ Jordan
TUE -DJ Astro Raph; WED - Bobby’s Blues
808 Underground Club Night; $6, 10pm
808 Underground Club Night; $5, 10pm
Karaoke
Karaoke
UNISAN 2102 Vineyard St., Wailuku - 244-4500
WATERCRESS
Waiehu Beach Center, Wailuku-243-9350
MON - DJ Blast; TUE - DJ Nature Boy; WED - DJ Decka; All no cover, 10pm
The Legendary Unknown Band; $10, 9pm
STOPWATCH SPORTS BAR
TIP-UPS TAVERN
Kanoa of Gomega No cover, 10pm
Kenny Roberts
1279 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei - 874-3779
1424 L. Main St., Wailuku - 249-0052
DJ Magnetic No cover, 10pm
No Remorse
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Kahana Gateway, Kahana - 669-8889
SANSEI - KAPALUA
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Java Jazz/Soup Nutz - Mon-Sat, Acoustic music. All sets 7 p.m. 3350 Lower Honoapi`ilani Rd., Honokowai, 667-0787. Kimo’s - Mon- Wed, Sat, Sun, Sam Ahia. Fri, deAquino Bradaz. All sets 6:30-8:30 p.m. 845 Front St., Lahaina, 661-4811. Leilani’s On The Beach - Fri, Scott Baird;. Sat, JD and Harry; Sun, Kilohana. All sets 2:30-5 p.m. 2435 Ka`anapali Pkwy, Building J, 661-4495. Moose McGillycuddy’s, Lahaina - Fri, Llayne & Pro Ed; Sat, Mark & Mike. All sets 6-9 p.m. 844 Front St., 667-7758. Mulligan’s at the Wharf - Fri, Hawaiian music with Uncle Louie. 5-7 p.m. Wharf Cinema Center, Lahaina, 661-8881. Pioneer Inn - Thu, Ah-Tim Eleniki; Tue, Captain Billy Bones; Wed, Greg Di Piazza. All sets 6-8 p.m. 658 Wharf St., Lahaina, 661-3636. Rusty Harpoon - Thu, George Kahumoku, Jr., 7-9 p.m., Tue, Willie K., 7-9 p.m., Wed., Evan Schulman, 7-9 p.m. Whaler’s Village, Ka’anapali. 661-3123. Santa Fe Cantina - Tue, Ryan from Silky Ringo; 5-8 p.m. Fri, Mike Carrol & Friends, 4-7 p.m. Sat, Damien Awai; 5-8 p.m. 900 Front St., Lahaina, 667-7805. Sea House Restaurant - Thu, Fri & Sat, Kincaid Basques; Su, Andrew Kaina; Mon, Albert Kaina, Tue, Kincaid Basques; Wed, Albert Kaina. All sets except Sat. 7-9 p.m. Sat set is 6:30-9p.m. Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Honoapi`ilani Rd., Napili, 669-1500.
SOUTH MAUI Beach Bums Ma’alaea - Tue, Randall Rospond, 5-8 p.m. 300 Ma’alaea Rd. 243-2286. Haui’s Life’s A Beach - Thu, Erin Smith. 1913 South Kihei Rd., 891-8010. Longhi’s - Sat, acoustic music. 10:30-11 p.m. 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., 891-8883 Ma`alaea Grill - Thu, Fri, Sat, Benoit Jazz Works. Wed., Kenny Roberts. All sets 6:30-9 p.m. Maalaea Harbor, 243-2206. Mulligan’s on the Blue - Thu, Rick Glencross Fri, Gail Swanson; 6-8 p.m.; Sun, Celtic Tigers, 6:30 p.m.; Mon, Acoustico, 7 p.m. Tue, Joyce & Gord; 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Wed, Willie K., 7:30 p.m. 100 Kaukahi St., Wailea, 874-1131. South Shore Tiki Lounge - Sat, Erin Smith; Mon, Kanoa. All sets 4-6 p.m. 1913 Kihei Rd., Kihei Kalama Village, 874-6444.
