Snow on the first day of spring was followed by snow on the first Sunday in April. Those were really huge snowflakes. And more is forecast before spring is through. I don’t like this kind of spring weather, thank you.
Islanders delighted in sharing the 20th anniversary of the Community Chorus last weekend. Congratulations to the chorus. People are still talking about enjoying yet another remarkable performance of exceptional music.
Wicked Good Musical Revue at the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 pm, featuring Molly Conole and Peter Boak with Shelagh Hackett, Paul Munafo, and Ken Romero, as well as guests Brooke Hardman-Ditchfield and Brian Weiland. All tickets $25 in advance or at the door if available. Reserved seating.
Has Martha’s Vineyard Community Services been a part of your life? Whether you’re a supporter or an individual affected by the work of MVCS through programs to end violence, or for counseling or the early childhood program, or even the Thrift Shop, you have a story to tell. They would love to hear it. When people share stories of struggle or hope, it tells all of us that we’re not alone. Your story can be long, short, funny, touching, helpful, or just a great story — whatever you want to share. MVCS will collect your story (and maybe a photo) to share with others on the website. Inspire our Island community. Submissions may be anonymous. Fill out the form at bit.ly/MVCSstoryshare.
Next Monday you can discover the results of the survey on aging conducted by Healthy Aging Martha’s Vineyard, and sign up to help HAMV make our Island more aging-friendly. The meeting is Monday afternoon from 1 to 4:30 at the Hebrew Center. Hear state representatives Tim Madden and Denise Garlick talk about services available through state agencies. Denise is chair of the Committee on Elder Affairs. Keep this in mind for your questions or suggestions. Space is limited, so online registration is encouraged. More at 508-360-0891 or healthyagingmv@gmail.com.
Painting with watercolors can be frustrating if you end up with muddied colors — or just plain mud. You could try the one-day workshop “Color Mixing for Watercolor” with Lynn Hoeft on April 16 at Featherstone.
Featherstone celebrates spring with the Martha’s Vineyard Art Teachers show; the reception is Sunday from 4 to 6 pm. This show highlights the creativity of the Island art teachers who help spark the creative expression in our children each and every day. The show is open every day from noon to 4 pm until May 4.
Happy anniversary to Donna and Ed Herczeg on Sunday.
Belated birthday wishes go to Janet Holladay, who celebrated yesterday. Big bunches of birthday balloon wishes go out next Wednesday to Debbie Eggers and Allan Davey.
Heard on Main Street: Ski the Vineyard!