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Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Passing the buckNo matter what you call it — American Legion Memorial Bridge, Big Bridge, or ‘Jaws’ Bridge — the span is the responsibility of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. But when it comes to jumping off the bridge, MassDOT has
washed its hands of any culpability with its signs. In a letter to the towns highlighted at Wednesday’s Dukes County Commission meeting, the state said it’s up to Island communities to enforce it. Reporter Abigail Rosen has the story and you can read the letter here.
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Closing time On Thursday, the state Ethics Commission heard closing arguments in the case of Gary Haley, the Aquinnah select board member accused of taking a town contract and overpaying himself for the job. Haley’s attorney argued that there was no contract and that the case against his client was not proven, while the ethics commission attorney called Haley’s defense "excuses." The case was taken under advisement by the commission. Reporter Eunki Seonwoo has this update.
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Pointed discussionThe Martha’s Vineyard Commission discussed several projects on Thursday, including the Meshacket Commons affordable housing project in Edgartown and
Stillpoint in West Tisbury. While commissioners fully understood the Meshacket proposal, there were lots of questions about what exactly is planned at Stillpoint. Reporter Abigail Rosen has this story. Meanwhile, in West Tisbury, the zoning board vowed more discussion about a couple of wedding venues. Reporter Eunki Seonwoo has this update.
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MEETINGS The Edgartown select board meets at 4 pm Monday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
The MVRHS school committee meets at 6 pm Monday. Remote access. Here is the agenda.
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Today: While the International Film Festival is going on at the Film Center, be sure to check out the gorgeous and colorful artwork of Alejandro Carreño, originally from Havana. The Film Center opens at 4 pm for screenings. –Connie Berry
Try a Moonrise Kayak Tour of Sengekontacket Pond tonight with Felix Neck. I’m loving the cooler weather, checking out the condition of my sweaters and trying to find mates for all my socks. Kayaking by the light of the moon sounds wonderful. 5:30 pm. –C.B.
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This weekend: This is it — your last chance of the year to get to the Chilmark Flea Market 9 am to 2 pm on Saturday. Kites will be flying all day at Ocean Park for the M.V. Wind Festival. There are tons of prizes too. Starts at 10:30 am. Not to bum your (kite) high, as they used to say, but Talking Ticks with the Experts is going on at the
Edgartown library. 10:30 am. The Irving Petlin Pastels Open Studio has been extended, so you have a second chance to view the work in Chilmark. 11 am to 4 pm. The Red House sober living community offers Addiction in the Family alternating Saturdays. 1 pm. It’s also Fossil Day at Union Chapel on Saturday. Check out the fossils on display there or bring something for the experts to ID. Free for the whole family. 2 to 6 pm. The Aquinnah library hosts
Henna on the Deck with Bridgette of Maple Mehndi. Do register first, because that deck is not so big. 3 pm. "Burning Patience" is playing at the M.V. Playhouse all weekend. Shows start at 7:30 pm. –C.B.
On Sunday, there is a Seaweed Art Workshop for
Kids at the old Gayhead Inn near the Lighthouse. Kids and seaweed, that’s got to be fun. 10 am. A great way to recognize equality is to take part in the Black Lives Matter Vigil at the Chilmark library, honoring Black and Indigenous people harmed by injustice. 10:30 am. The International Film Festival continues at the M.V. Film Center from 4 to 10 pm. The Outskirts play at the Ocean Park gazebo/bandstand in Oak Bluffs. Terrific music with Jessie Leaman, Delanie Pickering, Jodies Treloar Samson, Jim Orr, and Chris Seidel. 5:30 pm. Appears to be a solidly great weekend, so get out there and have a ball. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
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Fore! "Used Pro V golf balls. Pristine condition. A buck a ball. (That’s $1 a ball.) Minimum, 20; maximum, 50. The Golf Ball Guy, 774-563-9328."Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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Dining out?
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 Dunes Welcome to The Dunes, Martha’s Vineyard’s Only Restaurant at South Beach! Enjoy casual, relaxed dining, refreshing sea breezes, and a fabulous ocean view. Visit us via our spectacular water taxi cruise from Edgartown. Serving breakfast and dinner through October 22. Lunch served at the Poolside Grill. thedunesmv.com / 508-627-3663
Farm Neck Come check out Farm Neck's newly renovated Cafe, patio and bar!Enjoy indoor or outdoor seating with open air views of our championship golf course and ample TVs in the bar area.
The Café will be open for lunch from 11 am to 5 pm daily and open for dinner Wednesday through Friday from 5 pm to 8 pm. Call 508/693/3560 for reservations or visit farmneck.net
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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With the seasonal bounty of fresh tomatoes, a variety of tasty condiments can be made from scratch. Start by checking the recipe for Homemade Ketchup from
Robin Forte. It can be easily customized to suit your taste. While it's simmering in a saucepan, you can find more tips for tomatoes in Jarred Sunshine.
Click here for more Fast Suppers
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Do you know this man? Submit your best guess to newsletters@mvtimes.com within 24 hours and check the next Minute for the correct answer. That’s right, you asked and we listened. You won’t have to wait until the end of the month to find the answers. We’ll throw all winning guesses into a pot at the end of the month and someone will win their choice of a $100 Lift certificate to an Island business or $100 to go toward an Island charity of their choice. For previous Do You Knows, see our archive.
Thursday’s contest answer: Roberta Kirn
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Powerful portraits Artist Elizabeth Whelan and designer Stina Sayre’s recent art and clothing unveiling proved to be far more than just an exhibition of Island talent. The opening of "Inspiration" at Stina Sayre Design featured clothing by Sayre, along with portraits of inspiring Vineyard women by Whelan. The subjects of each portrait were present at the event, and will be receiving their pieces after Whelan does some touching up. Read writer Abby Remer’s story on the unique experience here.
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