On Thursday, July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Tisbury Library, Island clergy will host a forum called The Crisis of Homelessness and the Call to Care.

Island clergy and community advocates will update the community on their plans to respond to the emergency needs of the homeless on the Island. Longtime advocate Connie Teixeira will also be recognized for her years of service, and Lia Kahler and Phil Dietterich will provide a sneak preview of their benefit concert to be held on September 20.