Sense of community vital to society

Community seems as important now as it ever has in our history, although definitions of community have changed. Still, it seems people have an instinctual need to form communities, whether it is in church, towns or even on-line.

Here are a few stories highlighting community:

Slammin' in WailukuWeekly Maui poetry slam draws people from throughout the island

Intentional communitiesA story about a growing trend to consciously form a community with like-minded people

Building, learning, helpingMaui students learn building skills, help out elders in community

A virtual communityMaui couple starts a progressive on-line community