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Local Briefs

Fundraiser at hotel for Hale Kau Kau

Tickets are still available for Hale Kau Kau’s 25th anniversary celebration fundraiser on Friday at the Fairmont Kea Lani Hotel in Wailea.

The event will be held from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. and feature dinner, entertainment and silent and live auctions.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of St. Theresa Church’s daily feeding program. It began in 1991 with the vision of feeding the hungry by Cheryl Solon and Kathy Worley, with the assistance of Father Jack Stawasz.

Every evening, Hale Kau Kau delivers a free, hot, nutritious meal to the elderly, ill, sick and homebound in South Maui as well as walk-up service to anyone who comes to the kitchen at meal time.

Fundraiser tickets cost $130 per person. Tickets are available at the St. Theresa Church office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call Hale Kau Kau at 875-8754.

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Parkinson support group will meet

Speech pathologist Walter Tahishi will be guest speaker at the Parkinson Disease Support Group meeting Tuesday in the Hale Mahaolu Elima Conference Room (adjacent to Adult Day Care Center), 11 Mahaolu St. in Kahului. The free, hourlong meeting starts at 8:30 a.m.

Companions and caregivers are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Risa Pascal at 281-1224 or fitqueen007@earthlink.net.

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Paia mission announces annual bazaar

Paia Mantokuji Soto Zen Mission will have its 39th annual bazaar from 7 to 11 a.m. March 6.

Traditional food offerings will include nishime, ohagi, manju and local favorites like chow fun and Spam musubi. Treats include sponge drops, pies and donuts.

The bazaar will include rummage sale bargains, crafts, produce and plants.

Paia Mantokuji Mission is at 253 Hana Highway, across from the Paia Community Center.

For more information, call the Rev. Shuju Inamura at 579-8051.

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Whale entanglement talk at ocean center

Maui Ocean Center’s complimentary Sea Talk Series continues from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday with a presentation on large whale entanglement response by Ed Lyman, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary’s large whale entanglement response coordinator.

Entanglement is a major threat for large marine mammals like the humpback whales, which return to Hawaiian waters each season to breed, calve and nurse their young. He will describe the difficult and sometimes dangerous task of freeing a 40-ton, likely free-swimming whale from entangling gear. He will also provide some of the information gained over the years that might help mitigate the threat in the future.

Sea Talks are held at Maui Ocean Center in the Open Ocean exhibit. Admission is complimentary with entry through the aquarium’s front gate from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Seating is limited; reservations are recommended by calling 270-7088.

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Meeting to discuss plantation festival

Cultural nonprofit organizations whose ancestors worked in Maui’s sugar plantations are invited to an introductory meeting to discuss a plantation festival. The meeting will take place at 5 p.m. March 7 in the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center management office in Kahului. An RSVP to trojas@qkcmanagement.com or 877-3369 is required by Friday.

One representative from each cultural organization should attend. Discussion will include potential dates, cultural and historical displays, food and beverage, entertainment, prizes and sponsorship opportunities.

“We are excited to be the host venue of this special event that honors our culture and sugar plantation workers,” said Toni Rojas, Queen Ka’ahumanu Center marketing director. Lynn Araki-Regan is chairperson for this event, according to the announcement.

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Rotary Club to host St. Patrick’s Day Party

Tickets are available for the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset “Go For The Green” St. Patrick’s Day party at the Royal Lahaina Resort from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on March 17. Proceeds will foster the monthly “Go Green Third Saturday Recycling” events as well as the club’s other community service programs.

The party will include no-host bar, dinner, dancing to the music of JD on the Rocks, and a silent and live auction. Attendees may purchase tickets in advance for $80 per person or $85 at the door, which includes dinner and a welcome drink. VIP tickets are $100 per person and include reserved oceanside seating, a welcome drink, dinner and two bottles of wine per table.

“So many have expressed their appreciation for the Third Saturday Recycling program. By attending the ‘Go For The Green’ St. Patrick’s Day bash, community members can show their support for green initiatives on the west side while also enjoying a great party,” said Sandy Schneider, club president.

Tickets are available at www.rotarycluboflahainasunset.org.

For more information, call Sunset Rotary club Community Service Chair Liz May at 5A Rent A Space, 669-5200.

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Benefit for Purple Heart soldiers

Java Jazz in Lahaina will present a benefit dinner and show at 6 p.m. March 6 featuring the Ekolu Trio. Profits will be donated to the Maui Food Bank and the Soldiers Appreciation Vacation Fund, according to an announcement. The cost is $50 for the show and $100 for the show and a three-course dinner.

Java Jazz’s Soldiers Appreciation Vacation fund brings Purple Heart-awarded soldiers to Maui for a weeklong vacation. Java Jazz has been supporting wounded soldiers since 2005.

Java Jazz, at 3350 Lower Honoapiilani Road, will also be accepting packaged nonperishable food items Thursday through March 6.

To reserve a seat, call 667-0787.

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Maui photographer will teach class

Gerry Mooney, a Maui-born professional photographer who has taught photojournalism for over 25 years, will present a “Talk Story” two-session class from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday and March 12 in the Laulima Building at University of Hawaii Maui College.

Students will learn how to document events and create photos from family events, sports and travel adventures. Other topics include photos for business presentations, flyers and brochures. High school journalism instructors and students will find new ideas and strategies to visually tell a story well, according to an announcement.

The cost is $79. For registration and details, see www.edventuremaui.com and click on Business and Professional Studies, Class #BUS6399.

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Cookbook to benefit Project Graduation

Proceeds from sales of the St. Anthony Junior-Senior High School cookbook will assist the Class of 2016 with Project Graduation, an all-night safe and drug-free party.

Books cost $15 each and feature a variety of recipes from cooks, including Aunty Betty Ventura, 1951 alumni; Pepe Vega (Maui Tacos) and Richard Ramirez (Ko restaurant). St. Anthony students, alumni and staff also contributed more than 400 recipes.

