SPECIAL EVENTS

MAUI ORCHID SOCIETY SHOWS
Date: April 8th - 10th, 2010 - Place: Maui Mall
Date: May 6th - 8th, 2010 - Place: Maui Mall
Date: October 1st - 4th, 2010 - Place: Maui County Fair Show Fairgrounds
Contact: Victoria Cheromcka - President, mauivictoria@gmail.com

ST. JOSEPH FEAST
Date: Friday, April 30, 2010 - 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday, May 1, 2010 - 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday, May 2, 2010 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Place: 1294 Makawao Avenue, Makawao, Upcountry Maui
Contact: Donna Pico (Chairperson - St. Joseph Church & School), sjcoffice@hawaiiantel.net, (808) 572-7652
St. Joseph Feast is a tradition featured Island wide that began in the late 1800's on the grounds of St. Joseph Church, 1294 Makawao Avenue, Makawao, Maui, HI 96768. It's a fun filled weekend that features authentic food such as Malassadas, Portuguese Soup, BBQ Teriyaki, Sr. Georgina's Pork Adobo, Hamburgers, Shave Ice, Cotton Candy, Pizza, Mocha Freeze and other delicious food. It will also offer games, crafters, a country store, entertainment, valuable goods auction, a livestock auction and much more! Admission is free. This major fundraiser will assist with the reconfiguring and expanding St. Joseph School Early Learning Center. It also supports community programs such as feeding the homeless, distributing food boxes to those in need, giving financial assistance to those in crisis, as well as raise funds for the new multi purpose center to replace the dilapidated gym that is used for school and community functions. alternativehawaii.com. We are currently accepting applications for sponsors and crafters. As well as donations towards the valuable goods live auction. All donations are tax deductible.

HAWAIIAN TARO SALE
Date: May 7th, 12 pm - 5 pm, 2010
Place: Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (150 Kanaloa Avenue, Kahului, across from the War Memorial Stadium), Maui
Contact: Nohea Daliva, nohea@mnbg.org, (808) 249-2798
On Friday, May 7, 2010, anyone interested in acquiring rare Hawaiian varieties of taro will have an opportunity to do so at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens. Sale starts at 12:00 noon and ends at 5:00 pm. Over 60 varieties of taro from family groups of Mana, Piko, Kai, Lauloa, 'Ele'ele, 'Ula'ula and Manini available. The Gardens won't have these varieties available for sale until next year, so get them now! Grow your own food to save money, and have your taro questions answered. Discounted prices available.

37TH ANNUAL SEABURY HALL CRAFT FAIR
Date: May 8th, 2010
Place: Seabury Hall, Maui
Contact: Carolyn Wright (publicity committee chairperson-Seabury Hall Parents Organization), carolyn@mauiacademy.org, 808-244-8760 x221
Maui's favorite upcountry springtime event, the Seabury Hall Craft Fair features over 100 of Hawaii's finest artists and crafters, live and silent auctions, Aloha Art Gallery, entertainment, Restaurant Row, waterslide, games and pony rides, fresh produce and flowers, rummage sale and gorgeous views from the beautiful upcountry campus. alternativehawaii.com. The Seabury Hall Craft Fair raises funds for the school's tuition assistance fund. 9am - 5pm. Admission is $3.00. Children 12 and under are free.

MY MAMA MONOLOGUES 2010
Date: Saturday, May 8th, 7 pm & Sunday, May 9th, 2 pm, 2010
Place: The McCoy Studio Theater, MACC, Maui
Contact: Box Office: (808) 242-(SHOW), Online: MauiOrg.com
An Annual Mother’s Day Treat, a play-reading of true mama stories by men, women and children premiering on Maui and staged elsewhere throughout the year. Local cast, including Maui playwright Pat Masumoto. Stories are hot, milky, sweet, bitter, spicy and ticklish! You are invited to submit your own story for next year. Tickets: adults $20, children & students $15.

ONGOING EVENTS

MAUI CULTURAL LANDS, INC. - MALAMA HONOKOWAI
Date: January 1st 2010 through December 31st 2015, 9 am - 4 pm
Place: Pu'ukoli'i Train Station, Lahaina, Maui
Contact: Puanani Lindsey, (808) 572-8085, ekolumcl@hawaii.rr.com
In Honokowai Valley, restoration of an ancient farming archeological site has been ongoing, and, on Saturdays, dedicated volunteers venture deep into the realms of Honokowai for five hours of restorative work. alternativehawaii.com. Efforts include preserving cultural resources, stabilizing archeological sites and reforest the area using native Hawaiian plants. Volunteers meet at Puukoli'i Train Station in Lahaina, every Saturday, at 9 a.m. The day usually ends at 4 p.m. Bring lunch, water, sunscreen and insect repellent; wear a hat, protective clothing, and bring gloves if available; Be prepared to get dirty and enjoy the camaraderie. alternativehawaii.com. Groups and families are welcome. MCL is asking for your help to care for our land, our heritage, and our future.

45 TON TALKS
Date: December-April every Tues.& Thurs.; May-November only on Tues.
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Place: Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale NMS, 726 South Kihei Road, Kihei
This free one hour "talk story" will highlight everything you want to know about humpback whales. Join Sanctuary volunteers and staff for an interactive fun-filled presentation perfect for all ages. Call: (808) 879-2818.

ASTRONOMY TOUR OF THE STARS
Date: Nightly
Time: 8, 9 or 10 p.m. plus Fri. & Sat. at 11 p.m.
Place: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Kaanapali (West Maui)
A brilliant tour of the stars is given nightly on the roof for one hour. Astronomy-quality telescopes are set up for viewing pleasure by the star guide. Call: (808) 661-1234.

