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Release Day for Marine Life Sept. 2 The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA), Nantucket’s Science Center, will hold its annual animal “Release Day” this Saturday, September 2 from 10 am to 1 pm at the MMA Aquarium located at 28 Washington Street, Nantucket. Admission is free and the public is invited to this event.

This free event attracts hundreds of children and families who come to help release the marine life from the Aquarium back into Nantucket Harbor from where they were collected. Armed with plastic buckets, Aquarium staff direct the young volunteers, turning them into a bucket brigade to release the animals. Attendees should plan to possibly get wet.

“The creatures we release back to Nantucket Harbor are ones that we caught during the summer. These aquatic animals provide a rich learning experience for our Aquarium visitors. But, like each year in the past, we send these creatures back to their ocean home at the end of the season,” says Dr. Emily Goldstein Murphy, Director of Natural Science at the Maria Mitchell Association.

Animals to be released include horseshoe crabs, trigger fish, crabs, skates, dogfish, and many other species. The event is organized with different species released over the three-hour event. Interns and Aquarium staff direct the young volunteers in the proper and safe way of reuniting the animals with Nantucket Harbor. Well over one hundred animals will be returned to the ocean. Attendees should be prepared to get wet.

The Maria Mitchell Association is named for America’s first female astronomer, Maria Mitchell, best known for discovering a comet over Nantucket in October 1847. She went on to become the first female astronomy professor at Vassar College. The Maria Mitchell Association was founded in 1902 to preserve her legacy of scientific achievement and to carry on her passion for hands-on learning. Today, the Maria Mitchell Association operates two observatories (Loines and the Vestal Street Observatory), as well as the MMA Aquarium, the Natural Science Museum, and the birthplace of Maria Mitchell.

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THEATRE REVIEW

Two More Chances to See The Show

by Rebecca Nimerfroh More than 400 years since it was first performed, William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet remains one of the most popular love stories in Western history, having taken on many forms including opera, ballet, and more recently, a major motion picture starring heartthrob Leonardo DiCaprio. Lines like Juliet’s wistful, “Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?” are arguably as ingrained in our minds as our ABC’s. However many reasons there are behind this story’s timeless ability to resonate with us over the ages, one thing is for certain; witnessing it again, from wherever you stand in your current life, is as sweet and comforting as a visit from an old friend. Lucky for us on Nantucket, the opportunity is now upon us at The White Heron Theatre, with a production of this classic tale running now through the last performance this Sunday, September 3.

This production, however, is special, in that it comes to us re-imagined, with the addition of song and dance. Louis Butelli, commissioned by Lincoln Center Education, directs this masterpiece, with original music provided by Matthew Marsh to accompany the famous iambic pentameter, and ballet-like movement choreographed by Evelyn Chen. In fact, it’s these “additions to the menu,” executed by a limited (yet stunning) cast of five performers that encourage you to re-examine a list of characters we all assumed we knew through and through, joining them on this wild ride made up of war and love, and it’s a journey well worth taking.

This version of Romeo & Juliet is certainly condensed to only the “sweet spots” of the plotline, with most cast members charged with playing multiple characters. Comedic relief is provided by the stellar Chris French, who, with the quick twist of a flannel around his waist, transforms himself from Tybalt continued on page 14

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Eco-Responsible at Bartlett’s Farm

by Sanibel Chai

A LITTLE PLAYFUL. A LOT OF STYLE. SERVING NEW ENGLAND COASTAL CUISINE. FAMILIES WELCOME.

John Bartlett thinks of organic growing less in terms of marketing and more in terms of common sense. His attitude toward solar power is similar.

Given that Bartlett’s Farm strives to provide high quality produce and limit their carbon footprint, both choices were no-brainers. Bartlett’s Farm is home to a solar array that is capable of powering the farm’s entire electrical usage.

The farm’s journey to solar power was not direct, but it was a worthwhile process both as a business and as a responsible member of the Nantucket community.

When asked whether he considered other forms of alternative energy before going with solar, John mentions a difficult experience with wind power.

The farm had a windmill that ran on and off for three years between 20082011, but John ended up deciding “to try something closer to the ground that had less moving parts.” Also factoring into the selection of solar power is its prevalence. A less common technology John explains are digesters, which convert waste into energy. He says digesters are not as prevalent as technologies like wind and solar, but that in theory the digester at the landfill could actually be used to make power. John explains that if it were set up differently, the digester could extract methane from the digestion process and with that methane, run a turbine or heat water. He reiterates, “But again none are as commercially available [as solar power] and they are a lot more specialized in terms of finding parts or doing maintenance.”

To install the solar array, John has worked with the company Dynamic Energy, which is based in Pennsylvania and has done work throughout the Northeast. The lengthy installation process began in late February 2017 and the solar array was online as of July 5. The solar array occupies an area near the farm stand. John says this location was chosen because it is close to the store (which uses the most energy of all on the farm) and because it is not as visible as some of the other locations they were considering.

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Events & Entertainment Events are updated daily at Nantucket.net

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31 ALL DAY - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina

A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $12.95; half basket for $8.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. At Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad Streets.

9 to 9:30 AM - Feeding Frenzy Feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium with the staff before it opens to the public. Best for ages 4+ with adult. This program fills, so pre register at www.mariamitchell.org or 508-228-9198.

10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point . Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm.

10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 10 AM to 1 PM - Stop Snapping Pix-Start Creating Photos with Robin London Learn basic techniques and understand the settings on your camera to help you get better results. $150 at AAN’s Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Dr. 508-228-0722 10:30 AM - Children’s Pirate Walk & Treasure Hunt Pirate Robin takes you on a walk to the Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, lost sailing ships and pirate treasure and use tools on our search of lost and buried treasure. Adults $20, Children $15. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586.

10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mile, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 Kids (7-12). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington Street for 20 minute ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board in Sconset. 508-332-0953.

11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

11:30 AM - Free Fire Truck Ride to Breeze Restaurant for Lunch Hop aboard our antique fire truck for a complimentary tour through Town and ride to Breeze restaurant at 77 Easton St. for lunch. Departs from Visitors Services on Federal Street. Reservations encouraged 508-228-4730. Offered again at 12:30 pm 12 PM - Concert by William Schutt & Matt Hutchinson Schutt plays the saxophone and Hutchinson will play piano in the Unitarian Universalist Church, 11 Orange Street. Donations accepted at the door.

12 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last anywhere from 45 to 90 min.. Tours cover the operating procedures and methods of a functional winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Sign up at the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard. Again at 1 & 4 pm.

1 PM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of this remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Pickup at 33 Washington Street or at the Wauwinet Gate House. 508 228 6799. www.thetrustees.org/ccwr.

1 to 2:30 PM - Book Signing with Dorothea Benton Frank Meet the author of “Same Beach Next Year” at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St. 1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. continued on page 8

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NANTUCKET WALKING TOURS

by Robert P. Barsanti

Providing Quality Tours Since 1998

It took all summer, but I finally put the kayak in the water. It took one little white lie, one big bald faced lie, and a lucky parking place in Monomoy, but I was able to settle into the craft, deal with pegs that weren’t quite where I wanted, and head off for a longish paddle.

I am good with any activity that involves cup holders. Bicycles, ellipticals, baby carriages, golf carts, and kayaks all include the ability of holding a cool beverage without spilling it. Now, the kayak involves some tricky arrangement of bungie cords and placement of the cupholder on top of a rear bulkhead, but it can be done. Unless you do an Eskimo roll.

In fifty some odd years of living, I have finally learned that the great luxury of life is not wealth but time. You don’t measure real riches with a bank book but a calendar. When I was young and saw a long parade of calendar pages lining the road into the future, I was happy to trade time for money. I spent afternoons at photocopiers creating packets that students looked at for thirty minutes and then buried in binders. I stood attentive at jobs where I could calculate how much money I made every ten minutes. But since wisdom has slowly worn away the common sense I once had, I have found that time is the great expense that we blow through.

I spent this summer in profitable ways: I cleaned gutters and emptied trash cans; I made dinners and vacuumed up spiderwebs; I scrubbed toilets and cashed checks. But in that time, I didn’t hit enough golf balls, surf enough waves, read enough books, or put the kayak in the water. We only regret the sins we never committed or the golf balls we didn’t lose.

I dipped the paddles and headed away from the beach and into the mooring field. Since the end of Race Week, the path has become somewhat clearer out here in the floating parking lot. On a beautiful late summer day, I paddled continued on page 24

H The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk H Voted “Best Walking Tour on Nantucket” 3 years in a row!

Since 1998 the most popular walking tour on Nantucket!

Choice of 2 Different Tours

The Town Route: An eerie, 80 min, 1 mile evening stroll featuring the most haunted restaurant and most haunted house on Nantucket.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday starting at 8:45pm.

Cemetery Route: A 1 1/3 mile, 90 min walk featuring the Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, Mary Abby Swain, & the island’s 2 most haunted hotels. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday starting at 8:30pm.

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Historic Mansions and Hidden Parks

A 2 mile, non2stop exercise walk 2 with historic commentary 2 past the historic mansions and most beautiful gardens of Nantucket town.

Meets 10 min. early at Centre and Main Sts. beside the bank steps.

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, starting at 8:30am.

Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

A 2 1/2 mile, 55 min, non2stop morning exercise walk 2 with historic commentary 2 past some of the most spectacular homes on Nantucket. $15 cash only. Please arrive 10 minutes early at Centre and Main beside the bank steps. Monday & Friday starting at 8:30am.

Glorious ‘Sconset

A 90 min, 2/3 mile historic walking tour past the famous cottages of Siasconset, Nantucket’s most beautiful village. Catch the 10:15am bus at the Washington St. depot and meet the guide 20 min. later at the rotary bulletin board ;opposite the post office< in ‘Sconset.

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday starting at 10:45am.

Notorious Nantucket

For ages 13 and up. Learn about the real Nantucket of opium dens, bordellos, riots, hippie hysteria, a gigolo, a conman, and a wicked, wicked woman. Please arrive 10 min. early at Centre and Main, beside the bank steps. Wednesday & Saturday starting at 10:30am.

Great Writers on Nantucket

Hear how Hemingway, Melville, Steinbeck, and others were inspired by their stays on this magical island. Please arrive at 10:20am at Federal and India Sts, outside the Atheneum fence. Monday at 10:30am.

Prices for all tours: Historic Mansions & Fabulous Mansions $15 per person.

All other tours are $20 for adults; $15 for seniors (65+) and for teens; $5 for kids 7‐12; and under 7 free. 20% off for groups of 6 or more; 33% off for ten or more.

Cash only. No reservations necessary. Private tours available for all walks.

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1:30 to 4:30 PM - Hands on History for Children Hands on History offers children & their companions the opportunity to create crafts inspired by artifacts in the NHA collection. Thursdays craft is Tea Cups & Dancing Masks.

Free NHA members or with Museum admission. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 508-228-1894 2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

3 PM - Jah Spirit Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

3 to 5 PM - Plein Air Force Get out & Paint. Capture the beauty of the island in this free, weekly meeting series.

Call for location 508-228-0722 Free for all 5 PM - “Something Borrowed” Classical Concert A concert featuring Courtenay Hardy on Flute and Alan Murchie on Piano to benefit Gosnold on Nantucket. Music will include Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, Kuhlau, Mendelssohn, and Tchaikovsky. All proceeds will directly support Gosnold on Nantucket.

Gosnold specializes in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders.

Held in Sconset Chapel. Tickets $60 at the door. 508-901-1191 5 PM - “Leap” Showing in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street.

5 to 7 PM - Wine Tasting at Epernay Join the sommelier at Epernay Wine & Spirits for a complimentary tasting. 1 North Beach Street, near The Nantucket Hotel and The White Elephant. epernaywines.com 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Live Music, Cocktails & Light Bites at The Nantucket Hotel Savor summer breezes at The Nantucket Hotel. Join us outdoors for our Front Porch – Live Music, Cocktails & Light Bites Menu. Sip a favorite drink & enjoy lighter fare as you listen to live acoustic guitar & fiddle music by Sean Lee & Bob McGuire. Breeze Restaurant, located at 77 Easton Street. Reservations 508-228-4730.

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Coral Reefs In A Cha anging World

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6 to 8 PM - Complimentary Kids’ Deck Program at Breeze Restaurant Dine as a family at Breeze Restaurant. Then, after your kids have eaten, they can join Kid’s Deck team for a free supervised “Make your own S’mores” & coloring activity. Program is for ages 3 (toilet trained) to pre-teen. Reservations, 508-228-4730. Nantucket Hotel & Resort, 77 Easton St. 6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

7 PM - “Shakespeare’s Daughters” by Actress Lisa Harrow Join Harrow as she shares her reflections gleaned from a lifetime of exploring the fascinating female characters from some of Shakespeare’s greatest works. In this presentation, Harrow combines words from some of his most well-known figures with her own in an examination of the power of being a daughter. Tickets $25 at nha.org.

7 PM - “Logan Lucky” Showing in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

7:30 PM - White Heron Theatre Presents “Seawife” A musical tale of monumental scope inspired by stories of sailors & captains who sailed the whaling ships of old Nantucket. Percy, a sailor with natural talent, rises to become the whaling era’s greatest hero. An original musical by The Lobbyists. A treat for the whole family. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org or 508-825-5268.

7:30 PM - Movie: “Dunkirk” Showing in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got the Blues Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

7:45 PM - Free Community Healing Circle explore different healing modalities that enhance and mend your connection to your body, mind, and soul. Healing Circle led by Alexandra Catchpole, Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Intuitive. The Yoga Room, Faregrounds Road.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. Visit houses that have stories to tell, and see mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal Sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & continued on page 9

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Nantucket’s 2 most haunted hotels. Since 1998 led by original guide. $20, $15 Seniors (65+), Teens and $5 Kids (7-12) Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953

10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 508-228-2595 10:15 PM - “Foggy Roots” at Atlas Great live music from this local band at Atlas, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 8 AM - Nantucket Walkabout Hike: Shawkemo Hills From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor & inner harbor shores. From a low spot along the trail, discover how the glacier shaped the hills & dells of this north central part of the island.

