Thursday · November 20

Free Talk “The Kaho‘olawe Island Resources Management Program—Researching the (Former) Target Island’s Marine Environment” By Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission. 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. 6–7:30 p.m. 249-8811.

Saturday · November 22

Taste of Maui Legends and Lore Sunset Cruise Explore Hawai‘i’s culture and history on a sunset cocktail cruise. Enjoy local-style appetizers and refreshments. Adults $49.95, children ages 3–12 $34.95. From Lahaina Harbor, 5–7 p.m. Call Pacific Whale Foundation at 249-8811 ext. 1.

Tuesday · November 25

Medicare luncheon, complimentary. If you are 65 or soon will be, have lunch with us and learn all there is about Medicare from a person that has just gone through the ordeal. This is an “educational” lunch; no specific plans will be discussed. Noon at The Hideaway Restaurant, Kahului, (Pu‘unene). Spouses and friends welcome. RSVP to Monica at 579-9249.

The Maui Investment Club will hold it’s monthly meeting, Tuesday, November 25, 5:30 p.m., at The Hideaway Restaurant in Kahului (Pu‘unene). New members and guests welcome. Learn about your investments, what you have, what you should have. Topic: Fire your broker, and start doing it yourself. Please RSVP to Monica at 579-9249.

Thursday · November 27

Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the fixings on a sunset dinner cruise. Includes dinner, dessert, refreshments and drinks. Adults $84.95, children ages 3–12 $49.95. 5:30–7:30 p.m. from Lahaina Harbor. For reservations, call Pacific Whale Foundation at 249-8811 ext. 1.

Friday · November 28

Stargazing Cruise Join Pacific Whale Foundation for a celestial stargazing cruise featuring professional astronomer Harriet Witt. Cruise beneath a beautiful nighttime sky. Includes appetizers and refreshments. Adults $49.95, children ages 3–12 $34.95. 7:30–9:30 p.m. from Lahaina Harbor. For reservations, call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Saturday · November 29

8th Annual E Ho‘oulu Aloha—To Grow In Love. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Uluwehi Guerrero, Lei‘ohu Ryder, Richard Ho‘opi‘i, Halau Hula Kauluokala, Halau Na Pua O Kealani from Hokkaido, Japan, Kumu Hula Auli‘i Mitchell and Halau O Kahiwahiwalana O‘A‘Ana, Na Leo Lani O Maui. Hawaiian food, arts, crafts, silent auction. $10 advance/$15 event. Under 12 free w/paid adult. Bailey House Museum 244-3326.

Learn Table-Style Shiatsu Massage at the Maui Academy of the Healing Arts with Judy Villanueva, MAT#5942, from the Grand Wailea. Saturdays 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.; Mondays 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 6–9 p.m. Learn to do a 1-hour Shiatsu routine on a table. Cost: $275. Call 879-4266.

Welcome Home the Whales Join Pacific Whale Foundation on a celebration cruise to welcome back the humpback whales. Includes refreshments. Adults $24.95, children ages 7–12 $17. Ma‘alaea departures 8 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Lahaina departures 8:30 and 11 a.m. Whale sightings guaranteed, or you go again free. For reservations, call 249-8811 ext. 1.

Sunday · November 30

Carioca returns to Maui with his wonderful presence and music “Alegria.” A virtuoso guitarist and accomplished multi instrumentalist, Carioca embodies the vibrant essence of Brazilian music. Blessed with naturally great technical ability and expansive imagination, his playing blends rhythmic vitality with an elegant lyricism, resonant soulfulness and his beautiful voice. Studio Maui Ha‘iku, 575-9390. 7:30 p.m. $18.

Free/Low Cost cat spay/neuter clinic by 9th Life Hawai‘i November 30. Other dates by appointment. It’s important to sterilize male cats too. It should eliminate fighting, spraying, wandering and reduce spread of disease from cat to cat. Cats are picked up and returned to designated places by volunteers and driven to our clinic for surgery. Call 575-3365. Follow instructions.

Saturday · December 6

12th Annual Pa‘ia Bay Beachfest 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Bodyboard and surf contest hosted by the Pa‘ia Youth and Cultural Center. The contest includes 6 divisions: Menehune, Juniors, Men’s Open, Drop Knee Open, Women’s Open, and Freestyle Surf Open. Early Bird Entry Fee $20, day of entry is $30, additional division entries $10. Call 579-8354 or visit us at www.pyccmaui.org.

Ongoing

Cancer Support Group-Longevity, Breathing and Relaxation Class Held every Friday from 3–4 p.m. at the YMCA. These free classes taught by Kurt Miyajima are free to cancer patients, survivors, families and caregivers. This class is sponsored by the Pacific Cancer Foundation. To register call 243-299 or email jessica@pacificcancerfoundation.org.

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 free 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.

Free Cancer Screening The free screenings that will be offered are for breast, prostate, and skin cancers. It will be held at the Cancer Center Medical Oncology section of Maui Memorial Hospital. This service is sponsored by The Pacific Cancer Foundation. For questions and general information about the screenings email jessica@pacificcancerfoundation.org or call 243-2999.

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. Bring pen, paper or laptop, plus memories, imagination. Classes Upcountry. For information call 268-5807. www.jasmyneconsulting.com.