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In Vineyard Skies: Island Time, September 23

September 23, 2021

Welcome to fall on the Vineyard. If you’re new to year-round Island living, you might want to check out the Vineyard Gazette’s Tides and Weather page and give the All Outdoors and Vineyard Gardener columns a look. Read the Bird News; then see how the stars are aligned (and what time the sun sets) by […]

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Cast Away: Island Time, September 16

September 21, 2021

For most of the month of September, anglers have their days and nights blocked out for fishing the annual Derby. Those who choose to use these days a little differently are in luck because there are still many events and activities to enjoy on the Island this time of year. The Drive-In is still screening […]

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On the Wings of September: Island Time, September 9

September 9, 2021

It’s no accident that this week’s highlights on the Vineyard are mostly outdoors. Glorious sunshine and gentle breezes seem to beckon us out to fly a kite, tour a garden, or create our own outdoor adventures. Even the bits of rain here and there are refreshing and welcome; they don’t seem to bring the heavy […]

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All Aboard! Island Time, Sept. 2

September 2, 2021

A three-day weekend on the Vineyard is summer’s last gift before we move into fall. It’s true that we have the Derby, the MV Oyster Fest, the Wind Festival and more to look forward to in the coming weeks, but they don’t quite have the laid-back vibe of digging your toes in the sand or […]

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The Fast Lane: Island Time, August 26

August 29, 2021

Hey there, have you heard it’s the last week of August? With summer speeding by, why not shift into slow motion this week to savor the beauty of the Island? Visit the newly completed Cooke House Legacy Gardens in Edgartown. Take a guided tour of Polly Hill Arboretum. Listen to live music in Ocean Park. […]

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The Fair! The Full Moon! The Flowers!

August 19, 2021

This weekend, our Oyster columnist Alex Bullen Coutts is going all in on the Fair (see below). We think she’s got the right idea, but we might also sneak in a few art shows, do some kayaking or hiking, and spend some time at the beach. But wait, there’s sunflower-picking to do, too! And what […]

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Going Fast: Island Time, August 12

August 12, 2021

Summer is certainly flying by! Have you done all the things you wanted to? With only a couple of weeks left in August, it’s time to start checking off the final items on your Martha’s Vineyard bucket list. Maybe that means exploring Cape Pogue Bay by kayak, taking a walk with an alpaca or — […]

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The Sea and The Stars: Island Time, August 5

August 5, 2021

Find a quiet spot this weekend to collect shells or sea glass, to have a picnic, to paddle a kayak or take an early morning swim. You’ll need to recharge in between all of the exciting events happening across the Island in the next few days – and weeks. The 2021 Martha’s Vineyard Book Festival […]

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Island Time, July 29: Cruising Through Summer

July 31, 2021

How is it that there are only a few days left in July? You may be thinking, “Where has summer gone?” But don’t worry – August is upon us and it is chock full of events and things to do. (T-minus 21 days until the Ag Fair!) If you’re looking for the perfect beach read […]

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Dive In: Island Time and The Oyster, July 22

July 22, 2021

The water is cool, the sand is warm, the beach is calling. Grab your sunscreen, because we’re going all outdoors this weekend. Beach Road Weekend is on in Veterans Park and tickets are still available. On Friday night we’ll eat our Grace Church Lobster Rolls in Owen Park and we’ll hit the Chilmark Flea and […]

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