Sunday, August 6: 
America. The power and poignancy of America’s musical imagery catapulted the group to the top of the charts in the 70s. Of America’s albums, six have been certified gold and/or platinum, and their top tunes, which include “A Horse With No Name,”  “I Need You”,  “Don’t Cross the River,” “Tin Man,”  “Lonely People,”  and “Sister Golden Hair,” were cornerstones of 1970s Top 40 and FM rock radio. From effects-laden rockers to soul-bearing ballads, America incorporates a flawless blend of disparate genres and styles, as wide open as the great American plains. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org.

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 4 & 5:  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 11 & 12:  Lahaina Hongwanji Mission. 551 Wainee St., Lahaina.  Service 6:30 p.m., Dancing 7:30 p.m.  For information call (808) 661-0640.
• Saturday, August 19:  Paia Rinzai Zen, 120 Alawai Rd., Paia.  Service 6 p.m., Dancing 7 p.m.  For information call (808) 268-2209.
• Saturday, August 26:  Kula Shofukuji Mission, 113 Puanani Pl., 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 4 – Wailuku, on Market Street; August 11 – Lahaina, on Front Street; August 18 – Makawao, on Makawao and Baldwin Avenues; August 25 – on South Kihei Rd., Azeka Shopping Center 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/.

Thursday. August 31:
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/.

Every Wednesday and Thursday:
Maui Humane Society’s Beach Buddies Volunteer 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.  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”.  August 2 – Led Kaapana; August 9 – Nathan Aweau; August 16 – Stephen Inglis; August 23 – Kawika Kahiapo; August 30 – Mark Yamanaka. 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. For tickets and information call (888) 669-3858 or visit http://www.slackkeyshow.com/.

Saturday, August 26: 
Observe & Play Family Day:  Spineless Exhibit.  Parents and children are invited to the Schaefer International Gallery to see the exhibit and make a sea creature to take home.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Schaefer International Gallery, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  10 a.m. to 12 noon.  Free admission.  For more information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Weekends, August 25 – September 3:
MAPA Live presents The Hunchback of Notre Dame.  The famous love story of Quasimodo and Esmeralda comes to life on a grand scale in this re-imagining of Victor Hugo’s tale of hope, acceptance, and what it means to be a hero.  With a lush score featuring songs from the beloved Academy Award-nominated Disney film, this captivating new musical is the only stage collaboration between two giants of American musical theatre: Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid) and Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin).  Due to mature language & themes, this show is recommended for ages 12 and up.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  7:30 p.m.  For tickets, show times and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org.

Weekends, July 14 through August 6: 
Maui Onstage Presents: 9 to 5 The Musical.  With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.  Historic Iao Theatre, 68 N Market St., Wailuku.  Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays & Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays.  For tickets and information visit http://mauionstage.com/.