Maui Family Magazine Fall 2022

RAISING KEIKI MAUI STYLE // VOL 82 // FALL 2022 // FREE

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Eat Better AS A FAMILY

FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS

SENSORY PLAY IDEAS

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ANIMAL FARMS

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INTO THE SCHOOL YEAR

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MAUI FAMILY FALL CALENDAR - CLASSES FOR EVERYONE

PRE-KINDERGARTEN (3 & 4) • ELEMENTARY • MIDDLE SCHOOL

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 22, 2022 • RSVP: cardenmaui.org/admissions

Learn about the Admissions Process Guided Campus Tours Visit our Classrooms Meet our Academic & Enrichment Teachers

Carden Academy of Maui is committed to educating the whole child through a balance of academic excellence, character development, and enrichment through the arts in a nurturing, small classroom setting.

55 Maka‘ena Pl, Pukalani, HI 96768 • www.cardenmaui.org • 808-573-6651 •

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Sacred Hearts School Excellence in Education.

Foundations for Life.

WASC, WCEA, & HAIS Accredited Early Learning through 12 Grade • • • • • • •

Google School for Education One-to-One Laptop Instruction House System Learning Journeys Making Connections Spring Performances Financial Aid

Apply Today or Schedule a Tour Visit shsmaui.org/admissions or email yrichard@shsmaui.org

J. Anthony Martinez Photography

239 Dickenson St., Lahaina, HI 96761 808.661.4720 • shsmaui.org

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Open House Save the Date

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Reserve your space by October 20, 2022 Email admissions@SeaburyHall.org or call (808) 572-0807 for details

seabury hall SEABURYHALL.ORG Diverse student body • Rigorous academic curriculum • Award-winning arts programs Outstanding athletics program • Personalized college counseling

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CONTENTS VOL 82 | FALL 2022

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OUR KEIKI

Maui Animal Farms 10 Sensory Play 12 Keiki Conservation Tips 14 Last Minute Costume Ideas 16 Smooth Transitions Back to School 18 Responding to Challenging Behaviors 22

BABY KEIKI & HEALTH Supporting Keiki with Food Allergies 32 Maui Breastfeeding Support 34 Breathe into Fall 36 Local Foods for Pregnancy 38 Eat Better as a Family 40 Baby Hearing 42 Lip and Tongue Tie 44 Follow @mauifamilymagazine

ALL IN THE ‘OHANA Local Finds: Upcycled Inspo 46 Sustainable Shopping on Maui 48 Under the Light of the Moon 50 Creating Good Family Habits 52 Time for a Water Tune-Up 54 How to Read a Paycheck 56 Dear Cici 58

MAUI HAPPENINGS & ACTIVITIES Arts Calendar 24 Education Calendar 28 Recipe: Thai'd Up for Lunchtime 60 Sports Calendar 62 Events Calendar 66 Party Page 68 Keiki Corner 70

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RAISING KEIKI MAUI STYLE

PUBLISHER Alma Tassi GRAPHIC DESIGN Alexa Lasco COMMUNITY EDITOR Kalia Kelmenson CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Kiegan Blake, Sammi Cesere, Christy Chadwick, Tasha Compos, Maile Crewsdon, Jennifer Hamayelian, Maja Liotta, Chrissy Miller, Bailey Onaga, Cecilia Ortiz, Molly Stiens, and Kiana Rowley.

PROOFREADER Jennifer Hamayelian EDITORIAL ADMIN Zadie Tassi ADVERTISING SALES Alma Tassi Call 808-250-2990 or email ads@mauifamilymagazine.com EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS Email info@mauifamilymagazine.com CALENDAR SUBMISSIONS Email calendar@mauifamilymagazine.com We at Maui Family Magazine want to inform, celebrate and participate in the nurturing and guidance of Maui’s children. We explore ways for parents to spend quality time with their children while also giving them information on health, safety and education. Maui Family Magazine is printed quarterly as Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter editions.

No part of this magazine may be reproduced in part or in whole without the written permission of the publisher. All submitted materials become the property of Maui Family Magazine. Mahalo!

Copyright 2022 All Rights Reserved.

Cover Keiki: Autumn Hastu-Otsuka from Lahaina at the Maui Butterfly Farm, Lahaina.

Photography: Mieko Horikoshi Miekophotography.com • @miekophoto @miekophotoportrait

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CONTRIBUTORS Get to know our contributors as we ask them to share: “What’s your favorite local food?”

Maile Crewdson

@littlemauifamily | @cyrusbakingco “My favorite local food is Spam musubi!! My Dad makes the best musubi. I’ve carried on the tradition of making it with my kids for special occasions, like hikes at 'Iao Valley or beach trips to the west side. And it’s easy to make spam musubi allergy-friendly. ” Maile recently won the title of Great Chocolate Showdown Champion on Food Network Canada for her skills which highlight allergy-friendly baking. She shares her tips on supporting keiki with food allergies on page 32.

Bailey Onaga

@b.miyo_art “I’d have to say chicken hekka because the umami flavors really make me sentimental for my grandma and how you could really taste the love in her cooking!”

Bailey is an illustrator born, raised, and based in Wailuku. She loves to make art about Maui with her studio assistant - her cat named Oshin. See how many local foods you can identify in the now reimagined Keiki Corner on page 70.

Mieko Horikoshi

@miekophoto | @miekophotoportrait “Futomaki from Miyako Sushi, which is quite different from futomaki in Japan. I imagine what life was like for Japanese immigrants 100 years ago. This was probably the only way they could re-create their homey food.”

Mieko’s award-winning photography often has its lens pointed at food from the island’s best chefs. But for this issue’s cover, she corralled butterflies with her sweet touch. Don’t miss her bonus capture on page 6.

Maja Liotta

@chefmajaliotta “I am definitely loco for the coco and of course my very favorite, lillikoi. Thus my company’s name: Lilikoi Creations. Tart, fruity with a hint of exotic.”

Maja is not only a private chef on Maui, but she loves to chase waves and adventure with her family. She solves one of the most common back-to-school dilemmas: What the heck am I going to make for my kid’s lunch now? Grab a mason jar and head to page 60.

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Celebrating 16 Years 2006 — 2022

• Preschool – 6th grade • Small school environment with individualized attention • A focus on social and emotional learning • Inspiring, caring and talented teachers • Arts-integrated project-based curriculum • Tuition Aid Program “We wanted a place that would encourage our daughter to find the joy in learning and would provide a nurturing community for her to grow in.

Ollie comes home singing new songs every day and talking about her friends and teachers with such excitement!

At Roots, we found exactly what we were looking for, and so much more!”

– Caitlin Mates,

Roots parent

office@rootsmaui.org

www.rootsmaui.org Accredited by the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

740 Haiku Road • Haiku, HI 96708 • (808) 250-7988 AD-RootsSchools_Dec2021_V02.indd 1

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Our Keiki

Maui Animal Farms

By Jennifer Hamayelian

With a working farm, a petting zoo, and an animal refuge, Maui offers just the place to give and get some animal companionship and love. These Maui farms give kids and adults the opportunity to learn about and how to care for our fellow creatures, all while having a hands-on good time.

Maui Animal Farm

Maui Animal Farm is a mostly volunteer-run animal farm, located at the foot of the West Maui mountains in Lahaina. They have a wide variety of traditional, and some non-traditional, farm animals. Morning tours run Tuesday through Saturday, all ages welcome. Private parties can be booked with a fun itinerary for every age.

Guests can feed and interact with the animals including bunnies, chickens, goats, sheep, horses, tortoises, and pigs. Don’t miss out on giving Hau’oli the pig a belly rub!

264 Haniu St., Lahaina mauianimalfarm.com | 808-280-2597

Lahaina Animal Farm

Just down the road from Maui Animal Farm, Lahaina Animal Farm and Petting Zoo offers gorgeous mountain and ocean views, as well as plenty of friendly animals to meet and feed.

They book both group or private petting zoo sessions where you’ll learn about the animals and what makes each one unique. Private birthday parties can include treasure hunts and

fishing in the tilapia pond. Visit their collection of miniature animals including horses, cows and pigs or wander the grounds with the free-roaming rabbits.

108 S. Lauhoe Pl., Lahaina lahainaanimalfarm.com | 833-523-6284

Leilani Farm Sanctuary

The warm, lush tropical grounds of Leilani Farm Sanctuary in Haiku feel like a sanctuary; a refuge for animals and people alike. After all, this non-profit was created to rescue, care for, and protect abused and neglected animals.

You can even sponsor an animal and receive an adoption certificate keepsake. Schedule a tour to meet and connect with some of the 350 animals residing here which include goats, cats, geese, donkeys, sheep, rabbits, tortoises, pigs, ducks, deer, and a cow. Tours are Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday mornings for ages seven and up. Volunteer opportunities are also available. Reservations are required.

260 East Kuiaha Rd., Haiku leilanifarmsanctuary.org | 808-298-8544

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Our Keiki ALL THE FEELS

Sensory Play

BY TASHA COMPOS

Chances are you’ve heard the buzz words sensory play - but what is it? Sensory play is nothing new – it’s just a term used to describe activities that stimulate the senses and encourage children to explore the environment around them. If it's an activity that involves a variety of textures, smells, colors, or sounds – it’s sensory play.

We know that little ones learn with their whole bodies. That’s why sensory activities are so meaningful for brain and body development.

Sensory play exposes children to new experiences, textures, and materials, awakening imaginations and activating motor skills.

Here are a few quick and easy activities you can try at home, with close parent supervision – of course.

