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A New Approach for Library Services
Staff of the Nantucket Atheneum are very eager to get books back in your hands, and starting June 8, this will begin to happen. During Phase 1 of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ opening schedule, the Atheneum has been completing some necessary maintenance and preparing the front entrance for curbside service. During the first week of June, select staff will begin the process of quarantining and cleaning materials for check-out. Their Wi-Fi signal will be “ON� outside the building, providing internet access for people with smartphones, tablets, and laptops. CLAMS interlibrary loans have not begun again yet, but patrons will soon be able to access the Atheneum’s physical as well as digital collection by requesting physical items in two ways. The preferred method is to request items from your online account at encore.clamsnet.org. Patrons may also call the Atheneum Monday through Friday from 10 am to 2 pm at 508-228-1110, ext. 101 to make requests. Atheneum staff can also provide recommendations based on your preferences. The Atheneum will locate, clean, and wrap requests and place these at the front door (this may take up to 24 hours). The Atheneum will contact patrons by phone when an item is ready to be picked up at the main library entrance. Please wear a mask and enter one at a time. Patron’s first name and first initial of surname will be written on the package. Staff members and volunteers may be able to deliver an item to a patron who is at least 65 years old and cannot come to the Atheneum: this service must be requested. If Phase 2, when patrons in limited numbers could enter the building, might start in mid-July. But, if this phase is delayed due to a second wave of COVID-19 infections on the island, the Nantucket Atheneum will announce measures on their website: nantucketatheneum.org.
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Tight Lines and Good Times
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by C. Oscar Olson If there are plenty of fish in the sea, then Nantucket is the place to catch them. Whether you’re on the water or at its edge, wetting a line is a wonderful way to relax, contemplate, and, if you’re lucky, feed your family and friends. Our waters are home to a myriad of species like fluke, bluefish, black bass, bonito, but the draw for most anglers on this island is the striped bass. Stripers, as they are commonly known, reproduce in the warmer waters of the Chesapeake and Hudson bays. In spring, they head north for richer seas. This annual migration brings them as far as Maine, but their abundance in our waters is certainly something special. Pollution in the warmer waters of the south brought the species close to extinction just 40 years ago, but, thanks to environmental measures and catch-and-release practices, they have been brought back in abundance. Though the fish are there to catch all summer and beyond, their around-theclock feeding during late May and June makes for the most fun and effective fishing. Angling for striped bass is different depending on where you are; no two coasts are the same. But Nantucket, with its shallow, sandy, consistently rockfree shore, is arguably the most fun. Like the rest of us, fish prefer an easy meal. Our shallow coastal waters provide the ideal habitat for a variety of feeder fish, meaning fishermen can find a catch on virtually every inch of shore around the island. There are lots of ways to reel them in, and it mostly comes down to a combination of preference and location. Since our waters are relatively shallow, lightweight lures for top water fishing are a popular option. Plugs and spoons are most common, both mimicking the way a feeder fish swims through the surf. Nantucket fisherman also love sluggos, bombers, spooks, and poppers; the list is certainly long. Since striped bass are always on the move, constant casting tends to work best. Bigger fish, having spent more seasons in the sea, are smarter and more elusive. Going after these often calls for baited hooks and weighted lines, driving it to deeper depths where opportunity waits in the dark ocean. Popular baits for this method include eels, sandworms, herring, clams, and the stripers’ favorite food: squid. Across the world, squid is one of the most used baits for saltwater fishing. It seems that just about every sport fish in the ocean, from flounder to tuna, has a very hard time resisting a snack of squid. Their migration is in line with the striper, moving in schools of hundreds like a pack of wolves on the hunt. And that striper you’re after is never too far behind. Fortunately for those of us who don’t own a boat, a walk down Straight Wharf will bring you to several charter boats for hire. These knowledgable captains will take you to the best spots around the island and provide all the guidance you might need. Catches are often guaranteed, and once back on land they’ll clean and fillet the fish for you.
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ISLAND MEMORIES: NANTUCKET IN 1970
A Great Place to Grow Up a reminiscence by Steve Tornovish
r ou or f g Lookin ? ar d n e l Events Ca Since most events have been cancelled or moved to a virtual format, we chose not to print them in this issue. You can find a list of updated events on Nantucket.net...virtual wine tastings, classes, yoga, discussions, and more all from the comfort of your home.
Growing up on Nantucket in the 1970s – where to start? Let’s do it the way most great stories began… Once upon a time, the whole of Dionis Beach was open, I swear. And that’s where all of us islanders would go. Every nice weekend in the summer, hundreds of Nantucket families would congregate out there. Cars filled the beach. Tires would be deflated in the adjacent parking lots – a process that seemed to take forever when I was a kid. We kids tried to stay on our best behavior throughout the process, hoping to get to ride on the truck tailgate up and over the dunes as a reward. That was every bit as exciting as if we were on an E ticket ride at Disneyworld, the 70s dream vacation. Four-wheel-drive vehicles lined the areas near the dunes. Parents would drink beer and pitch horseshoes, yelling at discourteous drivers to slow down - “What the hell’s wrong with you? Don’t you see all the kids?” Oh yeah, there were kids all over the place on that beach. I was an eightyear-old when Nantucket stumbled into the 1970s. My siblings and I spent many summer hours on that beach known as 40th Pole. We splashed around in the calm waters of Nantucket’s north shore, playing with our friends, snorkeling, and enduring the occasional toe pinch from a frightened crab. Charcoal grills burned for hours. Burgers and dogs kept us going, along with generic soda purchased from either the Finast supermarket (out of town and yes, that’s the proper spelling) or the A&P. Small boats with outboard motors were tethered close to the beach by small anchors. Sunburns happened, fish were occasionally caught. We all survived, in spite of the lack of regulations... You could drive for miles on that beach back then. There were no fences to keep people out of the privately owned areas. Yes, we had wealthy folks who owned large tracts of land back then, too, but the relationship between the big boys and the locals was different. It’s what long-time trades service people refer to as the difference between old money and new. In the 70s, there was a much greater mutual respect, perhaps based upon some unspoken agreement that went a bit like this: “Look, mister, we’re on this island all year. You’re only here for two or three months at the most. Let’s just treat each other with respect, shall we?” Men were different back then. Most of them had been in the service and therefore had a deeper understanding about some basic common denominators. Thus, the respect for your fellow man was a more abundant commodity. Of all of the things that have changed between the 70s and the present, this is one of the least talked about, but perhaps the most profound. Small quality of life improvements for Nantucket residents happened in the 70s. The Steamship Authority began to run boats out of Hyannis at some point in the mid 70s, shaving about 45 minutes off of the trip to and from the mainland. Hyannis was a metropolis compared to Falmouth / Wood’s Hole. Hyannis had a continued on page 17
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Orchids of Nantucket by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois
Director of Research & Education at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation Did you know that Nantucket has (or had at one point) more than 15 species of wild orchids? When asked, most people probably think about tropical climates, humid greenhouses, and the fragile house plant. With few exceptions, our native orchids may not be as showy as the tropical orchids of the florist trade. However, like many on Nantucket, they are a much hardier lot. Our native orchids are remarkable for their diversity and their adaptations. Almost all of our orchids are rare and confined to specialized habitats. For some of our native orchids, these specialized habitats have meant a rarity or potential extirpation from the island. There are some species, however, that are still locally common enough that you may be able to catch a glimpse of one of these special native plants. People all around the island have been remarking on, photographing, and sharing sightings of native orchids lately. What makes a plant an orchid? Members of the family Orchidaceae are all perennial herbs which feature unusual bilaterally symmetric flowers with three petals and three sepals. Two of the petals are lateral and one forms the lower “lip.” They have masses of pollen known as pollinia, and tiny, dust-like seeds. The unique flower shapes (looking like insects and birds) as well as colors have made them prized in the floral trade throughout the world. On Nantucket, our most popular (or the one seen the most) is the pink ladyslipper orchid (Cypripedium acaule) which is hard to miss when in bloom as it is on-island right now. As the name suggests, the lower section of the orchid flower, the lip, forms an inflated pouch with a cleft in the center. The pink to white coloring of this pouch causes it to resemble a ballet slipper. This orchid is locally common, with each plant growing a single flower. These individual flowers tend to grow in clusters, so where you see one, you may see several. Off-island, the pink lady slipper is considered a woodland plant. On Nantucket, it occurs in more diverse habitats - the heathlands of Head of the Plains, continued on page 18
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June Is for the Rose by Greyson Keller
June is alive, June is here. Happy Memorial Day! Crack a beer. The solstice is upon us, With late nights and early mornings. The candle burns at both ends, For long awaited dividends. We’re all in this together, I’ll be the wind at your back. A reopening is needed, With Baker at quarterback. Although the streets are less full, And the bandhouse is empty, Some things feel right, The lighthouse spins steadily. The Stripers are arriving, And the fog horn blows Flowers are in bloom, But June, June is for the Rose. Nantucket is known for its roses, particularly in the town of ‘Sconset...such quaint, squinting faces, smiling as you stroll past. This season, we might be greeted by the roses more often than our usual annual visitors. As with people, roses can be a bit thorny, but give them a chance and you’ll see that the more attention you pay, the more sunsets you spend, a “New Dawn’ will rise. Roses can be a complicated and unforgiving challenge, but when done right, there is no better reward. Whether it be heirloom roses or hybrid tea, one thing holds true, you’ll need sunlight. A south-facing wall is ideal. If it’s a climber you had in mind, it would be nice to have a trellis, too. You will also want free-draining soil, with plenty of nutrients. Roses can be hungry. This week’s column will take you through the process of selecting, planting, pruning and, of course, enjoying your roses. Garden centers are some of my favorite places on Earth. I love the smell and the optimistic feeling as you walk through those automated doors. The scent of last year’s fertilizer and this year’s tropical hiatus waft ceremoniously in the air. There is inevitably a rose section with displays of climbers who have just triumphantly completed their solo up the south face of an arbor, along with a hoity-toity section of David Austin’s best. When selecting your rose, think about what you want from it. Do you need to soften a wall with too many shingles? Are you looking for a hydrangea substitute for just under your first floor windows? Maybe there is an area of wild perimeter that could use an unabridged rambler? Whatever the circumstance might be, you’ll want to have a plan in mind. Let’s talk about prepping your planting site.
