Sing-Along with “Uncle Wayne” and Howling Dog Band at 3 Maui Libraries
“Uncle Wayne” Watkins and the Howling Dog Band, a popular musical quartet for keiki, will perform at three Maui public libraries from Thursday, March 17 through Saturday, March 19. Admission is free.
All young children and especially 2 to 6 year olds, accompanied by a parent or caregiver, are invited to experience an energetic, educational, and entertaining performance by Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band. “Uncle Wayne” Watkins, an Early Childhood educator and children’s advocate, will inspire children to laugh, dance, and sing-along to classic children’s songs as well as his original compositions, accompanied by his Band.
The Maui Friends of the Library and the Kay A. Edwards Memorial Fund are sponsoring these one-hour programs.
Join Uncle Wayne and the Howling Dog Band for a “howling-good time” at these libraries:
* March 17, 10 a.m. – Makawao Public Library (ph. 573-8785)
* March 18, 10 a.m. – Wailuku Public Library (ph. 243-5766)
* March 19, 10:30 a.m. – Kihei Public Library (ph. 875-6833)
The event schedule is subject to change.
If a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed, contact the hosting library as soon as possible.
For more information, please call the hosting library or visit www.librarieshawaii.org.
Queen Ka’ahumanu Center Queen’s Birthday Celebration
A celebration in honor of Queen Ka’ahumanu’s birthday will be held Friday, March 18, from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. A special ceremony will be conducted by the ‘Ahahui Ka’ahumanu Society including oli (chant), pule (blessing), history, hula, mele (song) and draping of lei on the Queen’s statue. Following protocol, falsetto master and Hawaiian music legend, Uncle Richard Ho’opi’i and ‘ohana will perform.
Pūnana Leo o Maui 244-5676
Ho’omau 2016
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens
Saturday, March 19th
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
All ages
Ho’omau is the annual fundraising event that supports programming for Pūnana Leo o Maui Hawaiian Language Immersion preschool. This is the premier Hawaiian language and entertainment event of the year for the entire ‘ohana (family).
Musical line up
Keiki of Pūnana Leo o Maui, Kula Kaiapuni o Maui, Kula Kaiapuni o Lahaina, Ke Kula ʻo Samuel Kamakau, the Lim Family, Piilani Arias, Derek Benitez, Kamaka Kukona and Hālau o ka Hanu Lehua, Hoʻomanawanui Apo, and Maunalua.
Cultural Practitioners
Pohaku Kahoʻohanohano & Haumāna – lauhala weaving
Kala Baybayan – navigation
Ki’i Kaho’ohanohano, Kawehi Ku’ailani, Maluhia Zorzi, Leilani Digmon-Keahi – ola kino
Jocelyn Costa & Clair Apana – genealogy workshop and kūʻē petition
Jimmy Saganawit- net making
June Kaʻaihue- lei making
Keli’i Makua- traditional tatau
Hoku’au Peligrino & Nameaaea Hoshino- ku’i kalo
PATCH Maui Presents: Let’s Communicate Through Sign #116
CANOES: Growth & Development – 1.5 hours, Planning Learning Experiences – 1.5 hours / CDA: SA8 – 1.5 hours, SA2 – 1.5 hours
FREE professional development and parent information on learning basic signs, developmental milestones, & activities to use with infants & preschoolers.
Early Childhood Education Professionals at HAEYC Maui Conference signing, horse.
Saturday, March 19th, 2016
10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Maui PATCH Office
Pu’uone Plaza, 1063 L. Main St., Ste. C217, Maui
PATCH’s mission is to support & improve the quality & availability of care for the young people of Hawai’i.
Montessori Hale O Keiki Tinsel Town 2016 874-7441
“Prepare to experience the red-carpet glamour of Hollywood and be wined and dined by Maui’s top restaurants! Enjoy sumptuous food, live and silent auction and dancing as we celebrate 24 years of Montessori education in South Maui with Montessori Hale O Keiki!
Saturday, March 19th, 2016
6pm, 5:30pm Early Registration
Manoli’s Pizza Company
100 Wailea Ike Drive, Wailea
Music by Maui DJ Dan Weisman
For more info please call the school office:
(808) 874-7441
or email event coordinator at [email protected]
Event Website: https://mhok.ejoinme.org/TinselTown2016 ”
Maui 5K
Maui 5K
Ma’alaea Triangle, Wailuku
Sunday, March 20th
Starts at 7:00 AM
All Ages/All Abilities
A 5K run or 1 Mile run/walk to benefit Maui Schools physical fitness, play & athletic programs.
Maui Mall 877-8952
Easter Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 19th
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join us to celebrate Easter with a special performance by the Maui Cartoon Characters and the Easter Bunny. Enjoy keiki crafts, glitter tattoos, balloon animals, giveaways and more.
Maui Pops Orchestra 878-6500
Maui Pops Orchestra “Maui Pops into Spring”
Maui Arts & Cultural Center Castle Theater
Sunday, March 20th
3:00 PM
All ages
Presenting internationally acclaimed pianist, Ian Parker performing Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1. Also on the program is Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov featuring exotic violin solos performed by guest Concertmaster, Andrew Sords.
