Maui Family Magazine Winter Issue 2022-2023

RAISING KEIKI MAUI STYLE

CONTRIBUTORS

Get to know our contributors. In this issue we ask them to share their most treasured Maui holiday traditions.

Kalia Kelmenson @saltinus

“My treasured holiday tradition is making wreaths with fragrant evergreens and vibrant colored blooms from upcountry.”

Kalia grew up on Maui and can't imagine a better place to raise kids. She loves supporting groups and individuals to share their passion and purpose without burning out. The holidays aren’t always a time of joy and she shares ways to honor grief on page 38.

Cecilia Ortiz @alohacici

“My favorite Maui holiday tradition is watching Santa arrive in the outrigger canoe.”

Cecilia wears many hats: writing her Dear Cici column, working as a social worker, and raising her son on Maui. If you haven’t talked to your kids about what to do when they witness bullying, you may want to head to page 46.

Anik Cockroft @dranikcockroft

“My most treasured tradition is dressing in themed pajamas, hopping on our bikes to cruise the streets with festive music via a portable speaker, and checking out the holiday lights and inflatables.”

Anik is the creator of Mama Mindset®, a Board Certified Pediatrician and Sports Medicine Physician. She urges the habit of solid sleep during the hectic holidays on page 36.

Razi WIlson @razwilsonphotography

“Going to Hana for Christmas and being with friends and family.”

Razi Wilson is a professional photographer for the last 20 years and art therapist currently getting a Masters in CMHC. She captured the cover of the Stevens family at home in the valley.

Our Keiki

GrazingHolidayBoards

By Maile Crewdson

Grazing boards are a fun-filled way to eat finger foods as a family. This holiday season, why not try this edible activity with your keiki? It makes a great appetizer to bring to any holiday gathering and can easily be adapted to food preferences and allergies.

My two older keiki love to help chop up and arrange fresh veggies, while my youngest is great at organizing fresh berries, crackers, or cheese slices. So, gather your 'ohana, grab a clean cutting board, baking sheet, or large serving platter, along with pantry and fridge staples, and have fun crafting a grazing board with your keiki. Spoiler: You can use anything you already have and enjoy at home, which makes for an extra special meal in a snap.

SAMPLE GRAZING BOARD

Baby carrots

Bell peppers, sliced Black olives

Apple slices

Grapes Berries

Pears, sliced

Brie cheese with a dollop of fresh fruit jam or honey on top

Creamy artichoke dip Salami or other lunch meat

Chicken sausage, cooked and sliced

Cheddar cheese slices

Taro and/or sweet potato chips

Crackers

Fresh herbs for garnish

HOLIDAY EXTRAS

I love to add freshly cut rosemary or mint from my garden as a pretty garnish, along with edible and/or food-safe pesticide-free flowers from local flower farms here on Maui. For the sweet tooth, make a grazing board extra decadent with a handful of cookies and chocolates

TIPS TO ASSEMBLE

Start with the biggest items first and place those directly on the board as visual anchors. For example, assemble a large brie cheese round in the middle, add jam or honey on top, then work your way outward. Next, place “wet ingredients” like olives, dips, and spreads in little bowls. Add cheese slices, fruits, meats, and crackers cascading around those anchors, filling in space. Have fun with the colors and textures as you place each group of items on the plate. Finish with little serving spoons for the dips, and place fresh rosemary or herbs throughout.

Maile Crewdson is a Maui mom of three young keiki. She specializes in baking allergyfriendly cakes and malasadas. Find her on Instagram: @littlemauifamily @cyrusbakingco

Photo Credit: Maile Crewdson

Get a History Lesson

museum offers an in-depth look into Lāhainā’s history, from pre-Western contact and Hawaii's whaling and plantation days, to the infancy of tourism. Free tours are offered every Wednesday and self-guided tours are available anytime the museum is open, daily 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Maui’s

museums and historical sites are not just for visiting tourists. The Hawaiian islands have a rich history that can be experienced in a kid-friendly way that should be discovered by all people that call Maui home.

Lāhainā Historic Trail. With Lāhainā serving as the capital of the Kingdom of Hawai’i for more than forty years, Maui’s west side offers the greatest number of opportunities for exploring the island’s history. The Lāhainā Historic Trail walking tour offers a chance to visit all of the more than sixty historical and cultural sites in Lāhainā in an unstructured way that may fit any family’s needs. The walking trail covers approximately twelve blocks and is split into three separate trails, all of which may also be completed in one day. Maps are scattered throughout Lāhainā town and may also be found at lahainarestoration.org. Or, download the free Lāhainā Historic Trail app from the Apple or Google app store.

Lāhainā Court and Custom House. If visiting just one place is more your style, the Lāhainā Court and Custom House is the oldest public building in Lāhainā and houses the Lāhainā Heritage Museum on its second floor. The

Hale Hō‘ike‘ike. The Hale Hō‘ike‘ike, also known as the Bailey House in Wailuku covers Hawaiian history from the ali‘i whose authority ruled Maui prior to Western contact to the missionaries whose arrival influenced those Hawaiian chiefs, to the Bailey family and the founding of the Maui Historical Society. Hale Hō’ike’ike is home to over 2000 artifacts including Edward Bailey’s own collections of snail shells, ferns, and his own paintings. Reservations are currently required. Adult entrance fee is $10 with 50% off for kama’aina. Both guided and self-guided tours are available as well as a free app for a digital option. Go to mauimuseum.org for current information.

Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum. For a different aspect to Maui’s history visit the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum in Kahului. This museum outlines the history of sugar production and honors the diverse peoples that worked on the plantations and contributed to the multicultural diversity Maui knows today. Visit sugarmuseum.com for more information.

—JH

Photo Courtesy of Hale Hō'ike'ike at the Bailey House

GAINING

Keeping Maui Dancing

BY ALMA TASSI

Two and a half years ago, everything came to a standstill and keiki across the island found themselves separated from their friends and everything they loved to do, including dancing. Dancing—with its intimacy and reliance on breathing—had all the elements of being the worst thing to do together during the pandemic. But two women came together in an effort to keep Maui dancing.

After the studio they worked with took a pause, Katie Higuchi and Alannah Andersen began teaching on Zoom to create an outlet for dance students. With an incredible response, they eventually had 18 classes on the schedule, collaborating with teachers from all over the world. By October 2020, in-person classes in Wailuku and Pā‘ia began and Momentum Dance Maui was born.

This past spring, they took the leap to open their own studio in Kahului and now offer 50 classes in all styles—ballet, hip hop, musical theater, tap, and contemporary. The 15 teachers each teach their specialty with impressive credentials. Higuchi, as well as instructor Kathleen McKeon, are certified American Ballet Teachers, while others like Jackie Dowsett have enjoyed professional dance careers touring and also performing with the Radio City Rockettes.

The gorgeous space has a welcoming reception area, a studio for the younger children with a window for parents to observe, and another studio for the older students. Safety is of utmost importance to Higuchi and Anderson, and they invested in a professional dance floor to ensure students can dance and do pointe safely. Since many students take multiple classes, they incorporated a break room with space to do homework and simply spend time together.