• Working on fine motor skills? Fill a bowl with pom poms or cotton balls and let your little one use tweezers to move them to different containers, add in feathers or buttons for varied texture.

• Color ice cubes with food coloring and add to a bin of water - they won’t get tired of scooping out the ice with cups until it’s completely melted. You can hide small toys in the ice cubes for a delightful surprise.

• Try dying rice or oats with food coloring and hand sanitizer (wait until dry before playing), add essential oils for smell, and offer some

Breakfast with the Butterflies

containers and kitchen utensils and you’re all set. Watch the focus as your little one scoops and pours.

• Does Dad have some shaving cream he won’t miss? Hide plastic bottle caps and small animal toys in a bin of foam for a fun treasure hunt.

• Bath time is a perfect mess free opportunity for sensory play, just throw some Legos in the tub for instant fun! Learning letters?

Write letters on round coffee filters and tape to the tub wall. All you need now is a spray bottle and you have alphabet target practice.

You will delight in the joy during these activities. And for parents there is nothing better than seeing a child excited while you know they're learning at the same time. Sensory play is where it’s at - let’s get playing!

Tasha Compos is a 15 -year art educator. She recently opened ARTLab Maui in Kihei where artists of all ages can learn, play, and create. artlabmaui.com

Under a canopy of trees and next to the Olowalu Farmer’s Market and General Store, The Butterfly Farm drops you right in the flight house where butterflies flit from one flower to another. Just observe from afar, or take a cut flower (provided to guests before entering) to attract a butterfly up close. Sweet juice is provided for an even closer hands-on experience—a butterfly right on your fingertip! Keiki delight in learning about the life cycle of butterflies as well as their importance in the fabric of all living things. There’s also an educational critter corner to interact with other bugs and insects. Adults will appreciate the value of conservation, numerous photo opportunities, and the bonus lunch at Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop. Tours are about 45 minutes and kama'aina rates are available.

The Maui Butterfly Farm | 820 Olowalu Village Rd. | 808-280 0506 themauibutterflyfarm.com

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Our Keiki SAVVY STEWARDS

Keiki Conservation Tips It’s never too early for toddlers to Live with Ocean Aloha™

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cean Aloha™ is Maui Ocean Center’s ongoing initiative to inspire and educate our community and visitors on the importance of marine conservation for our future generations. As ocean experts, it represents our deep connection to the sea as marine enthusiasts, conservationists, and sustainability champions.

We must show the ocean the same aloha we show one another and express our love and gratitude for her through our daily actions. The ocean is a place of wonder, unrelenting power, and undeniable beauty that feeds us, regulates our climate, and generates most of the oxygen we breathe. By educating the importance of the ocean to our keiki today, we are incorporating an instinctive and perpetual lifestyle for tomorrow.

Each day, life presents us with choices that can impact our earth and its waters. Utilizing our individual strengths can lead to a collective difference, and no action is too small. Encour-

Kula Country Farms Pumpkin Patch Open every day in October from 9am-4pm

age your keiki to fill their reusable water at home; when heading out the door, don’t forget to take your reusable shopping bag; shop at Maui’s wealth of local farmer’s markets; let your keiki choose from a selection of unpackaged snacks; and buy a sustainable gift for your next birthday party. As Maui brings an abundance of sunshine, covering up keiki with UPF sun shirts, hats and mineral sunscreen is a must.

Because chemicals in some sunscreens can harm coral and other marine life, the County of Maui passed Ordinance No. 5306 that bans the sale, distribution and/or use of non-mineral sunscreen without a prescription. So be sure to select a natural, mineral sunscreen that uses non-nanotized zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.

So dream big and put your heart into it for our keiki. How else will you plan to Live with Ocean Aloha™ ?

Visit mauioceancenter.com for more on Maui Ocean Center’s conservation and community programs.

Pack up the kids and head up to the Kula Country Farms Pumpkin Patch for their famous corn maze, stroll through the colorful garden, and pose at the many photo opportunities throughout the property while taking in the breathtaking views. Choose from a variety of pumpkins and gourds of all sizes and shop for seasonal goodies and island-grown produce at the store. Check out the website, Instagram, and Facebook for daily pumpkin patch updates.

Kula Country Farms | 6240 Kula Hwy | 808-878-8881

kulacountryfarmsmaui.com

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Open Daily 11 am - 3 pm

Reservations highly recommended — mauioceancenter.com/dine

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Our Keiki DIY HALLOWEEN

Last Minute Costume Ideas It’s never too early to start planning a Halloween costume. But even with the best of intentions, time can slip away until you find yourself in a last minute situation. With a bit of creativity and an afternoon, create a one-of-a-kind Halloween costume. The best part? There’s no need to know how to sew and you likely have most of the items lying around your home already.

Balloons.

Dress all in purple or green and pin matching colored balloons to your clothing to sprout into a cluster of grapes. Add artificial leaves to a cap for an additional component.

Use pink or white balloons for a bubble bath costume. Add a rubber ducky for a playful touch.

Wear a clear plastic bag and fill it with small colorful balloons for a jelly bean costume. Slap a label on it to go really legit.

Boxes.

After cutting holes in the box for a head and arms, cover it with tinfoil to create a robot. Use bottle caps for dials, wires from a broken remote control toy, print out fun “sci-fi” icons from the computer; the ideas for embellishments are endless.

If literary characters are more your thing, add a tin foil covered funnel for a hat, and a felt heart to the tin foil covered box, and you’ve got the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz. Bonus points for silver clothing and face paint!

Transform your child into a Lego block by simply gluing Solo cups on to the front of the box and painting it all your favorite Lego color.

Felt.

Join the boba tea craze by hot gluing black felt circles to the bottom of a simple, solid-colored dress or long t-shirt. Roll a piece of paper into a tube, attach it to your head with elastic or a headband for a straw.

Lastly, begin with an entirely white outfit. Glue a yellow felt circle on the front of the shirt, add devil horns and a tail. A simple, yet devilishly delicious, deviled egg.

Your imagination is the only limit to DIY Halloween costumes. Begin your Halloween fun well before the trick-or-treating by engaging your family in a crafting day to create a costume anyone in the clan will love to wear. —JH

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Visit mauiballet.org

Or email: info@mauiballet.org

West Hawaii DanceTheatre, dba Maui Ballet, is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization and is sponsored in part by State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Hawaii Community Foundation, Vance Wall Foundation, Valerie Cartwright & Richard Olazaba, and our local businesses and families.

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Our Keiki SCHOOL YEAR PREP

Smooth Transitions Back to School

BY KIEGAN BLAKE, O.T.

Ahhh, you’ve had a lovely summer break and now it’s time to gear up for school. Anticipation is in the air, along with a little nervous wondering about the new teacher and the new grade.

Here are some tips for supporting your child for a successful start: • Talk with your child about what they are excited about and what they think may be “tricky” in the upcoming school year. This sets the stage for your child to communicate their feelings in a balanced way, and in advance.

• Knowing your child’s worries in advance allows you to do some detective work together, to get more information, and problem solve the possible ‘tricky’ areas in advance.

• What does it take for your child to feel safe and secure at school? Consider together: does your child do well sitting in a certain area of the classroom, does he need extra movement opportunities, does she take extra time to process information, does he do well knowing what is coming up for the week/the next day in advance, does she do well being called up in the classroom unexpectedly, is handwriting effortful, how does your child feel about performing in PE and at recess? About making new friends? Does your child do well with ‘quiet’ breaks at his desk or in the reading corner and regroup to meet the rest of the day’s demands?

• Establish a relationship with your teacher.

Send an email to the teacher in the first weeks of school to establish a rapport that you are a willing partner in your child’s education.

• Create a short bio with your child so your teacher can have a sense of “knowing” your child outside of academic performance. This should include a photo of the family and your child doing a favorite activity or with a favorite pet.

• If your child is shy, let your teacher know that knowing what is coming up in the week helps your child be prepared in advance and reduces “on-the-spot” worries • If your child is active, partner with your child and teacher around how to get his wiggles out.

• If your child has a hard time organizing, establish a way for your child to communicate with her teacher to help keep on top of school work.

Your preparing and problem solving with your child in advance builds your child’s ability to manage their inner worries and have agency in setting the school year up for success.

Kiegan Blake is an Occupational Therapist, Behavioral Specialist and Director of Maui Center For Child Development. For more information, please call 808873-7700 or MauiChildDevelopment.com

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TIPS FOR CHOOSING QUALITY CHILD CARE Know what type of child care you are looking for: LICENSED

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Identify the providers you want to contact: Contact PATCH at 808-242-9232 for a list of licensed providers in your area Ask your friends and family for recommendations

Check at least two references: Make a list of questions to ask!

Visit their home or center and ask questions: What activities do they do with the children? * Do they have age appropriate toys?

How do they handle different behaviors? * How do they keep the environment safe?

Even if the provider is related to you, ask questions!

Determine how much care will cost and how you will pay for it: For information on resources to help with the cost of child care, visit MFSS.ORG/CHILDCARERESOURCES or call 808-242-1608

Make a decision and follow up: Ask questions daily * Trust your instincts * Is your child happy?

It’s ok to make a change if needed!

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Our Keiki KEEP THE PEACE

Responding to Challenging Behaviors

BY SAMMI CESERE

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nce the excitement of summer begins to wind down, we prepare for the shift back into the school routine. Oftentimes, with schedule changes come increased difficult behaviors. This presents a challenge not only to parents but to our children, who are expressing to us an underlying need or emotion. How can we manage the way we respond to the yelling, the flailing limbs, and the pushback? Here is a step-by-step process to help you navigate from stormy to peaceful waters.