Regardless of the type of soil you have, you’ll want to dig a hole at least twice the size of the rose you’re planting. Add your amendments, like cow manure, compost, bone meal, or Espoma’s Rose~Tone. I like to use compost and Rose~Tone. If I use bone meal, my dog will surely sniff it out and decide it’s best to dig up whatever I just planted. Chop and mix it all up like you’re prepping a cake batter. You don’t want this hole to be a haven of rich, decadent soil, surrounded by whatever the rest of your garden is composed of. You’ll want to mix in some lesser-quality soil so there is a gradual change as the roots move from the initial planting site. If you don’t take this step seriously, the roots of your roses will live a short and lavish life inside of the little amended bubble of nutrients you started it off with. It’ll be the princess rose who never found her prince. The roots will soon become bound, and the rose will suffer. You want the roots to travel to find more water, more food, sending them deep into the subsoil. Once your hole is dug and the site is prepped, it is time to plant your rose. Always make sure that you’re not planting too deep. You want the knuckle of the rose to be just above ground level. If you’re planting a bare root rose, it helps to start off too deep, then backfill, shimmy up, backfill, shimmy up, backfill until the desired height is reached. If you’re planting many roses in an area, be sure not to plant them too densely. There’s an old timer’s rule of thumb that your spacing should be two thirds the expected height your rose will grow. I find this to be true for shrub roses and most hybrid teas, but not as true for a climber. Before you plant, throw a 16-penny nail along with a handful of freshly caught scallop shells into the hole. Not only does that match the soul and grit of true Nantucketers, but the rose will appreciate the iron and calcium, too. On to pruning. There is really only one time per year that you should dive in and do a heavy-handed prune on your roses, and that is in the spring, after the worst of the nor’easters but before too much growth is underway. You’ll want to remove any dead or diseased stalks and tie any unruly, but healthy canes as necessary. As with our children, the goal is to nudge them in the right direction. The second time we prune our roses is right after the fourth of July. THIS IS NOT LAW. In fact, none of this is law. We’re dealing with Mother Nature so you have to be flexible. This has been a particularly cold spring, things might be delayed. Ultimately, when your rose has completed it’s glorious and awe-inspiring show, you can deadhead. I’ve always been taught to prune to the closest five leaves. That works pretty well for shrub roses, hybrid teas, and even wild ramblers. But for climbers, I find it best to prune roughly six- to eight inches off the trellis, keeping in mind the five-leaf idea. Sometimes, climbers will send out these gorgeous, vibrant canes with no flowers on them. When you see one of these canes, look up to the sky, and do a little rose jig as thanks. Take this cane and train/tie into your trellis as horizontally as possible. The more horizontal a cane, the more potential for blooms in the following season. Once this midsummer deadheading is complete, it's prudent to feed your continued on page 15
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Sound of Silence
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by Robert P. Barsanti
On Saturday afternoons, I have been driving around the island and taking pictures. While the weather continues to be stuck in a damp June-uary, the season has begun. I drove down to Straight Wharf to photograph the boat basin, then out to Cisco Brewers, Cisco Beach, and then back to the head of Main Street. At nine o’clock, in May, with trees laden with leaves, cherry blossoms clustered, and absolutely no cars. Aside from people like me, memorializing the absence and remarking at the silence. I like to go on tours of destruction. I helped empty the house in Sconset before the ocean pulled it out to sea in the No Name Storm. I drove through snow tunnels to get to Bartlett’s Farm. I watched the hurricane waves batter Nobadeer and the ice creep up Jetties beach. At one point, a woman in my life refused go on tour because she was afraid that the signs would blow out of the ground and hit us. She wasn’t far from wrong. Nantucket is often wracked by storms. Jim Cantore is our patron saint. However, the storms chew up the beach, wash a house or two out to sea, or knock down a few trees. We stay inside, hope the power stays on, and watch the show. Eventually, the storm ends, the sun comes out, and peace is restored. Yet, the picture of a deserted Main Street in May may be more destructive than all of the other storms. The glare from the streetlights lights a path up the cobblestones. The moon appears, briefly, over the Pacific Club. The bricks echo no footsteps, the shop doors don’t open, and the windows don’t glow. A lot of rent is being skipped, a lot of credit lines are being extended and a lot of very fancy dresses and blouses are fading in the window. I sat in one of the benches at the head of Main Street and waited for a car to pass. Counted to one hundred, then started again. It’s hard to hear the sound of victory. Silence does not sound like winning. When your livelihood is tied up in having the cars driving up and down Main Street, the quiet hits you hard in the wallet. You can’t believe it. May looks like May always looks: cold, wet, and miserable. Since you can’t see the enemy, it’s hard to take it seriously. If we had been struck by aliens, or attacked by Russians, we could see them in front of us. If global warming sent us a hurricane or a blizzard, it would stomping over the horizon. Then we would take our beating. The enemy slips among us, leap frogging from cough to cough. On Nantucket, we won the first battle of this long war. Only one person on Nantucket has died from the virus. There was no beating to justify our precautions; our fears and our horrors did not come to pass. Instead, good sense, neighborly care, and social distance have brought us a tremendous victory that communities across
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An all-star slate of luminaries who personify creativity and passion will come to your home this July when Alessandra Branca, Meg Braff, Richard Keith Langham, Young Huh, and Ellen Fisher are the featured speakers for 2020’s Nantucket by Design. The Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is excited to announce the reformulation of its major summer fundraiser, Nantucket by Design into a virtual event from July 30 to August 1, 2020. In its fifth year, Nantucket by Design celebrates the island's unique influence on American Design. Now open to a global audience, this year’s phenomenon brings together the world’s top talent in interior design and will offer curated lectures, discussion panels, house tours, an in-depth look into the NHA archives, and the imaginative work of New York School of Interior Design (NYSID) students as they bring modern day life into NHA historical properties. Participants will enjoy virtual private dinners, a Night at the Museum virtual dance party, and The Nantucket Summer Antiques Show all through live-streaming platforms. Most importantly, this year’s event will deliver an exclusive Nantucket experience no matter where you may be, and provide the vital funding for the NHA to continue its steadfast commitment to steward and preserve the heritage of Nantucket. “We are so looking forward to celebrating the special place that Nantucket holds for all of us with the unique programs we have developed for this year,” says Chair Kelly Williams. “Our beautiful island provides solace and comfort in so many ways, and so, it is appropriate that we had chosen the theme of ‘Sanctuary’ for this year’s Nantucket by Design, well before we had any inkling of what was to come. Like so many other organizations, we are working hard to develop an engaging and inspiring event series while, at the same time, keeping safety paramount.” Nantucket by Design begins with a highly anticipated event of the summer, continued on page 28
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Tight Lines and Good Times from page 5
