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6:30 pm - Talk Story with Freda Payne. 7:30 pm - Gospel Workshop with Reggie Smith, Music Minister Antioch Baptist Church, Youngstown, Ohio. Free Admission.
6:30 pm. The 2012 Maui Invitational Music Festival presents singer and actress Freda Payne in a musical tribute in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Thursday, February 2, 2012. Pre-show festivities begin at 6:30pm in the McCoy Courtyard and feature a performance by blended gospel choirs. Vocalists Sheryl Renee and Maui’s own Clay Mortensen open the show in the McCoy Studio Theater with Mana‘o Radio personality Kathy Collins as mistress of ceremonies. Tickets are $30 and are available at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Box Office or www.MauiArts.org or 808/242-SHOW (7469).
5:30 pm - Vocalist Sheryl Renee & Friends accompanied by Brian Cuomo on piano will perform Jazz & Popp standards in musical tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. in celebration of Black History Month. Free Admission.
6-8 pm. Romance your sweetheart at Maui's most unique and romantic Valentine's event, the Sea of Love at Maui Ocean Center! This highly anticipated aquarium signature event promises an unforgettable evening, featuring semi-private seating, an exquisite menu and the beauty of Hawaii's marine life. $99 per person plus gratuity and tax. For reservations, call: (808) 270-7088
7:30 pm, Castle Theatre. This popular American band's musical travelogue will take you to Rio, Paris, Rome, Madrid and New York in a cocktail shaker mix of cabaret music. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
10am-5pm. Live entertainment, door prizes, food and beverage services, cake tasting, and fashion shows. Meet Photographers, Pastry Chefs, Caterers, Wedding Planners, Florists, Site Providers, Beauticians, and other wedding specialists. Sample tablescapes display trends for 2012 and 2013. A one-stop-shop to plan your wedding, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, and more! ADMISSION IS FREE. Brides who pre-register at www.mauiweddingassociation.com will receive a FREE issue of Hawaii Bride and Groom Magazine.
A valued tradition of more than 15 years, Art Affair is the Hui’s signature fundraising event, celebrating the importance of visual arts education in our Maui community. Held at the historic Kaluanui Estate, the evening features live music, dancing, a gourmet seated dinner, a live and silent auction, and an opportunity to meet a wonderful community of art supporters. Experience life in ancient Pompeii under the shadow of Mount Vesuvius with delicious Italian food, colorful frescoes and festive Roman garb. Tickets $175, $250. Call (808) 572-6560 to reserve your tickets today!
7:30 pm, McCoy Studio Theatre. Maui son, Jeff Peterson grew up on the slopes of Haleakala where he was introduced to Hawaiian music by his father, a paniolo. He has been featured on two Grammy Award winning records for Hawaiian Music in slack key compilations and recently released his seventh CD, Pure Slack Key. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
Theater companies from all over the Island, the State and the Mainland will present an eclectic blend of cutting edge one-act plays. This Theater marathon will run from noon to midnight with a new performance every hour! Individual shows are $10 per person. A VIP $50 pass entitles you and a guest to attend all performances.
7:30 pm, Castle Theatre. Filling the stage with wit, wonder, acrobatics and mime through characters such as a giant dinosaur, hungry anteaters, hitch-hiking rabbits, tricky penguins and growly polar bears, ZooZoo features the best of Imago’s acclaimed productions FROGZ and Biglittlethingscharacters. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
10 am - 3 pm. Please join us for an exciting Personal Appearance and Trunk Show featuring celebrity stylist and Maui designer -- Mona Lisa -- whose coveted designs have been donned by Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga and the cast of Twilight at the 2010 Golden Globes. For more information call 1-800-262-8440 or (808) 669-6200.
7:30 pm, McCoy Theatre. Grammy Award Winner George Kahumoku Jr. hosts Slack Key Masters each month and opens the show with his musical and storytelling talents. Dennis Kamakahi began learning art of slack key guitar playing at the age of 10 years old and has never stopped. It was his tenure with the Sons of Hawai‘i (1974-1995) that would lead him to become one of Hawai‘i’s most prolific composers of songs in the Hawaiian language. For tickets: www.mauiarts.org or call 242-SHOW (7469)
6:30 pm - 8:30pm. Pacific Whale Foundation’s marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam
Hawaii’s tidepools at night. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Please no slippers/flip flops. Refreshments will be provided.
