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Getting Close to Life Under the Water Nantucket native Ben Phillips is an underwater photographer, travel-diving specialist and diving instructor. During the past five years, he has spent much time diving and photographing underwater subjects in top destinations in Southeast Asia. He is currently photographing around Nantucket and Cape Cod for large pelagic fish, which live in the zones of ocean or lake water that are neither close to the bottom nor near the shore. This Saturday, August 22 at 6 pm, Phillips will give an illustrated lecture in the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. “The NHA is thrilled to welcome Ben Phillips to the Whaling Museum for this rare opportunity to get up close with underwater life many of us have never seen before,” says Jacob Horton, NHA Public Programs Coordinator. “From amazing creatures that are smaller than your fingernail all the way up to enormous sharks, his photos and stories will be truly awe-inspiring for audiences.” Phillips honed his diving and photography skills in his mid-twenties when he travelled to Thailand, gaining access to the “coral triangle,” a 3.7 million square mile patch of ocean that spans from Indonesia to the Philippines to Papua New Guinea, which has the highest concentration of marine life on the planet. Phillips’ specialty has been photographing microorganisms with highpowered zoom lenses that would normally be invisible to the naked eye. Admission is $10, and tickets are on sale at nha.org/tickets. Doors open at 5:30 pm, with the lecture beginning promptly at 6 pm.
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Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
August 20 - 26, 2015
Today’s Nantucket
Events & Entertainment Go to www.yesterdaysisland.com for the most up-to-date events.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 8 AM - Wing Day All Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $10.95; half basket for $6.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, Easy & Broad Sts. 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & the 1746 Windmill A 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Down streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min. early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 9 AM - Become A Pirate Adventure aboard the Endeavor Join Pirate Robin aboard Endeavor & learn legends of infamous pirates. Learn about the pirate life & become Pirate Hunters. End with a pirate map & a search for treasure. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Slip # 1015 on Straight Wharf. Reservations: 508-228-5585 9 AM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 9 AM to 12:30 PM - Children’s Creative Movement With Marjory Trott at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Fee per class 9:30 AM to 12 PM - Naturalist Adventures for ages 6-8 Where do you live? From large nest poles in the sky to small holes in the ground to nest boxes, learn what makes a habitat a home for different birds and animals on the property. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Road. $50 (members $10). 508-325-0873. www.llnf.org 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268
10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise Cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reserve 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 AM to 12 PM - Free Volleyball and Badminton Volleyball and Badminton held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks & Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet at The Nantucket Hotel, at 77 Easton St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15 & Kids $10. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. continued on page 18
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Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
Wisdom of Hands by Robert P. Barsanti
August 20 - 26, 2015
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VICTORIA GREENHOOD ORIGINAL GEMSTONE JEWELRY
“Do you know anyone with a 1967 Bug?” my personal mechanic asked me. He stood in his side yard and was holding a y-shaped piece of metal. “This is a trailer hitch for a Bug and I hate to take it to the dump.” My knowledge of Volkswagen Bugs begins with the movie “Harold and Maude” and ends when I was 6 and rode, with my brother, in the “trunk” of one. One of my family friends had children that swam on the same swim team as we did. He drove us, in that dangerous and life-threatening time of the late seventies, to Kitty’s for pizza and soda after we “beat” Meadowbrook. The car, as I dimly remember, barely hit 35 miles an hour with two adults, four children, and six we towels jammed into it. I can’t imagine a Bug towing anything; the hitch probably should go on the front. Nonetheless, it snugly attached to the rear frame of the car, with the reflective knob emerging from under the bumper and extending out behind the exhaust pipes. Someone had made this. Someone had designed it, shaped the steel, welded everything together, and set it to working. I don’t know how long it worked, be it for almost fifty years or less, but it stayed where it had been put until recently. We did not know the story behind it. We did not know the maker; but that doesn’t stop me from making one up. A young mother, with two small children, wants to go back to sailing again. She only has the family day-sailer, but she feels it would be great to bring the kids back to the water. So, she asks her father for help. Perhaps, she really wants Dad to buy her a new car or get her a sailing membership, instead goes out into his workshop and fashions a trailer hitch for her little car. She can tow the sailboat to the lake, put it in the water, and everyone can putter about in the boat for the afternoon. Problem solved. I don’t know. This artifact comes without author or story. Everyone who might remember has forgotten or has died. Their stories have been washed away and left us with the car and this hitch. But in itself, the hitch speaks in continued on page 16
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September 12 is the deadline to enter the 2015 Yesterday’s Island Photo Contest. For more than 20 years, this popular contest has been a terrific way for you to share your images of Nantucket Island. Any season, any view, any time period (we love the old 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 October 1, 2015. They will also be posted at Nantucket.net and at YesterdaysIsland.com after the print edition is published. Photos are accepted in print format and in electronic format (high resolution only). If you mail in a CD with your images, remember to include your last name in every single image tag. Prints and CDs with digital photos should be mailed in with the entry form at Nantucket.net/photocontest to YI Photo Contest, P.O. Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554. Entries must be postmarked by September 12, 2015. Photos received later will be entered in the 2016 contest.
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August 20 - 26, 2015
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“The Time Is Always Now” This Friday, August 21, a show of recent mixed media works by contemporary artist Peter Tunney, who will be in attendance and signing books, will open with a festive reception from 6 to 9 pm in the Samuel Owen Gallery at 46 Centre Street. It is difficult to separate the life and the work of Peter Tunney because in many ways they are one and the same. His work is a part of a bigger story spanning three decades, one that has taken him across the globe from the African savanna to Wall Street boardrooms. He has amassed a wealth of experiences: funny, harrowing, and infused with joy and tragedy. He has emerged as an artist with a message, boldly affirming Grattitude, Don’t Panic, The Time Is Always Now, Everything Is Going to Be Amazing, Today is the Day, I’m Busy for the Rest of My Life. His billboard project, primarily in New York City, is tangible proof. Words are the basis of Peter Tunney’s artistic practice. Tunney is a dedicated explorer of our cultural lexicon, culling disparate media for images and words in collage. He reveals these messages in the context of ephemera from American popular culture, which is as likely to date from the 1940s and earlier as it is from a headline on the sports page of last week’s New York Post. Though he works in a broad range of media of the visual art language, paint, wood, photography, printed material, and found object, Peter Tunney is fundamentally a performance artist. His experiences are the wellspring of his work, rendering Grattitude, not as a reductive slogan, rather as a vital and urgent concept he insists is often missing from cultural conversation. Peter often says that he is, happily, “busy for the rest of [his] life,” living and making art between his two studios in New York and Miami. His work has been included in auctions and exhibitions as well as private collections worldwide. Samuel Owen Gallery specializes in contemporary art, both original works and multiples and maintains an extensive inventory of work by Damien Hirst, Shepard Fairey, Mr. Brainwash, CANTSTOPGOODBOY, Dale May, Eric Zener, and of course, Peter Tunney.
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Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
August 20 - 26, 2015
Donn Russell Back on ACK
DAILY TRUNK SHOW SPECIALS! Jewelry • Women’s Clothing • Accessories
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Graphic artist, writer, musician, philanthropist, and a true art icon of Nantucket, Donn Russell arrived onisland in the early 1970s and pursued a passion for the island in gorgeous clean serigraphs with a unique perspective and often showcasing his dry wit. In 2014, Donn sold his home and studio and left Nantucket to focus on his philanthropy work for the arts in New York City. Hostetler Gallery, which exclusively handles his serigraphs, has invited him back to Nantucket this week to catch up with his collectors and friends. This Friday, August 21 from 6 to 8 pm, Russell will be in the gallery at 42 Centre Street to share stories about his life and work. Russell was known as the “mayor of Old South Wharf” when it was a thriving arts district. He’s the source of a wealth of history on the art scene, local legends, local color, and more! A new selection of his prints has been framed for this special show, and Hostetler Gallery will also have a curated set of his unframed prints for viewing and sale, some of which are the last ones available. Each of the prints screens has been cut and hand-inked by Russell. They include original and creative viewpoints of the harbor, the boat basin, seaside, marine inspirations and even some from his travels to India and China. Strong graphics, confident use of color, images that transcend just Nantucket characterize them all. In 2010, Russell received the Artists' Association of Nantucket designation of being the only living member among 16 bygone artists to be honored in a special exhibit of their work called “ICONS: Influential Artists From The Association's 65Year History.” In his case, it was for his unique output and for inventing his own formula of ink preparation for printing that challenged fading from age or from light. The Artists Association is naming their new Visual Arts Center Printmaking Program after Donn. Currently Donn is running his arts foundation which supports non-traditional stage and film production workshops for new dance and musical enterprises.
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An Interview with Tony Award-Winner Martin Platt
August 20 - 26, 2015
2-HOUR GUIDED WILDERNESS HIKES • • • •
by Lynne Bolton Martin Platt most recently won the Tony for producing Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. He recently celebrated his 44th year in professional theater. As a producer in New York, his work includes Treason; Here Lies Jenny starring Bebe Neuwirth; Shylock; and An Oak Tree among others. In London and the U.K. he has produced Gumboots, Nixon's Nixon, A Woman in Waiting, Inner City Jam and The Free State. As a director in New York, his work has included the Drama Desk-nominated revival of D.H. Lawrence's The Daughter-In-Law; Platt recently directed the European premiere of Doubt in Vienna, as well as Don Juan Flamenco in Seville. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, Platt was the founding artistic director of Alabama Shakespeare Festival and of Santa Fe Stages and has also served as general director of Birmingham Opera Theatre. White Heron Executive Director and Co-Artistic Director Michael Kopko and White Heron President and Founder Lynne Bolton are thrilled that Martin Platt is directing their next show, opening this Saturday, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. Recently, Boulton sat down with Platt for a chat about theatre, his craft, and the play he is directing here on Nantucket... LB: Martin, you won the Tony for this play. How did it feel to walk up on the stage to receive the award after a 40- year career in the theatre?
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MP: It felt pretty good, I have to say. It was one of those things on my bucket list that I never thought would happen. Every year the Tony’s would go by and I’d think, “Well, its not going to happen this year”, so when it did it was a bit of an out of body experience.
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Whales... If you love chocolate, you’ll love Sweet Inspirations, Nantucket’s artisan chocolatier. This spring they moved back to their original home at Zero India Street, across from the Atheneum park. In this newly renovated space, they have an open artisan kitchen with lots of natural light and better display space for customers to see all their delectable treats. Their award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle is the perfect taste of Nantucket, combining the flavors of our island’s fall harvest with imported chocolate, fresh cream, and culinary artistry that only Sweet Inspirations chocolatiers can add. We also adore their Coco the Whale™ truffles — each one has a handfashioned chocolate tail, white eyes and spout, and a hand-piped body of whipped fresh cream ganache. We prefer our whales in dark chocolate, but our grandkids love the milk chocolate version. Either way, these confections are a fun and delicious treat, and they make great gifts and Nantucket party favors. You can bring your truffles home in a limited edition gift tin featuring artwork by island painter Barbara Capizzo. Need a taste of Nantucket or a special gift after you’ve left our island? Sweet Inspirations ships and takes orders online at nantucketchocolatier.com
Turtles... Nantucket Candy Company at 48 Centre Street has the perfect chocolate treat to savor slowy: turtles! Their Sea Salt Caramel Turtles are a heavenly blend of slow roasted pecans or cashews, handmade with buttery, rich caramel, chocolate and of course, sea salt, which tops off this perfect creation. Their luscious caramel is made in small batches to ensure that it is soft and will melt in your mouth with every bite. These turtles come in several versions: white chocolate, dark, milk. If you are a cranberry lover, try their Signature Cranberry Sea Salt Turtles. This divine fusion of sweet, buttery and salty flavors is sure to please your palate. Stop into this shop at Centre & Broad streets today to try them!
and Penuche Start with the classic—butter, sugar, milk, honey—for a satisfying caramel experience. Then move on to chocolate, vanilla, peanut butter, peppermint, maple, cappuccino, cranberry... Aunt Leah’s Fudge has a flavor to please everyone—more than thirty at last count! After 35 years of teaching on Nantucket, Leah Bayer retired and now she works every day at her fudge shop on Straight Wharf. She delights in creating new and interesting fudge flavors and combinations. And she loves seeing the kids she taught bring their kids in for a sweet treat. Our favorite is the classic penuche, but every time we stop in there is a new flavor to taste. Each box of fudge comes with a small knife in case you need a taste on your way home. Aunt Leah’s Fudge shop is in The Courtyard, just a few steps off the actual wooden slats of Straight Wharf. Make it your first and last stop on Nantucket. If you need more once you get home, just go to auntleahs.com.
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Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
NANTUCKET HISTORY
August 20 - 26, 2015
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COACHING AT THE CORNER with Marsha Egan, Professional Certified Coach
Lives Saved by “New” Radio Technology on Nantucket
Every other Thursday, 8:30am Mitchell’s Book Corner
Our next discussion: August 27th Win-Win-Win: How to Argue More Effectively
Dine In or Take Out
by Amy Jenness
LUNCH & DINNER
author of On This Day in Nantucket History, available at Mitchell’s Book Corner
On August 21, 1901 the U.S. Weather Bureau sent electrical expert Reginald A. Fessenden to Nantucket to study and conduct experiments at the new ‘Sconset Marconi wireless station. The station, which communicated with ships and the Nantucket Lightship 42 miles away using Morse Code, was revolutionary new technology when the stations went online on August 12, 1901. Americans took note of Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi’s success in Italy and Great Britain using his new wireless technology to report on yacht races and maritime disasters. James Gordon Bennett, New York Herald publisher, recognized its value and the newspaper used Marconi radios to report on the 1899 America’s Cup race off the coast of New York City. Convinced it would improve the paper’s ability to report maritime news, the newspaper set up Marconi wirelesses in ‘Sconset, on the Nantucket Lightship, and on the west coast of Ireland. Nantucket Lightship operators could now receive information from luxuryliners bound for New York City from Europe. That information was then relayed to ‘Sconset whose operators telephoned it to the newspaper. But Marconi was not the only inventor making giant leaps in radio technology. In 1899 the Light House Board, which was responsible for lightships
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THE ORIGINAL NANTUCKET GHOST WALK The island’s oldest and most famous ghost walk features 5 of Nantucket’s most eerie haunted locations. This is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket, led by the original guide. CHOICE OF TWO DIFFERENT TOURS: Cemetery Route (Sun, Tues, Weds, & Thurs): A 1 1/3 mile, 90 min. walk featuring: the Old North Burial Ground, the Oldest House, Mary Abby Swain, and the island’s 2 most haunted hotels. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Town Route (Mon, Fri, & Sat): An 80 min., 1 mile, eerie evening stroll featuring: the most haunted restaurant and the most haunted house on Nantucket. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Both tours start at 8:30pm at Main and Centre, top of Main Street in front of the bank steps. Every night thru Labor Day.
Hidden Nantucket (8:30am Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) A 2-2 1/2 mile, 45-55 min. non-stop exercise walk, with historical commentary, down beautiful streets and lanes few visitors ever find. $15 per person MON & THURS: Historic Houses, 1746 Windmill Route • WEDS: Hidden Parks of Nantucket Town • FRI: Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point All walks start at 8:30am at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Glorious ‘Sconset (10:40am Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday) Revel in the transcendent beauty of Nantucket’s most radiant villiage on this 2/3 mile, 90 min. historic walk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Gathers 10:40am at the rotary bulletin board in Siasconset. Ride, drive, or catch the 10:15am bus at the Greenhound Station on Washington Street for the 20 min. bus ride to Siasconset. Great Writers on Nantucket (10:30am Wednesday) Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck, and others were inspired by this magical island on a 2/3 mi, 90 min. downtown stroll. Starts at 10:30am at the corner of Federal & India Streets, outside the Atheneum fence. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Notorious Nantucket (10:30am Friday, for ages 13 and up) Conmen, loose women, hippies, gigolos, bordellos, and opium dens are all featured in this 2/3 mile, 80min. stroll focusing on the island’s colorful past. Starts at 10:30am at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket (10:30am Monday) A 2/3 mile, 90 min. downtown historic walk led by the 3-time runner-up in the 2015 History Quiz Bowl. Starts at 10:30am at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Prices for all tours (except Hidden Nantucket) $20 adults, $15 seniors (65+) and teens, $5 for kids 7-12, children under 7 are FREE. Cash only. 20% off for groups of 6 or more, 33% off for 10 or more. Afternoon private tours available.