If you came empty-handed or need something new, there are a few fishing supply shops here that are always happy to help. Whether it’s a rod or a reel, hooks, lures, or repairs, there are lots of options to get set up for success on the water. Captain Corey Gammill, owner of Bill Fisher Tackle, has seen a significant boom in recent weeks: “People are obviously looking to find new activities and we love it. Nantucket has a history of being a fishing village, and it is so wonderful to see people want to enjoy the amazing resources that Nantucket offers.” Of course, there’s more to a good day on the water than just having the right equipment. One of the biggest secrets to success is to go often and vary your approach. Gammill urges that anglers need to put their time in. “I say often that fishing is a sum of your experiences. You can't go once and expect to have the best day ever, like everything else, you must put your time in. Learn the patterns and discover the opportunities. As so many have recognized, if you do, the reward is far greater than the fish.” Instead of just planting your feet in the sand and casting, five minutes of studying and planning can yield tremendous results. Gammill stresses the importance of movement: “You should cast and walk, cast and walk. Before you know it you will cover a lot of water.” Keep your eyes on the water for signs of bottom contours that might be holding bait. Groups of sea birds can also help be your guide to a goldmine.” As with all tackle shops on the island, the most valuable thing provided is free: advice. “At Bill Fishers, we pride ourselves on helping anglers find fish and optimize their opportunities. We do offer weekly fish reports that people can sign up for on our website billfisher.com, or just stop in the shop and get advice in person.” If you do choose to keep your catch, there are a few things to keep in mind. Anglers are only allowed one fish per day, and it must be at least 28” long but less than 35”. Measure the fish with its mouth closed from the tip of the jaw to the end of the tail. It is unlawful to discard a legal striped bass once dispatched or to
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keep a fish alive in the water or a well, and all fish must be caught within three miles of the shoreline. Stripers are as fun to catch as they are delicious to eat. The meat is a happy medium between firm and flaky, somewhere in the middle of cod and swordfish. It’s perfect on the grill or in the pan, oven-baked, deep fried, or poached. There’s really no wrong way to do it. I love it blackened with cajun spices and a solid sear that gives way to the wonderful white flesh. A squeeze of lemon really sets it off. This past Sunday, May 31, the stroke of midnight marked the final day of the fourth annual Spring Sea Run Opener, founded and directed by Rafael D. Osona, this is Nantucket’s only charitable catch and release Striped Bass tournament. More than just for the fish, the focus of this tournament is getting outside and enjoying the island all while raising money and giving back to local charities and non-profits. New this year was the addition of Junior Division to the competition. With the support of local sponsors, anglers under the age of 18 were invited to join in on the fun for free. The tournament kicked off on May 1st at 12:01 am, and for just $25 all were welcome to join in on the competition and win one of several prizes, including first sea run striped bass, first “keeper” bass, shortest bass, and of course the largest bass of the tournament. All proceeds went to benefit a number of Nantucket charites, and once again our island’s fishing community came together in a meaningful way. For more information on the tournament and to see this years winners, visit springsearunopener.com Before wetting a line, freshen up on all state and local rules and regulations. And be sure that your saltwater fishing permit is current and valid. If you don’t have one, head over to www.ma.wildlifelicense.com to get one today. It’s easy, fast, the cost is only $10 dollars, and all of it goes to supporting and protecting our local fisheries.
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roses. I like to use either Neptune’s Harvest fish emulsion or the tried and true Rose~Tone from Espoma. Now, we wait. We wait until September, my personal favorite month on our little spit of sand. We will slowly, but surely see a second bloom. Not as Charlie Parker on a Saturday night in June type showing, but more of a Yo-Yo Ma String Quartet in the Atheneum park type of bloom. Both are beautiful and appreciated appropriately for the time of year. The final step of pruning roses comes right after Christmas for me. I always look forward to seeing family, enjoying the holidays, and giving a winter prune to my roses. This is a light prune. You’re really assessing and bracing for winter. Remove any diseased canes, tie any loose ends, and move on. This is also a good time to mound your roses. Mounding roses is really becoming more of an art as we’re having to deal with new pests like voles more frequently. If you’ve ever unmounded a rose in spring, just to find it loose in the ground with the tap root chewed to a pencil point, that is a vole. To prevent this, I’ve started adding some repellants. I’ll spray the base of the rose with hot pepper wax and then mound the rose with compost, followed by a light coating of mulch. This is when you want to cover the knuckle of the rose to protect it from the freeze and thaw that can happen throughout the winters on Nantucket. Finally, I’ll mark my territory with a motion censored, vibrating tube to scare any curious voles away. The
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the country and the world would happily trade for. Wuhan, Verona, Manhattan, Miami Beach all look up to our one casualty. All I can hear are the silence of the sirens. But for people who always think of failure, success is impossible to believe. Instead of crediting the luck and sense that have spared the island, they believe that Covid was a fake, victory was a ruse, and now they have lost again. In truth, the summer was lost in January. As soon as disease blossomed in New York and Washington state, Daffodil Festival and the Fourth of July water fight was lost, along with the Pops. For people to come to Nantucket and swipe their credit cards with drunken abandon, they have to believe that they weren’t going to die gasping in a hallway. This summer, Main Street was never going to be locked in with cars and the Cobbletones were not going to be harmonizing outside the Club Car. Nothing can bring that drunken peace of mind back, but time and a vaccine. We lost the battle to fear, but we beat the virus. An old Nantucket High School faculty picture reappeared on-line this week. The old football coach with his wife. Math teachers, history teachers, guidance counselors, phys ed and shop teachers. Once, they taught when the school was old and filing down. They gave you homework. They helped you plan for the Ball. Then they handed you a diploma. Years later, retired, they go for energetic walks, they play golf, they sit on the benches at the head of Main Street. And, as a result of our win, they can keep right on doing that. Everything that we have done over the last few months saved people. The masks, the quarantine, and the silent Chicken Box were acts of kindness, of love even, for the people who came before us. Our victory came from our sacrifice. We won their lives. Victory does not, generally, come from a grand act or the command of a general. It comes from ordinary people, doing kind and ordinary things for each other. I can’t convince the President, I can’t discover a vaccine, and I can’t wind time back. I can wear a mask. I can wash my hands. I can stay home. Small acts of kindness matter more than all of the half-priced apps at Applebees.
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Personally, I wear the mask for Ted Anderson. Mad and happy, he stood in front of parishioners, mourners, and the newly married with a glint in his eye and his heart in his hand. “A ring” he said ten thousand times in front of ten thousand couples “is a symbol of eternity. It is a symbol of eternal growth, death, and rebirth.” The ring turns for Ted now, as it will for all of us. I cannot prevent the virus from killing hundred of thousands of Americans. And I can’t bring the Yukons and Suburbans back to Main Street this June. But I can save Ted. And, after so many years, winning the fight against the virus is the least any of us can do for him.
