Yesterday's Island, Today's Nantucket; May 31 - June 6, 2018; Vol. 48, Issue 4 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

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Settled In and Stirring Things Up by Jack Fritsch David Gagnon is an exuberant fellow with a quick smile and a delighted laugh, but you soon notice there is a sincere focus (or singlemindedness?) just under the surface. This is a man who gets things done… and enjoys every minute of it. He first came to Nantucket around 1982 as part of a team from the University of Massachusetts to research the growth and control of the spreading Scrub Oak at Lost Farm. He returned three-and-a-half decades later as the new Executive Director of the Maria Mitchell Association. Welcome back David! David is originally from Brattleboro, Vermont, and maintains fond roots there. He studied Environmental Science at UMass (Amherst) with a specialization in Limnology (fresh water ecology). He continued his post-graduate education at the Yale School of Forestry. While at UMass he also played trombone in their Pride and Class of New England Marching Band; when asked to divulge something that nobody knows about him, he mischievously admitted that he played the trombone at Reagan’s Inauguration… yep, he gave the Gipper the sackbut. He has since lead a pretty full and fascinating career that has often branched far afield from the humble Scrub Oak. He was the Curator at the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster, conducting research on coastal geology and vegetation at Coast Guard Beach in Orleans. He was codirector, along with his wife Shelley, of the Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center in Vermont, a family oriented center focusing on public education and citizen science, with a wide variety of school programs, summer camp, research, and special events. Both of these institutions, he enthuses, can provide a lot of inspiration for Maria Mitchell. He was also in turn an Environmental Engineer for Hertz, head of his own

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Island Frolics of Prehistoric Critters Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois Director of Research & Education at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation

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There is a prehistoric creature frolicking among Nantucket beaches right now. If you happen to be at the right place at the right time, you may find yourself among an orgy of living fossils. These are Atlantic Horseshoe Crabs. Atlantic horseshoe crabs live along the Atlantic coast from the Gulf of Mexico to Maine. They are usually seen around Nantucket waters in May and early June during their breeding season. Many people have seen horseshoe crabs but do not realize they are looking at one of the oldest animals on the planet. As "living fossils," horseshoe crab ancestors can be traced back through the geologic record to around 445 million years ago, 200 million years before dinosaurs existed! Horseshoe crabs are actually not true crabs at all, being more closely related to arachnids than to crustaceans. Horseshoe crabs have changed very little in the last 350 million years. Structure suits function and they are designed perfectly. Their tank-like shell is actually divided into a front shell, a hinged back shell, and a spike-like tail. The tail can be used to flip the animal upright if it is overturned. When mating, the smaller male crab attaches himself to the top of the larger femaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shell by using his specialized front claws shaped like boxing gloves. The male fertilizes the eggs as the female lays them in a nest in the sand. Some males (often called satellite males) do not attach to females but still have success in fertilizing the female's eggs as they crowd around the attached pair. Why are horseshoe crabs so important? Throughout its range, horseshoe crab eggs are important food sources for migrating shore birds. The Red Knot, in particular, relies on the abuncontinued on page 22

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ISLAND PAIRINGS

Nantucket’s Other Beaches by Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie Warmer weather on the horizon enables us to be a little more adventurous in our beach exploration. While there are a number of tried and true, easy accessible sand spots that are the regular go-to beaches of Nantucket, the fact that the entire island is surrounded by beach should encourage you to venture off the beaten path as you wish and discover a less inhabited part of the island. Each beach is able to offer a distinct experience, and the same holds true in making your summer rosé wine selections. Why not make it a perfect pairing for your next beach excursion by exploring these beaches less traveled and the rosé to accompany it?

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THE TRINITY COLLECTION Fine Timepieces & Jewelry

• Pierre Kunz • IWC • Martin Braun • Vacheron • U Boat • Chopard • CVSTOS • Graham • Panerai

• Cuervo y Sobrinos • E.Townsend • Franck Muller • Ulysse Nardin • Cartier • Alpina • Bremont • Rolex Vintage & Modern

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DYNAMIC DIONIS BEACH Just off the rolling bike path that leads to Madaket, the leisurely threemile jaunt from town to gain access to this north shore beach will take you down Eel Point Road. The sound of calm, soothing waters awaits you, with a gentle surf that is perfect for wading. The sand is hard-packed, making it ideal for a game of Kan Jam, Pro Kadima or tossing around the football. Here you are also sheltered by the high standing dunes, which are much appreciated on those breezy island days. This easily accessible beach has a moderate size parking area and offers limited facilities for those who feel more at ease knowing there is the comfort of a potty close by. Hint: Look for the large boulder marked “Dionis” to know you are heading in the right direction. There is also a bus stop at Eel Point Road. What to Pack: Spy Valley Single Estate Rosé, Marlborough, NZ 2017 When most people think of wines from New Zealand, they think of Sauvicontinued on page 23

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Events & Entertainment Events are updated daily at Nantucket.net

THURSDAY, MAY 31

10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm.

1:30 PM - NHA’s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck Oysters and Littlenecks for just $1 each at The Sandbar on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 4:30 to 7 PM - Buckle and Shake Live music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm Road, 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee at The Rose & Crown Live music at this downtown hot spot! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 5 to 7 PM - Syltbar Sparkling Summer Soiree Make your summer soiree sparkle with Mr. & Mrs. Syltbar. Taste this premium prosecco & sparkling wine from Italy low in sugar & calories. Epernay Wine & Spirits 1 N. Beach Street, 508-228-2755 EpernayWines.com 6 to 7 PM - Free LVA English Classes Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced classes for those seeking to improve English language skills. The class is open to all, conducted in English, No preregistration required. Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India St 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com continued on page 10

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ISLAND COOKING

Where It All Began by Maryjane Mojer Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm

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CHARTER FISHING VOTED NANTUCKET’S BEST CHARTER BOAT

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My career in restaurants began as a waitress. Though not many believe it, I had always wanted to wait tables. It just seemed like such a great job. Active, busy, serving people great food. I started waitressing for Robin and EJ at EJ Harvey’s, where Island Pharmacy is now located. I loved every minute of it! After EJ’s, I started baking at 21 Federal Bakery with Maeve Harrington and Connie Sturgis, and was welcomed into a group of beloved, talented bakers who were generous with their friendship and their recipes. Tina Fournier and Liz Holland were just up the street at Center Street Cafe. I can still taste Liz’s Sesame Cottage Loaf. After 21, I moved on to The Boarding House, owned by Bob Kuratek, then to Le Languedoc, Provisions, Straight Wharf, and Nantucket Clambake Company, Nantucket Bagel Company, Nantucket Yacht Club, and finally to Bartlett’s Farm, with guest appearances and pit stops in several other places including a very brief (one day) stint at Easy Street Restaurant. Though it may seem like a long list, it was, in fact, my education, and each restaurant brought new ideas, new menus, and new experiences. Any technique or recipe that I wanted to learn was there for the asking. Long before the web or cell phones, walking in the backdoor and calling the kitchen phones was the preferred mode of communication. It was a very special club. Restaurants competed through the front doors, but the back doors were always open, always welcoming.

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Join a guided oversand adventure tour of this remote wildlife refuge and climb to the top of the Great Point Lighthouse and get a birds eye view! 9am & 1pm Daily: Member $40, Non-member $60, Child (5-12) $30 or Private Tours for 8 People $350 • Call for reservations & information •

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Sail Endeavor a Nantucket tradition. established 1982 1 1/2-HOUR TRIPS DEPART DAILY 10AM • 1PM • 4PM $50 PER PERSON SUNSET SAIL $70

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Last Islanders by Robert P. Barsanti I woke up to dubstep. The Bulgarian Power Team who tend the realtor’s houses on our street had keyed up some Central European Trap Music to blast over the sound of the riding mowers and their earphones. They had pulled into one of the empty gravel driveways across the street, opened the gate on the trailer, sent the riding mowers out upon increasingly eccentric orbits, and then dropped the beat. Thirty minutes later, they were gone. About twenty years ago, lawn mowing became landscaping. One lawnmower sticking out of a trunk has been replaced by pickup trucks, and then trucks with trailers. Lawn mowing required a good hat, a few gas cans, and some oil. Landscaping needs a fleet, a greenhouse, and a degree. Lawn mowing was a cash side job that would keep your summer in beer and bluefish. Now, landscaping is a profession. God bless it, I know many on this island who pay the mortgage, feed the kids, and put their names on the side of a few trucks by virtue of this new profession. Vito Capizzo died this week. While the New Yorker, Yankee Magazine, and the Globe will remember him for his exploits coaching football, I will also remember him for his lawn mowing. In my first years on-island, I rented a house from the Sylvia’s on Meadowview Road. Vito came by once every two weeks and mowed the lawn, whether it needed it or not. Then, he would heave the lawnmower into the back of his pickup and head off for another job. His generation of islanders has been slipping away; it has always been thus. We work, we grow old, we die. This spring has included notable names, like Fee, Glowacki, and Burchell, but every spring, every month, every weekend finds the island losing someone who was our history in one way or another. But the passing of this cohort of islanders might mark the end of something else. They may be the last islanders. During the great glory days of Whaler football, in the eighties and nineties, Vito dominated the fall. Crepe paper and balloons decorated the streets, the stands filled on Saturday afternoons, and the losing team was accompanied and serenaded down to the boat. Elementary school kids ran to the Boy’s and Girl’s Clubs to play, while the majority of the males in the high school suited up for Saturday. The Super Bowl winning alumni played touch football on Sundays. Men wore varsity jackets into their forties. Whaler football (and cheerleading) was the chain that bound grandfathers to fathers to sons. If you were a young man on this island and you wanted to succeed in the trades, you needed football more than you needed math, English, and woodshop. The connections made in that locker room plumbed many houses and shingled many roofs. Sweat was Collective Equity; the electrician may not pick up the phone if it was someone else, but if the other number connected to a Whaler, he would probably make room on a Sunday morning to wire a basement. The boats, houses, and fortunes of island tradesmen started on Vito’s gridiron. Henry Fee had the same effect on the restaurants downtown. The cooks and waitresses at 21 Federal and the Club Car started making sandwiches and lobster pie at the Skipper. His workers spread out across the island, settled down, had families, and kept working. continued on page 12

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket Celebrating Our 48th Year

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Writers - Robert P. Barsanti, Jenny Benzie, Dr. Sarah T. Bois, Jack Fritsch, Maryjane Mojer

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Cover Photographs - YI Staff & 2017 Photo Contest Entries

Ethan & Anora: Packing to head North • Solveig: Practicing for the recital

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ANTIQUES SNIPPETS

A Piggin for When You Need a Noggin Commonly asked questions and misunderstandings about antiques… and the odd or end fascinating bit! A piggin: you’ve probably never heard of one, and possibly never even seen one. You don’t know what you’ve been missing… literally. A piggin is a small wooden pail with one stave extended upward as a handle, or in other words, a small bucket-shaped dipper with a long vertical handle. They were used for dipping soft soap, hot water, a small drink of ale (“noggin”), or what-have-you. In these parts they were standard issue in whale boats for bailing out the bilge. Antiques Snippets are provided by Jack Fritsch, proprietor of the Antiques Depot at 2 S. Beach Street (across from the Nantucket Yacht Club) NantucketAntiquesDepot.com .

