LAHAINA – Lahaina Arts Association will host the second annual Mahalo Show Fundraiser from July 3-30.

Hawaii artists are invited to submit artwork for a chance to win several artist awards and prizes. Artwork will be exhibited and available for sale at the Banyan Tree Gallery of Lahaina Arts Society in Lahaina to support free keiki art programs in Maui County.

There will be a reception on Friday, July 14, from 6 to 8 p.m.

In 2016, the Mahalo Show featured 29 artists and 41 artwork submissions to raise funds to open a free art class for homeless children in Wailuku. Artists were recognized with eight awards for outstanding works.

In related news, Lahaina Arts Society’s Annual Celebration & Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 28. The public is invited to gather at the Pioneer Inn Courtyard at 6 p.m.

Light pupus will be offered, and a no-host bar will be available. The special guest speaker will be Panna Speas, owner of Maui Hands.

Lahaina Arts Society (LAS) invites local residents to come meet fellow Maui artists, supporters of the arts and the LAS board.

LAS is dedicated to showcase, market and mentor Maui County artists. If you have ever been interested in joining the arts society, feel free to come talk story. For information, call LAS at 661-0111 or e-mail info@lahaina-arts.com.