May 2012
Out of the Depths: Martha’s Vineyard Shipwrecks
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum Countless vessels have been wrecked off the shores of Martha's Vineyard. This exhibition will explore the fascinating and often tragic stories behind these ill-fated voyages through photos, paintings and the wreckage that has washed ashore.The Museum is open from 10 am - 5 pm. This exhibit will be on display through August 11, 2012. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Martha's Vineyard Museum, Edgartown Admission Fee: $7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 kids aged 6-15 Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Museum
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Oct 1st - Aug 11th

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VH Library Art in the Stacks: "Moments of Light"
Sponsor: VH Public Library The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library are pleased to
present "Moments of Light", an exhibit of photographs by Alida
O’Loughlin. The exhibit will be on display during regular library
hours througout the month of May. Vineyard Haven Public Library, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free
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May 1st - May 31st

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Kayak Quest
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Daily weekdays, May through September: Enjoy Sengekontacket Pond at your own pace on this self-guided tour. The rhyming Quest clues will help you uncover the story of the pond's people, places and wildlife. Your Quest ends after you find the hidden Quest box. 10 am - 3:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $32 members; $42 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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May 1st - May 31st

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Grace Church Lobster Rolls!
Sponsor: Grace Church Grace Church Lobster Rolls are back on their summer schedule Fridays4:30-7:30 pm. Eat immediately or packed to go, don't miss this Martha's Vineyard favorite. 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Grace Church, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: n/a Benefit for Church ministries
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May 4th - May 25th

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Ballroom Dancing
Sponsor: BallroomDanceMV Informal Social Ballroom Dancing year round, every Sunday, 6-9 pm, at the Oak Bluffs Senior Center with free lesson 7-7:30 pm. There is a $3 suggested donation. 6 pm - 9 pm, O.B. Senior Center, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $3 suggested donation
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May 6th - May 31st

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Comsog Plant & Seedling Sale
Sponsor: Community Solar Greenhouse Organic, Heirloom Tomatoes - all colors, Peppers, Eggplants, Gorgeous hanging baskets, Bountiful flowers and Herbs of all kinds -- Gorgeous gifts for Mom! All Island grown! 9 am - 2 pm, Oak Bluffs, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: None
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May 12th - May 27th

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The Art of Flowers
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts With Guest Curator: Holly Alaimo. Opening Reception Sunday, May 13 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs.
Continues through May 25 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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May 13th - May 25th

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Island Perspectives
Sponsor: Lauri Bradway Art Show: Lauri Bradway's debut showing of her recent Art Photography will be on display May 19- June 8 at the Chilmark Library. It is entitled 'Island Perspectives'. For information, email: chillib2@comcast.net
Chilmark Library, Chilmark Admission Fee: Free
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May 19th - Jun 8th

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Friends of Family Planning Annual Art Show and Sale
Sponsor: Friends of Family Planning of MV Memorial Day Weekend is almost here, and along with it, the annual Friends of Family Planning Art Show Benefit. Please come admire and purchase artwork at our Art Show Benefit and join us at the opening Gala party.
Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Family Planning of MV
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May 24th - May 27th

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Members' Preview: Showtime: 100 Years of Theater on Martha’s Vineyard
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum This collaborative exhibition explores the deep connections between the Island and the performing arts and artists it has hosted over the years. Reception in the Galleries. Free and open only to members. Opens to the public 5/26.
5 pm - 7 pm, Martha's Vineyard Museum, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free to Museum Members
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May 25th

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Yard and Plant Sale
Sponsor: Chilmark Community Church The Chilmark Community Church invites you to its Yard and Plant Sale taking place from 10 am to noon at the Parish Hall. Come and browse healthy seedlings, perennials and treasures from attic and beyond for your home and summer garden. 10 am - 12 pm, Chilmark Church Parish Hall, Chilmark Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Chilmark Church
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May 26th

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14th Annual Spring Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival Opening show of the Season, come and see all the new work our Island Artists have been working on all winter, great food, free parking and admission, catered food, many demonstrations, playground for kids. Catered by Chesca's of Edgartown. 10 am - 4 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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May 26th - May 27th

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Exhibit: Showtime: 100 Years of Theater on Martha’s Vineyard
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum This collaborative exhibition explores the deep connections between the Island and the performing arts and artists it has hosted over the years. This exhibit also will spill across the community to the Vineyard Playhouse in Vineyard Haven and the Island Theater Workshop in West Tisbury. 10 am - 4 pm, Martha's Vineyard Museum, Edgartown Admission Fee: $7 adults, $6 seniors, $4 children 6-12
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May 26th - Apr 20th

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Unique Up-Island Properties Tour
Sponsor: First Congregational Church of West Tisbury Intriguing plant collections, ornamental shrubs, water gardens, rustic arbors, stonewalls and cookies with punch by the pool! Join us for a fun day in West Tisbury and Chilmark...and get some great ideas to consider.Programs available day of Tour at the church 11 am - 4 pm, WT Congregational Church, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $25 Benefit for Historic church preservation
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May 26th

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Gardening with a Purpose
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Take a break from this busy planting weekend and join Cape & Islands garden expert and author C.L. Fornari to explore different ways to think about garden design, good plants, and what we gain from gardening in addition to a lovely landscape. 3 pm - 4 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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May 26th

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Spring into Summer: A Celebration of Plants
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Help us celebrate the opening of our Visitor Center for the season with our annual Memorial Day plant sale. We will offer garden talks, special tours, family nature walks, seed planting for kids, a tree raffle, book sale, and more. As always Arboretum staff will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice on your plant selections. 10 am - 2 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No Fee
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May 26th

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Crafts at the West Tisbury Public Library
Sponsor: West Tisbury Library Looking for something fun to do on Saturdays? Come to the West Tisbury Public Library and get creative with crafts. Each week brings with it a new topic. This week: Flags. Refreshments too! Don't miss the fun. 11 am - 1 pm, West Tisbury Library, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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May 26th

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Edgartown Lighthouse Open for the Season
Sponsor: MV Museum Visitors are invited to tour the Edgartown Lighthouse in season. The Lighthouse is also open on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day from 11am-6pm. All hours are weather permitting.
Edgartown Lighthouse, Edgartown Admission Fee: $5
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May 26th - Oct 7th

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Gay Head Lighthouse Opens for the Season
Sponsor: MV Museum The Gay Head Lighthouse is open to visitors in the season. The Lighthouse is also open on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day from 11am-6pm. All hours are weather permitting.
Gay Head Lighthouse, Aquinnah Admission Fee: $5
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May 26th - Oct 7th

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Oak Bluffs Memorial Day 5-K Road Race & Fun Run
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Road Race Committee Start your summer at the annual Oak Bluffs Memorial Day Five Kilometer Road Race and One Mile Fun Run, Sunday May 27. 5K Race beginning at 10 am at the Wesley Hotel on Lake Avenue.
10 amWesley Hotel, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Island Charity
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May 27th

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The Art of Costume Design
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Celebrating 30th Anniversary at the Vineyard Playhouse with Guest Curator: MJ Bruder Munafo. Opening Reception Sunday, May 27 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through June 6 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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May 27th - Jun 6th

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Tisbury Town Picnic
Sponsor: Town of Tisbury Come celebrate Memorial Day at Tisbury's annual town picnic 12 noon - 4 pm at the Tashmoo Spring Pumping Station located
on State Road in Vineyard Haven. Free ice cream, boating, music and games for the kids. Grills available.
12 noon - 4 pm, Tashmoo Spring Pumping Station, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free
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May 28th

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Movie Night
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Public Library Join us at the Oak Bluffs Library at 6 pm for this feature film about a family that buys a zoo. Admission is free and all are welcome. 6 pm - 7:45 pm, Oak Bluffs Public Library, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Oak Bluffs Public Library
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May 31st

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Relay for Life
Sponsor: American Cancer Society Relay for Life The American Cancer Society Relay for Life holds its 2012 Relay for Life. 24 hour fundraising effort includes auction an run/walk.
3 pm - 3, MVRHS, Edgartown Admission Fee: $10 Benefit for American Cancer Society
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Jun 1st

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An Evening with Tim Conway
Sponsor: The Rotary Club Beginning at 5:30 enjoy appetizers, cocktails, dinner at The Boathouse, and the opportunity to meet Tim Conway. $100 admission includes premium seating at tomorrow's show at the High School. Rotary Club sponsored event benefits the Cure Alzheimer's Fund and Island charities. 5:30 pm - 7 pm, The Boathouse, Edgartown Admission Fee: $100/pp Benefit for Cure Alzheimer's Fund and Island charities
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Jun 1st

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Kayak Quest
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Daily weekdays, May through September: Enjoy Sengekontacket Pond at your own pace on this self-guided tour. The rhyming Quest clues will help you uncover the story of the pond's people, places and wildlife. Your Quest ends after you find the hidden Quest box. 10 am - 3:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $32 members; $42 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 1st - Jun 29th

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The Untouchables
Sponsor: The Martha's Vineyard Film Festvial The true story of a wealthy, physically disabled risk taker, the picture of established French nobility, who lost his wife in an accident and whose world is turned upside down when he hires a young, good-humored, black Muslim ex-con as his caretaker. Their bond proves the power and omniscience that love and friendship can hold over all social and economic differences. 8 pm - 10 pm, Capawock Theater, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free with membership, $9 for non-members
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Jun 1st

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Guided Kayak Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Sat.: June 2 - Sept. 15; Tues & Thurs.: June 19 - Aug. 30. Join a Felix Neck naturalist on an exciting kayak adventure on Sengekontacket Pond. Paddle by Sarson's Island to see nesting shorebirds. Watch American oystercatchers, cormorants and shorebirds feed and frolic. Explore the salt marsh and search for pond wildlife. 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 2nd - Jun 30th

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The Way of the Willow: Create a Flower Tower
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join award-winning basketmaker Wendy Jensen to learn the “way of the willow.” This workshop begins with an introduction to the use and cultivation of the versatile willow plant—genus, Salix. Participants will then build their own 4- to 5-foot decorative “Flower Tower” from willow rods. 9 am - 2 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $125/$100 for PHA members
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Jun 2nd

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Tim Conway & Friends
Sponsor: The Rotary Club Tim Conway and Louise DuArt team up for this special night of comedy to benefit the The MV Rotary Club's Cure Alzheimer's Fund and Island charities. Show beigins at the Performing Arts Center at 7 pm. Tickets are $20 7 pmMV Regional High School Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $20 Benefit for Cure Alzheimer's Fund and Island charities
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Jun 2nd

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A Sense of Wonder Spring Art Show
Sponsor: A Sense of Wonder Come and view to purchase the delightful art created by Sense of Wonder students. Proceeds raised benefit UNICEF. Auction and celebration too. Free admission and all are welcome. Noon to 5 pm Saturday & Sunday. 12 noon - 5 pm, Sense of Wonder Studio, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 2nd - Jun 3rd

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Children's Benefit Golf Tournament at Farm Neck
Sponsor: Tournament Sponsor: Morton Financial, Major Sponsors: Edgartown National Bank & vineyard vines Join us for a wonderful day of golf and celebration to support the youth of Martha's Vineyard. Tournament Format: Handicap-Adjusted Five Player Scramble, 18 Holes Tax Deductible Entry Fee: $250.00 per player. Includes: Continental Breakfast, Greens & Cart Fees, On Course Refreshments, Commemorative Gift, & Awards Luncheon. 8 am - 2:30 pm, Farm Neck Golf Club, Edgartown Admission Fee: $250 per player - tax deductible Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Boys & Girls Club and Big Brothers Big Sisters
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Jun 3rd

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Oak Bluffs Open Market
Sponsor: K. Cowley Enjoy Sunday in the park by the sea! The Open Market offers an ever-changing variety of locally grown produce, specialty foods, artisans and vintage dealers. Something new every week - don't miss it! Washington Park. 10 am - 2 pm, Washington Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 3rd - Sep 2nd

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 7 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 3rd

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 7:30 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 4th

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Thomas Hart Benton: A Life, Author Talk
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum Justin Wolff, Professor of Art History at the University of Maine, will explain how even as the nation learned his name, Benton was still scorned by critics and political commentators for being too nationalistic and his art too regressive. $8 for Members/$12 for non-Members. Books available for purchase/signing. 5:30 pm - 7 pm, Martha's Vineyard Museum, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members/$12 for Non-Member Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Museum
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Jun 5th