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 6

FRIDAY, JUNE 1 6:30 to 8:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Town Walk Join MMA’s Field Ornithologist on a unique birding experience around the island. Transportation provided and a limited number of excellent binoculars available for loan.Pre-registration required: 508-228-9198 Maria Mitchell Association $20 (members $5) 508-228-9198. MariaMitchell.org 8 to 10 AM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets: 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50, 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Guided Nature Walk Nature walk with Dr. Sarah Bois, LLNF Director of Research & Education. Linda Loring Nature Foundation 110 Eel Point Rd., $10 (free for members) 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Acoustic Music by Jeff Ross

Listen to local musician Jeff Ross at The Sandbar at Jetties Beach. 6 PM - George Russell in Concert George Russell in Concert Bennett Hall 62 Center Street, 508-228-4305 TheatreNantucket.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com continued on page 11

High Speed Ferry

The WAVE will now be operating a year-round fixed route bus service! YEAR ROUND SERVICE:

- SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE -

MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$2, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 every 30 mins. weekdays 7am-9pm,

weekends 7am-9pm; 5/14-6/10 and 9/15-10/8 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30pm; 6/11-9/3 every 15 mins. 7am to midnight; 9/4-9/14 every 15 mins. 7am to 11:30pm MIACOMET LOOP.....$2, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 every 30 mins. weekdays 7am-9pm, weekends 7am-9pm; 5/14-6/10 and 9/15-10/8 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30pm; 6/11-9/3 every 20 mins. 7am to midnight; 9/4-9/14 every 20 mins. 7am to 11:30pm SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$3, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 weekdays 7am to 9pm, weekends 7am to 7pm – service along Old South Road/Nobadeer Farm Road with limited trips to Sconset daily. 5/14-6/10 and 9/4-10/8 7:15am to 11:15pm every 60 minutes; 6/11-9/3 7:15am to midnight every 60 minutes.

SEASONAL SERVICE:

MADAKET.....$3, 5/25-6/17 & 9/4-9/16, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins; 6/18-9/3 every 30 mins. AIRPORT ROUTE.....$3, 6/16-9/3 10am-6pm every 20 mins. SCONSET VIA MILESTONE RD.....$3, 6/14-9/3 7:15am-7:15pm, every 60 mins. SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$3, 6/25-9/3 10am-6pm, every 80 mins. SURFSIDE BEACH.....$3, 6/18-9/3 10am-6pm, every 40 mins. JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$2, 6/18-9/3 10am-6pm, every 30 mins. Half fares: 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, veterans & active military. Children 6 & under ride free. Change is only given in the form of a voucher for future rides only. Drivers do not make change. DOWNTOWN BUS STOPS: Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes - look for grey posts with blue stripes. Madaket & Jetties – Broad St, in front of the Whaling Museum • Airport, Surfside & Sconset via Polpis – Washington St. Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Rd and Milestone Road – Washington Street, Greenhound Site PARK & RIDE LOTS ARE AVAILABLE ALONG THE ROUTES: The Muse – 44 Surfside Rd • The Chicken Box – 5 Daves St • Faregrounds (7am-5pm) – 27 Fairgrounds Rd All buses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible. 1, 3, & 7 day passes for unlimited travel may be purchased aboard all buses. For complementary paratransit or TDD service call (508) 325-7516. Bus info (508) 228-7025. Riders Guides are available at NRTA 20R South Water St., Visitor Services 25 Federal St., Chamber of Commerce 0 Main St., Greenhound Building, on all buses, and at downtown stops. nformation and amenities are available at the Greenhound Building on Washington Street daily from April 27-May 13 and Sept.10-Dec. 31 from 10am to 6pm. May 14-Sept. 9 from 9:30am to 6:30pm. Hours are subject to change.

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

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7 to 8:15 PM - Free Documentary Film: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All of Meâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; With Director Bess Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Film focuses on lives of women, girls, & boys caught in the downward spiral of eating disorders and struggles of them and their families to regain a sense of selfcompassion and healing. Screening followed by a discussion with director Bess Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien + 2 featured in the film. Cosponsored with Fairwinds - Nantucketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Counseling Center. Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street. 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Morejuice Music and Dancing at the Rose & Crown 23 S. Water Street, 508-228-2595

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 8 to 10 AM - Smooth Hummocks Hike Smooth Hummocks is Nantucketâ&#x20AC;&#x161; version of the Midwestâ&#x20AC;&#x161; prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil. Smooth Hummocks is a fascinating island ecosystem with many things to teach us. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm. 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 to 11:30 AM - Free Ice Cream Social for Kids up to 5 Years A fun Family event for families with kids under 5 (older siblings welcome). Nantucket Music Center 56 Center St 508-228-7285 x1166 10 AM to 12 PM - â&#x20AC;&#x153;How to Properly Clean Historic Gravestonesâ&#x20AC;? Join curator of the Mitchell House & the Prospect Hill Cemetery Assn historian for

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a short talk about stone monuments & their conservation. Class will then go to the Prospect Hill Cemetery where participants will learn how to properly clean stone monuments. Maria Mitchell Assn: 508-228-2896 MariaMitchell.org 10 AM to 3 PM - Free Nantucket Young Playwright Workshop Join award-winning writer, director and teacher Jay Craven for a series of play-writing workshops. Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street, NantucketAtheneum.org 10:30 AM - NHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Booksigning with James Sulzer Meet the author and have him sign your copy of his newest book IDENTITY SWAP at Mitchellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 11 AM to 12:30 PM - Italian Cheese Making with Elisabetta Hitchcock Experience the culture and cooking of the Campania region of Italy with mastercheese-maker and Italian cook, Elisabetta Hitchcock. Alive cooking demo culminating in tastes & snacks. Cash bar. Nantucket Culinary 22 Federal St. Tickets: $25, 508-228-2665 NantucketCulinary.com 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm. 1:30 PM - NHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2 to 4 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout See the sand, gravel, & boulders laid down during Wisconsinan Glacial Stage, an ocean bottom created during the Sangamonian Interglacial Stage, & pavement of glacial material during the Illinoian Glacial Stage. On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see all 3 layers up close & learn about Nantucketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s geological past. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com continued on page 13

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Last Islanders from page 8

GRA AY LA LAD DY Blue to Black Skies ht to the From brilliant summer light darkest edges of nigh ht.

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Most of us do not mourn the dead. We mourn the living. We want to believe in the glorious lie; the world does not change very much. So much depends on our belief in that lie. We want the lie that millionaires mow the lawns of billionaires. We want to believe the world Vito lived in still exists, where a football coach by dint of hard work, luck, and lawnmowers could buy his house and some rental houses for income. We want to believe that the Guild of Whalers will build you success. But lies wear out. We, the living, can’t make enough money to stay out here. We can’t do what the last islanders have done, we can’t get the mortgages, cut the deals, and mow the lawns. Without luck, wealth, and delusion, you can’t stay. No amount of sweat equity and inside knowledge can change that. And that is what we mourn. When the word came out that Vito had died, the local Whalers put out a call to meet at the football field. Thirty men showed up; the rest had already left on the boat for the night. Most of the members of the Guild of Whalers live in Mashpee now. Henry, Phyllis, Mary, and Vito were the last islanders. They thrived out here when Nantucket was an island and not a hashtag. The banks’ investments ended at the beach, the houses were owned by people with first names you knew, and the offensive line would become the selectmen. America could only touch us with a plane, a boat, or a phone call. With enough fog in the air, it couldn’t touch us at all. Nantucket is no longer that island. Our electricity, our finances, and our children travel back and forth from the mainland. The island hangs, wrapped and suspended in the international web of commerce and capitalism. It sways and wobbles from one “disruption” to another. The ferries slurped up the airlines, summer homes became investment properties, and AirBnB bled the inns. We are squeezed in a web by a million threads that we crafted and then wound around ourselves. We would like to think that the island will continue on, as it always has. It will change again into something else. Another set of landscapers will take over for the Bulgarian Power Team. The fog will clear, the waves will break at Nobadeer, and the grass will grow. History belongs to the people who stay. However they do it.

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 11

3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck Oysters and Littlenecks for just $1 each at The Sandbar on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road.

