Why Can’t Grownups Have Story Time?

It is cold outside. Snow dots the landscape. Smoke billows from chimneys. Stars light the way on Island roads as early as five o’clock. What better time, really, than to curl up with a good story.

Sugar Rush for Kids

IMP presents theatre by kids, for kids at the Katharine Cornell Theatre in Vineyard Haven Jan. 21 through 23.

The performances will include 40 young actors ages 8 to 13 creating spontaneous theatre based on audience suggestions.

The actors will also present Sugar Rush, about the short but sweet life of a gingerbread boy. This musical play was written by Ross Mihalko, Donna Swift and Brian Weiland.

Take the Microphone

WVVY 93.7 LPFM is community radio at its best. Broadcast from Martha’s Vineyard, this grassroots organization hosts an eclectic lineup of knowledgeable and freewheeling deejays to delight the most jaded listener. Jazz, blues, world music, special deejay mixes, Willy Mason and friends, Democracy Now; the question is not whether you will find something you like, but how they do it all?

Wii Will Return

As part of its Focus on Fitness programming the Edgartown Library will launch a free Wii Dance Dance Revolution workout on Wednesday nights, beginning Jan. 26. This Wii workout combines fun and easy-to-learn moves with hit music from the last four decades.

The workout is open to participants of all levels of expertise age 18 and older. Coach Elyce Bonnell will lead the group through the moves. Water, healthy snacks and a workout log will be provided.

Been walking the walk but don’t know how to talk the talk? On Saturday, Jan. 22 Perry Garfinkel, a contributor to the New York Times, National Geographic and the Huffington Post, will lead an all-day travel writing workshop for those with the itch to tell their tales of the road.

The seminar will explore the entire writing process, from idea formulation to the finished product. So reach into your experience bag and come prepared with ideas.

Boot Up: Brickyard Walk

Explore the Menemsha Hills brickyard ruins, the last remnants of a once prosperous Vineyard industry, on a guided walk with The Trustees of Reservations. The walk takes place on Sunday, Jan. 23 beginning at 1 p.m.

The walk can be strenuous at times and will last approximately two hours. Boots are recommended as walkers must cross a stream. Preregistration is required and space is limited. The walk is free for members and $10 for nonmembers.

For more details and meeting place, call 508-693-7662.

Future Farmers Unite

Calling all future farmers. The Farm Institute is beginning its farmers-in-training program, the winter edition.

This program is designed for young people 11 years or older, with or without prior experience, who want to learn more about what it takes to be a farmer.

The cost is $15 per session or $110 per season. It meets from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Fridays beginning Jan. 14 and running through March 18.

To register call 508-627-7007, ext. 104 or come by the farm.

The Mouse King’s Speech

The Urban Nutcracker takes a legendary and much loved holiday ritual and turns it on its head. Literally.

Garden Club

The Martha’s Vineyard Garden Club will hold its first general meeting of the new year on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. at the Wakeman Center. The program is a presentation by Noli Taylor on Island Grown Schools. A hospitality hour with refreshments will follow the program.

The Martha’s Vineyard Museum has appointed Nancy Kelly as its development director.