To purchase a book, visit the school’s main office, business office or call 244-4190, ext. 228.

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Service trip set to Haleakala Crater

The Friends of Haleakala National Park is seeking volunteers for a service trip in Haleakala Crater March 19 to 21. The trip focuses on work to help Haleakala National Park protect and preserve the crater wilderness and includes free park admission and a stay in Kapalaoa Cabin.

First-time hikers into the crater are especially welcome. Participants must, however, be able to hike over rough terrain into the crater carrying a backpack.

Interested persons should first visit www.fhnp.org to register as a volunteer and learn more about the service trips and the friends’ mission to preserve and protect the park, then reserve a place by calling the leader at (808) 876-1673.

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Rummage sale at Waipuna Chapel

Waipuna Chapel in Kula will have a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to noon March 12 to raise funds for a mission trip to Uganda.

Sale items include furniture, household items, books, clothing, garden supplies, plants, tools and toys.

Donations are also welcome. Donations will also be accepted starting March 9 at the chapel’s education building. Tax donation receipts will be provided.

The chapel is at 17 Omaopio Road.

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Congolese Dance & Workshop in Keanae

To celebrate Black History Month, The African Americans On Maui Association is sponsoring the Congolese Dance & Workshop Friday through March 7 at YMCA Camp Keanae. For more information, or to register, visit www.congolesecamp.org.

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Discussion set about climate conference

A presentation by the Maui youth delegation that went to Paris for the climate conference will take place from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at University of Hawaii Maui College, Laulima Building, Room 105. There will be a panel discussion, slide show and question-and-answer period.

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Kihei Charter School gets accreditation

Kihei Charter School recently announced a six-year term of accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the accrediting body for all public schools, including Hawaii’s public charter schools.

The six-year term is the maximum term possible and it reflects on the quality of the work being done at the Kihei Charter School, the announcement states.

In a separate matter, parent information sessions for the coming school term are taking place at 5 p.m. today and at 6 p.m. March 3 for high school students at 300 Ohukai Road, No. 209 in Kihei; for middle school students at 5 p.m. Thursday and at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Lipoa Center, 41 East Lipoa St. in Kihei; and for elementary school students at 6 p.m. March 2 at the Lipoa Center location.

For more information, call 875-0700 or visit kiheicharter.org.

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Scholarship forms are due March 31

Scholarship applications are being accepted by the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce Foundation for eligible high school seniors and Maui Culinary Academy students at the University of Hawaii Maui College. Application forms are available at mauifilipinocham

ber.com/scholarship and must be completed and postmarked no later than March 31.

The scholarship program has awarded 123 scholarships to graduating high school students and four Maui Culinary Academy students since 1995.

The foundation intends to award $1,000 scholarships to each selected Maui-resident high school senior scheduled to graduate in 2016 with a cumulative grade-point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale through the first semester of the school year. One $1,000 scholarship shall also be awarded to each selected Maui Culinary Academy students at UH-MC.

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Shopping days set at Becca’s Closet

Becca’s Closet shopping days for free formal wear at King Kekaulike High School are from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon on March 12. The school is at 121 Kula Highway in Pukalani.

A valid student ID is required. There is a limit of one dress per student. Enter the campus at the Old Haleakala Highway entrance. Becca’s Closet is on the balcony of K Building. Donations will also be accepted.

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Maui Farm Bureau president to speak

Warren Watanabe, president of the Maui Farm Bureau, will be guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Maui’s noon meeting Thursday at Tante’s Restaurant in Kahului. The meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcome. Lunch is from the menu.

For more information, contact Myles Kawakami at 893-2229 or myleskawakami@msn.com.

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Scholarships for 2 West Maui students

Friends of Moku’ula and Maui Nei Native Expeditions will be offering two Akoni Akana Po’okela Scholarships to West Maui residents who will graduate from high school this year. Scholarships in the amount of $500 each will be awarded to one male and one female student.

High school seniors are encouraged to submit a written statement that describes how they will use the scholarship award to advance their education whether it be in the pursuit of Hawaiian cultural arts, dance or music, enrolling in courses at a college or university, or enrolling in a vocational school. Full legal name, contact information and signature by the student should be included. Scholarship requests must be submitted no later than March 28 via email to mauinei@mokuula.com or mailed to 505 Front St., Suite 221, Lahaina 96761 (Attention: Program Director).

For more information, call the Friends of Moku’ula office at 661-3659 or visit mokuula.com/events.

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FAD devices topic of boaters’ meeting

The Maui Trailer Boat Club is opening its next general membership meeting to local fishermen and businesses interested in learning more about two new fish aggregating devices (FAD). The meeting will be at 7 p.m. March 2 at the Hawaiian Canoe Club canoe hale in Kahului’s Hoaloha Park.

The club is in the process of permitting, fundraising, building and deploying two new north shore FADs in 2016.

For more information, call Commodore Ben Walin at 250-7687.

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Free self-defense classes in Pukalani

Maui Ki-Aikido will offer free classes for adults and children at its Upcountry dojo Tuesday and March 8.

The classes, held at Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani, are: intermediate children, 6 p.m.; teens, 7 p.m.; adult beginners, 8 to 9:30 p.m.

Anyone interested in trying one or both classes should wear comfortable clothing and come 15 minutes early to check in.

Founded in 1953, Maui Ki-Aikido is the oldest aikido dojo in the United States and offers classes six days a week at its Wailuku dojo. For more information, visit mauiaikido.com or email mauikiaikido@gmail.com.

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Specialist to lead VA Home Loan Seminar

Tony Dias, a Veterans Affairs home loan specialist, will host a free VA Home Loan Seminar from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Cameron Center, 95 Mahalani St. in Wailuku.

Veterans can learn how to utilize their VA home loan benefit to purchase or refinance a home up to $657,800 with no money down and no private mortgage insurance, or have more than one VA loan at a time, according to a news release.

Dias has been educating veterans in Hawaii, California and Washington for over eight years. He is the branch manager for Veterans United Home Loans of Hawaii.

