Abby Remer
‘The Legend of Ochi’ at the M.V. Film Festival
“The Legend of Ochi” by Isaiah Saxon is a fantasy adventure that will transport you to a rugged land far away. This family-friendly film,...
Volleyball in a chair
If you ever steered away from volleyball for fear of those terrifying spikes, fear no more. You can’t spike if you must keep your...
‘Seed of the Sacred Fig’ plays at the Film Center
Before “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” begins, a message appears onscreen that it was filmed secretly, alerting us that we are likely in...
Survival stories by author Michael Tougias
New York Times best-selling author Michael Tougias will do a virtual book talk and slideshow via Zoom about three of his 30 books on...
Vineyard documentary: ‘One Bad Crab’
Our Vineyard waters are known for their delectable shellfish. They are vital to the Island’s economy, culture, and environment. But commercial and recreational shellfishermen...
Documentary shorts at M.V. Film Center
The short-form documentaries at the Martha’s Vineyard Film Center during the week of Feb. 21 carry an enormous impact. Three are intense, dealing with...
MVRHS art stars
Twenty Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School (MVRHS) students have joined the ranks of such luminaries as Andy Warhol, Ken Burns, Robert Redford, and Richard Avedon,...
Oscar-nominated short films
The 20th annual “Oscar-Nominated Short Films” theatrical release, presented by Shorts, starts at the M.V. Film Center on Feb. 14. The international films are...
For the love of bread
“Bread and bread baking has been a constant in my life,” says the Vineyard Baker, Theresa (Teri) Culletto. “I have fond memories of aromas...
Artist Fae Kontje-Gibbs and the power of wishes
Fae Kontje-Gibbs’ new exhibition, “Wishes for Children,” at the Chilmark library delights our eyes and imaginations. Inspired by Tibetan prayer flags, her artwork embodies...
Place as a central character in stories
I was intrigued when I read the description for a writing workshop, “Place as Character,” at Slough Farm last month. Our leader was Katie...
Equine folklore with Misty Meadows
On a cold Saturday afternoon at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum, horse enthusiasts gathered to hear Sarah McKay, executive director of Misty Meadows Equine Learning...
‘Sit 2B Fit’ with Denise Guy
Denise Guy is a fitness instructor par excellence. She knows how the body functions, how to motivate you, and how to keep you laughing...
‘Memorial Days: A Memoir’ by Geraldine Brooks
Geraldine Brooks is a brilliant author, but has perhaps outdone herself in “Memorial Days: A Memoir.” With exquisite writing, the book is a gorgeous...
‘I’m Still Here’ screens at the Film Center
How do you keep going in the face of the unimaginable pulses that run through Walter Salles’ film, “I’m Still Here”? The film is...
‘Stay Safe, Stand Strong: Martha’s Vineyard in 2020’
March 2020 rocked our collective and individual worlds. Complicated emotions and sights rush back while walking through Dan Waters’ stirring new photography exhibition, “Stay...
MVRHS Musical: ‘Anything Goes’
Be ready to tap into the 1930s with the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School Performing Arts Department’s upcoming production of “Anything Goes.” How could...
The impact of fellowship
Over the past 19 years, approximately 165 emerging Vineyard-based leaders and changemakers have received generous support to help them contribute to the Island's environmental...
Musician Delanie Pickering
The blues blaze from Delanie Pickering’s soul. She is a consummate performer, as anyone who has seen her can attest.
Born in Concord, N.H., Pickering’s...
Alex’s Place at the YMCA
Judging from the more than 30 teens hanging out in Alex’s Place at the YMCA of Martha’s Vineyard, this spot is clearly the place...