Saturday, August 18:
Maui Calls 2018: In Celebration of Hula.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s signature gala event begins with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music serenade. Mix, mingle, and taste delectable pūpū created by chefs from stellar Maui restaurants and specialty food purveyors.  Enjoy premium wines served by vintners from boutique wineries around the world and dance the night away to live music. Silent and live auctions offer the chance to bid on hundreds of items, from fabulous Hawai`i staycations and fine wines to “uniquely Maui” items, such as special house parties and “uniquely MACC” items, like autographed music instruments & more. Wrap up the evening with music & dancing under the glowing roof of the MACC’s Yokouchi Pavilion. All attendees must be over age 21 with valid photo ID.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  Tickets start at $195 per person.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or http://mauiarts.org

Tuesday, August 14:
Benefit Night for the Birds.  Get one of the many delicious flatbreads at Flatbread Company in Paia and a portion of the profits will go to the conservation of Maui’s native birds. There will be a small silent auction as well, full of fun bird items, gift certificates, and local art.   Maui Forest Birds is dedicated to the conservation and research of rare and endangered bird species on Maui.   Flatbread uses organic and locally produced ingredients and is willing to raise funds for organizations dedicated to helping Maui’s community. Flatbread Company, 89 Hana Hwy., Paia.  5 to 10 p.m.  For information call (808) 573-0280 or visit http://www.mauiforestbirds.org/.

Friday – Sunday, August 10 – 12: 
Albatross – A One-Man Play.  Written and performed as a rollicking sea yarn, Albatross is a fast-paced stage show that explores themes of regret, isolation, and the interconnected relationship between humans and the natural world.  Taking inspiration from Coleridge’s Mariner, an 18th century sailor who is cursed with immortality and thrust into the modern world, the play delivers a profound message about the effect of our thoughtless actions on all living things. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului.  Times vary.  For tickets and information, call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org.

Saturday, August 4: 
Seed to Cup Coffee Festival.  There is a full line up of activities, workshops, food, entertainment and lots of fun.  Coffee Brewing and Roasting will be demonstrated throughout the day and the talented Chef’s at Mill House Restaurant will be serving up coffee inspired food for sale from11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.   Kohola Brewery will also be selling their Mean Bean Brew – Beer made with 100% Maui Coffee. There will be displays and demonstrations of coffee processing equipment and many award-winning coffee farmers selling their coffees.  Don’t miss the Barista Throw-down competition, sponsored this year by Maui Coffee Roasters.  The Throw-down takes place from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Chef’s Table. Local baristas from across the state challenge one another in a head to head, free-pour latte art competition.  Lots of prizes and action!  The newest lineup of activities includes “Taste the Roast.” This interactive event was created to shed light on the many talented coffee roasters of Maui.  Attendees will gather to taste several roast profiles and vote for their favorite coffee.  All of the roasters will use the same coffee origin, just various roast profiles.  The finale is the popular Coffee Fashion Show, showcasing hand-made coffee themed costumes.  Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy., Wailuku. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. For more information call (808) 280-1623 or visit http://mauicoffeeassociation.blogspot.com/.

Throughout the Month of August: 
Obon Dance & Festival.  The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.  Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below:

• Friday & Saturday, August 3 & 4:  Wailuku Hongwanji Mission.  1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku.  Service 6:45 p.m., Dancing 8 p.m.  For information call (808) 244-0406.
• Friday & Saturday, August 10 & 11:  Lahaina Hongwanji Mission. 551 Waine`e St., Lahaina.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-0640.
• Saturday, August 18:  Paia Rinzai Zen, 120 Alawai Rd., Paia.  Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 579-9921.
• Saturday, August 25:  Kula Shofukuji Mission, 53 Upper Kula Rd., Kula. Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-0466.

Every Friday:
Maui Friday Town Parties. Enjoy food, live entertainment, shopping and art. Many retailers, galleries, and boutiques operate extended hours and highlight special promotions. Crafters, artisans and culinary wizards add their creativity to the event.  6 to 9 p.m.  August 3 – Wailuku, on Market Street; August 10 – Lahaina, on Front Street; August 17 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; August 24 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center, August 31 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lana`i Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

Every Friday: 
Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum.  Step back in time and visit the Baldwin Home Museum with a tour by candle light. Tours include free light refreshments on the lanai. Tours take place on the half hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Located on the corner of Front and Dickenson Street in the heart of historic Lahaina. Admission: $7 per person/$5 Senior Citizens (65+), Military and Kama`aina; children 12 & under free.  For information visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.

Weekends, July 13 – August 5:
Maui Onstage Presents, Singin’ in the Rain.  The “Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted for the stage. Singin’ in the Rain has all the makings of a Tinseltown tabloid headline; the starlet, the leading man and a love affair that could change lives and make or break careers. In silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item but, behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen. Meanwhile, Lina’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career in “talking pictures” without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her.  Historic Iao Theater, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku.  Fridays & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday Matinees 3 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-6969 or visit http://mauionstage.com/.

Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Visitor Program. Do you miss having a dog to spend your day with? Visitors and residents can sign up to take a homeless dog out for the day from the Maui Humane Society animal shelter. The shelter is easy to find as it is conveniently located in Pu`unene (central Maui) on Mokulele Hwy., between Kihei/Wailea and Kahului. Program participants will pick “their dog” up at 10 a.m. and bring them back no later than 3 p.m. MHS provides all of the supplies, you just provide the fun! Advance registration is mandatory as space is often filled weeks in advance. Register online at http://www.mauihumanesociety.org/.

Every Wednesday: 
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.  Enjoy renowned slack key masters who are true ambassadors of their music, their culture and their land for an evening of traditional Hawaiian songs and authentic “talk-story”.  August 1 – Led Kaapana; August 8 – George Kahumoku; August 15 – Jeff Peterson; August 22 – Kawika Kahiapo; August 29 – Nathan Aweau. Seating is limited. Dinner/Show packages are available. Located at the Sea House Restaurant at the Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 Lower Honoapi`ilani Hwy., Napili. Doors open 6:45 p.m., show begins 7:30 p.m., event ends at 9:30. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit http://www.slackkeyshow.com/