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The Minute:
A new report details the Vineyard’s housing crisis, and a line for commuters from off-Island is canceled.
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In 2012, four percent of year-round Islanders made over $200,000 per year. In the latest housing needs assesment from the M.V. Commission, that jumped an astounding amount to nearly 20 percent of the Island earning more than $200,000. The study also states the need for almost 3,000 more affordable housing units. A public session next week will focus on solutions. Read more
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Steastreak is canceling ferries between New Bedford and the Island this winter, dealing a blow to efforts to increase commuter options. Company president James Baker explained that the cancellation stems from missing out on some expected revenue. Read more
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Shore fishing is slow this Derby, and empty-handed anglers even took a break to hold an egg toss competition. If you’ve had no luck, you’ll enjoy reading about a six-year-old landing a bluefish nearly his size. Also, please join the collective prayer for official Derby photographer Michael Blanchard to catch his first fish to weigh in. Read more
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AT A GLANCE |
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As older generations fear a shortage of local plumbers, carpenters, and bricklayers, Spark M.V. is here to pass on the trades to the youth. For some, this may just be a chance to try power tools under supervision. But others might feel a different kind of spark and pursue a career in a vital local industry. Read more
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Today
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In the Victorian era, the Vineyard’s seasonal visitors became obsessed with seaweed. The craze came from popular ideas of self-improvement, leading to seaweed shops, collections, and so many arts and crafts. Research librarian Bow Van Riper will show you what everyone was talking about 150 years ago. It’s 5–6 pm, 151 Lagoon Pond Road, Vineyard Haven. Register here
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Tomorrow |
We enjoy truly picturesque views on the Vineyard. For proof, here’s Paul Doherty’s show of selected photographs. He writes, “On the Island, every morning and every evening offer new and unique moments that, while fleeting, can be captured before they vanish.’ It’s at 11:30 am, with pie(!), at 34 Pine Tree Road in Vineyard Haven. Click here
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Movies |
Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Family Events |
Check out activities for kids and their families here.
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MEETINGS |
No meetings tomorrow. Enjoy Friday!
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Quote of the Day
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“The thing we heard most was people worrying there are a lot of people worse off than them. Nobody was greedy; everyone was taking the bare minimum so they could survive."
—North Carolina resident Ben Ferry on Islanders' donations reaching hurricane victims
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What's for dinner tonight?
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Dining Out? |
The Barn Open daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
The Sweet Life Open year-round! Serving dinner Thursday through Tuesday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Farm Neck Cafe Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace. Serving lunch 11am to 3pm, and pub fare 3 pm to 6 pm. 508/693/3560
Contact adsales@mvtimes.com to promote your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Staying In? |
For a quick and easy way to enjoy baked squash this season, try the mini-size butternut variety in the versatile recipe for Roasted Honeynut Squash, shared by cookbook author Catherine Walthers. It includes creative topping ideas from local chefs and farmers.
Do you have a recipe to share with the community? Send it to us at recipes@mvtimes.com.
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Who's in the studio? 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:
Allycia Jones
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