Ka'anapali Beach Resort is proud to host Na Mele O Maui, the illustrious student song competition that showcases some of the most talented and impressive youth voices on Maui.  The competition has will be held Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Hyatt Regency Resort ballroom. Na Mele O Maui is a heartwarming annual contest and is one of Hawaii's longest-running events which continues to perpetuate Hawaii's unique culture and heritage.  Hundreds of Maui County students from kindergarten through 12th grade compete prizes of cash and musical instruments.

Na Mele O Maui also sponsors the High School Art Competition, a juried exhibit open to all Maui County high school students. This year the competition is being held through Thursday, November 20, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa ballroom. Entries are original creations, can be two- or three-dimensional, must be completed in school, and reflect the designated theme from the year's corresponding song competition. Winning artwork will be on display in the lobby at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa.

A nominal donation will be requested at the door, with all profits going to the Na Mele O Maui, Inc. Scholarship Fund.  Scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to Maui County high school graduates pursuing higher education in fields relating to Hawaiian cultural arts and skills.

Ka'anapali Beach Resort Association
808-661-3271