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 22, 2024
Percival Everett Wins National Book Award
Percival Everett won the National Book Award for his novel James, a retelling of the Mark Twain novel Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the slave, Jim’s, perspective.
Praying For Rain
As I write this on Tuesday evening, I’m hopeful that the weather forecast actually comes true on Thursday.
Thanksgiving Celestial Objects
Tonight's gibbous moon appears in the zodiacal constellation Leo. The moon is near the main star Regulus. The two rise together before midnight. Look tomorrow night and the last quarter moon appears right under Regulus. Use these early nights to enjoy the brilliance of the stars and planets without the moon. Venus is low in…
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Nov. 22
Edgartown Joshua H. Levinson and Kara Levinson purchased 5 Ogden Lane in Edgartown from 87West Tisbury Road LLC. for $2,750,000 on Nov. 13. LHL Trust LLC. purchased 5 Llewellyn Way in Edgartown from Stephen M. Carr Trust and Diane M. Carr Trust for $2,994,000 on Nov. 13. Oak Bluffs Elizabeth Edge and Lee Taberner purchased…
Chilmark Town Column: Nov. 22
Sometimes it’s hard to weave together the uplifting with the sorrow.
Chappy Town Column: Nov. 22
Here’s something to think about over the winter: fire hydrants on Chappy.
Edgartown Town Column: Nov. 22
Debbie MacInnis and I were going to The Barn in Oak Bluffs along Beach Road to play trivia.
West Tisbury Town Column: Nov. 22
Virginia Jones, a highly-principled member and chairman of the town’s planning board since the mid-1980s, has died.
Vineyard Haven Town Column: Nov. 22
Since next week is the big day, here is my Thanksgiving story.
Greetings Sarah
Suellen DeJesus Furtado and Joao Furtado, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a daughter, Sarah DeJesus Furtado, born on Nov. 16.
Welcome Leroy
Katie Chapman and Andy Chapman, of Vineyard Haven, announce the birth of a son, Leroy Charles Chapman, born on Nov. 18.
Hello Isabel
Riemary Pizzico and Douglas Pizzico, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a daughter, Isabel Pizzico, born on Nov. 13 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Isabel weighed 8 pounds, 11.9 ounces at birth.
Irruption
Scientists in the northern boreal forests have noted widespread crops of evergreen cones this year.
Behold the Bigeye
Little Red Riding Hood eyed the creature under the covers and suspected something was amiss.
New Report Considers Changes to Chilmark Community Center
A committee tasked with considering the future of the Chilmark Community Center is pondering changes to the management of the town hub.
Steamship COO Resigns, Leaving Boat Line to Fill Top Two Positions
The planned departure of Mark Higgins comes less than two years after he was hired, and is right on the heels of general manager Robert Davis’s announcement that he will step down next year and take on a consulting role.
Beantown Bonus Gives Island Cup an Added Thrill
The Island Cup is always a day to circle on the calendar. But this year, it’s an event to circle with a bigger, bolder marker.
Thanksgiving Artisans Festival Is a Holiday Treat
The Vineyard Artisan Festivals will display the Island’s best homemade goods at their annual Thanksgiving festival next week.
Firing Up the Kiln Is a Community Gathering of Potters
Island potters headed to Merry Farm Pottery last weekend for a wood-fired kiln celebration, bringing with them food, stories and examples of their own work to share with each other.
We Hear You
On behalf of the Steamship Authority Board, port council and staff, I want to extend a sincere thank you.
Forest for the Trees
As I understand it, DCR officials are proposing that 32 acres of eastern white pine be clear-cut at the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest.
Festival of Wreaths
The Festival of Wreaths returns to the Federated Church on Dec. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Great Bake-Off Fills the Heart
Baked goods bring the community together. That’s what Island baker Julia Blanter believes and how the first annual Great Martha’s Vineyard Bake-Off was born.
