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UP-TO-DATE EVENTS CALENDAR • CONTESTS • ISLAND MAPS • FEATURED RESTAURANTS

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Scalloping Season is here!

photo by Michael Torrisi

Look inside for our photo contest winners and honorable mentions!

Thank you to everyone who entered the 2015 Nantucket Photo Contest!

Sankaty Lighthouse is open for tours Oct. 10th!

photo by Georgi Totev

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Matted prints available. $50 – 14”x18”

The Nantucket “MUST HAVE” pearl bracelets

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Cranberry Festival to Celebrate Harvest Nantucket residents have cultivated cranberries since 1857. In celebration of this beautiful autumn harvest, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation is hosting their 13th Annual Cranberry Festival on Saturday, October 10 from 11 am to 4 pm. The event is held at the 195-acre Milestone Cranberry Bog on Milestone Road, rain or shine.

Cranberries have been grown on Nantucket since 1857 and were an important part of the Island’s economy until just prior to World War II. Milestone Bog, where the festival is held, is one of the oldest continually operated farms on Nantucket, and 195 acres are under cultivation there, with a 37 more acres in production at the Windswept Bog on Polpis Road. Windswept Bog is one of the few certified organic cranberry bogs in the country. NCF’s cranberry bogs produce nearly 2 million pounds of cranberries a year!

Festivalgoers can watch the berries being harvested, learn about the history of cranberry farming on Nantucket, participate in the many family activities and games, visit the petting zoo, or just kick back and enjoy the live music and spectacular autumn scenery. Food will be available for purchase from B-ACK Yard BBQ, Sweet Inspirations Chocolatiers, Something Natural, ACK Fresh, and Catering by Laura.

Car buffs can get an up-close look at antique tractor displays, and history fans will love learning about the early days of cranberry farming on Nantucket. There will be a raffle, with the grand prize being a 2016 Over Sand Vehicle permit, NCF fleece vest, and Festival hat. You can also purchase fresh island-grown cranberries, straight from the bogs including the organic cranberries from Windswept Bog. All fresh cranberries freeze nicely, so it is not too early to grab a pound or two for this year's Thanksgiving feast.

Admission is free; on-site parking is $15 per car. To get to the bog, head east on Milestone Road toward ‘Sconset. Watch for the brown rock with the number 220 on the left, slightly over 4 miles from the rotary. Continue on Milestone Road for another 100 yards and turn left.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. www.thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket Island Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Storytime for Toddlers Limited to first 15 toddlers+caregivers. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary BBD. 508-332-0953.

11 to 11:30 AM - Free Storytime for Ages 3+ Limited to first 20 attendees. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11 AM to 4 PM - NHA Historic Sites Open for the 2015 Season The Fire Hose Cart House, The Greater Light, Old Mill, Old Gaol and the Oldest House open for the season weather permitting.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 to 7 PM - Mini Sailor’s Valentine Create a seashell ornament in a handmade cherry box. Member $50 & Non-Members $75, pre-registration required 508-228-1894.

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

5 to 7 PM - Wine Club: Monthly Pick-Up Party Sample 4 wines featured in our Wine Club selections–Village & Premier Cru-- new hand-selected discoveries. New members welcome. Épernay. 1 N Beach St. Parking in Back. epernaywines.com. 508.228.2755 continued on page 20

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Arts Fest & October Events Showcase Isle’s Vibrant Arts Music, film, visual arts, crafts, design, and theatre all take center stage from Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 11 during the 2015 Nantucket Arts Festival.

Produced by Nantucket Arts Council, the festival includes amateur and professional artists from Nantucket and beyond. This year’s festival theme, Art of the See, is to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully for its intentional double meaning.

The festival’s centerpiece exhibit of visual art opens Friday, October 2, with a free evening reception from 6 to 9 pm in Sherburne Hall, upstairs at 11 Centre Street, celebrating art with music, food, and refreshments. More than 50 local artists were invited to “Leap into the Unknown” and “be immersed in new ways of seeing” for this Arts Festival show, known for its explorations of new directions in visual arts. Leap into the Unknown will be on exhibition daily from 10 am to 6 pm through Sunday, October 11.

During both weekends and throughout the week, Theatre Workshop of Nantucket continues its expertly staged and superbly acted production of Steel Magnolias. White Heron Theatre Company presents a staged reading of a new work. “Pop up” concerts and readings happen in downtown Nantucket.

Island art galleries welcome patrons for public gallery receptions on both Friday nights. On Friday, October 2, the Artists Association of Nantucket opens a Mood Indigo exhibit in their gallery at 19 Washington Street that features works by new and long-time members, with a festive reception from 6 to 8 pm, followed by a free, informal talk on painting technique by Sharon Farrell Robinson at 10 am Saturday, October 3.

Monday, October 5 at 1 pm, artist and environmentalist Cindy Pease Roe will lead a class at Susan Lister Locke Gallery at 28 Easy Street. Participants will make whimsical Magificent Moby Whales using marine debris to tell a serious message about the destruction of our oceans and marine life.

Many Nantucket Arts Festival events are free or have modest admission

prices, with additional discounts for wearing a Nantucket Arts Festival button, given for festival donations of $20 or more at Sherburne Hall from 10 am to 6 pm. The Festival button also grants admission to the wrap party on Monday, October 12 in The Rose & Crown.

The Boston Conservatory, the premier conservatory for music, dance and theater in the country, brings Opera Stars of Tomorrow, featuring students from its renowned opera program on Friday, October 9 at 7 pm in The Dreamland Film & Performing Arts Center. Five Boston Conservatory opera students with piano accompaniment will perform opera arias, duets, and ensembles from great operatic masterpieces. Tickets are $30, $25 for seniors and members, and includea dessert reception following the performance.

“There's no more magical a setting than Nantucket, and this evening of opera is an exciting way to showcase the extraordinary student talent The Boston Conservatory is developing,” said board chair David Scott Sloan, a part-year Nantucket resident.

This event benefits year-round live streaming at the Dreamland, that features opera, theater, and dance, including the Metropolitan Opera’s Trovatore,

by Verdi, on Saturday, October 3, at 12:55 pm.

Two mini film festivals offer screenings the second weekend of the festival. Nantucket Shorts Festival shows two hours of films made by local amateur and professional filmmakers on Saturday, October 10 at 3:30 pm in The Dreamland. And on Sunday, October 11, at 1 pm, also in The Dreamland, the Nantucket Film Festival will show a Kid’s Shorts program of films made by Nantucket kids and suitable for all ages.

Nantucket Community Music Center stages its 24th annual Pipe Organ Crawl on Saturday, October 10, starting at 9:15 am. Local and visiting master organists will play six of the island’s historic pipe organs located in five Nantucket churches. The event begins at St. Mary’s Church on Federal Street, continued on page 15

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Seeing Opportunities in New Places I was standing in line last week, waiting for Wilkins to prepare my Chai Charger, when Hannah handed a cup marked “Tired Dirk” to the man standing next to me. I raised an eyebrow and Dirk smiled. “Regular Dirk gets 2 shots of espresso; Tired Dirk gets 3,” he explained. “They know me well enough here—one look and they know which one to make. It’s like being a regular at a local bar.”

That was the consensus of everyone in The Handlebar Café that morning.

They love the comfortable atmosphere. They love the coffee. They love the people. And many of them start every day in The Handlebar.

In just 15 months, owners Jason and Courtney Bridges have created what they like to call “a community space disguised as a coffee shop.” In addition to their coffees, they’ve become known for classes and workshops they have given, as a handy venue to meet clients, and as a cozy spot for a staged reading. They’ve hosted Chamber events and even a photography show. With comfy seats as well as tables and counter seating, free wifi, and a “Secret Garden” in the back, The Handlebar Café adds just right mix of comfort and caring to their coffee and croissants.

“I thought it would take longer to build a true community: year-rounders, summer people, visitors... But it happened fast,” commented Jason. Not bad for an endeavor that he describes as “a total accident.”

He elaborated: “We were shown this space for our bike tour company, but when we saw it, we thought: too big, not quite right... Then as we walked out the door, Courtney and I looked at each other and said ‘coffee shop.’”

The idea did not come completely out of the blue. “We both are restaurant kids. Courtney grew up with parents & grandparents in the restaurant business. I was washing dishes and clearing tables probably before I was legally permitted to in Indiana... Out here I managed fooods for a decade.”

Both Courtney and Jason had moved on from food service to other careers before the current entrepreneurial inspiration: Courtney taught and is now the executive director of Small Friends; Jason started Social Bridge Consulting and is Public Outreach Manger for the Town of Nantucket. Together they operate Nantucket Bike Tours. “Once you get the entrepreneur bug you see oppportunities where you didn't before.” Neither is a stranger to community spirit and volunteering, so offering The Handlebar Café as an island hub seemed natural.

Jason credits his staff for much of the Handlebar’s spirit and success. “We hire for character and teach the skills,” he explained. Hannah Johnson is the head barista at Handlebar. “She has the knowledge and a passion for coffee...

She went to school in Seattle and worked in coffee shops there throughout school. She’s achieved Level 1 in National Barista Certification, and this year she’ll get Level 2. Hannah does all our training. Tanya is her protege, Wilkins has recently joined us, and Kate and Cobie are my Weekend Warriors during school and full time in the summer.”

The entire crew at The Handlebar is passionate about coffee. “It's not too hard to make one good latte—it is extrememly hard to make a hundred good lattes in a row... We time our espresso shots...It changes for temperature and continued on page 17

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Days Like Tomatoes

by Robert P. Barsanti I was driving between the fields at Bartlett’s when I noticed the moon rising up from the pine trees. I pulled the old car over, but left it running. In the dry and cool Autumn air, the moon processed through one thin line to another, slowly losing its tomato color and its remarkable size. The fields had been mowed, the corn harvested, and darkness was falling earlier and earlier.

Nobody else was on the road.

In the fall, the island returns to us like a cheating spouse. Suddenly, someone has made brownies for us and our pants have been ironed. Everything is bright and beautiful and wonderful after a summer of golf courses, lawn parties, and sailing trips to Block Island. Now, in the cooling air, the island knocks on the door and begs forgiveness.

In the end, you console yourself, the island came back. The jet flew off one last time to White Plains, the Land Rover was driven onto a late night freight boat, and the furniture is covered by slips. By next July, its eyes will wander again and it will slip away to see if the right name is on the guest list, but for now, in the chilling air, it waits for us.

If you are a fan of farm vegetables, the island has something for you. All of that corn and all of those tomatoes that never quite ripened for the summer folk are still in the fields, waiting for you and a basket. The farmers and the gardeners spend the summer holding off the deer, the birds, and the bugs; then, after the last loaded boat has pulled away from the dock, the green reddens and the silk finally grows.

The old gardener warns that you should try for three plants: one for the deer, one for the bugs, and one to take home. This year, the tomatoes avoided all of the pests and beasts and now their juicy crimson sits in three buckets next to the sink. When my wishes get granted, I don’t get fame, fortune, or adventure. I get three buckets of tomatoes.

I know many things to do with fresh tomatoes, including the grenade lob and the forkball, but most of my list assumes that they won’t be frozen (or

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YESTERDAY ’S ISLAND Throughout this issue you will find a selection of winners, honorable mentions, and other great shots from the 2015 Annual Yesterday’s Island Photo Contest. Turn to the centerfold to see the first & second place winners.

To see more photo contest entries, go to Nantucket.net

photo2015 contest

Albert Ryan

Alison Wondoloski

Alice Breed

Angelina Hazzouri

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Anna Filippova

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The Art of Pearls Art is the focus during October on Nantucket, and in the G.S. Hill Gallery at 40 Straight Wharf, the spectacular paintings of island artist Gregory S. HIll hang next to displays of wearable art by the Nantucket Pearl Company.

Collaborating with jewelry designer Pam Freitus, Judi Hill opened the Nantucket Pearl Company with a few signature designs, including the Must-Have Nantucket Bracelet. Each year, their selection has grown to include dozens of handknotted necklaces, new bracelet designs, earrings, and pearls and leather, all featuring hand-selected fresh water pearls and South Sea pearls. Several of Pam’s jewelry designs are exclusive to Judi and the Nantucket Pearl Company and include design elements that Pam and Judi created together. The popular Must Have Bracelet have custom clasps in sterling, pewter, or gold that sport

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Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11-5 Also at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market Saturdays 9am-1pm through Columbus Day.

Garth Grimmer • Andrew Jackson • Terry Walsh • Lu Page Kathleen Duncombe • Amy Burrough • Beth Borzilleri Sarah Hutton • Bill Dixon • Marion Pearson • Anne Terry Diane Nava • Donn Russell • Buzz Williams • Jack Brown Whitney Kreb • Kathrine Moore • • Rod Cole Sarah Williams Hutton • Polly Bushong • Marilyn Chamberlain

All of these Nantucket artists sell their work at Made on Nantucket 18 Old South Wharf

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Crash Course on Cranberry Cocktails

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

24th Annual Pipe Organ Crawl presented by

by Jenny Benzie Advanced Sommelier + Certified Wine Educator, Proprietress of Épernay Wine & Spirits The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and you want to know how to recreate fall flavors into an adult libation. Here on Nantucket, look no further than the local cranberry bogs for inspiration.

You will need a couple essential tools in order to make proper cocktails. Just like a recipe used for cooking or baking, making a cocktail requires that you accurately measure the ingredients and add them to the mixture in the order directed. This will ensure your final outcome is a huge hit at the first of many dinner parties yet to come through the long winter.

Your cocktail shaker should have three pieces, just like a good suit. While you may not always use all three pieces together at the same time, as individual items they can be useful in making a cocktail. It is best to have a shaker made from metal so that it chills as you prepare your drink, helping the drink to become cold without diluting it with too much ice. The strainer portion of the shaker can be used to strain almost any liquid in the kitchen, which is handy when you have a small portion and don’t want to use a large sieve. And the top – well, did you know that it also doubles as a jigger to help you measure what you are pouring into your drink?

A muddler is very important when crushing fruit. It helps the essential oils from the skins of the fruit to be released, along with the aromatics of herbs as they react with the juice or oils of the fruits being muddled. Think of the combination of an orange wedge, cherry, sugar, and bitters for a Bourbon Old Fashioned Cocktail as a prime example. Modern muddlers that come in fancy cocktail kits are made from stainless steel with grooved nylon heads. A classic muddler will be made out of wood, so a wooden spoon will suffice in a pinch. For either muddler, the opposite end is used to stir the libation. continued on page 19

Saturday, October 10th 9:15am to 1:00pm

9:15 ­ St. Mary’s Church, 3 Federal St. 10:00 ­ Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. 10:30 ­ The Vestry at the Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. 10:50 ­ Refreshments at NCMC, 56 Centre St. 11:30 ­ Unitarian Church, 11 Orange St. 12:00 ­ St. Paul’s Church, 20 Fair St. 12:30 ­ Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. Stroll through downtown Nantucket and stop in to hear the island’s 6 historic pipe organs played to their best advantage by local and visiting master organists.

Donations Gratefully Accepted

$15 for full organ crawl, $5 for single performance Pay ahead for full crawl online by October 9th

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COSKATA-COATUE WILDLIFE REFUGE AND GREAT POINT OSV Permits for your 4WD or passes for your rental!

Natural Discovery Tours Join a guided oversand adventure tour of this remote wildlife refuge.

Leaving daily 9am and 1pm Pickup at 33 Washington St. or the Wauwinet Gatehouse arrive 15 min. prior to departure Tours running thru October 12th

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Call for reservations & information

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NANTUCKET ICE The island’s year round community skating rink

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EARLY BIRD SKATE Thursday 6:30am

Dinner: Wed-Mon 5:30-9:30pm Lunch: Mon, Wed-Fri 11:30am-2pm Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm closed Tuesdays

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HOCKEY FOR ALL AGES

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FREE STYLE TIME BIRTHDAY PARTIES

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The Trifecta of Moon Gazing Nights

by Dr. Sarah D. Oktay

COFFEE & ESPRESSO BAR

Director, University of Massachusetts Nantucket Field Station

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29 Nantucket Artists All Mediums Endless Possibilities Antique Nantucket Maps 31 Centre Street

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In just a couple of hours I will go outside along with many people in the United States to watch the total lunar eclipse on a lovely night with some cloud cover. This year is special because the lunar eclipse is occurring during a full moon, and a harvest moon, AND a so called “super moon”: the trifecta of moon gazing nights. All this means is that it is the full moon closest to the fall equinox, when the moon is closer to the earth (“super moon” or perigee moon), and hence looks bigger. The proximity of the moon in perigee on this September 27 event gave this event the grand sounding title, “supermoon eclipse.” The last such eclipse happened in 1982, and the next won't occur until 2033. The lunar eclipse occurs when the earth blocks the sun from reflecting on the moon’s surface and causes the moon to look blood red as red light is refracted around our dusty atmosphere and bounces off the moon’s surface. If the Earth had no atmosphere, the Moon would be completely dark during an eclipse.

A lunar eclipse can occur only when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned exactly, or very closely so, with the Earth in the middle. Therefore, a lunar eclipse can occur only the night of a full moon. The term for this is being in “syzygy” and, yes, that was on my spelling word list the past few years. These lunar circumstances line up (if you will pardon a very bad pun) roughly every 20 years and have occurred five times since 1900. The most spectacular part of the eclipse will be the totality phase, when Earth's shadow completely covers the moon and turns it an eerie red. The moon will dip into the deepest and darkest part of Earth’s shadow, or umbra, during the totality phase, which lasts as long as 72 minutes. Many recent total lunar eclipses have been very continued on page 29

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Summary of Harbor Research in New Book The Maria Mitchell Association, in collaboration with the Nantucket Land Council and the Nantucket Shellfish Association, has produced a twenty-page book highlighting a decade of research focused on Nantucket Harbor. Nantucket Harbor Research: A Ten Year Summary is a synopsis of research projects conducted by island conservation groups ranging from horseshoe crab populations to shell recycling to salt marsh restoration. The text is easy to read and accompanied by photos and graphs. Additional contributors to the book include the Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Nantucket Land Bank, Town of Nantucket, and the University of Massachusetts Nantucket Field Station.