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Quick Easy Healthy Family Meals
Sponsor: Kitchen Porch Culinary Experiences Free Class with Leslie Floyd, Chef and director of the School Lunch Program and Jan Buhrman, Chef and Caterer
It’s all about easy, fun, fresh, quick, healthy and delicious! Come learn some tricks of the trade by two chefs who know how to serve large numbers of people and how to translate these skills to create meals for your family. 6 pm - 9 pm, MVRHS Cafeteria, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 5th

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Sharks Baseball
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Free admission. See the Sharks get together as a team for the first time in 2012 and watch them play against each other in an intra-squad game. Get player's autographs! Free admission.
4 pm - 6:30 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Intra-squad game
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Jun 6th

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Magnolias: Majestic Flowering Trees
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join executive director Tim Boland on a walk and talk through the PHA magnolia collection. Tim, on the board of Magnolia Society International, a group of magnolia experts devoted to the promotion, study, and conservation of magnolias, will feature stories about this fascinating group of trees. 10 am - 11 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $5/free for PHA members
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Jun 7th

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Summer Kick-Off
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum Join the Museum staff and tour the current exhibits on display. Learn about upcoming events and ways to get more involved as the summer begins. Refreshments will be served. Free and open to all. 3-4 pm. 3 pm - 4 pm, Martha's Vineyard Museum, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free and Open to All Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Museum
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Jun 7th

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The Technology Answer Man
Sponsor: Library Friends of Oak Bluffs Get your burning technology questions answered. If we don't know the answer, we'll point you in the right direction. Richard Hammond is here to help! He is an instructor at MVRHS, and conducts courses for SCORE and here at the OBPL. 6 pm - 7:30 pm, Oak Bluffs Public Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 7th - Jun 21st

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Documentary Thursday
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Public Library "A Walk to Beautiful." An inspiring story of 3 women rejected by their husbands and ostracized by their communities, who leave home in search medical treetment. A knitting for charity opportunity is available as Island knitters are making shawls and blankets to send to the hospital in Ethiopia. 6 pmOak Bluffs Public Library, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Oak Bluffs Public Library
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Jun 7th

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Raw Foods Dinner
Sponsor: Kitchen Porch Culinary Experiences Raw Foods Class with Dinner Come learn and experience the value of raw foods and enjoy a delicious dinner of freshly prepared fruits and vegetables.
Register online using link provided. 5-9 pm. $75 participation fee. 5 pm - 9 pm, Location to be sent to registered participants., . Admission Fee: $75.00
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Jun 7th

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KCT Concerts Presents: Oisin MacDiarmada & Seamus Begley
Sponsor: KCT Concerts Inc. Don't miss the opportunity to see Oisin MacDiarmada & Seamus Begley in concert in the intimate space of the Katharine Cornell Theater as the KCT Concerts series continues to bring live music to the Vineyard Haven stage.
8 pmKatharine Cornell Theater, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $25
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Jun 8th

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West Tisbury Farmer's Market
Sponsor: West Tisbury Farmers Market You won't want to miss the sights, sounds and tastes at the Farmer's Market at the West Tisbury Grange Hall! Just picked local produce, fragrant flowers, delicious prepared foods from Island kitchens and more. June 9th through October 6th: Saturdays 9 am -noon, from June 20 through August 29 also open Wednesdays 9 am to noon 9 am - 12 noon, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 9th - Oct 6th

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Coastal Waterbirds By Land and Sea
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Oystercatchers, plovers and terns, oh my! Walk the beach with our shorebird biologist to record field data, search for birds and nests, and identify bird and mammal tracks in the sand. Meet at the State Beach access trail on the Oak Bluffs side of Big Bridge.
9 am - 10 am, Oak Bluffs side of Big Bridge, State Beach, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 9th

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Sharks Baseball Opening Day
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Opening Day! Martha's Vineyard Sharks play the Nashau Silver Knights from 5-7:15 pm at the Vineyard Baseball Park. $5 for Adults and $3 for Children benefits Little League & Junior League. Game is followed by Live Music featuring Dukes County Love Affair beginning at 7:15 pm. 5 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children Benefit for Little League & Junior League
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Jun 9th

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5th Annual Lighthouse Challenge
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Museum/Trustees of Reservations/Chamber of Commerce The Martha’s Vineyard Museum, Trustees of Reservations and Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce welcome you to the 5th Annual Lighthouse Challenge. Tour the Island to visit the Vineyard’s five beautiful and well-preserved lighthouses and the first order Fresnel Lens located at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum. Learn about maritime history while enjoying the beautiful vistas and scenic waters. 10 am - 4 pm, Lighthouses of Martha's Vineyard, Martha's Vineyard Admission Fee: Yes
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Jun 9th

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35th Annual Bread Sale
Sponsor: Vineyard Committee on Hunger The Vineyard Committee on Hunger will hold its 35th Annual Bread Sale under the Linden Tree, next to the Capawok Theater, Main Street, Vineyard Haven on Saturday, June 9th beginning at 9 am. All proceeds from the sale will be used to help relieve hunger here on the Island, in certain especially poverty-stricken areas of the nation, and around the world.
9 amunder the Linden Tree, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: no admission
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Jun 9th

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The Art of iPhone Photography
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts With Guest Curator: Kathrine Rose. Opening Reception Sunday, June 10 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through June 27 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 10th - Jun 27th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 10th

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Sharks Baseball & Live Music
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks The Red, White and Blue U.S. Military All-Stars will be playing the Sharks. Help us honor our warriors from 5 to 7:15 pm. $5 for Adults and $3 for Children admission benefits U.S. Military All-Stars & Wounded Warriors. Plus, enjoy music with "Mike Benjamin Music" immediately after the game starting at 7:15. Entertainment included in price of admission. 5 pm - 8:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children Benefit for U.S. Military All-Stars & Wounded Warriors
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Jun 10th

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Flatbread Dine to Donate Pizza Nights
Sponsor: Flatbread Pizza On Tuesdays 6/12, 19 and 26 a portion of the pizza sales at Flatbread pizza will benefitan Island Charity. Come enjoy a delicious wood fired pizza made with locally grown organic ingredients and support a deserving Island charity too. Starts at 5:30 pm. 5:30 pmFlatbread Pizza, Edgartown Admission Fee: n/a
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Jun 12th - Jun 26th

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Meet the Heaths!
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join Arboretum staff for a look at the heath family (Ericaceae) at PHA. There’s more to this family than our 523 (not that we’re counting!) beloved rhododendrons. On this walk we will tour the living collection and meet the relatives, discovering many lesser-known ericaceous plants including native shrubs, evergreen groundcovers, and summer-blooming trees. 10 am - 11 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $5/free for PHA members
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Jun 12th

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A Taste of the Vineyard Gourmet Stroll
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust The Taste of the Vineyard is the kick-off to the Vineyard's summer social season. Thursday night's Gourmet Stroll offers the Island's best food, wine and hand-crafted beers from over 75 outstanding fine food and beverage participants. Then, dance to Jerry Bennett and the Sultans of Swing's 12 piece band.
6:30 pmOld Whaling Church Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: $150 Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust
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Jun 14th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Federated Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmFederated Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 14th

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Photography at Polly Hill
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Late afternoon at the Arboretum is a perfect time to learn how to capture that special image. Katherine was garden photographer for the Boston Globe for ten years and has taught photography at the university level and at Featherstone for the last thirteen years. Pre-register, space is limited. 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $30/$20 for PHA members
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Jun 14th

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Rotary Charity Golf Tournament
Sponsor: Edgartown National Bank, Rotary Club of Martha's Vineyard The Vineyard Golf Club, 9:00 am registration-10:00 am shotgun start. $150. Includes: Golf, Caddy, Contests, Prizes & Buffet Meal. Benefits Hospice and other Island charities 9 amThe Vineyard Golf Club, Edgartown Admission Fee: $150 Benefit for Hospice of Martha's Vineyard
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Jun 15th

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Windemere Nursing and Rehab Center Annual Auction
Sponsor: Windemere Nursing and Rehab Center Join us on June 15, 2012 at the Ag Hall from 6-8 pm for Windemere's Annual Auction to benefit the Activity Programs. Wonderful items for auction, desserts and wine. Admission is free and all are welcome. 6 pm - 8 pm, Ag Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Windemere Nursing and Rehab Center
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Jun 15th

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Museum Summer Opening Reception
Sponsor: MV Museum Celebrate the summer season with a reception on the lawn and the opening of two new exhibitions. The curators will unveil the results of the Island Faces Portrait Contest in collaboration with Featherstone Center for the Arts and open the Hands-on History space. As part of the Theater exhibit, enjoy a short performance by the Vineyard Playhouse’s Shakespeare For The Masses on the Museum lawn. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Museum Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free and open to all
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Jun 15th

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Guided Walking Tours
Sponsor: MVCMA Visit One of America's Historic Landmarks: Guided walking tours of the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association grounds start at the Tabernacle every Tuesday and Thursday during July and August. Begins with a short slide presentation followed by a guided walk through the Campground. 10 amMVCMA Tabernacle, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $10 gen'l adm/children under 10 free Benefit for Tabernacle Restoration Fund
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Jun 15th - Aug 31st

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the St Andrews Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 7pm. 7 pmSt Andrews Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 15th

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Annual OB Harbor Festival
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Association Celebrate Harbor Fest, OB's annual celebration with food, music and vendors displaying their wares. Stroll between the water's edge and the gingerbread cottages of Oak Bluffs. Everything from clothing & jewelry to artwork and beach supplies -- Harborfest has it all. noon - 5 pm, Oak Bluffs Harborfront, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 16th

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Annual OB Summer Solstice Celebration & Fireworks
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Association Oak Bluffs celebrates the arrival of summer at its annual solstice celebration, beginning at 5 pm on Circuit Avenue. Music, arts, crafts and lots of family fun in the lingering twilight of the year's longest day. Fireworks over the Harbor 10pm.
5 pm - 11 pm, Circuit Ave., Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 16th

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A Taste of the Vineyard Patron's Party and Gala Auction
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust Celebrate Taste of the Vineyard at the Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust's at the Patrons' Dinner Dance and Auction. Feast on delectable hors d'oeuvres and savor fine beverages while catching up with old friends and previewing the auction.
6 pmDr. Daniel Fisher House Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: $225/pp Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Preservation Trust
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Jun 16th

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34th Bloomsday Celebration on MV
Sponsor: Arts & Society. Martha's Vineyard will join in the world-wide observance of Bloomsday--the annual celebration of the works of James Joyce--with an evening of music and drama presented by Arts & Society at the katharine Cornell Theater.
8 pmKatharine Cornell Theater., Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15
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Jun 16th

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Midsummer Faerie Festival
Sponsor: New Moon Magick Come celebrate the Solstice with the Fae on Martha's Vineyard!
We are thrilled to announce the 2nd annual Midsummer Faerie Festival to be held in Oak Bluffs.
Free fun and entertainment will be offered throughout the day, noon to 5 pm. 12 noon - 5 pm, Oak Bluffs harbor, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 16th

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Blessing of the Animals and Open House
Sponsor: Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard On Saturday, June 16th from 1-3 pm join us at the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard on Pennywise Path in Edgartown for our Summer Open House and a 'Blessing of the Animals.'
Meet the staff of the Animal Shelter and tour the facility. Refreshments will be served. 1 pm - 3 pm, Sunset Lake, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 16th

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Sharks vs. Nashua Silver Knights
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Get player's autographs before the game - 4 to 4:45pm...Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize on final contest August 9th. Game begins at 5 pm. Admission $5 for Adults and $3 for Children. Plus: enjoy music with "Rick Bausman & the Vicious Fishes" immediately after the game. 5 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children
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Jun 16th

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Flora Novae Angliae: A Comprehensive Manual of Plants
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Get a behind-the-scenes understanding of how this book came to be from botanist and author Arthur Haines. He will explain why an updated Flora was necessary and share his stories of plants, places, and people important to him in the creation of this invaluable new manual. 10 am - 11:30 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $15/$10 for PHA members
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Jun 16th

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Midsummer Faerie Festival
Sponsor: New Moon Magick - Enchanted Chococlates Celebrate the Solstice with the Fae on Martha's Vineyard at the 2nd annual Midsummer Faerie Festival to be held in Oak Bluffs! Free fun music, marionettes, firedancers, storytellers, Solstice Ritual, workshops & childrens activity tent will be offered throughout the day. 10 am - 5 pm, Washington Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 16th

