Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
Grand Illumination Night is one of the Vineyard’s longest-standing summer customs for residents and visitors. Held tonight, the event gets its magic from its Tabernacle music and communal festivities. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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.
A chief for O.B. Oak Bluffs fire chief Nelson Wirtz announced that he will retire in December. He’s credited with uniting a department that was experiencing some
turmoil. Read more about his career here. With his impending retirement, the town is also considering regionalizing the chief position. Read that here.
Save the Mariposa Museum The Mariposa Museum in Oak Bluffs has showcased African-American and African diaspora artists since opening in 2019. But it hasn’t been easy financially. And after a "Save the Mariposa" event was canceled, the museum’s board plans to take stock after this season and decide whether to reopen next year. Read more here.
Let the fun begin Tonight will kick off a string of traditional August festivities on the Island, with Illumination Night lighting the campground in colorful lanterns for this evening. Tomorrow marks the opening of the Ag Fair, bringing people from all corners of the Island together for classic fair fun. Read more here.
MEETINGS The Chilmark Housing Committee will meet at 9 am on Thursday. Here is the agenda.
The Aquinnah Zoning Board will meet at 10:30 am on Thursday. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day "It would be unfortunate for the dock dance, which has been around far longer than we have, to lose its place on the Island," —Atlas Zack, lead singer for Dock Street Fight Club, on frustration with Dock Dance resolution
Hot Topic Comment "The response of the Federal Government to Vineyard Wind is to keep on building and drilling! Does anyone see this as a major problem?" —Susan Lemoie-Zarba on Vineyard Wind resuming construction and investigation
Hot Topic Letter "Building a permanent shelter will make it easier to serve Islanders in need, including counseling and help in finding housing," —Mary-Jean Miner on support for Harbor Homes
Today:Illumination: Enjoy a patriotic
community sing at the Tabernacle at 7:30 pm before walking around Oak Bluffs at 8:30 pm to see how 300-plus houses decorate and celebrate Illumination Night. Live music by the Vineyard Haven Band will follow.
The Hollow Parties: Lifelong Chilmark seasonal resident Daniel Schlozman will speak about his latest book at the Chilmark library. The book offers a major history from the country’s founding to our present. 4:30 to
5:30 pm.
Tomorrow: Alpaca Walk: learn the basics of handling alpaca safely, where they come from, and why they are important at Island Alpaca. Pre-registration is strongly suggested, weather permitting. Two events: 10:30 am and 2:30 pm. Age and price information.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
Seasonal
Events! Check out activities for August and September in the latest issue of Vineyard Visitor magazine.
Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
Dining out?
The BarnOpen daily for lunch, dinner & bowling. Text Barnmv to 508/696/9800 to receive deals & specials.
The Sweet LifeOpen 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 VilleOpen 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 ResortEnjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking South Beach. Free and easy parking. Large parties welcomed. Water taxi available now from downtown Edgartown. RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED AT 508/627/3663
Farm Neck CafeGather 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
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Staying in?
For a tasty addition to rice or pasta, try the recipe for Lemon & Garlic Butter Chicken, shared by Nicole Jackson. If you
use a slow cooker, the tantalizing aroma will fill your house.
Discover lots of fresh produce and homemade goods at Farmers Markets around the Island. Most of them will be open for many more weeks.
If your family has a recipe to share with the community, send it to us at recipes@mvtimes.com. Include a photo of the dish and a brief backstory if you have
one.
Who owned Hellie's Closet in Vineyard Haven? 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.
Ag Fair Begins! Starting tomorrow at 10 am, this annual summer tradition begins with events and activities, including games, rides, livestock shows, live music, contests, and much more! Get the latest details and a program schedule.
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