March/ Malaki
2008

Sat, Mar 1

"A Movie and a Rant,"Women Helping Women, Ulalena Theater, Lahaina

7:00 pm. Celebrate V-Day’s Ten Year Anniversary, raise awareness and end violence against women.
Tickets $8/$22, advance sale. $10/$25, night of performance.

"Waves 1 - 5: Stillness" The Studio, Haiku

2p-6p. These 5Rhythms one-day programs with Amara will allow participants to learn each rhythm in depth and have a clearer understanding where we need to explore, expand, or discover! Cost: $65 each, $275 series.

Sun, Mar 2

"Kanaio Stupa Tibetan Monastery Hike," Sierra Club Maui, Kula

Meet 9 am across from Grandma's Coffee House to carpool.
Hike 1.5 miles up steep grade to this monument/shrine built in 1982.  Bring lunch and also bring rain gear just in case.  Hike leader: Lucienne de Naie.  Limit 18.  Call Lucienne to register at 572-8331.

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Mon, Mar 3

"The Vagina Monologues,"Women Helping Women, MACC, Kahului

7:30 pm. Celebrate V-Day’s Ten Year Anniversary, raise awareness and end violence against women.
$25, $15 for students and seniors. Purchase tickets: 242-7469, Maui Arts and Cultural Center Box Office

Mon, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 10

"SeaWees - Fun for Little Ones," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea

9:30am-10:30 am at PWF's Ocean Discovery Center at The Harbor Shops at Ma'alaea (next to Maui Ocean Center).
"Birds of a Feather- Seabirds of Hawaii." Feb 11 to Mar 10: preschoolers and their parents/caregivers explore the marine environment through field trips, hands-on activities, songs and stories. Learn about seabird habitat on land and sea, how to locate and identify our seabirds, and traditional Hawaiian names and uses for the animals. Includes a field trip to Molokini Crater for bird-watching. Join all 5 sessions, or as many as you can attend.
$10 per class or $40 for all 5 sessions. Advance reservations required. For information, call 249-8811 ext. 1

Fri, Mar 7

"Stargazing Cruise," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea Harbor

7:30pm - 9:30pm from Ma'alaea Harbor. Includes appetizers and refreshments (beer, wine, Mai Tais or soft drinks). Join Pacific Whale Foundation for a celestial stargazing cruise featuring special guest astronomer Harriett Witt. Sail beneath a starlit sky, learn about the stars, and listen to humpback whales on underwater hydrophones. A night to remember!
$49.95 for adults, Children ages 3-12 are $34.95. Pacific Whale Foundation members save 20%. For reservations, please call 1-800-WHALE-1-1 or (808) 249-8811 ext. 1

Sat, Mar 8

"Haiku Ho'olaulea and Flower Festival," Haiku Community Center, Haiku

9 am-3:30 pm, Haiku Community Center on Hana Highway. Music, food, contests, auction, farmer's market, historical display & family fun!!  Free admission!

"Scents of Knowing Personal Alchemy Immersion Series" The Studio, Haiku

1:30-4:30p. Find your scents of knowing and harmonize your internal landscape with plant intelligences. Guided by mistress of perfumes, Joana Johnston, we will work with the precious plant essences from the Scents of Knowing Alchemical Apothecary.
$75 drop-in $65 pre-pay, $180 for series

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Mon, Mar 10

"SeaWees - Fun for Little Ones," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea

9:30am-10:30 am at PWF's Ocean Discovery Center at The Harbor Shops at Ma'alaea (next to Maui Ocean Center).
"Birds of a Feather- Seabirds of Hawaii" Feb 11 to Mar 10: preschoolers and their parents/caregivers explore the marine environment through field trips, hands-on activities, songs and stories. Learn about seabird habitat on land and sea, how to locate and identify our seabirds, and traditional Hawaiian names and uses for the animals. Includes a field trip to Molokini Crater for bird-watching. Join all 5 sessions, or as many as you can attend.
$10 per class or $40 for all 5 sessions. Advance reservations required. For information, call 249-8811 ext. 1

Tue, Mar 11

"Aha Moku Council Meeting," Kula Community Center, Kula

6-9 pm.  Free.  The public is invited to attend meetings on Maui to learn about Aha Moku Councils created by the State of Hawaii to assure responsible stewardship of the clouds, forest, valleys, land, streams, fishponds and seas of Maui.

