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Makahiki Celebration

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The ancient Hawaiian New Year Festival known as Makahiki covers four consecutive lunar months. The start of the festival is usually in October or November and is decided using astronomy.  Known as a time for celebration, the Makahiki has three phrases.

The first phrase is for spiritual cleansing. Offerings were made to the gods in the form of agricultural goods. Each community had stone altars set up for their offerings.

The festival would move clockwise around the island. Each community caretaker would present the offerings to Lono, the fertility god that makes things grow.

The second phase was all about the celebration. Dancing, sporting, singing and feasting.  Any wars happening between communities was put on hold during the 4 month celebration.

The third and final phase, tax canoes were filled with gift offerings to the god Lono and set out to sea. The ending of the festivities marked the beginning of the new farming cycle for the next year.  You can learn more about the festival here.

 

 

Veterans Day On Maui

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Tomorrow, Tuesday November 11th, Lahaina Arts Society will showcase local Maui artists under the Banyan Tree in Banyan Tree Park.  The art fair was founded in 1967 to showcase the talents of many local Maui artists.

The fair will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Enjoy live music and check out paintings, photography, jewelry and much more!  The Lahaina Arts Society has two galleries inside the Old Lahaina Courthouse with work from local Maui artists.  The courthouse galleries are also open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  You may find that special piece of art you’ve been looking for!

The Maui Veteran’s Council is hosting a picnic that will include lunch and children’s entertainment for military veterans as well as active military and their families.  This event runs from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Kalama Park.

We wish everyone a safe Veteran’s Day!

Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!

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The Hansen Ohana, Maui Luxury Real Estate LLC, wants to wish all our family and friends a very Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!

Halloween Activities on Maui

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Halloween on Maui is one of the best events to be on Island for. Get ready for Halloween in Lahaina Friday October 31! Lots of fun with plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy.

Annual Keiki Halloween Costume Parade starts at 4:30 pm on Front Street. All Maui keiki are invited to participate. Each participant will receive a ribbon and bag of goodies! The costume contest will be held at Banyan Tree Park from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm. Sign up to join in the costume contest at Pioneer Inn retail store beginning at 6:00 pm. Dance and enjoy the music during the costume contest from 6:30 pm-9:30 pm. Park will close at 10:00 pm.

Beginning at 6:00 pm live entertainment in Campbell Park with The Haiku Hillbilly’s. Keiki activities including face painting and various photo opportunities. Make sure to get your official Halloween In Lahaina 2014 t-Shirt. Campbell Park will close at 10:00 pm.

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Street closures will be enforced from Baker Street to Prison Street and on Front Street from 3:30 to midnight. No parking will be allowed from 3:30 to midnight. There will be shuttle transportation available from War Memorial Parking Lot and Kihei Aquatic Center Parking Lot. Tickets for the shuttle will be on sale starting October 20th for $5.00 each way cash only.   Shuttles will be first come first serve. For more information regarding Halloween in Lahaina, including the schedule for events and bus shuttle locations, viewable here via the Visit Lahaina site.

For some, celebrating Halloween on one night just isn’t enough! For the month of October, Maui Paintball offers Haunted Hayrides on Friday and Saturday nights from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Ride the Hayride and shoot Zombies, Ghouls, and Goblins! If you’re up for a monster challenge, try the Zombie Run. The Zombie Run is a half-mile obstacle course packed with Monsters! Space is limited so be sure to pre-register!

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Some would rather have a good laugh then a good fright this Halloween.  Never fear, Maui Comedy Festival is here! Tickets are on sale for the festival that runs from October 30th to November 2nd.  Events are scheduled at different locations so be sure to check the Maui Comedy Festival website here for lineup, ticket information, and venue locations!

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We wish everyone a safe and fun filled Halloween celebration!

Festivals Of Aloha Events This Weekend!

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This weekend there are many options for celebrating by attending Aloha Events!  If you have purchased your Maui Nui Style official Festivals of Aloha ribbon, you may receive discounted admission to many events!

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This Aloha Friday September 26, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm entertainment for keiki, art, music, and hula at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center.

Saturday September 27 doors will open at 6:00 pm at the Andaz Wailea for the 13th annual Richard Hoopii Leo Kie Kie Falsetto competition.  Men will be showcasing their high voices, an art that began back when women were not allowed to sing in public.  Expect special surprise guests!

Sunday September 28 the Falsetto winners will be singing on the main stage at the Banyan Tree Park in Lahaina Town from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  All day entertainment and crafts on Sunday.  This event is open to the public and free of charge!

For more information on the Festivals of Aloha events and schedules available here.