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August 14, 2008 Sustainability, Maui style
Saturday & Sunday (Aug 16 & 17),
Pilina Building, MCC
[GREEN LIVING] As island dwellers, we have a heightened awareness of the state of our environment. A drastic example of this is the likelihood that Maui's food supply would run out after ten days if shipping were to come to an abrupt stop. Yet many say that if we get our shit together the Hawaiian Islands can serve as a sustainability model for the rest of the planet. Events like the Maui Island Sustainable Living Expo (ISLExpo) really help get our thinking into green mode. Over 50 speakers and panelists are slated to give their take on how to accomplish this. Discussions and exhibits will address sustainable energy and the many benefits of buying locally grown food (which, obviously, include boosting the local economy). Speakers will include renowned Hawaii chef Peter Merriman and Marin County (CA) Sustainable Agriculture Director Steve Quirt. An added bonus is the focus on incorporating Kanaka Maoli (indigenous Hawaiian) values in the pursuit of conserving our resources. There is a $45-$55 fee to attend the conference, but viewing the exhibits on display on the MCC Great Lawn is free, as are a concert and farmer's market that will take place Saturday night from 6-8pm. Call 984-3792 or visit www.sustainable maui.org for more info. [Kate Bradshaw]
Iao want to believe
Opens Friday (Aug. 15-24), 7:30pm, Iao Theater, Wailuku
[STAGE] Local playwright Brian Peoples brings his fourth production to Wailuku's Iao Theater this weekend, and this time dames, hard-drinkin' detectives, and, well, aliens rule the stage. Peoples says he styled his latest after B-movies of a bygone era, though the story takes place in the modern day. Set in Wailuku, Maui Space Alien Mystery follows the misadventures of a hard-nosed detective who reluctantly takes a case involving a man who believes he is being harassed by a space alien disguised as a woman (the femme fatale, of course). Peoples says he drew inspiration for many of his characters from Café Marc Aurel regulars he used to encounter every day while he was employed there. So if you've ever gotten your daily dose of rocket fuel from this Market Street arts hub, do not be surprised if at least one of the characters seems a little familiar. Runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 5pm There will be an after party following each show at Café Marc Aurel. $15, $12, Students/Seniors; $12 Sundays. For tickets, call 242-6969 or visit mauionstage.com [KB]
Another reason to go veggie
Friday (Aug 15), 7pm, Cameron Center Auditorium, Wailuku
[LECTURE] Whether it's religion, music, or veganism, it's never a good idea to push your unsolicited views on people. When mention that I am vegan people often preemptively shoot down my dietary choice, probably because they expect me to spew forth some kind of save-the-bunnies sermon. Yet I feel no need to evangelize a roommate whose bacon and eggs fry in a skillet next my pot of quinoa. What bothers me is not the choice to eat meat itself, but rather the unquestioning acceptance of it in spite of what science has been telling us. This is why people like PETA vice president Bruce Friedrich do what they do. Tonight's lecture will link food choice to the science behind global warming, the food crisis, nutrition, and animal sentience. No matter what your beliefs are, more information is always a good thing. Free. For more information call 298-8544. [KB]
Cameron Center's 10th annual bazaar
Saturday (Aug 16), 9am-2pm, Cameron Center, Wailuku.
[RUMMAGE SALE] My version of heaven is pretty much the set from Jet Li's "Hero" with an immaculate and always perfectly breaking Big Beach thrown in. And the people from the Cameron Center are definitely headed there. If you're not familiar with the Cameron Center, it's a space in which many health and human service are bundled up together. That and it operates without government assistance. They are basically good people. The bazaar helps to showcase the Cameron Center's awesomeness get the community acquainted with it. If that doesn't draw you in, there's going to be entertainment, food, a rummage sale and a silent auction. Oh yeah, I bet that caught your attention. Free. For more info visit www.jwcameroncenter.org or call 244-5546. [Ynez Tongson]
HO'OMANA'O benefit for Mana'o Radio
Sunday (Aug 17) 4-8pm, Castle Theater, MACC.
[BENEFIT] Right now, I'm listening to one of my favorite songs, "Stress" by Jim's Big Ego. Do you know where I was introduced to such eclectic music? Mana'o Radio. I'm sure many of you have a similar experience. Mana'o Radio has given the community pearls of wisdom, more than its fair share of laughs and a wide, wide range of music. Now, here's your chance to not only support this shining pinnacle of community radio, but to also hear some of the music live and get a few chuckles in. The benefit will include Friends of Mana'o Radio Willie K, Tita, Lono, George Kahumoku Jr and Tita among others. This kind of makes me hope that Mano'a Radio has a Myspace or Facebook, so I can be friends with them too. Tickets: $10, $25 & $35. For more information visit www.mauiarts.org. [YT]
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