1. Cool down. Regulating our emotions in the midst of a toddler’s tantrum or a teenager’s defiance requires the practice of drawing from our own inner resources. That’s why it is more difficult to respond calmly when our own stressors are high and unmanaged.

There is good news. Even in those tough moments, you can learn to find calm and respond with empathy, in order to guide in connection with your child.

2. Understand. Empathy, or understanding, is not the same as agreeing. Your child could have no good reason, in your eyes, to want to drink out of a specific cup or have their banana peeled in a precise manner. What matters is that your child knows you are on their side, and that you are a safe space to hold their emotions. By offering our understanding while gently holding a limit, children are more likely to follow our lead.

3. Guide. Children can receive your guidance once they have regulated in the presence of your calm and understanding. When they are upset, their brains temporarily go “offline”, and are therefore not receptive to a teaching moment. Give plenty of room for your child to practice and make mistakes along the way. It is hard even for adults to remember!

And lastly, do not hesitate to reach out for support if you are finding that either you or your child is having a difficult time. Connecting the dots and having the right tools and resources can make all the difference.

Sammi Cesere is a Parent Coach at Inner Shift Parenting. Contact her at innershiftparentcoach@gmail.com.

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MAUI FAMILY

FALL 2022

CALENDAR Momentum Dance Maui

808-866-0212 • momentumdancemaui.com 230 Hana Hwy. Unit 4, Kahului, HI, 96732 Ages 3–Adult

Join Momentum Dance Maui for the 20222023 dance season at their brand new Kahului location! Classes include creative movement, pre-ballet, hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, tap, and more. Momentum Dance Maui aims to inspire well-rounded and enthusiastic dancers through excellent training for both the preprofessional dancer and recreational student.

We believe in creating a safe and positive environment where dancers can thrive. Call for more information or visit our website to conveniently register online today.

Maui Academy of Performing Arts

808-244-8760 • mauiacademy.org NEW MAPA classrooms, 2050 Main Street, Wailuku

Alexander Academy of Performing Arts 808-878-8970 • alexanderacademy.info 870 Hali’imaile Road, Makawao

Dance styles include ballet, jazz, tap, musical theater, acting, hip hop and contemporary.

Classes in mornings and afternoons, Monday through Saturday. Our teachers offer quality instruction in a nurturing environment.

Registration is online.

Maui Ballet

808-217-6103 • mauiballet.org • info@mauiballet.org 1043 Makawao Avenue, Makawao

Maui Ballet offers a comprehensive, graded curriculum with a focus on classical ballet and injury prevention. Class offered daily, Beginner through professional. Enroll anytime!

Fall Semester: August 8–December 3 Ages 3 & Up Dance, Drama, and Singing Classes DANCE Offering weekly classes for everyBODY, where students will learn to explore their world through movement. Multiple dance styles offered for all levels of experience.

DRAMA From keiki to kupuna, MAPA drama classes will help build confidence, incite creativity and encourage exploration of the world around us.

Classes for all levels of experience.

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Dance classes for ages 3 and up Register online today and visit us at our brand new location!

230 Hana Hwy. Unit 4, Kahului WWW.MOMENTUMDANCEMAUI.COM

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Arts Calendar Theatre Theatre Maui

808-661-1168 • ttmwestmaui.org admin@ttmwestmaui.org

In Lahaina: After-school classes, workshops, school-break and summer camps • Ages 5–Adult We offer performing arts experiences for the children and adults of the West Maui community while also cultivating and nurturing local artists in the production of their original works. Visit ttmwestmaui.org to learn about upcoming classes and camps.

Maui Onstage Youth

808-242-6969 • mauionstage.com Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center (Across from Lens Crafters)

Fall Session • Ages 5 & up Starts August 1st–September 26th with a showcase Students of all levels will explore elements of theater including vocalization, character development, music, movement, dance, and ensemble-building. Classes and camps include acting, improv, and musical theater for all ages.

Register at mauionstage.com.

Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center 808- 572-6560 • www.huinoeau.com 2841 Baldwin Ave, Makawao

Fall Classes • Ages 2.5–Adult Classes are online & open for registration! The Hui offers classes, workshops, and camps for all ages and artistic abilities. Taught by professional teaching artists, Hui classes include programs in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, jewelry, ceramics, glassblowing, Hawaiian arts, and more! The Hui also brings exceptional teaching artists to Maui as part of our Visiting Artist program. We offer classes for all ages, including family classes designed for multiple generations to participate in the arts together.

ArtLab Maui

808-666-0111 • www.artrlabmaui.com 381 Huku Li’I Place, Suite 103, Kihei info@artlabmaui.com

Ongoing after-school and weekend programs, as well as camps and private events for artists ages 2.5-18. ArtLab Maui programs include: creativity building, drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, and more. Providing quality

teacher-led programs with engaging process based art activities, where kids learn, play and create! Let’s get a little messy and make some amazing art! Visit us online to see the current schedule and to enroll.

Island Art Party

808-419-6020 • islandartparty.com 1279 S. Kihei Rd., Ste. 109, Kihei

If you can hold a paintbrush and you know how to have fun, then you’re ready for Island Art Party! IAP Partista (party artist!) will take you step-by-step through creating the session’s featured painting. We provide all the art materials, set-up, and clean-up. Great for families, groups, girls’ night out, baby or bridal showers, date night, birthday parties, family fun, or any occasion that calls for a great time! For more info visit islandartparty.com.

Bounty Music

808- 871-1141 • info@bountymusic.com

Music Lessons in 'Ukulele, Guitar, Drums, Voice, and Keyboard • Ages 6+ Ongoing Classes Every Day! We offer a great variety of musical instruments for sale from beginner to advanced to fit all your musical needs. Bounty Music has a great selection of digital pianos, 'ukulele, guitars, and drums for children and adults alike.

Maui Violin Lessons

808-283-6945 • mauiviolinlessons.com cambria808@gmail.com

Private Violin Lessons in Central Maui Ages 6–Adult Flexible times, beginning & intermediate students. Experienced & patient teacher.

Innovative teaching methods follow the interests & learning style of each student, keeping their passion for music alive. Contact Cambria Moss. If you do not have a violin yet, please call before shopping for one.

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Unlock your creativity at

Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center!

• Fall Camp Kaluanui: October 3-7 (Ages 6-10) • Youth & Adult Art Classes • Art with Aloha Workshops* Visit huinoeau.com for class registration & details!

Hui No‘eau• 2841 Baldwin Ave. • 808-572-6560

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ARTLAB MAUI learn, play, create!

- after-school art labs - homeschool art programs - seasonal art camps - preschool readiness lab - toddler art and sensory play - private art parties - community art events

www.artlabmaui.com 808.666.0111 381 Huku Li'i Place, Kihei

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FALL 2022

MAUI FAMILY

Education

CALENDAR

Montessori School of Maui

808.573.0374 • momi.org 2933 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao, HI 96768

Open House Saturday, October 1, 2022 Interested in learning more about the value of a Montessori education for your child? Complete an Online Inquiry at momi.org/admissions to join us.

Learning Endeavors

808-793-3322 • learningendeavors.org Liloa Drive in Kihei ( Across from S. Maui Community Park)

Seabury Hall

808-572-7235 • seaburyhall.org 480 Olinda Road, Makawao

Open House Save the Date October 22, 2022 Diverse student body • Rigorous academic curriculum • Award-winning arts programs • Outstanding athletics program • Personalized college counseling. Reserve your space by October 20, 2022. For more details, email admissions@SeaburyHall.org or call 808-572-0807.

Carden Academy

808-573-6651 • cardenmaui.org 55 Maka’ena Place, Pukalani Admissions: 808-573-6651 ext. 102

Open House for Grades Pre-K through 8th October 22, 2022 Please RSVP to cardenmaui.org/admissions Join us to learn about Pre-K through 8th grade at Carden Academy of Maui. Explore the classrooms, meet our homeroom and enrichment teachers, and see what an amazing education your child will receive at Carden Academy.

Classes, Camps, & Events for Youth Hands-on Science, Creative Arts, Outdoor Exploration & Digital Storytelling See our website for details on weekly after school classes, camps, puppet shows, and other events offered for fall 2022.

Visit learningendeavors.org or contact us: info@ learningendeavors.org or 808-793-3322.

Family Hui Hawai'i

808-230-7112 • FamilyHuiHawaii.org

Family Hui Hawai‘i provides parenting support groups, family events, and connections to community resources. Call 808-230-7112 or visit FamilyHuiHawaii.org

Roots School

808-250-7988 • rootsmaui.org 740 Haiku Road, Haiku

Virtual Open House Roots School is now offering virtual tours scheduled at your convenience. You will get the opportunity to see our classrooms, outdoor play areas, watch our students and teachers in action, and meet with our Head of School.

Virtual tours also include information on our

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school philosophy, curriculum, health and safety policies, Tuition Aid Programs and more.

Email office@rootsmaui.org or call (808) 2507988 for information on scheduling a tour. Visit www.rootsmaui.org for more information about Roots School.

Maui Center for Child Development 808-873-7700 • MauiChildDevelopment.com MCCDmaui@gmail.com 244 Papa Place, Suite 102, Kahului

Kiegan offers a wide array of therapy services for children and their families including occupational therapy, behavior management, Sensory Processing Therapy, social and motor skills, and more. She is known throughout the islands for delivering results with her highly specialized therapies and state of the art equipment, and has helped hundreds of families find innovative solutions. She provides comprehensive and outstanding quality to Hawai'i’s families and communities.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui 808-298-4781 • bbbshawaii.org

Open Enrollment for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui Youth (ages 6–16 years old) and adult volunteer mentors are matched in a one-to-one friendship based on gender, interests, personalities, and geographic locations. Volunteers are carefully screened and trained to create a positive impact by sharing their friendship, guidance, and support. Pairs meet two to three times per month to spend quality one-on-one time together and form meaningful memories just by hanging out.

