Dr. Michael Klaper
“What I Wish Someone Had Told Me In Medical School About Nutrition,” a talk by Dr. Michael Klaper, will be presented at 7 p.m. Thursday at the J. Walter Cameron Center in Wailuku.
Klaper says he has spent his medical career “cleaning up the wreckage of the standard American diet.” In this lecture, the specific ways in which food can play a causative role in various diseases — as well as be used to help to cure them — are explored.
Klaper is a 1972 graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, with postgraduate training in internal medicine, surgery, anesthesiology and orthopedics. He currently practices nutritionally based medicine at True North Health Center in Santa Rosa, Calif.
This talk is free; no reservations are needed. It is being presented by the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii. For more information, contact 385-2790 or jerome.kellner@gmail.com or visit vsh.org. Refreshments will be served courtesy of Down To Earth. The Cameron Center is at 95 Mahalani St.
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ACCW announces board of directors
A Cup of Cold Water, an all-volunteer outreach ministry of the Episcopal churches of Maui and friends, has announced its 2017 board of directors. The directors include incoming President Paula Baldwin; Mary Lou Mellinger, secretary; Leah Sarme, treasurer; Kit Hart, stats and scheduling assist; the Rev. Linda Decker, spiritual support and in-reach; the Rev. Bruce DeGooyer, interim board member and clergy representative; and K. Peter Lee, bishop’s representative.
ACCW is supported and funded by the Episcopal Diocese of Hawaii, numerous other churches in the Christian and Buddhist traditions, individuals, businesses, hotels, civic organizations and private foundations. It does not accept any government money and pays no salaries.
The organization is also seeking new board members. For more information, visit episcopalhawaii.org and see “ministries beyond the church” tab.
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Keiki experience ocean outing
A group of 14 middle school children from the Maui Youth & Family Services’ Project Venture afterschool program enjoyed a fun-filled Ocean Activities Day at Launiupoko Beach Park on March 22.
Hawaiian Paddle Sports, Maui Kayak Adventures and Hawaii Mermaid Adventures provided an opportunity for the youngsters to experience the thrill of the ocean with canoe surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, surf lessons and mermaid swimming lessons.
“Many of our families cannot afford, nor have time, to do these types of activities, so days like these are wonderful for our afterschool program,” said Kristlyn Ambrose, program coordinator for Maui Youth & Family Services.
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2 Maui students receive nominations
Hawaii U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz has announced the names of 43 students nominated to attend one of the nation’s service academies — the United States Air Force Academy, the United States Military Academy, the United States Naval Academy and the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
Three Maui students named for consideration are Baldwin High School’s Caleb Soo Hoo — Air Force Academy; Haleakala Waldorf School’s Harlie Stone — Air Force Academy, Military Academy, Naval Academy; and Maui High School’s Trendon Delray — Air Force Academy.
Service academy nominees were selected by a panel that included Allen Hoe, a decorated Vietnam War veteran and current civilian aide to the secretary of the Army for East Hawaii. Applicants were considered based on their ability to successfully meet the rigorous demands for the undergraduate education and training of officers of the United States Armed Forces, as well as their demonstrated leadership skills through athletics and other organizations, and an overall commitment to the military, the community and the country.
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Volunteers install AC at Wailuku school
Wailuku Elementary School students returned from spring break to an air-conditioned, secure classroom for technology, according to a news release. Volunteers from the Hawaii Carpenters Union, students enrolled at carpentry classes at University of Hawaii Maui College, and volunteers from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers completed the installation of security screens and air conditioners for kindergarten.
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Scholarship open to AlohaCare members
AlohaCare is offering a deserving high school or college student interested in pursuing a career in health care or social services an opportunity to receive up to $10,000 in scholarships to cover the costs of tuition, books and other course-related fees.
Applicants must be an AlohaCare member or be an immediate family member of an AlohaCare member, and be must be enrolled at or applying to an accredited university, college, technical or vocational school.