Higuchi shares, “One day I looked in one direction at that room and the students had all their backpacks everywhere, laughing together and still in their school clothes, and then I looked in the other direction at the studio with their perfect hair, moving gracefully and en pointe, and had to marvel at the transformation.”

With their own studio, the pair have a vision for creating a space that brings the community together. This December, they are working with Maui Onstage for their 2nd Annual Nutcracker Sweets at `Īao Theater. They see opportunities for dance competitions for the older students and “kids' night out” and birthday parties for the younger ones. Andersen says, “One of the many things I love about dance is how it inspires connection: to the many parts of oneself, to others, to a community, to the universe.”

Momentum Dance Maui is located at 230 Hana Hwy. Unit 4, Kahului. Learn more at momentumdancemaui.com.

Develop Your Child’s Motor Skills at Home

BY KIEGAN BLAKE, O.T.

Engaging your child in big motor movements is good for their strength and coordination, as well as discharges their wiggles and worries of the day. Limit access to electronics so your child is available to move! Any opportunity you have, to entice your child to join you in daily motor activities will have tremendous benefits. It’s also important to have designated spaces at home that are safe for motor play with your child. Many motor skills can be built through participation in daily activities.

• Pull and push a laundry basket, or a garbage bin out to the driveway, or carry a grocery bag to and from the car

• Use a sponge and a small squirt bottle to wipe the table before and after meals, or to clean the windows

• Use laundry pegs to hang table napkins nearby or artwork on a hanging line

• Water the plants with a small watering can or spray bottle

• Sweep using a small sweeper and dustpan, or a mini vacuum

• Pull a clean-up bin around the house to collect toys

• Cooking and baking that involves stirring and pouring, squeezing, pushing with a roller, poking, and making shapes

Creative play can help with motor development.

• Arts and crafts such as stringing, gluing, cutting, and painting

• Thematic, imaginative play that involves dressing up, drawing messages, treasure maps, and signs, and making decorations

Use soft items indoors to build ball skills.

• A sturdy punching balloon hanging to bat with hands

• Throwing and kicking a soft beach ball in the hallway or playroom

• Play catch with a favorite stuffy, or try to toss the stuffies into a bucket

Create an opportunity for your child’s body to move in different orientations.

• Create a sensory pathway with chalk that includes jumping on shapes, spinning, hopping, and walking on a squiggly line

• Scavenger hunts to collect indoor or outdoor treasures from a picture list

• Build forts with furniture cushions and sheets/blankets and use laundry pegs to hold the sheets in place

• Create indoor obstacle courses that involve crawling under and through, hopping, balancing, and going forward and backward\ Integrate yard work and gardening.

• Collect rocks to create a rock garden and paint the rocks

• Collecting leaves and branches in a small wheelbarrow, wagon, or bucket

• Digging, planting, and watering

Kiegan Blake is an Occupational Therapist, Behavioral Specialist, and Director of Maui Center for Child Development. For more information, please call 808-873-7700 or visit MauiChildDevelopment.com.

BOOKS

Social-Emotional Learning

BY JESSICA GLEASON, HSPLS BOOKMOBILE LIBRARIAN

Picture books are a powerful tool in a child’s social and emotional development. Reading books together provides safe spaces in which to talk about big feelings and challenging topics. Cultivating this development helps them manage emotions, show empathy for others, and establish supportive relationships. Here are some SEL books for ages 4-7 available at your local library.

Leyla by Galia Bernstein. When the noise and chaos of a baby baboon's big family get to be too much she runs away and meets a friend that teaches her how to “do nothing”. This lovely picture book teaches kids (and their grownups) how to be still and to see, hear, and feel one’s way into inner peace.

The Good Egg by Jory John and Pete Oswald. How does it feel to be the one “Good Egg” in a carton full of rotten ones? This clever, funny, and poignant book teaches the importance of self-care and learning to accept the imperfections in others and ourselves.

I’m Bored; I’m Worried; I’m Sad by Michael Ian Black. A little girl, a potato, and a flamingo help each other to work through: what it means to worry (and how not to); how feeling sad is okay and having friends who let you be sad is comforting; and finally, how boredom can be cured with a little bit of play and imagination.

Outside In by Deborah Underwood. A reminder of our interconnectedness to the world outside and how nature is a part of our everyday lives. Beautiful watercolor illustrations accompany the lyrical text.

The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions by Anna Llenas. A simple story about identifying emotions and how they can be expressed. Great for young children to practice naming what they are feeling.

Out of a Jar by Deborah Marcero. A lovely story about the dangers of bottling up feelings and how much better it is to feel them, hug them, and let them go. An affirming story about identifying, accepting, and expressing feelings.

My Mixed Emotions: Help Your Kids Handle Their Feelings by Elinor Greenwood. This nonfiction book is an accessible look at identifying basic emotions including feeling happy, angry, fearful, and sad. Includes tips and activities that foster awareness, acceptance, and healthy expression of all feelings. Includes an emotions dictionary and glossary of terms.

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Maui Hands Turns 30 What started out as a small space in Makawao with just 25 artists in 1992 has grown into one of Hawaii’s most loved places to shop for local artwork, jewelry, and crafts, with a current roster of 300 artists. At monthly Artist-InResidence events, locals and visitors alike can talk story with painters, potters, jewelers, and other masters of their craft. What’s more, each of Maui Hands’ four locations in Lahaina, Makawao, Paia, and Wailea is uniquely curated, meaning you’ll see something different every time you visit. The Maui Hands ‘ohana extends a warm thank you, “Mahalo nui loa for your ongoing support of our artists!” For store locations and more information, visit mauihands.com

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

Spring semester at AAPA begins January 4th, 2023. Join us for Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Acting classes! The semester will run from January to May and conclude with our spring performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Visit our website https://www. alexanderacademy.info for class schedules and studio information.

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!

CALENDAR CALENDAR

Maui Academy of Performing Arts 808-244-8760 • mauiacademy.org NEW MAPA classrooms, 2050 Main Street, Wailuku Fall semester: Aug 15 – Dec 10 (open enrollment) • Spring Semester: Jan 9 – May 6 Ages 3 & Up • All levels of experience

DANCE Weekly classes for everyBODY, where students will learn to explore their world through movement. Multiple dance styles are offered. DRAMA From keiki to kupuna, classes will help build confidence, incite creativity, and encourage exploration of the world around us. MUSICAL THEATRE Put your storytelling skills to work through acting, singing and dancing. Whether new to the stage or ready for Broadway, students will work together as a class to explore new musicals each week. MAPA's spring semester will conclude with a spring performance recital.

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.

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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

808-868-0333 • mauionstage.com Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center (Across from Lens Crafters)

Winter session starts January 9th and ends the week of March 10th with a showcase.

Ages 5 & up

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.

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

Ongoing after-school, weekend programs, camps and private events. Ages 2.5-18.