Matches are professionally supported by one of our staff members who also provide resources and support to the entire family unit. We have immediate openings for female youth. If you are interested in enrolling your child or becoming a volunteer mentor please e-mail us at ctomas@bbbshawaii.org or call 808-298-4781.

Reading Tutoring

Maui Tutoring

808-500-8881 • mauitutoring.com • Kihei

Maui Tutoring creates a solid academic foundation to provide the child with the confidence and skills needed for future academic excellence. Private and group tutoring PreK– 3rd grade. Maui Tutoring also offers (one time) individual assessment visits, and kindergarten curriculum kits. Mon.-Sat., all year, 8am– 6pm.

Join the Sea Cadets

808-707-4669 • seacadets.org mauiseacadets@gmail.com

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is now on Maui for young women and men sges 10 to 18.

League Cadets (Age 10–13), Sea Cadets (Age 13–18) The Sea Cadets introduce youth to military life, service to community and country, leadership opportunities, and self disciplines. Visit seacadets.org for more information.

East Maui Watershed Partnership 808-573-6999 • eastmauiwatershed.org

Online Watershed Education • 3rd Grade–Adult Year-round by request • Weekdays Let us bring the watershed to you with various online presentations and quizzes! Students will learn what a watershed is and why they are important. In-person hikes and volunteer service trips may be available, but subject to COVID-19 limitations.

Pa‘ia Youth & Cultural Center

808-579-8354 • pyccmaui.org • Pa‘ia Bay, Pa‘ia

Free membership for youth at Pa‘ia Youth & Cultural Center – Drop-In & Life Skills Programs Year-Round. Membership is FREE! • Ages 9–18 Tues.–Sat.: Check website or call for details The PYCC is North Shore Maui’s home for bodyboarding, video, photography, 88.9FM RadiOpio, cooking, outdoor adventure, and the StoneWave Skate Park! We offer innovative life skills programs and a drop-in recreation center.

248-564-1999 • cindyteachesreading.com Cindy Shuster

Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui

Personalized one-on-one tutoring for beginning readers and readers needing extra support to achieve grade level. Students are initially assessed to establish their knowledge of letters and sounds, concepts about print, and writing skills. Lessons are then designed around the child’s ability level.

Children are guided through lessons that include reading, word work, and writing strategies.

The goal for each lesson is to build confidence, independence, and a love of reading.

Clubs are now open for ages 9-17 in Central, Haiku, Lahaina, and Makawao. BCSM is providing WiFi enabled learning environments for members to attend online classes during the day. Our Clubhouses are open to ALL Maui County youth, ages 9-17 by reservation only.

Membership fees are waived until June 2023.

Submit your member application today. Details at bgcmaui.org.

808-242-4363 • bgcmaui.org

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Education Calendar Hawaii State Public Library System

Your library card gives you access to free digital resources available 24/7. You can check out eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers as well as stream movies, documentaries, and TV series. Parents and caregivers can also access BookFlix for Kids, Scholastic Teachables, streaming movies, TV series, and Story Time and Virtual Programs featuring your local librarians. Our Library Take Out service is a safe way to order and pick up the books, DVDs, and CDs that you want to borrow. Please visit www.librarieshawaii.org to find out about our current services, or feel free to stop by or call your nearest library during open hours. Library staff is here to help!

Note: Due to COVID-19, library programs such as keiki or toddler storytime may not be available. Contact your local library for updates and open hours.

Wailuku Public Library

808-243-5766 • www.librarieshawaii.org 251 High Street, Wailuku

Kihei Public Library

808-875-6833 • www.librarieshawaii.org 35 Waimaha‘iha‘i St., Kihei

Makawao Public Library

808-573-8785 • www.librarieshawaii.org 1159 Makawao Ave., Makawao

Kahului Public Library

808-873-3095 • www.librarieshawaii.org 90 School St., Kahului Temporarily closed for repairs. Call for updates.

Lahaina Public Library

808-662-3950 • www.librarieshawaii.org 80 Wharf St, Lahaina, HI 96761 Submit your listings online at mauifamilymagazine.com

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Located in beautiful Upcountry Maui on the slopes of Haleakala Please call to schedule a visit Serving families and their children 3-5 years old.

Monday–Friday • 7am–4pm

In Kihei on Liloa Drive

after school classes, camps & events. www.learningendeavors.org info@learningendeavors.org • 808-793-3322

HANDS-ON SCIENCE, OUTDOOR EXPLORATION, DIGITAL STORYTELLING, & CREATIVE ARTS

Providing a safe and fun place where children are loved and love to learn.

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Innovative Education Programs

Baby Keiki

Supporting Keiki with Food Allergies

By Maile Crewdson

M

y baby boy, whom I exclusively breastfed, woke up one morning covered head to toe in an angry rash. The day prior, I had eaten peanut butter cookies (one of my favorite things!). The ER doctor who treated my baby encouraged me to find an allergist. That was the start of what has been a life-changing experience for me and my family. After running blood tests and skin tests, we were able to pinpoint his allergies. He was allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, milk, eggs, and a handful of legumes.

Be vigilant.

Often misunderstood, food allergies are becoming more common. According to Food Allergy Research & Education, one in every 13 children has a food allergy—that’s about two in every U.S. classroom. And every three minutes, a food allergy reaction sends someone to the emergency room. Peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, wheat, shellfish, fish, soy, and sesame are the most common culprits.

Have an action plan.

If you have a keiki with food allergies, here are some things that have helped me over the years:

Whether you are a food allergy parent yourself, the odds are that you know someone who has a food allergy. It can be a tough road to travel.

Consider asking a food allergy parent what are some allergy-safe snacks for school and/or activities you do together to advocate for their keiki’s safety. Compassion and kindness can go a long way.

Be prepared.

Educate your keiki on what they can and cannot eat. Speak with their caregivers and teachers, and always carry their life-saving medication including Eipinephrine (epipens) whenever they are away from the house. Pack extra snacks to feed your keiki in the event that allergy-safe foods are not available at your destination.

Always read food labels and assess the situation you’re in. For instance, if you are at a party, talk to the party’s host about how to keep your keiki safe. This might mean leaving the party early before dessert, if it’s something your child is allergic to. Or seating your keiki away from others to enjoy their allergy-safe dessert you brought specifically for them. If you are the host, asking all keiki to wash hands after eating is one great way to be proactive.

Keep a printed action plan you can hand out to teachers/caregivers that explains your keiki’s allergies, what an allergic reaction could look like, and what to do if your keiki has any of these symptoms including when and how to administer Epinephrine (epipen) and/or oral antihistamines like liquid children’s Benadryl.

Practice compassion.

Maile Crewdson is a Maui mom of three young keiki with serious anaphylactic food allergies.

She specializes in baking allergy-friendly cakes and malasadas.

Find her on Instagram: @littlemauifamily @cyrusbakingco

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Baby Keiki IT TAKES PRACTICE

Maui Breastfeeding Support

N

atalie Marcus started her journey as a pediatric nurse at a high-risk facility. Once on the job, she saw firsthand the benefits of breastfeeding and grew passionate about educating her patients. Through a grant, she later started an award-winning baby program that supported patients throughout their pregnancy, birth, and finally, home with followup care.

Marcus started Maui Breastfeeding Support in 2015, while also working full time. It was a passion project at the time, visiting moms in their homes. A friend convinced her that she could make it a real business, and she took the leap and left her job toward the end of 2021.

The plan was more home visits island-wide, but she saw an ad for space on Craigslist and decided to go all in. The office space opened its doors this past spring in Wailuku town.

Services include 1-on-1 lactation visits in the office or at home, as well as lactation workshops in a group setting on Mondays from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Providing access to everyone is important to Marcus and community support has been incredible with some patients sponsoring others who can’t pay. There’s also a group breastfeeding class where you can bring a support person with you.

She offers this tip to parents-to-be, “One of the biggest things I hear people say: I prepared so much for the birth and I didn’t prepare for the breastfeeding. Remember, you’ll be doing this 8 or more times a day. Babies have a natural instinct, but the finessing and learning to know how to do it takes practice. The biggest advice is to prepare for breastfeeding beforehand by talking to other moms, taking a prenatal class, and learning basic latch and positioning. A little bit of knowledge can go a long way.”

Finally, she shares, “At delivery, keep baby skin to skin as long as possible. That first latch really helps the baby imprint on the breastfeeding process. They are awake and alert, before going into 24-hour sleep. Weighing can wait.”

Maui Breastfeeding Support is located at 81 Central Avenue in Wailuku. Office appointments are available on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday with home visits on Tuesdays and Fridays. For more information or appointments, visit mauibreastfeeding.com. —AT Maui Breastfeeding Support is located at 81 Central Avenue in Wailuku. Office appointments are available on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday with home visits on Tuesdays and Fridays. Visit mauibreastfeeding.com for more information or appointments.

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Baby Keiki TAKE A PAUSE

Breathe Into Fall Fall can be a tricky time on Maui. With the kids returning to school earlier and earlier in August, a full roster of after-school schedules and weekend birthday parties, and the hot sticky month of September rolling in, it can be a tough time of transition.

The return to busy times can be a great invitation to focus on this incredibly simple, yet profound practice of breathing. You don’t need special equipment or tons of time to practice, you just need your awareness and willingness to be present with your breath.

