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Art class slated

KIHEI — Watercolor artist Barbara Steinberg will teach “Painting Tropical Ocean View” starting July 4 at Kamaole I Beach Park from 10 a.m. to noon. Visit http://www.barbarasteinbergart.com and click “art classes” for information.

July 1, 2009

Cancer Support Group meets

WAILUKU — A support group for cancer patients, survivors and family members, as they travel through their cancer journey, is facilitated by Oncology Social Worker Brenda Tester.

The group meets twice monthly — on the second and fourth Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Cameron Center, Room 28-3B (lower level) — to discuss topics such as emotional issues, life changes and coping skills.

Call 243-2999. Light, healthy snacks are provided at the free...

July 1, 2009

Center to host movie night

MAALAEA — Enjoy a special screening of “The Ride,” the exciting, award-winning film on legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku, at Maui Ocean Center on July 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

In keeping with the night’s surf and sea theme, ocean-related vendors will be invited to set up booths within the park and distribute activity information to guests.

Admission is free. Call 270-7089 for information.

July 1, 2009

Foundation to hosts cruises

Pacific Whale Foundation will hold July Fourth Cocktail Fireworks Cruises out of Lahaina and Maalaea Harbor at 6:30 p.m.

View the July 4 fireworks in Lahaina on a cruise with a fully stocked bar, good food and great views. The cost is $69.95 for adults and $49.95 for children ages 12 and under. Call 249-8811, extension 1, or visit www.pacificwhale.org.

On July 7, PWF will offer a Full Moon Maui Magic Cruise with professional astronomer Harriet Witt out of Lahaina Harbor...

July 1, 2009

Learn about Omega-3s

KAHULUI — “What are Omega-3s and Why Do I Need Them?” with Dr. Steve Blake will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. on July 7 at Down To Earth on Dairy Road.

The free slide show will be held upstairs.

July 1, 2009

Learn folk dances

Israeli and international folk dancing sessions are held at Grace Church in Kula Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m., and the Jewish Congregation of Maui in Kihei on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m.

For more information, call Dan Zofi at (808) 280-1051.

July 1, 2009

Maui Thing to hold birthday bash

WAILUKU — In celebration of its first birthday, Maui Thing, a lifestyle company inspired by all “things good” on Maui, will host its “Rock Me Baby” birthday bash on July 3 from 5:30 to 9:15 p.m.

The event will feature a 20 percent off sale, merchandise giveaways, fashion show and live music by Erin Smith and Vince Esquire.

Maui Thing is located at 7 N. Market Street. Call 249-0215.

July 1, 2009

Arts/Entertainment

Lahaina to celebrate July 4 with concert and fireworks

LAHAINA — Fourth of July fireworks will explode over Lahaina on Saturday for the eighth straight year thanks to a successful fund-raising effort by the Maui Chamber of Commerce and its West Side Committee.

Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a band concert on the Lahaina Public Library lawn. The show opens with  “Latitude 21,” a jazz group featuring Mike Buono playing percussion, Sal Godinez on keyboards and Bob Harrison playing bass.

The Maui...

July 1, 2009

McFeeley to speak at Ocean Center

MAALAEA — Patrick McFeeley, National Geographic photographer and creator of the best-selling book “Jaws Maui,” will be at Maui Ocean Center July 4-6 for book signings and a complimentary Sea Talk Series event.

The book signings will take place in the Maui Ocean Center Store from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. on July 4-6.

The last copies of the final printing of “Jaws Maui” are limited; reserve copies by calling 270-7061 (leave your...

July 1, 2009

Business

MEO to offer business planning course

WAILUKU — What are people saying about the Core Four Business Planning Course offered by Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Corp. (BDC)?

Here’s what some recent graduates said.

“I would suggest this course to anyone who wants to get control of their business”... “I learned a great deal more than I ever thought there was to know about running a business”... “I liked the practical examples,” and...

July 1, 2009

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