Dylan Thomas
The birds of the winged trees flying my name Above the farms and the white horses I rose in rainy autumn And walked abroad in a shower of all my days. – Dylan Thomas
September 2, 2016
Polls Open Today for State Primary Election
Dukes County voters will head to the polls today to cast ballots in the state primary, which features a lengthy line-up of contested races. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in every Island town.
New Education Center and Botany Lab, Polly Hill Continues to Grow
With the opening of a new education center and botany lab, the Polly Hill Arboretum is hoping to become the leader in plant science and conservation on the Island.
As Hurricanes Threaten, Emergency Managers Eye Storm Response
With active hurricane season underway, Martha’s Vineyard emergency managers are keeping a close watch on forecasts. And with no major hurricanes since Bob 25 years ago, the Vineyard is overdue for another.
New Faces, More Students as Vineyard Heads Back to School
Vineyard schools start up again on Tuesday, Sept. 6. The school system expects to welcome 2,158 students to the new year, slightly up from last year which saw 2,117 students in the six public schools. A total of 69 new staff members joined the school system.
New Principal May Be New to the School, But Not the Island
New high school principal Sara Dingledy will have her first official day with students on Tuesday, but over the summer she has been busy rolling up her sleeves at work and securing year-round housing on the Island for her family.
Eve L. Vincent, Register of Deeds
Eve L. Vincent, Tisbury Democrat. candidate for Register of Deeds
Labor Day 2016
Crossing the finish line. That’s how the end of summer feels for year-round Islanders who have been running nonstop since June.
Primary Day
State primaries can be lackluster, but not this year on the Cape and Islands, which has competitive and substantive races.
Martina Thornton, Register of Deeds
Martina Thornton, Edgartown Unenrolled, candidate for Register of Deeds.
Candace A. (Candy) Nichols, Register of Deeds
Candace A. (Candy) Nichols, Edgartown Democrat, candidate for Register of Deeds.
Laura Johnson Hairston, Register of Deeds
Laura Johnson Hairston, Oak Bluffs Democrat, candidate for Register of Deeds.
Paulo DeOliveira, Register of Deeds
Paulo DeOliveira, Edgartown Democrat, candidate for Register of Deeds.
Marc R. Rivers, Dukes County Sheriff
Marc R. Rivers, Oak Bluffs Democrat, candidate for county sheriff.
Robert W. Ogden, Dukes County Sheriff
Robert W. Ogden, West Tisbury Democrat, candidate for county sheriff.
Timothy M. Soverino, State Representative
Timothy M. Soverino, Nantucket Democrat, candidate for state representative.
Jessica Lambert, State Representative
Jessica Lambert, Falmouth Democrat, candidate for state representative.
T. Ewell Hopkins Jr., State Representative
T. Ewell Hopkins Jr., Oak Bluffs Democrat, candidate for state representative.
Michael G. Heylin, State Representative
Michael G. Heylin, West Falmouth Democrat, candidate for state representative.
Tobias Glidden, State Representative
Tobias Glidden, Nantucket Independent, candidate for state representative.
Jacob N. Ferry, State Representative
Jacob Ferry, West Tisbury, candidate for state representative.
Dylan Fernandes, State Representative
Dylan Fernandes, Falmouth Democrat, candidate for state representative.
Anthony Schiavi, State Senator
Anthony Schiavi, Harwich Republican, candidate for state senate.
Sheila Lyons, State Senator
Sheila Lyons, Wellfleet Democrat and candidate for state senator.
Julian Cyr, State Senator
Julian Cyr, Truro Democrat and candidate for state senator.
James H. Crocker Jr., State Senator
James H. Crocker Jr., Barnstable (Osterville) Republican and candidate for state senator.
Trading Screen Time for a Real Life Line
Kids have multiple ways to become opaque beyond a parent’s comfort zone with texty tablets and other rabbit holes.
Visitor
Autumn announced herself/last night, not to stay, just/a preliminary visit/a readiness inspection.
Call of the Wild Affects Even the Tame
I had been living in New York city for two decades and indoors was where I lurked, purring like a house cat by the windows of office buildings.
Closing Up Shop With a Parting Gift
Just before I left home for good at 17, each of my parents took me aside in turn and imparted one final lesson that they thought would serve me well in adult life.
Light of a Dear Friend Never Diminishes
A borrowed book offered a lighted path to consider a friendship.
