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MLS: 349064 Pictures: 18 more. Price: $849,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kapalua Type: Vacant Land Address: 105 Keoawa Place $50,000 price reduction! Lowest priced Honolua Ridge parcel with incredible views across the blue Pacific to Molokai. This beautiful property with 1.165 acres of gentle slope buildable area is located among some of the grandest homes on Maui, and within the gated community of Plantation Estates. The property photos are taken from all 4 corners of this mostly rectangular parcel, and a home properly placed will have gorgeous views of Honolua Bay! All utilities are underground and stubbed to the site. With architectural review and approval one may build a main home, guest house and a third 'non dwelling' structure. Views are forever, and all amenities are within close proximity. Kapalua has it all - some of the best beaches in the world (Conde Nast, Dr. Beach), world class restaurants, tennis, shopping, zip line adventures and two of the highest rated golf courses in the U.S. The Plantation Golf Course is the home of the inaugaral PGA tournament each year where the best players compete for the coveted title. This is truly the place where you will want to build your dream home. Photos also include more of what Kapalua has to offer; beautiful beaches, outstanding golf and miles of outstanding hiking trails!

MLS: 350697 Pictures: 3 more. Price: $1,225,000 Fee Simple List Date: January 01, 2012 (DOM:34) District: Kaanapali Type: Single Family Address: 87 Hakui Loop Beds: 4 Baths: 4.00 This great Kaanapali Hillside home has 4 Bedrooms, with an optional 5th bedroom or office space (the space is currently being used as a huge walk-in closet), and 4 full baths. The design is a spacious split level, with mountain views, and some ocean views from the upper level. The upper level features open beam ceilings, large great room with open kitchen, dining and living room, plus a master suite with full bathroom, and 1 bathrooms. The lower level features a wonderful family room, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. This home is perfect for an extended family, or room mates wanting a good separation between upstairs and downstairs space. 2 of the downstairs bedrooms plus the family room, lead out to the huge pool and entertaining area. The pool level sits above the street level so that you have privacy. Central air conditioning upstairs, split level air conditioning system downstairs, 2 car garage with individual electric garage doors, security alarm system. Curb appeal has been enhanced by a stone wall and planter area. All rooms are generously sized. The mountain side of this property is undeveloped and the views up the mountain are exquisite! Compare our price to the general market and see the value. Kaanapali Hillside is a well established neighborhood with close proximity to the main area of Kaanapali and it's wonderful beaches and golf courses. Please respect the privacy of the tenants. Property will be vacant by March 1, 2012. New Photos will be uploaded by early February.

MLS: 349067 Pictures: 29 more. Price: $1,450,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Lahaina Type: Single Family Address: 550 Kai Hele Ku St Beds: 2 Baths: 1.50 Over 2 acres with a charming plantation cottage with ocean and mountain views. The cottage has central A/C. This parcel of land is gently sloping and rectangular in shape, and can be CPR'ed in this phase of Launiupoko. The south boundary is adjacent to stream bed land so the views are protected. The building site for the main home is generously sized and flat. The Seller has plans for main home of over 3,000 sq ft plus 3 car garage and large covered lanais. Live in the cottage while you build main residence and then rent cottage for income. Launiupoko is located just South of the town of Lahaina - and residents enjoy the benefits of larger land parcels, amazing views, and easy proximity to town. Miles of walking and hiking trails, horseback riding in designated areas, this truly is a gem of a location on Maui! Showings by appointment only.

MLS: 349062 Pictures: 29 more. Price: $3,850,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kapalua Type: Single Family Address: 197 Plantation Club Drive Beds: 4 Baths: 5.00 $350,000 Price Reduction! Welcome to Plantation Estates. This elegant home with gated entry is situated on 2 acres within the prestigious Plantation Estates at Kapalua Resort, Maui Hawaii. Enjoy wonderful views of the ocean and the island of Molokai from the interior of this home, or from the gorgeous infinity pool with waterfall and spa. Modern gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, media room, great room with soaring 20 foot ceilings, beautiful spiral staircase to the upstairs master suite and additional living areas. Multiple large covered lanais provide tranquil areas to relax and absorb Maui's incredible views and ambiance. Plans for a full remodel from Dennis Harmon, A.I.A. (the original architect for this home) may be available to Buyer subject to Seller and Architect approval. This sale is subject to Court Confirmation - this is not a foreclosure or a short sale!

