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
August 18, 2023
Ms. Foundation Fireside Chat Lifts Up Women of Color
The Ms. Foundation returned to the Vineyard this week for its 10th annual Ms. on Martha’s cocktail gathering and conversation.
Star Antares and the Moon
The bright waxing gibbous moon will cross over the bright star Antares on Thursday, August 24 at 10 p.m. The time to watch is well before, when you can more easily see the two together. Then watch as the moon slowly approaches the star. Antares is one of the brightest stars in our summer sky.…
Ferris Wheel Beckons as Agricultural Fair Begins
The 161st Agricultural Fair opened Thursday morning in West Tisbury, a tradition that dates back to 1858. Nearly 2,000 people attended that first fair, which was held for one day on October 27, 1858, the traditional harvest season.
Synchronicity
100 million years from here / Two galaxies collide. / 10 million light years from here / two solar systems unite.
Big Money
From the August 20, 1926 edition of the Vineyard Gazette:
Farm and Field: Manure Magic
In this time of summer hustle, as the harvest of high-season gardens abound, I find my mind often turning to the subject of manure.
Striper Season Comes to a Close
The commercial striped bass fishing season has ended early in Massachusetts, after the state Division of Marine Fisheries projected the annual quota for the fish was reached last week.
Illumination Night Lights the Way in Oak Bluffs
Both newcomers and longtime attendees reveled in Illumination Night Wednesday. The annual tradition dates back more than 150 years when the event was first held to welcome the governor of Massachusetts to the Island.
Historic Chip Chop Home Goes on the Market for $24 Million
Chip Chop, the richly storied waterfront estate built by stage actress Katharine Cornell that has graced the entrance to Lake Tashmoo in Vineyard Haven for nearly 80 years, goes up for sale today.
Cyanobacteria Bloom Found in Squibnocket Pond
A cyanobacteria bloom in Squibnocket Pond has rendered its waters unsafe for both humans and animals, according to an advisory made by the Chilmark board of health.
From Sculpture to Painting, Ashley Medowski’s Art Brings Joy
Whether gazing at Menemsha fishing shacks or standing outside of her Lambert’s Cove gallery, Ashley Medowski’s artistic inspiration comes from the peace she finds up-Island.
Please Adopt Us
We are ecstatic to report that hound dog Teddy’s adoption has been finalized.
Land Bank Revenues
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $93,082.65 for the business week ending on Friday, August 11, 2023.
Recent Real Estate Transaction: Week Ending August 11
DLHO LLC purchased 31 Cross Rip Lane in Chilmark from Elizabeth Bennet LLC for $995,000 on August 9.
Grab Your Binoculars
Alright, let’s go! Grab your binoculars.
Reliable Rain
I admit that my memory is becoming a bit faulty but I cannot recall ever getting reliable rain in the month of August.
A New Leaf
It’s a good time to turn over a new leaf.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: August 18
Talented artists entered their work in the annual All Island Art Show.
Oak Bluffs Town Column: August 18
James Hester must be lauded for curating two fabulous events this summer that drew thousands to the Tabernacle and hundreds to Union Chapel.
Edgartown Town Column: August 18
We have been up and down with the weather.
Chilmark Town Column: August 18
They say life is a roller coaster ride of events and here on Martha’s Vineyard some of the biggest events are squeezed into one week.
Chappaquiddick Town Column: August 18
Remember to attend the Chappaquiddick Island Association’s sponsored forum on Saturday, August 19 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Steamship Ferries Plagued By Sandy Hyannis Harbor
The shallow harbor in Hyannis recently caused one Steamship ferry to go out for emergency repairs and officials are pushing for new harbor dredging.
Greetings to Wade
Keelan Parker and Mike Parker, of Aquinnah, announce the birth of a son, Wade Everett Parker, born on August 15.
Hello Helena
Raiane Fernandes Guimares and Cleriton Guimares Jr. of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Helena Fernandes Guimares.
Welcome Adelyn
Tessa Rebello and James Rebello, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Adelyn Joy Rebello, born on August 14.
From Harlem to Hollywood Is a Tale Told By Many Voices
On Saturday, August 19, Malik Yoba introduces more than a dozen of his characters at the Tabernacle in Oak Bluffs as he performs his one-man show Harlem to Hollywood
Community and Impact Grant Applications Open
The Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation has opened the next round of applications for its Community and Impact grants.
Bridge Column: August 18
What was going on here? I was sitting North-South with Paul Laliberte and east was dealing, with East-West vulnerable: NORTH (me) …
Missing Line Cited In Sankaty Slip Away
The Steamship Authority is updating its staff training program following an internal investigation of last month’s accident in Woods Hole, where the M/V Sankaty came loose from its slip.
