Monthly Archives: May 2014
Café Moxie sold, ice cream and sandwiches on the way
The Café Moxie building and property at 48 Main Street in Vineyard Haven has new owners who plan to open a combined restaurant and...
Poets’ Corner: Woman
She stands proud,
Feet planted firmly
On Mother Earth.
Co-parent of the human race,
Doctor, lawyer, teacher,
Scientist and CEO.
Dreamer of dreams
And grasper of opportunity.
She stands proud.
Waitress, philanthropist,
Bus driver,...
Real Estate Transactions: April 28 – May 2, 2014
Edgartown
April 29, Nature Conservancy sold Lot 32, 31 Old Farms Trail to John and Diane Crane for $650,000.
April 29, Nature Conservancy sold a Beach...
Marshalling the troops: World War II on Martha’s Vineyard comes to life
The Woodland Variety & Grill has never had a authors' book signing before, not once in its 17-year history, proprietor Rob Baker acknowledged with a grin.
Island Housing Trust grew stronger in 2013
The annual report of the Vineyard affordable housing organization paints a bright picture, but many challenges remain.
Forum on Alzheimer’s disease offers positive message
For those afflicted with this terrible disease and their caregivers, the news is not completely bleak.
Permanent Endowment accepting 2014 Creative Living Award nominations
The Permanent Endowment Fund for Martha’s Vineyard is accepting nominations for the 2014 Creative Living Award. This year’s winner will receive $1,000 from the...
Featherstone to celebrate fifth Garden Party with 50 and Fabulous theme
Featherstone Center for the Arts in Oak Bluffs will host its fifth annual Garden Party and Fashion Show on Saturday, May 10, at 2...
Cinco de Mayo fiestas livened up a Monday night
Dance parties, fajita specials, and mechanical bulls added a Mexi-Cali touch to Monday night’s bar scene.
Martha’s Vineyard trout tradition turns 40
A new generation of Island anglers enjoyed a picture-perfect day at the 40th annual trout derby Saturday.
Deneuve is better than ever in “On My Way”
What a treat to enjoy the classic French beauty, Catherine Deneuve, aging comfortably in the romantic comedy, “On My Way.” Directed by Emmanuelle Bercot,...
A fresh look at Martha’s Vineyard history in new museum book
I didn't know, for example, that the Island boasted two harness-racing tracks. And who knew that 60 years before “Jaws” ratcheted up the Island's popularity in 1973, Hollywood, (or more likely New York in those days) memorialized Edgar Allan Poe's “Annabel Lee” in a silent movie filmed in Menemsha in 1913.
Kristen Anderson named citizen of the year
Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School alumna Kristen L. Anderson, daughter of William and Maureen Anderson of Oak Bluffs, received a “Citizen of the Year”...
Pink and Green Weekend heralds spring in Edgartown
Edgartown will dress in festive spring colors this coming weekend as the third annual Pink and Green Weekend introduces loads of events, parties, special...
After Prom Party offers a destination for safe celebration
The free all night event at the Y includes food, activities and prizes.
Poets’ Corner: A Farewell to Mama’s Arms
Oh, how it torments my heartstrings to tie up this chapter
I clench ever so tightly to what will soon be a mother's memory
As it...
Volunteers build a treehouse for Garden Gate preschool
With a big community push, the kids now have a magical play house.
Births
Sierra R. Meuse
JoEllen and Mark Meuse of Edgartown announce the birth of their daughter, Sierra Ruby Meuse, on April 29 at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital....
Martha’s Vineyard bridge club results
At the Edgartown Bridge Club on April 28, eight pairs competed. Finishing first were Duncan and Jocelyn Walton, followed by Judy Cronig and Molly...
Charter School students pen award winning letters
Two Martha's Vineyard Public Charter School students from teacher Amy Reece's 4/5 grade class received awards for letters they wrote as part of "Letters...