HANAKAOO, Maui (KHON2) — Two years after the devastating Maui wildfires, the county has announced plans for a moment of healing and remembrance.
On August 8, a paddle-out at Hanakaoʻo Beach Park will be taking place in West Maui from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
From noon to 1:30 p.m., a special gathering will take place at Kalana O Maui in Central Maui.
There will also be a two-year memorial tribute at Lahaina Civic Center Amphitheater, West Maui, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
“As we mark two years since the Maui wildfires, we honor the memories of loved ones lost and the incredible resilience our community continues to demonstrate throughout our journey of recovery and rebuilding,” Mayor Richard Bissen said. “Kuhinia Maui holds space for our community to come together, fostering hope and healing, as we move forward, together.”
Donations of debranched flowers, petals and small leaves for paddle out scattering are being sought. No stringed lei. Drop-off donations are taking place on August 7 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., in front of the Kalana O Maui building.
Reservations are requested for the Kalana O Maui and the Lahaina Civic Center Amphitheater gatherings. For more information and to reserve a spot, visit www.kuhiniamaui.org.
In-person volunteers for the gatherings are requested. To volunteer, sign up at https://www.kuhiniamaui.org/volunteer.html.