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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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On this day in 1968, James Earl Ray, the suspect in the shooting of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was arrested. Today is also Best Friends Day and Topsy Turvy Day. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Catch Crooked Coast, Neighbor, Brett Dennen and Dalton & the Sheriffs LIVE at The Loft before they hit the Beach Road Weekend Stage!
July 3 - Neighbor
July 6, 12, 19 and Aug 9, 15 - Dalton & The Sheriffs
July 7 - Crooked Coast
July 21 - Brett Dennen
Become a Member NOW to get the BEST SEATS at the BEST PRICES for these awesome shows!
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Threat and no threat It’s been one of those days. Police arrested and charged a Vineyard Haven man with threatening to commit a crime — namely murder of a police officer. Brian Langhammer was arraigned and bail was set at $10,000 cash. Reporter Rich Saltzberg has that story. Meanwhile, police
investigated a shell casing that was found at Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School and ultimately found that there was no threat to the safety of students and faculty. Reporter Abigail Rosen has that story
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Unhealthy vibes The Town of Aquinnah is suddenly looking for a health board member and a health department assistant after two recent resignations. Sarah Saltonstall resigned citing the desire to have more free time, while Karen
Colombo has not said publicly why she resigned. Colombo had been under scrutiny two years ago about communication issues. Reporter Eunki Seonwoo has the story.
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Pasta and present We first brought you the story of Pastafarian and Vineyard Haven resident Don Keller five years ago when he initially got his license photo taken wearing a colander on his head. Well, with his license up for renewal, Keller did it again. He shares some of the times he’s had to show the license, including to Island police officers. Editor George Brennan got Keller to share his colander cap tales. Here’s the story.
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MEETINGS
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission meets at 7 pm Thursday. Remote access. 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 "I think Oak Bluffs may be the last town on the Island that allows beach fires and camp fires. All the other towns have said absolutely no, it’s forbidden. I’ve been to campgrounds up in Maine and we all had roaring fires in amongst the pines. We didn’t set the place on fire so it could be done … It’s a big part of camping to have a campfire and to smell wood smoke."–West Tisbury commissioner Peter Wells on a proposed campground on Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank property Hot Topic Comment Elizabeth O’Connor commented on the story about MVRHS school committee hiring a new attorney to appeal the turf field decision. "Given the issue with the consultant, it would seem it should be public information as to what conflict arose with the original lawyer, the Dover expert. Full transparency should be the rule – disclose everything." Hot Topic Letter Marge and Jamie Harris wrote to support Island teachers. "Yes, we can pay an attorney to fight an arrogant, costly, fight, but we can’t use that money for our teachers? Are we really concerned about the kids and the fields? Are we really concerned about our
teachers, and all that they do for our kids? Or is this issue really about power and money, and not safety?"
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Today: The M.V. Playhouse Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary with a party in the courtyard. Cake, ice cream, and prizes. Stop by and say hello and thank you for all the fantastic productions and programs we’ve enjoyed. I really should take up acting. 4 to 6 pm. –Connie Berry
If you accomplish nothing else today, do get yourself to the Chilmark library to hear Nancy Slonim Aronie talk about her new book, "Memoir as Medicine." You know her from her Times’ column and her unparalleled Chilmark Writing Workshops. Nancy’s writing makes me laugh and cry at the same time. 5 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: Featherstone hosts "Emerge!" — a wonderful exhibit that highlights the artistic talents of
Davin Tackabury, who died far too soon, and other gifted students at MVRHS and the Charter School. It’s a very meaningful exhibit. (That’s one of Davin’s photos.) Noon to 4 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
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Cool find "Vintage Westinghouse Refrigerator, 40 inches wide, 60 inches high, 26 inches deep. Don’t know if it runs, used for storage. Free. Taker needs to pick it up. 617-699-5477." Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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Dining out?
The Barn Open for lunch & dinner Tuesday through Saturday 11:30 am to 9:30 pm. Bowling available Tuesday through Saturday at 5 pm. 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 from May 19th – October 22nd, 2022. Lunch served at the Poolside Grill. thedunesmv.com / 508-627-3663
Farm Neck Join us for your next dining outing at our newly renovated bar and café. We have beautiful scenic views from our indoor, and outdoor patio – exquisite menu options including daily seasonal specials, and an abundance of free parking. Lunch daily from 11 am to 5 pm, Dinner Thursday to Sunday 5 pm to 9 pm. Reservations accepted through Open Table or by phone 508-693-3560 ext 1
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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Remember to share your favorite recipes with us by sending them to recipes@mvtimes.com, and look out for Edible Vineyard magazine, on newsstands around the Island.
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Do you know this woman? 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.
Tuesday’s contest answer: Kevin Keady
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In the spotlight The Navigator program, a special education program of Martha’s Vineyard Public Schools, provides all sorts of unique and enriching opportunities for students. One project showed the Navigators how to produce, direct, and star in their own music videos. From props and costumes to boom microphones and high-tech video cameras, the students learned the ins and outs of digital media production from the pros, from the start of the
process all the way through to the final result. Read reporter Lucas Thors’ story about the students and their music videos here.
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