University of Guam assistant theater professor Madison Scott rehearses "An Iliad" on Sept. 9, 2022. The modern retelling of Homer's "The Iliad" will be shown Sept. 22-24, 2022, and Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2022, at the UOG theater.

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Mangilao Donne’ Festival is from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept.17 and 18 at the night market grounds. Food trucks, carnival games, dances from Guma’ I Mañe’lu and Talent Box, live music from Nate Delgado, Taj and The Radiants, the Donne’ Dinanche Competition and more will be happening throughout the night. 

The Micronesia Mall is featuring live music by guitar soloist Wayne Schwartz and hosting $2,000 worth of giveaways from 1-3 p.m. Sept. 17. The event is free and winners must be present to win. For more information, visit facebook.com/micronesiamall.guam.usa or @micronesiamall.guam on Instagram. 

The Guam Nikkei Association is hosting their annual Lantern Festival Sept. 17 at Ypao Beach Park with COVID-19 as one of this year’s themes. Registration starts at 2 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. the lanterns will be released into Tumon Bay. The event is free but donations are welcomed. 

Guam Unique Merchandise and Art and the Mayor's Council of Guam is hosting free workshops for Barrigada residents who are interested in starting a home-based business from 9 a.m.-noon Sept. 17 and 24 at the GCA Trades Academy. To register or for more information, visit www.gumaguam.com. 

TakeCare is hosting a health fair where free body composition measurements, blood pressure, random blood glucose, a brief diabetes risk survey and vision screenings will take place from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 17, Sept. 24, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Nov. 19, Nov. 26, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at the Micronesia Mall at the former Dollar Discount store. Guam Cancer Care, St. Luke’s Medical Center in Manila, Philippines, Guam Diabetes Association, American Red Cross, ASC Trust and Guam Radiology Consultants will be present and provide information on their services.

The Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association is hosting mini CHamoru workshops from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Inalåhan Mayor’s Office for 4th-8th grade students in Inalåhan. To register, call the mayor’s office at 671-828-2543 or 671-475-2509 or contact Mye Ganan-Flores at 671-482-6930 or mye@triton.uog.edu or Rosa Salas Palomo at 671-727-5522.

Homer's epic Greek poem "The Iliad" gets a modern makeover on the University of Guam Theatre stage with the production of "An Iliad" the last two weekends of September.

University of Guam assistant theater professor Madison Scott rehearses "An Iliad" on Sept. 9, 2022. The modern retelling of Homer's "The Iliad" will be shown Sept. 22-24, 2022, and Sept. 29-Oct. 1, 2022, at the UOG theater.

Performed in oral storytelling tradition, UOG assistant theater professor Madison Scott tells the story of the Trojan War and its cost as the Poet. Joining her on stage is the Muse, played Shannon Dean San Nicolas. The show takes place at 7 p.m. Sept. 22-24 and Sept. 29-Oct. 1. General admission is $10, $20 for families (limited to two adults), free for UOG and Guam Community College students.

The Soroptimist International of the Marianas’ is hosting a karaoke fundraiser from 6-9 p.n. Sept. 23 at Three Squares Restaurant. Tickets are $40 per person which includes an appetizer sampler and two drinks. For more information contact SIM President Jessica Castro at 671-688-7361 or Chairperson Louise Borja at 671-688-5232.

Piti manamko' are invited to the Manamko' Hoedown to enjoy dinner, dancing, games and participate in the Best Dressed and Best Hat competition at 6 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Piti Social Hall. For more information, contact the Piti mayor’s office at 671-472-1232/2.

Learn how to make ti leaf lei Sept. 24 at Valley of the Latte Adventure Park in Talo’fo’fo. The two-hour session starts at 9 a.m. and will be conducted outdoors. Cost is $55 for adults, $40 for children, and includes a mini fiesta-style barbecue lunch plate. For more details and to register, go to valleyofthelatte.com.

A candlelight memorial service from 5:45-8:45 a.m. Sept. 24 at the St. Anthony Catholic School gym to commemorate loved ones who have passed. Participants are to bring photos or momentos of their loved ones. To register, visit the GPO center court, St. Anthony Catholic School or Goody’s Sporting Goods. Pre-registration is $5 for one person and $20 for a group of 5. Registration on the day of the event is $6 for one person and $25 for a group of 5. For more information, contact Marie Virata Halloran at 671-632-0257, 671-685-0237 or rainbows@yahoo.com; Angie Susuico at 671-688-1737; Estela Calata at 671-988-9758; Marilou Lacson at 671-988-5600; Rleen Ada at 671-929-7676; Tricia Tenorio at 671-688-6422; Roxanne Aguon at 671-483-7574; or Jennifer Gumataotao at 671-480-5364.

Join in on a celebration of CHamoru culture and identity from 9:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 24 and 25 at Sagan Kotturan CHamoru located on Ypao Point. For a $15 dollar admission at the door visit small business and artisan pop-ups, join raffles and giveaways, see live music, a live sakman assembly, slinging lessons and other workshops, carabao rides and more. Children are free or by donation. Donation recipients are Sagan Kotturan CHamoru and Varo Guamy. For more information visit @_kotturaparty2022 on Instagram.

The University of Guam Press in partnership with Guam Focus on Life is hosting “Dry Nights” Open Mic Night from 6-8 p.m. Sept. 24 at Paniq45 in Tumon. In observance of Suicide Awareness Month writers are invited to share pieces that address suicide prevention and the mental health crisis on Guam. There will be free food and drinks for attendees and participants have a chance to win cash prizes with third place winning $100, second place $200, and first place $300. Those who wish to participate and showcase their poetry can email uogpress@triton.uog.edu. There are 15 spots available for performers and the deadline to register is Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022. All performers will receive a gift bag. For more information visit @uogpress on Instagram.

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