Thu, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 16

"Ocean Arts Festival," Lahaina

Lahaina celebrates the annual migration of Pacific Humpback whales with ocean arts festivities.
Thursday and Friday evenings (7 to 9pm) feature marine biologist educational presentations and videos in Campbell Park, located next to The Wharf Cinema Center.
On Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm in Banyan Tree Park, artists display their best marine-themed art for sale, while Hawaiian musicians and hula troupes entertain. Enjoy a kids ocean art contest, whale photo displays, and a Creature Feature touch pool exhibit by Maui Ocean Center. Free admission.

Sat, Mar 15

"Haleakala National Park Crater Hike," Sierra Club Maui, Pukalani

Meet at 7:30am at Bank of Hawaii, Pukalani Terrace Shopping Center to carpool to the top where the hike begins.
Hike in Sliding Sands trail (10,000') and hike out Halemau'u Trail (8,000'). Explore the crater and enjoy the absolutely breathtaking scenery. Strenuous, high elevation 11 mile all day hike. Must be in good condition. Dress warm, rain gear, hiking boots, bring lunch & water (2 liters per person - there is no water in the crater). Leader: Bob Babson. Limit 12. Call Bob at 874-1166 to register.

"Honokawai Valley Restoration," North Sugar Cane Train Station, Kaanapali

9am - 3pm. Meet in front of the North Sugar Cane Train Station, located in Kaanapali on the mountain side of Puukoli Road.
Volunteers meet every third Saturday to will uproot invasive plant species in Honokowai Valley, and may also plant indigenous plants. They will get a chance to work in sometimes wet and sunny conditions. Sun protection, long pants and closed boots are required. Bring water and snacks. Participants get to experience a private valley full of archaeological sites.
For reservations, call 1-800-942-5311 or 808-249-8811.

"Maui Humane Society's 2008 FurBall - The Wizard of Paws," Wailea Marriott, Wailea

5-11:00 pm. 5th Annual FurBall: fine dining and dancing to the sounds of The Hula Honeys. Follow the Yellow Brick Road to your DIAMOND in the Emerald City or to other great treasures! (The size of this diamond will be at least .75 ct.)
Tickets $125, $100 for Ohana Club Members.

Sun, Mar 16

"Dairy Center Classic and Exotic Car Show," Kahului

First Big Car Show of the year! Car Show is open to all classic, hot rods, british and exotic cars. Show goes from Noon - 4pm. Registration is from 10-11:30am

"Haleakala National Park Service Trip," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea and Pukalani

7:30a - 2:30pm. Participants meet in front of the Pacific Whale Foundation Store in the Harbor Shops of Ma'alaea at 7:30AM or at 8:15 am in the parking lot of Tavares Community Center, located in Pukalani. See spectacular views at 7,000 feet, watch rare native birds and save unique ecosystems found nowhere else on earth. Come to Haleakala National Park every third Sunday from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Pacific Whale Foundation hosts a group of eleven volunteers to pull invasive pine trees and enjoy picnic lunch afterwards at Hosmer Grove. Conifers, or pine trees are not native to Hawai'i and have become an invasive weed crowding out rare native plants. Warm clothes, long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. Bring water and lunch to enjoy at Hosmer Grove afterwards. Transportation is provided.
For more information, call 800-942-5311 or 808-249-8811.

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Mon, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 21

"Spring Break Ocean Discovery Camp," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea

8:30am - 4:00pm at the airconditioned classrooms at PWF’s Discovery Center, downstairs at the Harbor Shops at Ma’alaea (next to Maui Ocean Center).
Campers can sign up for the whole week or by days. During the two weeks, campers participate in many field trips, including a trip to Maui Ocean Center, windsurfing lessons, surfing lessons, tidepool explorations, whalewatching, the beach and more. In addition, campers select from a variety of educational classroom activities focused on scientific exploration, such as squid dissections, or arts and crafts, such as fish printing.
The weekly rate is $275 for PWF members ($344 for nonmembers). The daily rate is $68 for PWF members ($79 for nonmembers). The cost of a PWF family membership is $55. To register, please call (808) 249-8811, ext. 1

Mon, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 26

"Only in Hawai'i Naturalist Presentations," Maui Ocean Center, Ma'alaea Harbor

Approximately 25% of all marine life in Hawaii can be found nowhere else on earth, making this a very unique marine environment. During this special 10 day event, naturalist presentations will focus on Hawaii's endemic species. Presentations are held in the Living Reef at 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, and 1:30pm. Presentations in the Open Ocean exhibit are held at 11:00am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, and 3:00pm. Turtle Lagoon presentations are at 10:30am and 2:30pm.