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A Great Place to Grow Up from page 6
mall! There was Sears, Jordan Marsh, and a food court! A weekend in Hyannis was a big event for a Nantucket kid. Maybe a movie, maybe a couple nights at the Holiday Inn hotel with a pool – big doings! Music came from AM radios, either WRKO from Boston or WPRO from Providence. Saturday mornings were filled with cartoons, followed by professional wrestling and finally, on Channel 56, Creature Double Feature! The Three Stooges were found on Channel 38, along with the Bruins games. Cable television arrived and made watching television less of a crapshoot. Ah, yes, the modern age! Nantucket kids were expected to work as soon as they could legally do so. I had a pretty unique first job. I was cast in the role of Myles in the play “The Innocents,” a theatrical adaptation of the Henry James novella, “The Turn of the Screw.” It ran for three weeks in July-August of 1974 at the Straight Wharf Theater, Nantucket’s local playhouse. I recall working with the wonderful director, Mac Dixon. He was an island treasure. Our play was running the night that Richard Nixon resigned, an event of a magnitude that my twelve-year-old self didn’t quite grasp at the time. The Straight Wharf Theater burnt to the ground in April of 1975 under rather mysterious circumstances and that was that Nantucket kids kept ourselves busy during that decade. We would trudge over to the Boy’s and Girl’s Club after school. Everything happened there – football, basketball, floor hockey, boxing, the games room. Earl and Ellie Girrior ran the Club, two of the greatest people ever. We checked into the Club every afternoon like second shift workers showing up at the factory. A couple dozen of us kids would make our way down to Andy Lowell’s field on New Lane to play pick-up baseball. The parking lot for Bill Fisher’s Tackle Shop, owned and operated by Bill Pew, was our right field fence. These pickup games eventually morphed into the Nantucket Little League, still going strong today The town had a huge celebration and parade for the 1976 Bicentennial. Flatbed trucks were turned into impromptu floats that looped around Main Street for a couple of laps. Extra effort was put into that special July 4th celebration. It was truly a great event. Did I mention that Nantucket kids worked a lot? I worked as a scallop opener, a gas pumper, a stock boy at Wally Knot’s Nantucket Pharmacy, a bank teller, an actor (I think I made $180 for my efforts – yes, I’m a professional actor, thank you) and as a produce stock boy at the Finast. We worked hard and we were proud of making money. We rode our bikes to and from every place we had to get to. The Dreamland Theater was a cultural hotspot. The movie screen had a badly patched hole on the right side, rumored to have been the result of a local kid throwing a beer bottle through it. That story seems pretty far-fetched these days, but it was gospel when we were kids So there you have it. Yes, the struggle was real back then. Newspapers were printed on, um, paper. Music came on records that warped and scratched, 8-track players that changed tracks in the middle of your favorite song and cassettes that would unwind and require the proper application of a pencil to fix. Singles came on 45s, purchased at Robinson’s 5&10. The Sears & Roebuck catalog was the internet. Winter ran from November to early May. And, in spite of all this, Nantucket was a great place to grow up.
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or shrublands of the south coast. At the Linda Loring Nature Foundation, a heathland clearing between pine groves has often held dozens of lady slippers. In 2019, after restoration efforts cutting Japanese black pine trees, the cleared area was awash in pink lady slipper plants. Some were only vegetative (not blooming that year), but there were hundreds appearing after the pine clearing. Little ladies’tresses (Spiranthes tuberosa) is an orchid species at the northern end of its range on the island. More typically found in southern Pink Lady Slipper photo by Sarah Bois states, where it is relatively common, it is a rarity in New England where it occurs in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and southeastern Massachusetts. Little ladies’-tresses is one of my personal favorites to see, with its spiral of tiny white orchid flowers evoking its own name. It can be found in disturbed fields and meadows. On Nantucket, it is found in our sandplain grasslands. Standing only about six inches or less in height on a slender stem, the tiny spike or white blossoms can be seen during August and September. The comparable, nodding ladies’ tresses (Spiranthes ceruna) has a thicker stem and grows in open, moist habitats, like wet meadows. The similarly arranged spiral flowers are more creamcolored than Little ladies’-tresses. Nodding ladies’ tresses also has a much broader range overall, extending north into northern Maine blooming late summer into fall. One of the island’s showiest orchids, Grass pink (Calopogon tuberosus), an orchid found in bogs and wet scrapes (Windswept cranberry bog, for example), has large magenta flowers. It can be found flowering in June into July, so keep an eye out when walking in the bogs or freshwater marshes. Standing at almost a foot tall, each stem bares 2 to 6 flowers. In her 1958 book, A Grain of Mustard Seed, Alice Albertson Shurrocks deLittle Ladies’ Tresses scribed Grass Pink (also known as photo by Douglas McGrady bearded pink) as being delicately scented. She described, “…its petals and sepals point upward in profile like the fingers of a half-opened hand.” Unlike the lady slippers and grass pink which anyone walking by would notice, Bayard's adder's-mouth (Malaxis bayardii) is one of the more demure orchids of Nantucket as well as being a very rare site. Found in dry, sandy fields and
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heaths it would seem Nantucket is the perfect spot for this orchid. Bayard's adder's-mouth is a restricted endemic of northern and central states of the east coast and is only known from a few locations. The small, whitish green flowers could be missed to the untrained eye - this is a very small orchid with tiny, green flowers and a single leaf. Darwin noted in 1877 that the flowers in this genus "though so small and inconspicuous, are highly attractive to insects." It is pollinated by small flies. Another of our pink orchids is the gorgeous rose pogonia (Pogonia ophioglossoides). This plant is often seen in groups in sphagnum bogs, Rose Pogonia photo by Orchi / CC BY-SA interdune swales, and other wet, acidic sites. Each plant is only a few inches tall with one blossom, but the light rose-colored orchid flowers (about 2 cm in size) help them stick out. The lower lip of the pink flower is protruding, fringed, and bearded in the center with white or yellow hairs making for a striking contrast. Standing out among the crowd, the white-fringed bog-orchid (Platanthera blephariglottis) is highly specialized to sphagnum bogs and wet scrapes like the old ‘Sconset dump (Nantucket Conservation Foundation). It blooms July-August and the inflorescence may be up to two feet tall! As its name implies, the small white flowers have a fringed lower lip with a distinctive slender spur on the upper part which can as long as an inch. This species produces a dense spike with one stem having 20-40 tiny flowers at the top of the spike. The distinct flower structure of this plant has a gland that secrets nectar which is divided into two parts; each directly beneath a sticky pollen disk. When the pollinator (generally a butterfly) inserts its tongue for nectar, it will touch the pollen disk as well, thus transferring pollen to the next orchid. A large study in Quebec found that the presence and abundance of whitefringed bog orchid was a strong indicator that the sphagnum bog was less influenced by human activity. This species could therefore serve as an indicator of sphagnum bog integrity. Nantucket’s kettle holes ponds and donut bogs of the Middle Moors are good candidates for this species. This short list of orchids represents those most likely (or not) to be seen. Others that have previously been recorded on Nantucket may have been extirpated (locally extinct) or are simply extremely rare to find. As such, the best way to ensure their continued growth on island is to protect their habitats and the individual plants. Please do not pick the orchids! Picking may be illegal and will limit the reproductive ability of the plant and can affect the population. They are for the enjoyment of everyone. Orchid flowers are longlasting. Once picked, the plant will likely not flower again until next year, if at all. Remember to take only picWhite-fringed Bog Orchid tures and leave only footprints. photo by NC Orchid
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Experience Travel with International Wines by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier of Épernay The diversity of wines, from different regions and grape varieties, is what makes them all special and unique. Each wine has its own story and history of where it came from, how it was made, and about the land and people who helped to shape it into what it becomes. Much like a community of people, it takes a village to raise these wines to experience and grow in a safe and healthy environment. Consuming wine can also be translated as a sense of place and time as to where you were when you had that wine, who did you share it with, and also the influence of where the wine came from. The Iberian Peninsula of Portugal and Spain offers delicious wines of character from some lesser known winemaking regions to enjoy as we slide into summer and all the pleasures that Nantucket has to offer.
COASTAL INFLUENCE Our wine travels begin with an artisanal discovery from Portugal that is a beautiful example of what an indigenous grape has to offer. The best expression of the white Alvarinho grape comes from the extreme north of this country, right on the border with Spain, which is divided here by the Minho River. Nortico Alvarinho is hence named Nortico, in reference to being in the North. This wine is produced on the south bank of this river in sustainably-grown vines on granite soil in plots so small they are called "jardins," which translates to gardens in Portuguese. This is a young, fresh wine. It has fresh citrus, peach, and tropical aromas paired with clean, juicy fruit and vibrant minerality. The bright acidity makes a lovely summer wine to drink on its own as an aperitif or with a noon-day meal of fish tacos or oysters on the half shell. The beautiful, picturesque label is in homage to the small tile ateliers who historically produce the 14 cm x 14 cm tiles shaped by scratch and painted by hand. These tiles can be found on all types of buildings while walking the streets of Oporto, where the famous Port wine in made, or Lisbon, the country’s capital
city. Not only are they a durable building material, they are also considered an early form of storytelling and graphic design, much like the examples of scrimshaw from Nantucket’s whaling days. Both of these capture the spirit of the people and the local aesthetics from which they come.
