[New] COMMUNITY

‘OHANA & KEIKI EXCHANGE - JAN 17 & FEB 4. Take what you need, bring what you can. Kids grow, clothes don’t. Families can bring new and gently-used clothes for all genders, sizes from birth to 6xl, toys, books, games, and baby items—and get what others don’t need anymore. All items are high quality and sorted before being put out. 7am12:30pm. Kihei Lutheran Church (Kīhei); Facebook.com/OKEMaui

KAMAʻĀINA NIGHT WITH DILLON

PAKELE - JAN 20. Specializing in island reggae music with an influence of R&B and gospel, see Dillon Pakele perform on Center Stage. 7-8pm. Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (Kahului); Queenkaahumanucenter.com

PETCO ADOPTION DAY - JAN 21 & FEB 18. Meet Maui Humane Society adoptable dogs and the Community Outreach Team at the monthly Mobile Adoption Event. They will also have kittens available for adoption in the Cat Habitat just inside the store. 11am- 1pm. Petco (Kahului); Mauihumanesociety.org

AN AFTERNOON WITH AUTHOR JACLYNN HERRON - JAN 21. Author and retired teacher, JacLynn Herron will discuss her book Rewriting Marguerite. Known as MJ Burdick, octogenarian Marguerite encounters writer’s block after a freakish bike accident claimed the life of her husband Harry along with her creative spirit. Venturing alone to Maui to revive her writer’s soul and reclaim her self-acceptance and resiliency. 1:30pm. Nisei Veterans Memorial Center (Kahului); 808-244-6862; Nvmc.org

KĪHEI’S 4TH FRIDAY TOWN PARTY

- JAN 27. Come to the South Shore of Maui for a town party, with live entertainment, fun activities for keiki and teens, plus local eats and retail shops. 6-9pm. Azeka Shopping Center Mauka (Kīhei); Kiheifridays.com

SHINNEN ENKAI - JAN 28. Get your kimonos ready for the annual banquet celebration. Each year, the Japanese Cultural Society of Maui bestows its prestigious Nihon Bunka Awards to outstanding individuals for their excellence and lifetime dedication to the perpetuation of Japanese arts and culture, and for their unselfish willingness to share their talents with the community to inspire future generations. Nominations for the Nihon Bunka award are open. Deadline is January 15. 5:30pm. Maui Beach Hotel (Kahului); JCSmaui.org

HĀNA 4EP OUTREACH EVENT - FEB 3. 4EverPets distribution of pet food and flea medicine, as well as other pet supplies as available. A Maui Humane Society veterinarian will also be on hand to provide vaccinations, microchips, and basic first aid to dogs and cats. 12-4pm. Hāna Farmer’s Market (Hāna); Mauihumanesociety.org

SOCK HOP - FEB 4. Book Trust presents a fun-filled evening with a “sock hop” theme featuring 50s music, food, and dancing—all in support of our students and teachers in Hawaiʻi. 5pm. Sugar Beach Events (Kīhei); Booktrust.org

LĀHAINĀ 2ND FRIDAY TOWN PARTY - FEB 10. See the unique nature of this historic town while enjoying a pau hana night of music, art, food and culture. 6-8:30pm. Lāhainā Town, Mauifridays.com

PUPPY

BOWL TAILGATE + VIEWING

PARTY - FEB 12. The Maui Humane Society is proud to announce Hawaiʻi’s second Puppy Bowl player, Elua which will be airing on Animal Planet. Gilligans is PET FRIENDLY so bring your 4-legged cheerleaders too! (Dogs must be good with other dogs & leashed). Stop by and enjoy the National Puppy Bowl and stay for Superbowl Sunday! Open: 8am; Airing: 9am. Gilligan’s Bar & Grill (Kīhei); Mauihumanesociety.org/puppybowl

“SINGING FOR WORLD PEACE”Come and enjoy an afternoon of singing songs like: Love Can Build A Bridge, Heal The World, Peace Train, Imagine and many more! Light refreshments. Sundays, 12pm. Baha’i Center (Makawao).