Registration req’d: NantucketWalkabout.com 8 to 10 AM - Early-Bird Bird Walks with Field Ornithologist Ginger Andrews A boutique birding experience: after a brief visit to the Museum’s ornithology collection, you will head out to some of the best birding areas around town. MMA Natural Science Museum, Corner of Milk & Vestal Streets $25; MMA Members $10 8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Join us on a thrilling 6-hour offshore adventure—whale sightings guaranteed! Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2-1/2 mi., 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at The White Elephant, $15. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre Streets 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of this remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Pickup at 33 Washington Street or at the Wauwinet Gate House. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr. Again at 1 pm 9 to 9:30 AM - Feeding Frenzy Feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium with the staff before it opens to the public. Best for ages 4+ with adult. This program fills, so register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-9198. Held at Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 38 Washington St. $12.

10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm

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10 to 11:30 AM - Plant and Nature Walk Take a walk on the Linda Loring Nature Foundation’s Eel Point Property led by LLNF Director of Research and Education, Dr. Sarah Bois. $10; 508-325-0973.

10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Also 1pm & 4pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM - Nantucket by Bike Town Adventure Travel with us thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10 AM to 6 PM - Labor Day Weekend Super Sale at Peter Beaton $20 tent and 50% off summer at Peter Beaton, down the discreet Little Boardwalk at 16.5 Federal Street.

10:30 AM - Raven’s Walk: The History of Nantucket A walk though Nantucket’s fascinating past. Hear about the founding settlers, Mary Coffin Starbuck and the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effects of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whale ship Essex. Meet at the corner of Main & Federal Streets by The Hub. $20; Seniors & Teens $15; Kids $10.

10:30 AM to 5 PM - Labor Day Sale Huge savings at Freedman’s of Nantucket, 14 Centre St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mile, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 Kids (7-12). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington Street for 20 minute ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board in Sconset. 508-332-0953.

10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

11:30 AM - Free Fire Truck Ride to Breeze Restaurant for Lunch Hop aboard our antique fire truck for a complimentary tour through Town and ride to Breeze restaurant for lunch. Departs from Visitors Services Bureau on Federal Street at 11:30 am & 12:30 pm to Breeze at The Nantucket Hotel at 77 Easton Street. Reservations encouraged 508-228-4730. Offered again at 12:30 pm continued on page 18

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With Labor Day comes the end of summer, cooler temperatures, and back to school for many. Getting out into the forest and field this time of year brings a botanical bounty as a stunning display of Nantucket’s wildflowers awaits.

Botanically, the first signs of the end of summer are the yellow blossoms of late summer asters. The Sickle-leaved Golden Aster (Pityopsis falcata) is usually the first. As the name implies, the leaves are arranged around the stem like so many little scythes. Flowering in early to mid-August, it’s the first sign of the impending autumn. Rare in other states, the small, yellow, daisylike flowers are plentiful along Nantucket’s sandy pathways and dirt roads.

The yellow hues continue to dominate the late summer/early autumn wildflower show.

We have over 15 species of goldenrods on Nantucket. They range in shape from the flattopped flowers of the Grass-leaved Goldenrod (Euthamia graminifolia) to the showy spikes of the Canada and Elliot’s Goldenrods (Solidago canadensis and Solidago latissimifolia). The Seaside Goldenrod (Solidago sempervirens) is a showstopper with a nodding, golden plume like a wand across the sand dunes. The large fleshy leaves, while functional at retaining water in sandy and salty conditions, are almost like banana leaves. Not just beauties to behold, goldcontinued on page 47

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ANTIQUES SNIPPETS

Magic or Witchcraft?

Commonly asked questions and misunderstandings about antiques… and the odd or end fascinating bit!

We have been making models of ships for thousands of years…wonderful examples have survived from ancient Egypt. Miniature models made inside glass bottles have fascinated us since the 18th, perhaps even 17th Centuries.

What magic or witchcraft lies here? How did they get that little model inside that impossible bottle?

Well, tradithe tionally crafter would construct the model, then collapse all the spars and rigging flat to the deck; once slid inside the bottle the rigging would then be raised by pulling on a line. Sounds simple…until you try it.

A modern alternative method fashions all the parts, drops them into the bottle, then builds the model from scratch in situ with specially designed (often homemade) long wire tools. Sure, that simplifies things, yeah.

Ships in bottles remain forever popular with marine antiques and folk art collectors. The most desirable ones often feature multiple ships, port scenes and landscapes, molded oceans and painted backgrounds. Others may have elaborate three dimensional whimsical puzzle constructions instead of ships.

We always want to see the largest possible model inside a bottle with an impossibly smaller neck. Magic or witchcraft indeed!

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by Jenny Benzie Advanced Sommelier + Certified Wine Educator, Proprietress of Épernay Wine & Spirits

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Not only does Labor Day mark the unofficial closing of the summer season, more importantly it is a celebration to honor the working people and the contributions that they have made to our country over the years. Our celebrations often include parades, barbeques and most likely beverages in which to toast those who have paved the way for our country at some point in history to be what it is today. With this in mind, we look at a handful of pioneers in the California wine business who are considered icons in the industry based on the contributions they have made to the trade.

The Chappellet family’s romance with Pritchard Hill in Napa Valley started more than four decades ago. When Donn and Molly Chappellet first glimpsed the magnificent view of forests and wildflower-filled meadows from this location, they knew this is where they wanted to be. In 1967, they became the first winery to plant vineyards exclusively on high-elevation hillsides, something that was unheard of at that time. Today, the second generation of the family has taken the reigns from their parents in order to continue their passion of the land and crafting extraordinary, age-worthy wines. Among other pursuits to preserve the natural integrity of the land, their winery is solar-powered with a grey water reclamation plant and the vineyard is certified organic.

While Napa Valley is well known for their high-caliber red wines, Chappellet Chenin Blanc is a white wine worth your investigation. Unlike the de rigueur Chardonnays you typically find from this region, the Chenin Blanc vines were already producing when the Chappellets bought the Pritchard Hill property and they continued to make this historical wine. In 2004, the vines were replanted due to decreasing quality because of the age of the vines and the wine was reintroduced under their ‘Signature’ series. Keeping up with modern winemaking techniques, it is fermented in a combination of neutral French oak barrels, stainless steel barrels and tanks, and a Nomblot concrete “egg. The wine is elegant on the nose continued on page 25

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Land, Sea, & Air The Island on Canvas

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Diane Dicker

This Friday, September 1 in the Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street Land - Sea - Air: Depictions of the Island will open with a festive reception from 6 to 8 pm. This exhibition of Nantucket scenes features the Fish Series by Diane Dicker, work by Meghan Weeks who describes herself as “a constant student of the landscape,” oil paintings by Jessica Sosebee, and plein air works by Ian Mood. The exhibition will continue through September 13.

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to Juliet’s sly Nurse. The same goes for actor Danny Bernstein who plays the piano one minute, then becomes Lady Capulet the next. Lindsay Alexandra Carter is captivating as the young and in-love Juliet, and Alec Funiciello truly conveys the strife of a young, fourteen year old Romeo. Paul Corning performs the animated Mercutio, Friar, and Lord Capulet.

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It is easy to classify Romeo & Juliet as just another love story. Not to oversimplify, but who among us cannot relate to a lovesick teenager with parents who just don’t understand? But through song, dance, and multi-dimensional characters, this creative production brings to light a deeper implication, one of silenced voices under the weight of legacy, duty and discord. Perhaps these teens did not only die for love, but for the common human desire in us all to simply be heard? So, just like that visit with an old friend, you are sure to leave your seat with a pang in your heart, and a newfound gem of self-awareness.

To purchase tickets, visit whiteherontheatre.org, and don’t wait, there are only a two performances left of this great show!

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The solar array at Bartlett’s Farm can power 100% of the electrical use of the farm. This includes the farm stand, greenhouses (fans, motors, furnaces), employee housing, and outbuildings. Machinery that requires fuel cannot be powered by the array. The only downside to solar energy is that you only have power as long as the sun is out. At nighttime and during foggy weather, the solar array cannot power the farm. There is developing technology to store solar energy, but the farm does not employ it yet. John mentions that he is looking into a form of battery storage that would allow the solar energy to be saved up and used during dark or cloudy periods. At present, when the array generates more power than the farm needs, the excess energy goes out into the grid and the farm is credited by the power company for the energy it has created and other people have used.

Installing the solar array was more than a business decision, “We did it because we are large power users and anything that we can do to reduce that cost and to be more sustainable helps us as business. We also like to try to reduce our carbon footprint and this achieves that as well. It’s a win win for us. It also reduces the need for additional power on Nantucket in general.

And so it accomplishes that as well as avoiding having to install another cable from the mainland,” John Bartlett explained.

Solar power is not the only way that Bartlett’s Farm is acting as a ecologically responsible business on Nantucket. They also grow crops using organic methods and with hydroponics.

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sustainable practice for our business.” In order to sell produce and call it organic, a farm must be certified by an agency. Though Bartlett’s Farm has been growing using organic methods for many years, it was first certified by Baystate Organics Certifiers five years ago. The agency reviews meticulous records, products used, Hydroponics and processes involved with growing crops before granting the official label “organic certified.” John says, “If the certifier were to come and pull a bunch of thyme off the shelf that we’re calling organic, we have to have proof of origin of that bunch of thyme from seed to finished product.” Bartlett’s Farm has 20 acres of certified organic and 16 acres in transition out of roughly 100 acres total. The transition process takes three years and requires the farm to use organic methods but does not allow farmers to label the crops organic until the three years is complete. Bartlett’s Farm also has one acre of certified organic greenhouses.

Some of Bartlett’s organic offerings include greens, parsley, cilantro, thyme, lettuce, and beans. “We’re continuing to expand our organic acreage, and where things make sense we’ll continue to do that,” John explained. “Not all crops have good organic options. Some crops have more pests than others. Some pests are more difficult to control with organic options. We get a lot of fog on Nantucket, so there are certain funguses on certain crops…It’s a complicated web of decision making [that goes] into 1) where we plant stuff and 2) what we feel we can do organically or not.

Some of the shorter crops are easier to do organically because they’re not in the ground as long so they don't have the weed pressure that something that’s there for 100 days [is subject to]. Weeds compete with nutrients, with sunlight. They can shade the crop or they’ll steal nutrients from the crop you’re trying to grow, so you’ve got to be able to remove those weeds. Using continued on page 17

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In 1974, Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandfather began experimenting with soil-less mixes, and he has carried on the tradition. Using soil-less mixes in the greenhouse allows the farm to harvest tomatoes in May whereas the field tomatoes are not ready until later in the season. John has been using a coir mix ( ground up coconut husks), peat moss based mixes, and vermiculite. Using soil-less mixes in the greenhouse also allows for flexibility not afforded field crops. While farmers must bend to the soil in a field by rotating crops, in a greenhouse the soil-less mixes can be used for several seasons and then replaced altogether. It is also easier to isolate soil-borne diseases in greenhouse growing.

Bartlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm is also working in hydroponics, a newer method of growing that is still being defined. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A strict definition of hydroponic growing is you would grow in water and only water. Some people say you can use a substrate like sand or gravel to hold the roots,â&#x20AC;? John says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you can grow produce sustainably without chemical inputs I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing.â&#x20AC;? Currently Bartletts is growing basil (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best, the sweetest, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever tasted,â&#x20AC;? according to Vegetable Production Manager Andrew Spollett) and other greens hydroponically, with hopes to include other vegetables in the near future.

There is a question of whether hydroponic growing will be labeled organic that is yet to be answered. John explains that it will essentially end up being a bureaucratic decision, but what matters to him is simply whether the process allows him to grow sustainably. Hydroponic growing requires more inputs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to have pumps to circulate the water. Do you use more or less water [than traditional growing]? Certain systems probably use less water ...But if you have solar panels to run your hydroponic pumps,â&#x20AC;? the energy used could offset by the energy produced sustainably.

Organic hydroponics powered by solar: thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a description that would be almost incomprehensible ten years ago. But today, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s common parlance.

Public engagement with alternative energy bodes well for Nantucketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future and commercial efforts like the solar array seen at Bartlettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm are promising. The farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts to grow and harvest sustainably are a conscious decision to limit the drain on the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resources.

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12 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last anywhere from 45 to 90 min.. Tours cover the operating procedures and methods of a functional winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 1 & 4 pm.

1 PM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of this remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Pickup at 33 Washington Street or at the Wauwinet Gate House. 508 228 6799.

2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Guided Walk Explore the sandplain grasslands that are Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies, with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil on this guided walk. Registration: NantucketWalkabout.com 2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

4 PM - Foggy Roots Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 to 6 PM - Meet the Designers Stop by 2 Union Street (just off of Main Street) for lite bites and to meet jewelry designers Jessica Hicks, Clay Twombly, and Jennifer Greenwood.

5 to 7 PM - Timbukblues Performs Live Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 508-228-2595 5 to 8 PM - Art Opening Reception at Hostetler Gallery The art of Sherre Wilson-Liljegren at a fun reception in Hostetler Gallery, 42 Centre St. 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Live Music, Cocktails & Light Bites at The Nantucket Hotel Kick off Labor Day Weekend at The Nantucket Hotel at Front Porch – Live Music, Cocktails & Light Bites Menu. Sip your favorite drink and enjoy lighter fare as you listen to live acoustic guitar and fiddle music by Sean Lee & Bob McGuire. Breeze Restaurant, located at 77 Easton Street. For reservations 508-228-4730.

6 to 8 PM - Complimentary Kids’ Deck Program at Breeze Restaurant Dine as a family at Breeze Restaurant. Then, after your children are through eating, they can join Kid’s Deck team members for a free, supervised “Make your own S’mores” and coloring activity, while you linger over dinner. Program is for ages 3 (and toilet trained) to pre-teen. Reservations, 508-228-4730. Nantucket Hotel & Resort, 77 Easton St. 6 to 9 PM - Opening Reception at Robert Foster Fine Art Art Opening Reception :Land, Sea & Air” featuring Diane Dicker, Meghan Weeks, Jessica Sosebee & Ian Mood at the Robert Foster Fine Art Gallery, 8 India St. Thru Sept. 13th.