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Wines with Grilling by Jenny Benzie Advanced Sommelier + Certified Wine Educator, Proprietress of Épernay Wine & Spirits
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Summertime on Nantucket is not complete without grilling as much and as often as you possibly can. Whether it’s fresh corn and other produce from Bartlett’s Farm, your catch of the day after fishing on the Herbert T, the Albacore, or the Just Do It, Too, or simply making s’mores from the glowing embers of your fire, the smell of cooking out is something that lingers long after the last sip of wine you drank with your meal. You’ve seen the quote before. “I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.” It is only apropos to quench your thirst while taking the helm and captaining the grill. As we start to roll into the end of summer, now is great time to start tasting some lighter reds that are perfect for char marks and cool evenings. Barbera is an indigenous Italian grape variety that is the most planted in Northwest Italy. Being that it is the most traditional wine among the Piedmont region, it is considered a daily staple of life there. This grape produces a wine that is known for its deep crimson color with a low tannin structure that makes it an extremely quaffable red on a hot summer day. It also has high levels of acidity, which make it perfect for pairing with grilled meats with or without a sauce. These wines tend to offer aromas of fresh red and black fruits (think mixed berry pie). The wine is typically aged for a short period of time in used, slightly toasted, oak barrels that help to smooth the intense fruitiness that is predominate in the grape. The toasty oak also brings out slight hints of mocha, vanilla, and hazelnuts in the wine. It adds complexity that would otherwise be lost amongst all that fruit. This will also allow the wine to age in your cellar if you like a couple years longer than if it wasn’t aged in oak. It is important to find a quality Barbera that will balance the amount of this fruitiness with the high acidity and low tannin. The sweet sensation you may experience in this wine is essentially due to the moderate acidity and to the delicacy of tannins. This is a perfect pairing for spicy sausages with grilled zucchini and squash. RECOMMENDED WINE: Marchesi continued on page 21
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Nantucket Ballroom Brings Oscar Wilde Novel to Island Stage Building on their progressively-successful dance productions of the past four years, Mr. Andrey Stanev and Nantucket Ballroom present The Picture of Dorian Gray, their most ambitious project to date, featuring well-known Nantucket residents and professional national ballroom dancing champions. This August’s show will also feature filmed scenes with veteran actor John Shea, of film, television, and stage, who is no stranger to Nantucket’s rich history of stage productions that were transferred from Nantucket to Broadway. Oscar Wilde’s 1891 philosophical novel The Picture of Dorian Gray is a study of contradiction and obsession, self-indulgence and manipulation, and ultimately, consequences. As the naïve, young and handsome Dorian Gray becomes an ardent disciple of hedonistic Lord Henry Wotton, who counsels Dorian that beauty and sensual fulfillment are the only things worth pursuing in life, Dorian ultimately comes to question his own actions and who he actually is - the man he was or the man he has become. In Nantucket Ballroom’s stunningly-adapted multimedia production, you will be a voyeur into Dorian’s world as he explores the universal questions of limits. What are the lines between pleasure and obsession, morality and depravity, and the consequences of frivolous, self-indulgent decisions. Is this the picture of one man or the essence of human nature? The original music and choreography provides more than mesmerizing en-tertainment. It is provocative, thought-provoking, and timely. You will be talking about it the next day. The Picture of Dorian Gray is performed in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street on August 28 & 29, with a curtain time of 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.Tickets are available at nantucketdreamland.org
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Whenever I write about invasive plants, usually when I am elbow deep pulling them up on a roadside or conservation land, I always think of the 1951 book and 1962 Movie “the Day of the Triffids� about a invasive of alien plants who land on earth and start taking over the world after a meteor has blinded the populace. The Triffids were mobile, deadly, and carnivorous, very scary for a Saturday afternoon creature-feature. Even today, the word "triffid" has become a popular British English colloquial term for large, overgrown, or menacing-looking plants. Although the movie, TV shows, and radio shows took quite a bit of license from the book, I enjoyed them and the images have remained with me to this day. Recently some of my colleagues from other biological field stations around the world joined me for an on-island event at the Nantucket Hotel designed to help the public understand what a field station is all about. For the past year I have been the president of the Organization of Biological Field Stations (www.obfs.org). One of the biggest threats to field stations, whether they are located in Spain or in Costa Rica or California or Oklahoma, is from invasive exotic plants brought in by people or animals. According to the Federal government, an “invasive species� is defined as a species that is: 1. non-native (or alien) to the ecosystem under consideration and 2. whose introduction causes, or is likely to cause, economic or environmental harm or harm to human health. Invasive plants can be accidentally or deliberately introduced by means such as agriculture, as forage crops, as ornamentals or escapees from botanical gardens and estate gardens, through aquatic gardens, erosion control techniques, storms, or via hitchhiking pollen and seeds delivered by migrating birds. Human actions are the primary means of invasive species introduccontinued on page 28
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Wisdom of Hands
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the wisdom of hands. In the tight frame of a problem, hands shaped the solution, forged it, and then bolted it on. In the recent past, Nantucket has been shaped by the wisdom of hands. The island does not smile on the pre-fab. All of those engineers and designers who create lawn furniture for L.L. Bean and the Home Depot don’t figure in the salt, moisture, or nastiness of island weather. The sand shifts under the house, the floors sag, an the doors refuse to close. We live outside the normal frame of corporate design and marketing. Instead, under the grace of people who can afford it, the island has had a steady supply of craftsmen who build things well (and an equally steady supply of charlatans looking for a check). You come to them with a problem, like “How can I tow a sailboat with my 1967 VW Bug?” Then they look, think, reach into the workshop, and begin making something that will fix the problem and mend the world. Years ago, a friend of mine found herself in a house with three growing children and three smallish bedrooms. She presented the problem to a neighbor and he crafted a series of built in desks, beds, and, dressers. Each bedroom now looks as if it were a stateroom on a sailboat. Problem solved. Whoever made that trailer hitch labored. Labor, in the language of the Shakers, is to worship: “Hands to work, hearts to God.” The actual shaping and forming the metal is work, but this work is spiritual. Labor to solve a problem for today and tomorrow, even if the solution is as simple and prosaic as a boat hitch. Today, very few can identify the Killen spiral on the side of a house, but many can walk inside and feel the soundness and the firmness of the construction. Work is done for a paycheck, labor is done for the community. The work, and wisdom, of hands will last beyond your signature, your story, and your time. In the twenty-first century, we have decided that the work of the hands is not as valuable as the work of the mind. We encourage our young people to take Mandarin Chinese and Political Geometry, but not to take shop class. We dismantle the metal shop so that we can build another computer lab. In continued on page 17
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this, we steal from the future. Anything that can be done on a computer, be it accounting, engineering, data-processing, or filming juggling cats can be done cheaper and faster Somewhere Else. Some of our young people will be at the top of the ziggurat and will design the new programs and make the new software. But much of the wealth of the future will still arise as did the wealth of the past: our children will be paid to solve problems with their hands. This wisdom of hands will build and repair chimneys, will rewire old Volvos, and will remove tumors from a liver. That work, that labor, will outlast their names. I am currently typing this article on top of a beautiful mahogany table Andy Bennet built more than ten years ago. The top is three feet wide by six feet long, and appears to be a solid piece of wood. Each leg was cut, shaped on the lathe and attached so that after ten years of milk spills, pizza, birthday parties, lego assemblies, and several wrestling matches, the table is as solid as time. In over ten years of humidity, dryness, and water dripping from the ceiling, the surface has neither warped nor stained. The chairs around it, bought on the cheap from Boston Interiors, are hanging on with nails, wood glue, and electricians tape. The table is more solid than we are. Andy built this table, eleven years ago, so that it could be auctioned off for Del Wynn’s family. Time has washed the memory of Del from most of the island, but he was an craftsman, poet, athlete, and character who became infected with lyme, and then Lou Gehrig’s disease. Andy brought this table to the Muse for a fundraiser in July. Del was so well-loved that a work of labor as impressive as this table disappeared in an ocean of feeling. We bought it for the lowest, and only bid. By August 20, Del had died. The island will forget Del and the great cheer he showed in his chair in the balcony of the Muse as all of this stuff was auctioned off for him. The money raised in that auction is long since gone. In the waves of the years, the island will forget Andy Bennet, it will forget the Muse, and it will forget me. The table will outlast us, if only for a little while. It will sit in some other family’s living room, beautiful, graceful, and solid. The nameless, unstoried fruit of true labor grows heavy today and for years to come.
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10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Joseph Bonanno Author Joseph Bonanno will sign copies of his book - The Firehouse Cookbooks, held at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 10:30 AM to 1 PM - Fashion Pop Up Studio With Jay Calderin Participants get a behind the scenes look at the process of developing an original fashion design from scratch. Free at Atheneum, 1 India St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Walking Tour A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20 , $15 for 65+ & teens, $5 for 7-1). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington St for ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board. 508-332-0953. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Sreet. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 3 PM - Fun and Games Musical Chairs at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 1 to 4 PM - Free Read to a Buddy Program for Ages 6-9 Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) are therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. Sign up by calling 508-228-1110. Atheneum, 1 India St 1:30 PM - Jacob Butler Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Thursdays: Tea Cups & Dancing Masks. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers
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Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 4 PM - Fun and Games Posterior Pop at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy Ice Cream on a narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - 4EZ Payments Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 5 PM - Children’s Ghost Hunt in Nantucket Town Join Robin & her raven on a ghostly adventure. Learn what to look for & how to become a Ghost Hunter. The ghost hunt is educational, exciting and lots of fun. Adults, 65+ & Teens $15, Children $10. Reservations Required 508-257-4586. All kids must be accompanied by adult. 5 to 5:45 PM - Wine & Cheese on the Wine Deck Tasting of 8 wines, incl our reserve reds on the Wine Deck of Nantucket Vineyard, overlooking Cisco Brewers Courtyard. Learn how we make great wine. $25 or $40 with a cheese plate. Reservations recommended: 415548-0374; wineguy@ciscobrewers.com 5 to 6 PM - Thursday Concerts at the Meeting House Featuring The Bob Lehman Trio. $12 at the door; children free. Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, 11 Orange St. 5:30 PM - Billy Voss Life at The Jetties Live music The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road. continued on page 24
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ROUTES/FARES: AIRPORT ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 20 mins. from 6/22-9/7 FERRY CONNECTOR.....Ferry riders free, $2.00 others; 7am-10pm every 20 mins. from 5/21-10/12 MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/18-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am every 30 mins. from 6/15-6/21; 7am-12am every 15 mins. from 6/22-9/7 MIACOMET LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/18-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am every 20 mins. from 6/15-9/7 MADAKET ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. from 5/22-6/21 & 9/8-9/13; every 30 mins. from 6/22-9/7 ’SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. 5/19-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am 6/15-9/7 (last bus leaves Sconset at 11:35pm and last bus leaves town at 12am) ’SCONSET VIA MILESTONE RD.....$2.00 each way, 7:15am-7:15pm every 60 mins. from 6/22-9/7 ’SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 80 mins. from 6/29-9/7 SURFSIDE BEACH.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 40 mins. from 6/22-9/7 JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$1.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 30 mins. from 6/22-9/7
Half fares: 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, veterans and active military personnel. Children 6 and under ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult passenger. 1, 3, and 7-day passes may be purchased aboard all busses & provide unlimited rides for the duration of the pass.
Downtown Bus Stops: Madaket and Jetties - Broad Street (in front of the Whaling
Museum); Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Road and Milestone Road Washington Street, Greenhound Site; Airport, Surfside, and Sconset via Polpis Road Washington Street. Park & Ride lots are available along the routes. Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes - look for grey posts with blue stripes.
Park and Ride Lots: The Muse - 44 Surfside Road, The Chicken Box - 5 Daves Street,
Faregrounds Restaurant (7am-5pm) - 27 Fairgrounds Road, Nantucket Elementary (6/28-9/1) All busses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible. For complementary paratransit and TDD call (508) 325-7516. Bus information (508) 228-7025. Riders’ Guides are available at NRTA-3 East Chestnut Street, Visitor Services-25 Federal St, Chamber of Commerce-0 Main St., Greenhound Building, on all buses, and at downtown stops.
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TORY BURCH, ALEX AND ANI, HUNTER, STUART WEITZMAN from page 11
until World War I, negotiated with Serbian American inventor Nikola Tesla to establish wireless service on the Nantucket Lightship. The two sides negotiated into 1900 with neither party able to reach an agreement. The Light House Board even offered Tesla the contract, but he never signed it. Fessenden, a Canadian inventor who had worked for Thomas Edison and was head of the electrical engineering department at Western Pennsylvania University, was hired by the U.S. Weather Bureau in 1900. The bureau asked him to create a network of stations which could transmit weather information using radio technology instead of telegraphed cables. Fessenden had been hearing reports of Marconi’s system for a number of years and believed he could create a better version which had a longer range and transmitted the human voice. Funded by the US government, he quickly made improvements in the technology and in December of 1900 Fessenden successfully broadcast a spoken word for the first time. Fessenden and the US Weather Bureau parted company in 1902 over a dispute over ownership of his patents. Eventually Fessenden received backing from General Electric, and, on Christmas Eve in 1906, he broadcast from Brant Rock, Massachusetts what is believed to be the first radio broadcast meant to entertain listeners. It included music and Bible selections. That same year the New York Herald sold its Sconset wireless station to the Marconi Company. The Nantucket site would be one of the company’s most important stations. It expanded and installed a larger wireless version in 1904. A fire destroyed the station in 1907, Marconi rebuilt and would operate it until World War I. In 1909, a young David Sarnoff, the Belarusian American pioneer of American radio and television, lived in ‘Sconset and trained as a Marconi radio operator. Sarnoff rose from office boy to commercial manager and later to president of RCA. While at the Marconi Company, Sarnoff saw that radio technology had the potential to broadcast to masses of people, not just from one point to another and eventually was able to test his idea in 1921. More than 300,000 people listened to a boxing match, and large scale broadcast continued on page 20
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radio was born. In 1926, the company purchased a radio station and formed NBC. By 1930, Sarnoff was RCA president. Brash and ambitious, Sarnoff negotiated the purchase of the Victor Talking Machine Company, which made records, and set the company up to manufacture both radios and records. By 1936, under Sarnoff’s direction, RCA spent $50 million to develop television technology, which put the company in a position to dominate television sales in the post–World War II years. Established to help report the news, the ‘Sconset station quickly became valued in the first decade of the 20th Century for helping vessels in distress and saving lives as more and more ships had wireless systems onboard. On January 23, 1909, two ocean liners collided in dense fog sixty miles south of Nantucket. The station’s radio operator Jack Irwin picked up the call for help and sent messages to boats and naval stations nearby to assist. Almost everyone was saved and that dramatic rescue prompted the US Congress to pass a law in 1910 that required wireless radios on all American ships with more than fifty passengers on routes longer than two hundred miles. On the night of April 14, 1912, ‘Sconset radio operator Matt Tierney was the first American to receive distress signals from the sinking Titanic. He immediately alerted all other stations of the tragedy and worked continuously for days helping assist in the rescue of the great luxury liner’s survivors. Yet, despite its importance, the Marconi Company was forced to close its Sconset station in 1914 because of alleged neutrality laws. The company fought the charge, but the station re-opened six months later under the command of the U.S. Navy. In addition, in 1917 ownership and operation of all lightships was transferred to the US Navy, The Navy operated the Sconset wireless station throughout the war and closed it soon after the war ended. But the Marconi Company still believed a Sconset station had value and opened a new, larger site with state-of-theart equipment in 1920 near the Sankaty Golf Club. A year and a half later that station closed and the storied history of Nantucket’s contribution to radio technology ended.
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LB: What was the process to find the play and then produce it? MP: The play was originally commissioned by Lincoln Center Theatre and the McCarter theatre. Lincoln Center couldn’t move the play to Broadway that year so my partner David and I were approached about it. We saw the play and said yes—that would be a great idea. We actually met Chris Durang (the playwright) at a play we were producing on Broadway called An Oak Tree. Very strange English play where one of the two actors on stage (it was a play with only two actors) every night had to have never seen or read the play. It could be man/woman, any race, any age, and Chris Durang was one of the people who came in to do the play. That’s how we met him. I think he reminded us during the process for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike that he didn’t like doing An Oak Tree very much. LB: You have founded and run several professional non-profit theatres. Tell us about Alabama Shakespeare Festival. How did establishing an Equity the-
MP: We made a small Southern town in Alabama a destination for theatre on a national scale. We began in a town called Aniston. It really put that town on the map. Aniston wasn’t an Old South town. It was developed after Reconstruction. So it was a town that was progressive – it had, for example, the only newspaper in the South that endorsed McGovern for President. We then moved the theatre to Montgomery. It remains to this day with great support from the local community but it has a national presence. That is certainly what you are hoping to do on Nantucket. We succeeded in Alabama. It became part of a huge cultural area and a real center for the community. In addition to theatre, we did concert series and ran an MFA program in theatre there. So we had an educational component as you will have with the Nantucket Theatre Institute. It began as a summer theatre and when we moved to Montgomery it became a year-round theatre because we had a facility that was built just for us. LB: Tell us about Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. What do you find most compelling about this play. MP: Well, partly, and this is not essential for seeing the play, I know Chekov really well and the riffs on Chekov all through the play are really funny and sometimes wonderful and funny at the same time. The major Chekov plays are plays about families whose members turn out to have huge problems. Those problems don’t necessarily get solved during the play, but the characters do come to grips with their issues and figure out how to get onto the next stage continued on page 23
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LB: Tell us about your next Broadway production? MP: We have been working for a couple of years to do the first Broadway production of a play from 1968 called Dames at Sea. It’s a wonderful musical that made Bernadette Peters a star. We have finally acquired a Broadway theatre (the hardest thing about producing these days is getting the real estate to do your show in). We go into rehearsal for this musical on August 24, two days after Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike opens on Nantucket. And start performing September 24. I n a Broadway sense it feels like we open tomorrow. I’m so pleased I could be with White Heron this summer just before we go into rehearsal for Dames at Sea. It’s an exciting summer! The White Heron Theatre production of Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike directed by Tony AwardWinner Martin Platt opens this Saturday, August 22 in The Dreamland Theatre. Performances will be held August 22, 24, 25, 26, 31, and September 1, 2, 7, 8, and 9. Curtain time is 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at www.NantucketDreamland.org or by calling the White Heron Theatre Box Office at 508-325-5268.