Space is limited. To register, call (808) 436-5791. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

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Homestead roundtable today in Paukukalo

Maui’s 11 homestead organizations will have a homestead roundtable from 3 to 7 p.m. today at Paukukalo Community Center. Discussion will be on the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands’ budget process.

Presenter Puanani Danner, Sovereign Councils of the Hawaiian Homelands Assembly chairwoman and a former Alaska bank vice president and manager, has analyzed the proposed $28 million DHHL budget. She will explain the numbers and present a draft beneficiary-driven budget representing the desires of homestead leaders throughout the archipelago.

The Sovereign Councils of the Hawaiian Homelands Assembly is the oldest and largest coalition of homestead associations unified to protect and advocate for the interests of beneficiaries of the 1920 Hawaiian Homes Commission Act.

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Minnesota reunion set at Kalama Park

The 27th annual Minnesota Reunion and Potluck will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Kalama Park in Kihei.

Attendees are asked to bring a Minnesota hot dish, wear a Minnesota T-shirt and speak Minnesotan. Anyone with any connection to Minnesota is welcome.

For more information, call Colleen Welty at 572-0964.

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University women announce meeting

A brief history of the Equal Rights Amendment will be presented at the American Association of University Women’s meeting Saturday in Wailuku.

Carol Hogard, co-founder of the Women’s Studies program at Minneapolis Community College, will discuss the creation, conflicts and present status of the amendment.

A business meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m., followed by the speaker at 11 at the Wailuku home of Dorothy Tolliver, 705 Pio Drive. For more information about the meeting or AAUW, contact co-presidents Martha Dean, (503) 890-9878, or Janet Walker, (503) 409-0192.

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Fiscal training for nonprofit boards

A nonprofit board training seminar will be offered from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the Cameron Center in Wailuku. The topic will be “Fiscal Training for Non-Fiscal People.”

The seminar will include lunch and a question-and-answer session until 3 p.m. The instructor is John Carbonaro, certified public accountant. The $75 cost includes workbooks, lunch and refreshments. To reserve a space, call 242-5002.

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Rummage sale planned at Lihikai School

The Hawaii Alpha Delta Kappa, Gamma Chapter on Maui will have a rummage sale from 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Lihikai Elementary School’s cafeteria in Kahului. Proceeds will benefit the chapter’s projects, including providing scholarship monies to graduating high school seniors. For more information, contact Jocelyn Tengan at 281-9155.

ADK is an international sorority of women educators dedicated to improving education and the teaching profession, increasing world understanding through cultural exchanges and making a difference in the community through volunteer service.

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How to write, publish a book topic of talk

Maui author and writing coach Jasmyne Boswell will present “How to Write a Book and Get it Published” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Kahului Public Library.

Adults are invited to this free, one-hour program.

Contact the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.

Kahului Public Library is at 90 School St. For more information, call the library at 873-3097.

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Feline Fix-a-Thon Feb. 28 at clinic

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Maui will hold a Feline Fix-a-Thon Feb. 28 at SPCA Maui Clinic, 355 Hukilike St. in Kahului. All cats, including pet, community and feral, are welcome. All cats will receive flea and tick prevention and an identifying tattoo. Tattoos, microchips and vaccines will also be available.

For an appointment time or information on fixing a cat, volunteering or to sponsor a “fix,” contact SPCA Maui Director Peter Tierney at 633-1678 or info@spcamaui.org or mauispca on Facebook.

“We’re excited to continue our monthly mass spay neuter clinics for Maui cats,” said Tierney. “With the recent MASH clinics at Maui Humane Society and the clinics at 9th Life Hawaii, we know we will see a reduction in our feral cat population soon. . . . Each cat fixed represents thousands of kittens that won’t be born homeless and unwanted on Maui.”

Sterilizations are conducted by Hawaii veterinarian Dr. April Campbell, who is specifically trained in high volume sterilization surgeries. Cats are scheduled for morning appointments and are ready to go home that afternoon, Tierney added.

“All cats must be in a secure, hard-sided carrier or humane traps, covered, with no food after 9 p.m. and no water after midnight,” said clinic host Holly Jenkins.

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Woodturners to meet on Tuesday

The recently formed Maui Woodturners Association has a total of 14 members and has elected its first president, Emiliano Achaval, and vice president, Vince Hogan. The club is sanctioned by the American Association of Woodturners.

Its next meeting is Tuesday. At 2 p.m., Achaval will demonstrate how to make a simple koa bowl on the lathe, with emphasis on how to cut koa end grain cleanly. At 4 p.m., Hogan will give a woodturning demonstration.

The association is dedicated to providing education, information and organization to those interested in woodturning. Woodturners of all skill levels are welcome.

For more information, including the meeting location, call Achaval at 854-1028. There is also a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mauiwoodturners.

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Carwash, cookie sale on Saturday

Roselani Place will have a carwash and cookie sale to benefit the activities program for its residents from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday.

Tickets are available in advance for $6 per car and $7 per truck. Also available will be fresh-baked cookies for $5 per bag.

The carwash will be held at the parking lot of Roselani Place at 88 South Papa Ave. in Kahului.

For more information or to purchase a car wash ticket in advance, contact 871-7720 or activities@roselaniplace.com.

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Slide show about scenic corridor

Lucienne de Naie, president of the Haiku Community Association, will present an educational slide show and discuss the proposed Hamakua Heritage Corridor at the Kihei/Wailea Rotary Club’s noon meeting Wednesday at Mulligans on The Blue restaurant in Wailea.

The Hamakua Heritage Corridor, which comprises 260 acres along Maui’s scenic north shore coast, would provide access to hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, camping, farming and cultural education for Maui residents. De Naie is a frequent presenter on historical and water resource issues and is author of a report on Maui’s water resources (2005) and a book on the history of Makena (2007).

The meeting is open to the public. For more information, visit www.rckw.org or call 283-8355.