The publication effort was led by the Maria Mitchell Association with the project funded by money raised from the 2013 Nantucket Paddle Battle and funding from the Nantucket Shellfish Association. The publication will be given away free of charge at island newsstands and at the Maria Mitchell Assoc. office, 4 Vestal Street, Monday-Friday between 8 am and 4 pm.

Nantucket Harbor Research: A Ten Year Summary is divided into four sections and includes research on harbor ecology, shellfish, conservation, and management. “There has been so much research conducted in Nantucket’s harbors over the years that it is difficult to keep track of it all. We wanted a way to communicate all of this great work to the general public,” says Andrew McKenna-Foster, Director of Natural Science from the Maria Mitchell Association. “We hope that as people become more aware of harbor research, they will become more involved in actively protecting this resource,” he adds.

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

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Thru Oct. 11: Town Route runs Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 8:30pm. Cemetery Route runs Tuesday & Wednesday at 8:30pm. Please arrive by 8:15pm Oct. 14-31: Town Route runs Friday and Saturday nights at 7pm. Cemetery Route runs Wednesday nights at 7pm. Please arrive by 6:50pm.

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A 2-2 1/2 mile, 45-55 min. non-stop exercise walk, with historical commentary, down beautiful streets and lanes few visitors ever find.

MONDAY: Historic Houses, 1746 Windmill Route • WEDNESDAY: Hidden Parks of Nantucket Town • FRIDAY: Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point Starts at 8:30am at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 min early. $15 person

Glorious ‘Sconset

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Revel in the transcendent beauty of Nantucket’s most radiant villiage on this 2/3 mile, 90 min. historic walk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Gathers 10:40am at the rotary bulletin board in Siasconset. Ride, drive, or catch the 10:15am bus at the Greenhound Station on Washington Street for the 20 min. bus ride to Siasconset.

Great Writers on Nantucket

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Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck, and others were inspired by this magical island on a 2/3 mi, 90 min. downtown stroll.

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Conmen, loose women, hippies, gigolos, bordellos, & opium dens are featured in this 2/3 mi, 80min. stroll focusing on the island’s colorful past.

Starts at 10:30am at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket

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A 2/3 mile, 90 min. downtown historic walk led by the 3-time runner-up in the 2015 History Quiz Bowl.

Starts at 2pm at Centre & Main, top of Main Street, in front of the bank steps. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

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NANTUCKET HISTORY

Shipyard Arson

by Amy Jenness author of On This Day in Nantucket History, available at Mitchell’s Book Corner

Built in 1818 in Middletown, CT, the 340 ton Nantucket whaleship Planter left Nantucket on its first voyage on September 25 of that same year.

Launched at a time when Nantucket whaleship owners were transforming the whaleships into floating factories and sending them on three year journeys to the Pacific Ocean, the Planter was one of 42 Nantucket whaleships that left port in 1818. Of those, six were brand new and 22 sailed south for the treacherous journey around Cape Horn and into the Pacific.

In 1789, first mate Archaelus Hammond, a Nantucket mariner on the English whaleship Amelia, became the first westerner to successfully harpoon a whale in the Pacific Ocean and unwittingly started a new chapter in whaling history. Within 30 years, thousands of men on board hundreds of whale ships fished in 15 areas of the Pacific Ocean. Nantucket whalers spent as much time at ports in Chile, the Sandwich Islands (now Hawaii), New Zealand, and Tahiti as they did at home.

First owned and managed by the Coffin family, the Planter successfully navigated the many perils of the sea for decades. It went aground during a storm on Nantucket in 1841; in 1844, second mate Andrew Brock and two men drowned after their boat capsized; and the crew left its captain on a Micronesian island in 1850 following a murderous mutiny—but all in all the Planter was lucky ship until October 26, 1859 when an arsonist torched and destroyed her while dry-docked in the Brant Point shipyard.

On its second-to-last voyage in 1850 the Planter crew left Captain Issac B. Hussey in Micronesia after he shot and killed a crewmember during a mutiny. Captain and crew had departed Nantucket in 1847 and three years later a few rebellious crewmembers threw a cask of beef overboard to express their unhappiness with being served spoiled food. Captain Hussey an-

nounced that no more beef would be served until those who committed the act came forward. Then the same crewmembers refused to work. As his nephew recalled years later, Captain Hussey was decisive, he shot William Clark, one of the main ringleaders, in the head. The mutiny ended and the 300 Pacific islanders traveling with them were so frightened they jumped overboard.

The crew left Captain Hussey in Micronesia, while Joseph Fisher, the first mate, sailed the Planter home. Paddock was instructed to return with the captain’s wife, but when he reached Nantucket he learned that Mrs. Hussey had died and decided to stay put. Captain Hussey, meanwhile, remained in the South Pacific.

Back home in the United States, first mate Fisher was charged with aiding Captain Hussey with the murder of William Clark. In July of 1851 Bostonbased U.S. Commissioner George S Hilliard dismissed the charges against Fisher, saying the crewman had acted with insubordination and Captain Hussey committed no crime in ending the escalating mutiny and taking back control of his ship.

Finally in 1852, Captain Hussey left Micronesia in command of the San Francisco brig William Penn and headed for America. While off the Gilbert Islands, that crew mutinied and killed Hussey and the ship’s cook on November 6th. The mutineers stole everything on the boat, left, and never were apprehended. The wounded ship’s mates buried Hussey and the cook at sea.

The Planter sailed from Nantucket to the Pacific one last time in 1852. By that time Nantucket had lost its domination of the whaling industry for multiple reasons: a devastating 1846 fire that destroyed the downtown, docks, continued on page 16

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Arts Fest from page 5

then continues to First Congregational Church at 10 am, the Unitarian Church at 11:30 am, St. Paul’s Church at noon, and the United Methodist Church at 12:30 pm. Visitors can hear a selection of the concerts or attend all of them.

Details are at nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org As the Nantucket Arts Festival comes to a close, the Artists Association of Nantucket presents a complimentary event: its signature annual Wet Paint Weekend. It opens with a cocktail party at their new Visual Arts Center on Friday, October 9 (tickets at nantucketarts.org or 508-228-0722) to celebrate 70 years of art from the AAN Permanent Collection of Nantucket art dating back to the 1920s.

The weekend continues with AAN member artists painting en plein air across the island and welcoming spectators to watch them work. A list of locations artists will be painting can be picked up at the Ceceila Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “Over the course of three days, 50 artist members will spread out across the island to paint in preparation for a live auction,� explained AAN executive director Cecil Barron Jensen. “Every piece auctioned off is freshly painted — or wet.� The Wet Paint auction preview begins at 4 pm in the Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street; bidding starts at 5 pm. A benefit dinner with limited seating follows.

Wednesday and Thursday evenings throughout the month of October, the Nantucket Historical Association is offering classes for those interested in historic arts and crafts. These single session classes include scrimshaw, transferware, textile art, shell art, and more, and are taught by artisans from Nantucket and the world. Inspired by Nantucket history, this 1800 House Program is dedicated to celebrating and reviving the island’s rich tradition of decorative arts and crafts. Class schedule and registration are at nha.org.

For an up-to-date schedule of Nantucket Arts Festival events, visit the Nantucket Arts Council website at nantucketartscouncil.org or call their office at 508-325-8588.

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Shipyard Arson from page 14

and many ships; the loss of men and vessels to the Gold Rush in California; and shifting sands which created a sand bar at the entrance to the harbor and made ship passage difficult. On her last voyage, 34 years after her launch, the Planter was one of only 13 whaleships ships to set out that year— six of them would be sold or destroyed before returning home. When the Planter returned in 1856 she was pulled out of the water for repairs to her hull.

While dry-docked for those repairs at a Brant Point shipyard, the Planter was completely destroyed by fire on October 26, 1859. Nantucket firefighters thought they had limited the blaze to the stern, but then flames began emerge from the forward hatches and it was clear the Planter was a total loss.

In order to save surrounding buildings, firefighters removed the ship supports on the east side and let it fall away from the vulnerable property. “The ship careened slowly and gracefully on her side. While the flames, fanned by the breeze, spread wildly over her, presenting a grand spectacle. The ship continued to burn until she was completely consumed, nothing remained save the copper and iron fastenings and one or two large timbers; and the spot where a few hours before stood one of the best modeled and fastest sailing whalers hailing from this port, was covered with a mass of smouldering ruins,” said an article in The Inquirer.

The newspaper noted that a suspicious person had been seen leaving the shipyard shortly before the fire was discovered, and that, along with another suspicious fire in the area, lead the paper to conclude, “The fire was probably the work of an incendiary.”

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Bridges is looking forward to the off-season, “it’s the season that makes life on Nantucket Jason and Courtney take a coffee break in the Secret worth it all... we’ll PHOTO BY LAURIE RICHARDS have Garden at Handlebar Café. time to do more community events.” Other plans include adding more food to the current selection of pastries, muffins, fresh fruit, and convenience foods.

“We didn't have food in the beginning because we wanted to get the coffee down really well. I think we've done that, so now it's time to add some breakfast and grab-and-go food... and we plan to institute a new tea program.” Handlebar is collaborating with Atlas BBQ & Fish House and The Dreamland in a Flashback Film series this fall, and watch the Handlebar Cafe website at handlebar.coffee for other event announcements which could include a chess club for students.

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Tomatoes from page 7

thrown). I can make gazpacho, salsa, salad, and that thing with balsamic and mozzarella. Faced with three buckets of bounty, I have to put away all of the cookbooks written in the last fifty years and go to the back of Grandma’s cabinet. Tomato paste, canned tomatoes, and a skin cleanser list themselves in the index. So there is that.

They stare at me with an eye for every hour they took out of my day. On a dry summer like this one, they needed watering. They needed special nets to keep the gulls from eating the blossoms.

They needed fences to keep the deer away. And now, here they are. To give them away is to admit defeat in some way; somehow my grandfather would accuse me of cheating. So, they sit.

My boon companion and I slipped away from my blessing. In the fall, the beaches no longer support hundreds of lawyers, stockbrokers, and yoginis in their best altogether. Instead, the sand has walkers and the ocean has Canadian swimmers. To be fair to our friends from the north, swimming in September makes a lot more sense than doing the same thing in June. Nonetheless, the act of bouncing over the waves looks a lot more daring when you are the only ones in the water.

As is his want, the boon companion found a plastic Poland Spring bottle and chased it. He caught it, took three big bites, then dropped it into the wind and went sprinting after. Sometimes he catches the bottled and chews it into submission; other times, he finds that the wind teases him.

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Today, in the forgiving glory of an Autumn evening, he caught and subdued the plastic bottle.

Unfortunately, his victory came within twenty-five yards of the white glory of a beach wedding. The bride and groom stood barefoot with their backs to the rolling ocean; he wore shorts, she a sun dress.

Friends and family sat on the white folding chairs in various states of formal beachwear and a bonfire was just catching under the caterers watchful eye.

For a moment, everyone cast one wary eye on the vicious bottle chewer just a short sprint away. He crunched his prey into submission, each bite sounding as if he was breaking more and more small bones. Mother’s held their children, caterers looked to the tables, and the photographer tried to line up an artsy shot. I leashed the vicious bottle chewer and left the young couple to their bright and sandy future.

For such a philandering island, we have become a marital destination. Each of the fall weekends can claim twenty to forty weddings. The limit seems to depend only on the number of rooms and the relative energy of the celebrants. I can imagine some well-loved reverend waving one tired arm and whispering “No mas.” Yet they keep coming.

Even the most hardened and cynical hearts have to smile. The weather is beautiful, the crowds are thin, and the money is welcome. On Friday, they troop around the downtown in white “Bride” and “Groom” t-shirts while they drink Dark and Stormies to their Bright and Peaceful futures. Very few guests will leave an island wedding sorry they came. And there is plenty of island for everyone.

The days of the fall are like tomatoes; we have too many to enjoy amongst ourselves and would be happy to share.

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Cranberry Cocktails

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from page 11

CRANBERRY APERITIF COCKTAIL Fall is the perfect time to travel to Europe and celebrate the end of another successful season here on Nantucket. This drink is inspired by some of the places we love to visit or are on our Beverage Tour Bucket List, and it’s easy to make here at home while mapping out your next adventure off-island, wherever it may be! cranberries • orange • crystalized ginger Aperol (an Italian aperitivo liqueur made from an infusion of herbs & roots – slightly sweet, slightly bitter) Lillet Blanc (a French aperitif made just outside of Bordeaux from a secret award-winning recipe of local white wine grapes blended with herbs & fruits) Stella Artois Hard Cidre (made from fermented apples and does contain alcohol) Peychaud’s Bitters (created by a Frenchman of that name who settled in New Orleans – lighter in body than most bitters, with a sweeter taste & more floral aroma)

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In a cocktail shaker, muddle an orange wedge and a small handful of cranberries with a one piece of crystalized ginger. Add 2 ounces of Aperol, one ounce of Lillet Blanc, four dashes of Peychaud’s Bitters and fill with ice. Cover the shaker with the strainer/lid and shake in a vigorous fashion for about 10 seconds. Fill a Collins glass (a tall 12 ounce glass tumbler typically used to serve mixed drinks) with fresh ice. Remove the lid only of the shaker and strain the cocktail over the ice into the Collins glass. Top this off with approximately 4 ounces of Stella Artois Cidre in order to fill the glass to just below the rim. Garnish the drink by skewering onto a drink toothpick (longer and heartier than your usual toothpick) a couple of cranberries and piece of crystalized ginger.

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 4

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1,

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

9 to 11 PM - Aaron Pigue at Kitty’s Enjoy live music at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road. 508-325-0781.

10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

CONT.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - FALL RESTAURANT WEEK - SPECIAL DINNERS AT...

Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 3 courses $38. 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495 Black-Eyed Susans, 10 India St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0308 The Breeze, 77 Easton St: special menu + live music. 508-228-4730 Centre Street Bistro, Centre St: special menu. 508-228-8470 Dune, 20 Broad St: special menu. 508-228-5550 Fifty-Six Union: two 3-course tasting menus. 508-228-6135 Proprietors, 9 India St: special menus for $48. 508-228-7477 Queequeg’s, 6 Oak St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0992 Town, 4 E. Chestnut St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-8696 7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7 PM - Movie: “The Intern” PG-13, Showing in Dreamland Studio Theater, 17 South Water St. 7:30 PM - Theatre Workshop of Nantucket - “I of the Storm” Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. theatreworkshop.com 7:30 PM - Movie: “Maze Runner - The Scorch Trials” PG-13, Showing in The Dreamland Main Theater, 17 South Water St. 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

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Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of Nantucket Exercise Walk 2-1/2 mi, 50 min, non-stop walk w/historic commentary past spectacular homes of The Cliff & Brant Point. Gather at 8:20 am at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. Cash only. $15. 508-332-0953.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. www.thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket Island Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Tour for Age 13+ Hear hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on a 2/3 mi, 80 min walk. $20 & $15 for 65+ & Teens. Cash Only.

Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank at 10:20 am. 508-332-0953 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11 AM to 4 PM - NHA Historic Sites Open for the 2015 Season The Fire Hose Cart House, The Greater Light, Old Mill, Old Gaol and the Oldest House open for the season weather permitting.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed recontinued on page 21

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ROUTES/FARES: AIRPORT ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 20 mins. from 6/22-9/7 FERRY CONNECTOR.....Ferry riders free, $2.00 others; 7am-10pm every 20 mins. from 5/21-10/12 MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/18-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am every 30 mins. from 6/15-6/21; 7am-12am every 15 mins. from 6/22-9/7 MIACOMET LOOP.....$1.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 30 mins. from 5/18-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am every 20 mins. from 6/15-9/7 MADAKET ROUTE.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. from 5/22-6/21 & 9/8-9/13; every 30 mins. from 6/22-9/7 ’SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$2.00 each way, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins. 5/19-6/14 & 9/8-10/12; 7am-12am 6/15-9/7 (last bus leaves Sconset at 11:35pm and last bus leaves town at 12am) ’SCONSET VIA MILESTONE RD.....$2.00 each way, 7:15am-7:15pm every 60 mins. from 6/22-9/7 ’SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 80 mins. from 6/29-9/7 SURFSIDE BEACH.....$2.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 40 mins. from 6/22-9/7 JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$1.00 each way, 10am-6pm every 30 mins. from 6/22-9/7

Half fares: 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, veterans and active military personnel.

Children 6 and under ride free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult passenger.

1, 3, and 7-day passes may be purchased aboard all busses & provide unlimited rides for the duration of the pass.

Downtown Bus Stops: Madaket and Jetties - Broad Street (in front of the Whaling

Museum); Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Road and Milestone Road Washington Street, Greenhound Site; Airport, Surfside, and Sconset via Polpis Road Washington Street. Park & Ride lots are available along the routes. Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes - look for grey posts with blue stripes.

Park and Ride Lots: The Muse - 44 Surfside Road, The Chicken Box - 5 Daves Street,

Faregrounds Restaurant (7am-5pm) - 27 Fairgrounds Road, Nantucket Elementary (6/28-9/1) All busses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible. For complementary paratransit and TDD call (508) 325-7516. Bus information (508) 228-7025.

