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Island Wildlife Rescue...see page 4

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NCH Celebrates Years of Boston Pops on Nantucket with Special Televised Concerts to Make You Smile..see page 3

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Concerts to Make You Smile & to Rekindle Hope

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Best of the Beach will bring some of the best moments from past Boston Pops on Nantucket concerts into the homes of viewers to enjoy this Saturday, August 14 at 8pm EST. Produced by Nantucket’s own Yellow Productions, the program will feature highlights from past celebrations of The Boston Pops for Nantucket on Jetties Beach. The telecast will be aired on NCTV Channel 18 and is brought to the community through the generosity of Jill and Steven Karp and the White Elephant Resorts, long-time supporters of this major Nantucket Cottage Hospital fundraiser. “Over its 25-year history, the Boston Pops on Nantucket has become a highly anticipated Cape and Islands defining event of the summer,” said Gary Shaw, President and CEO of Nantucket Cottage Hospital. “Since we aren’t able to gather together on Jetties Beach for a second year, we wanted to provide our community with something that promotes healing, rekindles spirits, brings smiles, conveys hope, and offers a great listening experience as our way of giving back and thanking Nantucketer’s for their tremendous support to the hospital over these last 18 months. Nothing can truly capture the inclusive sense of community, celebration and joy we’ve come to expect each year from the Pops, but hopefully this broadcast will capture just a taste of it.” This Saturday’s telecast will include musical performances by the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra performing with Kenny Loggins in 2016, a selection from the Beatles tribute band RAIN from the 2018 beach concert, and performances from The Spinners who were the guest performers in 2019. Best of the Beach will also feature a recorded firework show, streamed to the sound of the 1812 Overture. Tributes to medical professionals who served the Nantucket community throughout the pandemic will be included, along with a message from Gary Shaw. “The team at Nantucket Cottage Hospital Foundation, Aisling of ACKtivities continued on page 24

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There were some budding young marine biologists out on ‘Sconset Beach in recent weeks. Armed with binoculars, clip boards, and tape measures, they are learning how to collect and record data for the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, assess the health of seals on the beach, and help the public understand the “do’s and don’ts” around marine mammals we share the shore with. And some of them are only five-years-old!! Marine Mammal Alliance Nantucket (MMAN), in collaboration with the Sconset Trust, hosted workshops on Tuesday mornings for kids ages 5-12. MMAN Rescue Team member Kim Schulam describes healthy behavior of seals on the beach and explains that they are, in fact, okay out of the water—resting, digesting, or just hanging out. But sometimes they do need help. That’s when Rescue Team Member and naturalist Blair Perkins comes in and demonstrates the different ways a seal or other marine mammal can get tangled up in plastics and in rope and how rescue teammates disentangle them. Using a life sized juvenile stuffed seal fully entangled in monofilament, Perkins emphasizes the importance of keeping our ocean and beaches free of plastics and debris and the devastating effects they can have on wildlife. Dr. Steve St. Pierre, Mann’s veterinarian and Assistant Stranding Coordinator, teaches how to determine what is a safe distance from a hauled-out animal and what to look for when establishing whether it is healthy and happy or if it requires capture. Mann’s Education Coordinators Susan Rohrer, Megan Andelloux, and Rain Harbison developed the curriculum and assist in the field along with board president Pam Murphy who gets to hand out prizes. Under a stranding permit from NOAA, only members of the Marine Mammal continued on page 22

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Celebrating and Preserving Our Seafaring History

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As of August 5, the Town of Nantucket has reinstated mask requirements for customers and staff. In addition to Town requirements, a number of private businesses are also issuing rules to deal with a surge in COVID-19 cases, with some requiring proof of vaccination or a recent COVID-19 test with negative results for entry. Please take note of and follow all posted restrictions as you visit island establishments.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 12 MARIA MITCHELL’S 203RD BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION EVENTS Fun & prizes with scavenger hunt, photo contest, & drawing contest. Instructions on MariaMitchell.org All Day - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by this magical island on this 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 ages 712. Cash only. Starts at the Atheneum, on corner of Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fences, 10 min early. 508-332-0953 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for All Ages Help collect, identify, & release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life. The Harbor is filled with interesting animals that will amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. At least one adult must sign up with children. $30 (MMA members at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org

10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Marlinspike: Make It, Take It - Beginner Using skills of the past make a length of rope: Marlinspike is the art of working with rope. All ages welcome! 2nd demo at 2:30pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 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 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm continued on page 10

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The Oldest Member

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by Robert P. Barsanti They brought the Oldest Member down to the beach after his nap. He didn’t want to go. They were all there and he knew why. The Oldest Member was turning 98 today. The number was absurd, as is any number over 75. His mother had had the consideration to give birth during the month of August, so that his family always had a good reason to visit when the water was warm, the surf was high, and tomatoes were plump. Had the great blessed stork visited her a few months earlier, and had he been born in March, he suspected that his birthday would not be quite so well attended. There was another reason. . They had chosen this beach on the south shore because the bluff wasn’t six feet off the beach, and he could step down. They wanted him in a wheelchair, with big inflatable pink tires and an umbrella, but that wasn’t happening. Instead, with Amelia on his left and Emily on his right, he took off his shoes and walked (well, shuffled) down into the sand, then stepped over to his chair. He touched the girls only once or twice. They all exhaled. Earlier, there had been an argument. One of his daughters knew that he liked his restaurant where he knew the waiters, and they would have his Lobster Bisque, and where there were bathrooms within a few steps. Another had proposed having a tent and a caterer at the house. But then, the Variant raised its head. The Oldest Member had been vaccinated, as had everyone else but the Red Hat Son-in-Law. And while he was hard to tolerate, nobody want to be responsible for drowning the Red Hat in his own spit. Least of all his kids. So an absurd seat for the Oldest Member had been prepared. He was seated in the deep shadow of an orange umbrella, cushioned and propped on a thirty-year-old porch chair. Then, a pink cupcake was put in one hand and a red solo cup of Prosecco in the other. He smiled at them all, sipped one, then bit the other. Assured that he was alive for the moment, his children went back to their own affairs. They were placed in a broad semi-circle, with the Oldest Member in the center, under his umbrella, shrouded in a long sleeve shirt and capped with his wife’s straw gardening hat. Before them were towels, coolers, blankets, and children. He could continued on page 23

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According to the great authority known as social media, the Nantucket population at the onset of August was somewhere between 90,000 and 100,000 people. I cannot imagine that our island can hold that many people! If you try finding a parking spot, a restaurant reservation, or a babysitter, you know that those numbers might be accurate. Reports of water use, electricity use, and empty shelves at the grocery store all point to lots and lots of people on the island. Here’s the thing: there are easy ways to avoid the crowds and enjoy what Nantucket truly has to offer. Here are a few tips for getting out into nature, away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. So pack a lunch, grab your water bottle, and get ready to leave the confines of town. You may have to put in a little extra effort, but it will be worth it. I work at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation on Eel Point Road, so we’ll start there. Getting to work can be a hassle of traffic jams this time of year, but turning onto Eel Point Road, the whole scene changes. The pavement turns to packed dirt, and everything slows down a bit. The Linda Loring Nature Foundation trails are open sunup to sundown every day. The rolling trails don’t allow dogs, but there is plenty to explore with views of Long Pond, Nantucket Sound, and pristine native landscapes. You can explore completely on your own with a self-guided nature trail, or sign up for a Friday morning guided walk – free for members. It’s just far enough from town to limit crowds, but close enough that it doesn’t take too long by car or bike. The Wave Bus stops at the top of Eel Point Rd, so you could also walk the last mile-and-a-half. If you’re looking for a longer get-away and you can walk on the sand for a while, I encourage you to check out Smith’s Point. Drive, ride your bike, or take continued on page 15

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The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to invite the public to its second 2021 Sidewalk Art Show at the AAN’s Visual Art Center, 24 Amelia Drive this Saturday, August 14 from 9 am to 2 pm. More than twenty AAN artist members, each with their own “art wall,” will be available to discuss art and sell their work. The outdoor art show is free and open to the public. Rain date is Sunday, August 15. Founded in 1930 by artist Maud Stumm, Nantucket’s Sidewalk Art Show is the oldest in the nation. Originally held for a few days in August, it was open to professionals and amateurs. “In 1960 Artists Association of Nantucket took the reins of the event, and it is now one of their signature offerings. We are proud to be part of such a historic and popular island tradition,” said AAN artistic director Robert Frazier. “It predates the Artists Association by fifteen years.” In her book, From Clotheslines to Canopies: A History of Outdoor Art Fairs in America, Kathleen Eaton states that, “the earliest art fairs of record in America that are still in operation began during the start of the Great Depression. The first, founded in 1930, was the Nantucket Sidewalk Art Show—a small local event based on similar street fairs found in Europe.” “Since we were unable to use the Atheneum’s garden due to the on-going Covid 19 situation, last summer we relocated to the green lawn at our Visual Arts Center and the space has worked quite well, and a big plus is there is more parking than in town,” said AAN artistic director Robert Frazier. “Still going strong ninety-one years later, the Sidewalk Show is a great way to meet some of the island’s local artists and find some special art,” added Frazier. For more information about the Artists Association of Nantucket, visit their website at Nantucketarts.org. For additional details about the carefully crafted 2021 programs and events, including in-person and online shows, classes, and workshops, call AAN at 508-228-0722.

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4 PM - Public Unveiling of New Monument The Nantucket Land Bank, Museum of African American History, & Nantucket Historical Commission invites the public to the unveiling of a monument honoring Arthur Cooper. Cooper was an African American who freed himself from slavery, came to Nantucket in 1820, and lived on Angola Street. Unveiling & dedication of the plaque will be held in the Land Bank Park at North Mill & Angola sts. 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewers Live music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5 PM - Live Music at the Crown featuring Sean Lee at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Godspell Live theatre presented at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. by Dreamland Stage Company & Theatre Workshop. Tickets: 508-228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 6:30 PM - An Evening With Sarah Leah Chase Join Sarah Leah Chase for a culinary demonstration and conversation, followed by supper paired with curated wine selections. The Corner Table, 22 Federal Street. $175. joy@nantucketculinary.com 508-228-2665 CornerTableNantucket.com 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 7 to 8 PM - Concert: “Leben und Liebe” This program of early Romantic music, features Schubert, Schumann and Mendelssohn. Nick Davies and Ivy Ringel will perform alongside longtime collaborator Wesley Ducote. Performed in the Nantucket Music Center. Tickets $25 at

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therossiniclub.org Masks are required regardless of vaccination status. 7 to 8:30 PM - Online: Concert: Curtis On Tour The Curtis Institute of Music, based in Philadelphia, PA., offers an online concert featuring 5 musicians performing works by Wolfgang Mozart, Heitor, Villa-Lobos, Samuel Zyman and Johannes Brahms. NantucketAtheneum.org 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. 508-332-0953 9 to 10 PM - Stars & Senses Night Hike with Maria Mitchell Association An evening hike under the stars. Participate in a color vision activity, learn how eyes adjust to the dark, listen for nocturnal animals, take a solo journey if you dare, & enjoy a minty snack while learning about bioluminescence. At the end, hear stories of summer constellations. For ages 8+, children must be accompanied by adult. $45 (MMA Members: $30). Reservations at mariamitchell.org 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

FRIDAY, AUGUST 13 MARIA MITCHELL’S 203RD BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION EVENTS Fun & prizes with scavenger hunt, photo contest, & drawing contest. Instructions on MariaMitchell.org 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 8 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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. $20, Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 continued on page 14

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Did you take that prize-winning photo you’ve been trying to capture all season? Now’s the time to share it with the world and perhaps win some cash in the process! September 12 is deadline to enter the 2021 Yesterday’s Island Photo Contest. For nearly 30 years, this popular annual contest has been a terrific way for you to share your images of Nantucket Island. Any season, any view, any topic, any time period (we love historic photos) are accepted, as long as the photo was taken on Nantucket. You might even win one of the cash prizes. Winning photos and many deserving honorable mention will be shared with our readers in our Autumn Edition, which hits the stands on September 30. They will also be posted online at YesterdaysIsland.com and at The Insider’s Guide to Nantucket: Nantucket.net. Photos are accepted in print format and in electronic format (high resolution only, please). Remember to include your last name in each image tag. Entry information and rules can be viewed at nantucket.net/photo-contest-entry. Past winners are also on display there. Entries must be received by or postmarked by September 12, 2021. Photos received or postmarked later will be entered in the 2022 contest.

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extensive collection of Nantucket and maritime art. After enveloping a publishing program, the institute brought on island resident, author, and historian Nathaniel Philbrick as its first Executive Director. Philbrick, award-winning author of a more than a dozen critically acclaimed works, wrote and published several books about Nantucket’s history including In the Heart of the Sea. Just before Bud's death in 2000, he tasked Philbrick with developing the Egan Institute of Maritime Studies, which would incorporate historical research, the publishing of literature, and maritime education into one organization. In 2008, following a three million dollar capital campaign, complete with revisions and renovations, the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum opened as the only cultural organization on Nantucket dedicated to telling the dramatic stories of heroic lifesavers and dangerous shipwrecks. Bud and Dorothy Egan’s vision for Nantucket continues coming to life thanks to the hard work of the Egan Maritime Institute. This year, in a new venture announced by the Egan Institute, they are furthering their mission of community outreach and education with the first annual Science by the Seashore event. It’s happening on the grounds of the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum this Sunday, August 15 from 10 am to 3 pm and is free to the public. The event will feature fun ocean science and safetyat-sea activities. Take part in demonstrations and get a chance to meet Nantucket’s Harbormaster and the crew of their amphibious vessel, Sea Legs. After being unable to open their doors last year, the staff at Egan Maritime are thrilled to be back in-person. Join them on Wednesday, August 18 from 5 to 7 pm on the gorgeous grounds of the museum for “Launching Lives, Lasting Legacies,” a celebration of both the Sea of Opportunities student education programs and the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. Considering more than 75% of the world’s goods are transported by sea, continued on page 13

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket Egan Maritime fully understands the importance of education toward a career at sea. Sea of Opportunities is a diverse offering of education and outreach programs available to every Nantucket student at multiple points throughout their student careers, seeding the maritime workforce of tomorrow and opening doors for local youth to opportunities that will enhance their futures and our global coastal community. “When we started Sea of Opportunities,” says Pauline Proch, Executive Director at Egan Maritime, “we wanted to make sure we could have a project based hands-on learning opportunity in public and private school settings. Maritime studies lends itself to hands-on learning and supports all fields of eduction, from math and English to social studies and the sciences.” She quickly noticed this dynamic helped students excel in areas in which they had previously struggled. “The spark comes when the student sees it, touches it, lives it.” Proch joined Egan Maritime in July 2012, after spending many years at Nantucket Public Schools as the Executive Director for the Nantucket Community School. She fell in love with the island on her first visit: “Nantucket pulled at my heart, so I would return every summer. I felt like I had found a very special part of the world and did everything I could to make it my home.” Ticketholders to Wednesday’s fundraiser will enjoy a selection of beer and wine, a signature cocktail, and a selection of hors d'oeuvres provided by A Taste of Nantucket while learning about exciting updates from Captain Don Peacock of the Tall Ship Lynx. Evan Schwanfelder, Manager of Maritime Ed-

Vol. 51 No.11 • YesterdaysIsland.com ucation, will talk about the Institute’s programs and show off a 10-foot boat—which will be auctioned off at the event— built entirely by a group of Nantucket High School students. Chloe Plank, a graduate of both the Sea of Opportunities program and Massachusetts Maritime Academy who is now living her dream at sea aboard a large U.S. Navy supply ship, will talk about what Egan Maritime programs meant to her. Additionally, come see the museum’s newest artifact acquisition: a 6,000-pound anchor from a Nantucket Lightship once stationed on the South Shore Shoals. Tickets start at $250, but for the VIP price of $500 you can enjoy a complimentary sail aboard the Tall Ship Lynx. The Egan Maritime Institute began their partnership with Lynx in 2013. “We’ve had great success with young adults working as crew and going out for a week," says Proch, “students come back saying it was life-changing. Bud and Dorothy Egan wanted to do good things for Nantucket,” recalls Proch. “The goal has always been to connect Nantucket to maritime history and tell stories that haven’t been told. We’re proud to be the ambassadors of these traditions.” The Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum is located at 158 Polpis Road and is open daily. For more information on Egan Maritime, tickets to the “Launching Lives, Lasting Legacies” fundraiser, or their other island events, visit eganmaritime.org or call 508-228-2505.

