Thursday · August 21

Making Waves Lecture Series Free presentation on “Studying Moloka‘i’s Coral Reefs” by Eric Brown, PhD, Marine Ecologist for Kalaupapa National Historical Park. Free and open to all.  6–7:30 p.m. at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center at Harbor Shops at Ma‘alaea. Call Pacific Whale Foundation at 249-8811 ext. 1.

Friday · August 22

Ram Dass and Friends Summer Weekend Party “A Moment for the Heart,” Studio Maui Ha‘iku Ram Dass and Friends co-create a special summer experience by blending indigenous cultures, honor of the ‘aina, genuine exploration, music, dance, laughs and moments of sheer joy. Aloha, Music, Dance, Yoga, Insights, Delicious Food and more. Program Schedule and Registration: 575-9390, www.thestudiomaui.com or www.ramdass.org.

Saturday · August 23

Bark in “da” Park 2008, A Walk for the Animals, 8–11 a.m., Keopuolani Park, Wailuku. Event features a leisurely walk for you and your pets, contests, demonstrations, food and artisan vendors, and much more. Walk as an individual or put your own “Wag n’ Walk” team together to raise money for Maui’s orphaned animals.  Call 877-3680, Ext. 14. www.mauihumanesociety.org.

Sunday · August 24

Exam review for the Hawai‘i State Board Exam with Gil McCrary at MAHA, Kihei, Sunday, August 24, 1–5 p.m. This class reviews Anatomy, Physiology, and Hawai‘i State Laws regarding Massage and massage Theory to prepare you to successfully pass the Hawai‘i State Board Exam. Cost $45. Review notebook is available for self-study $20. In binder $22. Call 879-4266.

Open House from 1–3 p.m. at the Maui School of Therapeutic Massage, 1043 Makawao Avenue, Suite 207. Hear from the faculty, meet other students, learn about our programs and what it takes to become a LMT. Enjoy free refreshments/massage. 12 Month PT and 7 Month FT programs begin in September. 650 and 800 hour program options available. Call (808) 572-1888.

Financial Stability For Our World 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.

The Cycle to the Sun bike race will be held Sunday, August 24. Road bike racers will race from Pa‘ia to the summit of Haleakala. Start time will be 6:30 a.m. from the Pa‘ia By-Pass road and Hana Highway. Meet racers from the mainland, Japan, Europe, and New Zealand. For information or registration contact Maui Cyclery, (808) 575-7469, www.cycletothesun.com.

Tuesday · August 26

The “Singles Investment Club” will meet August 26, 5:30 p.m., at Cary’s & Eddie’s Hideaway Restaurant, Kahului. The “Couples and Marrieds’” investment club will meet August 24, noon, at The Hideaway. New members welcome. No fees. Learn about investments while meeting new friends. Topic: How you could have avoided much of the pain during the last market fall. RSVP 579-9249.

Thursday · August 28

People 50+ Join our Giving Back® Mentoring team-Free Brain Gym® training August 28 and 29 from 12–4 p.m. Volunteers choose to work with children or frail elders. Everyone improves their focus, concentration, memory, balance, coordination, energy levels and more. Visit our website at www.givingbackmentoring.org. Please contact Karen Peterson of Giving Back at 573-3109 to register.

Saturday · August 30

Hale Akua Garden Farm and Launa I‘o Eco-education Center presents an Organic Farming Class: “Uses of Effective Microbes in Composting,” 12 noon–2 p.m. come learn how to build you compost most effectively. Tour organic gardens which are thriving. Come early to enjoy the grounds: swim, hot tub. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. $10 donation. Huelo. 572-9300 for information/directions.

Introduction to “Healing Dance,” Aquatic Bodywork, with Ashaman Gray at the Maui School of Therapeutic Massage. Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. The history, theory and applications of Aquatic Bodywork are taught in a heated swimming pool, followed by direct experience of Healing Dance through receiving a mini-session. Great for beginners. Tuition: $195 plus tax. Call (808) 572-1888.

Stargazing Cruises Experience a night to remember on this celestial stargazing cruise! Enjoy delicious pupu and refreshments while you hear expert narration by professional astronomer Harriet Witt. $49.95 for adults, $34.95 for children 3–12. 8–10 p.m. Departs from Lahaina Harbor. Reservations required. Call Pacific Whale Foundation at 249-8811 ext. 1.

Ongoing

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 Hawai‘i Tourism Authority and County of Maui Office of Economic Development. 249-8811 ext. 1.

SeaWees Ocean Ed-venture Fun for Preschoolers Explore the marine environment through field trips, hands-on activities, songs, stories. In August, we’ll examine animals on Hawai‘i’s coral reefs who takes it slow and who moves fast? Wednesdays, 9:30–10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5 (must be accompanied by parent/caregiver). At Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. $10/class, $40/five sessions. Advance enrollment required. 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. Banes & 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.

Learn to calm your mind so your body will respond to conflict in a stable But not rigid manner. Through breathing, meditative, and movement perspectives, Ki-Aikido teaches relaxation during movement and practical self-defense. Introduction seminar begins Thursdays in September in Wailuku for seniors, adults and teens. $40 for 4 classes including training manual. Call 244-5165 or visit www.mauikiaikido.org.

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.