Makena church hosts Blessing of Animals The annual “Blessing of the Animals” ceremony is set for 10 a.m. Dec. 11 at Keawala‘i Congregational Church in Makena. Churches celebrate the blessing of animals in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. Readings, ...

St. John’s Church will hold a Christmas Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 8992 Kula Highway. The event will feature new, vintage and gently used Christmas decorations and gifts. There also will be baked goods, takeaway food and drinks, crafts and live music. Santa will be on ...

King’s Cathedral in Kahului will hold Candy Lane 2021, a free drive-thru event, from 4 to 7 p.m. today. The event will feature a light tunnel, candy tents and online prize drawings. Candy Lane is open to the public. Social distancing will be monitored and facial masks will be used. ...

Trinity Episcopal Church by the Sea will honor the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi at 9 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. John Tomoso will celebrate Holy Eucharist and offer pet blessings, according to an announcement. Live animals should be leashed or caged and treat bags and water will be provided. ...

Hongwanji churches to mark Peace Day Hongwanji churches on Maui will have Peace Day displays through September. They will also participate in the virtual “Ring Your Bell for Peace” event, sponsored by Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii, on Sept. 21. Maui United Buddhist Women’s ...

Kula Shingon will hold a Mini Open Market from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 28 at 113 Puanani Place. Goods for sale will include nishime, beef stew, chicken hekka, shoyu chicken bento, boiled peanuts, manju, various baked goods, plants and flowers. For more information, email gkomo0409@gmail.com.