ArtLab Maui programs include: creativity building, drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, and more. Providing quality teacherled 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

Great for families, showers, date night, birthday parties, any occasion that calls for a great time! Coming up are our monthly all-ages classes: November and December - ornament painting. These all-ages classes cost $10-$20 per person making them affordable for our local families. Our Wednesday afternoon classes are family

classes when the public schools are on break. Register at islandartparty.com.

Anuenue Music Maui 719-948-7789 • anuenuemusicmaui.com Kindermusik.com

Aloha Open Marketplace 1794 S Kihei Rd #10 Kihei

Kindermusik classes: ages birth - 10 years Private lessons: ages 7 years – adult

Kindermusik by Tamara for keiki and private lessons by Dan Anuenue Music Maui to continue their musical journey. Whether you are just beginning or a seasoned musician there is something for everyone. Kindermusik is the world’s leader in childhood music & movement education. Based on decades of research, activities are carefully & creatively designed to enhance children’s cognitive, language, physical, creative, and social-emotional development.

La-ti-Da School of Music & Creative Arts www.la-ti-daproductions.com aloha@la-ti-daproductions.com • 808-280-2784 office 920-227-3406 text • @latidamusic 133 Makawao Ave, Makawao HI

Ages 3 months – adult

La-ti-Da offers early childhood and preschool music classes for ages 3 months-6 years as well as private and group music lessons for age 7+ on various instruments. We believe in creating an uplifting environment for children to explore the world of creativity. We strive to motivate kids through interactive learning, movement, games and innovation, inspiring confidence and teamwork. Join us for the 2022-2023 school year at our studio in Makawao!

Arts Calendar

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.

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

Winter 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.

Education Education

CALENDAR CALENDAR

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

Open House Save the Date • January 21, 2023

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.

Montessori School of Maui 808.573.0374 • momi.org 2933 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao

Open House • February 11, 2023

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, Kihei Across from S. Maui Community Park

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

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

Open Houses on November 5, 10 am - Noon, and January 2, 10 am - Noon.

Attend open house and see our classrooms, outdoor play areas, and meet with our Head of School. Learn about our school philosophy, curriculum, health and safety policies, Tuition Aid Programs and more. Email office@rootsmaui. org, call 808-250-7988, and visit 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 248-564-1999 • cindyteachesreading.com

Cindy Shuster

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.

Maui Tutoring 808-500-8881 • mauitutoring.com • Kihei

Private & group tutoring

PreK–3rd grade Monday–Saturday, 8am–6pm 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 curriculum kits. Mon.-Sat., all year, 8am– 6pm.

Join the Sea Cadets 808-707-4669 • seacadets.org meldredge@seacadets.org

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.

Learn CPR Save Lives 808-740-2770 • Learncprsavealifehawaii@gmail.com Learncprsavelives.com

Flexible classes throughout the year in CPR, AED, First Aid, Conscious and Unconscious Choking, Basic Life Support Classes for health care providers using American Heart Association as well as American Red Cross guidelines. Students 12 years old and older. Recommended for babysitting. I guarantee you will leave your class with the skills necessary to effectively administer CPR for first aid to babies or adults.

Zoe Weston 808-387-1980 • www.zoeweston.com – Upcountry Prenatal/Birth/Postpartum classes & workshops

Zoe is an international. leader in women’s health, anthropologist, and executive director of the Postpartum Care Foundation. She offers prenatal yoga and dance on Saturdays and Tuesdays, hypnobirthing workshops quarterly, Mama’s Tea & Talk Story on Saturdays for free support, and a postpartum care clinic with healing treatments, teas, and belly binding by appointment.

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. 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!

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

Kīhei 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

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Baby Keiki

What’s in a Name?

BY JENNIFER HAMAYELIAN

One of the more important decisions you’ll make when expecting a baby is choosing the name. The choice of a name can depend on a wide range of factors from long-standing family traditions to current trends to more personal or emotional considerations of the parents. Regardless of the factors you choose to influence your name search, here you’ll find a few ideas that may serve as a source of inspiration.

Place-Based

The significance of a particular place may have blossomed from a favorite travel destination, the place you met your significant other, or the location of a baby’s conception or birth. Or, you’d like to honor the geographic location of your ancestors. Whatever the reason, there are countless baby names derived from places, and many of them are gender-neutral. Examples include Makena, Phoenix, Sahara, Cypress, and Austin. Additional inspiring places:

• Historical/Mythical: Avalon, Eden, Atlantis

• Land formations/habitats: Meadow, Sierra, Isla, Forrest, Savannah

Personal Interests

This broad category can cover everything from sports to the arts and the prominent people that have excelled in them. When beginning to think about what interests or skills have importance in your life or which you’d hope or expect for your child, you may be surprised at the names that arise.

• Musical: Harmony, Jazz, Aria, Reed

• Sporty: Alistair, Venus, Victoria, Ace

• Artistic: Diego, Henri, Frida, Artemisia

Nature

Look up, look down, look all around and discover from the world around you not only unique names but also some more common ones too. Monikers inspired from flora have brought us names such as Rose, Hazel, Leilani, and Lehua. Celestial names like Orion, Mahina, Atlas, and Luna have become more popular in recent years. Oren, Ren, and Sequoia can be genderneutral options taken from the plant kingdom. Gemstones are another longstanding source of baby names. Some of these include Ruby, Jasper, Pearl, and Onyx. More nature-inspired ideas:

• Fauna: Wren, Raven, Wolf, Lark

• Aquatic: Ocean, Coral, Reef, Cove

• Herbs: Clove, Ginger, Sage

As author Richelle Mead said, “There are little gems all around us that can hold glimmers of inspiration.” Remain open to all the little moments in your life that bring you inspiration and you’re sure to find the perfect name.

PRENATAL RESOURCES

Birth Support for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Families

Birthworkers and birthing people in Hawai‘i are faced with the sobering reality of systemic problems, which perpetuate disparities in prenatal, birth, and postpartum outcomes for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander birthing people and their infants. Not only are socioeconomic circumstances a factor, but cultural barriers may often obstruct community access to high-quality, culturally-based perinatal support as well.

As demonstrated by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ Haumea-Transforming the Health of Native Hawaiian Women and Empowering Wāhine Well-Being reports (2018), “Native Hawaiians have the highest rates of infant mortality in Hawai‘i-2.3 times greater than Caucasians. There are 8 Native Hawaiian infant deaths per 1,000 live births versus 3.5 deaths for Whites in Hawa‘i. Alarmingly this infant mortality rate for kānaka pēpē is higher than the U.S. rate of 5.9 deaths per 1,000.”

OHA continues to report that, accumulated over the course of 10 years, Native Hawaiian mothers in low-income communities birth 45% of extremely preterm births in Hawai‘i. The extremely preterm births in Hawai’i by Native Hawaiian women younger than 20 years old make up 63%, while 76% are Native Hawaiian women younger than 20 years in low-income communities.

Revitalizing 'ōiwi perinatal practices by foregrounding ‘ike kūpuna and indigenous knowledge positively impacts maternal and infant outcomes and empowers Kanaka Maoli and Pasifika birthing people and their families. By centering education, care, and support within a cultural framework, we strive to collectively make a positive impact on our birthing parents by addressing the above disparities.

