Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
If you’re of a certain age, you’ll remember that the last episode of "M*A*S*H" aired on this day in 1983. It was more than two hours long and watched by 77 percent of the TV viewing audience. Oh, how we all miss Trapper John and Hawkeye. Wonder what they would think about streaming services and movies on demand.If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
Jeep vs. dump truck A Jeep crashed into a Preferred Services dump truck at the intersection of Lake and Kennebec Avenues Tuesday morning. All seven occupants of the Jeep, many of whom were unrestrained children, sustained minor injuries. The dump truck driver was uninjured, and was able to drive away after the scene was cleared. The Times is waiting to hear back about whether any motor vehicle citations will be issued. Here’s that story.
Electrifying vessels "Ferries Now" is an educational event set to take place at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center on March 31. The goal of the event, which will feature guest speakers and representatives from the Steamship Authority and Eversource, is to raise awareness about electric ferries. Making the Steamship Authority’s vessels into an electric fleet has been an ongoing discussion. Come along and learn a thing or two. Did we mention free lunch? Here are the details.
Land Bank wants farming proposals On Tuesday, the Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank Commission approved the issuing of a handful of request for proposals (RFPs) for agricultural leases on Land Bank owned properties. At $10 per acre per year, the Land Bank hopes the leaseholds will encourage more Island farming, without the hefty cost of land ownership on Martha’s Vineyard. Here’s that story.
Bonus Photo: Snowy synchronicity Children in Perkinsville, Vt., discovered a familiar shape on their snow-covered family car this morning. Their mother, Anne Parent, has been coming to Martha's Vineyard for 45 years since her aunt and uncle, Sharon and John Kelly, bought a home in 1977 near Ocean Park in Oak Bluffs.
MEETINGS The West Tisbury select board will be holding a tax rate public hearing at 4:30 pm on Wednesday. Remote Access. Here is the agenda. This will be followed by the West Tisbury select board meeting. Here is that agenda. The Dukes County Commission meets at 4 pm Wednesday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
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Hot Topic Comment Mariposa Tando commented on our story about the Vineyard Preservation Trust receiving its special permit from the West Tisbury zoning board of appeals: "I am so excited to see more events happening at the Grange Hall. I love the movies, theater, and gatherings. We need it more now than ever! Thank you to the Trust, Circuit Arts, and the town."
Today:The Online Spice Club meets tonight. I wonder if there are any dues, like maybe some ginger or something? This month the spotlight is on fennel seed. These little fellas are packed with nutrients. 6 pm.–Connie Berry
It’s Trivia Night at Town M.V., so grab some friends and head to Edgartown. I’m terrible at trivia, but I’m really good at chowing down on their bacon-wrapped scallops. 7:30 pm. –C.B.
Tomorrow:Take the kids to the Vineyard Haven library tomorrow for Winter Break Movies and Crafts. It’s a great way to break up the middle of the week for you and for them. 3 pm. –C.B.
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Healthy mind The Oak Bluffs library is hoping to help Islanders with their mental health in the coming months, and there are a variety of programs and offerings available to those who might be struggling with their mental or emotional wellbeing. Folks can take part in art workshops, guided meditation classes, and community walks outdoors. Check in with the library about more opportunities, and read the story about the unique mental health supports here.
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