Celia Alario presents
May 28, 2005
Festival of Canoes
Ceremonial Launch of Canoes hosted by Hawaiian Cultural Advisor Ke‘eaumoku Kapu, beachside. 6 p.m. Ho‘olaule‘a festivities with canoes on display, island foods, Polynesian dancers and Hawaiian music concert by The Makaha Sons. Both events at Kamehameha Iki Park, near 505 Front Street. 6–10 p.m. The Festival of Canoes began May 13 and runs through May 29. For more events 667-9194, or see www.MauiCanoeFest.com.
Haleakala Volunteer Project
Friends of Haleakala National Park volunteer service project in the crater. Stay 3 nights at Kapalaoa Cabin and plant and care for native species. May 28–30. Call 248-7660 for information and reservations.
May 26, 2005
Don’t miss it! Rebirthing Comes to Maui
Louise Schillaci trained and worked exclusively with Leonard Orr, founder of Rebirthing. Thursday evening (free introduction) May 26 to May 29. Group rebirth, prosperity and relationship workshop and yoga. Contact Carl 268-1643 or Amarsharan 269-2895.
May 24, 2005
Mediation Services of Maui Facilitator Training
Learn how to facilitate effective meetings and help groups. Curriculum includes: pre-meeting planning, keeping to an agenda, facilitator attitudes, chart writing, facilitating discussion, dealing with difficult dynamics. Tue.–Wed., May 24–25, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. at Queen Liliuokalani Children’s Center. Cost: $75 for MSM Mediators, $100 for Non-Mediators. Contact MSM at 244-5744 for registration information.
10 am NIA at the Lotus!
Maui Lotus Yoga brings NIA to Kihei! Tuesdays and Thursdays at our new time, 10 a.m. NIA is a dynamic fitness/lifestyle practice that stimulates and integrates mind body spirit leaving you feeling recharged and fully alive. A fusion of dance, Martial/Heal-ing arts allows your child/ athlete/warrior/dancer within to emerge. 115 Lipoa St. 874-9642 (YOGA) or, www.mauilotusyoga.com.
May 22, 2005
The Reality of Now
With Katie Davis and Sundance Burke. This gathering is an opportunity to deepen Eckhart Tolle’s Power of NOW in true Satsang. We move beyond the thinking mind and negative emotions to realize the radiant joy underneath. In a deep stillness that is palpable, we will move into the peace and harmony of essential Self. Sun., May 22, 7–10 p.m., $20. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. For more information 575-9390 or thestudiomaui.com
May 20, 2005
Random Acts Variety Show
Featuring local talent. Gather at the beautiful Studio Maui in the Ha‘iku Marketplace for an evening of nonstop entertainment as local performers sing, dance, act, and make you laugh and cheer. Fri., May 20, and Sat., May 21, 7:30–9:30 p.m., $15. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. For more information call 575-9390 or visit www.thestudiomaui.com.
May 19, 2005
A Benefit Evening with Dr. Wayne Dyer and Ram Dass
A fund-raiser to set up a financial foundation for Ram Dass Be Here Now, so he can continue to share his love and wisdom in the years to come. For info call 573-3344. Tickets: $25, $50, and $100 Limelight Gold Circle (includes private reception/book signing). Thu., May 19, 6:30 p.m., Castle Theater, MACC. Tickets: 242-SHOW.
May 15, 2005
Yoga and Ayurveda
Applying Yoga and Ayurvedic Principles in our Modern World. Ayurveda, the Ancient science of health and healing from India is taught with Yoga so our practice can harmonize with our individual constitution and further enhance our health and happiness in everyday life. With Margo Gal. Sun., May 15, 9 a.m.–12 p.m., $35. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. For more information call 575-9390 or visit www.thestudiomaui.com.
May 13, 2005
International Festival of Canoes
Fri., May 13–Sun., May 29. Carving begins on Sat., May 14, 9 a.m. at Kamehameha Iki Park in Lahaina. Enjoy demonstrations of old-style surfboard and drum making, cultural arts lessons and a Polynesian crafts fair held in Banyan Tree Park (May 19– 27), as the canoes are being hand-carved. For more details visit: www.mauicanoefest.com or call the Lahaina Event Hotline at 667-9194.
May 10, 2005
Somatic Respiratory Integration
An educational forum and a transformational workshop, exploring The 12 Stages of Healing/Evolution and their associated states of consciousness. You will learn to gently place your hands on your body and breathe lightly to connect to your body and establish rhythms of healing and evolution. With Jeffrey Parham, D.C. Tue., May 10, 7:30–9 p.m., $12. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. For more information call 575-9390 or visit www.thestudio maui.com.