To these ends, wahine 'ōiwi birthworkers and advocates founded Kalauokekahuli in 2019, which is a nonprofit organization that supports Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander birthing people and their families by offering culturallybased perinatal workshops, classes, and services. Further, we seek to enhance the well-being of Kanaka and Pasifika ‘ohana with holistic and multi-generational care by drawing upon traditional and cultural practices. Ultimately, Kalauokekahuli endeavors to breathe new life into current perinatal care to huli (overturn) negative birth and postpartum outcomes for Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander families.

We are grateful to our many community partners past and present, including Hawai‘i People’s Fund and HMSA for supporting our work, which has given us the opportunity to grow our servicing capacity through our “Ka La‘i o Hauola” program. With this program, we are able to offer culturallyrooted and high-quality one-on-one prenatal, birth, and postpartum ko’okua (doula) services to Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander families. These services are provided both in-person and virtually, depending on each client’s specific needs.

We invite you to visit kalauokekahuli.org to learn more about our organization and to apply for free services.

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Beat the Holiday Blues

BY BENJAMIN THOMPSON, MD, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PACIFIC PERMANENTE GROUP

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just plain sad this holiday season, you’re not alone. About 44% of women and 33% of men report having “holiday blues.”

Amongst all the gifts and tinsel, the holidays can mean added pressures on relationships, finances, schedules, and even things like diet and sleep.

The holiday blues usually strike between No vember and January and can include symptoms like stress, anxiety, fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and depression.

People get the blues for different reasons. You might be overwhelmed by your to-do list, miss ing a loved one who is far away, worried about overspending, or dreading spending time with

a difficult family member. The holiday season can be especially tough when you’re dealing with grief.

Here are steps you can take to prevent holiday burnout:

• Schedule ahead and keep plans realistic. Pick a few favorite traditions, don’t try to do everything, and don’t be shy about delegating.

• Set a budget and stick to it. Consider “Secret Santa” for a gift exchange with friends.

• Find a few neutral topics to talk about with relatives to help avoid disagreements.

• If you’re grieving or feeling sad, find time to go for a walk or talk with a friend, or allow yourself to cry it out. Give yourself permission to have a quiet holiday this year if you just don’t feel like celebrating.

• Consider volunteering! Research is clear - volunteering connects you with others, improves your mental and physical health, and can offer fun and fulfillment.

• Embrace your spirituality. This can help bring gratitude which is essential for getting through tough times.

• Take care of your body by staying active, getting enough sleep, and eating healthy food.

Holiday blues are usually temporary, but they sometimes overlap with other mental health issues like depression or anxiety. If you have symptoms that are severe or don’t go away, talk with your doctor or mental health professional.

Setting boundaries around the holidays might feel awkward, but it doesn’t make you a Grinch. Make it a tradition to check in with yourself when the holidays come around so you can prioritize self-care.

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“Dr. Schremmer in the ED took such great care of my 9-year-old son recently. I thought he had appendicitis and was very worried. Dr. Schremmer was very patient and thorough. He even called me the next day to check on him! I was so surprised to get the call from him, but so thankful. It is clear he does this because he loves it and really cares about his community. Dr. Schremmer is a real hero in our community.” – Casi (Gratitude Wall)

When your child has a medical emergency, a trip to the ER can be scary. At Maui Health, we’re here for you - both our littlest patients and their parents. Our team of caregivers continue to receive national recognition for their dedication to quality and safety and are committed to providing exceptional care for every person, every time, from keiki to kupuna.

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Learn more about Maui Health’s commitment to excellence at mauihealth.org/excellence.

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Sleep Medicine Over the Holidays

The holidays are packed with sacred moments, but also preparation. Between shopping, late-night parties, exposure to lights in later hours, and traveling or hosting plans, the recipe for a good night's sleep can be as elusive as reindeer hooves. The National Sleep Foundation advocates for careful examination of an overpacked schedule. Be intentional about your holiday commitments. Ask yourself: Is what are you saying yes to over the holidays going against your own desires and intuition? Be ok with saying no. It can be an empowering form of radical self-love and compassion to stay home or let go of commitments.

All this holiday energy may also detract from our immune system’s resilience to stress and sickness. In one study where adults slept less than 7 hours per night over the course of a week, increased susceptibility to the common cold was found. Prioritizing your peace by practicing a good sleep hygiene routine is a powerful mindset shift. Give yourself permission to slip into slumber to unwind from unwanted holiday tension. Remember: self-care is health care. Try these tips over the holiday to spice up your sleep hygiene routine:

Holiday Shopping Gift Guide

We scoured the island and found locally made products like the Aloha Missions’ Mama Missions Tee ($40) for the stand-out mama in your life or the Itsy Bitsy Keiki’s Nā Waiho‘olu‘u o ke Ahupua‘a Puzzle ($18.00) for that akamai keiki that loves to figure things out. Shop the rest of our family favorites on mauifamillymagazine.com.

• Take a hot bath before bed to relax the tension built up from the hectic holiday activities

• Put down your screens and don’t take them to bed with you.

• Practice meditating to a relaxing background of your favorite holiday tunes

• Sip on peppermint tea or non-caffeinated drinks

• Light a favorite holiday scented candle or pair an essential oil with reading and journaling

• Keep your sleep space sacred and free from extra lighting

• Maintain regular exposure to sunlight honoring your body’s natural circadian rhythm and melatonin by utilizing movement as medicine. Try walking to look at holiday decorations or yoga.

Anik Cockroft, DO is a board-certified pediatrician and sports medicine physician, and creator of the Mama Mindset®. Visit mamamindset.com for more information.

Many gifts can be found online, but also at the numerous local fairs such as The 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival on November 4th & 5th, Haleakalā Waldorf School Holiday Faire on December 3rd or the new Kula Country Market on the 3rd Saturday of every month. For the art lover in your family, you can visit any of the Maui Hands locations island-wide, as well as the Hui Holidays shopping event at the Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center. Go to the Events Calendar on page 74 for details.

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.

All ‘Ohana

HonoringDuringGriefthe Holidays

BY KALIA KELMENSON

Gatherings, garlands, and twinkle lights. Food, family, and friends. The holidays are filled with celebrations and carry memories of childhood along with expectations of how we want them to be. Life intercedes with disappointment and loss. When loss is fresh, it can feel raw and painful to try to force yourself to enjoy the moments, and yet, especially if you have children, you want to create happy memories that they will carry with them into their lives.

It’s important to honor all of your feelings, and an authentic expression of this holiday season will allow for emotional healing and model a healthy expression of both love and grief for your keiki.

Honor your feelings. You don’t have to pretend to be happy all the time. That doesn’t mean that you spend all your days in a puddle on the floor, but take time to sit with yourself and the feelings you are having. Practice self-compassion by placing your hand on your heart or wrap your arms around yourself as you let yourself really feel. If your grief is too raw for this to feel safe, practice with a trusted friend or therapist.

