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August 07, 2008 Free films! Saturday (August 9), 4-11pm, Campbell Park, Baldwin House Museum; [FILM] Have you ever driven down Dairy Road and been hit over the head with the notion that, landscaping notwithstanding, your surroundings bare an eerie resemblance to, say, Downers Grove, Illinois? Scary. Lahaina Film Festival is a good antidote to this. While the fest features a wide variety of films and musical acts, the common thread that runs throughout is Hawaii. Many films were either produced on Maui or have themes that are strongly tied to Hawaiian life and culture. One surfing film, Halau Nalu, is entirely in Hawaiian. Other titles include Requiem (a shark documentary), Children of the Long Canoes (the story of the first Hawaiians), and Guard Dog (an animated short). Musical acts include Brother Noland, Uncle Boy Kanae, Braddah Francis, Uncle Benny Uyetake and Polynesian music and dance from Na Kamali'i O Ke Akua (The Children of God). Dishing out the yummy goodness will be Amigo's, Jamba Juice and Cool Cat Café. Partial proceeds from this event will go to local nonprofits. So, in addition to supplying us with seven vibrant and memorable hours, this festival will also help spread awareness of Hawaiian culture and give us a chance to contribute to a good cause or two. Free. For more information call 573-5530 or visit www.mauifest.net. [Kate Bradshaw]
A night of remembrance
Thursday (August 7), 7-9:30pm, Kahului Hongwanji Buddhist Mission
[LECTURE] This is a portion of the interfaith peace program, "Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki," being held by the Kahului Hongwanji, in an attempt to work toward a peaceful and just society. And you've got to admit, in our me-first society, with our need for instant gratification, this message of is refreshing. Dr. Seiji Yamada, a physician born in Hiroshima who now teaches at the UH John A. Burns School of Medicine will be speaking on "The Nuclear Legacy of the Marshall Islanders." Dr. Seiji Yamada is especially qualified to speak on this topic as he has treated victims of nuclear testing in the Pacific. Since this event happens later in the evening, I'm sure you'll have time to pencil it into your busy schedule—you know, between lattes and martinis. Free. For more information visit www.mauipeace.org or call 573-3255. [Ynez Tongson]
Krump it
Friday (Aug 8), 5-9pm, Paia Garden (across from the Shell Station), Paia
[CD RELEASE PARTY] Hooray! It's the album release party for Maui-based 808 Connects' Goldawn Won. (Did anyone else catch how clever it was for them to release on 08/08/08?) Things will definitely get hype-y at this all-ages release party. From 5-7 there's going to be a b-boy vs. krumper workshop. Wondering what the difference between a b-boy and a krumper is? All the more reason to attend this shindig. Then, from 7-9 will be the main event, a concert put on by Maui's own 808 Connects. A portion of the money raised will be donated to the Hawaii Food Bank, once again proving that you can definitely enjoy yourself and still help other people. 18 and under free, with school ID. 18+: $10. For more information visit www.myspace.com/808connects. [YT]
Priscilla's Shipwreck Party
Sunday (August 10), 2-9pm, Sugarman Estate, Makena
[BENEFIT] This is a Tea Dance benefiting the Maui AIDs foundation, being held at the fabulous oceanfront Sugarman Estate in Makena. You might be wondering what a Tea Dance is. Well, it's an afternoon or early evening dance. That's right, you'll be partying for a cause. This cause is especially noble, since it seems that the CDC has been underreporting HIV infection rates for years now. So, when you walk into the office the next morning, a little haggard and worn out, you can smile at your supervisor and report you spent last night helping the community. Which you did. Except this "helping the community" involved food, dancing and a free shuttle to and from the Shops at Wailea. Tickets: $50. For more information visit http://mauigayinfo.com. [YT]
Obama time
Wednesday (Aug. 13), 7pm, The Studio Maui, Haiku Cannery
[LECTURE/FILM] This event is not just for Obama-philes, but given that a documentary on the senator's 2006 Africa trip will be showing, it is a surefire draw for diehards. Yet those who are expecting the usual kitten-and-rainbow parade may want to sit this one out…or not, actually. Journalist Robert Sheer kicks off the evening with a talk that includes excerpts from his new book The Pornography of Power: How Defense Hawks Hijacked 9/11. Many of us are already maxed out on rage when it comes to our current situation, but more information, especially from such a credible source, can never hurt. Scheer edits www.truthdig.com and co-hosts the NPR show "Left, Right, Center." Those of us who view the mainstream media's election coverage as more bludgeon than vital tool in the democratic process may want to stick around afterward for a screening of Senator Obama Goes to Africa. The film chronicles his visit to Darfur, South Africa and the former Kenya home of his father. I'm guessing it will end the night on a high note. Sponsored by the Maui Democratic Century Club. Tickets: $5. For more information call 573-9790. [KB]
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