Cultural Activities and Signature Events in June at The Shops

May 30, 2017, 11:24 AM HST
* Updated May 31, 12:27 PM

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The Shops at Wailea hosts a calendar of cultural activities and signature events for the month of June. The Shops will be offering six different Hawaiian culture activities, three signature events and introducing the Market at The Shops, a new farm fresh shopping experience.

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“Our June calendar is full of activities that both visitors and our local community can enjoy,” said Brian Yano, General Manager of The Shops at Wailea. “The Shops is committed to not only becoming the chosen destination for shopping and dining, but also a place where guests can enjoy live music, connect with artisans, shop for local produce and gather with friends.”

Cultural Activities for the month of June include:
• Lei Poʻo Making: Mondays 2:30-3:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m.
• ʻUkulele Lessons: Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Fridays 3-4 p.m.
• Coconut Husking: Tuesdays 2:30-3:30 p.m.
• Island Wood Carving: Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Fridays 12:30-3:30 p.m.
• Coconut Frond Weaving: Thursdays 2:30-3:30 p.m.
• Polynesian Show: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m.

All activities are complimentary and take place at the main Fountain Courtyard.

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“Our cultural activities showcase and honor the rich Hawaiian and Polynesian culture and traditions,” added Yano. “We designed these offerings for guests of all ages to enjoy and we’re thrilled to have recently expanded lei making and ʻukulele lessons due to growing popularity.”

The Shops will also be hosting their monthly ARTwalk at The Shops on June 7 from 6-8 p.m. with live entertainment by Merv Oana and Concerts at The Shops on June 14 from 5:30-7 p.m., featuring talented singer and songwriter Hoku Zuttermeister. The Shops at Wailea continues to give back to the community and will donate 60% of special event parking fees from both events to June’s nonprofit recipient, Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui.

In addition to ARTwalk and Concerts at The Shops, Pau Hana at The Shops is back for the month of June with a full roster of talent. Pau Hana at The Shops is more than just a happy hour, it’s a time to celebrate the end of the work week with live musical performances by Maui’s talented musicians. Every Friday from 4-6 p.m. musicians perform for guests on the lower lever near the surf shop area and on the upper level by the luxury retailers.

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New for the month of June, The Shops at Wailea proudly announces the Market at The Shops, a farm fresh shopping experience. Launched in cooperation with the Maui County Farm Bureau, the Market at The Shops is committed to supporting agriculture on Maui by providing a place for residents and visitors alike to find, connect with and learn about farm-fresh and sustainably grown produce, specialty food and artisanal goods. Starting Wednesday, June 28, the Market at The Shops will be held on the ground floor and take place on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 4-6 p.m.