Honor memories. Set aside time devoted to remembering and honoring the person or relationship you have lost. Create a ritual during the day when you can sit and write your memories down or create a time during the day when you share memories with your keiki about the person you have lost. You might notice that you start to remember moments, expressions, or stories that you had forgotten. At the heart of grief is love, so remembering and sharing the love that was part of that relationship can help you heal.

Honor traditions. As you share memories with your keiki, talk to them about creating traditions for your own family. Tell them about your own favorite childhood holiday traditions

and include those that honor the person you are grieving. Make them your own by adding what is meaningful to you in your current life. Invite your children’s input and let this be playful and fun - a co-creative endeavor that you will all remember.

Weave your grief. It can be helpful to move your body or do something with your hands as a way to process grief. Take a walk in nature as you hold the person or relationship in your heart. Gather what you find along the way, a leaf here, a piece of wood there, perhaps a feather. Bring them home with you and weave them into a garland for your table or to drape on a shelf. Creating a grief garland is a powerful way to mindfully weave a visual remembrance that can hold a place of honor in your home during the holidays.

Honor the light. Remember to acknowledge the joy and delight that is in your life right now. Like bubbles rising to the surface of the sea, let yourself feel the moments that lift you: the laughter of good friends, the look of pure delight in your child’s eyes, or the simple pleasures of a cup of warm tea between your hands and the morning sun on your face. Choosing to fully live honors those that we have lost.

Kalia will be leading a grief garland workshop in November. Visit thesaltinus.com to sign up.

‘Ohana

Home as Sacred

BY MAILE CREWDSON

Growing up, my childhood was filled with a lot of downtime—playing outside in the dirt and riding bikes with the neighbor kids. Hiking and fishing with my Dad. Long walks with my friends into Makawao Town to get Polli’s chips and soda, or to hang out at the public library.

I also spent a lot of time at home, sprawled on the couch after playing or in my room, my sanctuary from the outside world. Coming home felt like a refuge after a full day of school and sports. I loved the freedom I felt playing in the grass at our house, resting under the shade of our banana trees. Home felt important. Sacred, even. A place where I could reset, recharge and dream big dreams about the future.

Now as a homemaker of my own, I often wonder, what kind of home am I creating for my keiki and our ‘ohana? Is it a place of peace? A shelter from so much outside noise? How can I

tend to the little hearts and minds who call this place home? And if I really view home as sacred, how can I steward it well?

Here are a few small ways to nurture your home as a sacred place:

1. Encourage free play and breaks from screens. Let keiki choose how they want to spend their time, whether it’s playing outside, crafting at the table, stacking toy blocks, or relaxing on the couch with a book they’ve picked out.

2. Care for your home together. Whether it’s sorting laundry or making dinner or washing dishes or pulling weeds, invite children into daily life tasks—even when it’s hard. Keiki learn the value of working together as a family toward a common goal.

3. Keep the environment clean. Growing up, my mom taught me to wash my hands and feet in the shower and change out my clothes after school and sports practice. It’s a habit I now teach my children. It sets the tone for feeling refreshed and keeping the home clean.

4. Make time for one another. Honor each member of the family with one-on-one time. Set aside time as partners or special activities with individual kids. Creating meaningful ways to connect, even if it’s a quick trip to get ice cream, nurtures all our unique relationships within our family.

“The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely.”

- Louisa May Alcott

‘Ohana

The Gift of Giving

Helping Hawai‘i’s honu is one way to give back

BE A HONU HERO

There’s a lot of truth to the adage: “It’s better to give than to receive.” As we approach the holiday season, it’s especially important to keep this in mind.

There are, of course, plenty of local organizations and nonprofits that could use our financial support. But in addition, we can also give the gift of our time and energy. Find an organization that’s close to your family’s heart and volunteer to help. For many, that involves animals — whether it’s walking dogs at the Maui Humane Society (attend a new volunteer orientation online at mauihumanesociety.org/volunteer) or perhaps it’s helping the state’s beloved honu, a.k.a. green sea turtles.

The Marine Institute at Maui Ocean Center is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that rescues and rehabilitates sea turtles from throughout the state. It aims to ensure the survival of both sea turtles and coral reefs in Hawai‘i through conservation efforts, education, and outreach.

Last year, the nonprofit’s two staff members and 36 interns and volunteers helped 231 stranded sea turtles — ranging in weight from about 8 pounds to 290 pounds — from Maui, O'ahu, and Hawai‘i Island. Injuries included sea turtles that were hit by a boat, bit by a shark, and stuck in rocks or sand.

Most honu injuries are fishing-related, such as ingesting a hook, so that led the Marine Institute to start a Fishing Line Recycling Program throughout Maui. However, their initiatives don’t stop there. Through their Keiki o ke Kai program, which introduces students to diverse marine science and ocean conservation topics, middle and high school students assisted with sea turtle husbandry, environmental stewardship and much more. Additionally, the Marine Institute taught students throughout Maui County — from upcountry at Kula Elementary School to across Ma‘ālaea Harbor at Kihei Charter School. Lessons focused on sea turtle biology and ecology, marine debris and how we can all work together to help protect our island home.

The Marine Institute’s “Honu Hero” Beach Cleanup Program gives both Maui residents and visitors a chance to help keep our shoreline clean. So far, more than 40,000 pieces of debris have been collected.

Along with volunteering, you can help honu this holiday season by virtual adoption with a tax-deductible donation. For more information, visit mocmarineinstitute.org.

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Witnessing Bullying

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Dear Cici,

My kid shared that he witnessed bullying at his school, but didn't feel comfortable intervening as his other friends laughed with the bully. How can I help him overcome peer pressure or balance his values with his actions?

Bullied in Kahului

Dear Bullied in Kahului,

This is a difficult topic and there is no easy answer. Unfortunately, bullying is something your child will have to contend with throughout his life. As adults we are aware that bullying situations happen in our families and our workplaces; even in the public arena we see examples of celebrities and political leaders who bully others.

As parents, it’s our job to teach our kids social skills, instill values and help them build character. As with most things, kids' first impressions and ideas about themselves and others are formed at home. If you are modeling compassion and empathy, it's likely your kid will carry those same values out into the world.

Bullies thrive on social validation. Those who stand by and say nothing or laugh along are only encouraging the bully, but bystanders have the power to shut them down. Talk with your kid about what he was thinking and feeling in that moment and the impact of peer pressure; discuss the risks of going along with a herd or mob mentality. Practice how he might respond to a bully using clear, simple words, maintaining eye contact and using body language to convey that you are not afraid. This is also a good time to practice emotion

regulation skills as bullies tend to target those who are emotional or easily upset.

That said, there are going to be situations in which your child may not feel safe speaking up. In that case, it’s a good idea to get a teacher or another adult involved. Talk with your child about the difference between tattling (trying to get someone in trouble) vs. reporting (trying to keep someone safe). Although we should encourage our kids to work things out on their own whenever possible, adults have a responsibility to keep kids safe and to intervene when there is a serious problem.