Riders’ Guides are available at NRTA-3 East Chestnut Street, Visitor Services-25 Federal St, Chamber of Commerce-0 Main St., Greenhound Building, on all buses, and at downtown stops.

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

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sort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 12 to 2:50 PM - Public Skating at Nantucket Ice $8 adults; $5 youth. Skate rentals available. 1 Backus Lane.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

1:30 PM - Aaron the Single Guy Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Free Maker Space for Teens - Message Boards Create your own message board with fabric & trim. Tools & materials supplied. Atheneum, 1 India St. register at nantucketatheneum.org 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over the harbor. Capt. Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

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Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 3 courses $38. 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495 Black-Eyed Susans, 10 India St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0308 The Breeze, 77 Easton St: special menu + live music. 508-228-4730 Centre Street Bistro, Centre St: special menu. 508-228-8470 Dune, 20 Broad St: special menu. 508-228-5550 Fifty-Six Union: two 3-course tasting menus. 508-228-6135 Proprietors, 9 India St: special menus for $48. 508-228-7477 Queequeg’s, 6 Oak St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0992 Town, 4 E. Chestnut St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-8696 6 to 8 PM - AAN - Mood Indigo Exhibition Gallery Opening for an exhibition to focuses on works that reflect hot/cold colors, especially reds, purples, & blue hues. Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington St. Exhibit continues thru October 19.

6 to 9 PM - “Art of the See Opening” Reception Celebrate new ways of seeing art at this opening reception with entertainment, food, and drink. A Nantucket Arts Festival event 7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7 to 9:30 PM - Manhattan Short Film Festival $10 for adults and $8 for students & seniors. Tickets online and in the Great Hall during library hours. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. nantucketatheneum.org 7:30 PM - Theatre Workshop of Nantucket - “I of the Storm” Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. theatreworkshop.com 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 9 to 11 PM - Sarah Farley at Kitty’s Enjoy live music at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road. 508-325-0781.

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 21

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

OF THE

SEE”

Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 6:45 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $9.95; half for $5.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad sts.

8 to 9 AM - ACK Clean Team Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. This week is Madaket Road, meet at the Sanford Farms parking lot. www.ackcleanteam.org.

9 to 10 AM - Yoga at Greater Light with Megan DuBois All skill levels welcome; space very limited. 8 Howard St. Register at nha.org or 508-228-1894. $20.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. www.thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 to 11 AM - Free Talk by AAN Spotlight Artist Hear artist Sharon Farrell Robinson discusses working in oils during this informal talk in the Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington S. 10 AM to 5 PM - Whaling Museum Open Nantucket Island Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary BBD. 508-332-0953.

11 AM to 4 PM - NHA Historic Sites Open for the 2015 Season The Fire Hose Cart House, The Greater Light, Old Mill, Old Gaol and the Oldest House open for the season weather permitting.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:15 AM to 12:45 PM - Downtown Walking Tour Walk the Historic District with an NHA guide & learn what transformed Nantucket to the whaling capital of the world, then to an acclaimed resort destination. Departs from Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 12:55 PM - Met Live: “Trovatore” The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water Street. Tickets $20, $18 for students, seniors and children.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Cruise to historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy this island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2 to 3:30 PM - Maker Space for Teens - 3D Print Club Atheneum , 1 India Street. Register at nantucketatheneum.org 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

2:15 to 3:45 PM - “In the Heart of the Sea” Walking Tour Explore the world of the Essex & its crew, focusing on the survivors & their lives on the island. Learn about whaling in 19th century Nantucket. Tour leaves from The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4:30 PM - Aldous Collins Band 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.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - FALL RESTAURANT WEEK - SPECIAL DINNERS AT...

Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 3 courses $38. 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495 Black-Eyed Susans, 10 India St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0308 The Breeze, 77 Easton St: special menu + live music. 508-228-4730 Centre Street Bistro, Centre St: special menu. 508-228-8470 Dune, 20 Broad St: special menu. 508-228-5550 Fifty-Six Union: two 3-course tasting menus. 508-228-6135 Proprietors, 9 India St: special menus for $48. 508-228-7477 Queequeg’s, 6 Oak St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0992 Town, 4 E. Chestnut St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-8696 6 to 7 PM - Concert with August Watters & Marc Woodward World-renowned fast-picking mandolin virtuosi present a foot-stomping program of roots music and classic country Americana. $20. Nantucket Community Music Center, Centre St. 7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7:30 PM - Theatre Workshop of Nantucket - “I of the Storm” Centre Stage, 2 Centre Street. theatreworkshop.com 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Video Dance Party DJ Video Dance Party at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

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OF THE

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Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 6 PM - “Leap into the Unknown” Special art exhibit in Sherburne Hall - PI:N, upstairs at 11 Centre Street.

A Nantucket Arts Festival event 10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course!

Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508228-7477, 9 India Street.

11 AM to 2 PM - Brunch with Live Music at Breeze Cafe Sunday Brunch on The Breeze patio while you listen to Andy Bullingtonplay acoustic guitar. Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

11 AM to 3 PM - Brunch at Queequeg’s Enjoy an alfresco brunch in town, offered daily. Reservations at 508325-0922, 6 Oak Street.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. continued on page 23

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1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Cruise to historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

3 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 3:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 PM - FALL RESTAURANT WEEK - SPECIAL DINNERS AT...

Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 3 courses $38. 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495 Black-Eyed Susans, 10 India St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0308 The Breeze, 77 Easton St: special menu + live music. 508-228-4730 Centre Street Bistro, Centre St: special menu. 508-228-8470 Dune, 20 Broad St: special menu. 508-228-5550 Fifty-Six Union: two 3-course tasting menus. 508-228-6135 Proprietors, 9 India St: special menus for $48. 508-228-7477 Queequeg’s, 6 Oak St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-0992 Town, 4 E. Chestnut St: 3 courses for $40. 508-325-8696 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953

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Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

cations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & the 1746 Windmill 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Down streets most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min early. 508-332-0953 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 6 PM - “Leap into the Unknown” Special art exhibit in Sherburne Hall - PI:N, upstairs at 11 Centre Street.

A Nantucket Arts Festival event 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by this island on a 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 Ages 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Federal & India sts. by Atheneum fence 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Prime Rib + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

1 PM - Make your own Magnificent Moby Whale Cindy Pease Roe, artist & environmentalist will lead a class on making one of these Whimsical Whales with a very serious message about the destruction of our Oceans and Marine Life. In the Susan Lister Locke Gallery at 28 Easy Street. 508-221-0531.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

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

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

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Christopher Sirolli

Claire Fraser

Kathryn Olson

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Chantal Brado

Christopher Ray

Cheryl Shea

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David Morze

Cayla Teller

David Tuckett

Christine Miller

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Cranberry Cocktails from page 19

yard Non-Vintage Port, 1/3 C Triple Eight Orange Flavored Vodka, 1/3 C cranberry juice, the macerated fruit that you saved overnight, and 3/4 C of the reserved liquid mixture. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Serve over ice in a stemless, reusable, recyclable GoVino Wine Glass with an orange wheel garnish.

THE CRANBERRY BOGGER While a Dark N’ Stormy may be your summertime fix, here is a great seasonal rendition that you can sip on while reliving your favorite Nantucket memories and booking your house for next summer.

Fever Tree Premium Ginger Beer Gosling’s Black Seal Black Rum cranberry simple syrup (see directions below) Add ice to a Collins glass. Pour in 3 ounces of Gosling’s Black Seal Rum, 1 ounce of Cranberry Simple Syrup and top with 3 ounces of Fever Tree Premium Ginger Beer. Stir with your straw and drink. It’s that simple.

How to make Cranberry Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, bring 2 ¼ C (8 ounces) of cranberries, 1 C water to a boil and add 1 C sugar. Reduce heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved and cranberries are tender, but have not burst (about 10 minutes). Strain the liquid and reserve to use for mixing in cocktails; discard the cranberries.

Once you make a batch of the cranberry simple syrup, your cranberry cocktail possibilities are endless. Mix with Triple Eight Vodka and garnish with a lemon twist. Add a splash to dry white or sparkling wine, serve in a wine glass over ice for a spritzer. Add Bulliett Bourbon and Luxardo Cherries with an orange garnish for a modified Manhattan.

While you may not have all of these ingredients in house, they are easily available. As for the liqueur components, although you may not be familiar with, they are used in several other easy cocktail recipes and are good consumed on their own. The great news is that you don’t have to go out and harvest your own cranberries. Let’s all raise a glass to a bountiful fall!

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5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

6 to 7:30 PM - Free Drum Circle with Gary Drum Circle with Gary held at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

OF THE

SEE”

Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 6 PM - “Leap into the Unknown” Special art exhibit in Sherburne Hall - PI:N, upstairs at 11 Centre Street.

A Nantucket Arts Festival event 10:15 to 11 AM - Free Music Class for Ages 2-7 Tickets available when the library opens. Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary BBD. 508-332-0953.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:30 AM to 2:30 PM - Public Skating at Nantucket Ice $8 adults; $5 youth. Skate rentals available. 1 Backus Lane.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

3 to 4 PM - Mother - Daughter Book Club Open to all students grades 3-5 and their mothers. Refreshments.

Atheneum, 1 India St. Register at nantucketatheneum.org 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 PM - Prime Rib Special at Bartlett’s Farm Prime Rib + 2 sides. $16.99, while it lasts, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

OF THE

SEE”

Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 8:30 AM - Hidden Parks of Nantucket Town A 2 mile, 45 minute, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary to two beautiful parks in the town area. $15. Cash only. Meet at corner of Centre & Main sts at 8:20 am. 508-332-0953.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 6 PM - “Leap into the Unknown” Special art exhibit in Sherburne Hall - PI:N, upstairs at 11 Centre Street.

A Nantucket Arts Festival event 10:15 to 11 AM - Dance(sing) Movement, Ages 10 mos to 3 yrs Limited to first 15 kids+caregiver. Tickets at the Children’s Desk when the library opens. Atheneum, 1 India Street. Free.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:30 AM to 2:30 PM - Public Skating at Nantucket Ice $8 adults; $5 youth. Skate rentals available. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane. nantucketice.org 1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. For reservations call 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

3 to 4:30 PM - Minecraft Club Using the MinecraftEdu game, which allows for all players to be in one world at the same time. Space is limited, call to register 508-228-1110.

3:15 to 4 PM - Dance(Sing) Movement for Kids 3 - 5 Years Old Free. Limited to first 15. Tickets at the Children’s Desk 30 min before program begins. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street 4 to 4:45 PM - Free Yoga for Age 6+ Limited to first 15 children. Tickets at the Children’s Desk 30 min. before program. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 4 to 7 PM - Burlap Wreath Create a festive wreath and customize it for any season. Member $50 & Non-Members $75, pre-registration required, call 508-228-1894.

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

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 to 7 PM - Free Book Group for Students Grades 9-12 E-mail Leslie Malcolm at lmalcolm@nantucketatheneum.org or Sophie Kuhl at sophiekuhl5@gmail.com to reserve a copy of the book.

Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street 6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

6 to 9 PM - Chef’s Choice - Benefit for Food Pantry Guests will savor local food by many chefs, as well as local music by Jacob Butler & The Offshore Blues Band. Tickets $100 at Mitchell’s Book Store, 508-228-7438 or nantucketfoodpantry.eventbrite.com continued on page 28

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7

CONT.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Maker Space: Knitting & Crocheting Circle Make 8-inch squares for charity or bring your own project to work on.

Beginners welcome. Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 to 8:30 PM - National Mental Health Awareness Week Film That Which I Love Destroys Me offers an uncensored look at the current epidemic of PTSD and severe mental trauma that create tremendous challenges for returning service members. Q & A follows. Free, in The Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

OF THE

SEE”

Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Coaching at the Corner Join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. Discussions start at 8:30 am sharp. $15 at the door. This week’s chat is: Yikes! How to Masterfully Answer the Impromptu Question.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 to 10:30 AM - Babies Into Books Limited to first 10 babies + caregivers. Atheneum, 1 India St. 10 to 11:30 AM - Peak Season Workforce H2B Workshop Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce office, upstairs at Zero Main St. workshop on new, complex procedures to follow for spring/summer 2016 for H2B workers as well as H2B visa cap issues. 508.228.3643 10 AM to 6 PM - “Leap into the Unknown” Special art exhibit in Sherburne Hall - PI:N, upstairs at 11 Centre Street.

A Nantucket Arts Festival event 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Storytime for Toddlers Limited to first 15 toddlers+caregivers. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary BBD. 508-332-0953.

11 to 11:30 AM - Free Storytime for Ages 3+ Limited to first 20 attendees. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

12 to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “Photography and Nantucket Landscapes” with photographer Michael Gaillard. Bring your brown bag lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

4 to 7 PM - Holiday Scrimshaw Ornament Create a scrimshaw ornament holiday style with Lee Ann Papale. $250, pre-registration required: 508-228-1894.

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

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

6 to 7 PM - Free LVA Drop-In English Class English classes for beginners, intermediate, & advanced speakers. Literacy Volunteers of the Atheneum. Atheneum, 1 India Street 6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pilsner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

OF THE

SEE”

Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of Nantucket A 2-1/2 mi, 50 min, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes of The Cliff & Brant Point. Gather at 8:20 am at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. $15: cash only. 508-332-0953.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

9 AM to 4 PM - Treating Kids & Teens w/ Challenging Behaviors Community-Wide Training for Treating Children & Teens with Challenging Behaviors, presented by MA General Hospital’s Department of Psychiatry’s renowned Think:Kids program. Free registration at 8:30 am in the Nantucket High School Auditorium, 10 Surfside Rd. 646.341.3043 9:15 AM to 1 PM - 24th Annual Pipe Organ Crawl Hear the island’s six historic pipe organs played to their best advantage by local & visiting master organists. Presented by Nantucket Community Music Center. nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org. Suggested Donation - $15 for Full Organ Crawl & $5 for Single Performance. Start at 9:15 am at St. Mary’s 3 Federal St.; 10 am Congregational Church at 62 Centre St; 10:30 am The Vestry at Congregational Church, 62 Centre Street: 10:50 am Refreshments at NCMC, 56 Centre Street. Then 11:30 am in the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange St; & 12 Noon St. Paul’s Church 20 Fair St, and ending at 12:30 pm in Methodist Church 2 Centre St. 10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Tour for Age 13+ Hear hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on a 2/3 mi, 80 min walk. $20 & $15 for 65+ & Teens. Cash Only.

Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank at 10:20 am. 508-332-0953 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

11:30 AM to 2:30 PM - Public Skating at Nantucket Ice $8 adults; $5 youth. Skate rentals available. 1 Backus Lane. continued on page 31

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Moon Gazing from page 12

short, sometimes only lasting five minutes, so this was an excellent chance to see one thoroughly. The type and length of an eclipse depend upon the Moon's location relative to its orbital nodes. Unlike a solar eclipse, which can be viewed only from a certain relatively small area of the world, a lunar eclipse may be viewed from anywhere on the night side of the Earth.

The blood moon on September 27 was the last in a series of four lunar eclipses, dubbed a tetrad, during the last two years. That pattern won’t repeat for another 20 years or so. The Maria Mitchell Observatory scientists held a special viewing session open to the public to observe the event.

In the language of science, an equinox is either of two points on the celestial sphere where the ecliptic and the celestial equator intersect. For the rest of us, it's one of two times a year when the Sun crosses the equator, and the day and night are of approximately equal length. “Equinox” means “equal night.” For many people the autumnal equinox is a sign of fall and a harbinger of cool nights and approaching holidays. The angle of the earth's inclination toward the sun changes throughout the year, lengthening or shortening the days according to season and hemisphere. These celestial “tipping points” have been recognized for thousands of years and have given rise to a considerable body of seasonal folklore. The equinoxes are not fixed points on the celestial sphere but move westward along the ecliptic, passing through all the constellations of the zodiac over 25,800 years. This motion is called the precession of the equinoxes.

The moon and lunar cycles are extremely important to biologists and oceanographers. During seasonally high tides, more habitat is created for mosquitoes and crabs and fish as greater amounts of land is flooded. After viewing the eclipse, my first thought was that the color and translucence reminded me of an embryo or egg. That image in turn made me think of how dependent horseshoe crab eggs are on the tide which is influenced by the moon. Horseshoe crab spawning season varies according to latitude, but it generally peaks in May and June, with peak spawning occurring on evening high tides during full and new moons (the higher-than-normal “spring” tides).

If you paid attention during the last week of September, you might have noticed the higher tides which became greater as the full moon approached.

Tides are caused by the gravitational pull of the sun and the moon on the earth. The sun contributes about one third of the pull, and the moon twothirds. The earth and the moon are attracted to each other in a gravitational

Pearls from page 10

iconic Nantucket designs: a scallop shell, a lightship basket lid, an island silhouette, a sand dollar, and now Brant Point Lighthouse.

This summer, Freitus moved from her home in Texas back to Shanghai to live for the next three years. “I’m thrilled to be so close” to the pearl suppliers, she explained. “Now I can go find pearls any day I want to, not just twice a year!”

The only natural colors in fresh water cultured pearls are pink, peach, lavender, and white, but Freitus has discovered sources for pearls of many colors and is introducing new colors this season that include seafoam green, gold, navy, and turquoise. Freitus creates her designs using hand-selected pearls that are square, coin, disc, oval, potato, egg, teardrop, pebble, and starshaped as well as the traditional round.