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Michelle Jhingoor • Su unflowers & Clouds Cellography on canvas • 11” x 14” • $160 Original art, jewelry ryy,, gifftts, andd more! Daily ly frroom 11am.

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9 to 9:45 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 at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org Registration Required. 9 to 10 AM - Nature Story Hour for Age 3+ with Maria Mitchell Association During each session, an MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, & make a craft or play games related to the story. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required: $35 (members: $15). 508-228-9198 or MariaMitchell.org 9 to 11 AM - Plein Air Botanical Watercolor & Ink Class Create your own watercolor guided by artist Meredith Hanson - all levels welcome. Tickets $250. Part of the Dog & Cat Days of Summer: a NiSHA fundraiser for their shelter with live & Virtual events. Details, passes, tickets, & benefactor info at NiSHAnimals.org/events 9 AM to 4 PM - Womens’ Boating Safety Class Learn how to be safe on the water. Register at 508-228-2505. 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:30 AM to 5 PM - Free Teen Take-and-Make Kits - Wooden Arrow Use any kind of art supplies to decorate this wooden arrow to let others know your destination. Add shells or other treasures to add some sparkle. Free for teens in grades 6-12, while supplies last. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips:

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10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 to 11:30 AM - Magic Mark’s Art of Harmless Misdirection Workshops Join Mark Carapezza in the Atheneum Garden to learn how to create an original routine with lessons on patter, presentation, forces, and misdirections. Materials provided. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for All Ages Help collect, identify, & release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life. The Harbor is filled with interesting animals that will amaze you in their shapes, colors, and habits. At least one adult must sign up with children. $30 (MMA members at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org 10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM - Marlinspike: Make It - Take It, Intermediate Seamanship Ropemaking Learn simple knot tying skills to make your own bracelet or key chain. Enjoy traditional marlinspike rope-handling techniques that were passed down by Nantucket mariners. Marlinspike is the art of working with rope. 2nd demo at 2:30 pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM - Godspell Live theatre presented at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. by Dreamland Stage Company & Theatre Workshop. Tickets: 508-228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11 AM to 5 PM - Display by Artist Tom Meyer See the creative “outsider” visions of Thomas Meyer in a special show called VISIONARIES in The Gallery at Four India Street, upstairs at 4 India Street. Show continues through August 20. TheGalleryNantucket.com continued on page 16

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the Wave to Madaket. You can bank on an hour-and-a-half for the walk out and back—and that’s if you don’t stop for too many photos. Smith’s Point is the spit of sand that juts out into Madaket Harbor, stretching out towards Tuckernuck. There is also great shorebird watching out there with a high likelihood of seeing piping plovers, least terns, and American oystercatchers. For a guided experience, Nantucket Walkabout does walking tours and will even pick you up in town to take you out there. Reserve your walk at walknantucket.com. As the island’s largest landowner, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation (NCF) has a lot to offer. They own, manage, and maintain many of the island’s

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Order takeout and make table reservations online:

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Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge You’ve come to Nantucket to relax, now you can visit the most remarkable Wildlife Refuge with the best beaches in the world!

Refuge & Beaches Open Daily 9am to sunset Over Sand Vehicle Permits Required Purchase seasonal permits online: www.thetrustees.org/permits Rental Jeep Day Passes available at the rental site. Day Passes also available for personal 4x4 vehicles.

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11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 12 to 2 PM - Plein Air Botanical Watercolor & Ink Class Create your own watercolor guided by artist Meredith Hanson - all levels welcome. Tickets $250. Part of the Dog & Cat Days of Summer: a NiSHA fundraiser for their shelter with live & Virtual events. Details at NiSHAnimals.org/events 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet over which a small walkway passes. This is one of the shorter hikes and is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Foggy Roots at Cisco Brewers Live music by Foggy Roots at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Godspell Live theatre presented at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. by Dreamland Stage Company & Theatre Workshop. Tickets: 508-228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 6 to 7:30 PM - Free Concert: “The Edge of Walking” A free livestream concert of Mendelssohn, Schubert, and Schumann and their 20th century counterparts by the Rossini Club. Performed in the Nantucket Dreamland Studio Theater. Rossini Club directors Nick Davies and Ivy Ringel will perform alongside longtime collaborator Wesley Ducote in this tribute to the artfully expressive Austro-German lyric tradistion. Link at therossiniclub.org 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 7:30 PM - A Grand Night for Singing this fresh take on the Rodgers & Hammerstein canon was conceived by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie. Live theater by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket in Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or at 508-228-4305. 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: The 40 Year Old Virgin Showing at Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Bri Guy Live DJ at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 MASSACHUSETTS TAX FREE “HOLIDAY” This “tax-free holiday” exempts shoppers from paying the 6.25% MA state sales tax on most retail items that cost less than $2500. 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 8 AM - ACK Clean Team Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. Meet at The Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St. or out-of-town at Low Beach Road (near sewer bed field - just before the Coast Guard Housing). Rain or shine. 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 9 AM to 2 PM - Sidewalk Art Show Artists Association of Nantucket hosts it’s second summer Sidewalk Art Show today continued on page 17

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at their Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive. More than 20 member artists will display, discuss, and sell their works. Rain date is Sunday, August 15. 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:30 to 10 AM - Meet the Animals The Science Museum is home to frogs, turtles, snakes, and insects that you can safely touch in this unique program. $15 (MMA members $10) Registration required at 508-228-9198 or MariaMitchell.org R 9:30 to 11 AM - Farmer’s Market Walk & Cooking Demonstration Join Chef Greg from the Nantucket Culinary Center to walk the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market, meet local purveyors, learn about island food systems, & shop for the best of the season. Following tour, Chef Greg will present a brief culinary demo at the Corner Classroom featuring the day’s haul. Tickets $15 at CornerTableNantucket.com. 10 AM - NanPuppets at Children’s Beach Grab a picnic lunch & head to Children’s Beach for a performance of Lizza Obremski’s Nanpuppets to delight all ages. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Free In-Person Talk by Authors Laurie David and Heather Reisman Laurie David and Heather Reisman, the documentary filmmakers behind Writing on the Wall, Fed Up, The Biggest Little Farm, The Social Dilemma, and the Academy Award-winning An Inconvenient Truth, are no strangers to exposing hard truths and helping audiences understand their part in bringing about change. Join Laurie & Heather for a discussion on how to make the necessary changes for a sustainable lifestyle. Presented by Nantucket Book Festival, the talk is free, but registration is required at nantucketbookfestival.org/events/imagine-it 10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Centre & Main Sts by brick bank 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10 AM to 6 PM - Native Remix Project Native Shoes will help you Reset, Restart, Remix with this special event at 40 Straight Wharf. Bring shoes you no longer wear (any brand) and give them to Native to recycle: you will receive a coupon for 10% off a new pair of Native shoes. 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Marlinspike: Make It - Take It, Advanced Seamanship Splicing Marlinspike is the art of working with rope. Splicing 2 lines, eye splicing, and end splicing will be taught by Tall Ship Lynx mariners. As your skills advance, materials will be available to create a dog leash. Register at museum@eganmaritime.org Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM - Godspell Live theatre presented at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. by Dreamland Stage Company & Theatre Workshop. Tickets: 508-228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11 AM to 12:30 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand + Wendy Rouillard Meet island author Elin Hilderbrand as she signs copies of her latest novel, Golden Girl, along with island author & artist Wendy Rouillard, who will sign copies of Barnaby Bear, at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 11 AM to 5 PM - Display by Artist Tom Meyer See the creative “outsider” visions of Thomas Meyer in a special show called VISIONARIES in The Gallery at Four India Street, upstairs at 4 India Street. Show continues through August 20. TheGalleryNantucket.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm continued on page 26

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on your smartphone and explore so much more of what the Conservation Foundation has to offer. This app will help you discover new NCF properties and also provide some points of interest on properties you may already know and love. If you’re more of the analog-type and prefer paper to screens, another way to explore “off the beaten path” is to check out Peter Brace’s book, Walking Nantucket, available locally at Mitchell’s Book Corner and Nantucket Bookworks. Peter’s book details many trails throughout the island, how to get there, and what you might see. From Coskata Pond to Little Neck, Pout Ponds, and Masquetuck, there is something for everyone. If you’re not sure where any of those places are, buy the book (or check it out from the library). A little bird told me he’s working on a follow-up, so be on the lookout for more great trails to discover in the future. If you feel like you already appreciate a lot of the walking areas and just want to get to the beach for the day, how about helping with a clean-up before you head out? Every Saturday morning, the Nantucket Clean Team led by Bill Connell meets at 8am for some good clean fun picking up trash around the island. Each week Bill chooses a location to meet, from that meeting point, volunteer participants fan out cleaning up natural areas, beaches, roadsides, and trails. The DPW will then pick up the bags, so there’s no need to fight the dump traffic on Madaket Road. You can go about the rest of your day knowing that you helped clean up our beautiful island and maybe meet a few other “clean freaks” along the way. Definitely a family-friendly activity. If you want to go on a real treasure hunt around Nantucket, you might want to check out the amazing world of geocaching. At its most basic, geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game. Participants navigate to a specific set of coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location. While it can be a good lesson in orienteering and navigation, today’s geocaching involves the GPS in your phone. There are caches for all levels of expertise, all levels of mobility, and levels of mental difficulty. Just go to Geocaching.com to get started. The basic level is free and that’s all you really need. continued on page 21

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NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES

EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket

Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path.

Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle. Dionis: 3 miles from town by bike on the north side of Eel Point Rd off Madaket Road. Look for the boulder marked “Dionis.” Sheltered by dunes, calm waters for swimming, safe for children; restrooms, & parking. Beachgoers can take NRTA shuttle bus to Eel Point Rd stop & walk. Steps: Between Dionis and Jetties beaches; access from Cliff Road. No lifeguard, no facilities, very little parking. Gentle surf; sandbar. Many steep steps must be descended to get to the beach. Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families. Lifeguards, changing rooms, playground, volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, public phones, restaurant and take-out food service. Concession and restrooms handicap accessible; boardwalk to the beach. Tennis. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak rentals. Shuttle service from town to Jetties Beach is available seasonally. Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point. Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship. Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area. Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer. Francis Street: Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for swimming; no lifeguard. Jungle gym, kayak rentals, bathroom.

Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset. Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.

SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES Cisco Beach: Four-mile bike ride to end of Hummock Pond Road. Heavy surf; lifeguard. No facilities. Parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities; no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf. Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Surf and rip currents can be dangerous. Parking. No facilities or food service. Families with very young children may prefer Miacomet Pond. South Shore Beach: at the end of South Shore Rd. Limited parking; difficult to access beach, 4WD is advisable. No lifeguard; no facilities. Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport. Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally. Fisherman’s Beach: Located between Surfside Beach and Nobadeer. No parking; Beach access via steep wooden steps. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities. Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities. Madequecham: Land Bank property at the end of Madequecham Valley Road; rough sand road. Parking. No facilities; no lifeguards. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf. Tom Nevers (“Pebble Beach“): Surf can be heavy; very coarse sand. No lifeguard; no facilities. Good for fishing. Strong rip currents; heavy surf. Access to the beach can be difficult.

WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES Madaket: As far west as you can go, six-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path, or take the shuttle bus. Heavy surf, lifeguard, restrooms. Famous for its incredible sunsets.

BAY & POND BEACHES Miacomet Pond: Fresh water pond on Nantucket. Good for young children. Parking; no lifeguard, no facilities. Snapping turtles may be encountered. Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities. Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities. Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong. Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry, beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals. Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup. Sesachacha Pond: off Polpis Road. Great for families; warm water; no facilities; no lifeguard. Parking. Near the Audubon Sesachacha Heathlands and Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Nantucket has some of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the world. Please respect Nantucket’s fragile environment and the beauty of our island. Clean up your litter, respect private property, and use only designated entry points. In areas where dune reclaimation is taking place, please do not cross the rope or fence barriers protecting the dunes.

BEACH SAFETY •Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow. •Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.

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Geocaching on Nantucket is a great way to learn the island even if you’re a seasoned old salt. There are people who make day trips to the island and try and find as many caches as they can before catching the last boat. Whether by bike or car they often see more of the island than people who spend much more time here. The 2017 article I wrote about geocaching goes into more detail about how to get started, what to look for, and detailed Nantucket specifics: you can read it at yesterdaysisland.com/hunt-real-treasure-geocaching If you’d rather go by sea (or pond) than by land, you can truly isolate yourself with a kayaking adventure. Solo in a kayak is a quiet endeavor that puts you at water level. Wildlife and bird watching are at their peak when you are part of nature. Paddling on Long Pond or Macy Ponds, I have seen more turtles just swimming next to me. Kayaking in the harbors can be a little more challenging, with the number of power boats right now (and our winds), but hiding out in the Creeks off of Washington Street or paddling about Polpis Harbor can be wonderful secret adventures. Kayak beach down on Washington Street lets you rent kayaks (and paddle boards) by the hour, partial day, full day, or week. They will even deliver to a location which works great for a group who want to paddle out together. I feel calmer just thinking about the sounds of the gently lapping water and birdsong and the feel cool off-shore breezes. We are so fortunate to have thousands of acres available for roaming. The important thing to remember is that this is a privilege. Respect the rules of each individual property owner/organization and property: keep dogs on leashes, pick up trash, clean up after your dog, no bikes where applicable, and even no dogs on some properties. Island resident Jerry Stiller used to say as his character on Seinfeld, “Serenity now!” Jerry himself used to go swimming in the early morning at Children’s Beach to start the day with a cool swim during the quiet hours. Hopefully we can follow Jerry’s lead and gain some serenity, remember why we love this island so much, and enjoy what we have! After all, August will only last a few more weeks.

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• Adult humpbacks whales can be 37-50 ft long and weigh 25-30 tons! • Each has a different pattern on its fluke that can be used to identify them. • Humpbacks are known for their singing and have the most complex songs of the animal kingdom. • A humpback can eat up to 3000 pounds of food a day by filtering sea water through baleen, which traps their prey. • Humpback Whales are usually dark grey and white, but you can color this one any way you like!

