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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Today is National Kite-Flying Day. That feels a bit more an activity for warmer days, but who are we to judge? It’s also National Boy Scout Day. Is there a merit
badge for flying kites? If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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New Art arriving daily. Open 7 days a week. A warm welcome awaits you.
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Equity goalsVineyard schools are undergoing an equity audit in what officials say will help them identify where they could find gaps in their service, and where they have been successful. The announcement of the audit comes after a school committee meeting in Edgartown where parents expressed concerns about some students not getting the
attention they deserve, with resources going to high needs students. Read that story here.
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Haley dismissed
The Suffolk County Superior Court
dismissed an appeal from Aquinnah select board member Gary Haley against the State Ethics Commission. The appeal was against a commission decision ordering Haley pay $10,000 for violating the conflict of interest law. Read more here.
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Two-in-one for the Cliffs?Aquinnah's climate and energy committee is pursuing a grant to fund anti-erosion research, and the same grant could also help fund the return of the Aquinnah Shop property to Wampanoag ownership. The committee hopes to eliminate the erosive effects of groundwater seeping out of the Cliffs by developing advice from when the lighthouse was moved in 2015. Read more here.
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MEETINGS
No meetings on Friday. Enjoy the weekend!
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The MVTimes: Our reporting makes a difference
Journalism that matters, where you need it, when you need it. Want more?
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Boldwater Waterfront Estate, Edgartown Sponsored Spectacular 35 acre Boldwater Association waterfront estate on Edgartown Great Pond with breathtaking views over 1,000 ft wide low brushy pond front terrain and across the 3/4 mile wide Lyles Bay, dreamy Swan Neck Point, the 1 1/2 mile wide main pond and barrier beach to the ocean beyond. The handful of well pruned trees on the property enhance the water views. The sophisticated and charming quality house was built by Andrew Flake, arguably the finest Vineyard builder over the last
40 years. Mark Hutker created an innovative design with an arc shape nautical theme so every room faces the water. The 3 second floor bedrooms enjoy large terraces and the first floor primary bedroom opens to a nice deck and quiet garden sanctuary. The handmade luxury kitchen cabinetry and extensive woodworking were done by Smallbone, a British Company noted for time honored design and craftsmanship. Adding to this estate, reflecting decades of careful planning and development, is a lovely private pool and pool house, 4 room guest suite over the garage with large deck, two stone wall enclosed specimen fruit tree meadows, a large field circled by a grand stone wall, a idyllic lily pond and two miles of private trails.
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Quote of the Day
"It was an honor working with Rez [...] Such a thoughtful, intelligent, and creative guy. He will be missed."
–Brandon O’Neil, colleague of artist and conservationist Rez Williams, on Williams’ passing this weekHot Topic Comment"Our culture of over-accommodation to the lowest uncommon denominator — in which the system elevates unprepared students to a "special" status that undermines their prepared peers — is a recipe for cultural resentment and nativist revolt."
–A.F. Cook, on frustrations over Edgartown School resources diverted towards teaching EnglishHot Topic Letter"Our housing crisis is too great for us as a community to retreat to a defense of our viewpoints, to the detriment of progress. Too much needs to be done to defer action to the future. The crisis is today."
–Healthy Aging Martha’s Vineyard nonprofit organization chair Bob Laskowski said in support of proposed older adult
housing in West Tisbury
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Today: Just look at those cookies. They’re a work of art. The Farm Institute hosts Valentine Cookies with Bryanna from Morning Glory Farm. Have yourself one heck of a cookie-baking lesson. You do have to register, so follow the directions. 5:30 pm. –Connie Berry
Let’s stick with love. The Edgartown library offers Vintage Valentines Film Night with a classic oldie, "To Catch a Thief." Stars Cary Grant and Grace Kelly, a couple of beautiful people. Free. 6 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: And…even more love. Featherstone’s exhibit Love Laugh Leap Live is packed with creative expressions of love. Abby Remer
is going to write about it next week; in the meantime, head over there to check it out. 12 to 4 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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On call?"Free! VTech black phone system, 2 phone, caller ID, call waiting. Call 508-693-9093."Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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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 Sweet Life Open 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
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Do you know this Islander? 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.
Email your answer to newsletters@mvtimes.com, and let us know which day you are guessing about. For previous Do You Knows? see our archive.
Wednesday's contest
answer:
Sarah Pertile
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Crafts and consciousness
Artist,
librarian, and creative Jennifer Rapuano hosts monthly drop-in craft workshops at the Vineyard Haven library. From resin casting and granny squares to hot chocolate bombs and bookbinding, Rapuano bases her classes on engagement, exploration, and connection between creation and creator. Read more about it here.
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