New designs for Fall include a stunning Confetti Necklace, fun and unique Pearl Balls, necklaces with removeable embellishments so they can go seamlessly from day to evening wear, necklaces that combine pearls and crystals, adjustable leather and pearls. Some of the new designs come with magnetic clasps.

“I never get tired of pearls,” Freitus said, smiling, “I love the colors. I love the possibilities... Pearls are timeless.”

Nantucket Pearl Company is open daily in the G.S. Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf (just before the Hy-Line dock). A selection of their pearl jewelry is also available online at NantucketPearlCompany.com.

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sense, and the moon pulls at the oceans. Each day, there are two high tides and two low tides. When the moon is full or new, the gravitational pull of the moon and sun are combined. At these times, the high tides are higher and the low tides are lower than other times of the month. The combined effects of this tide along with the higher tides of a equinox may produce minor flooding on the coast.

Sea turtles are also famously associated with the moon. For many years people thought that sea turtles needed the moonlight of a full moon to find their way to the ocean. This is a myth. Sea turtles do go for the brightest light as they hatch from their nests and prefer to be born at night so they can more easily find the horizon and the starlight or moonlight reflecting off the sea.

They will avoid the dark silhouettes of dunes or vegetation and flap cutely on their way to the sea. The colder temperatures of the sand at night is their cue that it is time to be born; under cover of darkness they have a better chance of surviving the short but dangerous journey to the surf. Their seafinding behavior can take place during any phase and position of the moon, which indicates that hatchlings do not depend on lunar light to lead them seaward. One thing that scientists have observed is that the presence of lights from cars or oceanfront development can confuse the hatchlings and cause them to rush in the opposite direction.

One of my students last weekend repeated the adage that moths are attracted to light because they think it is the moon and, once again, this is a likely-sounding story that is not true. Moths do use the light of the moon to navigate, but they do not head toward it. Dr. Mike Saunders, an entomologist at Penn State explains: “Moths often use the moon to orient themselves during night flight. In visual terms, the moon appears at ‘optical infinity,’ i.e., far enough away that the rays of light it reflects toward Earth are parallel as they enter a moth's (or a human's) eye. This constant makes an excellent navigational tool. Using the moon as a reference, moths can sustain linear flight in a given direction.” I have an evening primrose at the foot of my stairs, a night blooming plant that entertains my husband Len and the Junior Rangers at the Nantucket Field Station. The reason that evening primrose flowers open at night is to lure their primary pollinators: moths. The plants' flowers are noctodorous; they release a subtle fragrance at night to lure the lepidopterans.

Before this article was due I had time to see most of the lunar eclipse, which lived up to the hype. Relatively clear skies with just a few suspensebuildings clouds allowed us to observe the cloaking and uncloaking of a maroonish-orange orb of light 221,753 miles (356,877 km) away.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9

CONT.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6 PM - Wet Paint Weekend Events: Cocktail Party

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Held at The Visual Arts Center, 20 Amelia Drive. 508-228-0722 6:45 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 7 PM - Walden Chamber Players in Concert A rousing & eclectic combination of classical instrumentation with a piano quintet ensemble that draws from a palette of sources and styles.

Tickets $10. Doors open at 6:30 pm, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7 PM - Boston Conservatory “Stars of Tomorrow” Five opera students from Boston Conservatory perform with piano accompaniment will perform opera arias, duets and ensembles. Presented by Nantucket Arts Council and Dreamland in The Dreamland, 17 South Water St. $30, $25 for seniors, includes a dessert reception following the performance in the Dreamland’s Harborview Room. Proceeds benefit Live-in-HD broadcast programming. 17 South Water Street. A Nantucket Arts Festival event 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

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Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 6:45 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $9.95; half for $5.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad sts.

8 to 9 AM - ACK Clean Team Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. This week is Jetties Beach, always one of our last assignments. www.ackcleanteam.org. continued on page 34

Far from the usual. dinner

Tuesday - Sunday from 5:30pm Bar opens at 5pm 56 Union Street 508.228.6135 www.FiftySixUnion.com

ANTIQUES DEPOT 23 Federal Street 508­228­1287 nantucketan quesdepot.com

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First Place Winner Ward Vogt

Honorable Mentions

Michael Torrisi

Deb Hoadley

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Second Place Winner David Policansky

THANK YOU! to the hundreds of photographers who entered the 2015 Yesterday’s Island Photo Contest! And remember to keep your photos ready for next year or start sending them in now!

Make sure to include your name, address, subject, & date taken. Email to yi@ nantucket.net. Digital images emailed or sent in on CD must be high resolution at a size of at least 5 inches by 7 inches.

Honorable Mentions

Jane Condon Whitney Barnard

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & the 1746 Windmill 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary. Down streets most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min early. 508-332-0953 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

9 to 10 AM - Yoga at Greater Light with Joann Burnham All skill levels welcome; space very limited. 8 Howard St. Register at nha.org or 508-228-1894. $20.

10 AM - Wet Paint Weekend Events: Coffee with AAN Artists Chat and enjoy coffee with artists from the Artists Association of Nantucket. AAN Gallery, 19 Washington Street 10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Cruise to historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

10 AM to 4:30 PM - Last Chance This is your last opportunity to see the 2015 exhibit, GenNext. The museum closes for the season at the end of the day. Held at The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union Street 10:30 AM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town Pedal thru town center & around various historical locations. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles & passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or call 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary bulletin board. 508332-0953.

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11 AM to 3 PM - Open Day at Sankaty Head Lighthouse The lighthouse will be open for tours to the top. Kids must be 5 or older to climb the lighthouse. Free. Tours end promptly at 3 pm, even if you are in line, so arrive early. Presented by Sconset Trust.

11 AM to 4 PM - Annual Cranberry Festival Annual Cranberry Festival at The Milestone’s Cranberry Bog celebrates the annual harvest. Bog tours, hay rides, live music by Four EZ Payments, BBQ, local bread and local honey, clam chowder, fresh pressed juices, kids games, face painting, petting zoo, and, of course, cranberries. Free admission; $15 per car for parking paid at Festival Entrance.

Rain or shine. Nantucket Conservation Foundation. Find us at 220 Milestone Road.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2 PM - Nantucket Bike Tour - Town & Cisco Brewers Pedal thru town center, around historical locations & out to Cisco Brewery. We provide bikes, helmets, water bottles, & passionate guides to help you enjoy this island experience. Book in advance at nantucketbybike.com or 508-825-5362. Meet at 31 Washington St. 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. continued on page 37

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

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

Monomoy 2 miles Smith Point 7 miles

Linda Loring Nature Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Nantucket Cottage Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Nantucket Pool & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Old South Diner/Dragon by the Sea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 The Restaurant at Miacomet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Souza's Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Thai House Nantucket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 2016 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

Annual Cranberry Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Annye’s Whole Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Bartlett's Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Cisco Brewers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Claudette's Catering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Great Point Natural History Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Hy-Line Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Island Bike Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Airport 3.5 miles Quaise 3.5 miles Squam 8.5 miles

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3:30 PM - Nantucket Shorts Festival Selected short movies (1 to 10 min. long) by Nantucket filmmakers will be screened in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 South Water St. A filmmaker’’s Q&A and awards presentation follows and a wrap party. Tickets at The Dreamland Box Office. A Nantucket Arts Festival event 4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

4:30 PM - The Dusty 45’s 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.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

6:45 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 7 PM - “Steel Magnolias” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Showing at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. theatreworkshop.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Free Concert: Stephen Porter Pianist Stephen Porter performs a program of Grieg, Schubert and Debussy. The Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Brian DJ Brian at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

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Reservations: 508-228-4730.

11 AM to 3 PM - Brunch at Queequeg’s Enjoy an alfresco brunch in town, offered daily. Reservations at 508325-0922, 6 Oak Street.

11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

1 PM - Nantucket Shorts Festival NFF Now: Kid’s Shorts (a reprisal of kid’s shorts seen during NFF20) showing in the Dreamland, 17 South Water Street.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. continued on page 38

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 FALL ARTS FESTIVAL: “ART

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Visual, musical, theatrical, literary, & other fine arts at various island locations. Presented by The Nantucket Arts Council 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

8 AM - 5th Annual Nantucket Half Marathon Race begins & ends at Lighthouse School, 1 Rugged Road. Details at nantuckethalfmarathon.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of Nantucket A 2-1/2 mi, 50 min, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes of The Cliff & Brant Point. Gather at 8:20 am at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. $15: cash only. 508-332-0953.

9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10 AM to 12 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Cruise to historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset Historic Walk 2/3 mi, 90 min walk through the village of Siasconset. $20; $15 for 65+ & teens. Cash only. Catch 10:15 am bus at Greenhound Depot, Washington St to ride to Sconset. Meet guide at rotary BBD. 508-332-0953.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course!

Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508228-7477, 9 India Street.

11 AM to 2 PM - Brunch with Live Music at Breeze Cafe Sunday Brunch at The Breeze while you listen to Andy Bullington play the acoustic guitar on our patio. The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton St. For

Archery Season Arts Fest Boots Brown Colors Columbus Day Cozy Cranberry Cup

Cranberry Fest Crisp Deer Fires Foliage Football Gourds Halloween

Harvest Jackets Jack o Lanterns November October Orange Peace Pumpkins

Quiet Red Restaurant Week Scallops Storms Sweaters Trick or Treat Yellow

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1 to 3 PM - Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Cruise to historic Great Point to see and learn about seals & birds.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

3:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 PM - AAN Wet Paint Auction Preview In The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street; Live Auction at 5:00 p.m.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5 PM - Wet Paint Live Auction The annual can’t-miss-it event of the Artists Association of Nantucket.

Auction Preview, 4 p.m. Auction with Rafael Osona as auctioneer begins at 5 pm. The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street 5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

6:30 PM - Wet Paint Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction Wet Paint Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction held at Le Languedoc, 24 Broad Street. Tickets and RSVP required in advance. 508-228-0722 6:30 PM - NFF Now Series Film TBA. Showing in The Dreamland Theatre, 17 S. Water Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953

MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street & the 1746 Windmill 2 mi, 45 min, non-stop exercise walk, with historic commentary down streets most visitors never find. $15. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank steps. Arrive 10 min early. 508-332-0953 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour An oversand adventure tour of the Coskata-Coatue Wilfelife Refuge & Great Point. Again at 1 pm. 508 228 6799. thetrustees.org/ccwr.

10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by this island on a 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 Ages 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Federal & India sts. by Atheneum fence 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Prime Rib + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Whaling History Boat Tour Cruise Nantucket Harbor aboard the Minke. Learn what the waterfront was like in the 1800s during the whaling era & see landmarks. Free coffee & gift. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

1 to 2 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on narrated tour of Nantucket’s Inner Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 2:15 & 4pm 1 to 2:30 PM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor See Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights with Capt. Genthner. Also at 4 pm. $45. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at cor-

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ner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 2:15 to 3:15 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

3:30 PM - Timbukblues Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 to 5 PM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise See 1pm info. 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

5:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights $55. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf.

5:30 to 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a favorite beverage & watch one of the best sunsets in the world.

Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com.

6 to 9 PM - Arts Festival “Art of the See” Wrap Party Celebrate new ways of seeing art at this closing party to 2015 Nantucket Arts Festival with entertainment, food, and drink. The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. A Nantucket Arts Festival event 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 10 AM to 5 PM - Book Release: Elin Hilderbrand Elin Hilderbrand’s newest Nantucket holiday novel, Winter Stroll, is released today. Get your copy at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

10:15 to 11 AM - Free Music Class for Ages 2-7 Tickets available when the library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. nantucketatheneum.org 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together.

4 PM - Prime Rib Special at Bartlett’s Farm Prime Rib + 2 sides. $16.99, while it lasts, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Maker Space - Free Book Binding Workshop Learn new ways to bind books together. No experience required, tools & materials supplied. Register at nantucketatheneum.org 6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 to 7 PM - Historic Ceramic Transferware: Mugs Design a pair of ceramic mugs using historic transferware images. $200, pre-registration required, call 508-228-1894.

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

6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Maker Space: Knitting & Crocheting Circle Make 8-inch squares for charity or bring your own project to work on.

Beginners welcome. Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953 7 to 8:15 PM - Free Author Talk Charles E. Soule talks about Invisible, a Memoir of Rev. Bill Oliver chronicles the life of a young man, raised in the segregated south in the 40s & 50s and how he became an activist for civil rights and social justice.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 10 to 10:30 AM - Babies Into Books Limited to first 10 babies + caregivers. Atheneum, 1 India St. 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by this island on a 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 Ages 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Federal & India sts. by Atheneum fence 10 minutes early. 508-332-0953 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Storytime for Toddlers Limited to first 15 toddlers+caregivers. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 11 to 11:30 AM - Free Storytime for Ages 3+ Limited to first 20 attendees. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 12PM to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “The Shellfish Recycling Initiative” with biologist Leah Cabral Town of Nantucket Assist Biologist Leah Cabral talks about the Shell Recycling Program. Bring a lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - National Theatre Live: “Hamlet” Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. National Theatre Live, showing in The Dreamland Main Theatre, 17 South Water St. $20 & Senior/Child $18 2 PM - Fifty Shades of Fabulous: The Story of Nantucket Led by 3x runner-up of Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 3/4 mi, 90 min stroll tells the story of “the most important small town in American History.” $20; $15 for 65+ & Teens; $5 for 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts, by bank steps 5 min early. 508-332-0953 3 to 4 PM - Free Library Lego Challenge for Ages 5-10 The library will supply the Lego bricks and a Challenge for you to complete. Space is limited. Register at nantucketatheneum.org.

3:30 PM - Cranberry Cup Hockey Tournament More than 250 hockey players come to the island to compete with their teams in this adult (over 30 yrs.) hockey tournament with 3 divisions.

All proceeds are split between Autism Speaks, JDRF, Foundation Fighting Blindness and Asperger/Autism Network. cranberrycup.com

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4 to 7 PM - Collage Glass Paperweights Combine historic images and natural materials in a glass paperweight. $75, pre-registration required: 508-228-1894.

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

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pilsner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

7 PM - National Theatre Live: “Hamlet” Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. National Theatre Live, showing in The Dreamland Main Theatre, 17 South Water St. $20 & Senior/Child $18 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 NANTUCKET BIRDING WEEKEND Field trips, talks, lectures for birders of all levels. llnf.org 8 AM - Cranberry Cup Hockey Tournament Annual tournament continues. All proceeds are split between Autism Speaks, JDRF, Foundation Fighting Blindness and Asperger/Autism Network. cranberrycup.com 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of Nantucket A 2-1/2 mi, 50 min, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes of The Cliff & Brant Point. Gather at 8:20 am at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. $15: cash only. 508-332-0953.

10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Tour for Age 13+ Hear hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on a 2/3 mi, 80 min walk. $20 & $15 for 65+ & Teens. Cash Only.

Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank at 10:20 am. 508-332-0953 continued on page 42

Summer Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am - last call 7:45pm; Sunday, noon - last call 6:45pm Tastings, tours, live music and good times! Dogs, kids, and snacks welcome!

Fresh bread!

At Cisco Brewers we make all grain beers in our tiny brewery. 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 spirits.

Big Beers, Delicious Wine & Smooth Spirits available at all the best island restaurants and liquor stores

FREE! in-season shuttle leaves from Visitor Services starting at 12:30pm We now have expanded off-street parking past the Brewery on the right.

5 Bartlett Farm Rd. | 508-325-5929 17-1/2 Old South Rd

nantucketbakeshop.com

508.228.2797

www.ciscobrewers.com

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 39

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11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 8:30 PM - October Fall Harvest Dinner An outdoor multi-course, family style farm-to-table dinner at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road that features the fresh harvest in the magical setting of our garden center. $85, tax & tip included. BYOB. Reservations: 508.228.9403 x12 - amy@bartlettsfarm.com 7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 NANTUCKET BIRDING WEEKEND Field trips, talks, lectures for birders of all levels. llnf.org 6:45 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $9.95; half for $5.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad sts.

8 AM - Cranberry Cup Hockey Tournament More than 250 hockey players come to the island to compete with their teams in this adult (over 30 yrs.) hockey tournament with 3 divisions.

All proceeds are split between Autism Speaks, JDRF, Foundation Fighting Blindness and Asperger/Autism Network. cranberrycup.com 9 to 10 AM - Yoga at Greater Light with Sheri Perelman All skill levels welcome; space very limited. 8 Howard St. Register at nha.org or 508-228-1894. $20.

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing Kick off the world series with a book signing with Dick Trust: “Ted Williams and Friends 1960 - 2002” at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St 12 to 3 PM - Annual Harvest Fair at the Old Mill An array of family-friendly activities and a glimpse into the island’s agricultural past. Guided tours of the Old Mill with NHA staff, old-fashioned games, and autumn crafts. Seasonal refreshments including apple cider, apples, and corn bread. $5 per child; free for accompanying adults. 50 Prospect Street.

12 to 3 PM - Maker Space for Teens - 3D Print Club Atheneum , 1 India Street. Register at nantucketatheneum.org 1:30 PM - Joe Flood 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.

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7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Brian DJ Brian at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 NANTUCKET BIRDING WEEKEND Field trips, talks, lectures for birders of all levels. llnf.org 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course!

Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508228-7477, 9 India Street.

3:30 PM - Daryl Hance PowerMuse Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

7 to 8:30 PM - Staged Reading: “Loss of the Whaleship Essex” Nantucket Atheneum & Nantucket Historical Assn present a staged reading of the Owen Chase and Thomas Nickerson narratives, plus readings from selected letters and journals. Musician Joe Flood will play sea chanteys, popular songs of the era, & Melville poems set to music. $10 in The Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

7:30 to 9 PM - Stargazing Night Join Maria Mitchell’s professional astronomers for a tour of the starry sky and telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, & galaxies.

Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Prime Rib + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For Grades 1-12 on Mondays, 1 Backus Lane.

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

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Atheneum Writer’s Group: The Moving Pen Meet other writers and flex your writing muscles. Free. Come ready to write with paper & pen. Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India Street

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 10:15 to 11 AM - Free Music Program for Ages 2-7 Space is limited. Tickets available the day of the program when the library opens. The Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together. continued on page 46

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Nantucket Dining Guide Nantucket Bake Shop

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

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

Nantucket Cookie Company Open daily; we ship anywhere Small batch cookies from scratch

508-228-5814 2 Broad St., Steamboat Wharf

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 inwww.nantucketcookie.net store pickup, or we will ship anywhere in the USA!

Brewers Cisco Brewers 508-325-5929 Open Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 6:45pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm Beers brewed with the finest ingredients 5 Bartlett Farm Road At CISCO BREWERS we make BIG, all-grain beers in our tiny brewery using traditional methods, fine malts, and whole hops. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, we are the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Take the free shuttle from Visitor Services that starts at 12:30pm, or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. www.ciscobrewers.com

Clubs & Entertainment Rose & Crown Open daily from 11:30am-1am Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN SEAFOOD PUB is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors.

Not only do they offer a great menu with the freshest food at affordable prices, but their specialty drinks can’t be beat! And at 10 pm, the fun and frolic begins, with DJs, poker nights, karaoke every Thursday night, dance parties, and live jazz on Thursday. They have the largest TVs in town to watch football. THE ROSE & CROWN is the hottest spot in downtown Nantucket! www.theroseandcrown.com

Coffee Shops The Bean

508-228-6215 Open in 2 Locations!

4 India Street and in the new Stop-n-Shop Hot and Iced Coffees and Teas, Smoothies, Snacks

THE BEAN offers coffee, espresso, cappuccino, lattes, mochas, and much more all prepared with coffee beans freshly roasted on-island by Nantucket Coffee Roasters and expertly brewed by our baristas. A variety of teas, cold beverages, and smoothies are also available, along with a tempting selection of snacks. Order to go or sit around the tables in their cozy cafe atmosphere. Whole beans are available directly from Nantucket Coffee Roasters: order from their website at www.NantucketCoffee.com.

Handlebar Café Open Mon Fri 630am -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 in-town location for you to come and grab a favorite beverage. We serve up quality espresso drinks, freshly made pastries, and healthy snacks. Enjoy your experience with us while surfing the web on our free Wi Fi or conversing with friends. When you’re here you can count on being served by our knowledgable and smiling staff. The Handlebar Cafe brings people together over coffee. Stop in and see us!

Light Food & Take-Out Annye’s Whole Foods Prepared meals to take home, wine, organic foods

508-228-4554 Daily at 14 Amelia Drive

At ANNYE’S you’ll find fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy,

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and delicious! Take them home for a hot lunch or a handy dinner. We also sell tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts. And you can choose a bottle of wine from our selection to accompany your meal. ANNYE’S is a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. We have plenty of parking. www.annyes.com

Atlas BBQ & Fish House

Bakeries All the products you love at a new location Fresh pastries, baked goods, breads, NEW hot lunches

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

508-825-5495 130 Pleasant Street

Open Nightly from 5:30 pm Call in & Pick up!

New, approachable, dynamic, fresh

New, approachable, dynamic, fresh with a focus on the freshest smoked and grilled meats, fish and vegetables. The ATLAS menu features Brandt Gould’s authentic barbecue, grilled whole fish selections and vegetarian options all with bold clean flavors.

Everything is made from scratch daily, no corners cut! Open 7 nights a week. NOW with a NEW Takeout Menu: Don’t miss our new New England Clambake ready to pick atlasnantucket.com up & take to your favorite beach.

Bartlett’s Farm Open daily 8-6pm. Introducing Game Day Takeout!

Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Rd

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. www.bartlettsfarm.com

Centre Street Bistro Weekend Breakfast, Lunch Dinner, closed Tuesdays Outdoor patio dining in season

508-228-8470 29 Centre Street

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful weekend breakfast, plus savory lunches and fabulous dinners Monday, Wednesdays-Saturdays (closed Tuesdays). Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available.

MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.nantucketbistro.com

Downyflake Donuts, baked goods, breakfast, & lunch to go A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years

508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue

www.thedownyflake.com 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.

Breakfast 6 am- 2 pm on weekdays (6-1 on Sunday). Lunch Mon-Sat 11-2pm

Easy Street Cantina One Nibble & You’re Hooked!

Full Breakfast served all day

508-228-5418 corner of Easy & Broad sts.

www.EasyStreetCantina.com 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. Open Sun.-Wed. 6:45 am to10pm and Thurs-Sat. 6:45 am to 2 am.

Lemon Press 508-228-3800 Open Daily 29 Centre Street Organic Foods, Superfood Smoothies, Cold Press Juices & More This new island, “grab and go healthy” shop in the heart of downtown makes their products on site. Choices include a variety of organic coffee, freshly pressed cold juices and lemonade, freshly made sandwiches, and superfoods such as smoothies and Raw Bowls. Owners Darya and Rachel are committed to serving their customers healthy and delicious food items that are easy to take to the beach, to the boat, on a picnic, or home to the family. www.lemonpressnantucket.com

Siam to Go 508-228-SIAM (7426) Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 4-8pm, closed Sun. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables.

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

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508-325-6265

Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm; Sun 12-8pm.

7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct at Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more.

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish.

Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located mid-island at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice. www.sophietspizza.com

Thai House Nantucket 508-680-1522 Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm Dine in or take out 118 Old South Road Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. You can dine in the cozy dining room, or order ahead for takeout. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com

Markets Annye’s Whole Foods

508-228-4554 14 Amelia Drive

Open daily - Time to order your turkey!

Complete organic market & prepared meals

Visit ANNYE’S in our new and larger location! You’ll find the best in organic foods, including Niman Ranch meats, free-range chicken, fruits and vegetables, and naturallyfarmed wines from Italy, France, and California. Try ANNYE’S Culinary Concierge, offering fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious!

Purchase tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts, or select from our all-organic bulk foods—grains, nuts, seeds, beans, fruits, and earth-friendly cleaning supplies. ANNYE’S carries the most effective supplements, herbal and homeopathic remedies, as well as skin and hair care products, to keep you feeling and looking great!

We’re a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. Plenty of parking. www.annyes.com

Bartlett’s Farm Open every day 8-6pm.

Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go

508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road

www.bartlettsfarm.com Grocery shop at BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM. Eggs, milk, cheese, coffee, and, of course, fresh vegetables. Freshly baked goods, as well as daily seasonal specialties prepared with farm fresh ingredients for take away. Ample parking and friendly faces.

Restaurants Arno’s Breakfast & Seafood Restaurant

508-228-7001 Breakfast 9-3, Lunch 11-3, Bar 9-3 41 Main Street New England Breakfast & Seafood of the Highest Quality at Reasonable Prices

ARNO’S BREAKFAST AND SEAFOOD RESTAURANT, family owned and operated, is celebrating 56 years at 41 Main Street. Arno’s serves breakfast and lunch, all well patronized, in its comfortable and casual dining rooms. Breakfast is served from 9 to 3, lunch from 11 to 3, and you can dine at the Bar from 9 to 3. The menu offers best of season seafood, including oysters, mussels, seafood tacos, flounder, halibut, scallops, swordfish, salmon, and lobster. Please see page 5 for a selection from our menus. Arno’s is also well known for its full service bar, including bar dining. The bar is open from 9am (11am Sunday), serving the best ever Bloody Mary and Mimosa. Great selection of draft beers (8), wines by the glass, specialty cocktails, and liquors. Arno’s is centrally located on the historic downtown cobblestoned Main Street. The restaurant’s huge front windows, with a sunlit and historic brick interior, make for an inviting atmosphere.

There is an equally attractive upstairs dining room also overlooking cobblestoned Main Street. From the Boat Basin, Arno’s is just a short walk along the cobblestones of Main Street on the right side. www.arnosnantucket.com

Atlas BBQ & Fish House Open Nightly from 5:30 pm New, approachable, dynamic, fresh

508-825-5495 130 Pleasant Street

atlasnantucket.com New, approachable, dynamic, fresh! Atlas offers an ambiance that you can enjoy with your family on any evening, on date night (first or 200th) or with your greatest friends.

An approachable and dynamic atmosphere with focus on the freshest smoked and grilled meats, fish and vegetables. The menu features Brandt Gould’s authentic barbecue, grilled whole fish selections and vegetarian options all with bold clean flavors. Everything is made from scratch daily, no corners cut! Open 7 nights a week.

Black-Eyed Susan’s Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10pm Foreign & Domestic Cooking

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

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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. www.Black-EyedSusans.com

Breeze Bar & Cafe

508-228-4730

Dine Indoors or Enjoy Our Outdoor Deck with Fire Pits at The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street New England Coastal Cuisine & Family Favorites Breeze Bar & Cafe serves New England Coastal Cuisine, and family favorites in either our dining room or outdoors on Nantucket’s grandest all-season deck, with cozy fire pits.

Our dinner menu features salads, soups, and appetizers, and a delectable selection of entrees from filet mignon and Grilled Salmon to a casual Burger and delectable Lobster Roll. Also serving lunch and Sunday Brunch. Cocktail Bar Service also available. breezebarandcafe.com Complimentary Kids’ Deck Tuesday-Saturday evenings.

Centre Street Bistro Weekend Breakfast, Lunch Dinner, closed Tuesdays “Eat and happiness will follow!”

508-228-8470 29 Centre Street

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm, is an island favorite! They serve bountiful weekend breakfasts, from 8am to 1 pm; savory lunches Monday, Wednesdays-Saturday from 11:20 to 2pm; and fabulous dinners every evening but Tuesday from 5:30 pm. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available.

Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MC and Visa accepted. www.nantucketbistro.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar 508-228-6005 Open daily 5:30am-9pm 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking “Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series and the longtime island favorite, Hutch’s Diner. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Our dining room, kitchen, and bar have been newly renovated as perfect compliments to our extensive beer, wine, and cocktail lists. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. www.CrosswindsNantucket.com

Downyflake Open Daily for Breakfast & Lunch; Takeout A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years

508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue

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.

Breakfast 6 am- 2 pm on weekdays (6-1 on Sunday). Lunch Mon-Sat 11-2pm www.thedownyflake.com

Dune Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner from 6 to 10 pm Where chic meets casual comfort.

508-228-5550 20 Broad Street

DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in our three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. Along with our exotic quartzite bar and charming patio we offer an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, liquors and cordials along with tempting dinner and dessert menus. The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. www.DuneNantucket.com

Easy Street Cantina

508-228-5418 Open daily! One Nibble & You’re Hooked! corner of Easy & Broad sts.

Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day!

EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf. One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kid’s foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies.

Enjoy in our spacious dining room or on our outside patio beside the water. We serve breakfast all day, and offer our Omelette Bar from 8-11:30 am. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. Open Sun.-Wed. 6:45 am to10pm and ThursSat. 6:45 am to 2 am.

The Faregrounds Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily Affordable Family Dining

508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the bustling energy of Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze on our deck, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our

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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. www.thefaregrounds.com/

Fifty-Six Union Open Tues.-Sun. Bar opens at 5, Dinner starts at 5:30 Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff

508-228-6135 56 Union Street

Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired…FIFTY-SIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner Tues.-Sun. from 5:30 pm;.

Patron dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. For dinner, Chef Peter Janelle prepares a creative Fish Special and a tempting Vegetarian Pasta du Jour. FIFTY-SIX UNION offers more than a dozen exhilarating cocktails, served by their libation experts. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket. www.fiftysixunion.com

foood for here & there

508-228-4291

Open daily at 6:30am for breakfast, lunch, dinner, & snacks Pizza, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Delivery!

149 Lower Orange St foood for here and there is the place to go for great food at reasonable prices. Rated the Best Pizza on Nantucket, foood serves small, medium, large, and deep dish pizzas at the lowest price on the island. At foood for here and there, you can have a quick lunch for under $6.00. We also offer specialty pizzas, including Mexican, Summer White, and Tropic Rocky, a variety of sandwiches and subs on freshly baked rolls, delicious salads, burgers, lasagna, spicy wings, and more! Stop in our casual and fun location at Lower Orange Street. If you’re in a hurry to get home or to the beach, call ahead with your www.fooods.com order.

Kitty Murtagh’s

508-325-0781 Lunch 11:30-5; Dinner from 5 pm; Sunday Brunch 11:20-2:30 Nantucket’s Only Irish Pub & Restaurant 4 West Creek Road

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

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Sugar Shrimp Skewers, and Clam Fritters. There are freshly made soups and salads, burgers, quesadillas and sandwiches, along with wraps for a light meal. ROSE & CROWN entrees include Pasta Primavera, Shrimp Scampi, and a wide variety of amazing burgers (try the Cubano Burger). Come down to South Water Street and check our daily blackboard specials. Always family friendly — children’s menu available.

Siam to Go

508-228-SIAM (7426) Mon-Fri 11am-8pm; Sat 4-8pm, closed Sun. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables.

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

Sophie T’s Pizza

508-325-6265

Mon-Sat 11:30am-9pm; Sun 12-8pm.

7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct at Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more.

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish.

Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located mid-island at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice. www.sophietspizza.com

Sushi by Yoshi

508-228-1801 2 East Chestnut Street

In Ireland, pubs are places to socialize, relax & maybe conduct a little business. Owners John Keane and Caroline Montgomery are continuing that tradition on Nantucket at KITTY MURTAGH’S. Named after John’s grandmother, everything about Kitty’s is eclectic and fun. Decorated with Irish signs, antiques, and furniture, the pub exudes authenticity. Relax & enjoy traditional hearty fare. Join us downstairs in our intimate dining room for entrees like Kitty’s Pork Schnitzel or Guiness Battered Fish-n-Chips.

Nightly seafood specials draw from Nantucket’s local catch. You can add Nantucket’s best soup & salad bar to any entree for just a few dollars. Top it all off with a pint of Guinness in a traditional 20-oz glass. Live music every Wed. & Fri. night. www.kittymurtaghs.com

Daily 11:30am to 9pm.

Sushi & classic Japanese dishes

The Proprietors bar & table

508-228-7477 9 India St

Thai House Nantucket 508-680-1522 Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm Dine in or take out 118 Old South Road

The menu at The Proprietors borrows techniques & flavors from global cuisines while celebrating local ingredients. Executive Chef/Co-Owner Tom Berry serves an adventurous selection of sharable plates and dishes hot off the plancha with a strong focus on imaginative seafood, vegetable, and grain presentations. Dinner is served nightly from 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch is served from 11am to 2 pm. The Proprietors bar opens nightly at 5pm. www.proprietorsnantucket.com

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

Queequegs

Town 508-325-TOWN (8696) Brunch Daily 11am to 3pm; Dinner nightly from 5:30pm.

Be adventurous, go to Town 4 East Chestnut Street

Dinner nightly from 5:30pm; Sunday Brunch 11-2 An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes

508-325-0992 Brunch Daily 11am-3pm. Dinner nightly from 5:30pm. Tree bar open, weather permitting 6 Oak Street The locals’ choice for intimate in-town dining Nestled on a side street behind the Atheneum, QUEEQUEG’S offers a romantic spot for dinner in a fun bistro setting with an intimate bar scene. The cozy dining room, with it’s warm color scheme and eclectic artwork, radiates comfort. Our patio is a fun retreat from the hustle and bustle of town. QUEEQUEG’S menu pushes the envelope of “American Eclectic” and takes you on a culinary voyage that blends home-style comfort food with European flavors. Our chef has honed his skills to the point where every bite resonates with love-it-in-an-instant flavor. In the heart of down town, QUEEQUEG’S is the local secret that’s finally out. www.queequegsnantucket.com

The Restaurant at Miacomet Sunday Brunch, Lunch, Lite Bites, & Dinner

508-325-0335 12 W. Miacomet Road

THE RESTAURANT at MIACOMET is the place to go for great food and a relaxing ambiance! Located in the Miacomet Golf Club on beautiful Nantucket Land Bank property, the restaurant serves brunch, lunch, lite bites, and dinner to the public as well as to club members. Join us for Sunday brunch from 10:30 am to 3pm, when you can enjoy Eggs Benedict, our Famous Bloody Marys, and a view of the lush golf course. Also join us for lunch, lite bites, and dinner! See our display ad for hours. www.miacometgolf.com

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595 Lunch & Dinner from 11:30am-10pm, open til 1am 23 South Water Street www.theroseandcrown.com Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by and check out our new menu, served continuously from 11:30 am, with great food at reasonable prices! We serve delicious favorite finger foods like Nachos, Rum & Brown

A party is not a party without sushi! SUSHI BY YOSHI is open on East Chestnut Street, serving the best sushi and other Japanese delicacies. Stop by their Sushi Bar and sample from their new menu. The varied menu includes Nori Rolls in more than half a dozen varieties, Nigiri Sushi or Sashimi, Futo Maki, Futomake with fish, and more. YOSHI’s California Roll and Dynamite Roll combination makes a terrific lunch or evening snack!

