I was very sad to read of Lucille Plotz’s death last week at her home in Brooklyn, N.Y. I wish her extended family and many friends much sympathy. I count myself as lucky that I had the opportunity to meet and interview both Lucille and her husband Charles Plotz on the occasion of their 70th wedding anniversary for this paper. Lucille Plotz was the kind of woman I would have relished as a family member. I know her warmth, brilliance, and can-do attitude will be missed by many. Contributions in Lucille’s memory may be made to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11225; bbg.org.
Congratulations to Chilmark preschool director Heather Quinn, who has been named as director of Early Childhood Programs at Martha’s Vineyard Community Services, replacing Debbie Milne who will step down in July.
Did you know there’s a “TogowithJoe” who reviews chefs and food on Martha’s Vineyard on Facebook? Well, neither did I, until this week when he reviewed Josh Aronie’s Food Truck’s Jerk Pork. You can check the review out here: bit.ly/aroniefoodtruck. Or stop by anytime from 10 am to 2 pm, and try it for yourself.
Congratulations to Chilmark and Baltimore, Md., artist Carol Brown Goldberg on her collaboration with hundreds of students and others at the Frost Museum at Miami’s Florida International University. Read about this great community project here: bit.ly/supermurals.
Come one, come all to “A Fool’s Bash,” with Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish, comedian Rafi Gonzalez, live and silent auctions, plus a photo booth. It’s all happening on Saturday, April 1, from 7 to 11 pm at the Chilmark Community Center, to benefit the Chilmark School PTO. Tickets $20 at the door.
The Chilmark library’s Food for Fines program and donations to the Island Food Pantry can be left at the library through the first week of April. Come to the library for Mario Kart Racing, and test your driving skills against other racers on Saturday, April 2, at 2 pm. Gamer fuel (snacks) provided. On Wednesday, April 5, at 5:30 pm, “Islanders Read the Classics” celebrates National Poetry Month with Holly St. John Bergon leading a discussion about poet Elizabeth Bishop.
Chilmark Community Church Pizza Nights welcome all on Tuesdays at 6 pm, free.
The final dance event of Pathways season will take place on Friday, March 31, with performances by Sally Cohn and Bill White, Tessa Permar, Caitlin Cook & Company, and Jesse Keller. Following the presentations, DJ Wayne Elliott will provide music, with projections by Bob Kimberly, and everyone is welcome to dance. On Saturday, April 1, from 4 to 5 pm come for a Sound Meditation Session with David Stanwood on piano and Valerie Sonnenthal (yes me) playing singing bowls, monochord, chimes, and other vibrational instruments. Feel free to bring whatever you need to settle in and make yourself as comfortable as you can be. On Sunday, April 2, from 3 to 4:30 pm enjoy the Tim Ray Jazz Trio featuring Tim Ray, Eric Johnson, and Taurus Biskis. A Three Piano Jam Session with David Stanwood and friends begins at 6:30 pm on Sunday, April 2. Six pianists include Jeremy Berlin, Peter Halprin, Jaj Halprin, Griffin McMahon, Wes Nagy, Dean Rosenthal, and Mat Stamos, with Taurus Biskus on drums and special guest Tim Ray. Doors open 30 minutes prior to program start times. Closed Wednesdays and Sundays, otherwise open from 11 am to 5 pm.
Chilmark Tavern owner Jenna Petersiel will hold an informational session on Monday, April 3, at 6:30 pm at the Chilmark Tavern/Pathways Gathering Space regarding the sale of malt beverages and wine in our local restaurants, an article on the warrant for the upcoming annual town meeting. Come and share your concerns and questions; discuss the pros and cons so we can just get to voting at the town meeting.
Have a good week.