From their humble roots to their mass production, valentines have changed over the years but their message of love is pretty much the same.

Sail Martha’s Vineyard welcomes journalist Sean McNeill to its second winter dinner/lecture at the Black Dog Tavern on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 6 p.m.

If you’ve ever found a skull or bone while walking in the woods and wondered just what it may have come from, the upcoming workshop at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary can shed some light.

On Jan. 31, we had 10 hours of sun again. It’s been since Nov. 10 that we had that much daylight. Ten hours is really the maximum light required for plant growth.

The architect who developed the Tisbury Marketplace in Vineyard Haven wants to demolish a former laundromat on Uncas avenue and build a bowling alley. Neighbors are opposed. A commission hearing opens Thursday at 7 p.m.

Regional high school students received 22 awards for their artistic achievements in the Boston Globe Scholastic Art contest, including several gold keys, the highest honor. The winners said they find inspiration at school.

The Vineyard Haven restaurant that rose from the ashes of a Main street fire five years ago has been placed on the market for sale. The bistro reopened in October 2012 and closed last month. The asking price is $1.25 million.

A decisive win over Nauset/Cape Tech Saturday afternoon will send the team to the state tournament. They are undefeated in league play. Boys' basketball also qualified.

An aerial survey of the American oystercatcher population last year from Long Island to the Mexico border found the population had increased steadily since 2009. Two Island conservation groups participated in the study.

An East Chop 1990s Victorian cottage hidden down a tree-lined avenue, this home has been completely remodeled and rebuilt. An original fieldstone fireplace graces the livingroom. The kitchen features Carrera marble countertops and stainless steel appliances and yet maintains its vintage charm. There are many reclaimed items that accentuate the decor of this light-filled antique home. There is a farmer's porch, upstairs deck, a three-season porch, outdoor shower and a separate garage. The property is turnkey. The price without furnishings is $720,000.

Address: 16 Moss Avenue