Also available are Dumplings, Noodles, Rice, and Miso Soup. Stop by YOSHI’s at 2 East Chestnut Street, around the corner from the Information Bureau on Federal Street. Call ahead for quick service. BYOB. Find us on FB www.sushibyyoshi.com

TOWN Restaurant is a Global cuisine wonderland, offering uplifted dishes sourced from every corner of the globe. Taste our tantalizingly bold, sumptuous flavors within a cool, casual, sexy Eastern-styled lounge. Offering traditional dishes with a twist; Ancho Dusted Shrimp & Grits, and Red Thai Curry Chicken all capture your taste buds and transport you to another land! Town is conveniently located on East Chestnut St.; our inviting dining lounge and patio with Asian accents brings you to paradise, making this a memorable dining experience! Be adventurous, go to TOWN! www.TownNantucket.com

Seafood Souza’s Seafood

508-228-9140 Open 9am-6pm with a full selection of seafood 23 Trotter’s Lane 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.

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 42

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20,

CONT.

4 PM - Prime Rib Special at Bartlett’s Farm Prime Rib + 2 sides. $16.99, while it lasts, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5:30 PM - Safe Place Book Discussion Book: Black and Blue. The discussion will be facilitated by members of A Safe Place staff. Free. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St 6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 to 7 PM - Postage Stamp Quilted Coasters Stitch your own quilted coasters with Corey Fabian Borenstein using a variety of fabrics. $75, pre-registration required: 508-228-1894.

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

5:30 to 6:30 PM - World Wide Voices Book Discussion Group Book: I Refuse. The group is open to all and free of charge. Held in The Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India Street 6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

6 to 9:30 PM - Flashback Film Series Start with a party at Handlebar Cafe, Washington St, with libations and bites from Atlas BBQ & Fish House, then at 7:30pm, head to The Dreamland Theatre to watch Back to the Future on the big screen. Tickets $25 at nantucketdreamland.org under Special Screenings.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Maker Space: Knitting & Crocheting Circle Make 8-inch squares for charity or bring your own project to work on.

Beginners welcome. Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953 7 to 8:15 PM - Free Author Talk by Katina Mackris After 5 years of misdiagnosis and 5 more years of treatments, Katina Mackris overcame Lyme disease and she is now on a nationwide Lyme awareness campaign. The Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Coaching at the Corner Join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. Discussions start at 8:30 am sharp. $15 at the door, packages available. This week’s chat is: Sanity - How to Stay Sane When Difficult People Push your Buttons.

10 to 10:30 AM - Babies Into Books Limited to first 10 babies + caregivers. Atheneum, 1 India St. 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Storytime for Toddlers Limited to first 15 toddlers+caregivers. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 11 to 11:30 AM - Free Storytime for Ages 3+ Limited to first 20 attendees. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 12 to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “Immigration on Nantucket” with demographer Peter Morrisonm who will explore contemporary trends and national & local statistics. Bring your brown bag lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For age 4 through grade 5 on Thursdays, 1 Backus Lane.

4 to 7 PM - Introduction to Letterpress: Notecards Create a set of personalized letterpress cards featuring historic images and typefaces. $75; pre-registration required: 508-228-1894.

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

4:30 PM - LVA - Tutor Workshop Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India Street 4:30 PM - Foggy Roots Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pilsner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 1:30 to 3:30 PM - Cooking Lesson - Cranberry Orange Scones Make cranberry orange scones & enjoy them with a spot of tea. To sign up: 508-228-4490. Saltmarsh Senior Ctr, 81 Washington St. $3 fee.

4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 7 PM - AAN - People’s Choice Exhibition Opening Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington Street 5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6:30 to 7:30 PM - Storyteller with Katie Latimer Award winning storyteller delights audiences of all ages with her interactive and dynamic stories. Appropriate or children grades K-8. Nantucket Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street 7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 7:30 to 8:15 PM - Storyteller with Katie Latimer Award winning storyteller delights audiences of all ages with her interactive and dynamic stories. Appropriate or children grades K-8. Nantucket Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 6:45 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $9.95; half for $5.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad sts.

9 to 10 AM - Yoga at Greater Light with Ted Burnham All skill levels welcome; space very limited. 8 Howard St. Register at nha.org or 508-228-1894. $20.

10 to 11 AM - Free Talk by Spotlight Series Artist Hear JoAnne Welch discusses working in mixed medias during this informal talk in the Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington St. 3 to 4 PM - Minecraft Club Using the MinecraftEdu game, which allows for all players to be in one world at the same time. Space is limited, call to register 508-228-1110.

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

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Brian DJ Brian at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course! continued on page 47

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Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508228-7477, 9 India Street.

1 PM - Bolshoi Ballet: Giselle This treasure of romantic ballet touches upon the great romantic themes: a doomed love affair ending in tragedy, a dive into fantasy, & ultimate redemption through the power of love. Showing in The Dreamland Main Theatre, 17 South Water St. $20; child/Senior $18.

3:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Prime Rib + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For Grades 1-12 on Mondays, 1 Backus Lane.

6:30 to 7:30 PM - Free Author Talk: Michael Patrick O’Neill Born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Michael is an award winning photographer and author specializing in marine wildlife and environmental issues. The Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 10 AM to 5 PM - Book Release: Nancy Thayer Thayer’s new book, A Very Nantucket Christmas (2 holiday novels in one) released today. Get yours at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St. 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together.

4 PM - Prime Rib Special at Bartlett’s Farm Prime Rib + 2 sides. $16.99, while it lasts, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Jacob Butler Performs Live

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Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 to 7 PM - Sailor’s Valentine Necklace Create a unique necklace using mini seashells. Member $50 & NonMembers $75, pre-registration required, call 508-228-1894. Held at NHA 1800 House 4 Mill Street 4:30 PM - 4EZ Payments Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

6 PM - Spooky Stories at the Old Gaol Listen to spooky tales told by costumed actors at the historic Old Gaol, 15R Vestal Street. Tickets at the door: $5 per child; free for accompanying adults. Presented by NHA & Theatre Workshop of Nantucket 6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Maker Space: Knitting & Crocheting Circle Make 8-inch squares for charity or bring your own project to work on.

Beginners welcome. Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Cemetery Route 1-1/3 mi, 90 min walk featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens. $5 for 7-12. Cash Only. Meet Main & Centre sts by bank, at 6:50pm. 508-332-0953 7 to 8:30 PM - Free Author Talk: Wendy Williams - “The Horse” Horses have a story to tell, one of resilience, sociability and intelligence and of partnership with human beings. In The Horse, the journalist and equestrienne Wendy Williams brings that story brilliantly to life. The Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India Street continued on page 61

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Vol. 45 No. 21 • Our 45th Season!

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

Featured Restaurant: Black-Eyed Susan’s

Travel around the World in Just One Page It’s been a season of change on Nantucket, particularly in the restaurant scene, with more than half a dozen new or significantly changed restaurants just in the downtown area. Even with the many new temptations, we keep going back to one long-time favorite that never stops changing: there’s always something new at Black-Eyed Susan’s.

This cozy open kitchen restaurant at 10 India Street is comfortably familiar, so much so that some regulars have their favorite stool at the long granite counter or a favorite table (our picks are by the window or in the back corner).

What does change at Black-Eyed Susan’s is the dinner menu. Every couple of weeks you have the chance to pick a new favorite. The menu is brief: five appetizers and four entrees, plus three dishes offered in half and full portions that can be either. The selection may be ever changing, but there are a few things at Black-Eyed Susan’s that you can always count on: There is always at least one featured ingredient or spice you have never tasted and probably never heard of...

There will be at least one combination of ingredients that seems like a very unusual mix...

Everything you put into your mouth will be delicious.

The menu is designed by Co-Owner and Executive Chef Jeffrey Worster with Chef de Cuisine Todd Edwards, and in just a single page these two talents manage to bring you on a culinary trip around the world for less than $30 an entree, which is a treat these days on Nantucket.

The dining room at Black-Eyed Susan’s is small, so if you are dining alone or there are just two of you, consider sitting at the granite counter that faces the open kitchen. It’s fun to watch chefs Todd and Brian work in tandem to prepare the innovative dishes. If you are dining with a group of six, call ahead and ask for one of the two outdoor patio tables.

At our recent dinner, we actually did enjoy an appetizer we’ve had before and adored. The Tuna Tartar is an exception to the rule: a recurring special and a specialty of the house. Fresh and clean-tasting, this is an ideal way to start your meal. The sushi-grade tuna is diced and mixed with just enough cilantro, capers, and chili oil to add whispers of flavor without overpowering the delicate flavors of the raw tuna. Thin slices of chilled pickled cucumber add a refreshing crunch. A smear of spicy chili aioli is provided for dipping— we dragged the soft triangles of grilled scallion pancakes through it because the tuna needs no additional adornment.

Though the movement seems to have finally reached our shores, there are few options for eating raw when dining out on Nantucket. So we were pleased when we saw a Shaved Raw Brussel Sprouts Salad on the menu.

The fresh and crunchy shavings of sprouts are tossed in extra virgin olive oil with parley leaves and sea salt. Creamy red walnuts and firm nuggets of salty pecorino cheese are scattered around the salad.

The warm, rich flavors of Fall are there by the spoonful in the Kaboucha

GAME DAY TAKE OUT AT BARTLETT’S FARM! JUMBO BUFFALO WINGS & BBQ RIBS are available for take-out every Sunday and for all Patriot’s games!

Call to 508-228-9403 ext. 18 to order or stop by to pick them up!

Open every day 8am-6pm | 508-228-9403 | www.bartlettsfarm.com

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and creamy roasted apple and sweet potato hash with browned edges.

Poured overtop is a robust golden gravy prepared with a fruity Gevrey Chambertin, tarragon, green peppercorns, and dijon. The flavors are straightforward, rich, and well-rounded.

Every evening Black-Eyed Susan’s offers two dessert choices. One is always their Belgian Chocolate Pot de Creme, which we think their patrons will not ever let them take off the menu. Dark and chocolatey, it’s served in a demitasse cup topped with freshly whipped cream and surrounded by a trio of cookies: coconut macaroon, macadamia nut, and a sugar cookie. The second dessert is usually a sorbet or gelato or ice cream served with a grilled cinnamon sugar tortilla folded and tucked down the side. The evening we spent at Black-Eyed Susan’s, the featured flavor was White Chocolate, Cranberry, and Pumpkin Ice Cream, and we nearly fought over the last spoonful.

It’s no wonder that even with all the sexy new spots to sample this season patrons keep returning to the consistent excellence and ever changing menu at Black-Eyed Susan’s. Don’t delay too long to make your reservations: in a few short weeks, you’ll have to wait till April to savor the fare at this seasonal favorite.

Outdoor Seating

Squash & Vadouvan Curry Bisque. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, fresh and toasty, the smooth bisque is topped with a contrast of crunchy frisee, shreds of crisp duck confit, and a drizzle of pomegranate creme fraiche. We especially enjoyed this soup with the Brussel Sprouts Salad, so if you’re the sort to order appetizers for dinner, consider pairing these two.

Our favorite appetizer on their Fall menu is also a chef’s favorite: Bankok Style Coconut Curried Bartlett’s Corn. We’ve never tasted anything quite like it, and this dish alone will draw us back to Black-Eyed Susan’s before they close for the season. It’s best described as a savory French Toast: thick slices of battered brioche are grilled and topped with a luscious mix of fresh corn kernels, whole straw mushrooms, and baby corns in a coconut curry that is neither too sweet nor too hot. It’s perfect!

Fall flavors continue with the new entrees at Black-Eyed Susan’s. We agree with Chef Todd who recommended the Prawns, Aliigator and Andouille Sausage with Stars. It’s ideal comfort food for Fall—who doesn’t love those tiny little pasta stars? And in the hands of the experts, this cajun spiced entree is superb.

Even better is the New Zealand Venison & Chorizo Bolognese, which we love for its many layers of flavor. The wide chipoltle noodles, smoky bacon, tender venison, and spicy slices of chorizo are sensational in the sauce simmered with star anise and cinnamon and drizzled with sweet maple.

You are fully in the hands of the chef with the Porcini Dusted Pesce del Giorno, but no matter which fish is the Fish of the Day when you visit, this preparation will be delicious. The fish is served over a ratatouille of freshly harvested eggplant, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini in a light sauce of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and herbs that lets the flavors of the fish and the garden vegetables shine.

Our favorite entree of the evening was the Rosemary Chicken Thighs a la Moutarde. The perfectly seasoned, moist chicken is served on a sweet

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Black-Eyed Susan’s open through mid- to late-October at 10 India Street stop by or call 508-325-0308 for reservations Breakfast served from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Dinner served Mon.-Sat. from 6 to 10 p.m.

Seatings are at 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 9 p.m. entree prices range from $26 to $29 BYOB, corkage fee • Cash or checks only, no credit cards www.black-eyedsusans.com

Chefs Todd and Brian

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Advertiser Directory

designers like Elizabeth McKay, Jude Connally, Kut from the Kloth, Julie Brown, Joules, and MZ Wallace bags. Our specialty gift items include Nantucket ornaments, picture frames, photo albums, signs and cufflinks. Don’t forget that we can monogram tote bags, jewelry, iPhone/iPad covers and outdoor entertaining items. Shop year-round in store or visit us online. www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Adventure / Eco-Tours

eye of the needle 508-228-1923 Open daily 14 Federal Street An eclectic mix of clothing & accessories—preppy with a twist!

Shearwater Excursions

508-228-7037 Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

Yankee Magazine Editors’ Pick for Best Eco-Tour

The most well known water tours and adventure tours of Nantucket. Whales, seals, harbor tours, clamming excursions, fly-boarding and more. Private tours and excursions as well. Call or drop by slip 1011 on Straight Wharf, Nantucket. www.shearwaterexcursions.com

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Antiques

Cashmere, accessories, shoes

The Antiques Depot

508-228-1287 23 Federal Street

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

One of Nantucket’s oldest and finest antiques shops, THE ANTIQUES DEPOT offers an exciting and unusual collection of 17th, 18th and 19th century furniture, art, accessories, and an extensive collection of decoys. Stop by their new location at 23 Federal St. and browse through a shop filled with treasures. Proprietors Howard B. Chadwick and Jack Fritsch have more than 43 years of experience on Nantucket, and you’ll find their prices reasonable. THE ANTIQUES DEPOT is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.

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Apparel & Accessories Blue Beetle Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, & Gifts

Brights and stripes, color and style...there’s always something new and vibrant at eye of the needle! This preppy-chic boutique offers an eclectic mix of clothing and accessories that you won’t be able to resist. eye of the needle originated in Boston on prestigious Newbury Street; branching to downtown Nantucket, Siaconset at the Summer House, as well as Palm Beach. They have sweet & sexy attire, fabulous shoes, and jewelry to tie it all together. eye of the needle is fashion forward from head to toe!

508-228-3227 Open daily at 12 Main Street

Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends and family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main Street is the premier destination on Nantucket for everything from ladies’ apparel to unique jewelry to monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build and design a necklace all your own.

Need a new outfit for dinner, a party or a night on the town? We offer a great selection of dresses, tops, bottoms, scarves, wraps, shoes and handbags. We proudly carry

508-228-7611 Open daily at 32 Centre Street

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

Johnstons of Elgin Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry

508-228-5450 4 Federal Street

johnstonscashmere.com A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.

Milly and Grace Open every day, 10 to 6 Clothing, Accessories, Home Decor, Gifts

508-901-5051 2 Washington Street

Inspired by her sassy grandmother Milly and her sweet grandmother Grace, the owner decided to open a shop with them in mind. Our fabulously feminine boutique has the perfect pieces to make you and your home feel pretty and polished. If you are looking for cute clothes, jazzy jewels, adorable accessories, haute home décor or gorgeous gifts, MILLY & GRACE is the place! www.millyandgrace.com

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Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Mon-Sun. from 10-6 Classic & Updated Clothing for Men, Women, & Children

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Made on Nantucket Open Daily Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts

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508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion.

Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. www.nantucketreds.com

MADE ON NANTUCKET is open for the season at 18 Old South Wharf. Don’t miss the new S&K Collection of vintage bakelite with a contemporary twist! New 2015 artists include Buzz Williams and Andrew Jackson. We also offer paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson, Rod Cole, and Lisa Maxell. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Anne Terry, Kathleen Duncombe, Sarah Hutton, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American Indian jewelry (dead pawn).

Nobby Shop

Miki shows regularly at the Artists Association of Nantucket. To visit her studio, please www.mikilovett.com call 508-332-2553.

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 namebrand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices. Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and yearround. Fax number: 508-228-6568. www.nobbyshop.com

Peter Beaton down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street

508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients (Hillary Clinton, Barbara Bush, Ashley Judd, Martha Stewart, Liv Tyler, Tommy Hilfiger, and more) as it is for its custom fitted straw hats & handbags, classic striped sailor shirts, and signature hatboxes, Peter Beaton proudly offers “all the best for your family—from hat to toe.” Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St. www.peterbeaton.com

Scrub Oak Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.

508-228-2458 10 Straight Wharf

Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature both lesser-known and perennially admired designers such as: Ace&Jig, Matta, Loup Charmant, Isobel & Cleo, TEN, Lauren Manoogian, John Derian, Doug Johnston, Astier de Villatte, A Peace Treaty, Baggu, I. Ronni Kappos, and Jeanne Van Etten. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, artwork

by John Carruthers, and a small selection of furniture from John Derian. www.scruboakstore.com

Art Reproduction, Posters, & Printing The UPS Store

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

THE UPS STORE now makes high quality, full color art reproductions. You’ll hardly tell the difference! The banners and posters they print for you will get your message across—stop in and see their samples! THE UPS STORE also offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. Their professional service and expert advice is unmatched. Also, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

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 Open daily.

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. www.gshill.com

Miki Lovett - Textile & Print Artist Studio by Appointment

508-332-2553 Unique Textile and Print Art and Accessories

Nantucket Artworks Open Daily & Evenings 29 Nantucket Artists - all mediums - endless possibilities!

