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Cultural Center Present the Candle- light Café and Cinema Arts & Cultural Center www.mauifi lmfestival.com Come early and enjoy pupus and drinks in the courtyard at the Candlelight CafÄ. Cinema screenings including critically acclaimed art-house, foreign, and documentary fi lms. Aside from the variety of movies, the Castle Theatre offers a classy alternative to the local megaplex. Check for other upcoming events at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center by going to www.mauiarts.org , or call (808)242-SHOW. The Shops at Wailea is a seaside, open air mall situated in gorgeous South Maui, which offers upscale retail, fi ne dining and galleries, along with the usual mall fare. Every Wednesday, they host fantastic live entertainment in their lower courtyard, including local hula halau and a wide variety of talented musicians. In honor of the event many of the shops, restaurants and galleries offer sales, artist appearances and demonstrations. Wailuku, aside from being the Maui County Seat, has a unique local charm. Maybe it's the historic buildings, old monkey pod trees or that bohemian meets plantation feel. Ambiance aside, it has a great variety of shops, cafÄ's and restaurants. Every fi rst Friday of the month, Wailuku merchants extend their hours and set up evening sidewalk sales, some restaurants also stay open for dinner. There are also food booths, lives bands, DJs, good company and lots, lots more. Also known as "The Art Capital of the Pacifi c," Lahaina has more galleries per capita than any other American town, and is ranked with the likes of Paris and New York. Every Friday night the public is invited to take a walk along Front Street and enjoy new openings, artist demonstrations, music, free champagne and refreshments. For more information and a walking map of galleries, contact the Lahaina Visitor Center. This is another great opportunity to experience Maui's archaeological past while making a positive contribution. The restoration group spends the morning eradicating invasive plants and cleaning up the area. Bring plenty of water, snacks and dress appropriately. Check out local art, crafts and music, along with island political action booths. and Entertainment This is a free hula show. This is a great opportunity to experience archaeological sites and make a difference. The Restoration group meets and spends the day eradicating the invasive plant species, and taking in Honokawai's breathtaking beauty and history. Bring plenty of water, snacks and dress appropriately. Visitors get a "Volunteering of Vacation-Maui" t-shirt. CommUnity Drum Circles This is an all ages, free, beach event. & Cultural Events Call for the latest community theater offerings at Wailuku's historic Iao Theater. This is an ongoing opportunity to check out local talents in everything from musicals, comedies and much more. This features fi lms at Dole Park and Hawaiian music at Ko`ele Lodge. Call the Lana`i Art Center for the full schedule. |