MLS: 349156 Pictures: 28 more. Price: $294,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 18, 2011 (DOM:170) District: Napili/Kahana/Honokowai Type: Condo Building: Paki Maui I II Unit: 117 Address: 3601 Lower Honoapiilani Rd Beds: 1 Baths: 1.00 This A rated one bedroom unit is in the on-site Aston Rental Program and is frequently booked. Enjoy the ideal location of Paki Maui between the exclusive Kaanapali and Kapalua Resorts. This unit is one of the best values on the Kaanapali coast. Paki Maui 117 is ground floor with easy access to the ocean and ocean side pool. The view from this courtyard setting is of lush tropical gardens and the main water feature which cascades into the Japanese koi pond. The main oceanfront grass common area is a wonderful location to relax on a lounge chair and enjoy amazing views of Molokai and Lanai. There is a sea wall fronting the ocean at this property with dedicated steps down to the ocean, along with a beautifully maintained pool and spa area, and outdoor covered bbq area with table and chairs for your family and friends to enjoy. Live your dream - make it Maui!

MLS: 349063 Pictures: 28 more. Price: $595,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kapalua Type: Condo Building: Kapalua Ridge Unit: 1812 Address: 100 Ridge Road Beds: 1 Baths: 2.00 If you love watching golf and expansive views, this location will give you hours of joy. This condo overlooks the 7th hole of the famed Kapalua Bay Golf Course, and offers gorgeous mountain views, plus ocean views off the lanai. The unit renovations include the kitchen, flooring, cabinets, and the second bathroom. The sale includes all furnishings in the unit. The location of the 18 building is very private at the end of a cul-de-sac high on the hill, and is bordered by the 7th hole and 8th fairway of the Bay Course. The Kapalua Villas rental program, managed by Outrigger Resorts, keeps this property well occupied. Kapalua Resort is home to 12 residential communities comprised of condominium and single family home neighborhoods, The Ritz Carlton Hotel, 2 championship golf courses managed by Troon Golf Management, Kapalua Golf Academy, Tennis facility, many award winning restaurants, miles of oceanfront walking trails and mountain hiking trails with stunning views to the Resort and islands of Molokai and Lanai. The Resort amenities are world class!

MLS: 349066 Pictures: 25 more. Price: $1,150,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kaanapali Type: Condo Building: Vintage at Kaanapali Unit: 127 Address: 127 Kualapa Place Beds: 3 Baths: 2.50 Here is the home of your dreams with ocean and sunset views across the Kaanapali Kai Golf Course to the blue Pacific with Lanai as a backdrop! Perhaps even better is that this is a free standing condo-home so you don't have the maintenance worries generally associated with home ownership. Situated on the 10th fairway of the golf course, amenities include a luxurious pool, jacuzzi spa, barbeque area and club area with kitchen and restrooms that can be reserved for private parties. The Vintage is a unique collection of 73 one and two story detached home condominiums, and is a quiet enclave above the famed Kaanapali Beach hotels. This is a gated community located within walking distance to world class beaches,golf, restaurants and shopping. Our seller has had the interior painted and professionally decorated with an elegant island theme and the property is vacant and very easy to show!

MLS: 349902 Pictures: 23 more. Price: $1,150,000 Fee Simple List Date: October 24, 2011 (DOM:103) District: Kapalua Type: Condo Building: Kapalua Bay Villas II Unit: 29B4 Address: 500 Bay Drive Beds: 1 Baths: 1.00 Here is an amazing Bay Villas unit with great ocean views ideally located within the Kapalua Bay Villas complex and priced at an exceptional value. This property has been beautifully renovated and professionally decorated to meet the standards of the Kapalua Villas Gold program. The home has an upgraded A/C system that has been separately vented to bring in fresh air. The master bath was remodeled to have a separate shower and tub. The unit location gives more weather protection than other locations. This Bridge Level unit has no stairs, and has easy access to ample parking for this building. Amenities at the Bay Villas include access to the 3 beaches within Kapalua Resort, swimming pools, tennis courts, BBQ's and the on-site management office. Kapalua Resort amenities include world class golf, tennis, miles of hiking trails, the Kapalua Spa and Ritz Carlton Hotel and Spa, outstanding dining venues, owner membership opportunities in the Kapalua Club, and shuttle service throughout the Resort. This is island resort living at it's best!

