Start your weekend off with the Lanai Fifth Friday this Friday July 31st!  This town party only happens four times a year.  The event will take place at Dole Park from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  There will be lots of food and drinks plus live music.  Expeditions Ferry will be having a special late night ferry that will leave Lanai at 9:30.  Various travel packages available for your needs.  Fifth Friday Lanai website has all the information regarding this event.

If you’re looking for home goods, clothing,  or hand-made products, you may want to check out the Maui Swap Meet this Saturday August 1st, from 7:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Entry fee is only .50 cents!  This is Maui’s largest flea market.  Held in Kahului at the University of Hawaii-Maui College.  Information for anyone interested in becoming a vendor, or if you’re in need of directions, visit the Maui Swap Meet site here.

This Sunday August 2nd the 3rd annual Chili Appreciation Society International Hawaii State Chili Championship Cookoff will be happening from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Entry for this event is free, however, if you wish to vote for People’s Choice you may purchase a $5.00 chili tasting kit.  The cook off will take place at Ulupalakua Ranch.  The festivities will include live music and a popsicle eating contest!  Shaka Pops Maui sponsors this event.  View more information here.

We hope everyone has an enjoyable week and weekend!