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CARDS WITH LOVE - JAN 15, 22 & 29. In this workshop you will learn simple card techniques, tricks, tools and fun embellishments. You will make 3 cards and have the knowledge to make and create many more, just in time for Valentine’s. 1-3pm. Ben Franklin (Kahului); Benfranklinhawaii.com

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONJAN 29. Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with a lion dance and martial arts performances by Saam Fu Chinese Cultural Arts. Festivity will begin at the front drive and lead through the resort lobby, Mahana Market and Cane & Canoe lawn. 10am. Montage Kapalua Bay, (Kapalua); 808-665-8282; Montagehotels.com/kapaluabay

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LUNAR NEW YEAR AND LION

DANCE - JAN 29. Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit with a lion dance and more! 2-3:30pm.

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (Kahului); Queenkaahumanucenter.com

JEWELRY BASICS: HEART-SHAPED

PENDANT - JAN 31. Students will learn how to create heart-shaped pendants using copper and brass wire. Gift your completed pendant just in time for Valentine’s! 1-4pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

BE MINE RACE - FEB. Valentine’s Day is coming and this is the first 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 virtual run (or walk) to Race 4 Love. Complete your race any time in February, where you choose the course, time yourself and report your finishing time. Fifteen percent from every registration will go to Heart to Heart International. Virtualrunevents.raceentry.com

VALENTINE’S FAMILY THURSDAYFEB 9. Designed for children ages 3-10 and an adult parent or guardian to create artwork together! In this session, they will be feeling the magic and Valentine’s day love by creating cardboard rainbow collage creations as well as watercolor valentines for family and friends. 9:30am5pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

MY JAZZY VALENTINE - FEB 14. Best known on Maui as a versatile jazz, rock, and fusion drummer, Jimmy C is a crooner at heart. This Valentine’s concert will feature classic love songs and many more, as Jimmy serenades his way into your heart. Call to sign up. 12-3pm. Kaunoa Senior Center (Pāʻia); 808-270-7308

VALENTINE’S DAY SUNSET COCKTAIL - FEB 14. Do something truly extraordinary on your Valentine’s Day; head out onto the ocean for a romantic evening! Passengers will enjoy a delicious array of pupu (appetizers) and specialty desserts that are locally made, cocktails, and sunset at sea. You’ll even be able to watch for the spouts of courting humpback whales as you raise a toast to the power of love. 4:30pm. Pacific Whale Foundation; Pacificwhale.org

VALENTINE’S DINNER - FEB 14. Romance will be in the air and in the sea this Valentine’s Day aboard a very special sunset dinner cruise. Cruise includes a private table for your party to enjoy a delicious chef-prepared fourcourse dinner served table-side by the crew. 5pm. Pacific Whale Foundation; Pacificwhale.org

Big Gigs

TRAMPLED BY TURTLES - JAN 15. Formed as a side project in 2003 by Dave Simonett the American bluegrass-influenced folk bands lineup includes fiddler Ryan Young, bassist Tim Saxhaug, mandolinist Erik Berry and banjo player Dave Carroll. Special guest TAVANA joins the show. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

Aumakua Kava Lounge

149 Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia • Aumakuakava.com

Da Playground Maui

300 Ma‘alaea Rd. • Daplaygroundmaui.com

Down The Hatch

658 Front St., Lāhainā • DTHmaui.com

GILLIGANS BAR & GRILL

470 Lipoa Pkwy, Kīhei • Gilligansmaui.com

HAUI'S LIFE'S A BEACH

1913 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei •

Kohola Brewery

915 Honoapiʻilani, Lāhainā • Koholabrewery.com

MALA TAVERN 1307 Front St., Lāhainā

Mahalo Aleworks

30 Kupaoa St., Makawao

Paia Bay Coffee Bar

115 Hāna Hwy., Pāʻia

Live DJ, 8pm, (Weekly)

Entertainment (Weekly)

DJ Sweet Beats, 10pm, (Weekly)

Variety Open Mic, 8:30-10:30pm, (Weekly)

Karaoke 7-11:30pm (Weekly)

BINGO, (Weekly)

Live DJ, 8pm, (Weekly)

Entertainment (Weekly)

DJ Kazami, 10pm, (Weekly)

Live DJ, 8pm, (Weekly)

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DJ Skinny, 10pm, (Weekly)

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MON - Open Mic, 7-10pm, (Weekly)

WED - SIN, 9pm, (Weekly)

Trivia Night, 9-11pm, (Weekly) MON-WED Trip Wilson, 8-10pm, (Weekly)

TUE - Open Mic Comedy, 8:30-10:30pm, (Weekly)

Karaoke 7-11:30pm (Weekly) MON-WED Karaoke, 7-11:30pm (Weekly)

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MON & WED - Entertainment, (Weekly) TUE - Trivia Night, (Weekly)

TUE - Trivia Night, (Weekly)

