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Archive for October, 2009
Monday, October 26th, 2009
Happy Halloween!
Scarecrows are out in abundance this year and they seem to get more imaginative year by year. A couple of my favorites include the one in front of Educomp portraying a woman taken from the French Impressionist painting hung on the building’s exterior. Much different but equally cool, is the crazy humanoid conglomeration of nuts, bolts and odds parts in front of Net Result. The weather has been beyond beautiful so take a stroll and see what’s witchy.
Ready, Set… Spook!
This is the last week before Halloween… if you haven’t picked out your pumpkin and found yourself a suitable costume do it now! You’ll find lots of pumpkins on Island farms and at the grocers - I picked up mine last Sunday at Morning Glory Farm. For one stop Halloween shopping try Shirley’s, the hands-down headquarters for makeup and costumes for yourself, your home and the jack o’lantern destined for your front porch. Island thrift shops, in Vineyard Haven and in Edgartown, have both set aside a rack of costume-appropriate clothing. (Hmmm, pretty nice…I wonder what it means when you actually consider some of the stuff on these racks suitable for every-day wear!?).
Attention all spooks: Both Vineyard Haven and Edgartown businesses will be handing out treats on Halloween, so get your goody bags ready!
No Rest for the Wicked
Though common sense might lead you to want to rest up for all the Halloween parties this coming Saturday, the week ahead has so much going on you might not have time: l’etoile hosts two culinary events this week; the first a cooking class on the 28th and the second on the 29th focusing on wine selection. Also in Edgartown on the 28th, Sharky’s Cantina and Felix Neck team up to introduce a new cocktail, the Felix Neckarita. Free passed apps add to the festive atmosphere. The folks at Mediterranean restaurant take a culinary trip to France this Thursday, October 29th. Join them and linger over the sunny wines and foods of Provence.
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Wining, dining, dancing and, when you need a break, international films selected by the folks at the MV Film Society – get ready to pencil in your plans for another busy week on Martha’s Vineyard.
Jump start your weekend this Thursday at Mediterranean’s fabulous 5-course wine tasting. This week chef Doug Hewson focuses his talents on the delights of the Italian table with each course being paired with wines selected by a representative of Martignetti Wines. Eat, explore, taste and compare…alone or with a crowd, it’s a great way to extend the pleasure of dining out (and pick up a few pointers to impress your friends in the future!). If you can’t make it this week, the series will continue with culinary visits to other countries and vineyards.
Keep on Dancin’
Summer over?…who sez?! Be part of the hometown crowd out at Nectar’s this coming weekend as, Island son Phil Darosa wails the night away. Though Island weather can be expected to pack a chill, a few turns around the dance floor will make it seem like summer again…
When You’re Hot, You’re Hot
Now that you’ve got your groove on, move on over to Mediterranean on Saturday night for the YMCA’s Salsa fundraiser featuring DJ Jose Sanabria. Salsa lessons begin at 7:30 pm and dancing starts at 8;30 until???? Support a really great cause while having a really great time.
Richard Paradise checked in with MVOL this morning with a great new line-up of films at the Katharine Cornell Theater. This week ‘Saraphine,’ the winner of Seven Cesars (France’s equivalent of the Academy Award) including Best Picture and Actress, comes to the Katharine Cornell Theater. It is the true story of painter Saraphine de Senli, a turn-of-the-century Susan Boyle, who began painting at age 41 and achieved worldwide fame.
Around town pumpkins and their artistically altered cousins, jack-o-lanterns, are popping up everywhere. To make things even spookier, The MV Public Charter has announced the return of their yearly Scarecrow Contest fundraiser. Over the next two weeks expect to see scarecrows in front of businesses all over the Island. A $75 donation lets you sponsor a scarecrow the and builders may win prizes including gift certificates from Bunch of Grapes, Edgartown Books, Educomp, Island Entertainment, Summer Shades, and Vineyard Electronics. The school hopes to raise $6000 this year to kick off their Annual Drive towards upgrading their Science Lab. For more info call Paul Karasik 293-4059
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Following Columbus Day callers to MVOL.com start asking if the Island is ‘still open.’ It’s an impression that couldn’t be more wrong.
It is the coming weekend, October 16th through18th, that plays host to some of Martha’s Vineyards best attended and most compelling autumn events: the wrap-up of the 64th Annual Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby and the annual MV Food & Wine Festival now moving into its third consecutive year.