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6 PM - Jennifer Maxwell: Live Piano Concert A night of unforgettable music in the Whaling Museum’s Gosnell Hall. Jennifer Maxwell, Grammy award-nominated pianist & music professor at the University of Rhode Island, plays a program featuring Bach, Beethoven, Debussy, and contemporary composer Thomas Adès. $10 at www.nha.org/tickets. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 6 PM - Movie: Minions PG, Showing in The Dreamland Studio Theater, 17 South Water St. 6 to 7 PM - Free LVA Drop-In English Class English classes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced speakers. The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum. Atheneum, 1 India Street 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 6:30 to 9 PM - August 20th Chef’s Table Dinner An intimate farm-to-table dinner at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road by executive chef Neil Patrick Hudson. $99, tax & tip included. BYOB. Reservations: 508.228.9403 x12 - amy@bartlettsfarm.com. 7 PM - “Into the Woods” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “I wish”: two words that have inspired some of the greatest fairy tales of our time, comprise the theme in Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical, Into the Woods. A baker and his wife, a girl in a red cape, a boy with magic beans and a maiden longing to escape her life of servitude, all seek to make their dreams come true. Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 7 PM - Science Speaker Series - Howard Smith Harvard Lecturer & Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Researcher will speak on Cosmology - the science of origin & development of the Universe. Maria Mitchell Science Center, 33 Washington St. $10. 7 PM - Movie: Fantastic Four PG-13, Showing in The Dreamland Main Theater, 17 South Water St. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Plays Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 7:30 PM - “Other Desert Cities,” Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A riviting drama by Jon Robin Baitz, performed in TWN’s Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min. walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & 2 haunted hotels. $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 age 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by the bank, at 8:20pm. 8:30 PM - Movie: The Gift Rated R, Showing in The Dreamland Studio Theater, 17 South Water St. 9 to 11 PM - Live Music at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road 9:30 PM - Movie: The Man from U.N.C.L.E. PG-13, Showing in The Dreamland Main Theater, 17 South Water St. 10 PM to 1 AM - Tricky Dicks Perform Live Live music at NIXS Brew Pub, 15 South Water Street 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 6:30 to 8 AM - Early Bird Birding Stroll through downtown Nantucket identifying & learning about the bird species that live there. $10. Meet at corner of Milk & Vestal Sts. 8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Thar She Blows! Guaranteed Sightings on this thrilling offshore adventure! Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of Nantucket A 2-1/2 mi, 50 min, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes of The Cliff & Brant Point. Gather at 8:20 am at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. Cash only. $15 508-332-0953. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s
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during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 9 AM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 9 to 10 AM - Mrs. Coffin’s Garden Series At the Oldest House on Sunset Hill. An overview of the colonial housewife’s herb garden, followed by a more in-depth look at elements of the garden. Many topics, from “herbs and herb lore” to “flowers and fragrance” will be discussed. Space limited, register at nha.org/tickets 9 to 10:30 AM - Plant and Nature Walk Plant and Nature Walk with Dr. Sarah Bois. Meet at Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Road. 508-325-0873 9 AM to 12:30 PM - Children’s Creative Movement Children’s Creative Movement on the bandstand with Marjory Trott, held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Fee charged/class 9 AM to 1 PM - Introduction to Letterpress Printing Create personalized letterpress cards and envelopes featuring historic images and typefaces. $175 pre-registration required: 508-228-1894. 9 AM to 1 PM - Make Youth Sailors Valentine for Ages 10-17 This class is designed for the beginner wishing to learn the history of sailor’s valentines while completing this 8” octagon shell mosaic. All materials provided. Held at The 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. $75 9:30 AM to 12 PM - Birds A to Z for ages 9 plus - Bird Migration Birds have incorporated many special physiological ways to survive the rigors of long distance flight that we will examine. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. $50 (members $10). 508-325-0873. llnf.org 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10 AM to 6 PM - Sara’s Sidewalk Sale Additional 50% Off already marked down Spring and Summer apparel, accessories and jewelry! Sara Campbell, 5 South Beach St. 508-680-1626 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket A few island women went whaling with their husbands; others stayed & got involved in astronomy, women’s suffrage, Abolitionist movement... Hear their stories. Meet at corner of Centre & Broad sts. $20; 65+ & Teens $15; & Kids $10. Reservations required: 508-257-4586. 10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on a 2/3 mi, 80 min walking tour. Ages 13 & up. $20; $15 65+ & Teens. Cash Only. Meet on the corner of Main & Centre sts, in front of the bank. Gathers at 10:20 am. 508-332-0953 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Fashion Writing Workshop with Jay Calderin Calderin will take participants through the strategic process of crafting dynamic and expressive language for different fashion audiences. Register at nantucketatheneum.org. For ages 12 and up 11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Howard Smith Author Howard Smith will sign copies of his Book - Let There Be Light, held at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 12 to 1:30 PM - Tie Dye Clinic $5 for all materials; $2 if you bring your own white tee shirt held at Chilcontinued on page 25
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5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Jess Clemons performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 PM - AAN - Artist / Patron - a Juried Exhibition Gallery Opening held at Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington Street 6 to 7 PM - Karaoke with Kai Karaoke with Kai at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 6 to 8 PM - Artist Reception at Hostetler Gallery Opening Reception for a special “Donn Russell Is Back” show at Hostetler Gallery, 42 Centre Street. 508-228-5152 6 to 9 PM - Jess Clemons Performs Live Live music at Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant at 4 Bathing Beach Road. 6 to 9 PM - Opening Reception at Robert Foster Fine Art Art Opening Reception featuring Christine Sanford. See her show through September 2nd at Robert Foster Fine Art Gallery, 8 India Street 6 to 9 PM - Artist Reception and Book Signing: Peter Tunney Artist reception and Book Signing by contemporary artist Peter Tunney, held at the Samuel Owen Gallery, 46 Centre Street. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 7 PM - “Into the Woods” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “I wish”: two words that have inspired some of the greatest fairy tales of our time, comprise the theme in Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical, Into the Woods. A baker and his wife, a girl in a red cape, a boy with magic beans and a maiden longing to escape her life of servitude, all seek to make their dreams come true. Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7 to 9 PM - Live Music Jacob Butler performs live at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road 7:30 to 9 PM - Off Shore Blues Band Plays Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 7:30 PM - “Other Desert Cities,” Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A riviting drama by Jon Robin Baitz, performed in TWN’s Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 8 PM - Friday Night Flicks: TBA Come enjoy a fun movie at Children’s Beach chosen by audience. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route The Original Nantucket Ghost walk begun in 1998, Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk features 5 of the island’s famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is 1 mile long and lasts 80 min. $20. Adults, $15 for 65+ & Teens and $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by the bank. Arrive 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 9 PM - Stargazing Night with Maria Mitchell Assoc. Join astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, & more. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10. continued on page 33
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known as “the heel” of Italy. Zinfandel produces a robust red wine. Due to the higher content of sugar found naturally in Zinfandel, this wine tends to be higher in alcohol and sometimes can even exceed 15% alcohol by volume as the norm. When grown in slightly cooler climates, the grape exudes red berry fruit flavors of ripe raspberries where warmer climates bring out more blackberry and anise. Either way, black pepper and tobacco are common in any zinfandel. When blended with Syrah or Petite Sirah versus being bottled as a straight varietal wine, the wine can tend to be jammy, briary and have sweet concentrated fruit. These wines typically are aged about a year in new oak in order to get that juicy, rich texture associated with their flavor profile. This is perfect for a wellmarbled steak that needs a lot of tannin to cut through the fatty meat. RECOMMENDED WINE: Quivira, Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley/Sonoma County 2012 Malbec is more of an inky, purple hued grape variety known for its robust tannins. Its origin is from Cahors in Southwestern France and is used as a blending grape in the Bordeaux region. Its recent popularity hails from Mendoza, Argentina. Even though the skin color is dark in hue, the grape itself is thin skinned therefore producing lighter style wines than the similar dark colored Syrah. The wine tends to be plum like in flavor with moderate, juicy tannins. Argentina’s prized Malbec is grown in high altitude vineyards located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. These tend to be softer and more elegant in style than wines grown in the heat of the valley floor. They also are typically aged in French oak for a short duration of time to enhance the layers of complexity without making the wine too chewy or extracted in flavors. Think lamb chops on the grill that compliment the slight gaminess of the wine. RECOMMENDED WINE: Don David, Malbec Reserve, Calchaqui Valley 2013 Whether you are brushing up on your grilling skills, trying new rubs or marinades for your meats or keeping it just plain simple, remember that finding that perfect food and wine pairing takes patience and some experimentation to get it right. Be sure to keep this in mind and purchase a couple different bottles of wine to sample with your grilling masterpiece. Who knows, you might even use some of the wine to add to the food.
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tions. On Nantucket, the primary adverse effect perpetuated by invasive plants is ecological harm caused by habitat destruction as they out-compete other plants for nutrients, sunlight, water, and space. Some common invasive plants on island include: garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolate), Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), common reed (Phragmites australis) purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria), oriental bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus), Morrow’s bush honeysuckle (Lonicera morrowii), autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata), multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora), Black Swallowwort (Vincetoxicum nigrum) and spotted knapweed (Centaurea maculosa). You may recall from previous articles that island science and conservations groups have banded together to form the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative, which provides small grant funds, logistical support, and additional personnel to assist scientists on island in biodiversity related research. The Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative is a partnership between Nantucket conservation organizations, universities, non-governmental organizations, and individuals interested in documenting the biodiversity of the islands and adjacent waters and monitoring and conserving that biodiversity over time. A subcommittee of the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative (nantucketbiodiversityinitiative.org) called the Invasive Plant Species Committee (IPSC) is working hard to control the expansion of exotic invasive plants on Nantucket while educating the public about their spread and effects on our island habitats. They have produced a brochure entitled “Space Invaders: Weeds Gone Wild on Nantucket” that lists the top 10 highly invasive plant species of Nantucket and documents primary control methods and non-invasive alternative plantings. Some of these plants are also listed on the Massachusetts Invasive Plants Advisory Group’s website (massnrc.org/MIPAG) and some are uniquely destructive on Nantucket. They recently updated the brochure with new information on various plants that have become more or less a problem for the island. Members of the IPSC are on the lookout on Nantucket for extremely invasive plants that have been very problematic for the mainland. One of the continued on page 29
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top ten OMGs is mile-a-minute vine (Persicaria perfoliata) or mile-a-minute vine. An eagle-eyed resident in Pocomo discovered one of these plants and quickly called me. I warned the other IPSC members. We want people to keep watch out for this plant, which has been known to grow up to six inches in 24 hours and, with the efficiency of a super vine, quickly covers other plants and prevents them from getting enough sunlight to photosynthesize. If you go to nantucketbiodiversityinitiative.org and click on the Invasive Plant Species Committee link it will take you to the current list of Massachusetts and Nantucket invasive species and provide more information on Mile a Minute vine as well as listing contacts for reporting invasives. Fortunately, some very serious terrestrial and aquatic invasive plants causing havoc on the mainland have not reached our island. Members of the IPSC, their associated summer interns and students from the Nantucket New School and visiting K-12 groups at the Nantucket Field Station, as well as many other volunteers, coordinate invasive plants pulls throughout the spring and summer. We have attacked spotted knapweed stands in Dionis, on Heller’s Way, over near Miacomet, and in the Smooth Hummocks portion of the island near Hummock Pond and Clarks’ Cove. Garlic mustard plants near the Old Mill, along Land Bank land on Vesper Lane and near the main rotary have also felt our wrath. Sometimes the best and safest way to restore a wild area when only a few plants are colonizing it is to pull them out and avoid pesticide application. It can be surprisingly satisfying. Some of my junior rangers and all of the Land Bank, Nantucket Conservation Foundation, and Nantucket Land Council interns have provided much needed people power to make a difference. NBI is working with the Nantucket DPW in a Cooperative Weed Management Project to control invasive species along Nantucket road sides and bike paths. The Nantucket Conservation Foundation, the Nantucket Land Bank Commission and the Nantucket Branch of the Massachusetts Audubon Society have several permitted projects underway to eradicate various invasive plant species. This year we started to learn how to use a mobile phone app created
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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
Linda Loring Nature Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Nantucket Cottage Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Nantucket Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Old South Diner/Dragon by the Sea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Souza's Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Thai House Nantucket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 2015 PHOTO CONTEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All over the island
Eel Point 6 miles Sankaty Lighthouse 9.5 miles Tom Nevers Head 6.5 miles
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41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 9000
Annye’s Whole Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Bartlett's Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Cisco Brewers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Claudette's Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Great Point Natural History Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Hy-Line Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Island Bike Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Airport 3.5 miles Quaise 3.5 miles Squam 8.5 miles
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9 to 11 PM - Live Music Sara Farley performs at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road 10 PM to 12 AM - DJ Night at Met on Main Met on Main, 38 Main Street. 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Video Dance Party DJ Video Dance Party at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 7:50 AM - Birding Field Trip Birding Field Trip with Linda Loring Nature Foundation trips led by experienced ornithologist Vern Laux; destination depends on weather. Meet at 110 Eel Point Road for a 8:00 am departure. Bring binoculars. Free for LLNF Members and $10 for Non Members. 508-325-0873 8 AM - Swim Across America - Nantucket Island Open Water Swim Swim Across America began as a relay swim from Nantucket to Hyannis and has evolved to 16 open water swims and dozens of pool swims around the country. Local beneficiaries: Nantucket Cottage Hospital and Palliative and Supportive Care of Nantucket (PASCON). Volunteer or Donate www.wimacrossamerica.org/nantucket 8 to 9 AM - ACK Clean Team Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. Surfside Beach. Meet at the Parking Lot. www.ackcleanteam.org. 8 AM to 2:30 PM - Bloody Mary Bar at Met on Main Design your own Bloody Marys with our large selection of add-ins, mixers, garnishes, heat & tang. Met on Main, 38 Main Street. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 to 11 AM - Free Concert: Reid Moriarty Reid Moriarty is a versatile vocalist and seasoned performer on keyboard. He has a song in his heart and music on his lips. At the Pocket Park at the corner of Main & Fair sts. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11 AM - Spotlight Series Artist Talk Hear Spotlight Artist Chick Tennant discusses working in acrylics and oils during this free, informal talk in the Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington Street. 10 to 11 AM - Free Open Air Concert Reid Moriarty performs live in Fair Street Pocket Park. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 12 PM - Special Screening of “Fed Up” Join Cleveland Clinic’s CEO and President Toby Cosgrove, MD, for a special screening of ed Up and a discussion and Q&A following the film with wellness expert Dr. Mark Hyman. Free admission but limited seating: RSVP to 216-448-0116 or thomask@ccf.org Nantucket Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10 AM to 6 PM - Sara’s Sidewalk Sale Additional 50% Off already marked down Spring and Summer apparel, accessories and jewelry! Sara Campbell, 5 South Beach St. 508-680-1626 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Fashion Tales with Jay Calderin for Ages 10+ Tweens and teens explore fashion and reading through a variety of creative exercises that may include designing fashion and textiles, writing fairy tales
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and poetry, drawing comics and super heroes, and creating collages and zines. Registration required: nantucketatheneum.org 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Stacy Bass Author Stacy Bass will sign copies of her Book - Gardens At First Light, held at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Walking Tour A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20 , $15 for 65+ & teens, $5 for 7-1). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington St for ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board. 508-332-0953. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 11:30 AM - Brunch with a Free Squeeze Good Food, Good Spirits, Good Company! Brunch with a Free Squeeze! Held at The Brotherhood of Thieves, 23 Broad Street! 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Saturday Brunch Enjoy a glorious view while you savor a delicious Brunch at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet, 120 Wauwinet Road. Reserve Now! 508-228-8768 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1:30 PM - 4EZ Payments Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Saturdays: Sailors Valentines & U’u War Clubs. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2 to 4 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Live Music at Cisco Brewers 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 5 PM - Spirit & Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex: A Walking Play One-woman play depicting the lives of Capt. George Pollard, Jr., First Mate Owen Chase & Cabin Boy Thomas Nickerson & their harrowing experiences on whaleship Essex. Reservations required: 508-257-4586. Meet at Whaling Musem, 13 Broad St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15; Kids $10. 5 to 5:45 PM - Wine & Cheese on the Wine Deck Tasting of 8 wines, incl our reserve reds on the Wine Deck of Nantucket Vineyard, overlooking Cisco Brewers Courtyard. Learn how we make great wine. $25 or $40 with a cheese plate. Reservations recommended: 415548-0374; wineguy@ciscobrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Timbukblues Performs Live Timbukblues Performs at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Jess Clemons performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 to 7:30 PM - Underwater Photography with Diver Ben Phillips Join the NHA for an evening lecture with underwater photographer and Nantucket native Ben Phillips. From Southeast Asia to the Gulf Stream, Phillips’ photographs are amazing portraits of the ocean’s rarest and most diminutive dwellers & some of its most magnificent creatures! $10 at www.nha.org/tickets. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 6 to 9 PM - Jess Clemons Performs Live Live music at Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant at 4 Bathing Beach Road. continued on page 34
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6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 7 PM - “Into the Woods” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “I wish”: two words that have inspired some of the greatest fairy tales of our time, comprise the theme in Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical, Into the Woods. A baker and his wife, a girl in a red cape, a boy with magic beans and a maiden longing to escape her life of servitude, all seek to make their dreams come true. Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.
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8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Thar She Blows! Guaranteed Sightings on this thrilling offshore adventure! Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Cruise through Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800’s during the magnificent whaling era, and see some landmarks that still exist from that time. Coffee and a gift included in ticket price. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 2:30 PM - Bloody Mary Bar at Met on Main Design your own Bloody Marys with our large selection of add-ins, mixers, garnishes, heat & tang. Met on Main, 38 Main Street. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10 AM to 6 PM - Sara’s Sidewalk Sale Additional 50% Off already marked down Spring and Summer apparel, accessories and jewelry! Sara Campbell, 5 South Beach St. 508-680-1626 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508-2287477, 9 India Street. 11 AM to 3 PM - Brunch at Queequeg’s Enjoy an alfresco brunch in town, offered daily. Reservations at 508-3250922, 6 Oak Street. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed continued on page 35
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Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 11:30 AM - Brunch with a Free Squeeze Good Food, Good Spirits, Good Company! Brunch with a Free Squeeze! Held at The Brotherhood of Thieves, 23 Broad Street! 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch Enjoy a glorious view while you savor a delicious Brunch at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet, 120 Wauwinet Road. Reserve Now! 508-228-8768 1 PM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Sundays: Whaleboats & Whale Stamps. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington Street. 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea� Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 PM - “Into the Woods� by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “I wish�: two words that have inspired some of the greatest fairy tales of our time, comprise the theme in Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical, Into the Woods. A baker and his wife, a girl in a red cape, a boy with magic beans and a maiden longing to escape her life of servitude, all seek to make their dreams come true. Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 3 PM - “Other Desert Cities,� Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A riviting drama by Jon Robin Baitz, performed in TWN’s Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com continued on page 36
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3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 3:30 PM - Earth Got the Blues Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 4 PM - Met Live Summer Encores: The Merry Widow The great Renee Fleming stars as the beguiling femme fatale who captivates all Paris in Lehar’s enchanting operetta, seen in a new staging. Showing at The Dreamland Main Theatre, 17 South Water Street. Child/Senior $18 & Adult $20 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 5 to 7 PM - Evening at the Whaling Museum Join the NHA for Late Night at the Whaling Museum, with a special latenight screening of Nantucket, a film by Ric Burns, at 5:30 pm. 13 Broad Street. Members Free, Adults $10 & Ages 6-17 $5 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Julia Newman performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 to 7:15 PM - Free Sunday Night Band Concerts Woodford Line performs live at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Food & beverages sold at Children’s Cafe. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun)
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7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min. walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & 2 haunted hotels. $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 age 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by the bank, at 8:20pm. 10 to 1 PM - Annual Summer Contest Karaoke Karaoke Summer Long Contest. The finals are on Labor Day Weekend with over $2000 in cash prizes! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St.
MONDAY, AUGUST 24 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & the 1746 Windmill A 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Down streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min. early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 9 AM to 12:30 PM - Children’s Creative Movement Children’s Creative Movement on the bandstand with Marjory Trott, held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Fee charged/class 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. continued on page 37
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impact of Quakerism, whaling, effects of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whale ship Essex. Meet at corner of Main & Federal sts. $20; teens & seniors $15; Kids $10. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Mondays: Whale Mobiles & Whirligigs. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Timbukblues Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 5 PM - Children’s Ghost Hunt in Nantucket Town Join Robin & her raven on a ghostly adventure. Learn what to look for & how to become a Ghost Hunter. The ghost hunt is educational, exciting and lots of fun. Adults, 65+ & Teens $15, Children $10. Reservations Required 508-257-4586. All kids must be accompanied by adult.
10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks & Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet at The Nantucket Hotel, at 77 Easton St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15 & Kids $10. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 10:30 AM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 12:30 PM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 1 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket On this tour, hear about the founding settlers, Mary Coffin Starbuck & the
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Nantucket Dining Guide Bakeries Nantucket Bake Shop All the products you love at a new location Fresh pastries, baked goods, breads, NEW hot lunches
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 worldfamous 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 www.nantucketbakeshop.com a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website.
Nantucket Cookie Company
508-228-5814 2 Broad St., Steamboat Wharf
Open daily; we ship anywhere Small batch cookies from scratch
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 www.nantucketcookie.net we will ship anywhere in the USA!
