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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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On this day in 1936, the first issue of Life magazine was printed. It’s also National Cashew Day, which is nuts. We’ll be off for a few days for the Thanksgiving holiday. Our offices will be closed on both Thursday and Friday. Don’t eat too much!
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Lots of people grow their own and are happy to share. So why buy from Island Time? Join Geoff Rose in this video series where he discusses some compelling reasons - and invites you to tour the shop!
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A bevy of bay scallopsOak Bluffs got together to talk scallops again, but this time there was less contention as newly appointed shellfish constable Donovan McElligatt reported a bumper crop of bay scallops in Sengekontacket Pond. As a result, the select board put off a decision on setting limits on how many scallops can be taken. There was also some news on the affordable housing front. Reporter Eunki Seonwoo has this story.
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Video makes SSA’s case
Three videos released to The Times as part of a public records request show what the Steamship Authority found in its investigation into an incident in August. A truck loading onto the MV Governor got caught on a cable and the counterweights from the transfer bridge plunged into the harbor. Watch the video attached to this story and you can see for yourself. Reporter Rich Saltzberg has this story.
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Islander talkNot the Facebook page, but the beloved former Steamship Authority ferry. It was a post on Islanders Talk that prompted this story. A post waxing nostalgic about the ferry generated dozens of responses. It seems distance makes the heart grow fonder when it comes to an SSA ferry. Writer Geoff Currier reached out to some of the people who commented on the article, as well as other longtime Vineyarders to find out just what it is about this ferry that gets everyone talking. Here’s the story.
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Holiday bonus
We have two additional stories to share today. One is a tradition like no other with Tisbury Police Officers outside Stop & Shop the day before Thanksgiving to help shoppers carry their groceries and return shopping carts to the frenzied store. Reporter Rich Saltzberg has this story. Meanwhile, a store on Circuit Avenue in Oak Bluffs has a collection of artwork you’re going to want to see. It’s a way to enhance the look of closed shops on Circuit Ave. Reporter Abigail Rosen has this story.
MEETINGS
There are no meetings for the next couple of days, except around the gravy bowl. Below we share a couple of meetings for next
Monday.
The Edgartown select board meets on Monday at 4 pm. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
The MVRHS school committee meets on Monday at 6 pm. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
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The MVTimes: Our reporting makes a difference
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New Art arriving daily. Open 7 days a week. A warm welcome awaits you.
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Quote of the Day
"We’re talking tens of millions of property value on Chappy, we’re talking a seven-figure amount of a business, we’re talking all these factors and if we spend $30,000, $40,000 to get someone externally to look at this problem and give us a recommendation, I think that’s the appropriate way to go."
–James Hagerty, Edgartown town administrator, on hiring a consultant to study the needs of the Chappy
FerryHot Topic CommentCommenters are weighing in on the bail set for Miquel Jones, who is charged as an accessory after the fact in the armed robbery of Rockland Trust. Here’s what Scott Terry had to say: "Bail is determined mostly by the likelihood of the accused fleeing, not the severity of the crime."Hot Topic LetterCheck out Abigail McGrath’s humorous take on Thanksgiving. "The good news is the Tisbury turkeys are not at risk. Further good news: Your vegan friends cannot say a sanctimonious word. The bad news is: What do they put in that test tube to make it so delicious, and is this something I will be thankful for in the future?"
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Today: If you’re not too busy getting ready for Thursday, you might enjoy this Classic Book Group meeting on Zoom. The West Tisbury library hosts as they wrap up discussion on "Middlemarch." 5 pm. –Connie Berry
If you’re like me though, you’ll head to the P.A. Club for live music with Rose Guerin and John Standwood right after work. And I won’t be able to pass by Mo’s Lunch without ordering one of everything. 5 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: On Thursday, take a run for a good cause with the annual Oak Bluffs Turkey Trot 5K. It raises funds for the Oak Bluffs School. Starts in front of the police station. (I was going to use a photo of runners, but I love this photo of Jefferson Munroe’s turkeys. Hope he’s doing well.) 8:30 am. A nice walk at Island Alpaca might be in order on Thanksgiving as well. 10 am to 4 pm. Don’t forget the Gatchell family lights up the night with their annual Holiday Light Display beginning Thanksgiving evening. Bring something for the Food Pantry. 5 pm. Meet the artist known as Tony Smalls at the Granary Gallery. You may even decide to take a work of art home. 10 am to 2 pm. Vineyard Artisans are ready for literally every shopping need you might have. The $2 parking fee benefits the scholarship fund. Friday and Saturday at the Ag Hall. 10 am to 4 pm. Come see the Dickensian Christmas Village display at the Carnegie Heritage Center, also on Friday and Saturday. 11 am to 3 pm. The P.A. Club hosts a Musical Fundraiser Friday night beginning at 5 pm and lasting until I finish dancing. And if that’s not enough rug-cutting, you can also hear fantastic local musicians at the Chilmark Potluck on Saturday night. 5 pm. And Oak Bluffs has so many events going on this weekend, I’m just going to send you here. I’ve been watching a lot of British detective shows so Cheers! everyone. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
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Kick back and relax
"Free plush recliner in good condition- mechanism to raise legs broken. Call Liz at 617-543-1180."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.
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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 woman? Submit your best guess to newsletters@mvtimes.com within 24 hours and check the next Minute for the correct answer. 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.
Tuesday’s contest answer: Joan Merry
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A night at the club
The Portuguese American Club in Oak Bluffs is a place for everyone. Over the years, the club has grown to be one of the most popular community gathering spaces on the Island. Folks head there to enjoy live music, local events and forums, seasonal celebrations, and tasty food and drinks. Read director of publications Connie Berry’s story on the club, some history, and what’s happening this year.
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