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Bob Williams will visit Tea Party Maui

Tea Party Maui will host Bob Williams for a presentation on budget solutions during its 6 p.m. Freedom Friday event at Kalama Heights Senior Center, 101 Kanani Road in Kihei.

Williams will discuss why the Tea Party is not winning its battles and how to improve messaging, according to an announcement. He will also give an update on how fiscally irresponsible state budgets are moving many states to a “Day of Reckoning.”

Williams is president of State Budget Solutions; a former state legislator, serving five terms in Washington state; and an auditor with the U.S. Government Accountability Office. He is a national expert in fiscal and tax policies, election reform and disaster preparedness, the announcement states.

Williams is the founder and senior fellow of the Freedom Foundation, a public policy organization in Olympia, Wash., dedicated to the advancement of individual liberty. He is also private sector chair of the American Legislative Exchange Council Tax & Fiscal Policy Task Force.

A main dish will be provided but attendees may bring a salad or dessert to share.

For more information, contact info@teapartymaui.com or 214-2859.

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Raising successful keiki topic of talk

Maui Waena Intermediate School will present “Parent Night with Dr. George Choi” from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the school cafeteria. The title of Choi’s talk is “The Importance of Family Raising Successful Children.”

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Benefit Saturday for Iao Preschool

Games, entertainment and food will be some of the attractions at the Iao United Church of Christ benefit for Iao Preschool from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at 2371 West Vineyard St. in Wailuku.

In addition to a rummage sale, there will be live and silent auctions.

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MHS sets parent, senior meetings

Maui High School has announced a mandatory meeting for all seniors planning to participate in the commencement exercise on May 21 and their parents.

Seniors and a parent or guardian must attend one of the meetings: 9 a.m. Saturday or 6 p.m. Feb. 25. Both meeting will be held in the cafeteria.

Topics include expectations and understanding what’s required to participate in the commencement exercise, graduation attire, important dates, senior project, senior luau, Project Grad and cap and gown distribution.

For more information, contact Ti’a Joaquin, tia.joaquin@mauihigh.org.

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Workshop to plan Olowalu greenway

The Maui Bicycling League, County of Maui and the state Na Ala Hele Program, in partnership with the National Park Service, are hosting a workshop Friday to help develop the design and amenities for a 5-mile greenway from Olowalu to Puamana.

The workshop, 4:30 p.m. at the Olowalu manager’s house, 810 Olowalu Village Road, will identify a management group to implement the greenway design, provide stewardship and continue to pursue the vision for a continuous, 25-mile greenway along Maui’s western shore.

For more information, call Meredith Speicher at (808) 428-7044.

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Pregraduation meetings at LHS

Lahainaluna High School will hold mandatory pregraduation meetings for parents and seniors at 3 p.m. Sunday or 6 p.m. Monday in the LHS Hale Pa’ina (new cafeteria).

Attendance at one of the meetings is mandatory for any senior who wishes to participate in commencement exercises.

For more information, contact Hulita Faitua or Mark Simms at 662-4000.

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Poolenalena Beach cleanup Saturday

Surfrider Maui will host a beach cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Po’olenalena. All supplies will be provided and lunch will be donated by Moose McGillycuddy’s. For more information, email vicechair@maui.surfrider.org.

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Music events at Makawao library

Makawao Public Library offer the following free programs for all ages:

* Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – “Didgeridoo Workshop.” Instructor Wes Forest Hada will teach how to play the didgeridoo, an Aboriginal Australian wind instrument. From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Hada will introduce the instrument, demonstrate how to play it using the circular breathing technique, and share an Aboriginal story about the creation of the first didgeridoo. From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., participants will have the opportunity to practice and play one of the instruments. Hada has nearly 20 years of experience teaching and performing on the didgeridoo with bands throughout Maui.

* Monday, 6:30 p.m. – “A Musical History of Hawaiian Steel Guitar.” Joel Katz will share his passion for the Hawaiian steel guitar, explain how the instrument’s technique developed and perform some songs. Katz has performed steel guitar music on Maui for 30 years and is also a music instructor at the University of Hawaii Maui College.

The Maui Friends of the Library is sponsoring both programs. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Contact the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other accommodation is needed.

Makawao Public Library is at 1159 Makawao Ave. For more information, call the library at 573-8785.

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Voting uged in Toyota art contest

The public is encouraged to vote via Facebook for Toyota Hawaii’s 2016 Dream Car Art Contest People’s Choice Competition. Voting will continue through Feb. 28.

The contest features illustrations by hundreds of student artists of their dream car. The artwork garnering the most votes in each age category will receive a prize and be entered for final judging in the local competition.

On March 1, the artwork of nine local finalists will be selected by celebrity judges. Ten winners from each age category will be chosen to attend the ceremony in Japan.

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Book fair starts on Wednesday

Wailuku Elementary is hosting its annual Scholastic Book Fair in the school library from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on school days from Wednesday through Feb. 24. The book fair is open to the public. There will also be family events from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, and from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

In addition to the Book Fair on Saturday, there will be a family math event in the administration building. Baldwin High School’s Future Teachers of America will be manning math activity stations.

Proceeds from the Scholastic Book Fair go towards purchasing more books for the library.

For more information, or to volunteer for the event, contact Lisa “Miki” Mochizuki at 727-5540.

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Coral reef health focus of workshop

The West Maui Kumuwai campaign will host a workshop Tuesday focused on how landscaping companies and condominium properties can adopt ocean-friendly practices that help both their businesses and Maui’s coral reefs. The workshop, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Hale Hokulani in Kapalua (across from Honolua Store on Office Road), will also feature the latest findings on coral reef health and water quality in the Kapalua region and nearby areas in West Maui.

The workshop is recommended for all landscaping companies that operate in Kapalua and beyond, as well as any interested residents, property owners and managers from Kapalua and other West Maui communities. Landscapers from West Maui Kumuwai’s Ocean-Friendly Landscaper program, including Kaaanapali Operations Association, SGS Hawaii, Mel’s Yard Service, and Zero Emission Landscape Maintenance LLC, will be on hand to share their stories and discuss the most effective sustainable landscaping strategies they utilize in their operations.