BAILEY HOUSE MUSEUM
Place: 2375-A Main St., Wailuku (Iao Valley)
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Closed Sundays.
Offers short courses and lectures in Hawaiian history and culture throughout the year as well as other events. Excellent Hawaiian arts and crafts can be found in the Museum Gift Shop. Classes and lectures open to visitors. Call: (808) 244-3326 or visit their site.

FRIDAY NIGHT IS ART NIGHT
Date: Every Friday Evening, Year-round
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Place: Lahaina Town (West Maui)
Stroll through dozens of art galleries in Lahaina Town for special gallery shows, featured artists-in-action, and refreshments, all free and open to the public! Lahaina has earned its nick-name of "The Art Capital of the Pacific," due to more art galleries per capita than any other American town. Call: Lahaina Event Hotline 1-888-310-1117 (toll-free) or (808) 667-9194.

HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK
Date: Daily
Ongoing Ranger / Naturalist programs include guided walks, hikes, as well as programs on geology and natural and cultural history and 15 to 20 minute presentations. In the Summit area, special evening star watching programs are conducted periodically. Occasionally special all day and half day hikes, three day service trips, or full moon hikes are offered. Call: (808) 572-4459 between 9am and 3pm for current schedule.

HAWAIIAN SLACK KEY GUITAR CONCERT SERIES
Date: Every Wednesday Evening
Place: The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua (West Maui)
Experience Hawaii’s unique cultural legacy with the most notable Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Artists. Call: 1-888-669-3858 (toll free) or visit their site.

HE UI CULTURAL ARTS FESTIVAL
Date: Varied Weekend Schedule
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday)
Place: Lahaina (under the Banyan Tree)
A gathering of Hawaiian artists and crafters display, sell, and demonstrate cultural arts and crafts; live Hawaiian music is featured; and community members give talks on their culture. Free. Call: Hotline 1-888-310-1117 (toll-free) or (808) 667-9194.

HUI NOEAU VISUAL ARTS CENTER
Place: 2841 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao (Upcountry)
A unique paradise for the arts awaits you at the Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center. They have art education programs for adults and children, art exhibits, and a gift shop, on an historic upcountry estate with magnificent grounds. Their mission is to encourage and promote the development of artistic expression and creativity in the individual and to stimulate a broader appreciation and understanding of the visual arts as a vital language in our culture. Call: (808) 572-6560 or visit their site.

HULA - ARTS AND CRAFTS
Place: Lahaina Cannery Mall, Lahaina
Keiki (children) hula every Saturday and Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
Polynesian dancers every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Call: (808) 661-5304.

MAUI ORCHID SOCIETY SHOW
Date: May 10 - 12
Place: Maui Mall, Kahului (Central Maui)
A beautiful show with hundreds of orchids on display and for sale. One of the many orchid shows presented throughout the year by the Orchid Societies in Hawaii. Call: Darrell Tanaka (808) 575-2557.

MAUI PANIOLO DANCE ASSOCIATION
Date: Weekly
Place: Tavares (Pukalani) Community Center (Upcountry Maui)
The Maui Paniolo Dance Association is dedicated to country dancing on Maui. They meet once a week, offering free lesson(s) at the beginning hour. Open dance is from 8-10 PM. $3 donation requested. Clean, family, atmosphere. No partner required. For more information, please call (808) 572-0494 or visit their site.

MAY DAY IS LEI DAY IN HAWAII
Date: May 1
May Day is Lei Day in Hawaii. This wonderful tradition was founded by artist and poet Don Blanding in 1923. Of all ancient Hawaiian art forms, traditional lei making is one of the most beautiful still being practiced island-wide today. Hardly a lovelier tradition exists anywhere in the world than placing a flower garland around the neck of someone special. Lei have one quality that is unsurpassed: they feel just as good to give as they do to receive as they represent and encompass the true spirit of Aloha!

SEA WEES… OCEANS OF FUN FOR LITTLE ONES
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Place: Ocean Science Discovery Center at The Harbor Shops, Maalaea
Fun-filled weekly discovery program for little explorers ages 3-5 and their parents or caregivers. Learn about the ocean with a Marine Education Specialist through songs, skits, crafts, and encounters with live marine animals. $40 for 5 sessions or $10 for single class. Pre-registration required. Call: Pacific Whale Foundation (808) 249-8811.

STOP BY THE LAHAINA VISITOR CENTER
Date: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily
Place: Historic Old Lahaina Courthouse at Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina
Staffed by community volunteers and managed by LahainaTown Action Committee, the Visitor Center's purpose is to provide free, friendly and unbiased information to visitors and others seeking cultural, historical or current knowledge about Lahaina and old LahainaTown. Call: (808) 667-9193.

SUNSET CLIFF-DIVING
Date: Every evening
Place: Sheraton Maui, Kaanapali (West Maui)
The Sheraton Maui rests atop the famed black rock, Puu Kekaa, site of many Hawaiian legends. A torchlighting and cliff diving ceremony is enacted each evening right before sunset. The public can watch a young man in ancient Hawaiian garb light torches as he runs to the rock's summit. Perched at the top, he dives off the cliff into the calm waters surrounding the landmark. Call: (808) 661-0031.

WHALERS VILLAGE ENTERTAINMENT
Place: Kaanapali Resort (West Maui)
Enjoy free entertainment and activities at Whalers Village Center Stage. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, watch Polynesian dances from 6:30 to 7 pm then Tahitian dances from 7:30 to 8 pm. Take a lei-making class on Tuesdays and Fridays from noon to 2 pm or take a hula lesson from 3 to 4 pm on Thursdays. Sundays feature Sunset Jazz from 6 to 9 pm. Whalers Village is open from 9:30 am to 10:00 pm daily. Call: (808) 661-4567.

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