TOMMY BAHAMA MOVIE NIGHTBring your family, friends and low-back beach chairs and enjoy complimentary movies. Go online for movie schedule. Mondays-Fridays, 6:30-9pm. Whalers Village (Kaʻanapali); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com

WILDLIFE WEDNESDAYS - Join naturalists from the Hawaiʻi Wildlife

Discovery Center and learn all about humpback whales, honu, monk seals, and more Maui wildlife. Wednesdays, 10am-12pm. Whalers Village (Kā‘anapali); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com

A LOOK AT MISSIONARY LIFE IN A HAWAIIAN VILLAGE - A recognizable landmark in the heart of historic Lāhainā, the Baldwin Home was built between 1834-35 in what was then referred to as the “missionary compound.” Tours begin every half hour. Self-guided: Wednesdays-Saturdays, 10am-4pm; Candle Lit: Fridays, 5-8pm. Baldwin Home Museum (Lāhainā); 808661-3262; Lahainarestoration.org

MAUI GHOST WALK - Soak up the haunted history. Discover colorful characters, haunted beaches, fairies, Hawaiian kings, and more! Daily, 5:30pm. Kamehameha Iki Park (Lāhainā); Americanghostwalks.com/hawaii

Community Workshops

MAUI TECHIES MEETUP - JAN 23. Whether you are just beginning or already an expert in your field, or if technology is your hobby, join in an evening filled with conversations about all things techie. 5-7pm. Gilligans Bar & Grill (Kīhei); 808-868-0988; Gilligansmaui.com

HULA LESSONS - Learn hula and the importance of preserving Hawaiian culture, language, history, and stories through dance. Mondays 11am-12pm. Whalers Village (Kā‘anapali); 808-6614567; Whalersvillage.com

HONEY BEE WORKSHOP - Learn about the life cycle of the beehive and the important role that honey bees play in agriculture. Fridays-Sundays, 10am. Maui Bees (Kula); 808-359-8012; Mauibees.com ʻUKULELE LESSONS - Uncle Ron will teach the basics of the ʻukulele: chords, finger placement, and a few simple tunes. Fridays, 10:30-11:30am. Whalers Village (Kā‘anapali); 808-661-4567; Whalersvillage.com ʻUKULELE LESSONS - Strum, sing and play. Fridays, 3-4pm. The Shops at Wailea (Wailea); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com

PAPA HULA - Discover the art of Hawaiian hula. Lessons include an overview of the music and instruments, the costume, and meaning of dance movements. Fridays, 4-5pm. The Shops at Wailea (Wailea); 808-891-6770; Theshopsatwailea.com

Keiki Kine

TINY HANDS - JAN 17-FEB 7. Using materials such as pastels, clay, paint, and paper that stimulate creative impulses and fuel artistry, children (ages 2.5-5) will learn artistic processes that little hands can manage with help. There will be music, stories, and lots of fun for all! Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

KEIKI CLUB - JAN 21. Learn about the vast sea life of Hawaiʻi with one of Maui Ocean Center’s marine naturalists. Enter to win giveaways and enjoy family friendly festivities! 10-11am. Queen Kaʻahumanu Center (Kahului); 808-877-3369; Queenkaahumanucenter.com

TEEN WATERCOLOR PAINTING - JAN 24-FEB 7. An introduction to watercolors, students ages 11-17 will get to explore how the movement of water and pigment interact with each other. Highlighting techniques like layering, color washes, push & pull effects, and more! Students will first focus on skill building while practicing techniques that they will then apply to their final watercolor painting. Tuesdays, 4:30-7:30pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

TEEN SUMI-E PAINTING - FEB 14-28. Explore Sumi-e, Japanese black ink painting! Teaching artist Kēla Kahikina will guide students using poetic gestures of line, form, and movement to display the beauty of simplicity. Students will learn how to create their own ink and focus on different brushwork techniques which will guide them to create their final Sumi-e painting. 4:30-7:30pm. Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center (Makawao); Huinoeau.com

ULTIMATE TODDLER TRAMPOLINE TIME - Bring your keiki to burn off that energy while having tons of fun. Mondays, Fridays & Saturdays, 10am-12pm. Ultimate Air Trampoline Park (Wailuku); 808-214-JUMP; Ultimateairmaui.com

MAKAʻAKA LOʻI - Kumu Penny will teach keiki all about the different aspects of kalo (taro), from how to make a loʻi (taro patch) to caring for and cooking kalo. She will also show how to make poi pounders from pohaku (stone) the traditional way. Students will also learn ecology, sustainability, hydrology, history, art, and much more. 7th Grade & up. Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm. Maui Hui Malama, Mauihui.org

KEIKI NATURE DAY CAMP - Come join accredited educators and experienced camp counselors in a day of gardening, arts & crafts, outdoor games, fire-building, nature skills and more. Select Saturdays, 9am-3pm. Laulima Garden ʻOhana (Haʻikū); Laulimagardenohana.com