Down at the Old Mill
On this 30th year of our occupancy of the Old Mill, Mrs. Roberts has asked me to give a bit of background.
Gun Policies
Last week in the middle of the morning of a bright sunny day, I counted four policemen on Main street in Vineyard Haven armed with guns.
Summer Notebook
Why is not recycling mandatory on the Island?
Disaster Averted
Quick and expert action by veteran announcer Paul (Zeke) Wilkins saved lives — both people and horses.
Turning 20
This has been an incredible year for Featherstone Center for the Arts.
In Vineyard Skies: Evening Crescent Moon
A thin crescent moon low in the southwestern sky opens the weekend.
From the World to You by Silver Screen
Every September, the Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival takes movie-lovers on a world tour of cinema with films from virtually every part of the globe.
Stone Work Is About Letting Nature Do the Heavy Lifting
Lew French’s new book, Sticks and Stones, a collaboration with Island photographer Alison Shaw, catalogs much of his work over the last 10 years: fireplaces, walls, landscapes, and his second home in Brazil. A Chilmark patio may bring to mind Stonehenge, a Japanese garden and regional geology.
Historic Camp at North Neck on Chappaquiddick Is Sold
History changed hands on Chappaquiddick last week with the sale of the home fronting Cape Pogue Pond known as the Big Camp, long owned by the Woodger family.
Return of the Bobwhites
The bell call of the bluejay wakened me. The list of projects to be accomplished ran through my brain.
Amaranth Admiration and Drought Woes
Between the weeds and the lack of rain it is difficult to keep a positive attitude. How do weeds get so huge with nary a sip of water.
Dangerous Dinoflagellate: Look Out for Rust Tide
Rust tide is in the news again, reported recently in Long Island waters.
Tisbury Car Show
The 10th annual Car Show takes place on Sunday, Sept. 4 from noon to 8 p.m.
Patti LuPone Closes Vineyard Broadway Series
Patti LuPone grew up in a house on Long Island where music was practically a member of the family.
Affordable Housing Workshop
The public is invited to a housing production plan community workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at The Loft.
Lia Kahler Benefit Concert
On Sept. 11, mezzo-soprano Lia Kahler will host a concert to benefit the winter homeless shelter initiative.
Union Chapel Speaker Season Concludes
Rev. Burns Stanfield, pastor of Fourth Presbyterian Church in South Boston, will lead the Union Chapel congregation in its season finale this Sunday.
Weekend Events at The Yard
This week is busy one at The Yard in Chilmark. On Saturday, Sept. 3, the final DanceTheYard performance takes place at 6:30 p.m.
New Chairman for Museum Board of Directors
Stever Aubrey has been named the new chairman of the board of directors of Martha’s Vineyard Museum.
Permanent Endowment Seeks Grant Applicants
The Permanent Endowment Fund for Martha’s Vineyard is seeking applications for its fall 2016 grant cycle.
Martha’s Vineyard License Plates Are Here
Martha’s Vineyard specialty license plates, which benefit Community Services and other Island non-profits, will soon be adorning Vineyard cars.
Please Adopt Us
The shelter is happy to report another adoption. Our lovely little calico, Colleen, has gone to a family that just adores her.
At the Bridge Table: Sept. 2
You’ve probably heard of signals in bridge.
Land Bank Revenues: August 26
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $155,716 for the business week ending on Friday, August 26, 2016.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Sept. 2
There are some things you never forget, nor would you want to. What comes to mind is my first student teaching class, third grade at the Tisbury School under the wonderful eye of my mentor, Bess F. Stone. I remember the hopeful, shining eyes, the quizzical glances, the delighted laughter. I remember Clinton Griesser
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Sept. 2
Another of Farm Neck’s notable Norton’s was Ichabod Norton Luce (1814 – 1894), born to Silas Luce and Hannah Norton Luce, both of whose families traced their lineage to the England of the late 1600s.
Chilmark Town Column: Sept. 2
Chilmark is slowing down just a bit and the speed and intensity of most activities has slowed just a bit. There is still plenty going on and not many parking places available. The sunsets are just as lovely and the water is warm for swimming so we are far from done with summer, just catching…
Edgartown Town Column: Sept. 2
We are enjoying the somewhat cooler air. The sky has been that beautiful blue and big fluffy clouds. There has been a breeze and we are almost enjoying the whole day outside. Now we just have to keep track of all the tropical storms brewing in the Atlantic.