6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

7 to 8:15 PM - Free Concert: Ann Martindale & Richard Busch Since 2007, Ann Martindale and Richard Busch have been performing mellow American jazz and popular standards at venues in Florida, New York, Massachusetts and Connecticut. Great Hall of the Nantuckets Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

7:30 PM - White Heron Theatre Presents “Seawife” A musical tale of monumental scope inspired by stories of sailors & captains who sailed the whaling ships of old Nantucket. Percy, a sailor with natural talent, rises to become the whaling era’s greatest hero. An original musical by The Lobbyists. A treat for the whole family. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org or 508-825-5268.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at The Hub at Main & Federal Sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

8:45 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 most famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is one mile long and lasts 80 minutes. $20. $15 Seniors (65+) & Teens and $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 15 min early. 5 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Morejuice Party at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

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8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

9 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2 mile, 45 minute, nonstop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Past historic mansions of Nantucket. $15, cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre Streets, by bank steps. Arrive 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of this remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Pickup at 33 Washington Street or at the Wauwinet Gate House. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr. Again at 1 pm 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm.

10 AM - Nantucket by Bike Town Adventure Travel with us thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 10 AM to 1 PM - Aquarium Release Day It’s time for Maria Mitchell’s aquarium animals to go back home! This is the last day that the Aquarium is open and it is time for all of the animals to return to their winter homes. Drop into the Aquarium to help us release animals and begin the winterizing process for the tanks. This is a great way to see a whole new side of the aquarium.

Held at The Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington Street.

10 AM to 2 PM - Pick-Your-Own Tomatoes Pick as many tomatoes as you want at Bartlett Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road, for $1.50 a pound. Bring your own bags and park in the market to take a hayride out to the tomato fields. Payment is cash only in the field. NO parking in the field or on Bartlett Farm Road or on Smooth Hummocks.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10 AM to 6 PM - Labor Day Weekend Super Sale at Peter Beaton $20 tent and 50% off summer at Peter Beaton, down the discreet Little Boardwalk at 16.5 Federal Street.

10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on this 2/3 mile, 80 minute walking tour. For ages 13+ $20, $15 Age 65+ & Teens. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre Streets by bank steps 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Story Time at Bookworks in Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street.

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Stewart Lewis Meet the author of “Stealing Candy” at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

10:30 AM to 5 PM - Labor Day Sale Huge savings at Freedman’s of Nantucket, 14 Centre St. 10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

11:30 AM - Free Fire Truck Ride to Breeze Restaurant for Lunch Hop aboard our antique fire truck for a complimentary tour through Town and ride to Breeze restaurant for lunch. Departs from Visitors Services Bureau on Federal Street at 11:30 am & 12:30 pm to Breeze at The Nantucket Hotel at 77 Easton Street. Reservations encouraged 508-228-4730. Offered again at 12:30 pm 1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

12:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

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2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 3 PM - Aldous Collins Duo Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 to 6 PM - Meet the Designers Stop by 2 Union Street (just off of Main Street) for lite bites and to meet jewelry designers Jessica Hicks, Clay Twombly, and Jennifer Greenwood.

5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6 to 8 PM - Complimentary Kids’ Deck Program at Breeze Restaurant Dine as a family at Breeze Restaurant. Then, after your children are through eating, they can join Kid’s Deck team members for a free, supervised “Make your own S’mores” and coloring activity, while you linger over dinner. Program is for ages 3 (and toilet trained) to pre-teen. Reservations, 508-228-4730. Nantucket Hotel & Resort, 77 Easton St. 6:15 PM - Nantucket Walkabout Hike: Shawkemo Hills From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. From a low spot along the trail, discover how the glacier shaped hills & dells of this north central part of the island.

Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

7:30 PM - White Heron Theatre Presents “Romeo & Juliet” Brilliant, youth driven, exciting. Originally commissioned by Lincoln Center Education, Psittacus Productions’ “Romeo & Juliet” is a new musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s masterwork. Featuring a nimble ensemble of five performers, the piece incorporates live music, intricate choreography, spare, inventive staging, and Shakespeare’s timeless poetry. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org or 508-825-5268.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

8:45 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 most famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is one mile long and lasts 80 minutes. $20. $15 Seniors (65+) & Teens and $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps15 minutes early.

10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Brian Party with DJ Brian at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 7 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Savor one of several special versions of Eggs Benedict every Sunday morning at The Downyflake, new specials each week. 18 Sparks Ave. 8 AM - Sankaty Bluff Guided Walkabout A guided hike on the Sankaty Bluff trail. Registration req’d: NantucketWalkabout.com 8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Join us on a thrilling 6-hour offshore adventure—whale sightings guaranteed! Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

9 AM - Spin to Sconset A 20 mi. bike tour to Siasconset Village. Reserve: 508-825-5362, nantucketbybike.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of this remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Pickup at 33 Washington Street or at the Wauwinet Gate House. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr. Again at 1 pm 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM - Nantucket by Bike Town Adventure Travel with us thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 continued on page 21

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10 AM to 6 PM - Labor Day Weekend Super Sale at Peter Beaton $20 tent and 50% off summer at Peter Beaton, down the discreet Little Boardwalk at 16.5 Federal Street.

10:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch Savor a new twist on breakfast dishes & savory fare at Proprietors, 9 India Street. Reservations: 508-228-7477 10:30 AM to 5 PM - Labor Day Sale Huge savings at Freedman’s of Nantucket, 14 Centre St. 10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11 AM to 2 PM - Brunch & Live Music at Breeze Restaurant Linger over a leisurely summer Sunday Brunch while you listen to Alan James live on the acoustic guitar, performing on our Terrace. Downtown at The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street. Reservations, 508-228-4730.

11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

11:30 AM - Free Fire Truck Ride to Breeze Restaurant for Brunch Hop aboard our antique fire truck for a complimentary tour through Town and ride to Breeze restaurant77 Easton St. for lunch. Departs from Visitors Services on Federal Street. Reservations encouraged 508-228-4730. Offered again at 12:30 pm 1 PM - Perfect Day Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com

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2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

5 PM - Last Call: A Film by John Stanton Local filmmaker John Stanton’s documentary features interviews with locals like actor John Shea and journalist David Halberstam. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. $14.

5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

5:45 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Guided Walkabout Jutting into the channel between Madaket Harbor & Tuckernuck Island, Smith’s Point alternates between including & not including Esther’s Island, a temporary island that separates& reconnects to Nantucket. Register: NantucketWalkabout.com 6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

7:30 PM - White Heron Theatre Presents “Romeo & Juliet” Brilliant, youth driven, exciting. Originally commissioned by Lincoln Center Education, Psittacus Productions’ “Romeo & Juliet” is a new musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s masterwork. Featuring a nimble ensemble of five performers, the piece incorporates live music, intricate choreography, spare, inventive staging, and Shakespeare’s timeless poetry. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org or 508-825-5268.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

8:45 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 most famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is one mile long and lasts 80 minutes. $20. $15 Seniors (65+) & Teens; $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 15 min early.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 8 AM - Polpis Harbor & Quaise Guided Walkabout Hear how a massive chunk of glacial ice formed Polpis Harbor, how salt marshes evolved on Nantucket, what lives in them and how Native Americans & European settlers used natural resources in & around Polpis Harbor for their survival. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2-1/2 mi., 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at The White Elephant, $15. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre Streets 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by this magical island on this 2/3 mile, 90 minute stroll. $20 Adults, $15 Seniors (65+) and Teens & $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fence. Arrive 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

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Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

11:30 AM - Free Fire Truck Ride to Breeze Restaurant for Lunch Hop aboard our antique fire truck for a complimentary tour through Town and ride to Breeze restaurant for lunch. Departs from Visitors Services on Federal St to Breeze at The Nantucket Hotel at 77 Easton St. Reservations: 508-228-4730. Again at 12:30 pm 1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Guided Walkabout Explore the sandplain grasslands that are Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies, with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil on this guided walk. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

4:30 PM - Tricky Dicks Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 PM - Children’s Ghost Hunt in Nantucket Town Join Robin & her raven, Edgar, as we embark upon our ghostly adventure. Put on your ghost hunter hats as we stop by houses that have stories to tell. Learn what to look for and how to become a Ghost Hunter. Bring whatever tools you may need for our search.

The Ghost hunt is educational, exciting, & lots of fun. Adults, Seniors & Teens $15, Children $10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations req’d: 508-257-4586.

5 to 7 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 508-228-2595 continued on page 23

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6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6 to 8 PM - Nantucket Pickleball Drop-in outdoor play on the paddle courts. $5 per person. 82 Hinsdale Road.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

8:45 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 most famous haunted locations. Led by the original guide, it is one mile long and lasts 80 minutes. $20. $15 Seniors (65+) & Teens and $5 Kids (7-12). Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre Streets, by bank steps 15 min early.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 8 AM - Stump Swamp Guided Walkabout A guided wilderness hike on the Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm trail with 2 island ecosystems, a shrub swamp wetland and island moors dotted with kettle holes. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2 mile, 45 minute, nonstop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Past historic mansions of Nantucket. $15, cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre Streets, by bank steps. Arrive 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

8:30 to 10:30 AM - Nantucket Pickleball Drop-in outdoor play on the paddle courts. $5 per person. 82 Hinsdale Road.

9 AM - Children’s Adventure: Become a Pirate Hunter on the Endeavor Join Pirate Robin aboard the Endeavor & learn about pirate life and become Pirate Hunters. The adventure ends with a pirate map & search for treasure. Best for ages 3-5; adult must accompany child. $38. Meet at The Endeavor’s Slip # 1015 on the Straight Wharf. For Reservations: 508-228-5585 9 AM to 1 PM - Hand Carved Sperm Whale with Bill Sarni Learn traditional carving techniques to create the iconic sperm whale. All material pro-

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9:45 to 10:30 AM - Music in the Morning Join Lizza for fun and engaging songs, singing games and movement activities aimed at teaching musical skills to the very young. Appropriate for ages 2 - 7, Space is limited.

Tickets available the day of the program when the library opens. Free Event. Held at The Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10:30 AM - Children’s Pirate Walk & Treasure Hunt Pirate Robin takes you on a walk to the Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of infamous pirates who sailed past our shores, lost sailing ships & pirate treasure, and use tools on our search of lost and buried treasure. $20, Children $15. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586.

10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mile, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 Kids (7-12). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington Street for 20 minute ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board in Sconset. 508-332-0953.

10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine. continued on page 45

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Luxury of Life from page 7

Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11am - last call @ 7pm; Sunday, noon - last call @ 6pm Tastings, tours, live music and good times! Kids, snacks, & leashed dogs welcome!

At Cisco Brewers we make all grain beers in our tiny brewery. Located in the same courtyard as 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 spirits.

Big Beers, Delicious Wine & Smooth Spirits available at all the best island restaurants and liquor stores FREE! in-season shuttle every 15 minutes from Visitor Services starting at 12pm We now have expanded off-street parking past the Brewery on the right.

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past empty runabouts and empty sailboats and aimed at Coatue.

Labor Day comes with a sad accounting. Somehow the captains, mates, and lowly swains who owned these boats had something better to do on one of the peak days of summer than come out to their floating investments and zip about the sound. Instead, their boats crossed their arms in an accusatory and lapping silence, one my kayak knows well. I fear that my house has a full attendance of accusers. I have a stack of books sitting on a table that were bought in anticipation of a long bubble bath of words; yet they still have receipts and Mitchell’s Bookmarks in them. Both the books and the boats show the glutton’s regret; our eyes are bigger than our stomachs. Or, really, bigger than our calendars.

It’s Labor Day: the house guests are gone by now. They have returned to jobs and lives and commutes on 495. The work is slowing down; everyone is sick and sick of it. The restaurants with the longest lines and the busiest phones are throwing parties for their remaining workers and then cutting the hours down to a more sedate September pace. The phone doesn’t ring as often. We are not needed to bartend a party in Sconset, fix a porch in Madaket, or unplug a drain on Bartlett Road. The invoices are out, the checks are coming in (slowly), and the calendar pauses after eating up the weekends and afternoons.

My kayak guilt pushes me to cross beyond the big boats past the end of Monomoy and head over to First Point. I paddled up the beach a foot or so, then made an awkward and hopping exit from the boat, but without spilling my beverage. I dragged the kayak above the seaweed, unpeeled the spray skirt and life vest, then dropped them into the cockpit and walked over the dunes to the north side and the Sound.

Civilization strips itself down and goes swimming out there. Coatue remains a place apart from the season and society. Nobody has left any footprints on the beach, nor has it been raked or made pretty for a visitor. Which isn’t to say I was alone. On an electric afternoon, sailboats pushed towards Great Point, and then swung away. Far up by the lighthouse, the Jeeps and pickups backed up to the water and the ant-sized fishermen cast into the tide.

Two super yachts waddled at anchor in the midst of the motorboats and jet skis running a game of tag through their wakes. One boat was moored a mile up the beach, with three kids jumping from it into the water, then climbing back up the ladder and jumping again. Above it all, three long feathery clouds stretched down from Canada.

The Eagle blew three blasts, then emerged over the dune and around Brant Point. The passengers filled the top two decks; headed back to work, headed back to school, headed back to a mainland life. The Lynx sailed the other way, bringing the young sailors back to parents and pizza. Far behind them, the Endeavor also returned, spinnaker set and a full load of passengers hiked out over the water. I was glad not to be on them.

There are no bars on Coatue so my phone was deliciously and selfishly sending messages to voicemail. Solitude is the luxury that you pay for with time and, in my case, lies. Everyone wants you to be where they can call you, if they have to. They want to check on their investments. Obligations are generous and solitude is selfish. Books and boats demand that you leave your obligations in other peoples hands while you sit alone, either in a chair or in a kayak. The accounting comes hard, but you can only settle accounts by yourself, in the quiet office, where the columns are on the calendars not counting dollars but days.

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with hints of orange blossom, peach and apricot, followed by moderate acidity and lively minerality that carry though to a focused finish—perfect with your freshly caught striper with a stone fruit salsa.

Making wine is not a flash in the pan. It takes time to grow the best vines, create the ultimate blend and age your wine properly in the cellar. Dr. Robert Sinskey came to Napa Valley as an escape his career and life in the big city as an ophthalmologist pioneer. As someone at the leading edge of his own field, he wanted to do the same with the wines that he produced. After some trial and error, enter Rob, Jr. to come on board and assist with the project hands-on while Dr. Sinskey was still running his practice elsewhere. Fast forward to today where Rob, Jr. and his wife Maria, who manages the culinary aspect of the winery operations, have made the winery a must-visit destination when visiting the region, not just for the wine but for the overall European hospitality experience that awaits you.