MLS: 349068 Pictures: 24 more. Price: $1,550,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kapalua Type: Condo Building: Kapalua Bay Villas II Unit: 31 G 3,4,5 Address: 500 Bay Drive Beds: 2 Baths: 3.00 Kapalua Bay Villas 31 G 3-5 is an exquisitely decorated ocean view condo priced at an exceptional value. Our seller has spared no expense in refurbishing the entire condo. This ground floor Villa has been completely remodeled in 2009, professionally decorated and exceeds the standards of the Kapalua Villas Gold Program. There is a 'no stairs' access to this Villa from the road for those who find stairs a difficulty - a big plus for the Baby Boomer generation! This property has an ocean view from every room and the cul-de-sac location of this building offers privacy. If you like tennis, there are two courts for the exclusive use of Bay Villas owners and guests located close by. Amenities at the Bay Villas include easy access to Kapalua Bay and Oneloa Bay beaches along the incredible oceanfront walking path, two swimming pools, tennis courts, BBQ's and on-site office. Kapalua Resort amenities include world class golf managed by Troon Golf, tennis, miles of hiking trails, three beaches, shopping, outstanding dining venues include the Ritz Carlton Hotel Kapalua, membership opportunities in the Kapalua Club, shuttle service throughout the Resort and access to the state of the art 30,000 square foot Kapalua Spa located just a short walk from this property. This is island resort living at it's best!

MLS: 349069 Pictures: 20 more. Price: $2,099,000 Fee Simple List Date: August 11, 2011 (DOM:177) District: Kapalua Type: Condo Building: The Ritz Hotel Suites Unit: 1614-16 Address: 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr Beds: 2 Baths: 2.00 The owners of this beautiful, spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath Residential Suite condominium in the world class Kapalua Resort Ritz Carlton Hotel are offering to sell at an incredible value. Located on the sixth floor, with your view oriented towards the Banyan Tree restaurant, pool and the island of Molokai, this is a perfect property location relaxing and enjoying from your private lanai. If you are interested in renting the property, the configuration of this floor plan allows an owner separation between the two bedrooms by locking off the 1 bedroom, 1 bath full suite from the studio/bedroom 1 bath suite, thereby maximizing rental revenue. Kapalua's Ritz Carlton completed a $180 million transformation of the Hotel in 2007, offering 463 fully renovated guestrooms, including 107 Residential Suites. This Suite features dark wood floors, travertine marble bathrooms, flat-screen LCD televisions and Hawaiian inspired artwork. Amenities associated with ownership at the Ritz Hotel are numerous: The Ritz Spa features treatment rooms with private garden showers, volcanic stone grottos, steam rooms, saunas and movement studio with spectacular ocean views. The Jean-Michel Cousteau Ambassadors of the Environment program offers a variety of outdoor activities with trained naturalists. The Resort also features six restaurants, renovated meeting space, a children's pool and luxury cabanas. The Ritz Carlton, Kapalua is located on 54 acres in the midst of the 23,000 acre Kapalua Resort, featuring two championship golf courses, over 80 miles of hiking and walking paths, the Adventure Center with zip lines and challenge courses, the Kapalua Golf Academy, the Tennis Center, several award winning restaurants, 12 residential communities. Kapalua Resort, and The Ritz Carlton, is truly an oasis of outstanding natural beauty, luxury resort services and Hawaiian aloha spirit.

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Hui No'eau Annual Juried Exhibition 2012
January 7, 2012 to February 19, 2012

