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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 1789, the U.S. House of Representatives elected its first speaker, which has become one of the hardest jobs to keep on the political scene. Reminds us of the upcoming elections here on the Island. We’ve got a bunch coming. Do you know who is running?
We’ll be bringing you updates in The Minute. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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No appeal for Nantucket
The short-term rental case impacting the Vineyard’s sister Island won’t be getting appealed in court. A land court ruling denied short-term rentals being used as a residential property’s primary use. The Nantucket select board deemed that the issue should go before voters in a town meeting. The case is ongoing and can have implications for Martha’s Vineyard. Read more here.
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Schools' audit due in June
The school district's equity audit will finish by June, says Marge Harris, a former Vineyard educator involved in its implementation. Harris says that the superintendent and other district officials will receive the final audit report, and will then discuss releasing the findings publicly. Harris says that the audit is on schedule thus far. Read more here.
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A decade on the board
Ewell Hopkins, a longtime member of the Oak Bluffs planning board, won’t be on the ballot this April during the town’s annual election. Hopkins says he isn’t seeking reelection. Instead, he wants to focus his efforts more on the environment. His vacancy comes as he and the planning board, on town meeting floor next week, push for zoning reform that he has long advocated for. Read that story here.
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MEETINGS
The Edgartown select board meets at 10 am on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
The Chilmark select board meets at 5 pm on Tuesday. Here is the agenda.
The Edgartown school committee meets at 5:30 pm on Tuesday. 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
"There’s no one in our department that wants to see us move this way. We have volunteers that are really invested, through morality and professional development [...] But if no one can afford to live in Edgartown that can volunteer, we have to look at it differently."
— Edgartown Fire Chief Alexander Schaeffer on the decrease of volunteer firefighters on IslandHot Topic Comment"The housing bank bill is unnecessary. It will create unsustainable development and contribute to overpopulation. Just say 'no' to the housing bank bill. Keep Our Island Green"
— Dan Larkosh on the completion of IGI employee housing
Hot Topic Letter"If you want your neighborhoods to remain familiar and comforting in spite of the many new and expanding businesses, there must be a distinction and protection between commercial and residential neighborhoods."
— Susan Jones, encouraging participation during the Tisbury Town Planning Board meeting concerning local
neighborhoods
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Today: Have less stress, be more calm, and find more creativity and joy with Introduction to the Three Principles, a free talk by Annika Hurwitt at the Healing Center in Vineyard Haven, 5 pm.
All are welcome to enjoy soulful country music by the local band Blue Yonder at the P.A. Club in Oak Bluffs, 6:30 to 8:30 pm. $5 at the door.
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Tomorrow: Join local artist Elizabeth Whelan via Zoom
for the 'Grab a Pencil' Breakfast Club through the Vineyard Haven library. It is a casual gathering at the golden hour to sketch or color together. There is no formal instruction, but you can see what Elizabeth is doing. If you'd like, you can stay in pajamas and leave off your video. 6:30 to 7:30 am.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Sweet dreams
"Babyletto Full-size Folding Crib. Converts to child bed. Reversible foam mattress. Pictures available; excellent condition. $50. Text 617-791-7100."
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 Saturday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Coop de Ville Opening for the season on April 19th 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
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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Gather around for a culinary song of ice and fire with Recipes for a Game of Thrones Feast, including mulled wine, chicken littlefingers, oysters, beef bourguignon stew, roasted chicken,
direwolf bread, and lemon cakes.
Do you have a recipe for a main meal, side dish, snack, dessert, or beverage? We would love to share it with the community. Email it to recipes@mvtimes.com, and include a photo of your final creation and a brief backstory if you have one.
Click here to browse more recipes from the Island community.
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Do you know this Vineyard veteran and author? 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.
Friday's contest answer:
Randy Cook
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The origins of ‘New Lane’
Cythia Riggs writes about the origins of West Tisbury’s New Lane. The road, she says, exists because of a clothesline. What started as a not-so-busy road to Tiah’s Cove started to gain some popularity because of a local eccentric, her chickens, their tombstones, and her poetry. You can read more about it here.
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