Robert Sinskey Vineyards POV Red Blend comes from the family vineyard where the Cabernet France, Merlot (and then some) blend could change slightly every year based on the vintage and what Mother Earth provides them from the vines. POV (Point of View) is a wine that you take to dinner to enjoy, not just to impress. The concentrated color matches with the intense aromas of macerated berries, bay leaf, and fennel. Supple tannins fill your mouth as you taste the soft influence from aging in fine oak barrels. This incredibly long wine is just the right match for your barbeque dinner and the time spent lingering after.

When Jack and Jamie Davies discovered the Schramsberg estate in much needed repair in 1965, they immediately set out to produce sparkling wine — specifically, “America’s most prestigious, select and admired sparkling wine; chosen for special guests, special gifts, pampering one’s self and expressing one’s taste in unique products.” Shortly after this endeavor started, their Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs was served by President Nixon at the White House for his “Toast to Peace” with China’s Premier Zhou Enlai. The rest is history, as it has been said, as Schramsberg’s sparkling wines have been served at official State functions by every U.S. Presidential administration since. continued on page 28

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Featured Restaurant: Easy Street Cantina

One Nibble and You’re Hooked New England is known for small seaside cafés and clam shacks that specialize in fresh seafood, but we can think of only one eatery on Nantucket that carries on that tradition. Easy Street Cantina is by the harbor rather than the sea, but it definitely offers fresh seafood prepared simply and deliciously along with so much more.

Easy Street Cantina is on the corner of Easy Street and Broad Street, the last place on “The Strip” before you get to Steamboat Wharf. You’ve seen it: it’s the restaurant with the pretty, flower-filled corner patio enclosed by hedges and filled with picnic tables sheltered by colorful market umbrellas.

Dining here is self-serve, and the counter help is pleasant, fast, and efficient (even more so if you call ahead). They make it easy to get your food and head to the beach, back to work, or off to catch the ferry. If you decide to eat there, in addition to the outdoor patio, they have a spacious indoor dining room with booths and tables.

Easy Street Cantina is one of the first downtown eateries to open in the morning at Buffalo Chicken Wings 7:30 am (earlier in the heart of the season) and the last to close on weekends at 2 am!

After Labor Day Weekend, they’ll close earlier, but will still be open past the time most other island night spots stop serving food.

Their extensive menu offers an assortment of American favorites, Mexican fare, and fresh New England seafood. Owner Bartholomew Gangemi’s background is finer than fast food, and it shows in the care he takes with the freshness and preparation of everything served. He even mixes his own “Island Spice” seasoning blend and harvests his own Nantucket sea salt, which you can buy at the counter to take home or at NantucketCookieCompany.net if you need more after you get home.

Breakfast is served all day long at Easy Street Cantina. Breakfast Sandwiches are featured, 8 different varieties, from a simple Egg and Cheese Burrito for $7.95 to their “Grand Slamwich,” a morning feast with bacon, sausage, ham, egg, and cheese on a maple-grilled bun for $9.95. Their Large Breakfast Taco with black beans, egg, cheese, sour cream, and salsa is gluten free.

If you have time to sit down and enjoy breakfast, then order the light and fluffy pancakes. A stack of 3 with a side of bacon, butter, and syrup is just $10.95 and for 95 cents more you can add blueberries, cranberries, or choco-

late chips! Easy Street Cantina also has a selection of sides to add on, including ham, hash browns, sausage, scones, muffins, and bagels.

Easy Street Cantina serves more than a dozen different “Easy Street Bites” — finger foods for any time of day. We highly recommend the Popcorn Shrimp, which we order every time we’re here. All the seafood New England Clam Chowder served at Easy Street Cantina is hand-breaded, these included, and the shrimp Gangemi uses are larger that what are often served as “popcorn shrimp” at other island eateries. The mustardy “Tiger” dipping sauce adds a delicious spark of heat.

Also very good are the Cantina’s Buffalo Chicken Wings. One bite of these and you'll understand why they’re so popular: a thin, crisp exterior, moist and meaty chicken, and a nicely balanced spicy-tangy sauce that doesn’t make the crust soggy because they are cooked to order. Thursdays are Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina, and all day you can get a basket of 16 wings (Teriyaki, BBQ, Buffalo, or Plain) for $12.95 or a half basket for $8.95. (As of September 9, Wing Day moves to Saturday.) New this season is the Cantina’s Huge Bucket of Wings: for just $33.95, you get enough for a party!

Speaking of specials, the buffets will soon be back at Easy Street Cantina.

Starting next week they serve all-you-can-eat lunch buffets Monday through Friday with a different feature each day plus salad, nachos, and pizza.

Fresh, breaded by hand, and cooked to order, Fried Clams at Easy Street Cantina are the best on the island. The clams are whole belly and delightfully tender with a crunchy breading. You can get them on their own or as part of the Fisherman’s Steak Quesadilla Platter. This enor-

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All the seafood is perfectly cooked to be tender, and nothing is greasy. Even the cool, crisp slaw and the delicious house-made tartar sauce prepared with two kinds of mustard, red wine vinegar, and tarragon

that come with with platter deserve high praise.

The Fisherman’s Platter (cover photo) and most of the sandwiches served here come with Gangemi’s habit-forming Seasoned Fries, crisp on the outside and fluffy inside, dusted with his delicious Island Spice.

Easy Street Cantina’s Tacos were also a hit with the whole team. For a mere $5.50 you get deliciously seasoned and freshly fried codfish nestled into a warm flour tortilla with chilled lettuce, salsa, corn, onion, sour cream, and cheddar and monterey jack cheeses. If you prefer, you can order this in a corn tortilla. Cantina Tacos can be ordered by the box if you have a crew to feed. Our favorite taco is their superb new Shrimp Taco filled with creamy guacamole, crunchy chef’s slaw, and lightly battered butterflied shimp that are flash-fried and pop with flavor.

The Lobster Roll here hits the spot with big chunks of sweet lobster meat in a light mayo and celery dressing served on a grilled bun. Order this with a cup of their New England Clam Chowder for a true seaside café meal.

Not in the mood for seafood? Easy Street Cantina has chicken tacos, bean tacos, and beef tacos as well as fish tacos. And they have a very tasty tacoin-a-taco called the Macho Taco that can satisfy any appetite. This is a beef taco, its crisp corn tortilla shell filled with meat, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, salsa, and jalapenos, served in a flour tortilla with refried beans. The Steak Quesadilla is another hearty meal, with flour torilla folded over a steak and cheese filling plus lettuce, tomato, olives, Lobster Roll

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jalapeno, onion, corn, salsa, and sour cream on the side.

The Cantina also serves a variety of burgers (including a veggie burger), several hot sandwiches, five types of burrito, three hot subs, and ten different wraps. We especially enjoy their Grilled Reuben. It’s a classic, with layers of corned beef, sauerkraut, cheese, and dressing on marbled rye. We also love their South Street Cheese Steak and their Classic Chicken Parmesan: both served on enormous soft rolls with plenty of melted cheese.

It’s still summer, so if it’s a salad you want, Easy Street Cantina can satisfy! Their Teriyaki Chicken Salad is very good, with moist and deliciously seasoned chicken over a bed of lettuce, chopped tomato and onion, and a blend of cheeses garnished with crunchy seasoned tortilla strips. Even better (and more summery) is their superb Fresh Basil Chicken Salad.

New this year, Easy Street Cantina is serving thick and creamy Milk Shakes in vanilla, chocolate, or mocha and they’ll make yours malted upon request. Our favorite is the mocha—it has a nicely defined coffee flavor and matches well with a Chocolate Chipolte Cookie from the Nantucket Cookie Company. A bakery within Easy Street Cantina, the Nantucket Cookie Company makes small batch cookies from scratch daily with no preservatives, along with fruit-filled scones and muffins. Our favorite cookie flavors are their chocolate chipolte (the flicker of heat cuts the rich dark chocolate) and their Nantucket Cranberry cookie (an island variation on oatmeal raisin).

They had sold out of the Iced Key Lime, Butter Pecan, and the Mocha Frost cookies, so we’ll stop back for those!

Not only can you buy freshly baked cookies in a variety of flavors, but you can Cookies also buy a Lightship Basket filled with chocolate chip cookies nicely wrapped to take home to the friends you left behind in America. Another fun gift (or activity for the boat ride home) is their Cookie Decorating Kit with a dozen fresh sugar cookies and colored toppings. And after you’ve rounded the point, you can still order these scrumptious cookies (along with Gangemi’s Nantucket Island Spice and ACK Natural Sea Salt) at NantucketCookieCompany.net.

We loved lingering over a casual, tasty, and affordable dinner at Easy Street Cantina: great food and plenty of it, relaxing patio dining, and we still had cash in our wallet when we left.

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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

Hy-Line Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Island Bike Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Nantucket Cottage Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Nantucket Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Nantucket Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Souza's Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Thai House Nantucket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Triple Eight Distillery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 2017 PHOTO CONTEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All over the island

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

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

41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 9000

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Cisco Brewers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Claudette's Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 The Faregrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Great Point Natural History Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

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

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

Nantucket Cookie Company

Open daily we ship anywhere

508-228-5814 inside Easy Street Cantina, 2 Broad St.

THE NANTUCKET COOKIE COMPANY offers their freshly baked tempting treats. Stop in their Steamboat Wharf location inside The Easy Street Cantina and indulge — you won’t be disappointed!

Sending our cookies to friends and family? Arrange for in-store pickup, or we will ship anywhere in nantucketcookie.net the USA!

Brewers

Cisco Brewers

508-325-5929 Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm 5 Bartlett Farm Road Tastings, tours, live music and good times! Dogs, kids, and snacks welcome!

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: every 15 min from noon to 6:30pm or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. ciscobrewers.com

Triple Eight Distillery

Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm

508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Established in 2000, TRIPLE EIGHT DISTILLERY uses water from well #888 to distill its “Notch” single malt whiskey and produce its famous Triple Eight Vodka “888”. Call for more information or to book a tour. ciscobrewers.com

Clubs & Entertainment

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

Open daily from 11:30am-1am

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 the game. THE ROSE & CROWN is the hottest spot in downtown Nantucket! Entertainment nightly. Theroseandcrown.com

The Bean

Coffee Shops 508-228-6215

Open at 4 India Street & in the mid-island 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 nantucketcoffee.com

Handlebar Café

Open Mon Fri 6:30am -6pm, Sat & Sun 7am -6pm Coffee, community space, and killer wifi

508-825-5929 15 Washington Street

handlebar.coffee Welcome to HANDLEBAR - a community space disguised as a coffee shop! We provide an ideal intown 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!

Bartlett’s Farm

Ice Cream

Scooping ice cream from 11am to 7 pm

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road

Did you know that BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM now serves ice cream? Ten flavors of premium ice cream can be scooped for you into sugar cones or waffle cups. To top it all off, seven farm-made toppings will be available, including farm-grown strawberry compote along with four other fresh fruit compotes, cookie crumble, chocolate sauce, and caramel. These ice cream treats won’t empty your wallet—large sugar cones are just $5.95 with toppings just a dollar each. bartlettsfarm.com

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Light Food & Take-Out

Bar opens at 5 pm; Dinner from 5:30 pm

Bakeries

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Atlas

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

508-825-5495 130 Pleasant Street

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, atlasnantucket.com no corners cut! Dine in or take out.

Bartlett’s Farm

Open every day 8-7pm Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road

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. bartlettsfarm.com

Centre Street Bistro

9 Centre Street; 508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!”

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts on Saturdays and Sundays, plus savory lunches Tuesday-Friday and fabulous dinners Tuesday-Sunday 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. MasterCard and Visa accepted. nantucketbistro.com

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.

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 CrosswindsNantucket.com

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

Downyflake

Open daily 6 am to 1 pm

18 Sparks Avenue; 508-228-4533 A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years

Serving breakfast and lunch daily, THE DOWNYFLAKE is a Nantucket tradition known for the big doughnut outside and delicious doughnuts inside. Choose from a menu of Flake favorites and daily specials for good food and fast, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. Call ahead for take-out, bulk pastry orders, and catering or event planning. thedownyflake.com

Easy Street Cantina

Open daily. Friendly, Fast, Affordable Family Food.

Full Breakfast served all day from 7:30 am

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-egg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. One Nibble & You’re Hooked!

EasyStreetCantina.com

The Faregrounds

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am Affordable Family Dining

508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS serves from 11:30 am til 1 am seven days a week. Whether you dine there for lunch, dinner, or their late night menu, you’ll enjoy hearty American cuisine that will please the whole family. Lunch and Dinner Specials are offered, and salad bar is available with dinner. All menu items are available for takeout, and they have an extensive pizza menu. There’s plenty of parking, and they accept all major credit cards. Call FAREGROUNDS to arrange your party—it’s a terrific location for gatherings large and small. They have the island’s premier sports bar — the pub is separate from the dining room, so bring the family in for dinner or stop by and watch the game. Outside deck with bar is open seasonally.

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Nantucket Dining Guide Siam to Go

Lunch Mon-Fri 11am to 2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4 to 8pm Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

508-228-SIAM (7426) Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln

siamtogonantucket.com 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.

Sophie T’s Pizza

Open Mon-Sun.11:30am-9pm Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

508-325-6265 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons

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 dining in or take out for over 16 years. New York style thin crust, crispy flatbread, or gluten-free choices beg for your special topping creations. SOPHIE T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs, sandwiches, and wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out. Daily specials available on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

Thai House Nantucket

Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch 11am-2pm

508-680-1522 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

Yummy

Mon.-Sat. 7am to 4 pm; Sun 7am to 3:30pm Fresh, hand crafted breakfast & lunch, on your way to the beach

508-228-2712 63 Surfside Road

Yummy is a new take out café located right on a bike path to Surfside beach. It has a casual sunny front yard where you can relax at one of the picnic tables or beach chairs and bite into a moist, fresh-from-the-grill burger served on a perfectly toasted, almost sweet bun. Our menu also boasts mouthwatering sandwiches on fresh baked bread including vegetarian and vegan delights. We start the day with fresh roasted coffee, breakfast sandwiches, house-baked pastries, and fruity smoothies.

Oh, and don’t forget the ice cream, and frappes! It’s the perfect way to cool off on from a hot day at the beach. Yummy has what you are craving. Treat yourself to some goodies - come join us at Yummy!

BRING IN THE AD IN THIS PAPER FOR 10% OFF! yummynantucket.com

Bartlett’s Farm

Markets 508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road

Open every day 8-7pm Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go

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. bartlettsfarm.com

Atlas

Restaurants 508-825-5495 130 Pleasant Street

Bar opens at 5 pm; Dinner from 5:30 pm

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 sumptuous vegetarian options all with bold clean flavors. Everything is made from scratch daily, no corners cut! Dine in or take out. atlasnantucket.com

Black-Eyed Susan’s

Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10pm

508-325-0308 10 India Street

Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for 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.