AlohaCare will provide a $5,000 scholarship and the recipient will also automatically be entered as an applicant for an additional $5,000 scholarship from the Association for Community Affiliated Plans.
Applicants may download an application at alohacare.org/communities/scholarship.aspx. Applications are due by May 31 and the winner will be announced the week of June 5.
For more information, contact scholarship@alohacare.org or toll-free at (877) 973-0712.
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Cartooning class set at library
There will be an Imaginative Cartooning for Kids & Adults presentation from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at Makawao Public Library.
Local artist, storyteller and educator Keith U. McCrary will show how doodles and squiggly lines can become cartoon drawings. The workshop will start with exercises and storytelling to awaken creativity. Then participants will get to explore their own imaginations on paper.
This program is sponsored by Maui Friends of the Library and is suitable for ages 6 and up. All materials will be provided.
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Taco sales to benefit school programs
The students and teachers of Lahainaluna High School’s Agriculture Program invite the public to celebrate Cinco De Mayo Day at Sangrita Grill and Cantina in Lahaina on Friday. There will be live flamenco music and a special menu item of Pork Al Pastor Tacos available for purchase throughout the day.
For the sixth straight year, chef Paris Nabavi will be donating a percentage of his Cinco De Mayo Day proceeds to the school’s agriculture and Future Farmers of America program.
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GradNight meeting set at Kekaulike
King Kekaulike High School’s Project GradNight will be held May 18. A mandatory meeting for registered seniors and parents or guardians will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday in the school’s student dining room (enter through the back gate).
Although the registration deadline has passed, interested seniors can call or text event organizer Fanchette Robinson at 757-4621. The registration fee of $150 includes a commemorative T-shirt, personal memory book, transportation, food, live entertainment, vendors, games, prizes, music and dancing.
For more information, call Robinson at (808) 757-4621.
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Israeli Independence Day to be celebrated
An observance of Yom Hazikaron — Israeli Memorial Day — and a celebration of Yom Ha’atzma’ut — Israeli Independence Day — will take place at The Jewish Congregation of Maui, Beit Shalom Synagogue, 634 Alulike St. in Kihei at 6:30 p.m. Monday.
This day commemorates the birth of the State of Israel on the 5th of Iyar (April, May). There will be a short service remembering the fallen soldiers followed by a party with Israeli folk dancing, sponsored ethnic food and ice cream dessert. For more information, call 874-5397.
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Applications due for charter school
Applications to attend Kihei Public Charter School are due in person or must be postmarked by Monday.
A lottery for acceptance will take place on Thursday.
Apply either in person at 300 Ohukai Road, No. 209, in Kihei or at kiheicharter.org. For more information, call 870-0700.
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Book fair set at Kahului school
Kahului Elementary School is hosting its annual Spring Scholastic Book Fair in the school library from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on school days from May 8 through May 15.
As a special preview, the book fair will also be open May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during the Kahului Fun Fair for parents, students and community members to get a jump on their book shopping.
Proceeds from the Scholastic Book Fair go toward purchasing books for the school library.
For more information, contact Michelle Santiago at 727-4723.
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Friends of LHS Music will meet
The Friends of Lahainaluna Music will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in the Lahainaluna High School Band Room. Parents, students and anyone interested in being part of the Lahainaluna music department are encouraged to attend.
The end-of-the-year concert is scheduled for May 7 at the Jimmie H. Gymnasium. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the concert to begin at 6. The public is invited.
The band has been invited to perform in the Holiday Bowl in San Diego this Christmas. To make a donation to assist the band in getting there, email friendsoflahainalunamusic@gmail.com.
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Rotary Club will meet on Wednesday
The Rotary Club of Kihei Wailea will meet at noon on Wednesday at Mulligans on the Blue in Wailea. The topic for discussion will be “Celebrate 30 years of Growth,” according to an announcement.
The meeting is open to the public; lunch is $15.
For more information, email margief1202@yahoo.com.