Felix Neck Fall Festival
The 44th annual Felix Neck Fall Festival takes place, Nov. 29, the day after Thanksgiving, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Please Adopt Us: Nov. 22
The adoption news of the week is that Judy, the tuxedo kitten, was snapped up immediately. Here’s to years of fun for everyone.
Celebrating a Blue Sapphire Anniversary
Earl and Jacqueline LaBatt recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary at a luncheon with their six children and spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Islanders Sound Off in Steamship Forum
Cancellations and diversions, elusive reservations, crew shortages and the slow progress toward a new Steamship Authority website were among the top concerns expressed by some three dozen Islanders who spoke during the two-hour public forum.
Vineyard’s NAACP Chapter Elects New President
The Martha’s Vineyard chapter of the NAACP has elected Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School educator Dhakir Warren to be president for a two-year term. The election took place on Saturday.
Steamship Authority Votes to Raise Most Rates
Ferry travel between the Islands and Cape Cod will cost more for nearly everyone next year, after the Steamship Authority board of governors voted 3-1 Tuesday morning to approve the 2025 operating budget.
Celebrating the Essential Work of Island Nonprofits
Nonprofits from across the Island gathered at the Grange Hall on Tuesday for the Martha’s Vineyard Community Foundation’s annual Community & Impact grant celebration.
Look Here
An important transfer of Edgartown real estate the past week is that of some 400 acres of land with building thereon located on or near Edgartown Great Pond.
Sitting a Spell With Ginny Jones
My first chat with Ginny Jones was a long one, as they all were, for Ginny didn’t do small talk.
Town Report Sheds Light on Tisbury Chief’s Firing
Tisbury’s termination of its fire chief came after accusations that the chief was in a romantic relationship with a subordinate, leading to allegations of favoritism and an uncomfortable work environment, according to a recently released report.
Vineyard House Honors Legacy of Lucy Cox
The family room in the women’s building at Vineyard House, the Island’s only sober living community, will be named for Lucy Cox, a longtime supporter of the the organization and its mission.
Ginny Jones Was a Fierce Advocate for the Vineyard
Virginia (Ginny) Jones, whose roots in West Tisbury were as strong and deep as her love for the town and for a way of life on the Vineyard she feared was disappearing, died on Nov. 13. She was 82.
West Tisbury Enacts New Residential Tax Exemption
The board approved a 5 per cent residential exemption at its meeting Wednesday, allowing some of the property tax burden to shift onto owners of second homes and rental properties.
New Plein Air Exhibit Is a Seasonal Showcase
Seasons on the Vineyard, Alex Elvin’s solo exhibition at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center, has turned into a runaway success for the West Tisbury painter.
West Tisbury Town Column: Nov. 18
Virginia Jones, a highly-principled member and chairman of the town’s planning board since the mid-1980s, has died.
The No-Nonsense Generosity of Educator Bob Moore
Former director of the Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School, Bob Moore, died on Friday.
Standing Together to Break the Silence
Nearly a hundred people gathered at the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School on Saturday morning for a walk to raise awareness about the effects of addiction on the family and friends of those struggling with substance abuse.
Meshacket Commons Housing Development Breaks Ground
Silver and green shovels struck the ground Thursday marking the beginning of construction for Meshacket Commons, an affordable housing complex off Meshacket Road in Edgartown.
Island Fire Chiefs Issue Outdoor Open Flame Ban
Dukes County has issued a ban on outdoor open flames until Nov. 22 due to a statewide drought.
Mark Higgins Resigns as Steamship’s Chief Operating Officer
The Steamship Authority is parting ways with its chief operating officer following his resignation this week.
MVC Changes Course and Votes to Review Spring Street Home
A controversial redevelopment in Vineyard Haven is headed to the Martha’s Vineyard Commission, which voted 10-4 Thursday night to accept 97 Spring street as a development of regional impact.
Ravizza Pleads Not Guilty to West Tisbury Charges
Jared Ravizza pleaded not guilty to one count of assault and battery on a household member and another count of vandalizing property in West Tisbury.