3 to 6 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake

Listen to this Nantucket country/bluegrass group at The Sandbar at Jetties Beach. 3 to 7 PM - The Cosmic Jibaros Live music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, 508-325-5929, CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee at The Rose & Crown Live music at this downtown hot spot! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 7 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Mikey Music and Dancing at the Rose & Crown 23 S. Water Street, 508-228-2595 www.theroseandcrown.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 7 AM to 1 PM - Benedict Sunday Savor one of several special versions of Eggs Benedict every Sunday morning at The Downyflake, new specials each week. 18 Sparks Ave. 8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat known as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wild-

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flowers. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St. $50, 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

10:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch

Savor a new twist on breakfast dishes & savory fare at Proprietors, 9 India Street. Reservations: 508-228-7477 12 to 2 PM - The Comet Chaser - A Family Fun Event Join Maria Mitchell Assn at Cisco Brewers to celebrate comets & Maria Mitchell. Outdoor science activities for children and adults. In honor of the event, Cisco Brewers has developed a signature cocktail called Comet Chaser. A portion of the sales + cover charge for this event benefits Maria Mitchell Assn. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. CiscoBrewers.com 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, & 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm. 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. continued on page 14

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DINNER 6pm to 10pm closed Sunday

Our bus is air-conditioned, with reclining seats and large windows.

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 13

2 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot, see & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck Oysters and Littlenecks for just $1 each at The Sandbar on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3 to 7 PM - The Cosmic Jibaros Live Music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm Road, 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Soprano Greta Feeney in Concert Feeney made her international debut with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. A baroque specialist, Feeney has performed as a soloist in some of the world‘s most prestigious concert halls. The Dreamland 17 S. Water Street, 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 5 PM - 25th Annual Dreamcatcher Dinner & Auction Sip & bid at the auction, hors d’oeuvres & raw bar, dinner & dancing in the Nantucket Yacht Club. Proceeds benefit Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket. Nantucket Yacht Club , Tickets $275. 508-825-8325 pascon.org 5 to 6:30 PM - Wine & Cheese Reception honoring Dr. Garry Mack Come Celebrate Dr. Gerry Mack with Nantucket Arts Council. Nantucket Culinary 22 Federal Street, 508-228-2665 NantucketArtsCouncil.org 6:30 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike Catch an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island with Nantucket Walkabout Guide Peter Brace. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon and stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. 508-228-2595

MONDAY, JUNE 4 8 AM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Part 2 of this hike is a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50, 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm. 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 AM to 4 PM - Opening Day for Maria Mitchell Association Today the MMA Natural Science Museum, Aquarium, Historic Mitchell House open, and tours of the Vestal Observatory begin. See the blue lobster donated by Glidden’s Seafood & our orange lobster Clementine! Today is free; membership details for free & discounted admission all season at MariaMitchell.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s

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Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm. 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2 to 4 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets: 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck Oysters and Littlenecks for just $1 each at The Sandbar on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3 to 7 PM - Jamie McLean Duo Live Music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm Road, 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Jacob Butler at The Rose & Crown Live music at this downtown hot spot! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com

TUESDAY, JUNE 5 7 to 9:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Field Expedition Join Maria Mitchell Association Field Ornithologist on a unique birding experience around the island. Transportation provided; limited number of excellent binoculars for loan. Pre-registration required: 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 8 AM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout See the sand, gravel, & boulders laid down during Wisconsinan Glacial Stage, an ocean bottom created during the Sangamonian Interglacial Stage, & pavement of glacial material during the Illinoian Glacial Stage. On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see all 3 layers up close & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning for Ages 2-7 Fun and engaging songs, singing games, & movement activities to teach musical skills to the very young. Tickets the day of the program when the library opens. Nantucket Atheneum 1 India St. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm. 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. continued on page 24

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Environmental Consulting Firm (TRI-S) to advise and manage environmental pollution cleanup projects, and the Director of Operations for the Organic Trade Association during the start-off period of growth for that industry, involved in the creation of standards, regulations, and the promotion of organic products. He remains enthusiastic, even “If passionate: you ever have questions any about organics, really, anything at all, just call me!” While at the Trade Association, he was deeply involved in concluding our first Trade Agreement with South Korea… so all that Kimchee around… that’s probably his fault. It was clearly exciting work, and rewarding, but David said he missed the education field and working with non-profits: “I was ready for a change.” When the opportunity arose in 2015 to become the Executive Director of our Maria Mitchell Association, he took the plunge. “It was

a good time to do it. If I was ever going to try something like this, moving to an island, I was 55, it was now or never.” I can imagine broaching the subject with Shelley… “You’re thinking of doing what?” Actually, they were both intrigued, and Shelley encouraged him. The Maria Mitchell Association presents exciting new opportunities and challenges. It is the third oldest non-profit on island (established in 1902), and features a very large and diverse program. They operate two observatories, a natural science museum, and an aquarium, in addition to preserving the birthplace of Maria Mitchell herself. They offer a wide variety of science and history-related programming throughout the year. They have a staff of 40 people, and a total of 100 volunteers and interns, comprising both students and adults, from on- and off-island. They receive around 200 applications each year just for the six openings for astronomy internships alone. No surprise there, since the astronomy program is superb and widely continued on page 18

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respected: of the 27 interns at work at Maria Mitchell, five or six go on for their PhD degrees. When David arrived on the scene, he assessed the strengths and weaknesses of the organization, and decided he would first focus on promotion: too many people, both tourist and resident, do not fully understand what the Maria Mitchell Association is or what they do. This year in particular—the 200th anniversary of the birth of Maria Mitchell—David and his team are very busy with a yearlong schedule of activities, special events, and community outreach. They have co-produced a special exhibit on their namesake at the NHA Whaling Museum and are working on a program on plants at the Atheneum; an exhibit at the Pacific National Bank on Maria’s discovery of a comet (she had her telescope set up on their roof at the time); a symposium on “Women in Science” at Babson College; a Birthday Parade, and more. This Sunday, June 3, they are hosting a family afternoon at Cisco Brewery featuring the launch of the signature “Comet Chaser” cocktail. Last week they held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the new Maria continued on page 19

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Mitchell Association Research Center, with updated classroom and research space as well as a state-of-the-art home for the MMAs biological collections. David is still busy planning a host of additional special pop-up events all season long…check the Calendar of Events in this publication and on Nantucket.net for dates and times. How has it been adjusting from life in the rolling mountains of Vermont, to the confining sand dunes of an off-shore island? David and Shelley feel that “Nantucket is amazing! There is so much going on here, so many interesting things to do. Much more than Vermont. The Dreamland is terrific… the family membership is just amazing!” They also love the sense of place here: “it’s like stepping back 30 years.” They are also impressed by the closeness and friendliness of the community. It is, after all, a very small town on a small island. Although we live in the Age of Communication, where information is exchanged quicker than thought by ever more sophisticated technology… that technology would appear to be superfluous here on Nantucket: “News gets around here faster by word-of-mouth than any technology could compete. Everyone out here seemed to know us even before we landed on the dock.” That can be both good and bad. Nantucket is a tight, supportive community, but if you are not familiar with living in a small town it might take some getting used to. And there is the remoteness… it can take an effort to get off the island. “Everyone here must be a very good planner… and weather watcher. It seems every time we need to go off, there’s always a storm.” Life is certainly different than on the mainland. Among the things they like best about Nantucket is how it’s such a good place to walk and bike around. There are so many new places to discover and explore. He has been bitten by the arrowheading bug. Shelley and he also look forward to getting to know the harbor better. They have learned to scallop (and of course have developed their own secret new and improved techniques). David is also a self-professed novice sailor, and confessed that sailing out here is a lot different than sailing on a lake in Vermont. He has become an enthusiastic member of Community Sailing. He beams “It was the Best Birthday present EVER!” Now there’s a hint for spouses far and wide. We are looking forward to seeing what the Maria Mitchell Association has planned for us this season... and I for one am looking forward to seeing David out sailing in the harbor.

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Though I do miss the sounds and the smells of the kitchen (albeit only by a few feet as my current office is just down the hall), I’ve found that many of the same efficiencies and philosophies are applicable in my role as Market Manager. Rotation, knowing where your ingredients come from, that sense of urgency and teamwork, sharing recipes and ideas, it’s all part of Customer Service. I so value my friendships that came from my time in kitchens and have a strong bond with many of my former coworkers. Call it muscle memory or commitment, but I’ve worked various school functions with some of them over the years, and we all simply pick up where we left off and fall into the same routines. I’m an avid notetaker and have several journals and notebooks filled with various recipes from all of the restaurants and many of my friends and coworkers over the years. Some were in their handwriting, some had names, some were just scribbles on a napkin, but they all evoke fond memories of kitchens I’ve had the joy of working in.

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garlic over low to medium heat until soft and translucent. Add anchovy filets, and continue cooking over low heat until they are dissolved. Add ground linquicia and reserved clam juice. Add roughly chopped clams. Add white wine to deglaze pan, scrapping up all of the goodness. Simmer for five minutes and then remove from heat. Stir in bread crumbs. Place a heaping spoonful into each shell. Dot each with a bit of butter. Bake for approximately 12-15 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika and serve with lemon wedges

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BOARDING HOUSE SWEET POTATO PEPPER MUFFINS Preheat oven to 350 Spray or grease muffin tin 3 eggs 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup canola oil 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes 3 cups all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper In a mixer bowl with whip attachment, beat eggs with sugar until thick. Add oil, beat until combined. Add cooked, mashed, sweet potatoes, mix until combined. Add dry ingredients and mix until thoroughly blended. Spoon into prepared muffin tins, filling each one 2/3 full. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until center springs back when touched.