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Alliance Nantucket’s trained rescue team are allowed to approach, assess, and render aid to any stranded marine mammal on Nantucket and surrounding islands. During the winter months, that means monitoring grey seal pups born on the beach who sometimes wander into parking lots and roadways or in tracks on the way to Great Point. Last winter one little fellow was reported near the White Elephant Hotel, but was finally located in the shrubbery at Brant Point Properties. He was returned to the beach in a safer location in hopes he would find his mom. A few hours later, MMAN responded to the same little guy in the road at Washington Street. With the help of the Nantucket Police Department, who kept the traffic at bay, he was scooped up and monitored overnight. In the morning he was sent off via Hy-Line Cruises to the National Marine Life Center in Bourne, where he was fattened up, hydrated, taught to swim and fish, and released. Once the pups have grown up and head to the water, they get themselves into trouble with marine debris like monofilament, ropes, balloons, and even a toilet seat! From February till mid-June, the MMAN team is running from one end of the island to the other, responding to hotline calls and disentangling curious juveniles. On several occasions the team has relocated stranded dolphins, recently in Hither Creek with the aid of IFAW. If you see an injured, entangled or deceased marine mammal, please call the hotline

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identify almost all of them. His children and their respective others returned to whatever they talked about, with forgotten books on their knees and beers in their hands. They were, after all, his kids. Their children, though, had not noticed. On this day, a sandbar had formed and the waves were breaking fifty yards off shore, then they stumbled and bubbled onto the beach. Two boys, both predator thin and brown, were racing skimboards along the water. Out in the surf, the youngest had boogie boards to wrangle onto the waves while the older ones body surfed the waves in until they had to shake sand from their bikini tops. One little girl had a green bucket and a shovel; she was filling her pail with sand fleas. Anna had done that, with their girls, on the same beach, in the same water. She had given them all garden trowels and set them to digging until they caught ten fleas each. The bugs were the size of their thumbs, but much more wiggly and disgusting. Anna would hold them and show them to the girls in all their ickiness. The Oldest Member held that sizzling memory while it burned. She was gone. Anna had drifted off into a fog, one moment at a time until nothing was left but the wrenching in his heart and something brass on the mantel. For a while, he would forget, then the moment spun to her and his heart would get torqued into a familiar knot. Overall, he had been lucky. He had been in Europe when they died of the cold, of the stupid, of the wicked. And they were dead, sprayed over barbed wire, hung from light posts, crushed in tank ruts. And it hadn’t been him. Later, he had been lucky with the cancer, he

had been lucky with his heart, he had been lucky when pneumonia filled his lungs and stayed. He had lived through the beeping polar night of the hospital and through the long dark vigil in the mind. In the end, though, he had been unlucky. He had had to watch her go first. He closed his eyes. They were all gone. Brothers, cousins, parents, friends, clients, rivals, enemies, and Anna. Gone. He remained. With a refilled cup of fizzy wine, a half eaten cupcake, and his wife’s gardening hat. He was an absurd medical exhibit, kept alive by skill and chemistry, forgotten by everyone but his lawyers. He knew the other reason they were there. He was 98. The Oldest Member opened his eyes and they looked away. He drank more wine and watched the girls on the waves. They ducked under a breaking wave with a kick of their feet and she was there. Anna’s genetic soul breathed in all of these girls. They wore bikinis (which she never would) and their hair was too long (she kept it short), but they were her in the waves, her on the sand, her with the fleas. The dead lived. When he saw his children, he saw her as well. Older, heavier, and worn but Anna. The spirit burned deep inside the house. He knew why he was here. All his life, he had been a boat. Early on, he had powered through choppy seas and had been heaved and shoved by swells and tides. But now, his boat cruised through a smooth harbor and cast a long wake. The wake spread wide and moved fast and he could see it now, spread out behind him. The Oldest Member would see them all again next year. At a restaurant. With bathrooms.

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1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 2:30 PM - Beechwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A microcosm of the 6,700-acre Middle Moors, Nantucket Islands Land Bank’s Beechwood Farm property in Polpis shares many elements of the surrounding maritime or coastal heathlands habitat. At times, you’ll feel you are on Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah. Reservations: 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Gabby Patrice at Cisco Brewers Live music by Gabby Patrice at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5 PM - Live Music at the Crown Live Music with Sean Lee at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Godspell Live theatre presented at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. by Dreamland Stage Company & Theatre Workshop. Tickets: 508-228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 6 PM - An Evening with David Yarrow A Dreamland Conversation with legendary photographer David Yarrow, led by editor Rob Cocuzzo. Yarrow has built an unrivaled reputation for capturing the beauty of the planet’s remote landscapes, cultures and endangered animals. Program followed by a book signing with David Yarrow. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org 6:15 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket

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from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 7 PM - Mamma Mia! If you love ABBA, you’ll adore this live theater production by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket on the outdoor stage at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or 508-228-4305 8 PM - Boston Pops for Nantucket: “The Best of the Beach” Gather with family and friends for a free televised special on NCTV Channel 18, The Best of the Beach, in celebration of previous year’s Boston Pops on Nantucket concerts. The program will feature a compilation of favorite songs from the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra performing with Kenny Loggins in 2016, a selection from the Beatles tribute band RAIN from 2018, as well as performances from The Spinners who joined the orchestra at Jetties Beach in 2019. 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: Jaws Movie at The Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Mikey Live DJ at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

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& bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Centre & Main Sts by brick bank 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10 AM to 3 PM- Free Science by the Seashore Brought to you by Egan Maritime Institute and Northeast Maritime Institute. Have fun learning to stay safe around the sea. Held on the grounds of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum - enjoy fun ocean science and safety at sea activities. Meet the harbormaster and crew of their amphibious vessel, Sea Legs! 158 Polpis Road 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of

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Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 1:30 to 3 PM - Porch Concert Series: Local Notes The Nantucket Community Music Center and the Nantucket Atheneum are partnering to present a series of six concerts on the Weezie Library for Children porch. Bring a chair or a blanket and settle in for some live music by local musicians. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 1:30 to 3 PM - Porch Series Free Concerts - The Local Notes Bring a chair or a blanket and settle in for some live music by Local Notes, featuring island residents Jerry Mack, Natalie Mack, Hunter Gross, Aidan Sullivan, Gabe Zinser, & Ryan Whelden playing songs by the Beatles, Billy Joel, Toploader, and Hall & Oates. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Part 2 of this hike is a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.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 to 7:15 PM - Free Jazz Concert at Children’s Beach Bring a blanket or chair + a picnic dinner and head over to Children’s Beach for a performance of Jazz on the Rocks. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 continued on page 28

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7 PM - Mamma Mia! If you love ABBA, you’ll adore this live theater production by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket on the outdoor stage at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or 508-228-4305 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: Mamma Mia! Movie at The Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org

MONDAY, AUGUST 16 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. $20, Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 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 at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org Registration Required. 9 AM to 5 PM - Wishes from... A Global Art Installation Be apart of a global art installation! Stop by the Weezie porch this week and pick up a piece of cloth & instructions. Completed flags can be returned to the Weezie Libraty. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:30 to 10:30 AM - Storytime with the Mitchells for Ages 3-5 Join the curator of the Mitchell House to read a story about Maria or the time in which she lived, take a brief look back in time at the Mitchell House, and create a craft related to Maria Mitchell. A great introduction to museums and history for your young ones. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. $10 (members: $5). Registration required at 508-228-2896 or MariaMitchell.org 9:30 AM to 5 PM - STEM Grab & Go Bag: Skewer Structures for Ages 7+ Building with toothpicks is a classic kid’s engineering project, today we are scaling it up by building Skewer Structures using bamboo skewers. Keep it simple with this project that only requires 2 ingredients! Supplies and instructions included. While supplies last. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will

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call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Annual Summer Sale Begins! There’s so much on sale at this annual super Summer Sale at Murray’s Toggery Shop, 62 Main Street. 10 to 11 AM - Nature Story Hour for Age 3+ with Maria Mitchell Association During each session, an MMA educator will read a nature or science related book, introduce you to one of the MMA’s animal friends, & make a craft or play games related to the story. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required: $35 (members: $15). 508-228-9198 or MariaMitchell.org 10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10 AM to 1 PM - Historic Ceramic Transferware with Mary Emery Lacoursiere Choose from a selection mugs, platters, and bowls to make a pair of unique custom ceramics. Reserve your place in this Decorative Arts Class at NHA.org 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM - Breeches Buoy Demonstrations at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum When a ship was wrecked within a few hundred yards of the shoreline, the heroes from the life saving stations would use a small cannon to fire ropes and the Breeches Buoy out to distressed ships. Once the line was attached to the ship’s mast, the crew could ride the Breeches Buoy safely to shore, like a modern day zip line. See outdoor demo. 2nd demo at 2:30 pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11 AM to 5 PM - Display by Artist Tom Meyer See the creative “outsider” visions of Thomas Meyer in a special show called VISIONARIES in The Gallery at Four India Street, upstairs at 4 India Street. Show continues through August 20. TheGalleryNantucket.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 11:30 AM to 12 PM - NanPuppets at Cisco Brewery Join Lizza Obremski for fun and stories with her amazing animal friends. Free admission. Appropriate for ages 2-7. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 508-3255929 CiscoBrewers.com 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm continued on page 44

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Altar Rock (via Polpis) 6 miles Quidnet 7.5 miles Surfside 3.5 miles

Madaket 6.75 miles Siasconset (via Polpis) 10.5 miles Wauwinet 9 miles

Monomoy 2 miles Smith Point 7 miles

Crosswinds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . at the Airport The Faregrounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Fairgrounds Rd. Nantucket Bake Shop . . . . . . . . . . . 17 1/2 Old South Rd. Nantucket Cottage Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Prospect St. Nantucket Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hanabea Ln. Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum. . 158 Polpis Rd. Souza's Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Trotter’s Lane The UPS Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Old South Rd. Theatre Workshop . . . . . . . performing at Bartlett’s Farm

Eel Point 6 miles Sankaty Lighthouse 9.5 miles Tom Nevers Head 6.5 miles

Approximate distances, in miles to various locations of Nantucket Island from Main Street and Orange Street (Pacific National Bank)

41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 11,000

2021 PHOTO CONTEST . . . . . . . . . . . . All over the island ACK Eats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . delivery island-wide Arrowhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Wampanoag Way Artists Association Visual Arts . . . . . . . . . . 24 Amelia Dr. Bartlett's Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Bistro at Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Nobadeer Farm Rd. Call Nantucket . . . . . . . . (phone App) All over the island Cisco Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. . . . . . . . . Wauwinet Rd.

Airport 3.5 miles Quaise 3.5 miles Squam 8.5 miles

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Island Fun & Shopping As of August 5, the Town of Nantucket has reinstated mask requirements. In addition, private businesses are also issuing rules to deal with the surge in COVID-19 cases here: some now require proof of vaccination or a recent COVID-19 test with negative results for entry. Please take note of and follow all posted restrictions as you visit island establishments.

Subject to change without notice WITH THE UNCERTAINTY OF IMPACTS FROM COVID-19, THE 2021 SCHEDULES REPRESENT THE DESIRED LEVEL OF SERVICE THAT WE TYPICALLY PROVIDE TO THE COMMUNITY BUT MAY NOT REFLECT THE EXACT SERVICES OFFERED. PUBLISHED SERVICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE; HOWEVER, UPDATES ARE PROVIDED AT WWW.NRTAWAVE.COM, ON ALL BUSES AND AT THE GREENHOUND BUILDING. PLEASE BE ASSURED, THE NRTA IS TAKING ALL THE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO KEEP OUR PASSENGERS AND EMPLOYEES SAFE. FREQUENT DAILY CLEANING AND SANITIZING CONTINUES TO BE OUR PRIORITY.

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YEAR ROUND SERVICE

508-422-7466

Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket see website for hikes & times Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

Shearwater Excursions 508-228-7037 We specialize in boat tours for all ages Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure

MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$2 1/1- 5/16 every 30 mins. 7am to 9pm, 5/17-6/20 and 9/7-10/11 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30pm; 6/21-9/6 every 15 mins. 7am to midnight

MIACOMET LOOP.....$2 1/1- 5/16 every 30 mins. 7am to 9pm, 5/17-6/20 and 9/7-10/11 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30 pm; 6/21-9/6 every 20 mins. 7am to midnight

SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$3 1/1-5/16, 5/17-6/20 and 9/7-10/11 7:15am to 11:15pm every 60 minutes; 6/21-9/6 7:15am to midnight every 60 minutes.

SEASONAL SERVICE MADAKET ROUTE.....$3, 5/28-6/20 & 9/7-9/12, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins; 6/21-9/6 every 30 mins. AIRPORT ROUTE.....$3, 5/28-9/6 10am-10pm every 30 mins., also servicing the Park & Ride Lot at 2 Fairgrounds Road, 7am-10pm.

SCONSET VIA MILESTONE RD.....$3, 6/14-9/6 7:15am-7:15pm, every 60 mins. SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$3, 6/21-9/6 10am-6pm, 80 mins. SURFSIDE BEACH.....$3, 6/21-9/6 10am-6pm, every 40 mins. JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$2, 6/21-9/6 10am-6pm, every 30 mins.

We are a family run business and were voted 2021 Best Sea Adventures of Cape Cod and the Islands and Best EcoTour from Yankee Magazine. We offer Oyster Farm Tours, Cocktail Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Sunset Cruises, and more. Private chartering options are available on all our boats. Visit our website for details. shearwaterexcursions.com

The Muse-44 Surfside Rd • NHS-10 Surfside Rd • Faregrounds (7a-5p)-27 Fairgrounds Rd Nantucket Middle School 6/28-8/26, Anna Drive Stop • 2 Fairgrounds Rd

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Half fares: 65+, individuals with disabilities, veterans & active military personnel. Children 6 and under ride free. Change is given in the form of a voucher for future rides only, drivers do not make change. 1,3, & 7-day passes may be purchased aboard all buses, long term passes are available at the NRTA office. Passes provide unlimited rides for the duration of the pass.

Blue Beetle

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227 Open daily at 12 Main Street

Located at 12 Main Street, BLUE BEETLE reflects the playfulness and elegance of island living. We strive to provide a collection of carefully curated clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories that portray the summer lifestyle on Nantucket. The boutique is filled with modern, chic, and contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. We proudly sell Joules, Jude Connally, Captiva Cashmere, Lilla P and MZ Wallace. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Commonwealth Open Daily. Visit us in the store & online! Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

Apparel, Jewelry, Hats, Handbags, Scarves, Shoes

508-680-1716 Open daily at 9 Centre Street

New boutique this season is bringing an eclectic, unique array of merchandise for women of all ages, sizes, and styles. Discover beautiful dresses, extraordinary wearable art from designers, linen ensembles, cover-ups from Hawaii, “not-so-ordinary” embellished denim, travel friendly SPF 50+ beachwear, exquisite handmade beaded jewelry. New merchandise daily, always something new! Locations in Islamorada and Ocean Reef in The Florida Keys! Come see us there, too! www.ZeroDressCode.com

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Downtown Bus Stops: Madaket and Jetties – Broad Street (in front of the Whaling Museum); Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Rd and Milestone Road – Washington Street, Greenhound Site; Airport, Surfside and Sconset via Polpis Road – Washington Street. Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes-look for grey posts with blue stripes. All buses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible. For complementary paratransit service and TDD call (508) 325-7516. Bus Information (508) 325-7516, 508-325-9571. Riders Guides are available at NRTA Office 20R South Water St, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main St., the Greenhound Building at the downtown bus stop on Washington Street, on all buses and at downtown stops. Information and amenities are available at the Greenhound Building on Washington Street open daily. Hours are subject to change. Covid-19 may impact the opening of the building.

For more information visit nrtawave.com, or email nrta@nantucket-ma.gov

High Speed Ferry

508.680.1399 12 Oak Street

COMMONWEALTH is a unique resale boutique where we believe even clothes deserve a second chance. This eclectic little shop on Oak Street specializes in curating quality gently used pieces from your favorite designers. Come in to find preloved gems or bring in your gently used items to turn your closet into cash! Commonwealthnantucket.com

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Island Fun & Shopping Island Cashmere Open Daily Cashmere, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

In addition to the most beautiful cashmere sweaters and accessories made from the finest Scottish yarns, ISLAND CASHMERE offers an extensive collection of French Sole shoes, Peace of Cloth pants, Fabrizio Gianni Jeans, “Pure Linen” shirts, and our unique “Hampton” leather bags imported directly from Italy.

