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The Minute:
Behold the Tisbury School, which cut the ribbon today for its building and renovation project.
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In what was freshly named the Battle in the Atlantic last year, Nantucket and Vineyard teams fought it out on the fields this past weekend. The matchups also happened to coincide with Homecoming. The girls’ soccer team continued their impressive season with another win, and seniors will go undefeated against their Whaler opponents. The boys lost after a shootout. Read more
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While kids have been back at school for the last month, the Tisbury School held an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday for its two-year building and renovation project. Our reporter on the scene says a big hit for the new project is the new gymnasium, the first of its kind in Tisbury. Read more
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A recent federal grant will go a long way toward a renovation of the airport’s terminal. Project details are not set in stone, but goals in mind include enclosing the outdoor tent waiting space, room for two security lines, and upgrading failing cooling and heating systems. Read more
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The U.S. Postal Service recently honored the nation’s healthcare workers with a Forever stamp. On Friday, the head of the Vineyard Haven Post Office took a moment to thank staff at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital for their commitment to Islanders’ health. Read more
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A clear blue sky forecast a Harvest Fest to remember, and Vineyarders at the Ag Hall delivered. Indigo dyeing, squash toss, and a Halloween costume swap were welcome new additions this year, and The Times’ Allison Roberts was there to catch up with local environmental professionals, a cornucopia of vendors, and even a bull named Chilmark. Read more
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Today
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Teens who want to volunteer on-Island need look no further than the Chicken Alley Thrift Shop, where they can support a key resource for Vineyarders and M.V. Community Services. Visit to find out more about Chicken Alley and enjoy games, snacks, and prizes. It’s 5 pm to 7 pm, 38 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven. Read more
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Tomorrow |
Edgartown Library director Lisa Sherman wants you to read a book a month in this year’s Reading Challenge. Pick a book that fits the monthly challenge theme, and get together with other participants to discuss your selection. October’s challenge is “A book about a time in history you’d like to know more about.” November’s is “A relaxing, soul-soothing book.” Read more, and read more
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Movies |
Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Libraries |
Check out free programs for all ages at the Island's six public libraries here.
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MEETINGS |
The Oak Bluffs special town meeting is at 7 pm tomorrow. Warrant here.
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Quote of the Day
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“The HVAC system has continued to have duct tape and bubblegum holding it together."
—Martha's Vineyard Airport commission chair Bob Rosenbaum welcomes a $15 million grant toward a terminal renovation
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What's for dinner tonight?
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Dining Out? |
The Barn Open daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
The Sweet Life Open year-round! Serving dinner Thursday through Tuesday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Farm Neck Cafe Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace. Serving lunch 11am to 3pm, and pub fare 3 pm to 6 pm. 508/693/3560
Contact adsales@mvtimes.com to promote your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Name This Islander |
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Who built a bridge? We'll throw all winning answers into a pot at the end of the month and someone will win a free MV Times T-shirt.
Email your answer to newsletters@mvtimes.com, and let us know which day you are guessing about. For a previous Name This Islander, see our archive.
Friday's contest answer:
John Ridgely
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