Illumination Night Shines Brightly Once More

Lanterns and candles adorned porches of the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association's Camp Ground in Oak Bluffs at the 145th Grand Illumination Night on Wednesday. Alison L. Mead

Bob Cleasby led the audience in singing traditional favorites. Alison L. Mead

Dark night was fully illuminated. Alison L. Mead

Isabel Engler's As Time Goes By Cottage was filled with flowers. Alison L. Mead

Spectators filled the Tabernacle and surrounding lawn for a community concert, followed by lighting of the lanterns. Alison L. Mead

Cottage owners proudly displayed their lanterns at Illumination Night. Alison L. Mead

Grand Illumination Night is one of the most popular events of summer, drawing thousands of spectators to Oak Bluffs. Alison L. Mead

A single lantern captures the attention of three young revelers. Alison L. Mead

Many lantern displays included American flag — fitting, as President Obama is on the Island. Alison L. Mead

Souvenir stand offered opportunity to take a bit of Illumination Night home with you. Alison L. Mead

The Parish House at the Oak Bluffs Camp Ground was also decked out for occasion. Alison L. Mead

Vineyard Haven band performed a roster of patriotic tunes. Alison L. Mead

Gordon Long, with help from son Ray Long, lights the first lantern. Alison L. Mead

Boats on the harbor got into the spirit of Illumination Night as well. Alison L. Mead

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