Joy West Collection Open Daily Designer Inspired Jewelry & Fashions

508-325-4400 14 S. Water Street

Joy West Collection located at 14 S. Waters Street offers a stunning and youthful collection of original and reproduction jewelry and clothing. Our Italian Linen and Baroque pearls are a must see for any events happening here on the island. Our new Greece & St. Bart’s Collection offer up soft macrame knits and a light and beautiful feel for walks on the beach or moonlit boat ride. Joy has searched the world over for the finest craftsmanship and most beautiful fabrics in order to make her store a one-of-a-kind place to shop. Swing by and say hi and see why everyone is saying, Joy West is their “favorite” store in Nantucket! We are kitty corner from The Dreamland Theatre! www.joyjewelry.com

The Love Shack by Lola Open daily on the Wharf & 24/7 online Love Shack apparel, hats, and home goods

10 Old South Wharf

August 12-18, 2021

As of August 5, the Town of Nantucket has reinstated mask requirements. In addition, private businesses are also issuing rules to deal with the surge in COVID-19 cases here: some now require proof of vaccination or a recent COVID-19 test with negative results for entry. Please take note of and follow all posted restrictions as you visit island establishments.

focused selection of the season’s must-haves in ready-to-wear and accessories, in addition, experience our fresh take on tableware, home accents, and modern apothecary treasures for Serenella Casa. Experience the international exploration with collections from Bulgari, Cabana Capri Gstaad, Collectiva Concepión, Eli Halili, Emporio Le Sirenuse, Juan de Dios x Moye, La Double J, Massimo Alba, Santa Maria Novella, Sensi Studio, and more. serenellausa.com

Serenella Nantucket Open daily 10AM to 6PM Ready-to-Wear & Accessories

508-228-3400 9B South Beach Street

Consistently voted Best of Boston and heralded by Elle Magazine as one of the top 50 boutiques in the world, SERENELLA has been on a mission to offer the best of ready-to-wear and accessories from A-list designers including Barrie, Bottega Veneta, Giambattista Valli, Giorgio Armani, Marlo Laz, Marni, Missoni, Patou, Thom Browne, Victoria Beckham, Wales Bonner, and more. serenellausa.com

Artists & Galleries Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0294

SIDEWALK ART SHOW August 14 at Visual Arts Center, Amelia Dr. LONG HOT SUMMER Gallery Show thru Aug. 16 Gallery & Online Exhibits Light of Day online show thru August 21 19 Washington St.

THE LOVE SHACK is located right in the heart of Nantucket’s boat basin and it is home to our entire collection of LOLA jewelry. Here you can see, touch and layer all of our pendants, chains, and bracelets that LOLA offers. It is also our inspiration for our Love Shack apparel and home goods which include t-shirts, candles, hats, glassware – everything you need that is perfect for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. Stay in touch at nantucketarts.org for our schedule of downtown Gallery Exhibits as well as classes and workshops at our Visual Arts Center (VAC) at 24 Amelia Drive. Visit our online gallery at sales.nantucketarts.org to view regularly changing exhibitions of fresh, original artwork from our iconic Nantucket artists. nantucketarts.org

Made on Nantucket

G. S. Hill Gallery

Open Daily from 11 am A unique collection of apparel, gifts, jewelry, & art

508-228-0110 20 Old South Wharf

Karin Sheppard’s gorgeous handwoven shawls, scarves, and more are back on Old South Wharf at MADE ON NANTUCKET. In addition to apparel and more by Island Weaves, this island shop also offers a unique selection of CAJ Designs for adults and children by Kathleen A. Duncombe. These hand-decorated repurposed denim shorts, jeans, jean skirts, and jackets are unique and stunning. This shop also has cozy multi-colored and textured Neck Candy Scarves — all made on Nantucket by Kathleen A. Duncombe. madeonnantucket.net

Murray’s Toggery Shop Open Daily Classic & Up-to-Date Clothing for Men, Women, & Children

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, home of the original Nantucket Reds collections. Nantucket Reds are made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For decades these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. Their Nantucket Reds collection features items made exclusively in the USA. Stop by and see their expansive ladies department and experience multilevel recreational shopping. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. MURRAY’S is here for all of your retail needs! Nantucketreds.com

Sara Campbell Seaside Essentials: beachwear, accessories, jewelry Celebrating Made in the USA every day!

508-680-1626 5 South Beach St.

All year long SARA CAMPBELL offers color and detail to a woman’s wardrobe with her beautiful silhouettes of dresses and sportswear, but when summer arrives – it’s time to play! Fun beachwear, accessories, jewelry, and other seaside essentials are available in her chic shop. Our apparel is proudly made in the USA! Visit SARA CAMPBELL at 5 South Beach to find the perfect look … see you soon! shop.saracampbell.com

Seconds Shop Mon-Fri from 10 to 6 and Sat & Sun from 11 to 5 Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

508-228-6677 32 Sparks Avenue

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, open at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and the new Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, and more. There’s an everchanging variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily. And your shopping is helping a worthy island cause: proceeds benefit Fairwinds — Nantucket’s Counseling Center. Bring in the display ad in this publication for $5 off your purchase of $25 or more. FairwindsCenter.org/shop

Serenella 44 Open daily 10AM to 6PM Casa, Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Apothecary

508-690-3400 44 Centre Street

SERENELLA 44 is the exciting new retail concept by Leslee Shupe that blends the best of international high fashion and artisanal design. Leslee has scanned the globe and curated a

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

Open daily Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily online. For over three decades, Greg’s original oil and watercolor paintings have captured the image and spirit of Nantucket. The gallery also offers exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. gshill.com

Gallery at Four India Special show with Tom Meyer through August 20 A fine selection of art & art glass.

508-228-8509 upstairs at 4 India Street

THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is an exhibition gallery that offers the collector an tranquil space to browse through fine collections of art. The Gallery also represents some of the finest contemporary artists known for their traditional realism. Don’t miss their stunning display of art glass by internationally known artists, including Robert Dane and his wine, water, and rock glasses and his vase collection for special gifts. THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is featuring a new show called VISIONARIES, featuring Tom Meyer with guest artist Richard Hagerty. Don’t miss this double-feature at GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA on display through August 20! thegallerynantucket.com

Ireland Galleries

508-228-1907 Open Daily & at the Saturday Market downtown 13 Old South Wharf Jewelry, handbags, beachwear, & Lorene Ireland’s gorgeous sculpture & art

Shop the window on Old South Wharf. If you’re a lover of the arts, even if you’re not an artist yourself, then this is the place for you too! There’s always something new at IRELAND GALLERIES... paintings, sculpture, and Lorene Ireland’s world-famous mosaics and shell designs. Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art!

Made on Nantucket Open Daily from 11 am Handcrafted Gifts exclusively at Made on Nantucket

508-228-0110 20 Old South Wharf

Don’t miss MADE ON NANTUCKET’s collection of pre-owned Nantucket art. We also have paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Andrew Jackson, Sam Lyon, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson, Kathleen Duncombe, Buzz Williams, and Marion W. Pearson. You’ll love the unique cellography and seaglass jewelry by Michelle Jhingoor. We have a stunning collection of original silk screens and framed mini-offset litho prints by Donn Russell. Jewelry Kathleen A. Duncombe and other designers. Back again this season is work by Anne S. Terry. We also have Island Weaves beautiful handwoven shawls, scarves, rugs, and more by Karin Sheppard. See our largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American Indian jewelry (dead pawn). madeonnantucket.net

Susan Lister Locke Gallery Art and Inspired, Creative Jewelry Show featuring Upsculptor Cindy Pease Roe through August 17.

508-228-2132 Open Daily. 28A Easy Street

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with metal, incorporating designs with colorful & rare gemstones. Her Nantucket Sign Collection™ features a series of iconic Town signs with 34 favorite Nantucket areas, beaches and businesses that are fashioned as charms, cufflinks, & belt buckles. The Nantucket Sign Collection™ also includes her hand-engraved quarterboard bracelets in silver & gold as well as her Nantucket in Diamonds™ map of the island. Visit her gallery at 28A Easy Street & follow her on Instagram @susanlisterlocke susanlisterlocke.com

Banking

Cape Cod 5

888-225-4636 Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street

Open Monday-Saturday Banking windows are open

We at CAPE COD FIVE are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our dedication to serving our neighbors and local businesses and earning our customers’ trust every day has remained the same since our founding in 1855. We focus on continuously evolving to be our customers’ trusted financial partner in a rapidly changing world, offering digital tools, accessibility and sound guidance and insight to help our customers navigate their unique journeys. capecodfive.com

Bath & Body - Skin & Body Care

The Verdant Maiden

508.901.5781 2 Union Street, 2nd Floor

Open Tues-Sat. from 11 am to 5 pm Personal Care & Wellness - Organic Skin & Body Care

THE VERDANT MAIDEN is focused on providing a more holistic and sustainable option for the personal care products we use every day. Shop a curated selection of goods ranging from whole-body skin and hair care products to nourishing wellness teas and tinctures. Follow @theverdantmaiden on social media #2UNIONNANTUCKET theverdantmaiden.com

Beach & Pool Toys & Accessories

Nantucket Pool & Spa

508-228-2235 Open Daily 1 Hanabea Lane, off Old South Rd Sand & Pool Toys, Exercise Equipment, Floats, & More

Swim on over to NANTUCKET POOL & SPA CENTER at 1 Hanabea Lane off of Old South Road to see our new sand and pool toys. We also have diving games, sandcastle kits, life vests, exercise equipment, floats, and more! We have your favorite brands and amazing deals on our Clearance Rack. facebook.com/nantucketpools

Beach Fun

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

508-228-5646

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches! Call ahead to check conditions. Open Daily 9am to sunset — Permits Required

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

You’ve come to Nantucket to relax — now visit the best beaches on the island at the CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge. The greater coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest and savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. Over-sand vehicle permits are required: you can purchase them online at www.thetrustees.org/permits Rental jeep day passes available at the rental site & day passes available for personal 4x4 vehicles. thetrustees.org/ccwr

Cook’s Cycle

Bike Rentals

Open Daily Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

508-228-0800 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

Nantucket’s bike shop for all of your vacation needs.... here at Cook’s Cycles Nantucket we have all of the latest bikes and accessories for your beach runs, brewery tours, and beyond. Our selection of new bikes in a convenient downtown Nantucket location (just a 2-minute walk from Steamboat Wharf) is great for a day of cycling. Nantucket is known for its many bike paths and trails. Whether you want to ride to Jetties Beach for a swim or take in the sights of the Sconset Loop, Cooks Cycles has the bikes for you and your family. Moped & Jeep rentals, too! cookscyclesnantucket.com

Easy Riders Bicycles open daily Bike Rentals, Sales, Service - NEW: Electric Bikes

508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road

EASY RIDERS BICYCLE RENTALS offers rentals, sales, and service, plus island-wide free delivery on all rentals and usually within an hour or so. With advanced on-line reservations, it’s the easiest way to experience Nantucket! Offering low prices and discounts on multi-day, weekly, monthly, and group rentals of top quality, new GT and Mongoose bicycles, as well as retrostyle Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. NEW FOR 2021: ELECTRIC BIKES. EASY RIDERS has a safe & convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road. easyridersbikerentals.com

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508-228-1999; 800-770-3088 Steamboat Wharf

Open daily 8 am to 6 pm Bike, scooter, & 4 x 4 rentals

NANTUCKET BIKE SHOP, at their convenient location on Steamboat Wharf, offers quality bike and scooter rentals for the entire family. We offer for rent SPECIALIZED, GIANT, and KYMCO hybrid and mountain bikes as well as Specialized Fat Boy bikes, Specialized Electric Bikes, and KidZTandems. Stop by, pick up a map, and rent from a wide selection of new equipment that will take you to your destination and back. We are open seven days a week from 8 am to 6 pm and accept all major credit cards. nantucketbikeshop.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

Open daily in season “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop” started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket. Their fleet of CANNONDALE and TREK bikes are well maintained, so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications

CALL NANTUCKET

FREE DOWNLOAD - Nantucket’s searchable phone book app The island’s “Little Black Book”

508-228-9165 ext. 110 CallNantucket.com

CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable app version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s phone book. Know who you’re looking for? Search our White Pages for the number. Not sure who to call? Browse our Yellow Pages to choose the best company for your needs! Our CALL NANTUCKET app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CallNantucket@gmail.com

Yesterday’s Island

508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

Nantucket’s oldest & largest guide In print, online, on your cell phone

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For more than 50 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND/TODAY’S NANTUCKET has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram @nantucketinsider, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net Yesterdaysisland.com

Bookstores

Mitchell’s Book Corner

Open Daily: Support Your Local Book Store! See the calendar for our upcoming book signings

508-228-1080 54 Main Street

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for more than 50 years. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for any book in print, preorders, signed copies, e-books, audio books, gift cards, staff picks, and more. If the book is “on our shelves now” we can offer next business day island home delivery for a small fee. If the book is not on-hand we can either ship it to you or order into the store and then deliver it to your home. We are also happy to ship books to anywhere in the US. Order online anytime or call to inquire about curbside pickup of books and items on our shelves now. MITCHELL’S is open daily. mitchellsbookcorner.com

Nantucket Bookworks Open Daily: Support Your Local Book Store! Books, chocolates, & unique gifts

508-228-4000 25 Broad Street

NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is our quirky little shop chock full of books, gifts, and goodies. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for books and nantucketbooksworks.com for the very best of Bookworks ONLINE. We have Nantucket gifts, puzzles, games, toys, art supplies, party accessories, stuffed animals, greeting cards, kids items, and so much more. If the items are in stock we can offer next business day island home delivery for a small fee. We also are happy to ship anywhere in the US. For books, shop nantucketbookpartners.com. Order online anytime or call 6 for curbside pickup 7 days a week of books and items on our shelves now. BOOKWORKS is open daily. nantucketbookworks.com

NRTA See display ad for times and routes Year-Round Bus Routes

Buses 508-228-7025 Face coverings are required on all routes

RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com. Service is provided year-round on select routes and thru mid-October on seasonal routes. See our schedule on nrtawave.com for complete information Fares are $2 or $3 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is

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recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available. Routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. See nrtawave.com for current details. nrtawave.com

children, shoppers can find overalls, shorts, jumpers, hats, baby blankets, onesies, sweaters, and more. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted and offers functional yet stylish clothing and accessories for infants and children. Nantucketreds.com

Cannabis Accessories

Cigars

Gray Lady Smoke Shop See AckGrayLady.com for hours Fine Cigars, Glass, & Accessories.

508-901-9399 Upstairs at 2 Union Street

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

508-901-9399 Upstairs at 2 Union Street

See AckGrayLady.com for hours Fine Cigars, Glass, & Accessories.

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for the largest selection of fine cigars and handmade accessories, featuring handmade glass from the Sandwich Glass Museum. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your beach day or walk around town, recommendations or unique gifts, or a cigar bar to make your island celebration a little more special, we are here to meet your needs. Call or come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street, just a cobblestone’s throw from Main Street, behind Ralph Lauren. AckGrayLady.com

AckGrayLady.com Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars and quality glass. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street (just steps off Main Street, around the corner from Ralph Lauren). Call to arrange a Cigar Bar for your reception, celebration, wedding, or island event.

Car Rentals

Classes & Workshops

Affordable Rentals Open daily Cars, jeeps, mopeds

508-228-3501 6 South Beach Street

AFFORDABLE RENTALS can help make your visit on Nantucket more complete. With their cars, 4x4s, vans, and mopeds, you will have access to all parts of the island: Great Point, Wauwinet, Coatue, Squam, ‘Sconset, Madaket, and more. Explore to your heart’s content in a vehicle from AFFORDABLE RENTALS, open daily at 6 South Beach Street. Call ahead for reservations. All major credit cards accepted. affrentals.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop Open daily in season “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

youngsbicycleshop.com Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop” started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket AND YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available.

