September Events
September - November: Outdoor Polo Season
Olinda Polo Field
(808) 877-7744
Every Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
5th: Maui Channel Swim
Lanai to Kaanapali, Maui
(808) 338-0722 or (808) 652-4740
www.mauichannelswim.com
Individuals or six-member teams compete for multiples prizes and one grand prize, followed by an awards banquet in Kaanapali
5th: Kula Kaiapuni's Ka Piha Makahiki 20
Paia School Campus, Maui
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate twenty years of quality education through the Hawaiian language. Enjoy Hawaiian games, food booths, and great entertainment at this fun-filled event. Featured entertainers include Pekelo Cosma, Kamaka Fernandez, and Cody Pueo Pata. Admission is $1.00.
7th: Maui Aumakua 2.4 Mile Swim and Maui Sprint Mile
Maluaka Beach, Makena Resort
(808) 338-0722 or (808) 652-4740
www.aumakuaswim.org or www.mauichannelswim.com
3rd annual USMS & USA-S sanctioned ocean swim fronting Maui Prince Hotel, Makena Resort
11th: Remembering Roots & Envisioning Future
Five Hawaiian Women Poets
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theater
(808) 242-7469
www.mauiarts.org
Reading and performances by Hoopio DeCambra, Puanani Burgess, Jamaica Osorio, Tamara Wong-Morrison, and Mahealani Perez-Wendt.
12th: 38th Annual Hana Relays
Kahului Airport area to Hana Ball Park
(808) 243-9636
www.virr.com
38th annual six-member teams, race along Maui’s famous Hana Highway, 52 miles to Hana Ball Park
12th: KEALII REICHEL IN CONCERT
Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay (808) 565-3800
www.visitlanai.net
A concert by one of Hawaii's treasures, singer, chanter and Kumu Hula, Kealii Reichel, "Honoring The Past, Enriching The Future". Call Four Seasons Resort Lanai for concert tickets, room reservations and more information. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Lanai Culture & Heritage Center.
12th: Maui Okinawa Festival
Maui Mall, Kahului
(808) 871-1307
www.mauimall.com
Enjoy the rich cultural heritage of the islands through song and dance, crafts and lots of food
12th-24th: Hiiakaikapoliopeoe
Schaefer International Gallery, Maui Arts & Cultural Center
(808) 242-2787
www.mauiarts.org
An exhibition of ten artists of Hawaiian ancestry whose multi-media works center on the Hiiaka story, an integral part of hula.
16-20th MAUI PHOTO FESTIVAL & WORKSHOPS
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Kaanapali Resort
(808) 875-8964 or (808) 283-8438
www.mauiphotofestival.com
World-class photographers celebrate digital photography in one of the most photographic places in the world, Maui. Novice to professional, attendees will learn from classroom sessions, location shoots, real-world assignments and photo safaris led by professional photographers. Space is limited. For Educational rate and registration information, contact rich@mauiphotofestival.com or call (808) 925-560-1403.
17th: Wine Makers Series with Tor Kenward Family Wines
Four Seasons Resort Lanai
(808) 565-2469
www.visitlanai.net
Join Chef Jon Wheeler, and special guest Tor Kenward, of Tor Kenward Family Wines, for an evening of exquisite food and wine pairings, presented in a five-course dining experience.
19th: Maui Tacos 5k Fun Run/Walk
Whalers Village, Kaanapali Resort
(808) 864-0113
www.mauimarathon.com
A 5K Fun Run/Walk through Kaanapali Resort
19th: The Run Forrest Run Front Street Mile Race
Front Street, Lahaina
(808) 280-5801
www.mauimarathon.com
9th annual race with elite milers and youth competing in this one-mile sprint on Front Street
19th: Maui to Molokai Canoe Race
D.T. Fleming Beach Park to Kaunakakai, Molokai
(808) 283-1585
www.coffeesofhawaii.com
A Pailolo Challenge, organized by Hawaiian Canoe Club and sponsored by Coffees of Hawaii, this is a great outrigger canoe warm up, pre-race for the Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai Hoe.
20th: Maui Half Marathon
Kaanapali Resort
(808) 864-0113
www.mauimarathon.com
6th annual half marathon, 6.55 miles, begins and ends at Whalers Village
20th: Maui Marathon
Kahului to Kaanapali Resort
(808) 864-0113
www.mauimarathon.com
39th annual 26.2 mile race begins at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center, ending in Kaanapali Resort
25th: 2009 Festivals of Aloha - Maui
Maui Arts and Cultural Center, McCoy Studio Theaters
Toni Rojas: 808-573-7626
www.festivalsofaloha.com
8th Annual Richard Hoopii Leo Kie Kie Falsetto Hosted by “Uncle Richard” Hoopii, one of Hawaii’s most beloved and talented musicians, this singing competition showcases Maui’s finest amateur male falsetto performers. Contestants belt their most exquisite high-register voices, an art form dating back to a time when Hawaiian women were forbidden to sing publicly. Special surprise guests to perform as well.
Tickets $20 and $15 for kupuna (seniors 55 years and older) and keiki (children) 12 and under; 6:00 pm
26th: LPSC Club Championship Shoot
Lanai Pine Sporting Clays
(808) 559-46+00
www.visitlanai.net
200 Registered Targets - All targets are registered with the National Sporting Clays Association and part of the Club Championship Series. Club Championship Luncheon and Awards follows Tournament
26th: Saint John's Kula Festival
St John’s Church, Kula Highway, across from Keokea Park
(808) 878-1485 or hirashima@hawaii.rr.com
Enjoy a day filled with entertainment, live and silent auctions, crafts, and children’s games. Visit The Tea Room, purchase your favorite foods, plants and produce. The musical line up includes guitarist, Jeff Peterson, the Hula Honeys, Fred Lacar, and others. Festival hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Free admission. Donations welcomed. This is a benefit for Saint John’s Church programs and it’s local non-profit agencies.
26th: Aloha Festivals 2009
Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
(808) 879-1922
www.waileamarriott.com
Celebrate Aloha Festivals 2009 at Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, under the Banyan Trees in Mei Court, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Stunning and attractive artwork by local artisans in the lobby, a lei contest open to everyone, and delicious locally prepared foods available for a nominal fee. Entertainment by Kamehameha Schools Maui Hawaiian Ensemble, hotel employees, Kilohana Grove, and Maoli. Partial proceeds benefit various Maui charities. Admission is free. Parking is $5.00.
27th: Na Wahine O Ke Kai
"Women of the Sea"
Hale O Lono Harbor, Molokai
(808) 259-7112
www.molokai-hawaii.com or www.holoholo.org/wahine
29th annual women’s 40-mile Moloka‘i to O’ahu six person outrigger canoe race
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