	Address:	2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI 96768
	Place:	The Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center - Exhibition Gallery
	Contact:	Hui No'eau
	Phone:	808-572-6560
	This prestigious competition offers an opportunity to view current work of local & mainland artists in all media, including ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, photography, jewelry, digital imagery, fiber, painting, and wood. Nationally renowned guest jurors include respected curators and artists from Maui, Hawai‘i and beyond, offering a different perspective for a unique show every year. Join the Hui in celebrating art and artists! -Hui No'eau
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Freda Payne in Concert
February 2, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 PM
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - McCoy Studio Theater
	Admission:	$30
	Contact:	MACC
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Maui Invitational Music Festival presents singer and actress Freda Payne in concert. Best known for her 1970 hit single “Band of Gold,” Payne has also appeared in films, television and on Broadway. She has worked with such luminaries as Quincy Jones, Pearl Bailey and Bill Cosby, recorded 21 albums and toured around the world. Her acting credits include stage productions of Ain’t Misbehavin’’ with Della Reese and movies such as The Nutty Professor II and The Klumps. In 2009 Payne appeared on the popular TV show American Idol and sang her multi-million selling hit, “Band of Gold.” She joined Kanye West, Celine Dion, Tony Bennett, Barbra Streisand and many more artists in 2010 to record the remake of “We Are The World” for Haiti Relief. Vocalists Sheryl Renee and Clay Mortensen will open the show with classic duets. Enjoy a gospel choir tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in McCoy Courtyard at 6:30 pm. -MACC
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JUDY'S GANG in Dance Jeopardy
February 4, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:00 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$10 - $14
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Enjoy a fun and lively interactive entertainment experience! Play along with Judy’s Gang and take your best guess at the Jeopardy questions to reveal the clues that bring you to the dances. It could be all about Elvis, the Jacksons, a megamix from Grease or many other show surprises. Tap and jazz dancers from age 3 to seasoned citizens will provide the answers through their spirited tap and jazz moves. Dance Jeopardy is produced, directed and choreographed by Judy Ridolfino. -MACC
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Martha Graham Dance Company
February 7, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$12 - $55
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	The oldest dance company in America, Martha Graham Dance Company has been a leader in the development of contemporary dance since its founding in 1926. Graham and her company expanded contemporary dance’s vocabulary of movement and forever altered the scope of the art form by rooting works in contemporary social, political, psychological and sexual contexts. In this production, entitled Prelude and Revolt, you’ll see a montage of Graham’s work with narration, providing a history of this iconic artist. It charts the era when Martha Graham burst onto the scene and brings her company to the present day. -MACC
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Maui Film Festival presents Yogawoman
February 8, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$20 - $64
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	YOGAWOMAN travels to nine nations around the world to show how women, led by a new generation of dynamic female teachers, including Patricia Walden, Seane Corn, Shiva Rea, are replacing the formerly dominant, rigid style of yoga with a distinctly feminine practice that honors intuition, family, flow, connection, community, activism and the cyclical nature of our lives. Together, they have created a global phenomenon that has changed the face of yoga forever. Narrated by Academy Award nominee Annette Bening. A fundraiser for Women Helping Women, whose mission is to end domestic violence through advocacy, education and prevention, and to offer safety, support and empowerment to women and children who are victims of domestic violence. A complimentary yoga class for attendees is planned for 6 to 7 pm on the A&B Amphitheater lawn. Maui Film Festival's intention is to set a new record for the largest yoga class held in Hawai'i. -MACC
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Slack Key Masters - Ledward Ka'apana
February 9, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - McCoy Studio Theater
	Admission:	$25 - $45
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Grammy Award winner George Kahumoku, Jr opens the show with his musical and storytelling talents. Special guest Led Ka'apana is known as the Hawaiian “grand master” of stringed instruments, particularly slack key guitar. His extraordinary baritone and leo ki‘e ki‘e (falsetto) voice have made him a musical legend, while his easy-going style and kolohe (rascal) charm have made him a favorite of audiences from Brussels to his birthplace on the Big Island.  -MACC
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Szymanowski Quartet
February 9, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$12 - $40
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Founded in Warsaw in 1995, the Szymanowski Quartet has developed into one of the most exceptional international string quartets of its generation. The chamber group’s extraordinarily high standard has garnered them prizes at the Osaka International Chamber Music Competition and at the Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition. In 2007 the Polish government awarded them the Medal of Honor for their service to Polish culture.  -MACC
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Keali'i Reichel & Halau Ke'alaokamaile in Kukahi 2012
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$12 - $55
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Renowned as one of Hawai‘i’s most popular recording artists, Keali‘i is the award-winning kumu hula of Halau Ke‘alaokamaile. His music, chant and hula represent the best of Hawai‘i‘s traditional and contemporary poetry and dance today. His halau has brought home top awards from the prestigious hula competition, Merrie Monarch Festival, and he has won multiple Na Hoku Hanohano Awards for his music in addition to a top spot on world music charts. Kukahi is his annual halau fundraiser at the MACC.  -MACC
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Happily Ever After
February 13, 2012

