A group of five anglers rushed to the left side of Edgartown Memorial Wharf early Thursday morning when a flock of gulls started circling nearby. Lines were cast, jigs were sent out into the water and hope came alive for a moment. But after a few minutes the birds left and the scene quieted […]
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October is here, bringing with it the sound of acorns falling, vibrant mums on front porches and the first burst of fall colors in the trees. The events on the Island cover a wide spectrum from spirituality to the latest technology. On Thursday evening at Stillpoint, seek clarity and connection with artist and global […]
See MoreThe Bass in the Grass art exhibit and fundraiser is now in its eighth year, and artist Traeger di Pietro has been part of the tradition since the beginning. “This year one of my themes is an astronaut and since it’s underwater, I’m using the aquanaut inside the fish and he’s making the art […]
See MoreWith the autumn equinox now in the rearview mirror, the colder nights are perfect for sleeping. But the events on the Island this week continue to offer reasons to get out of bed. Head over the the museum on Thursday night to hear Peter Halperin and The Group Therapy Band. TBD Improv is also on the docket Thursday […]
See MoreHundreds of people gathered Friday evening at the Black Dog Wharf to celebrate the life and memory of Robert Douglas, the Vineyard schooner captain and founder of the Black Dog who died in April at 93. Read more Photo by Jeanna Shepard Vineyard Community Gathers to Remember Robert Douglas was last modified: September 29th, 2025 by […]
See MoreJohn Custer, president of the Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby and principal of the Tisbury school, said the lead-up to the derby resembles a student getting ready for the first day of school. “There’s excitement, and then [it] kind of settles after that,” Mr. Custer said. “If you’ve done a good job […]
See MoreFrom our September/October Edition of the Martha’s Vineyard Magazine: What to do, where to go, what to see, what to read, and more. Those who spend time in nature know there are endless pleasures to be had this time of year. Maybe it’s harvesting cool-air sweetened tomatoes from the garden or hearing a chorus […]
See MoreOur September/October 2025 Martha’s Vineyard Magazine is now out and on newsstands all around the island. Featuring award-winning photography and narrative storytelling, Martha’s Vineyard magazine covers the land, sea, culture, businesses, and history that make the Island unique. Subscribe Now mvmagazine.com Bring the Island home with you! was last modified: September 9th, 2025 by […]
See MoreLabor Day Weekend has arrived, which means plenty of activities to fill up the four-day weekend and beyond. Beginning Thursday, the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse presents Uncle Chris, a new play by Allison Snyder and Christopher Hemphill. Join Vineyard Preservation Trust at the Grange on Friday night for a free Summer Contra Dance, featuring music by the […]
See MoreThe events many consider the hallmark of a Vineyard summer arrive this week: Illumination, the Agricultural Fair and the Oak Bluffs fireworks. But potential bad weather due to hurricane Erin is causing some shifts: Illumination has been moved to Thursday and the fireworks are heading to Saturday night. Apart from the big three, there […]
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