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10 PM - Karaoke

July 18

Eliot Fisk classical guitar

Since 1959 – A series of concerts by internationally acclaimed musicians

Tuesdays at 7pm in St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair St. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Tickets are $30, free for children under 18, at the door or sold in advance at the Antiques Depot at 2 South Beach St.

”Meet the Artists" is a free & informal gathering on Monday evenings at 5pm at the Great Hall of the Atheneum, 1 India Street.

Both buildings are handicap accessible. Limited on-site parking.

Souza’s Seafood

A Family Business for More Than 40 Years

Lobsters alive or cooked - call ahead for fast service Fresh off the boat - selection changes daily...

Lobsters • Littlenecks • Sea Scallops from page 8

Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. TheRoseAndCrown.com

FRIDAY, JULY 14

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T

Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced island fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. A fishing trip on the Herbert T is a memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings call 508257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

8 to 10 AM - 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. Tickets at 508-4227466 or at WalkNantucket.com

8:30 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 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 min early. whjamieson@gmail.com or 774-325-8972

9 to 9:30 AM - Half-Hour Hayrides at Bartlett’s Farm

A fun ride for families on the go. Hayrides are 30-minutes long. Kids can add a sticker book and do the scavenger hunt for $5. For ages 3 & up with parent. $35; under 2 free. Tickets at BartlettsFarm.com or 508-228-9403.

9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required: MariaMitchell.org

9 to 10 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more at the MMA Natural Science Museum and touch or hold several of the MMA’s animals. $15; pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org: at least 1 adult must sign up with children.

9 to 11 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip

Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, & other marine life during this program that is part of a research project & interesting for adults + kids. $30 per participant. Register at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Outer Space: Out of this World for Ages 3-6

During this class, children’s imaginations will soar to the moon & back as they explore the vast wonders of space. Kids will get to design and create their own magical outer space wonderlands with sparkling stars, planets, moon craters, and more! $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

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 & 3:30pm and at sunset.

10 AM - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: call 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM - Cruise with Ack Sail

A Nantucket sailing charter or harbor cruise for up to 17 passenges. Celebrate engagements, weddings, family reunions, or special time spent with good friends. Call 508-423-9985 or acksail.com. Again at 1pm, 4pm, & sunset.

10 AM to 3:30 PM - Free Family Activities at Shipwreck Museum

Unique outdoor activities featuring nautical crafts, marine science, rescue demonstrations, & more. Outside on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road; free shuttle departs from 25 Federal St starting at 9:30 am.

10 AM to 5 PM - Hands on History: Sailors Valentines for Ages 5-12

Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Design a pattern using seashells on a wooden octagon base, inspired by the traditional maritime keepsake. Free with museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

11 to 11:45 AM - Children’s Garden Concert - Hugh Hanley: Circle of Songs

Hugh is back in the garden with songs and musical activities for children. Sing, move, and laugh! Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

11 AM to 12 PM - Resin Art for Ages 6+

Cod • Flounder

• Salmon

• Swordfish

• Gray Sole Stop by to enter our FREE weekly MegaFish Seafood Drawing!

508-228-9140

Gift Certificates Available

This class dives into the depths of mixed media from painting, sculpting, drawing, & more! Kids will design and create resin trays for trinkets, jewelry, or anything a child desires. $58; register at BarnabysNantucket.com or 508-680-1553.

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

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor & enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Again at 1, 2:25, & 4 pm. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

11:15 AM - The Signature Historic Tour with Island Tours

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. continued on page 27

11:45 AM - 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.

2 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 walkway. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466.

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Find out what insects and small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their behaviors before we release them. Pre-registration recommended at 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

4 to 6 PM - Wines & Rinds

Taste wines and cheeses every Friday afternoon at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 508-228-9403 BartlettsFarm.com

4 to 6 PM - Teen Game Night

Teens & tweens are invited to play a selection of games in the Learning Lab, including Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party, as well as board games like Trouble and Strategy, & more. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers

Featuring Bonus Cat at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 PM - Stand Up & Learn: Student Performances

Performances by the kids of Stand Up & Learn, who have been working throughout the year to “find their funny” with Kevin Flynn. Free White Heron Theatre Company, 5 North Water Street. A Comedy Festival Event NantucketComedy.com

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

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 7 PM - A Night at the Museum

Join staff of Egan Maritime Institute at the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum for a cocktail party & viewing of the 2023 exhibit: “Rum Runners & Rum Chasers: Nantucket, Prohibition, and the U.S. Coast Guard.” Special museum tours, rum tasting, tasty hors d’oeuvres, & other exciting surprises. Tickets available at EganMaritime.org

6 to 8 PM - Free Sing Along for Ages 5+: Moana

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