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Wanted--Your Gently Used Books
Sponsor: Library Friends of Oak Bluffs The Library Friends host a one-day book drive. Go through your collection and see if there are any books, DVDs or CDs that you can donate. The Library Friends must pay to dispose of books that don't sell which defeats the purpose of the book sale. 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm , Meeting Room of Oak Bluffs Public Library, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Oak Bluffs Public Library
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Jun 16th

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Martha's Vineyard Restaurant Week
Sponsor: MV Chamber of Commerce, mvyradio and MVOL.com SAVE the DATE: Martha's Vineyard Restaurant Week - Sun. June 17-Thurs, June 21, 2012. Island Restaurants offer special multi-course menus - lunch of 2+ courses priced from $10-$20, dinner of 3+ courses priced from $25-$45
Various start timesIsland restaurants, Island-wide Admission Fee: $25-$45
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Jun 17th - Jun 21st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 17th

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Sharks vs. Seacoast Mavericks
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Get player's autographs before the game 4 to 4:45 pm. Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize on final contest August 9th. Plus: enjoy music with "All Electric" immediately after the game. 5:00 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children
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Jun 17th

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Seashore Discovery
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Mon, Wed & Fri: June 18-Aug 31: Meet amazing creatures of the sea including crabs, whelks and scallops! Take a short walk through the forest to a protected beach, where you will explore shallow waters with dip nets, and use a large seine net. 10 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 18th - Jun 29th

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Tank Time
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary It's feeding time at Felix Neck! Learn about our resident turtles, frogs and saltwater tank animals as you watch them eat their lunch. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm June 18 - September 7.
1:30 pm - 2 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 18th - Jun 29th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Trinity United Methodist Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmTrinity United Methodist Church, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 18th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jun 19th

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Lobster Rolls to Go
Sponsor: Chilmark Community Church Summer's here and so are the generous, delicious lobster rolls ready to take to the beach or the terrace. Chips and a drink included in price. (Price to be determined when cost of lobster known.) 4:30 pm - 7 pm, Chilmark Church Parish Hall, Chilmark Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Chilmark Church
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Jun 19th - Sep 11th

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Creature Feature-Salamanders
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Salamanders. This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per childs Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 19th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Chilmark Community Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmChilmark Community Church, Chilmark Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 19th

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Nature Camp for a Day!
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Pondemonium: Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 5-10. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $58 members/$73 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 20th

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Know Your Arboretum
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Help us kick-off our summer lecture season with this fun and informative gathering. Join Arboretum staff for a wine and cheese reception followed by an update of recent activities at PHA. Learn about future garden plans, new plants, research projects, and upcoming events. No fee. 6:45 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No fee
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Jun 20th

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Nature Camp for a Day!
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Mammal Mania: Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 5-10. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $58 members/$73 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 21st

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Butterfly Garden Work Party
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Help our garden grow while working alongside our dedicated and knowledgeable garden volunteers.
Thursdays, 1-3 pm June 21 - August 30. 1 pm - 3 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 21st - Jun 28th

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Creature Feature-Spider Crabs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Spider Crabs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 21st

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Sharks vs. Wachusett Dirt Dawgs
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize at final contest August 9th.
Enter the Jim’s Package Store Bingo Contest….winner qualifies for $1,000 cash prize on final contest August 3rd. 5 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children
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Jun 21st

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Author Talk: Dorothy West's Paradise by Cherene Sherrard-Johnson
Sponsor: MV Museum Cherene Sherrard-Johnson will discuss West's long life and career, and explore Oak Bluffs’ history as an elite African American enclave. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jun 21st

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Technology Answer Man
Sponsor: Library Friends of Oak Bluffs The (Technology) Answer Man is here! Get your burning technology questions answered. If we don't know the answer, we'll point you in the right direction. Richard Hammond is here to help! He is an instructor at MVRHS, SCORE and the OBPL. Brought to you by the Library Friends of Oak Bluffs, free of charge.
6 pm - 7:30 pm, Oak Bluffs Public Library, 2nd flr Conference Room, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 21st

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Federated Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmFederated Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 21st

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Island Theatre Workshop Presents
Sponsor: ITW Reprising their acclaimed April production the Island Theatre Workshop presents 'I Sent a Letter to My Love' at the Katharine Cornell Theater. Shows are at 8 pm June 21, 22, 23, 24; June 28, 29, 30 and July 5, 6 & 7 Tickets are $15 and $25. 8 pmKatharine Cornell Theater, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Yes
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Jun 21st - Jul 7th

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13th Annual VNA Golf Classic
Sponsor: MV Savings Bank, Sostek Home Care, Callaway Golf, Cronig's Market This year's annual golf tournament is moving to early summer! The 13th Annual Golf Classic will take place Friday, June 22nd at the Vineyard Golf Club in Edgartown. To participate in this year's tournament, you may register online below, by phone at 508-696-0785 or at our office in VH at 15 Merchant's Court. 7 & 9 amVineyard Golf Club, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Vineyard Nursing Assoc.
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Jun 22nd

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Blooming Bids for Kids!
Sponsor: . Join us for the fun at the "Blooming Bids For Kids" auction, a summer party featuring a silent auction of items and unique planters created by local artisans to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters on Martha's Vineyard.
6 pm - 8 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $50
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Jun 22nd

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Surfcasters Assn Island Cup Upcoming
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Surfcasters Association The 5th Annual Island Cup pitting the Martha’s Vineyard Surfcasters Association versus the Nantucket Anglers’ Club will be held on Martha’s Vineyard June 22, 23, 24, 2012.
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Jun 22nd

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Nature Camp for a Day!
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Crazy Crabs: Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 5-10. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $58 members/$73 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 22nd

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Bessie Schonberg Mentorship Residency Performance
Sponsor: The Yard Inc. Veteran Yard artist Marta Renzi mentors a diverse group of bright choreographic talent. The 2012 Bessie Schönberg Choreographers are Adam Barruch, Jon Kinzel, Jimena Paz and Marya Wethers. During their three-week residency, the choreographers will work with collaborating performers to create brand new work developed while on island. Join us to see where all the new research and Vineyard inspiration take these emerging creators in the works-in-progress performance. 8 pmThe Yard , Chilmark Admission Fee: $25 General // $15 Student & Senior
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Jun 22nd

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Fish Farm for Haiti Tennis Tourament
Sponsor: Fish Farm for Haiti Three day fundraiser raises money and awareness for food and education for the children of Haiti to be held at the farm Neck Golf Club in Oak Bluffs. $50 participation fee; oprn to all ages and levels. Begins at 9 am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 9 amFarm Neck Golf Course, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $50 Benefit for Fish Farm for Haiti
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Jun 22nd - Jun 24th

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Fish Farm for Haiti Tennis Tourament
Sponsor: Fish Farm for Haiti Three day fundraiser raises money and awareness for food and education for the children of Haiti to be held at the farm Neck Golf Club in Oak Bluffs. $50 participation fee; oprn to all ages and levels. Begins at 9 am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 9 amFarm Neck Golf Course, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $50 Benefit for Fish Farm for Haiti
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Jun 22nd - Jun 24th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the St Andrews Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 7pm. 7 pmSt Andrews Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 22nd

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Multi-deatler Antique Show
Sponsor: MV Antique Association June 22 to Sept 14th The MV Antique Association presents its multi-dealer antique show at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury from 9 am until 3 pm, Fridays. Explore yet to be discovered treasures from near and far. Fun for the whole family, free parking and free admission. Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 22nd - Sep 14th

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ACE Offers One Day University
Sponsor: ACE MV Early Bird registration is now open for the first ever One Day University: Arts, Culture, Sustainability hosted by ACE MV. The all day event June 23, 2012 (8am to 3pm) will include choices from 13 workshops, 8 roundtable discussions and over 20 exhibits that will explore creative ways to enhance sustainable living. MVRHS, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Yes
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Jun 23rd

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One Day University: Arts, Culture, Sustainability
Sponsor: Adult and Community Education NV - ACE MV The focus of this day is to encourage conversations across communities and areas of expertise within a variety of fields and domains, to integrate our knowledge and increase our resilience and sustainability as a community. 8:15 am - 3 pm, MVRHS, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $89-$150
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Jun 23rd

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Annual Strawberry Festival
Sponsor: The First Congregational Church of West Tisbury Kick off summer with strawberry shortcake, whipped cream, ice cream, or a delicious "smoothie"! Enjoy your treats on the lawn in the center of West Tisbury, and meet visitors from around the world! 12 noon - 4 pm, WT Church, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Historic church preservation
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Jun 23rd

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One Day University: Arts, Culture, Sustainability
Sponsor: Adult and Community Education NV - ACE MV One Day University: Arts, Culture, & Sustainability for June 23, 2012 from 8am to 3pm to take place at MVRHS. The program will be a stimulating day of a keynote speaker and expert facilitator, 13 workshops, 9 roundtable discussions, over 18 gallery exhibits, and inspiring closing remarks including ways to continue the conversation in communities of practice. 8 am - 3 pm, MVRHS, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $65 early bird, $89 includes lunch
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Jun 23rd

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2nd Annual Vineyard Haven House Tour
Sponsor: MV Museum Ever driven down William Street and marveled at the historic homes and exquisite architecture? Now is your chance to get a better look. Five homes will be open for touring, and guests are invited to finish their tour with lemonade, and cookies. 9:30 am - 3:00 pm, Starts at the Stone Church, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $45 for lecture and tour, $35 for tour only, $100 for patrons Benefit for MV Museum
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Jun 23rd

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Bessie Schonberg Mentorship Residency Performance
Sponsor: The Yard Inc. Veteran Yard artist Marta Renzi mentors a diverse group of bright choreographic talent. The 2012 Bessie Schönberg Choreographers are Adam Barruch, Jon Kinzel, Jimena Paz and Marya Wethers. During their three-week residency, the choreographers will work with collaborating performers to create brand new work developed while on island. 8 pm The Yard , Chilmark Admission Fee: $25 General // $15 Student & Senior
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Jun 23rd

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Vineyard Haven / Oak Bluffs Band Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Haven Band An Island tradition since 1868, the Band holds concerts in Vineyard Haven and Oak Bluffs on alternating Sundays at 8 pm beginning June 24 through August 19. Bring the family for the music and the fun. First two concerts are in Ocean Park on June 24 & July 1; first VH concert on July 8. 8 pmOcean Park/Owen Park, Vineyard Haven & Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 24th - Aug 19th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 24th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Restoration
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Restoration: Nominated for 11 Israeli Academy Awards, Restoration chronicles a triangle of fatherhood ties, a triangle of love. From late June into early August, the Summer Institute presents a series of provocative films, screened Sunday evenings at 7:30 pm. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jun 24th

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Sharks vs. Seacoast Mavericks
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Get player's autographs before the game 4- 4:45 pm.Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize at final contest August 9th.Enter the Jim’s Package Store Bingo Contest….winner qualifies for $1,000 cash prize on final contest August 3rd. Plus: enjoy music with "All Electric" immediately after the game. 5:00 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children
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Jun 24th

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East Chop Lighthouse Open for the Season
Sponsor: MV Museum The East Chop Lighthouse is open on Sunday nights in season for visitors to enjoy. June 24 - July 29: 7-9pm; August 5 - September 16: 6-8pm. All hours are weather permitting. 6 pm - 9 pm, East Chop Lighthouse, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5
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Jun 24th - Sep 16th

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Musical Monday: Jon Zeeman and Friends
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free!
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jun 25th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 25th - Jun 29th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Trinity United Methodist Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmTrinity United Methodist Church, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 25th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free. 9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jun 26th

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Marine Discovery Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Tuesdays, through August 28: Cruise from Oak Bluffs Harbor with Capt. John and a Felix Neck naturalist to explore the waters of Vineyard Sound aboard the Skipper, a Coast Guard licensed vessel We may tow a plankton net, use a scallop drag and check lobster and fish traps for the diversity of crabs, fish and shellfish. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Oak Bluffs Harbor, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 26th

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Creature Feature-Worms
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Worms: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 26th

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Edgartown: The Tree Tour!
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Enough about the distinguished Federal and Greek Revival homes of Edgartown— have you experienced the tree tour?! Join collections and grounds manager Tom Clark for this informative and fun walking tour of the many glorious mature trees of Edgartown. 10 am - 12 noon, Call for location, Edgartown Admission Fee: $20/$10 for PHA members
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Jun 26th