Charters - Sailing & Boating

Endeavor Sailing Excursions Private Charters. Per Person Fares Pleasure sailing

508-228-5585 Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,” Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and at sunset. They offer private charters, sailing celebrations. Gift certificates are available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com

Nantucket Blue Moon Charters Sunset, Morning, Afternoon, Custom Half & Full Day Sails Nantucket Luxury Sailing Charters

508-241-7245 Book your sail online

Sail Nantucket Harbor and Sound aboard our 70-foot luxury sailing yacht. Toast the sunset in our private cockpit and see Nantucket’s historic waterfront. From our spacious and sturdy deck you will feel the wind in her sails, pass Brant Point Light, sea, and wildlife, and “all the sights and sounds come alive...” Come aboard! Captain Kent and First Mate Jacqueline welcome you to a truly “Once in a Blue Moon” experience. nantucketbluemooncharters.com

Shearwater Excursions

508-228-7037 Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Sunset Cruise, & more

Children’s Clothing & Accessories

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Open Daily Classic & Up-to-Date Clothing for Kids of All Ages

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Artists Association of Nantucket Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Classes & Workshops for all ages

508-228-0722 Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Amelia Drive hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, printmaking, textile art and mixed media. Our instructors are resident artists, AAN artist members and a variety of visiting artists who work in a range of mediums and bring a wealth of talent and experience to the program. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from the novice to advanced and for all ages. nantucketarts.org

Concerts

Nantucket Musical Arts Society

508-228-1287

Soprano Raven McMillon in Concert August 17 Free Meet the Artists: Monday, Aug 16 at 5 pm Featuring Acclaimed Musicians

Box 897, Nantucket, MA 02554

nantucketmusicalartssociety.org The NANTUCKET MUSICAL ARTS SOCIETY continues to present its marvelous series of performances in its 61st consecutive season. Now’s the time to buy your season pass! All concerts will be in the First Congregational Church at 62 Centre Street, on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm). Series and individual tickets to concerts are available at the door, at The Antiques Depot at 2 S. Beach Street, or NMC at 56 Centre Street. Monday night “Meet the Artists” are free, informal gatherings at 5 pm in St. Paul’s Church at 20 Fair Street. Come and listen to the artists talk about their lives and the program to be performed.

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Confections 508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Free sample available: just ask! Open for curbside

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for almost 30 years on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you have a free sample, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. auntleahs.com

Consignment & Thrift

Island Treasures

Mon-Fri 10am-4pm & Sat. 10am-2pm New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more

508-228-0789 17B North Beach Street

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? ISLAND TREASURES, at 17B North Beach Street (a short walk from town toward Jetties Beach), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of new and gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, beach toys, kids toys, and so much more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find.

Contests

NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2021 See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net

508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

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Winners of previous contests are online at The Insider’s Guide to Nantucket: nantucket.net. The 2021 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2021. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. You can even mail in your prints of Nantucket Island. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners. nantucket.net/photos/contests.php

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

508-325-8884 61 Old South Road

Open Monday - Saturday Locally owned and operated

Nantucket’s UPS STORE is in spacious quarters at 61 Old South Road and offers a variety of products and services to make your life easier: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plenty off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Counseling

Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

508-228-2689 Phone is answered 24/7 20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village Donate to Fairwinds & have your portrait taken by a pro! FOR EMERGENCIES, CALL 877-784-6273 or 911

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Furniture

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. arrowheadfurniture.com

ACK 4170

Gifts

774-325-5105 Gift Giving Made Easy! Open daily Open Daily at our location: 18 Federal Street Unique, salty-good gifts & products by small makers & artists

ACK 4170™ gift boutique features small makers and artists who create high-quality gifts, apparel, candles, home decor, artwork (paintings & photography), cards & stationery and Nantucket basket jewelry. Sail with us on Instagram at: ack4170 and Facebook: ACK 4170. Voted “Gold” Best Nantucket Gift Shop (2019) & “Silver” Best Store for Home (2020) by Cape Cod Life magazine readers. Visit our online store at ACK4170.com

Hill’s of Nantucket Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

508-228-1353 Open daily at 40 Straight Wharf

FAIRWINDS — NANTUCKET’S COUNSELING CENTER provides confidential, quality professional care to adults and youth who seek mental health and addiction services. All are welcome, regardless of ability to pay. Call to schedule a remote appointment for outpatient therapy, substance misuse counseling, peer recovery coaching, therapeutic mentoring, medication management, and more. We serve more than 1,000 Nantucket individuals and families to help meet their goals and improve their quality of life. YOU ARE NOT ALONE: FAIRWINDS is always here for you. Donate to FAIRWINDS and have your portrait taken on Nantucket by a professional portrait photographer with 30 years of experience! Visit fairwindscenter.org and click on the camera icon to sign up for a portrait! fairwindscenter.org

Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker. G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband-and-wife team. Nantucket theme prints, note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a unique gift gallery from HILL’S. gshill.com

Family Fun

This creative store on Old South Wharf is dedicated to unique jewelry and accessories. NANTUCKET CHIC is a collaboration between Lorene and her daughter Natalie, an interior designer in New York City. This talented duo has stocked the store with bright and colorful purses and clutches, an extensive collection of jewelry, and unique clothes, scarves, and beach cover-ups.

Family Activities @ Children’s Beach

508-228-0925 at Children’s Beach

Activities & Fun at Children’s Beach thru mid-August Fun & games for children and families

Children’s Beach, located at the end of Harbor View Way, is the perfect park for families and children. Through mid-August, the Town of Nantucket’s Culture & Tourism department sponsors fun for everyone. Yoga Monday-Saturday, puppet shows, and live music! See our display ad and visit our website for details. nantucket-ma.gov/childrensbeach

Herbert T.

Fishing Charters

Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Call for Reservations Trolling “Catch those Blues and Bass!”

Day: 508-228-6655 Slip 14, Straight Wharf

It’s A Shore Thing

508-680-1901 Open daily at 30B Main Street

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of gifts including lotion, soaps, jewelry, pottery, antiques, housewares, tote bags, art, and home decor. You can find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! In our new location on Main Street.

508-228-1894, ext. 138 OpenMon-Sat 10am to 5pm in the Whaling Museum, 11 Broad Street NHA exclusives, gifts, apparel, books, home decor

The Nantucket Historical Association has been a steward of Nantucket’s cultural history since 1894. Don’t miss the MUSEUM SHOP at the Whaling Museum, where you will find unique gifts, books, prints, maps, and objects of art inspired by Nantucket history. Many items are exclusive to the MUSEUM SHOP, and NHA members get special discounts. 100% of all purchases support the Nantucket Historical Association and its mission to tell the inspiring stories of Nantucket through its collections, programs, and properties. nantucketmuseumshop.org

Health Care

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

Fitness

August 5 to 16, from 8-9 am Monday-Friday Strength Training, Team Exercises, and More

508-228-1907 Open Daily 12 Old South Wharf See the internationally acclaimed mosaic & shell art of Lorene Ireland

Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

Make sure you don’t miss the fishing while you’re here on Nantucket! The HERBERT T sport fishing boat will take you to where the blues are biting. Captain Fred Tonkin is an experienced fisherman and will provide you with all the equipment for up to six people to fish at one time. He takes four 2-1/2-hour trips a day: 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm and 4 pm, and the fishing starts just 15 minutes from the dock. The HERBERT T is fully licensed and insured and is fully equipped electronically. While you’re on Nantucket, do as the islanders do - catch some blues! $125 per person. Private charters are also available for $550 - up to 6 persons. fishnantucket.net

Nantucket Beach Fitness Camp

Ireland Galleries - Nantucket Chic

203-550-6767 register at Jetties Beach

For more than 20 years, fitness & lifestyle expert Tom Holland has led his original NANTUCKET BEACH FITNESS CAMP on the sands of the picturesque island of Nantucket. Held in early August, campers are led through a unique fitness program in the early morning Jetties Beach sunrise. Not a “boot camp,” [how hard is it to yell at people?] Tom prefers to call it an “Adult Gym Class,” providing a fun yet challenging workout tailored to each person’s personal fitness level—all levels welcome! Cardiovascular drills, strength training, abdominal work, flexibility, agility, and coordination games, & more make the training fun and effective. Tom also teaches while he trains, giving fitness, nutrition, and motivation tips throughout each workout. From the beginner exerciser to advanced athlete, Tom challenges each person to push his or her own personal limits. Camp size limited - register early to reserve your spot! teamholland.com

24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000

508-825-8100 57 Prospect St

NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24-hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more. Nantuckethospital.org

ACK 4170TM

Home Decor

774-325-5105 Open daily Open Daily at our location: 18 Federal Street Unique, salty-good gifts & products by small makers & artists

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508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K. Diamond’s restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com arrowheadfurniture.com

Icarus & Co

19 Old South Wharf Jewelry and Home Decor

Open 10am to 6pm every day except Tuesday

Take home your own piece of Nantucket with our exclusive collection of Nantucket beach stone jewelry. We transform local beach stones into stunning pieces of wearable art. You’ll also find other incredible handmade jewelry, unique ceramics, and local artwork. Follow us on Instagram for exclusive behind the scenes content @icarusandco and @nantucketbeachstones. Visit us on the Wharf 10am–6pm. Closed on Tuesdays. icarusandco.com

Petty Folk Art & Carving Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554 serving the Cape & Islands for 16 years

Folk artist Jean Petty and her brother David Perry specialize in custom handcarved quarterboards, business signs, & house numbers. They are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100s of quarterboards that adorn the homes on Nantucket. They offer restoration of quarterboards, signs, and ship models. Restored the carving “Going on a Whale” at the Nantucket Whaling Museum in 2015. Visit them at www.pettyfolkartandcarving.com, see their show schedule and take a virtual tour: https://youtu.be/c95SYBE5RVg of some of their artwork available. Call or email all inquiries to jean@pettyfolkartandcarving.com pettyfolkartandcarving.com

Home Media Systems

Jobe Systems

508-332-1508

Home Theatres, Sound Systems, Media Integration Today’s homes are complex: let JOBE help you simplify

Internet Guidebook

508-228-9165 Beaches, Events, Museums, Dining, Classifieds, & More Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket! The island’s premier web portal

Visit NANTUCKET.NET for a beach listing, photo galleries, maps, and guides to lodging, dining, real estate, recreation, and much more! Our Calendar of Events is the most complete and is updated several times a week, year-round. Looking for a beach? Our Beach Listings have photos, videos, and info about all the best island beaches and where to find them. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to Nantucket.net

Your telephone book for Nantucket

Know who you want to call but need their phone number? Search by name on CALL NANTUCKET. Know what you want but not where to get it? Search by category on the up-todate and locally produced CALL NANTUCKET app. This app is free to download and easy to use. Both white pages and yellow pages are included. callnantucket.com

Blue Beetle

Icarus + Co. Open 10am to 6pm every day except Tuesday

19 Old South Wharf Jewelry and Home Decor

Jennifer Greenwood Jewelry Open Tues.-Sat. from 11am to 5pm Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind jewelry

508-901-9282 upstairs at 2 Union Street

You’ll find something extra special JENNIFER GREENWOOD’s downtown studio, upstairs at 2 Union Street. Each piece is a work of art using gems, geodes, agate, opals, and more. Earrings rings, pendants, and more, her style is new and hip, blended with classic looks, gorgeous natural materials, and traditional technique. For a one-of-a-kind gift for yourself or someone you love, head up the steps under the 2 Union Street sign just a few steps off Main Street to JENNIFER GREENWOOD JEWELRY. @jennifergreenwoodjewelry

Jessica Hicks Nantucket

508-414-1330 Open for the season 2 Union St, next to Ralph Lauren Featured in “The Perfect Couple” by Elin Hilderbrand

Jessica Hicks started by selling her pieces at high-profile Nantucket boutiques and also welcomed clientele into her home to see her latest designs. When her pieces started appearing on Hollywood’s hottest stylistas, including Halle Berry, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Eva Longoria, the business quickly grew. Jessica opened her own boutique: JESSICA HICKS Nantucket, now at 2 Union Street, just steps off of Main Street. Driven by form and pattern, Jessica Hicks’ jewelry designs are at once geometric and organic. Her silver, gold,and gemstone collections incorporate both classic and unexpected motifs, able to meld with diverse personal styles. Jessica hand crafts each piece in her studio on Nantucket Island. JessicaHicks.com

Open daily Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

508-228-0229 21 Centre Street

JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry, including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Stop in to see our classic period pieces. We specialize in diamond, sapphire, and emerald engagement and anniversary rings. We also carry exquisite island classics, including the Turk’s Head braided bracelet, Nautical Cable Collections, gem-set Sailors’ Valentines, and handwoven gold lightship basket jewelry. Also featured at JEWELERS’ GALLERY is an outstanding collection of beautifully designed jewelry by such leading goldsmiths as Ronald Pearson, Michael Good, Thomas Kruskal, and others. Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY - serving Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Open Tues-Fri 10am to 4pm & Sun noon to 4pm Handcrafted Bohemian Jewelry & Accessories

347.362.2000 upstairs at 2 Union Street

LAND of LULO is an experience of handcrafted treasures and intentional jewelry based upon ritualistic impressions with ethnic and organic inspired elements. Land of Lulo’s one-of-a-kind pieces convey the energy of talismans. The collection, both fierce and playful,represents a coherent and thoughtful composition. Come check it out and leave inspired. You’ll also find LAND OF LULO at Sustainable Nantucket’s Artisans & Farmers Market on Saturdays from 8:30am to 12:30 pm. LandofLulo.com

The Love Shack by Lola Open daily on the Wharf & 24/7 online 10 Old South Wharf Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, t-shirts, candles & more!

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contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. We proudly sell Joules, Jude Connally, Captiva Cashmere, Lilla P and MZ Wallace. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

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Insiders Guide to Nantucket

Call Nantucket

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

For 26 years JOBE SYSTEMS has offered homeowners the elegance and simplicity of discrete sound, quality lighting design, motorized shades, and hidden media systems. And with more than 12 years on Nantucket, JOBE SYSTEMS has been right here on-island to serve our valued island clients. Our award-winning custom electronics firm specializes in providing residential and commercial clients with lifestyle enhancing electronic systems utilizing a highly experienced team of in-house dedicated professionals that are certified and trained in their individual disciplines. Our goal is to ensure that JOBE SYSTEMS affords its customers the most intuitive, integrated, and easy-to-use custom lifestyle solutions available today that offer continuity of operation in multiple residences throughout the country when required. We’re located on Nantucket, and also have offices in Houston, Chicago, Vail/Aspen, New York, Palm Beach, and San Diego. jobesystems.com

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THE LOVE SHACK is welcoming back customers to their shop on Old South Wharf. AND your favorite items are also available online at lolacompany.com LOLA™ designs and creates beautiful sterling jewelry with inspirational messages on the back marking important moments in peoples lives. With more than 30 pendant designs varying in size and gorgeous colors, creating your own look is endless and addicting. THE LOVE SHACK is home to our entire jewelry collection and is inspiration for our apparel, candles, hats, and more. Everything you need for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

Made on Nantucket

Jewelry 508-228-3227 12 Main Street

Open Daily from 11 am A unique collection of jewelry, apparel, gifts, & art

508-228-0110 20 Old South Wharf

Just in at MADE ON NANTUCKET are a gorgeous collections of estate Native American jewelry and estate sterling silver Mexican jewelry with mother-of-pearl and abalone. Unique earrings, necklaces, bracelets, belt buckles — all at prices that will delight you! See our largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. In addition, MADE ON NANTUCKET has Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen A. Duncombe, Michelle Jhingoor, Sarah

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Nantucket Estate Jewelry and Fine Arts Open Daily Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more

508-228-0272 1 Orange Street

We feature fine estate jewelry in all price ranges - antique, vintage, and contemporary including designers such as Tiffany, Cartier, Bulgari, Roberto Coin, and David Yurman. We also sell sterling silver jewelry and flatware and hollowware. We also carry a large assortment of Nantucket baskets and carved Nantucket purses, as well as a fine selection of antique scrimshaw. We stock an assortment of quality art work, including antique paintings, nautical items, maps, and island works by local artists. Nantucketjewelryandart.com

Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353 Open Daily & Online online & in the G.S. Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates unique jewelry from hand-picked pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise, on others, the Ying and Yang of black and white is featured, or sapphire and diamond bling may be chosen to set off the soft reflection of the pearl’s whiteness. Look for Pam’s signature, a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearlcompany.com

R Simantov Fine Jewelry Open daily; appointments recommended Contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value

508-228-2918 or 917-324-4410 1 Old North Wharf (at Easy Street)

R. SIMANTOV is known for creating contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value. The firm resurrects lost techniques from the past, utilizing the most exquisite materials and outstanding craftsmanship to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Works by R SIMANTOV have been recognized with international design awards and installed in permanent museum collections. R SIMANTOV’s masterpieces illustrate the playfulness and whimsical beauty that can be created with unique combinations of metals and precious stones. The resulting pieces are fine treasures reminiscent of classical styles, with touches of modern elegance. rsimantov.com

Skar Designs

508-325-6228 Saturdays at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers Market AND at Blue Beetle, Haulover, Vis-a-Vis Beachy Bohemian Creations & more Nantucket Inspired Pieces & Original Designs Renee Scarfone Gillies’ beachy Bohemian creations are a stand-out in the crowd. Her original sunburst motifs, hand-stamped words and subtle distressing define her signature style. Handcrafted from recycled metals, fibers, leather, beads, and stones, these hip treasures are a must-have addition to your jewelry collection. Also offering a unique line of Nantucket inspired jewelry. Each piece is made with love in her Nantucket studio. Shop at skardesigns.com or ask for her jewelry designs in fine shops on Nantucket. You can also meet her and see her jewelry at the Saturday Market in downtown Nantucket. Follow us on Instagram: @skardesignsjewelry skardesigns.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-228-2132 Open daily at 28A Easy Street

Inspired and Creative Jewelry

Susan Lister Locke is an artist and jewelry designer living on Nantucket. First noted for her custom hand engraved Signet rings crafted in high karat gold, she went on to work directly with metal, incorporating designs with colorful & rare gemstones. Her Nantucket Sign Collection™ features a series of iconic Town signs with 34 favorite Nantucket areas, beaches and businesses that are fashioned as charms, cufflinks, & belt buckles. The Nantucket Sign Collection™ also includes her hand-engraved quarterboard bracelets in silver & gold as well as her Nantucket in Diamonds™ map of the island. Visit her gallery at 28A Easy Street & follow her on Instagram @susanlisterlocke susanlisterlocke.com

The Trinity Collection

508-228-7557 Vintage & Contemporary Watches and Exquisite Jewelry Open daily at 50 Main Street

THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Audemars, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, and Rolex, vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces.