Cisco Brewers 508-325-5929 Open Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 6:45pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm Beers brewed with the finest ingredients 5 Bartlett Farm Road At CISCO BREWERS we make BIG, all-grain beers in our tiny brewery using traditional methods, fine malts, and whole hops. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, we are the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Take the free shuttle from Visitor Services that starts at 12:30pm, or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. ciscobrewers.com
Clubs & Entertainment Rose & Crown
508-228-2595 23 South Water Street
THE ROSE & CROWN SEAFOOD PUB is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Not only do they offer a great menu with the freshest food at affordable prices, but their specialty drinks can’t be beat! And at 10 pm, the fun and frolic begins, with DJs, poker nights, karaoke every Thursday night, dance parties, and live jazz on Thursday. They have the largest TVs in town to watch football. THE ROSE & CROWN is the hottest spot in downtown Nantucket! www.theroseandcrown.com
Coffee Shops The Bean 508-228-6215 Open in 2 Locations! 4 India Street and in the new Stop-n-Shop Hot and Iced Coffees and Teas, Smoothies, Snacks THE BEAN offers coffee, espresso, cappuccino, lattes, mochas, and much more all prepared with coffee beans freshly roasted on-island by Nantucket Coffee Roasters and expertly brewed by our baristas. A variety of teas, cold beverages, and smoothies are also available, along with a tempting selection of snacks. Order to go or sit around the tables in their cozy cafe atmosphere. Whole beans are available directly from Nantucket Coffee Roasters: order from their website at www.NantucketCoffee.com. www.nantucketcoffee.com
Handlebar Café Open Mon Fri 630am -6pm, Sat & Sun 7am -6pm Coffee, community space, and killer wifi
508-825-5929 15 Washington Street
Welcome to HANDLEBAR - a community space disguised as a coffee shop! We provide an ideal in-town location for you to come and grab a favorite beverage. We serve up quality espresso drinks, freshly made pastries, and healthy snacks. Enjoy your experience with us while surfing the web on our free Wi Fi or conversing with friends. When you’re here you can count on being served by our knowledgable and smiling staff. The Handlebar Cafe brings people together over coffee. Stop in and see us! handlebar.coffee
Light Food & Take-Out Annye’s Whole Foods Prepared meals to take home, wine, organic foods
Atlas BBQ & Fish House
508-825-5495 130 Pleasant Street
Open Nightly from 5:30 pm Call in & Pick up! New, approachable, dynamic, fresh
atlasnantucket.com New, approachable, dynamic, fresh with a focus on the freshest smoked and grilled meats, fish and vegetables. The ATLAS menu features Brandt Gould’s authentic barbecue, grilled whole fish selections and vegetarian options all with bold clean flavors. Everything is made from scratch daily, no corners cut! Open 7 nights a week. NOW with a NEW Takeout Menu: Don’t miss our new New England Clambake ready to pick up & take to your favorite beach.
Bartlett’s Farm
508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road
Open every day 8-7pm. Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce
www.bartlettsfarm.com Did you know that 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? Stop in early for a muffin and freshly brewed coffee, or make it your lunchtime destination for a delicious change from the downtown crowds. BARTLETT’S even has prepared foods that you can take home and heat up for dinner and freshly baked pies you can serve for dessert. Don’t forget that BARTLETT’S also has the freshest island vegetables, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, and beautiful cut flowers.
Bartlett’s on the Wharf
508-228-9403 21 Old South Wharf
Open daily 9am-6pm Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce
www.bartlettsfarm.com Now you can find all the BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM products you need right in town on the Wharf! From fresh baked goods to fresh produce, with a great assortment of sandwiches and other foods-to-go. Eat fresh at Bartlett’s on the Wharf!
Centre Street Bistro
508-228-8470 29 Centre Street
Weekend Breakfast, Lunch Dinner; closed Tuesdays Outdoor patio dining in season
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508-228-4554 Open daily at 14 Amelia Drive
At ANNYE’S you’ll find fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious! Take them home for a hot lunch or a handy dinner. We also sell tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts. And you can choose a bottle of wine from our selection to accompany your meal. ANNYE’S is a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. We have plenty of parking. www.annyes.com
www.nantucketbistro.com The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful weekend breakfast, plus savory lunches and fabulous dinners Monday, Wednesdays-Saturdays (closed Tuesdays). Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MasterCard and Visa.
Claudette’s Catering Open daily 8am to 3pm Outdoor dining and catering
508-257-6622 Post Office Sq. Siasconset
Picnic in ‘Sconset! And a great place to stop to do it is CLAUDETTE’S on the square in ‘Sconset. CLAUDETTE’S is famous for their delicious sandwiches and their super special lemon cake. Pick up your order and picnic at a table on the porch at CLAUDETTE’S while you watch the relaxed activity in ‘Sconset Village, or take your picnic to the beach just around the bend. Open daily from 8am to 3pm. Please call for advance orders.
Easy Street Cantina One Nibble & You’re Hooked! Full Breakfast served all day
508-228-5418 corner of Easy & Broad sts.
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). 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, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our dining room or patio, or take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our bacon-eggand-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. Open Mon.-Sat. 6:30 am to 2 am and Sun. 7:30 am to 2 am. www.EasyStreetCantina.com
Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant 508-228-2279 Daily for Lunch, Buck-a-Shuck, Dinner 4 Bathing Beach Rd. at Jetties Beach Restaurant, Bar, & Beach Shop. Live Music Nightly! Come to JETTIES BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT great food, summer cocktails, gorgeous sunsets, and for all the fun you want to have at the beach! Buck-a-Shuck from 3-5 pm. Serving lunch every day from 11:30 to 4, and dinner nightly from 5pm. Bar opens at 11:30 every day. Our Beach Shop rents beach chairs & umbrellas and has all you need for your day at the beach on Nantucket. And, there’s plenty of parking! Open through Labor Day. Call about holding your next event or private party at JETTIES. www.thejetties.com
Lemon Press Organic Foods, Superfood Smoothies, Cold Press Juices & More
508-228-3800 Daily at 29 Centre St
This new island, “grab and go healthy” shop in the heart of downtown makes their products on site. Choices include a variety of organic coffee, freshly pressed cold juices and lemonade, freshly made sandwiches, and superfoods such as smoothies and Raw Bowls. Owners Darya and Rachel are committed to serving their customers healthy and delicious food items that are easy to take to the beach, to the boat, on a picnic, or home to the family. www.lemonpressnantucket.com
Old South Diner/Dragon by the Sea Open daily from 6 am to 10 pm American comfort food & authentic Chinese food
508-325-0100 57 Old South Road
Call OLD SOUTH DINER for fast and delicious takeout for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Under new management with a new menu, their hearty sandwiches are freshly made and filling. They have burgers, hot dogs, quesadillas, and pizza. And they are also Nantucket’s only Chinese Restaurant, DRAGON BY THE SEA, where you can order classic Chinese takeout like Egg Rolls and Dragon Ribs, Fried Rice and Lo Mein, General Tsao’s Chicken and Sweet & Sour Pork, and dozens of authentic Chinese specialties — all made in-house by an authentic Chinese chef! Dine-in, or Take-out. BYOB. Call for delivery to downtown Nantucket! oldsouthdiner.com
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508-228-SIAM (7426) Siam to Go Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 4-8pm, closed Sun. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices 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. www.siamtogonantucket.com
Sophie T’s Pizza
508-325-6265 7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct
Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm; Sun 12-8pm. Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more.
Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located mid-island at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice. www.sophietspizza.com
Sushi by Yoshi
508-228-1801 Daily 11:30am to 9pm at 2 East Chestnut Street
Sushi & classic Japanese dishes
A party is not a party without sushi! SUSHI BY YOSHI is open on East Chestnut Street, serving the best sushi and other Japanese delicacies. Stop by their Sushi Bar and sample from their new menu. The varied menu includes Nori Rolls in more than half a dozen varieties, Nigiri Sushi or Sashimi, Futo Maki, Futomake with fish, and more. YOSHI’s California Roll and Dynamite Roll combination makes a terrific lunch or evening snack! Also available are Dumplings, Noodles, Rice, and Miso Soup. Stop by YOSHI’s at 2 East Chestnut Street, around the corner from the Information Bureau on Federal Street. Call ahead for quick service. BYOB. www.sushibyyoshi.com Find us on FB.
Thai House Nantucket 508-680-1522 Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm Dine in or take out 118 Old South Road Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. You can dine in the cozy dining room, or order ahead for takeout. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com
Markets Annye’s Whole Foods Complete organic market & prepared meals
508-228-4554 Open daily at 14 Amelia Drive
Visit ANNYE’S in our new and larger location! You’ll find the best in organic foods, including Niman Ranch meats, free-range chicken, fruits and vegetables, and naturally-farmed wines from Italy, France, and California. Try ANNYE’S Culinary Concierge, offering fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious! Purchase tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts, or select from our all-organic bulk foods— grains, nuts, seeds, beans, fruits, and earth-friendly cleaning supplies. ANNYE’S carries the most effective supplements, herbal and homeopathic remedies, as well as skin and hair care products, to keep you feeling and looking great! We’re a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. Plenty of parking. www.annyes.com
Bartlett’s Farm Open every day 8-7pm. Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go
508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road
www.bartlettsfarm.com Grocery shop at BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM. Eggs, milk, cheese, coffee, and, of course, fresh vegetables. Freshly baked goods, as well as daily seasonal specialties prepared with farm fresh ingredients for take away. Ample parking and friendly faces.
Restaurants Arno’s Breakfast & Seafood Restaurant
508-228-7001 Breakfast 9-3, Lunch 11-3, Bar 9-3 41 Main Street New England Breakfast & Seafood of the Highest Quality at Reasonable Prices ARNO’S BREAKFAST AND SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, family owned and operated, is celebrating 56 years at 41 Main Street. Arno’s serves breakfast and lunch, all well patronized, in its comfortable and casual dining rooms. Breakfast is served from 9 to 3, lunch from 11 to 3, and you can dine at the Bar from 9 to 3. The menu offers best of season seafood, including oysters, mussels, seafood tacos, flounder, halibut, scallops, swordfish, salmon, and lobster. Please see page 5 for a selection from our menus. Arno’s is also well known for its full service bar, including bar dining. The bar is open from 9am (11am Sunday), serving the best ever Bloody Mary and Mimosa. Great selection of draft beers (8), wines by the glass, specialty cocktails, and liquors. Arno’s is centrally located on the historic downtown cobblestoned Main Street. The restaurant’s huge front windows, with a sunlit and historic brick interior, make for an inviting atmosphere. There is an equally attractive upstairs dining room also overlooking cobblestoned Main Street. From the Boat Basin, Arno’s is just a short walk along the cobblestones of Main Street on the right side. www.arnosnantucket.com
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Atlas BBQ & Fish House New, approachable, dynamic, fresh
508-825-5495 Nightly from 5:30 pm at 130 Pleasant Street
New, approachable, dynamic, fresh! Atlas offers an ambiance that you can enjoy with your family on any evening, on date night (first or 200th) or with your greatest friends. An approachable and dynamic atmosphere with focus on the freshest smoked and grilled meats, fish and vegetables. The menu features Brandt Gould’s authentic barbecue, grilled whole fish selections and vegetarian options all with bold clean flavors. Everything is made from scratch daily, no corners cut! Open 7 nights a week. atlasnantucket.com
Black-Eyed Susan’s 508-325-0308 Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10pm 10 India Street www.Black-EyedSusans.com Foreign & Domestic Cooking 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 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. They also serve hearty breakfasts featuring Huevos Rancheros, 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.
The Brotherhood of Thieves Open year-round from 11:30 am Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch
508-228-2551 23 Broad Street
www.brotherhoodofthieves.com THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, is an landmark island eatery, offering three dining areas: The original restaurant echoing 1840s Whaling Bar. Upstairs was recently renovated (great option for private parties). Outdoor patio provides relaxed/casual dining. All three bars are stocked with unique liquors to delight connoisseurs. Menu offers specials (fresh /organic ingredients), signature burgers, famous shoestring fries. Voted Best Chowder/Family Dining—Cape Cod Life and Best Nantucket Bar—Boston Magazine.
Centre Street Bistro Weekend Breakfast, Lunch Dinner, closed Tuesdays
508-228-8470 29 Centre Street
The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm, is an island favorite! They serve bountiful weekend breakfasts, from 8am to 1 pm; savory lunches Monday, Wednesdays-Saturday from 11:20 to 2pm; and fabulous dinners every evening but Tuesday from 5:30 pm. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MC and Visa accepted. www.nantucketbistro.com
Children’s Café Affordable Beachfront Dining
508-228-2284 Open Daily, 8 am to 8 pm at Childrens Beach
Enjoy breakfast on the beach at the new CHILDRENS CAFE at Children’s Beach. This sister restaurant to the popular Easy Street Cantina also serves sandwiches, seafood, and has an extensive menu for kids. Great food and a fantastic view! Open daily.
Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar 508-228-6005 Open daily 5:30am-9pm 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 and the longtime island favorite, Hutch’s Diner. 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. Our dining room, kitchen, and bar have been newly renovated as perfect compliments to our extensive beer, wine, and cocktail lists. 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. www.CrosswindsNantucket.com
Dune 508-228-5550 Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner Nightly from 6 to 10 pm 20 Broad Street Lunch from 11:30 to 2:30pm Where chic meets casual comfort. DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in our three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. Along with our exotic quartzite bar and charming patio we offer 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. www.DuneNantucket.com
Easy Street Cantina 508-228-5418 Open daily! One Nibble & You’re Hooked! corner of Easy & Broad sts. Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day! EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf. 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. Enjoy in our spacious dining room or on our outside patio beside the water. We serve breakfast all day, and offer our Omelette Bar from 8-11:30 am. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. Open Mon.-Sat. 6:30 am to 2 am and Sun. 7:30 am to 2 am.
The Faregrounds Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily Affordable Family Dining
508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road
FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the bustling energy of Pudley’s Pub, the cool
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ocean breeze on our deck, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by Daily Specials, Early Birds and a different All You Can Eat every night. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is a terrific venue to celebrate any occasion. No party is too big or too small, and we have plenty of parking to accommodate all your guests. 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 www.thefaregrounds.com/ while enjoying those who matter.
Fifty-Six Union Open Tues.-Sat. Bar opens at 5, Dinner starts at 5:30 Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff
508-228-6135 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 that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner Tues-Sat from 5:30 pm;. Patron dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. For dinner, Chef Peter Janelle prepares a creative Fish Special and a tempting Vegetarian Pasta du Jour. 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. www.fiftysixunion.com
foood for here & there
508-228-4291 Open daily at 6:30am for breakfast, lunch, dinner, & snacks Pizza, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Delivery! 149 Lower Orange St foood for here and there is the place to go for great food at reasonable prices. Rated the Best Pizza on Nantucket, foood serves small, medium, large, and deep dish pizzas at the lowest price on the island. At foood for here and there, you can have a quick lunch for under $6.00. We also offer specialty pizzas, including Mexican, Summer White, and Tropic Rocky, a variety of sandwiches and subs on freshly baked rolls, delicious salads, burgers, lasagna, spicy wings, and more! Stop in our casual and fun location at Lower Orange Street. If you’re in a hurry to get home or to the beach, call ahead with your order. www.fooods.com
Kitty Murtagh’s
508-325-0781 Lunch 11:30-5; Dinner from 5 pm; Sunday Brunch 11:20-2:30 Nantucket’s Only Irish Pub & Restaurant 4 West Creek Road
In Ireland, pubs are places to socialize, relax & maybe conduct a little business. Owners John Keane and Caroline Montgomery are continuing that tradition on Nantucket at KITTY MURTAGH’S. Named after John’s grandmother, everything about Kitty’s is eclectic and fun. Decorated with Irish signs, antiques, and furniture, the pub exudes authenticity. Relax & enjoy traditional hearty fare. Join us downstairs in our intimate dining room for entrees like Kitty’s Pork Schnitzel or Guiness Battered Fish-n-Chips. Nightly seafood specials draw from Nantucket’s local catch. You can add Nantucket’s best soup & salad bar to any entree for just a few dollars. Top it all off with a pint of Guinness in a traditional 20-oz glass. Live music every Wed. & Fri. night. www.kittymurtaghs.com
Met on Main
508-325-5111 Open daily for brunch, lunch, dinner, & late night 38 Main Street Indoor & outdoor patio dining; tiki cocktails, Bloody Mary Bar, and more!
A charming American bistro using the highest quality ingredients; spanking fresh fish, prime steaks & signature burgers. Dinner & cocktails are served nightly. Brunch is served daily featuring a pancake bar. On the Weekend The MET offers a Bloody Mary Bar where you can design your own. Relax and enjoy the beautiful back patio where people meet for lunch and late night cocktails. Come by late night for our $4.99 Burgers from 10 to 11:30pm. Entertainment is offered, please check for schedules. & don’t forget our very Special Twin Lobster Wednesdays$34.99. There’s always something happening at The MET. metonmain.com
Nabe
508-228-5031 Serving Lunch, Dinner, Bar menu 10:30am -10pm 31 Easy Street Bar open till 1 am a one-of-a-kind addition to the island’s dining scene At nabe, Chef Jonathan White uses local and artisan ingredients to produce a variety of classic and creative skillet mac-and-cheese, entree salads, burgers & bites, and fresh local seafood in deliciously innovative dishes. Sushi like no other on Nantucket is created at nabe by an island master! This new eatery and nightspot is Reubin Simantov’s vision: “I found a diamond in the rough, and with a team of experts, I’m shaping it into a beautiful gem for the island restaurant scene... welcome to nabe!” nabeack.com
Old South Diner/Dragon by the Sea Open daily from 6 am to 10 pm American comfort food & authentic Chinese food
508-325-0100 57 Old South Road
OLD SOUTH DINER has something for everyone! Bring the whole family and feast on their finger foods, burgers and hot dogs, quesadillas, wraps, and hot and cold subs & sandwiches. They serve more than a dozen specialty pizzas or you can build your own with their 27 toppings. They are also the location of Nantucket’s only Chinese Restaurant, DRAGON BY THE SEA, where you can order classics like Egg Rolls and Dragon Ribs, Fried Rice and Lo Mein, General Tsao’s Chicken and Sweet & Sour Pork, or try their specialties — all made in-house by an authentic Chinese chef! Under new management with a new menu. Dine-in, or Take-out. BYOB. Call for delivery to downtown Nantucket! oldsouthdiner.com
The Proprietors bar & table 508-228-7477 Dinner nightly from 5:30pm; Sunday Brunch 11-2 9 India St www.proprietorsnantucket.com An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes The menu at The Proprietors borrows techniques & flavors from global cuisines while celebrating local ingredients. Executive Chef/Co-Owner Tom Berry serves an adventurous selection of sharable plates and dishes hot off the plancha with a strong focus on imaginative seafood, vegetable, and grain presentations. Dinner is served nightly from 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch is served from 11am to 2 pm. The Proprietors bar opens nightly at 5pm.