MON - WED - Karaoke Karaoke
MON - Karaoke; TUE - Plain & Simple; WED - Karaoke
■ KAANAPALI BEACH CLUB 104 Ka`anapali Shores, Lahaina, 661-2000 Ohana Bar & Grill - Wed, Thu, Live music; Fri, Patrick Major; Sun, Wayne and Friends; Mon, Tue, Ernest Pua`a. All sets 5:30-9:30 p.m. Torch lighting ceremony nightly. ■ KA`ANAPALI BEACH HOTEL 2525 Ka`anapali Pkwy, 661-0011 Tiki Courtyard - Sun-Thu, Leokane, 6 p.m. Friday, Halau Friday Hula show. 6-9 p.m. ■ NAPILI KAI BEACH RESORT Café Marc Aurel - Live Music on various 5900 Honoapi`ilani Hwy, Napili, 669-1500 days. Mon, Open Mic Night. 7:30 p.m. 28 N. Market St., Wailuku, 244-0852. Thu, Fri, Tue. Kincaid Kupahu; Sat, Coelho Morrison; Sun & Wed, Andrew Kaina; Mon, Kahului Ale House - Thu, O‘Kaleo. 5 p.m. Albert Kaina. All sets 7-9 p.m. Wed, Kilohana. 6 p.m. 355 E. Kamehameha Ave., Kahului. 877-9001. ■ RITZ CARLTON 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Kapalua, 669-6200 Main Street Bistro - Th-Fri, Rhythm & Blues with Freedom. 5-7:30 p.m.. 2051 Main St., The Lounge - Sun, Ron; -Mon, Joshua K; Tue, Wailuku, 244-6816. Tarvin; Wed, Howard, Thu, Hallie.; Fri, Espresso; Sat, Crazy Fingers. Sun-Thu 7-10 p.m., Fri-Sat 7:30-11 p.m. 6:15-9:45 p.m. ■ ROYAL LAHAINA RESORT Hana Hou Cafe - Wed, Dorothy Betz and Les 2780 Keka`a Dr., Ka`anapali, 661Adam with Vince Esquire. Thu, 3611 Haiku Hillbillys. Sat, Live music. Mon., The Hula Honeys All sets Royal Ocean Terrace - Thu, Fri, 6-9 p.m. 810 Haiku Rd, Haiku Sat, Live Hawaiian. 6-8 p.m. Cannery, 575-2661. ■ SHERATON MAUI HOTEL Moana Cafe & Bakery 2605 Ka`anapali Pkwy, 661-0031 Wed, Benoit Jazzworks; 6:30Lagoon Bar - Live music nightly, 8:30 p.m. 71 Baldwin Ave., All sets 6-8 p.m. Torchlighting and Paia, 579-9999. cliff diving ceremony at sunset Flatbread Pizza - Every first nightly. Wed, Toma Conway & Randall ■ THE WESTIN MAUI HOTEL Rospond. 6-9 p.m. Flatbread 2365 Kaanapali Parkway, 667-2525 Pizza, 89 Hana Hwy., Paia. o n m a u i t i m e . c o m 579-8989. Ono Bar & Grille - Thu, Sat, Steve Sargenti; Fri, Larry Golis; Green Banana Cafe Music Sun, Margie Heart; Mon, Ernest Tu, Shea Argel. Th, Indio. 6-8 Puaa; Tue, Brian Haia; Wed, Pam p.m. Green Banana Cafe-The Peterson. Tue-Sun shows, 6-9 p.m. Mon, Shops at Paia Bay, Paia, 96779. 579-9130. 5:30-9 p.m. Tropica - (Early sets) Thu, Wed, Brian Haia; Fri, Sat, Mon, Marvin Tevaga; Sun, Josh Kahula; Tue, Ernest Pua`a. Early sets 3-6 p.m. (Followed by) Thu, Fri, Wed, Benny Uyetake; Sat, Tue, Mitch Kepa; Sun, Steve Sargenti; Mon, Josh Kahula. ■ HYATT REGENCY MAUI RESORT & Late sets 6-9 p.m. SPA 200 Nohea Kai Dr, Lahaina, 661-1234 Umalu - Thu, Off Tomorrow, 6-9; Live music ■ FOUR SEASONS RESORT WAILEA nightly All sets 4-6 & 7-9p.m. Torch lighting cer3900 Wailea Alanui, 874-8000 emony nightly. Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Café - Wed, Sat, Merv Oana; Sun, Howard Ahia Thu; Fri Margie; Tue Jamie Lawrence. All sets 6-10 p.m. The Shops at Wailea, 875-9983. Tradewinds Poolside Cafe - Thu, Kawika Lum Ho; Fri, Gina Martinelli; Sat, Monda Kane; Sun Merv Oana, Mon, Bobby Ingram & Fulton Tashombe; Tue, Rama Camarillo; Wed, Kaleo Cullen. All sets 6-9 p.m. The Maui Coast Hotel, 2259 S. Kihei Rd., 874-6284.
