August 12 is Native American Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as proclaimed on numerous occasions by sitting governors.
All the best to Jim Kinsella as he moves on to his new position at Cape Cod Today. He has been an inspiration in assisting me with editing my column for the past two years. We will undoubtedly continue to work together as Cape Cod Today on occasion quotes some of my work.
Welcome home to Capt. Ron Mac-Laren of the U.S. Naval Reserves who has served in Kuwait since September. Ron is director of health for the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and it is anticipated that he will return to his duties within the week. We are proud of his service to our country as we are proud of each and every one who serves at present or has served in the past. Please be mindful of all as we observe Memorial Day.
Dance, drum, and singing take place on Thursday evenings at the tribal building for young children to learn during classes taught by Woody Vanderhoop. All tribal children are encouraged to participate at 6:30 p.m.
Nina P. Butler, daughter of Lenny and Mallory Butler, arrived home on Tuesday from her freshman year studies at Wellesley College. Nina will be working at the Beach Plum Inn for the summer.
Mallory Butler recently returned from a 10-day visit with her granddaughter Maeve Sheehan and her parents Kevin and Jeffie at their home in Aspen, Colo. The Sheehans will arrive next week for their first visit of the summer season.
Aquinnah Nurse Juleanne VanBelle will be at the town hall on March 7 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for all of your health questions. Residents are invited to stop by and see Juleanne for a health assessment.
Get-well wishes to Edward Fantasia Jr., who was admitted to Children’s Hospital this week. It is anticipated that he will be home over the weekend. Not a way to spend your school vacation week.
Congratulations to Lieut. Neal J. Maciel who has been chosen the officer in charge of the state police on the Vineyard. It has been an inspiration to see Neal working his way up through advancement over the past three decades. The Commonwealth made a great choice in their infinite wisdom. I could not think of any one more qualified and certainly most deserving of the position. May he find his years rewarding in this new role.
Tribal toddlers, children and adults are invited to participate in traditional singing at the tribal building on Thursday evenings starting at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please call Woody Vanderhoop at 508-645-9265, extension 116.
Sandy and Peter Gulbrandsen were at their Lobsterville Road home over the holiday weekend to continue putting the finishing touches on their new home.