Even if you don’t know a fly from a sinker, the closing ceremony of the Derby is a party you won’t want to miss. The awards ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, October 18th at 1 pm at Nectar’s out at the MV Airport. Raffles, awards and great food. Be on hand to see all the prizes including the boat and truck given away! Bring the family, all ages are welcome.
From October 16-18, The Food and Wine Festival again offers attendees a weekend of eating, learning and socializing. Celebrity chefs, locally sourced ingredients, menus and events that entice on so many levels combine to create a masterpiece culinary weekend. Check out the schedule and make your plans now.
Leading up to this blockbuster weekend, events continue to percolate. Shakespeare for the Masses returns to the Vineyard Playhouse with Antony and Cleopatra; Galactic takes the stage at Nectars.
Stop by le Grenier for dinner and dancing any Thursday, Friday or Saturday night. Enjoy a night on the town at Zephrus which has reintroduced its Local Wednesday dinners. Dine out and 20% of the prix fixe price will be donated to the evening’s charity du jour.
Poetry and author events return to local libraries. And of course, the Island’s most spectacular asset-its protected open spaces- is always available for you to explore in the golden October sunlight.
Yes, the Island is still ‘open’ and is waiting to welcome you.
 Wine & Dine
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Monday, October 5th, 2009
We’re looking ahead to a great week on Martha’s Vineyard, capped by the sweetest of all endings: a three day weekend!
Meanwhile, the current of island life continues: The Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby moves into its 4th week with the competition tightening day by day. Stop by the weigh-in station at the Edgartown harbor for a first hand look at the what’s coming in off the boats. Art and chocolate lovers (doesn’t that mean everybody?) alert: Featherstone Center for the Arts readies for its annual Art of Chocolate Festival. Pencil in its Patron’s Preview party for October 9th, then nosh your way through the weekend.
If it’s corn your after, remember there are only a couple of weeks left to be challenged by this year’s Corn Maze out at the Farm Institute in Katama. Once you’ve triumphed, head over to the Native Earth Teaching Farm’s Popcorn Festival up in Chilmark on October 10th. Besides oodles of popcorn for all, you’ll have a chance to observe the farm’s own wool being dyed, check in with the animals and observe a working farm in action.
Later in the day, the American Legion Post in Edgartown hosts an antique auction with lots of Island memorabilia on which to bid. Up in West Tisbury’s Grange Hall the annual Columbus Day Artisan’s Festival will be in full flower. Keep this in mind in the morning as you’re running or cheering on the runners taking part in the 5K Road Race & 1-Mile Fun Run benefiting the Island Affordable Housing Fund. You’ll want to save some energy for some serious early holiday shopping.
Another unique shopping opportunity will be taking place out at the Decorator Show House and Gardens in Edgartown. Following a successful summer showcasing the creativity of Island artisans, decorators and landscapers, fundraising efforts continue as the designer furnishings, artwork, plants, shrubs and outdoor furnishing go on sale. A not to be missed opportunity!
Happy Columbus Day!
Tags: 5K Road Race & 1-Mile Fun Run, Art of Chocolate Festival, Columbus Day Artisan’s Festival, Corn Maze, Decorator Show House and Gardens, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Native Earth Teaching Farm’s Popcorn Festival, Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby
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Thursday, October 1st, 2009
I’ve got my pajamas on
Before I go to bed I’m going to run around.
I’m standing on my head
And the world is upside down.
-“Pajamas” song from Livingston Taylor
Fall on Martha’s Vineyard means many good things. The days are sunny and still fairly warm, meaning my “to do” list contains plenty of long walks on deserted beaches and wooded trails. Potluck dinners with friends I haven’t seen all summer are also a high priority. The never-ending schedule of summer activities – and in my case – hours of dog biscuit baking (Vin-Yips!) for the Farmers’ Markets is just a blur. My laugh journal is crammed with entries from summer craziness and the cool evenings are now perfect for sleeping – and PAJAMAS! In my opinion, after the last ferry boat has left the dock in Vineyard Haven on Labor Day, every islander should don their most comfortable pajamas until Memorial Day weekend. Vineyard fashion is already known for its casual and quirky style, so how much of a leap would it be to take dressing down one step further. Apple crisp in the oven. Pajamas and fleece boots 24/7. Works for me. Have a cozy & relaxing Fall!
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