Events & Entertainment

9:30 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: Florette by Anna Walker from page 8

Read this beautiful picture book that celebrates friendship, resilience in the face of change, & the magic of the natural world. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

9:45 to 10:15 AM - Nanpuppets at the Atheneum

Join Lizza and her puppet friends for some fun in the garden. We’re going to try and stay outside for as long as the weather holds. Please dress appropriately. Don’t forget to bring a blanket! Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Wine Festival Raffle at G.S. Hill Gallery

Stop by G.S. Hill Gallery at 40 Straight Wharf & enter a free raffle to win a set of pearl Wine Charms. Drawing on May 22: winners will be notified.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com.

12 to 1 PM - Cain Vineyard Tasting with Chris Howell

Join the staff of Current Vintage for a special wine tasting with Chris Howell in their shop at 4 Easy Street.

12 to 1 PM - Animal Lover’s Book Club for Grades 3 to 5

A book discussion group focused on favorite furry friends & some pet therapy certified animals come in to “read” with the group. This month read Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. Register at NantucketAtheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

1 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands with pitch pine forests & a cattail-choked inlet with a small walkway. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com

1 PM - Farm and Greenhouse Walking Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

An exclusive, educational guided walking tour with Dave Bartlett, the 6th-generation head farmer of Bartlett’s Farm, and gain insider knowledge of his greenhouse growing operations, the farm’s rich history, and sustainable farming practices. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403

1 to 2 PM - Tasting of Nantucket Wine & Food Festival Signature Wines

Join the staff of Current Vintage to taste a selection of signature wines from the Nantucket Wine Festival in their shop at 4 Easy Street.

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

A 1/2 mi, 90-min. stroll led by 3x runner-up in Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, Cash only; $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

2 to 3:30 PM - Taittinger Champagne Tasting with Clovis Taittinger

Join the staff of Current Vintage for a special wine tasting with Clovis Taittinger in their shop at 4 Easy Street.

3 to 3:45 PM - Free Teen Yoga

Mindful movement strategies to stretch and strengthen muscles as well as calming mindfulness & observation strategies to reduce stress. No experience needed. Bring a mat or use one of ours. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

3:30 PM - Ca’ del Bosco Franciacorta, Calvisius Caviar & Casella Prosciutto Tasting

Join the staff of Current Vintage for a special tasting of wine and caviar and proscuitto in their shop at 4 Easy Street.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Morgan Skelly & the Old Crow at Cisco Brewers, Bartlett Farm Road.

4:30 to 6 PM - Veuve Clicquot Champagne Tasting

Join the staff of Current Vintage for a special tasting of champagne in their shop at 4 Easy Street.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Beat the crowds and enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with your family and friends. On board music and BYOB. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

6 to 7:30 PM - Wolffer Estate Tasting

Join staff of Current Vintage for a special wine tasting in their shop at 4 Easy St.

6:15 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 PM - “Glass Half Full” Dreamland Storytelling

Hear tales filled with poignancy, humor, suspense, & empathy told by islanders coached by host Bonnie Levison of The Moth. Tickets at nantucketdreamland.org

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

A 3/4-mi, 80 min stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary, Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972

SUNDAY, MAY 21

8 AM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands.You’ll feel you’re exploring Yoda’s home planet of Dagobah. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

9:30 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: Florette by Anna Walker

Read this beautiful picture book that celebrates friendship, resilience in the face of change, & the magic of the natural world. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on this narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com ., .

1 to 3 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Wine Festival Raffle at G.S. Hill Gallery

Stop by G.S. Hill Gallery at 40 Straight Wharf & enter a free raffle to win a set of pearl Wine Charms. Drawing on May 22: winners will be notified.

3 to 6 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Morgan Skelly & the Old Crow at Cisco Brewers, Bartlett Farm Road.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Beat the crowds and enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with your family and friends. On board music and BYOB. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

6 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

MONDAY, MAY 22

8 AM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

9:30 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: Florette by Anna Walker

Read this beautiful picture book that celebrates friendship, resilience in the face of change, & the magic of the natural world. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. 774-325-8972