Maui Historical Society Conversations 

As part of Maui Public Art Corps’ Hui Moʻolelo project, which cultivates stories celebrating Maui’s history and culture, University of Hawaiʻi scholar José Barzola recently spoke with Sissy Lake-Farm, Executive Director of the Maui Historical Society (MHS). The free virtual event is part of an...

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Bryant Neal Is Always Busy!

Bryant Neal, newly elected vice-president of the nonprofit Maui Arts League, is well-known across the island for his numerous accomplishments. Arriving on Maui in 1982, he immediately fell in love with the island. He eventually became a partner and vice-president of the Lahaina Printsellers, Ltd.,...

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Sam Ka’ai: A Maui Treasure

For the 20th Annual Invitational Art Exhibit, “Celebration of Hawaiʻi 2025,” at Viewpoints Gallery in Makawao, painter Suzy Papanikolas highlights the life of master carver and Native Hawaiian historian Sam Kaʻai in her artwork. “Kaʻai is someone I greatly admire,” said Papanikolas. “He truly...

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Stefan Kuhne Shares His Success

A recent Maui TechOhana event featured Maui-based Google software architect, Stefan Kuhne, who spoke about “Finding Opportunity for Success” to over 40 attendees. Working in the computer industry since 1986, Kuhne shared his long career in tech, including the last 18 years at Google. He has given...

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Remembering Maui Women’s History 

In March, Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) honors the contributions of women and acknowledges the challenges they have overcome as part of Women’s History Month. In the recent history of Maui County, the late Councilmember Velma Santos stands out as one such woman to be honored.  Born...

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Haleakala Conservancy

Olena Alec is the Executive Director of the Haleakalā Conservancy, the philanthropic partner to Haleakalā National Park. Alec leads the Conservancy’s efforts to provide funding for projects of critical importance to the park and its unique and endangered resources.  “Started in 2019, our...

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The House of Life

As a local non-profit organization, Ka Hale A Ke Ola (KHAKO), “The House of Life,” has been breaking the cycle of homelessness on the island of Maui for over 30 years. KHAKO, dedicated to serving the needs of the homeless and disadvantaged on Maui, is a housing-focused, comprehensive resource...

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Jeff Peterson Film and Concert

The World ʻUkulele Program will be holding a fundraising event at the ProArts Playhouse in Kihei on Sunday, March 9th at 2pm, including the premiere of Jeff Peterson’s new film, Concerto for Slack Key Guitar and Orchestra – Malama ‘Āina. The film features the first concerto ever written for...

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