508-228-6640 31 Centre Street

29 Nantucket artists, all mediums...endless possibilties! We have a good variety of vintage & antique Nantucket maps, as well as the island’s best selection of prints and posters — framed and unframed — you’ll find anywhere! Come early for the best selection. NANTUCKET ARTWORKS, downstairs at 31 Centre Street.

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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 and collectibles are made. Shipping available. www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com

Pete’s Fresh Fish Prints Open Daily - 10% OFF WITH THIS AD! 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 prints, notecards, placemats, coasters, and serving trays. BRING IN THIS AD FOR 10% OFF! www.freshfishprints.com

Philip Bloom Gallery 508-825-5973 Tues.-Sun. 10am-6pm 117 Orange Street Contemporary art, exhibiting work of emerging artists from around the world Philip Bloom Gallery at 117 Orange Street is showcasing contemporary art, exhibiting work of emerging artists from around the world. philipbloomgallery.com

Sosebee Studio & Fine Art Gallery

508-228-0014 20% off select giclees & jewelry 8 Washington St, just a block off Main St! Fine Art, Artisan Jewelry, Hand-Painted Ornaments SOSEBEE STUDIO & FINE ART GALLERY is located at 8 Washington Street, just one block from historic Main street. We feature the work of many award-winning local and regional artists, including the owners and their daughter. Our styles vary from contemporary to traditional but always focus on the beauty of Nantucket. We carry select lines of artisan jewelry, limited edition canvas giclee’s, prints, and beautiful Nantucket ornaments designed by Debbie Sosebee. Our second floor studio is a comfortable working environment where you can sit, watch and talk with an artist at work and have a cup of coffee or cold drink. We hope you will come and visit our gallery to experience the island from an artists’ perspective. Open daily through Columbus Day Weekend, then Fridays and Saturdays. Sale continues! www.sosebeestudio.com

Bike Rentals Cooks Cycle 508-228-0800 Open Daily 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service 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

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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 www.easyridersbikerentals.com convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road.

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

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

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. www.nantucketbikeshop.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals.

508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf

Grandpa Harvey Young started YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP in 1931. He ran the bike rental store down on Steamboat Wharf until 1954, when his son Roger took over. Now the third generation is running the shop. With more than 70 years of experience, YOUNG’s provides you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket Island. They use the best bikes, CANNONDALE and TREK. They are kept clean, safe and well maintained and they are rented to you with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Experience a Nantucket family tradition. YOUNG’s Bicycle Shop, the “Cycle-Logical way” to see Nantucket Island. Watch for the famous sidewalk sign with the revolving wheel. www.youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications CALL NANTUCKET

508-228-9165 ext. 110 The fully searchable Nantucket telephone book for your cell phone The island’s “Little Black Book” Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s telephone book. Know who you’re looking for? Search our White Pages for the number. Not sure who to call? Browse our Yellow Pages to choose the best company to call! Our app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD for iPhones, Android, and tablets.

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Mitchell’s Book Corner Open daily. CLIP the COUPON in this paper Great Fall Reads & more!

508-228-1080 54 Main Street

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for the last 45 years. In addition to the carefully selected stock of titles in all areas, Mitchell’s Book Corner offers the most extensive selection of books available about Nantucket; from the newest Nantucket beach read to whaling and the island’s history to a selection of local authors. Make time to visit the Nantucket Room upstairs at Mitchell’s; the room dedicated to all of these gripping Nantucket reads! Ask about a free gift & autographed books. www.mitchellsbookcorner.com

On This Day in Nantucket History

by Amy Jenness available at Mitchell’s Book Corner and The Whaling Museum Gift Shop Quirky & fascinating stories that shaped this island

Nantucket is much more than beautiful beaches and sailboats. One day at a time, author Amy Jenness offers up quirky and fascinating stories of the people and events that shaped this remote island. On August 11, 1841, Frederick Douglass made his first antislavery speech at the Nantucket Atheneum. The Great Fire of July 13, 1846, devastated the island, forcing residents to rebuild what they lost. On December 5, 1981, a nor’easter stranded nearly two thousand visitors and forced seventeen pilot whales to come ashore. Read a story a day or month at a time. Celebrate an entire year of Nantucket history. ON THIS DAY IN NANTUCKET HISTORY is available for sale at Mitchell’s Book Corner and the Whaling Museum Gift Shop.

Yesterday’s Island CELEBRATING OUR 45th YEAR! Nantucket’s oldest & largest guide

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

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For 45 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter at the top of Nantucket.net www.yesterdaysisland.com

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Buses NRTA

508-228-7025 See ad for times & routes Bus stops at Broad St. & at Washington St. Bus routes thru town & out of town

RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com Service is provided thru October 12 from 7am to 11:30pm - dates and times are route specific - visit our website www.nrtawave.com for complete schedule or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 3 East Chestnut Street, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street. Fares are $1 or $2 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available on any Wave vehicle. Season passes may be purchased at the NRTA office at 3 East Chestnut Street www.nrtawave.com M-F, 8-4.

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. www.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

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. www.nantucketislandrentacar.com

Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental Open daily, year-round We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.

508-228-1227 Nantucket Memorial Airport

NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL has been voted “The Best of Nantucket” in the car rental category each of the last five years. We offer service and value not found elsewhere on the island. Once you become a WINDMILL customer, it’s doubtful you’ll rent from any other company when on Nantucket. Daily, weekly, monthly and extended rates are available. We accept Amex, MC, Visa, Diner’s Club, and Discover. Commercial accounts available to qualified companies. 800-228-1227. www.NantucketAutoRental.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop Open daily Bicycle, Car, & Jeep Rentals; Bicycle Sales & Service

508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf

www.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 “Cycle-Logical Way” to see Nantucket Island. Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals!

Charters - Fishing Albacore

508-228-5074 Private Charters only Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching Slip 1010, Straight Wharf THE ALBACORE is a 35-foot custom Sport Fisherman with large cockpit and walk-in cabin for complete comfort. Capt. Bob DeCosta, a second-generation charter boat captain, has more than 30 years of experience fishing Nantucket waters. We offer a variety of private charters from 2-1/2 hour bluefish trips to full day shark and tuna fishing. Whale watches are also available. Fun for the whole family—young, old, inexperienced, or experienced. All equipment is provided, except for cold drinks and sandwiches. Twoand-a-half-hour, five-hour, and full day trips are available. You’ll be fishing within ten to twenty minutes from the dock. Call for reservations or information, or visit Slip 1010 on Straight Wharf. FISH GUARANTEED or your money back. MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.albacorecharters.com

Charters - Sailing & Boating Endeavor 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

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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 www.endeavorsailing.com information and reservations.

Classes & Workshops Artists Association of Nantucket Classes & Workshops for all ages

508-228-0294 24 Amelia Drive

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Gardner Perry Lane hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, woodcarving, printmaking, textile art and mixed media.

Our instructors are resident artists, AAN artist members and a variety of visiting artists who work in a range of mediums and bring a wealth of talent and experience to the program. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from the novice to advanced nantucketarts.org student and for all ages from three to ninety-three.

Coaching/Consulting Coaching at the Corner

508-332-1505

Thursday morning chats at Mitchell’s Book Corner Life and success skills coaching Get a great start to your Thursday mornings – join Nantucket’s Professional Certified Coach Marsha Egan, PCC, upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner. Discussions start at 8:30 AM sharp and end at 9:30 am. $15 at the door, packages available. The October 8 chat is “How to Masterfully Answer the Impromptu Question.” On October 22, the topic is “ How to Stay Sane when Difficult People Push Your Buttons.” Details at CoachingatTheCorner.com CoachingatTheCorner.com

Confections Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard on Straight Wharf

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for almost 30 years on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year.

Once you have a free sample, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com

Nantucket Candy Company

508-228-0667 Open Daily - BRING IN THE AD IN THIS PAPER FOR 10% OFF Candy, gift baskets, party favors, dessert trays 48 Centre Street

THE NANTUCKET CANDY COMPANY is pleased to be offering many local favorites. They offer all sorts of candies including: homemade turtles, truffles, fudge, chocolate covered cranberries, Jelly Belly jelly beans and many other wonderful candies! Bring in our ad in this paper for 10% off your purchase. www.nantucketcandy.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

nantucketchocolate.com Be sure to visit the famous SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, showcasing unique artisan chocolates freshly created on the premises. The Nantucket Chocolatier has been featured on the Food Network’s “Food Finds” and on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show, awarded “Best of Boston,” “Best of Nantucket,” and Cape Cod’s Best Chocolatier! You must experience the award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle, world-famous Buttercrunch, Coco the Whale™ chocolate truffles, the original and exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates and the new Sea Mist Almonds splashed with sea salt. The Nantucket Chocolatier’s artisan creations make great gifts and are available in limited edition gift tins, including the “Sailor’s Valentine” and “Nantucket Memories.” Don’t miss this Nantucket tradition since 1981 and enjoy a complimentary taste of the best— exclusively at the SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, home of the Nantucket Chocolatier at ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket. Open year-round.

Consignment & Thrift Island Treasures

17B North Beach Street Mon-Fri 10am-5pm + Wed. eve from 6-8; Sat. 10am-2pm New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more

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

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Contests 2016 PHOTO CONTEST 508-228-9165 Deadline September 12, 2016 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554 nantucket.net/photos/contest.php See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net This annual photo contest has been a popular way to share you photos of Nantucket with the world. The 2015 contest has ended—a selection of images will be in our Autumn edition and even more can be seen online at nantucket.net starting October 1.

The 2016 Contest has begun: DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2016. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. You can mail in your prints of Nantucket Island or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution.

Share the Love Wedding Photo Contest 508-228-9165 Share photos of your wedding and win $! Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554 Share photos of your wedding on Nantucket with our readers AND win a cash prize if you get first or second place! You can mail in prints of your wedding pics or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. By entering our contest, you give us permission to publish your photos online at www.NantucketWeddings.com and to use for promotional www.nantucketweddings.com 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.

They offer personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, stamps and metered mail, certified mail, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE now makes high quality, full color banners and posters—stop in and see their samples! And, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Cranberry Products Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 Courtyard on Straight Wharf

Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket chocolate covered cranberries. AUNT LEAH’S Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries, both milk and dark chocolate, are not only delicious, but also are loaded with antioxidants proven to have health benefits! Both these local products make unique wedding favors, gifts for special events, or take-home gifts.

Another unique gourmet candy is her cranberry “bog frogs,” filled with roasted cashews, dried sweetened cranberries smothered with rich caramel and topped with premium milk chocolate. And you’ve got to try her mouth-watering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Cranberry Creations Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

Inspired by the Nantucket Cranberry Harvest, the NANTUCKET CHOCOLATIER created the original and now world-famous Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates. Plump, sweetened cranberries generously covered in premium chocolate create an amazing gourmet taste. These Nantucket Chocolatier original Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates have been featured on Oprah’s “Best Gifts Show” and on the Food Networks’ “Food Finds.” Cranberry Creations™ chocolates are featured in Nantucket-style gift baskets, and the limited edition “Nantucket Seashells” tin. Elegantly gift-boxed, Cranberry Creations™ chocolates also make perfect wedding and party favors. Give a special gift basket filled with unique gourmet gifts including the original Cranberry Caramel Chocolates sprinkled with sea salt, fancy cranberry & nut mixes, Cranberry Caramel Corn, and Nantucket Chocolatier’s award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle. A Nantucket tradition since 1981—come experience it for yourself, and enjoy a complimentary taste of the delectable chocolate. Artisan Chocolates are made on the premises and are available exclusively at Sweet Inspirations, ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket, and NantucketChocolate.com. Open year-round.

Complimentary tastings. nantucketchocolate.com

Furniture & Home Accessories Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture 508-228-1961 Where Home & Garden Meet 9 Wampanoag Way www.arrowheadfurniture.com 20% to 50% off Storewide!

Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K. Diamond’s restaurant, and browse through their wide

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variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com - 20% to 50% OFF storewide!

Gifts Hill’s of Nantucket Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more.

Home Decor & Accessories Milly and Grace

508-228-1353 Daily at 40 Straight Wharf

Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker.

G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband and wife team. Nantucket theme prints and note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a truly one of a kind gift gallery situated on the water at Straight Wharf. www.gshill.com

Made on Nantucket Open Daily Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET has a large selection of gifts from $30 and up. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Anne Terry, The JR Collection, and Amy Burrough. Don’t miss the new S&K Collection of vintage bakelite with a contemporary twist! We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. Now carrying vintage Lucite purses.

508-228-5470 Open Daily 33 Straight Wharf Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs

Visit the NANTUCKET BOAT BASIN AUTHENTIC SHOP and celebrate summer with our limited edition apparel and accessories. We have a variety of island merchandise. We offer the highest quality wearables, headwear, and accessories for visitors, boaters, and islanders. You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. www.nantucketboatbasinshop.com

Nantucket Throw

508-228-0437 Mon-Sun. from 10-6 62 Main Street The Nantucket Throw—carefully crafted and perfect for boat, home, or beach

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. www.nantucketreds.com

Scrub Oak Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.

508-228-2458 10 Straight Wharf

Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature both lesser-known and perennially admired designers such as: Ace&Jig, Matta, Loup Charmant, Isobel & Cleo, TEN, Lauren Manoogian, John Derian, Doug Johnston, Astier de Villatte, A Peace Treaty, Baggu, I. Ronni Kappos, and Jeanne Van Etten. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, artwork

by John Carruthers, and a small selection of furniture from John Derian. www.scruboakstore.com

Signs, Banners, & Posters

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

Nantucket’s UPS STORE now offers high quality, full color banners and posters for your business, event, or party. These stunning reproductions can be up to 44 inches wide! And they can be done on vinyl, canvas, art paper — rolls and single sheets. THE UPS STORE can also assist you with mounting and laminating as well as printing of photos, text, and logos.

Hats Peter Beaton

508-228-8456

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

16.5 Federal Street

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. www.peterbeaton.com

Health Care Nantucket Cottage Hospital

508-825-8100 24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab 57 Prospect St MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000 www.nantuckethospital.org

Since 1911, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island

508-901-5051 2 Washington Street

Open every day, 10 to 6 Clothing, Accessories, Home Decor, Gifts

Inspired by her sassy grandmother Milly and her sweet grandmother Grace, the owner decided to open a shop with them in mind. Our fabulously feminine boutique has the perfect pieces to make you and your home feel pretty and polished. If you are looking for adorable accessories, haute home décor or gorgeous gifts, MILLY & GRACE is the place! www.millyandgrace.com

Ice Skating Nantucket Ice

508-228-2516 Public Skating & Skating Classes & Clinics Backus Ln (off Surfside Rd) Public Skating, Summer Clinics for Kids, & More

NANTUCKET ICE, the Coolest Place to be on Nantucket, is offering a number of fun skating events! Nantucket Ice is a non-profit organization founded in 1995, dedicated to creating a year round healthy recreational environment where Nantucket children, adults, and families can gather to enjoy the sport of Ice Skating. Public skating, Learnto-Skate Classes, Summer Clinics for kids, hockey for all ages. www.nantucketice.org

Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop

Open Monday - Saturday

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

Internet Nantucket.net

508-228-6777

Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket!

Visit NANTUCKET.NET for a beach listing, photo galleries, maps, and guides to lodging, dining, real estate, recreation, and much more! Our Calendar of Events is the most complete and is updated several times a week, year-round. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to www.Nantucket.net.

Jewelry Akimbo Beads & Things Open Mon.-Sat. from 11am to 5:30 pm Nantucket’s New Bead Shop & Classes

508-901-5032 119B Pleasant Street

AKIMBO, Nantucket’s bead shop, has all the supplies you’ll need to create your own beautiful jewelry. You’ll find gemstones and pearls, and beads of glass, ceramic, and metal. Findings include ear wires, clasps, toggles, jump rings, and crimping materials as well as leather, cord, hemp, wire, and ribbon for stringing. Call us to sign up for classes!

We’re open Mon.-Sat. and on Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30 pm, we invite you to join us for Beads Together — bring your friends and create some beautiful jewelry!

Blue Beetle Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227 Open daily at 12 Main Street

Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends and family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main Street is the premier destination on Nantucket for unique jewelry and monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build and design a necklace all your own. Shop year-round in our store or visit us online. www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Clay Twombly 508-332-3407 Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 11am to 5pm upstairs at 2 Union Street Also at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers and Artisans Market 9am-1pm Prayer Beads, Intentional Jewelry, Unique Gifts, & Art Clay’s unique prayer beads and intentional jewelry creations are both sacred and delightful. Also offering small works of original art, reiki-infused candles, smudge, porcelain wares by Nell Van Vorst, Tibetan singing bowls, and other special objects.

Upstairs at 2 Union Street. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11-5, and at the Sustainable Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market Saturdays 9am-1pm through Columbus Day. www.ClayTwombly.com

G. S. Hill Gallery Home of the Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

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.

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2015 photo contest

Laura Rizio

Kathy MacArthur

Leslie Lamon

Ken Willinger

Lane Ehart

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Lori Schectel

Marshall Cohen

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Nicole Ridge

Nick Giannone

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Nicole Sutter

Patrick Williams

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Robert Neuman

Robert Burger

Patty Kimmett

Petulia Celli

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Richard Fitch

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Advertiser Directory 508-228-0229 21 Centre Street

Open daily Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

www.thejewelersgallery.com 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.

Johnstons of Elgin

508-228-5450 4 Federal Street

Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry

johnstonscashmere.com A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.

