Well, the month of March came in seasonable with cold temperatures not far behind and we were the recipients of about two inches of snow on Monday. The old saying is it should leave like a lamb, but we shall see. Thoughts of spring, just 14 days away, should fill the air with milder temperatures. Sunday night’s sunset will happen close to 6:30 p.m.

Anna and I went off-Island last Thursday to visit Henry (my first time) and his family. He sure is a cute little guy! It was an enjoyable time for sure. On Friday we had appointments but were forced to return home earlier than expected so we never got back to visit the grandsons.

Beth Kramer, library director, proudly reports that the newly remodeled library is almost finished. We will all be invited to attend the grand opening celebration on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Revel in the voluminous space and feel proud of your efforts. Docents will be handing out maps and giving tours. There will be live music and events for all ages, and refreshments will be served. It’s free and open to the public.

The library staff thanks everyone for their patience, hard work and perseverance. They want to thank the town, building committee, Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, their patrons and voters and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and many more. The project was a team effort and they couldn’t have done it without your help and cooperation. If you would like to assist them at the festivities and want to offer some home cooking they would love it. Please call Nelia at 508-693-3366 for guidance on how to contribute to their organized potluck.

Leslie J. Stark reports that the Martha’s Vineyard Cancer Support Group for the first time will be the sole sponsors of Daffodil Day, with all of the profits going to provide financial assistance to Island cancer patients and their families. This positive sign of spring will happen on March 17, which is also St. Patrick’s Day and he confirms it will be okay to put a few shamrocks in your bouquet. The daffodils will be available at Cronig’s, the Edgartown Stop & Shop and the hospital. For more information, contact Diane Ballay-Foley at 508-693-7115.

Shirley Mayhew reports that her granddaughter Katie is home for spring break from Sterling College in northern Vermont.

Linda Baughman of Philadelphia arrived on Monday to visit Phyllis Meras and to tend to her livestock and visit her many friends. She escaped a snowstorm in Philadelphia when she left, and arrived here to find the ground covered with some fresh new snow.

Tara Whiting, town clerk, reports that absentee ballots for the annual town election are in her office. If you need one, you must apply for an absentee ballot application as this must be done every year and must be completed by March 19. You can call her office with any questions. Also, March 19 is the last day to register to vote for annual town meeting and March 21 is the last day to register for the election.

Jane Coakley, executive director of the Chamber Music Society, reports that there will be a concert performance at the regional high school on Friday morning, March 14 at 11 a.m. to noon, which is open to the public and free. If you have any questions, contact Diane Braun at 781-249-0700.

It will soon be time for spring and the long anticipated — and the first — Federated Church cabaret. With the added time since January to rehearse, they are now ready to amuse and amaze. If you have wondered about hidden talent, amazing skill and just plain fun that exists at the church, plan to come to the cabaret on Saturday, March 22. Come early and get a good table in time for the 7:30 p.m. curtain time.

A few vocal members of the Grange organized a male quartet in late February of 1946. The members were George Magnuson, first tenor; William Larcom, pharmacist’s mate at the Naval Auxiliary Air Station, second tenor; S-Sgt. Allan Keniston, first bass, and William Turner, second bass. Robert MacInnis and Helen R. O’Donnell were the pianists. They held weekly practices and on May 10, they offered their first program for the benefit of the Congregational Church. Bradley Martin, of Tiah’s Cove, a retired vaudeville actor, was the special guest entertainer. A major problem ensued just three days before the scheduled show. William Larcom was unexpectedly transferred from the NAAS on the Vineyard to another Navy base in Rhode Island. However, he was able to obtain a special liberty pass, courtesy of his commanding officer, and was flown here from Quonset Point in time for the show.

Happy birthday to Simon Athearn, Jeanne Barron, Polly Bassett and Susannah Maher today; Amelia Pennington, Elizabeth Mahoney and Wayne Arruda tomorrow; Donald DeSorcy and Shannon Rynd-Ray on Sunday; Jane Konicki, Sue Merrill, Jeffrey Enter and Max Currier on Monday; Whit Griswold, Alix Small, Eileen Maley, Allison McMorrow, Sheriff Mike McCormick and Carol Brush on Tuesday; Blair Emin and David Desmarais on Wednesday; Janet Sylvia, Ann Hale, David Fitzpatrick and Virginia Blakesley on Thursday. Belated birthday wishes to Liza Lawson and Tom Majeski.

Remember that Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday morning so set your clocks ahead at bedtime Saturday so you won’t be late for church.

Well, that is all of the social news for this edition. If you have any news, please call or email (alleys@vineyard.net) me. Have a great week.