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St. Joseph Feast begins on Friday
The annual St. Joseph Feast will take place Friday to May 7 at 1294 Makawao Ave. in Makawao. There will be local entertainers, carnival-style games, bouncy castles, food, a craft room with gift items, a country store and live auctions on Saturday and May 7. A livestock auction will also be held on May 7. Admission is free.
Hours of operation are 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7.
For more information, call the church office at 572-7652.
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Lokelani Intermediate plans parent night
Lokelani Intermediate School in Kihei invites parents of incoming students and any interested community members to attend a presentation about Advancement Via Individual Determination and college preparedness from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday. Presenters from Maui High School will be on hand to share information on AVID and college preparedness.
There will be a free dinner of burritos, taquitos and chips and salsa served to all registered guests. To register, visit goo.gl/forms/s4lVWNLXvBHAaf3w1 by Thursday.
For more information, call Cathy Fitzpatrick or Halleh Dunnicliffe at 875-6800.
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Theater performance set at Kamehameha
The live performance “Power and Folly: Japanese Satire for the 20th Century” will be presented in Keopuolani Hale at Kamehameha Schools Maui at 6 p.m. Monday.
This free performance is open to the public. It is being presented by the University of Hawaii at Manoa Department of Theatre and Dance — Kyogen Program. Donations will be accepted at the door.
The campus is at 270 Aapueo Parkway in Pukalani. For more information, call 572-3128.
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Students will sell plants at mall
The Lahainaluna High School Agriculture and Future Farmers of America Program will have a Spring Plant Sale fundraiser from 8:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Lahaina Cannery Mall parking lot.
All of the plants for sale were grown by students in the agriculture program. Plant selections include desert rose, hybrid plumeria, pakalana, ti and ginger. The funds raised from the sale will help pay for students’ travel costs to their state FFA conferences, field trips and for special student activities.
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AREAA accepting donations for keiki
The Asian Real Estate Association of America, Aloha Chapter, is accepting donations for the Children’s Justice Center until Friday. Personal hygiene items, school supplies, diapers, baby wipes, baby items, toys, books, linen and checks addressed to friends of the Children’s Justice Center, will be accepted.
Donation locations include Fine Island Properties at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in Kahului, Sakamoto Realty in West Maui, Maui Luxury Real Estate in Wailea and Mason-McDuffie Mortgage in Kihei.
For more information, email Rhonda Faleafine at rfalea@gmail.com.
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Barron’s recognizes financial adviser
Alan H. Kodama, a private wealth adviser with Ameriprise Financial in Wailuku, has been named to the list of “America’s Top 1,200 Advisors: State-by-State” published by Barron’s Magazine, a publication covering business and finance.
The annual Barron’s list recognizes the most outstanding financial advisers who represent the highest levels of ethical standards, professionalism and success in the business.
The rankings are based on data provided by over 4,000 of the nation’s most productive advisers. Kodama was chosen based on assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record and quality of practice. Kodama is president of PacStar Financial Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services Inc.
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Sanctuary named a top-rated nonprofit
Pacific Primate Sanctuary has been named a “2017 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits.
“We are honored to be named a ‘2017 Top-Rated Nonprofit’ for the fourth year in a row,” said Erin Enriques, operations manager, in a release announcing the award.
The Top-Rated Nonprofit Award is the based on the rating and number of reviews that the sanctuary received from volunteers, donors and aid recipients.
The complete list of 2017 Top Rated Nonprofits can be found at greatnonprofits.org/awards/browse/Campaign:Year2017/Issue:All/Page:1.
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Imua among ‘Best Places to Work’
Hawaii Business Magazine has named Imua Family Services one of the 2017 “Best Places to Work in Hawaii” for the eighth time. As in previous years, the data from Imua Family Services employees were gathered and analyzed by the Best Companies Group — an independent research organization that conducts similar research in states throughout the nation.
Imua Family Services was previously awarded the Best Places to Work award in 2008, 2010 and now for six years in a row since 2012.
Imua received its 2017 award on March 30 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu during a ceremony honoring all the companies who were given the award.
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