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Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert

Maui

Every Wednesday: 
Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Concert.
  Host and slack key guitar master George Kahumoku, Jr. is joined by various 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”.  December 1 – Led Kaapana; December 6 – Led Kaapana; December 13 – Sonny Lim; December 20 – Kawika Kahiapo; December 27 – Herb Ohta Jr. & Jon Yamasato. 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/.

Grammy Winner Kalani Pe`a Performs Live at QKC’s “Let it Snow!”

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Tuesday, December 5: 
Grammy Winner Kalani Pe`a Performs Live at QKC’s “Let it Snow!”
  Snowflakes will descend on Queen Ka`ahumanu Center’s center court as Pe`a sings his original compositions, classics and debuts his new holiday song to the community and visitors. Realistic snowfall effect is created with millions of snow-like “bubbles” that look and act like real snow in every way transforming QKC’s center court into a giant snow globe. Each snowfall show lasts for approximately ten minutes and early arrivals receive free Starbucks hot chocolate. For more information, call the Guest Service Desk at (808) 877-4325 or visit www.queenkaahumanucenter.com.

Lahaina Craft Fair

Maui

Sundays, throughout the Month of December: 
Lahaina Craft Fair.
  Great art, jewelry, gifts and crafts will be available for purchase.  Lahaina Gateway Mall, 305 Keawe St., Lahaina.  9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  For information visit http://www.mauigiftandcraftfair.com/.

Holiday Pops Featuring Na Leo Pilimehana

Maui

Sunday, December 3:
Holiday Pops Featuring Na Leo Pilimehana.
  Under the baton of Music Director James Durham, the Maui Pops Orchestra invites you to ring in the holiday season with a festive concert featuring 22-time Na Hoku Hanohano award winners, Na Leo Pilimehana.  Enjoy some of their most-loved songs of the islands, as well as many holiday favorites. Allow the beauty of it all to draw you into the spirit of the season. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 3 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Eric Church & Friends

Maui

Saturday, December 2:
Eric Church & Friends.
  Enjoy an acoustic evening of music with country superstar, Eric Church, and special guests, Maren Morris (photo right), Jon Pardi, Randy Houser, Ed Roland of Collective Soul, and Maui’s own Lily Meola.  The concert will be hosted by national radio broadcaster Storme Warren.  Eric Church & Friends will be an acoustic performance filled with songs and stories similar to Eric Church’s shows with capacity crowds at Colorado’s famed Red Rocks Amphitheater and Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Yokouchi Pavilion and A&B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului. 5 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Let it Snow!

Maui

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, December 2 – 23: 
Let it Snow! 
 Back by popular demand, Queen Ka`ahumanu Center will once again transform into a giant snow globe with its award-winning “Let it Snow!” snowfall experience. Snowflakes will descend on Queen Ka`ahumanu Center’s center promenade during its “Let it Snow” shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m.  Each snowfall show will last for ten minutes orchestrated to festive, holiday music with keiki snowflake wands and free Starbucks hot chocolate for early arrivals served by jingle ambassadors. For a list of snow music themes, updated schedule or more information on contests, call the Guest Service Desk at (808) 877-4325 or visit www.queenkaahumanucenter.com.

Maui Chamber Orchestra Presents it’s Holiday Concert: A Classical Christmas

Maui

Sunday, December 17:
Maui Chamber Orchestra Presents it’s Holiday Concert: A Classical Christmas. 
Get in the Spirit of the Season.   Directed by Conductor Robert E. Wills, the program features J.S. Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, Cantatas 1 and 2, with the Maui Chamber Orchestra Chorus; Telemann’s Concerto for 3 trumpets, 2 oboes and timpani; Charpentier’s Noels Pour Les Instruments; and Warlock’s Capriol Suite.  Conversation with the Conductor at 1:30 pm, free to all ticket holders. Iao Theater, 68 N. Market St., Wailuku.  3 p.m. & 5 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 214-6371 or visit http://mauionstage.com/.

Candlelit Tours at the Baldwin Home Museum

Maui

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/.

Maui Friday Town Parties

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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.  December 1 – Wailuku, on Market Street; December 8 – Lahaina, on Front Street; December 15 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; December 22 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center; December 29 – Lana`i City, Island of Lana`i, around Dole Park, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.  For transportation packages to Lanai Friday Town Party, visit http://go-lanai.com/.  For more information on Maui Town Parties, visit http://mauifridays.com/.

Hawaiian Music Series

Maui

Thursday. November 30:
Hawaiian Music Series. 
Relax under the stars and enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians. Chairs are limited and blankets, mats, and low beach chairs are welcome. The Baldwin Home Museum is located in the heart of Lahaina, on the corner of Front and Dickenson Streets, Lahaina. 6 to 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-3262 or visit http://lahainarestoration.org/.