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dance of horseshoe crab eggs in the late spring when migrating northward. One female horseshoe crab can lay over 88,000 eggs! Over time, the migration patterns and timing of many birds have evolved to coincide with the abundant horseshoe crab egg availability. Crabs, shrimp, and small fish also eat the eggs and small juvenile horseshoe crabs. Horseshoe crabs have a copper-based blue blood which contains a substance called Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL). This unique factor of their physiology make them extremely important in the biomedical industry. The LAL compound coagulates in the presence of small amounts of bacterial toxins and is used to test for sterility of medical equipment. Anyone who has had an injection, vaccination, or surgery has benefitted from horseshoe crabs. After the crabs are “bled” and some of their blood is collected, the crabs are released back into the wild where they were captured. Horseshoe crabs are also harvested to be used as bait for whelk and eel (with a state-issued permit). This fishery is managed at the interstate level by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC). Every year, the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries submits a compliance report on horseshoe crab numbers, including catch information. In 2016, the latest available report online, 52 of 230 horseshoe crab bait permits issued by Marine Fisheries were actively fished. That same year, fishermen reported catching 101,642 crabs for bait. Only four of the 14 biomedical harvest permits were actively fished in 2016. Those catch numbers are confidential, though the animals are returned to the water after “bleeding.” Recent closures of the horseshoe crab fisheries in New Jersey, New York, and other neighboring states are expected to increase harvest pressure on dwindling populations of Massachusetts horseshoe crabs. As a first response, the state has reduced the annual quota and prohibited harvests around the full moons from late April through June. What is Nantucket doing to help protect our horseshoe crab populations? It is crucial that state managers have good estimates of the number of horseshoe crabs in Massachusetts before they can set appropriate harvest quotas. Since 2009, the Nantucket Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) have been consistently surveying two beaches on Nantucket (Warren’s Landing in Madaket Harbor and Monomoy Beach in

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Nantucket Harbor) to document population sizes of mating horseshoe crabs. This collaborative regional volunteer effort has been spearheaded by the Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries to document population trends. Surveys like this are conducted all around New England on the same days and nights each spring. Organizations like MMA and NCF train teams of staff and volunteers to monitor the populations on the selected beaches. Because there is such a long-term set of data, researchers can use this information to track horseshoe crab populations as they fluctuate over the years. Surveys are done at high tide around the new and full moons from late April to late June. This is the ideal time to survey because the horseshoe crabs are mating and come into shore at high tides to lay eggs. Over the years, island scientists have found that there is typically one survey session with the highest density of crabs. They have also found that crabs are usually seen more at the night surveys and less frequently in the day, although there are still plenty to see if you take a stroll this season! Horseshoe crabs are best seen on the harbor beaches during high tides. If you see a horseshoe crab on the beach, please let it be. Taking photos is fine, but also be careful to keep dogs and children from disturbing them. After all, they are mating!

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gnon Blanc. A small amount of red wine is also carefully grown in this region, hence making this lovely rosé wine from a blend of mostly Pinot Noir, with small amounts of Syrah and Malbec. Peach and strawberry fruit aromas on the nose, this dry wine is thirst quenching after a long bike ride with grapefruit flavors that complement the nose and a backbone of minerality, perfect for sipping by the water.

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For anyone looking for more surf and some great people watching, head over to the south shore ocean beaches along the southwest edge of the island. Drive straight on Bartlett Farm Road. You’ll hit the sand just past the turn off to the farm, then continue directly forward to reach the somewhat secluded Ladies Beach. Here you will enjoy the rugged, natural beauty of the shoreline sans facilities or lifeguards. Parking is limited and it is a little bit of a walk to transport your goods to the sand, but well worth it to spend a long afternoon here. Bring your surfboard and a leash for the dog at this spot, along with a light jacket as it can get cool as you watch the awe inspiring, multi-colored light show of a sunset in the early evening. NOTE: You do not need a driving permit in order to reach this destination, but do be cautious when driving on the sand, especially if your vehicle does not have 4WD. Cooler Essential: Pasqua “11 Minutes” Rosé delle Venezie, Italy 2017 Famiglia Pasqua has created this fine blend from the most noble native grapes of their region like Corvina and Trebbiano di Lugana, with a touch of Syrah and Carmenère. The name “11 Minutes” refers to the duration of skin contact that adds the pink color before pressing the grapes. Corvina adds a floral component to the wine and much appreciated acidity for a clean, crisp finish. Trebbiano brings elegance and a long aftertaste, while Syrah offers a succulent spiciness and Carmenére provides the overall structure of this mouth-watering wine. It’s such a crowd pleaser, it may only take you 11 minutes to finish the bottle.

QUIET QUIDNET BEACH If you want to hide away for that secret rendezvous or just avoid seeing anyone you know on your day off, adventure to the less inhabited eastern side of the island. This isolated area offers you the peace, quiet, and serenity that you may be looking for. Located off Quidnet Road and hence the name of the beach, you will continue on Polpis Road past the turn for Wauwinet

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Named after a Native American Indian who centuries ago was the lookout in this area for whales, Tom Nevers refers to an area located in the southeast corner of the island. This neighborhood is known for being extremely remote and so far out, yet it is where many a glamorous weddings are held, along with the Nantucket Island Fair in the fall. There is a group who would like to establish a museum in the bunker there that was originally built during the Cold War to protect President Kennedy. Public beach access is available from the end of Wanoma Way, or you can park at Tom Nevers Field and walk over to the beach from there. Because there is a bit of a walk, most people are completely unaware of the pristine beach that awaits them away from the crowds. The sand here is coarse and the waves way bigger: be careful of riptides in the ocean. The long stretch of a beach is a much-appreciated serene nature for birding, whale watching, and surf casting. Take Me with You: Hentley Farm Rosé, Barossa Valley, Australia 2017 This is a rosé made for serious wine drinkers. A traditional Barossa rosé, it is a blend of mostly Grenache (as commonly found in Côtes de Provence rosés) and a touch of Shiraz (aka Syrah). The nose is full of raspberry and red currants, with an attractive creamy texture followed by a dry, crisp finish. An outstanding level of intensity in this wine makes it a homerun for a true rosé connoisseur.

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and take the next left turn. Here you will find fine soft sand between your toes and a perfect area for combing the beach for shells. Be sure to bring a selection of delectable cheeses to enjoy with your lovely wine while enjoying the latest book you picked up from Nantucket Bookworks. Rosé Respite: Cellar Frisach “L’Abrunet de Frisach Rosato,” Terra Alta, Spain 2017 This certified organic wine is made from a trio of varietals that are somewhat similar based on their parenthood, yet also very different due to their subsequent mutations: Garnacha Gris, Garnacha Blanca, and Garnacha Negra. The single vineyard is located in the Catalonia region of Spain, experiencing hot days in the sun and cool nights from the coastal breeze. The nose and mouth on this wine are both very generous with wild strawberry and red apple skin. The smooth finish will have you salivating for more, just like a good book has you turning to the next page.

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We also carry pipes and pipe tobacco, vaporizers & eliquid, and more!

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8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns & American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 to 10:30 AM - Bird Walk Bird walk with Seth Engelbourg, LLNF Naturalist Educator & Program Manager. Meets at 7:45am at Linda Loring Nature Foundation 110 Eel Point Rd. $10. 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St. $50, 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Pre-registration is required (limited space): 508-228-9198 9:30 to 10 AM - Carnivorous Critters at Maria Mitchell Assn. Before the MMA Natural History Museum opens to the public, have a unique experience of seeing the museum animals eat: turtles, frogs, fish, snakes, & more. Preregistration required: 508-228-9198 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 12:15 PM - Rotary Speaker: Joe Grause President, Habitat for Humanity Nantucket, Update Fairgrounds Restaurant 27 Fairgrounds Road, free 508-228-4095 TheFaregrounds.com continued on page 38

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Island Fun & Shopping Adventure / Eco-Tours Great Point Natural History Tour 508-228-6799 Natural Discovery Tours Thurs-Mon at 9am & 1pm Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge Tours offered through mid-October Join our naturalist guide on an over-sand vehicle Natural History Tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. We also offer Private Tours. Tours are offered Thursday-Monday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car! thetrustees.org/ccwr

Nantucket Walkabout

508-422-7466

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

Shearwater Excursions

508-228-7037 Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Sunset Cruise, & more Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the Excursion that suits you best: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises (some with a Raw Bar), Whaling History Tours, Clamming Excursions, Kid’s Fishing Trips, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available. We specialize in creating a memorable experience for all! shearwaterexcursions.com

Apparel & Accessories Blue Beetle

Open Daily - new gifts for the season Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227 12 Main Street

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

Commonwealth

Open Daily from 10 am Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

508.680.1399 12 Oak Street

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

Island Cashmere

Open Daily Cashmere, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

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

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Mon-Sat. 10 to 5:30; Sun. 10 to 4 Classic & Updated Clothing for Men, Women, & Children

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. Nantucketreds.com

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

Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages

Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices. Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and year-round. Fax number: 508228-6568. nobbyshop.com

Peter Beaton

down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street

508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

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

Sara Campbell

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

508-680-1626 5 South Beach St.

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

Art Reproduction, Posters, & Printing The UPS Store

Open Mon-Sat Locally owned & operated

508-325-8884 New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road Large format Printing, Family Photos, Posters, & more

THE UPS STORE has moved! Stop by their new location at 61 Old South Road for high quality, full color art reproductions. You’ll hardly tell the difference! The banners and posters they print for you will get your message across—stop in and see their samples! THE UPS STORE also offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. Their professional service and expert advice is unmatched. Also, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Artists & Galleries Artists Association of Nantucket

Open daily Check the Calendar for openings

508-228-0294 19 Washington St.

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET’s J. Cecelia & Seward Johnson Gallery is the only gallery that exclusively shows the work of Nantucket artists. Over the years, it has become the primary source for art on the island. The downtown building hosts a year-round schedule of changing member exhibitions by established island artists and emerging local talent, as well as juried shows, featured artist shows, auctions, and community-oriented arts events like our annual museum-quality exhibition drawn from the AAN Permanent Collection. The two hundred artist members who exhibit here are residents of Nantucket and their work ranges from paintings to sculpture to photography to a wide variety of media. Take a look at our schedule and join us for one or several of our many wonderful art classes. nantucketarts.org

G. S. Hill Gallery

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

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily and celebrating over three decades at 40 Straight Wharf. His original oil and watercolor paintings capture the image and spirit of Nantucket. The gallery also offers exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. gshill.com

Ireland Galleries 508-228-1907 Open daily 13 Old South Wharf Jewelry, handbags, beachwear, & Lorene Ireland's gorgeous sculpture & art If you're a lover of the arts, even if you're not an artist yourself, then this is the place for you too! There's always something new at IRELAND GALLERIES... paintings, sculpture, and Lorene Ireland's world-famous mosaics and shell designs. Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art!

