What's Open on Martha's Vineyard is a regularly updated list of Island businesses and their hours. As seasons change, restaurants and retail shops alter hours and services. Some may close temporarily, other services may shift from in-person to online. To stay abreast of changes, visit the directory frequently.
The town of Oak Bluffs will sponsor a forum on Wednesday, Feb. 8 to share information about the importance of public service and processes related to civic engagement.
The town is seeking volunteers to serve as members on a number of municipal groups.
To celebrate Tu B’Shevat — the Jewish new year of trees — the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center is presenting an online program about climate change and New England forests.
Candidates to succeed retiring Chilmark police chief Jonathan Klaren have been narrowed to three, with final interviews by the Chilmark select board taking place Tuesday, Jan. 31.
From the Jan. 24, 1958 edition of the Vineyard Gazette:
One could well write a whole series of articles about the wintering gossip places for the residents of an Island town. They are legion, these places where people seem just to meet, exchange a few words, and pass on to their everyday pursuits.
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