Black-EyedSusans.com

Breeze Restaurant

Open daily New England Coastal Cuisine

508-228-4730 at The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street

The family friendly BREEZE Restaurant serves New England Coastal Cuisine either in our dining

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room or on our enclosed Terrace – complete with fire pits. A little playful with a lot of style, BREEZE dinner menu features a delectable selection of fresh appetizers and entrees. Enjoy cocktails, lighter fare and live music on our Front Porch. breezebarandcafe.com

Centre Street Bistro

508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm 29 Centre Street “Eat and happiness will follow!” 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 breakfasts from 8am to 1pm Saturday and Sunday, savory lunches Tuesday-Friday from 11:30am to 2pm; and fabulous dinners every night but Monday from 5:30pm. 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.

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. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We have extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections.

Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well.

Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds.

CrosswindsNantucket.com

Downyflake

Open daily 6 am to 1 pm

18 Sparks Avenue; 508-228-4533 A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years

Serving breakfast and lunch daily, THE DOWNYFLAKE is a Nantucket tradition known for the big doughnut outside and delicious doughnuts inside. Choose from a menu of Flake favorites and daily specials for good food and fast, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. Call ahead for take-out, bulk pastry orders, and catering or event planning. thedownyflake.com

Dune

508-228-5550 Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner from 6-10pm; Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm 20 Broad St

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.

DuneNantucket.com

Easy Street Cantina

508-228-5418 Open daily. Friendly, Fast, Affordable Family Food. 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. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. EasyStreetCantina.com

The Faregrounds

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am

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 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 while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com/

Fifty-Six Union

Bar opens at 4:30, Dinner nightly from 5 pm 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 nigtly from 5 pm; bar opens at 4:30. 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. fiftysixunion.com

The Proprietors bar & table

508-228-7477 Dinner from 5:30pm; Bar opens at 5pm; Sunday Brunch 10:30am-2:30pm 9 India St An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes

The menu at The Proprietors borrows techniques & flavors from global cuisines while celebrating local ingredients harvested on small Nantucket and New England farms. Chef Michael LaScola serves an adventurous menu of shareable plates and dishes hot off the plancha with a strong focus on imaginative seafood, vegetable and grain presentations. Guests can expect to see dishes playfully combining international flavors with ingredients from small farms and producers raised specifically for the restaurant. Dinner is served Monday-Saturday from 5 pm and Sunday Brunch is served from 10:30am to 2pm. The Proprietors bar opens at 5 pm. proprietorsnantucket.com

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Rose & Crown

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

Lunch & Dinner from 11:30am-10pm, open til 1am Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails

theroseandcrown.com 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 and entrees like Fish’n Chips, Lobster Mac & Cheese, and Grilled Mahi Mahi. There are freshly made soups and salads, a delicious variety of burgers, quesadillas and sandwiches, along with wraps for a light meal. Come down to South Water Street and check our daily blackboard specials. Always family friendly — children’s menu available. Entertainment nightly.

The Seagrille

Lunch 11:30 to 2 pm; Dinner from 5:30; Bar opens at 5 pm Creative coastal & traditional New England cuisine

508-325-5700 45 Sparks Avenue

theseagrille.com THE SEAGRILLE serves the freshest local and regional seafood creatively prepared and presented.

Special lobster and raw bar selections are available, and their homemade soups and their famous quahog chowder are island favorites. Pastas and breads are made fresh daily. The SEAGRILLE offers a selection of wines, craft beers, and cocktails to perfectly compliment the menu choices. Bar and enclosed patio dining also available. Reservations recommended. Call us to book your celebration!

The Ships Inn

Dinner Wed-Mon from 5:30pm; Dory Bar open from 5pm American Brasserie

508-228-0040 13 Fair Street

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 Wednesday-Monday from 5:30 pm; Dory Bar opens at 5 pm. shipsinnnantucket.com

Siam to Go

Lunch Mon-Fri 11am to 2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4 to 8pm Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

508-228-SIAM (7426) Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln

siamtogonantucket.com 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.

Sophie T’s Pizza

Open Mon-Sun.11:30am-9pm Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

508-325-6265 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons

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 dining in or take out for over 16 years. New York style thin crust, crispy flatbread, or gluten-free choices beg for your special topping creations. SOPHIE T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs, sandwiches, and wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out. Daily specials available on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

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Thai House Nantucket

118 Old South Road; 508-680-1522 ackthaihouse.com Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch 11am-2pm

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. BYOB. Catering services are available.

TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet

508-228-8768 Bayview Dining at The Wauwinet

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, & Dinner Nothing is ordinary, not even the view!

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 that departs from the White Elephant or catch our complimentary jitney, that leaves from the Information Center on Federal Street. Dress is smart casual; reservations recommended. TOPPER’S toppersrestaurant.com is open through October.

Glidden’s Island Seafood

Seafood

Lobsters alive or steamed, lobster rolls, fresh fish, & more!

508-228-0912 115 Pleasant Street

GLIDDEN’S SEAFOOD is the island’s oldest seafood company at 115 Pleasant Street (across from Cape Cod Five). We specialize in the island’s finest fish selection. We have holding tanks with live lobsters, and we’ll gladly cook them for you. When you order your lobster, add some cooked and chilled shrimp to start your picnic. Or let us make you a New England Clambake. We also have steamer clams, P.E.I. mussels, local Pocomo Meadow oysters. We prepare fresh lobster cakes, lobster gliddensislandseafood.com rolls, smoked blue pate, quahog chowder, and stuffed quahogs.

Souza’s Seafood

508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane

Open 9am-6pm with a full selection of seafood Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing

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.

Nantucket Vineyard

Vineyard 508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-6pm Fine Nantucket wines

ciscobrewers.com Stop by for a sample of our delicious wines. Located next to Cisco Brewers and Triple Eight Distillery.

Ask about our wine dinners and events. Call for more information or to book a tour.

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All fried seafood is hand­breaded & made to order

Fried Clams • Fish&Chips • Lobster Rolls Lobster Salad • Shrimp • Clam Chowder Fisherman’s Pla'er • Bay Scallops

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HISTORICAL SITES - NANTUCKET TOWN ■ MARIA MITCHELL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

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3 Vestal Street Established in 1908. View an outdoor scale model of the solar system, learn how to operate a sundial, and observe some sunspots. Learn about modern astronomy in our permanent indoor exhibit. Seasonal daily tour at 2pm.

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1 Vestal Street Built in 1790, tour what is now a museum dedicated to astronomer Maria Mitchell and her family. See artifacts from their daily life in the 19th century.

Open mid-June to Labor Day for guided tours, 10am-4pm.

13 Broad Street Follow Nantucket’s whaling history, see the skeleton of a whale, visit the restored 1847 spermaceti candle factory. On-going exhibits & films. 11am-4pm daily.

Corner of Milk & Vestal Streets A free activityfor kids, a cross between a classic natural history museum, a zoo, and a science center. It is a great place to learn about the plants, animals, and birds of Nantucket. Open mid-June to Labor Day.

16 Sunset Hill A National Historic Landmark, built in 1686 and fully restored in 1990.

28 Washington Street The Aquarium displays local Nantucket species and is an excellent place to learn about the amazing sealife around the island. Displays are always changing and range from crabs and shellfish to fish and eels. Seasonal.

Please visit mmo.org for more information

50 Prospect St A National Built in 1746, it’s the oldest functioning mill in the country.

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15R Vestal Street Built in 1806, it was the town’s house of correction until 1933.

8 Howard Street Originally a livestock barn dating to the late 18th century, it was transformed into a summer home and art studio by Gertrude and Hanna Monaghan in the 1930’s.

8 Gardner Street Built in 1886 after the Great Fire, and restored in 2012, this is the last remaining 19th century fire house on the island. Artifacts from Nantucket’s firefighting history are on display.

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96 Main Street A sign of the golden era of whaling, the house is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1845 by whaling merchant and silver retailer William Hadwen.

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4 Mill Street Built in 1805, the historic mansion now offers arts & crafts classes taught using traditional techniques.

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62 Centre Street Originally built in 1725, dismantled and moved to its this site in 1765. The current tower was added in 1968. Climb the tower for a view of the town & harbor, seasonal.

1 India Street Books, periodicals, dvds and also a collection of art and artifacts on display from Nantucket’s history. Closed Sun & Mon.

Lower Main Street Once the warehouse of merchant William Rotch, look for the quarterboard naming his 3 Nantucket ships. In 1859, a group of former whaling captains bought it and gathered to play cribbage & tell tales of days at sea.

3 Federal Street Built in 1897.

2 Centre Street Built in 1831.

93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built between 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

Upper Main Street Bears a list of the names of 69 men who died in the Civil War. 20 Fair Street Built in 1838.

29 York Street Built in 1827, the nation’s second oldest still standing building that was erected by free Africans for their own use.

11 Orange Street Built in 1809, houses the town clock and the 1810 Portuguese bell.

49 Union Street Historical and contemporary Nantucket Lightship Baskets

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Island Fun & Shopping

Open Daily 10 to 6 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Natural Discovery Tours Thurs-Mon at 9am & 1pm Tours offered through mid-October

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 Private Tours. Tours are offered Thursday-Monday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car!

We specialize in creating memories! Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the tour that suits you: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Whaling History Tour, Private Charters, Sunset Cruise, Kids’ Fishing Trips and Clamming Excursions. shearwaterexcursions.com

The Antiques Depot

Antiques 508-228-1287 2 South Beach St

Open daily One of Nantucket’s oldest & finest antique shops

NantucketAntiquesDepot.com One of Nantucket’s oldest and finest antiques shops, offering quality 17th, 18th & 19th Century Formal and Country Furniture, Art, Pottery, Folk Art, Decoys, China Trade, Ancient Artifacts, and an extensive collection of Marine antiques and Scrimshaw. Proprietor Jack Fritsch also provides professional Personal Property Appraisals for estate, insurance and other purposes. Now in a new location sharing five large rooms with Nantucket House Antiques and Interior Design Studio, opposite the Nantucket Yacht Club. Visit nantucketantiquesdepot.com, and follow us on F, t, I.

Apparel - Infants & Children

EGG & Friends

508-332-6502 2 Harbor Square, behind the Gazebo

A Children’s Boutique

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 multifaceted. MURRAY’S has an entire department devoted to children’s fashion. 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.

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Shearwater Excursions

Straight Wharf, Slip #1011; 508-228-7037 Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Sunset Cruise, & more

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the same on the outside, but inside lay infinite possibilities. EGG is designed around the needs of stylish mothers and their children with natural fabrics and clean modern designs at an affordable luxury price point. The result is fashionable, yet timeless, baby and children’s clothing of the highest quality. egg-baby.com

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Adventure / Eco-Tours

Great Point Natural History Tour

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

Blue Beetle

Apparel & Accessories

Open Daily Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227 12 Main Street

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

Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

C J Laing

Open daily Resort clothing and accessories

774-333-3935 44 Centre Street & 10 Main Street Siasconset

cjlaingshop.com A favorite Palm Beach destination shop is back for its fourth summer on Nantucket! Featuring their own line of luxe summery clothing and accessories, the stylish merchandisers at CJ LAING have also traveled the world seeking specialty resort collections to bring back to the Nantucket marketplace. The shop’s eclectic range includes Mexican embroidered shirts and dresses, tassel necklaces, pompom baskets, Lola Hats, Kai beauty products, and their signature line of ikat coats and shorts. Be sure to check out their second location on island in Siasconset! #CJLAING

EGG by SUSAN LAZAR... At Egg we love- love. It’s a brand that embraces the bond between parents and their children. The name “Egg” is inspired by each child’s great potential. All eggs might look

Gail’s Tours, Inc. Simply, the finest tour on Nantucket Island!

VOTED BEST OF NANTUCKET★ FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS!

★

Continuing a family tradition of hospitality Unique, in-depth tour of Nantucket 7th generation native

Convenience...effortlessly view Nantucket

COACHING AT THE CORNER with Marsha Egan, Professional Certi<ied Coach

Every other Thursday, 8:30am Mitchell’s Book Corner

Our next discussion: Sept. 7th From Con<lict to Healthy Disagreement

In-town pick-up • 1 3/4 hour tour Pullovers for photo opportunities Tour van holds up to 14 guests Departures daily 10am, 1pm, & 3pm

Value...in the thrifty Nantucket tradition

★ GAIL NICKERSON JOHNSON ★ your guide to the real Nantucket!

RESERVATIONS & INFO:

508-257-6557

more info:

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Souza’s Seafood “Fresh Off the Boat!”

Lobsters alive or cooked - call ahead for fast service Lobsters • Littlenecks • Nantucket Bay Scallops • Tuna • Flounder • Cod Salmon • Swordfish • Smoked Bluefish • Smoked Paté • Shrimp

Bicycle Rental Sales & Service Moped & Jeep Rentals Too!

Stop by to enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing!

Only a 2 minute walk from Steamboat Wharf or Downtown

508-228-9140

6 South Beach Street

Call for our weekly specials

Gift Certificates Available • Handicap Accessible

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

Next to Affordable Rentals

508-228-0800

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Island Fun & Shopping Island Cashmere

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

Cashmere, 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.

Joy West Collection

508-325-4400 14 S. Water Street

Open Daily - Experience Joy! Designer Inspired Jewelry & Fashions

www.joyjewelry.com Joy West Collection; Nantucket’s BEST value for faux & fine jewelry and more! Joy West 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 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, www.letarteswimwear.com towels, and signature lotion and oil.

Murray’s Outlet Warehouse

Open 10:30 to 5 Mon-Sat. Quality merchandise at outlet prices starting at 50% off!

508-228-3584 New Street

nantucketreds.com 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 believe, but this outlet is for real!

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Open Daily 10 to 6 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 multifaceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest inseason 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-theknow” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket.

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Nantucket Whaler TM Apparel

Open daily Comfortable clothing designed on Nantucket

617-WHALERS 5 Old South Wharf

Authentic, well tailored, purposeful clothing and accessories for men and women. Designed on Nantucket. We support New England manufacturers. Nantucket Whaler is about the journey, not the pretense. 5 Old South Wharf. www.wearingwhales.com. 617-WHALERS. Wear the right whale (sm). 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. 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. peterbeaton.com

Remy Creations

Summer has never looked so good!