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508-325-0992 Queequegs Brunch Daily 11am-3pm. Dinner from 5:30pm. Tree bar weather permitting The locals’ choice for intimate in-town dining 6 Oak Street Nestled on a side street behind the Atheneum, QUEEQUEG’S offers a romantic spot for dinner in a fun bistro setting with an intimate bar scene. The cozy dining room, with it’s warm color scheme and eclectic artwork, radiates comfort. Our patio is a fun retreat from the hustle and bustle of town. QUEEQUEG’S menu pushes the envelope of “American Eclectic” and takes you on a culinary voyage that blends home-style comfort food with European flavors. Our chef has honed his skills to the point where every bite resonates with love-it-in-an-instant flavor. In the heart of down town, QUEEQUEG’S is the local secret that’s finally out. www.queequegsnantucket.com
Rose & Crown Lunch & Dinner from 11:30am-10pm, open til 1am
508-228-2595 23 South Water Street
THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by and check out our new menu, served continuously from 11:30 am, with great food at reasonable prices! We serve delicious favorite finger foods like Nachos, Rum & Brown Sugar Shrimp Skewers, and Clam Fritters. There are freshly made soups and salads, burgers, quesadillas and sandwiches, along with wraps for a light meal. ROSE & CROWN entrees include Pasta Primavera, Shrimp Scampi, and a wide variety of amazing burgers (try the Cubano Burger). Come down to South Water Street and check our daily blackboard specials. Always family www.theroseandcrown.com friendly — children’s menu available.
The Ships Inn 508-228-0040 Dinner Wed-Sun from 5:30pm; Dory Bar open 5 ‘til close 13 Fair Street www.shipsinnnantucket.com American Brasserie The diverse menu features a variety of seasonal specials and Ships Inn favorites. The food is presented with understated elegance and fresh, bold flavors that will make your visit a memorable one. Stop in for a drink at our Dory Bar and check out our menu. Surely you’ll want to stay for dinner. Reservations are recommended but not necessary, walk-ins are welcomed. Dinner is served Wed.-Sun. from 5:30 pm; Dory Bar opens at 5 pm.
Siam to Go 508-228-SIAM (7426) Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 4-8pm, closed Sun. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices 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. www.siamtogonantucket.com
Sophie T’s Pizza Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm; Sun 12-8pm. Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more.
508-325-6265 7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct
Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located mid-island at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice. www.sophietspizza.com
Sushi by Yoshi
508-228-1801 Daily 11:30am to 9pm. Call for extended weekend hours www.sushibyyoshi.com Sushi & classic Japanese dishes 2 East Chestnut Street A party is not a party without sushi! SUSHI BY YOSHI is open on East Chestnut Street, serving the best sushi and other Japanese delicacies. Stop by their Sushi Bar and sample from their new menu. The varied menu includes Nori Rolls in more than half a dozen varieties, Nigiri Sushi or Sashimi, Futo Maki, Futomake with fish, and more. YOSHI’s California Roll and Dynamite Roll combination makes a terrific lunch or evening snack! Also available are Dumplings, Noodles, Rice, and Miso Soup. Stop by YOSHI’s at 2 East Chestnut Street, around the corner from the Information Bureau on Federal St. Call ahead for quick service. BYOB
Thai House Nantucket
508-680-1522 Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm Dine in or take out 118 Old South Road Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. You can dine in the cozy dining room, or order ahead for takeout. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com
TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, & Dinner Nothing is ordinary, not even the view!
508-228-8768 Bayview Dining at The Wauwinet
Located at The Wauwinet overlooking Nantucket Bay, award-winning TOPPER’S offers one of the most spectacular views on the island. Enjoy a superb prix fixe or a la carte dinner in the intimate dining room or relax outdoors on the casual TOPPER’S Deck. Cocktails on the lawn at sunset are another special treat. For brunch, lunch, or dinner, you can arrive via a scenic one-hour water taxi cruise or catch our complimentary jitney (both depart from the White Elephant). Now serving brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Dress is smart casual; reservations recommended. www.toppersrestaurant.com
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508-325-TOWN (8696) Town Brunch Daily 11am to 3pm; Dinner nightly from 5:30pm. Be adventurous, go to Town 4 East Chestnut Street
Souza’s Seafood Open 9am-6pm with a full selection of seafood Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing
508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane
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TOWN Restaurant is a Global cuisine wonderland, offering uplifted dishes sourced from every corner of the globe. Taste our tantalizingly bold, sumptuous flavors within a cool, casual, sexy Eastern-styled lounge. Offering traditional dishes with a twist; Ancho Dusted Shrimp & Grits, and Red Thai Curry Chicken all capture your taste buds and transport you to another land! Town is conveniently located on East Chestnut St.; our inviting dining lounge and patio with Asian accents brings you to paradise, making this a memorable dining experience! Be www.TownNantucket.com adventurous, go to TOWN!
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SOUZA’S SEAFOOD, under the red and white flag on Trotter’s Lane, offers a full line of quality seafoods both fresh and frozen: steamers, littlenecks, cherrystones, lobsters, swordfish, crabmeat, escargot, shrimp, quahogs, and much more! Only at SOUZA’S can you get delicious smoked scallops, their secret recipe stuffed quahogs, homemade chowder base and Nantucket bay scallops frozen within 20 minutes of shucking (the freshest tasting frozen scallops). 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 and bay scallops to take off-island with you.
Wine & Spirits Epernay Wine & Spirits Open daily 10 am to 9 pm; Island Delivery #WineExpertonACK
508-228-2755 1 North Beach Street
Épernay is the only Sommelier Owned + Operated wine store on island. Offering Beer, Wine + Liquor, along with exclusive Wine Tastings + Events and Beverage Catering for your next affair. 1 N Beach Street, on the corner of Easton Street near the White Elephant and The Nantucket Hotel | We Deliver, Gift Cards Available + Parking in Back | www.epernayfinewine.com | 508.228.2755| fb: EpernayWineAndSpiritsNantucket | twitter: www.epernayfinewine.com EpernayWines | instagram: epernay_wineandspirits
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Cakes for all occasions! Bartlett’s Farm is at 21 Old South Wharf with farm-grown produce, sandwiches, snacks, drinks, pastries, coffee & more! 17-1/2 Old South Rd
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Featured Restaurant: Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant
Time to Discover this Seasonal Gem There’s really only one place on Nantucket Island where you can stop by after the beach for freshly shucked raw bar treats and a cold beer, where you can enjoy cocktails on the beach at sunset with your sweetheart, and where you can bring the whole family for a delicious sit-down dinner with live music without breaking the bank. If you know Nantucket, then you know we’re talking about The Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant — and if you’ve never been there, then it’s time you discovered this seasonal gem! August on Nantucket is house-guest season, and last week every spare room and pull-out was occupied with daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren. We knew that The Jetties was the perfect place to take the whole gang to dinner! Parking is easy, even in August. They’ve got a range of menu items from freshly made pizza and lobster roll to Surf’n Turf and pasta and seafood entrees. And for your last toast to summer on Nantucket you can choose from a great selection of Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings wine by the glass and by the bottle, The Jetties housemade Sangria (Red with lemon, lime, and orange or White with lemon, lime, and peach), hard cider or beer, a frozen mudslide or daiquiri, or one of their specialty martinis. We recommend the Jetties Bloody Mary, but if you are having a very special toast, then it’s their very special Veuvelicious that you’ll want to share! We needed two cars to bring the whole family, so the group that included the 3-year-old left a little early so he could burn off some of his limitless energy on the playground and on the beach before dinner. When the rest of us arrived, we were seated at one of the big blue picnic tables on the lower deck with a high chair tucked at one end. One of the things we love about The Jetties (and there are many) is that with the size of the Caprese Salad with Lobster place and differ-
ent levels, adults who arrive without children can have a great time and not even hear the squeals and giggles that come with the families. Staff and Fried Calamari servers at Jetties always seem like they are having as much fun as the guests. Many are seasoned professionals fully able to handle the summer rush efficiently and with smiles. In just a single page The Jetties dinner menu covers a lot of preferences, and every dish, even the finger foods, is very well done—much better than you might assume you’d get at a “beach bar.” We started with several plates for sharing. The basket of Fried Calamari is perfect for passing around the table. Rings and tentacles are tender and dipped in a batter that fries up light and crunchy. These tasty morsels are served with a citrus-chili dipping sauce that adds just a spark of heat and loads of flavor. The Brie Cheese Plate is designed for sharing, with wedges of brie, wedges of warm and crusty multi-grain ciabatta, and sweet fig preserves. This appetizer pairs deliciously with a Duckhorn Decoy Sauvignon Blanc or a Canella Prosecco. Consider going to The Jetties between 3 and 5 pm to get a bottle of their beach bubbly while you savor their daily Buck-a-Shuck, and then follow it up with this brie plate. Our mistake in ordering the Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings was that we didn’t get two orders! These are so good that the last one in the basket nearly started a family feud. Moist and meaty, the wings are dipped in a batter that contains the “buffalo spice,” so they’re not coated in a sloppy sauce but they have all the flavor you want. There’s some heat, but not too much for the lit-
The Jetties Lobster Pizza
Don’t Feel Like Cooking? Our lobster dinners come with 1 1/4 lb. lobster with cracked claws, ear of corn and red bliss potatoes, served with fresh lemon and butter for $29.99! Add a cup of New England Clam Chowder for $4 Add half dozen steamed littleneck clams for $6
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tle one in our party who won the toss for the last wing. Pizzas at The Jetties are perfect for sharing. The 12-inch crusts are thin but flexible enough to fold and sturdy enough to hold the toppings. Seven specialty pizzas are offered, and you can customize your own from thirteen additional toppings. Four Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo of the pizzas (Margherita, Pepperoni, Proscuitto, and Sausage & Mushroom) are prepared with a housemade marinara under the toppings. Two (Caprese and Greek Veggie) feature an alfredo sauce, which sounds heavy but is not and is sensational with the mushrooms, black olives, sweet roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, feta, and arugula that comprise the summertime treat that is their Greek Veggie Pizza. Another of our favorites is The Jetties Lobster Pizza—for this the chef tops a red pepper cream sauce with mozzarella and scatters over crumbled goat cheese and chunks of fresh lobster meat. Just before serving this pizza is garnished with a handful of fresh arugula. We can think of no better way to enjoy lobster at the beach... Unless you order the Caprese Salad with Lobster that our server K.C. recommended. The Caprese Salad served here has long been one of our favorites, particularly in August, when local tomatoes are ripe and sweet and juicy. And we consider The Jetties Lobster Salad to be among the best served on the island. We not sure why we never combined them before, but we will definitely order this again! The combination of fresh lobster salad with herbs and a light dressing with the fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, shredded basil, and balsamic glaze is a perfect island summertime treat! Entrees at The Jetties can be beach dining classics like their Surf & Turf with grilled filet mignon and lobster tail with fingerling potatoes, and corn-onthe-cob or their Lobster Dinner with a 1-1/4 pounder steamed, fingerling potatoes, and corn-onthe-cob. Or you can order a pasta dish, one of their special risotto entrees, or the evening special, which usually features whatever island fishermen landed that day. We opted for Grilled Striped Bass
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some of each. Grilled Striped Bass was the evening special, and it was simple and simply delicious! The thick “steak” was grilled till it was cooked through, the exterior golden and the interior coming apart in big, moist flakes. The bass was served over arugula risotto with a dollop of cilantro-lime butter melting down into the fish. Superb! Another great seafood choice at The Jetties is their Grilled Atlantic Salmon. The generously sized salmon steak is moist and flavored with a slightly smoky char from the grill. It’s served over risotto tossed with roasted tomatoes, slices of black olive, and a chopped basil—a flavor combination that is delightful with the salmon. From the pasta selection we ordered our favorite dish at The Jetties: their Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo. Someone in our group orders this every time we dine at Jetties, and every time it is marvelous! The very tender 7-ounce filet mignon, cooked perfectly to temperature, is served over linguini in alfredo sauce. Gorgonzola cheese is crumbled overtop and drizzles of balsamic add a final tangy touch. Lemon Chicken New this season and also very tasty is the Lemon Chicken. There are a lot of different flavors in this dish—roasted tomato, garlic, sauteed mushrooms, broccoli and a luscious white wine, lemon, and butter sauce—but they don’t overpower the grilled chicken breast. As tempted as we were by the dessert offerings of Key Lime Pie, Cheesecake, and Chocolate Mousse Cake, we had to pass. Portions at The Jetties are very generous, and we went home with enough left over for lunch the next day. The Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant 4 Bathing Beach Road at Jetties Beach thejetties.com • 508-228-2279 Full Service Lunch 11:30 am-4 pm • Takeout Lunch 11:30 am-4 pm Bar opens at 11:30 am • Buck a Shuck from 3-5 pm Full Service Dinner starts at 5 pm Dinner entrees range from $16.50 to $36.50 (most between $18-$23) Pizzas from $14 to $22.50 Reservations not accepted; parties seated when all are present Kid’s menu • Sheltered and open air outdoor & beach seating Live Music • Full liquor license • major credit cards accepted The Jetties can be rented for private celebrations & weddings See their video at NantucketWeddings.com plenty of parking and next to an NRTA shuttle stops
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Advertiser Directory Adventure / Eco-Tours Linda Loring Nature Foundation
508.325.0873 110 Eel Point Road
Open Daily - Experience Nature! 86 Acres of Outdoor Classroom
www.llnf.org The LLNF: a “living laboratory” providing the canvas to understand the property’s natural resources through research; to create education programs that develop curiosity about the natural world; to work with island schools to increase environmental literacy; to fulfil Linda Loring’s dream of creating a center on Nantucket where children connect with nature.
Shearwater Excursions
508-228-7037 Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Yankee Magazine Editors’ Pick for Best Eco-Tour
The most well known water tours and adventure tours of Nantucket. Whales, seals, harbor tours, clamming excursions, fly-boarding and more. Private tours and excursions as well. Call or drop by slip 1011 on Straight Wharf, Nantucket. www.shearwaterexcursions.com
Antiques The Antiques Depot Open daily - End-of-season THANK YOU SALE! One of Nantucket’s oldest & finest antique shops
508-228-1287 23 Federal Street
Apparel & Accessories One-stop shop for the all American timeless look
508.825.0915 Daily from 10am at 21 Main St
BENRUS, is a military inspired lifestyle brand and a one-stop shop for the all American timeless look; from men and women’s apparel including denim, graphic tee’s and button downs to accessories and watches. BENRUS also sells an exclusive line of Bourbon and Bowtie bangles available at their 21 Main Street location and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BENRUSnantucket www.benrus.com
Blue Beetle
508-228-3227 Open daily at 12 Main Street
Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, & Gifts
Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends and family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main Street is the premier destination on Nantucket for everything from ladies’ apparel to unique jewelry to monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build and design a necklace all your own. Need a new outfit for dinner, a party or a night on the town? We offer a great selection of dresses, tops, bottoms, scarves, wraps, shoes and handbags. We proudly carry designers like Elizabeth McKay, Jude Connally, Kut from the Kloth, Julie Brown, Joules, and MZ Wallace bags. Our specialty gift items include Nantucket ornaments, picture frames, photo albums, signs and cufflinks. Don’t forget that we can monogram tote bags, jewelry, iPhone/iPad covers and outdoor entertaining items. Shop year-round in store or visit us online. www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com
C J Laing
774-333-3935 44 Centre Street
Open daily through Columbus Day. Resort clothing and accessories
cjlaingshop.com Palm Beach chic destination C J Laing has come to Nantucket! They are known for their use of genuine hand-loomed ikat cloth, sophisticated evening coats, and metallic glazed linen pants. Their fabulous silk crepe de chine blouses in original prints and breezy cover-ups and kaftans are perfect for island summers. Now offering luxe cashmeres for Fall. C J Laing on Centre Street is the exclusive purveyors of Stubbs and Wootton shoes for women and men.
Island Cashmere Cashmere, accessories, shoes
508-228-7611 Open Daily at 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.
Johnstons of Elgin Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry
508-228-5450 4 Federal Street
johnstonscashmere.com A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
Joy West Collection Open Daily - Experience Joy! Designer Inspired Jewelry & Fashions
Collection at 14 South Water St., across from the Dreamland Theater, brings you Joy’s stunning collection of exclusive jewelry and fashion items at irresistible prices! Joy’s NEW “Italian Linen & Baroque Pearls” and genuine Druzy collections are the season’s stunners. The gorgeous “St. Bart’s Collection” of colorful resort wear made from 100% fine cotton with handmade embroidered details is a showstopper! Come by & see the amazing collection Joy www.joyjewelry.com has searched the world to bring you!
Letarte Open daily from 10 am Swimwear & Clothing for Island Living
508.228.7946 (SWIM) 5 South Water St (behind Pollacks)
Maui-inspired swim and cover-up label, LETARTE, is island-hopping from Hawaii’s beaches to the New England seacoast and has opened a new Nantucket store. Located at 5 South Water Street (across from The Nautilus on Cambridge St), the Letarte Boutique will be open daily from 10am and will feature their collection of swimwear, caftans and cover-ups along with Maui-designer jewelry, towels, and signature lotion and oil. www.letarteswimwear.com
Milly and Grace
508-901-5051 2 Washington Street
Open every day, 10 to 6 Clothing, Accessories, Home Decor, Gifts
www.millyandgrace.com Inspired by her sassy grandmother Milly and her sweet grandmother Grace, the owner decided to open a shop with them in mind. Our fabulously feminine boutique has the perfect pieces to make you and your home feel pretty and polished. If you are looking for cute clothes, jazzy jewels, adorable accessories, haute home décor or gorgeous gifts, MILLY & GRACE is the place!
Murray’s Outlet Warehouse
One of Nantucket’s oldest and finest antiques shops, THE ANTIQUES DEPOT offers an exciting and unusual collection of 17th, 18th and 19th century furniture, art, accessories, and an extensive collection of decoys. Stop by their new location at 23 Federal St. and browse through a shop filled with treasures. Proprietors Howard B. Chadwick and Jack Fritsch have more than 43 years of experience on Nantucket, and you’ll find their prices reasonable. THE NantucketAntiquesDepot.com ANTIQUES DEPOT is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
BENRUS
August 20 - 26, 2015
508-325-4400 14 S. Water Street
Joy West Collection; Nantucket’s BEST value for faux & fine jewelry and more! Joy West
Open 10:30 to 5 Mon-Sat. Quality merchandise at outlet prices starting at 50% off!
508-228-3584 New Street
If you walk down Orange Street for about a 10-minute stroll, you will come to New Street on your right and there you will find the bargain center of Nantucket Island — MURRAY’S OUTLET WAREHOUSE, the retail outlet with quality merchandise at outlet prices. This is the only bargain center on the Island where you can find name brands of outstanding quality in both ladies’ and men’s sportswear and shoes at fantastically low prices. If you are looking for shoes, slacks, blouses, jackets, dresses, coats or almost anything else, it pays to go to the WAREHOUSE and find some unexpected bargains. All new merchandise at prices you won’t www.nantucketreds.com believe, but this outlet is for real!
