Share
Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
Today is a special day for our maple syrup producing neighbors to the north, and no, it’s not Vermont. On this day in 1982, the Canada Act took into effect, making Canada an independent nation with its own constitution. Go Bruins, by the way. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
NOTE: This newsletter might be cut short by your email program. View it in full here.

Today's Minute is sponsored by: MV Film Society

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.

Cables come to the table
While offshore wind turbines are the main focus of the public discourse, there’s a more subtle part of the projects often overlooked: cables. While they’re been addressed before by public entities, there are still concerns raised regarding the offshore wind cables. Read more here.
Officials warn against warrant article
Chilmark officials are concerned that an upcoming warrant article has too many unknown factors. The much-anticipated article would create a town tennis committee to manage town-owned tennis courts, transferring management away from the Chilmark Town Affairs Council. Meanwhile, proponents of the article say it will give the town more control. Read more here.

Making a West Tisbury roadmap
What will West Tisbury look like in the next quarter century? You might be able to take part in formulating that. The town is hosting a visioning session to gather input from residents about what they would like to see for their town. This information will also be used in making a new West Tisbury master plan. Read more here.
MEETINGS

No meetings this Thursday.

The MV Times: Our reporting makes a difference
Journalism that matters, where you need it, when you need it. Want more?
Quote of the Day
"Together, we can turn the tide on food insecurity on Martha’s Vineyard."
Dhakir Warren, executive director of the Martha’s Vineyard Boys and Girls Club, on the grand reopening of the Edgartown Stop & Shop


Hot Topic Comment
"People are as tired of this already beaten to death decision as they are of the usual liberal hypocrisy on any topic– from grass to traffic jams to Trump to rooting for the wrong side in an existential war. 10% voter turnout is TERRIBLE and shows people do not care one way or the other."
— Jackie Mendez reflecting on voter turnout for West Tisbury’s election voting in favor of grass fields


Hot Topic Letter
"It is easy to state the problem, but coming up with the solution should be the goal. Should this be addressed by all Island towns, acting in concert to solve the problem of our business community? We all understand, or should understand, that the goal is to establish a healthy, thriving, year-round economy, but how do we do that?"
— Elaine and Howard Miller on supporting opinions in the MV Times editorial pages

Today: Pick up the pieces and bring them to a community Quilting Circle. All are welcome to gather with others while you finish a project or start a new hobby. West Tisbury library, 6 to 7:30 pm.

Join Paul Karasik for a screening of "Raw Deal," a 1948 film noir classic starring Dennis O'Keefe and Raymond Burr, with cinematography by John Alton. Film Center in Vineyard Haven, 7:30 pm.
Tomorrow: Kids are invited to make a movie-themed craft and watch "Wonka," a PG-rated musical starring Timothée Chalamet. Find out how Willy Wonka got his start in building a chocolate factory. Vineyard Haven library, 3 to 5 pm.

Movies!
Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.

Bits and pieces
"Mosaic artists and/or crafters, free: Tubs of bro­­ken-pottery & ce­­ram­­ics. Tools (new). Marcia 774-563-0933."

Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
Dining out?
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 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.



Staying in?
It's all about seafood this month for Island Grown Schools, so they shared a recipe for Simple Fish Ceviche, by Gabrielle Chronister. This tasty appetizer has a key ingredient that gives it a fresh, tropical twist.

For more stories that celebrate local food, farming, and the community, visit Edible Vineyard.


Click here to browse more recipes from the Island community.

Do you know this former Island educator? 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:
Emily Rose
Literary flowers blooming
With the warming weather, it might be the time to find a nice novel to read outside. A new batch of books have arrived on the Island, and Edgartown Books manager Mathew Tombers is ready to introduce these tales to you. Read more here. .

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.
Facebook
 
Twitter
 
Instagram

Email Marketing by ActiveCampaign