West Maui Kumuwai provides resources and promotional support for companies that publicly pledge to be ocean-friendly. The workshop will discuss the program and the three easy steps it takes to join.

For more information, visit www.westmauikumuwai.org, email WestMauiKumuwai@gmail.com, or call Campaign Manager Liz Foote at 283-1631.

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Free introduction to bamboo event

The Sustainable Living Institute of Maui at University of Hawaii Maui College will present an evening with Rich von Wellsheim of Whispering Winds Bamboo from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday in the Laulima Building, Room 102.

This free event is open to all who want to learn more about how to use bamboo for crafts and for building.

Von Wellsheim is a member of Whispering Winds Bamboo Cooperative in Kipahulu. He is a biodynamic farmer who has grown 65 varieties of clumping bamboo commercially for 15 years. His slide show covers planting and growing, harvesting and curing, and building with this fast growing, versatile plant.

From this introduction, interested people can sign up to learn construction techniques in a 14-hour Building with Bamboo class, or learn how to make crafts in an eight-hour Crafts with Bamboo class. To learn more about these classes, visit edventuremaui.org.

For more information, contact Melanie Stephens at mvstephe@hawaii.edu or 984-3502.

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Free feathered hairclip workshop

E Ho’oulu ‘Ike: Cultural Enrichment Workshops continue Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with a return visit from feather-craftwork artist Leonani Pahukoa Meyer.

Participants will be creating a feathered hairclip and Meyer will start discussions on Lei Hulu Kamoe, an upcoming two-part feather lei-making workshop, including the supplies, prerequisites and time commitment required to learn the art of feather lei-making.

This free feathered hairclip workshop will be a hands-on learning activity. Participants are asked to bring a glue gun and glue. The public is invited. No registration required. For more information, contact 244-3326 or Info@MauiMuseum.org.

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‘An Evening of Ukulele’ at library

Teen ukulele performer Anthony Pfluke will present “An Evening of Ukulele” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Kihei Public Library. The free performance of original, traditional and contemporary ukulele music will be conducted in the children’s area.

Pfluke, a 15-year-old Maui native, is a three-time winner of Hula Grill’s Youth Ukulele Players’ Contest. The singer and songwriter is currently working on recording his original song, “Mo’okiha O Pi’lani,” which was commissioned for the launch of the Maui outrigger canoe of the same name.

The Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund is sponsoring this one-hour performance, which is suitable for ages 6 and older. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Call the library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.

Kihei Public Library is at 35 Waimahaihai St. For more information, call the library at 875-6833.

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Nominations open for hall of honor

The Maui High School Foundation is accepting nominations for its sixth annual Maui High School Hall of Honor Awards.

There are five categories for awards. Nomination forms are available at http://goo.gl/Bhdfgv, or go to the foundation website at www.mauihighschoolfoundation.com. To obtain a paper nomination form, email hallofhonor@mauihigh.org or visit the Parent Community Networking Center office at Maui High School.

The submission deadline is March 31.

The nominees in each category will be presented to the 2016 Hall of Honor Selection Committee and a winner will be determined.

All award winners will be honored at the Maui High School Foundation Hall of Honor Banquet in October.

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Booth space for hoolaulea available

Artists and crafters are being sought to participate in the Kamehameha Schools Maui 12th annual Ho’olaule’a from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 16 at the school campus in Pukalani.

This family event will include food, Hawaiian entertainment, cultural displays, games, crafts, a country store and silent auction.

For information about booth space, contact Denise Texeira, vendor chair, at texeira1971@yahoo.com or 870-1397.

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Workshop will teach self-defense

The instructors of Maui Ki-Aikido are offering a special public workshop on self-defense.

This two-hour program will teach basic form, offer tips for how to protect yourself by remaining aware of your environment, and introduce a few simple self-defense techniques. Students will also learn about how the mind and body respond in a high-stress environment.

The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday at 194 S. Market St. in Wailuku. Cost is $10. Students should come 15 minutes early to register and check in. Open to teens and adults.

Founded in 1953, Maui Ki-Aikido is the oldest Aikido dojo in the United States. Learn more about the dojo’s programs at mauiaikido.com, or call 357-5172 for information.

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Program to help Boys & Girls Clubs

Ross Stores Inc. is partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for a three-week program called “Help Local Kids Learn.” Ross Dress for Less customers on Maui can make a monetary contribution at checkout to Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui this month.

“We are honored to be part of the Ross Stores campaign supporting our education programs,” said Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui Chief Executive Officer Kelly Lanilei Pearson. “Ross has been a great partner in the past, and we sincerely appreciate everything they do to support our club members.”

The Maui Ross store is at 200 East Kamehameha Ave., Kahului.

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Forest restoration trip on Saturday

Auwahi Forest Restoration Project volunteers will meet at Ulupalakua Ranch Store on Saturday for a work excursion from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to rough, steep terrain, hiking boots that cover the ankle are required.

Volunteers should pack layered clothing, rain gear, two liters of water, lunch, sunscreen and a hat. There is a limited number of four-wheel drive vehicles and limited room for volunteers. To RSVP, email outreachauwahi@gmail.com.

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E-cycling event for Upcountry area

The Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui is holding a television and computer e-cycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

The club will pick up unwanted electronic equipment for a small donation, while giving Upcountry residents the opportunity to support the organization’s scholarships and leadership training for Maui students, and other community projects.

The club requests a donation of $5 each for small boxes of accessories and small items such as keyboards, speakers, laptops and small TVs up to 19 inches. The club will accept $10 for medium-sized boxes of accessories and medium-sized items such as monitors, computers, and TVs up to 25 inches. Larger equipment, such as TVs 26 inches or larger, will cost $15 to $20 per item for pickup.

In addition, the club will pick up cellphones, printer cartridges and batteries for an additional donation ($10 for car batteries) for recycling at Malama Maui Nui for those already arranging for pickup of electronic equipment.