Murray’s Toggery Shop Mon-Sun. from 10-6 - Summer Sale! Classic & Updated 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, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. www.nantucketreds.com
Nantucket Whaler
wearingwhales.com
available online & in The Sail Loft, 4 So Water St Comfortable clothing designed on Nantucket Our products are designed on and shipped from Nantucket. Well-crafted and resilient like the island itself, our clothes are so comfortable that you will wear them more often than you probably should. Our made in New England oxfords long to be untucked, our 1837 Rugbywear is as tough as a flanker, and our Captain’s Blazer will travel with you again and again. Available on-island at The Sail Loft, 4 So. Water St and online at wearingwhales.com
Nobby Shop Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages
508-228-1030 17 Main Street Box 538, Nantucket, MA 02554
Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices. Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and year-round. Fax number: 508-228-6568. www.nobbyshop.com
Peter Beaton down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street
508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street
PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients (Hillary Clinton, Barbara Bush, Ashley Judd, Martha Stewart, Liv Tyler, Tommy Hilfiger, and more) as it is for its custom fitted straw hats & handbags, classic striped sailor shirts, and signature hatboxes, Peter Beaton proudly offers “all the best for your family—from hat to toe.” Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St. www.peterbeaton.com
Sara Campbell 508-680-1626 Seaside Essentials: beachwear, accessories, jewelry 5 South Beach St. Sara’s Sidewalk Sale is Back August 21-23; an extra 50% off already marked down spring & summer items! 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. Visit Sara Campbell at 5 South Beach to find the perfect look … see you soon!
Scrub Oak Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.
508-228-2458 10 Straight Wharf
Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature both lesser-known and perennially admired designers
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such as: Ace&Jig, Matta, Loup Charmant, Isobel & Cleo, TEN, Lauren Manoogian, John Derian, Doug Johnston, Astier de Villatte, A Peace Treaty, Baggu, I. Ronni Kappos, and Jeanne Van Etten. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, artwork by John Carruthers, and a small selection of furniture from John Derian. www.scruboakstore.com
Serenella Nantucket 508-228-3400 Open Sun.-Wed. 10am-7pm; Thurs.-Sat. 10am-8pm 9B South Beach Street The latest Ready-To-Wear and Accessories from the best in American & European fashion Since its inception in 1980, Serenella has been on a mission to bring the best in women’s luxury fashion to Boston and Nantucket. Listed as one of Elle Magazine’s Top 50 Boutiques in the World, Serenella offers a carefully edited selection of elegant Parisian apparel, fine Italian raiment and luxurious American sportswear. Featuring Acne Studios, Bottega Veneta, Cedric Charlier, Calvin Klein, Delfina Delettrez, Dezso by Sara Beltrán, Giambattista Valli, Jupe by Jackie, K. Jacques, Lisa Marie Fernandez, Lucien Pellat-Finet, Marco De Vincenzo, Massimo Alba, Michael Kors, Normal Kamali, Orlebar Brown, Stella McCartney X Adidas, www.serenella-boston.com Roberto Cavalli, and more.
Style Paris 44 Main Street Bargain Basement: 70% off!
508-325-6600 Mon.-Sat., 9am to 7pm; Sun. 9am to 6pm
Style Paris is a luxury women’s wear brand specializing in custom and made to measure. All designs are manufactured in France, with stores in New York, Palm Beach, and here in Nantucket. Stop by today, or call to set up an appointment with our designer, Monday through Saturday 9-7 and 9-6 on Sundays. This week visit our Bargain Basement — “the chicest basement in Nantucket” with 70% off! www.styleparis.com
The Proprietors bar & table Serving Dinner Nightly bar opens at 5pm, dinner from 5:30pm Sunday Brunch 11am to 2pm Call for reservations
9 India Street | 508 228 7477
Art Reproduction, Posters, & Printing
Sail Endeavor
The UPS Store 508-325-8884 Large format Digital Printing, Family Photos, Posters, & more Open Mon-Sat Locally owned and operated 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)
a Nantucket tradition. established 1982
THE UPS STORE now makes high quality, full color art reproductions. You’ll hardly tell the difference! The banners and posters they print for you will get your message across— stop in and see their samples! THE UPS STORE also 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. Their professional service and expert advice is unmatched. Also, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!
1-1/2-HOUR TRIPS DEPART DAILY 10AM 1PM 4PM $45 PER PERSON 7PM SUNSET
Artists Association of Nantucket
508-228-0294 Open daily at 19 Washington St.
The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET’s J. Cecelia & Seward Johnson Gallery is the only gallery that exclusively shows the work of Nantucket artists. Over the years, it has become the primary source for art on the island. The downtown building hosts a year-round schedule of changing member exhibitions by established island artists and emerging local talent, as well as juried shows, featured artist shows, auctions, and community-oriented arts events like our annual museum-quality exhibition drawn from the AAN Permanent Collection. The two hundred artist members who exhibit here are residents of Nantucket and their work ranges from paintings to sculpture to photography to a wide variety of media. Take a look at our schedule and join us for one or several of our many wonderful art classes. nantucketarts.org
G. S. Hill Gallery Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill
508-228-1353 Daily at 40 Straight Wharf
G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily and celebrating over three decades at 40 Straight Wharf. His original oil and watercolor paintings capture 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. www.gshill.com
Hostetler Gallery
508-228-5152 Open Daily: “Donn Russell is Back” opens Fri, Aug. 21, Reception 6-8pm Contemporary sculptures, paintings, & works on paper 42 Centre St HOSTETLER GALLERY exhibits the sculpture, prints and paintings of David Hostetler, abstract oil paintings by Power Boothe and Xanda McCagg, fine art prints by Art Werger. We are the exclusive agents for Nantucket artist Donn Russell. Hostetler bronze sculptures grace two New York City locations. Exotic and American species are used in his wood sculpturethe largest being 13 feet tall. Boothe’s textural and minimalist oils are in all the major New York City museums. Werger’s mezzotints, etchings and aquatints take an old world technique to modern aesthetics; also museum collected. McCagg’s oils take color abstractions to a new level. Art ranges from intimate small formats to monumental. Jazz concerts on occasional Friday evenings. Selling art for 40 years on Nantucket. ““Donn Russell is Back” opens Friday, Aug. 21, with a reception from 6-8pm www.DavidHostetler.com, www.hostetlergallery.com
Ireland Galleries 508-228-1907 Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art! Open Daily at 13 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.
Made on Nantucket Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts
508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf
MADE ON NANTUCKET is open for the season at 18 Old South Wharf. Don’t miss the new S&K Collection of vintage bakelite with a contemporary twist! New 2015 artists include Buzz Williams and Andrew Jackson. We also offer paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson,
$55 PER
PERSON
Captain James Genthner Slip #1015 • Straight Wharf
Artists & Galleries Check the Calendar for openings
SAIL
AT:
508-228-5585
NANTUCKET ARTWORKS Fine Art in a Relaxed Setting
29 Nantucket Artists
Barrett’s Island
TOURS
see highlights of Town & Sconset Village guided by NATIVE ISLANDERS who KNOW Nantucket.
All Mediums Endless Possibilities Antique Nantucket Maps
Our bus is air-conditioned, with reclining seats and large windows.
31 Centre Street
FROM FEDERAL STREET (across from the Information Center)
(corner Chestnut and Centre)
508.228.6640 www.NantucketArtworks.com
9:30AM & 12:30PM DAILY DEPARTURE
Charter Service Also Available ph: 508.228.0174
fax:
508.228.3823
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Rod Cole, and Lisa Maxell. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Anne Terry, Kathleen Duncombe, Sarah Hutton, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American Indian jewelry (dead pawn). Open daily.
Miki Lovett - Textile & Print Artist Studio by Appointment
508-332-2553 Unique Textile and Print Art and Accessories
Miki shows regularly at the Artists Association of Nantucket. To visit her studio, please call 508-332-2553. www.mikilovett.com
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art Folk Art, antiques, prints, nautical art, ship models
508-325-7463 167 Orange Street
On the Gallery side of NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART you’ll see the work of many local artists including originals by folk artist Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. Through a partnership with Nantucket Stock Exchange, they also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, and ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop and treasures such as carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards carved by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. He is responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s antiques and collectibles are made. Shipping available. Year-round. www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com
Pete’s Fresh Fish Prints The only genuine Nantucket Gyotaku
508-325-1842 Open daily at 17 Old South Wharf
Gyotaku is the art of creating prints of genuine fish on delicate handmade rice paper. This art form captures and reproduces the exact characteristics and features of an individual fish. First practiced in the early 1800s in Asia, Gyotako provided an accurate means of measuring and recording a commercial fisherman’s actual catch. At PETE’S FRESH FISH PRINTS, Pete’s art expresses a variety of compositions, textures, and colors through this unique art form, breaking through yet keeping with the traditional boundaries. Stop by to see his unique art and variety of holiday gifts, including prints, notecards, placemats, coasters, and serving trays. www.freshfishprints.com
Philip Bloom Gallery
508-825-5973 Tuesday-Sunday 10am-6pm; “Future Perfect” 117 Orange Street Contemporary art, exhibiting work of emerging artists from around the world Philip Bloom Gallery is pleased to announce FUTURE PERFECT, a group exhibition featuring work by Halsey Hathaway, Alexander T. Oleksyn and Rebecca Ward. Halsey Hathaway’s large scale paintings explore the complexities of space through the intersections of analogous colors and precise forms. Alexander T. Oleksyn paints in an intimate scale that allows for the precise examination of the linear form. And Rebecca Ward is consistently blending art historical techniques with non-traditional materials to establish her own contemporary movement. FUTURE PERFECT will be on display through August 23 in the gallery at 117 Orange Street. philipbloomgallery.com
Robert Foster Fine Art Artist Reception August 21 6-9pm Exhibiting Nantucket’s Leading Artists
508-221-3056 8 India St (next to Black-Eyed Susan’s)
ROBERT FOSTER FINE ART is a new gallery featuring art by a selection of the island’s most talented artists working today. With a full schedule of rotating exhibitions—group and featured artists shows—everyone will find a gem to add to their collection. Join us for Friday night openings from 6 to 9 pm. Meet the artists and learn more about their work in this fun and friendly space at 8 India. www.RobertFosterFineArt.com
Samuel Owen Gallery
508-680-1445 46 Centre Street
Contemporary Art Gallery Gallery of contemporary art
samuelowengallery.com An exciting new arrival on Centre Street, Samuel Owen Gallery at Seven Seas specializes in contemporary art, both original works and multiples. Samuel Owen Gallery maintains an extensive inventory of work by artists Damien Hirst, Peter Tunney, Shepard Fairey, Eric Zener, Mr. Brainwash, Dale May and CANTSTOPGOODBOY, to name just a few.
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 Facebook.com/nantucketpools 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: Melissa and Doug, Texas Rec, Swimline, and more! We have amazing deals on our Clearance Rack.
Beauty & Skincare Follain A new kind of beauty store
508-825-5630 Open daily at 9A S. Beach Street
FOLLAIN offers a curated selection of skincare, hair care, and cosmetic products by over 40 U.S.-made brands. New this season: products for men and for baby! Follain supports a lifestyle that incorporates health, wellness, and environmental sustainability. All Follain products meet high standards for health and performance, and some products are available for refill, in order to cut back on plastic bottle waste. Follain products also make beautiful gift baskets and bathroom accessories. Come say hi, and learn more about healthy skincare today! www.shopfollain.com
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Bike Rentals 508-228-0800 Cooks Cycle Open Daily 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service cookscyclesnantucket.com 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!
Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road 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 retro-style Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. They have a safe and convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road. www.easyridersbikerentals.com
Island Bike Company
508-228-4070 25 Old South Road
Open daily; free delivery & pickup for rentals Bike rentals for the entire family, sales & service
Finally, there’s a bicycle shop where you don’t have to fight the traffic— ISLAND BIKE COMPANY at 25 Old South Road (just past Amelia Drive)! ISLAND BIKE COMPANY offers bike rentals by the day, week, or month—and that’s not all! They also rent Burley Trailers, Trail-a-Bikes, and single & double baby joggers. Full repair facility and new bike sales also offered. ISLAND BIKE COMPANY is conveniently located on the Old South Road bike path, and they offer free delivery & pickup for rentals. Great Rental Rates: $28 for 24 hours; $45 for 2 days; $60 for 3 days. www.islandBike.com
Nantucket Bike Shop Open daily 8 am to 6 pm Bike, scooter, & 4 x 4 rentals
508-228-1999; 800-770-3088 Steamboat Wharf & Straight Wharf
www.nantucketbikeshop.com NANTUCKET BIKE SHOP, with two convenient locations on Steamboat Wharf and the only bike shop on Straight 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 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.
Young’s Bicycle Shop Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals.
508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf
Grandpa Harvey Young started YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP in 1931. He ran the bike rental store down on Steamboat Wharf until 1954, when his son Roger took over. Now the third generation is running the shop. With more than 70 years of experience, YOUNG’s provides you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket Island. They use the best bikes, CANNONDALE and TREK. They are kept clean, safe and well maintained and they are rented to you with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Experience a Nantucket family tradition. YOUNG’s Bicycle Shop, the “Cycle-Logical way” to see Nantucket Island. Watch for the famous sidewalk sign with the revolving wheel. Open daily. www.youngsbicycleshop.com
Books & Publications Mitchell’s Book Corner
508-228-1080 54 Main Street
Open daily. Ask about autographed books. Great Beach Reads & more!
www.mitchellsbookcorner.com MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for the last 45 years. In addition to the carefully selected stock of titles in all areas, Mitchell’s Book Corner offers the most extensive selection of books available about Nantucket; from the newest Nantucket beach read to whaling and the island’s history to a selection of local authors. Make time to visit the Nantucket Room upstairs at Mitchell’s; the room dedicated to all of these gripping Nantucket reads! Ask about a free gift & autographed books.
On This Day in Nantucket History
by Amy Jenness available at Mitchell’s Book Corner and The Whaling Museum Gift Shop Quirky & fascinating stories that shaped this island Nantucket is much more than beautiful beaches and sailboats. One day at a time, author Amy Jenness offers up quirky and fascinating stories of the people and events that shaped this remote island. On August 11, 1841, Frederick Douglass made his first antislavery speech at the Nantucket Atheneum. The Great Fire of July 13, 1846, devastated the island, forcing residents to rebuild what they lost. On December 5, 1981, a nor’easter stranded nearly two thousand visitors and forced seventeen pilot whales to come ashore. Read a story a day or month at a time. Celebrate an entire year of Nantucket history. ON THIS DAY IN NANTUCKET HISTORY is available for sale at Mitchell’s Book Corner and the Whaling Museum Gift Shop.
Yesterday’s Island CELEBRATING OUR 45th YEAR!
508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554
Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For 45 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND 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 Twitter, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter at the top of Nantucket.net www.yesterdaysisland.com
Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket
Buses 508-228-7025 NRTA Bus routes thru town & out of town See display ad for times and routes Bus stops at Broad St. & at Washington St. RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport 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 thru October 12 from 7am to 11:30pm - dates and times are route specific - visit our website www.nrtawave.com for complete schedule or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 3 East Chestnut Street, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street. Fares are $1 or $2 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available on any Wave vehicle. Season passes may www.nrtawave.com be purchased at the NRTA office at 3 East Chestnut Street M-F, 8-4.
Car Rentals Affordable Rentals Cars, jeeps, mopeds
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. www.affrentals.com
508-228-9989 at Nantucket Memorial Airport
Free renter pickup at all boats, hotels, and inns
We are Nantucket Island’s premier auto rental agency, specializing in Jeeps and sport utility vehicles, as well as sedans and minivans. ALL NEW vehicles with beach permits! Whether on the island for a day or for a month, we offer the lowest rates and best service, with free renter pick-up from all boats, hotels, and guest houses. Call ahead for our specials. All major www.nantucketislandrentacar.com credit cards accepted. Open daily.
Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental Open daily, year-round We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.
508-228-1227 Nantucket Memorial Airport
NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL has been voted “The Best of Nantucket” in the car rental category each of the last five years. We offer service and value not found elsewhere on the island. Once you become a WINDMILL customer, it’s doubtful you’ll rent from any other company when on Nantucket. Daily, weekly, monthly and extended rates are available. We accept Amex, MC, Visa, Diner’s Club, and Discover. Commercial accounts available to qualified companies. 800-228-1227. www.NantucketAutoRental.com
Young’s Bicycle Shop Bicycle, Car, & Jeep Rentals; Bicycle Sales & Service
508-228-1151 Daily on Steamboat Wharf
Young’s Bicycle Shop is the most convenient car and Jeep rental shop to either ferry. We have fuel efficient Honda Fits and sedans. We also have 2 door Jeeps and 4 door Jeep Wranglers. We offer fuel efficient sedans and rugged Jeep Wrangler 4 X 4’s in both the 2 door and 4 door variants complete with the town beach permit and Great Point permit. Come see why we are the “Cycle-Logical Way” to see Nantucket Island. Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals! www.youngsbicycleshop.com
Charters - Fishing Albacore 508-228-5074 Private Charters only Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching Slip 1010, Straight Wharf THE ALBACORE is a 35-foot custom Sport Fisherman with large cockpit and walk-in cabin for complete comfort. Capt. Bob DeCosta, a second-generation charter boat captain, has more than 30 years of experience fishing Nantucket waters. We offer a variety of private charters from 2-1/2 hour bluefish trips to full day shark and tuna fishing. Whale watches are also available. Fun for the whole family—young, old, inexperienced, or experienced. All equipment is provided, except for cold drinks and sandwiches. Two-and-a-half-hour, five-hour, and full day trips are available. You’ll be fishing within ten to twenty minutes from the dock. Call for reservations or information, or visit Slip 1010 on Straight Wharf. FISH GUARANTEED or your money back. MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.albacorecharters.com
Herbert T.
Day: 508-228-6655
Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Call for Reservations Trolling “Catch those blues and Bass!”
Just Do It Too - Fishing
Charters - Sailing & Boating Endeavor
508-228-5585 Slip 15, Straight Wharf
Cruises depart at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, & sunset Pleasure sailing
www.endeavorsailing.com “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 2010: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations.
Children’s Apparel 617.470.3959 Open Daily at 15 Old South Wharf
Play dresses for little girls
Smiling Button is a new collection of play dresses for little girls. Our 100% cotton clothing is made in the USA and is simply meant for kids to be kids. We invite you to shop our exclusive “Nantucket” collection at our summer pop-up store at 15 Old South Wharf. smilingbutton.com
Classes & Workshops Artists Association of Nantucket Classes & Workshops for all ages
508-228-0294 Open daily at 24 Amelia Drive
The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Gardner Perry Lane hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, woodcarving, 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 student and for all ages from 3-93. nantucketarts.org
Coaching/Consulting Coaching at the Corner
508-332-1505
Thursday morning chats at Mitchell’s Book Corner Life and success skills coaching
CoachingatTheCorner.com
Get a great start to your Thursday mornings – join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner. Discussions start at 8:30 AM sharp and end at 9:30 am. $15 at the door, packages available. August 27 chat is “Win-Win-Win: How to Argue More Effectively.” Details at CoachingatTheCorner.com
Confections Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free sample available: just ask!