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Shipwrecks Lecture: In the Wake of Kon Tiki: Thor Heyerdahl and Andean-Polynesian Contact by Jim Richardson
Sponsor: MV Museum Shipwrecks Lecture: In the Wake of Kon Tiki: Thor Heyerdahl and Andean-Polynesian Contact.
East Chop resident and Curator Emeritus of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History Jim Richardson will explore Heyerdahl's evidence for Andean-Polynesian contact that has stood for decades. Reception to follow. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jun 26th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Chilmark Community Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmChilmark Community Church, Chilmark Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 26th

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Chilmark Flea Market
Sponsor: Chilmark Community Church At 45 years, this is the oldest market on the island. Every year it gets better! High quality hand made items from Vineyard artists and craftsmen, antiques, imports, and vintage finds. 9 am to 2 pm every Wednesday through September 2.
9 am - 2 pm, Meadow at 142 North Road, Chilmark Admission Fee: free Benefit for Chilmark Church
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Jun 27th - Sep 1st

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Holly Bellebuono Discusses New Herbal
Sponsor: Chilmark Library Holly Bellebuono will talk about her new book, The Essential Herbal for Natural Health: How to Transform Easy-to-Find Herbs into Healing Remedies for the Whole Family, at the Chilmark Library at 5:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments served.
5:30 pmChilmark Library, Chilmark Library Admission Fee: Free
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Jun 27th

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Sharks vs. North Shore Navigators
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Kids Day @ the Park! Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize at final contest August 9th. Enter the Jim’s Package Store Bingo Contest….winner qualifies for $1,000 cash prize at final contest August 3rd. 11 am - 1:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children Benefit for Community Summer Camps
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Jun 27th

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Early Birders
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Thursdays through August 30: The early bird gets the worm or the fish! Join Felix Neck birders for a casual walk of the sanctuary grounds to look for summertime birds. An easy to moderate (often buggy) stroll.Thursdays 8-9 am
8 am - 9 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 28th

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Creature Feature-Scallops
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Scallops: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jun 28th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the Federated Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 8 pm. 8 pmFederated Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 28th

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Sharks vs. Brockton Rox
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Bark in the Park! Bring your dog and get in for free & see the Flying Dogs. Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize at final contest August 9th.Enter the Jim’s Package Store Bingo Contest….winner qualifies for $1,000 cash prize at final contest August 3rd. 5 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children Benefit for Camp Jabberwocky
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Jun 29th

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Vineyard Sound Evening Concerts
Sponsor: Vineyard Sounds Drop by the St Andrews Church to hear the a capella sounds of Vineyard Sounds singing all your favorites from summers gone by. $8/$5 Begins at 7pm. 7 pmSt Andrews Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8/$5
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Jun 29th

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Sharks vs. British National Team
Sponsor: Martha’s Vineyard Sharks Get player's autographs before the game 4-4:45 pm. Enter the Dietz & Watson Hot Dog Eating Contest...winner qualifies for $2,500 cash prize at final contest August 9th. Enter the Jim’s Package Store Bingo Contest….winner qualifies for $1,000 cash prize at final contest August 3rd. Game starts at 5 pm.
5:00 pm - 7:15 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $5 for Adults and $3 for Children Benefit for British National Team
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Jun 30th

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14th Annual Evening of Discovery
Sponsor: MV Museum Come be a part of history as the Museum’s summer gala moves to the lawn of the former Marine Hospital/St. Pierre School. The location isn’t the only thing changing. Experience new friends and new fun in a new format accompanied by a fabulous buffet dinner. 6 pm - 9:30 pm, Former Marine Hospital/St. Pierre School, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $200 Benefit for MV Museum
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Jun 30th

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Martha’s Vineyard Artists of The Copley Society
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Opening Reception Sunday, July 1 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through July 18 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 1st - Jul 18th

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500 Years of Guitar Music
Sponsor: Chilmark Community Church Peter Griggs, Guitarist. The program, "500 Years of Music for Guitar," is a chronological tour of the guitarist's repertoire from the Renaissance to the Contemporary. The program includes music by J.S. Bach, Gaspar Sanz, Ferdinando Carulli, Bartolome Calatuyud, George Gershwin, Thelonious Monk and Baden Powell - as well as his own compositions.
5 pm - 6 pm, Chilmark Community Church, Chilmark Admission Fee: suggested $10 donation Benefit for Church Music Fund
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Jul 1st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 1st

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Nicky's Family
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Nicky’s Family tells the nearly forgotten story of Nicholas Winton, an Englishman who organized the rescue of 669 Czech and Slovak children just before the outbreak of World War II. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jul 1st

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 2nd - Jul 6th

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Musical Monday: Joanne Cassidy & Friends
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free!
July 2, 2012 Joanne Cassidy & Friends: Pop & soul 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm , Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 2nd

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Seashore Discovery
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Mon. Wed & Fri through August 31: Meet amazing creatures of the sea including crabs, whelks and scallops! Take a short walk through the forest to a protected beach, where you will explore shallow waters with dip nets, and use a large seine net. 10 am - 11:30 am , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 2nd - Jul 30th

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Kayak Quest
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Daily weekdays, May through September: Enjoy Sengekontacket Pond at your own pace on this self-guided tour. The rhyming Quest clues will help you uncover the story of the pond's people, places and wildlife. Your Quest ends after you find the hidden Quest box. 10 am - 3:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $32 members; $42 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 2nd - Jul 31st

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Tank Time
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary It's feeding time at Felix Neck! Learn about our resident turtles, frogs and saltwater tank animals as you watch them eat their lunch. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays1:30 pm - 2:00 pmJune 18 - September 7. 1:30 pm - 2 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 2nd - Jul 30th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 3rd

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Vineyard Streetball Classic 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Sponsor: Omar Daniel The 10th Annual Vineyard Streetball Classic, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, is slated for Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at Niantic Park in Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard. Opening rounds begin at 10 a.m. Boys and Girls ages 10 to 18 are welcome to compete. 10 am - 5 pm, Niantic Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: NA Benefit for Niantic Park & Boys & Girls Club
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Jul 3rd

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Guided Kayak Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Sat.: June 2 - Sept. 15; Tues & Thurs.: June 19 - Aug. 30. Join a Felix Neck naturalist on an exciting kayak adventure on Sengekontacket Pond. Paddle by Sarson's Island to see nesting shorebirds. Watch American oystercatchers, cormorants and shorebirds feed and frolic. Explore the salt marsh and search for pond wildlife. 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 3rd - Jul 31st

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Marine Discovery Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 pm through Aug. 28. Cruise from Oak Bluffs Harbor with Capt. John and a Felix Neck naturalist to explore the waters of Vineyard Sound aboard the Skipper, a Coast Guard licensed vessel We may tow a plankton net, use a scallop drag and check lobster and fish traps for the diversity of crabs, fish and shellfish. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Oak Bluffs Harbor, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 3rd - Jul 31st

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 7:30 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 3rd

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Creature Feature-Turtles
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Turtles: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 3rd

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MV Museum Day at the MV Sharks Game
Sponsor: MV Sharks Start your Independence Day celebrations a little early at Museum Day at the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks baseball game. Enjoy a watermelon eating contest, bingo, sack races, trivia pursuit, t-shirt toss, and more. Following the game, enjoy music from Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish. 5 pm - 7 pm, Vineyard Baseball Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free and open to all Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 3rd

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July 4th Barbeque on the Old Whaling Church Lawn
Sponsor: MV Preservation Trust Edgartown on the Fourth is classic Americana. Bring the family, spread out your blanket and relax and enjoy a great meal while waiting for the parade to start. Food is sold and served a la carte and tickets are not needed to attend. It's a great place to have a casual dinner after the parade and before the fireworks!
4 pm - 8 pm, Old Whaling Church Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free Benefit for MV Preservation Trust
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Jul 4th

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Fourth of July Parade
Sponsor: Town of Edgartown Celebrate the Fourth at Edgartown's traditional 4th of July parade--marching bands, fabulous floats, old fashioned fun for the whole family.
5 pmDowntown, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 4th

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Edgartown's Annual Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
Sponsor: Town of Edgartown Celebrate the Fourth of July with Edgartown's traditional 4th of July parade & fireworks. Enjoy the traditional parade then claim your seat on Memorial Wharf or any of the other harborfront locations for a resplendent display over the water. on the harbor, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 4th

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Murdick's Run the Chop Challenge
Sponsor: Murdick's Fudge "Murdick's Run the Chop Challenge" 5 mile Road Race, July 4th. Sponsored by Murdick's to benefit Rotary of MV to support Vineyard Kids.
9 amTisbury School, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $20 pre enter $25 day of Benefit for Rotary of MV for Vineyard Kids
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Jul 4th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 5th

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Early Birders
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Thursdays through August 30: The early bird gets the worm or the fish! Join Felix Neck birders for a casual walk of the sanctuary grounds to look for summertime birds. An easy to moderate (often buggy) stroll. Thursdays 8-9 am.
8 am - 9 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 5th - Jul 26th

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Butterfly Garden Work Party
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Help our garden grow while working alongside our dedicated and knowledgeable garden volunteers.
Thursdays, 1-3 pm June 21 - August 30. 1 pm - 3 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 5th - Jul 26th

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Creature Feature-Osprey
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Osprey: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 5th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Jeffrey Toobin
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Jul 5th

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Joys of Butterfly Gardening
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Butterflies are welcome visitors to our gardens. Join Susie Bowman, teacher/naturalist at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary and avid gardener, to learn how to attract more of these beautiful insects to your garden. 10 am - 11:30 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Jul 5th

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Oak Bluffs Art District Gallery Stroll
Sponsor: OB Art District Galleries Stroll the Arts District on Dukes County Ave., adjacent to downtown Oak Bluffs and the Gingerbread cottages. A wonderful way to explore the District's galleries. 4- 7 pm. Free to all.
4 pm - 7 pm, OB Art District Galleries, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 7th

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Stars + Stripes Festival
Sponsor: Neon Gold Records, NUE Agency & Nectars MV The hottest music festival on Martha's Vineyard, featuring several performances with Grouplove headlining www.grouplovemusic.com 9 pm - 12 am, Nectars MV, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 Benefit for YMCA of Martha's Vineyard
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Jul 7th

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Seafood Buffet & Auction
Sponsor: Sail Martha's Vineyard Seafood feast under the tent harborside on Tisbury Harbor with music and live and silent auctions and the wooden boat fleet tied at the dock for viewing to benefit Sail MV's many educational programs. 5:30 pm - 10 pm, Tisbury Wharf, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $150 Benefit for Sail MV
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Jul 7th

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Coastal Waterbirds By Land and Sea
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Oystercatchers, plovers and terns, oh my! Walk the beach with our shorebird biologist to record field data, search for birds and nests, and identify bird and mammal tracks in the sand. Meet at the State Beach access trail on the Oak Bluffs side of Big Bridge.
9 am - 10 am, Oak Bluffs side of Big Bridge, State Beach, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 7th

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Where Horses Fly
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Vineyard Stories Book Launch Party & Art Show Opening Reception Sunday, July 8, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in The Pebble Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through July 12 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 8th - Jul 12th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 8th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Kaddish for a Friend
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center A Jewish veteran of World War II and a Muslim teen form an unlikely friendship in this 2011 film, a stirring debut by German director Leo Khasin. Infused with gritty realism and a light, tragicomic touch, Kaddish for a Friend is a moving story that explores just how hard unlearning prejudice can be. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jul 8th

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Musical Monday: Tristan Israel, Nancy Jephcote & Paul Thurlow
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30 pmevery Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. This week: Tristan Israel, Nancy Jephcote, Paul Thurlow: Folk, country, blues & original tunes 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 9th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 9th - Jul 13th

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Climate Change: Developing an Island Understanding
Sponsor: Vineyard Conservation Society At this climate awareness event, Bill and Margot Moomaw will offer expertise on both the global context and the possibilities and benefits of taking action locally to live deliberately and live better. 5 pm - 6:30 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: TBA Benefit for VCS
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Jul 9th

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MV Chamber Music Society Summer Concert Festival
Sponsor: MV Chamber Music Society MV Chamber Music Society Summer concert festival welcomes acclaimed virtuosos: Timothy Fain, violin William De Rosa, cello presenting the music of Haydn, Glass, Shostakovich, Brahms, 8-10 pm at the Old Whaling Church. Free and all are welcome. 8 pm - 10 pm, Old Whaling Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 9th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 10th

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MV Chamber Music Society Summer concert festival
Sponsor: MV Chamber Music Society MV Chamber Music Society Summer concert festival welcomes acclaimed virtuosos: Timothy Fain, violin William De Rosa, cello presenting the music of Haydn, Glass, Shostakovich, Brahms, 8-10 pm at the Chilmark Community Center. Free and all are welcome. 8 pm - 10 pm, Chilmark Community Center, Chilmark Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 10th

