Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
Guess what: downpours flooded Beach Road and Five Corners again in Vineyard Haven today. Multiple cars have stalled trying to wade through. Is it still news?If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
Watch as Michele Norris and Michele Vivian-Jemison discuss the importance of HOME. You can help solve our island's year-round housing crisis by clicking here and donating now.
A flotilla protest About 15 to 20 boats converged on the Vineyard Wind offshore construction site on Sunday in a show of protest
against the development of the project and industry. The flotilla follows a recent blade failure. We had a reporter aboard one boat. Here’s what some of them were saying.
Pressley endorses Faria Not long after a forum with state representative candidates Arielle Faria and Thomas Moakley, a big name endorsement dropped for the Island-based candidate. Ayanna Pressley, one of several Congress members part of the progressive "Squad," has given her endorsement for Faria. Read more here.
New barge service approved A new freight service has been approved for Vineyard
ports. 41 North Offshore came to the Steamship Authority months ago asking to modify their license so they can deliver freight services between New Bedford and Martha’s Vineyard. Although there was some pushback, some conditions have been placed to appease concerns of Tisbury and Oak Bluffs representatives. Read more here.
MEETINGS Oak Bluffs select board meets Tuesday at 4:30 pm. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day "Brian’s educational qualifications, combined with his extensive social service and leadership experience here in our Vineyard community, really made him stand out from our pool of applicants." — President of the board for Harbor Homes, Jennifer Frank, on the hiring of Brian Morris
Hot Topic Comment "Congratulations Bryan. Great to see another Vineyarder playing baseball at the college level. Keep swinging for the fences." — Tom Wood on a Chilmark baseball player landing an opportunity to play Division 1
Hot Topic Letter "So I am very grateful for the actions and efforts of all the Tisbury first
responders, and I am equally sorry for taking them away from possibly serious matters. Our Island is at critical mass right now, and the folks we trust with our safety are all on the job." — Gordon Healy on his praise of Island first responders
Today:Enjoy the last Musical Monday of the summer at Featherstone with Jon Zeeman and Joanne Cassidy performing. That’s the way to go out with a bang. 6 pm. –Connie Berry
I love a good documentary. This time around it’s "Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes" playing at the Film Center. The director Nanette Burstein will take part in a Q&A afterwards. 7:30 pm. –C.B.
Tomorrow: Grab your cowboy hat and some comfy shoes for this one: The Tisbury
Senior Center hosts Line Dancing with Catie. A little boot scootin’ never hurt anybody. 9:30 am. –C.B
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
Family Events! Check out activities for kids and their families here.
Swinging in the rain "LAMPE porch swing 2-person, solid-wood, teak finish (24 x 48 1/4 x 24 1/4) porch swing, iron chain. Excellent Condition; $85 carol 609-220-9104."
Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
Dining out?
The BarnOpen daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
Coop de VilleOpen 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
Oceanside ResortEnjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking South Beach. Free and easy parking. Large parties welcomed. Water taxi available from downtown Edgartown. RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AT 508/627/3663
Farm Neck CafeGather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace overlooking our gardens and awardwinning golf course. Serving lunch 11am to 3pm, pub fare 3pm to 5pm, and dinner Thursday through Sunday 5pm to 9pm. located off County Road, Oak Bluffs 508/693/3560
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Staying in?
Here's a celebration of late summer all in one dish: Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes, Corn, and Basil, a recipe by Maura Martin and Austin Racine for Island Grown Initiative. You can pick up
vegetables and herbs at Farmers Markets around the Island.
To learn more about local food, join Chef Jenny Devivo for a Farm-to-Table Cooking Experience at the Trustees' Farm Institute. It includes touring the Friendship Garden, harvesting vegetables, and preparing a shared dinner. The next one is on Wednesday, August 28, at 5:30 pm, but there are also dates in September.
If you have a seasonal recipe to share with the community, send it to us at recipes@mvtimes.com along with a photo of the dish and a brief backstory if you have one.
Do you know this Island actor? 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.
The inscrutable is usually the answer to that question. Unless you have an x-ray machine. Even then, a plastic shard, or a pill or a rubber band can be as hard to read as a feline face. Read here how it all comes out.
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