Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
On this day in 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as the first president of the United States. Today is also Honesty Day, and there’s a president out there who’s associated with that trait.If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
The Tisbury Master Plan report is complete, and it is over 300 pages long. You can check out the 30-page executive summary on the master plan site, as well as our coverage of the unveiling event. Planners explained the seven goals that make up the plan and outlined
immediate and long-term steps. Click here.
For the youth MVYouth announced this year’s round of scholarships that are going to Vineyard students. This year, there are a dozen Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School seniors and a graduate, including one of our own – intern Nikeya Tankard. These scholarships pay for any
remaining outstanding finances for a four-year college program. Read that story here.
New director up-Island The Up-Island Council on Aging has a new director. Bethany Hammond will be starting within the next few weeks. She takes over from Joyce Albertine,
who has been director for nearly four decades. Hammond says she’s excited to take the reins, and has been working at the council in a number of capacities for the last ten years. Read that story here.
MEETINGS The West Tisbury select board meets at 4:30 pm on Wednesday. Here is the agenda.
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Quote of the Day "We allow nominations from the floor at town meeting for all elected positions… Old school, I know!" — Gosnold town clerk Lisa Wright on how they often elect select board members
Hot Topic Comment "This is a wonderful organization, I’m happy to know that you exist. Please let me know what kind of things we can do as a volunteer." — Maggie Reid on our story about bringing sexual
violence out of the shadows
Hot Topic Letter "Why can’t there be conservation planning before the machines start mowing down all fauna and flora? Can’t a few trees be spared in the beginning stages?" — Genevieve H. Abbot writes to us about clear-cutting taking place on the Island
Today:The Vineyard Haven library hosts North Atlantic Right Whales: A Species on the Brink with Jesse Mechling from the Center for Coastal Studies in Provincetown. Their annual migration is filled with obstacles, making it a dangerous journey. In person. 5:30 pm. –Connie Berry
Pizza Night at the Chilmark Community Church ends in just a few more weeks, and you’re invited to join them for good food, good convo, and good vibes. Games ensue. 6 pm. –C.B.
Tomorrow:The artspace at the M.V. Playhouse features Debby Rosenthal’s exhibit "Scapes Two," featuring works in pastel and acrylic. I’m impressed by artists who can work with pastels. All that blending and dry fixing. 12 to 3 pm. –C.B.
Movies! Check out what's playing at Island theaters here.
The force is with you "Star Wars Space Ship / Star Wars Items - Free, No Boxes. Text for pictures 774-563-0042."
Click here for more finds in our Classifieds section.
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
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?
How about a homemade batch of warm Chocolate Chip Cookies? This recipe by Anna Nesser includes a fun tip for making the cookies chewy or crispy. Either way, be sure to savor this classic treat with your favorite beverage or some ice cream.
If you have a recipe to share with the community, send it along with a photo of the dish, and a brief backstory if you have one, to recipes@mvtimes.com.
Do you know this Island sheriff? Bonus if you can name the student.
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.
Abigail Higgins, in her Garden Notes column, says that forsythias are back in full force later than usual this year, and nettles, found on every continent, are one of the longtime fixtures of herbal medicine. She adds that recent intense downpours mean that the pesticides on lawns run off into estuaries, harbors, and bays, resulting in algal blooms, poisoned waters, and shellfish. Read more here.
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