The 14-year-long journey that my family had taken as my husband traveled the road of Alzheimer’s ended peacefully on May 30. There are so many people to thank for the help and understanding that was given to all of us along the way: from caretakers, family, friends, health care providers, Oak Bluffs Fire and Police Departments to Windemere staff and Hospice. Our love and gratitude is sent to you all for taking some of the pain away from Denny and ourselves. Thank you.
Father’s Day will be celebrated this Sunday, June 19. Many are fortunate enough to still have their fathers in their lives, but there are also many who are not. Stepfathers, uncles, older brothers, and friends who step in to fill this role are much admired. So if you know of someone who would appreciate a boost on this special day, please step in and offer your time.
The next day, June 20, is summer solstice, bringing us shorter nights and longer days. Make hay while the sun shines, as we always do during this time of year.
The First Baptist Church Parish House in Vineyard Haven will be holding a chicken and rib barbeque on Father’s Day weekend, Saturday, June 18, at 5:30 pm. The complete meal includes chicken or ribs, coleslaw, potato salad, corn bread, beans, desserts, and beverages. This delicious meal can be yours for the bargain price of $15. Takeout is also available, but reservations are suggested, and the number to call is 508-693-1539.
The Martha’s Vineyard Museum is kicking off summer with two new exhibits and the seasonal opening of the 18th century Cook House. “Re:Make” and “Island Spirits” will both open at the summer opening party on Friday, June 17, from 5 to 7 pm at the Edgartown campus.
Our Martha’s Vineyard Community Service organization is the recipient of a donation of $4,500 from the Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank. The donation was made on the occasion of the bank’s June 1 grand opening of their new offices on State Road in Vineyard Haven.
The second annual all-Island veterans’ barbecue for Island veterans and their families will take place this Sunday, June 19.The barbecue will be held at the American Legion Post 257 in Vineyard Haven from 3 to 6 pm. This is a free event, open to veterans of all ages, groups, and eras and their families. There will be Eclipse Massage Therapy, games, and a bounce house, as well as delicious food. Please RSVP today to Bill Stafursky at 508-693-7900.
The West Tisbury Library Foundation presents “Geoffrey Cowan: A Conversation with Tweed Roosevelt” on June 28 at 7 pm at the library. This event is open to the public; there will be no charge.
The Oak Bluffs Public Library Summer Film Series 2016 has some wonderful features planned. Among the films to be shown will be classics from the 1990s: “Paris Is Burning,” “Even Cowgirls Get the Blues,” “Rushmore,” “The Virgin Suicides,” and many others. With conversation, ’90s records, and refreshments, the meeting room becomes a movie theater. Free and open to the public.
Join in for the Coffee and Computers program on June 22 from 10:30 to 11:30 am. This is a free computer class on topics ranging from Microsoft Word to Facebook. Enjoy free coffee and pastries courtesy of Tony’s Market.
Sorry to miss sending many of you birthday smiles these past few weeks, but promise I will send two to each of you next year. So smiles go to David Debettencourt on June 16, Sharon Mello and Ann Merritt on the 19th, Pam Swan and John O’Donnell on the 20th, grandson Jeremy Alley-Tarter and Teddy and Robby Pacheco on the 21st, Paula O’Connor on the 22nd, and Jay Schofield on June 23.
Enjoy your week. Peace.
