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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 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers to reach the world's highest peak at Mount Everest. Among other firsts on this day, Wisconsin became the thirtieth state in 1848 and Discovery became the first space shuttle to dock with the International Space Station in 1999. On a more personal note, what were
some of your first memories of Martha’s Vineyard? If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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At home you are surrounded by life’s distractions, inclined to pick up the phone or do the dishes. Escape reality for a few hours with a screening at The Film Center.
Enjoy cinema snacks and relax in one of our reclining chairs in front of the big screen. Simply sit and immerse yourself. You’ve earned it.
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Website delaysThe Steamship Authority announced its long-delayed new website won’t launch before September. Despite a ballooning budget, the ferry service’s new website has been under development for 2 ½ years. Islanders say they are frustrated by the current website, and mystified as to why it’s taking so long to replace it. Read more here.
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Tisbury limits business vehicles near homes
Tisbury voters changed the zoning bylaw to limit how many business vehicles tradespeople can park at their homes within residential districts. A Tisbury tradesperson running a business out of their home can now park up to two business vehicles and one trailer. This limit was set by voters at town meeting, with many voters looking forward to the bylaw reducing noise pollution. However, the select board members felt the bylaw proposal was ill-prepared and some residents worry that businesses have difficulty finding
affordable lots. Read about town meeting here.
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Herring runs trickle inA few decades ago, Martha’s Vineyard used to boast vibrant herring runs, but much like other facets of the Island, things have changed. Creeks no longer run silver, "herring snot" doesn’t coat the water’s surface, and many of the fish don’t return to their natal ponds to spawn. Local stewards of the Island’s few herring runs blame overfishing by offshore trawlers that net river herring as "bycatch." This spring, they’ve collected genetic samples to prove just that. Read more here.
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MEETINGS
No meetings this Thursday.
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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
"We removed 16,000 pounds last year but could not quite get it all. This year is just cleaning up the last major piles of lobster traps, which were much smaller than what we tackled in 2023."
—Laura Ludwig, director of the Marine Debris & Plastics Program at the Center for Coastal Studies, on this year’s Cuttyhunk beach cleanupHot Topic Comment"This is really
awful news. Plastics have taken over our lives and our bodies. It’s even been detected in breast milk. Giving residents bottled water which themselves have microplastics in them may not be a helpful temporary solution."
—Laurie David on closed West Tisbury landfill found as a source of PFASHot Topic Letter"I know my old Islander point of view is outnumbered by so many who don’t remember what came before. I respect your point of view. I ask you to respect mine, and the history of the place you have bought a home."
—Jessica Burnham in response to opposition to a proposed path in Edgartown
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Today: Head to the P.A. Club tonight for live music with Rosie and Friends, and be sure to grab a bite at Mo’s. That’s a win-win in my book. 5 pm. –Connie BerryAll are welcome to Tisbury’s Candidate Forum at the senior center. It’s an in-person candidate forum in both contested and uncontested races. You can also watch it on MVTV until election day. 7 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: Bring the little ones to Family Yoga at the West Tisbury library, ages 0 to 5. Wonder if this would’ve chilled out my oldest who had a strong aversion to napping. I can’t repeat what my mantra was back then. 11 am. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
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Rock on"Bose Surround sound 5 mini speakers plus woofer and Samsung DVD player sound system. Call 508-627-0449 in Katama for appointment, $100."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 Sunday at 5 pm, with live music on Thursdays.
@sweet_life_mv 508/696/0200 sweetlifemv.com
Coop de Ville Open 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
The Dunes at the Winnetu Oceanside Resort Opening for the season on May 17. Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking South Beach. Free and easy parking. Large parties welcomed. Water taxi starting June 22 from downtown
Edgartown. RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AT 508/627/3663
Farm Neck Cafe Join us! Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar, or dine on the terrace overlooking our exquisite gardens and award winning golf course. Serving lunch daily from 11 am to 3 pm. Pub menu daily from 3 pm to 6 pm. Ample parking available. Breakfast & dinner coming soon! farmneck.net/cafe
508/693/3560
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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Don your best pitmaster garb and grill up Chipotle BBQ Pork Ribs, a recipe by Chef Caleb Lara. It includes ingredients for homemade barbecue sauce and a spice rub, which
can also be used for veggie or beef burgers, chicken, and other grilled favorites.
If 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 violinist?
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.
Tuesday's contest answer:
Ernie Chaves
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Great Tastes: Wine and Food Festival
The M.V. Food and Wine Festival starts June 6th and runs through the 9th. This year's event not only pairs food with wine, but international, Michelin star, Island, and James Beard chefs with classes, six-course meals, and tastings. West African, Peruvian, Caribbean, and the Island's Wampanoag-owned micro-bakery and more will be featured. Happenings are at multiple locations, with signature events at the Harbor View and Winnetu. Read more here.
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We sent you The Minute because you gave us your email
address at an Islanders Write or Islanders Read the Classics event (or at the Ag Fair), or you responded to an ad for The Minute and signed up on our website. The Minute will arrive Monday through Friday by the end of the workday, and features the day's news, important meetings and events, and even what to make for supper, along with some newsletter-only coupons and insider tips. We may produce special weekend editions and occasionally send you special offers from select advertisers. Got this forwarded from a friend? Sign up for yourself here. See past newsletters here.
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