Miki Lovett - Textile & Print Artist

508-332-2553

Studio by Appointment Unique Textile and Print Art and Accessories

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

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Island Fun & Shopping Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

508-325-7463 167 Orange Street

Open Year-Round Folk Art, antiques, prints, nautical art, ship models

On the Gallery side of NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART you’ll see the work of many local artists including originals by folk artist Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. Through a partnership with Nantucket Stock Exchange, they also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, and ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop and treasures such as carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards carved by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. He is responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s antiques and collectibles are made. Shipping available. Nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com

Banking Cape Cod 5

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

Open Monday-Saturday

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.

Bike Rentals Cooks Cycle

Open Daily Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

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

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

Easy Riders

New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road Bikes

Island Bike Company

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

508-228-4070 25 Old South Road

Finally, there’s a bicycle shop where you don’t have to fight the traffic— ISLAND BIKE COMPANY at 25 Old South Road (just past Amelia Drive)! ISLAND BIKE COMPANY offers bike rentals by the day, week, or month—and that’s not all! They also rent Burley Trailers, Trail-a-Bikes, and single & double baby joggers. Full repair facility and new bike sales also offered. ISLAND BIKE COMPANY is conveniently located on the Old South Road bike path, and they offer free delivery & pickup for rentals. Great rental rates! IslandBike.com

Nantucket Bike Shop

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

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

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

Young’s Bicycle Shop

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

the 3rd generation is running YOUNG’S. The Youngs and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket. Their fleet of CANNONDALE and TREK bikes are well maintained so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. Check out the website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island.” Reservation & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications Yesterday’s Island

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

“Harvey A. Young’s Bicycle Shop “started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with more than 85 years in business,

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

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

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For 48 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND has been the best source for planning your leisure time on Nantucket Island. From Daffodil Festival through Christmas Stroll, you can pick up our print editions, available everywhere, or you can visit us online at YesterdaysIsland.com. After you leave your favorite island, you can stay in touch with the happenings here — find us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and sign up for our free Nantucket eNewsletter — look for the link at the top of Nantucket.net Yesterdaysisland.com

Bookstores Mitchell’s Book Corner

508-228-1080 54 Main Street

Mon-Sat 10am to 6pm & Sun 11am to 4pm See Calendar of Events for our book signings

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for nearly 50 years. In addition to the carefully selected stock of titles in all areas, Mitchell’s Book Corner offers the most extensive selection of books available about Nantucket; from the newest Nantucket beach read to whaling and the island’s history to a selection of local authors. Make time to visit the Nantucket Room upstairs at Mitchell’s; the room dedicated to all of these gripping Nantucket reads! Ask about autographed books. Check the calendar of events for booksignings and special events. mitchellsbookcorner.com

Nantucket Bookworks

508-228-4000 25 Broad Street

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

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

508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road

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

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Buses NRTA

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

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

RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com Service is now provided year-round on select routes and thru mid-October on seasonal routes. See our schedule in this paper or visit nrtawave.com for complete information or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 20R South Water St, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street, or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street. Fares are $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 on any Wave vehicle. nrtawave.com

Car Rentals Affordable Rentals

Open daily Cars, jeeps, mopeds

508-228-3501 6 South Beach Street

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

Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car

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

508-228-9989 at Nantucket Memorial Airport

We are Nantucket Island’s premier auto rental agency, specializing in Jeeps and sport utility vehicles, as well as sedans and minivans. ALL NEW vehicles with beach permits! Whether on the island for a day or for a month, we offer the lowest rates and best service, with free renter

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Island Fun & Shopping pick-up from all boats, hotels, and guest houses. Call ahead for our specials. All major credit cards accepted. Nantucketislandrentacar.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

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

Young’s Bicycle Shop added cars and 4x4’s to their rental fleet in the late 1970s. 4-door JEEP WRANGLERS and HONDA CIVIC SEDANS are their vehicle choices this year. Their Jeeps have manually convertible soft tops with both Town of Nantucket and Great Point beach driving stickers. The Civics are 4-door models with seat belts for 5. All YOUNG’S vehicles come equipped with windshield wipers if it rains (not likely), heaters if it’s cold (not this year), and AC if it’s too hot (it rarely gets too hot on Nantucket). Request a reservation at their website, call during open hours to check price and book a confirmed reservation or come by the shop to see what’s available today. youngsbicycleshop.com

Charters - Sailing & Boating Endeavor

508-228-5585 Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

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

endeavorsailing.com “Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England 2010: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations.

Children’s Apparel Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Mon-Sat. 10 to 5:30; Sun. 10 to 4 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S has an entire department devoted to children’s fashion. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. Nantucketreds.com

Cigars Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Open Weekends Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

508-901-9399 Upstairs at 2 Union Street

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

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

508-228-0294 24 Amelia Drive

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

Concerts Boston Pops on Nantucket at Jetties Beach on Saturday, Aug 11 The Best Summer Event on Nantucket!

508-825-8250 Benefit for Nantucket Cottage Hospital

Rated the Best Summer Event each year on Nantucket, the annual Pops on Nantucket concert

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with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra this year will feature special guest performer RAIN, A Tribute to the Beatles. Gates open at 4:30pm; please be seated by 6:30. Show opener at 6:45, and the show begins at 7:00pm. The evening concludes at 9 pm with a fantastic fireworks show. Don’t miss it! Tickets available now, while they last, at nantuckethospital.org

Confections Aunt Leah’s Fudge

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Free sample available: just ask!

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

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

Unique Artisan Chocolates Created Fresh! Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

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

Contests NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2018 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 2017 Contest are online at nantucket.net. The 2018 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2018. 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

Share the Love Wedding Photo Contest

Share photos of your wedding and win cash!

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

Share photos of your wedding on Nantucket with our readers AND win a cash prize if you get first or second place! You can mail in prints of your wedding pics or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. By entering our contest, you give us permission to publish your photos online at www.NantucketWeddings.com and to use for promotional purposes, so do not send copyrighted photos. nantucketweddings.com

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping The UPS Store

Open Monday - Saturday Locally owned and operated

508-325-8884 New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road

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

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Island Fun & Shopping Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket chocolate covered cranberries. AUNT LEAH’S Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries, both milk and dark chocolate, are not only delicious, but also are loaded with antioxidants proven to have health benefits! Both make unique wedding favors, gifts for special events, or take-home gifts. Another unique gourmet candy is her cranberry “bog frogs,” filled with roasted cashews, dried sweetened cranberries smothered with rich caramel and topped with premium milk chocolate. And you’ve got to try her mouth-watering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan since 1981

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

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

Fishing Charters Albacore

508-228-5074

Private Charters only; Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching Slip 1010, Straight Wharf THE ALBACORE is a 35-foot custom Sport Fisherman with large cockpit and walk-in cabin for complete comfort. Capt. Bob DeCosta, a second-generation charter boat captain, has 50 years of experience fishing Nantucket waters. We offer a variety of private charters from 2-1/2 hour bluefish trips to full day shark and tuna fishing. Whale watches are also available. Fun for the whole family—young, old, inexperienced, or experienced. All equipment is provided, except for cold drinks and sandwiches. Two-and-a-half-hour, five-hour, and full day trips are available. You’ll be fishing within ten to twenty minutes from the dock. Call for reservations or information, or visit Slip 1010 on Straight Wharf. FISH GUARANTEED or your money back. MasterCard and Visa accepted.

Topspin Fishing Charters 508-246-6210 Daily trips, customizable to your needs at the Town Pier, across from public parking TOPSPIN FISHING specializes in Nantucket sport fishing. Captain Carl Bois has 30+ years of experience on the water. Our 32 foot Judge can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people, and we offer the flexibility to customize charters. Let’s go have a fun day on the water! TopspinFishing.com

Furniture Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

Gifts Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Open Weekends Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

Cranberry Products Aunt Leah’s Fudge

May 31-June 6, 2018

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

508-901-9399 Upstairs at 2 Union Street

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

Hill’s of Nantucket

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

Open daily. Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

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

Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop

Sale - up to 25% off select items Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs

508-228-5470 33 Straight Wharf

Visit the NANTUCKET BOAT BASIN AUTHENTIC SHOP and celebrate Nantucket Island with our limited edition apparel and accessories. We have a variety of island merchandise. We offer the highest quality wearables, headwear, and accessories for visitors, boaters, and islanders. You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. Don’t miss our SALE with up to 25% off. nantucketboatbasinshop.com

Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Open Year-Round Residential & Commercial Signs, Quarterboards

508-325-7463 167 Orange Street

As you walk along the cobblestone streets of Nantucket you see Paul & Jean’s handiwork at every turn, from traditional to whimsical—they are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. At NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART, 167 Orange Street, you’ll find treasures by both Master Carver Paul McCarthy and Folk Artist Jean Petty. On the Gallery side you’ll see the work of local artists including originals by Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. Through a partnership with Nantucket Stock Exchange, they also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, and ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop with carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards created by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s antiques and collectibles are made. Shipping available. nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com

Signs, Banners, & Posters

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

Open Monday - Saturday

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

Hats Peter Beaton

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

508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients and philanthropic endeavors as it is for as it is custom fitted straw hats, signature hatboxes, handbags, and authentic Nantucket sailor shirts—Peter Beaton is a hidden gem that you don’t want to miss. Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St. peterbeaton.com

