Thursday · September 18

Free Talk and Slide Show “Hawai‘i’s Manta Rays” Learn about Hawai‘i’s manta rays. Presented by Tim Clark, Scientific Advisor, Manta Pacific Research Foundation. Part of Pacific Whale Foundation’s Making Waves Lecture Series. 6–7 p.m. at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center in Ma‘alaea. Admission is free and open to the public. 6–7:30 p.m. Call 249-8811.

Saturday · September 20

The Olinda Chorale, a 16 piece choral ensemble presents the classic music of Ellington, Porter, Gershwin and Berlin, in Jazz, Bebop and Swing! on Saturday, September 20, 7:30 p.m., at Makawao Union Church, 1445 Baldwin Ave. Suggested Donation, $15. For more information check out our website; www.the-olinda-chorale.org.

The 13th Annual Stand for Children Rally Celebration at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center starting 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Free to public.  Local agencies and businesses will offer informational tables and Keiki-friendly activities.  Entertainment includes Maui Tang Soo Do, Steve Monroe, Zenshin Daiko Drummers, Na Keiki Makamae O Ka Nani Papa Ukulele Group, more. Sponsored by Maui Family Support Services.

Sunday · September 21

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

Wednesday · September 24

Acupressure Neck and Shoulder Release at Maui Academy of Healing Arts, Kihei. Wednesday, September 24, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Sara Rose, LMT, Jin Shin do authorized teacher. Locate and practice 5-key bilateral neck and shoulder points to release chronic tension. Self-treatment or add to massage or facial. Great for headaches, insomnia, boosting the immune system. $45. NCBTMB CEUs approved. Call 879-4266.

Complimentary Medicare luncheon seminar will take place, at noon, at “The Hideaway” (Pu‘unene and Hana). If you are 65 or close to it, join us with your spouse, learn what Medicare is, and your choices (from a person that has just gone through the process). Sponsored by the Maui Investment Club, a non-profit organization assisting the community. RSVP: 579-9249.

Thursday · September 25

Interested in exploring the effortless way of nondual presence, the ultimate spiritual practice of no practice? The meetings will be informational and experiential, based on the teachings of Peter Fenner, Ph.D., Author of Radiant Mind. Jasmyne Boswell, a coach and graduate of the Radiant Mind Course, will lead the group. Free intro September 25, 3–5 p.m. Call 268-5807.

Saturday · September 27

St. John’s Kula Festival 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year is better than ever with Hoku Award Winner Napua Greig and her halau and George Kahumoku, Jr. You can expect wonderful food, produce, plants, auction, crafters, children’s games, tea room and more. Proceeds shared with Maui Food Bank and Shriners Club. 8992 Kula Highway, across Keokea Park. Info 878-1485.

Sunday · September 28

Learn Neuromuscular Therapy (upper body series) with Jeff Sims, LMT, at MAHA, Kihei. Sundays: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 1–6 p.m. Increase your therapeutic effectiveness. Integrated NMT trigger points with massage. Cost: $312. $100 deposit by 9/15. Lower body series to follow.

Monday · September 29

Stargazing Cruise Join Pacific Whale Foundation for a celestial stargazing cruise from Lahaina Harbor featuring professional astronomer Harriet Witt. Cruise beneath a starlit sky and learn about the stars. 8–10 p.m. from Lahaina Harbor. Includes hot/cold appetizers and refreshments, including wine, Mai Tais and beer. For reservations, please call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Wednesday · October 1

Internet Marketing Workshop Learn how to get thousands of qualified visitors to your website for free. Let Internet Marketing experts, Bob and Josh Sommers show you how to convert your website into a cash generating machine. No technical experience necessary. See what everyone is raving about. 6–9 p.m. Cameron Center auditorium. $127 or $97. www.RecognizedExpert.com/workshop or call Bob 891-0449.

Ongoing

9th Life Hawai‘i, Maui’s only non-profit, no kill Cat Sanctuary is holding 3 free/low-cost Neuter clinics in September and October for male cats only. It is just as important to sterilize male cats to prevent spraying, fighting, wandering and transmission of serious cat diseases to other cats. We also have cats and kittens available for adoption. 573-3365 for information.

Onsite Coral Reef Naturalist Program Learn names of fish you’ve seen while snorkeling and how to protect Maui’s reefs at Pacific Whale Foundation’s free Coral Reef Information Station. 8 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, 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 for Preschoolers Featuring field trips, activities, songs, stories with Pacific Whale Foundaton’s marine educators. Theme (9/10 through 10/15) is “Terrific Turtles.” For ages 3–5 (must be accompanied by parent/caregiver). 9 to 10 a.m. No class 10/8. At Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. $10/class or $40 for five sessions. Advance enrollment required. Call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Cancer Support Group Meets the second and fourth Monday of every month from 12–2 p.m. at the Pacific Cancer Institute Conference Room. This group is sponsored by the Pacific Cancer Foundation and is open to cancer patients and survivors. Contact jessica@pacificcancerfoundation.org or call 243-2999 for more information or to sign up.

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.