508-228-1017 The Courtyard on Straight Wharf
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. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com
Nantucket Candy Company 508-228-0667 Open Daily - BRING IN THE AD IN THIS PAPER FOR 10% OFF Candy, gift baskets, party favors, dessert trays 48 Centre Street THE NANTUCKET CANDY COMPANY is pleased to be offering many local favorites. They offer all sorts of candies including: homemade turtles, truffles, fudge, chocolate covered cranberries, Jelly Belly jelly beans and many other wonderful candies! Bring in our ad in this paper for 10% off your purchase. www.nantucketcandy.com
Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates Slip 14, Straight Wharf
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! Private charters are also available. $105 per person. www.fishnantucket.net
Daily Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Black Sea Bass, Blues, Striped Bass, Scup
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equipped with twin diesels, full electronics, and fishing gear. Captain Marc offers a per-person fare as well as accommodations for large, private group charters. Daily fishing excursions. Four trips a day at 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm, and 4 pm. FUN FOR KIDS: FAMILY SHIPWRECK FISHING! Call for private charter rates — half-day charters are also available. www.justdoittoo.com
smiling button
508-228-3501 Open daily at 6 South Beach Street
Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car
August 20 - 26, 2015
Call for reservations: 508-228-7448 FAMILY SHIPWRECK FISHING Slip 13, Straight Wharf
We do it all—catch bass, blues, black seabass, fluke, and more… Captain Marc Genthner will take you fishing aboard the 34’ custom built “JUST DO IT TOO.” The “JUST DO IT TOO” is
Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981
508-228-5814 Year-round at Zero India Street
Be sure to visit the famous SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, showcasing unique artisan chocolates freshly created on the premises. The Nantucket Chocolatier has been featured on the Food Network’s “Food Finds” and on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show, awarded “Best of Boston,” “Best of Nantucket,” and Cape Cod’s Best Chocolatier! You must experience the award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle, world-famous Buttercrunch, Coco the Whale™ chocolate truffles, the original and exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates and the new Sea Mist Almonds splashed with sea salt. The Nantucket Chocolatier’s artisan creations make great gifts and are available in limited edition gift tins, including the “Sailor’s Valentine” and “Nantucket Memories.” Don’t miss this Nantucket tradition since 1981 and enjoy a complimentary taste of the best—exclusively at the SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, home of the Nantucket Chocolatier at ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket. Open year-round. nantucketchocolate.com
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Consignment & Thrift 17B North Beach Street Island Treasures Mon-Fri 10am-5pm + Wed. eve from 6-8; Sat. 10am-2pm New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more 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. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily.
Contests 2015 PHOTO CONTEST 508-228-9165 Deadline for the 2015 Photo Contest is Sept. 10, 2015 See 2014 entries online at Nantucket.net Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554 This annual photo contest has been a popular way to share you photos of Nantucket with the world. A selection of images are in this Autumn edition and even more can be seen available online at yesterdaysisland.com and nantucket.net. We are already accepting entries for our 2015 Photo Contest. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. You can mail in your prints of Nantucket Island or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are highresolution. www.nantucket.net/photos/contest.php
Annual Nantucket Summer Contest
www.Nantucket.net Win a weekend for two on Nantucket
Enter now through August 25, 2015
Dream of coming back to this magical island? Enter the Nantucket.net Summer Contest and you could win a weekend for two September 25-27! Enjoy the best month on Nantucket — September — when the days are warm, the evenings are cool, everything is still open but the crowds have thinned! The prize for this Nantucket.net Summer Contest includes: roundtrip airline tickets from Hyannis to Nantucket on CAPE AIR, two nights at 21 BROAD, dinner at DUNE, dinner at LE LANGUEDOC, two all-access passes to NHA properties and a private “IN THE HEART OF THE SEA walking tour, a boat tour with SHEARWATER EXCURSIONS, coffee from NANTUCKET COFFEE ROASTERS, a signed copy of IN THE HEART OF THE SEA, and more! Enter today!
Share the Love Wedding Photo Contest 508-228-9165 Share photos of your wedding and win cash! Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554 Share photos of your wedding on Nantucket with our readers AND win a cash prize if you get first or second place! You can mail in prints of your wedding pics or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. By entering our contest, you give us permission to publish your photos online at www.NantucketWeddings.com and to use for promotional purposes, so do not send copyrighted photos. www.nantucketweddings.com
Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping The UPS Store Open Monday - Saturday
508-325-8884 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)
Nantucket’s UPS STORE is where go-getters go to get things done! Conveniently located at the corner of Windy Way and Surfside Road (just past the schools in the direction of the beach), THE UPS STORE has a variety of products and services to make your life easier. They offer personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, stamps and metered mail, certified mail, 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 now makes high quality, full color banners and posters—stop in and see their samples! And, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you! Locally owned & operated.
Cranberry Products Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free sample available: just ask!
508-228-1017 Courtyard on Straight Wharf
Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket chocolate covered cranberries. AUNT LEAH’S Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries, both milk and dark chocolate, are not only delicious, but also are loaded with antioxidants proven to have health benefits! Both these local products make unique wedding favors, gifts for special events, or take-home gifts. Another unique gourmet candy is her cranberry “bog frogs,” filled with roasted cashews, dried sweetened cranberries smothered with rich caramel and topped with premium milk chocolate. And you’ve got to try her mouthwatering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com
Sweet Inspirations Cranberry Creations Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981
508-228-5814 Zero India Street
nantucketchocolate.com Inspired by the Nantucket Cranberry Harvest, the NANTUCKET CHOCOLATIER created the original and now world-famous Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates. Plump, sweetened cranberries generously covered in premium chocolate create an amazing gourmet taste. These Nantucket Chocolatier original Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates have been featured on Oprah’s “Best Gifts Show” and on the Food Networks’ “Food Finds.” Cranberry Creations™ chocolates are featured in Nantucket-style gift baskets, and the limited edition “Nantucket Seashells” tin.
August 20 - 26, 2015
Elegantly gift-boxed, Cranberry Creations™ chocolates also make perfect wedding and party favors. Give a special gift basket filled with unique gourmet gifts including the original Cranberry Caramel Chocolates sprinkled with sea salt, fancy cranberry & nut mixes, Cranberry Caramel Corn, and Nantucket Chocolatier’s award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle. A Nantucket tradition since 1981—come experience it for yourself, and enjoy a complimentary taste of the delectable chocolate. Artisan Chocolates are made on the premises and are available exclusively at Sweet Inspirations, ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket, and NantucketChocolate.com. Open year-round. Complimentary tastings.
Dance “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
914-729-1111 Two nights only: August 28 & 29 Performance in The Dreamland Theatre Live Dance Performance with special guest appearance Tickets at nantucketdreamland.org
Andrey Stanev and Nantucket Ballroom present The Picture of Dorian Gray, based on Oscar Wilde's novel. Professional national ballroom dancing champions and filmed scenes with veteran actor John Shea not to mention the original music and choreography provide mesmerizing entertainment. Two nights only! August 28 & 29, 2015, 7:30 p.m. The Dreamland Theater Nantucket, 17 South Water St.
Furniture & Home Accessories Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture 508-228-1961 Where Home & Garden Meet 9 Wampanoag Way Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs arrowheadfurniture.com 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
Gifts Hill’s of Nantucket Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts
508-228-1353 Open daily at 40 Straight Wharf
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 and note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a truly one of a kind gift gallery situated on the water at Straight Wharf. gshill.com
Made on Nantucket Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts
508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf
MADE ON NANTUCKET has a large selection of gifts from $30 and up. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Anne Terry, The JR Collection, and Amy Burrough. Don’t miss the new S&K Collection of vintage bakelite with a contemporary twist! We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. Now carrying vintage Lucite purses. Open daily.
Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs
508-228-5470 33 Straight Wharf
Visit the NANTUCKET BOAT BASIN AUTHENTIC SHOP and celebrate summer with our limited edition apparel and accessories. We have a variety of island merchandise. We offer the highest quality wearables, headwear, and accessories for visitors, boaters, and islanders. You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. Open daily. www.nantucketboatbasinshop.com
Nantucket Chic 508-228-1907 Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art! Open Daily at 12 Old South Wharf This new 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 creative duo has stocked the store with bright and colorful purses and clutches, a collection of jewelry, and unique clothes, scarves, and beach cover-ups.
Scrub Oak Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.
508-228-2458 10 Straight Wharf
Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature both lesser-known and perennially admired designers such as: Ace&Jig, Matta, Loup Charmant, Isobel & Cleo, TEN, Lauren Manoogian, John Derian, Doug Johnston, Astier de Villatte, A Peace Treaty, Baggu, I. Ronni Kappos, and Jeanne Van Etten. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, artwork by John Carruthers, and a small selection of furniture from John Derian. www.scruboakstore.com
Signs, Banners, & Posters Open Monday - Saturday
508-325-8884 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)
Nantucket’s UPS STORE now offers high quality, full color banners and posters for your business, event, or party. These stunning reproductions can be up to 44 inches wide! And they can be done on vinyl, canvas, art paper — rolls and single sheets. THE UPS STORE can also assist you with mounting and laminating as well as printing of photos, text, and logos.
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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket
G. S. Hill Gallery
Hats
Home of the Nantucket Pearl Company
Peter Beaton
508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street
down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street All the Best for Your Family—from Hat to Toe
www.peterbeaton.com PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients and philanthropic endeavors as it is for as it is custom fitted straw hats, signature hatboxes, handbags, and authentic Nantucket sailor shirts—Peter Beaton is a hidden gem that you don’t want to miss. Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St.
Full-service jeweler: custom Nantucket designs
Nantucket Cottage Hospital
508-825-8100 24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab 57 Prospect St SUMMER SEASON WALK-IN CARE MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000 Since 1911, 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. Through September 7, we offer WalkIn Care at the Anderson Building, 57 Prospect St. Monday-Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, Saturday & Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm. www.nantuckethospital.org
Home Decor & Accessories Milly and Grace
508-901-5051 2 Washington Street
Open every day, 10 to 6 Clothing, Accessories, Home Decor, Gifts
www.millyandgrace.com Inspired by her sassy grandmother Milly and her sweet grandmother Grace, the owner decided to open a shop with them in mind. Our fabulously feminine boutique has the perfect pieces to make you and your home feel pretty and polished. If you are looking for adorable accessories, haute home décor or gorgeous gifts, MILLY & GRACE is the place!
Internet Nantucket.net
508-228-6777
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. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to www.Nantucket.net.
Jewelry Akimbo Beads & Things Beads with Wine & Cheese on Wednesdays 4-6pm Nantucket’s New Bead Shop & Classes
508-901-5032 119B Pleasant Street
AKIMBO, Nantucket’s bead shop, has all the supplies you’ll need to create your own beautiful jewelry. You’ll find gemstones and pearls, and beads of glass, ceramic, and metal. Findings include ear wires, clasps, toggles, jump rings, and crimping materials as well as leather, cord, hemp, wire, and ribbon for stringing. Call us to sign up for classes! We’re open daily and on Wednesdays from 4-6 pm, we invite you to join us for Beads and Wine & Cheese — bring your friends and create some beautiful jewelry!
Blesk
508-310-5002 16 Straight Wharf
Open Daily
Costume, semiprecious, and pearl jewelry designed with influences born both locally and abroad. From ultra-extravagant to day-to-day chic, Blesk has something to fit your every needs.
Blue Beetle
508-228-3227 Open daily at 12 Main Street
Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends and family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main Street is the premier destination on Nantucket for unique jewelry and monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build and design a necklace all your own. Shop year-round in our store or visit us online. www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com
Clay Twombly Monday-Friday from 11am to 5pm Prayer Beads, Intentional Jewelry, Unique Gifts, & Art
508-332-3407 upstairs at 2 Union Street
www.ClayTwombly.com Clay’s unique prayer beads and intentional jewelry creations are both sacred and delightful. Also offering small works of original art, reiki-infused candles, smudge, porcelain wares, Tibetan singing bowls, and other special objects. Upstairs at 2 Union St.
“Trunk shows” every week! GIA Graduate Gemologist Jackie Robinson returns to Nantucket from Palm Beach with a stunning selection of her visionary pearl designs. She uses pearls in a huge variety of shapes, sizes, and colors: South Sea, Tahitian, Japanese Akyoa, and more. Her designs are worn by Ann Romney, Gwenyth Paltrow, Diane Keaton, and many more, and she is the original designer of pearls on suede. She has brought a line of clothing acquired from her worldwide travels of France, Italy, St. Barths, and Belgium. Visit Jackie is open in two locations: downtown at 16 Old South Wharf and at The Summer House at the Beachside Bistro Boutique.
508-228-1353 Open daily at 40 Straight Wharf
508-228-2448 Year-round at 6 Straight Wharf
JEWEL OF THE ISLE, in their convenient downtown location at 6 Straight Wharf, offers a tantalizing selection of fine jewelry, custom designs, and timepieces. Stop by and see their sparkling collection. Kelli and Gary E. Trainor can help you select the perfect piece. JEWEL OF THE ISLE is the only on-island jewelry shop that offers on-premise repairs & off-island prices. Come to JEWEL OF THE ISLE for your jewelry needs. www.jeweloftheisle.com
Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry
508-228-0229 Open daily at 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 has been serving www.thejewelersgallery.com Nantucket since 1971.
Johnstons of Elgin Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry
508-228-5450 4 Federal Street
johnstonscashmere.com A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
Nantucket Pearl Company American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry
508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf
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. nantucketpearls.com
Pageo Open daily with new arrivals! Nantucket’s award-winning & most sophisticated jewelers
508-228-6899 46 Main Street
www.pageo.com PAGEO offers some of the most unique collections of Fine Jewelry found anywhere. Come see their exclusive Misani Collection. PAGEO also offers consultations for custom pieces with warm advice from an expert staff. “Like” us on Facebook to get the latest info on special events.
R. Simantov Fine Jewelry Open daily; appointments recommended Fine jewelry in striking, unique designs
917-324-4410 31 Easy Street
rsimantov.com 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.
Victoria Greenhood Jewelry Design Open Daily Original Gemstone Jewelry
508-228-7995 7 Easy Street
www.victoriagreenhood.com Victoria Greenhood, a jeweler on Nantucket for more than 30 years, anticipates an exciting season in her own location for the fifth year. She welcomes you to visit her and view her handmade jewelry collection on the corner of Easy Street and Still Dock Street. She offers a wide range of prices and designs in 14K & 18K gold, as well as sterling silver. Colorful gemstones are her passion, and it shows in her work. Let Victoria and her excellent staff help find something that looks fabulous on you or will make a wonderful Nantucket gift.
Lightship Baskets
de la mer
508-228-1923 Open Daily 16 Old South Wharf & in the Summer House Beachside Boutique Fashionably beautiful and precious
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Each piece of exquisite Nantucket Pearl Company jewelry by Pam Freitus is specially crafted and includes designs that contain a unique blend of quality fresh water pearls, stones, leather, crystal and glass. Each authentic design can be identified by the small red coral bead. This color marking is symbolic of the Chinese culture and to the country where her business began. Each year Pam returns to Suzhou to collaborate, design and hand-select the pearls she uses. All materials (except the pearls) are American-made. It is Pam’s sincere mission to adorn women with beautiful pearls at affordable prices, available on Nantucket exclusively at NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY. www.gshill.com
Jewel of the Isle
Health Care
Jewelry & Gifts
August 20 - 26, 2015
Karol Lindquist By appt
508-680-6785 Traditional Lightship Baskets; year-round studio/workshop; lessons
Make a lightship basket with island-born master Karol Lindquist. A basketmaker for more than 30 years, she sells at Nantucket Looms and teaches around the country. Choose from a variety of sizes and shapes, in oak or cane construction. Evening or day classes, year-round. Call or email karol.lindquist@gmail.com for more information.
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Museums & Sites 508-228-1894 15 Broad Street
Your portal to Nantucket history
No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can 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. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the new gateway film “Nantucket”, directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. See the Historic Sites page in this publication for a complete listing of NHA sites. www.nha.org
Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture
508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way
Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs arrowheadnursery.com 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 A.K. Diamond’s 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 & garden meet.
Pets 508-228-5477 Open daily on Straight Wharf
COLD NOSES offers a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature eight different designs, including the new Nantucket Anchor. Unique hand-painted wooden ornaments showcase your favorite dog breed and iconic Nantucket sights. Conveniently located on Straight Wharf, stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or special something for a pet or pet person. www.coldnoses.net
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Convenient mid-island location. GERONIMO’S complete selection of pet supplies and accessories includes collars, toys, treats & items made exclusively for our shop. We specialize in dog, cat, bird, and small animal food and supplies with a wide variety of feeders and seed geronimos.com for wild birds. We also have unique gifts for your favorite pet person.
Shoes & Handbags Island Cashmere
508-228-7611 Open daily at 32 Centre Street
Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes
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.
Johnstons of Elgin
Nursery
Cold Noses
508-228-3731 119 Pleasant Street
Open year-round Monday-Saturday
Nantucket Historical Association
A special downtown pet boutique
August 20 - 26, 2015
Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry
508-228-5450 4 Federal Street
johnstonscashmere.com A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
Murray’s Toggery Shop
508-228-0437 62 Main Street
Mon-Sun. from 10-6 - Summer Sale!
Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. www.nantucketreds.com
ViVi G Shoes Chic Shoes, Haute Handbags, and Accessories
508-228-0411 Open daily at 25 Centre Street
Sherri and Jennifer Guggenheim needed to expand their shoe closets... And through expansion, the area’s go to mecca for the ultimate in shoes, handbags, jewelry, and accessories, blossomed. VIVI G SHOES constantly strives to deliver hard-to-find, unique, fashion forward merchandise in all price ranges. From comfortable run-around shoes to couture heels, day
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Urban style meets island sensibility at this boutique Nantucket hotel. Discover stylish modern decor and distinctive luxuries you didn't even know you desired, such as Vitamin C showers, spa treatment services, black out shades, white noise iPad/iPhone chargers, USB outlets, fine linens, free WIFI, and guest lounge with game tables and a record player, outdoor patio with fire tables, and much more.
Two all-access passes to the Nantucket Historical Association properties and a private In the Heart of the Sea walking tour
Explore the world of the Essex and its Nantucket crew, focusing on the survivors and their lives on the island in later years on a private In the Heart of the Sea walking tour. Your all-access pass allows you to explore the Whaling Museum, the Old Mill, Oldest House, Greater Light, Old Gaol, and Fire Hose Cart House.
Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions
Get out on the water and learn about one of the most exciting times in Nantucket history while cruising the harbor in the Shearwater Excursions Minke. Complimentary coffee and surprise token included.
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Nantucket Weddings
Dinner for two at Dune
Modern chic meets casual comfort in the heart of historic Nantucket. The ever changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish and meats from regional farms and select purveyors, along with an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, & spirits.
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An island institution featuring French cuisine with a local twist.
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bags to evening clutches, fun costume jewelry to premier designer pieces, boots to flip www.vivigshoes.com flops...they have it all!