THE OTHER R When thinking of wine travel in Spain during Nantucket’s off-season, the most well-known and visited region is Rioja. However, there is another “R” region worthy of your attention. Produced in a very small town in the north central area of the Ribera del Duero wine region in Spain, is Torremoron Tempranillo. This famous red grape and the winemaking that revolves around it is the lifeblood of this region. The majority of the townsfolk work at the winery, the rest work at the only restaurant/bar in the area - talk about the sense of community! What makes this region so unique in its grape growing success is the high desert climate with enormous diurnal temperature shifts from day to night, along with its lack of annual rainfall and the high elevation of where this particular vineyard in the region. The extremely old-vine vineyard (on average over 100 years) of Tempranillo, also known as Tinto Fino in the region, is planted on limestone soils and this youthful, pure wine is produced only in stainless steel, combining to produce an unadulterated version of what this grape and region have to offer. The wine has aromas of red berries and a rugged mineral character. There is a slight spiciness on the palate that follows with a chewy, juicy finish. The wine is middle-of-the road, not being to light in flavors and aromas, or too heavily burdened with texture by oak. It would be the ultimate pairing for your festive summer bbq of grilled meats and sausages, or as a red option for those who enjoy a not so bold red with their Nantucket fresh catch of the day. continued on page 26
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G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily online. For over three decades, Greg’s original oil and watercolor paintings have captured the image and spirit of Nantucket. The gallery also offers exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. gshill.com
Ireland Galleries
508-228-1907 SHOP THE WINDOW! 13 Old South Wharf Jewelry, handbags, beachwear, & Lorene Ireland’s gorgeous sculpture & art
Shop the window on Old South Wharf. If you’re a lover of the arts, even if you’re not an artist yourself, then this is the place for you too! There’s always something new at IRELAND GALLERIES... paintings, sculpture, and Lorene Ireland’s world-famous mosaics and shell designs. Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art!
Banking Cape Cod 5 Open Monday-Saturday Banking windows are open
888-225-4636 Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street
We at CAPE COD FIVE are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our dedication to serving our neighbors and local businesses and earning our customers’ trust every day has remained the same since our founding in 1855. We focus on continuously evolving to be our customers’ trusted financial partner in a rapidly changing world, offering digital tools, accessibility and sound guidance and insight to help our customers navigate their unique journeys. capecodfive.com
508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road
New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road Bikes
EASY RIDERS BICYCLE RENTALS offers rentals, sales, and service, plus island-wide free delivery on all rentals and usually within an hour or so. With advanced on-line reservations, it’s the easiest way to experience Nantucket! Offering low prices and discounts on multi-day, weekly, monthly, and group rentals of top quality, new GT and Mongoose bicycles, as well as retrostyle Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. They have a safe and convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road. easyridersbikerentals.com
Books & Publications CALL NANTUCKET
508-228-9165 ext. 110 CallNantucket.com
FREE Searchable Nantucket Phone Book App The island’s “Little Black Book”
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 for your needs! Our app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CallNantucket@gmail.com
Yesterday’s Island
The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. Visit their online gallery at nantucketarts.org to see regularly changing exhibitions of fresh, original artwork from their iconic Nantucket artists. Visit our new web gallery starting June 11 at sales.nantucketarts.org nantucketarts.org
G. S. Hill Gallery
Easy Riders
CELEBRATING OUR 50TH YEAR! In print, online, on your cell phone
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 50 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND/TODAY’S NANTUCKET has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram @nantucketinsider, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net Yesterdaysisland.com
Bookstores Mitchell’s Book Corner
508-228-1080
Open 24/7 online at nantucketbookpartners.com Curbside pickup daily 11am to 4pm 54 Main Street Home delivery on Nantucket if item is “in stock” for just $5 MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for over 50 years. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for any book in print, pre-orders, signed copies, e-books, audio books, gift cards, staff picks, and more. If the book is “on our shelves now” we can offer next business day island home delivery for $5. If the book is not on hand we can either ship it to you or order into the store and then deliver it to your home. We are also happy to ship books to anywhere in the US. Order online anytime or call between 11 am and 4pm for curbside pickup 7 days a week of books and items on our shelves now. mitchellsbookcorner.com
Nantucket Bookworks
508-228-4000 Open 24/7 online at nantucketbookworks.com. Curbside pickup daily 11am to 4pm Home delivery on Nantucket if item is “in stock” for just $5 25 Broad Street NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is our quirky little shop chock full of books, gifts, and goodies. Visit nantucketbookworks.com for the very best of Bookworks ONLINE. We have Nantucket gifts, puzzles, games, toys, art supplies, party accessories, stuffed animals, greeting cards, kids items, and so much more. If the items are in stock we can offer next business day island home delivery for $5. We also are happy to ship anywhere in the US. For books, shop nantucketbookpartners.com. Order online anytime or call between 11 am and 4pm for curbside pickup 7 days a week of books and items on our shelves now. nantucketbookworks.com
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Island Fun & Shopping Buses NRTA See display ad for times and routes Year-Round Bus Routes
508-228-7025 Face coverings are required on all routes
RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com. Service is provided year-round on select routes and thru mid-October on seasonal routes. See our schedule on nrtawave.com for complete information Fares are $2 or $3 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available. Routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. See nrtawave.com for current details. nrtawave.com
Charters - Sailing & Boating Endeavor
508-228-5585 Slip 1015, Straight Wharf
Cruises depart at 10am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, & sunset Pleasure sailing
“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,” Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com
508-228-1017
Free sample available: just ask! Open for curbside
The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf
AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for almost 30 years on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you have a free sample, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com
Contests NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST Deadline is Sept. 12, 2020 See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net
508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554
This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. Winners of the 2019 Contest are online at nantucket.net. The 2020 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2020. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. You can even mail in your prints of Nantucket Island. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners. nantucket.net/photos/contests.php
Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping The UPS Store Open Monday - Saturday Locally owned and operated
Counseling Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center Phone is answered 24/7 FOR EMERGENCIES, CALL 877-784-6273 or 911
508-228-2689 20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village
FAIRWINDS — NANTUCKET’S COUNSELING CENTER provides confidential, quality professional care to adults and youth who seek mental health and addiction services. All are welcome, regardless of ability to pay. Call to schedule a remote appointment for outpatient therapy, substance misuse counseling, peer recovery coaching, therapeutic mentoring, medication management, and more. We serve more than 1,000 Nantucket individuals and families to help meet their goals and improve their quality of life. YOU ARE NOT ALONE: FAIRWINDS is always here for you. fairwindscenter.org
Gifts ACK 4170TM
508.680.1777 1A Old North Wharf (at Easy St) Beautiful gifts & products created by small makers & artists
Open 24/7 online with Nantucket delivery
ACK 4170™ gift boutique features small makers and artists who create beautiful, high-quality gifts, apparel, jewelry, home decor, art, and accessories. Our ACK 4170™ apparel is salty good! Visit our online store at ack4170.com – we are always open online. We are offering delivery on Nantucket Island, and for a limited time get a discount with the code: SPRING 15. Sail with us on Instagram: ack4170 ACK4170.com
Hill’s of Nantucket
Confections Aunt Leah’s Fudge
copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plenty off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!
508-325-8884 61 Old South Road
Nantucket’s UPS STORE is in spacious quarters at 61 Old South Road and offers a variety of products and services to make your life easier: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of
Visit us online until we can welcome you on the wharf Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts
508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf
Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker. G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband-and-wife team. Nantucket theme prints, note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a unique gift gallery from HILL’S. gshill.com
Island Weaves
508-221-8343
Visit our Virtual Store: IslandWeavesStudio on Etsy Heirloom quality handwoven throws, rugs, shawls, baby blankets Weaver Karin Ganga Sheppard grew up on Nantucket and learned her craft from two master weavers. Her products are crafted from high-quality natural fibers and include throws made from silk, alpaca, cotton, chenille, and mohair. Karin’s versatile line also includes multi-fiber scarves, washable cotton baby blankets, and rugs made from recycled towels, jeans and khaki pants. You can find a wonderful selection at her new virtual store on Etsy, or she will work with you to help you choose just the right color for a custom order. IslandWeaves.com
Signs, Banners, & Posters Open Monday - Saturday
508-325-8884 61 Old South 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.
