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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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You may have seen Trump’s controversial appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists’ conference. The Times is sponsoring a discussion on-Island tomorrow hosted by that same NABJ (Trump not invited). If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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Relief and gratitude
It’s been a swirling few days for Elizabeth Whelan, an Edgartown artist whose brother was held captive in Russia for nearly six years. She stood shoulder to shoulder with President Biden during a press conference before embracing her brother for the first time. Now, she’s excited about focusing on her artwork. Read more here.
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Islanders organize, state officials criticize
Several local agencies have come together to help the two dozen unhoused individuals cleared from the State Forest early last week. The Times also heard from state officials about their thoughts on the actions of the state Department of Conservation and Recreation, which manages
the forest and ordered the clearing, as more information has been gathered by local agencies on who was impacted. Read more here.
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Paris to Major Tom
The Vineyard has its very own Olympian, Major Tom, an 11-year old horse owned by the Clarke family. Major Tom and Rodrigo Pessoa, the equestrian who rode the horse, recently participated at the 2024 Paris Olympics and ranked 17th out of 74 teams. Click here to read more about Pessoa and Major Tom’s preparation for the competition.
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MEETINGS
The Chilmark select board meets today at 6 pm. Here is the agenda .
The West Tisbury select board meets tomorrow at 4:30 pm. 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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Today: The Vineyard Haven library is celebrating the 50th
anniversary of "Jaws" with a presentation by Wendy Benchley, ocean conservationist and wife of the book’s late author, Peter Benchley. She will share details about the filming of the movie and discuss her work to protect our oceans and sharks. Katharine Cornell Theater. 6 pm.
Stop by the Winnetu Oceanside Resort in Katama for MVYRadio's Summer Concert Series. The lineup for this free event can be viewed here. 6 pm.
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Tomorrow: Explore the interior of Oak Bluffs’ unique Gingerbread Houses on the only day of the year that these cottages are open to the public. 10 am to 3 pm. Tickets are $35 and include admission to the cottage museum and refreshments at the
Tabernacle.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
Libraries! Check out free programs for all ages at the Island's six public libraries here.
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Newly built custom post and beam home with bright open concept living, dining and kitchen. Bright and light filled home with high ceilings, wood floors, and soothing neutral tones make this the perfect place to gather with family and friends for a fun and relaxing vacation. Enjoy a peak of the water from the first floor or head upstairs to the observation deck for a better view. Each of the five large bedrooms has its own flat screen television. High speed WiFi throughout. Gorgeous outdoor shower. This property has it all. Only one mile to the Aquinnah Cliffs with gift shops and delicious takeout food. One and a half miles to Moshup beach.
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Best Seat in the House"(RARE) Danbury Mint sculpture ‘opening day at Fenway Park’ sculpture replica, 2000, serial# A5785, excellent condition w/certificate MLB MIB. $75. Carol 609-220-9104."
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 Enjoy 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 Cafe Gather 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
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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For quintessential Island fare, try a seafood pasta dish using the recipe for Shrimp Vittorio,
shared by Jack O'Malley. With sundried tomatoes, minced garlic, fresh basil, and other tasty ingredients, the flavors are as deep as the sea.
If you'd like to make a dessert using local fruit, sign up for Beach Plum Jam with Chef Melissa McCullough, which will be held at the Trustees' Farm Institute on Tuesday,
August 27. Be sure to register early since their cooking classes can fill up fast.
Does your family have a recipe to share with the community? Send it to us, along with a photo of the dish and a brief backstory if you have one, to recipes@mvtimes.com.
Click here to browse more recipes from the Island community.
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Whose chowder is this? 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.
Monday's contest answer:
Jonas Budris
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Classical concert at the Edgartown Library
Island pianist Silas Berlin will be playing an afternoon piano concert at the Edgartown library on Saturday, August 10, from 3 to 4 pm. Berlin began playing when he was just six years old, and when he was 13, he developed a passion for jazz. He graduated from Cornish College of the Arts in 2021 and he continues to live in Seattle today. Although he may be across the country, he continues to feel supported and encouraged by the Island community. Read more about Berlin and Saturday's concert 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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