STREET SOUNDS - JAN 19. Come out for a musical performance filled with self expression, storytelling and culture. Street Sounds comes to you all the way from San Francisco, ready to jam out all night long. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (Ma‘alaea); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com

JAKE SHIMABUKURO - JAN 21. ‘Ukulele wizard and musical artist, Jake Shimabukuro, has proved that there isn’t a style of music that he can’t play. Whether it’s jazz, rock, blues, bluegrass, folk or even classical – all on the unlikeliest of instruments: the ‘ukulele. Hawaiian contemporary trio Pure Heart, a group Jake co-founded early in his career, joins the concert. Part of the MACC’s signature Ho‘onanea Series, there will be pre-show festivities in the courtyard, displays of Maui arts & crafts, with dinner, snacks and a full range of beverages available for purchase. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

COLLIE BUDDZ - JAN 21. Known as the reggae artist Collie Buddz, Colin Patrick Harper hails from the tiny island of Bermuda. Heading to Maui to share his music, hear tracks such as ‘Come Around’ and ‘Blind To You’. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (Ma‘alaea); 808-7272571; Daplaygroundmaui.com

WILL EVANS - JAN 22. Evans displays technical mastery of live-looping that showcase his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, including the didgeridoo, steel drums, percussive beatboxing, acoustic guitar, and layers of soulful vocals. Joining him onstage will be Pau Iza. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (Ma‘alaea); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com

THE RASCALS FEATURING FELIX CAVALIERE & GENE CORNISH: TIME PEACE TOUR - JAN 26. The next chapter of The Rascals is about to begin – two of the founders Felix Cavaliere and lead guitarist Gene Cornish of the legendary rock ‘n’ roll band are once again taking to the stage to continue their legacy that started 57 years ago. Opening the show will be Andrew & Jay Molina. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

KANEKOA: LOVE THE 80S - JAN 27. Inspired by our favorite decade, the 1980ʻs!!! Feel free to get dressed up and join the party! Kanekoa will always mix things up and offer little surprises to make the show unique and special. 7:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.org

TRAPPED IN PARADISE V2 - JAN 27.

LIVE DJ performances from all your local favorites and new rising superstars! 9pm. Da Playground Maui (Ma‘alaea); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com bia, SC in 2003, they will share music off their new album “Always With Me”. 8pm. Da Playground Maui (Ma‘alaea); 808-727-2571; Daplaygroundmaui.com

BRETT YOUNG - FEB 5. Capturing the hearts of fans everywhere through his honest lyrics and West Coast-meetsSouthern sound, aptly dubbed “Caliville” style, Brett Young has cemented his status as Country’s master over matters of the heart. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

SOJA - FEB 10. For more than two decades, the Grammy Award Winning reggae group has elated audiences across the globe with their fresh yet timeless take on roots reggae. Also returning to the islands is San Diego’s reggae superstars Tribal Seeds along with Hawaiʻi’s own Likkle Jordee, Kaʻikena Scanlan, & Natural Vibrations. 5pm. Maui Arts & Cul tural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

MAUI POPS ORCHESTRA: BROADWAY POPS - JAN 22. The annual concert will feature the vocal talents of Nikki Renée Daniels and Jeff Kready to bring you the excitement of the Broadway stage! They join Music Director James Durham and the Maui Pops Orchestra in a celebration of familiar and family-friendly music from Broadway and beyond. 3pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

A TRIBUTE TO DJANGO REINHARDT AND GYPSY JAZZ - JAN 22. Featuring Swing Star: Steve Elliott (guitar); Mike Guzalak (sax & clarinet); Loren Tilley (guitar); and Dave Graber (bass). Proceeds benefit Jazz Maui’s music education programs. 5-7pm. Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate (Lāhainā); Jazzmaui.org

Onstage

- JAN 28.

AN EVENING WITH THE DRIFTERS, PLATTERS & COASTERS

Spend a nostalgic evening saluting three of the world’s most beloved musical groups who were instrumental in creating the rock & roll/doo wop sound: The Drifters, The Platters, and Cornell Gunter’s Coasters. Combined, these three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame groups have been associated with well over forty of the top classic songs in rock & roll history. 7:30pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

THE MOVEMENT - JAN 28. Winning the hearts and minds of alternative-reggae fans since their inception in Colum-

ALBATROSS - NOW-JAN 22. This fast-paced adventure story explores the themes of regret, isolation and the inter connected relationship between human beings and the natural world we inhabit. Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30pm; Sundays, 2pm. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.org

A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO MLK JRJAN 15. Featuring Sheryl Renee (vocals); Paul Marchetti (drums); and Paul January (piano & trumpet). Proceeds benefit Jazz Maui’s music education programs. 5-7pm. Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate (Lāhainā); Jazzmaui.org

