THURSDAY, DEC. 13
GABRIEL IGLESIAS AT CASTLE THEATER
Gabriel Iglesias has been described as a witty and electrifying performer who has the ability to consistently deliver a hilarious comedy experience from start to finish. Catch him at 7:30 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater. Tickets are $41 (plus applicable fees). For more information, see Backstage.
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Martial arts demonstration at Maui Mall provided by the shopping center.
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE KAMA'AINA NIGHT
Enjoy a lineup of 40 hit songs from the '50s and '60s by Leiber and Stoller in this revue by ProArts, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at ProArts Playhouse at Azeka Shopping Center in Kihei. Tonight is kama'aina night. Cost is $25 for adults; $22.50 with local ID. Call 463-6550. For more information, see Backstage.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS EXPO AT MAUI MALL
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Maui Fighting Championships will hold a four-day expo at Maui Mall, featuring professional and amateur mixed martial arts fights, a toy drive, demonstrations and a concert. The "Just Kicking It" Kickboxing and no-gi cage grappling weigh-ins and Toys for Tots holiday drive will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the mall's center stage. For details, visit www.mauimall.com.
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FRIDAY, DEC. 14
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE PLAY BY PROARTS
The revue continues at 7:30 p.m. For details, see Thursday's listing.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS EXPO AT MAUI MALL
The expo continues with MFC One: A night of Champions weigh-ins and toy drive from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., followed by the "Just Kicking It" Kickboxing and no-gi grappling show from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. under a tent on the grassy area across IHOP. Show tickets are $15. For details, see Thursday's listing.
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SATURDAY, DEC. 15
LAUGH OUT LOUD WITH RITA RUDNER
Get ready to laugh out loud with Rita Rudner, just in time for the holidays! Catch her at 7:30 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's McCoy Studio Theater. Tickets are $35 standard; $65 VIP (with applicable fees). For more information, see Backstage.
'HAWAIIAN MOONLIGHT' CONCERT FUNDRAISER
The Maui Historical Society presents Hawaiian Moonlight, a concert fundraiser featuring UH-Maui College Institute of Hawaiian music and UHMC Chorus, at the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku. Gates open at 5 p.m. Admission is $25, children 12 and younger are free with an adult. For more information, call 244-3326.
10TH SUZUKI-MAUI HOLIDAY CONCERT
Suzuki-Maui School of Talent Education and Ability Development presents its annual holiday concert at 7 p.m. at Makawao Union Church. This concert is open to the public and features students, ages 5 to 16, performing classical and holiday favorites. Suggested donation is $10 for adults. Donations will provide scholarship funds for the group's trip to the Suzuki Method World Convention in Matusmoto, Japan, this March.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS EXPO AT MAUI MALL
The expo continues with keiki martial arts demonstrations and a toy drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at center stage, followed by MFC One: A Night of Champions from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. under a tent on the grassy area across IHOP. Tickets are $25. The main event heavyweight title match will pit Lolohea Mahe against Matt Kovaks. For details, see Thursday's listing.
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE PLAY BY PROARTS
The revue continues at 7:30 p.m. For details, see Thursday's listing.
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SUNDAY, DEC. 16
HEART OF HANA CD RELEASE EVENT
Celebrate the CD release of "No Ka Pueo" by Hana's CJ Helekahi and falsetto recording artist Leokane Pryor from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Plantation Guest House at Travaasa Hotel Hana. The evening will feature East Maui musicians and hula dancers showcasing the area's rich musical traditions. Admission is free and seating is limited; guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Holiday attire is recommended. Parking is limited and coolers are prohibited. For details, call Chris Harrington at 248-8818 or email chrharr@mac.com.
WEST MAUI CRAFT FAIR FESTIVITIES
There will be at least 70 vendors selling their products at a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lahaina Civic Center. Made on Maui items, crafts, food and smoothies will be available for purchase. Travis Baptiste, a young stand-up paddler who was on a team that set the record and received first place in their division at the 2012 Molokai-2-Oahu Paddleboard World Championship, will be on hand to meet and greet shoppers. Baptiste will also receive a portion of gate proceeds.
MAOLI CD RELEASE PARTY AT MAUI MALL
A Maoli CD release party will conclude the four-day Martial Arts Expo from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. under a tent on the grassy area across IHOP. Tickets are $25. Catch Innavision, Malino, Irie Love and others at the release party. For details, see Thursday's listing.
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE PLAY BY PROARTS
The revue continues at 3 p.m. For details, see Thursday's listing.
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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 19
ALOHA BALLROOM DANCE PARTY BENEFIT
Aloha Ballroom Dance Academy will host adult-only holiday dance classes and a dance party with light refreshments from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Kihei Community Center. Admission is $5 per person with a wrapped gift, or $10 per person without. Gifts will be donated to Ka Hale A Ke Ola and Na Hale O Wainee Homeless Resource Centers. Wrapped gifts from the community are also welcomed. For details, call 879-0055 or visit www.alohaballroom.com.