Wed, Mar 19

"Sharkwater," Maui Film Festival, MACC, Kahului

5:00 pm and 7:30 pm shows, Castle Theater. Admission is $12 single, $10 with Maui Film Festival Passport.
Light dinners, desserts & beverages available 4:30-7:30 pm, Founders Courtyard.
For more info: (808) 572-3456 or www.mauifilmfestival.com

Thu, Mar 20

"Breakfree Concert," MACC, Kahului

7:00 pm, McCoy Studio Theater. This is the first concert and wholesome evening by the Maui United Pentecostal Church to reach out to youth in the community. Introducing the IGNYTE Band in an evening filled with uplifting music, life-changing skits, videos and a raffle to energize their youth.

Fri, Mar 21

"Full Moon Tidepool Exploration," Pacific Whale Foundation, South Maui Tidepool

7:00 pm - 8:30pm at a South Maui tidepool. PWF’s marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam Hawaii’s tidepools at night. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Refreshments will be provided.
Adults $10, Children $5. Advance reservations required. Call (808) 249-8811 or 1-800-942-5311.

"Full Moon Whale Song Serenade Cruise," Pacific Whale Foundation, Lahaina Harbor

7:30 pm - 9:30pm. Onboard the new high tech power catamaran Ocean Discovery, cruise beneath a Maui moon, and hear the haunting sounds of humpback whales on underwater hydrophones. The appetizer menu includes teriyaki chicken strips, meatballs in marinara sauce, vegetable crudite platter with warm artichoke and spinach dip, and homemade rolls. The ticket price includes beer, wine and Mai Tais, plus soda and juices.
Adults $49.95, Children 3-12 $34.95. For reservations, call (808) 249-8811 or 1-800-942-5311.

"Keola Beamer & R. Carlos Nakai," MACC, Kahului

7:30 pm, McCoy Theater. Soothe your soul and lift your spirits with the nahenahe music of two internationally recognized, multi-award winning master musicians. Slack Key virtuoso, Keola Beamer and R. Carlos Nakai, the world’s premier Native American flutist.
Tickets: $30, $35

Fri, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 23

"16th Annual Celebration of the Arts," Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

The three day festival held at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua celebrates the rich culture and history of the Hawaiians throughout generations. This is a unique opportunity to experience the authenticity of “Hawaiian heart and soul” through demonstrations in hula and chant in this hands-on festival of Hawaiian art and culture. For more information call 808-669-6200.

Sat, Mar 22

"Incubus," MACC, Kahului

6:00 pm, A&B Amphitheater, gates open at 5 pm. Multi-platinum selling alternative rock super group known for such mega hits as “Drive”, “Wish You Were Here”, “Megalomaniac” and “Dig” plus so many more, ending their tour in support of their sixth album Light Grenades. Incubus will be supported by SILVERSUN PICKUPS - voted MTV’s best new band of 2007. Just announced: Tim Curran & band will join the show! A King Michel production.
Tickets: $45 advance, $55 day of show. General admission ... no reserved seats; lawn & bleacher seating only.
Tickets also available at Old Lahaina Book Emporium in Lahaina, Premiere Video & Music in Kihei, Maui Magic Box in Makawao, Request Music in Wailuku

Sun, Mar 23

"Unity Church Easter Service," MACC, Kahului

10:30 am, open to the public.

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Mon, Mar 24 - Fri, Mar 28

"Spring Break Ocean Discovery Camp," Pacific Whale Foundation, Ma'alaea

8:30am - 4:00pm at the airconditioned classrooms at PWF’s Discovery Center, downstairs at the Harbor Shops at Ma’alaea (next to Maui Ocean Center).
Campers can sign up for the whole week or by days. During the two weeks, campers participate in many field trips, including a trip to Maui Ocean Center, windsurfing lessons, surfing lessons, tidepool explorations, whalewatching, the beach and more. In addition, campers select from a variety of educational classroom activities focused on scientific exploration, such as squid dissections, or arts and crafts, such as fish printing.
The weekly rate is $275 for PWF members ($344 for nonmembers). The daily rate is $68 for PWF members ($79 for nonmembers). The cost of a PWF family membership is $55. To register, please call (808) 249-8811, ext. 1

Tue, Mar 25

"Focus Green: Suzanne Malec-McKenna," MACC, Kahului

6:00 pm, McCoy Studio Theater. Suzanne Malec-McKenna has served for nearly 14 years in the Department of Environment most recently as Deputy Commissioner of Natural Resources and Water Quality. Prior to joining City government she worked as an Urban Forestry Manager for the Openlands Project. Tickets: $5; students free w/ID. Proceeds donated to Maui Coastal Land Trust.