Aquinnah Town Column: Sept. 2
A great way to end the summer season with continuous days of sun and temperatures in the 80s. This has been one busy season across the Vineyard. May we have many more days of warmth.
Marcia Denine Graduates
Marcia Denine of Vineyard Haven has received a Master of Science degree in nursing education degree from Western Governors University.
Hearing Reopens on Revised Oak Bluffs Solar Plan
A plan by the Oak Bluffs water district to build a solar array off Barnes Road has been downsized, but continues to draw heat from ecologists who oppose removing a large swath of old-growth forest.
Real Estate Transactions: August 22 to August 28
Joel McReynolds purchased 14 Keystone Road in Oak Bluffs from Christopher, Thomas, and Brian Welch and Bonnie Jo Hakala for $605,000 on August 24.
On Chappy: Sept. 2
The Chappy Community Center potlucks will begin again on Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. Please bring a dish for six.
Stone Carver’s Mantra Is Mind Over Matter
Adrian Smith has been carving animals into stone since he was a teenager. It is a meditative process, which appeals to the artist, who sells his pieces out of his small gallery nearly hidden off Main street in Vineyard Haven.
Announcing Alice
Kelly Arruda and Justin Dodge of West Tisbury announce the birth of a daughter, Alice Rose Dodge, born August 30 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
West Tisbury Town Column: Sept. 2
Friday is the start of the long holiday weekend, Labor Day is on Monday and the end of the high summer season. All municipal buildings and post offices will be closed. All good things must come to an end. School starts on Tuesday.
East Chop Town Column: Sept. 2
We live in a very special community with a lot of interesting people. I am honored to tell their stories and plan to be back next summer with more of the same. For those of you leaving us after another East Chop summer, have a great winter.
Selectmen Get Good News about Memorial Wharf Restoration
Upcoming repairs to Memorial Wharf will likely be less extensive and far cheaper than previously thought, Edgartown selectmen learned this week.
Vineyard Student Receives Coast Guard Scholarship
Emma Riemer of Vineyard Haven has been awarded a $5,000 Coast Guard Foundation Scholarship.
Welcome, Penelope
Ilikea Scott and Mark Fuentes of Edgartown announce the birth of a daughter, Penelope Lynn Fuentes, born August 25 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Not Ready for Retirement; War Paint Helps Wash Away the Gray
Earlier this summer Patti LuPone scored big points at the Goodman Theater in Chicago playing cosmetics titan Helena Rubinstein in a brand new musical, War Paint.
Painted Turtles Get Their Moment in the Spotlight
Oscar Thompson has spent the summer chasing turtles for his senior thesis at college. Not known for their speed, painted turtles can still be elusive in their natural habitat deep within the Vineyard’s ponds.
Vineyard Medals Honor Maritime Traditions, Leadership
The Martha’s Vineyard Museum recently honored Len Butler, Robert S. Douglas and Catherine (Kay) Mayhew for their service to the Island.
Moped Rental Business Comes Under Scrutiny
Oak Bluffs selectmen are examining whether the Island’s largest moped rental dealer is operating on town property.
State Forest Superintendent Steps Down
The superintendent of the Manuel Correllus State Forest will leave this week after two years on the job. Virginia Dautreuil steps down Sept. 2.
Edgartown Man Dies in Apparent Drowning in Edgartown Great Pond
An Edgartown man died in an apparent drowning while swimming in the Edgartown Great Pond Saturday afternoon, state police confirmed. The victim has been identified as Clinton Griesser, 32.
Capturing the Truth by Standing Back and Watching
D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus, partners in life and work, have made a career out of documentary film-making, from Bob Dylan to presidential campaigns. They were on the Vineyard last week with their latest film, Unlocking the Cage.
Matilda Alexander Named to Dean’s List
Matilda Alexander of Vineyard Haven was named to the spring 2016 dean’s list at The College of Wooster.
Islanders Complete Fort Polk Training
Two Vineyard residents have completed training in Fort Polk at the Army’s Joint Readiness Training Center.
Polly Hill Arborteum Celebrates New Education Center
Polly Hill Arboretum has celebrated the completion of a new education center and botany lab.
Vineyarder Is New Executive Producer of Greenleaf
Kathleen McGhee-Anderson, a longtime seasonal resident of the Vineyard, has been named executive producer of the hit TV series Greenleaf.
