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Every August, Martha’s Vineyard is transformed into a cultural destination with an explosion of activities for every interest and taste. This is the month when multigenerational families gather for reunions, corporate executives, entertainers and politicians take their annual vacations, and artists, musicians and writers showcase their works in progress. If the Island’s magnificent beaches are the main attraction during the daytime, every evening is filled with live performances, films, lectures, concerts, art openings and social events.
August on the Vineyard celebrates the wide variety of arts and cultural opportunities on the Island during the summer’s peak month. In the following pages, you will find information about many of the most stimulating events planned for August 2023. For a comprehensive daily calendar of events, be sure to check The Complete Martha’s Vineyard Calendar at eventsmv.com.
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MONDAY - FRIDAY
MV Documentary Week
9th annual documentary film festival presented by the MV Film Society
Various times | MV Film Center, Vineyard Haven | Info: mvfilmsociety.com
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Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest
Featuring Marlon Mitchell, Big Sean, Jeremiah JJ Williamson
8:00 p.m. | The Strand Theater, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardcomedyfest.com | See ad on p.25
THURSDAY Charles Ogletree Forum
AntiRacism, Allyship and Political Action produced by Union Chapel Institute
4:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelinstitute.orgw | See ad on p.8
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FRIDAY - SATURDAY From STEM to the Stars
Meet astronauts and explore Blue Origins space capsule
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Waban Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: nms.org; blueorigin.com | See ad on p4
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Martha’s Vineyard Book Festival
Featuring acclaimed authors including Elizabeth Alexander, Christian Cooper, Kwame Alexander Various times | Chilmark Community Center | Info: mvbookfestival.com | See ad on p.38
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Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival
Premieres, screenings and panel discussions
Various times | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: mvaaf.com
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SATURDAY Community of Change Black Party
Family entertainment sponsored by A Long Talk About the Uncomfortable Truth
11:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Waban Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: alongtalk.com | See ad on p.28
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SATURDAY Dr. Louis W. Sullivan 5K Run/Walk
34th Annual Fun Run for Health and Fitness
10:00 a.m. | Washington Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: walkrun.mvhevents.org
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SATURDAY Movie Screening
THE COLOR OF SPACE: A NASA Documentary Showcasing the Stories of Black Astronauts
3:00 p.m | The Strand Theater, Oak Bluffs
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SUNDAY Union Chapel Sunday Service
The Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III
9:45 a.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelmv.org | See ad on p.8
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SUNDAY Art Opening: Collide
Featuring the works of 24 South African artists
4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs | Info: featherstoneart.org | See ad on p.28
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TUESDAY Morgan State on the Vineyard
Annual gathering of Morgan State alumni, friends and family Various times | Venue TBD | Info: morganonmv.com | See ad on p.15 AUGUST on the VINEYARD • 2023 • eventsmv.com 17
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Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest
Featuring Hope Flood, George Willborn, Roy Wood Jr.
7:30 p.m. | The Strand Theater, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardcomedyfest.com | See ad on p.25
MONDAY - FRIDAY
Black Children’s Reading Corner
All ages are invited to read books by African-American authors
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Oak Bluffs, Edgartown Libraries | Info: blacktinamedia.com/dorothyscorner | See ad on p.34
TUESDAY Jewish Culture Festival
Inaugural festival features best of Jewish food, art & culture
4:00 - 8:00 p.m. | 18 Point Inner Way, Chilmark | Info: jewishculturefest.com | See ad on p.32
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WEDNESDAY Cottagers Inc. Sundown Soiree
Annual fundraiser to benefit The Cottagers, Inc.
3:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Featherstone Center for the Arts, Oak Bluffs | Info: thecottagersofmvinc.org | See ad on p.10
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WEDNESDAY Charles Ogletree Forum
Truth Be Told: Democracy in Crisis by Union Chapel Institute
4:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelinstitute.org | See ad on p.8
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Arts in Oak Bluffs - August Artwalk
Guided tour of galleries at various locations in Oak Bluffs
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Info: CooperVA@si.edu | See ad on p.23
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THURSDAY - MONDAY
Built on Stilts Festival
27th annual community dance festival
8:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: builtonstilts.org
FRIDAY - SATURDAY
Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest
Hyatt presents D.L. Hughley
7:00 and 9:00 p.m. | The Strand Theater, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardcomedyfest.com | See ad on p.39
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SATURDAY 12th Annual Jazz on the Vineyard
Jazz festival and fundraiser featuring Somi and Donald Harrison
5:00 - 8:30 p.m. | Island Alpaca Farm | Info: jazzonthevineyard.org | See ad on p.31
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SATURDAY Soulfully Textured
A natural hair festival
11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. | Waban Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: thecuratedcurl.com/soulfully-textured-festival
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SATURDAY Soul of Sonoma
Annual wine tasting event
3:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Dr. Daniel Fisher House, Edgartown | Info: soulofsonoma.com
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SUNDAY Union Chapel Sunday Service
Rev. Howard John Wesley
9:45 a.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelmv.org | See ad on p.8
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SUNDAY Charles Ogletree Forum
The Divine Nine: Powerbrokers for Positive Public Policy by Union Chapel Institute
4:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelinstitute.org | See ad on p.8
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SUNDAY The Physics of Sound STEM Event for Kids
Build & play your own instrument brought to you by New Orleans & Company
12:45 - 5:30 p.m. | Island Inn Conference Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: stemnola.com
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MONDAY Martha’s Vineyard Soulfest
Featuring Dwele, Avery Sunshine and Tia Fuller
5:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardsoulfest.com | See ad on p.22
MONDAY - FRIDAY Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest
Featuring Leon Rogers, Dominique, Drew Thomas
7:30 p.m. | The Strand Theater, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardcomedyfest.com | See ad on p.25
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TUESDAY Martha’s Vineyard Soulfest
Featuring Musiq Soulchild, Carl Thomas, Mike Rollins
5:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardsoulfest.com | See ad on p.22
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TUESDAY - WEDNESDAY Oak Bluffs Scavenger Hunt
Family friendly scavenger hunt adventure
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Oak Bluffs Library | Info: blacktinamedia.com/dorothyscorner | See ad on p.34
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Art on the Island - Fine Art Show and Sale
Featuring a collection of Martha’s Vineyard art from Waterkolours Fine Art Gallery
5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | MV Salads, Oak Bluffs | Info: waterkolours@me.com | See ad on p.12
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WEDNESDAY Charles Ogletree Forum
Celebrating Us: Unlocking the Power of Black Philanthropy by Union Chapel Institute
4:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelinstitute.org | See ad on p.8
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WEDNESDAY Grand Illumination Night
Annual lighting and display of colorful lanterns in the Camp Ground
7:30 p.m. | Trinity Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: mvcma.org
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THURSDAY Martha’s Vineyard Festival of Laughs
Featuring Tommy Davidson & Lavell Crawford
8:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: ticketmaster.com | See ad on p.35
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THURSDAY 50th Anniversary Hip Hop Tribute
Featuring Kool DJ Red Alert at the pINKWELL After Party
9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. | 11 Circuit Ave., Oak Bluffs | Info: marthasvineyardsoulfest.com
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THURSDAY Charles Ogletree Forum
PATHWAYS TO EQUITY: Unlocking opportunities in healthcare, life sciences & biotech for the Black community by Union Chapel Institute
4:00 p.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelinstitute.org | See ad on p.8
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THURSDAY - SUNDAY 161st Annual Agricultural Fair
Traditional county fair and livestock show 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. | Agricultural Hall, West Tisbury | Info: marthasvineyardagriculturalsociety.org
THURSDAY - SUNDAY Bison on the Vineyard
Annual gathering of Howard University alumni and friends
FRIDAY Martha’s Vineyard Festival of Laughs
Featuring Don DC Curry, Guy Torry, Tony Roberts & Joe Clair
8:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: ticketmaster.com | See ad on p.35
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FRIDAY Oak Bluffs Fireworks
Annual fireworks display
8:00 p.m. | Ocean Park, Oak Bluffs | Info: oakbluffsma.gov
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TUESDAY - THURSDAY
2nd Annual Martha’s Vineyard Summit
Panels, Networking and Community Building, sponsored by Council of Urban Professionals Noon | Seaview Ave., Oak Bluffs | Info: cupusa.org
SATURDAY August Wilson African American Cultural Center Presents: Harlem to Hollywood
One-man show written and performed by Malik Yoba
7:00 p.m.. | Tabernacle, Oak Bluffs | Info: awaacc.org | See ad on p.7
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SATURDAY Martha’s Vineyard Festival of Laughs
Featuring Bill Bellamy, Sommore & Special K
6:00 and 9:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Oak Bluffs | Info: ticketmaster.com | See ad on p.35
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SUNDAY Union Chapel Sunday Service
The Rev. Dr. Leslie Callahan
9:45 a.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelmv.org | See ad on p.8
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TUESDAY Gullah Geechee Dinner Party
Three-course dinner features Geech food and storytelling
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Venue TBD | Info: blacktinamedia.com/dorothyscorner | See ad on p.34
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6th Annual Black Economic Forum
Summer executive workshop focuses on Black economic mobility
WEDNESDAY Sol y Canto Concert
Award-winning Pan-Latin ensemble
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Martha’s Vineyard Museum, Vineyard Haven | Info: mvmuseum.org
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WEDNESDAY Gumbo Yaya Cooking Class
Gumbo Yaya Cooking Class
5:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Venue TBD | Info: blacktinamedia.com/dorothyscorner | See ad on p.34
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SUNDAY Union Chapel Sunday Service
Rev. D. Darrell Griffin
9:45 a.m. | Union Chapel, Oak Bluffs | Info: unionchapelmv.org | See ad on p.8
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