Wed, Mar 26

"Prince Kuhio Day Celebration," Banyan Tree Park, Lahaina

9am to 5pm. Procession, crafts, entertainment and a music performance by Willie K.
Free

"Samsara," Maui Film Festival, MACC, Kahului

5:00 pm and 7:30 pm shows, Castle Theater. Admission is $12 single, $10 with Maui Film Festival Passport.
Light dinners, desserts & beverages available 4:30-7:30 pm, Founders Courtyard.
For more info: (808) 572-3456 or www.mauifilmfestival.com

Thu, Mar 27

"Aha Moku Council Meeting," Tavares Community Center, Pukalani

6-9 pm.  Free.  The public is invited to attend meetings on Maui to learn about Aha Moku Councils created by the State of Hawaii to assure responsible stewardship of the clouds, forest, valleys, land, streams, fishponds and seas of Maui.

Fri, Mar 28

"10th Annual 'Sleep with the Sharks' Aquarium Sleepover," Maui Ocean Center, Ma'alaea Harbor

Children in grades 3 through 8 are invited to spend the night among the creatures of the sea and learn about what happens on a coral reef after the sun goes down. Children will also have the unique opportunity to feed sea turtles and hammerhead sharks, rotate through special education stations, watch movies, and explore the aquarium after dark to see which reef creatures are awake at night. The sleepover starts at 5:30pm Friday night and ends at 8:00am on Saturday morning and includes a pizza party, pancake breakfast, and more! Price is $60 per child with a 15% discount for Maui Ocean Center members. Reservations are required; call (808) 270-7075.

"Inland Fish Pond Restoration," Maui Coastal Land Trust, Waihee

7:45am - 12pm. Participants meet at 7:45 am in front of Maui Coastal Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 West Vineyard Stree in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church.
Maui Coastal Land Trust hosts a group of volunteers to clear and pull invasive plant species. Volunteers will be privy to unique cultural education and information. Sun protection, long pants and closed boots are required. Bring water and snacks to enjoy.
For reservations, call 1-800-942-5311 or 808-249-8811.

"Loochoo Nu Kwa: Children of Loochoo," MACC, Kahului

7:00 pm, Castle Theater. Featuring Ryukyu/Okinawan court dances rarely performed for the public, with introduction to the pieces narrated in story form.
Tickets: $25, $20 seniors age 65+ and kids 12/under.

Sat, Mar 29

"Andy Bumatai," MACC, Kahului

7:30 pm, McCoy Studio Theater. From TV’s All in the Ohana to the Monarch Room of The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Andy has tickled audiences’ funny bones from here to the mainland.
Tickets: $25, 1/2 price kids 12 & under.

"Honokawai Valley Restoration," North Sugar Cane Train Station, Kaanapali

9am - 3pm. Meet in front of the North Sugar Cane Train Station, located in Kaanapali on the mountain side of Puukoli Road.
Volunteers meet every third Saturday to will uproot invasive plant species in Honokowai Valley, and may also plant indigenous plants. They will get a chance to work in sometimes wet and sunny conditions. Sun protection, long pants and closed boots are required. Bring water and snacks. Participants get to experience a private valley full of archaeological sites.
For reservations, call 1-800-942-5311 or 808-249-8811.

Sun, Mar 30

"Sean Kingston and Collie Buddz," MACC, Kahului

6:00 pm, A&B Amphitheater, gates open at 5 pm. 18-year-old Sean Kingston took the airwaves by storm last year with his unmistakable hit “Beautiful Girls”. Combining his various musical stylings into one undeniable sound, Sean Kingston had 2007's #1 song across the country, #1 ring tone in the country, and was the #1 artist on MySpace.com. Special guest Collie Budz combines the timeless roots of this music with the sweatiest dancehall sounds.
Tickets: $40 advance, $50 day of show.

Sun, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 6

"Heartbeat: A 5Rhythms Retreat" The Studio, Haiku

Work with the art of inner listening, following, fluidity and surrender. Use the 5Rhythms movement meditation to follow, release and even delight in the rivers of our own emotional waves. This work is for anyone who wants to transform the weight of old feelings into fuel for creativity, compassion and aliveness.
$325 pre-reg, $350 after Mar 21

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Mon, Mar 31

"North Shore Historic Tour," Sierra Club Maui, Pa'ia

Meet 9 am at Pa'ia Community Center.
Hike Mama's Fish House to Maliko Gulch (approx. 9am to noon). Learn about the rich history of this scenic coastal area from ancient fishing villages to plantation days. Route includes sand, dirt and rocky areas. Hike leader: Lucienne de Naie. Call 572-8331 to register.


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