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Creature Feature-Frogs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Frogs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 10th

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Dr. Stuart Frank and Mary Malloy present Vineyard Sailor Ballads
Sponsor: MV Museum Based on forty years of excavated whalemen’s journals, Dr. Stuart Frank, Senior Curator at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, joins his wife, Mary Malloy, to present a concert of Vineyard sailor ballads from the nineteenth century. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Edgartown Admission Fee: $10 for Members; $15 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 10th

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Herbal Tea Blending
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Come learn the art of tea blending with Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs, sample her delicious signature teas, and enjoy an afternoon tea-time of healing camaraderie. Learn which herbs taste best and how to make them the most effective. Sure to be fun and very relaxing. 1 pm - 3 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $45/$40 for PHA members
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Jul 10th

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Flatbread Pizza Night
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum On Tuesday, July 10 a portion of the evening pizza sales at Flatbread pizza will benefit PHA. Come enjoy a delicious wood fired pizza, meet some of the Arboretum staff, and enter a raffle for a Polly Hill grown plant. 5 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: n/a
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Jul 10th

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An Evening With Rose Styron
Sponsor: Women Empowered Rose Styron will share stories about women around the world who have overcome adversity. A cocktail reception will follow the speech. 6- 8 pm. $125 advance purchase tickets only. 6 pm - 8 pm, Harborview Hotel, Edgartown Admission Fee: $125 advance purchase tickets ONLY Benefit for Women Empowered
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Jul 11th

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Extraordinary Secrets of Trees
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Have you ever really looked at a tree? You see them every day, of course; but, have you ever actually noticed their wondrous qualities? Join author and educator Nancy Ross Hugo for this illustrated talk based on her recent book, Seeing Trees: Discover the Extraordinary Secrets of Ordinary Trees. 7:30 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Jul 11th

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89th Annual Regatta
Sponsor: Edgartown Yacht Club The Edgartown Yacht Club 89th Annual Regatta for One-Design Classes will be held at Edgartown, Massachusetts on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, July 12, 13, 14, 2012. For more information and registration www.edgartownyc.org. Contact: Race Office 508-627-4364 varies - varies, Edgartown Yacht Club, Edgartown Admission Fee: varies
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Jul 12th - Jul 14th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 12th

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Creature Feature-Horseshoe Crabs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Horseshoe Crabs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 12th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Jared Bernstein
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Jul 12th

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Presentation of Stanley Murphy Art
Sponsor: MV Museum Stanley Murphy was a beloved Island artist depicting many Vineyard scenes and people over the course of his lifetime. See images from his family’s private collections accompanied by music played on Stan’s guitar. Stan’s son David Murphy will be on hand to discuss his father’s work. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Katharine Cornell Theater, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 12th

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Sail MV Celebrates the Vineyard Cup Regatta
Sponsor: Sail Martha's Vineyard Sponsored by Sail Martha's Vineyard Weekend of sailboat racing with post race parties open to the public. Food, drink, music! 10 am to 9 pm, on the harbor. 10 am - 9 pm, Beach Rd. Ext, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $30 per night Benefit for Sailing and Maritime EducationPrograms for Island youth & maritime education
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Jul 13th - Jul 15th

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TapTheYard: A Vineyard Festival of Rhythm and Beats
Sponsor: The Yard Inc. The Yard's first ever tap and rhythm festival, curated by Yard regular David Parker (whose BANG Group was a hit last summer) and Michelle Dorrance, a nationally acclaimed master tap artist. The festival will include workshops, lecture demonstrations and performances by Parker, Dorrance, and other great guest artists. 8 pmThe Yard, Chilmark Admission Fee: $25 General // $15 Student & Senior
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Jul 13th

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Attic & Barn Sale
Sponsor: The First Congregational Church Old and new treasures....garden tools, dishes, glassware, some antiques?? Come and browse on the church lawn for that special item you have been looking for! 9am to 2 pm and the rain date is Sunday, July 15th from 1 pm to 4 pm 9 am - 2 pm, Church lawn, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Historic church preservation
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Jul 14th

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TapTheYard: A Vineyard Festival of Rhythm and Beats
Sponsor: The Yard Inc. The Yard's first ever tap and rhythm festival, curated by Yard regular David Parker (whose BANG Group was a hit last summer) and Michelle Dorrance, a nationally acclaimed master tap artist. The festival will include workshops, lecture demonstrations and performances by Parker, Dorrance, and other great guest artists. 8 pm The Yard, Chilmark Admission Fee: $25 General // $15 Student & Senior
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Jul 14th

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TapTheYard: A Vineyard Festival of Rhythm and Beats
Sponsor: The Yard Inc. The Yard's first ever tap and rhythm festival, curated by Yard regular David Parker (whose BANG Group was a hit last summer) and Michelle Dorrance, a nationally acclaimed master tap artist. The festival will include workshops, lecture demonstrations and performances by Parker, Dorrance, and other great guest artists. 3 pmThe Yard, Chilmark Admission Fee: Free! Family Matinee
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Jul 14th

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Annual Summer Party and Fundraiser for the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard
Sponsor: Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard Nina's Garden at the home of James and Holly Coyne in West Tisbury is this year's location for the Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard's Summer Party and Fundraiser. There will scrumptious food and beverage, live and silent auctions and live music. Overlooking James Pond in West Tisbury, Nina's Garden is one of the Island's true botanical gems 5 pm - 7 pm, Nina's Garden at the home of James and Holly Coyne, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Animal Shelter of Martha's Vineyard
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Jul 15th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 15th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Budrus
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Budrus, a West Bank village with about 1,500 people and twice as many olive trees, follows the story of Ayed Morrar, the leader who mobilizes his village and Israeli peace activists to peacefully protest against the wall 'protecting' it. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jul 15th

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Musical Monday: Kevin Keady
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free!
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm , Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 16th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 16th - Jul 20th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 17th

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Creature Feature-Lobsters
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Lobsters: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 17th

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Book Launch: To The Harbor Light - Lighthouses of Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, and Cape Cod
Sponsor: MV Museum To the Harbor Light includes an introduction written by lighthouse historian Jeremy D’Entremont, tips on visiting them, and historical facts you’ll find nowhere else. Join Shaw as she launches this combination art book and practical guide and discusses how the book came together. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Lawn Under the Fresnel Lens, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 17th

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Martha's Vineyard Garden Tour
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Down dirt roads and hidden behind stone walls are some spectacular Vineyard gardens; join us for this special tour to visit a few. Lunch provided mid-day at the Arboretum. Check our website for final details.www.pollyhillarboretum.org 9 am - 4 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: to be announced
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Jul 17th

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The Gardens of Chanticleer
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum In recognition of the contributions of Lisina and Frank Hoch we have established an annual lecture in their honor focusing on great American gardens. We are pleased to welcome Bill Thomas, director of Chanticleer, as our inaugural speaker. 7:30 amPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Jul 18th

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2012 Monster Shark Tournament
Sponsor: Boston Big Game Fishing Club The 26th Annual Monster Shark will be held 7/19 - 7/21 in Oak Bluffs. This event is the largest offshore sport fishing event in New England. Oak Bluffs Harbor, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Yes
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Jul 19th - Jul 21st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 19th

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Creature Feature-Jellyfish
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Jellyfish: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 19th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Ben Wizner
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Jul 19th

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Annual Book Sale
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Public Library Huge 3-day book sale to benefit the library. Sponsored by the Library Friends of Oak Bluffs. Used books in all catagories, for all ages, at bargain prices. Don't miss this opportunity to help the library. Sale scheduled as follows: Thursday July 19, 10 am -7 pm; Friday, July 20, 10 am-4 pm; Saturday, July 21, 10 am-2 pm. Oak Bluffs Public Library, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Oak Bluffs Public Library
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Jul 19th - Jul 21st

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Shipwrecks Lecture: Ship Disasters About Vineyard Sound
Sponsor: MV Museum Join Marine Biologist and Vineyard native Arne Carr as he discusses a variety of ship disasters that have occurred around the southern entrance to Vineyard Sound. Carr will focus on the wild sinking of the rumrunner John Dwight, as well as discuss his dives near the wreck of the City of Columbus. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 19th

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Behind the Scenes Nursery Tour
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Want to know what goes on in the PHA greenhouse and nursery? Here’s your chance to get more than just the tantalizing glimpse most visitors experience. Led by collections and grounds manager Tom Clark, we’ll stroll right past the “Employees Only” sign and explore the inner workings of the Arboretum’s plant production facilities. 10 am - 11 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $5/free for PHA members
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Jul 19th

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Nature's Partners: Pollinators, Plants, and You
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Entomologist Paul Goldstein and Nature Conservancy ecologist Matt Pelikan team up to introduce the science of pollination, discuss how people interact with the Island’s insect pollinators, and present ways to enhance native pollinator diversity in order to better harmonize landscape management and agriculture. 10 am - 11:30 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No Fee
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Jul 20th

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Portuguese Holy Ghost Feast
Sponsor: Portuguese American Club The Portuguese Festival is one of the highlights of the summer. A weekend of festive fun celebrating the vibrant culture and community of this important island group. Parade music, dancing, foods & games of chance. Various Portuguese American Club Hall, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 21st - Jul 22nd

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Meals in the Meadow
Sponsor: The FARM Institute Party 'til the cows come home under a Big Sky tent and enjoy an amazing meal featuring TFI's meat & produce prepared by Buckley's Gourment Catering. Music by Johnny Hoy & the Bluefish will have even the weediest wallflowers kicking up their heels. 5 pm - 10 pm, The FARM Institute, Edgartown Admission Fee: $225 per person Benefit for our education programs
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Jul 21st

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"Metamorphoses: Change and Transformation"
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Featuring Nancy Blank and Roberta Gross. Opening Reception Sunday, July 22 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through August 1 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 22nd - Aug 1st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 22nd

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Naomi
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Ilan Ben Natan is obsessively in love with his beautiful young wife, Naomi and consumed by a nagging fear that Naomi will take a younger lover. A suspenseful, psychological thriller. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jul 22nd

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Holly Near Peace Concert
Sponsor: Unitarian-Universalist Society of MV Holly Near Peace Concert at The Old Whaling Church. Holly Near has been singing and telling stories of her activism for World Peace for over 30 years. This is not a fund-raising event; our goal is to educate and motivate the MV Community. 7:30 am - 9:30 am, The Old Whaling Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $15 - $20 at the door
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Jul 22nd

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Musical Monday: Johnny Hoy & the Blue Fish
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free! 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 23rd

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 23rd - Jul 27th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 24th

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Creature Feature-Songbirds
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Songbirds: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 24th

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The Vineyard Playhouse Performs Historic Island Plays
Sponsor: MV Museum Enjoy two, short historic plays on the Museum lawn that connect to Vineyard history with intermission time to enjoy the Museum’s Theater exhibit. Refreshments will be served. 4 pm - 5 pm, Museum Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free to Members; $7 to Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 24th

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Gertrude Jekyll and the Country House Garden
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join landscape historian Judith Tankard for a talk on her latest book, Gertrude Jekyll and the Country House Garden. This is the first book in over two decades devoted to one of the most important garden designers of the 20th century. 4 pm - 5 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $20/$10 for PHA and MV Garden Club members
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Jul 24th

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Landscape History at Polly Hill
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum From pre-contact Wampanoag woodlands, to a 19th century roadside inn, to its days as a sheep farm in the 1870s, the historic landscape has a story to tell. Join Karin Stanley, PHA staff member and amateur historian, to explore this history. 10 am - 11 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $5/free for PHA members
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Jul 25th

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15th Annual Vineyard House Water Tasting
Sponsor: Vineyard House 15th Annual Water Tasting by the Sea, Thursday July 26, 2012 at the Boch Family Estate, Music by Johnny Hoy & The Bluefish. Help Vineyard House save mailing costs and trees by purchasing tickets in advance.
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Boch Family Estate, Edgartown Admission Fee: $75 Benefit for Vineyard House
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Jul 26th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 26th

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Creature Feature-Bugs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Bugs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 26th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: David Gergen
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Jul 26th

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Book Talk: Robert R. Taylor and Tuskegee - An African American Architect Designs for Booker T. Washington by Ellen Weiss
Sponsor: MV Museum With a foreword by Henry Louis Gates, author Ellen Weiss shows how a black youth born in North Carolina earned a professional architecture degree at MIT and used his skills to further Washington's agenda of solidarity, racial pride, and progress. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Katharine Cornell Theater, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 26th

