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‘Sidney Yee: Wabi-Sai’

Contemporary realism is masterfully represented in Schaefer International Gallery’s exhibit, “Sidney Yee: Wabi-Sabi,” currently on display until Sunday, June 2. “For me, as curator of this exhibition, Sid’s community involvement was what was so appealing to me in developing this ...

In the Loop

The Shops at Wailea welcomes Grammy-nominated, pioneering female Hawaiian reggae artist Sistah Robi Kahakalau to Concerts at The Shops with a free performance from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 15, to benefit Hospice Maui. Recognized as one of Hawaii’s most popular female vocalists, ...

Ahead of the Class

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Pet of the Week

Want a fun friend to hit the beach with? Then you have got to meet me, Cookie. I’m an active 2-year-old male that loves to take a dip in the pool —when I’m not playing in the yard. I have a lot of energy, so I’m looking for an active ohana that’s up for awesome adventures with me. ...

UH-Maui College culinary arts making the grade

University of Hawaii Maui College’s the Leis Family Class Act set an elegant stage for the annual Spring Student Celebration Dinner last week, showcasing the talents of the young chefs to the community and industry supporters. Over the years, the Class Act has been voted among the Top 100 ...

Big Island Chocolate Festival names Maui winners, others

A sold-out crowd of 700 people hungry for dessert sprawled both inside and out of the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort last weekend for the eighth annual Big Island Chocolate Festival gala to benefit seven island non-profits. Creations by chefs, chocolatiers and culinary students were critiqued on taste, texture, appearance and creativity by the team of celebrity judges at competitions during the annual two-day festival. The top three winning teams in this year’s college culinary competition were University of Hawaii Maui College Culinary Arts Program’s Danielle Sulliban and Marion ...