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Great Whale Count

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The annual Great Whale Count will start this Saturday, January 26th. Volunteers are encouraged to participate in what is known as one of the longest running citizen scientist projects.

There are 12 survey sites located along the Maui shoreline. Site leaders will give brief instruction to volunteers and record data throughout the day. Data collected includes the number of whales and behavior patterns. After all the data is collected throughout the day, numbers are tallied and released immediately following the count.

Other count dates include Saturday, February 23rd and Saturday, March 30th. Those wishing to become volunteers must create an account through the Pacific Whale Foundation here.

Temporary Jobs Offered To Furloughed Workers

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Staffing company, Altres, is offering temporary industrial work to federal workers that have been displace by the partial government shutdown at their Maui office.

Altres has need for workers in positions that include, mail sorters, rental car cleaners and transporters, janitors, landscapers, warehouse workers, and construction jobs. This program is being offered only to displaced government workers and will end once normal government work is resumed.

Those interested would need to contact 877-5572 to make an appointment. Be sure to bring your federal ID and fill out an application. A $100 bonus will be given to workers when their first 40 hours of work are completed.

Reminder! Maui Luxury Real Estate LLC is currently taking food donations at our office at 161 Wailea Ike Place Building A-106 (next to Matteos) or call us 808-874-8473. Your support for our community is greatly appreciated!

Open Homes Today And Tomorrow!

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Open Today, Friday January 18th, From 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

212 Molehulehu St.

Spacious 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home on almost 10,000 sf lot in the sought after Na Hoku neighborhood of Maui Lani. Close to Pomaika’i Elementary School, golf, parks and numerous shopping and dining amenities. All this AND solar hot water heating and owned PV!

Open Today, Friday January 18th, From 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

370 Kai Malu

From Piilani turn down Okolani then make your first left turn.

Wailea’s Best Value! Located at the end of a cul-de-sac lies a well maintained and upgraded three bedroom two and one-half bath townhome. Great room opens to extended lanai with wet bar and beautiful sprawling lawns.

Open Tomorrow, Saturday January 19th, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am

1786 Halama

Prime Oceanfront Location! 3 bedroom beach house and detached 2 bedroom cottage with a 400+ square foot storage room offer a variety of living options. Owned PV and solar hot water systems add to the incredible value of this property.

Beachfest In Paia Starts Saturday

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PYCC, Paia Youth & Cultural Center, is holding its 22nd annual Paia Bay Beachfest on Saturday along with Positively+KAI. First heat will begin at 8:00 am on the beach located at the PYCC.

Young surfers and bodyboarders will be displaying their skills including tricks and barrel riding. Preregistration is $20, if you register on the day of the event the cost is $30. If you wish to come out to watch and support there is no fee.

Local food vendors will be on hand with funds raised helping the PYCC. Special guests are expected to be in attendance including Kai Lenny and Kainoa McGee. The competition is going to be action packed with possibly up to 100 competitors.

Competitors will receive a collectors shirt, lunch, and a swag bag. Contact the PYCC for more information. Good luck everyone!

Wailuku 1st Friday January 4th

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Happening this Friday January 4th, its 1st Friday in Wailuku on Market Street! Street closures will begin at 5:30, with the event running from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Live entertainment provided by Leo Mana and Nevah Too Late. Handmade crafts from local artisans will be showcased. Food from restaurants including Gianotto’s Pizza, 808 on Main, Asian Star, King’s BBQ and many others to choose from!

Free parking available at the Maui Medical Group lot. This is a free family friendly event and a great way to support the local community!