Finally, BIK, your question suggests that your child is a sensitive and compassionate person with the capacity to see things from someone else's perspective and this is a gift. Oftentimes bullies are themselves being picked-on at home or have other difficulties in their lives that cause them to strike out. Talking openly about this with your child may help him feel less intimidated and may even help him to have compassion for the bully; and the ability to have empathy for our enemies is a tremendous skill that should be encouraged.

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.

Children of the Rainbow Preschool

Baker Street, Lahaina

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808-661-8281

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Kanakanui

Children of the Rainbow Preschool provides the community with high-quality Early Childhood Education for children ages 3-5 years old. Our curriculum is focused on promoting growth in all areas of development through planned activities and learning experiences.

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required

Children’s Garden is a quality non-profit preschool/daycare

emphasizes academics and social and communication

and offers language, creative movement and reading programs. We nurture children with love, care, guidance, patience, and understanding.

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:30pm Potty Training: Not Required

Christ the King Child Development

Christ the King Child Development Center is a learning com munity. It’s

AM/PM Care: 7:15am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required

Doris Todd Christian Academy has served the families of Maui

provided a Christ-centered education for over

nurturing

Preschool: AM/PM Care: 7:30am–5:00pm

Potty Training: Required

Preschool:

Potty

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Fun, 2, 3 Preschool is a small play-based program in a rural setting. Fun, 2, 3 Preschool builds a strong foundation for learning through

exploration, social skills and community building.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm Potty Training: Not Required

Haleakala Waldorf School provides a developmentally based

Academics are taught through artistic and creative experience. Students learn to love learning, to express their innate creativity in thinking as well as in doing, to live with reverence for life, to serve as self-directed, engaged members of the greater community, and are prepared to thrive in the global 21st century.

is Hawai’i’s largest public charter school with campuses on Maui (Kihei), Kaua'i, O’ahu, and Hawai’i Island. Their blended learning model includes face-to-face and virtual instruction, as well as independent learning. Experiential learning is at the core of how HTA does school differently and students engage in a variety of field study and work-based opportunities. HTA is "an innovative learning community that empowers students to become creative, critical thinkers and enables them to determine their unique paths to success."

Imua Inclusion Preschool is a relationship-based, play-based program where children who are typically developing and children with special needs learn together. Our curriculum emphasizes collaboration among children and adults. Our daily program is infused with a sense of place, honoring diverse cultures and values while celebrating life.

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–3:30pm After Care: 3:30pm–4:30pm Potty Training: Required

Ka’ahumanu Hou Christian School is committed to: “Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to develop a Heritage of Faith with servitude to the church, community, and other.” Romans 12:2

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Kamehameha Schools Maui

275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy., Pukalani • 808-572-3100 www.ksbe.edu/campus_education/campuses/maui_campus

Grades

Ages School Enrollment

1:20 (K–2nd); 1:24 (3rd–5th); 1:13-1:25 (6th–8th, 9th–12th)

$5046 (K-5th); $5194 (6th); $6208 (7th-12th)

% receiving tuition assistance

K–12 1100 HAIS, WASC 89%

School

Kamehameha Schools Preschool - 'A'apueo 275 ‘A‘apueo

Additional information

Growing aloha ‘āina warriors! Our Maui campus stands firm in its core value of ku‘upau and is committed to going the distance. Haum āna and kumu are set on personalized learning pathways that unleash their full potential allowing them to revive what it means to be proud and educated Hawaiians in the 21st century. Curriculum and culture are synonymous whether learning takes place in the classroom or on ‘āina. By embracing the wisdom of our k āpuna, each haum āna leaves our campus prepared to serve one’s community.

Additional information

Kamehameha Preschools strive to nurture the values of aloha, malama, and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable, and enriching.

AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required

Kamehameha Preschools strive to nurture the values of aloha, malama, and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable and enriching.

AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required

and kuleana while continuing to provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, culturally grounded, enjoyable and enriching.

AM/PM Care: Preschool hours are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Potty Training: Required

Providing the support,

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:30pm, Mon.–Fri.

Training:

Toddler Center: $880/

(FT),

$845/month (FT), $645/month (PT)

Awarded Preschool of the Year from the Hawaii Baptist Early Education Association in 2018. We are a church-based preschool actively teaching the Bible and sharing God’s love. We provide a nurturing Christian environment and a staff that love working with keiki and guiding them through the learning process. The philosophy of Creative Curriculum is that young children learn best by doing.

Hours: 7:15am–5:00pm

After School Care: 2:30pm–5:00pm

Potty Training: Yes, for Preschool. No, for Toddler Center.

Everyday, Kihei Charter School is building a

tomorrow. Our innovative approach to

is challenging outdated methods of educating our keiki. Through cutting-edge curriculum and game-changing technology, KCS is able to nurture a new generation of engaged learners and chart new horizons in education.

O'ahu.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:30pm

Training:

Care: 7:15am–4:00pm

AM/PM Care: 8:00am–5:00pm

information

Little Monk Seal offers authentic Montessori education in a beautiful school. We are conveniently located in North Kihei. LMSM is a small school with a big heart.

AM/PM Care: 8:00am–2:45pm (school hours)

After School Classes: 2:45pm–3:30pm include Aerial Silks, Keiki Fitness, Arts and Crafts, Dance, Sports and Games

Potty Training: Required

At the Makawao Drop in Center each day is different with a fun curriculum designed to foster learning through play. In the

clean, brand new classroom, kids get to do art projects based on curriculum themes, storytime, free play with a broad range of fun toys, music, as well as dance and tumbling classes. Classes are 2.5 hours 2 days/week.

Part-time classes 2 days per week for 2.5 hours 9:30 a.m. to

Potty Training: Required

Pukalani.

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–2:30pm

Potty Training: Required

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm

Maui School Guide

Hawaii’s educational pipeline, anchored by learning standards

exams, is grounded in principles and programs designed to produce lifelong learners, caring and ethical citizens and a college-and-career-ready populace. Tailored programs support students with special needs and accelerate and accommodate gifted students.

# 1 Childcare Provider for 15 years by the readers of the Hawaii Star Advertiser. Safe, nurturing environments with a variety

locations on Maui and O'ahu.

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm

Potty Training: Not Required

Maui Prep is celebrating 17 years as a private, independent college preparatory school located in the Napili neighborhood of Lahaina. Maui Prep’s vision and mission encompass relationships, empowerment, and relevance, with a focus on our core character

of 10 Commitments to Living Aloha. Maui Prep incorporates foundational learning with a rigorous project-based learning curriculum that utilizes relevant 21st-century technology and prepares our students for the next step in higher education.

Potty Training: Required

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Additional information

The Montessori School of Maui provides a comprehensive curriculum from early childhood into adolescence by following the principles, spirit and philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori’s method of education. Through this effort, the School looks to encourage

thinking, cultivate inquisitive minds and empower children to actively participate in their rapidly changing environment and unpredictable future.