	Address:	68 North Market St, Wailuku, HI 96793
	Time:	6:30 p.m.
	Place:	Iao Theater
	Admission:	Free
	Phone:	(808) 242-6969
	The perfect Valentine – a little romance with a dash of comedy and a little song and dance! Garrow Partners follow up from last year’s smash Valentine’s Day presentation. Bring your love or maybe find a little romance at the Historic Iao Theater. Featuring: Beth and Lee Garrow, Gracie Clark, Ute Finch, Sharleen Lagatutta, Dylan Bode, Reuben Carrion and Alexis and Steven Dascoulias.  -Maui on Stage
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Rasta Thomas' Dance Stars with Bad Boys of Dance
February 16, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$12 - $40
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	International ballet star and original bad boy, Rasta Thomas, founded The Bad Boys of Dance in 2007. Today, the company, comprised of the most talented and versatile young male dancers in the world, brings its magic to the masses, having performed for over 500,000 fans worldwide in over 500 shows. These amazing, athletic “hybrids” of dance can do it all, from ballet to tap and hip hop. Their mission is to push the boundaries of male dancing and deliver exciting, accessible and entertaining dance shows.  -MACC
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Pink Martini
February 17, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$35 - $65
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	This highly acclaimed American band offers an urban musical travelogue in its shows from samba in Rio to cabaret music in Paris. Pink Martini performs a multilingual repertoire on concert stages throughout Europe, Asia, Greece, Turkey, the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand and North America. Enjoy vocals by China Forbes, and dance!  -MACC
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Hawaii Unite Music Festival with Third World
February 19, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	4:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Pavilion/Amphitheater
	Admission:	$35 - $40
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Hawai'i Unite is a music filled concert in celebration of the latest Mana Maoli CD. International reggae superstars Third World and Tarrus Riley will rock the house along with an all-star line-up of local artists who have contributed to the Mana Maoli CD Project. Performing artists include John Cruz, Paula Fuga, Mike Love, Lopaka Colon and Maui natives Anuhea, Innavision and Kapali Keahi. Get ready to stand up for an evening of great music with a positive message of unity and aloha.  -MACC
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Trey McIntyre Dance Project
February 23, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$12 - $40
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	One of the most sought-after choreographers working today, Trey McIntyre has created a canon of more than 80 works for companies such as American Ballet Theatre, Stuttgart Ballet, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and New York City Ballet. In 2008, he officially formed the highly acclaimed Trey McIntyre Project based in Idaho. Trey says, “Our goal is to use the inherent beauty of ballet vocabulary to create dances that authentically and clearly convey the emotion and grace of life’s journey, while meaningfully engaging audiences in the experience.”  -MACC
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Starry Night Cinema - Dolphin Tale
February 24, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	5:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Pavilion/Amphitheater
	Admission:	Free
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	Free fun for families, this new event showcases the heartwarming feature film, Dolphin Tale (2011, inspired by the amazing true story of Winter, a dolphin who lost her tail) projected on a giant screen in Yokouchi Pavilion. Bring a blanket or beach chair to relax on the A&B Amphitheater lawn and enjoy casual dining, drink specials, music and activities.  -MACC
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CAKE
February 25, 2012

	Address:	One Cameron Way, Kahului, HI 96732
	Time:	7:30 p.m.
	Place:	Maui Arts and Cultural Center - Castle Theater
	Admission:	$39 - $89
	Phone:	(808) 242-SHOW (7469)
	An American alternative rock band from Sacramento, California, CAKE is comprised of lead singer John McCrea, trumpeter Vince DiFiore, guitarist Xan McCurdy, bassist Gabe Nelson and drummer Paulo Baldi. The band is noted for McCrea’s sarcastic lyrics and deadpan voice, DiFiore’s trumpet parts and a wide range of musical influences, including country, rock, funk, mariachi, Iranian folk and hip-hop. CAKE released five hit albums between 1994-2004. After forming its own label, Upbeat Records, the band released Showroom of Compassion in 2011, which became its first album to debut at the top of the Billboard charts. A BAMP Project production in association with Maui Arts & Cultural Center.  -MACC
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Natural History

Golden Dewdrop
(Duranta repens or D. erecta)

The showy golden dewdrop is also known as "Brazilian sky flower" or "pigeon berry" and is a member of the Verbena family and are related to lantana, vervain and the teak tree. It's a widely grown shrub with slender, drooping branches that may be smooth or sometimes spiny. The plant either sprawls, needing regular pruning to maintain an attractive shape, or it can be trained into a tree that is from 6 to 18 feet high. It is a native to the scrublands of tropical America and the West Indies. The plant is attractive to birds and butterflies.

