Friday · July 11

Liz Janes-Brown “Celebration of Life” Gala Proceeds benefit Ola Maui and Hospice Maui, 7–11 p.m., The Studio Maui. Honor the woman who exemplified living life to its fullest after a breast cancer diagnosis. Includes yoga, art show, silent auction, pupu, tribute to “Betty,” artistic dance/music performance debut, “Devotion in Motion” featuring Sarala Dandekar, Ty Burhoe, Steve Oda. $50. www.thestudiomaui.com, 575-9390.

Saturday · June 12

“Classical Music of India,” Ty Burhoe and Steve Oda in concert, 7:30 p.m. at the Temple of Peace, Ha‘iku. Experience world class musical improvisation in all it’s glory, classical music of India. Kama‘aina $10, limited seating, come early enjoy divinely delicious Indian dinner next door at Higher Taste Dining Club. Temple of Peace, 575 Ha‘iku Rd. 575-5220.

Come learn basic concepts of raw food cuisine Raw food chef Dorrie explores the world of greens, fruits, raw nuts and seeds. Discover the importance of soaking/sproating, hands-on kitchen planting and planning, introduction to equipment. Culinary demos provide “uncooking” skills to create easy raw smoothies, soups, sauces, noodles, desserts. Taste samples provided. $175. July 12. Email starfox0007@yahoo.com for registration.

Monday · July 14

Ocean Academy for Teens Interested in becoming a marine scientist? This 5-day program with Pacific Whale Foundation introduces you to coral reef ecology, laboratory investigations, and marine mammal research. 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily and weekly rates available. For ages 13–18. To register, call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Tuesday · July 15

How to save our deteriorating coral reefs is the topic of the Kihei Community Association’s meeting on Lipoa at 6:30 p.m. at the community center, with free cloth grocery bags from County Recycling Division. Join the KCA at 6 p.m. for talk story, Round Table Pizza before presentation. Bring canned food for Maui Food Bank. More at 879-5390 or www.gokihei.org.

The “Singles Investment Club” will meet on July 15, 5:30 p.m., Cary & Eddie’s Hideaway in Kahului. Open to the public. Learn about investments while meeting others. No fees or dues. Topic: Saving Your Retirement Nest-egg. “Couples Club” to meet July 13, noon, at the Hideaway. RSVP: Monica 579-9249.

Thursday · July 17

Free Talk and Slide Show: “A Grain of Sand, Nature’s Secret Wonder.” Dr. Gary Greenberg will present fascinating magnified images of sand. Part of the Making Waves lecture series. 6 to 7 p.m. at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center in Ma‘alaea. Admission is free and open to the public.

Friday · July 18

Full Moon “Maui Magic” Cruise A full moon at sea. Expert narration by professional astronomer Harriet Witt. Great pupu and drinks, all ingredients for a truly magical, evening with Pacific Whale Foundation. From Lahaina Harbor, 8 to 10 p.m. For reservations, please call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Full Moon Tidepool Exploration Brittle stars, urchins, octopi, oh my. Meet fascinating creatures that roam Hawai‘i’s tidepools at night. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at a South Maui tidepool. For people ages 6 and over. $10 per adult and $5 per child. Reservations required. Call Pacific Whale Foundation at 249-8811 ext. 1.

Fundamentals of Self-Acupressure with Sara Rose, LMT. Maui Academy of the Healing Arts, Kihei. Learn a full body self-treatment to awaken your energy pathways, restore inner balance, relax body, mind. Includes Qi Gong (Pal Dan Gum) and Hara Breathing Meditation. Handbook covers 25-point treatment and specific Self-Care releases. Bring large bath or beach towerl. 9–4 p.m. Cost $90. Call 879-4266.

Sunday · July 20

Haleakala National Park Service Trip Through Volunteering on Vacation, a program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, go to Haleakala National Park from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to pull invasive weeds. Free transportation from Maalaea and Pukalani, park admission, t-shirt.  Sponsored by County of Maui Office of Economic Development and Hawai‘i Tourism Authority. Call 249-8811 ext. 1 for reservations.

Maui Academy of the Healing Arts Open House, Sunday, July 20, 3–4 p.m. come learn about an exciting career in massage at Maui’s oldest established massage therapy school. Beginning in August, Level I classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6–9 p.m. and Saturdays 2:30–6:30 p.m. Call 879-4266.

Monday · July 21

Learn Lomi Lomi II Massage with Jackie “Kaupa” Tyler and Jeana Naluai, LMT’s, MAHA, Kihei, 7/21–8/2. Mon/Wed, 6–9 p.m.; Sat, 9–2 p.m. Specific Lomi techniques will be shown to address the following areas: neck/shoulder, low back, knees, hips and carpal tunnel. Cost $320. Call 879-4266.

Saturday · July 26

Eco-Farm Class: Organic Gardening for Pleasure and Profit, 2–4 p.m. come learn tips on organic gardening and talk story with organic farmer Robbie Friedlander about how to sell extra produce to stores and restaurants, grow food to sell as a business. 2–4 p.m., come early to enjoy the grounds; swim, hot tub. 1–2 p.m. $10 donation. Huelo. Call 572-9300.

Ongoing

All new dance Renée Beauvais, artistic director of TILT Contemporary Dance gives fun, contemporary training in classic dance. Join TILT’s pre-professional program, ages 8 and up, starting July 21, Mondays, MACC Omori studio A. Beg/Int contemporary dance 2:30–4 p.m. Beg/Int ballet 4:30–6 p.m. $15/class; $120/10 classes; 20 classes $215. Private sessions available. Registration: www.tiltdance.org/class.htm. 572-3094 or info@tiltdance.org for information.

Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program Learn names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8 a.m.–noon at Wailea’s Ulua Beach. Sponsored by Hawaii Tourism Authority and County of Maui Office of Economic Development. 249-8811 ext. 1.