Though she’s only competed in four body-building championships, Michelle Camina is apparently doing something right. On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Lahaina resident took first prize in the Woman’s Figure division of the Paradise Cup in Honolulu. Recently I chatted with Camina about her life, goals and what it’s like spending so much time every day in the gym. MAUITIME: … [Read more...] about Talking Story With Westside Bodybuilder Michelle Camina On Her Latest Title Win
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Local Student Wins Justice Commission Essay Contest
In late October, six high school students–including Maui High School junior Christopher Kim–were awarded $500 each for their entries in an essay contest on “Meaningful Volunteering and What It Means to Me.” The contest was part of the 2013 Pro Bono Celebration and was sponsored by the Hawaii Access to Justice Commission and the Hawaii State Bar Association. The event was part … [Read more...] about Local Student Wins Justice Commission Essay Contest
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Awards Scholarships
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui has awarded their annual $1,000 scholarships to Baldwin High graduate Stacie Cuadro and King Kekaulike High graduate Anna Gragas. Cuadro (pictured above) helped with Japanese student exchange programs, performed in various festivals and is planning to attend Linfield College in Oregon and major in history or political science and minor in … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Awards Scholarships
Old Maui High School Painting Unveiled
Old Maui High School plans to commemorate its 100th birthday at the Hamakuapoko campus with a Centennial Celebration Sept. 13-15, at which a newly-discovered painting of the old campus’ historic auditorium will be the highlighted keepsake. Discovered by Jeff Reiss at a yard sale, the watercolor of Old Maui High School’s auditorium/gym–fondly referred to as “The Barn”–was … [Read more...] about Old Maui High School Painting Unveiled
Bailey House Museum Calls For Interns
The Bailey House Museum in Wailuku is offering a paid work study program for high school students. Known as the Alexa Kahui HC&S High School Internship, it calls for interns to work in various museum departments including the gift shop, grounds, office or on special projects. The internship requires 18 hours of work per week during school breaks and six hours on Saturdays when … [Read more...] about Bailey House Museum Calls For Interns