Lifestyle line of clothing & accessories

16 Old South Wharf

Stunning shawls for all seasons, gorgeous cashmere sweaters, must have dresses, beautiful

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

accessories, unique gifts and all the apparel and accessories you need for summer. Always stunning RemyCreations.com and great colors.

Sara Campbell

Seaside Essentials: beachwear, accessories, jewelry Season’s new styles

508-680-1626 5 South Beach St.

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

Seconds Shop

For hours call 508-228-6677 Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

508-228-6677 32 Sparks Avenue

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, open at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and the new Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, and more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily. And your shopping is helping a worthy island cause: proceeds benefit Fairwinds — Nantucket’s Counseling Center. Bring in the display ad in this publication for $5 off your purchase FairwindsCenter.org/shop of $20 or more (valid only through Sept. 13, 2017).

Art Reproduction, Posters, and Printing

The UPS Store

508-325-8884 Open Mon-Sat Large format Digital Printing, Family Photos, Posters, & more Locally owned and operated 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)

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 offstreet parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket Check the Calendar for openings

508-228-0294 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 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. gshill.com

Hostetler Gallery

508-228-5152 Sculpture, Aquatints, Photography 42 Centre St Contemporary sculptures, paintings, & works on paper DavidHostetler.com, hostetlergallery.com

HOSTETLER GALLERY the sculpture, prints and paintings of David Hostetler, abstract oil paintings

by Power Boothe and Xanda McCagg, Photography by Ellen Carey and aquatints by Art Werger.

Hostetler bronze sculptures grace two New York City locations. Exotic and American species are used in his wood sculpture- the largest being 13 feet tall. Boothe’s textural and minimalist oils are in all the major New York City museums. Carey’s vibrant color abstracts are all unique and created in the darkroom. 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. Selling art for 40 years on Nantucket.

Ireland Galleries

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

If you’re a lover of the arts, even if you’re not an artist yourself, then this is the place for you too!

There’s always something new at IRELAND GALLERIES... paintings, sculpture, and Lorene Ireland’s world-famous mosaics and shell designs.Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art!

Made on Nantucket

Handcrafted Gifts exclusively at Made on Nantucket Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET is open at 18 Old South Wharf. Don’t miss our collection of pre-owned Nantucket art — new this season! We also offer paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Andrew Jackson, Sam Lyon, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson, Rod Cole, and Lisa Maxell, and a Small selection of work by Donn Russell. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Anne Terry, Kathleen Duncombe, Sarah Hutton, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket

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plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios. 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).

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 508-332mikilovett.com 2553.

Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Open Year-Round 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 Nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com and collectibles are made. Shipping available.

Pete’s Fresh Fish Prints

The only genuine Nantucket Gyotaku

508-325-1842 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 www.freshfishprints.com prints, notecards, placemats, coasters, and serving trays.

Robert Foster Fine Art

Open daily Opening Reception Friday, Sept. 1 from 6-9 pm

508-221-3056 8 India St (next to Black-Eyed Susan’s)

RobertFosterFineArt.com ROBERT FOSTER FINE ART is a 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. Meet the artists and learn more about their work in this fun and friendly space at 8 India. Voted “Best of Nantucket.”

Thai Cuisine & Snack Bar located inside Nantucket Ice 1 Backus Lane Nantucket, MA 02554

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Beach & Pool Toys & Accessories

Nantucket Pool & Spa

Open Daily Sand & Pool Toys, Exercise Equipment, Floats, & More

508-228-2235 1 Hanabea Lane, off Old South Rd

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.

Facebook.com/nantucketpools

Cooks Cycle

Bike Rentals

Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

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

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

Easy Riders 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. easyridersbikerentals.com

Island Bike Company

Open daily; free delivery & pickup for rentals Bike rentals for the entire family, sales & service

508-228-4070 25 Old South Road

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!

IslandBike.com

AUNT LEAH’S F UDGE “The Best Fudge in The World” FREE sample available

Open for Lunch & Dinner Lunch Mon-Fri: 11am-2pm Dinner Mon-Sat: 4pm-8pm closed Sundays Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices.

Call to order 508-228-SIAM (7426) www.SiamToGoNantucket.com

Open 8am to 3pm

508-257-6622 Also Clambakes & Catering

As seen in Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle Magazine, Phantom Gourmet and on Chronicle, Channel 5

The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf Call 508-228-1017 or Order online www.auntleahs.com

CHARTER FISHING

Picnic in ‘Sconset Stop at Claudette's in the heart of 'Sconset for our superb sandwiches & celebrated lemon cake. Take our sandwiches and picnic on the nearby beach or enjoy your lunch on our porch.

Nantucket Chocolate Covered Cranberries

VOTED NANTUCKET’S BEST CHARTER BOAT

“ALBACORE” Capt. Bob DeCosta

Year Round | BYOB bring your own beer or wine to complement our menu

Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday 5:30-9:30pm Lunch: Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-2pm Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm

29 Centre Street • 508-228-8470 ~ Eat and happiness will follow ~

FISH GUARANTEED or your money back 2nd generation charter boat captain with 46 years of experience

Striped Bass, Bluefish, Sharks, & Tuna Fishing 35-foot long custom sport fishing boat, 2-1/2, 5-hours and full day trips.

5 Daily Trips Slip 1010, Straight Wharf • Reservations: 228-5074

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Island Fun & Shopping Nantucket Bike Shop

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

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

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. nantucketbikeshop.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf

Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals.

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. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications

Yesterday’s Island

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

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

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For 47 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 — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net.

Yesterdaysisland.com

Mitchell’s Book Corner

Bookstores

Mon-Sat 10am to 6pm & Sun 11am to 4pm See Event Schedule for Our Book Signings

508-228-1080 54 Main Street

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for nearly 50 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 autographed books. Check the calendar of events for booksignings and special events. mitchellsbookcorner.com

Nantucket Bookworks

Mon-Sat 10am to 8pm & Sun 10am to 6pm Books, Cards, & Unique Gifts

508-228-4000 25 Broad Street

nantucketbookworks.com NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is chock full of books for every taste and every age. Stop in and browse through their tall stacks and through their room full of children’s books. In addition to their wide range of reading materials, BOOKWORKS also has an appealing selection of funky gifts, cards, beautiful stationery, unusual pens, fun toys, decorative ornaments, and eccentric goodies that make the best gifts. BOOKWORKS is open every day — it’s the perfect shop for discovering that perfect gift and rediscovering the joy of reading. Ask about a free gift & autographed books.

10% discount with this ad!

It’s a party in my tummy!

508.228.2712 63 Surfside Rd yummynantucket.com Open daily

ice cream • smoothies • coffee • bagels

burgers • fried clams • sandwiches • salads

• bread from pain d’avignon bakery •

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

Buses

NRTA

508-228-7025 Bus stops at Broad St. & at Washington St.

See display ad for times and routes Bus routes thru town & out of town

nrtawave.com 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 mid-October from 7am to 11:30pm - dates and times are route specific - visit our website nrtawave.com for complete schedule or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 20R South Water St, 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.

Car Rentals

Affordable Rentals

508-228-3501 6 South Beach Street

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. affrentals.com

Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car

Open Daily Free renter pickup at all boats, hotels, and inns

508-228-9989 at Nantucket Memorial Airport

Nantucketislandrentacar.com 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 credit cards accepted.

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily Bicycle, Car, & Jeep Rentals; Bicycle Sales & Service

508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf

youngsbicycleshop.com 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 “CycleLogical Way” to see Nantucket Island. Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals!

Endeavor

Charters - Sailing & Boating

Cruises depart at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, & sunset Pleasure sailing

508-228-5585 Slip 15, Straight Wharf

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”— Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England 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. endeavorsailing.com

Lynx

Call for your sail Family fun for all ages!

978.479.2197 Traditional Sailing & History in Nantucket Sound

www.tallshiplynx.org Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is offering sails from July to October from Nantucket Harbor. They also offer charters, weddings, educational and special groups sailings. Looking for a unique venue to gather? LYNX is available for private charters... treat your family, your friend, or your colleagues to a very special day or evening. For details and reservations, contact the office @ 978.479.2197

Island Treasures Consig ment & Thriſt

Clothing for Men, Women, Kids Jewelr& • Books • Toys Household • Linens Open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Sat#rday 10am-2pm Closed Sunday

17B Nor!h Beach St eet 508-228-0789

COFFEE & ESPRESSO BAR Comfortable lounge | Dog-friendly patio | Killer WiFi 15 Washington15 Street | 508.825.5929 Washington Street Open daily, year-round from 6:30am to 6pm 6:30am to 6pm Daily www.handlebar.coffee www.handlebar.coffee @ackcoffee

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Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Cigars 508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 union, or call to arrange a cigar bar for your next island event.

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Classes & Workshops

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0294 24 Amelia Drive

Classes & Workshops for all ages

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 nantucketarts.org novice to advanced student and for all ages from three to ninety-three.

Coaching/Consulting

Coaching at the Corner

Get a great start to your Thursday mornings – join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, CSP, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner on Main Street. Discussions start at 8:30 AM sharp and end at 9:30 am. $15 at the door, packages available. Season passes for all 2017 discussions are available now. For more information visit CoachingatTheCorner.com

Confections 508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 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. auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981

Island Treasures

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 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 and Sea Salt Caramels, Coco the Whale™ truffles, the original and exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates and the new Sea Mist™ Almonds. Sweet Inspirations’ artisan creations make great gifts and are available in limited edition collectible tins, including the “Sailor’s Valentine,” “Rainbow Fleet,” “Blue Hydrangeas,” 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

Murray’s Toggery Shop

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.

2017 PHOTO CONTEST

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

Deadline September 12, 2017 See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net

nantucket.net/photos/contests.php This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. The 2017 Contest has begun: DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2017. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. You can even mail in your prints of Nantucket Island. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners.

Share photos of your wedding and win cash!

508-228-9165 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 highresolution. By entering our contest, you give us permission to publish your photos online at NantucketWeddings.com and to use for promotional purposes, so do not send copyrighted photos.

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

Open Monday - Saturday Locally owned and operated

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: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, stamps & 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 makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plus they have off-street parking.

THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Cranberry Products

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 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 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 mouth-watering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com

NANTUCKET THROW designed especially for us!

Made of 100% cotton fibers, predyed & jacquardwoven, this carefully crafted throw is the perfect size for your boat, beach or home.

It’s available in navy/natural.

The Quintessential Nantucket Store

48 x 70 $80.00

62 Main Street, Nantucket

Open Daily 10am-6pm

508-228-0789 17B North Beach Street

Mon-Fri 10am-5pm & Sat. 10am-2pm New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more

Share the Love Wedding Photo Contest

610-780-1640 info@marshaegan.com

Life and success skills coaching

Free sample available: just ask!

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Consignment & Thrift

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for Labor Day Weekend Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

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www.nantucketreds.com

American Brasserie Romantic candle-lit dining room

A Nantucket Tradition of Good Taste Featuring seasonal specials and Ships Inn classics Open for Dinner Call for reservations

13 Fair Street 508-228-0040

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Island Fun & Shopping Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates Award-Winning Artisan since 1981

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

Inspired by Nantucket’s Cranberry Harvest, Sweet Inspirations Chocolatier created the original and now world-famous Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates. Plump, sweet cranberries lavishly covered in premium chocolate create an amazing gourmet taste. Sweet Inspirations’ exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates have been featured on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show and Food Network’s “Food Finds.” Cranberry Creations™ chocolates are featured in Nantucket-style gift baskets and limited edition gift tins including “Rainbow Fleet,” “Sailors Valentine,” “Blue Hydrangeas,” and “Nantucket Memories.” Elegantly gift-boxed, Cranberry Creations™ chocolates also make perfect wedding and party favors. Other unique cranberry recipes include Cranberry Caramels with sea salt, fancy cranberry & nut mixes, Cranberry Caramel Corn, and Nantucket Chocolatier’s award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle. A Nantucket tradition since 1981, this amazing shop and showcase kitchen is an experience not to be missed. Discover Sweet Inspirations~NantucketChocolate.com at ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket. Open year-round. Come enjoy a complimentary tasting of delectable chocolate. nantucketchocolate.com

Albacore

Fishing Charters 508-228-5074 Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat Slip 1010, Straight Wharf

Private Charters only Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching

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 40 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.

Herbert T.

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

Day: 508-228-6655 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. $110 per person. fishnantucket.net

Just Do It Too - Fishing

Daily Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm.

Black Sea Bass, Blues, Striped Bass, Scup

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 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. Rated “Best Charter Boat in 2017” from Cape Cod Life Magazine and “Best of Nantucket Winner” from Nantucket Today. justdoittoo.com

Topspin Fishing Charters

Daily trips, customizable to your needs

508-246-6210 at the Town Pier, across from public parking

TOPSPIN FISHING specializes in Nantucket sport fishing. Captain Carl Bois has 30+ years of experience on the water. Our 32 foot Judge can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people, and we offer the flexibility to customize charters. Let’s go have a fun day on the water! TopspinFishing.com

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

Furniture

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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.

Freedman’s of Nantucket

Gifts

Open Daily - Annual Labor Day Sale

14 Centre Street; 508-228-3291 Gifts, Sculptures ,and Home & Garden Accessories

An extraordinary & wonderful collection of handmade objects d’art for the home and garden designed by Freedman and created by him in small villages throughout the world. Bracelets & bangles, jewelry boxes, handbags, handcrafted frames, gorgeous mirrors and wall decor, a grand assortment of handmade home accents, & more! Freedman has one of the largest collections of unique nautical objects & nautical clocks you will ever see. There is a splendid collection of leather accessories and furniture. Prices vary from $15 to $6,000.

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for Labor Day Weekend Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

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

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Hill’s of Nantucket

Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

508-228-1353 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, note cards by Hill are their main focus.

American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a unique gift gallery situated on the water at Straight Wharf. gshill.com

Made on Nantucket

Handcrafted Gifts exclusively at Made on Nantucket Jewelry, Bakelite, Art Glass, & much more

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET has a large selection of gifts. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Anne Terry, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios.

We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. Now carrying vintage Lucite purses. This season we are featuring pre-owned Nantucket art.

