Wassup This Weekend: Thursday–Sunday, July 2–5
By Debra Lordan
Wondering what to do this weekend? Maui Now has compiled a chronological listing of some of the island’s best events scheduled from Thursday through Sunday, July 2 through 5.
Look for this information no later than every Thursday afternoon.
Thursday, July 2
Michelle Branch to Perform Tonight at The MACC
Kahului • The MACC • Castle Theater • 7:30 p.m.
Michelle Branch was 18 years old when her debut album, The Spirit Room, became a platinum seller, spawned three hit singles–Everywhere, All You Wanted, Goodbye to You–and sold four million copies worldwide. The smash single with Carlos Santana, The Game of Love, established her as a young musical artist with a very mature talent.
Friday, July 3
Wailuku Salutes America at First Friday Town Party
Wailuku • Market Street • 6 to 9 p.m.
Wailuku First Friday on July 3 will celebrate and salute the USA. The Wailuku First Friday event is a free community street party showcasing Maui artists, crafters and food vendors.
Saturday, Fourth of July
Paniolo Parade is Back in the Saddle for 5oth Celebration
Makawao • Baldwin and Makawao Avenues • 9 a.m.
The 50th annual Makawao Fourth of July Parade is on, said Parade Organizer Theresa Thompson. Makawao’s long-running paniolo parade will end at Eddie Tam Center.
Skydivers to Help Westin Kā‘anapali Celebrate Fourth of July
The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas • Kā‘anapali
As part of The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas’ Red, White and Blue Festival on the Fourth of July, it will debut a patriotic-themed Spectacular Skydiving Performance (weather permitting) above its property.
July 2105
Rock & Brews to Offer Late Night Happy Hour During Concerts
Pāʻia Rock & Brews • Pāʻia • Sunday–Thursday nights • Through July 16.
Rock & Brews Pāʻia is kicking off the summer with a late night happy hour and a Summer Concert Series showcasing some of the greatest festivals and events in rock music.
Boursier-Mougenot Exhibit Opens at Schaefer Gallery
The MACC • Schaefer International Gallery • Through July 18
A sound installation by French artist and composer Céleste Boursier-Mougenot is on exhibit. Boursier-Mougenot creates intriguing works that explore the potential of common objects as a means to compose music in a given space. Schaefer International Gallery is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and before Castle Theater shows and during intermissions.
Heart of the Hui Student & Faculty Exhibition
Makawao • Hui No‘eau • Through July 31
Hui No‘eau will present the center’s Heart of the Hui: A Student & Faculty Exhibition celebrating and honoring the importance of art education at the hui with a space that encourages learning, creativity and experimentation.