Saturday · October 11

“Kathak”, Classical Dance and Music of North India Bageshree Vaze and Vineet Vyas present Hindustani music and Kathak dance. Graceful moves, blinding footwork, brilliant singing voice, masterful tabla create the highest artistic expression. Guest appearances by Sarala Dandekar, Manju Chattopattaya. The Studio Maui, 7 p.m., $15 (cash only). Hindustani Music and Kathak Dance Workshops: October 6–9. Info: 269-3499. www.saraladance.com.

Tuesday · October 14

Full Moon “Maui Magic” Cruise Enjoy a full moon cocktail cruise narrated by award winning professional astronomer Harriet Witt. Enjoy hot and cold appetizers and refreshments. Includes up to 3 alcoholic beverages for each adult with valid I.D. Adults $49.95, children ages 3–12 $34.95. From Lahaina Harbor, 8–10 p.m. Call 249-8811 ext. 1 or visit pacificwhale.org.

Medicare Luncheon (free) If you are 65, or soon will be, join us to learn what Medicare is all about from someone that has just gone through the ordeal. Learn what Medicare is, and your options. Spouses and friends welcome. Noon at “The Hideaway Restaurant” (Hana and Pu‘unene). Sponsored by the Maui Investment Club, a non-profit organization. RSVP 579-9249.

Thursday · October 16

Free Talk with Dr. Dale Bonar Dr. Dale Bonar, Executive Director of Maui Coastal Land Trust, will speak about wetlands and coastal restoration and protection as part of Pacific Whale Foundation’s Making Waves lecture series. At Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center in Ma‘alaea Harbor (next to Maui Ocean Center). Free. 6–7 p.m. Call 249-8811 for info.

Saturday · October 18

Organic Farming Class: uses of Effective Microorganisms in Composting, 12–2 p.m. Sherrie Klappert and Jon Tallma present new technologies which enrich the harvest and vitality of your food. Encore class due to popular demand. Come tour the thriving gardens at Hale Akua Garden Farm in Huelo. $10 donation. For directions call 572-9300 or go to www.HaleAkuaGardenFarm.com.

Sunday · October 26

The Maui Pops Orchestra’s annual family-friendly “Halloween Spooktacular” concert will be in the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 3:30 p.m. Orchestra members will be in costume, and the public is invited to join in the fun and wear costumes too. Prizes will be given, and mayhem may ensue.

Friday · October 31

Keiki Halloween Cruise to Lahaina Enjoy an alcohol-free, family style cruise to Lahaina’s Halloween celebration with Pacific Whale Foundation. This cruise features hot and cold entrées and refreshments. Spend 2 hours in Lahaina, then enjoy coffee and dessert on your return voyage. Costumes Welcome. Ma‘alaea Harbor departure: 3:15 p.m. Adults $54.95, children 12 and under $34.95.

Visit Lahaina’s Halloween celebration without traffic. Pacific Whale Foundation cocktail cruise from Ma‘alaea Harbor features hot and cold entrées, refreshments, and up to 3 alcoholic beverages for adults with valid ID. Spend 2 hours in Lahaina, then enjoy coffee, dessert on your return voyage. Costumes welcome. Ma‘alaea departures: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:45 p.m. $64.95. Children 12 and under $59.95.

Monday · November 3

Learn Polarity Massage at the Maui Academy of the Healing Arts with Cathy Schaffer Terrell, MAT#1485, registered Polarity Practitioner and Certified Polarity Educator. Mondays 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 6–9 p.m.; Saturdays 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Learn to balance the body’s energy. Cost $350 (plus tax) or $300 (plus tax) if paid in full by 10/20. Call 879-4266.

Ongoing

9th Life Hawai‘i, Maui’s only nonprofit, no kill cat rescue and sanctuary is happy to announce our brand new adoption cattery is home to some exceptionally loving and beautiful cats and kittens. Several are bottle babies that are especially affectionate as they were hand-raised. All sizes and colors. Come take a look. For an adoption appointment please call 573-3365.

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.

Cancer Support Group-Longevity, Breathing and Relaxation Class Held every Wednesday from 3–4 p.m. at the YMCA. These classes are taught by Kurt Miyajima and are sponsored by the Pacific Cancer Foundation and are free to cancer patients, survivors, friends and family. Contact jessica@pacificcancerfoundation.org or call 243-2999 for more information or to sign up.

Chi Gung Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3–4 p.m. at the YMCA. This class is a movement class is free for cancer patients and survivors and is sponsored by the Pacific Cancer Foundation. Contact jessica@pacificcancerfoundation.org or call 243-2999 for more information or to sign up.

Latin and Ballroom Dance Classes Oct.–Dec. weekly Swing and Foxtrot dance classes by Dance Professional, Rita O’Connor. All levels. Teens through Adults. Couples, singles, Beginners welcome. Every Wednesday, 6:30–9 p.m. Kihei Community Center. Only $50 for 3 months of weekly dance classes. Halloween Costume and Dance Party October 29. Call 879-0055; rita@alohaballroom.com; www.alohaballroom.com.

Maui Family YMCA Wanted: Donated items for our YMCA Yard Sale October 18. Drop off items at the Maui Family YMCA between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays or anytime weekends (250 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului) or call Gil at 242-9007 for pick up. Sales benefit the YMCA Camp Keanae. Mahalo.

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.