Set aside a few minutes by yourself, which is recommended when you first start, or get advanced by practicing while you are in the car or waiting in line for shave ice. Invite your keiki to practice with you if they seem interested.

• Back to the belly. When you are stressed, your breath will tend to be shallow and you’ll use the neck and shoulders to assist into a breath pattern that mostly stays in your chest. By noticing how you are breathing, and allowing your breath to expand more fully into your lungs, which you will notice causes your belly to expand, you help yourself calm down and will be better able to

handle stress. It can be useful to also imagine your ribcage expanding out the sides.

• Focus on the exhale. When you inhale, you are energizing your body, giving it the capacity to actively respond to situations. Your exhale is where you can focus on relaxation and healing. When you consiously increase the length of your exhale, you help the part of your nervous system that is responsible for resting, digesting, and healing to come on board. Try inhaling for a count of four and exhaling for a count of eight. The specific counts don’t really matter, just find something that works for you, inhaling through the nose and exhaling through your mouth as if you are pushing the air through a straw.

• Box breathing. You can imagine that Navy Seals encounter a fair amount of stress on the job. Luckily, they are taught the technique of box breathing, which is incredibly helpful for remaining calm and focused under pressure. It’s also quite simple to practice. Start by exhaling for a count of four.

Hold your breath for four. Inhale for a count of four, and then hold again for a count of four. Adjust your four count to support a level of comfort with the practice. Try it for 5 minutes and see how you feel.

The breath is one of our most accessible and useful tools for managing stress. It allows us to communicate directly with our nervous system, and can be used to send our body signals that we are indeed safe. —KK

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Baby Keiki BUMP UP THE NUTRITION

Local Foods for Pregnant Moms

BY KIANA ROWLEY

Living foods that are locally sourced, free of harmful pesticides, and unprocessed with chemicals or preservatives provide essential nutrition while pregnant. Luckily, Hawai’i has an abundance of foods that can be excellent for pregnant and nursing mothers. In general, warm nourishing foods, and lightly cooked vegetables that are easy to assimilate, are all great options. “Roots and shoots soups and stews,” as Maui midwife Tina Garzero has shared with local mothers for over 30 years.

Local venison is an optimal source of protein that can be made into soups or stews. Add in a variety of fresh local herbs, root vegetables, and dark greens such as ‘uala, purple sweet potato with the leaves and vines added for iron and other trace minerals. These are especially good for breastfeeding moms.

During the first two trimesters of pregnancy, a woman’s blood volume doubles along with the needs of her growing baby. Foods that build her blood and iron content are essential. A traditional Hawaiian diet including limu, freshcaught smaller varieties of fish and seafood, as well as poi and pa‘i‘ai are excellent sources.

After a baby's birth, it’s important to recognize that they have never digested food before and their body must learn to process it. The moth-

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er’s first milk teaches her baby’s microbiome what to make of the complex microbial world outside the womb. The mother’s digestion also slows so that she can simplify the nutritional messages going to her baby.

Utilizing local ingredients when possible, start with broths, warm cooked foods, easy protein, and warm digestive herbs and spices. Limit anything difficult to digest such as raw or cruciferous vegetables, dairy products, and gassy foods. By the end of the second week, as the mother’s mature milk starts to come in, she can start to add in more complex foods slowly as she observes how her baby tolerates each food individually.

For the first six months of life, the mother continues to provide the best nutrients for her baby. That also means that all the nutrients that were required to grow the baby on the inside are twice as necessary to meet their growing needs on the outside.

Kiana Rowley, RN is the Vice President of the Pacific Birth Collective. pacificbirthcollective.org

Yeehaw! The Carden Jamboree is back so grab your partners and bring them upcountry for a night of barbecue, entertainment, and cowboy couture. The Carden Jamboree will benefit Carden’s academic and enrichment programs and support tuition assistance for students. This paniolo-themed fundraiser will include live and silent auctions, live music, dancing, a no-host bar, and fabulous barbecue dinner. The fun continues with a pie baking contest, carnival games, and more.

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Preserving a child’s smile sets them up for success.

A solid routine of brushing twice a day and flossing daily isn’t enough to prevent cavities or gum disease. Taking your keiki to the dentist for an exam, cleaning, and topical fluoride at least twice a year will help preserve the health and strength of your child’s teeth and gums.

A healthy smile and good overall health paves the path for children to learn, play and make dreams come true.

Set your child up for success and schedule their dentist appointment today.

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Baby Keiki HEALTHY 'OHANAS

Eat Better as a Family

BY CHRISSY MILLER, RN EMPLOYEE HEALTH MANAGER, MAUI HEALTH

We all know eating well is important, but many parents are already so busy that it’s hard to know where to start. The good news is that eating better doesn’t have to be another project for you to take on. There are simple things you can do to help your family eat healthier, starting right now. Here are some ideas.

Make healthy swaps. You don’t need to overhaul your entire meal plan to eat better. Start by swapping fresh fruits and vegetables for more highly processed foods, or using fresh ingredients as toppings. Replace shredded cheese with diced avocado on Taco Tuesday, or try sprinkling steamed, chopped broccoli florets on baked potatoes.

Switch up your cooking methods. Even if you eat the same foods, you can lighten them up and make them healthier by changing your cooking methods. Fire up the barbecue and grill some chicken instead of frying it in oil. Roasting, steaming, and braising food in broth are also healthier options.

Make the most of snack time. Studies have shown that people consume many empty calories between meals. Replace those sugary treats and sodium-laden chips with easy-to-pack fresh fruits and vegetables like carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, or edamame.

Try Meatless Mondays. If changing your entire routine feels overwhelming, consider starting with just one day a week. Introduce your family to Meatless Mondays (or pick a different day

of the week) and mix things up with a veggie stir fry, black bean tacos, portobello mushroom burgers, or even (gasp) tofu musubi.

Eat the rainbow. It’s no secret that colorful foods are packed with nutrients, and eating a wide variety is a great way to ensure kids get all the vitamins and minerals they need to be healthy.

Encourage keiki to try a rainbow of foods. Or, turn it into a game and let kids pick a different color daily, then challenge them to see how many foods they can try in that color group.

Let go of perfection. Remember that there’s no “right way” to eat healthily. By role-modeling sensible choices and teaching kids healthy habits, you’ll help them develop a positive relationship with food. In the long run, that’s much more important than convincing them to love kale or overcome their fear of tomatoes.

Hawai'i is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines, and whatever foods your family enjoys, you can make meals healthy and fun. By starting small, trying a few new things, and getting the whole family involved, you can make a positive change for your family’s health.

Visit mauihealth.org/familynutrition for more healthy family tips.

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Maui Health is proud to celebrate five years of caring for our community! 2017-2022 JULY 1, 2022, MARKS THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF MAUI HEALTH. Over the last five years, the Maui Health team has worked tirelessly to make many significant improvements in the quality and accessibility of care we provide, building upon the dedication and hard work of those that came before us.

With much of our first five years consumed by the pandemic, we also learned a lot about who we are as an organization, as a team, and what qualities make us special.

Through collaboration with our employees, physicians, and board of directors, we developed our Mission, Vision, and Values. These are our commitments to you, our community:

OUR MISSION:

Maui Health exists to provide exceptional health care for the people we serve with compassion, dignity, and respect.

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We are the trusted partner in enriching our communities’ health.

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People: to support the people we serve and each other.

Community: to honor and care for the health and well-being of our ‘ohana.

Excellence: to maintain our commitment to deliver safe, quality care for every person, every time.

We invite you to learn more about Maui Health, our mission, vision and values, and all of our accomplishments throughout our Journey to Five, at mauihealth.org/journey.

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Baby Keiki INFANT TESTING

Newborn Hearing Screening

BY CHRISTY CHADWICK

H

awai'i has an average of 70 babies born with a confirmed permanent hearing loss each year. Of those 70 babies, only about half receive services like audiology, early intervention, speech, and language, or sign language.

One of the reasons for the low service rate is due, in large part, to limited resources or little understanding of the process and the importance of language learning. Over 90% of babies born deaf are born to hearing parents.

When parents learn that their baby has hearing loss, they might be completely new to knowing how to raise a deaf child and what is necessary to help their child learn a language. This can be overwhelming, discouraging, and even heartbreaking. There are emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, blame, confusion, and frustration.

Families can benefit from counseling, not only to help them understand deafness but also to work through the grieving process. A child who is deaf is capable of many of the same tasks as their hearing peers. They are able to learn to read, write, jump, run, play, and can grow up to get a

job or go to college. It first starts with learning a language and it’s most important that they get started before they are six months old.

According to Early Hearing Detection and Intervention, or EDHI, a child is required to have a Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (NBHS) within the first month of birth. If a child fails the NBHS, the family needs to follow up for diagnostic testing and possibly hearing aids before three months and receive services by the time the baby is six months.

For Maui County, babies are screened with the NBHS at the hospital on Maui if they are born there. Lana'i babies are born either on Maui or on O'ahu and typically receive a screening at the hospital. Babies born on Moloka'i or home births can call Imua Family Services to receive an NBHS. It’s important to have your baby screened within the first month. If you notice language delays later, a hearing screening or further diagnostic testing may be needed.

To learn more about language learning and services after diagnosis, contact Hawaii Hears at info@hawaiihears.com Christy Chadwick is an advocate for children who are deaf and is the founder of Hawaii Hears, offering services for families and children who are deaf or hard of hearing using cochlear implants and hearing aids.