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 Nantucket Island 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. nantucketboatbasinshop.com

Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Residential & Commercial Signs, Quarterboards

508-325-7463 167 Orange Street

As you walk along the cobblestone streets of Nantucket you see Paul & Jean’s handiwork at every turn, from traditional to whimsical—they are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. At NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART, 167 Orange Street, you’ll find treasures by both Master Carver Paul McCarthy and Folk Artist Jean Petty. On the

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Gallery side you’ll see the work of local artists including originals by 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 with carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards created by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com antiques and collectibles are made. Shipping available.

Nantucket Throw

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Available Daily in Murray’s Toggery Shop The Nantucket Throw—carefully crafted & perfect for boat, home, or beach Nantucketreds.com

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in their multilevel store is a real experience. In addition to ongoing carefully selected quality merchandise, Murray’s features the NANTUCKET THROW. This 100% cotton, predyed and jacquard-woven throw is specially designed for Murray’s and covered in typically Nantucket symbols and themes. It’s available in two color combinations: navy/natural and taupe/natural. The Nantucket Throw is a perfect souvenir and suitably sized for your boat, beach, or home.

Signs, Banners, & Posters

508-325-8884 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)

Open Monday - Saturday

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

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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. arrowheadfurniture.com www.arrowheadnursery.com

Freedman’s of Nantucket

508-228-3291 14 Centre Street

Open Daily - Annual Labor Day Sale Creative Gifts and Home Accessories

This gallery has an extraordinary and wonderful collection of handmade objects d’art for the home and garden. These pieces are designed by Freedman and created by him in small villages throughout the world. Freedman’s now has one of the largest collections of unique nautical objects & nautical clocks and a splendid collection of leather accessories and furniture that look like they came out of a “gentlemen’s library.” Prices vary from $15 to $6,000.

Internet

Nantucket.net

Beaches, Events, Museums, Dining, Classifieds, & More

508-228-6777 The island’s premier web portal

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.

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 Nantucket.net

Handcrafted Leather Goods

Island Apps

s•mac designs handcrafted with love…30 miles out to sea.

At the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market Or order online smacdesigns.com s•mac designs offers a selection of unique handcrafted leather goods, including clutch handbags, wristlets, wallets, and totes. Sarah makes all of the items in her island home studio and sells exclusively at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers and Artisans Market on Saturdays from June to October, or custom orders can be placed online.

Hats

Peter Beaton

508-228-8456 LABOR DAY WEEKEND SALE 16.5 Federal Street

down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street All the Best for Your Family—from Hat to Toe

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. peterbeaton.com

Health Care

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

508-825-8100 57 Prospect St

24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab 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.

Nantuckethospital.org

Home Decor

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K.

s mac designs est. 2008

handcrafted with love...30 miles out to sea.

Handmade leather bags & accessories

ACK Weather

Nantucket weather is always an adventure. Follow along with ACKweather for daily reports on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with @ACKweather. Stay up-to-date with tides and currents. Check the wave report and ferry schedules along with daily weather reports. Brought to you by Egan Maritime Institute, ACKweather can be customized for your favorite information. Download it now from the App Store and view it online at ackweather.com

Call Nantucket

Your telephone book for Nantucket

FREE download for IOS and Android

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

trACK Nantucket

Free Self-guided Bike Touring App

Available on the App Store and on Google Play

Transform your bike ride into an insider’s tour of Nantucket! Eight curated bike tracks take you to great beaches, working cranberry bogs, historic homes from grand brick mansions to fishing shanties, Nantucket’s own Serengeti, landmark lighthouses, the village of ‘Sconset, and share interesting photos and fascinating stories behind the places you pass. Audio and written directions. Start at Steamboat Wharf or at the Milestone or ‘Sconset rotaries.

Beachside Nantucket

Jewelry

Open Daily - Customer Appreciation Sale Fashionably beautiful and precious

Conveniently Located on the Old South Bike Path!

Voted one of Nantucket’s Best Bike Shops!

GREAT RATES ON RENTALS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

High Performance Road Bikes Mountain Bikes Comfort Bikes Hybrid E-Bikes Junior Bikes Trail-A-Bikes Baby Joggers

FREE DELIVERY & FREE PICK-UP!

smacdesigns@hotmail.com

19 Old South Wharf

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 downtown at 19 Old South Wharf and follow her on Instagram beachsidenantucket

Rentals by the day, week, or month

FULL SERVICE REPAIR SHOP

Find me on Saturdays at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market or order online!

508-228-2505 158 Polpis Road

Your go-to website & app for Nantucket weather Download on the App Store

508-228-4070

25 Old South Road • islandbike.com • islandbike@gmail.com

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Island Fun & Shopping Blue Beetle

508-228-3227 12 Main Street

Jewelry & Gifts

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

Shop year round in store or visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Clay Twombly

508-332-3407

Prayer Beads & Jewelry, Sacred Objects & Crystals, Unique Artisanal Gifts upstairs at 2 Union Street Clay’s unique prayer beads and jewelry creations are both sacred and delightful. He also carries a number of talented jewelers, smudge spray, local porcelain wares, and other one-of-a-kind treasures.

Located just steps off the beaten path upstairs at 2 Union Street. Seasonal hours: please visit claytwombly.com or call the shop.

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G. S. Hill Gallery

Open daily.

Home of the Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

gshill.com 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.

Jennifer Greenwood Jewelry

Open daily Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind jewelry

508-901-9282 upstairs at 2 Union Street

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

Jessica Hicks Nantucket

Open daily Silver, gold,and gemstone collections

508-414-1330 2 Union St, next to Ralph Lauren

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

of your heart, and your own connected story that goes with the giving. That’s why we offer beautiful, handmade packaging with a story card that goes with each piece. Our packaging is hand crafted just like our jewelry, using only recycled papers and natural ties. lolacompany.com

Nantucket Estate Jewelry and Fine Arts

508-228-0272 1 Orange Street

Open Daily Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more

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

Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf

Open daily. Gifts for everyone on your list!

American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

nantucketpearls.com 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.

R. Simantov Fine Jewelry

917-324-4410 2 South Beach Street

Open daily; appointments recommended contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value

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

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-221-0531; 508-228-2132 28A Easy Street

Inspired and Creative Jewelry New season, new look!

Susan Lister Locke is an artist and jewelry designer living on Nantucket. First noted for her custom hand engraved Signet rings crafted in high karat gold, she went on to work directly with metal, incorporating designs with colorful & rare gemstones. Her Nantucket Sign Collection™ features a series of iconic Town signs with 34 favorite Nantucket areas, beaches and businesses that are fashioned as charms, cufflinks, & belt buckles. The Nantucket Sign Collection™ also includes her hand-engraved quarterboard bracelets in silver & gold as well as her Nantucket in Diamonds™ map of the island. Visit her gallery at 28A Easy Street. Contact Susan via email at susie@susanlisterlocke.com or by phone at 508.221.0531 or 508.228.2132. susanlisterlocke.com

The Trinity Collection

Vintage & Contemporary Watches and Exquisite Jewelry

508-228-7557 50 Main Street

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

JessicaHicks.com

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

508-228-0229 21 Centre Street

508-228-2505 Open Daily 10am-5pm 158 Polpis Road, just 3.5 miles from Nantucket Town Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

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 Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Jola

Passionate statements...

Studio-Gallery of goldsmith and designer JOLAnta Gutnik

508-325-6999 29 Centre Street

Stop by JOLA’s jewelry design studio at 29 Centre Street to see her new NANTUCKET DOG TAGS, available in sterling silver or in gold. JOLA’s latest creations is ARROWHEAD JEWELRY in silver or gold, and MERMAIDS transformed into pendants and bracelets. JOLA invites you to view her jewelry designs in 18K and 14K gold, unusually combined with gems and pearls. Since Jola makes all of her goldsmithing on location, you may often witness the artist at work with the flaming torch. JOLA’s work shows a wide interest in different styles of jewelry...through balance, affirmation of life, and perfection, she manifests the power of Nature in her designs. The magic, mystery, and romance in JOLA’s work is inspired by 18th century art and architecture...Come and discover the extraordinary... jolasjewelry.com

The Love Shack

Open Daily 10 Old South Wharf Handcrafted pendants, charms, bracelets, cufflinks, rings & other jewelry LOLA™ pendants were made to wear and share. When you give a LOLA™ pendant you give a part

Museums & Sites

Egan Maritime Institute

The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Our family-friendly programs and more designed to appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point and Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $6 adults; $4 students 5 to 17; free for members and active duty Military.

158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

Maria Mitchell Association Programs offered daily

508-228-9198 Science center, museums, programs for all ages

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

Nantucket Historical Association Your portal to Nantucket history Nantucket’s #1 rated attraction!

508-228-1894 15 Broad Street

nha.org No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this topquality 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

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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.

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

Open at 10 am New Exhibit: Wrecks & Relics: Discoveries from the Sea

508-228-1885 158 Polpis Road

The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Our family-friendly programs and more designed to appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point and Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $10 adults; $7 for seniors & college students; $5 for ages 6-17; and free for members, active duty Military, and kids under 6. 158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. nantucketshipwreck.org

Nursery

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond 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 & arrowheadnursery.com SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet.

Shoes

Island Cashmere

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

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Sunglasses

Summer Shades

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

Featuring sunglasses by Chanel, Oliver Peoples, Tory Burch, Maui Jims, Oakley, Salt, Ray Ban, Tom Ford, Smith, Costa, Persol, and many others. Summer Shades has been doing business on the island for more than 20 years. Visit us in our spacious downtown location: in the front shop of The Courtyard on Straight Wharf.

Theatre

White Heron Theatre Company

508-825-5268 5 North Water Street

Don’t miss SEAWIFE and ROMEO & JULIET Nantucket’s Professional Repertory Theatre

WHITE HERON THEATRE is Nantucket’s only professional Equity theater company. They have a fabulous season planned for their new destination theatre space in the midst of the island’s historic district. Now in repertory: the part theatre and part folk concert “SeaWife” and a new musical adaptation of “Romeo & Juliet,” and the Long Wharf Theatre New Play Collaboration with Gordon Edelstein and a stellar cast. Tickets are on sale now for all performances! Founded in New York and reborn on Nantucket, the White Heron Theatre Company’s goal is to make theatre truly transformative. Tickets at 508-825-5268 or whiteherontheatre.org

Tours - Beach

Great Point Natural History Tour

Natural Discovery Tours Thurs-Mon at 9am & 1pm Tours offered through mid-October

508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

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 Private Tours. Tours are offered Thursday-Monday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car!

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.

Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Open Daily 10 to 6 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

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 multifaceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest inseason 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-theknow” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket.

Nantucketreds.com

Nobby Shop

508-228-1030 17 Main Street Box 538, Nantucket, MA 02554

Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages

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. nobbyshop.com

ViVi G Shoes

Open daily Chic Shoes, Jewelry, Haute Handbags, and Accessories

508-228-0411 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 bags to evening clutches, fun costume jewelry to premier designer pieces, boots to flip flops...they have it all!

Vivigshoes.com

Smoke Shop

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for Labor Day Weekend Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 union, or call to arrange a cigar bar for your next island event.

AckGrayLady.com

Open Daily Find us at one of our two locations!

4 India Street TheBeanTakeout.com 508.228.6215

31 Sparks Avenue in the Stop & Shop 774-325-5119 nantucketcoffee.com

COSKATA-COATUE WILDLIFE REFUGE AND GREAT POINT Natural Discovery Tours Join a guided oversand adventure tour of this remote wildlife refuge.

Thursday-Monday 9am & 1pm Pickup at 33 Washington St. or the Wauwinet Gatehouse arrive 15 min. prior to departure Call for reservations & information

OSV Permits for your 4WD or passes for your rental also available!

508.228.6799

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Island Fun & Shopping 508-228-0174 1-1/2 hr tour; daily at 9:30am &12:30pmdeparts from 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 508-228-3823, and BARRETT’S TOURS will call you back to make the arrangements.

Tours - Van

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 Guided Walking Tours

508-228-1894

Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Ticket, $10 adults, $4 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Over 65 & students $8. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout

508-422-7466 see website for hikes & times Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket 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. $40 adults, $20 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

See Calendar of Events for Tours & Times Scheduled tours & private tours

508-332-0953 Voted “Best of Nantucket”

The 3-time runner-up in the the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl and the most experienced walking tour guide on Nantucket is your guide for a wide array of informative and exciting tours: Historic Mansions & the 1746 Windmill, Great Writers on Nantucket, Notorious Nantucket, Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point, and the Original Nantucket Ghost Walk (since 1998, the most popular walking tour on Nantucket). Private tours and group rates are available. See the Events Calendar in this issue for dates, times & details.

Raven’s Walk

508-257-4586

See calendar of events for dates & times of walks Highlighted by The Boston Globe: “Best Walks in New England”

ravens-walk.com

Join your guide and her raven on one of her exciting adventures. Her History of Nantucket Walk, 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 Pirate Walk to the Lighthouse with Tales of Pirates, Shipwrecks, & Ghost Ships, or they can learn to Become a Ghost Hunter or Become a Pirate Hunter.

For details, dates, and times of walks, see the Calendar of events in this publication.

Tours by Bike

Nantucket Bike Tours

Call for tour schedule Voted #1 on Trip Advisor’s “Outdoor Activities” on Nantucket

508-228-3949 Straight Wharf

Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable high-speed ferry.

THE GREY LADY, Hy-Line’s water-jet catamaran is comfortable, convenient, and offers the 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. hy-linecruises.com

SeaStreak

1-800-262-8743 Ferry to Nantucket from New Bedford & NYC

Call for reservations Reliability, Luxury, Comfort

Travel in style on one of SeaStreak’s 400 passenger vessels, the largest, fastest, most luxurious catamarans in the New York Harbor! SeaStreak vessels offer 3 spacious decks, a full service cash bar, food concessions and flat screen TV’s with movie showings. No traffic, No stress! All summer long our ferries will depart from our NY/NJ docks on Friday afternoon and return from Martha’s Vineyard on Sunday. And Nantucket departures mean easy travel to Martha’s Vineyard then on to New York City! Call for details and reservations. seastreak.com

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

The Trinity Collection

Watches 508-228-7557 50 Main Street

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

Walking Tour offered by the Nantucket Historical Assoc.

Departs at 11:15 am and 2:15 pm depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St.

Nantucket Walking Tours

Transportation Boat

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

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Barrett’s Tours

Hy-Line Cruises

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

508-825-5362 31 Washington Street

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. nantucketbybike.com

THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces—classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Audemars, 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.