In Hawaii golden dewdrop is mostly grown as an ornamental or as easy-to-grow hedges or border plants and is especially attractive when loaded with masses of grape-like yellow-orange berries that are about a quarter-inch to one-half-inch in diameter. It is a fast-growing screen but is not rambunctious. (It does not have conqueror tendencies.)

The berries, which do look like golden dewdrops, often cover the stems and cling for months. They tend to fall easily in windy places, however. In Colombia, the waxy, chickpea-like berries are called "garbancillo" or "little garbanzo."

The fruits have been reported as poisonous since they contain hydrocyanic acid as well as a saponin that is fatal to children. In small quantities they were used medicinally to treat people infected with intestinal worms and in Asia they were used for insect repellent.

The simple, ever-green, smooth-textured leaves are opposite or grow in whorls of three leaves. They are oval and may grow from less than an inch to 3-1/2 inches long. They may be toothed in the upper half or along the margins.

The abundant, dainty, tubular flowers may be sky blue to light violet and deeper purples but are sometimes white and are about a third of an inch long with five rounded lobes. They develop mostly on one side of the stem in panicles at the branch tips or in narrower clusters at the leaf axils.

The bushes flower almost continuously and fruits are almost always present. They develop the best color in full sun and do require watering since they are only moderately drought resistant.

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Arts & Culture

Going Up The Mountain

In 1828, five years after the missionaries came to Maui and established a station in Lahaina, Reverend William Richards, one of the members of this first mission, made the first recorded ascent of "the highest land on Maui" with brother missionaries Lorrin Andrews and Jonathan Smith Green. (They were advised that the way was long but the ascent easy.)

On the morning of August 21, they started up. Richards wrote of their climb: "Halfway up the mountains we found plenty of good water, and, at a convenient fountain, we filled our calabash for tea. By the sides of our path, we found plenty of ohelos, (a juicy berry, very palatable,) and, occasionally a cluster of strawberries. On the lower part of the mountain, there is considerable timber; but as we approached the summit, almost the only thing, of the vegetable kind, which we saw, was a plant which grew to the height of six or eight feet, and produced a most beautiful flower. It seems to be peculiar to this mountain, as our guide and servants made ornaments of it for their hats, to demonstrate to those below that they had been to the top of the mountain.

"It was nearly 5 o'clock when we reached the summit; but we found ourselves richly repaid for the toil of the day, by the grandeur and beauty of the scene, which at once opened up to our view. The day was very fine. The clouds…were far below us; so that we saw the upper side of them, while the reflection of the sun painting their verge with varied tints, made them appear like enchantment…. On the other side, we beheld the seat of Pele's dreadful reign. We stood on the edge of a tremendous crater, down which, a single misstep would have precipitated us, 1,000 or 1,500 feet. This was once filled with liquid fire, and in it, we counted sixteen extinguished craters. To complete the grandeur of the scene Mouna Kea and Mouna Roa [early spellings] lifted their lofty summits and convinced us, that, though far above the clouds, we were far below the feet of the traveler who ascends the mountains of Hawaii. By this time the sun was nearly sunk in the Pacific; and we looked around for a shelter during the night."

The missionaries spent an uncomfortable night in a small fenced yard some distance below the summit. The temperature fell from 77 degrees to 44 degrees and then to 40 degrees the next morning when they arose and "reascended the mountain to its summit, and contemplated the beauties of the rising sun, and gazed a while longer, on the scenery before us…. We were anxious to remain longer…but as we were nearly out of provisions…we finished our chicken and tea, and began our descent."

Although this was the first historical recorded ascent of Haleakala, it was by no means the first time that the mountain had been visited. In 1920, Dr. Kenneth P. Emory of the Bishop Museum made an archaeological investigation and found that the crater contained numerous stone terraces, platforms, various shelters and a paved trail - evidence that the Crater was an important place for the people of the island for a long time.

