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Got a minute?
Here’s what’s happening on Martha’s Vineyard today.
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Today’s Flag Day! In 1777, the Continental Congress approved the "Stars and Stripes" for the national flag, though the design then only had 13 stars to represent
the country’s 13 original states. It wasn’t until 1916 that President Woodrow Wilson established June 14 as national Flag Day. Then, in 1949, congressional legislation required that this date’s designation be signed into law by President Harry Truman. Legislation also requires the president to make a Flag Day proclamation every year. "As our Nation evolved, so too did our flag — with every new star added to Old Glory, we were reminded that the work of forging a more perfect Union never ends," said President Joe Biden in his official proclamation this year. If your friend sent you this, sign up for yourself here.
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We believe in preserving people and houses. The need for more Islandwide, affordable, year-round housing is urgent. You can help. Click this link to donate today.
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DA–Sheriff dispute reaches state's highest courtRobert Galibois, the Cape and Islands
District Attorney, filed suit against Dukes County Sheriff Bob Ogden this week. Galibois is asking the state's highest court, the Supreme Judicial Court, to order Ogden to provide officer disciplinary records. The DA is similarly suing the Barnstable Sheriff for their records, referred to as Brady materials. Ogden objected to the DA's request, saying that asking for 20 years of the records is unreasonable. Read more here.
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Off-Island marijuana greenlit for the VineyardThe state’s Cannabis Control Commission approved the transportation of cannabis products over state waters on Thursday, opening up the path for the local dispensary Island Time to reopen its doors after undergoing inspections. This will also bring to an end a lawsuit jointly filed by Island Time owner
Geoff Rose and the Green Lady Dispensary on Nantucket. The decision preserves access to legal marijuana for both patients and recreational consumers. However, how much this decision will help Fine Fettle, the medical marijuana dispensary in West Tisbury, remains to be seen. Read more here.
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New babesiosis treatment undergoing clinical trialCurrently, 60 Degrees Pharma, headquartered in Washington, D.C., is testing a new treatment for babesiosis, called tafenoquine. The anti-malaria drug is still undergoing tests in a "randomized, placebo-controlled" clinical trial. As current treatment still runs the risk of babesiosis patients relapsing, this new treatment is a potential new solution. The second most common tick-borne illness according to Patrick Roden-Reynolds, head of the M.V. Tick Program, is babesiosis. This "rapidly
emerging" disease can cause flu-like symptoms in some people, and no symptoms at all in others. Read more here.
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MEETINGS
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank commission meets at 3 pm on Monday. Here is the agenda.
The Edgartown select board meets at 4 pm on Monday. Here is the agenda.
The Up-Island Regional School District committee meets at 6:30 pm on Monday. 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
"When they said the Red Cross would have to get involved, it hit me. I’m a victim."
—Ellen O’Brien on the
aftermath of the Havenside Apartments fireHot Topic Comment"There are miles and (likely) years to go before the project becomes reality, but this first glimpse of it is thrilling, both in its sweep and in its attention to detail."
—A. Bowdoin Van Riper on the ambitious plan for Vineyard Haven’s waterfront
Hot Topic Letter"A select number of Cape Poge landowners have provided fresh evidence of their insatiable appetite for the destruction of public rights. Not satisfied with their ‘victory’ of newly established rules for OSV access on Chappy, this group has decided to appeal, and is pressing for even more restrictions."
—Rich Thompson on more Cape Poge restrictions
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Today: John Pielmeier, author of the novel "Hook's Tale," stars in "Courage," a play based on the life of "Peter Pan" author J.M. Barrie. M.V. Playhouse in Vineyard Haven, tonight and tomorrow at 7 pm.
Up-Island, catch the documentary "A New Kind of Wilderness," about a young family living off the grid in
Norway that has to adapt to modern society after a tragedy. Circuit Arts at Grange Hall, 7:30 pm.
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Weekend: On Saturday, all are welcome to join the M.V. Ocean Academy at Tisbury Wharf for an open house of the Shenandoah Tall Ship, 10 am to 4 pm. Families can also enjoy the Chilmark Church Children's Fair from 10 am to 12 pm, and the annual Oak Bluffs Harborfest from 10 am to 6 pm. There's also M.V. Garden Club's Blooming Art at the Old Mill in West Tisbury, 10 am to 5 pm, which continues on Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm. At the Strand Theatre in Oak Bluffs, enjoy the movies "Ray" (12 pm), "Michael Jackson's This Is It" (3 pm) and "Purple Rain" (7 pm). For music, head to the West Tisbury library for a "Remembering the Rosenthals Concert" at 4 pm. In
the evening, the 44th Annual Bloomsday Celebration will be held at the Katharine Cornell Theater at 8 pm.
On Sunday, make great discoveries at the Vineyard Artisans Festival at Grange Hall, 10 am to 2 pm, and at the Oak Bluffs Open Market, 10 am to 2 pm. At the
Agricultural Hall, celebrate with everyone at the Brazil Fest from 10 am to 4 pm. Pick up wonderful items and support a cause at the African Crafts Porch
Sale, 12 pm to 3 pm. For comedy, nostalgia, Shakespeare, and singing all wrapped in one, enjoy Edgartown library's showing of Verdi's "Falstaff" by Met Opera, 1 to 4 pm. At night, Edgartown Cinema is screening "Jaws" at 6:45 pm, M.V. Film Center is showing "Ezra" at 7:30 pm,
and M.V. Community Radio has a special Early Blues Radio Show at 8 pm. Enjoy the weekend!
Movies! Check out what’s playing at Island theaters here.
Seasonal Events! Check out activities for June, July, and August in the latest issue of Vineyard Visitor.
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Close encounters"Telescope with Tripod Bausch & Lomb scope. 2 eyepieces: 15X, 60X. $99 cash. Email dedoyle1@optimum.net for pics."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 Join us! Gather with friends to watch a game in our spacious bar,
or dine on the terrace overlooking our exquisite gardens and awardwinning golf course. Serving lunch daily from 11 am to 3 pm. Pub menu daily from 3 pm to
6 pm. Ample parking available. Breakfast & dinner coming soon! farmneck.net/cafe
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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For seasonal comfort food or a fun dish to bring to a picnic or cookout, try the recipe for Basil & Pea Pesto Potato Salad, by Gabrielle Chronister for Island Grown Schools. The fresh, creamy spread can
also be used for an appetizer tray, pasta, sandwiches, pizza, and much more. You can pick up fresh produce at the West Tisbury Farmers Market on Saturday, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year!
If your culinary adventures lead to a recipe to share with the community, send it to us at recipes@mvtimes.com, and include a photo of the dish and a brief backstory if you have one.
Click here to browse more recipes from the Island community.
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Who is this behind the counter? 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:
Robert
Gatchell
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Márcia De Castro Borges
Márcia De Castro Borges, a Vineyard resident who lived in Brazil until 2019, is a visual anthropologist, educator, and writer. She investigates the relationships between image, history, memory, and identity. Borges showed one of her projects recently at the Chilmark library, illustrating the step-by-step process of making cassava flour. "I think it’s very interesting, because it shows that almost 300 years ago, they could develop a technique that continues today," said Borges. Read more
about her research here.
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