MNBG Calendar
Confirmed Workshops & Events:
Saturday, June 27, from 1 PM to 4:30 PM: Traditional Coconut Weaving with Maui Grown 808
Learn to work with lau niu (coconut leaves): weave, pattern, shaping, and form. Participants will weave a lei poʻo (head lei), peʻahi (fan), and a hanging ʻumeke (basket) with cultural practitioners, Uʻi Kahue and Mario Siatris. Cost: $65, or $40 for current garden members. Email info@mnbg.org for reservations. This class will be offered again on 6/27/20 and 9/19/20.
Saturday, July 4, from 1 PM to 4:30 PM: Contemporary Coconut Weaving with Maui Grown 808
Learn to work with lau niu (coconut leaves): weave, pattern, shaping, and form. Participants will weave a modern ʻumeke (bowl) and pāpale (hat) with cultural practitioners, Uʻi Kahue and Mario Siatris. Cost: $65, or $40 for current garden members. Email info@mnbg.org for reservations. This class will be offered again on 10/10/20.
Saturday, July 18, from 9 AM to 12 PM: Mana Kalo with Namea Hoshino
Learn about the Mana family of kalo (taro) with MNBG Kalo Varieties Manager, Namea Hoshino. Participants will learn about the cultural uses of the Mana group of taro and identification techniques. Samples for tasting will be included. Cost: $50, or $25 for current garden members. Email info@mnbg.org for reservations.
Saturday, November 7, from 9 AM to 2 PM: Arbor Day Garden Expo & Tree Giveaway
In partnership with Maui Electric Company and Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens will give away 1,000 Hawaiian trees for free, 1 tree per person, any age! Experts will be available to recommend the best Hawaiian tree for your area of residence. The celebration will also feature lectures, activities, and many community organizations sharing critical environmental information. To get involved, visit www.ArborDayExpo.com.
Saturday, December 5, from 9 AM to 12 PM: Living Wreath Making with Native Plants
Native plants provide more than just food and habitat for wildlife: they also provide great beauty all year long! Learn to make a living wreath from Native Hawaiian Plants in time for the Holidays with MNBG Executive Director, Tamara Sherrill and ‘ohana. Cost: $50, or $25 for current garden members. Call 249-2798 or email info@mnbg.org for reservations.
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Weed and Pot Club
9:00 am
Weed and Pot Club
Jul 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
 If you love working with native plants, you will love the Weed & Pot Club! This volunteer gardening group meets every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Spend[...]
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Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is closed – Independence Day
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is closed – Independence Day
Jul 3 all-day
Independence Day July 3 Friday The fourth day in July
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Contemporary Coconut Weaving with Maui Grown 808
1:00 pm
Contemporary Coconut Weaving with Maui Grown 808
Jul 4 @ 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Learn to work with lau niu (coconut leaves): weave, pattern, shaping, and form. Participants will weave a modern ʻumeke (bowl) and pāpale (hat) with Lahaina weavers, Uʻi Kahue and Mario[...]
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Weed and Pot Club
9:00 am
Weed and Pot Club
Jul 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
If you love working with native plants, you will love the Weed & Pot Club! This volunteer gardening group meets every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Spend[...]
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Weed and Pot Club
9:00 am
Weed and Pot Club
Jul 15 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
If you love working with native plants, you will love the Weed & Pot Club! This volunteer gardening group meets every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Spend[...]
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Mana Kalo Workshop with Namea Hoshino
9:00 am
Mana Kalo Workshop with Namea Hoshino
Jul 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Learn about the Mana family of kalo (taro) with MNBG Kalo Varieties Manager, Namea Hoshino. Participants will learn about the cultural uses of the Mana group of taro and identification[...]
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Weed and Pot Club
9:00 am
Weed and Pot Club
Jul 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
If you love working with native plants, you will love the Weed & Pot Club! This volunteer gardening group meets every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Spend[...]
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Weed and Pot Club
9:00 am
Weed and Pot Club
Jul 29 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
If you love working with native plants, you will love the Weed & Pot Club! This volunteer gardening group meets every Wednesday morning, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Spend[...]
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