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

Since 1911, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24-hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more. Nantuckethospital.org

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508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

Internet Nantucket.net

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

Island Apps ACK Weather

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

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

Call Nantucket

Your telephone book for Nantucket

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

Nantucket Pearl Company

FREE download for IOS and Android

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

R. Simantov Fine Jewelry

Open daily; appointments recommended contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value 508-228-2505 158 Polpis Road

508-228-0229 21 Centre Street

Open daily Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

Open daily. Gifts for everyone on your list! American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry 508-228-6777

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

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

Home Decor Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

May 31-June 6, 2018

508-228-2918; 917-324-4410 14 Easy Street

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

The Trinity Collection

Open Daily Vintage & Contemporary Watches and Exquisite Jewelry

508-228-7557 50 Main Street

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

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

Jewelry

Mortgages & Banking

Blue Beetle

Open Daily Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227 12 Main Street

Cape Cod Five

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

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 www.capecodfive.com

Museums & Sites Egan Maritime Institute

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

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

Each piece of exquisite Nantucket Pearl Company jewelry by Pam Freitus is specially crafted and includes designs that contain a unique blend of quality fresh water pearls, stones, leather, crystal and glass. Each authentic design can be identified by the small red coral bead. This color marking is symbolic of the Chinese culture and to the country where her business began. Each year Pam returns to Suzhou to collaborate, design and hand-select the pearls she uses. All materials (except the pearls) are American-made. It is Pam’s sincere mission to adorn women with beautiful pearls at affordable prices, available on Nantucket exclusively at NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY. gshill.com

The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Our family-friendly programs and more designed to appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point and Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $6 adults; $4 students 5 to 17; free for members and active duty Military. 158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

G. S. Hill Gallery

Open daily. Home of the Nantucket Pearl Company

Jennifer Greenwood Jewelry

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

508-901-9282 upstairs at 2 Union Street

You’ll find something extra special JENNIFER GREEWOOD’s new downtown studio, upstairs at

Maria Mitchell Association

Programs offered daily

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

The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and, above all, educator, Maria Mitchell who

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Nantucket Historical Association

508-228-1894 15 Broad Street

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

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

Nursery Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

Seal Cruises & Whale Watches

Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and year-round. Fax number: 508228-6568. nobbyshop.com

Smoke Shop Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the Excursion that suits you best: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises (some with a Raw Bar), Whaling History Tours, Clamming Excursions, Kid’s Fishing Trips, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available. shearwaterexcursions.com

Shoes Island Cashmere

Open Daily Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Mon-Sat. 10 to 5:30; Sun. 10 to 4 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Nobby Shop

Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages

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

Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices.

508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

Open Weekends Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

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

Special Events Nantucket Dental Society

201-406-5783

12th Annual Seminar: June 20 to 22, 2018 Register online Nantucket Dental Society offers one of the best continuing education programs in the world, with world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics and techniques. You’ll network with industry leaders, earn CE credits, and experience Nantucket. The 2018 speakers include Dr. Michael Gelb, Dr. Bob Conte, Dr. Cosmo Haralambidis, and Dr. Michael Varallo. Register online at nantucketdental.com nantucketdental.com

Sunglasses Summer Shades

Open daily The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

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

Theatre

Shearwater Excursions

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

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Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

Opening June 6: IT’S ONLY A PLAY Community Theatre at It’s Finest

508-228-4305 at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St

TWN has been the island’s live theatre company for more than 60 years. Their 2018 Season continues June 6 with IT’S ONLY A PLAY, a Broadway comedy about the comedy of Broadway. Tickets are on sale now for this production. And Season Subscriptions, Islander Passes, and Gift Cards are on sale now through July 6! For tickets, passes, and subscriptions, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305, stop by upstairs at 50 Main Street, or visit TheatreWorkshop.com. theatreworkshop.com

Tours - Beach Great Point Natural History Tour

508-228-6799 Natural Discovery Tours Thurs-Mon at 9am & 1pm Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge Tours offered through mid-October Join a guided oversand adventure tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and climb to the top of Great Point Lighthouse. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. Tours are offered every day at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. Tours leave from Town and from Wauwinet. We also offer Private Tours. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car! thetrustees.org/ccwr

Tours - Bus Barrett’s Tours

508-228-0174

1-1/2 hr tour; weekdays at 9:30 am &12:30 pm weekends July 1-Aug 30 at 12:30pm departs from corner of Federal & Chestnut sts Private charters available for weddings and private parties BARRETT’S TOURS is a family-owned and operated company in business for more than 75 years. They operate comfortable, air-conditioned coaches. BARRETT’S tour buses have huge windows that afford views which can’t be matched. BARRETT’S TOURS has a tour weekdays at 9:30 am and at 12:30 pm and weekends (July 1-Aug. 30) at 12:30 pm that departs from the corner of Federal & Chestnut streets, right across from the Information Center. Tickets are available from the driver. Charter bus service for group tours, clambakes, and weddings also available. For tour info & reservations, call us at 508-228-0174. To charter a bus for a wedding

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Island Fun & Shopping or party, fax us your dates and times at 508-228-3823, and BARRETT’S TOURS will call you back to make the arrangements.

Island Tours Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company

774-368-4408 10 Washington Street

NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS is the premiere transportation company on the island. Utilizing our brand new air-conditioned buses, we will ensure you travel in style and comfort! Whether it be a bus tour around Nantucket, your dream wedding, or a company or group outing, we have something to suit you. nantucketbustours.com

Tours - Van Ara’s Van Tours

Text/Call 508-228-1951

9:30am, 12:30, 2:30pm or later in the day Text for Pick-up 2-hour van tour; private charters available 2015+2016+2017 TRIP ADVISOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE: ARA’S TOURS! Enjoy waterfront summer homes; Brant Point Light, Historic 1800 homes; a 1746 Windmill; Great Point Light; a Cranberry Bog, Sankaty Head Light; and, rose covered cottages of 'Sconset. ...on a clear day we can see all three lighthouses! Private charters available ...the value is there. TEXT 508.228.1951 call for pickup. We STOP for photographs. arastours.com

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

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

508-257-6557 Call for pickup

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

Tours - Walking Guided Walking Tours 508-228-1894 Walking Tours offered by the Nantucket Historical Assoc. Departs at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St. Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:30 am. New for 2018: Historic House & Garden Walking Tour at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Tickets: $10 adults, $4 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Over 65 & students $8. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout see website for hikes & times; 508-422-7466 Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple

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Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

Walk in the Footsteps of Maria Mitchell A Self-Guided Walking Tour Available at Visitor Services, 25 Federal St, and the MMA, 4 Vestal St.

In 1847, Maria Mitchell discovered a telescopic comet from atop the Pacific Bank. Her discovery led to world-wide fame as America’s first woman astronomer. Discover her life and her legacy mariamitchell.org of science education that continues today, 200 years after her birth.

Transportation Boat Hy-Line Cruises

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

508-228-3949 Straight Wharf

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

Steamship Authority

Reservations: Daily: 7:30am - 4pm

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, steamshipauthority.com which gets you to Nantucket in just one hour.

Watches The Trinity Collection

Open daily Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

508-228-7557 50 Main Street

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

Weddings Nantucket Weddings

508-228-9165, ext. 101 Enter our Photo Contest www.NantucketWeddings.com All you need to plan a wedding, honeymoon, or anniversary This comprehensive website will guide you through all the steps to planning and holding a wedding on Nantucket. From getting the marriage license right through the honeymoon, you’ll find valuable information all in one easy-to-navigate location. SHARE THE LOVE by submitting your Engagment and Wedding Announcements FREE of charge! This website, beautifully illustrated by island photographers, has links to restaurants that host receptions and rehearsal dinners, lodging establishments, musicians, florists, and many others who will help make your day special. There are also sections devoted to honeymoons on Nantucket, anniversary celebrations, and real Nantucket weddings. Nantucketweddings.com

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

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1 Vestal Street Built in 1790, tour what is now a museum dedicated to astronomer Maria Mitchell and her family. See artifacts from their daily life in the 19th century. Open mid-June to Labor Day for guided tours, 10am-4pm.

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

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

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

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

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

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15R Vestal Street Built in 1806, it was the town’s house of correction until 1933. 8 Howard Street Originally a livestock barn dating to the late 18th century, it was transformed into a summer home and art studio by Gertrude and Hanna Monaghan in the 1930’s. 8 Gardner Street Built in 1886 after the Great Fire, and restored in 2012, this is the last remaining 19th century fire house on the island. Artifacts from Nantucket’s firefighting history are on display.

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

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7 Fair Street Constructed by the Society of Friends as a school in 1838, the island’s last surviving Quaker Meeting House. Open during library hours.

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7 Fair Street Open Mon 10am-4pm, Tue 11am-4pm, Thu-Fri 10am-4pm.

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

Please visit nha.org for hours, tours, ticket prices, and additional information.

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▲ OTHER HISTORICAL POINTS OF INTEREST 2 Easton Street First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England. 62 Centre Street Originally built in 1725, dismantled and moved to its this site in 1765. The current tower was added in 1968. Climb the tower for a view of the town & harbor, seasonal. 1 India Street Books, periodicals, dvds and also a collection of art and artifacts on display from Nantucket’s history. Closed Sun & Mon.

