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 16, 2017
Edgartown Town Column: June 16
According to my calendar it is only June. However, I think someone forgot to tell the weather gods that heat waves are in July and August.
Gene Play Opens Monday Night Specials
The Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse continues its Monday Night Specials on June 19 with a reading of Gene Play, written by Casey Ann Hayward and Jonah Lipsky, and directed by Joann Green Breuer.
Rare Drake Decoy Sets Record for Vineyard Sale
A rare redhead drake decoy made by Henry Keyes Chadwick of Oak Bluffs set records with a recent $23,000 sale.
Realty Awards
LAER Realty Partners has announced the winners of its third annual ROAR awards.
Cronig’s Real Estate Celebrates Full Century in Business
One hundred years ago, Henry Cronig founded Cronig’s Real Estate in the same Vineyard Haven Building where the business is today. His desk is still in the front office.
Tensions Linger, Hospital Regroups After CEO’s Ouster
Joe Woodin, the ousted president and chief executive officer at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, took a pay cut when he came to the Vineyard 13 months ago.
Tea Lane Associates: Fifty Years of Women Leading the Way
Tea Lane Associates began 50 years ago with force and chutzpah. With Eleanor D. Pearlson and Julia Green Sturges at the helm it was a potent combination.
Edgartown Yacht Club Makes Plan to Stay Above Sea Level
In response to flooding from storms and tides, the club has proposed raising a portion of its wharf two additional feet above the water.
Edgartown Dairy Queen Has New Ownership
The Edgartown Dairy Queen is in new hands, with longtime owners Antone (Tony) and Erika Bettencourt selling the Upper Main street business to the Celeste family.
Pearls of Wisdom You Can Bank On
As a student in Jacksonville, Fla., Carla Harris had no idea that she would end up on Wall Street, publish two books and become one of the most powerful women in corporate America.
John Kerry, Politics Take Center Stage at Summer Institute Speaker Series
While politically-oriented programming is often a big part of the Summer Institute series, this year politics takes even more of a center stage.
Union Chapel Grants
Every year Union Chapel in Oak Bluffs gives out grants to organizations on the Vineyard with an emphasis on human services.
Land Bank Revenues: June 9
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $100,760.12 for the business week ending on Friday, June 9, 2017.
All Alcohol License for Black Dog Cafe on Hold
An all-alcohol license for the Black Dog Bakery and Cafe on State Road is on hold as Tisbury selectmen iron out confusion about the town’s alcohol licensing requirements.
Oak Bluffs Considers Office Relocation During Town Hall Construction
With a new town hall on the horizon in Oak Bluffs, a proposal to house some or all town offices at the regional high school has stirred debate.
Case Against Island Prosecutor Continues
A disciplinary proceeding for Cape and Islands prosecutor Laura Marshard continued this week in Boston.
Woman Hospitalized After Moped Accident
A New York woman was taken to Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Monday following a moped accident in Edgartown, according to police.
Hello, Wren
Lara and John Forté of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a daughter, Wren Zazie Forté, born June 8 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Summer Arts Shine
The Island has earned its rightful place as a thriving summer arts colony.
Slow Down
The landscape truck runs a four-way stop, nearly clipping an oncoming driver.
Trying to Balance All of Life’s Lessons
I have been living with the fear of falling since my late eighties and early nineties.
How to Shape the World? Embrace the Unexpected
When we entered through the doors of MVRHS four years ago, there were many things we did not yet know.
A Dream Realized Thanks to Hard Work and Lots of Help
I moved to the United States when I was three years old, and began my quest to become an American by overcoming hardships and working hard.
After Paris Withdrawal Real Work Begins
In everyone’s favorite 1940s movie, Rick tells Ilsa, “We’ll always have Paris”. Well, maybe not.
Village Life
Vineyard Haven and Edgartown of a century ago are recalled by one of the oldest Island residents.
Firing Is a Mistake
The recent firing of Joe Wooden, the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital’s chief executive officer, is a mistake.
Reinstate Joe Woodin
The wonderful staff and caregivers at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital treat their patients well.
Close Call
I recently had the scary experience of a close-call with a boy and his bike in a crosswalk in Vineyard Haven.
Coverage Missing
On June 3 a guest and I attended the annual recital by the young dancers from Rise studio.