Nantucket Weddings

Weddings

Enter our Photo Contest All you need to plan a wedding, honeymoon, or anniversary

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.

Nantucketweddings.com

Wine & Spirits

Epernay Wine & Spirits

508-228-2755 Open Daily 10am-9pm; Order Online 24/7; Island Delivery 1 North Beach Street Largest Rosé Wine Selection, Unique Craft Beers, Boutique Liquors, Artisanal Cheese + Premium Cigars The only Sommelier owned + operated wine store on Nantucket! Why trust your wine choices to anyone else? ÉPERNAY WINE & SPIRITS is located in the Brant Point neighborhood, just steps from downtown near the White Elephant and Nantucket Hotel. Join us for our complimentary wine tasting every Thursday from 5 - 7 pm. Mention this ad for a FREE GOVINO WITH PURCHASE (valid through 09.06.2017). @epernaywines | #YesWayEpernay epernaywines.com

Enter our photo contest!

Cash prizes!

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1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

2 PM - Nantucket Walkabout Hike: Shawkemo Hills From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. From a low spot along the trail, discover how the glacier shaped hills and dells of this north central part of the island.

Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

4:30 PM - Four Easy Payments Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 508-228-2595 6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town. During our walk, you will hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

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ROUTES/FARES: AIRPORT ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 20 mins. from 6/17-9/4 MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/15-6/11 & 9/11-10/9; 7am-12am every 15 mins. from 6/12-9/4; 7am-12am every 15 mins. from 9/4-9/10 MIACOMET LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/15-6/11 & 9/4-10/9; 7am-12am every 20 mins. from 6/12-9/4; 7am-11:30pm every 20 mins. from 9/5-9/10 MADAKET ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. from 5/22-6/18 & 9/5-9/10; every 30 mins. from 6/19-9/4 ’SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. 5/15-6/11 & 9/5-10/9; 7am-12am 6/12-9/4 (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 6/17-9/4 ’SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 80 mins. from 6/24-9/4 SURFSIDE BEACH.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 40 mins. from 6/19-9/4 JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$1.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 30 mins. from 6/19-9/4

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 8 AM - Smith’s Point Guided Walkabout Jutting into the channel between Madaket Harbor & Tuckernuck Island, Smith’s Point alternates between including & not including Esther’s Island, a temporary island that separates& reconnects to Nantucket. Register: NantucketWalkabout.com 8 to 11 AM - Birding Field Trip Learn about local breeding birds, migration, & identification. Tickets $10. Arrive 15 min early at Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Road.

8 AM to 2 PM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions Join us on a thrilling 6-hour offshore adventure—whale sightings guaranteed! Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

8:30 AM - Hidden Parks of Nantucket Town A 2 mile, 45 min, nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary through beautiful hidden parks of Nantucket town. $15. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Arrive at 8:20 am at Centre St. & Main St. in front of bank steps. 508-332-0953.

8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy free coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: Remarkable Women of Nantucket A sea captain could be away as long as 5 years—what was a Nantucket woman to do?

Some went with their husbands on whaling voyages; others became involved in astronomy, Temperance Crusade, struggle for women’s suffrage, Abolitionist Movement, & Underground Railroad. Hear their stories. Meet at Centre & Broad sts. $20, Seniors & Teens $15 & Kids $10. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. continued on page 46

High Speed Ferry

Schedule June 10 - September 4, 2017

Depart Nantucket

Arrive Hyannis

Depart Hyannis

Arrive Nantucket

9:55am

10:55am

8:30am

9:30am

12:50pm

1:50pm

7:50am

11:00am 2:15pm 4:05pm 5:45pm

DOWNTOWN BUS STOPS: Madaket & Jetties – Broad St, in front of the Whaling Museum • Airport, Surfside & Sconset via Polpis – Washington St. Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Rd and Milestone Road – Washington Street, Greenhound Site Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes - look for grey posts with blue stripes.

*9:20pm

All buses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible.

1, 3, & 7 day passes for unlimited travel may be purchased aboard all buses.

For complementary paratransit or TDD service call (508) 325-7516. Bus info (508) 228-7025.

Riders Guides are available at NRTA 20R South Water St., Visitor Services 25 Federal St., Chamber of Commerce 0 Main St., Greenhound Building, on all buses, and at downtown stops.

Information and amenities are available at the Greenhound Building on Washington Street, which is open from May 23-September 11, daily from 9:30am-6:30pm and September 12-October 10 from 10am-6pm

Real time info from your cell phone or computer at nrta.transloc.com For more information visit nrtawave.com, or email nrta@nantucket-ma.gov

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8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & Nantucket’s 2 most haunted hotels. Since 1998 led by original guide. $20, $15 Seniors (65+), Teens and $5 Kids (7-12) Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre sts,by bank steps 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953

Half fares: 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, veterans & active military. Children 6 & under ride free.

Change is only given in the form of a voucher for future rides only. Drivers do not make change.

PARK & RIDE LOTS ARE AVAILABLE ALONG THE ROUTES: The Muse – 44 Surfside Rd • The Chicken Box – 5 Daves St • Faregrounds (7am-5pm) – 27 Fairgrounds Rd

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

7:00pm

8:50am

12:00pm

6:15am

7:15am

9:30am

10:30am

3:15pm

12:35pm

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5:05pm 8:00pm

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11:20am 2:25pm 5:40pm

*8:00pm

12:20pm 3:25pm 5:10pm 6:40pm

9:00pm

*Changes to 8:40pm & 10pm on Fridays only

Reservations strongly recommended

Straight Wharf | Nantucket 508.228.3949

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net

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10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on this 2/3 mile, 80 minute walking tour. For ages 13+ $20, $15 Age 65+ & Teens. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre Streets by bank steps 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

1:30 to 3 PM - Free Writers’ Group Aspiring writers of all genres are invited to participate in reading and discussing their original compositions. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 2 PM - Guided Walkabout at Gardner Farm Explore this former farm along Hummock Pond, now Land Bank property. Hummock Pond is a glacial meltwater river bed, home to painted & snapping turtles, ospreys, and mute swans. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethis tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination of international acclaim. Tours depart from the Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad Street, and are offered rain or shine.

4:30 PM - Buckle & Shake Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

6 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over Nantucket harbor as Capt. Genthner talks about Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Tickets: 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6:15 PM - Nantucket Walkabout Hike: Shawkemo Hills A hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. From a low spot along the trail, discover how the glacier shaped hills and dells of this north central part of the island. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 6:30 PM - Film for Thought: “To Kill a Mockingbird” Showing at The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. $14 Adult; $11 Senior & Child 7 PM - Science Speaker Series - Dr. Marko Horb The Maria Mitchell Association hosts scientists & research experts on a wide variety of topics. Held at Maria Mitchell Science Center, 33 Washington St. $10; members free.

7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past A haunted history tour of Nantucket Town—hear about Nantucket’s fascinating history and the ghostly tales of its past. We visit the houses that have stories to tell, and you will view the mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted places. Meet at Main & Federal Sts.. $20, Seniors & Teens $15, Kids $10.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & Nantucket’s 2 most haunted hotels. Since 1998 led by original guide. $20, $15 Seniors (65+), Teens and $5 Kids (7-12) Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre sts,by bank steps 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 8 AM - Smooth Hummocks Guided Walkabout Explore the sandplain grasslands that are Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies, with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil on this guided walk. Registration required: NantucketWalkabout.com 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Coaching at the Corner Get a great start to your Thursday mornings - join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St. Discussions start at 8:30am sharp. $15 at the door. Today’s Topic: From Conflict to Healthy Disagreement 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

Aug. 31-Sept. 6, 2017

A 2 mile, 45 minute, nonstop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Past historic mansions of Nantucket. $15, cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre Streets, by bank steps. Arrive 10 minutes early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953

8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour Enjoy complimentary coffee while you cruise through Nantucket Harbor and hear stories from the Whaling Era. Shearwater Excursions. Reservations: 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

8:30 to 10:30 AM - Nantucket Pickleball Drop-in outdoor play on the paddle courts. $5 per person. 82 Hinsdale Road.

9 AM - Children’s Adventure: Become a Pirate Hunter on the Endeavor Join Pirate Robin aboard the Endeavor & learn about pirate life and become Pirate Hunters. The adventure ends with a pirate map & search for treasure. Best for ages 3-5; adult must accompany child. $38. Meet at The Endeavor’s Slip # 1015 on the Straight Wharf. For Reservations: 508-228-5585 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour Enjoy ice cream while you relax during a narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $45. Again at 1 pm & 4 pm. Sunset sail: $60. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point with Shearwater Excursions. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket’s world-class museum at 13 Broad Street, 508-228-1894 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mile, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of Siasconset. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 Kids (7-12). Cash only. Catch the 10:15 am bus at the Greenhound Depot on Washington Street for 20 minute ride to Siasconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board in Sconset. 508-332-0953.

10:45 AM - Town View Bike Tour An easy 5 mi. tour thru Nantucket Town down old whaling streets & seeing quintessential sights. We have a few secrets only to be seen with your Nantucket Bike Tour guide.

Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise to Great Point with Shearwater Excursions See seals and birds on this fun, family-friendly journey over water to beautiful Great Point. Reservations at 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com.

1 PM - Tour the Brewery Tours are first come-first served & last from 45 to 90 min. Tours cover the operating procedures & methods the winery, brewery, and distillery. $20 ticket includes a tasting glass + samples of 2 wines, 2 beers, and 2 spirits. Go to the wine bar at Nantucket Vineyard in the Cisco Brewers courtyard to sign up. Again at 4 pm.

2 PM - To the Brewery Bike Tour A moderate 7 mi. tour: cycle out to Cisco with scenic stops along the way, tour the brewery, & savor a locally brewed beverage. We’ll help arrange a cab to get you homethe tour ends at the brewery. Reservations: 508-825-5362 or nantucketbybike.com 2:15 to 3:45 PM - Nantucket Historical Assn. Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Old Historic District with an NHA guide and learn about the people, places, and events that transformed Nantucket from the whaling capital of the world to a resort destination. Tours depart from Whaling Museum lobby 13 Broad St. rain or shine.

3 PM - Freeway Revival Band Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

3 to 5 PM - Plein Air Force Free, weekly meeting series. Call for location 508-228-0722 Free for all 6 to 7:30 PM - Free LVA English Classes The Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum offer a drop-in intermediate/advanced English class every Thursday. The class is open to all, conducted in English, and no preregistration is required. Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India Street 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring snacks & beverages and enjoy a narrated tour ending with a Nantucket Sunset.

Reservations: 508-228-7037 or come by Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.

7:30 PM - White Heron Theatre Presents “Constellations” - Preview What would it look like if one word could alter the course of your life? Audiences watch as Marianne and Roland’s relationship unfolds across time and space, with each variation sending their relationship on an entirely new trajectory. Science and romance collide in this unusual love story that’s delighted audiences. Tickets at whiteherontheatre.org or 508-825-5268.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got the Blues Performs Live Local live music at Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 Mile, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House & Nantucket’s 2 most haunted hotels. Since 1998 led by original guide. $20, $15 Seniors (65+), Teens and $5 Kids (7-12) Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre sts,by bank steps 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953

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Wildflowers from page 10

enrods are extremely important nectar sources for many pollinators. They are especially important for monarch butterflies which are bulking up in preparation for their long migration journey ahead.

Many other asters show their stuff at the end of August and beginning of September. Aster blossoms appear “daisy-like” which are called composite flowers. Composite blossoms are actually two types of flowers. Disc flowers form the flower head's “eye,” while ray flowers look like petals on a simpler flower. Many purple, white, and a few pink species come into bloom now.

Late Purple Aster (Symphyotrichum patens) has purple ray flowers and yellow disk flowers. The leaves are rough, clasping the stem like little cat tongues.

The Bushy American Aster (Symphyotrichum dumosum), is like a tiny bunch of small, white daisies and is common along the coastal plain.

Aside from the goldenrods and asters, there are several other blooms to be seen as the summer wanes. Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos) can be seen now through mid-September.

Found along wetland edges, the large hibiscus blossoms range from white to deep pink, but most we see are a pale pink. They can grow up to four feet tall, so just walking near a wetland, you may catch a glimpse of a Rose Mallow nodding your way.

While wildflowers tend to steal the show, our native grasses provide a backdrop of spectacular colors. Little Blue-stem grass (Schizachyrium scoparium) is the dominant and defining grass of our sandplain grasslands. This bunch-forming grass can grow up to two feet tall on Nantucket. In the fall, the feathery seeds show a wave of blueish purple stems in the autumn breezes.

In addition to the wildflowers, the island’s many fruit-bearing shrubs are offering up their colorful bounty. The birds are delighting in the abundance of fruit as they pack on the calories for their impending migration. Arrowwood’s (Viburnum dentatum) delicate white lace-top flowers now give way

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to juicy, dark-purple fruit. Not palatable to humans, these berries are picked off quickly by our avian friends. Deep purple and sometimes golden Beach Plums (Prunus maritima) are delicious to all kinds of wildlife, including humans. Many have been seen picking the fruits along Madaket Road.

One of the most spectacular fruits that often get mistaken for flowers is seen in Sumac, winged or smooth, (Rhus glabra and Rhus copallinum). The dark red fruit spike is like a velvety torch. Dense thickets of sumac can be seen along mowed edges and paths such as those at the UMASS Field Station property on Polpis Road. Sumacs are early successional shrubs and love those mowed areas and abandoned fields. The red fruiting spikes are a favorite of many migratory bird species.

Now for the big show, the highlight of fall, the headlining act; the New England Blazing Star (Liatris scariosa var. novae angliae). It’s also a great name for a band. The New England Blazing Star is a purple beacon of color among the heathlands and grasslands of Nantucket. The bright spike grows two to three feet tall and has up to 30 flower heads per spike. A torch of spectacular purple-ness, the New England Blazing Star is one of Nantucket’s state-listed plants. It is currently listed as a “Species of Special Concern” under the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act. On the island, we are fortunate to have many individuals of this plant along the sandy roads and scattered among the sandplain grasslands especially along the south coast.

Want to learn more about Nantucket’s fall wildflower display and check some of them out for yourself? Take a walk along one of Nantucket’s many walking trails. With more than 50% of the island under conservation, there are multiple habitats to get out and explore. Check out a conservation property near you or sign up for a hike with Peter Brace at walknantucket.com There are local resources for trail guides and maps at nantucketconservation.org/properties and nantucketlandbank.org/properties-map

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