Linen Service

Linen Drops Linen Rental Service Vacation linens made easy!

1-844-9-linens Avoid the hassles & leave the linens to us!

LINEN DROPS provides resort-quality bed and bath linens for short-term vacation rental properties. Bedsheets, duvet covers, bath towels (including Matouk luxury), bath mats, beach towels, and more. Consistently fresh linens are professionally laundered, pressed, and delivered on your turnover schedule. For more info: LinenDrops.com or 844-9-linens LinenDrops.com

Marine Mammals

Marine Mammal Alliance Nantucket

Hotline: 833-667-6626 If you see stranded, injured, or entangled marine mammals, call our HOTLINE

MARINE MAMMAL ALLIANCE NANTUCKET is an all volunteer non-profit under agreement with NOAA Fisheries to monitor, protect and assist marine mammals on and around Nantucket. Our team will advise the public, disentangle marine mammals from marine debris, escort

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stranded cetaceans to safer waters, deliver injured animals to rehab. Hotline 833-667-6626. NantucketMMAN.org

Cape Cod 5

Mortgages & Banking 508-247-1709 or 508-247-1795 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street

Open Monday-Friday We’ll make your dream come true!

CAPE COD FIVE will give you more than just a mortgage... they’ll help make your dream come true! Fixed Rate, Adjustable Rate, Jumbo Loans, Affordable Housing, Construction & Land Loans for first time home buyers. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-2471795 or visit their website at CapeCodFive.com capecodfive.com

Dreamland Foundation

Movies

Movie LIne: 508-228-1784 Fun for the Whole Family, Movies & More! Drive-in Movies & In-Theater Films August 14 at 6pm: Photographer DAVID YARROW 17 South Water Street

The Nantucket Dreamland Foundation is dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of digital entertainment and education in one of America’s oldest theaters. NantucketDreamland.org

Museums & Sites

Maria Mitchell Association

508-228-9198 Open Nights at Loines Observatory every Monday & Wednesday from 9-10:30 pm Aquarium & Mitchell House + Summer Programs mariamitchell.org Science center, aquarium, museums, & programs for all

The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell who believed in “learning by doing.” The MMA operates 2 observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and history-related programming is offered through the year for people of all ages.

Nantucket Historical Association

508-228-1894 Whaling Museum open Mon-Sat from 10am to 5pm Your portal to Nantucket history Hadwen House open Mon-Sat from 10am to 4pm 15 Broad Street

The NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM & HADWEN HOUSE are open for the 2021 season. Reserve your time to visit and your ticket at nha.org. In this top-quality exhibition venue, you’ll see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. OPENING JUNE 18 is the new exhibit: Anne Ramsdell Congdon’s Nantucket Renaissance. Our gateway film “Nantucket,” directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns, showcases the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history in a 51-minute film that is a feast for the eyes. Reserve your time by purchasing a ticket online at nha.org. Don’t miss our ESSEX exhibit, and bring your children to our Discovery Center: an interactive imaginary experience. You can also visit online at nha.org

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

508-228-1885 Open through Oct. 11. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm & Sun Noon-4pm Special Exhibit: Duty & Diligence drive or take a FREE shuttle to 158 Polpis Road

Discover Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit: The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. The 2021 special exhibition is “Duty & Diligence: Station Life in the U.S Life-Saving Service, a Nantucket story of routine, readiness, and rescues. Family-friendly programs & displays appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point & Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $10 adults; $7 for seniors & college students; $5 for ages 6-17; and free for members, active duty Military, and kids under 6. 158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. nantucketshipwreck.org

Nursery

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond the Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. arrowheadnursery.com

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Pet Accessories & Gifts

Smoke Shop

508-228-5477 16 Straight Wharf & 119 Pleasant Street

Open daily A special downtown pet boutique

geronimos.com COLD NOSES your favorite downtown pet boutique for more than 30 years, has moved to 16 Straight Wharf, in the Courtyard. We offer a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories, and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature different iconic island designs, including lighthouses, lobsters, whales, shells, baskets, and anchors. We have lots of toys for your four-legged friends, and for humans who love pets, we have fun gifts and ornaments. Stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or a special something for a pet or pet person.

Quarterboards & Signs

Petty Folk Art & Carving

Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554 serving the Cape & Islands for 16 years

Rentals and Properties for Sale

ACK Distinctive Properties

508-332-8044

Find your perfect Nantucket Home ACK Distinctive Properties, LLC is committed to bringing the highest level of customer service to real estate in Nantucket, MA. Our job doesn’t end when we sign a rental agreement or close on a house. Instead, we endeavor to offer world-class service at every stage – from keeping our clients informed about market changes and events on the island to offering personalized rental services, curated sales advice, contractual work, and more. We help you enjoy your Nantucket life to its fullest and to serve your needs with the utmost integrity, discretion, and distinction. This commitment from our agents and managing partner includes providing our clients with the highest level of information. We will keep you updated on the changing nature of the Nantucket real estate market, micro-target your Nantucket area for tailored research and advice and share with you what is trending, and what is not. ackdp.com

Island Cashmere

Shoes

Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 Open daily at 32 Centre Street

Murray’s Toggery Shop Classic & Up-to-Date Clothing for the Whole Family

508-228-0437 Daily at 62 Main Street

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, for a fabulous selection of shoes and sandals for men AND women. They have everything to meet you footwear needs including Nantucket Red Tretorns, Uggs, Olukai, Jack Rogers, Sperry Topsider, Birkenstock, Steve Madden, Saucony, and much more. Step out in style with MURRAY’S! Nantucketreds.com

Native Shoes Live Lightly

508-221-7223 Open daily at 40 Straight Wharf

From the beach to the bike ride, on the rainy days and the cocktail parties at night, NATIVE SHOES makes it easy to live lightly with a thoughtful selection of ultra lightweight, easy-towear shoes for both kids and adults. Find us right next to the Hy-Line Ferry.

Respoke Iconic designer scarves repurposed

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Respoke.com Open daily at 41 Straight Wharf

Located at 41 Straight Wharf, RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer silk into a curated collection of one-of-a-kind products featurin g hand-crafted Spanish made espadrilles. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Awarded Best of Boston 2021 @Respokeofficial

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

See AckGrayLady.com for hours Fine Cigars, Glass, & Accessories.

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars and quality glass. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street (just steps off Main Street, behind Ralph Lauren), or call to arrange a cigar bar for your reception, celebration, wedding, or island event. AckGrayLady.com

Best of the Beach

Special Events 508-825-8250 A free celebratory broadcast

A New Celebration on Saturday, August 14 at 8pm The Best Summer Event on Nantucket reimagined

Rated the Best Summer Event each year on Nantucket, the annual Pops on Nantucket concert with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra this year will take the form of a look back at some favorite concerts in the televised BEST OF THE BEACH. This free, celebratory broadcast on NCTV Channel 18 will let you relive performances you enjoyed by The Spinners, Kenny Loggins, and RAIN, along with special tributes to medical professionals who served the Nantucket community throughout the pandemic and a message from Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s President and CEO, Gary Shaw. The August 14 shoe can be viewed at 8pm on NCTV Channel 18. To donate and for details: nantuckethospital.org/Pops NantucketHospital.org/Pops

Launching Lives, Lasting Legacies

508-228-2505 August 18 from 5-7 pm Fundraiser for Egan Maritime’s Sea of Opportunities held in the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

The EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE will hold a fundraiser celebrating their Sea of Opportunities student educational programs and the SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM. To learn about the different ticket options and what they include OR to make a donation to these valuable Nantucket resources and programs, visit eganmaritime.org/news or call Jeff Coakley at 508228-2505. eganmaritime.org

Native Remix Project

508-221-7223 40 Straight Wharf

Saturday, August 14 Live Lightly

On Saturday, August 14 NATIVE SHOES on Nantucket’s Straight Wharf will be hosting a special event that will help you “live lightly.” Bring your old, well-used (or unused) shoes you no longer want to the store for their REMIX PROJECT event. They’ll collect the shoes you turn in and recycle them to give them new life in communities as playgrounds for children. And NATIVE SHOES will give you a 10% off coupon for a new pair of NATIVE SHOES that can be used instore or online. Reset - Restart - Remix on August 14.

Sidewalk Art Show Saturday, August 14 from 10 am to 3 pm featuring more than 20 artists

508-228-0722 Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION of Nantucket offers two outdoor art shows every summer. A beloved tradition dating back to 1930, the Sidewalk Art Show is the oldest of its kind in the U.S. and is a wonderful opportunity to meet more than twenty of Nantucket’s finest artists. The conversations will be memorable as you stroll past rows of fine art, under blue skies and a canopy of green in downtown Nantucket in the Atheneum Park. nantucketarts.org

Summer Shades

Sunglasses

Open daily The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

Featuring sunglasses by Chanel, Oliver Peoples, Tory Burch, Maui Jims, Oakley, Salt, Ray Ban, Tom Ford, Smith, Costa, Persol, and many others. Summer Shades has been doing business on the island for more than 30 years. Visit us in our spacious downtown location: in the front shop of The Courtyard on Straight Wharf.

Theatre

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

508-228-4305

MAMMA MIA: on stage through August 22 A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING: through August 20 Community Theatre at It’s Finest TWN has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. Their 2021 Season starts with the fun family musical MAMMA MIA, for a 6-week run from July 7 to August 22 at the new open-air venue at Bartlett’s Farm! It will be a perfect part of your island summer! AND from July 21 to August 20, taste and imagination, the two key ingredients for a first-rate revue,

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abound in this fresh take on the Rodgers & Hammerstein canon called A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING. For subscriptions and tickets, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305 or visit TheatreNantucket.org. Please be sure to purchase all seats for your party under the same name, so that we can accommodate you by seating you together! theatrenantucket.org

Tours - Bus

Nantucket Island Tours

508-228-0334 Tours last 1 hour, 15 min. 10 Washington Street

Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company Departing from Greenhound Station on Washington St

NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS is the premiere transportation company on the island. In our new climate-controlled buses, you travel in style and comfort! Our friendly tour guides take you away from downtown and allow you to enjoy the natural beauty Nantucket has to offer. For details and to book a bus tour, visit nantucketbustours.com

Tours - Van

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

508-257-6557 Call for reservations & pickup

Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”

GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving tours for more than 40 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger van with comfortable individual seats, AC, huge windows, and leg room! She’ll pick you up at approximately 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm every day. The tour lasts 13/4 hours to 2 hours, and passengers are welcome at any time during Gail’s tour to get out to take photos. Private charters are available. Call for reservations: if Gail is on a tour, she’ll call you back.

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours

Walking Tours offered by the Nantucket Historical Assoc. Departs at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm (no tours July 4)

508-228-1894 depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St.

Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:30 am and at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Tickets: $15 adults, $5 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Over 65 & students $13. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout see website for hikes & times Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

508-422-7466 Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology, and the Native Americans that lived here. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508422-7466. nantucketwalkabout.com

Nantucket Walking Tours Ghost Walks every night, morning exercise walks + afternoon tours. See Calendar for where to meet Tour Guide

508-332-0953 Private Tours Available

The ORIGINAL NANTUCKET GHOST WALK is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. A fascinating evening stroll to five of the island’s most haunted locations, led by the original guide. See descriptions below for departure times — meet the guide 10 to 15 minutes early at the corner of Main & Centre streets, near the bank steps. $20 for Adults. $15 for Seniors (65+) & Teens. $5 for Ages 7 to 12; under 7 free. Cash only. No reservations necessary.

Hy-Line Cruises

Transportation Boat

Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis

508-228-0262 1 Steamboat Wharf

Reservations Daily: 7:30am - 4pm

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The Trinity Collection Open daily Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

BREAKFAST Daily 7am-1pm

DINNER Monday thru Saturday

W Call in Ordering 4:00-9:30pm Pickup 5:30-10:00pm 508.325.0308 menus @ black-eyedsusans.com 10 India Street

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508-228-3949 Straight Wharf

Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable high-speed ferry. THE GREY LADY, Hy-Line’s water-jet catamaran is comfortable, convenient, and offers the highest level of customer service passengers have come to expect from HY-LINE CRUISES. You’ll cross the Sound in half the time! SEE OUR SCHEDULE PRINTED HERE IN YESTERDAY’S ISLAND FOR CURRENT DEPARTURES. Face-coverings are required for travel. hy-linecruises.com

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OPEN FOR DINE IN AND TAKE OU T

Watches 508-228-7557 50 Main Street

THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces.

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Bakeries

All the delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love Open Monday-Saturday from 7 am

508-228-2797 17-1/2 Old South Road

Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, danish, & bagels accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. We bake decorated cakes, fresh fruit tortes, cheesecake, chocolate velvets, and pastries. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! How about an all white meat chicken pie or fresh spinach quiche for a quick supper? Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com

Nantucket Cookie Company Open Daily: in-house, to-go, and delivery! Decorate small batch cookies from scratch

508-228-6560 inside Easy Street Cantina, 2 Broad St.

THE NANTUCKET COOKIE COMPANY offers their freshly baked tempting treats. Stop in their Steamboat Wharf location inside The Easy Street Cantina and indulge — you won’t be disappointed! Sending our cookies to friends and family? Arrange for in-store pickup, or we will ship anywhere in the USA! nantucketcookie.net

Brewers

Cisco Brewers

5 Bartlett Farm Road Home of Cisco Brewers, Nantucket Vineyard, and 888 Open 7 Days a Week Customers must show proof of a Covid-19 vaccination or a negative test before entering. Exceptions apply for those under 12 years of age. Stay safe!

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Family & dog-friendly. ciscobrewers.com

Clubs & Entertainment

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

Open daily from 11:30am Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

Theroseandcrown.com THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub with entertainment Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. With Karaoke, DJ’s and Live Local Bands, there is something for everyone. We also have the largest screen in town to watch your favorite sporting events. All Craft beers on one of the largest Draft selections on island and delicious Craft Cocktails developed by our seasoned, friendly Barstaff.