Lower Main Street Once the warehouse of merchant William Rotch, look for the quarterboard naming his 3 Nantucket ships. In 1859, a group of former whaling captains bought it and gathered to play cribbage & tell tales of days at sea. 3 Federal Street Built in 1897. 2 Centre Street Built in 1831. 93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built between 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

Upper Main Street Bears a list of the names of 69 men who died in the Civil War. 20 Fair Street Built in 1838. 29 York Street Built in 1827, the nation’s second oldest still standing building that was erected by free Africans for their own use. 11 Orange Street Built in 1809, houses the town clock and the 1810 Portuguese bell. 49 Union Street Historical and contemporary Nantucket Lightship Baskets

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Nantucket Dining Guide 508-228-2797 17-1/2 Old South Road

All the products you love & mail order online

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 Small batch cookies from scratch

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

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

Brewers & Distillers 508-325-5929 Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm 5 Bartlett Farm Road Tastings, tours, live music and good times! Dogs, kids, and snacks welcome! At CISCO BREWERS we make BIG, all-grain beers in our tiny brewery using traditional methods, fine malts, and whole hops. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, we are the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Take the free shuttle from Visitor Services: every 15 min from noon to 6:30pm or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. ciscobrewers.com

Triple Eight Distillery

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

508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

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

Clubs & Entertainment Rose & Crown

Open daily from 11:30am-1am Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

Theroseandcrown.com THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub with entertainment 7 nights a week in Season. With Karaoke, DJ’s and Live Local Bands, there is something for everyone. We also have the largest screen in town to watch your favorite sporting events. All Craft beers on one of the largest Draft selections on island and delicious Craft Cocktails developed by our seasoned, friendly Barstaff.

Coffee Shops The Bean

The Handlebar Cafe

508-228-6215

Open at 4 India Street & in the mid-island Stop-n-Shop Hot and Iced Coffees and Teas, Smoothies, Snacks

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

The Corner Table Cafe

508-228-2665 Open Daily from 7 am to 9 pm in Nantucket Culinary, 22 Federal Street a family–friendly community space to eat, work, & play We provide delicious and nutritious snacks, meals, and treats inspired by our love of seasonal ingredients & local products. Located at the heart of historic downtown Nantucket, the CORNER TABLE at Broad & Federal sts is family-friendly with great wi-fi and comfortable nooks to eat, work, and play. We provide made-from-scratch, delicious and nutritious snacks, meals, and treats inspired by our love of seasonal ingredients and local products.Pick a book to read from the free library that lives along the windowsills. Choose from a variety of board

508-825-5929 15 Washington Street

handlebar.coffee WWelcome to HANDLEBAR - a community space disguised as a coffee shop! We provide an ideal in-town location for you to come and grab a favorite beverage. We serve up quality espresso drinks, freshly made pastries, and healthy snacks. Enjoy your experience with us while surfing the web on our free WiFi or conversing with friends. When you’re here you can count on being served by our knowledgable and smiling staff. The HANDLEBAR CAFE brings people together over coffee. Stop in and see us!

Light Food & Take-Out Bartlett’s Farm

Open daily plus online shopping Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road

Did you know that BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM prepares mouth-watering baked goods, homemade soups, breads and foccacia, hearty sandwiches, salads, and many more daily seasonal specialties to go? Stop in early for a muffin and freshly brewed coffee, or make it your lunchtime destination for a delicious change from the downtown crowds. BARTLETT’S even has prepared foods that you can take home and heat up for dinner and freshly baked pies you can serve for dessert. Don’t forget that BARTLETT’S also has the freshest island vegetables, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, and beautiful cut flowers. bartlettsfarm.com

The Bean

Open daily from 7 am Hot & Iced Coffees and Teas, Sandwiches, Salads

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games or join an impromptu chess match. The CORNER TABLE CAFE is not just a place to nourish your body, but a community that will cultivate your soul and mind. cornertablenantucket.com

Open Daily from 6:30 am to 6 pm Coffee, community space, and wifi

Bakeries Nantucket Bake Shop

May 31-June 6, 2018

508-228-6215 4 India Street

Nantucket’s favorite coffee shop, THE BEAN, also serves delicious, freshly made salads, sandwiches, breakfast foods, and treats. Start your day with their Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich, a Yogurt Parfait, or a Chocolate Croissant with your freshly brewed cappuccino. If you’ve never tasted their hearty Milano Italian Sandwich or their Tacchino or their Vegan Sandwich, then it’s high time you did! Their Flatbreads have tasty toppings, and their salads are fresh and crisp. Take-out or eat in their cafe setting. You can call ahead or order online for faster service. mkt.com/the-bean-26/

Centre Street Bistro

508-228-8470 Dinner: Wed-Sun from 5:30pm; Lunch: Wed-Sat 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre Street Breakfast: Sunday 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!” The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts, plus savory lunches and fabulous dinners. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MasterCard and Visa accepted. nantucketbistro.com

The Corner Table Cafe 508-228-2665 Open Daily from 7 am to 9 pm in Nantucket Culinary, 22 Federal Street a family–friendly community space to eat, work, & play

We provide delicious and nutritious snacks, meals, and treats inspired by our love of seasonal ingredients & local products. Located at the heart of historic downtown Nantucket, the CORNER TABLE at Broad & Federal sts is family-friendly with great wi-fi and comfortable nooks to eat, work, and play. We provide made-from-scratch, delicious and nutritious snacks, meals, and treats inspired by our love of seasonal ingredients and local products.Pick a book to read from the free library that lives along the windowsills. Choose from a variety of board games or join an impromptu chess match. The CORNER TABLE CAFE is not just a place to nourish your body, but a community that will cultivate your soul and mind. cornertablenantucket.com

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

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

Easy Street Cantina

Open daily. Friendly, Fast, Affordable Family Food. Full Breakfast served all day from 7:30 am Mon-Thurs 7:30am to 8pm; Fri-Sun 7:30am-2am

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

EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh

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Nantucket Dining Guide fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our dining room or patio, or take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our bacon-egg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. One Nibble & You’re Hooked! EasyStreetCantina.com

The Faregrounds

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

508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

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

Siam to Go

508-228-SIAM (7426) Lunch Mon-Fri 11am to 2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4 to 8pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

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Markets Bartlett’s Farm

Open daily plus online shopping Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go

508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road

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

Restaurants Black-Eyed Susan’s

Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10pm Foreign & Domestic Cooking

508-325-0308 10 India Street

Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. They also serve hearty breakfasts featuring Huevos Rancheros, Homemade Corned Beef Hash, Buttermilk Pancakes, Sourdough French Toast, and a variety of “Scrambles” and Omelettes. The freshly squeezed orange juice is a real eye-opener! Find out why everyone is raving about BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S! BYOB & no credit cards. Black-EyedSusans.com

Centre Street Bistro

Sophie T’s Pizza

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

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for dining in or take out for over 16 years. In addition to Classic Cheese, Small Crispy Flatbread, and Small Gluten-Free, pizza at SOPHIE T’S can come with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. Daily specials on Facebook & follow us on Twitter @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

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

508-325-6265 Open every day from 11:15am to 9pm 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

Surfside Beach Shack

Open daily: Not just a burger joint anymore! Take out or eat at our beachfront tables at Surfside Beach

508-228-2921 at Surfside Beach

What began as a beachside burger joint is now a seasonal seaside eatery serving a delicious, healthy grill menu of our original famous burger, hot dogs, a “killar’ lobster roll, simple sandwiches, fresh salads with housemade dressing, fresh squeezed ‘ades and freshly churned Island Kitchen Ice Cream. NEW this season: tasty tacos made to order! Eat at our outdoor picnic tables overlooking the ocean or take it home or back to your beach blanket. surfsidebeachshack.com

Thai House Nantucket

Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch 11am-2pm Call ahead for faster service

508-680-1522 118 Old South Road

Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japaneseinspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com

Yummy

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

508-228-2712 63 Surfside Road

Yummy is a new take out café located right on a bike path to Surfside beach. It has a casual sunny front yard where you can relax at one of the picnic tables or beach chairs and bite into a moist, fresh-from-the-grill burger served on a perfectly toasted, almost sweet bun. Our menu also boasts mouthwatering sandwiches on fresh baked bread including vegetarian and vegan delights. We start the day with fresh roasted coffee, breakfast sandwiches, house-baked pastries, and fruity smoothies. Oh, and don’t forget the ice cream, and frappes! It’s the perfect way to cool off on from a hot day at the beach. Yummy has what you are craving. Treat yourself to some goodies - come join us at Yummy! BRING IN THE AD IN THIS PAPER FOR 10% OFF! yummynantucket.com

Downyflake

Open daily 6am to 2pm; Sunday 7am to 1pm A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years

508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue

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

Dune 508-228-5550 Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner from 5:30-9:30pm; Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30am to 2:30pm Where chic meets casual comfort. 20 Broad Street

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

Easy Street Cantina 508-228-5418 Open daily. Friendly, Fast, Affordable Family Food. corner of Easy & Broad sts. Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day! EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf. One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kid’s foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our spacious dining room or on our outside patio beside the water. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. EasyStreetCantina.com

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

508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the bustling energy of Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze on our deck, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by Daily Specials, Early Birds and a different All You Can Eat every night. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is a terrific venue to celebrate any occasion. No party is too big or too small, and we have plenty of parking to accommodate all your guests. FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com/

Fifty-Six Union

Bar opens at 4:30, Dinner Tues-Sat. from 5 pm Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff

508-228-6135 56 Union Street

Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired… FIFTY-SIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5 pm; bar opens at 4:30. Patron dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. For dinner, Chef Peter Janelle prepares a creative Fish Special and a tempting Vegetarian Pasta du Jour. FIFTY-SIX UNION offers more than a dozen exhilarating cocktails, served by their libation experts. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket. fiftysixunion.com

The Proprietors bar & table

Dinner 5-10pm; Bar 5pm-1am; Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes

508-228-7477 9 India St

The menu at The Proprietors borrows techniques & flavors from global cuisines while celebrating local ingredients harvested on small Nantucket and New England farms. Chef Michael LaScola serves an adventurous menu of shareable plates and dishes hot off the plancha with a strong focus on imaginative seafood, vegetable and grain presentations. Guests can expect to see dishes playfully combining international flavors with ingredients from small farms and producers raised specifically for the restaurant. Dinner is served Monday to Saturday from 5 pm and Sunday Brunch is served from 10am to 2pm. The Proprietors bar opens at 5 pm until 1am. proprietorsnantucket.com

