The Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce will host a raffle to benefit local nonprofit organizations.

Tuesday was my favorite weather day.

Pipefish, stripers, hermit crabs, minnows, even pufferfish: Bodhi Favreau, 8, of Easton, had seen all these before. But on Sunday at State Beach, he he discovered a rare and magical ocean denizen: Hippocampus erectus, a lined seahorse.

A white-throated sparrow had never been seen before in July.

There are other fish to fry. That might have been the guidance given when a small fish appeared in a net on a recent educational outing in Sengekontacket Pond.

Doug Emhoff, the husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, will be visiting the Vineyard next week, taking the place of First Lady Jill Biden at a campaign fundraiser. 

Harbor Homes hosts its fourth annual Give Me Shelter art show and sale on July 30 and 31 at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury.

A new subdivision plan in Edgartown could help Islanders who make too much money to qualify for affordable housing but don’t earn enough to afford the Vineyard’s sky high real estate prices. 

Experience the epitome of luxurious and carefree island living at Seven Field Club Lane. This elegant and classically-styled home offers a private membership to the Field Club, providing access to a wealth of amenities including swimming pools, tennis and squash courts, a full-service spa and fitness club, private dining options, and custom-designed activities for all age groups.

Wampanoag artisans from all over New England gathered Saturday at the 17th annual Native Artisan Market and Festival.