With the 4th of July weekend only one short week away you can really feel the Island's energy on the upswing.

Just prior to the big holiday weekend, kick back a bit at the Chilmark Community Center with films for everybody as the MV Film Festival gang starts its Summer Film Series and Cinema Circus, something new, for kids.

An Island 4th
On the 4th there will be Edgartown's annual parade to attend--not to be missed are the marching bands, Jabberwocky kids and the MVOL mermaid float. Afterwards, the barbecue hosted by the Preservation Trust on the Dr. Daniel Fisher House lawn is a delicious way to pass the time before the fireworks begin. Adding to the party atmosphere this year will be a cookout hosted at the Harbor View Hotel. Cash only and very casual.

Welcome Back Bunch of Grapes
Back in Vineyard Haven, Bunch of Grapes Book Store invites everyone to its 4th of July open house, welcoming back customers old and new and closing the book on the fire that burned a year ago to the day.

More to Celebrate
Mediterranean restaurant welcomes the 4th with a weekend of music that recalls the Lola's of Island legend. Dust off your dancing shoes! And don't miss the most lunatic disco inferno on the island happening this Friday night July 3rd at Nectar'sMV (formerly Outerland) with The Boogies returning to this legendary nightspot.

We were thrilled to hear who many folks attended and enjoyed restaurant week. Now that you know where and how yummy they are, we hope you'll continue to savor many a meal at the participating restaurants as the season progresses.

Looking for more to do?... Check out MVOL.com's Calendar of Events