Preschool AM/PM Care: 7:30am–8:00am & 3:00pm–5:30pm

Potty Training: Not Required

“Changing Hearts To Renew The Mind” and “Establishing life long Christians in order to

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–5:00pm

Training: Not Required for

Heritage of

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Piaget School of Maui is the one & only I/T licensed private-school center in Central Maui — providing Premier Montessori-Inspired Curriculum for Babies & Toddlers.

School

Roots School

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

1:20 (K–6th) 1:10 (Preschool) $8850

Grades or Ages School Enrollment Accreditation % receiving tuition assistance

Preschool–6th Grade Preschool: 19 K–6th: 54 WASC, HAIS Preschool: 47% K–6th: 11%

School

Sacred Hearts School 239 Dickenson Street Lahaina 808-661-4720 • www.shsmaui.org

Anthony Preschool

Tuition

1:25 $8000 (K–5th); $8450 (6–8th); $7300 (FT PreK); $6000 (PT

Additional information

Roots School Mission: Through experiential and academic learning, we encourage students to integrate creativity, critical thinking, integrity and compassion to engage collaboratively and realize their potential as unique, fulfilled individuals.

School Hours: Preschool and 4th-6th Grade: 8:45am–2:45pm (M,T,TH,F) K–3rd Grade: 9:00am–3:00pm (M,T,TH,F); Wednesday Pick-Up -Preschool and 4th-6th Grade: 2:15 p.m., K-3rd Grade: 2:30 p.m.

Additional information

Celebrating 160 years of education on the Westside. Sacred Hearts School is proud to carry on the legacy of excellence that

evident in the quality of students graduating from our middle school. We develop kids with character.

Preschool: PM Care: 2:15pm–4:00pm, No AM

Training: Required

Seabury Hall upholds a tradition of excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, community service and extra-curricular involvement. The school is committed to develop both the student’s character and intellect in a supportive and caring environment.

St. Anthony Preschool provides a Catholic education

with the St. Anthony

AM/PM Care: 7:15am - 3:00pm

Training: Required

Anthony School is

The Middle School

Catholic

School,

Catholic-

High School, 9–12: A culmination of 21st

education and Christian-Catholic values,

graduate leaves St. Anthony ready for the

Maui

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–3:00pm Potty Training: Required

believe that each child

their

and spiritual

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:45pm

Potty Training: Required

in

Tutu and Me aims to meet the developmental needs of young

and to support the grandparents and caregivers.

teams, comprised of early childhood educators, travel to pre-selected communities where they set up, conduct, and facilitate the program.

AM/PM Care: 8:30am–10:30am

Potty Training: Not Required

AM/PM Care: 7:30am–4:30pm

Potty Training: Required

AM/PM Care: 7:00am–3:00pm

Potty Training: Required

AM/PM Care:

‘Ohana

'ONO RECIPE

Confetti Salad

What’s more fun than a healthful side dish that has a super fun mouth feel, looks like a party on a plate, and packs a little plant-based protein punch? Whenever I see Israeli pearl couscous, the refined cousin to the traditional steel cut semolina cousin, I grab it up. It's a fun addition to any salad, pairs well with black lentils for a little aesthetic and who knew that it tastes as good as it looks? Couscous is not gluten-free, but you can make a gluten-free version with quinoa, millet, or cooked rice. Use your favorite combination of veggies. Just blanch as you see necessary and provide the contrasting colors. Start with some red onion, bell pepper, and preserved lemon, then take it from there.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked French lentils, the cute little black ones also called De Puy. Other lentils do not keep firm the way these do so user beware! Be sure to salt your water to help the flavors come through this legume.

2 cups Israeli pearl couscous. Follow the instructions on the packaging and be sure not to overcook. Remove from heat and drain when it is quite al dente. It will continue to cook to perfection by letting it sit.

Dice:

1/2 cup fresh diced mint

1/4 cup fresh dill

1/4 cup diced red onion

1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

1/4 cup diced preserved lemon

1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes or sundried

1/2 cup blanched and shocked frozen or fresh peas

1/2 cup tiny cubed zucchini or squash, uncooked

instructions

Garnish:

1/2 cup chunked feta cheese, toasted pistachio

Dressing:

1-3 bulbs of fresh garlic, micro planed or finely minced

6 tbsp healthy oil like avocado oil

1 tbsp dijon mustard

1 tsp honey

2 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tsp pink salt

Whisk and pour over all ingredients, combine and enjoy! It gets better with time so make enough to enjoy tomorrow or the next day if you are lucky enough to have it last. It can be heated or served cold, or at room temperature. Add your favorite protein (my personal fave is grilled swordfish veggie kabobs) and call it dinner.

Chef Maja is a passionate foodie and recipe developer who cooks and creates professionally on Maui while raising her three kids and running her private events company, Lilikoi Creations.

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Lahaina Skate Company

808-283-7318 • lahainaskatecompany.com 78 Ulupono St. , Lahaina 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. Surfing & Turfing 808.357.1918 • surfingandturfing.com mauithobe@gmail.com

Learn from the best and brightest with former pro-athlete, Steve Thobe. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to level up, we offer private and group surf lessons at Thousand Peaks on custom fiberglass boards. Coach Thobe also provides professional baseball training with holistic methods designed to improve strength, form and technique for mind, body and spirit.

Body in Balance

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

Fall keiki silks and ballet • 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 preregistration is required. Please inquire about age restrictions. Visit bodybalancemaui.com for a complete schedule.

Maui Aerial Arts

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.

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Island Athletics Maui 808 -385-4066 islandathleticsmaui@gmail.com https://app.iclasspro.com/portal/islandathleticsmaui 106 Kane Street, Suite 103 Kahului, Hawaii 96732 (In Hawaii All-Stars Facility)

Island Athletics Maui offers a wide range of classes from our Parent & Tot program, Preschool Gymnastics, Tumbling, Recreational Gymnastics for Ages 4-12 years old, Ninja Tumbling, and Camps!! At IAM we desire for all of our athletes to be Inspired to learn and grow, that through their developed self-confidence and experience they can Achieve their goals that they have set for themselves, and through effort and Motivation, they may be able to see their dreams take flight!

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.

Kihei Little League kiheilittleleague.org

Register online for the spring season

For more than 30 years, Kihei Little League has developed many young kids into productive high school, college, and even professional players in the sport of baseball. We include boys and girls, mainly between the ages of 4-14. All of our coaches and board members are volunteers.

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 808-212-9611 • albionschawaii.org

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.

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Swim with Hoku

808-384-9626 • 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.

The Dojo Maui

808-757-8200 • karatedojomaui@gmail.com thedojomaui.com

The only karate school Upcountry, opening in October at a convenient location in Makawao.

Offering keiki karate classes (two age groups: 5-10 years old and 11-13 years old), mixed young adult (14 and up) and adult karate classes, and women’s self-defense classes. Check our website for the complete group class schedule! Private training also available.

