We all have baggage.

For some, it is plastic, but for others only paper or cloth will do. Those in the latter group must have appreciated Wednesday’s designation. In case you missed it, I’ll recycle the news. Nov. 14 was Reusable Bag Day in Massachusetts. I kid you not. This is official and important.

Hello, Hunter

Charlotte and Matthew Bolduc of Vineyard Haven announce the birth of a son, Hunter James Bolduc, born Oct.31 at the Martha’s Vineyard Community Hospital. Hunter weighed 8 pounds, 15 ounces at birth.

By Lynne Irons>

Every year the human heart loses several grams of muscle mass and therefore pumps less blood as we age. Those of a certain age experience the change of temperature with less good humor as the years fly by. I, for one, am fond of woolen long underwear for my outdoor activities. I do work outside year round. Remember, there is no bad weather, only inappropriate clothing. I have a cashmere sweater that I wear next to my skin. The point of this paragraph is to encourage you to bundle up and get into the garden.

The Vineyard rolled over Nantucket Saturday in the annual Island Cup game by a final score of 48-6 in a contest that was easily decided by the second quarter and even more lopsided than the final score indicated.

With the win, the Vineyarders continued their recent string of dominance over the Whalers in the storied rivalry. They have won five straight Island Cups and eight out of the last nine.

Arboretum Walk

Due to the recent storm the Polly Hill Arboretum program Nature and Nurture has been postponed to Saturday, Nov. 17. Walk the grounds with arboretum staff to learn about the history and uses of some of our native trees and plants, then enjoy a delicious bowl of soup and soup-making demonstration by Island chef and cookbook author Catherine Walthers. The program is from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Space is limited so please preregister. The cost is $30 and $25 for arboretum members. For information call 508-693-9426.

Hello, Tanner

Larry and Charly Weiss of West Tisbury and Lexington are happy to announce the arrival of Tanner Mattingly Weiss, born on Sept. 29. Tanner weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces.

Sixteen years ago, artist Susan Convery Foltz went out for something rare in Edgartown, an evening at the opera. As she settled into her pew in the Old Whaling Church, Ms. Convery Foltz had no idea that what she was about to hear, a collection of Vineyard histories set to music, would change her life and fulfill one of her lifelong dreams — to illustrate a children’s book.

Yacht Club Roulette

Test your luck and help Island kids at the same time: bring some friends to the Edgartown Yacht Club next Friday, Nov. 16, for a casino night to benefit the Martha’s Vineyard Boys’ and Girls’ Club. Organizers promise a fun-filled evening of gaming and good times where you can try your hand at blackjack, roll for the riches at the craps table, and spin your way to the penthouse at the money wheel and roulette tables. Door prizes and raffles are also planned. Admission is $10. For details, call 508-627-3303.

The Oak Bluffs School drama department presents the musical 1970 musical Godspell Jr. by John-Michael Tebelak with music by Stephen Schwartz next weekend. The cast and crew have been working hard since September to put together this rock musical inspired by the Gospel of Matthew. The show includes colorful costumes, story theatre and the famous songs including the hit Day by Day. The show is part of Musical Theater International’s Broadway Jr. series, which adapts famous Broadway musicals and makes them accessible to young performers and audiences.

The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Minnesingers present their annual auction and mini-concert tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 10, offering everyone a preview of the silent auction beginning at 5 p.m., with a live auction at 7 p.m. and gourmet food at the Portuguese American Club on Vineyard avenue in Oak Bluffs. Admission is $15.