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.

The Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui meets every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Kamehameha Schools Maui High School Cafeteria. For information contact Scott Dow, 572-0586.

Saturday · July 19

Every grain of sand is a jewel waiting to be discovered. With the use of a specially designed 3D microscope, Dr. Gary Greenberg shows you the diversity of sand on gorgeous, remote beaches around the globe. You will never look at a beach the same way again. Join us for this special book signing event at Barnes & Noble Lahaina, 1 p.m.

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 Ma‘alaea 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.

The Adventure of Life will air at 7:30 a.m. Tune in to radio station KAOI 1110 AM. The Christian Science Sentinel Radio Edition interviews people who have used prayer to overcome serious problems and includes inspiring discussions on how God’s laws apply to current events and individual challenges today.  For more information, please call 871-5087.

Tuesday · July 22

The Alchemy of Art Painting a New Vision with Maui artist Elaine Starrett. Express yourself with dynamic painting to create your dreams, heal your heart, or just embrace color. Ongoing classes in Kihei at Kalama Heights, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $60 plus $15 for art supplies (acrylics, mixed-media). Call (808) 298-9551 for info to sign up.

The “Singles Investment Club” will meet on July 22, 5:30 at Cary & Eddies Hideaway. The “Couples Investment Club” will meet there at noon, on August 3. Learn about investing, while meeting others. No fees or dues. New members welcome. Topic: Those “Money Back” investments programs. Information: 579-9249.

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.

The County of Maui Volunteer Center invites all residents and visitors to “Join Hands,” the Volunteer Fair at Center Stage, Ka‘ahumanu Center, Kahului, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free door prizes, live music and hula. Learn about community programs, and sign up to volunteer with a nonprofit. You’ll help your community, and enjoy yourself. More info: 270-7150

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.

Barnes & Noble story times are every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 11 a.m. Families can sit under the story tree and listen in as the wonderful storytellers share a tale or two. Barnes & Noble, Lahaina.

Eve Hogan’s Sacred Garden of Maliko is free and open to the public daily. It is more than a beautiful nursery; it is a place to experience peace. Plants, orchids, a walking labyrinth and peace gardens. Noon–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 460 Kaluanui Rd, Makawao. www.SacredGardenMaui.com, 573-7700.

Free Public Skating at Kalama Park in Kihei. Join us at the Kalama Park skating rink every Wednesday 6–8 p.m., Friday 6–9 p.m., Saturday 6–9 p.m. Skate rental available or bring your own. Enjoy snacks and refreshments. Lots of fun for everyone.

My Life in a Nutshell… or a Wheel Barrel Memoir Writing class by Jasmyne Boswell. Whether writing for family archives or publication, this will help you start. Learn different methods for writing entries that will help you paint your portrait. Experience helpful but not necessary. Bring pen, paper or laptop, plus memories, imagination. Classes Upcountry. For information call 268-5807. www.jasmyneconsulting.com.