The 28th Annual Big Chili Contest, a major fundraiser for both the Red Stocking Fund and the Portuguese-American Club, begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the P.A. Club in Oak Bluffs (snow date is Sunday).

A two-part series sponsored by the Aquinnah library begins with a documentary that explores the benefits of eating a plant-based diet on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 5 p.m. Then, they will follow up the movie with a potluck based on recipes from the cookbook published from the documentary. The potluck is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 5 p.m. Call Barbara at the library if you have any questions, 508-645-2314.

For bats and other nocturnal animals, nighttime is the nicest time. These animals prefer not to see the light of day, and have adaptations that make their night life shine. Bats are just one group of animals that can do it all in the dark.

The Cobbler Shop is back in business. Owner Nancy MacMullen officially reopened last Tuesday after a long hiatus, and her to-do list was full right away.

The storm will gradually subside after bringing more snow and high winds, the National Weather Service in Taunton said. Schools and government offices are closed. Roads are mostly cleared but drivers are urged to use caution.

The fast-moving coastal winter storm is expected to last through mid-day Wednesday, with the Cape and Islands receiving snow accumulations of eight to 14 inches. Frigid temperatures will follow.

The West Tisbury Library wants to help you travel. The library is taking appointments for help with applying for a passport or renewing an old one.

Daybreak Clubhouse, a program of Martha’s Vineyard Community Services that supports the integration of persons diagnosed with mental health conditions into the community, is hosting an open house Monday, Jan. 27.

The League of Women Voters hosts the annual Black History Month Breakfast at Howes House in West Tisbury on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 9 a.m. Island resident and commentator Shelley Christiansen will present This Harmonious Island, Warts and All. Ms. Christiansen will explore the Vineyard’s history of race relations.

The buffet breakfast is open to all and is free. For more information, call 508-696-5328.

Biscuit, the beloved yellow puppy familiar to readers of the children’s books by Alyssa Capucilli, will visit the Island the last week of January.