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Martha's Vineyard Hospital welcomed its first baby of the year, Maisie Grace Rose, on New Year's Day. Congratulations to parents Arianna Peters and Dennis Rose of Oak Bluffs, and siblings, Addelyn, Tristan, and Timberleigh. Read more |
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Islanders welcomed 2025 with a bold tradition, the polar plunge. From Menemsha to State Beach, groups dove into frigid waters, embracing the experience as both a reset and health benefit. At Eastville Beach, trainer Triva Emery led her group, emphasizing the mental clarity and physical relief cold immersion provides. Later, Rebecca Pierce and friends, along with kids and dogs, continued their monthly ritual, celebrating the sense of renewal that comes with each plunge. Participants faced the icy 40-degree water with determination, laughter, and the shared goal of starting the year right. Read more |
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Vineyarders waiting to get their vehicles off-Island might appreciate the upcoming expansion of the Blue Line. Starting on Saturday, the SSA is launching a 90-day trial run of an Islanders-only vehicle standby line. A rolling limit of 12 cars will be allowed in the line, with the opportunity for more depending on space availability. The general standby line, often used by visitors and Islanders, will be eliminated during the trial run. Read more |
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Falling tree limbs knocked out power for over 300 up-Island residents this morning. Eversource's power outage map showed 250 Chilmarkers out of power along North Road, and 115 West Tisbury customers around Old County Road. The National Weather Service has also issued a wind advisory for the Vineyard until 10 pm Thursday, saying gusts that day might reach 50 miles per hour. Eversouce has since indicated that power has been restored to the Island. Read more |
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Maddie Scott has been a volunteer firefighter on-Island for a decade, has fostered 29 dogs through Sandy Paws, and has helped out at the Harbor Homes shelter every winter since 2020. She told The Times that the moments that mean the most to her are finishing puzzles with a shelter guest, forming a connection with someone who is unhoused, and seeing pets learn to open up to people. Read more |
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Jonathan Burke made the most of a coupon for the Green Room recently, chronicling his holiday shopping trip through Vineyard Haven's Main Street. "Online stores such as Amazon and Zappos should be a last resort," he writes. "Local merchants shouuld be patronized as much as possible." He went home with clothes for friends and family, seasonal sweets, and an appreciation for local shops. Read more |
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Today
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Three hours of table tennis are on at the Tisbury Coucil on Aging. All ages and skill levels are welcome. It's at 5 pm to 8 pm, 34 Pine Tree Road, Vineyard Haven. Read more |
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Do you have clothing to repurpose, or beads or buttons you're looking to use? The Slow Stitching Circle is on Fridays at PathwaysARTS, led by Islanders Rebecca Gilbert (Native Earth Teaching Farm) and Connie Hyde. You're welcome to bring a project or start a new one; basic materials will be provided. Enjoy good conversation and creativity in the spirit of zero waste, and pick up some new skills. It's 2 pm to 4 pm, 9 State Road, Chilmark. Read more |
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View the lineup of feature films and documentaries at Island theaters and libraries here. |
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Check out activities for kids and their families here.
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No meetings tomorrow. Enjoy Friday! |
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Waterview Land, West Tisbury
The Tower Hill land, once known as the Dancing Hills, is considered by many a sacred Island space. Standing on the ridge top, you're at one of the highest points on Martha's Vineyard. This 3.01 acre parcel looks out over the trees of Red Farm and the dramatic blue expanse of Vineyard Sound. It's easy to understand why this property is so special. There's a generous designated building envelope of 1.41 acres to allow a Buyer to build a significant house with multi level views of the water and additional structures with proper permitting. Thoughtful planning and preparation of the Tower Hill Declaration for the area creates a deeded view easement and greenbelt area to preserve the serenity, privacy and experience of being surrounded by nature while still being minutes away from West Tisbury center.
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What's for dinner tonight?
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The Barn Open daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
Sweet Life Dinner @ 5:30 Thursday–Monday. Live jazz every Thursday w/ Jeremy Berlin. 508/696/0200
Contact adsales@mvtimes.com to promote your dining specials with the MV Times. |
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Who's rehearsing? 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.
Wednesday's contest answer:
Russell Carson |
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