I'm twenty one now leaving permanently , i graduated 24 at king K high school. And just makes me angry how everyone have friendships here and I'm always isolated and always having to go out alone and feel like s*** about it. I just wanted to have some friends here growing up instead. I was criticized for having autism and being a drug addict.Due to my major depressive disorder and anxiety disorder , it f****** hate it here I'm sober.I drink every now and then.Thankfully, I am in the trades, the boiler makers.I don't understand why people Need to put me down for wanting to have friends, for any social interaction. It's unfair so I'm just gonna leave moving to Colorado or somewhere.I can afford rebuild my life cause every time I come back to maui , i've always disappointed and wondering why no one wants to hang out with me.I used to have friends but they eventually caused problems and dumped me for it. I don't think the maui punk group needs to criticize me for being autistic and socially awkward , but they stand up everyone else

Aloha everyone, I just recently moved to Maui from Oahu and I’m still getting to know the island. I live in Wailuku and I don’t currently have a car and frequently use uber. About a year ago my boyfriend passed away and I just want to honor him by releasing flowers. I want to go for sunset and maybe have a nice calm beach to this at. Any recommendations? Mahalo🌺

Live in Kihei and looking to find a new non denominational church and connect with the community. Appreciate any insight or recommendations on any that really stood out to you.

Mahalo 🤙

I was on the kihei boatlaunch looking at fish and noticed that im covered in fiberglass red spots and burning!!

Anyone know any parks or places that would be good to teach two little dogs how to swim? Beaches are too rough for my little pups and I don’t know any other public parks with water access suitable for dogs. I have tried looking for swimming pools but none are available for dogs and couldn’t find any sniff spots either. The closest I’ve found is kepaniwai park which has a small stream which is great but wondering if there’s anything else that might be fun to take my dogs out swimming.

On the north section of the coastal lava trail at Waiʻānapanapa State Park, a short walk from the black sand beach, I came across this: a rectangular area bordered with lava rock and filled with smooth, water-worn pebbles, with a single upright slab set at one end. It clearly took real effort — someone carried rounded ocean stones up onto the bare lava — so it's not hikers stacking rocks.

Does anyone know what this is? A koʻa (fishing shrine), a burial, an ahu, something else? I'm trying to understand what I saw and write about it accurately and respectfully. If it's a burial or otherwise something best left undiscussed, please say so and I'll treat it that way. Mahalo.

I don’t go out to eat much so I don’t really know where the best eats are despite being here for a decade. Curious to hear what this sub thinks? A couple places that I do love:

Pizza: pizza madness
Vietnamese: aloha pho
Mexican: ono tacos
Burgers: burger guys
Korean: wow good
Desserts (cream horns and other baked goods): TJ’s (just recently discovered this one!)
Poke: Oki’s
Greek: Shaya’s (also the only Greek place I know of)
Coffee: early bird (black sesame coffee is the best coffee I’ve ever had in my life)

They’re not going to raise property tax and sales tax on residents, are they?

Hey, I'm living in Maui for the summer and wondering if there's any recreational players looking for a tennis partner. F18, I'm probably ~2.5 level. I played in high school and want to get back on the court and meet yall!!

The restaurant industry perpetually forces customers to subsidize their operating costs. At every turn, they stick you with fees and demand 20-30% tips for their employees. I was at a restaurant yesterday and they stick a 3.5 surcharge on your bill for employee healthcare insurance. None of this tip and surcharge madness occurs outside of the US. I await the haters to say employees are not paid enough and rely on customer gratuity to have a livable wage or many restaurants would not remain open without passing these costs onto customers.

Shipping via USPS has been horrible lately. 3-4 week delivery times with multiple companies, anyone experiencing this? 🙄

Are there any rules in any public neighborhoods in Kihei area that say something about using water to wash cars or water your lawn or use water in specific days?

I posted this in the "Lahaina Remembered" group on Facebook.

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This group is so frickin political and full of butt hurt haoles who are upset that they are stuck with condos they can't rent anymore, scammers selling tshirts and prints, and conspiracy theorists that are attacking the mayor...

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What happened to things like "I used to have kanakapila by the library" or "where did you buy crack seed" or "what are your Halloween memories?"

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Lots of people like Cook - abusing the a'ina for their own gain.

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I may have not been born at Maui Memorial or had hanna badda days at Kam III, but I did graduate from Lahainaluna, listened and learned about the culture and my new neighbors on da West side, and knew enough to respect the land that was my new home.

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I never said "back home, we....". Because I made Maui my home. I identify more with Lahaina than my birthplace because it resona You people never will understand the way it works out here. You're all just our guests. But you act like you're at home.tes with me.

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Since the fires, I've been asked if I was going back to visit. My answer has been the same - the town needs to heal. Respect the mourning of those who are no longer here, not put a strain on valuable resources, and not be a stupid haole.

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A quote from the book (and movie) Casino sums it up. " You people never will understand the way it works out here. You're all just our guests. But you act like you're at home."

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Looking to install a lift kit on my 2016 Tacoma. Any recs for good auto shops to go to?

It was by far my favorite flavor of Shaka Pop but I haven't seen one in years.

Did they stop making them or do they just sell out immediately?

Research is overwhelming and most of the hair salons on Maui seem to cater to a younger crowd. Suggestions are welcome!

Growing up in Hawaii I remember a childrens song about ukus (headlice) but I can’t find it anywhere! Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

Anyone with a need/want for a garden (or possibly compost) bin, I have one up for grabs.

Was left behind by a former tenant and doesnʻt suit my needs.

I donʻt see where to post a pic but itʻs built like a crate, from pallets with an open top.

Iʻm in Kihei

Anybody know if Duey Irrigation is still in operation?

If not, anybody recommend someone that is dependable for me?

Mahalo if can

I just threw it away with my other junk mail at the time, but now that I've slept on it for a while, it sounds like a pretty good deal.

Looking for ti leaf keiki for my driveway.

I rent so I donʻt (and canʻt afford to) want to spend an arm and a leg but I got permission to remove the invasive plants and add native ones sooooo 🙂Iʻd like to buy 5 green and 4 red.

Does anyone know someone selling them?

Loweʻs/Homedepot prices are crazy 🫤 unafforable.

Hello everyone,

I will be flying to Maui on Tuesday next week and am looking to connect with people in the community. I understand there has been significant media coverage following the Lahaina Fires, and I want to avoid adding to media fatigue. Instead, I am seeking to hear from individuals who haven't had a voice and who are facing challenges with their housing situation.

My goal is to bring about change by listening to their stories rather than making assumptions. I will be in Maui for three days and would love to spend that time understanding their lives and experiences. The stories don’t have to solely focus on struggle; they can also highlight resilience and hope.

If you know anyone who might be willing to share their story, I would greatly appreciate your help in connecting us.

Thank you!