I’m not sure how this happened, but the fair is next week. Seriously. Next week. That seems sudden, doesn’t it? I remember seeing the sign go up and thinking, “The fair. That’s sweet. It’s like a month away.” Now it’s next week. It just makes me realize that I need to get to Philbin a lot more while the weather is still good. As long as I’m getting to Philbin on a regular basis, summer is OK, but I’ve really been slacking on my beach time (it’s all this work I’m doing). I need to get my ducks in a row and go to the beach and then the fair. Next week.
The library’s speaker series continues: Thursday night, August 13, Chris Fischer will speak on his new book, “The Beetlebung Cookbook.” On August 20, Yale University professor and author Jonathan Macey will speak, and on August 27 author Nicole Galland will discuss her new book, “Stepdog.” All speakers will be at the Old Town Hall at 5 pm, admission is free, and light refreshments will be served.
This Saturday, August 15, from 11 am to 3 pm, you can make magnetized Super Putty, and you can also wish head librarian Lisa Sherman a happy birthday! On August 22, from 11 am to 1 pm, bring in your Pokémon cards and trade, swap, and play. Remember Tuesday Music on the Deck every week in August from 5 to 6 pm. The musicians are fantastic, and it’s a great family event and wonderful way to support these up-and-coming musicians. Lastly, the next Book Club meeting will be on Tuesday, August 25, at 4 pm. The book is “Life after Life” by Kate Atkinson. Copies in both hardcover and audio are available at the library.
This Saturday at the Tribe will be the “Legend of Moshup” pageant. The performance begins at dusk; admission is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children and elders. Bring a blanket and some bug spray, and enjoy the show.
There is a new exhibit up at the Aquinnah Cultural Center; “Captured 1614” opened this past weekend. The exhibit was developed by the Wampanoag people, and sponsored by Plymouth 400. It relates the kidnappings and enslavement of Wampanoag people by European sea captains in the early 17th century. Visit the Edwin Devries Vanderhoop Homestead, a 19th century restored Wampanoag farmstead at the Cliffs, showing life and culture from the 17th century to the present. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For more information on all programs and exhibits, please call 508-645-7900 or email aquinnahcc@gmail.com. Regular admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and children under 12.
The Gay Head Gallery will host two events this week. The first is called “A Moveable Feast with Lois Gold,” this Sunday morning from 11 am to 1 pm. The artwork of New York City artist Lois Gold will be featured, and coffee and iced tea will be served. “A Wild Love,” an art event hosted by the Gay Head Gallery, will be held on Wednesday, August 19, from 5 to 7 pm. The event will benefit the Center for Biological Diversity, and the executive director of the Center, Kieran Suckling, will be speaking. You can also hear him on Monday, August 17, during “Living Lab” on NPR. Artists featured in the exhibit are Jim Brandenberg, Lois Gold, Barbara Norfleet, and Peter Roux, among others. The gallery is located at 32 State Road. You can RSVP to WildLoveEvent@biologicaldiversity.org or by calling 520-345-5704.
The Orange Peel Bakery is hosting pizza night on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 5 to 8 pm. Bring some toppings and come on by.