Health Care Nantucket Cottage Hospital 24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000
508-825-8100 57 Prospect St
NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL is open, safe, and ready to provide care for COVID-19 AND non-COVID-19 medical issues. NCH has taken numerous measures to ensure it is safe for all patients to come to our facility for their care. In the ER and inpatient floor, we have designated a high-risk zone for confirmed COVID-19 patients and patients under investigation for the disease, while those who are coming to the hospital for all other health issues are isolated from them in separate areas. Please do not delay care or ignore a pressing health issue. NCH is open, safe, and ready to care for you! Nantuckethospital.org
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Island Fun & Shopping Internet Insiders Guide to Nantucket: Nantucket.net
508-228-6777
Beaches, Events, Museums, Dining, Classifieds, & More 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 Nantucket.net. Nantucket.net
Island Apps ACK Weather Your go-to website & app for Nantucket weather Download on the App Store
508-228-2505 158 Polpis Road
Nantucket weather is always an adventure. Follow along with ACKweather for daily reports on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with @ACKweather. Stay up-to-date with tides and currents. Check the wave report and ferry schedules along with daily weather reports. Brought to you by Egan Maritime Institute, ACKweather can be customized for your favorite information. Download it now from the App Store and view it online at ackweather.com ackweather.com
Call Nantucket Your telephone book for Nantucket FREE download for IOS and Android Know who you want to call but need their phone number? Search by name on CALL NANTUCKET. Know what you want but not where to get it? Search by category on the up-todate and locally produced CALL NANTUCKET app. This app is free to download and easy to use. Both white pages and yellow pages are included. callnantucket.com
Jewelry Blue Beetle Open Online with Shipping & Drop-off Jewelry & Gifts
Visit us online Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry
The Love Shack by Lola Open 24/7 online! 10 Old South Wharf Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, t-shirts, candles & more! THE LOVE SHACK may not be open yet on Old South Wharf, but all their favorite items are available online at lolacompany.com LOLA™ designs and creates beautiful sterling jewelry with inspirational messages on the back marking important moments in peoples lives. With more than 30 pendant designs varying in size and gorgeous colors, creating your own look is endless and addicting. THE LOVE SHACK is home to our entire jewelry collection and is inspiration for our apparel, candles, soaps and more. Everything you need for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com
Nantucket Pearl Company Shop online for gifts for everyone on your list! American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry
508-228-3227 12 Main Street
508-228-0229 21 Centre Street
JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry,
508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf
Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates unique jewelry from hand-picked pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise, on others, the Ying and Yang of black and white is featured, or sapphire and diamond bling may be chosen to set off the soft reflection of the pearl’s whiteness. Look for Pam’s signature, a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearls.com
Mortgages & Banking Cape Cod 5 Open Monday-Friday We’ll make your dream come true!
BLUE BEETLE reflects the playfulness and elegance of island living. We strive to provide a collection of carefully curated clothing, jewelry, gifts and accessories that portray the summer lifestyle on Nantucket. We have modern, chic, and contemporary fashions to suit every occasion. Known for our Nantucket Jewelry, there is something for everyone; beads to fit Pandora, rings, bracelets and of course our charm bar, where you can create your own unique island necklace. Visit us online at BlueBeetleNantucket.com — we offer shipping and drop-off service. BlueBeetleNantucket.com
Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket
including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Until we can reopen, visit us online to see our 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. Call us for details. JEWELERS’ GALLERY has been serving Nantucket since 1971. thejewelersgallery.com
508-247-1709; 508-247-1795 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street
CAPE COD FIVE will give you more than just a mortgage... they’ll help make your dream come true! Fixed Rate, Adjustable Rate, Jumbo Loans, Affordable Housing, Construction & Land Loans for first time home buyers. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-2471795 or visit their website at CapeCodFive.com capecodfive.com
Museums & Sites Egan Maritime Institute Join our virtual programming
508-228-2505 Podcasts, online programs, books, & more
The EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE is offering virtual programming during the pandemic restrictions, including our TIME & TIDE PODCAST with dramatic and harrowing stories of Nantucket’s seafaring past at timeandtidenantucket.com. Your support will help Egan Maritime continue to provide programs like this and our Sea of Opportunities programs to offer Nantucket students STEM-based maritime and experiential education, our Nantucket
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Island Fun & Shopping Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, ACKweather.com, and Mill Hill Press which publishes books on Nantucket’s maritime heritage. Your support in the form of tax-deductible gifts and memberships is more critical now that ever! Visit us at eganmaritime.org or text the keyword “Maritime” to 91999. We thank you! eganmaritime.org
Nantucket Historical Association
508-228-1894 15 Broad Street
Your portal to Nantucket history
The NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM is ready and waiting to provide visitors with a non-touch and safe experience. In this top-quality exhibition venue, we have 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. Our gateway film “Nantucket,” directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns, showcases the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history in a 51-minute film that is a feast for the eyes. Visit us online at nha.org. nha.org
Senior Services Senior Services
We are here to assist you with everyday tasks, freeing up more of your time to enjoy every moment. We can provide energetic individuals to help you with stocking your fridge, housekeeping, shopping and errands, arrivals and departures, companions, and more! Please call for details and current rates. Let us know what you need. We are the original licensed onisland sitter and home helper service since 1979. nantucketbabysitters.com
ACK Takeout
508-332-0555
serving all island restaurants Contact-Free Delivery Service We are here to pick up and deliver your order from island restaurants. We offer reliable, fast, contact-free delivery service, using all safety protocols. Call or text us at 508-332-0555. nantucketbabysitters.com
Hy-Line Cruises Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis
Reservations Daily: 7:30am - 4pm
The 2020 festival is virtual
Celebrating great books and fascinating authors The NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL is proud to present “At Home With Authors,” featuring videos and podcasts with our 2020 line-up of writers plus some special guests. Enjoy conversations
508-228-3949 Straight Wharf
Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable high-speed ferry. THE GREY LADY, Hy-Line’s water-jet catamaran is comfortable, convenient, and offers the highest level of customer service passengers have come to expect from HY-LINE CRUISES. You’ll cross the Sound in half the time! PLEASE SEE OUR SCHEDULE PRINTED HERE IN YESTERDAY’S ISLAND FOR CURRENT DEPARTURES. Face-coverings are required for travel. hy-linecruises.com
Steamship Authority
Special Events Nantucket Book Festival
Takeout Delivery Service
Transportation Boat 508-228-4970 Call to schedule
Home Helpers & Home Health Aides provided by Nantucket Babysitters, on-island since 1979
in online videos and podcasts with Jami Attenberg, Mitchell Jackson, Sarah Broom, Diane Rehm, David Rohde, and Samantha Power, with new content added each week. Visit nantucketbookfestival.org/ahwa to attend our virtual festival, all for free! For more information and notifications about upcoming author videos, sign up for the NBF newsletter at nantucketbookfestival.org. nantucketbookfestival.org
508-228-0262 1 Steamboat 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
TRANS-ATLANTIC CROSSING
Experience Travel from page 19
IBERIAN DELIGHTS Taking us back to Portugal is the FitaPreta Touriga Vai Nua "Unoaked" red wine. Vai Nua literally translates to “going naked,” hence the name of this wine as it sees no oak. This wine comes from the Alentejo region, located in the southeastern central part of the country closer to the Spanish border than the Portuguese coast. It is made from 100% Touriga Nacional from sustainably grown vines on average of 30 years old, tended in schist rocky soil, and a true expression of Portugal’s King of grapes. The wine has warm, lush, ripe fruit, yet is fresh and light on its feet due to a partial carbonic maceration. This is a winemaking technique in which the initial fermentation is not started by the addition of yeast as in traditional winemaking, but rather by filling a sealed vessel with carbon dioxide and then adding whole, intact bunches of grapes to begin the fermentation from the inside of the grape out on its own. The result is a fruitier style red wine with softer tannins, that makes this wine extremely versatile. Dark purple in color, don’t be deceived by the ultra-fruity bubble-gum aroma with fresh notes of boysenberry, blackberry, plum and blueberry. On the palate, you will find savage notes of iron, beef blood, anise and rose petals. The complexity of this simple wine, along with the moderate level of alcohol and lack of tannin, make it a perfect accompaniment for a more serious charcuterie and cheese platter.
