Island Events: December 8, 2016
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TODAY, DEC. 8
BRING A TOY TO A FINE ART EXHIBITION
Help a child in need with an unwrapped toy, enjoy music by violinist Gambria Moss, meet artists and view the art display from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Kahili Restaurant in Waikapu. Toys for Tots program is beneficiary. Enjoy complimentary bubbly and pupu. Cocktails and dinner will also be available for purchase. For more information, call 866-5025.
'THE GAMES AFOOT' PRESENTED BY PROARTS
ProArts Inc. presents "The Game's Afoot: Or Holmes for the Holidays" in the Pro Arts Playhouse at Azeka Shopping Center in Kihei. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. today through Saturday and at 3 p.m. Sunday. For tickets and more details, call 463-6550 or visit www.proartsmaui.com.
FRIDAY, DEC. 9
HOLIDAY FUN AT FRIDAY TOWN PARTY IN LAHAINA
Revel in the holiday festivities in Lahaina at the Second Friday Town Party from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy music by Maui Jam, Lahaina choirs and Na Kamali'i-Wahine Nani O Lahaina at Campbell Park. For more information, visit www.mauifridays.com.
SPEND AN EVENING WITH COMEDIAN JO KOY
Experience infectious and explosive energy on stage with Jo Koy at 8 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater in Kahului. Tickets range from $36.50 to $46.50 (plus applicable fees). This show is for mature audiences. For more information, call 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
ARTISTS RECEPTION AT SARGENT'S GALLERY
Enjoy a night of art and music with artists Taryn Alessandro and Gabriel from 5 to 10 p.m. at Sargent's Fine Art gallery on Front Street in Lahaina. There will be live music by Curt Lee, wine and live demonstrations.
CATCH 'MARY POPPINS: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL'
Maui OnStage presents "Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical" at the Historic Iao Theater in Wailuku. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets range from $20 to $40 and are available by calling 242-6969 or online at www.mauionstage.com.
SATURDAY, DEC. 10
BALL FOR LAHAINA HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB
Join the Lahaina Hawaiian Civic Club for an evening of mele, or song,, prime rib buffet and a visit from Santa at the Manawale'a Ball at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa in Kaanapali. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $75, with table sponsorships for $1,500. For tickets or details, email lhcchopekakau@gmail.com.
CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL AT LAHAINA BAPTIST
Visit the second annual Community Christmas Carnival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lahaina Baptist Church. There will be horse rides, human bowling, a jousting station, food, local vendors and more. The church is located at the corner of Shaw Street and Honoapiilani Highway in Lahaina.
JOIN THE PO'OKELA CHURCH WINTER BAZAAR
Pookela Church presents its winter bazaar from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be produce, plants, baked good, rummage items, Christmas crafts, food and more. The church is located at 200 Olinda Road in Makawao. For more details, call 573-0903.
FREE RANGE COMEDY AT TEMPLE OF PEACE
Free Range Comedy returns to the Temple of Peace in Haiku at 7:30 p.m. Bring a can of food for Maui Food Bank for $2 off your $10 ticket. Tickets are available at the door.
HAPA IN CONCERT AT KAHILI GOLF COURSE
Delight in the sounds of HAPA at 7 p.m. in the Kahili Golf Course restaurant in Waikapu. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of. Dinner, pupu and cocktails will be available for purchase. For reservations, call 866-5025.
SUPPORT MAUI'S PUBLIC LIBRARIES AT BOOK SALE
Shop at the used book sale conducted by Maui Friends of the Library from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Makawao Public Library. All proceeds benefit Maui's public libraries. Every child may take home a book for free. For more details, visit www.mfol.org.
HEAD UPCOUNTRY FOR A MAKAWAO CHRISTMAS
The Makawao Community Association presents its 11th Makawao Christmas from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Makawao town. Santa, a book fair and ornament making will be at the Makawao Public Library; free face painting at Fleur De Lei; free pony rides; a Toys for Tots drive at Sotheby's International Realty and more.
MAPA'S 'NUTCRACKER SWEETS' AT MACC
Maui Academy of Performing Arts presents "Nutcracker Sweets," a family-friendly production at the MACC's Castle Theater at 7 p.m. Saturday and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets range from $18 to $30 (plus applicable fees). Call 242-7469 or visit www.mauiarts.org.
SUNDAY, DEC. 11
SCHEIDEMAN STARS AS DYLAN THOMAS
Enjoy a performance of "A Child's Christmas in Wales with Dylan Thomas" by Rick Scheideman at 6:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Inn courtyard in Lahaina. Tickets are $22 at the door, or call (303) 507-0987 for reservations. Seating is limited.
MAUI CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR TO HOST EVENT
Maui author Gill McBarnet will read from her latest book, "Hoku the Seal's Three Wishes," at noon at Barns & Noble in Lahaina, followed by a book signing. For more information, visit www.hawaiianchildrensbooks.com.
TUESDAY, DEC. 13
MAUI FILM FESTIVAL'S FIRST LIGHT CONTINUES
Maui Film Festival presents FirstLight: Academy Screenings on Maui at the MACC's Castle Theater. There will be three screenings beginning at 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.mauifilmfestival.com.
EXPERIENCE MOKU'ULA BY MOONLIGHT
Moku'ula by Moonlight will celebrate the winter solstice from 6 to 8 p.m. as the full moon rises at Kamehameha Iki Park located at 525 Front St. in Lahaina. Hawaiian musicians share the stage with local elders who tell their stories about Lahaina. Limited seating is provided for kupuna (elders); blankets, mats and low beach chairs are welcome. For more details, visit www.mokuula.com.
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