One shopkeeper says she senses more enthusiasm and gaiety among shoppers, and a local innkeeper appreciates the way people don’t seem to be rushing through the holidays.

The tree in Healey Square will be lit at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26 with the holiday lights going on in Ocean Park simultaneously. Santa will make an appearance at the tree lighting, arriving by fire truck.
There will be no music show to accompany the Christmas lights in Ocean Park this year.
Dec. 28 is the deadline to enter a holiday recipe in Cape Air's contest to win round-trip tickets for two.
A unique holiday seasons offers virtual and in-person services.
The First Congregational Church of West Tisbury offers remote Advent services Sundays and Wednesdays on Zoom.
The Red Stocking Fund is taking applications from Island families online through Nov. 30.