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Arnold McCuller in Concert
Sponsor: Hardcourt Productions The Whaling Church presents Arnold McCuller whose rich and distinctive vocals that have captured the hearts and ears of many well-respected musicians and fans alike. Opening act to be announced. Concert begins at 8 pm. $40 general, $75 premium. 8 pmOld Whaling Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $40 general, $75 premium.
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Jul 27th

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Edgartown Yacht Club's Round-the-Island Race
Sponsor: Edgartown Yacht Club The 74th anniversary of the Edgartown Yacht Club's Race Around Martha's Vineyard Island is held on Saturday, July 28, 2012. The course around the Vineyard passes in sight of the seven lighthouses of Cape Poge,Gay Head, Tarpaulin Cove, Nobska, West Chop, East Chop and Edgartown. tbaSurrounding Waters, Edgartown Admission Fee: Observers free
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Jul 28th

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Cool Pool Parties
Sponsor: MVOL Calendar of Events Enjoy fabulous cocktail parties poolside at private island homes! Sponsored by the Martha's VIneyard YMCA. 6-10 pm $200 admission. 6 pm - 10 pm, Various Island locations, Martha's Vineyard Admission Fee: $200 Benefit for YMCA of Martha's Vineyard
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Jul 28th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 29th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Remembrance
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Inspired by actual events, Remembrance depicts a remarkable love story that blossomed in the terror and squalor of a Nazi concentration camp in 1944 Poland 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Jul 29th

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All Island Art Show & Junior Art Show
Sponsor: MV Camp Meeting Association Calling all artist and art lovers: The annual all-Island art show welcomes you to display your work or to come and view the Island through the eyes of your fellow artists. Fun for all ages. VariousThe Tabernacle, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Jul 30th - Jul 31st

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Musical Monday: The Grateful Dread
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30PM every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free!
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 30th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 30th - Aug 3rd

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free. 9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 31st

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The Evening Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us after the beach for a relaxing evening Flea and Fine Arts Market. All your favorite vendors and artists will be displaying and selling magnificent original artwork, antiques, jewelry, clothing, linens, gifts, and more! Admission is free. 6-8 pm. 6 pm - 8 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Jul 31st

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Creature Feature-Hermit Crabs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Hermit Crabs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Jul 31st

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Book Talk: Stone Walls - Personal Boundaries
Sponsor: MV Museum Mariana Cook will discuss her fascination with the juxtaposition of stones as geometric composition and the resonance between walls of different cultures. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Old Whaling Church Baylies Room, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Jul 31st

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Herbal ID Walk
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join herbalist and author Holly Bellebuono for a Martha’s Vineyard-style walkabout at the Arboretum. Learn about the folk history of some of New England’s most useful wild plants and discover how to identify, harvest, and prepare them for your medicine cabinet. 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $25/$20 for PHA members
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Jul 31st

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Annual Sand Sculpture Contest
Sponsor: Edgartown Board of Trade This family oriented event is great for the creative at heart and your budding little builders. So pack your pails and shovels and head to South Beach to enjoy a day in the sun and fun creating your sand masterpieces. 9 amSouth Beach, Edgartown Admission Fee: $5
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Aug 1st

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Kayak Quest
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Daily weekdays, May through September: Enjoy Sengekontacket Pond at your own pace on this self-guided tour. The rhyming Quest clues will help you uncover the story of the pond's people, places and wildlife. Your Quest ends after you find the hidden Quest box. 10 am - 3:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $32 members; $42 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 1st - Aug 31st

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Seashore Discovery
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Mon. Wed & Fri through August 31: Meet amazing creatures of the sea including crabs, whelks and scallops! Take a short walk through the forest to a protected beach, where you will explore shallow waters with dip nets, and use a large seine net. 10 am - 11:30 am , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 1st - Aug 31st

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 6:45 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 1st

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Tank Time
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary It's feeding time at Felix Neck! Learn about our resident turtles, frogs and saltwater tank animals as you watch them eat their lunch. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
June 18 - September 7. 1:30 pm - 2 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 1st - Aug 31st

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VNA Annual Clambake
Sponsor: Vineyard Nursing Association Come and join in on the fun at the VNA Annual Clambake Aunction and Dinner!For more information, please give us a call or visit our website! 6 pm - 10 pm, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $150 per person Benefit for Vineyard Nursing Association
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Aug 1st

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Shopping for Paradise: Gathering Perspective in the Pursuit of Plants
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join Patrick Cullina as he explores methods for navigating the nursery, shopping for the garden, and strategies for selecting beautiful plants one might otherwise miss. Cullina is a consultant, horticultural designer, and photographer. 7:30 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Aug 1st

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3rd Annual Walter Cronkite Awards Ceremony
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Youth Leadership Initiative Join us for the 3rd Annual Walter Cronkite Awards Ceremony featuring distinguished speakers and special guests. Video and presentation by the Martha's Vineyard Youth Leadership Initiative as well as slide show honoring Walter Cronkite. Help us to carry on Walter Cronkite's legacy and build a new generation of leaders. Reception to follow. 5 pm - 6 pm, Old Whaling Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Youth Leadership Initiative
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Aug 2nd

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 2nd

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Marine Discovery Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Tuesdays 5:30-7:30 pm through August 28. Cruise from Oak Bluffs Harbor with Capt. John and a Felix Neck naturalist to explore the waters of Vineyard Sound aboard the Skipper, a Coast Guard licensed vessel We may tow a plankton net, use a scallop drag and check lobster and fish traps for the diversity of crabs, fish and shellfish. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Oak Bluffs Harbor, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd - Aug 28th

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Guided Kayak Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Sat.: June 2 - Sept. 15; Tues & Thurs.: June 19 - Aug. 30. Join a Felix Neck naturalist on an exciting kayak adventure on Sengekontacket Pond. Paddle by Sarson's Island to see nesting shorebirds. Watch American oystercatchers, cormorants and shorebirds feed and frolic. Explore the salt marsh and search for pond wildlife. 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd - Aug 30th

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 7 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd

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Early Birders
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Thursdays through August 30: The early bird gets the worm or the fish! Join Felix Neck birders for a casual walk of the sanctuary grounds to look for summertime birds. An easy to moderate (often buggy) stroll.Thursdays 8-9 am
8 am - 9 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd - Aug 30th

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Butterfly Garden Work Party
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Help our garden grow while working alongside our dedicated and knowledgeable garden volunteers.
Thursdays, 1-3 pm June 21 - August 30. 1 pm - 3 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd - Aug 30th

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Creature Feature-Snakes
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Snakes: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day!
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 2nd

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Robin Wright
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Aug 2nd

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Movie Screening: Martha's Vineyard's Othello
Sponsor: MV Museum Filmed on Martha’s Vineyard and other locations in the 1960’s but never before shown on the Island, cast members from the Shearer Summer Theater appear in this groundbreaking interpretation of Shakespeare’s famous play with an all-black cast. 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $10 for Members; $15 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 2nd

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Wine, Cheese...........and Trees
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum The beautiful light of a Vineyard summer evening—what better way to experience this magical moment than a stroll through the Arboretum? Join horticultural consultant, designer, and photographer Patrick Cullina and PHA’s Tim Boland and Tom Clark for a casual walking tour of the Arboretum. 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $75/$65 for PHA members Benefit for Polly Hill Arboretum
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Aug 2nd

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Ice Rink Fundraiser
Sponsor: TBD 1st Annual Fundraising Concert to raise funds needed for repairs and improvements to the rink. 8 pm - 10 pm, The Tabernacle, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: TBD Benefit for MV Ice Arena
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Aug 3rd

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Wendy Taucher Dance Opera Theater & Opera Noire at Featherstone
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Olga Hirshhorn, Celebration Chair, invites you as we honor Anne Gallagher with the Creativity Award. Puccini's comic opera, Gianni Schicchi, with story and music both sublime and ridiculous. Starring Robert Mack and Kenneth Overton, directed and choreographed by Wendy Taucher with Maestro Willie Waters at the baton. 6 pm - 7:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts Opera Tents, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $15-$300
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Aug 3rd - Aug 5th

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 7:30 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 3rd

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MV Jazzfest 2012
Sponsor: Zenith Hospitality Group When Jazz goes on vacation it goes to Martha’s Vineyard, the official vacation destination of jazz! Join us August 4 - 11 for the 2nd Annual Martha's Vineyard Jazz Festival "All Things Jazz" featuring "live" performances, art exhibits,book reading & signings, master classes, and film presentations. VariousVarious Venues, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: tba
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Aug 4th - Aug 11th

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Marine Hospital Open House
Sponsor: MV Museum Join the Museum Board of Directors and Staff for a tour of the new Museum property, the former Marine Hospital/St. Pierre School in Vineyard Haven. 10 am - 1 pm, Former Marine Hospital/St. Pierre School, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free and open to all Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 4th

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The Art of Jazz
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Opening Reception Sunday, August 5 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through August 22 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 5th - Aug 22nd

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Preston Sampson
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Opening Reception Sunday, August 5, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in The Pebble Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through August 9 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 5th - Aug 9th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 5th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Dolphin Boy
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Filmed over the course of four years Dolphin Boy exposes the devastating havoc that human violence can wreak upon the human soul and explores the healing powers of love, friendship and nature. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Aug 5th

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Possible Dreams Auction
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Community Services The 34th Possible Dreams Auction where you can purchase one of a kind unbuyable experiences. Admiisson is $25. 5-7 pm under the tents in Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs.
5 pm - 7 pm, Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: 25.00 Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Community Services
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Aug 6th

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Musical Monday: An Evening of Jazz in conjunction with MV Jazz Fest
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6:30 - 8:30 pm every Monday this summer for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. Featuring: Stan Strickland for An Evening of Jazz in conjunction with MV Jazz Fest. 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 6th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 6th - Aug 10th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 7th

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Creature Feature-Butterflies
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Butterflies:This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 7th

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Lecture: The Place of Testing - The Epic Expedition that Solved the Last Mystery of Tutankhamun’s Tomb
Sponsor: MV Museum Vineyard summer resident Duncan Caldwell will discuss the discovery of prehistoric frescoes and scintillating nodules of meteoritic glass along the way to finding the site that finally held the answer to one of the most enduring mysteries of ancient Egypt. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 7th

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Introduction to Bogs
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Cranberries and sphagnum moss are plants we recognize, but do you know about the unique habitat they call home? Join SMF Director of Stewardship, Kristen Fauteux, and MVLBC Land Bank ecologist, Julie Russell, on an exploration of our island’s local bog communities. 9 am - 3 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $90/$70/$50 call for pricing info
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Aug 8th

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Nantucket Land Conservation
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Sometimes it seems the only thing Nantucket and the Vineyard share is our high school football rivalry! However, joking aside, we share many things in common especially when it comes to issues of land conservation and habitat preservation. 7:30 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Aug 8th

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Jawsfest: The Tribute
Sponsor: JAWSFest the Tribute Jaws fans won't want to miss this three-day event taking place on Martha's Vineyard August 9-12. Relive the excitement of the filming and revisit the film's iconic 'Amity' locations. So many great activities we might need a bigger boat!
Island-wide, Martha's Vineyard Admission Fee: Yes
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Aug 9th - Aug 12th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 9th

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Creature Feature-Spiders
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Spiders: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays June 19 - September 3.
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 9th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Ron Suskind
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Aug 9th

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Drawing from Nature
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Learn art techniques to record observations of the natural landscape with Diane Nicholls, painter, illustrator, and landscape historian. Lessons will include perspective, sketching, and developing personal “shorthand.” Methods for keeping a daily sketchbook will also be covered. Each class can stand on its own or taken as a series; the sessions augment each other. 1 pm - 4 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $23/$30 for PHA members; $20/$25 for 2 or more sessioins
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Aug 9th

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Introduction to Bogs
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Cranberries and sphagnum moss are plants we recognize, but do you know about the unique habitat they call home? Join SMF Director of Stewardship, Kristen Fauteux, and MVLBC Land Bank ecologist, Julie Russell, on an exploration of our island’s local bog communities. 9 am - 12 noon, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $90/$70/$50 call for pricing info
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Aug 9th

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Harlem Fine Arts Show Festival
Sponsor: MVOL Calendar of Events The Harlem Fine Arts Show has become the premiere showcase for exhibiting modern and contemporary African Diasporic Art. This year, we are proud to announce that the 2012 HFAS will travel to the historical venue of Oak Bluffs in Martha’s Vineyard. 12 pm - 11 pm, Hooked Restaurant, Oak Bluffs Benefit for Everyone
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Aug 9th - Aug 12th

