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
November 3, 2017
In Vineyard Skies: Jupiter, Venus and Mars
The morning sky fills with planets this month. Jupiter and Venus will be in conjunction.
Trade Wind Walkers Battle Land Bank Over Fence
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank’s plan to fence off a large sandplain grassland field at the Trade Wind Fields Preserve in Oak Bluffs has caused devoted users to gather in opposition.
Raising the Bar
On Saturday night, Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish will take center state at the Agricultural Hall, just as they have every November since 1994 when Islanders got together to put up a new building out of an old dairy barn.
Agricultural Society Looks to the Future
On Saturday night, the Barn Raisers’ Ball will mark the 24th anniversary of the year the Vineyard rallied to raise an old frame for a new barn. This year the ball will include a donation jar.
Land Bank Revenues: Oct. 27
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $332,580 for the business week ending on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017.
Welcome, Julian
Catherine Walton and Kyle Anderson of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Julian James Anderson, born Oct. 26 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Hello, Allan
Bianca and Allan Dutton of Oak Bluffs announce the birth of a son, Allan Lourdan Bacsal Dutton, born Oct. 27 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Support Group for Loss of a Child
A support group for families grieving the death of a child will begin on Monday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at the West Tisbury Public Library.
Land Bank Revenues: Oct. 27
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $460,480 for the business week ending on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. The land bank receives its funds from a two per cent fee charged on many Vineyard real estate transactions.
Family Planning Clinic Temporarily Relocated
The Martha’s Vineyard Family Planning Clinic has been displaced because of water damage to the clinic’s offices.
Real Estate Transactions: Oct. 23 to Oct. 29
OB Perch LLC purchased 26 Greenleaf Avenue in Oak Bluffs from Martha Cargill and Reeve Kelsey Biggers Jr. for $2,200,000 on Oct. 27.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Nov. 3
No one can dispute the imagination and invention of the students at our charter school. Yet again they have delighted our town with their display of scarecrows.
West Tisbury Town Column: Nov. 3
The weekend weather was a mix, first pure Indian summer that allowed you to get a lot of outdoor chores done in preparation for winter without freezing.
Chilmark Town Column: Nov. 3
Periodically, I hope to include in the Chilmark column a guest appearance from the woman who kept us fed with all of the newsy tidbits she could get her hands on over the past, let’s just say, many years.
Aquinnah Town Column: Nov. 3
The storm over the weekend left many branches and trees falling across the Vineyard.
On Chappy: Nov. 3
Gerry Jeffers died on a Monday. That evening and the next day we made sure that the word got out.
Edgartown Town Column: Nov. 3
Mother Nature sure did some housecleaning on Sunday night.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: Nov. 3
Last week on her popular Rachel Maddow Show, in her own inimitable style, Rachel reminded America that the prince of Oak Bluffs, our very own Edward W. Brooke.
Customer Service Award
The Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank received the 2017 Martha’s Business Award for Outstanding Customer Service.
Emergency Planning
In early October, three Massachusetts Maritime Academy cadets enrolled in the school’s emergency management degree program traveled to Oak Bluffs.
Roster Depleted, Vineyard Football Cancels Island Cup
Faced with injuries and disciplinary dismissals, the regional high school decided Thursday to forfeit the end of the varsity football season, including the Island Cup.
Tuesdays in the Newsroom to Feature Vineyard Viet Nam Veterans
On Tuesday, Nov. 14, the Gazette’s Tuesdays in the Newsroom series will feature a discussion with various Island veterans of the Viet Nam War.
When Angels Appear, Art Happens
Chances are you’ve seen Alexander Campbell on one of his daily walks in Vineyard Haven.
Barn Raisers’ Ball
Get ready to celebrate autumn, community and the Agricultural Society at the annual Barn Raisers’ Ball.
Duo of Musical Davids to Perform Chamber Music Concert
A pair of Davids — David Behnke (baritone) and David Rhoderick (organist) — are teaming up for an afternoon of chamber music to be held at The First Congregational Church of West Tisbury on Sunday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m.
Art With Miss Lani Is on the Move
Lani Carney (or Miss Lani as everyone calls her) is on the move.
