Mary Oliver
The wind wags its many tails. And in the evening the piled firewood shifts a little, longing to be on its way. —Mary Oliver
June 3, 2016
Forum Addresses Heroin Addiction on Martha’s Vineyard
A variety of stakeholders will present a community forum next week aimed at taking a regional approach to the heroin addiction problem on the Island.
Forging Their Own Paths, Charter School Graduates Shine Brightly
Seven seniors will graduate Sunday from the Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School. This week the graduating class spoke about new adventures and their school years.
Charlotte Lowell-Bettencourt Graduates
Charlotte Elizabeth Lowell-Bettencourt of Edgartown has graduated from Saint Michael’s College.
Hundreds of Island Trees Slated to Come Down Because of Gall Wasps
As cynipid gall wasps continue wreaking havoc on the Vineyard, Eversource Energy hopes to protect its main utility lines by removing a large number of trees that are damaged or dying from the outbreak.
Full Speed Ahead, Ferry Woods Hole Sets Sail
The brand new Steamship Authority ferry Woods Hole began her maiden voyage, a 2,200 mile trip to Fairhaven, on Tuesday evening at 9:30 p.m.
Vineyard Voyagers Annual Meeting
Vineyard Voyagers will hold its annual meeting Sunday, June 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the West Tisbury library.
From Fledgling to Fixture
On Sunday, the Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School will holds its graduation ceremony for seven seniors..
Mercury and Venus
Nearly all the visible planets are in our evening sky soon after sunset.
Fields of June
The first cutting of hay is down on farm fields, another marker for the season at hand as the calendar flips from May to June.
Boys of Summer Become Boys of Winter
In the film Bull Durham, sports groupie Annie Savoy says: “I believe in the Church of Baseball….I prefer metaphysics to theology. You see, there’s no guilt in baseball, and it’s never boring.”
Releasing Hiroshima from a Textbook
I started thinking about Hiroshima again last month, when John Kerry went to the city. But I usually think about Hiroshima this time of year anyway.
Where the Waste Goes, I Will Follow
Every year, 40 per cent of the food grown in this country is never eaten. The waste happens in farm fields, during processing and transportation, in grocery stores, restaurants, and in our homes.
Back to Brickman’s
Brickman’s is a store that is well established, the name having been known in Vineyard Haven for thirty-three years.
Keep the Grass
On Monday, May 16, I attended the high school committee meeting to listen to the discussion about the proposed installation of artificial grass sports fields.
Getting It Right
I’m not only appalled by the idea of our young athletes running around on a plastic “field,” but also at the thought of dumping giant artificial turf mat into a landfill.
Solving the Housing Puzzle
If it is true that 65 per cent of our Island housing is seasonal, of the remaining homes a small percentage would be willing and able to house an extra person. It seems the affordable housing problem is in our backyards. We do have affordable apartments with restrictions. Not the best solution for everyone. There…
Nameless Good Samaritan
To the Good Samaritan who came to my aid on Friday, May 13, around 7:20 p.m. on South Summer street in Edgartown, my undying thanks. I have no idea who you are or how you heard my cry for help, but you did. I am so grateful for you and your help, and for staying…
Real Estate Transactions: May 23 to May 29
Susan Straight purchased 30 Shadbush Hollow in Chilmark from Deborah Hilton Morelli for $739,000 on May 26.
Land Bank Revenues: May 27
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $377,754.26 for the business week ending on Friday, May 27, 2016.
Announcing James
Nicole and Jamie Le Blond of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, James Hamilton Le Blond, born May 31 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Eating Disorder Workshop
Thirteen Island health professionals recently attended at two-day advanced eating disorders workshop.
All-Island Junior High Band Wins Gold Medal
The Martha’s Vineyard All-Island Junior High Band earned a gold medal at the Great East Music Festival.
Cape Cod Five Cuts Ribbon on New Vineyard Haven Bank Branch
Tisbury town officials joined executives of the Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank Wednesday to officially open a new branch bank on Martha’s Vineyard.
Aquinnah Town Column: June 3
Great weekend weather, waking to 66 degrees has certainly been a treat. The rosa rugosa are in full bloom along the byways. A little fog covered the cliffs on Monday and Tuesday but the sun broke through.
West Tisbury Town Column: June 3
The weekend was warm. Lawn mowers could be heard buzzing most everywhere in town and the weather perfect for outside chores. After church many people had an opportunity to go to the beach for the first time and Lambert’s Cove was pleasantly crowded all weekend long.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: June 3
The Oak Bluffs Land and Wharf Company reached its demise following a period of national economic malaise and the Vineyard Grove Company was able to buy its remnants at pennies on the dollar. Literally.
Edgartown Town Column: June 3
We could not complain about most of the weekend weather except for Monday with the parade and traveling. But for the most part it was sunny and warm and people were smiling.
On Chappy: June 3
A boy recently fell into a zoo gorilla enclosure. This did not happen on Chappy — we have had neither zoos nor gorillas since the early seventies – but I find the story to be an interesting Chappy allegory.
Amid Uproar, MVFF Says It Will Stay the Course on Property Purchase
Despite fierce opposition, Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival leaders said they intend to follow through with plans to buy a tract of residential farmland in West Tisbury.