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Lobby Lounge - (Early sets) Thu, Steve Repollo and Alan Villeran; Sat, Mon, Island Style Trio with hula dancing. Early sets 5:307:30 p.m. (Followed by) Thu, Sal Godinez and Marcus Johnson; Sat, Mon, Nils and Anastasia; Sun, Pam Peterson and Rudy Baria; Late sets 8:30-11:30 p.m. Torchlighting ceremony nightly. ■ GRAND WAILEA RESORT HOTEL & SPA 3850 Wailea Alanui, 875-1234 Botero Bar - Wed, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Live music. Humuhumunukunukuapua`a - Nightly, 5:30 p.m., Strolling Hawaiian Duo. ■ THE FAIRMONT KEA LANI MAUI 4100 Wailea Alanui, 875-4100 L o b by B a r - Nightly, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Live music. MULLIGAN’S ON THE BLUE 100 Kaukahi St., Wailea, 874-1131 Wailea Wednesdays w/ WIllie K - Wed, 7:30-10 p.m. ■ THE SHOPS AT WAILEA 3750 Wailea Alanui East Wing - Wed, 6:30-8 p.m., Marti Kluth. Lower Courtyard - Wed, 6:30-8 p.m., Jamie Lawerence and Friends. ■ WAILEA MARRIOTT 3700 Wailea Alanui, 879-1922 Kumu Bar & Grill - Nightly, Hula dancing. 6-9 p.m. Mele Mele Lounge - Nighly, Live music. 9-11 p.m. ■ MAUI PRINCE HOTEL 5400 Makena Alanui, 874-1111 Molokini Lounge - Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Mele `Ohana Duo. Tue, Thu Ron Kuala’au; SunThu sets 6-9 p.m.; Fri, Sat sets 6-10 p.m. Sun, Mele `Ohana Duo, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mon, Wed, Fri, Hula performance, 6-6:45 p.m.
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■ HOTEL HANA-MAUI Hana, 248-8211 Paniolo Lounge - Thu-Sun, Live music. 6:309:30 p.m. Main Dining Room - Thu, Sun, Hula dancing. 7:30-8:15 p.m.
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ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19) Your tendency to rush enthusiastically headlong into things means that events can acquire quite a bit of momentum before you realize it was all a big mistake. By then, you’ve already got the ball rolling so fast that it’s painful and nearly impossible to make it stop. While you should be good at stopping a moving 50-car freight train through sheer force of will (you’ve done it so much by now), it’d still be preferable if you could learn to more accurately recognize those scenarios that will lead to bruised egos, regrets, and embarrassment before you stoke their furnaces and rev their engines. This week, work on that.
TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20) Some of your goals really don’t matter. That’s okay. If making the office’s biggest rubber band ball gives you satisfaction, then have at it. However, when the bulk of your energy is devoted to these relatively meaningless pursuits, there might be something up. Is it that you have nothing more important to command your attention? Or perhaps you’re worried you can’t hack the loftier items on your agenda? Mindless pleasure is fine; in fact, I highly recommend it. But make sure at least 51% of your attention and energy are devoted to more mindful pursuits.
GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) Many plants grow better if you prune them. Getting rid of a bunch of dead stuff makes room for all the fresh new leaves to have unrestricted access to the sun. Your life could use a bit of pruning this spring. While you’re perfectly capable of growing and even thriving under current conditions, there are definitely things holding you back from reaching your full potential. You have the tools, you have the knowledge—isn’t it time you cut yourself free? If you hesitate because not everything you want to trim away is strictly dead, keep in mind that it could hit the ground, take root, and grow into a beautiful plant all on its own—and then everybody wins.
CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 22) This problem has wings and a homing instinct. You could throw it out the window of a moving car and it’ll still find its way back to you. You’re approaching it all wrong; instead of just trying to get rid of and move past it, you may have to accept that this particular “problem” is here to stay. You might have to let it move in, give it some closet space and its own toothbrush, and learn how to happily live with it. This week, make some space to coexist with the stuff you’d rather get rid of, but just can’t. You may discover that giving it a little breathing room transforms it into something else entirely—something you might even enjoy having around.
LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22) When loyalty and fairness come into conflict, you’ve got a massive problem. After all, these are two of your highest values. The situation gets more complicated when not demonstrating your loyalty could cost you the relationship. Then it’s not just choosing between ideals, but deciding which is more important—unbiased evenhandedness, or the relationship itself. This is, naturally, a very tough call, which is why you shouldn’t rush the decision. Dithering forever isn’t an option, but you can certainly take this week to sleep on it a few times. Although either choice is one you’ll probably at least partially regret later, there’s one that’s certainly easier to live with. Don’t act until you’re sure which one that is.
VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22) Some people are truly disappointed and often thwarted when told they’re over-reaching, in over their heads, or generally under-qualified. You’re different. Since you believe nothing is beyond you, being told you can’t do something is usually a kick in the ass to prove the naysayers wrong. That frequently works out; unfortunately sometimes your righteous glory is delayed temporarily or indefinitely. Luckily for you, one of those postponed moments is finally here; better late than never, right? Even though they may have even forgotten telling you that you couldn’t do such a thing, it’ll still feel good when you yell, “In your face, sucka!” and prove them wrong.
LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22) As arbitrary and ridiculous as they are, it’s probably not always in your best interest to thwart certain societal or cultural standards every chance you get. What you’re contemplating is akin to showing up at the office in a toga to prove a point. While it doesn’t technically violate the dress code, it’s bound to get you all sorts of negative attention, for lots of different reasons. Learning to pick your battles is important, and taking a stand here is not only silly, it’s almost meaningless. Let it go, and wait for a more opportune moment to stick to your guns and make your point.
SCORPIO (OCT. 23-NOV. 21) Morality is definitely a complex issue. Do intentions matter more than results? Do the ends justify the means? However, there are some things that do not reside in the wide ethical gray area philosophers like to debate about—in the context of your life, they’re clearly “right” or “wrong.” If you find yourself on the wrong side of this tidy demarcation, you may be tempted to try to skew and scuff the line, and convince people you were actually in the aforementioned murky gray zone. Since you weren’t, though, please resist the temptation to muddy the waters, and just own what you did.
SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21) You can’t play on a seesaw without a partner. To get the delicious ups and downs that kind of game provides, you need someone who’s close to your weight. Only then can you help each other approach heights impossible to reach alone. Obviously, this is a metaphor, and the “weight” I refer to is a sense of respect, equality, and emotional connection. Is the person you’re with (or interested in) really a good match, or are you simply being blinded by a great set of legs or a beautiful smile? Find someone who you’re not sure you’d win a game of tug of war against (and you’re not sure you’d lose), and then check to see if you like their smile.
CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19) How’s your present treating you? Some of you have a tendency to focus too intensely on the past or future, which somehow always rate better than what’s going on right now. The illogic of that doesn’t seem to impinge on the habit—after all, the rosy futures you envision and the warm and fuzzy memories you cherish all take their turn in the spotlight of the present moment. This week, focus on bringing some of those hopeful, joyful, and heartwarming feelings into each and every minute as it happens, and remember that this is at least something like the future you hoped for, and is also something you may look back upon and cherish later.
AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18) Complaining is pretty much the last thing you want to do now. No one cares all that much if you think you’re miserable (in the grand scheme of things you’re really not), and bitching about it might actually make things less likely to change. It’s not that anyone is necessarily out to get you or make you suffer; it’s simply that people have their own problems, and you whining about yours is more likely to evoke resentment than sympathy. Buck up, suck it up, and get through it somehow, preferably with a smile on your face. That attitude will win you allies; wallowing in your dejection only pity or scorn.
PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20) Crossed wires (a misaddressed email or wrong number voicemail, for instance) could lead you to getting information not exactly intended for you this week. What you do with it must be guided not by the whorish gossipmonger in you, but instead your most ethical and mature self. Resist the urge to immediately share or act upon the juicy tidbit that’s fallen into your lap; if concern for the person who accidentally spilled the beans doesn’t motivate you, let your highest ideals do so. Doing the right thing trumps being a living tabloid magazine, no matter how titillating—don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.
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