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Baby Keiki ASKING QUESTIONS

Lip & Tongue Tie

BY MOLLY STIENS, DC

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hat most professionals would consider a lip or tongue tie is the restriction in the oral tissues creating a functional deficit—inability to latch, trouble creating suction on the breast, issues digesting, palate formation, pain while nursing, etc. Just about every mama these days has heard of a “lip or a tongue tie.” It seems to always be “the reason” for the symptoms you’re having.

However, here at Living Adjusted Family Wellness Center, we’re asking different questions.

Restrictions within the oral cavity are intimately connected to the midline structures. The tissues of the mouth and palate, are embryologically derived from the same tissue that created your spinal cord. That is the specific system we are addressing when doing chiropractic bodywork with your baby.

Babes are designed to suck, swallow, breathe, sleep and poop. As we say here on Maui, “kau kau, moe moe, doo doo, a hana hou.” Simulta-

neously, we grow and expand more in the first year of life than we do in the rest of our years combined.

What are we doing on a physical level when we bring the scalpel (or laser) to these tissues?

What is the purpose of these “vessels” or areas?

What’s happening around the oral cavity? The rest of the body? What is the oral tissue connected to? How is it presenting?

Any strain in tissue or tautness will create an alteration in the communication through our body’s tissues. The world of lip and tongue tie is no different.

One of the primary things we’re noticing today in our keiki, are their bodies in flexion. Chronic flexion. Causing overall fascial/neurologic restriction. Is the lip and tongue tie a reason for the tight bodies? Or a result?

The world of lip and tongue tie is very young in its allopathic existence. The question is, how will we respond? Will we take a holistic, wholebody approach? Or witness our babies continue the path of restriction? Let’s take the chance to change the narrative.

Molly Stiens, DC is the founder of Living Adjusted.

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Local Finds:

Upcycling Inspo Here’s a few companies on Maui that are elevating the art of upcycling and doing their part to keep what some might consider trash out of the landfill.

by Kalia Kelmenson

Shred the Plastic

Recycling and upcycling #2 plastics, keeping them off the beach and out of the ocean.

Shop their sweet selection of small dishes. michicodecor.com

Sustainable Swimwear

Manakai Swimwear has been creating beautiful suits for nearly a decade out of material made from recycled fishing nets, fabric scraps, and other materials destined for the landfill. manakaiswimwear.com

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Reusable Takeout

Takeout containers generate a ton of waste.

Hui Zero provides reusable tins that you can trade in at participating restaurants. huizero.com

Sailing Away Looking for a cute and fashionable tote bag to carry all that beach and playground gear?

Sailbags Maui has you covered with bright and colorful bags made from kiteboarding sails. sailbagsmaui.com

Soft Play Made out of the softest tees around, Kookies creates looks for the whole family, and supports local charities by purchasing their fundraising t-shirts. kookiesmaui.com

Tossed Flowers Petals with Purpose upcycles wedding and event flowers and bring them to local hospice and care centers and then compost them.

Truly a beautiful service. instagram.com/petalswithapurpose

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Sustainable Shopping on Maui Wailuku Roots This store inside a salon captures the beauty behind sustainability. At Rooted in Wailuku, you can bring your own container, or buy one there to fill up with a variety of luxurious home and personal care products. Check for hours.

1942 Main St, Wailuku. rootedinwailuku.com Beach It Stop into Ho‘olawa in Napili and find a plethora of products that are upcycled. Be sure to check out their eco-friendly beach essentials.

Open 9am–7:30pm, closed Wed. & Sun. 5095 Napilihau Street, Lahaina. instagram.com/hoolawa_maui Refill Station Zero Waste Hale is at the Wednesday and Saturday upcountry farmer’s markets and in their shop in Haiku on other days. Grab some UNpaper towels and refill your favorite care and cleaning products without an ounce of guilt. Check for hours. 810 Kokomo Rd., Haiku. zerowastehale.com Threads Stop into C.U.T Market in Wailuku and find some new favorite upcycled threads to help you feel extra fabulous for your long-awaited night out. Open Mon.–Sat., 10am–3pm.

45 N Market St. # A, Wailuku. cutmarketmaui.com

Made in Maui County Festival

Old is New In this sweet boutique in Paia, Wings Hawaii adorns jackets and denim with upcycled patchwork and breathes new life into vintage teacups and dishware with their sweet designs.

Open daily. 10am–6 pm. Wings Hawaii, 100 Hana Hwy., Paia. wingshawaii.com End of the Rainbow Stop adding to the pile of garment waste and go second-hand. The Rainbow Attic has everything from designer clothing to surf brands and more. If you’re lucky, you’ll score a vintage mui mui. Open Tues.–Sun., 10am–6pm. 1881 S. Kihei Rd. B5, Kihei. rainbowatticmaui.com Giving Back The Hawaii Wildlife Discovery Center Shop features work by artists and photographers found at the center, as well as items focused on social sourcing and sustainability. Bonus: A percentage of sales goes toward marine conservation. Open every day, 10am–8pm.

2435 Ka‘anapali Parkway, Lahaina. hawaiiwildlifediscoverycenter.org The 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival will be held in-person at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on November 4 and 5, 2022. The event features over 140 Made in Maui County vendors offering hundreds of locally made products. A select number of local food trucks are also invited to showcase their ono cuisine during the two-day event. Considered Maui County's largest products show, this event is dedicated to growing the islands' small businesses and shoppers of all ages are invited to attend. Those wishing to attend and support local businesses should head to madeinmauicountyfestival.com and sign up for the email list to receive event updates. This event is presented by the Maui Chamber of Commerce and supported by the County of Maui and Office of Economic Development, with Title Sponsor Hawaiian Airlines.

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Visit the Coral Vanishing Mural by artist Jana Ireijo at Maui Ocean Center

ART WITH A MISSION Sustainable products designed by local artists that advocate for marine conservation.

Aquarium admission is not required to shop.

808.270.7061 | 192 Māʻalaea Rd. Wailuku, HI, 96793 mauioceancenter.com/shop

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Under the Light of the Moon One thing about living on an island in the middle of the ocean is that, when wanderlust strikes, it can be such a mission to get out of town. Thankfully, the plus side of that is that Maui offers countless ways to explore different terrain.

There are many beautiful hikes around Maui, but have you ever thought about heading out to explore them under the light of the moon?

While the dog days of summer may have left you seeking shade, let fall inspire you to adventure under the brilliant light of the full moon, at a more relaxed pace under the endless night sky.

It’s important that you know the trail well before you venture out to explore it by moonlight. Make sure you have been there a few times during the day and make note of any splits in the trail or challenging spots that might not be as obvious with lunar lighting.

Whichever path you choose, be sure you have ample water, snacks, and a headlamp so you don’t get left in the dark in case the clouds move in. It’s also a fabulous time to invite a couple of friends to join you on the journey.

Some favorite spots for full moon hikes are Haleakalā crater, Keone‘ō‘io Bay (also known as La Perouse), and the Waihe‘e Ridge Trail.

Be sure that you check for any notices about parking at night, and it’s always a good idea to notify someone who is not coming with you of your plans, including your route and estimated return time.

Moonlit hikes can also be a beautiful opportunity to do some self-reflection. There is a quality to the light that allows you to see in a new

way. Here are some prompts you may wish to bring with you on a moonlight hike and to share with good friends.

• What am I grateful for right now, both big things and small?

• What have I done lately that I’m proud of?

(This can be tricky for some, but experiment with letting yourself feel proud of what you’ve done.)

• What are the three most important things I value in life?

• What would I love to do or accomplish in this next cycle of the moon?

• Why do I want to do or accomplish that?

• What might get in the way, and how can I plan for and overcome those obstacles?

• What would the people who are closest to me in my life say they appreciate about me?

• How specifically can I take better care of myself in the coming month?

Use these questions as starting points to unlock a deeper place of connection and communication with the people you invited to join you on your full moon hike. You may be surprised by what you discover. —KK Image by Kim Dukes

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Building Good Family Habits The key to a moving from free flowing summer days to a more rigorous fall schedule is finding small ways to be present and stay organized.

Building good habits from the start will save you time and tears. Here are a few ideas to take you from a frazzled mess to a supremely cool and collected parent during the school year.

Review the week’s schedule. Whether you use a digital calendar or have an old school one hanging on the fridge, carve out time to take stock of the week on Sunday. Review appointments, after school activities, and events. This will help you start your week at ease knowing what to expect and planning accordingly.

Lunch prep. Lean into your natural rhythm.

If you’re the kind of person that is energized at night, prepare what you can of their lunch before going to bed. If you’re bright eyed in the morning, make food after your morning coffee.

Even better, have the kids help. They can collect ingredients, pick their snacks, pack their lunch box and fill their water bottle.

Dress before breakfast. Encourage your kids to get dressed for school when they wake up, along with finding their shoes. It’s likely you don’t wear shoes in your home, but have them put it by the door next to their backpack when getting ready. Doing this before breakfast helps reduce the chaos when it’s suddenly time to go.

Eat with your kids. As parents we tend to run at a million miles per hour, shoveling food into our kids' mouths, and not eating ourselves.

Whether you prepare a simple meal or everyone is on their own to pick what to eat, sit down together. A moment of family connection is a wonderful way to start the day.

Coordinate a carpool. Sick of feeling like a chauffeur? Join forces with fellow families and share the burden of driving kids to school, after school activities, and sports. A little planning can save you hours of driving and give your kids more time with their friends.

Homework. Figure out a homework routine that works for your child. Let them decompress from school first, with a snack and a conversation about their day. They should have a quiet, designated area, whether it’s the kitchen table or their own desk. Once complete, have them pack up their bag so it’s ready for school the next day.