Sunglasses Summer Shades
508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf
The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses
Featuring sunglasses by Chanel, Prada, Oliver Peoples, Maui Jims, Oakley, Salt, Rayban, Tom Ford, Smith, Michael Kors, Burberry, Costa, Persol, and many others. Summer Shades has been doing business on the island for more than 20 years. Visit us in our spacious downtown location: in the front shop of The Courtyard on Straight Wharf. Open daily.
Theatre Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
508-228-4305 Now Playing: INTO THE WOODS at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St “Reality may not be far from the fairy tales we all love.” theatreworkshop.com
TWN has been the island’s live theatre company for more than 50 years. Playing now is INTO THE WOODS... A Broadway smash and now a major Disney motion picture, “Into The Woods” proves that reality may not be far from the fairy tales we all love. “These are the woods that you want to get lost in, a place you’ll find buried treasures that you didn’t even know existed.”—The New York Times For tickets, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305 or visit www.TheatreWorkshop.com.
White Heron Theatre Company 508-228-2156 VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE : opens August 22 Performing in The Dreamland Studio Theatre www.whiteherontheatre.org Get your tickets now for the next the White Heron production: VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE. a masterful, utterly hilarious comedy about grown siblings and the complications of managing their recently deceased parents and the family’s country estate in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. A mash-up of Chekov’s comedies, the result is an absolutely hysterical look at grown sibling relationships. Winner of the 2013 Tony award for best play. The play will be presented August 22 - September 9 in The Dreamland Theatre. Tickets are available by calling 508-228-2156, & can be purchased at whiteherontheatre.org.
Tours - Beach Great Point Natural History Tour Leaving daily at 9am and 1pm Call for times of Sunset Tours
508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge
www.thetrustees.org/ccwr Join our naturalist guide on an over-sand vehicle Natural History Tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. We also offer Sunset Tours and Private Tours.
508-228-0174 1-1/2 hr tour; daily at 9:30am &12:30pm corner of Federal & Chestnut sts Private charters available for weddings and private charters BARRETT’S TOURS is a family-owned and operated company in business for more than 75 years. They operate comfortable, air-conditioned coaches. BARRETT’S tour buses have huge windows that afford views which can’t be matched. BARRETT’S TOURS has a tour every day at 9:30 am and at 12:30 pm that departs from the corner of Federal & Chestnut streets, right across from the Information Center. Tickets are available from the driver. Charter bus service for group tours, clambakes, and weddings also available. For tour info & reservations, call us at 508-228-0174. To charter a bus for a wedding or party, fax us your dates and times at 508-2283823, and BARRETT’S TOURS will call you back to make the arrangements.
Raven’s Walk
Gail’s Tours, Inc. Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”
508-257-6557 Call for pickup
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 deluxe Mercedes 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 1-3/4 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.
Tours - Walking Nantucket Walkabout 508-422-7466 see website for hikes & times Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket 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. Get more information and reservations at www.nantucketwalkabout.com
Nantucket Walking Tours
508-257-4586
See calendar of events for dates & times of walks Highlighted by The Boston Globe: “Best Walks in New England” Join your guide and her raven on one of her exciting adventures. Her Great Expectations History Walk, Inside the Graveyards Tour, Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket, and Raven’s Night Walk are great for adults and families. Along the way, you will hear tales of Nantucket’s past infused with ghostly encounters that took place throughout the centuries. Or you’ll hear all about Nantucket’s beginnings, and its fascinating history. Kids will love Raven’s Tales of Pirates & Ghost Ships, or they can learn to Become a Ghost Hunter or Become a Pirate Hunter. For details, dates, and times, visit www.ravens-walk.com.
Tours by Bike Nantucket Bike Tours 508-825-5362 Leaving Daily at 10:30 am & 2 pm 31 Washington Street nantucketbybike.com Voted #1 on Trip Advisor’s “Outdoor Activities” on Nantucket Join us on a Nantucket Bike Tour as we pedal you through town center, around various historical locations, and even out to Cisco Brewery! Our tours are a comfortable and active way to experience the highlights of Nantucket. We provide the bikes, helmets, water bottles, and interactive, passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Please book your tour in advance or call us to learn about our custom tours.
Transportation Boat Hy-Line Cruises Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis
508-332-0953
See Calendar of Events for Tours & Times Voted “Best of Nantucket” 3 years in a row The 2-time runner-up in the the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl and the most experienced walking
508-228-3949 Straight Wharf
www.hy-linecruises.com Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable highspeed ferry. THE GREY LADY, Hy-Line’s water-jet catamaran is comfortable, convenient, and offers the high level of customer service passengers have come to expect from HY-LINE CRUISES. You’ll cross the Sound in half the time! PLEASE SEE OUR SCHEDULE PRINTED HERE IN YESTERDAY’S ISLAND FOR CURRENT DEPARTURES.
Steamship Authority
508-228-0262 1 Steamboat Wharf
Reservations: Daily: 7:30am - 4pm
Nantucket is located 26 miles from Cape Cod’s mainland port of Hyannis. Take a leisurely 2 hour and 15 minute voyage on our traditional ferries from Hyannis to Nantucket. Or ride in style and luxury on board our seasonal high-speed passenger-only ferry, the M/V Iyanough, which gets you to Nantucket in just one hour. steamshipauthority.com
Valet Services Valet Park of America
5 Candle Street
Need Daytime or Overnight Parking? We have a spot for you in downtown Nantucket! Daily, weekly, and monthly parking passes are available at our safe and secure lot at 5 Candle St. Enjoy unlimited entry and exit, and overnight parking. Our lot is located just off of Main St, within close walking distance to many popular attractions. Stop by the lot in person or visit our website for more information. Valetparkofamerica.com/contact
Watches BENRUS Legendary American Timepieces
Tours - Van
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tour guide on Nantucket is your guide for a wide array of informative and exciting tours: Fifty Shades of Fabulous: the Story of Nantucket, Into the Heart of the Seas: the History of Nantucket Whaling, Great Writers on Nantucket, Notorious Nantucket, Nantucket’s Historic Mansions, and the Original Nantucket Ghost Walk (since 1998, the most popular walking tour on Nantucket). Group rates are available. See the Events in this issue for dates, times & details.
Tours - Bus Barrett’s Tours
August 20 - 26, 2015
508.825.0915 Open Daily from 10 am at 21 Main Street
BENRUS, founded as a watch company in 1921, was once strictly known for manufacturing legendary timepieces for the U.S. military. Almost a century later, BENRUS is now a fullfledged lifestyle brand, selling modernized military watches, accessories and apparel. Visit BENRUS on Nantucket at 21 Main Street and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BENRUSnantucket www.benrus.com
The Trinity Collection Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary
508-228-7557 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 specializqe in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, 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.
Weddings Nantucket Weddings Enter our Photo Contest
508-228-9165, ext. 101 www.NantucketWeddings.com
This comprehensive website will guide you through all the steps to planning and holding a wedding on Nantucket. From getting the marriage license right through the honeymoon, you’ll find valuable information all in one easy-to-navigate location. SHARE THE LOVE by submitting your Engagment and Wedding Announcements FREE of charge! This website, beautifully illustrated by island photographers, has links to restaurants that host receptions and rehearsal dinners, lodging establishments, musicians, florists, and many others who will help make your day special. There are also sections devoted to honeymoons on Nantucket, anniversary celebrations, and real Nantucket weddings. www.nantucketweddings.com
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5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Jeff Ross performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 to 7:30 PM - Free Drum Circle with Gary Drum Circle with Gary held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7 PM - “The Witches are BACK” An evening of Wicked, Broadway, and more -- a cabaret to benefit Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. Tickets 508-228-4305. 7 to 9 PM - Summer Sunset Series A sunset performance by Nantucket’s own Audio Architechs DJs as they perform on the Whaling Museum’s rooftop terrace. Stunning views of sunset on Nantucket Harbor with an evening of unforgettable music! $20, includes light bites. Cash bar. nha.org/tickets 7:30 PM - “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” A masterful, hilarious comedy about grown siblings & complications of their recently deceased parents & managing the family’s country estate. A mash-up of Chekov’s comedies, the result is a hysterical look at grown sibling relationships. Presented by White Heron Theatre in Dreamland, 17 South Water Street. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route The Original Nantucket Ghost walk begun in 1998, Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk features 5 of the island’s famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is 1 mile long and lasts 80 min. $20. Adults, $15 for 65+ & Teens and $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by the bank. Arrive 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 9 PM - Stargazing Night with Maria Mitchell Assoc. Join astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, & more. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 9 AM - Become A Pirate Adventure aboard the Endeavor Join Pirate Robin aboard Endeavor & learn legends of infamous pirates. Learn about the pirate life & become Pirate Hunters. End with a pirate map & a search for treasure. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Slip # 1015 on Straight Wharf. Reservations: 508-228-5585 9 AM to 12:30 PM - Children’s Creative Movement Children’s Creative Movement on the bandstand with Marjory Trott, held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Fee charged/class 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” ex-
August 20 - 26, 2015
hibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks & Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet at The Nantucket Hotel, at 77 Easton St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15 & Kids $10. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Walking Tour A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20 , $15 for 65+ & teens, $5 for 7-1). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington St for ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board. 508-332-0953. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 12:30 PM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Tuesdays: Arrowheads & Coral Necklaces Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2PM to 4 PM - Free Stitching Gam Bring your needlework project to this informal gathering in the Nantucket Corner at the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. 2 to 4 PM - Maker Space for Teens: Vacation Memory Book Hand make a book to fill with all your travel and vacation memories. Learn to stitch together papers and envelopes in to a book that can also be used as a journal. All tools and materials will be supplied. Free for teens ages 12-18. Registration required: 508-228-1110 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Danny Godinez and Friends Perform Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 5 PM - Children’s Ghost Hunt in Nantucket Town Join Robin & her raven on a ghostly adventure. Learn what to look for & how to become a Ghost Hunter. The ghost hunt is educational, exciting and lots of fun. Adults, 65+ & Teens $15, Children $10. Reservations Required 508-257-4586. All kids must be accompanied by adult. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Yellow Red performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6:15 to 7:15 PM - Free Drop-In Yoga for Teens Mats provided. All levels welcome. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. continued on page 53
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Vol. 45 No. 16 • Our 45th Season!
6:30 to 7:30 PM - ELL - English Conversation Circle Practice conversational English in a casual, friendly group setting. Free, open to English language learners. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7 PM - “The Witches are BACK” An evening of Wicked, Broadway, and more -- a cabaret to benefit Theatre Workshop of Nantucket. Tickets 508-228-4305. 7:30 PM - “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” A masterful, hilarious comedy about grown siblings & complications of their recently deceased parents & managing the family’s country estate. A mash-up of Chekov’s comedies, the result is a hysterical look at grown sibling relationships. Presented by White Heron Theatre in Dreamland, 17 South Water Street. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min. walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & 2 haunted hotels. $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 age 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by the bank, at 8:20pm.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26 7 to 8 AM - Yoga on the Bandstand Yoga with Bettina Broer, held at Children’s Beach Bandstand, Harbor View Way. Fee charged/class 7:50 AM - Birding Field Trip Birding Field Trip with Linda Loring Nature Foundation trips led by experienced ornithologist Vern Laux; destination depends on season and weather. Meet at 110 Eel Point Road for a 8 am departure. Bring binoculars. $10 (members free). 508-325-0873 8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Thar She Blows! Guaranteed Sightings on this thrilling offshore adventure! Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 8:30 AM - Hidden Parks of Nantucket Town A 2 mile, 45 minute, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary to two beautiful, virtually undiscovered parks in the town area. $15. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Meet at corner of Centre St. & Main St. Gathers at 8:20 am. 508-332-0953. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 9 AM to 12 PM - Painting in the Greater Light Garden Drop-in watercolor workshops for the whole family at its Greater Light historic property, 8 Howard Street. $5 per person, supplies included. A Nantucket Historical Association program. 9 AM to 1 PM - Free Collage Cards & Postcard Workshop Come make Nantucket-inspired cards using ephemera found around town with Nantucket artist Bee Shay. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Registration required: 508-228-1110 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 12 PM - Free Volleyball and Badminton Volleyball and Badminton held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster Nantucket Historical Association presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls.
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Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Spirit & Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex: Walking Play One-woman play depicting the lives of Capt. George Pollard, Jr., First Mate Owen Chase & Cabin Boy Thomas Nickerson & their harrowing experiences on whaleship Essex. Reservations required: 508-257-4586. Meet at Whaling Musem, 13 Broad St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15; Kids $10. 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by this magical island on this 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 Seniors (65+) and Teens & $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at the Corner of Federal & India sts. by Atheneum fence. Arrive 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Amy Chaplin Author Amy Chaplin will sign copies of her Book - At Home in The Whole Food Kitchen: Celebrating the Art of Eating Well, held at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 1 PM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket A few island women went whaling with their husbands; others stayed & got involved in astronomy, women’s suffrage, Abolitionist movement... Hear their stories. Meet at corner of Centre & Broad sts. $20; 65+ & Teens $15; & Kids $10. Reservations required: 508-257-4586. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. Departs again at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Wednesdays: Scrimshaw. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2 to 4 PM - Free Kite Making Kite making with Kai, held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 2 to 5 PM - Faraway Island Bridge Club Duplicate Bride Game. ACBL Sanctioned, open to all Located at Sherburne Commons, 40 Sherburne Commons. Fee $5 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at Jetties Beach Bar Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 5:15 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4 to 6 PM - Beads with Wine & Cheese Bring a friend and come create some beautiful jewelry! Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 4:30 PM - Danny Godinez and Friends Perform Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 5 PM - Children’s Ghost Hunt in Nantucket Town Join Robin & her raven on a ghostly adventure. Learn what to look for & how to become a Ghost Hunter. The ghost hunt is educational, exciting and lots of fun. Adults, 65+ & Teens $15, Children $10. Reservations Required 508-257-4586. All kids must be accompanied by adult. 5 to 5:45 PM - Wine & Cheese on the Wine Deck Tasting of 8 wines, incl our reserve reds on the Wine Deck of Nantucket Vineyard, overlooking Cisco Brewers Courtyard. Learn how we make great wine. $25 or $40 with a cheese plate. Reservations recommended: 415548-0374; wineguy@ciscobrewers.com continued on page 54
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5 to 10 PM - Twin Lobster Wednesday at Met on Main Classic twin lobsters: order yours steamed or grilled or salt & pepper fried or as Lobster Mac & Cheese or as Lobster Fra Diavolo. $34.99 each. Met on Main, 38 Main St 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music Timbukblues performs live at The Jetties, 4 Bathing Beach Road 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring your favorite beverage & see one of the best Sunsets in the world. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. (Daily trip time may change with the setting sun) 7 PM - “Into the Woods” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “I wish”: two words that have inspired some of the greatest fairy tales of our time, comprise the theme in Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical, Into the Woods. A baker and his wife, a girl in a red cape, a boy with magic beans and a maiden longing to escape her life of servitude, all seek to make their dreams come true. Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 7 PM - Science Speaker Series - Elliot Sudal Best known as the Nantucket Shark Wrestler, Elliot will share his amazing relationship with sharks and is partnership with NOAA to tag & protect them. Maria Mitchell Science Center, 33 Washington St. $10 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 PM - “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” A masterful, hilarious comedy about grown siblings & complications of their recently deceased parents & managing the family’s country estate. A mash-up of Chekov’s comedies, the result is a hysterical look at grown sibling relationships. Presented by White Heron Theatre in Dreamland, 17 South Water Street. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org 7:30 PM - “Other Desert Cities,” Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A riviting drama by Jon Robin Baitz, performed in TWN’s Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. Tickets at theatreworkshop.com 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. Hear about Nantucket’s incredible history & ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s haunted places. Meet at “The Hub,” Main & Federal sts. $20, 65+ & Teens $15, Kids $10. 8 to 11 PM - Live Music Yellow Red performs live at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min. walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & 2 haunted hotels. $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 age 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by the bank, at 8:20pm. 9 PM - Stargazing Night with Maria Mitchell Assoc. Join astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, & more. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10. 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ D-Bro DJ D-Bro at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street
THURSDAY, AUGUST 27 8 AM - Wing Day All Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $10.95; half basket for $6.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, Easy & Broad Sts. 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & 1746 Windmill A 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Down streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min. early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Boat Tour with Shearwater Cruise Nantucket Harbor & learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era; see landmarks from that time. Coffee+a gift incl. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Coaching at the Corner Join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. Discussions start at 8:30 am sharp. $15. This week’s chat is: Win-Win-Win - How to Argue More Effectively. 9 AM - Become A Pirate Adventure aboard the Endeavor Join Pirate Robin aboard Endeavor & learn legends of infamous pirates. Learn about the pirate life & become Pirate Hunters. End with a pirate map & a search for treasure. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Slip # 1015 on Straight Wharf. Reservations: 508-228-5585
August 20 - 26, 2015
9 AM to 12:30 PM - Children’s Creative Movement Children’s Creative Movement on the bandstand with Marjory Trott, held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Fee charged/class 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy complimentary Ice Cream on a relaxing, narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15, 1:00 & 2:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Captain James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history and sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm and 4 pm. $45, 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM - Free Guided Nature Walk Guided nature walks for the whole family at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Rd. Other times by appt: 508-228-5268 10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 AM to 12 PM - Free Volleyball and Badminton Volleyball and Badminton held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 10 AM to 5 PM - The Mighty Misty Monster NHA presents “The Mighty Misty Monster” exhibition, Moby-Dick embroidered narratives from artist Susan Boardman. Free with museum admission. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St 10 AM to 5:30 PM - Bead Trunk Show Thousands of Beads, Gemstones, Charms, Glass and Freshwater Pearls. Held at Akimbo Beads and Things, 119b Pleasant Street. 508-901-5032 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:30 AM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks, Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet at The Nantucket Hotel, at 77 Easton St. $20; 65+ & Teens $15 & Kids $10. All kids must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Walking Tour A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20 , $15 for 65+ & teens, $5 for 7-1). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington St for ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board. 508-332-0953. 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See 10am. $45. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise A Nature’s Lovers Dream! A cruise to Historic Great Point to see and learn about seals and birds with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 3 PM - Fun and Games Musical Chairs at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 1:30 PM - Jacob Butler Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. 1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands-On History for Kids Crafts for kids + caretakers in the Discovery Room at the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Thursdays: Tea Cups & Dancing Masks. Free with museum admission or NHA membership. 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 PM - Coastal Clamming Join Shearwater Excursions for a local experience. A quick boat ride takes you to their secret clamming location! You dig em, you keep em! Private trips only. 508-228-7037 for details and exact time. 3 to 4 PM - Fun and Games Posterior Pop at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. Free Event 3 to 5 PM - Apres la Plage Enjoy snacks & light menu items with summery cocktails in the peaceful garden & back patio of Fifty-Six Union, 56 Union St. 508-228-6135
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