Adios Jose. That was a wild three-day northeaster that stirred up the waves along the south shoreline. The waves are still crashing at night as we await another storm, Maria. A few tree limbs down along the roads and other than sand drifting along Lobsterville Road, there was nothing of significance in Aquinnah.

Two weeks ago I had the pleasure and delight to have a brief visit from my friend Sheila Callahan of Haverhill. Sheila was our medical record supervisor at Tufts-New England Medical Center Hospitals in the late ‘60s. We had not seen each other since 1975 so it was a rather emotional day for both of us. In those days, Sheila oversaw the work of nearly a dozen teenagers, guiding us and giving us all a solid foundation to succeed in furthering our careers in our chosen paths. We hope to see each other within the next year, either on the Vineyard or for an office reunion in Boston. Another heartwarming adventure.

At the Aquinnah Public Library this week, on Sept. 30 at 10:30 a.m. is story time and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. the kids craft will be: foil fish. No programs Tuesday, the library will be open regular hours.

At the Aquinnah Cultural Center this weekend, there will be museum tours on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special guest artist and activity: Darius Coombs, Mashpee Wampanoag, will be at the ACC to demonstrate traditional wampum-making techniques, using a pump drill with a stone or metal bit. Visitors can also try their hand to make a pendant using either of the old-style bits or go a bit faster with a modern shell bit. $10 crafting fee. For more information on exhibits, programs, and events, call 508-645-7900 or email aquinnahcc@gmail.com. Regular admission for adults is $5, seniors and children 12 and under $3.

The Neighborhood Convention of Martha’s Vineyard will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. at the First Congregational Church on State Road in West Tisbury. The topic will be Welcoming the Newer Island Clergy: Revs. Eibner, Christian, Berube and Wright. All are welcome. Please bring a sack lunch.

First Baptist Church presents Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 7, noon to 3 p.m. Featuring Oompah Band, bake and white elephant tables, sausage, hot dogs, sauerkraut, root beer floats, pretzels, games, prizes and more. First Baptist Church, Spring and William streets in Vineyard Haven, 508-693-1539.

Aquinnah was well-represented in the Ride to Remember police charity bicycle ride. Those participating were Tim Murphy, Ollie Childs, Tom Murphy, Timmy Kausch and Jay Theise in the 100-mile ride from Springfield to Boston.

Welcome to Adrian and Meg Higgins and their sons Latham and Hayden who have moved into their new Aquinnah home overlooking Lobsterville.

Happy birthday wishes this week to Jeffrey Madison, who celebrated the day with dinner at Cliffhangers with his daughter Nonie and his four grandchildren.

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