The flash of a false albacore darting through the water at the tip of the jetty, striped bass migrating south as our waters begin the fall cool down, the first flash of bright color amidst the green leaves

Not knowing just how much of an impact hurricane Jose was going to have, we took the opportunity to practice our preparedness skills and hope for the best. The swordfish weathervane has taken a hiatus from the Texaco rooftop, the awning has been stowed away and the touch tank has made its way to higher ground.

Although Jane Farrow no longer walks the Earth, her collection of recipes set forth in Red Peppers & Blue Lobsters: Fresh Flavors from an Island Kitchen will bring us fond memories of the longtime Abel’s Hill resident.

Let’s pick up where we left off last week by continuing the U.S. tour with Bob and Linae Schroeder. Guess who made a pitstop in Menemsha this week.

At this point, my mind bears a striking likeness to a late summer hazy day. It’s a touch cloudy, a tad frazzled and in a slight state of disarray.

On August 21 the moon moved between the Earth and the sun and we here in Chilmark experienced about a 65 percent solar eclipse.

Some of the most noteworthy highlights of summer on the Vineyard take place this week.

August rushes in like a rogue wave. Steamy heat, pastel sunsets, peaches, nectarines and zucchinis, fresh corn, offshore tuna trips, wild blueberries, beach bonfires, Chilmark Tavern onion rings, house guests and more.

The good news of the week is that Zeb, the bearded dragon lizard belonging to the Bunker-Ponte family, has been found.

The Bunker Ponte bearded dragon lizard, Zeb, has gone missing. He is the beloved pet of Jake, Shelby, Hunter, Erica and Kenny Ponte and resides at their home on Beetlebung Farm.