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The Martha's Vineyard Harlem Fine Arts Show Art Festival
Sponsor: Harlem Fine Arts Show The Harlem Fine Arts Show Art Festival comes to Martha’s Vineyard Island for four days in August. The HFAS has become the premiere showcase for exhibiting modern and contemporary art that reflects the breadth of the African Diasporic art. This exciting exhibit will bring together a diverse group of collectors, power brokers and art enthusiasts to celebrate the imagination and spirit of the visual community. 12 pm - 12 am, Hooked Restaurant and Club , Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $15-$20
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Aug 9th - Aug 12th

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Edgartown Yacht Club's 12-Metre Regatta
Sponsor: Edgartown Yacht Club Edgartown Yacht Club"s Twelve Metre Regatta for Classic Vintage, Classic Traditional, Modern and Grand Prix Twelve Metre Class Yachts will be held in the waters off Edgartown, Massachusetts on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. tbaSurrounding Waters, Edgartown Admission Fee: Observers free
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Aug 11th - Aug 12th

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Annual Peach Festival
Sponsor: First Congregational Church of West Tisbury Delicious fresh peaches and shortcake served with whipped cream or ice cream, or creamy peach smoothies! Tables on the lawn welcome all to sit awhile and enjoy the taste of summer!
Take fresh peaches home to add to your picnic feast....jams will also be available. It is a fun place to be!
12 noon - 4 pm, First Congregational Church of West Tisbury, West Tisbury Admission Fee: . Benefit for Preservation of historic church
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Aug 11th

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3rd Annual Peach Festival
Sponsor: The First Congregational Church of West Tisbury Luscious peach shortcakes, whipped cream, ice cream, "smoothies" and freshly cut peaches to go, can be yours to enjoy......on the lawn with all the other peach lovers! 12 noon - 4 pm, Church lawn, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Historic church preservation
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Aug 11th

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Shorebirds by Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Sengekontacket is a seasonal paradise for shorebirds. Paddle with our shorebird biologist and look for birds of summer. Ages 11 and up with an adult. Registration required. Meet at Felix Neck 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 11th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 12th

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MVHC Film Series Presents: Mabul
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center Mabul is the story of Yoni, who is obsessed with getting bigger, taller and stronger. On the eve of his Bar Mitzvah, his family’s tenuous equilibrium is upended by the unexpected return of his autistic brother, whom he hasn’t seen for almost a decade. 7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $10
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Aug 12th

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Musical Monday: Mike Benjamin Band
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6 - 7:30 pm this Monday for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free! 6 pm - 7:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 13th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 13th - Aug 17th

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MV Medal Award Ceremony
Sponsor: MV Museum Join the Museum staff and board for the Museum Annual Meeting to review 2011. The 2012 Martha’s Vineyard Medal winners will be introduced with a reception to follow. Open to members and guests. 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Federated Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free and open to all Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 13th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 14th

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Creature Feature-Caterpillars
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Caterpillars: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays June 19 - September 3.
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 14th

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Antique Rugs: A Walk Through the Garden
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join Peter Pap of Peter Pap Oriental Rugs to explore the drawing of flowers and trees in the design of antique rugs. He will also discuss the use of plant materials in the natural dye process; the brilliant colors that we see in antique rugs today were achieved using these organic dyes. 5 pm - 8 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No Fee
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Aug 14th

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Grand Illumination
Sponsor: MV Camp Meeting Association Gather at the MV Camp Meeting Association's Tabernacle for a sing-along followed by the annual Grand Illumination when the hundreds of lanterns hung on gingerbread cottage porches are lit. 7 pmat the Tabernacle, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 15th

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Peter Pap, Trunk Show & Sale
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join Peter Pap of Pap Oriental Rugs for a benefit trunk show and sale. Peter has been dealing in antique oriental rugs for over 37 years and is a foremost expert. He has two galleries and appears regularly as a guest appraiser on Antiques Roadshow. A portion of all rug sales during and related to the trunk show will benefit the Arboretum. 9:30 am - 7:30 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No Fee
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Aug 15th - Aug 16th

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151st Annual Agricultural Society Fair
Sponsor: MV Agrigultural Society Come to the Fair!! It just wouldn't be a Vineyard summer without the Ag Fair! The four-day fun begins Thursday August 16 at 10 am -11 pm on the fairgrounds in West Tisbury. Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Yes
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Aug 16th - Aug 19th

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Patricia Richardson
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Opening Reception Thursday, August 16, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in The Pebble Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through August 19 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 16th - Aug 19th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 16th

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Creature Feature-Fish
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Fish: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays
June 19 - September 3. 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 16th

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MVHC Speaker Series Presents: Daniel Yergin
Sponsor: MV Hebrew Center The Speaker Series of the Summer Institute presents speakers with diverse viewpoints and great expertise. All Summer Institute forums are held on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Harriet B. Freedberg Learning Center at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center. Suggested contribution is $15.
7:30 pmMV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: $15 suggested donation
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Aug 16th

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Fireworks at Ocean Park by the Sea
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Fireman's Civic Association. Enjoy a sensational fireworks display at Ocean Park by the sea in Oak Bluffs. Known for it’s sea views and distinctive architecture, Ocean Park provides the perfect setting for an evening of fireworks and music. darkOcean Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Oak Bluffs Fireman's Civic Association.
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Aug 17th

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5K Run for Jabberwocky
Sponsor: Camp Jabberwocky 5K at 9am. Half-mile Frabjous Fun "Run" at 10:15am. Start a donation page - prizes award for fundraisers! T-Shirts guaranteed for the first 500 5k registrants. Fast, fun, scenic, flat course! Food and prizes! Register online, at Camp the day before, or day of the race. Kids, wheel chairs, and people of all abilities welcome! 9 am - 11 am, Katama Farm (The FARM Institute), Edgartown Admission Fee: $25 (pre-reg 5k), $12 (pre-reg 1/2M); $30 (day of 5k), $15 (day of 1/2M) Benefit for Camp Jabberwocky
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Aug 18th

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Jazz on the Vineyard
Sponsor: SATO Join us for an afternoon of music and fun in the sun at Featherstone Center for the Arts. Coolers & picnic baskets, binoculars & cameras, lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets welcome. JOTV and its artists will have souvenirs for purchase by cash only. 11 am - 6 pm, Featherstone Centeer for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $50 adults, kids free Benefit for SATO
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Aug 18th

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Jazz on the Vineyard
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for an afternoon of music and fun in the sun. The second annual Jazz on the Vineyard festival will be held on Saturday, August 18 , 2012 from 12 noon-6 pm. Doors open at 11:00 am. Feel free to bring any of the following items: coolers & picnic baskets; lawn chairs and/or picnic blankets. 11 amFeatherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $60 adults/ Kids Free Benefit for SATO
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Aug 18th

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Chicken Alley Arts & Collectibles Show
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Community Services MV Community Services annual one of a kind Arts & Collectibles Show sold at the Thrift Shop. 1-5 pm. Admission is free and all are welcome. Come find a treasure! 1 pm - 5 pm, The Thrift Shop, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Free Benefit for MArtha's Vineyard Community Services
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Aug 19th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 19th

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Musical Monday: Jemima James Variety Show
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us from 6 - 7:30 pm this Monday for great local bands playing on Featherstone's outdoor stage. Bring the whole family, a picnic dinner, lawn chairs, maybe even a Frisbee to throw around. $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are free!
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $7 for adults ($5 with Our Island Club Card) and children under 14 years old are FREE! Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 20th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm , Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 20th - Aug 24th

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Shipwrecks Lecture: Expedition Whydah by Barry Clifford
Sponsor: MV Museum In 1984, Cape Cod native Barry Clifford discovered the only fully verified pirate shipwreck, the Whydah, off the coast of Wellfleet. Clifford will describe the discovery of the wreck and his exploration work since. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Federated Church, Edgartown Admission Fee: $10 for Members; $15 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 20th

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Admission is free.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 21st

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Creature Feature-Lobsters
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Lobsters: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays June 19 - September 3. 10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 21st

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The Kosher Gospel Singers at the MV Hebrew Center
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center Don't miss a great evening of music when Joshua Nelson & The Kosher Gospel Singers come to the MV Hebrew Center with special guest singer & fiddler Lis Gutkin of the Klezmatics. Sponsored by the MV Hebrew Center and the NAACP of Martha's Vineyard. 7:30 pmMartha's Vineyard Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Yes
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Aug 21st

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The Vineyard Playhouse Performs Historic Island Plays
Sponsor: MV Museum Enjoy two, short historic plays on the Museum lawn that connect to Vineyard history with intermission time to enjoy the Museum’s Theater exhibit. Refreshments will be served. 4 pm - 5 pm, Museum Lawn, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free to Members; $7 to Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 21st

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The Essential Herbal for Natural Health
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join herbalist and author Holly Bellebuono to learn about her new book, The Essential Herbal for Natural Health: How to Transform Easy-to-Find Herbs into Healing Remedies for the Whole Family. Holly will talk about the heritage of herbal medicine, how to study and apply herbal knowledge for everyday situations. 4 pm - 5 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $20/$10 for PHA members
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Aug 21st

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Edgartown: The Tree Tour!
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Enough about the distinguished Federal and Greek Revival homes of Edgartown— have you experienced the tree tour?! Join collections and grounds manager Tom Clark for this informative and fun walking tour of the many glorious mature trees of Edgartown. 10 am - 12 noon, Call for location, Edgartown Admission Fee: $20/$10 for PHA members
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Aug 22nd

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 23rd

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Creature Feature-Spider Crabs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Spider Crabs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays
June 19 - September 3.
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 23rd

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Drawing from Nature
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Learn art techniques to record observations of the natural landscape with Diane Nicholls, painter, illustrator, and landscape historian. Lessons will include perspective, sketching, and developing personal “shorthand.” Methods for keeping a daily sketchbook will also be covered. Each class can stand on its own or taken as a series; the sessions augment each other. 1 pm - 4 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $23/$30 for PHA members; $20/$25 for 2 or more sessioins
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Aug 23rd

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Book Talk: The Chappy Ferry Book - Back and Forth Between Two Worlds, 527 Feet Apart
Sponsor: MV Museum Author Tom Dunlop and Chappy Ferry Owner Peter Wells present the history of one of the shortest, oldest, and most unusual car ferries in the world, the Chappaquiddick Ferry. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Edgartown Room at the Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 23rd

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24th Annual Sullivan 5k Run-Walk
Sponsor: Dr. and Mrs. Louis W. Sullivan & Martha's Vineyard Hospital A great end-of-summer event for the whole family! Racers of all ages run or walk the US Track and Field Association Certified 5K course around the East Chop bluffs, with a spectacular view of Nantucket Sound. Free Run/Walk t-shirts are distributed to the first 300 registered participants on a first come, first served basis.
9 amWashington Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: $15 pre-race/$20 day of race Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Hospital
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Aug 25th

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The Art of Ceramics Show
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts With Guest Curator: Washington Ledesma. Opening Reception Sunday, August 26 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through September 12 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 26th - Sep 12th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 26th

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Nature Camp
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Explore the nature of Martha's Vineyard at our 350 acre wildlife sanctuary. Our camp incorporates outdoor games, nature activities, hikes, stories, crafts, songs, and more! Ages 4-16. 9 am - 2:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 27th - Aug 31st

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Featherstone Flea and Fine Art Market
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Join us for our "Flea and Fine Arts Market." Vineyard artists bring their jewelry and art, clothing and crafts, and spread their wares across the grounds of the Featherstone campus. Admission is free. 9:30 am - 2 pm.
9:30 am - 2:00 pm, Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free Benefit for Featherstone Center for the Arts
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Aug 28th

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Creature Feature-Turtles
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Turtles: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays
June 19 - September 3.
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 28th

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Museum Day at Flatbread Pizza
Sponsor: Flatbread Pizza Participate in Museum Day at Flatbread Pizza. Museum staff will be hosting a raffle and trivia game in the evening. Flatbread will donate $3.50 for every large pizza and $1.75 for every small pizza sold dine-in or take-out. 12 noon - 9:30 pm, Flatbread Pizza, Edgartown Benefit for MV Museum
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Aug 28th