Hospital Reports New Covid Wave
The hospital has seen 43 patients with Covid in the past month, chief nursing operations officer Claire Seguin said, three of which have been hospitalized.
Land Bank Plans to Give Goats New Shelter
The approval of a new awning for the Land Bank Goats comes after a meeting last month between land bank staff, the Agricultural Society and Island animal control officers on the wellbeing of the herd.
MVY Radio Awards Business Diversity Initiative Grants
MVY radio has awarded its eighth round of Business Diversity Initiative grants to local businesses.
Scrimshaw Show Brings Old and New Together at the Carnegie
Scrimshaw, the centuries-old art of decorating ivory and bone from sea creatures, is getting a new appreciation at the Carnegie Heritage Center in Edgartown.
Man Arrested For Break-Ins, Threats
Radu-George Radoi, of Romania, was arrested around 6:45 a.m. Sunday and has been charged with defacing property, resisting arrest, assault, threat to commit a crime and two counts of breaking and entering.
Pine Beetle Infestation Invades Island Forests
Rapidly, at a pace of 10 feet per day, an infection of southern pine beetle is spreading in the pitch pine forest at Sheriff’s Meadow’s Phillips Preserve near Lake Tashmoo.
Revolution Wind Promises Fewer Turbines Off Aquinnah
Revolution Wind says it will cut down on the number of turbines it is proposing to put in the waters off Martha’s Vineyard in order to reduce the number that can be seen from Aquinnah. Tribe officials remain concerned about the project.
Chamber of Commerce Holds Fundraising Raffle
The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce is holding a fundraising raffle with $10,000 as the prize.
ACE MV Awarded Program Expansion Grant
ACE MV has received a $50,000.00 grant from the West Chop Community Fund.
Tisbury Sets Road Closures for Beach Road Weekend
Causeway Road and Lagoon Pond Road in Vineyard Haven will be closed to non-resident traffic during the three-day Beach Road Weekend festival.
Louisa Gould Gallery Celebrates Two Decades
Celebrating 20 years as a home to more than 300 Island artists, the Louisa Gould Gallery held a champagne toast last week to celebrate the artists and community who have made its success possible.
Croquet Club Has a Ball in Sandwich Match
Gathered at their usual playing field behind the Boys and Girls Club, brandishing long wooden mallets and donning floppy cloth hats, members of the Edgartown Croquet Club faced off against their counterparts and friendly rivals from Sandwich.
West Tisbury Reviews Council on Aging Term Limits
The West Tisbury select board Wednesday learned that two members of the Up-Island Council on Aging board are apparently in violation of the council’s bylaws. The bylaws say members can’t serve more than two consecutive terms.
Vineyard Sound Performs End of Summer Show
With pastels, perfect pitch and a 30-song repertoire, Vineyard Sound will ends its summer season with its annual Farewell to Summer Show at the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown at 7 p.m. on August 19.
Army Corps Takes Comments on Eversource Fifth Cable Plans
Eversource says it is proposing to build the new electric cable, as well as replace one of the existing ones, in order to deliver reliable and safe electricity.
Built on Stilts Takes Up Residence at Union Chapel
Built on Stilts dance festival opened its 27th year with shows last weekend at Union Chapel in Oak Bluffs. Each night has a different lineup — Saturday night’s show included 12 pieces.
Cottagers, Inc. Celebrates the Past and Looks to the Future
The Cottagers, Inc. of Martha’s Vineyard kicked off a capital campaign last week to restore Cottagers’ Corner in Oak Bluffs with a Sundown Soiree at Featherstone Center for the Arts.
Vineyard Preservation Trust Names New Board Chair
The Vineyard Preservation Trust announced Friday that Josh McCall will succeed John Klein as the 48-year-old organization’s new Board Chair.
Kamala Harris Makes Reelection Bid at Vineyard Fundraisers
At a fundraiser at the regional high school Saturday, the Vice President touted her administration’s accomplishments before 400 supporters.
Ortmans Wins Chilmark Road Race Again
Charlie Ortmans, 18, won the Chilmark Road Race for the second year in a row with a time of 15:14. Marian Johnson was the first female finisher for the sixth time, crossing the line at 17:42.
Time to Move Forward
It has been nine years since Spike Smith, David Wallis and I formed MV@Play with the goal of improving the playing fields at the high school.
MVC Approves Extension for High School Fields Project
The two-year period of validity for the commission’s approval was set to expire August 27 because no work had begun on the project.
Vineyard Haven Library Launches Challenge Grant
The Vineyard Haven Public Library Building Fund, Inc. has announced a $150,000 challenge grant for the library’s capital campaign.