Chilmark Town Column: June 3
Chilmark enjoyed the first holiday weekend of the season with a two out of three good days ratio…sort of average for New England.
Please Adopt Us
Rugby, the stray tuxedo cat found near the Oak Bluffs Cemetery, is now ready to find his forever home.
The Pleasure of Peonies
It was amazing on Tuesday to see how much everything greened up following the rain on Memorial Day. We certainly needed that rain.
Snowy Egrets Arrive
Migration is winding down and our summer residents are at the peak of their nesting season. There is still plenty of action in the birding world.
The Secret Lives of Slugs
As frustrating as they are to the home gardener, for the naturalist it is hard not to be fascinated by slugs.
Cross-Island Hike Heads to Chappy
This year’s cross-Island hike is Saturday, June 4, beginning at 8 a.m.
Walking to Fight Cancer at Relay for Life
The Martha’s Vineyard Relay for Life takes place at the regional high school track on Saturday, June 4.
Celebrate Island Favorites at Best of the Vineyard
The winners of the 2016 Best of the Vineyard awards will be announced Thursday, June 9 by Martha’s Vineyard Magazine.
Sinfonietta Rocks
The Vineyard Sinfonietta will be hosting a concert called From Bach to Beatles. The musicians will include 12 Vineyarders playing strings and woodwinds.
Learning to Help Means Learning to Listen
More than 40 people turned up at the Vineyard Haven Public Library last Wednesday evening for a panel discussion on the perils of charity work, featuring several Island residents who shared their volunteering experiences.
Demolition Complete on Boch Property
The old Entwhistle Building on the harborfront property known as Boch Park in Vineyard Haven came down on Wednesday, capping years of discussion.
Play Ball! Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Hungry for Redemption
Baseball returns to the Shark Tank when the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks open their sixth season against the North Shore Navigators Thursday.
Hello, Diamond-Rose
Latonia James and Julius Middleton of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Diamond-Rose Darlene Middleton, born May 29.
West Tisbury Selectmen to Discuss MVFF Property Purchase
The West Tisbury selectmen’s meeting has been moved to the Howes House today to accommodate what is expected to be a large attendance. Selectmen expect to discuss the news that the Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival will buy property off Old County Road.
Harbor Bookings Tack Into Digital Age in Edgartown
Thanks to a new system that allows harbor bookings online, Edgartown harbor master Charlie Blair said summer bookings on the harbor are all smooth sailing this year.
Katama General Store Plans Demolition Makeover
The Katama General Store may be headed into its final summer as the familiar red outpost on the road to South Beach. Owners Jackie and Doug Korell hope to replace the 1958 building in the fall.
Adahy Gonsalves Graduates
Adahy N. Gonsalves of Oak Bluffs has graduated from St. Lawrence University.
Andrew Hakala Named to Dean’s List
Andrew Hakala of Edgartown has been named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at James Madison University.
Augusta Dillon Graduates
Augusta Dillon has graduated cum laude from Simmons College School of Nursing.
Alyssa Adler Graduates
Alyssa A. Adler of Chilmark has graduated cum laude from Elon University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in environmental studies.
Dean’s List at Bucknell
Taylor McNeely of Vineyard Haven and Amy Patterson of Oak Bluffs have been named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at Bucknell University.
Erica Kaufman and Daniel Asher Are Wed
Erica Violet Kaufman and Daniel Warner Asher were married on May 29 at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia, Pa.
Edgartown Post Office Reopens
The main Edgartown post office near the Triangle reopened Tuesday morning after a two-month closure because of water damage.
Learning on the Job Comes With the Territory as Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Matthew D’Andrea said he has learned a lot through failure over the years, but he looks at his first year at the helm of the Island schools as a success.
The Art of Giving Back at Family Planning Art Show
A bronze fertility idol on a marble base stood at the entrance to the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury this weekend, greeting visitors to the 27th annual Family Planning Art Show
Still Remembering Those Lost in Civil War
On the last Sunday in May for the past 28 years, I have been listening to the reading in the Federated Church of the names of those Edgartown men who served in the Civil War.
Rainy Forecast Sends Memorial Day Festivities Indoors
Memorial Day began on Martha’s Vineyard with rain, gray skies, and a drizzly forecast. The annual ceremony in Vineyard Haven will now be held at 10 a.m. at the Tisbury School. The Tisbury town picnic is cancelled.
Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival Set to Buy Property in West Tisbury
A 12.5-acre residential property off Old County Road is slated to become a permanent home for the film festival, the organization said, although no plan has been presented yet.
Remembrance, Ceremony Set the Pace for March to the Sea
The after-school baton twirling club at the Edgartown School had an important task Friday afternoon: leading the school’s annual March to the Sea in honor of Memorial Day.
Celebrating Creativity at High School Evening of Arts
All art was celebrated on Wednesday at the high school’s Evening of the Arts. Pieces of visual art hung from walls and makeshift pillars while choral group performed selections of their songs.
University of New Hampshire Graduates
Three Vineyard students have graduated from the University of New Hampshire.
Liam Wallace Graduates
Liam M. Wallace has received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hamilton College. Liam was a history major.
Dean’s List at University of Vermont
Several Vineyard students were named to the spring 2015 dean’s list at the University of Vermont.