Ruth Epstein Art Show
Ruth Epstein is having a solo art show this month at the West Tisbury Library.
Vineyard Bookshelf: Going Public by Norm Champ
Norm Champ’s new book Going Public: My Adventures Inside the SEC and How to Prevent the Next Devastating Crisis, succeeds in being both entertaining and instructing.
Cell Tower Monstrosity
Concerning the email my family sent expressing support for AT&T’s proposed Chappaquiddick cell tower, we had no idea at that time what plans were.
Exceptional Care
I recently had the experience of delivering a healthy baby boy at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Fix the Flooding
Today’s torrential rain caused some flooding in typical areas. I witnessed one of the worst, in Edgartown’s Stop & Shop parking lot.
Thanks to Nelson Bryant
The article about getting his trench knife back says he was talking to a civilian who wouldn’t know a bayonet from a trench knife.
George G. Gifford’s Store
As recently as a quarter of a century ago and long back in time before that, every Vineyarder knew Gifford’s Store.
When Migrating Birds Linger
Most of the spotted sandpipers are now well south of the Vineyard, as their migration peaks in August and September.
When the Autumn Wind Comes Blowing In
Last weekend’s big wind event happened on the fifth anniversary of Super Storm Sandy.
Vernal Pools Are Wetlands Wonder
Though it is fall, it is a good time for wetland lovers to spring into action to protect vernal pools.
Family Planning Temporarily Relocates
The Martha’s Vineyard Family Planning Clinic has been displaced from its home in Vineyard Haven because of unexpected water damage.
Police Chiefs in Two Vineyard Towns Will Retire
Dan Hanavan in Tisbury and Dan Rossi in West Tisbury have announced plans to retire, leaving vacancies in the top police job in two of the six Island towns.
From Deejay to Director, Barbara Dacey Has Kept Vineyarders in Tune
For 32 years, Barbara Dacey has been the voice of radio station WMVY. Last month she announced that she will step away from the station at the end of the year.
Halloween Candy Check Advised
Oak Bluffs police are warning parents to take a close look at their children’s candy after a prescription pill was found in a trick or treat pail.
Woman Medflighted to Boston Following Accident
An unidentified woman was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital Tuesday after being hit by a car, according to state police.
Bank Wins Customer Service Award
The Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank recently received the 2017 Martha’s Award for Outstanding Customer Service from the Chamber of Commerce.
Fuel Assistance
The Fuel Assistance Program has opened for applications. Island residents who think they qualify are encouraged to apply.
Installation Celebrates New Pastor
On Sunday, Nov. 5, the Rev. David G. Berube, will be installed as the new pastor of the Federated Church in Edgartown.
Former Homewners Win Court Award
A former longtime Vineyard Haven family won a substantial judgment in superior court last week in a case that dates to 2013 when the state took and demolished their home in order to build the new Lagoon Pond drawbridge.
Board Recommends Reprimand for Prosecutor
Assistant district attorney Laura Marshard violated the rules when she met with a witness without having his attorney present, a Board of Bar Overseers panel said.
Families Flock to Farm Hub for Island Grown Fall Fest
A new Martha’s Vineyard festival made its debut Saturday at Thimble Farm in Oak Bluffs, where the nonprofit Island Grown Initiative hosted a fall fest at its Farm Hub greenhouses and gardens.
Storm Buffets Vineyard With High Winds, Rough Seas
A blustery overnight storm that passed over the Vineyard Sunday and Monday downed trees and roughed up seas. Ferries were cancelled for most of the day, but began running again at about 5 p.m.
At 780,000 Miles, Ferry Martha’s Vineyard Gets a Makeover
Nearly 25 years after the M/V Martha’s Vineyard began her daily seven-mile passages between Woods Hole and the Vineyard, the Steamship Authority ferry is getting a $17.4 million makeover.
Putting a New Spin on Things at Alex’s Place
Alex’s Place, a community center where teenagers can draw comics, learn to play the ukulele and escape the numerous pressures of Island life, has a new director with a new philosophy for the space.
Study Finds Gaps in Reproductive Health Care
Reproductive health care on the Vineyard is notably lacking in education, communication and access. This was the conclusion of eight rural scholars who recently spent two weeks on the Island studying the issue.