Many Kindnesses
The family of Capt. Robert E. Kinnecom thanks family and friends for kindnesses during our time of bereavement.
Winds and Ends
If Peter Brannen, author of The Ends of the World, writes the way he recorded town meetings, the book will be a best seller.
Tyler Arrives
Megan and John Paul Vasconcelos of Edgartown announce the birth of a son, Tyler James Vasconcelos, born May 26.
West Tisbury Town Column: June 16
The weekend weather was terrific. The Father’s Day weather forecast is for a good day but Dad will relax no matter what the weather is.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: June 16
We are not the only town to have a picnic, even if it has to have a rain date. After the formation of their town 125 years ago, West Tisbury held its first Town Picnic last weekend at the Ag Hall. Food, beverages, games, camaraderie. Doing what we do best in season. This is always…
Student Art Show at Sculpin Gallery
The Old Sculpin Gallery is presenting its student scholarship winners show on Sunday, June 18.
Filmusic Festival
The film society is presenting its annual Filmusic Festival beginning Thursday, June 22.
Chilmark Town Column: June 16
Chilmark is enjoying the first real thunderstorm of the season with some loud thunder over Menemsha on Tuesday evening that had produced a pretty but cloudy sunset earlier. The storm caps two really hot days that folks would have called weather breeders back in the day. This Saturday is the annual children’s fair at the…
Blooming Art Show
The Blooming Art Show begins Thursday, June 22 and runs through June 25.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: June 16
It’s been a blast penning the Town of Oak Bluffs column since my first on June 22, 2012.
Oak Bluffs Harbor Festival
Celebrate the summer solstice in Oak Bluffs at the annual Harbor Festival.
Please Adopt Us
Is anyone hankering for a young female tabby cat?
Real Estate Transactions: June 5 to June 11
6 Magnuson Way Trust purchased 6 Magnuson Way in Edgartown from John W. Magnuson and Barbara M. Phillips for $980,000 on June 5.
Featherstone Center for the Arts Opens New Chapter
Thanks in part to an anonymous donation of $2.89 million, Featherstone has completed a new barn and pottery studio, greatly expanding facilities for the art center’s wide range of classes and events.
Faith in Creativity, Small Chapel Will Complete Featherstone Campus
In addition to the new art barn and pottery studio, a small chapel will soon make its way to the Featherstone Campus.
Rev it Up Old School for Father’s Day
Combustion powers the third annual Father’s Day Car-B-Q Classic this Sunday, June 18.
At the Bridge Table: June 16
Standards for game bids have loosened. Back in the day, players thought they needed 26 high-card points in a partnership.
Peak Breeding Season for Birds
Birds are territorial during the breeding season and do not move around much.
Carpenter Ants, Unwelcome Summer Guests
Foraging carpenter ants are looking for sweets and proteins, not unlike many of us.
Digging the Dogwoods
I’m not a big fan of hot and humid weather especially when it comes so quickly after cold and rainy.
In Vineyard Skies: Crescent Moon and Venus
The crescent moon passes by the bright planet Venus in the early morning sky in the coming week. Venus is high in the southeastern sky before sunrise and it will hold its place well into summer. Next Tuesday morning the thin crescent moon appears above and to the right of Venus. The two are closer…
Island Community Gives Back to Graduates at Class Night
The following scholarships were presented to the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School class of 2017 at class night on June 9.
On Chappy: June 16
Put this number in your cell phone — 508-627-8390 — and label it TTOR (The Trustees Of Reservations) beach information hotline.
Champions Again: Girls Tennis Team Claims Third State Title
The Martha’s Vineyard girls tennis team cruised to its third straight Division 3 state championship Wednesday, defeating Monument Mountain 5-0.
Transition Time at Farm Hub as Director Keith Wilda Departs
Island Grown Initiative’s Farm Hub will see a change in management as director Keith Wilda leaves this summer. Matthew Dix will replace him.
Aquinnah Town Column: June 16
Summer is almost here. We went from a low in the 30s a week ago, still wearing wool and turning the heat back on, to having the temperature in the 80s in less than a week.
Anna Hughes Graduates
Anna Hughes of West Tisbury graduated from Boston University with a degree in biomedical engineering.
Man Facing Drug Charges in Connection With Fatal Overdose
A 22-year-old Edgartown man was arraigned on drug charges last week after an investigation into a potential fatal overdose.
