Events & Entertainment

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim from page 33

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 - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

2-1/2 mi, 1 hr. exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes. End at White Elephant Hotel. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 min early 774-325-8972

10 AM to 5 PM - Memorial Day Weekend Raffle at G.S. Hill Gallery

Stop by G.S. Hill Gallery at 40 Straight Wharf & enter a free raffle to win a Pearl & Sea Glass Necklace. Drawing on May 30: winners will be notified.

10:30 to 11:15 AM - Stories with Susan

Susan will read stories in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum (or outside if the weather is good.) at 10:30am, 10:45am, & 11am. Listen as you explore the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

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.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in air-conditioned buses. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett's Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. or on Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

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

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Ian Motha 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

6:30 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. Time changes with sunset.

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

TUESDAY, MAY 30

8 AM - Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge Tour with Nantucket Walkabout 3-mile hike mostly over sand that’s a fascinating exploration of the beginnings of Nantucket Harbor. Tidal pond, beach, cedar forest & dune, maritime oak forest, salt marsh with active osprey nests & harbor. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Time-Out for Parents!

Stop by the Nantucket Atheneum to play games, discuss anything you want to share, & laugh. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110

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.

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Music in the Morning

Join Lizza in the garden for fun songs and singing games. Bring a blanket. 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 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

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

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.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in air-conditioned buses. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett's Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. or on Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

2 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Ian Motha 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

5:30 to 7 PM - Teen Craft Night

Come in and get creative with your friends at the atheneum! Please enter through the Weezie Library doors. For ages 10+. No registration required but space is limited. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s weasternmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. 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 - 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

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

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.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in air-conditioned buses. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett's Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. or on Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

1 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: continued on page 35 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

3 to 4 PM - Library Legos for Grades 1 to 5

The library will supply the LEGO bricks and you can have some fun. Program is freee but space is limited, so register at NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 7 PM - Buckle & Shake Performs Live at Cisco Brewers

This local favorite is a country bluegrass band. Hear them at Cisco Brewers.

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

6:30 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.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Atheneum Knitting Group

A fun, relaxed Gathering to share knitting projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques. Attendees will be required to wear a mask at all times. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Table Top Game Night for Age 13+

One table devoted to a rotating selection of games + one table for Dungeons & Dragons (limited seating for D&D, first come first serve!) Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.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

THURSDAY, JUNE 1

8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A 2.5-mi hike exploring plant succession on sandplain grasslands. These former farms are now dominated by pitch pines: their groves & small forests have mead- ows of wildflowers. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com. 508-422-7466

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 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

10:30 - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

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.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour

A narrated tour of historic sites in town, Old Mill, Oldest House, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more with knowledgeable guides in new air-conditioned buses. Learn about Nantucket’s history. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. Again at 1 pm & 2:45pm. Nantucketbustours.com or 508-228-0334.

11:45 - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

A 2-1/2 hr tour of the west end of Nantucket. Visit Madaket, then travel to the Cisco area with stops at Bartlett's Farm & Cisco Brewers. Tickets & departure: 10 Washington St. or at Nantucketbustours.com or call 508-228-0334.

12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Paul Nelson 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