Our wine travels take us back to one of the oldest established wine regions of Portugal. The temperate Dao region is located in mountainous Northern Central Portugal. It is the origin of the red grape Touriga Nacional, which is the principal component of fortified Port wines. Historically, this Port wine was favored by the British. It made its way to America on British ship, as the barrels were used as ballast for the Trans-Atlantic crossing. It was also favored because fortified wines would hold well enough to be consumed along the way on these long sea voyages. In recent years, we have seen the rise in production of still wines from the region that still use the same traditional grape varieties found in Port, however just not fortified in strength. Quinta do Saes Tinto is one such wine. This wine is a field field blend, drawing on the tradition of interplanting different grape varietals in a place to give a more cohesive and complete picture of the terroir. The sustainably grown vines are on a granite-based soil in a temperate climate. The winemaking here is “old school,” in that the wine is made in the vineyard as a reflection of the soil, and there is little intervention in the winery. After fermentation with wild yeasts, the wine is aged in used large format French oak to create some roundness and cohesiveness in the wines. The wine is bright ruby-garnet in color. The nose is bright fresh cherry, pomegranate, rose petal and flint. The palate is elegant and fresh, with spice notes wrapped around a core of fresh cherry fruit. The finish is long, with juicy acidity and a touch of minerality. The fresh red fruit and delicate aromatics of this wine would be delicious with poultry, wild game, and a combination of exotic mushrooms. These wines are being featured this month as Epernay’s Cheers to Charities program, where 10% of the sales for the month of June will be donated to PASCON – Palliative and Supportive Care of Nantucket.
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NANTUCKET ISLAND BEACHES
NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES
EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES
40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket
Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path
Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle. Dionis: 3 miles from town by bike on the north side of Eel Point Rd off Madaket Road. Look for the boulder marked “Dionis.” Sheltered by dunes, calm waters for swimming, safe for children; restrooms, & parking. Beachgoers can take NRTA shuttle bus to Eel Point Rd stop & walk. Steps: Between Dionis and Jetties beaches; access from Cliff Road. No lifeguard, no facilities, very little parking. Gentle surf; sandbar. Many steep steps must be descended to get to the beach. Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families. Lifeguards, changing rooms, playground, volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, public phones, restaurant and take-out food service. Concession and restrooms handicap accessible; boardwalk to the beach. Tennis. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak rentals. Shuttle service from town to Jetties Beach is available seasonally. Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point. Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship. Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area. Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer. Francis Street: Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for swimming; no lifeguard. Jungle gym, kayak rentals, bathroom.
SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES Cisco Beach: Four-mile bike ride to end of Hummock Pond Road. Heavy surf; lifeguard. No facilities. Parking. Rip currents can be strong. Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities; no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf. Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Surf and rip currents can be dangerous. Parking. No facilities or food service. Families with very young children may prefer Miacomet Pond. South Shore Beach: at the end of South Shore Rd. Limited parking; difficult to access beach, 4WD is advisable. No lifeguard; no facilities. Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport. Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally. Fisherman’s Beach: Located between Surfside Beach and Nobadeer. No parking; Beach access via steep wooden steps. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities. Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities. Madequecham: Land Bank property at the end of Madequecham Valley Road; rough sand road. Parking. No facilities; no lifeguards. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf. Tom Nevers (“Pebble Beach“): Surf can be heavy; very coarse sand. No lifeguard; no facilities. Good for fishing. Strong rip currents; heavy surf. Access to the beach can be difficult.
WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES Madaket: As far west as you can go, six-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path, or take the shuttle bus. Heavy surf, lifeguard, restrooms. Famous for its incredible sunsets.
Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset.
Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.
BAY & POND BEACHES Miacomet Pond: Fresh water pond on Nantucket. Good for young children. Parking; no lifeguard, no facilities. Snapping turtles may be encountered.
Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities. Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong. Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup. Sesachacha Pond: off Polpis Road. Great for families; warm water; no facilities no lifeguard. Parking. Near the Audubon Sesachacha Heathlands and Wildlife Sanctuary.
Leave only footprints... Nantucket has some of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the world. Please respect Nantucket’s fragile environment and the beauty of our island. Clean up your litter, respect private property, and use only designated entry points. In areas where dune reclaimation is taking place, please do not cross the rope or fence barriers protecting the dunes.
BEACH SAFETY •Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow. •Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.
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the Design Luncheon, featuring one of the most talented names in design, Alessandra Branca. In addition to her thriving design career, Alessandra is an accomplished businesswoman, entrepreneur, and author. Her work has been featured repeatedly in magazines and she has been recognized within the industry with awards from House Beautiful Master Class and “Designer of the Year” from the Merchandise Mart. The NHA will partner with The Nantucket Summer Antiques Show, celebrating its 30-year tradition of managing fine antique shows on Nantucket. A virtual preview party is chaired by Maureen and Edward Bousa and celebrates longtime supporter and accomplished designer Kathleen Hay as honorary chair. Nantucket by Design continues with a virtual Design Panel, which brings together outstanding design talent, moderated by editor-in-chief of Veranda magazine Steele Marcoux. The line-up of distinguished design panelists includes Meg Braff, Young Huh, and Richard Keith Langham. The Design Panel is followed by
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All-Star Designer Private Dinners, providing guests with the unique opportunity to dine virtually with renowned design luminaries. Chaired by Gary McBournie and William Richards. The NHA is proud to once again partner with the New York School of Interior of Design. Ellen Fisher, NYSID Dean and VP for Academic Affairs, designed a university-level course that provides students with a show-house experience that reimagines several of the NHA’s historic properties. Student renderings will be on display during Nantucket by Design. Fisher will also deliver a morning presentation on the history of design on Nantucket in the twentieth century. This lecture will provide continuing Education credit for both interior designers and architects on Saturday, August 1. The three-day online extravaganza concludes with a virtual Night at the Museum during which guests will celebrate via a live virtual dance party. Chaired by Marla Sanford and Elizabeth Georgantas and honoring Phoebe and Bobby Tudor. The NHA’s mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Nantucket through its programs, collections, and properties, in order to promote the island’s significance and foster an appreciation of it among all audiences. Your participation in Nantucket by Design helps them continue their work.
Nantucket Dining Guide Bakeries Nantucket Bake Shop
508-228-2797 17-1/2 Old South Road
All the products you love & mail order online 7 am to 3 pm
Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, danish, & bagels accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. We bake decorated cakes, fresh fruit tortes, cheesecake, chocolate velvets, and pastries. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! How about an all white meat chicken pie or fresh spinach quiche for a quick supper? Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com
Nantucket Cookie Company Open daily we ship anywhere Decorate small batch cookies from scratch
508-228-5814 inside Easy Street Cantina, 2 Broad St.
batch by hand and eye, without the use of automation. We roast to order and deliver exceptionally fresh, specialty coffees to our customers. Our stock is constantly changing and we’re adding new arrivals on a regular basis. Visit nantucketcoffee.com to see what’s new and place your order!
Markets Annye’s Whole Foods
508-228-4554 Fresh organic groceries. Curbside service. Free delivery! 14 Amelia Drive Organic Groceries, Fresh Produce, Grass-fed Meats, International Wines, & much more
LIVE LONG. BE STRONG. VISIT ANNYE’S! We stock organic produce, local eggs, organic groceries, grass-fed meats, organic dairy, artisanal cheeses & charcuterie, doTERRA oils & herbal supplements. And we stock wines from around the world. WE DELIVER! Try our islandfamous Roasted Chicken Dinner with sides for after work or the beach. ANNYE’S is a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. Celebrating 20 years! annyes.com
Bartlett’s Farm Open daily 8am to 6pm for in-store & curbside Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go
508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road
THE NANTUCKET COOKIE COMPANY offers their freshly baked tempting treats. Stop in their Steamboat Wharf location inside The Easy Street Cantina and indulge — you won’t be disappointed! Sending our cookies to friends and family? Arrange for in-store pickup, or we will ship anywhere in the USA! nantucketcookie.net
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. Grocery shop online for curbside pickup. Special senior hour from 7 am to 8 am for adults age 60 and older. bartlettsfarm.com
Brewers
Take-Out
Cisco Brewers Open daily for curbside pickup of your favorites And now producing hand sanitzer too!