Coffee

Nantucket Coffee Roasters

Order online at Nantucketcoffee.com

Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans For more than 25 years, NANTUCKET COFFEE ROASTERS has been Nantucket’s premier artisan coffee roaster. Locally owned and operated, we enjoy advantages that escape bigger roasters. We specialize in bringing limited and micro-lots of coffee here to Nantucket from small farms all over the world. Our highly skilled Roast Master oversees the development of each and every batch by hand and eye, without the use of automation. We roast to order and deliver exceptionally fresh, specialty coffees to our customers. Our stock is constantly changing and we’re adding new arrivals on a regular basis. Visit nantucketcoffee.com to see what’s new and place your order!

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ACK Eats

Food Delivery Service

774-325-0744 Food, alcohol, & groceries delivered $10 OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER with code ack10 We deliver for dozens of island restaurants

You’ll see us delivering by traditional car, by boat, and even by electric bikes! Most deliveries are made in under an hour. Delivery times vary based on traffic, the restaurant’s ability to prepare food and weather conditions. We recommend that large orders be placed at least 2 hours in advance, but if you require a specific lunch time delivery, 24-hour notice is recommended. Our standard delivery fee is based on your distance from the restaurant for orders placed online or through our call center. www.delivery.com

Light Food & Take-Out

Bartlett’s Farm

Open daily Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produc, & more!

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road

BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM prepares mouth-watering baked goods, homemade soups, breads and foccacia, hearty sandwiches, salads, and many more daily seasonal specialties to go. Our breakfast sandwiches are a great way to start your day. BARTLETT’S even has prepared foods that you can take home and heat up and freshly baked pies you can serve for dessert. Don’t forget that BARTLETT’S also has the freshest island vegetables, meats, snacks, frozen foods, cheeses, and a selection of wines, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, and beautiful cut flowers. bartlettsfarm.com

The Beet

508.680.1857 Open Mon-Sat from 12 noon to 9 pm 9 South Water Street Healthy food, something for everyone! Made -to-order salads, sandwiches, & specials

THE BEET features healthy, delicious food + beer, wine + cocktails in an inviting atmosphere. Located in the M -beet of downtown Nantucket, THE BEET will satiate everyone’s cravings – our hearty salads, tuna poke + ramen, steak frites and infamous chicken burger + beignets can be enjoyed when you DINE INSIDE with us or on our OUTDOOR patio. Conveniently located between both ferries, THE BEET is the perfect choice for TAKEOUT when you arrive or on your way off-island. ORDER ONLINE ahead of time and skip the wait at thebeetnantucket.com + Facebook + Instagram - @thebeetnantucket thebeetnantucket.com

Black-Eyed Susan’s Breakfast daily for 7am to 1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat Open for dine-in and take-out

508-325-0308 10 India Street

Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for more than 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. View their menu at black-eyedsusans.com and call between from 4 to 9:30 pm to order dinner for same-day pickup between 5-10 pm. Black-EyedSusans.com

Cook’s Cafe Open Daily for takeout Healthy Take Out — Wraps and Smoothies

508-228-8810 6 South Beach Street

COOK’S CAFE is the way to eat healthy while you’re on Nantucket. Start your day right with one of their breakfast wraps, a toasted bagel, and a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing breakfast smoothie. Their Mermaid Magic Smoothie is a great way to start your day! For lunch or later, order one of COOK’S hearty wraps—there are more than 15 to choose from in two sizes, and they also have vegan specialties! All wraps are affordably priced. Go international with the “Bangkok Chicken Wrap,” the “Tokyo Curry Wrap,” the “Napoleon,” or try one of their tasty Bowls. They also have some classics: Italian, Turkey, Tuna Salad, Buffalo Chicken, and more! COOK’s smoothies make a terrific afternoon snack. You can call in or order online at cookscafenantucket.com

The Corner Table

508-228-2665 Open Daily in Nantucket Culinary, 22 Federal Street a family–friendly community space to eat, work, & play

Coffee Shops

CORNER TABLE is a year-round café where friends + family gather to sip, nibble, and nosh the best of each season. Everyone has a seat at our table. We have everything you crave: barista crafted coffee, fresh scratch-made food, and grab + go snacks for beaching, biking, or wherever the day takes you. cornertablenantucket.com

508-228-2665 Open Daily in Nantucket Culinary, 22 Federal Street a family–friendly community space to eat, work, & play

508-228-6005 Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

The Corner Table

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

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508-228-5550 20 Broad Street

In addition to indoor & outdoor dining, DUNE also offers fine dining takeout! Order online for dinner from Dune to Go! Visit DuneNantucket.com for menus to order online or to make a table reservation. Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, is in the kitchen designing an ever-changing menu that showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. Dune and Dune-to-Go offers dinner plus beer and wine. DuneNantucket.com

Easy Street Cantina

508-228-5418

Open Sun-Thurs. 8am to 10pm & Fri & Sat 8am to 2 am Try our All-You-Can-Eat Lunches & Picnic Baskets corner of Easy & Broad sts. Enjoy our Spacious Patio. Call ahead for pickup or delivery EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Call or order online for contact-less payment, pickup at our window, or delivery islandwide. Take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our baconegg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. One Nibble & You’re Hooked! Call ahead for pickup or delivery. We have indoor dining PLUS a spacious outdoor patio. We now accept Apple Pay, Wallet, and other app-based payments. EasyStreetCantina.com

Yo Y ou could win one of the e coveted PRIVA VA ATTE TOURS at CISCO B BREWERS!

The Faregrounds

508-228-4095 Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am indoors or outside Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available 27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS is serving its regular menus with daily specials. Try their tasty Off-Shore Nibbles, their amazing BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, one of their char-grilled specialty burgers, or indulge in some of their sensational seafood dishes! They have hearty hot and cold sandwiches and salads, and their pizzas are a favorite with patrons! There’s plenty of parking; major credit cards accepted. Visit thefaregrounds.com to see the menus and call FAREGROUNDS at 508-228-4095 to order your takeout. Call ahead to reserve one of their outdoor dining tables! thefaregrounds.com

Siam to Go

508-228-SIAM (7426) Monday-Friday 11am to 7pm & Saturday 4 to 7pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices and NEW: ONLINE GROCERIES

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties,

, Summer 2021 Yoga on the Bandstand

Thhru Septemberr 6 Monday Saturdays, 7:30-8:30am Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott, Friday Tie-Dye Clinic and Friday Night Movies will return in the Summer of 2022

Sunday Night Concert Series 6:00-7:15pm August 15 Jazz on the Rocks Nanpuppets 10:00am Saturday, August 14

We are giviing away one Privvate TTo our during th his August 2021 Con C test. TO ENTER: 1. Follow us on Instagram @nantucke nsider (if you already follow us, skip to step 2) 2. Go to nantucke nsider ’s most receent post about our Cisco Contest and comment on it with your favorite thing about Nantucket AND tag 3 friends for an extra chance to win this prize valued at $500, sign up for our Nantucket eNewsle err.. You’ll find the link to sign up on the home page of N Nantucket.net Deadline to enter is August 25

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Congratulations to our July Winner: Jane Bourette

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offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. Check siamtogonantucket.com for ordering groceries online. siamtogonantucket.com

Homemade Corned Beef Hash, Buttermilk Pancakes, Sourdough French Toast, and a variety of “Scrambles” and Omelettes. The freshly squeezed orange juice is a real eye-opener! Find out why everyone is raving about BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S! BYOB & no credit cards. Also offering takeout with call-in ordering for dinner from 4 to 9:30 pm for same-day pickup between 5:3010 pm. Black-EyedSusans.com

Sophie T’s Pizza

508-325-6265 Open Monday-Saturday from 11:15am to 9pm 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Full menu available for takeout Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more. Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for dining in or take out for 20 years. In addition to Classic Cheese, Small Crispy Flatbread, and Small Gluten-Free, pizza at SOPHIE T’S can come with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. Daily specials on Facebook & Instagram @sophietspizza and on the website. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

Cisco Brewers

Live Entertainment

5 Bartlett Farm Road Open 7 Days a Week Live Entertainment Is Back - check events for schedule Customers must show proof of a Covid-19 vaccination or a negative test before entering. Exceptions apply for those under 12 years of age. Stay safe! CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Masks are currently required. ciscobrewers.com

Bartlett’s Farm

Markets

Open daily Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go

508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road

Grocery shop at BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM. Eggs, milk, cheese, meats, gourmet groceries, coffee, and, of course, fresh vegetables. Freshly baked goods, as well as daily seasonal specialties prepared with farm fresh ingredients for take away. And BARTLETT’S also has beer and wine. Ample parking and friendly faces. Grocery shop online for curbside pickup. AND Our Farm Trucks are at Main Street, the Sconset Rotary, Madaket Center, and Old South Rd at Ironwood Mondays-Saturdays. bartlettsfarm.com

Restaurants

The Beet 508.680.1857 Open Mon-Sat from 12 noon to 9 pm 9 South Water Street Healthy food, something for everyone! Made -to-order salads, sandwiches, & specials THE BEET features healthy, delicious food + beer, wine + cocktails in an inviting atmosphere. Located in the M -beet of downtown Nantucket, THE BEET will satiate everyone’s cravings – our hearty salads, tuna poke + ramen, steak frites and infamous chicken burger + beignets can be enjoyed when you DINE INSIDE with us or on our OUTDOOR patio. Conveniently located between both ferries, THE BEET is the perfect choice for TAKEOUT when you arrive or on your way off-island. ORDER ONLINE ahead of time and skip the wait at thebeetnantucket.com + Facebook + Instagram - @thebeetnantucket.com thebeetnantucket.com

Bistro at Home Menu online & @nantucketbistroathome “Eat and happiness will follow!”

508-901-1858 19 Nobadeer Farm Road

Chefs Ruth and Tim Pitts are now offering many of your favorite dishes from Centre Street Bistro for Curbside Pickup at a new location: 19 Nobadeer Farm Road. You can see their menu of Bistro dishes and specials at BISTRO at HOME. All their dishes are made with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Call or text for current days and hours AND to order. Follow them on Instagram @nantucketbistroathome nantucketbistro.com

Black-Eyed Susan’s Breakfast daily 7am to 1pm. Dinner Monday-Saturday Open for dine-in and take-out

508-325-0308 10 India Street

Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for more than 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors & locals. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. They also serve hearty breakfasts featuring Huevos Rancheros,

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005 Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We have extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

Dune Serving Dinner Nightly from 5:30 pm Where chic meets casual comfort

508-228-5550 20 Broad Street

DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. They also serve on a sheltered patio and have sidewalk cafestyle dining. DUNE offerw an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, liquors and cordials along with tempting dinner and dessert menus. The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. DuneNantucket.com

Easy Street Cantina

508-228-5418 Open Sun-Thurs. 8am to 10pm & Fri & Sat 8am to 2 am Try our All-You-Can-Eat Lunches & Picnic Baskets corner of Easy & Broad sts. Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day!

EASY STREET CANTINA is open for the season on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf. Call ahead for pickup or delivery. Our spacious patio is open for dining, and we have distanced indoor dining. One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kid’s foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. We now accept Apple Pay, Wallet, and other app-based payments. EasyStreetCantina.com

The Faregrounds

508-228-4095 Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am indoors or outside Affordable Family Dining 27 Fairgrounds Road FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze while you enjoy outdoor dining, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by daily specials. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com

Fifty-Six Union Tuesday-Saturday from 5 pm: Bar opens at 4:30pm Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff

508-228-6135 Join us for our final season! 56 Union Street

Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired… FIFTY-SIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun. Join Wendy & Peter and their fabulous staff for their final season. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner from 5 pm. Dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. Chef Peter Jannelle prepares a creative specials nightly featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. FIFTY-SIX UNION offers more than a dozen exhilarating cocktails, served by their libation experts. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket — and this season is your final chance to experience it! Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance via OpenTable. fiftysixunion.com

Rose & Crown Open Fri & Sat 11:30 am to midnight AND Sun.-Thurs. 11:30 am to 10 pm Sidewalk & Indoor Dining ~ Takeout Available

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by for one of the largest draft Craft Beer selections on the island and our scratch made Eclectic Pub Fare. We offer everything you could desire, including nachos and wings, sandwiches and our famous burgers, lobster rolls, local seafood, and mouth watering steaks, plus gluten-free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu. Eat indoors or on our sidewalk. And you can order online for takeout. Check theroseandcrown.com for current hours, menus, & daily specials. theroseandcrown.com

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Siam to Go 508-228-SIAM (7426) Monday-Friday 11am to 7pm & Saturday 4 to 7pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

Since 1959 – A series of concerts by internationally acclaimed musicians

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

Sophie T’s Pizza

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for dining in or take out for 20 years. In addition to Classic Cheese, Small Crispy Flatbread, and Small Gluten-Free, pizza at SOPHIE T’S can come with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. Daily specials on Facebook & Instagram @sophietspizza and on the website. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

Souza’s Seafood

August 17

508-325-6265

Open Monday-Saturday from 11:15am to 9pm Full menu available for takeout 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

Open year-round 9 am to 7 pm Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing

Raven McMillon, soprano

508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane

SOUZA’S SEAFOOD, under the red and white flag on Trotter’s Lane, offers a full line of quality seafoods both fresh and frozen. The selection changes daily and can include: littlenecks, lobsters, tuna, swordfish, cod, salmon, shrimp, quahogs, & more! Only at SOUZA’S can you get their secret recipe stuffed quahogs and delicious chowder. Call ahead and arrange for a cooked lobster for a picnic at home, on the beach, or on the boat. Remember to order a travel pack of lobsters to take off-island with you. Sign up for our free MEGA-FISH drawing!

All concerts are on Tuesdays at 7pm in the First Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets are $25, free for children under 18, at the door or sold in advance at the Antiques Depot at 2 South Beach St. and NMC at 56 Centre St. ”Meet the Artists" is a free & informal gathering on Monday evenings at 5pm at St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair St. Both buildings are handicap accessible. Limited on-street parking.

breakfast,

open 365 days

lunch & dinner

dinners from $9.95!

6am-9pm daily

at the airport

Seafood

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have breakfast with us! served daily from 6am to 2pm One Hander Breakfast Sandwich Breakfast Burrito • Eggs Benedict • Hash & Eggs Steak & Eggs • Irish Benedict • Greek Scramble Portugese Scramble • Veggie Delight Omelet Denver Omelet • Meat Lover’s Omelet Bu ermilk Pancakes • Cinnamon Bun French Toast ...and much more! PLUS Co ee, Co ee Drinks, Juices, Bloody Marys & Mimosas!

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Free parking • 508.228.6005 • free wi-fi

Island Treasures Consignment & Thrift

Clothing for Men, Women, Kids Jewelry • Books • Toys Household • Linens Premium Coffees Small Batch Roasted on Nantucket

Organic Beans, Your Favorite Varieties, and Specialty Blends available online at

nantucketcoffee.com

Open Monday-Friday 10:30am-5pm Saturday 10am-2pm Check out our Maybe Moving Sale Rack!

17B North Beach Street 508-228-0789

Nantucket Events

When your coffee matters order from the best!

“Fresh Off the Boat!” Lobsters alive or cooked - call ahead for fast service Selection changes daily... Lobsters • Littlenecks • Steamers • Nantucket Bay Scallops Cod • Flounder • Salmon • Swordfish • Halibut • Gray Sole Stop by to enter our FREE weekly MegaFish Seafood Drawing!

Nantucket Coffee Roasters is also available by the bag at local retailers & Stop-n-Shop. Find our freshly brewed coffee at our kiosk in the Stop-n-Shop at 31 Sparks Avenue.

