Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
It’s Monday in February, which seems appropriate for Hug Day, a real thing held on the sixth day of Valentine’s Week. Hugs allegedly help to lower stress and blood pressure — all good things. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Storm’s a-brewing If you needed a reminder that winter does in fact have snowy storms, tomorrow is your day. The National Weather Service is forecasting snow and heavy winds for Tuesday’s nor’easter. The storm may impact ferry travel and could cause power disruptions as well. Read more here.
Aquinnah's got talent Organizers are looking to complete the roster for an all-ages variety show in Aquinnah. Organizer Laura Jordan-Decker wants to shine a spotlight on the town's wintertime talent, though people from across the Vineyard may perform. The show is planned for the second week of April at Aquinnah town hall. Read more here.
Oak Bluffs granted $4.3 million Oak Bluffs received a $4.3 million grant to offset a portion of its $26 million wastewater treatment facility upgrade. The goal is to reduce the amount of nitrogen being discharged into Lagoon Pond and it’s part of a 20-year plan. Read more here.
MEETINGS
The Oak Bluffs Select Board meets at 4:30 pm on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
The Aquinnah Select Board meets at 5 pm on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
The West Tisbury Conservation Commission meets at 5 pm on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day "It’s imperative to my business to succeed. If these rules don’t pass, I will not be able to support the oysters I have in my farm currently with the way the regulations are laid out." — Noah Mayrand, owner of Tisbury Oyster Company, on new aquaculture
regulations that the town of Tisbury passed
Hot Topic Comment "Thank you to Judy Mayhew for her many years of outstanding service to the Town and community. We are lucky to have people like Judy who have served us with integrity and compassion." — Genc Brinja comments on our story about looking for a Republican in Chilmark
Hot Topic Letter "It’s opening the floodgates to allow some of the most disruptive and volatile land uses into well-established residential and conservation/agricultural areas." — A number of Oak Bluffs residents write their concerns about proposing zoning changes going to town meeting in April
Today:The Community Chess Club meets at the MVRHS cafeteria. This is a popular game that has never caught on at my house, maybe because we’re too busy arguing over the clicker and who ate all the ice cream. 4:30 to 6:30 pm. –Connie Berry
Jeanine Fitzgerald leads a Parent-to-Parent support group for parents of kids ages 0 to 13 with special needs at the M.V. Family Center. Lord knows I could’ve used this more than once. Instead, I just winged it. Pre-registration is required, so get in touch now. –C.B.
Tomorrow:Featherstone offers Open Studio Life Drawing sessions over the next few weeks. This would be my only hope of actually seeing a nude body for the foreseeable future, but alas it’s for experienced artists. Register now for tomorrow’s session. 1:30 to 4 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Dining out?
The BarnOpen 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
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Aging is a full-time job In her column, Writing from the Heart, Nancy Slonim Aronie writes that three days ago, "out of absolutely nowhere," both her hips started hurting. And her upper arms are bags of "hanging flesh." But while it may take a lot of effort to age gracefully, Aronie writes that there are some benefits. Like being your own boss. Read the column here.
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