508-325-5929 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. NEW: their WILLA ORGANIC VODKA proceeds benefit ACKSaves.org. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, CISCO is the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Due to COVID-19, CISCO BREWERS is closed to guests but open daily for curbside pick-up. ciscobrewersnantucket.com
Coffee Nantucket Coffee Roasters
Order online at Nantucketcoffee.com
Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans For more than 25 years, NANTUCKET COFFEE ROASTERS has been Nantucket’s premier artisan coffee roaster. Locally owned and operated, we enjoy advantages that escape bigger roasters. We specialize in bringing limited and micro-lots of coffee here to Nantucket from small farms all over the world. Our highly skilled Roast Master oversees the development of each and every
Annye’s Whole Foods Fresh organic groceries. Curbside service. Free delivery! Prepared meals to take home, wine, organic foods
508-228-4554 14 Amelia Drive
At ANNYE’S you’ll find fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious! Take them home for a hot lunch or a handy dinner. We have a variety of offerings: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, grain bowls, soups, wraps, and salads. 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. WE DELIVER! annyes.com
Bartlett’s Farm Open daily 8am to 6pm Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce
508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road
BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM prepares mouth-watering baked goods, homemade soups, breads and foccacia, hearty sandwiches, salads, and many more daily seasonal specialties to go. Our breakfast sandwiches are a great way to start your day, and check online for our daily lunch and dinner specials. BARTLETT’S even has prepared foods that you can take home and heat up and freshly baked pies you can serve for dessert. Don’t forget that BARTLETT’S also
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Nantucket Dining Guide has the freshest island vegetables, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, and beautiful cut flowers. bartlettsfarm.com
Black-Eyed Susan’s Open for Dinner Monday-Saturday Call-in your order for curbside pick-up
508-325-0308 10 India Street
Siam to Go
508-228-7426 Open Mon-Fri 11am-7pm and Sat 4-7pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices
Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for more than 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. View their menu at black-eyedsusans.com and call between 4 pm and 8:30 pm to pick up your dinner curbside between 5 pm and 9:30 pm. Black-EyedSusans.com
SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order. Call ahead or order online for curbside pick-up. siamtogonantucket.com
Downyflake
Sophie T’s Pizza
Serving Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner A Nantucket Tradition for 85 Years
508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue
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. Call ahead for take-out, bulk pastry orders, and catering or event planning. Full menu available for curbside pickup. Open daily: Mon.-Sat. 7am to 2pm and 4:30-8:30 pm. Sun. 7 am to 1pm thedownyflake.com
Dune Contact-less pickup Tuesday-Saturday Where chic meets casual comfort
508-228-5550 20 Broad Street
DUNE-to-Go is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. Dune-to-Go offers dinner plus beer and wine. See the menu at dunenantucket.com/take-out and call in your order Tuesday through Saturday starting at 1 pm for contact-less pickup between 5:30 and 7:30 pm. DuneNantucket.com
508-325-6265 Open for Curbside Pick-up or Delivery 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.
Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. In addition to Classic and Specialty Pizzas, you can create your own at SOPHIE T’S with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. See our daily specials on Facebook & follow us @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. We offer curbside pick-up or delivery by ACK Eats. sophietspizza.com
Takeout Delivery Service ACK Takeout
508-332-0555
serving all island restaurants Contact-Free Delivery Service We are here to pick up and deliver your order from island restaurants. We offer reliable, fast, contact-free delivery service, using all safety protocols. Call or text us at 508-332-0555. nantucketbabysitters.com
Easy Street Cantina
508-228-5418 Sun.-Thurs from 8 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat from 8 am-10 pm corner of Easy & Broad sts. Walk-Up Window Service + Curbside & Islandwide Delivery or Enjoy our Spacious Patio EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Call or order online for contact-less payment, pickup at our window, or delivery islandwide. Take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our baconegg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. One Nibble & You’re Hooked! Call or order at easystreetcantina.com for contact-less payment & delivery or visit our window. EasyStreetCantina.com
The Faregrounds Takeout Curbside 11:30am- 8pm. Delivery Offered Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available.
508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road
One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS is serving its regular menus with daily specials, and beer + wine is available with your takeout food order (must show proper ID). There’s plenty of parking; major credit cards accepted. Visit thefaregrounds.com to see the menus and call FAREGROUNDS at 508-228-4095 to order your takeout. Enter the Pudley’s Piglet Pizza Challenge: order a pizza kit for $6.99 with the basics, take it home and dress it up! Take a photo of your pizza masterpiece and post it on the Faregrounds Facebook page and you will be entered into a weekly drawing for a $50 gift card! thefaregrounds.com
Fifty-Six Union Call for Pickup 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 can’t be hampered even by a pandemic! Wendy & Chef Peter Jannelle will be offering their delicious global cuisine for takeout until they can again welcome guests for outdoor dining in their garden and on their patio and, later, in their dining rooms. Visit FiftySixUnion.com for the menu and call in your dinner order. They have an impressive selection of wines and beer that you can pair with your curbside pickup. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket. fiftysixunion.com
Seafood Souza’s Seafood Open from 9am with a full selection of seafood Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing
508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane
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. Call ahead and arrange for a cooked lobster for a picnic at home, on the beach, or on the boat. Remember to order a travel pack of lobsters to take off-island with you. Sign up for our free MEGA-FISH drawing!
Wine & Spirits Epernay Wine & Spirits
508-228-2755 Open Daily 11am to 7 pm - Order online 24/7 1 North Beach Street Largest Rosé Selection, Craft Beer, Boutique Liquors, Artisanal Cheese, Premium Cigars
The only Sommelier owned + operated wine store on Nantucket! Why trust your wine choices to anyone else? Currently offering DELIVERY ANYWHERE ON ISLAND + CURBSIDE PICK-UP. Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie + Certified Sommelier Kirk Baker invite you to join them for their free Virtual Wine Tasting Thursday nights at 6 pm on FB + IG Live. ÉPERNAY WINE & SPIRITS is located in the Brant Point neighborhood, just steps from downtown near the White Elephant and Nantucket Hotel. Mention this ad for 10% off your Cheese & Crackers purchase (expires 06.17.20). @epernaywines | #YesWayEpernay | We Deliver to You epernaywines.com
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Dining Out during the Pandemic During the pandemic, Nantucket eateries are taking precautions to protect their guests while they find new ways to serve them their favorite meals. Eateries who have always offered takeout are now doing curbside and home delivery. Fine dining restaurants are offering to-go menus and hoping to offer outdoor dining once the situation changes. There are plenty of places downtown and around the island where you can enjoy your coffee or takeout. You'll find park benches appropriately spaced along most streets in the heart of town. There are even a few areas where several benches are clustered together but where you can still socially distance. In addition to the benches, here are our favorite parks and sitting areas where you can stay 6-feet from others but not feel quarantined. Just remember to respect your surroundings and fellow residents, and clean up after yourself! At our press time on June 2, Massachusetts is scheduled to enter Phase Two of reopening on June 8. This means that some restrictions on restaurants will begin to ease, and several island eateries will start offering outdoor table service in addition to takeout. Under current guidance, tables will be 6-feet apart, groups are limited to six people, and seating at bars will be prohibited. Statewide face covering orders will remain in effect until otherwise noted, requiring workers to wear face covering at all times; customers may remove face covering when dining.
Around Town You'll find park benches appropriately spaced along most in-town streets. There are even a few areas where several benches are clustered together but where you can still socially distance.
The Atheneum Park Entrance to this is along India Street, to the right of the steps into the Nantucket Atheneum. There are benches and a grassy area where children like to play.
The Nantucket Whaling Museum 13 Broad Street has benches placed in front of the museum
Children's Beach Park Harbor View Way is a short stroll from downtown. There are benches and a grassy area, along with a small stretch of beach. Limited parking is available.
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Sculpture Pocket Park There is a “pocket park” on India Street between Federal & Centre sts that is adorned with sculptures. Benches on the bricked area provide seating.
Town Pier Park Walk down Washington Street, past the Handlebar Cafe (which also has a few benches for customers) and go beyond Brant Point Marine. Here you’ll find benches and a path to the water. Parking across the street in the town lot.
Fair Street Park At the corner of Main & Fair sts. This park is in the heart of town, so it has no parking of its own, but there are usually parking spots nearby. It has benches & stone seating around fountain and is beautifully adorned with fresh plants.
“Arthur’s Park” portion of the Land Bank's Consue Springs Property On the edge of town beyond Consue Springs. It is a bit of a walk from Main Street. There is one picnic table and grassy area. No parking is available.
Pocket Park at Francis & Union This small grassy area with two benches is about a half-mile or so walk from downtown Nantucket. It’s a lovely place to sit with some views of the water, but is not on the water. There is no parking.
Old South Road Park Near the Airport Owned by the Town of Nantucket, this spacious grassy space dotted with young trees and sculpture is ideal for children who need to run (but keep them away from the busy streets! There is a paved pathway and several benches. No parking is available here, but it is next to an NRTA bus stop.
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