10 am NIA at the Lotus!
Maui Lotus Yoga brings NIA to Kihei! Tuesdays and Thursdays at our new time, 10 a.m. NIA is a dynamic fitness/lifestyle practice that stimulates and integrates mind-body-spirit leaving you feeling recharged and fully alive. A fusion of dance, martial/healing arts allows your child/athlete/warrior/dancer within to emerge. 115 Lipoa St. 874-9642 (YOGA) www.mauilotusyoga.com.
May 08, 2005
Community Appreciation Week to Benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui
May 8–15 local Network Chiropractor Dr. Phillip Whitley of Maui Family Wellness Center in Wailuku is offering selected services free in exchange for a $25 donation to Big Brothers/Big Sisters. The Maui Family Wellness Center is located at 69 North Church St., Wailuku. For more info call 244-1161.
Journey to the Self: World music and Bhajans
A musical journey into the self with harp and flute music, poetry and rhythmic tabla with Manuel and Bernice Roberto. Followed by a lecture by Paramadvaiti Swami, B.A., who encourages us to live in harmony with each other and the earth by tending to our inner world. Sun., May 8, 7–9 p.m., $10. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. 575-9390 or www.thestudiomaui.com.
God’s Power: More Than Enough to Over-come Fear
Listening to radio station KNUI 900 AM on Sunday morning, May 8 at 8 a.m. could give you some direction. Guests on the program tell their stories of how they prayed and found solutions. The subject of the Christian Science Sentinel Radio Program will be God´s Power: More Than Enough to Overcome Fear. For more information, please call 871-5087.
May 07, 2005
The Practice of Loving Presence
With Pema Gilman and Merilyn Hand. Awaken relationships and develop a way of being, using the simple exercises of the effective, cutting-edge, mindfulness-based Hakomi Experiential Method. Create safe space in which others feel heard, appreciated and understood. May 7 and 21; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $225. To register for the two-session workshop, call Pema at 879-9932 or Rinchen at 572-2060.
32nd Annual Seabury Hall Craft Fair
There’s something for everyone! Featuring over 100 of Hawai‘i’s finest artists and crafters—woodworkers, tradi-tional Hawaiian artists, jewelers, ceramists and weavers. Enjoy delicious food, island entertainment, fresh produce, cut flowers, children’s games, huge rummage sale, and spe-cial items available via live and silent auctions. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. More info: 572-7235 or at www.seaburyhall.org.
May 06, 2005
Learn to Meditate
Inner Light and Sound Meditation as a way to freedom from fear, addictions and dependencies. Realize your Higher Self and regain the fullness of your life! Free. All are welcome. Fri., May 6, 7 p.m., Maui Lotus Yoga, 115 Lipoa St., Kihei. Sat., May 7, 6 p.m., Hana Public School Library. Sun., May 8, 1 p.m., Old Lahaina Courthouse. Mon., May 9, 7 p.m., Ha‘iku Community Center. Call 879-0871 or toll-free 1-877-MEDITATE. Sponsored by Know Thyself as Soul Foundation Hawai‘i.
The Embodied Heart Weekend Workshop
With Gabrielle Roth, Fri., May 6, 6–9 p.m.; Sat., May 7, 12:30–5:30 p.m.; Sun., May 8, 12:30–5:30 p.m.; $325. Using the 5Rhythms as a map to how our emotional energy morphs and moves, author and artistic director Gabrielle will teach the lost art of falling in love and landing on our own two feet. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. 575-9390 or www.thestudiomaui.com.
May 05, 2005
Journey Into Trance
With Jonathan Horan, $40. The way home is a journey into trance. This workshop is an opportunity to unwind our minds and move through maps and meditations that teach us how to traverse the world of trance. It’s an opportunity to deepen our 5Rhythms practice and connect with its roots. Thurs., May 5, 6–9 p.m. The Studio Maui, Ha‘iku Marketplace. 575-9390 or www.thestudiomaui.com.
May 01, 2005
Spring Smart Eating Class
How to Prepare Vegetables for Great Flavor and Nutrition: Learn simple techniques to bring out the best in your vegetables: oven-roasting, water sauté, crunchy stir-fry, lively soup and more. $40 class fee includes samples and recipes. Seating limited. Preregister at joy’s place, 1993 S. Kihei Road or call 879-9258.