The meeting room above the firehouse at Beetlebung corner in Chilmark is long, narrow and low-ceilinged.

Emily Parr and Bradley Myers, of Chilmark, announce the birth of a daughter, Charlotte Estelle Myers, born on Jan. 22.

Vanessa Czarnecki and Matthew Sharkovitz, of West Tisbury, announce the birth of a daughter, Zoey Christina Sharkovitz, born in Jan. 22.

Jennifer and Delmont Araujo, of Aquinnah, announce the birth of a daughter, Emerson Virginia Araujo, born on Jan. 23.

Poliana and Raphael Dos Santos, of Edgartown, announce the birth of a daughter, Clarice Helena Dos Santos, born on Jan. 27.

Yes, it is still cold, the wind is still blowing and the ponds are surprisingly not frozen.

One small delight on a chilly winter day has been a shuffle of feathers on the roof over our bathroom.

The Chappy Community Center is still awaiting a part for the central heating system.

Abigail McGrath established the Renaissance House in 2000 as a writer’s retreat on the Vineyard in honor of her mother, the poet Helene Johnson, and her aunt, the famous Dorothy West.

I’ve always believed in the written word. Putting your thoughts down on paper helps you clearly understand what and how you want to share something.