This event will cover the Upcountry area only, including Paia, Haiku, Makawao, Pukalani and Kula. To arrange for pickup, call 878-2177.

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Anniversary event for JUMPSmartMaui

The JUMPSmartMaui project will celebrate its third anniversary and the launch of its Phase II “SmartPower” from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center.

Festivities will include entertainment center stage by Maui Taiko, Na Keiki Makamae ukulele group, and Pomaikai Elementary School choir. Attendees can talk story with Mayor Alan Arakawa on energy in Maui County and see Phase II technology in action for their home or business in front of the JUMPSmartMaui Innovation Center (located near Sears). The public can also sign up to test drive a 2016 Nissan LEAF. There’ll also be giveaways and refreshments. Admission is free.

Information about JUMPSmartMaui’s Phase II will also be available. The project is seeking 300 volunteers for the next phase. Among the benefits qualified volunteers will receive: an EV-PCS installed at no charge (determined by site visit), charging/discharging capability from EV-PCS, and use of JUMPSmartMaui’s DC Fast Charging stations through March 2016 at no charge. The EV-PCS is an EV charger that can charge a vehicle at twice the speed of the Level-1 charger equipped with LEAF. It also serves as a power source during power outages or as needed.

JUMPSmartMaui is a collaborative demonstration project between Japan, Hawaii and Maui.

For more information, visit www.JUMPSmartMaui.com.

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Emmy-winning Childs on yoga tour

Emmy winner and three-time Grammy nominated recording artist Toni Childs is taking her unique brand of yoga on an international tour that begins in Hawaii.

Childs, a yoga and mindfulness teacher, will hold two workshops on Maui this weekend featuring her signature “Because You are Beautiful” transformational yoga.

The 90-minute class takes yogis on a healing journey through asana, dance, storytelling, meditation and song, accompanied by Childs’ partner Mik on the guitar. The class is deeply anchored in Huna wisdom and philosophy. A meet and greet with Childs will follow the session.

The first workshop will take place 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala in Paia. Sunday’s workshop will take place 1-3 p.m. at the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala in Wailea. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Numbers are limited. For tickets and more information, visit maui-yoga.com/events–workshops.html#ToniChildsYoga.

Raised in the U.S. and now based in Australia, Childs has been practicing yoga for 30 years. Her tour will also take her to Oahu, the Big Island and Kauai, as well as the continental U.S., Canada, South America and Europe.

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Glycemic index topic of group talk

A Maui Memorial Medical Center diabetes education support group will be holding a meeting from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Marion Hanlon Conference Room on the third floor of the Kahului Tower.

The topic will be “What You Should Know About the Glycemic Index” with Lisa Husch, MMMC dietary manager.

The group meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, call Marny Moriyasu at 442-5773.

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Tea Party to screen history video

Tea Party Maui is presenting “The Making of America,” a seminar series on the founding of this nation.

The first lesson, “Settling the New World,” is a 70-minute video that will be shown at the 6:30 p.m. meeting of the group on Thursday at Kalama Heights Garden Room, 101 Kanani Road in Kihei.

The video will be paused for discussion or comments while working with the seminar discussion guide.

For more information, contact info@teapartymaui.com or 214-2859.

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Emmanuel Lutheran plans open house

Emmanuel Lutheran School will host an open house at 6 p.m. Feb. 18 for all families interested in kindergarten through 8th-grade Christian education.

Attendees will meet staff, enjoy a homemade spaghetti dinner and hear several school parents share why they have chosen Emmanuel Lutheran School for their children’s education. Afterward, guests are invited to see the grade school campus and visit the classrooms.

To make a reservation, call 873-6334. Child care during the presentations is available.

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Scouts to collect food for the hungry

Maui County Council, Boy Scouts of America will be conducting a Scouting for Food Drive Friday through Feb. 20.

The final collection day drop-off will be from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 20 at the Scout Service Center, 200 Liholiho St. in Wailuku All food collected will be donated to the Salvation Army. For more information, call 244-3724.

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‘Secret Life of Orchids’ on agenda

West Maui resident Donna Brown will present “The Secret Life of Orchids” and why they fascinate at the monthly meeting of the Maui Orchid Society Tuesday at the Wailuku Community Center. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. with registration at 6:30.

“We will take a microscopic look at some common orchid genera and get an insight into why some plants do better in full sun and why some species need more water than others,” said Brown. She is working on her master’s degree in botany.

Additionally, she will “examine novel ways orchids attract pollinators and then protect their beautiful flowers from being eaten; then take a look at orchid seeds and discover why they need helpers to get them started,” she said.

There will also be a “Show and Tell,” lots of orchids and door prizes.

For more information, call Jan Porter, MOS president, at 283-6111.

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Course offered for new homebuyers

An eight-hour Homebuyer Education Course, taught by Hale Mahaolu, is being offered this month and next.

Upcoming dates are 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Feb. 23 at Hale Mahaolu Elima, 11 Mahaolu St. in Kahului; and 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 20 and 27 at Hale Mahaolu Ehiku, 54 Ehiku St. in Kihei.

The class provides an introduction to homeownership and covers a range of topics including the advantages and responsibilities of owning a home, establishing key members of your homebuying team, mortgage payments and other homeownership costs, how lenders determine creditworthiness, and Maui County’s Residential Workforce Housing requirements and restrictions.

After completing the course, participants will receive a certificate verifying they have completed the program.

“Homebuyer education classes not only provide a wealth of good information to help first-time homebuyers, they may be required by some lenders to qualify for certain types of home loans,” said Roy Katsuda, executive director of Hale Mahaolu. “Earning the certificate of completion can be very beneficial for anyone hoping to buy their first home.”

A registration fee of $75 applies. Due to limited seating, advance registration is required and may be made online at www.kamalaniliving.com or by calling 856-4045.