Some of the structures Emory documented may have been heiau, temples, dedicated to the worship of the volcano goddess Pele. Others are most certainly burial sites. (The isolated sites are well-suited for this use.) The so-called "Bottomless Pit" and the Na Piko Haua pit were apparently desirable places in which to secrete the umbilical cords of babies.

And, above Paliku, a prominent rock served as the "hub of East Maui." From this rock, called "Palaha," on the northeast brink of the crater, the boundary lines that delineated the pie-shaped ahupua'a (land divisions) of the mountain were drawn, down to the sea. Eight ahupua'a (one in each district of East Maui) meet at this rock. This ancient subdivision of land remains unchanged to the present day.

Intrepid Haleakala visitors during the 19th and early 20th century made their own way up to the summit either on foot, or by horse or mule, taking with them all necessary food and water. The visitors sheltered in caves or huddled for protection against the winds and the cold behind the walls of what were possibly animal pens. "Big Flea" and "Little Flea" caves, a quarter miles from the summit, soon became the best known camp sites. Their popularity was due solely to the fact that there was nothing better.

In 1894, Maui residents, spurred by well-known architect C. W. Dickey, got up a popular subscription to build an overnight shelter at Kalahaku Lookout. The building materials were hauled 20 miles up the mountain on pack animals provided by H.P. Baldwin and the sugar plantations. This shelter was badly used by those for whom it was constructed. Windows were broken and timbers were ripped up for use as firewood. Garbage accumulated. The destruction was hastened by a storm which removed the roof. In 1914 and 1915, a new, more comfortable rest house was built near the site of the original shelter.

Meanwhile, during the late 1890's and early 1900's, a grandson of missionaries, Lorrin A. Thurston, who had lived on Maui and served as a guide for visitors to Haleakala, kept alive a proposal for the formation of a national park that included the volcanoes on the Big Island as well as Maui's own dormant one. As the publisher of the Pacific Commercial Advertiser, Thurston kept the idea alive as Territorial Governor after the Territorial Governor kept pushing Congress to approve the idea.

On January 20, 1916, Hawaii's Delegate to the United States Congress, Jonah Kuhio, introduced the fourth (and final) Hawaii National Park bill. On April 17, the House approved the bill. It also passed through the Senate and on August 1, 1916, President Wilson signed the bill into law, creating the twelfth National Park, which included the volcanoes on the Big Island and Haleakala Crater. Most of the focus during the early years was on the more exciting and dramatic active volcanoes on the Big Island. The National Park Service didn't have the funding to develop both parks at the same time.

However, ten years after the second rest house had been built, new dormitories were added and the maintenance of the buildings given to the manager of the Grand Hotel in Wailuku. Visits to the Haleakala summit remained a popular tourist attraction.

The Depression years saw an increased expenditure of Federal funds on public works projects. Haleakala had Civilian Conservation Corps camps. The strong young men of the CCC were put to work: Roads were improved, trails were built, utilities and other facilities were installed and improved. At Haleakala, the magnificent Halemauu trail into the crater was constructed and three overnight cabins were built on the crater floor.

(There are three major trails leading into Haleakala, plus a network of trails across the floor of the Crater. The best known is the Sliding Sands Trail which starts from White Hill, just beyond the Observatory, and leads six miles to Kapalaoa cabin. Four miles beyond is Paliku cabin, across the mouth of Kaupo Gap from Kapalaoa. A third cabin is Holua, nestled against the rim at the west side of Koolau Gap, on the Halemauu Trail into the crater. The third trail (and the least frequently used) is via Kaupo Gap and Kaupo village on the south coast.)

A promised summit road, built with Territorial and Park funds, opened in 1935. The next year, the CCC built an overlook building near the summit. With the completion of the road to the summit, the National Park Service assumed active on-the-ground administration of the Haleakala area.

During World War II, use of the Park dropped drastically. Haleakala even closed its gates for a while. Post-war funds were quickly invested in basic repairs to roads and trails.