Find what works for your family and establish those routines that help you and your kids ace the school year. —AT

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Time for a Water Tune-Up

BY TAMARA SHERRILL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MAUI NUI BOTANICAL GARDENS

Mulching around trees saves water and protects tree roots from machinery like mowers.

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ater conservation is one of the most important things you can do for your community. Here are some tips for saving water in your landscape during our driest season.

Find and fix leaks. Don’t ignore that unusually green patch. Look online at the Maui Association of Landscape Professionals (MALP) industry directory to find an irrigation specialist.

Measure and experiment. Put a few empty tuna cans around your lawn and turn on your irrigation system for as long as it takes for the cans to fill with ½ inch of water. Watering that length of time twice a week equals one inch of water. Try cutting the time in half one week, and in half again the next, to observe if your plants really need this much.

Water at cool times of day, especially if you have sprinklers that spray and create mist. If do you have rotor type sprinklers, consider replacing with drip or stream emitters.

Use mulch, which can be any organic matter.

Mulch cools, retains soil moisture, and adds nutrients.

Plant new plants in winter to take advantage of rains. Water new plants only until established.

Keep lawns high. Longer grass has deeper roots and requires less water. Enter your area code at drought.gov to check conditions and remember, lawns do revive after turning brown.

Remove invasives, plant natives, and support watershed protection. A study by Thomas Giambelluca at University of Hawai‘i showed that compared to native trees like ‘ōhi‘a, invasive trees like strawberry guava transpire or lose more water and contribute less to ground water recharge. Maui’s water supply depends on this recharge from forests capturing water for our aquifers. The Maui County landscape and gardening handbook has a list of natives that do well in five rainfall zones. Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (@mauinuibg) posts about native plants for sale each week, and Maui Native Nursery and Ho‘olawa Farms are excellent sources of native plants.

Collect rain. Did you know you can apply for a free Rain Barrel Catchment System? For more information, the County of Maui Department of Water Supply has free water saving tips, programs, and fixtures for both indoors and out at waterresources.mauicounty.gov.

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is a native plant landscape at 150 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului, across from the War Memorial Stadium. Visit us any time 8 am–4 pm, Tuesday through Saturday, for free admission for residents, and smartphone audio messages about how and why to grow plants displayed around the Garden.

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How to Read a Paycheck Congratulations, you landed your first job!

Be sure your teen knows how to read the paystub.

Most people don’t bother reading their paystubs. After all, what matters most is the total amount you can deposit into your bank account, right?

Wrong. Although you can go through life without ever looking at your pay stub, being able to understand the information in it is important for knowing what deductions are being taken out of your pay and where your money is going. If you don’t know how to read your paystub, you might be losing money that you earned.

Paystubs can be difficult to read, and the terms used may not be familiar, so here’s a handy guide for reference.

• Pay Period: The date range covered in the pay stub. Most companies follow the bi-weekly pay period, but there are some who prefer the monthly or bi-monthly option.

• Gross Pay: The total income earned during the pay period before the deductions. This should always correspond with the wages in your employment contract.

• Net Pay: The amount you take home after all the deductions are removed from the gross pay. This is the amount you are paid either with a check or directly deposited into your bank account.

• Taxes: In Hawai'i, there are two primary types of taxes that will appear: federal and state. These taxes are based on the amount you earn and are deducted from your gross pay every payday. Upon employment, you are required to fill out a W-4 form. This will be used as the basis of your federal tax amount. Exemptions can lower the amount of tax you have to pay.

• Medicare: A mandatory deduction required by the government that requires that all employees contribute 1.45% of their gross

pay and employers matching each employee contribution. Medicare provides health insurance for retirees and the disabled.

• Social Security: A government-mandated retirement fund that aims to provide a reliable monthly pension to each of its retired members. Every employee is required to contribute 6.2% of gross pay to and employers are required to match that amount.

• Year-to-Date Information: Details the total amount paid to all the required withholdings for the entire year.

• Health Insurance: Monthly deductions for health insurance, apart from Medicare. This will depend on the company's policies.

• Employer-Sponsored Retirement Account Contributions: Many companies offer private or alternative retirement savings plans, like a 401k or defined benefit plan.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): An account that allows you to save pre-tax earnings for qualified covered medical expenses.

Get familiar with your paystub acronyms and abbreviations: • FT or FED is Federal Tax • ST is State Tax • SS is Social Security • OT is Overtime • MWT (sometimes referred to as Med) is Medicare • EIN is Employee Identification Number • FICA is Federal Insurance Contributions Act

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Changing Bodies Dear Cici is a family resource for accurate informaton about sex and relationships.

Email your questions to: info@mauifamilymagazine.com.

Dear Cici, My friend's daughter just got her period and I'm embarrassed to admit I haven't had "the talk" with my own daughter. How do I start this conversation and help my daughter through this special time?

—Bashful in Kula Dear Bashful in Kula, No need to feel embarrassed, talking about getting your period can be an uncomfortable subject. Many of us have grown up in a culture where stigma and shame associated with menstruation are common and reinforced in the ways we talk and don’t talk about it.

Start by asking your daughter what she already knows about getting her period. These days kids have access to way more information than we did growing up and whether she learns about it from social media or hears about it from her friends, it’s likely that your daughter has a lot more information than you realize.

Be ready to answer questions or clarify details.

Explain all the things that come along with getting your period (PMS, cramps, etc) but don't focus too much on the negative as not everyone will experience those things.

Be aware of your own beliefs and the language you use to talk about menstruation. Aunt Flo, shark-week, the curse, for example. Are you using terms that convey shame or discomfort with the topic? Remember, we’re trying to challenge the stigma associated with getting your period. If you’re embarrassed about it, how do you think your kid feels?

Helping your child to be prepared ahead of time will give them confidence. Talk with her about all the various products available for people with periods. Consider assembling a small emergency kit that she can keep in her backpack in case her first period arrives without warning and encourage her to share information (and supplies) with others. Trans and non-binary kids will face additional social/ emotional challenges during puberty and will benefit from straightforward, sensitive discussion of how they want to navigate getting their period.

Conversations about menstruation don’t have to be limited to moms and their daughters.

It’s important for dads to feel empowered to talk about this with their daughters and it’s a great idea to teach your sons about periods too. Menstruation is a part of the human experience and there’s no reason for males to be uninformed about how female bodies work.

Discussions about puberty and the physical/ emotional changes your child can expect should begin well before they begin to experience them. But don’t worry, it’s never too late. The most important thing you can do is to be open and available.

Cecilia Ortiz, LCSW is a clinical social worker and a mom. She has nearly 20 years of experience including working with kids, teens and adults in the areas of sex education, abuse, trama and prevention.

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Thai’d Together for Lunchtime Think upside-down salad cups: as easy to create as spreading peanut butter and jelly. Layered with colorful and crunchy veggies, a healthy protein of your choosing and a delectable sauce to “Thai“ it all together, these savory stacks of brain boosting goodness will make your kid the envy of his lunch table crew.

The Base

The Sauce

Mix and match your favorite veggies:

Nuac chom sweet chili is the base for this accompanying dressing, which is a kid friendly twist on the classic Thai dipping sauce. The light and zippy dressing ties together the components of this fresh lunch salad. Send in a separate little jar or baggie to keep veggies fresh.

• Shredded or shaved carrot or other colorful blend of root veggies such as purple daikon, watermelon radish, heirloom carrot.

• Chopped greens of your choice. I like thinly sliced baby bok choy, fresh and clean bean sprouts, and mint/ basil/ cilantro—all three, just one — ­ your choice.

Whisk together: • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce

Add any healthy protein:

• 2 TBSP Fish sauce

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• 3 TBSP fresh lime juice

Cooked chicken, tofu or seasoned seared tempeh, cashews or peanuts.

• 1 TBSP rice vinegar • 1/4 cup water • diced mint, cilantro or basil.

Maja Liotta is a private chef and mother to three of her own monkeys. She resides in the jungle, on the north shore of Maui with her 'ohana where she gardens, surfs, dances, and runs her private chef and catering company, Lilikoi Creations.

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Maui Family

FALL 2022

Sports Calendar

Lahaina Skate Company

registration is required. Please inquire about age restrictions. Visit bodybalancemaui.com for a complete schedule.

Skateboarding Lessons Lahaina Skate Company offers both group and individual classes to meet the needs of skaters of every skill level. Come learn and most importantly: Have fun! Ages 4 and up, all skill levels. Monday through Saturday. Check class availability online.

Maui Aerial Arts

808-283-7318 • lahainaskatecompany.com 78 Ulupono St. , Lahaina

Surfing & Turfing

808.357.1918 • surfingandturfing.com mauithobe@gmail.com

Professional athlete and coach, Steve Thobe, offers holistic surfing instruction and baseball training. SURF LESSONS for all ages and skill levels, we use real, locally crafted surf boards (not styrofoam), and surf in pristine locations. We also offer customized 3-day holistic surf retreats and surf camps. BASEBALL TRAINING using cutting edge methods to increase stamina, flexibility, strength and skill in mind, body and soul.

808-205-8522• mauiaerialarts.com heather@mauiaerialarts.com 810 Haiku Road, Unit 157, Haiku

Keiki and Adult Classes • Ages 6 & up Maui Aerial Arts is the place for kids and adults to learn aerial silk, trapeze, lyra and circus arts in a safe and supportive environment. We have weekly group classes, Mommy and Me classes, open studio training times, workshops, Kids Circus Night/Parents Night Out, cabaret shows, and seasonal events. We also rent space for local groups to host dance or other movement practices. Visit our website for more information.