Souza’s Seafood 508-228-9140 Gift Certificates Available • Handicap Accessible

Updated Daily

Open 9am-7pm Year-round • 23 Trotter’s Lane Look for the Lobster Flag

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2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Smooth Hummocks is Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil. Smooth Hummocks is a fascinating island ecosystem with many things to teach us. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by 4 EZ Payments at Cisco Brewers Live music by 4 EZ Payments at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5 PM - Free Meet the Artist: Soprano Raven McMillon Meet this soprano Raven McMillon before her concert on Tuesday night. Presented by the Nantucket Musical Arts Society in St. Paul’s Church at 20 Fair Street. 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: Despicable Me Showing at Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org 9 to 10:30 PM - Open Night at Loines Observatory Join Maria Mitchell Association professional astronomers for an impressive tour of the starry sky and for telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and more. Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street. $10; MMA members admitted free. 508-228-9273 MariaMitchell.org

TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 8 AM - Beechwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A microcosm of the 6,700-acre Middle Moors, Nantucket Islands Land Bank’s Beechwood Farm property in Polpis shares many elements of the surrounding maritime or coastal heathlands habitat. At times, you’ll feel you are on Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah. Reservations: 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Centre & Main Sts by brick bank 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 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 at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org Registration Required. 9 to 11 AM - Free All Levels Yoga Flow in the Moors Moderately paced with mindful, controlled movement & breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures and fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Reservation required. NantucketConservation.org/summer-wellness-series 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:30 to 11 AM - Seal 101 for kids 6-12 Ever wonder why that seal is on the beach? Is it ok? Does it need help? How close can I get? Join Marine Mammal Alliance Nantucket Rescue Team members and veterinarian for a fun workshop on the beach. Learn about these curious critters and how you can become a seal ambassador. Register at NantucketMMAN.org 9:30 AM to 5 PM - Free Story & Craft Grab & Go Bag for Ages 4-7 This Week’s Story & Craft Grab & Go Bag is a Coffee Filter Wall Hanging! Listen to the story Art by Patrick McDonnell and make this beautiful wall hanging! Available

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on the Weezie Porch while supplies last. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning for Ages 1-7 Join Lizza Obremski in the Atheneum Garden for engaging songs, singing games, and movement activities aimed at teaching musical skills to the very young. Bring a blanket to sit on Nantucket Atheneum Garden , 1 India Street. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Notorious Nantucket / The Hippie Invasion Walking Tour (ages 13+) Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on this 2/3 mile, 80 min. walking tour. for ages 13+ $20. $15 seniors (65+) & Teens. Cash Only. Meet at Centre & Main, in front of bank 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10 AM - Annual Summer Sale Continues! There’s so much on sale at this annual super Summer Sale at Murray’s Toggery Shop, 62 Main Street. 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Rescue at Sea: Heaving lines and life Rings Learn about traditional methods of a ship to ship rescue and man-overboard drills and about the process of using heavy lines & life rings. Put your skills to the test on a customized outdoor activity station. 2nd demo at 2:30 pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11 AM to 5 PM - Display by Artist Tom Meyer See the creative “outsider” visions of Thomas Meyer in a special show called VISIONARIES in The Gallery at Four India Street, upstairs at 4 India Street. Show continues through August 20. TheGalleryNantucket.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 2 PM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 to 2:30 PM - Meet the Animals The Science Museum is home to frogs, turtles, snakes, and insects that you can safely touch in this unique program. $15 (MMA members $10) Registration required at 508-228-9198 or MariaMitchell.org 3 to 4 PM - Main Street Walking Tour Step back in time and learn about the Island’s historic homes and the people who lived in them. Nantucket Preservation Trust, 11 Centre Street. 508-228-1387 NantucketPreservation.org 4 to 6 PM - Health Nibbles: Homemade Treats for your Canine Companion Learn to make fun and healthy snacks for your pets, taught by Amanda Rolat of Bramble. Tickets $100. Part of the Dog & Cat Days of Summer: a NiSHA fundraiser for their shelter with live & Virtual events. Details, passes, tickets, & benefactor info at NiSHAnimals.org/events 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Glow Solo at Cisco Brewers Live music by Glow Solo at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road continued on page 45

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for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5 PM - Live Music at the Crown Live Music with Jimmy Denny at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. ackrosecrown@gmail.com 508-228-2595 5:30 to 6:30 PM - Free Online Class: Jess Manning Flower Arranging Florist Jessica Hammel will demonstrate how to create tall and dramatic flower arrangements and how to use a ‘focus flower’ as a center piece to a bouquet. Registration required. NantucketAtheneum.org 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 7 PM - Raven McMillon in Concert Baltimore native Raven McMillon’s opera credits include Adele in Die Fledermaus; the title role in Goldie B. Locks and the Three Singing Bears; Linfea in La Calisto; and Barbarina in Le nozze di Figaro. Tickets are available before the performance at the door for $25. Door open at 6:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 62 Centre Street. nantucketmusicalartssociety.org. 7 PM - Mamma Mia! If you love ABBA, you’ll adore this live theater production by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket on the outdoor stage at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or 508-228-4305 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: Summer of ‘42 Movie at The Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s weasternmost sand extremity is a great hike to see gray seals during the winter, see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. This is one of the longer hikes Nantucket Walkabout does. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. $20, Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. No Reservations necessary. 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 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 at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org Registration Required. 9 AM to 1 PM - Modern Pointed Pen Calligraphy with Liz Roessler A small-group workshop designed for beginners to get people inspired about the joy of calligraphy in a relaxed, comfortable studio setting. Register for this Decorative Arts class at NHA.org 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:30 AM to 12 PM - Free Open Stitching Gam with No Instruction Bring your needlework, knitting, or other hand projects to this informal weekly gathering. Finish projects or get a new one started in the company of like-minded people. No registration required. Greater Light, 8 Howard Street. NHA.org 9:30 AM to 5 PM - Free Art Grab & Go Bag: Whale Wall Hanging for Ages 7+ Available on the Weezie Porch while supplies last. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM

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10 AM - Free Downtown Tree Tour Learn about the historic species of trees that line the streets of downtown Nantucket, and how they have been preserved. Tours are led by Nantucket Waterkeeper and NLC Resource Ecologist RJ Turcotte. Group size is limited and masks are required. Nantucket Land Council, Nantucket’s environmental advocacy organization. Register for the Tree Tour at EventBrite.com 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 to 11 AM - Tree Walk at Mill Hill with Maria Mitchell Assn. - Ages 8+ Join Dan Souza, MMA’s Museum Manager, on a low-impact walk around the MMA campus and Mill Hill. Learn about the importance of trees in local ecosystems, adaptations of native species, & identify species. Pre-registration required. $35 (members: $20) 508-228-5387 MariaMitchell.org Members: $20; Non-Members: $35. 508-228-5387 MariaMitchell.org 10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10 AM - Annual Summer Sale Continues! There’s so much on sale at this annual super Summer Sale at Murray’s Toggery Shop, 62 Main Street. 10:30 to 11 AM - In Mrs. Coffin’s Garden See what’s coming up in the historic garden at the Oldest House. NHA Master Gardner, Katrina Marques, will share her knowledge of the plants in the garden and plant lore of colonial times. $5 Members / $10 Non-Members 10:30 to 11:30 AM - NanPuppets at The Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum Fun songs and singing games with Lizza and her NanPuppets. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM - Rain Gutter Regatta: Boat Building Design and Races Enjoy a STEM-based nautical science lesson where you design your own sail-powered boat from a kit provided at the museum. Build your boat & then race it on our testing track. Redesign your craft to get the best time on the leaderboard for each session and win a special prize from our gift shop. 2nd session at 2:30 pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11 AM to 5 PM - Display by Artist Tom Meyer See the creative “outsider” visions of Thomas Meyer in a special show called VISIONARIES in The Gallery at Four India Street, upstairs at 4 India Street. Show continues through August 20. TheGalleryNantucket.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Part 2 of this hike is a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 2 to 4 PM - Beach Biology Field Trip with Maria Mitchell Assn. Did you know that some Nantucketers love to eat mole crabs? Join Aquarium staff to learn about the fascinating biology, ecology, and geology that make Nantucket’s beaches so unique. $30 (Members: $15). Pre-registration required. 508-228-5387 or jdubinsky@mariamitchell.org MariaMitchell.org 5 PM - NHA Member Evening: Exhibition Tour: Hadwen House A tour of featured exhibitions at one of the NHA’s historic properties. Limited to groups of 20 members: to sign up send an email to membership@nha.org continued on page 46

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5 PM - Live Music at the Crown Featuring Jimmy Denny at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 5 to 7 PM - Launching Lives, Lasting Legacies Egan Maritime Fundraiser Hear Captain Don Peacock, who will speak about how the Tall Ship Lynx contributes to our students in Sea of Opportunities programs. Evan Schwanfelder, Manager of Maritime Education, will speak about current programs and show off a 10-foot boat built entirely by a group of Nantucket High School students. The boat will be auctioned off at the event. Chloe Plank, a 26 year old graduate of Egan Maritime’s Sea of Opportunities program and Massachusetts Maritime Academy, will talk about her current position on a large U.S. Navy supply ship. All this plus beer, wine, and a specialty cocktail with a wide selection of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $250—for $500 your ticket includes a sail on the Lynx. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 6 PM - Summer Decks: Pete X Floyd (Floyd Kellogg & Pete Ahern/Nantucket) The Dreamland’s signature Summer Decks series presents resident DJ and series curator Pete Ahern. Cash bar. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets at 508228-1784 or NantucketDreamland.org 6 PM - In Conversation: The 9 Keys to Navigating a Career in Fashion w/Jay Calderin A conversation between Calderin and Nantucket fashionista Jane Conway-Caspe on how to develop your edge in a competitive industry. Q&A to follow. Free, but registration is required at NantucketAtheneum.org 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 7:30 PM - A Grand Night for Singing this fresh take on the Rodgers & Hammerstein canon was conceived by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie. Live theater by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket in Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or at 508-228-4305. 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. 508-332-0953 8:30 PM - Drive In: The Goonies Movie at The Dreamland Drive In, 7 Nobadeer Farm Rd. NantucketDreamland.org 9 to 10:30 PM - Open Night at Loines Observatory Join Maria Mitchell Association professional astronomers for an impressive tour of the starry sky and for telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and more. Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street. $10; MMA members admitted free. 508-228-9273 MariaMitchell.org

THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 7:30 to 8:30 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand at Children’s Beach Children’s Yoga, Circus Yoga, Dance(sing) with Marjory Trott. Harbor View Way 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 8 to 9 AM - Morning Meditation in Nature for Ages 12+ with Maria Mitchell Assn. Through short games and activities inspired by scientific trials on mindfulness, examine how intimate encounters with nature affect our brains & behavior. $45 (members $30). Pre-registration required at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org 8 AM to 8 PM - Park Picnic Basket Enjoy a picnic at one of Nantucket’s beautiful parks with Easy Street Cantina’s new Park Picnic Basket. Choice of Basil Chicken, Turkey Club or BLT with a cookie, chips, & bottled beverage packed fresh to-go in a picnic box. Call ahead to order. Easy Broad & Easy sts. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful

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streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Centre & Main Sts by brick bank 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 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 at 508-228-5387 or MariaMitchell.org Registration Required. 9 AM t - Creative Hand Lettering on Envelopes, Objects & Chalkboards Learn the joy of hand lettering & writing with calligrapher Liz Roessler. Bring a favorite quote or poem & leave with a frame ready piece of lettering art. No experience necessary; all materials included. Register at NHA.org 9 AM to 5 PM - StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse Stroll through the Atheneum’s new StoryWalk: My Dog Mouse, by Ava Lindstrom, offers friendship, humor, & gentle heartache in one dog walk. This book is for anyone who loves an old, slow dog. Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. 9:45 to 10:15 AM - NanPuppets at the Atheneum Join Lizza Obremski in the Atheneum Garden for fun and stories with her amazing animal friends. Free admission. Appropriate for ages 2-7. Bring a blanket! In case of rain, the performance will take place on Zoom. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 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 your spot, call 508-257-6557 (leave a message & Gail will call you back) Tours start at 10 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM 10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Sailing Trips at 10 am, 1:30 & 3:30 pm, & sunset: learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Private charters & per person fares. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. endeavorsailing@gmail.com 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM - Blue Moon Sailing Adventures Sailing charters for up to 6 on our 70’ Luxury “Buck-Eye Schooner.” 1-1/2 hour trips: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm & sunset in Nantucket Harbor & Sound with Capt. Kent & 1st Mate Jacquline. Book at NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 10 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by this magical island on this 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 ages 712. Cash only. Starts at the Atheneum, on corner of Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fences, 10 min early. 508-332-0953 10 AM to 12 PM - Hands on History for Ages 5-12 History-themed crafts in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Learn about the history of Nantucket through guided craft activities. Rainy day & want to avoid the crowds? Stop in to take a craft kit home with you. Free with Whaling Museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10 AM - Annual Summer Sale Continues! There’s so much on sale at this annual super Summer Sale at Murray’s Toggery Shop, 62 Main Street. 10:30 to 11:30 AM - Downtown Walking Tour with NHA Walk thru Nantucket’s past & hear of the rise & fall of whaling and the impacts the island’s economy had on social & racial aspects of Nantucket. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Tickets at front desk. Again at 1:30 PM 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Marlinspike: Make It, Take It - Beginner Using skills of the past make a length of rope. Experience the tradition of a Nantucket ropewalk. 2nd demo at 2:30pm. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 or EganMaritime.org 11 AM - Nantucket Island Tours Enjoy an island tour in a new, climate-controlled bus. Friendly local tour guides take you away from downtown to enjoy Nantucket’s natural beauty. Tickets $30 at Hy-line’s Straight Wharf Ticket Office. Registration Required. 508-228-0334 NantucketBusTours.com More tours at 1 & 3 pm. 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated one-hour tour of Nantucket Harbor. Departs from Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:15 pm 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 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour See the operations of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + sample 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. $20, Sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm 3 to 4 PM - ‘Sconset Walking Tour Explore the village of Siasconset with Nantucket Preservation Trust Executive Director Mary Bergman. Tours depart from the offices of the ‘Sconset Trust at 1 New Street. Tours last approximately 75 minutes Advance reservations required. NantucketPreservation.org 4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewers Live music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco! Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm continued on page 47

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Road for a pint or two and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com 5 PM - Free Webinar: Clean Water Topics on Tap Tonight’s topic is Coastal Plastics on Nantucket brought to you by the Nantucket Land Council, Nantucket’s environmental advocacy organization: 508-228-2818. Register for the Clean Water Series at NantucketLandCouncil.org 5 PM - Live Music at the Crown Live Music with Sean Lee at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. ackrosecrown@gmail.com 508-228-2595 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. Departs from the Town Pier, 34 Washington Street. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:30 PM - Blue Moon Sunset Sail A truly spectacular experience: see the sun sink down to the horizon & you may be one of the lucky ones who see the thrilling "green flash." TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. NantucketBlueMoonCharters.com or 508-241-7245 6:30 PM - Nantucket Supper Club Join Chef Greg for a culinary class and conversation, followed by supper paired with curated beer or wine. The Corner Table, 22 Federal Street. joy@nantucketculinary.com 508-228-2665 CornerTableNantucket.com 6:30 PM - Sunset Sail on the Endeavor End the day with a relaxing sail into the sunset as you enjoy views of Nantucket from this harbor voyage. TIME MAY CHANGE DUE TO SUNSET TIME. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or call 508-228-5585 7 PM - Mamma Mia! If you love ABBA, you’ll adore this live theater production by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket on the outdoor stage at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org or 508-228-4305 8 PM - Dreamland Comedy Nights - Matt Braunger: Out of the House Tour Live Comedy at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 8 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. 508-332-0953 9 to 10 PM - Stars & Senses Night Hike with Maria Mitchell Association An evening hike under the stars. Participate in a color vision activity, learn how eyes adjust to the dark, listen for nocturnal animals, take a solo journey if you dare, & enjoy a minty snack while learning about bioluminescence. At the end, hear stories of summer constellations. For ages 8+, children must be accompanied by adult. $45 (MMA Members: $30). Reservations at mariamitchell.org 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

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