News Briefs
Red Cross Blood Drive
June 11, 2015
The Red Cross is looking for blood donors, and Vineyarders will have a chance to help the cause at a blood drive on the Island later this month.
Sense of Wonder Spring Art Show
June 11, 2015
The Sense of Wonder Creations spring art show and benefit will be held on Friday and Saturday June 12 and 13 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Talks at Polly Hill
June 11, 2015
Polly Hill Arboretum hosts a lecture entitled Landscape History at the Arboretum on Tuesday, June 16, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Fish Tales Benefit
June 11, 2015
The Vineyard Playhouse is hosting a night at sea even the most devoted landlubber can enjoy.
Common Core Talk
June 11, 2015
Kay Scheidler, author of Standards Matter, will be speaking at Bunch of Grapes Bookstore on Wednesday, June 17, at 7 p.m.
Arts and Society Bloomsday Celebration
June 10, 2015
The 37th annual Arts and Society Bloomsday celebration takes place on Wednesday, June 17, at 8 p.m. at the Katharine Cornell Theatre.
Hospital Named to Top 20 for Critical Access Facilities
June 10, 2015
For the second year in a row, the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital has been named one of the top 20 critical access hospitals in the country.
League of Women Voters Forum on Carbon Pricing
June 4, 2015
The League of Women Voters of MV has gathered a panel of experts to discuss reducing greenhouse gases by putting a price on carbon.
Blessing of the Pets and Pet Parade
June 4, 2015
A day of celebration is in store for furry friends. The annual celebration of pets takes place Saturday, June 6 at the Harbor View Hotel.
Cape Light Compact Hosts Workshop for Businesses
June 4, 2015
Energy efficiency is good for the environment and the electricity bill. Next week, Cape Light Compact is offering a workshop for local businesses about how to save money through the compact’s energy efficiency programs. The event is co-sponsored by the Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce, and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission
Cape Light’s efficiency programs are available to any business on Cape Cod and the Vineyard. The organization offers financial incentives for making energy efficiency improvements.
Honor for Coldwell Banker Landmarks
June 4, 2015
Members of the Coldwell Banker Landmarks Real Estate team recently attended the annual Coldwell Banker Northeast Regional Rally in Connecticut.
Big Brother Big Sister Foundation Donations
June 4, 2015
The Big Brother/Big Sister Foundation will be collecting donations on Martha’s Vineyard on Saturday, June 6.