Meanwhile, in 1951, the Hui o Ahinahina (Silversword Society) was formed by volunteers to help the Park in visitor service interpretive activities. One brochure said, "The exclusive Society of the Silversword (Hui o Ahinahina) invites you to become a member if you have visited the summit or the crater of Haleakala. Only one class of membership. Life: one dollar! By joining you can help scientific study, interpretation, and display exhibits of the Park. Exchange your dollar at the Park or at the office of Silversword Inn for a silvery, engraved certificate, suitable for framing. With pride you can hand it down to your grandchildren, a souvenir of Haleakala." Every lifetime member received a certificate suitable for framing. Funds raised by the group were spent on improvements to the visitor facilities.

The National Park Service finally razed the old rest house in 1957. Today glass-enclosed observation buildings along the crater rim command wide views of Haleakala Crater, West Maui, and the islands of Hawaii, Molokai, and Lanai.

In 1961, Haleakala became a separate National Park. (The park on the Big Island was renamed Volcanoes National Park.)

 
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Braddah-Nics Lexicon

STANDARD: My aunt will invite us to eat when we visit her. It's impolite to refuse.
BRADDAH-NICS: My auntie, she goin' make us eat, you know. No can say no.

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STANDARD: My uncle loves to eat.
BRADDAH-NICS: My uncle, he know how for grind 'em, brah!

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STANDARD: Is this a traditional Chinese dish?
BRADDAH-NICS: So what? Dis grinds Pake?

 
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Local Grinds

Maui Crispy Baked Chicken

Ingredients:

• 12 pieces of Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
• 1 Cup Flour
• 1 Large Bag of Maui Onion Potato Chips
• ½  Cup Milk
• 1 Cup Honey Mustard
• ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 2 Tsp Paprika
• Salt and Pepper to preference

Procedure:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
• Rinse chicken in cold water; pat dry. Place flour, salt and pepper in a gallon Ziploc bag. In increments of 3 pieces, place chicken into the bag, seal and shake to completely cover. Remove and place on plate. Continue until all of the chicken pieces have been floured. Discard flour.
• Empty the contents of the chip bag into a gallon Ziploc bag and remove excess air. Use a rolling pin to crush chips enough to make a good breading for the chicken. Remove from bag and onto a large plate.
• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, mustard, cayenne pepper and paprika.
• Roll each piece of chicken into the batter then coat with crushed chips.
• Place coated pieces on a baking sheet.
• When you are done coating chicken, place the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Then lower heat to 375 degrees and cook for another 25 minutes, or until golden brown. When pressed with a knife, liquid should run clear.

Veggie Kabobs

Ingredients:

• 2 Red Bell Peppers
• 2 Orange Bell Peppers
• 2Yellow Bell Peppers
• 1 Zuchinni
• 1 Onion
• 12 Mushrooms
• Teriyaki Glaze Dressing
• 20 Shish Kabob Sticks

Procedure:

• Prep sticks by soaking in water for a day to prevent sticks from burning in oven.
• Preheat oven at 350 degrees.
• Clean and chop all veggies (except mushrooms) into large chunks.
• Place half of the veggies in a gallon Ziploc bag, add teriyaki dressing. Seal bag and shake to coat veggies. Place coated veggies onto a cookie sheet, and repeat process with remaining half of cut veggies.
• Add veggies, in any order onto individual kabob sticks. Don’t over pack, to allow veggies to cook easily.
• After all kabobs are ready, use cookie sheet to lineup all of you kabob sticks. If they don’t fit you may need to cook another batch after the first. Place your batch in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Use excess teriyaki dressing to baste veggies while baking.

  
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Remember When . . .

Early Visitors to the Iao Valley

In the 19th century, the Iao Valley and Iao Needle were among the most popular destinations for early tourists. As was stated in the Maui News in 1902, there was "no attractive spot in the Islands", but there was "scarcely a more difficult place to reach".

Visitors in the late 1800's had to hike up a trail which was frequently washed out or obliterated by thick growth and trees. This photograph of two visitors to the valley illustrates the difficulty involved in reaching the Iao Needle. It clearly was a strenuous trip for the physically fit.

The exact location of the photograph is not known. The photographer was Brother Bertram, a Marionist Brother who has given us such a great photographic record of Maui as it existed in the last decade of the 19th century.

Photo from the archives of the Maui Historical Society/Bailey House Museum
Historical text by Fred Woodruff, Bailey House Volunteer
 

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