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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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There were reports on social media of Islanders feeling some shakes from a 4.7-magnitude quake reported in New Jersey. Island first responders confirmed there were no
reports of damage here. But with a nor’easter yesterday, an earthquake today, and a solar eclipse on Monday, we wonder what else is coming. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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‘Tis the season
Town meeting in Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and West Tisbury will be held on Tuesday next week. There are some game changers on the warrant: substantial zoning in Oak Bluffs that would provide more space for businesses; a "party bylaw" in Edgartown; and West Tisbury looks to enact a more environmentally friendly building code. Get the details here.
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Support the youthThere are two plays to check out this weekend. The Charter School is putting on a production that is a parody of the Harry Potter series. We get the lowdown from students of the production here. And then at the Tisbury School, it’s the instant Disney classic, "Moana." Read details for that production here.
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You’re hired!Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School hosted its annual job fair this week. About 60 local businesses and organizations, including local police departments, were on hand. And students — some off to college next year — were on the prowl. Read that story here.
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MEETINGS
No meetings on Monday. Have a great weekend!
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Quote of the Day
"It’s a huge loss to us, but it’s also very unsettling."
— Elaine Weintraub, co-founder of the African-American Heritage Trail, on the report of a missing
plaque along the trailHot Topic Comment"Sad, very Sad. No … Despicable. What is happening to our Island?"
— Peter C. Fyler on the report of a stolen plaque on the Heritage TrailHot Topic Letter"For all intents and purposes, Oak Bluffs has made it impossible for professional service providers to open a business practice outside of our downtown. Furthermore, commercial businesses have no option to stage their operations anywhere in the Town of Oak Bluffs."
— Planning board chair Ewell Hopkins makes the case for zoning changes at town meeting on Tuesday
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Today: The Martha's Vineyard Figure Skating Club presents their 35th annual show at the YMCA Ice Arena: "Cheers to 35 Years." Artistry, athleticism, dance, and theater come together as local skaters amazingly perform on thin blades across slippery ice. Tonight from 6 to 8 pm, and another showing on Saturday from 1 to 3 pm.
The Island Community Chorus' Spring Concert features Antonio Vivaldi's "Gloria" and the premiere performance of "Soon it is Day," a cantata composed by director Bill Peek that is based on poetry by Edna St. Vincent Millay and James Agee. Old Whaling Church, 7:30 to 9 pm tonight, and on Saturday from 3 to 4:30 pm.
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 Tomorrow: On Saturday, join Constance Messmer for a workshop and guided meditation for Exploring Chakras, Auras, and Energy Awareness at Haven MV in Vineyard Haven, 9 am to 12 pm. Enjoy free movies at the Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs this month. First up is "Trolls Band Together," 12 pm and 6 pm. Kids can go to the Oak Bluffs library for a Solar Eclipse Story and Craft, and pick up viewing glasses, 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Catch a performance by local dancers, writers, actors, and musicians in "DiVision / ReVision," PathwaysArts in Chilmark, 7 to 8 pm, followed by a Community Dance Party, 8 to 11 pm.
On Sunday, gather in person at a peaceful West Tisbury location or on Zoom for Meditation with Bodhi Path, 10 am. If you were inspired by the Skating Club's ice show, try some moves at the Public Figure Skating Session, YMCA Ice Arena, 12:15 to 1:15 pm. Take a springtime Guided Nature Walk with Land Bank staff at James Pond Preserve, 1 to 2 pm. Join others in the community for an Interfaith Climate Retreat at West Tisbury library, 2 to 5:30 pm. For live music or dance, head to the
Unitarian Universalist Church for a MV Ballroom Musical Sunday Afternoon, 4 to 5:30 pm.
Movies! Check out what's playing this weekend at Island
theaters here.
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Coming and
going
"Two vinyl white insulated garage doors. All hardware. 8 Tall 9 wide. Free. 508-693-0674."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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Who is this playing Tom Thumb?
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.
Thursday's contest answer:
William
Norton
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‘Dearest Jane’The Martha’s Vineyard Museum’s exhibit "Percy E. Cowen: My Own Dearest Jane" features artwork on loan from Cowen’s family, including his richly illustrated WWI correspondence, lovingly preserved for more than 100 years. Cowen met his wife on the Island, Jane Look. Read that story here.
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