The Week Ahead: Friday, February 12 through Thursday, February 18, 2016

The Week Ahead: Friday, February 12 through Thursday, February 18, 2016

February 12, 2016

Happy Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend everyone! Following the holiday bustle of roses, chocolates and dinner dates for Valentine’s Day, the Week Ahead is a laid back and reflective affair with school musicals, a fundraiser or two, poetry and jazz. If you are planning on cheering on the runners in the annual 20 Miler Road Race bundle up – it promises to be a blustery day!

Friday, February 12 – Saturday, February 13
MVRHS Performing Arts, Chicago the Musical
The Performing Arts Group of MVRHS will perform the award-winning musical “Chicago” under the direction of Brooke Hardman Ditchfield on Friday and  Saturday.

Saturday, February 13
Martha’s Vineyard 20 Miler & Amity Island Relay
A must race for die-hard runners of many levels. For highly competitive athletes looking for a test of their Boston and spring marathon readiness and dedicated recreational runners.

Sunday, February 14
Sunday Afternoon Jazz
The West Tisbury Library hosts “Sunday Afternoon Jazz” presented by Eric Johnson. This event is free and open.

Monday, February 15
Open Printmaking Studio
For the experienced printmakers who want dedicated time to work on their own projects. Nominal fee, no registration necessary.

Tuesday, February 16
Tuesday Writing & Poetry Series
The Tuesday Writing & Poetry Series with Lee McCormack hosts a Shadows Themed Reading at Pathways Gathering Space at Chilmark Tavern.

Wednesday, February 17
Pho Fundraiser
Island Grown Schools, Culinary Arts & Ceramic Arts at MVRHS are collaborating with Chef Dan Sauer of 7a foods to host this dinner fundraiser.

Thursday, February 18
Clay as a Canvas with Washington Ledesma
In this workshop participants will learn about the techniques and the art of using clay as a two or three dimensional canvas for their own expression.