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 1, 2018
Please Adopt Us
Three black and white cats are living in the cat room.
Island Health Care Adds Space With Mobile RV Unit
Island Health Care in Edgartown has added more space in the form of a refurbished 34-foot RV, a gift from Duffy Health Center in Hyannis. It will stay parked alongside the clinic near the Triangle.
Martha’s Vineyard Hospital to Host Community Forum
The Martha’s Vineyard Hospital will host a community forum at the performing arts center on June 5 at 5 p.m.
On Martha’s Vineyard, Primary Care Search Is Hard Puzzle to Solve
After months of trying to book an appointment with a doctor on the Island, Pamela Belain of West Tisbury turned to social media early this spring.
Busy Season Has Arrived, but Summer Workers Have Not
The summer labor shortage on the Vineyard is nothing new, but this year many business owners feel it is worse than ever.
Aquinnah Special Town Meeting Takes Up Funding Requests
A special town meeting is set in Aquinnah next week to take up small funding requests that did not make it on the annual warrant last month.
Charter School Seniors Ready to Make Their Mark
In a class so small everyone is on the same group text, seniors at the Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School said they’ve formed deep bonds.
Graduation Day
On Sunday, June 3, at 1:30 p.m. the charter school community will cheer on this year’s graduating class.
Walk On
People who walk in the woods to get away from technology may be surprised to discover their pleasure enhanced by a new app.
Dean’s List at University of Vermont
Elie Jordi of West Tisbury and Kyra Whalen of Vineyard Haven were named to the spring 2018 dean’s list at the University of Vermont.
New Multiple Listing Service Enters Market
A new multiple listing service for Vineyard real estate is set to launch June 1, as a leading Cape Cod Realtors group looks to plant a flag in the lucrative Island real estate market.
Land Bank Revenues: May 25
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $173,413 for the business week ending on Friday, May 25, 2018.
Cooking for Love in All the Right Places
For better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, to make meals or reservations.
Metal Heads
The old gilded weather vane that formerly crowned the steeple of the Federated Church in Edgartown hasn’t had an easy time of it.
Dean’s List at Northeastern University
Constance Chandler of Edgartown and Brooke Lundgren of Edgartown were named to the spring 2017 dean’s list at Northeastern University.
Gage Rancich Named to Dean’s List
Gage Rancich of Vineyard Haven was named to the spring 2018 dean’s honor roll at Oklahoma City University.
Alexandra Barlett Named to Dean’s List
Alexandra Barlett of Vineyard Haven was named to the spring 2018 dean’s list at Lasell College.
Mobile Clinic Arrives
Island Health Care Community Health Center in Edgartown recently received a donation of a mobile health clinic.
Soul Lifting Enterprise
My thoughts concerning the young man (and his colleagues) who left Harvard one semester before graduating to defeat cancer.
Cape Cod Community College Graduates
Several Island students have graduated from Cape Cod Community College.
Jeremy Alley-Tarter Graduates
Jeremy Alley-Tarter of Vineyard Haven graduated from Assumption College with a bachelor’s degree.
Dean’s List at Emmanuel College
Sarah Thomas of Edgartown and Pearl Vercruysse of Chilmark were named to the spring 2018 dean’s list at Emmanuel College.
Landry Harlan Graduates
Landry Harlan graduated from Boston University with a master’s degree in journalism.
Alison Daigle Named to Dean’s List
Alison Daigle of Edgartown has been named to the spring 2018 dean’s list at Curry College.
Ryan Uva Graduates
Ryan Uva of West Tisbury graduated from NHTI Concord’s Community College with a major in sports management.
Olivia de Geofroy Graduates
Olivia de Geofroy of West Tisbury graduated from Westminster Choir College of Princeton, N.J. on May 12.
Edgartown Town Column: June 1
I think we had every kind of weather this past weekend. We had wind, we had sun, we had heat then it rained and the temperature went down.
On Chappy: June 1
On Sunday June 3, there will be only one Chappy ferryboat in service. It will be the shorter of the two so expect a delay.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: June 1
It was so cold over Memorial Day weekend I was certainly glad I had not put my winter coat and snow shovel away.
West Tisbury Town Column: June 1
Well, Anna and I went down to North Carolina to attend her nephew, Nick Pohl’s graduation ceremony at Davidson College.
Riddle of the Graveyard
The Edgartown Library will host Peter Hufstader, the author of the new seagoing thriller The Riddle of the Graveyard.
DeWalt Tools Sale
Vineyard Home Center will host a DeWalt tools sale on Friday morning.
Fly Rod Catch and Release Tournament
The Rod & Gun Club hosts the 27th Fly Rod Striped Bass Catch & Release Tournament on June 2 and 3.
Rise Dance Show
Rise Vineyard Performing Arts is hosting their end of year show this weekend.