Rose & Crown

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

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by for one of the largest Draft Craft Beer selections on the island and our Scratch Made Eclectic Pub Fare. Food is served continuously from 11:30-10pm daily. We serve everything from lite bites, burgers, local seafood to mouth watering steaks and gluten free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu available and presenting Live Local Musicians for everyone to enjoy during dinner. theroseandcrown.com

Sandbar at Jetties Beach

508-228-2279

Open for Lunch & Dinner; Cocktails & Raw Bar. Restaurant & Bar on the Beach 4 Bathing Beach Rd. at Jetties Beach Come to THE SANDBAR at JETTIES BEACH for great food, summer cocktails, and gorgeous sunsets. We serve fresh seafood, burgers & sandwiches, tasty finger foods and summer salads. Don’t miss our Lobster Roll, Fish Tacos, Clam Po-Boy, and Lobster Frites. Dinner entrees added after 5 pm. Spring Hours: Lunch Thursday-Monday from 11:30 to 3 - Buck-a-Shuck from 3-5 pm - and dinner Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 5 to 8 (weather permitting) . Bar opens at 11:30 every day. Call about holding your next event or private party at THE SANDBAR. Plenty of parking and the NRTA bus stops at this restaurant & bar on the beach. JettiesSandbar.com

The Seagrille

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

508-325-5700 45 Sparks Avenue

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

The Ships Inn

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

508-228-0040 13 Fair Street

The diverse menu features a variety of seasonal specials and Ships Inn favorites. The food is presented with understated elegance and fresh, bold flavors that will make your visit a memorable one. Stop in for a drink at our Dory Bar and check out our menu. Surely you’ll want

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to stay for dinner. Reservations are recommended but not necessary, walk-ins are welcomed. Dinner is served Wednesday-Monday from 5:30 pm; Dory Bar opens at 5 pm. shipsinnnantucket.com

Siam to Go 508-228-SIAM (7426) Lunch Mon-Fri 11am to 2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4 to 8pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

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

Sophie T’s Pizza 508-325-6265 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Open every day from 11:15am to 9pm Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

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 and Nantucket bay scallops frozen within 20 minutes of shucking (the freshest tasting frozen scallops). Call ahead and arrange for a cooked lobster for a picnic at home, on the beach, or on the boat. Remember to order a travel pack of lobsters and bay scallops to take off-island with you.

Sushi Thai House Nantucket

508-680-1522 118 Old South Road

Open daily 11am-9pm Call ahead for faster service

Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japaneseinspired and Asian-fusion. Their sushi rolls are fresh and delicious, with specialties like an Orange Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Crunchy Roll. Pair the sushi with Miso Soup, Seaweed Salad, or Squid Salad. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com

Vineyard Nantucket Vineyard

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

508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Stop by for a sample of our delicious wines. Located next to Cisco Brewers and Triple Eight Distillery. Ask about our wine dinners and events. Call for more information or to book a tour. ciscobrewers.com

Wine & Spirits Epernay Wine & Spirits

508-228-2755 Open Every Day from 10am to 9pm 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? Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie + Certified Sommelier Kirk Baker invite you to join them for their FREE Thursday wine tasting every week from 5-7 pm. 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 20% OFF your Cheese purchase (valid through 6.6.18). @epernaywines | #YesWayEpernay We Deliver! epernaywines.com

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Events & Entertainment Events updated online daily at Nantucket.net from page 24

1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm. 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain: forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, swamp, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 to 7 PM - Dub Apocalypse Live music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm ad, 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee at The Rose & Crown Live music at this downtown hot spot! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 5:30 to 6:30 PM - Free Update from Healthy Nantucket Grant Recipients Nantucket Cottage Hospital & the Community Foundation of Nantucket host a session for the 13 Healthy Nantucket grant recipients to report on their activities. Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street, 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Free Teen Improv with Jasper Young “Get your funny on!” Learn & play improv games that are useful for theater, comedy, dance, and everyday life. For teens grades 6-12. No experience required, but registration is: 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 6 PM - “It’s Only a Play” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “At the heart of the humor is the sublime narcissism of the professional players and their honest conviction that nothing matters except the theater... “You really must laugh at McNally’s unquenchable wit... deeply felt and honestly moving.” - Variety. Bennett Hall 62 Center St., 508-228-4305 TheatreNantucket.org 6:30 to 8 PM - The Weight Band Meet & Greet Join us for a Special VIP Meet and Greet Reception with the Artists before the show at the Harborview room and Terrace at the The Dreamland 17 S. Water Street, 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 6:30 to 8:30 PM - Knitting and Crocheting Circle The Atheneum’s Knitting and Crocheting Circle continues its gam sessions on Wednesday evenings. Join the group for a session or become weekly participants. The group will continue making hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves to be donated. Come and learn from other knitters, bring in your ongoing crocheting or knitting projects to get help, or learn a new pattern or technique from Interweave Knits, Piecework, or Vogue Knitting magazines. Nantucket Atheneum 1 India Street, free 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with sunset, Call for departure time and tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 7 to 8 PM - Science Speaker Series Each summer, the Maria Mitchell Association hosts scientists and research experts on a wide variety of scientific topics. Speaker will be released closer to the date. 33 Washington Street Facility 33 Washington Street, 508-228-9198 tforeman@mariamitchell.org 7:15 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike Shawkemo Hills offers a hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 PM - The Weight Band with Guests, The King Harvest Horns Prepare for an unforgettable performance and enjoy timeless hits like The Weight, Up On Cripple Creek, Ophelia, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Rag Mama Rag, and so many others. Hear the most authentic presentation of The Band‚ music performed on stage, and see why the Chicago Sun Times proclaimed ‚ “THE WEIGHT carries on where THE BAND left off. “ Come and take a load off. The Dreamland 17 S. Water St, 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 7 8 AM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet over which a small walkway

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passes. This is one of the shorter hikes Nantucket Walkabout leads and is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote CoskataCoatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Pre-registration is required (limited space): 508-228-9198 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. Repeated at 1 pm. 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-2287037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at 508-2287037 or at shearwaterexcursions.com. 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm. 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historic House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historic homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 60-minute tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck Oysters and Littlenecks for just $1 each at The Sandbar on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3 to 7 PM - Buckle and Shake Live music at Cisco Brewery 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Keeping it Sustainable Wine Tasting Join us as we explore sustainable wines and sustainable gardens at our monthly First Thursday ‚Cheers to Charities‚ community tasting event. Katie Bailey of Folio Fine Wine Partners will be pouring selections from family-owned and operated wineries around the Sustainable Nantucket.Complimentary, but RSVP Epernay Wine & Spirits 1 N. Beach Street, 508-228-2755 EpernayWines.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee at The Rose & Crown Live music at this downtown hot spot! Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 6 PM - “It’s Only a Play” by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket “At the heart of the humor is the sublime narcissism of the professional players and their honest conviction that nothing matters except the theater... “You really must laugh at McNally’s unquenchable wit... deeply felt and honestly moving.” - Variety. Bennett Hall 62 Center St., 508-228-4305 TheatreNantucket.org 6 to 7 PM - Free LVA English Classes Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced classes for those seeking to improve English language skills. The class is open to all, conducted in English, No preregistration required. Atheneum Learning Lab, 1 India St 6:30 to 8 PM - The Weight Band Meet & Greet A Special VIP Meet and Greet Reception with the Artists before the show at the Harborview room and Terrace at the The Dreamland 17 S. Water Street, 508-2281784 NantucketDreamland.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sunset from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset. Please call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Bring a beverage & snack and enjoy the sunset over the water. Time varies with continued on page 39

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket sunset, Call for departure & tickets. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 8 PM - Concert with The Weight Band with Guests, The King Harvest Horns Prepare for an unforgettable performance and enjoy timeless hits like “The Weight,” “Up On Cripple Creek,” “Ophelia,” “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down,” “Rag Mama Rag.” Hear the most authentic presentation of The Band‚ music performed on stage, and see why the Chicago Sun Times proclaimed “THE WEIGHT carries on where THE BAND left off.” Dreamland, 17 S. Water St., NantucketDreamland.org

FRIDAY, JUNE 8 6:30 to 8:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Town Walk Join MMA’s Field Ornithologist on a unique birding experience around the island. Transportation provided; a limited number of excellent binoculars available for loan. Pre-registration required. Maria Mitchell Association 4 Vestal Street, $20 (members $5) 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 8 to 10 AM - Gardner Farm Hike w Nantucket Walkabout This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets: 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included. Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier 34 Washington St., $50 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com 9 AM - Natural History Discovery Tour A guided oversand adventure tour. Discover the wonders of the remote Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge & Great Point. Repeated at 1 pm. Pickup at 33. Washington st. or Wauwinet Gate House. , 508-228-6799 TheTrustees.org/ccwr

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9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all. Pre-registration is required (limited space): 508-228-9198 9:30 to 10 AM - Carnivorous Critters at Maria Mitchell Before the MMA Natural History Museum opens to the public, have a unique experience of seeing the museum animals eat: turtles, frogs, fish, snakes, & more. Pre-registration required: 508-228-9198 10 to 11 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508-228-7037 or Shearwaterexcursions.com. Also at 11:15am, 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. Slip #1015 Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 10 to 11:30 AM - Guided Nature Walk Nature walk with Dr. Sarah Bois, LLNF Director of Research & Education. Linda Loring Nature Foundation 110 Eel Point Rd., $10 (free for members) 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, both past & present, and the historic events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 60 min. long with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 1 to 2 PM - Cisco Brewers - Public Tour Tour covers the operations & methods of this winery, brewery, and distillery. Price includes a tasting glass + you’ll be able to sample 2 wines from Nantucket Vineyard, 2 beers from Cisco Brewery, and 2 spirits from Triple Eight Distillery. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, $20; sign up 45 mins before start time. Again at 3pm.

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