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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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The Martha's Vineyard Times wishes you a happy National Maritime Day! The holiday commemorates the first transoceanic steam-powered voyage, begun when the steamship Savannah set sail from its namesake city in Georgia in 1819. It's always mari-time on-Island, but today we encourage
you to take a moment to consider the seafarers, scallopers, and shipbuilders who make the Vineyard a special place. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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At home you are surrounded by life’s distractions, inclined to pick up the phone or do the dishes. Escape reality for a few hours with a screening at The Film Center.
Enjoy cinema snacks and relax in one of our reclining chairs in front of the big screen. Simply sit and immerse yourself. You’ve earned it.
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Invasive pest threatens Island pinesFirst spotted a year ago, a scourge of Southern pine beetles has left few survivors at some Tisbury woods. Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation president Adam Moore was forced to cut at least 2,000 trees at Phillips Preserve. An excess of wood and debris on the ground poses another threat: wildfire. Read more here.
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Keeping democracy alive
A coalition of Vineyard organizations have come together to campaign for improved voter turnout. The effort is underway in advance of the November national elections, and postcards will be sent to areas that have had low voter turnout. Read more here.
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Edgartown bylaw limits size of future housesA bylaw that took effect at Edgartown's annual town meeting limits residential lots to 10,000 square feet of floor area, with exceptions for lots with environmentally conscious uses. Town officials say that residential lots with a high volume of construction have been increasing, and that they are highly resource-consumptive. Read more here.
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MEETINGS
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission meets at 6:30 pm on Thursday. 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
"We’re at a critical juncture."
—Geoff Rose, owner of a cannabis store in Vineyard Haven, on the lawsuit to allow marijuana shipments by boatHot Topic Comment"...Island residents deserve better for what they pay. Don’t chase away knowledgeable talented medical workers."
—Brenda Leonard, on the effort by MV Hospital ambulatory nurses to join a unionHot Topic Letter"We are so fortunate to work with the great teams of professionals who perform outstanding service in providing care to our neighbors and friends during emergencies."
—Karen Casper, director of the Emergency Medical Department, and Ryn Gluckman, nurse director of Emergency Department, on National EMS Week
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Today: How about a little Restorative Reset? Sounds good for a Wednesday. I’m not sure I was ever set to begin with. I could use a new way to relax though. Edgartown library. 5:30 pm. –Connie Berry
"To Fall in Love" is onstage at the M.V. Playhouse. A play with "peaks and valleys" for us to enjoy. Remember when Covid robbed us of
live theater? That was awful. 7 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: Why not check out this enchanting trail made by Island artists: Magical Sculpture Trail. You’ll find fairies in these woods where trees really do have eyes. But these are good trees. Visit from 9 am to 6 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
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New to you"NEW: Surefit linen SLIPCOVER fits 74";-96" Sofa, beige print-$30; PANEL CURTAINS orange/rust color w/tie-ups 63";long-$5-each. OB cottage VINTAGE BEDSPREAD, small print-$5 csepp@comcast.net pictures/detailed description."Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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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 Tuesday through Sunday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Coop de Ville Open for the season and celebrating our 40th year! Get excited! Largest beer selection in Oak Bluffs and best wings on the rock. See you soon! 12 Circuit Ave Ext. Oak Bluffs, on the harbor. coopdevilleshuckshack.com
508/693/3420
The Dunes at the Winnetu Oceanside Resort Opening for the season on May 17. Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking South Beach. Free and easy parking. Large parties welcomed. Water taxi starting June 22 from downtown
Edgartown. RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AT 508/627/3663
Farm Neck Cafe Join us! Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace overlooking our exquisite gardens and award winning golf course. Serving lunch daily from 11 am to 3 pm. Pub menu daily from 3 pm to 6 pm. Ample parking available. Breakfast & dinner coming soon! farmneck.net/cafe
508/693/3560
Click here for more details and specials
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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Who is this athlete? 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.
Tuesday's contest
answer:
Olga Bryant
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Ferry TalesCirca 1925, Captain James H. Yates had a rowboat ferry to Chappaquiddick emblazoned with his name. Before and after, whether by sail, paddle, steam, or diesel, getting here has always been, and still is, an adventure. The story is in full steam at MV Museum and runs through April 20, 2025. Read more here.
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We sent you The Minute because you gave us your email
address at an Islanders Write or Islanders Read the Classics event (or at the Ag Fair), or you responded to an ad for The Minute and signed up on our website. The Minute will arrive Monday through Friday by the end of the workday, and features the day's news, important meetings and events, and even what to make for supper, along with some newsletter-only coupons and insider tips. We may produce special weekend editions and occasionally send you special offers from select advertisers. Got this forwarded from a friend? Sign up for yourself here. See past newsletters here.
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