Chilmark Town Column: June 1
Abel’s Hill Cemetery is peaceful and beautiful at all times of the year provided we all remember to take care of the plots where our loved ones are laid to rest.
Real Estate Transactions: May 21 to May 27
Peter and Kyra McGrath purchased 50 Greenwood avenue in Vineyard Haven from Catherine A. Kinney for $1,289,500 on May 21.
Aging with Wisdom
For years, Olivia Ames Hoblitzelle was a teacher of mind/body medicine and mindfulness meditation.
Boat Licensing Event
State officials are coming to the Vineyard next weekend for a two-day boat registration event.
Cross-Island Hike
This year’s hike, takes place on Saturday, June 2, beginning at 8:15 a.m.
Church Choir Concert
On June 3 at 3 p.m., the choir of the First Congregational Church of West Tisbury performs a concert of choral music.
Gibbous Moon and Mars
Great news for all those backyard astronomers who love to look at distant planets.
Edgartown Says Yes to Political Floats for July Fourth Parade
Edgartown selectmen have agreed to allow political floats in the town’s Fourth of July parade this year, a deviation from longstanding tradition.
Who Will Be Best of the Vineyard 2018?
Winners of the 2018 Best of the Vineyard awards will be announced on Thursday, June 7.
Wondrous Wisteria, the Voracious Vine
Wisteria is no shrinking violet. This voracious vine is not lacking in size, scent or celebrity.
Impressive Lilac and Noteworthy Yards
Last weekend’s weather brought climate change into focus. Saturday was so hot there was some complaining and whining on the job site.
Brown Pelican Visits the Vineyard
At least one brown pelican was spotted on May 28. Maybe more than one is present.
Aquinnah Town Column: June 1
Aquinnah is blossoming, temperatures reaching the 70s, shad bushes are in full bloom, as are the rosa rugosa. A few hearty souls have already been swimming.
Sharks Are Back, Hungry for Baseball
The Martha’s Vineyard Sharks are set to kick off their season on Thursday, May 31 with a home game against the North Shore Navigators.
Announcing Elijah
Jessey and Chez Powell of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Elijah Ruben Powell, born May 24 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital.
Loose Gear Hitting Emergency Stop Caused Fast Ferry Incident
Unsecured gear became loose and hit an emergency stop button, causing the Rhode Island Fast Ferry to lose power off Oak Bluffs Sunday.
Catboats and Banjo Skills Lead Local Bachelor to Reality TV Show
On Monday night, Ryan Peterson received a coveted rose sending him to the next round of the reality TV series, the Bachelorette. He watched the moment with family and friends on the Cape.
Climate Change Tops Agenda for Coastal Conference
Climate change, renewable energy and nitrogen remediation are a few of the topics at the third Martha’s Vineyard Coastal Conference next week.
Preliminary Plan for Flat Point Farm Wins MVC Approval
The Martha’s Vineyard Commission last week unanimously approved a preliminary plan for Flat Point Farm in West Tisbury.
Changing of the Guard at Station Menemsha
Next month, U.S. Coast Guard master chief Robert Riemer hands over his command after a successful four-year tour at station Menemsha.
Vineyard Honors Fallen Veterans at Memorial Day Parade
The annual Memorial Day parade stepped off smartly in Vineyard Haven Monday under overcast skies and a solemn air.
Charter School Celebrates Retiring Director Bob Moore
Teachers and friends gathered for a barbecue Sunday to celebrate director Robert Moore, who is retiring after 20 years at the school.
Island Celebrates Memorial Day
Flags went up early Monday as the Island joined the rest of the country in celebrating Memorial Day. A parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the American Legion Hall in Vineyard Haven.
After Incident, Fast Ferry Heads Home to Rhode Island
The Ava Pearl was headed back to Rhode Island early Sunday evening following an incident when she lost power off Oak Bluffs.
Main Street Park Is Lasting Memorial to CB Stark
Friends and family of the late Island jeweler Cheryl Stark gathered next to CB Stark Jewelers in Vineyard Haven Saturday morning for the dedication of Stark Park on the corner of Main and Union streets.
Squibnocket Beach Reopens
After years of planning, legal battles and a winter of ferocious coastal storms, Squibnocket Beach officially opened to the public on Friday.
Schoolchildren Mark Traditional Start to Holiday
Schoolchildren in Edgartown, Vineyard Haven and Chilmark held march to the sea ceremonies Friday.
Hospital Board Chairman Steps Down
Martha’s Vineyard hospital board chairman Timothy Sweet has stepped down.
Slow Down in Oak Bluffs: Selectmen Lower Speed Limits
Oak Bluffs selectmen have approved a measure that will lower the speed limit on most town streets to 25 miles per hour.
Selectmen Ask Architects to Revise Drawings for New Town Hall
Oak Bluffs selectmen sent the new town hall project back to the architect’s drawing board for cost cutting revisions, after the sole bid came in high.