Body in Balance

808-661-1116 • bodybalancemaui.com 142 Kupuohi St – F2, Lahaina, HI 96761

Fall Keiki Silks • Ages 4–14 August–December Come fly away in this exciting and unique class.

Make fitness fun as you learn foot locks, climbs, wraps, poses, and drops! Fall Ballet - Plies, pirouettes, and plenty of fun! Our kid’s dance classes are specially designed for the little leaper in your life. Each class is set in a series to allow the children to grow as a group, so pre-

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Family | Respect | Kindness I will work towards restoring these values so future generations can cherish a life fulfilled on Maui County. Please join me on this journey.

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SWIM WITH HOKU Swim in 10 days or less GUARANTEED! Private, 1-on-1 Lessons Just Hoku and your child in a private pool Fully Insured & CPR Certified Check our website for upcoming classes! swimwithhoku.com • 808-384-9626 hoku@swimwithhoku.com swimwithhoku

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SPORTS CALENDAR Keiki Soccer Pros

808-633-4070 • keikisoccer.com

Island-Wide Keiki Soccer Pros is Maui’s most fun, exciting soccer program. Our professional, creative, caring coaches your child will love. We have been teaching soccer in Maui to thousands of kids over the past 8 years. Visit our website to find out what classes are available.

Vertical Sports Maui

808-281-5443 • verticalsportsmaui.com verticalsportsmaui@gmail.com

Vertical Sports Maui is dedicated to inspire and equip youth through sports. World-class sports programs are made accessible to all on a donation basis. Visit our website or contact us to register!

ALBION Juniors

albionschawaii.org • 808-357-5118

West Side & Central Locations • Ages 6–12 ALBION Juniors is a developmental program designed to give your child the opportunity to build a solid foundation in technical development, confidence and a love for the ball in the very early years of playing while enjoying the game of soccer.

Tennis at Kalama Park

808-250-3656 • citanmaui@gmail.com Kalama Park Tennis Courts, Kihei Courts 3 and 4 near the ocean

Tennis Classes • Age 6–17 Wednesday/Friday Beginner: 4-5pm • Intermediate: 5–6pm Beginning skill building, movement and strategy, combined in a fun atmosphere. Skill based, not age. Call and reserve with Coach Barb 808-2503656. Class size will be limited to 5 students.

Check monthly calendar posted at the park.

Tennis Made Easy

808-283-1925 • Coach Petra War Memorial Tennis Courts (Upper Level)

Beginner & Advanced Classes Wednesdays • 4pm–6:30pm Fridays • 4pm–6:30pm Registration required. Limit is 10 participants per class. All equipment is provided. Please call for details.

Swim with Hoku

808-384-9626 • www.swimwithhoku.com

Island-wide classes and private instruction Swim in 10 days or less. Accepting students age 32 months and older (younger children will be considered on a case by case basis). Check our schedule for additional classes at swimwithhoku.com.

Kiffmann Taekwondo

808-877-4311 • kiffmanntaekwondo.com 261 Lalo St., Suite H2 (behind Outdoor Living)

Little dragon, kids, teen, and adult classes Check the online schedule for the most up to date classes By learning focus, basic motor skills, self-control, and respect for others in both playful and structured exercises, each child will accelerate at their own ability. With 25 years of service, we are Maui’s longest-running martial arts school and the only certified Taekwondo school in central Maui. As a “Life Prep” school we give kids the tools to succeed in life. Classes cover bully management, leadership training, and all areas of physical and mental fitness. We are also running interactive zoom classes along with our regular classes to allow for safe training at home. All students have access to our growing online library.

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FALL 2022

MAUI FAMILY

Events

CALENDAR

County vendors offering hundreds of locally made products. Considered Maui County's largest products show, this event is dedicated to growing the islands' small businesses and shoppers of all ages are invited to attend.

St. John’s Kula Festival

September 17, 2022 8992 Kula Highway, Kula stjohnsmaui.org/kulafestival

Proceeds go to support St. John's ministries and different partner charities chosen each year. Highlights include a silent auction, yummy food, flowers, plants and produce.

Carden Jamboree

November 5th, 2022 • cardenmaui.org 55 Maka‘ena Place, Pukalani

Yeehaw! The Carden Jamboree is back and will be held on November 5th, 2022. Grab your partners and bring them upcountry for a night of barbecue, entertainment, and cowboy couture at the Carden campus in Pukalani. The Carden Jamboree will benefit Carden’s academic and enrichment programs and support tuition assistance for students. This paniolo-themed fundraiser will include live and silent auctions, live music, dancing, a no-host bar, and a fabulous barbecue dinner. The fun continues with a pie baking contest, carnival games, and more.

The 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival

Primary Election Day August 13, 2022

It’s an election year and let your voice be heard.

Voter service centers open on August 1, 2022.

Deadline to submit a paper voter registration application for the Primary Election: August 3, 2022. Absentee mail application deadline: August 6, 2022. Visit elections.hawaii.gov for details.

General Election Day November 8, 2022

Voter service centers open on October 25, 2022.

Deadline to submit a paper voter registration application for the Primary Election: October 31, 2022. Absentee mail application deadline: November 1, 2022. Visit elections.hawaii.gov for details.

November 4 & 5, 2022 • Madeinmauifestival.com

The 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival is happening November 4 & 5, 2022. The event features over 140 Made in Maui

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Kula Country Farms

808-878-8381 • kulacountryfarmsmaui.com Located at 6240 Kula Hwy, across from Rice Park

Kula Country Farms Pumpkin Patch Special hours! Open every day in Oct. 9am–4pm The Kula Country Farms Pumpkin Patch is a fall family tradition not to be missed. Pack up the kids and head up to the farm for their famous corn maze, stroll through the colorful garden, and pose at the many photo opportunities throughout the property while taking in the breathtaking views. Choose from a variety of pumpkins and gourds of all sizes and shop for seasonal goodies and island-grown produce at the store. Check out the website, Instagram, and Facebook for daily Pumpkin Patch updates.

Champs Pediatrics

808-495-9616 • champspediatrics.com

New Parents Class & Update on COVID19 and Breastfeeding Wednesdays via zoom at 5pm Irene Papaconstadopoulos, MD, a board-certified Pediatrician, is offering a free Zoom prenatal class. Topics: COVID19 and breastfeeding, what you need to know about the first days with your baby. Registration: champspediatrics.com

Maui Mall

808-877-8952 • mauimallvillage.com

Join us for family-friendly fun throughout the season. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @MauiMall or visit our website at mauimallvillage. com for more details.

Queen Ka’ahumanu Center

808-877-4325 • queenkaahumanucenter.com 275 E. Ka’ahumanu Ave., Kahului

Maui’s lifestyle shopping for generations, Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center has served as the island’s town square since 1972. For more information, visit queenkaahumanucenter.com.

The Maui Farm

808-579-8271 • TheMauiFarm.org • Makawao

Free Farm Tour • All Ages • 9:00–11:00am Saturdays Join us for a morning of exploration, learning, and fun! Explore our crop fields, plant nursery, composting zone, and meet and feed our friendly farm animals including pigs, goats, rabbits, and chickens. Reservations are required.

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Don’t miss our round up of Maui Halloween Events on mauifamilymagazine.com this October!

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Keiki Birthday Gift Ideas When you have multiple birthday parties to attend each year, look beyond the standard Lego set or doll and gift keiki with some new ideas that nurture their interests and honor their abilities.

Memberships. Sign up at one of the various organizations across the island like the Maui Ocean Center or the Maui Family YMCA to score perks for visits and classes.

Classes. Many options for keiki classes can be found in the magazine in your hands and if the keiki in your life would enjoy trying out a class, why not gift a day at an art class or dance class?

Tools. Whether your child likes to cook, play in the garden, or help build things, skip the toy or plastic versions of tools and go for the real deal that they can treasure and use to hone their skills.

Adopt an animal. The Surfing Goat Dairy Farm or Leilani Farm Sanctuary offers ways to sponsor an animal which is a great gift for an animal lover.

A photo album or framed photo. Have your child pick their favorite photo with their friend and put it in a pretty frame or if they can’t just choose one, make an album.

Party of Two Turns out the biggest magic trick Brenton Keith pulled out of his bag o’ tricks this year was marrying Cirque Jolie. Together or separately, you can hire them for any function looking to spice things up. Brenton has been doing his unique style of comedy and magic on the

Travel accessories. A small bag or suitcase will delight any child ready to get on a plane or take a new adventure.

Dress up clothes. Nurture their imaginations with items that offer options to play dress-up.

A piggy bank or wallet. It’s never too early to teach kids how to save and handle money. Kids burst with pride when they can pay for things on their own.

Magazine or box subscription. Receiving mail is thrilling for kids, so give them a gift that keeps giving. Try National Geographic for Kids or educational boxes like KiwiCo. Movie tickets. What kid doesn’t love going to the movies? Hello, popcorn and candy! Buy movie passes and let the keiki choose the flick.—KK island for over 25 years now. He brings a full vaudevillian show to you complete with goldfish, fire, and tons of laughter. Jolie has been delighting audiences (and apparently Brenton too) since 2003 starting out with face painting and balloon twisting; then adding costumed stilt walking and fire dancing, and Cirque Jolie was born! Together they also run Gameshow Fanatics, Maui’s Mobile Game Show. They bring a full-scale re-creation of the Family Feud to events, with custom questions about the group or celebrant.

Currently, you can see both Brenton and Jolie for a magic show at Gilligan’s Bar & Grill in Kihei, every other Sunday. It’s free and for all ages. magicbrent.com | cirquejolie.com gameshowfanatics.com

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