Dylan Thomas
The birds of the winged trees flying my name Above the farms and the white horses I rose in rainy autumn And walked abroad in a shower of all my days. – Dylan Thomas
December 13, 2024
Welcome Rowena
Tara Gayle and Cortlandt Cammann, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Rowena Cammann-Gayle, born on Dec. 7 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Rowena weighed 8 pounds, 4.6 ounces at birth.
Hello Aelita
Mutita Chumee and Gene Erez, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Aelita Erez, born on Dec. 6 at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. Aelita weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces at birth.
Recent Real Estate Transactions: Week Ending Dec. 8
South House LLC. purchased 82 South Road in Chilmark from Edward Painter for $1,830,000 on Dec. 5.
In the Grove
From the Dec. 15, 1933 edition of the Vineyard Gazette:
Chappy Town Column: Dec. 13
Good news, the Chappy Community Center 2025 calendars are now available. Purchase online at the CCC website or in person at the holiday tea this coming Sunday, Dec. 15 between 2 and 4 p.m.
Chilmark Town Column: Dec. 13
Santa’s helpers have been hard at work preparing for the man in the red suit to make a pit stop at the CCC next Thursday, Dec. 19 to distribute the first gifts of Christmas.
West Tisbury Town Column: Dec. 13
Oak Bluffs has that magical tree lighting evening, as well as its lustrous color block holiday scenes in Ocean Park. Not to mention talented woodworker Bob Gatchell’s annual exhibit at his home on County Road.
Edgartown Town Column: Dec. 13
We are about to get some heavy rain and wind, and I am hoping all the decorating work the town and businesses did stays intact for the weekend.
Believe It!
Sandra Talanian reports: “I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw a hummingbird in downtown Vineyard Haven on Dec. 2!
Family Lineage
Berta Welch sources quahogs from Menemsha Pond that she works into jewelry.
A Neighborly Tradition for One Hundred Thirty Years
One hundred and thirty years ago the first Neighborhood Convention meeting took place, organized by Rev. Willard Packard, who began the tradition in 1894.
Making a Compost Comeback
Four months after Island Grown Initiative closed the Vineyard’s only community composting center, the nonprofit has unveiled a new plan that uses advanced technology to process food waste from homes and schools.
Green Villa and Oak Bluffs Grapple Over Housing Project
Earlier this fall, the town filed a lawsuit against Green Villa, claiming the developer is attempting to circumnavigate the way large housing projects have gone through the permitting process for years.
Light Up, Cue Santa, It’s Christmas in Edgartown Again
This weekend Christmas in Edgartown arrives, with the annual lighthouse lighting taking place Friday night, and the parade down Main street beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday.
Meeting House Way Plan Returns With Rentals, Duplexes
The developers behind a controversial housing proposal intended for the outskirts of Edgartown are coming back before Island planners with a new plan to develop up to 54 acres of land for 36 rental units, 12 duplexes and 26 single-family lots.
land bank Revenues: Week Ending Dec. 6
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank reported revenues of $363,665.02 for the business week ending on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024.
A Christmas Carol: Live and On-Air
Circuit Arts is celebrating the holidays by reinventing a classic with the premiere of A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play.
When The Commish Is Part of the Family
There was no text on Christmas. Nothing on New Year’s Day. Or on my birthday. No back and forth the night of the Super Bowl. Or when the Boston Celtics clinched their 18th title.
Pink Paintings Exhibit
Harriet Bernstein’s exhibit The Pink Paintings is currently on display at The West Tisbury Library. There will be a reception on Friday, Dec. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Dancing for the Joy of the Season
The RISE Vineyard Performing Arts is hosting its 15th annual holiday show Season’s Greetings: A Holiday Dance Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Please Adopt Us: Dec. 13
The adoption new of the week is that the torbie kittens, Pippin and Meryl, have and adoption pending where they will be able to spend their lives together. Fingers crossed for this wonderful holiday present for all.
Court report: Week Ending Dec. 13
The following cases were heard in Edgartown district court.
Library Spending Tops Tisbury Town Meeting
Tisbury will hold a special town meeting Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center in Oak Bluffs. The meeting begins at 7 p.m.
SSA Bids Farewell to Gay Head, Welcomes New Freight Boat
The Steamship Authority this week sold off the M/V Gay Head, just days before the M/V Barnstable is set to make its first trip to Nantucket.
Sheriff’s Officer Arrested for Rape
Craig A. Daley, who has worked as a corrections officer at the sheriff’s office, pleaded not guilty to assault and battery on a household or family member and rape in Edgartown District Court on Monday and was ordered held without bail.
Island Grown Seeks New Co-Leader
Island Grown Initiative announced Friday that co-executive director Michelle Gittlen will leave the food and agriculture nonprofit in April, 2025, one year after she stepped into the shared leadership position.
Winter Sports Season Is Ready to Roll
Winter sports are back in action at the high school as the Vineyard’s student athletes ramp up for basketball, hockey, indoor track, wrestling and swimming.
Vineyard Haven Revels in Holiday Cheer
Downtown Vineyard Haven’s monthly First Friday event ballooned into a three-day Christmas party over the weekend, complete with two tree lightings and two visits from Santa Claus.
Finding Holiday Treasures at the Aquinnah Artisans Fair
Neighbors exchanged warm greetings while sipping on soup from Orange Peel Bakery, while artisans shared new techniques and styles they used to make their ceramics, clothing and jewelry.
Vineyard Wind Withstands Another Legal Challenge
A panel of judges with the U.S. First Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s decision on Dec. 5, saying claims that the federal government mishandled the approval process for the wind farm were unfounded.
Oak Bluffs Library Opens Used Book Shop
A new addition to Circuit avenue, Books Among Friends, has opened to raise money for the Oak Bluffs Public Library.
Honoring the Hunt by Using All of the Deer
Blake Wasson has been hunting since he was a kid. For him, it is a way to honor the forests and spend time outdoors. Recently, he has taught himself how to tan hides and make decorative pieces.
Health Officials Begin Alpha-gal Survey
As alpha-gal syndrome rapidly spreads across the Vineyard, Island public health officials are hoping to gauge the public’s concern over the meat allergy and gather important information that could aid in future research.
MVC Approves Mixed-Income Subdivision in Edgartown
A unanimous vote by the Martha’s Vineyard Commission has cleared the way for a mixed-income subdivision in Edgartown that reserves building lots and an apartment duplex for deed-restricted purchase by year-round Islanders.
Endangered Turtle Dies After Being Cold Stunned
Six sea turtles have washed up on Vineyard shores this season as water temperatures around the region begin to drop.
Chilmark Looks for a Way Forward on Community Center
Chilmark town officials are suggesting the town go out to bid to find an organization to run the town community center’s summer programs, but fear there won’t be enough time to do it this year.