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Local Effects of Climate Change
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Learn more about the study of phenology (study of recurring biological phenomena and their relationship to weather) from Boston University conservation biology professor Richard Primack. In this illustrated talk, Primack will discuss his on-going research that builds on Thoreau’s observations in Concord in the 1850s and continues with his own observations at the Arnold Arboretum. 7:30 pmPolly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $10/$5 for PHA members
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Aug 29th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Aug 30th

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Creature Feature-Frogs
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Creature Feature-Frogs: This program offers young naturalists a close-up look at native animals of Martha's Vineyard. Programs combine a story, craft and a look at the creature of the day! Tuesdays & Thursdays
June 19 - September 3.
10 am - 11 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $6 - members; $9 - non-member per child Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 30th

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Martha's Vineyard Yoga Festival
Sponsor: MV Yoga Festival This year Yoga Nation’s Sara Ivanhoe, The Shala’s Kristin Leigh, Conquering Lion Yoga Founder Kelly Morris and The Shala’s Barbara Verrochi are among the many great teachers coming to the 2012 Martha's Vineyard Yoga Festival. Beyond food and yoga, there will be beach meditations, live music, time for surfing, time for a hike, time for sleep, time for breathing, time for people to connect or disconnect... or maybe both. 8 am - 6 pm, Chilmark Community Center, Chilmark Admission Fee: varies
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Aug 30th - Sep 3rd

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17th Annual Labor Day Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans The largest art show on Martha's Vineyard featuring Island Artists with unique furniture, clothing, ceramics, jewelry and fine art from the Islands top artists. Watch a weaver making a beautiful scarf from wool harvested from her own flock. Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $2/parking Benefit for MVRHS
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Aug 31st - Sep 2nd

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 6:15 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Aug 31st

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Martha's Vineyard Wind Festival
Sponsor: MV Center for the Visual Arts and the Oak Bluffs Association Martha's Vineyard Wind Festival will take place on Saturday September 1st in Ocean Park. Make or buy kites on site; competitions with age groups and a variety of categories will start after 2pm. Other activities Island wide. The event is free. 11 am - at dusk, Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 1st

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Guided Kayak Tour
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Sat.: June 2 - Sept. 15; Tues & Thurs.: June 19 - Aug. 30. Join a Felix Neck naturalist on an exciting kayak adventure on Sengekontacket Pond. Paddle by Sarson's Island to see nesting shorebirds. Watch American oystercatchers, cormorants and shorebirds feed and frolic. Explore the salt marsh and search for pond wildlife. 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $30 - member; $40 - non-member, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Sep 1st - Sep 15th

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 6:30 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Sep 1st

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Spotlight Exhibition Opening
Sponsor: MV Museum This permanent exhibition will include a rotating series that explores the scope of the Museum's collection. Visitors will see seldom seen objects which are individually compelling but without an over-arching narrative theme. 10 am - 5 pm, Museum Galleries, Edgartown Admission Fee: Regular Museum Admission Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 1st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 2nd

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Kayak Quest
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary Daily weekdays, May through September: Enjoy Sengekontacket Pond at your own pace on this self-guided tour. The rhyming Quest clues will help you uncover the story of the pond's people, places and wildlife. Your Quest ends after you find the hidden Quest box. 10 am - 3:30 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $32 members; $42 non-members Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Sep 3rd - Sep 28th

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Tank Time
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary It's feeding time at Felix Neck! Learn about our resident turtles, frogs and saltwater tank animals as you watch them eat their lunch. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 1:30 - 2:00 pm
June 18 - September 7 1:30 pm - 2 pm, Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: FREE with sanctuary admission Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Sep 3rd - Sep 7th

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2012 Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival
Sponsor: Martha's Vineyard Film Society Combining the laidback beach style of the island of Martha’s Vineyard with the buzz and excitement of a festival celebrating films from across the globe - The Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival is an amazing experience not to be missed. 5:30 pm - 12:00 am, Capawock, Katharine Cornell, Vineyard Playhouse, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: Yes Benefit for Martha's Vineyard Film Society
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Sep 6th - Sep 9th

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Spotlight Lecture: Painting Conservation
Sponsor: MV Museum onMuseum Chief Curator Bonnie Stacy will explore the subject of painting conservation and show how six portraits from the collection went from dingy to delightful. Find out how the Museum takes care of its art and learn how you can protect your precious collections at home. Reception to follow. 5:30 pm - 7 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 6th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 9th

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Book Talk: 150 Years of the Agricultural Society and Fair
Sponsor: MV Museum Author Susan Klein and photographer Alan Brigish discuss the research and process that went into documenting a century and a half of fair history. They will share stories, old images, and touch on how the fair has changed over the years. Books will be available for purchase and signing. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 11th

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Annual Tivoli Day Festival
Sponsor: Town of Oak Bluffs Lots to see, lots to do for the whole family as Oak Bluffs throws open its doors for its yearly street fair and block party on Circuit Ave. Live entertainment, food, arts & crafts. 9 am to 6 pm, admission is free.
9 am - 6 pm, Circuit Ave, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 15th

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Exhibit Opening: Martha's Vineyard Past and Present
Sponsor: MV Museum This exhibition tells the story of Martha’s Vineyard, from our geologic beginnings to the summer resort of today. Through oral histories and rarely seen objects in the collection, visitors can travel through the different eras in Martha’s Vineyard’s history. The Museum is open from 10am to 5pm. 10 am - 5 pm, Museum Galleries, Edgartown Admission Fee: Regular Museum Admission Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 15th

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11th Annual Ceremony of Remembrance
Sponsor: MV Museum The public is invited to this annual dedication ceremony for family and friends of children memorialized at the base of the Edgartown Lighthouse. Rain date 9/22. 1 pm - 2 pm, Edgartown Lighthouse, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free and open to all Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 15th

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Fall Plant Sale
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Late summer and early fall is a perfect time to plant. Join us for our end-of-the-season plant sale. Arboretum staff will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice. We have chosen trees, shrubs, and perennials, including many Island natives which are suitable for our Vineyard climate. 10 am - 2 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: No Fee
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Sep 15th

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The Art of Paper
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts With Guest Curator: Sandy Bernat. Opening Reception Sunday, September 16 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through October 3 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 16th - Oct 3rd

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 16th

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Lecture: Behind the Scenes of the Art and Antiques Trade
Sponsor: MV Museum Paul Royka, nationally known fine art, antiques, and collectibles expert, visits the Museum to discuss fraud, scandal, and how to properly value your art and antiques. With over thirty years experience, Royka has set many world record prices at auction and often appears on Antiques Roadshow. 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Museum Library, Edgartown Admission Fee: $8 for Members, $12 for Non-members Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 20th

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Introduction to Grasses, Sedges & Rushes
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Join PHA research associate Melissa Cullina as she opens your eyes to the diverse group of plants known as the “graminoids” or grasslike plants. These fascinating plants are all around us, yet are little-known to most people. 9 am - 3 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $120/$100/$80 call for price info
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Sep 21st

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 23rd

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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
Sponsor: MV Museum The Museum is participating in Smithsonian Magazine’s annual Museum Day for a second straight year. On this day, over 1,300 museums across the country open their doors for free in a celebration of culture and learning. 10 am - 5 pm, Museum Galleries, Edgartown Admission Fee: Free with Ticket Benefit for MV Museum
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Sep 29th

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15th Annual Summer Vineyard Artisans Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Festival A Vineyard Summer tradition and the only weekly juried art show where the public can meet over 70 artisans and buy directly from them. Many demonstrations, weaving, fine furniture, pottery, stained glass, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, quilts, clothing, sea glass windows, handmade books and much more. 10 am - 2 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Sep 30th

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Moonrise Kayak
Sponsor: Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary See Sengekontacket in a new light, moonlight, as we celebrate the different full moons of summer. With a guide, you will kayak on the pond as the sun sets and the moon rises. Kayaks, paddles and lifejackets are all included. 5:30 pmFelix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown Admission Fee: $35-members; $45-non-members, per person Benefit for Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Sep 30th

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Living Local Harvest Festival
Sponsor: Agricultural Society, Vineyard Energy Project, Vineyard Conservation Society, Island Grown Initiaitve Living Local Harvest Fest (LLHF) is a free, fun two-day, community event for people of all ages, celebrating local food, energy, economies and culture on the Island of Martha's Vineyard. Friday, October 5th, 2012 6-8pm at the Grange Hall in West Tisbury, Living Local opens with an exciting storytelling event moderated by Storyteller and Author Susan Klein. 6 pm - 9 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Oct 5th

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The 7th Annual Art of Chocolate Festival
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. each day in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. 2 tastes for $5 or 5 tastes for $10. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Oct 6th - Oct 7th

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Living Local Harvest Festival
Sponsor: Agricultural Society, Vineyard Energy Project, Vineyard Conservation Society, Island Grown Initiaitve Saturday, October 6th, 2012 10am-3pm at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury (rain date Sunday, October 7th), Living Local Harvest Festival invites you to join us to celebrate island life - the sharing of skills, knowledge, and the bounty of the Martha's Vineyard’s fall harvest. 10 am - 3 pm, Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Oct 6th

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Columbus Day 5K Road Race & One Mile Fun Run
Sponsor: Oak Bluffs Road Race Committee Join the annual Columbus Day 5K Road Race and one mile Fun Run to benefit the Vineyard House.This a certified race, loops around East Chop offering sweeping panoramic views!
10:30 amWesley Hotel, Oak Bluffs Benefit for Vineyard House
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Oct 7th

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9th Annual Columbus Day Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans One day only to catch all your favorite Island artisans. Weaving, fine furniture, pottery, leather goods, oil paintings, pastels, mixed media, sculpture, wampum jewelry, hand knit items, clothing, photography, handmade books and much more. Indoors and outdoors, rain or shine. 10 am - 4 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Oct 7th

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The Science, Art & Lore of Pickling
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Who doesn’t love the zesty crunch of a pickle? Before refrigeration pickling was an essential strategy for safe food storage. Join Judith Sumner, author of American Household Botany: A History of Useful Plants, 1620-1900, to discover the history of pickling with “receipts” gathered from early New England cookbooks. 1 pm - 3 pm, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $25/$15 for PHA members
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Oct 13th

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Inspirational Women of Botany
Sponsor: Polly Hill Arboretum Herbalists, midwives, gardeners, cooks: Women have been expert practical botanists since pre-history. Many also became recognized professional botanists who contributed widely to plant science. From authoring the first botany textbooks to establishing the science of ecology, women botanists did it all. 10 am - 11 am, Polly Hill Arboretum, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $20/$10 for PHA members
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Oct 13th

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Island Faces Portrait Contest – People’s Choice Awards
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Opening Reception Sunday, October 14, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through October 31 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Oct 14th - Oct 31st

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22nd Annual Crop Walk
Sponsor: MV Clergy Association, Island Food Pantry, Vineyard Community on Hunger, MVRHS Students Join us for our annual 6 mile walk from Vineyard Haven to Oak Bluffs and back,or any part there of. Benefits Island Food Pantry and the hungry world. Registration at 1:40pm at St. Augustine's VH 2 pmVH/OB, Vineyard Haven Admission Fee: . Benefit for Island Food Pantry and the hungry world-wide
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Oct 14th

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The Art of Politics
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts With Guest Curator: Richard Limber. Opening Reception Sunday, November 4, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs. Continues through November 13 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Daily. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Nov 4th - Nov 13th

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The 10th Annual Holiday Gift Show Preview Party
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts In the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 7 pm - 9 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Nov 16th

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The 10th Annual Holiday Gift Show
Sponsor: Featherstone Center for the Arts Located in the Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Featherstone, Oak Bluffs, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Each Day. 12 noon - 4 pm, The Virginia Weston Besse Gallery, Oak Bluffs Admission Fee: Free
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Nov 17th - Dec 16th

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16th Annual Thanksgiving Day Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury 10am - 4pm each day, largest holiday art show by Islanders, featuring many holiday gifts such as one of a kind winter hand-made sweaters, hand-made soaps, Island lavender, and fine crafts including leather and vintage material bags, wood butcher block cutting boards, and so much more. 10 am - 4 pm, Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: $2/parking Benefit for MVRHS
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Nov 23rd - Nov 24th

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5th Annual Holiday Festival
Sponsor: Vineyard Artisans You won't want to miss this very special holiday fair, our last of the year. Many holiday gifts are available, just right for that special someone who appreciates a true Island gift, and as usual always hand-made one by one. Catered by Peter Koines of Little Rock Farm. 10 am - 4 pm, Grange Hall, West Tisbury Admission Fee: Free
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Dec 8th

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