Maui Family YMCA 242-9007
Gym & Swim
Tuesdays, March 1 – 29
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
1 – 4 year olds
This parent/child program is designed to help children explore and discover how to move and use their bodies. This is a great way to have your little one gain confidence in and around the water as well. Our goal is to introduce physical education through fun, songs, and swimming.
Queen Ka’ahumanu Center 877-4325
275 E. Ka’ahumanu Ave., Kahului
Photos with the Easter Bunny
March 12 – 26
Monday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM and Sunday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The bug bunny himself will be on hand for Spring-themed photos. For more information contact guest service at (808) 877-4325.
Kula Country Farms 878-8381
Strawberry U-Pick Patch
Located on Kula Hwy. across from Rice Park
Beginning in March
It’s strawberry season and you will be delighted with the sweetest strawberries that you and your family can go out and pick yourselves. There is also a wonderful Children’s Garden with all kinds of activities.
Maui Ocean Center 270-7000
Sleep with the Sharks
Friday, March 18
7:00 PM – 9:00 AM
For ages 6-13
Each child must be accompanied by an adult 21 years +
Roll out your sleeping bags next to the Open Ocean exhibit or the mesmerizing Sea Jellies! Explore the Aquarium after dark, engage in marine-themed activities, see the animals’ nocturnal behaviors, and more! Includes marine naturalist guided activities, movie time snacks, continental breakfast, a souvenir decal, and all day admission to the Aquarium the next day! Reservations are required; space is limited.
Turtle-rrific Thursday
Thursday, March 17
2:00 PM
Come face-to-face with Hawaiian green sea turtles during Turtle-rrific Thursday at Maui Ocean Center. Beginning at 2pm, the Aquarium’s curatorial team will host an interactive presentation at Hammerhead Harbor. Guests will learn about the green sea turtles’ biology, behavior, and diet from the team that cares for the animals on a daily basis
Join a knowledgeable marine naturalist and discover fascinating facts about sharks and sea turtles. Go behind-the-scenes and explore the Aquarium lab and discover what it takes to care for the marine animals. Guests will assist with a feeding at Turtle Lagoon and Hammerhead Harbor. $10 plus Aquarium admission. Appropriate for all ages. (808) 270- 7012 for reservations.
Talk Story & Hula Lessons with Kahu Dane Maxwell and ‘Ohana
Tuesdays, 11:45 AM
Hear from Maui Ocean Center’s Hawaiian Cultural Advisor Kahu Dane Maxwell. At 11:45am, Kahu Dane Max- well and ‘Ohana (family) will conduct a talk story session and hula lesson at the end of the Open Ocean exhibit tunnel. Schedule subject to change. Appropriate for all ages.
Wet Naturalist
Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Join a Wet Naturalist at the Tide Pool and/or Discovery Pool for a hands-on presentation about Hawaii’s marine invertebrates! A marine naturalist will conduct the presentation from within the exhibit, allowing guests to see, touch, and learn about sea stars, sea cucumbers, urchins, and more.
Maui Historical Society 244-3326
Hale Ho`ike`ike, 2375A Main Street
Wailuku, Maui 96793
E Ho`oulu `Ike: Cultural Enrichment Workshops
Mondays 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
All ages welcome! Featuring a Hawaiian cultural artisan, activity, educational presentation, demonstration or display. Free community workshop.
Lahaina Animal Farm
Petting Zoo
Monday-Friday petting zoo
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
The Lahaina Animal Farm Petting Zoo Tour is a “hands on” experience… feed the animals, fish in our pond, go on a treasure hunt, give the pigs a bath, see where chickens lay their eggs, cheer on a tortoise race, and even ride a horse! The cost is $19 per kama’aina ($25 visitor rate); Keiki under 2 years old are FREE.
Surfing Goat Dairy 878-2870
Evening Chore Tour
3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula
Ongoing event
Monday-Saturday
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
All age levels are appropriate
Assist in our evening chores. Learn to hand milk a goat, then help with the evening feedings and learn more about our award winning cheeses and how they are made. $12 for kids $15 for adult
Grand Dairy Tour
3651 Omaopio Rd., Kula
Ongoing event
Every Saturday at 9:00 AM
All age levels are appropriate
A two-hour hands-on visit and tasting experience you will love. Bring your family and friends! Be a goat herder for the day, even try to milk a goat. Includes a tasting of the many different varieties of our cheeses. $25 Reservations required.
Riki’s Complimentary “Balloonology” Entertainment Riki Inzano, 879-8918
Pizza Madness in Kihei
Weekly/Ongoing Thursday Eves.
Sunset/6:30-ish to 8:00 PM
All ages
Forget weiner dogs! Riki Inzano promotes her private party bookings creating “ Gourmet” balloon animals & jewelry! All ages entertainment. Special requests & challenges welcome!
Maui Mall 877-8952
Free Zumba every Sunday at 9:00 AM
Free Hula every Sunday at 11:00 AM