We will meet at the Public Beach Access on the south side of the Mana Kai resort in South Kihei (just past the Kihei boat ramp); there is a sign that reads "Public Beach Access."
Adults $10, Children $5. Advance reservations required. Call (808) 249-8811, ext 1.
Kipahulu Ohana and Kipahulu Community Association in partnership with Halekala National Park are organizing a work day, Saturday, Feb. 19 to remove invasive African Tulip trees from around Kapahu Living Farm. Haleakala National Park is donating the use of their chipper and operator for the day, and volunteer workers are needed to help cut and haul trees and branches to the chipper. Chainsaws and operators are also needed. All workers should dress appropriately with gloves and footwear. We plan to start around 8:30 (but come any time to lend a hand for a while). Lunch and drinks will be provided. For more info please call Scott 248-8673, Seth -7561, Farley -4400 or Steph -7808.
6:30 pm - 8:30pm. Pacific Whale Foundation’s marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam
Hawaii’s tidepools at night. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Please no slippers/flip flops. Refreshments will be provided.
We will meet at the Public Beach Access on the south side of the Mana Kai resort in South Kihei (just past the Kihei boat ramp); there is a sign that reads "Public Beach Access."
Adults $10, Children $5. Advance reservations required. Call (808) 249-8811, ext 1.
Beginning February 19, the weeklong Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational brings together 25 of the nation's top plein air artists to capture Maui’s Upcountry vistas, pristine beaches, majestic mountains, and historic towns. The Invitational offers visitors and local residents the opportunity to watch the artists at work, learn about outdoor painting, and support art activities in the community. The weeklong Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational is interspersed with special events which are free and open to the public. Two plein air workshops will be held during the week by Jennifer McChristian and Billy O'Donnell. Both experienced teachers and renowned plein air painters, McChristian's workshop will be held Feb 15 - 17 and O'Donnell's Feb 28 - Mar 2. For more information, visit www.mauipleinairpainting.com
Saturday, February 19
Noon to 3 p.m. - Kick off Paint Out.
Artists begin the event with the Kick off Paint Out in Kapalua at Kapalua Bay and the D.T. Fleming Beach areas. The freshly painted works of art will be displayed for sale at 4 p.m. at Village Galleries in The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and throughout the week.
February 20 - 24
Artists Paint Maui on Location
Painters will be seen all over Maui capturing the unique Island landscape and
lifestyle.
Tuesday, February 21
7 p.m. - Jean Stern
Executive Director of The Irvine Museum in California and a recognized authority on California Impressionism will present a lecture at the Pioneer Inn, Lahaina. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, February 23
4 p.m. - 6 pm. Pacific’O Sunset Paint Out
Pacific’O Sunset Paint Out at Kamehameha Iki Park is another chance to see all of the artists in the same vicinity. The artists will gather at the popular beach park next to 505 Front Street to find inspiration in the sunset, beach scenes, and canoes on display in the park.
Friday, February 25
9 a.m. to 11 a.m. -Pioneer Inn Lahaina Harbor Quick Draw
The horn sounds at 9 a.m. sharp, and the artists have exactly two hours to complete a painting. The public has an opportunity to watch a painting being created from start to finish.
Friday, February 25
5 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Maui No Ka ‘Oi Magazine Gala Reception
100 paintings will be unveiled at the Maui No Ka ‘Oi magazine Gala Reception at The Village Gallery, 120 Dickenson Street in Lahaina. Awards will be given and art collectors and art lovers will have an opportunity to view and purchase the fresh work. Refreshments will be served.
Saturday, February 26
9 am - 11 am Coffee and Pastries with the Artists
The artists will replace paintings sold on Friday night, and the public will have one last chance to interact with all of the artists and purchase work from the event The Village Gallery. The show and sale ends at 9 pm that evening.