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/.

Tuesday, May 2: 
Santana.  Delivered with a level of passion and soul equal to the legendary sonic charge of his guitar, the sound of Carlos Santana is one of the world’s best‐known musical signatures.  For more than four decades—from Santana’s earliest days as a groundbreaking Afro‐Latin blues‐rock fusion outfit in San Francisco—Carlos has been the visionary force behind artistry that transcends musical genres and generational, cultural, and geographical boundaries.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, A & B Amphitheater, One Cameron Way, Kahului, 7: 30 p.m. Lawn Preshow opens at 4 p.m. for food & beverage service; Amphitheater gates open at 5 p.m. For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.

Saturday, April 29:
“Hā`upu”: A Hawaiian Opera. The epic story of Hina, the Helen of Hawai`i.  Students from Kamehameha Schools–Hawai`i Campus will showcase their talents in fine art, Hawaiian language, chant, solo and choral singing, dance, instrumental performance, and drama with a presentation of the Hawaiian language opera, “Hā`upu,” in the Castle Theater. “Hā`upu” is based on the legend of Hina and her son, Kana. Hina, an ali`i from Hilo, is kidnapped by Kapepe`ekauila, a rogue ali`i from the island of Moloka`i. In retaliation for this outrageous kidnapping, Hina’s sons Kana and Nīheu mount an attack on Kapepe`ekauila’s fortress on the north shore of Moloka`i on the cliffs of Hā`upu.  While the daring rescue is being conceived and carried out, Hina unexpectedly begins to fall in love with her captor, Kapepe`ekauila. In the end, Hina is saved by her sons and Kapepe`ekauila is vanquished, although the true fate of Hina’s love for the Moloka`i ali`i is unknown.  The Opera will be presented entirely in the Hawaiian language. The event program will include a synopsis of the story, and details of each act for all attendees.  Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Castle Theater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Saturday, April 29:
East Maui Taro Festival.  The Festival features all day Hula and Music, local Arts & Crafts, a Farmers Market with all types of Taro for sale- from huli to potted plants to Kulolo and fresh poi; a nonprofits info tent, hands-on cultural activities such as poi pounding, lauhala weaving, kapa/tapa cloth making, 20 Food Booths, each with a main taro dish or side. Admission is free. Hana Ballpark, corner of Hauoli Rd. & Uakea Rd., Hana.  For information call (808) 264-1553 or visit http://www.tarofestival.org/.

Friday, April 28:
Maui Hawaiian Steel Guitar Festival.  This free event features master Hawaiian steel guitar players from around the world performing and teaching the only instrument thought to be indigenous to Hawai`i.  Open stage performances take place both days, with music performed by Hawaiian steel guitar bands from Hawai`i, the US mainland and Japan. Saturday workshop topics will include Beginning Hawaiian Steel Guitar, Steel Guitar Tips, Steel Guitar Styles, Hawaiian Style Singing, and Hula.  Kanikapila (jam sessions) follow evening performances, and the public is welcome to participate. Bring your own instruments.  Ka`anapali Beach Hotel, 2525 Ka`anapali Pkwy., Lahaina; Queen Ka`ahumanu Center, 275 W. Ka`ahumanu Ave., Kahului.   For more information call (808) 238-3476 or visit http://www.mauisteelguitarfestival.com/.

Thursday, April 27:
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/.

Saturday, April 22: 
Haiku Ho`olaule`a and Flower Festival.  The Maui community and visitors alike are invited to spend the day, bring their families and lawn chairs and join the Haiku community to enjoy live entertainment, culinary delights from local restaurants and the Haiku PTA, the famous Haiku bake sale, one of the largest silent auctions on Maui, floral design and lei making contests, a Haiku historical display, plenty of activities for Keiki and much more. Haiku Elementary School, 105 Pauwela Rd., Haiku.  9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Free admission.  For information call (808) 727-3750 or visit http://haikuhoolaulea.org/.

Saturday, April 22:
Love the West Maui Greenway Day.  This free, family-friendly event will include Hawaiian music and entertainment, fitness classes, children’s activities, educational booths and more. This event is to help raise awareness for the West Maui Greenway project, a proposed 25-mile, multi-use pathway along Maui’s Western shore. Tentative Schedule: Get Fit the Green Way 9 a.m. to 12 noon: Yoga by Good Karma Yoga, fun fitness activities, hula hooping, keiki bike rodeo, keiki art project, guided Greenway exploration rides and walks. Greenway Entertainment 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.:  Hula show by Old Lahaina Luau, music with Melinda Caroll, Hawaiian music by Anthony Pfluke, keiki dance show, music by Fred’s Garage and more. This event is free and open to all ages. Lahaina Civic Center, 1840 Hono`api`ilani Hwy., Lahaina.  9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  For information and full event schedule call (808) 633-8553, ext. 101, or visit http://www.westmauigreenway.org/events.html.

Friday, April 21:
Starry Night Cinema: “SING”.  Bring a low-back beach chair and/or a blanket and spread out on the lawn for a special screening of “SING!”  Come early and enjoy preshow entertainment, participate in an art activity for the kids, purchase food and drinks from local food trucks, and enter a prize giveaway.  Free family fun. If it’s rainy, the movie will be shown in the Castle Theater; seating is first come/first served. No coolers or outside food/beverages allowed.  Maui Arts & Cultural Theater, A&B Amphitheater, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului.  For tickets and information call (808) 242-7469 or visit http://mauiarts.org/.

Friday – Sunday, April 14 – 16:
Celebration of the Arts.  The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua will convene Hawai`i’s most reputable artisans, educators, cultural practitioners, speakers and entertainers, The theme for the 2017 event is “Wahi Mahalo…A Universal Thank You” in honor of the 25th anniversary of Celebration of the Arts. Most events are complimentary. For the most current information call (808) 665-7084 or visit www.celebrationofthearts.org.