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“WHITE HAWAIIAN” - FEB 2-5. Back by popular demand. This smart and witty one-man show starring Eric Gilliom is an entertaining autobiographical stageshow. Covering his career, his Maui upbringing as a Caucasian with Hawaiian roots, and the TV, film, and Broadway roles that have given him hilarious stories to share. Furiously donning outlandish wigs with gaudy costumes, Gilliom makes the story even more rich and entertaining. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday, 2pm. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.org

DIRTY CELLO - FEB 11. Led by vivacious cross-over cellist Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues and rock with a wailing cello, to virtuosic stompin’ Americana, this is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping. 7:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.org

MAGIC DINNER SHOW! - Hold on to your seats and enjoy a night of big laughs, endless wonder, and amazing sleight of hand while you question reality. Mondays-Fridays, Seatings: 5-pm & 7:30pm. Warren & Annabelles (Lāhainā); 808-6676244; Warrenandannabelles.com

THE MAGICAL MYSTERY SHOWStunning magical entertainers bring you an evening of magic, mystery and mirth, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality. Showtimes: 5pm & 8pm daily, except Wednesday. Fairmont Kea Lani Resort (Wailea); Hotel-magic.com

HULA PERFORMANCE - Watch a beautiful hula performance and enjoy live music. Daily, 6:30-7:30pm. Huihui Restaurant (Kā‘anapali); 808-667-0124; Huihuirestaurant.com

POLYNESIAN SHOW - Take in the beauty of graceful Hawaiian hula performances and dances of Polynesia. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm. The Shops at Wailea (Wailea); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com

SLACK KEY SHOW - Enjoy a performance with the slack key ‘ohana featuring contemporary island music to heartfelt Hawaiian mele. Wednesdays, 6:308:15pm. The Napili Kai Beach Resort Aloha Pavilion (Napili); 808-669-3858; Slackkeyshow.com

JOHN CRUZ: ISLAND STYLE - The Grammy- and Nā Hōkū Hanohano-winning Hawaiian singer-songwriter shares lyrical stories about everyday people and experiences. Most Wednesdays, 7:30pm. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.org

Stage Classes

MAGIC CLASSES - Come and learn multiple tricks from world-famous magicians featured in The Magical Mystery Show! Classtimes: 3pm daily, except Wednesday. Fairmont Kea Lani Resort (Wailea); Hotel-magic.com

Art Scene

2023 Annual Juried Exhibition

- JAN 13-FEB 17. This prestigious exhibition gives visitors an opportunity to view current work by local artists in all media. With no theme, this exhibition challenges artists to submit their best work created within the past two years.

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9am-4pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

‘IKE

KANAKA OBSERVE & PLAY

FAMILY DAY - JAN 15. Families are invited for this special pre-opening event with an opportunity to visit the gallery for a special chance to meet the artists, who will share insight into their processes through demonstrations and hands-on art making, including lauhala weaving, ‘ohe kapala printing, pōhaku stone carving, and more! Keiki will have an opportunity to create their own piece of art to take home. 10am-12pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

KANAKA EXHIBIT - JAN 17-MAR 18. This invitational exhibition will feature work by ten contemporary Kanaka ʻŌiwi artists, giving voice and cultural context to ancestral ties and relationships. Artists were asked to explore new work channeled through ‘Ike: knowledge gained through experience and guided by sound teachings. ‘Ike Kanaka will take form as a bilingual exhibition, with a comprehensive integration of ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i that enhances the depth of engagement. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10am-4pm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center (Kahului); 808-244-SHOW; Mauiarts.org

MAUI’S “ART OF ALOHA” - JAN 29. Come celebrate the 21st annual event in Hawaiian style as they welcome nine captivating artists from around the world! Meet artists Alex Bernstein, Leon Bronstein, Guy Buffet, Dario Campanile, Ronaldo Macedo, Robert Lyn Nelson, Andreas Nottebohm, Steve Turnbull, and Caroline Zimmermann. 11am-3pm. Lahaina Galleries (Wailea); Lahainagalleries.com

ART OF TRASH 2023: SUBMISSIONS

NOW OPEN! - DEADLINE: FEB 1. Mālama Maui Nui is accepting submissions to the Art of Trash and Trashion Show slated to open in April 2023. All pieces must be made from recycled and/or reused material. MNui.org/ArtOfTrash

KELLY HSIAO OF SEA ALCHEMYThis collection takes you beneath the surface to discover magical mermaid adventures in wonderland. Featuring shots from the making of the documentary film, “Oceans Apart.” Filmed at stunning locations on Maui and underwater, “Oceans Apart” is a short dance film by filmmaker/performer Audrey Billups. ProArts Playhouse (Kīhei); 808-463-6550; Proartsmaui.com

ART NIGHT - Walk through Lāhainā’s art scene – meet the artists, view new artwork and enjoy live music. Show enough interest and you just might find a glass of wine in your hand. Find participating galleries online. Fridays, 5-8pm. Lahainarestoration.org

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