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September and early October are treasured time on Martha’s Vineyard as everyone tries to hold on to summer and log in as much beach time as possible before the season disappears completely.  There is a lot of denial about the days getting shorter, the wind direction coming out of the north again, and need to swap out flip flops for something more substantial. Outdoor showers are still in full use. Cottage windows are still open (in the middle of the day anyway). Leaves are still green, mostly. This is the time of year that, if you hang out on the beach until the late afternoon, you soon find yourself in the glow of the setting sun and heading home over the dunes in the dark, reluctantly letting go of the day, thinking about how magical this place really is. These are the quiet times to soak it all up before winter blows in!

The annual summer benefit for Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation took place Monday July 20^th.  Set on the beautiful Borggaard Farm on Indian Hill Road in West Tisbury, it was a wonderful location for people from all over the Island to get together and celebrate the foundation’s accomplishments.  President Chris Alley, and Executive Director Adam Moore each spoke to a captivated audience. Photographs of the various properties Sheriff’s Meadow has maintained and protected such as the antique Mayhew-Hancock-Mitchell house and Quansoo Farm flashed on large screens as guests dined.  This event was another reminder of how fortunate we are to have so many people dedicated to preserving our Island.

The 17th annual Evening of Discovery took place in Vineyard Haven Saturday evening June 27th. Guests were asked to wear black and white to celebrate the theme based on the Museum’s exhibit of Alfred Eisenstaedt’s photographs of Islanders. Under a grand white tent on the grounds of the Marine Hospital, more than 400 people mingled, snacked, and bid on a wide range of items before sitting down to a delicious elegant dinner.  Set with the harbor on one side, and the historic building towering above, it was a beautiful and dramatic location.  It seemed that everyone was excited for the Museum to achieve its manifold and ambitious goals, most of which focus on education.  David Nathans proudly described some of the programs that involve kids learning about Island history of all kinds- social, natural and economic.  The Gayhead Lighthouse was highlighted because of its recent relocation.

Edgartown Board of Trade hosted a terrific evening of hors d’oeuvres and drinks at the Dunes, last Tuesday.  The Dunes, formerly Lure, is the new beautiful restaurant at Winnetu Oceanside Resort.  The interior is sleek and welcoming with so many different spots to enjoy, many with water views...  The bar is substantial as are the various dining areas, but now with the extensive deck and poolside service, it really feels like a modern escape by the Atlantic.

THE CAPAWOCK THEATRE OPENING

MORNING GLORY FARM (WHERE YEAR ROUNDERS AND SUMMER FOLKS UNITE)

Although it has been highly reported, it is still amazing to drive to Chappaquiddick from South Beach across Norton Point!  Many remember when a 2.5 mile strip of sand connected Chappy to Edgartown, until a harsh storm in 2007 created the breach at Norton Point. Since then avid fisherman and nature lovers accessed their favorite places from South Beach in Katama or Chappaquiddick.

It was a beautiful day to celebrate the summer solstice in Aquinnah at the Light House. Young and old, human and canine, up-islanders and down-islanders gathered to enjoy the longest day of the year and remind ourselves of how important it is to help SAVE THE GAY HEAD LIGHTHOUSE.

It was a beautiful evening under the tents at the Dr. Daniel Fisher House. Many guests were happy to visit with friends and neighbors for the first time this year. Catered by V. Jaime Hamlin the delectable hors d’oeuvres were served seamlessly by her professional team while the shellfish station offering Katama oysters and little necks was conveniently situated for everyone to help themselves.

“No one with cancer needs to be alone.” This is the mission statement of the Martha’s Vineyard Cancer Support Group. Hosting their Evening Under the Stars event Thursday evening, May 15th, members and supporters mingled, wined and dined at Farm Neck Golf Club to celebrate over 26 years of helping Islanders with cancer get through their challenges.