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Booth space offered at spring craft fair

Makawao Union Church will host its MUC ‘n’ Stuff Spring Fair on April 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring local arts and crafts, a church rummage sale, entertainment by Side Tracks and a variety of food and drinks for purchase.

All proceeds from the fair will go to the preservation and maintenance of the 100-year-old community hall, originally known as the Paia Community House. The hall is wheelchair accessible.

Space for crafters and artists is available at a cost of $50 per 10-foot-by-10-foot space. Booth location on the grassy areas in front of the hall will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis when completed registration forms are submitted with full payment. Vendors may sell anything they choose – artwork, handicrafts, collectibles, rummage – except tobacco, alcohol and food not prepared in a commercial kitchen.

Vendors may call Joy Webster at 572-6303 or email sjoy@flex.com for more information.

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Caregiver stress topic of presentation

Heather Greenwood-Junkermeier will give a presentation titled “Managing Caregiver Stress” from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Roselani Place in Kahului. The talk is part of the Aging Wisely Community Series at the assisted living community.

In this presentation, participants will learn and practice simple stress-management strategies as well as learn about programs offered by Roselani Place that support caregivers as they manage stress.

Roselani Place will also host an open house with model apartments open for viewing. Light refreshments will be served.

To reserve your space or for more information, contact diane@roselaniplace.com or call 871-7720.

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World Whale Day coming to Kalama Park

The 36th annual World Whale Day and Parade of Whales, presented by Pacific Whale Foundation, will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at Kalama Park in Kihei.

The festivities begin with a parade along South Kihei Road, featuring costumed sea characters and ocean-themed floats created by community organizations, schools and local businesses.

World Whale Day festivities continue into sunset at the park with a lineup of some of Hawaii’s top recording artists and entertainers. This year’s performers include Willie K, John Cruz, HAPA, Marty Dread, Amy Hanaiali’i, George Kahumoku Jr., Cyril Pahinui and Manutea Nui E. There will also be food, games, crafts and information booths.

The event is free for keiki under 12 and $5 for those 13 and over. There is also free off-site parking and shuttles to Kalama Park all day. World Whale Day is a family-oriented, alcohol-free event and coolers are not permitted.

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Meeting on Saturday for Explorer Program

Boys and girls ages 14 to 20 interested in joining the Explorer Program are invited to attend a meeting Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 4th Marine Division Memorial Park (Giggle Hill). The program is being offered by the Maui County Council, Boy Scouts of America and Maui Search and Rescue.

“The Explorer Program gives them real-world, hands-on experience,” said Robert Nakagawa, Scout executive of the Maui council. “This program will also allow them to network with professionals, and help them identify their career possibilities.”

For more information, call Adam Gaines, president of Maui Search and Rescue, at 359-3974.

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Whale Tales event at The Ritz-Carlton

Whale Trust Maui will present the 10th annual Whale Tales educational event to support whale research in the Hawaiian Islands Friday to Feb. 15 at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua.

The event will include expert presentations, a film screening, an art and education expo, a book signing, a live auction and opportunities to network with world-renowned personalities in whale research.

In addition, Whale Trust Maui has organized five days of benefit whale watches and ocean adventures with proceeds supporting Whale Tales beneficiaries, all of whom are doing whale research in Hawaii. Those excursions depart from various locations, most of which are in Lahaina.

For more information, visit whaletrust.org. or www.facebook.com/events/965187936860396/.

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Chinese New Year at County Building

Master Ben Seng Au and his Shaolin Arts Academy will again bring their cultural extravaganza to the county building in celebration of Chinese New Year at 9 a.m. on Friday. The public is invited to attend this free event on the front lawn.

Firecrackers will open the celebration, followed by a martial arts exhibition and lion dancers. Red “li-shi” envelopes will be available to “feed” the lions in the hopes of obtaining good luck during the new year.

This coming Chinese year is the year of the Yang Fire Monkey, 4714 on the Chinese Lunar calendar. Other Monkey years are 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992 and 2004.

For more information about the county’s Chinese New Year celebration, call the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development at 270-7710.

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Auditions announced for music program

The Institute of Hawaiian Music is recruiting new students for fall classes. An informational session for prospective students, parents and other interested parties will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 19 at Ka’a’ike Building, Room 105, on the University of Hawaii Maui College campus.

Auditions will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 12 in the same location. Reservations are required. Private auditions may be scheduled for those unable to attend the scheduled audition.

Students who complete the two-year program will receive an Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Music. Scholarship support is available for students in the program.

Email ihm@hawaii.edu or call 984-3570 to receive additional information about the program and to reserve a spot in the auditions.

For more information about the Institute of Hawaiian Music, see maui.hawaii.edu/ihm.

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Funeral planning subject of talk

Chris Pacheco, a community service counselor with Maui Memorial Park and Nakamura Mortuary, will discuss pre-need planning – ensuring your wishes are fulfilled and your loved ones are spared – at the 10 a.m. meeting of the South Maui Chapter of AARP on Monday. The meeting will take place in the Activities Room of Kalama Heights, 101 Kanani Road in Kihei.

Pacheco will also discuss the “Pre-Planning Guide” booklet.

AARP members, guests and visitors who want to learn more about funeral planning options, pre-planned funerals, cemetery requirements, Social Security and veterans benefits are invited to attend.

For further information, call South Maui AARP Coordinator Adele Rugg at 879 9964.

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MHS Class of ’76 cancels reunion

Maui High School’s Class of 1976 has canceled its 40th reunion, originally scheduled for April 29 at Warren and Annabelle’s in Lahaina, due to low response, according to an announcement.

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Italian food theme for potluck dinner

The Italian American Club of Maui will host a potluck dinner meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Roselani Place, 88 S. Papa Ave. in Kahului. The potluck theme is “your favorite Italian dish.” Attendees are asked to bring a dish to serve five or more people.

James “Doc” Vitale will give a presentation on Expo Milano 2015. He attended the event in September of last year.

The IACM is an Italian heritage club, but welcomes people from all cultures to join. For more information or to make a reservation, call 874-5905.

