Calendar of Events

May 16 - May 17

Frank De Lima

McCoy Studio Theater, MACC One of the Islands’ most beloved comedians, De Lima incorporates hilarious parodies, zany characters and spontaneous wit to celebrate Hawai‘i’s diverse cultures. (He calls his own background “chop suey nation”: Portuguese, Hawaiian, Irish, Chinese, English, Spanish and Scottish.) 7:30 p.m.

May 16 - May 17

Maui Matsuri

This celebration of Japanese culture begins May 16 with a karaoke contest at ‘Iao Theater, Wailuku, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, the festival shifts to Maui Community College with Japanese dance, taiko drumming, martial arts, tea ceremony, sword collection, crafts, kid’s activities and more. 3–9 p.m. Free admission. 283-9999; www.mauimatsuri.com

May 17 - May 17

2nd Annual Jacaranda Run

This 10K run begins at Eddie Tam Community Center in Makawao and traverses beautiful Upcountry Maui to Kula near the Lodge. Starts 7 a.m. For info, call Mike Irwin, 870-6331.

May 17 - May 17

Hours of Earrings

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Julie Matheis shows how to employ hammer and anvil, torch and solder to transform wire into one-of-a-kind earrings. Choose from sample designs or bring your own ideas, along with beads or other accents to incorporate into your work. 2–6 p.m. Call for info or to register.

May 17 - May 18

Van Dyke Brown & Cyanotype Printing

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center Gwen Arkin teaches how to use these intriguing processes to print your images on fabric, watercolor paper and many other substrates. All skill levels welcome. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Call for info or to register.

May 17 - May 17

2008 Visitor Industry Charity Walk

May 18 - May 18

Moloka‘i World Championships

A race for kayaks and one-person canoes across 32 nautical miles, Moloka‘i to O‘ahu. Visit www.molokaiworldchampionships.com or call Kalau Jones, 808-222-5020.

May 18 - May 31

International Festival of Canoes

Kamehameha Iki Beach Park, Lahaina Master carvers from across the Pacific join Hawai‘i carvers for a two-week festival featuring canoe-building, old-style surfboard making, drum making and Hawaiian-house thatching. Cultural arts lessons and a crafts fair daily in Banyan Tree Park. Free admission to most events. www.mauicanoefest.com.

May 24 - May 24

Legends of Doo-Wop with a Twist

Castle Theater, MACC Tommy Mara of the Crests (“Sixteen Candles”) and Joey Dee (“Peppermint Twist”) join the Legends of Doo-Wop: Jimmy Gallagher of the Passions (“Just to Be with You”), Steve Horn of the Five Sharks (“Gloria”) and Frank Mancuso of the Imaginations (“Guardian Angel”) for an evening that celebrates the doo-wop roots of rock-n-roll. 7:30 p.m.

May 24 - May 25

Plein Air Palette Knife Workshop

George Allan Studio, Kula Maui’s preeminent plein-air painter offers a two-day class for beginners: how to mix colors, choose a subject and composition. 8 a.m.–2 p.m. For info, contact Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center.

May 31 - May 31

Martha at Maui

McCoy Studio Theater, MACC Manhattan Mama’s Coconut Cabaret presents Richard Move in an evening of monologues and movement dedicated to Martha, mother of contemporary dance. Adult content. 7:30 p.m. Info: www.neocomedy.com.

May 31 - June 07

Chine Collé, Chine Appliqué & Collage

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center Taught by Casey Neumann over two weekends, this workshop delves into Japanese handmade papers and Western papers, beginning with a copperplate etching created in class. Ideal for those interested in mixed-media works and art on paper. Call the Hui for info and to register.

June 01 - June 01

Aluminum Man

Maui Prince, M¯akena Run along scenic beaches and swim in Makena’s coastal waters at an easy, comfortable pace. (Hey, this isn’t Iron Man). Call Jami Kimmell, 878-2949, for an entry form.

June 04 - June 06

Kapalua Clambake

Pro-Am Golf Tournament Kapalua Resort’s Bay and Plantation Courses share the challenge for this 22nd annual pro-am event. Highlights include awards ceremony and a Clambake Feast at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua. Info: 665-9198.

June 06 - June 06

First Friday in Wailuku

The first Friday of the month, old Wailuku town transforms into a free block party with local bands; discounts from participating merchants; booths selling fine art, flowers, and ‘ukuleles; and extended hours at stores, galleries and restaurants. 5–7:30 p.m.

June 06 - June 13

World Ocean Week

Maui Ocean Center, Ma’alaea Special events, seminars and activities celebrate the importance of our world’s oceans. Info: 270-7000; www.mauioceancenter.com

June 08 - June 08

King’s Trail Triathlon

Maui Prince, M¯akena This sanctioned event goes the Olympic distance: 1.5K (.9 mi.) swim, 40K (24.8 mi) bike and 10K (6.2 mi.) run. 7 a.m. shotgun. For info and to register, visit www.trimaui.org.

June 09 - May 25

Keiki Summer Camp

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center Sign your kids up for a summer of arts, crafts and fun. For info and registration, visit www.huinoeau.com.

June 14 - June 14

Na Kamehameha Pa‘u Parade & Ho‘olaule‘a

Front Street, Lahaina The colorful parade starts at 10 a.m. and features graceful pa‘u riders on horses decorated with flowers representing each major island. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy an arts festival at Banyan Tree Park, with food, crafts, pa‘u dressing and riding demonstrations, and Hawaiian entertainment. Free admission.

June 14 - June 15

Upcountry Fair

Eddie Tam Community Center, Makawao See Maui’s 4H champions and enjoy auctions, live entertainment, a farmers market, plant sale, crafts, games and paniolo barbeque.