What an amazing beach weekend it was! Philbin was exquisite, albeit a little seaweed-y. I finally got to take a little time off this weekend and enjoy our glorious beaches — part of why we all live here, right? It was much-needed and I enjoyed every second of it, especially seeing other friends who I know have been working very hard this summer take a little time off as well. I feel almost human again.
Duncan Caldwell will speak tonight at 5 pm the Old Town Hall as part of the Summer Speaker Series. His talk is titled, “Prehistoric Rock Art near Paris: Glories, new discoveries and controversies.” Refreshments will be served.
This Saturday at the Library, the Friends of the Aquinnah Public Library will hold an open house from 12 noon to 2 pm; refreshments will be served. You can stop in and learn what the Friends do for the library and how you can help (hint: you can make a donation).
The ice cream social at the library was a lot of fun this weekend. Kids flocked to the porch to shake up a bag of ice cream with Barbara and her staff of helpers (her nephew and other family). I’m always amazed by how good the ice cream is and how simple it is to make it.
The Aquinnah Cultural Center will be open Friday, Saturday, and Wednesday from 11 am to 4 pm up at the Cliffs. You can come in and get a tour of the homestead and see their exhibits on 17th and 18th Century Wampanoag life.
Joan LeLacheur will hold an open studio showcasing her amazing jewelry from 3 to 7 pm on Saturday, August 16, at her home, 42 Old South Rd. You can call her at 508-645-9954 for more information. She is also part of Gallery in the Gardens at Vineyard Gardens on August 15, 5–8 pm.
Dana Gaines kayaked around the Island to benefit the Gay Head Lighthouse on Saturday, he did it in under 10 hours and raised $12,000 for the cause. Congratulations, Dana, and thank you for your generosity toward our signature landmark.
Adrianna Ignacio is doing much better after her fall at her home last month. She has been moved to Spaulding Rehabilitation where she will be for a while. If you would like to send her a card or a letter, you can send it to: Spaulding Rehabilitation Attn.: Adriana Ignacio room 619
300 1st Ave. Charlestown, MA 02129
Happy Birthday to Laina Benoit who turned eight on August 12. Happy Birthday also to Kate Taylor who celebrates this Friday along with our library director, Lisa Sherman. Barbie Bassett celebrates on August 20.
The Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival wraps up next week. Programming in the last week includes: “The Wizard of Oz” this Friday at Owen Park in Vineyard Haven on Friday at 8 pm, “Freedom Summer” with special guests, Henry Louis Gates Jr. and Gwen Ifil at the Tabernacle on Monday and “Art and Craft” at the Chilmark Community Center on Wednesday. You can go to their website for tickets at tmvff.org or call the office at 508-645-9599.
The Island Theater Workshop will present a benefit performance of Peter Pan on Friday, August 15, at 7:30 pm in the Performing Arts Center at MVRHS. Directed by Kevin Ryan, the performance will benefit The MV Center for Living and help support the following Center for Living programs and services for Island seniors: The Supportive Day Program (a social daycare program for elders), The Medical Taxi Program, the Emergency Food Program and the Support Group for families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other age-related dementia issues. The ticket is $25 for adults and $12 for children. Call 508-939-9440 for tickets and information.