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Smart Driver Class on Monday in Paia

AARP’s Smart Driver Class will be offered from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the Kaunoa Senior Center in Spreckelsville.

These classes are designed for drivers 50 years and older but all adults are welcome to attend. The emphasis is to become more aware of common age-related physical changes, how they affect one’s driving ability, and how to compensate.

The fee is $20 (cash or check) and will be collected at the beginning of class. AARP members receive $5 discount with proof of membership.

Preregistration is requested. Call Kaunoa Senior Center at 270-7308.

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Girl Scout cookie sale begins Feb. 26

The Girl Scouts of Hawaii is kicking off the 2016 cookie season on Feb. 26 with Scouts across the islands selling at booths, door to door and through Digital Cookie, the first national digital platform that enables girls to sell cookies.

One hundred percent of the net revenue raised through the Girl Scout cookie sales in the Hawaii area stays with the Girl Scouts of Hawaii and its troops, according to an announcement.

To learn more about the Girl Scout Cookie Program and to find Girl Scouts selling cookies, visit www.girlscouts-hawaii.org.

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Maui student rally to support safe driving

A “Stop If You Love Me” campaign involving sign-waving and other activities to urge drivers to reduce risky behaviors while on the road will kick off Friday with a student assembly at Maui High School focused on sleep deprivation while driving.

An “Operation Driver Excellence” event is expected to attract 50 participants – both high school students and their parents – representing Baldwin, King Kekaulike and Maui high schools. Maui High is hosting the event beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday.

In addition to a driving skills course and collision avoidance course, the half-day event will include a distracted driving course to address the numerous distractions teens face today.

Participants in the Operation Driver Excellence event will also have the opportunity to use special goggles to experience impaired vision at different levels of blood alcohol concentrations and from the influence of prescription and illegal drugs. This will allow them to understand how alcohol and drugs affect their driving ability.

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Certified teachers will be recognized

The Hawaii State Teachers Association and Kamehameha Schools will honor 2015 National Board certified teachers from Maui County at 4:30 p.m. Friday at Kamehameha Schools Maui. The following teachers will be recognized: Matthew Birmingham, Iao Intermediate School; Brooke Holderbaum, Kamehameha Schools Maui; Alanna Kaho’ohanohano, Molokai High School; Faith Medley, Iao Intermediate School; and Kevin O’Brien, Kamehameha Schools Maui.

The National Board is recognized as the gold standard in teacher certification and was created by teachers in 1987 to advance the quality of teaching and learning. To earn the certification, teachers must demonstrate that their teaching meets the profession’s standards through a strict, peer-reviewed and performance-based process, similar to professional certification in fields such as medicine.

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Block Party at BHS on Saturday

Baldwin High School is having its second annual Block Party to benefit clubs, sports teams and organizations within the school from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday. The Block Party will take place on the front lawn of the school and will feature food trucks, food booths, craft booths and live entertainment.

Entertainment will include Na Wai Eha, BHS Hula Halau, Zenshin Daiko, BHS Drama “Godspell” performance, Kellen Kato and Maui Academy of Performing Arts dancers.

Food trucks will include Mo Ono Hawaii, Al’s BBQ Pit, Aloha Kettle Corn, DeRay’s Poi Mochi, Lau Hee’s Chicken Hekka, Kona Ice & Thai Kitchen, as well as food booths sponsored by sports teams and clubs.

Crafters include 808 Fluff Co., Wai Life, Nerium, Waikapu Pickles and Lexi’s Woodburning. All proceeds made from the event will benefit BHS clubs, sports teams and organizations.

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Science Olympiad Saturday at UH-MC

The sixth annual Maui Regional Science Olympiad Tournament will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday and continue through the morning at the University of Hawaii Maui College ‘Ike Le’a Science Building. Aspiring young scientists from middle and high schools on Maui will participate.

“The event is aimed at fostering participation, learning and interaction while providing an atmosphere of fun and creating an interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) among the students,” said Flaviana Ancheta, Maui Regional Science Olympiad director.

The participating schools are: Division B (middle school): Carden Academy, Kamehameha Schools Maui, Maui Preparatory Academy and Seabury Hall Middle School; Division C (high school): Baldwin High School, King Kekaulike High School, Maui Preparatory Academy and St. Anthony Junior-Senior High School. Students will be competing in 10 events for each division.

The top two winners in each division will advance to the 12th annual Hawaii State Finals on March 5 at Leeward Community College on Oahu.

For more information, contact Flaviana Ancheta at hsso mauiregionaldirector@gmail.com.

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Students lead peers at Rotary camp

Twenty 11th- and 12th-grade students from eight Maui high schools conducted leadership training activities with 60 10th- and 11th-grade students at a Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Camp Friday through Sunday at Camp Keanae. These student facilitators were selected from the 2015 Camp RYLA program and recently experienced four hours of intensive training in order to prepare them to lead their peers.

The goal of Camp RYLA is to assist students in developing a comprehensive view of leadership through an emphasis on teamwork, motivation and communication. RYLA is sponsored by the 10 Rotary clubs on Maui and Lanai. All expenses for the 60 campers, adult supervisors and student facilitators are paid for by the Rotary clubs.

The training and camp program is led by Rotary District 5000 Youth Chair Joanne Laird from the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset assisted by Operations Director Phylecia Platte (Lahaina Sunset), Curriculum Coordinator Wendy Acosta (Valley Isle Sunset) and Curriculum Support Zak Pacholl (Upcountry).

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Keiki Fest has vendor booth space

Crafters and vendors have until March 23 to reserve a booth at the 2016 Valley Isle Keiki Fest, set for April 9 at University of Hawaii Maui College. The event unfolds from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Great Lawn.

Booth space is $125 for vendors selling keiki-related items, while nonprofits providing hands-on activities for children will have their fees waived. All vendors will be subject to approval for the Keiki Fest.

To reserve space, contact Vanessa Kina at 250-2777 or keikifest@gmail.com.

Starting at $4.62/week.

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