Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
As you’ll see more in today’s Minute, the Martha’s Vineyard Times received a number of awards this weekend from the New England Newspaper and Press Association. While we aren’t in it for the glory (at least most of us),
we do appreciate a pat on the back once in a while. Putting out the news and information of the Island is a true team effort that takes a considerable amount of work. We hope you enjoy. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
More Tisbury housing? A real estate developer is taking another shot at making the EduComp building in Tisbury into housing units. The first time around, there was some contention over the project and it was ultimately denied. The Martha’s Vineyard Commission recently held a public hearing about it, but decided to give the public some more time to provide input. Read more here.
Hard work rewarded The New England Newspaper and Press Association honored the staff at The Times this past weekend during its annual award ceremony. Among the distinctions was a first place nod for best front page for an issue in 2022. And former news editor George Brennan was elected into the association’s Hall of Fame. Read our coverage here.
Steamship dillema The Steamship Authority experienced a lot of cancellations on Monday. From gusty winds to crew shortages, ferries were kept in port for a number of trips. It's not the first time the SSA has struggled with crew shortages in recent months. Read that story here.
MEETINGS Aquinnah select board meets at 11 am and 5 pm on Tuesday. Agendas are here and here. The Oak Bluffs select board meets at 4:30 pm on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day "I’m more optimistic than ever that the legislature will realize a local-option transfer fee on real estate this session [...] I feel buoyed by the speaker’s comments that endorse the policy, and I’ll continue to work to advance a transfer fee in the Senate. The revenue from a transfer fee will be a lifeline to Islanders struggling to afford to live on Martha’s Vineyard. It is my highest priority to get a local-option transfer fee passed into law." — Senator Julian Cyr on the push for new housing legislation for the Island
Hot Topic Comment "It is a debatable technology. Do we really want to pay more for power, look at towers and wind turbines, reduce our
fisheries, impact our ocean views with a failing industry? And it is failing in terms of expectations to reduce our Co2. It is a noble idea in a way, but it is also problematic." — Frank Brunelle on wind turbine impacts on the Island's fishing industry and environment
Hot Topic Letter "Hats off to the Wicked Good Musical Revue cast and musicians — their powerful 10th anniversary cabaret thrilled packed houses for three straight performances!" — Gerry Yukevich writes to us about a production at the M.V. Playhouse
Today:Love chess? Love the community? Marry those two and you get MVRHS Community Chess Night, for all skill levels. Bring a friend. Or your dad. Or your chessboard. Free. 4:30 to 6:30 pm. –Connie Berry
I’m going out on a limb here to guess that the Community Supper at St. Andrew’s Church would not turn you down if you showed up tonight. Delicious, and I understand Father Chip does some of the cooking himself. 5:30 pm. –C.B.
Tomorrow: I wanted to draw your attention to this one because it seems like a great idea. 12 Months, 12 Books Club at the Edgartown library. There’s a theme to follow every month, and you can take a look here at the themes. Group gathers at 4 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
Seasonal Events! Discover activities for Spring & Easter here.
Hmm… "3 baby/toddler mannequins. Headless. Flexible. Cloth covered. Stand alone. Text me for photos. Free. 540-729-3205."
Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
Dining out?
The BarnOpen daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
The Sweet LifeOpen year-round! Serving dinner Wednesday through Saturday at 5 pm. Wednesday is pasta night. Live music on Thursdays. Brunch on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm. @sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Coop de VilleOpening for the season on April 19th and celebrating our 40th year! Get excited! Largest beer selection in Oak Bluffs and best wings on the rock. See you soon! 12 Circuit Ave Ext. Oak Bluffs, on the harbor. coopdevilleshuckshack.com 508/693/3420
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Staying in?
How about some homemade bread, fresh out of the oven and baked to a golden brown, that's infused with aromatic herbs and served with a sweet or savory spread? Then try Garlic Rosemary Dinner Rolls, a recipe shared by Paul W. Bagnall. If only this newsletter could send a scratch-and-sniff photo...
Does your family have a recipe to share with the community? Send it to us, along with a photo of the dish and a brief backstory if you have one, to recipes@mvtimes.com.
Do you know this biker? We'll throw all winning answers into a pot at the end of the month and someone will win their choice of a $100 gift certificate to an Island business or charity.
'Great Ponds' at M.V. Film Festival Filmmaker Ollie Becker’s "Great Ponds" series hit the screens last week at Circuit Arts' M.V. Film Festival. Becker’s documentary series shows viewers the harsh reality of environmental degradation on-Island, educating them about the issues around us and advocating for a stronger sense of environmental consciousness. Learn more about it here.
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