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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Kula Country Market 808-878-838 • Kula Country Farms 6240 Kula Hwy, across from Rice Park

Every 3rd Saturday, Kula Country Market will host a new Kula Country Market featuring local vendors. Follow their new Instagram for details. instagram.com/kulacountrymarket

Maui Academy of Performing Arts 808-244-8760 • mauiacademy.org

Game Night! • October 22, 2022

Living Room Theatre, 2050 Main Street, Wailuku Ages 5-11. Drop the kids off for an evening of activities, crafts, obstacle courses and more… supervised by incredible MAPA teaching artists. Follow MAPA on Instagram @mauiacademy for more Game Night announcements each month! Register at www.mauiacademy.org

The 9th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival madeinmauifestival.com

November 4 & 5, 2022

Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Kahului

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

Carden Jamboree cardenmaui.org

November 5th, 2022

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.

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. For details, visit https://elections.hawaii.gov

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Holoholo Ka’a

Sunday, November 6, 2022 • 9am - 1pm

UH Maui College Parking Lot

Climb in, check out and learn about your favorite Kalaka Nui (Big trucks and special vehicles). Fire engine, cement truck, police car, ambulance, rubbish truck, tow truck, and more. For more information contact Pūnana Leo o Maui at 3445676.

The Maui Farm 808-579-8271 • TheMauiFarm.org • Makawao

Nov 12, Dec 10, and Jan 14

Free Farm Tour • All Ages • 9:00-11:00am

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.

Hui Holidays 808-572-6560 • huinoeau.com

November 18 – December 24

Hui No’Eau Visual Arts Center 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao

Mele Kalikimaka! The Hui’s highly anticipated holiday shopping event returns with a winter wonderland of local and handmade items for everyone on your list! During this magical Hui Holidays season, the Hui gallery shop will expand and be filled to the brim with artworks in many media including one-of-a-kind handmade gifts by local artists and crafters, paintings, ceramic pieces, hand-blown glass ornaments, locally made beauty products, and more! Our elves are happy to help you check off your shopping list. By shopping local, you’ll take part in the season of giving by supporting local artists and the Hui No’eau.

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

November 25, 2022 – December 23, 2022

Santa’s Workshop (Photo Op between Kay’s Jewlers & VS) December 16, 2022 7-8pm

Kama’aina Nights feat. Kimie Miner

December 13, 2022 – December 25, 2022 12 days of giveaways

Seabury Hall-iday Seaburyhall.org

Friday, December 2 480 Olinda Rd., Makawao • All Ages Join us and wonder in awe at the holiday scenes and holiday sounds created by our very own students.

Haleakalā Waldorf School Holiday Faire

Saturday, December 3, 2022 • 9:00-4:00 Haleakalā Waldorf School, 4160 Lower Kula Rd, Kula

Haleakalā Waldorf School Holiday Faire on Saturday, December 3rd. 9:00-4:00. Live entertainment, silent auction and vendors, holiday wreathes and crafts, bakery, children's games, puppet show, and ono food!

2 Across by Jerry Mayer

Performances Dec 2 – 18, 2022 Living Room Theatre, 2050 Main Street, Wailuku

This December, enjoy a perfect date night at MAPA’s production of 2 Across. This fun romantic comedy where “opposites attract” will be performed live in our small, pop-up venue called the Living Room Theatre, located inside MAPA’s Promenade Building. This is the perfect way to spend a night without the kids. Seating is very limited. See you there! Tickets available at www. mauiacademy.org

Waikapu Street Fair

Dec 10, 2022 •ß 9 am - 12pm Waikapu Gardens, Ulu Kanu Street

All ages Shop our street! Prepare for the holiday season with our fun and festive Street Fair! Shop Small and Shop Local.

The Nutcracker and Holiday of Dance Alexander Academy Performing Company December 16-18, 2022

Seabury Hall’s ‘A‘ali‘ikūhonua Creative Arts Center

Come join us for this traditional holiday production which will feature dancers ages three to adult telling the tale of a girl who befriends a nutcracker that comes to life on Christmas Eve. Holiday of Dance will feature AAPA’s Jazz, Hip Hop, and Acting students. For tickets and info, visit alexanderacademy.info

SNUGGLE WITH CATS

Cat Pawty

The notion of a cat cafe may seem like a strange novelty to some, but cat cafes are hugely popular worldwide. From NYC to Singapore, Paris, and London, cat cafes offer a space to snuggle with adorable animals, as well as offer education and support rescue efforts. But don’t say we didn’t warn you—you may end up falling in feline love and taking one home.

The Cat Cafe Maui opened this past summer at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center, offering a place where guests can relax and play with rescue cats. Visitors must reserve time with an admission fee which comes with a complimentary coffee or herbal tea and sign a waiver. Slots are 50 minutes long to allow for cleaning in between sessions. Guests are led into a small room to sanitize their hands and remove shoes. Clean socks must be worn and are available to purchase if needed. Then, it’s time to meet the cats! Enter through a sliding door into a large, beautifully-designed Cat Lounge. Plush rugs are scattered on the floor, cat ramps line the walls, and benches with pillows give guests a comfortable place to observe and play. The energy is peaceful with mellow music filling the air.

A knowledgeable attendant is available to share the cats’ names and personalities. Some cats sleep, while others are filled with energy and can’t get enough of the games people want to play with them. A variety of toys are available to engage with the animals.

Meet the Alpaca ‘Ohana

Ever wonder what the difference is between an alpaca and a llama? Come to upcountry Makawao and visit Maui Alpaca to find out.

An informative hour-long tour is packed with hands-on activities appealing to all ages. Feed and interact with the alpacas, pet and hold the angora rabbits, and learn the process they use to turn the animal’s hair into luxurious yarn. Take a

“We love helping animals and making people smile,” said Cat Cafe Maui founder and Maui Cat Rescue executive director, Moriah Diamond.

“We are also equally committed to using this space as a means to bring awareness about cats on the island and educate our community about responsible pet ownership.”

In partnership with the Maui Humane Society (MHS), Cat Cafe Maui cats have all received up-to-date age-appropriate care and are available for adoption. MHS will receive all donation-based adoption fees from the café to offset their support of kitty supplies, adoption administration, and veterinary care.

At MHS for every one dog there are two cats that come through its doors. In their 2022 fiscal year, Maui Humane Society accepted nearly 5,000 animals, 65% of which were cats.

Cat Cafe Maui plans to offer events like Kitty Yoga, Movie Nights, and educational events. Private parties will also be available for booking. For more info visit catcafemaui.com. AT

turn yourself at the spinning wheel! Guests may also sign up for a picnic on the property, perfect for a special event. Their latest offering, the alpaca trek, involves taking one of the alpacas for a walkabout around the eight acre property. Before leaving, don’t miss the collection of the most beautiful items made from angora, alpaca, and sheep, many made right there on the farm and all handmade on Maui.

Maui Alpaca, 505 Aulii Dr, Makawao

Art by Bailey Onaga

Let’s draw a Kohola!

DITCH THE DITCHES... HOLD A JAM SESH!

Photo submitted by Paia Youth and Cultural Center

Photo submitted by Boys and Girls Club of Maui - Lahaina