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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Our nation’s second independence day, Juneteenth, is celebrated today, marking the end of slavery. The holiday has long been celebrated in the African American community and was recently recognized nationally. And there is plenty to
celebrate on the Vineyard, including a special flag-raising ceremony held today. 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. The MV Film Society presents a long weekend of feature films and musical performances that celebrate the convergence of music, culture, and film.
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Raising freedom
A ceremonial flag raising outside the Tabernacle today brought both visitors and Islanders together for this year’s Juneteenth holiday. At least 50 people, including several speakers, gathered for the ceremony. After remarks, the flag was raised by members of the Martha’s Vineyard Campground Meeting Association’s Social Justice,
Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. Check our calendar for a list of events to celebrate the holiday this weekend. And read our story here.
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A new home for Shenandoah?
A new nonprofit unveiled ambitious plans just last week for the redevelopment of several significant waterfront properties in downtown Vineyard Haven, and already an Island maritime institution has voiced interest in the project. The Times also reached out to Islanders and visitors to gauge public reaction to the large-scale reimagination of the Vineyard Haven waterfront. Read more here.
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Buchwald Award surprises Vineyard educator
Bob Tankard moved to the Vineyard in his teen years in the 1960s, and since has led a busy career in public service. He has served as the high school football coach and West Tisbury School principal, and is now veteran outreach coordinator at Martha's Vineyard Community Services. He is also the latest to receive Community Services' Art Buchwald Award. Tankard says he was totally surprised by the
announcement, and he looked back on his work for the Island community. Read more here.
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MEETINGS
The Edgartown Wastewater Commission meets Thursday at 5 pm. Here is the agenda.
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission meets Thursday at 6:30 pm. Here is the agenda.
The Steamship Authority board meets at 9:30 am on Thursday. 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
"School is about a community, and it’s about people coming together [...] It’s really not about the building. It’s about the people."
—Teacher Emily Levett reflecting on Martha’s Vineyard public school’s last dayHot Topic Comment"Without question, one of the most outstanding mentors on the Island."
—Jane Rossi on Island educator and community member Bob Tankard’s Community Services award winHot Topic Letter"If MassDOT has concluded that public safety features are needed in these locations, we ask that the infrastructure reflect the rural quality of the sites in particular, and the Vineyard in general. The infrastructure installed by
MassDOT a few years back in West Tisbury at the intersection of the Panhandle, Scotchman’s Bridge, and State Roads is perfectly suited to an urban and suburban setting, but is and continues to be jarring in West Tisbury."
—James Lengyel, executive director of the M.V. Land Bank Commission, writes to us about road infrastructure and possible plans by the state
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Today: The Martha's Vineyard branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) hosts a Fundraiser Concert with Demola the Violinist at M.V. Museum. If you’ve never checked Demola out, you should. His style is truly unique and pretty darn amazing. There’s a link for tickets. 5 pm. –Connie Berry
Get an inside view at this Exhibition On Screen: My National Gallery, London at the M.V. Film Center. You’ll meet people whose lives have been touched by the gallery — from security guards to the director and lots of well-known visitors. 7:30 pm. –C.B.
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Tomorrow: This one is going to be incredible: Circuit Arts at the Grange Hall gives us Dawn Porter’s "Luther: Never Too Much," a film about Luther Vandross. I recently watched her documentary
"The Lady Bird Diaries" and was mesmerized. Young musician Samuel Hines will perform before the film. 7:30 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
Seasonal Events!
Check out activities for the summer in the latest issue of Vineyard Visitor.
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Cooking with fire"FREE Weber Genesis gas grill with cover. Good condition, one broken burner (fixable). FREE red retro mini-fridge with freezer. Good condition. Text 510-225-8869."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 starting June 22 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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Who is awaiting rescue in cold water? 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:
Peggy Schwier
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The maritime route to freedomThe new exhibition "Sailing to Freedom" at MV Museum reveals ocean-going ways out of slavery. The documented history of escapes by sea, particularly from the deep South, is rich and clear, but is less well-known. The stories of the maritime Underground Railroad shared by MVM broadens our understanding of the daring sea escapes, the people, and Vineyard connections instrumental in slaves' quest for liberation by sea. Get more information here.
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