Charlotte Hall Graduates
Charlotte Louise Hall of Oak Bluffs graduated magna cum laude from Wheaton College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in studio art.
Devon Webster Graduates
Devon Webster of Vineyard Haven graduated from Union College Sunday.
Dean’s List at Quinnipiac
Zoe Listro and Ashlyn Tattersall of Vineyard Haven were named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Quinnipiac University.
Christine Conley Honored
Christine Conley of Vineyard Haven received the Nursing Achievement Award at the 48th annual awards recognition ceremony at Curry College.
New Barn at Felix Neck Welcomes Next Generation of Campers
Current, former and future campers, counselors, staff and donors gathered to celebrate the new Fern and Feather Natural History day camp barn at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary on Monday evening.
Scholarships Set a Record at $1.79 Million
A total of $1.79 million in scholarships was handed out this year to Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School seniors and postgraduates, setting a new record.
Like it Was Yesterday, West Tisbury Celebrates 125 Years
On Saturday Islanders gathered at the Agricultural Hall for the West Tisbury town picnic to commemorate the town’s 125th anniversary.
Featherstone Opens New Pottery Studio
There was excitement in the air on Sunday as the ribbon was cut on a new pottery studio at Featherstone Center for the Arts.
Regional High School Class of 2017 Steps Into the Future
The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School class of 2017 earned praise for resilience at commencement ceremonies in the Tabernacle Sunday afternoon.
Girls Tennis Advances; Boys Tennis and Baseball Lose Close Games
The girls tennis team is the lone Vineyard contender in post-season play, as the players continue their march today to a third consecutive state championship. Boys tennis and boys baseball both lost in their playoff games on Thursday in hard fought, close games.
New Kids on the Block and Seasoned Veterans Win Best of the Vineyard
Best of the Vineyard winners were announced Thursday at the Farm Neck Golf Club in Oak Bluffs.
Fishermen Question Charter Fishing Operation in Menemsha
Commercial fishermen packed the room for the Chilmark selectmen’s meeting Tuesday to voice concerns about a planned new charter fishing boat operation out of Menemsha.
Aquinnah Unveils New Town Website
The Island’s smallest town is working to come up to speed with the digital era.
Andrew Hakala Graduates
Andrew A. Hakala of Edgartown graduated from James Madison University with a degree in finance.
Dean’s List at UMass Dartmouth
Zackary Bernard of Vineyard Haven and Michelle Katz of Vineyard Haven were named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at UMass Dartmouth.
Dean’s List at University of Vermont
Elie Jordi of West Tisbury, Katherine Reid of Vineyard Haven, and Maisie Jarrell of West Tisbury were named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at the University of Vermont.
Chancellor’s List at UMass Dartmouth
Destiny De La Rosa of Vineyard Haven and Christopher Maciel of Vineyard Haven were named to the spring 2017 chancellor’s list at UMass Dartmouth.
Nathaniel Peters Graduates
Nathaniel Nashamoies Landon Peters graduated from Boston College as a Doctor of Philosophy in Theology. His dissertation was titled: The Trinitarian Dimensions of Cistercian Eucharistic Theology. Nathaniel will be the Director of The Morningside Institute, an educational nonprofit corporation in New York city, commencing in July. He will also serve as a lecturer at Columbia…
Tayla Kuehne Named to Dean’s List
Tayla Kuehne of Edgartown was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Lasell College.
Dean’s List at Northeastern University
Andrew Randall and Stuart Hersh were named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Northeastern University.
Christopher Parsons Graduates
Christopher Parsons of Oak Bluffs has graduated from the University of New Hampshire.
Eamon MacKenzie Graduates
Eamon MacKenzie of West Tisbury has graduated from the University of Vermont Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources.
Christine Conley Graduates
Christine Conley of Vineyard Haven graduated from Curry College with a Bachelor of Science degree.
Colgate University Graduates
Two Vineyard students have graduated from Colgate University.
Harry Hill Graduates
Harry W. Hill graduated from Colby College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics.
Cape Cod Community College Graduates
The following students have graduated from Cape Cod Community College.
Dylan Brockmeyer Graduates
Dylan Brockmeyer of Vineyard Haven graduated from the University of San Diego.
Taylor McNeely Named to Dean’s List
Taylor McNeely, of Vineyard Haven was named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Bucknell University.
