Editor’s note: This story discusses sexual assault, including a first-person account. Individuals triggered by this article or in need of help are encouraged to seek support. The Maui Sexual Assault Center can be reached at 808-873-8624 (24-hour hotline) and Childandfamilyservice.org. Chances are, you know a victim of sexual assault. Sexual assault and rape, sometimes referred … [Read more...] about Mayor Michael Victorino Comes Out as a Victim of Sexual Assault, Breaking Decades-Long Silence
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Maui’s Innovators Showcase Concepts at Inaugural Food Launch Event
The non-disclosure agreements at the door didn’t bode well for this article. But I should have predicted this, I thought, as I peeked behind the gate in UH Maui College’s Pa‘ina cafeteria building and caught a glimpse of Maui’s latest batch of food innovators, putting the final touches on their presentations. The room was lined with cutting-edge creations, the eager ideas … [Read more...] about Maui’s Innovators Showcase Concepts at Inaugural Food Launch Event
Keiki Fest at University of Hawaii Maui College
Check out Keiki Fest at University of Hawai‘i Maui College on Saturday, April 13th. Taking place on the Great Lawn, this annual family event promotes a safe, positive, and healthy lifestyle for Maui’s keiki. There’ll be jumping castles, activities, arts and crafts, games, prizes, a keiki ID station, Bike Safety Program info, Maui vendors and food available for purchase. Free. … [Read more...] about Keiki Fest at University of Hawaii Maui College
Maui Open Studios: Opening Celebration at UHMC
Maui Open Studios’ Opening Celebration will be at UHMC on Saturday, February 2nd. Taking place at the Pa’ina Culinary Arts Center, here’s your chance to view all of the participating artists before their February open studios weekend events. Pick up the MOS guidebook, enjoy food, wine, and live music, and meet the artists. Free. 5pm-8pm. University of Hawai‘i Maui College, (310 … [Read more...] about Maui Open Studios: Opening Celebration at UHMC
(Some of) Maui’s Women March On: Despite dwindling numbers Maui’s 2019 Women’s March continues to raise awareness of complex issues
Last Saturday, after an early march around the block holding signs and flags, a mellow morning crowd camped out on the sloping great lawn at the University of Hawai‘i Maui College, still damp from the previous evening’s rain. Aunties in tie-dye swayed to ’60s protest songs, teenagers held risque and amusing “Pussies Grab Back” and “Trump Don’t Surf” signs, and little kids and … [Read more...] about (Some of) Maui’s Women March On: Despite dwindling numbers Maui’s 2019 Women’s March continues to raise awareness of complex issues