Grandpa Spider Andresen has been wearing his assistant harbormaster cap quite a bit lately so when family sends him pictures and videos he has me readily accessible next door to share them with.

Recently, I’ve seen videos from Tyler and Kelly’s trip to Italy for a friend’s wedding which, of course, made me say, “Oh! I’d love to go there.”

This past week, however, videos and pictures haven’t been necessary when it comes to a day in the life of Whitney, Spider and Sarah’s youngest. Whitney and her two little guys Wilder and Bodie have been in town along with dad Michael Morris. It’s so fun to see the next generation tromping around Menemsha.

Will Holtham’s presence could be easily felt this past weekend. The memorial service took place at the Chilmark Community Center where the room was filled with his children Jessica, Michael and Megan and their families, his wife Madeline, extended family, friends and a crazy cast of Homeport staff from his many decades at the helm. A slideshow, a few speeches, music by Missis Biskis and a whole lot of reminiscing conversation made the afternoon go by far too quickly.

Who could think of a better place than the Homeport to share a meal among friends and raise a glass to Willie D. It somehow seems fitting that the last night of the 2022 season was spent honoring Will and his legacy in that building.

In perfect Menemsha style, a piece of what will always be known as Will’s blue sea glass caught my eye as I took a quick stroll — as if he knew I was walking thinking of him.

The Menemsha jetty has been, as they say, on fire, for the Derby fishers. Each time I set my sights out there over the weekend yet another rod was bent, someone was netting a fish or someone was walking off with a fish or two in hand. Fourteen year old Lathrop Keene weighed in a ten-plus false albacore and, at the time of my writing, was leading the junior shore division.

Amidst all of the Derby joy and excitement, my heart goes out to the family and friends of Jim Wareing. Jim traveled from New Hampshire annually to fish the shore side by side with his crew. Derby 2022 was Jim’s last. His sudden death came as a shock. His positive attitude, endearing smile and the personality that gave him the ability to be friends with everyone will be missed immensely.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Marina Lent who has steered the board of health for the past fourteen years. She has opted for retirement but can’t just sit back and relax so she’s moving all of her energy and brain power a bit to the west where she will assist the Aquinnah board of health. She will be in and out of the office occasionally over the next couple of weeks so be sure to thank her for her work and wish her well on her new path.

Artists Wendy Weldon and James Langlois will have their work on display at Featherstone’s group exhibit curated by Tanya Augoustinos. The opening will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9. The exhibit, which runs until Nov. 4, also includes work by, among others, Heather Sommers, Marjorie Mason, Carol Goldberg, Jennifer Joanou Frank and the late Irving Petlin.

Word has traveled north from Florida and, although I don’t know details, Coco Adams, Dickie and Susan Vincent and Doug and Bari Fischer’s kids who make the west coast home are all okay. I don’t know much detail about their stuff but they’re still with us after Ian’s wrath.

Captain Skip Harris traveled from his home in Eastport, Me. to check out his old Vineyard stomping grounds. He paid a couple of visits to Squid Row where he sat a spell with friends. His most noteworthy shooting the breeze took place between him and David Norton.

Yes, folks, after months and months of medical stuff, David is home. It’s so good to see him busting about, wearing his smile, tossing a wave and sharing an “hello darlin’.” His presence has been missed.

Oh happy day to Soo Whiting, who celebrates 8-0 on Oct. 7.