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... www.mermaids-and-motorcycles.com

Open daily.

American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf

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.

Pageo

508-228-6899 46 Main Street

Open daily with new arrivals!

Nantucket’s award-winning & most sophisticated jewelers

PAGEO offers some of the most unique collections of Fine Jewelry found anywhere.

Come see their exclusive Misani Collection. PAGEO also offers consultations for custom pieces with warm advice from an expert staff. “Like” us on Facebook to get the latest info on special events. www.pageo.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery New season, new look!

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

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. www.susanlisterlocke.com

Movies & Theatre Dreamland Foundation Fun for the Whole Family, Movies & More!

More than just a movie theatre

508-332-4822 17 South Water Street

www.NantucketDreamland.org The Nantucket Dreamland Foundation is dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of digital entertainment and education in one of America’s oldest theaters. On Friday, October 9, hear The Boston Conservatory Stars of Tomorrow perform in The Dreamland.

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Museums & Sites Nantucket Historical Association Your portal to Nantucket history

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

Nantucket Pearl Company

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

508-228-1894 15 Broad Street

No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the new gateway film “Nantucket”, directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. See the Historic Sites page in this publication for a complete listing of NHA sites. www.nha.org

Nursery Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture 508-228-1961 Where Home & Garden Meet 9 Wampanoag Way www.arrowheadnursery.com 20% to 50% off Storewide!

Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more.

Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K. Diamond’s restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. 20% to 50% OFF storewide!

Pets Cold Noses

508-228-5477 Straight Wharf

A special downtown pet boutique

COLD NOSES offers a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature eight different designs, including the new Nantucket Anchor. Unique hand-painted wooden ornaments showcase your favorite dog breed and iconic Nantucket sights. Conveniently located on Straight Wharf, stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or special something for a pet or pet person. www.coldnoses.net

Geronimo’s Open year-round Monday-Saturday Pet supplies and gifts: “We’re more than just pet food”

508-228-3731 119 Pleasant Street

www.geronimos.com Convenient mid-island location. GERONIMO’S complete selection of pet supplies and accessories includes collars, toys, treats & items made exclusively for our shop. We specialize in dog, cat, bird, and small animal food and supplies with a wide variety of feeders and seed for wild birds. We also have unique gifts for your favorite pet person.

Kozy K-9 Dog Care kozyk-9dogcare@hotmail.com

508-208-7996 Where your dog’s needs are the first priority.

Let Kozy K-9’s caring staff make your dog’s needs the first priority. Providing overnight dog care when you are away and dog walking or house visits when your schedule is busy.

Shoes & Handbags Island Cashmere Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

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

Johnstons of Elgin Cashmere Knitwear & Accessories Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry

508-228-5450 4 Federal Street

A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings. johnstonscashmere.com

Murray’s Toggery Shop Mon-Sun. from 10-6 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion.

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Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. www.nantucketreds.com

Special Concerts NCMC/Nantucket School of Music 24th Annual Pipe Organ Crawl Musicians play six historic pipe organs

508-228-3352 Oct. 10 from 9:15 am to 1 pm

Special Events Annual Cranberry Festival

508-228-2884 Saturday, October 10 from 11 am to 4 pm

Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s annual CRANBERRY FESTIVAL - A celebration of the cranberry harvest - a day of community fun for the whole family with bog tours, hay rides, sheep shearing demonstrations, herding dog demonstration, events & games for kids, live music, BBQ by B-ACK Yard BBQ, food, fresh cranberries and cranberry products. Parking is $15 per car, admission is free. 11 am – 4 pm. Milestone Cranberry Bog 220 Milestone Road. The festival is rain or shine. www.nantucketconservation.org

Nantucket Arts Week October 2 to 11 “Art of the See”

A variety of arts events around Nantucket

This year’s Nantucket Arts Festival, from Friday October 2 - Sunday, October 11, features an art exhibit of works by more than 50 local artists, concerts of classical, folk and popular music, plays, lectures and readings, and new films by and about Nantucketers.

Produced by Nantucket Arts Council, the island’s leading arts advocacy organization since 1973, the festival includes amateur and professional artists from Nantucket and beyond. This year’s festival theme, “Art of the See,” is to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully for its intentional double meaning.

Sunglasses Summer Shades Open daily The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

Tours - Walking 508-422-7466 Nantucket Walkabout www.nantucketwalkabout.com 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. Get more information and reservations at www.nantucketwalkabout.com

Nantucket Walking Tours

On Saturday, October 10, Nantucket Community Music Center presents the 24th Annual Pipe Organ Crawl. Starting at 9:15 am at St. Mary’s at 3 Federal Street, local and guest musicians will play six of the island’s historic pipe organs, all in Nantucket churches. See display ad for full schedule. This event is free, but donations are gratefully accepted for the benefit of NCMC and to maintain these priceless organs. nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org

Milestone Cranberry Bog 220 Milestone Road

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

508-332-0953

See Calendar of Events for Tours & Times Voted “Best of Nantucket” 3 years in a row The 2-time runner-up in the the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl and the most experienced walking tour guide on Nantucket is your guide for a wide array of informative and exciting tours: Fifty Shades of Fabulous: the Story of Nantucket, Into the Heart of the Seas: the History of Nantucket Whaling, Great Writers on Nantucket, Notorious Nantucket, Nantucket’s Historic Mansions, and the Original Nantucket Ghost Walk (since 1998, the most popular walking tour on Nantucket). Group rates are available.

See the Events Calendar in this issue for dates, times & details.

Tours by Bike Nantucket Bike Tours 508-825-5362 Leaving Daily at 10:30 am & 2 pm 31 Washington Street Voted #1 on Trip Advisor’s “Outdoor Activities” on Nantucket Join us on a Nantucket Bike Tour as we pedal you through town center, around various historical locations, and even out to Cisco Brewery! Our tours are a comfortable and active way to experience the highlights of Nantucket. We provide the bikes, helmets, water bottles, and interactive, passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Please book your tour in advance or call us to learn about our custom tours. nantucketbybike.com

Transportation Boat Hy-Line Cruises Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis

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. www.hy-linecruises.com

Steamship Authority Reservations: Daily: 7:30am - 4pm

508-228-0262 1 Steamboat Wharf

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

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

Tours - Beach

Weddings

Great Point Natural History Tour Leaving daily at 9am and 1pm Tours offered through October 12

508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join our naturalist guide on an over-sand vehicle Natural History Tour through CoskataCoatue 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 through October 12, 2015. www.thetrustees.org/ccwr

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.

Nantucket Weddings

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Vol. 45 No. 21 • Our 45th Season!

Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 47

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 10 to 10:30 AM - Babies Into Books Limited to first 10 babies + caregivers. Atheneum, 1 India St. 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Storytime for Toddlers Limited to first 15 toddlers+caregivers. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India St. 11 to 11:30 AM - Free Storytime for Ages 3+ Limited to first 20 attendees. Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street.

11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 12 to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “Community Building: Burning Man and Nantucket” with Sarah Boyce & Chip Webste. Bring a lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For age 4 through grade 5 on Thursdays, 1 Backus Lane.

4 to 7 PM - Historic Picture Puzzle Blocks Use historic images to design block picture puzzles on wood. $75; preregistration required, call 508-228-1894.

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

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pilsner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Performs Live Live music at Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

5 to 6 PM - Halloween Party & Haunted House for Kids The Nantucket Boys & Girls Club is partnering with the Nantucket Fire Dept. to host haunted house, games, & other activities at the club, 61 Sparks Ave. From 5-6pm, young kids with a lower tolerance for spookiness will be accommodated. From 6-8pm the fear factor will be amped up for older kids. Admission is free for all but all children must be accompanied by adults (no drop offs). No regular club hours tonight.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 7 to 8 PM - Free Teen Movie Night for Ages 12-18 Popcorn, candy, & beverages served Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 10 PM - Halloween Fetish Party at The Rose & Crown Come in costume and dance the night away. Prizes for best costumes in several categories. The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 6:45 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina A basket of 16 jumbo wings for $9.95; half for $5.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy & Broad sts.

9 to 10 AM - Yoga at Greater Light with Dorothy Stover All skill levels welcome; space very limited. 8 Howard St. Register at nha.org or 508-228-1894. $20.

11 AM to 4 PM - Whaling Museum Is Open Fall hours for the Nantucket Island Whaling Museum are 11 am to 4 pm

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on Saturdays and Sundays. 13 Broad Street.

1:30 PM - Live Music Cisco Brewers, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

4 PM - Annual Halloween Parade Kids & adults gather in costume for some in-town treats. Halloween costume judging at 4:30 pm in the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. Kids get ribbons & goodie bags. Begins in front of the Methodist Church.

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

5:30 to 10 PM - Halloween at Fifty-Six Fun at Fifty-Six! Costumes encouraged, even during dinner service.

Bar opens at 5pm; dinner service from 5:30 pm. 508-228-6135.

7 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route Nantucket’s oldest Ghost Walk features 5 haunted spots. Led by original guide: 1 mi., 80 min. $20. $15 for 65+ & Teens.$5 Age 7-12. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts, by bank, 10 min. early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Brian DJ Brian at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course!

Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Proprietors Featuring global cuisine and local ingredients. Reservations at 508228-7477, 9 India Street.

11 AM to 4 PM - Whaling Museum Is Open Fall hours for the Nantucket Island Whaling Museum are 11 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. 13 Broad Street.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together.

6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 12 to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “Painting, Patters and Design” with artist Audrey Sterk. Bring your brown bag lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For age 4 through grade 5 on Thursdays, 1 Backus Lane.

5 to 7 PM - Wine Club: Monthly Pick-Up Party Sample 4 wines featured in our Wine Club selections–Village & Premier Cru-- new hand-selected discoveries. New members welcome. Épernay. 1 N Beach St. Parking in Back. epernaywines.com. 508.228.2755 5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pilsner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495. continued on page 62

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5,

CONT.

10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails and live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. The Breeze, 77 Easton Street. Reservations: 508-228-4730.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 11 AM to 4 PM - Whaling Museum Is Open Fall hours for the Nantucket Island Whaling Museum are 11 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. 13 Broad Street.

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

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

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course! Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 4 PM - Whaling Museum Is Open Fall hours for the Nantucket Island Whaling Museum are 11 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. 13 Broad Street.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Soup & Sandwich + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 3:30 to 5:30 PM - Bead Together Meet your friends at Akimbo Beads & Things, 119B Pleasant St. and create beautiful jewelry together.

6 to 9 PM - Tuesday Rib Night at Atlas Dry rubbed, smoked, wet sauced, & grilled: $1.50 per rib & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fajita Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 6 to 9 PM - Wednesday Wing Night at Atlas Hot Sauced, grilled with house made blue cheese: $1 a wing & $5 Dos XX Draft at Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant Street. 508-825-5495.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Taco Bar + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 12 to 1 PM - “Food for Thought” Free Noontime Lecture “Sconset Cottages” with Michael May. Bring your brown bag lunch. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3:50 PM - Free After School Skating at Nantucket Ice For age 4 through grade 5 on Thursdays, 1 Backus Lane.

5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

6 to 9 PM - Burgers & Beers Night at Atlas “Triple B” Burger: bison, beef, & bacon w/roasted potatoes & bohemia pil-

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

sner $16. Atlas BBQ & Fish House, 130 Pleasant St. 508-825-5495.

10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Fish Fry (Grilled Sword & Fried Pollock) + Nachos, Pizza & Salad Bar. Easy Street Cantina, corner of Easy St. & Broad St. 508-228-5418 4 PM - Roast Chicken Special Whole chicken + 2 sides. $14.99. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 5 to 7 PM - Live Music by Sean Lee at Breeze Cafe Enjoy cocktails & live music with a duo act, headlined by Sean Lee. Held at The Breeze, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 11 AM to 4 PM - Whaling Museum Is Open Fall hours for the Nantucket Island Whaling Museum are 11 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. 13 Broad Street.

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

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

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 6 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Enjoy breakfast at the Downyflake, featuring a variety of Eggs Benedict, freshly squeezed OJ, & other specials. 18 Sparks Avenue.

10:30 AM to 3 PM - Sunday Brunch Eggs Benny, our Famous Bloody Mary’s & a view of the Golf Course! Held at The Restaurant at Miacomet, 12 West Miacomet Road!

11 AM to 4 PM - NHA Free Diversity Festival Nantucket Historical Assoc. Diversity Festival brings together the island’s cultural communities in a free day of celebration at the Whaling Museum with specialized programming for non-native English speakers. Throughout this festive day, the NHA will offer museum tours led by community volunteers in languages such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, Bulgarian, Thai, and more, along with instruction for an array of family arts and crafts activities in multiple languages. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

4 to 5 PM - NCMC Ensemble Concert Enjoy acappella and accompanied world, folk, and popular contemporary music scored for women’s voices. Barbara Elder conducts. Tickets $15. St. Paul’s Church at 20 Fair Street.

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Vol. 45 No. 21 • Our 45th Season!

Oct. 1 - Nov. 18, 2015

As the Seasons Change, So do Our Clothes.

Come in and Check out our Fall Lines of Classic & Updated Clothing.

Murray’s…

THE SHOP FOR MEN THE SHOP FOR WOMEN

• Balloon Boy • Duckhead • Bonobos • Castaway Nantucket Island • Berle • Bills Khakis • New England Shirt Company • Gitman • Corbin • Johnnie O • Lacoste • Pendleton • York River Traders • Smart Turnout • Shetland Woolen Co. • Southern Tide • Rainforest • Vineyard Vines • Homard • Viyella • Embroidered Pants and Shorts

EXCLUSIVE!

Peter Millar Crown Shop • Murray’s Crest ‐ Made in the USA

DESIGNER SPORTSWEAR

• Parlour • Peter Millar • Polo by Ralph Lauren

TOILETRIES & ACCESSORIES

• Calvin Klein • Cole Haan • Jockey • Lacoste • Leatherman • Camp Hero • Healgoods • Polo • Preston Leather • Royall • Sailormade • Smathers & Branson • Randolph • Thomas Bates • Truefit & Hill • Vineyard Vines • YRI • cufflinks

FOUL WEATHER GEAR

• Survivalon • Sperry Topsider • Henri Lloyd • Barbour • Atlantis • Vineyard Vines

THE SHOP FOR MEN’S & WOMEN’S SHOES

•Uggs • Totes • Birkenstock • Keds • Bass • Dansko • Aerosoles • Salomon • Ecco • Sperry Topsider • Timberland • Cole‐Haan • Adidas • Tretorn • Van Eli • Jack Rogers • Ryka • Olukai • Nantucket Red • Alden • Nike • Mephisto • E. Michaels • Ahnu • Ana‐Tech • Eliza B thongs • Saucony • Vineyard Vines flip‐flops • Superga • Chinese Laundry • Cobb Hill • Dr. Scholl’s

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING ON THE

SECOND FLOOR

• Hartstrings • Vineyard Vines • Speedo • Lacoste • Polo Ralph Lauren • Castaway • Nantucket Island • Glouchester Knits • Johnnie O • St. James • Just Madras • Mallory May • Hatley

Voted ‘Best of Nantucket’ for Men’s Clothing, Women’s Shoes…

MURRAY’S is the Quintessential Nantucket Clothing Store

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• Lamora • Cashmeres • PBJ • Castaway Nantucket Island • Embroidered Pants & Skirts • Jag • Saucony Sportswear • Leon Levin • Nantucket Reds™ • Foxcroft • Silk Jackets & Pants • Not Your Daughter’s Jeans • Pendleton • Three Dots • Tunics

70 TRH

YEAR !

DESIGNER SPORTSWEAR & DRESSES

• Barbour • Comfy USA • Lisette • Cashmere Ponchos • Mycra Pac • St. James • Trimdin Jackets • Donna Morgan • Dizzy Lizzie • Vineyard Vines • Tracy Negosian

LINGERIE & NIGHTWEAR

• Anne Klein • Calvin Klein • Coobie • Eileen West • Jockey • Carole Hochman • Martha M • Hanky Panky • Spanx • Ralph Lauren• Jane & Bleeker ST.

ACCESSORIES

• Cole Haan • Dooney & Bourke • Eric Javits Hats & Bags • Estée Lauder • Brahmin • Socks • Headbands • Congress Cards • Swanky • Spartina • Nantucket Throw • Polo • Key Rings • Nantucket Canvas Bags • Sunglasses • Sterling & 14k Jewelry • Vera Bradley Bags • Nantucket Gifts • Island fold‐up tote • evening bags • Kiel James Patrick • Farnum Baskets • costume jewelry • Nantucket jewelry • designer nautical belts

WORLD FAMOUS NANTUCKET REDS™ TRADITIONAL, ORIGINAL, AUTHENTIC

Our Nantucket Reds Collection is made of 100% cotton that softens and fades to pink with repeated washings. • Children’s pants, shorts, overalls, jumpers, polos, and tees Women’s capris, skirts • Men’s & Women’s shirts, pants, shorts, baseball caps, crew hats, t‐shirts, sweaters, socks, jackets, visors, watchbands, sweatshirts, fleece vests, chef’s aprons, luggage • Fleece dog jackets • The Nantucket Reds Watch • Layette in 100% cotton • Clutch bag • Nantucket Reds tote bags • Butter Fleece Full Zip Jacket

End of Summer Sale on Clothes & Shoes continues with new low prices!

Murray’s Toggery Shop

62 Main St • 508-228-0437 • (800) 368-2134 • www.nantucketreds.com Open Monday‐Saturday from 10 am‐5:30 pm, Sunday from 10 am‐5pm All Credit Cards Welcome • Open year-round

Select jewelry on sale!