Halloween in Paia

I guess the annual Halloween Party will be in Paia from now on. Nice, if you prefer Paia to Lahaina.

I’m from the old town of Paia when it was the small business center for plantation families.  Sidewalks were lined with grocery stores, one dry goods, one clothing store, service stations, a bank, an accountant, and a lawyer. I can’t tell you how beautifully quaint it was because I’m comparing that with what Paia is now. Times change.

When you visit Paia and overload yourself with gift shops, try to imagine what it was like 50 years ago. Good grief-that’s a long time ago.

For a brief historical view of Paia, visit the Sugar Museum in Puunene, across the street from the sugar mill.