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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Today is National Boston Day, a day to not only celebrate the unique name, but also the capital city of our fair commonwealth, one of the oldest cities in the country. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Going hybridMany eco-friendly Islanders have called on the Steamship Authority to electrify its fleet to fight against climate change, and it seems the ferry service is taking a step in that direction. Among the various capital projects the SSA is working on, one of them is the design and engineering of a hybrid vessel. The new ferry won’t come cheap, though. Read more here.
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Hoop dreams
While the Vineyarders didn’t come out on top against Nantucket, the experience of playing on the Celtics’ home court made it an exciting time. Plus, the game had a strong turnout with around 500 fans. Proceeds from the game supported the Andrew James Lawson Foundation. Read more here.
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MLK Day LuncheonThe local chapter of the NAACP held its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day luncheon at the P.A. Club on Monday, the first time back in person in three years. A number of speakers talked about the importance of staying active and engaged in the fight for social justice. There were also discussions of local evidence of intolerance and hate here on the Island. Read that story here.
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MEETINGS
Edgartown select board and parks commission meets at 12:30 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
Dukes County Commissioners meet at 4 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
The Tisbury select board meets at 4 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
The West Tisbury select board meets at 4:30 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
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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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Quote of the Day
"They were eating it up. They were a little nervous at first. It’s a hard place to get going because of the space; it’s such a big arena. But it was a tremendous experience."
— MVRHS basketball coach Mike Joyce on the trip up to TD Garden in BostonHot Topic Comment"One man’s ‘banner’ is another man’s bummer. ‘Record Year’ might have been a more unbiased headline, since islanders have mixed feelings about the growing number of airborne arrivals."
— Geraldine Brooks comments on our coverage of a high number of passengers flying into the Vineyard airport last yearHot Topic Letter"Our family would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the beautiful memorial celebration you helped create for Ed on December 28th. We were blown away by the huge turnout, the fantastic music by ESP and the spread of delicious food."
— Shirley, Lindsay, and Tom Medeiros, and Amy Custer, on thanking the P.A. Club
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Today: Sherry Sidoti talks about her book "A Smoke and a Song" in person and on Zoom via the Vineyard Haven library. It’s gotten great reviews and is on my waiting-to-read-in-February list. 5:30 pm. –Connie BerryPathways at the Chilmark Tavern hosts Open Floor Readings, curated by Ron Slate, in person and on Zoom. Maybe this is your chance to share your own memoir with a group. Doors open at 7 pm, it starts at 7:30 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: The Rotary Club meets at the P.A. Club. The meetings are free and open to everyone. It’s a great organization that accomplishes a lot on the Island, and it’s a great way to meet folks and network a bit. And Mo’s Lunch is right there. 12:10 pm.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Knock, knock"7 Hollow Core Doors: Free 25" x 78"approx, no hardware, Excellent condition. Great spare tabletop, desktop. Call 774-563-1248."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
Restaurant owners: Are you open? Let our readers know, and support local journalism while doing so!
Contact jenna@mvtimes.com to discuss promoting your dining specials with the MV Times.
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Do you know this Island artist? 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.
Friday's contest answer:
Abraham Seiman
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Art and
history
The Vineyard Haven Harbor Cultural District is one of the largest cultural districts in the state and is the only one to include a harbor. Officials representing the area are now trying to encourage its walkability. At a recent public forum, the group discussed new regulations, the pros and cons of public murals, and other ideas. Read that story here.
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