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Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Today is the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s "We Choose to go to the Moon" speech. President Joseph Biden is coming to Massachusetts today to give a speech at the JFK Museum about his "Cancer Moonshot," which is his goal to cut cancer deaths in half over the next
25 years. Today is also National Day of Encouragement Day and National Chocolate Milkshake Day, so we encourage you to get a chocolate shake. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Bells were ringing It was a busy morning in Edgartown Sunday. First, the annual start of the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby got underway with the bell ringing for the first weigh-in of the five-week tournament. Reporter Abigail Rosen was there. Meanwhile, the Edgartown Fire Department paid tribute to the first responders and other victims of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, with a ceremony at Memorial Wharf. Abigail was also there for this ceremony.
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Tribal culture on display The Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) was in a celebrating mood on Saturday and Sunday, and they invited tribal nations to the Island to join them. The Aquinnah Wampanoag hosted a powwow for the first time in two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Drumming filled the air and tribe members danced together in celebration. Reporter Eunki Seonwoo was there and has the story, photos and a video.
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Doggone shame It’s been a terrible couple of days for Brad Tucker. Tucker’s beloved dog, Ralf, escaped his pen and ultimately got struck by a vehicle. Tucker said the driver never reported striking the dog to police and didn’t stop. Instead, Ralf hobbled home and died. The incident has sparked outrage on Islanders Talk and has prompted a police investigation. Meanwhile, Tucker is having a tough time with the West Tisbury planning board when it comes to getting a curb cut approved for a farmstand. That meeting is tonight. Report Eunki Seonwoo has this story.
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MEETINGS The Steamship Authority’s Port Council meets at 9 am Tuesday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
The Oak Bluffs select board meets in joint session with the affordable housing committee at 4:30 pm Tuesday at town hall. Here is the agenda.
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Today: The West Tisbury library hosts a Classics Book Group with
Jane Austen’s last novel, "Persuasion," up for discussion. I never got into Jane Austen. Maybe I should try again. 5 pm. –Connie Berry
If I were ever to take up yoga, I’d begin with Goat Yoga. I think there would be just enough
distraction to not take myself too seriously. Native Earth Teaching Farm, rain or shine. 5:30 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: Here’s something you don’t see every day: Artist Reception for the Horse that Paints. Miniature horse Tony Smalls has his own reception at the Granary Gallery. For the love of God, if a horse can paint surely we can too. 4 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
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For reel "Penn 7102 Reel on Daiwa Graphite A 17990, Apollo Gold 1929 10 ft. $60. Fortress fluke anchor 8lbs. $15. 561-613-7229." Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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Dining out?
The Barn Open Monday through Saturday 11:30 am to 11 pm for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
The Dunes Welcome to The Dunes, Martha’s Vineyard’s Only Restaurant at South Beach! Enjoy casual, relaxed dining, refreshing sea breezes, and a fabulous ocean view. Visit us via our spectacular water taxi cruise from Edgartown. Serving breakfast and dinner until
October 22. Lunch served at the Poolside Grill. thedunesmv.com / 508/627/3663
Farm Neck Come check out Farm Neck's newly renovated Cafe, patio and bar!Enjoy indoor or
outdoor seating with open air views of our championship golf course and ample TVs in the bar area.
The Café will be open for lunch from 11 am to 5 pm daily and open for dinner Wednesday through Friday from 5 pm to 8 pm. Call 508/693/3560 for reservations or visit farmneck.net
Click here for more details and specials
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Contact jenna@mvtimes.com to discuss promoting your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Do you know this man? Submit your best guess to newsletters@mvtimes.com within 24 hours and check the next Minute for the correct answer. That’s right, you asked and we listened. You won’t have to wait until the end of the month to find the answers. We’ll throw all winning guesses into a pot at the end of the month and someone will win their choice of a $100 Lift certificate to an Island business or $100 to go toward an Island charity of their choice. For previous Do You Knows, see our archive.
Friday’s contest answer: Ade Solarin
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Packing up camp Just in case you missed it, the Vineyard Campout was this past Friday and Saturday, and there were some amazing acts to check out at the Loft. As part of the shoulder season event, folks could purchase Vineyard Campout tickets, complete with two nights at the Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground, along with tickets to the shows. It was the brainchild of Innovation Arts and & Entertainment CEO, Adam Epstein, and he is planning on holding more Vineyard Campouts in the future. Read Lucas Thors’ story on the unique musical gathering here.
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