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Opposing Takes in AAN’s Guilty Pairs Join the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) as they open the Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson Gallery to their latest exhibition, Guilty Pairs, on Friday June 7. This special exhibition is based on the theme of two different takes on the same subject, diptychs, or subject-paired works. Each participating artist will present contrasting pieces he or she created. AAN Artistic Director Bobby Frazier, who created the exhibit, chose the intriguing title Guilty Pairs as a way to capture the idea of opposing themes: “As many variations as you could think ofâ€? he says, speaking to the ways in which artists could present, â€œâ€Ślight and dark, night and day, study and final piece.â€? Gallery attendees will have the chance to see artist’s work through June 17. Guilty Pairs will also feature a Solo Show Spotlight by artist Casey Sayre Boukus on June 8 at 10am in the gallery at 19 Washington Street. Bokus will demonstrate as well as talk about her art. All are welcome to attend the Spotlight Artist talk as well as the opening exhibition reception for Guilty Pairs on Friday June 7 from 6 to 8pm. The Artists Association of Nantucket has almost 300 local artists that participate in 15 exhibitions throughout the year. Close to their 75th year, AAN continues to provide exhibitions, classes, and opportunities for artists of all ages to share their work with the Nantucket Community. Guilty Pairs will run in conjunction with the 8th annual painting festival Plein Air Nantucket that begins Tuesday, June 11. Plein Air captures the spirit of Frank Swift Chase, a supporter of Plein Air painting and mentor to the founders of AAN. Both onand off-island artists will create and complete works against the scenic outdoor backdrop of Nantucket, which will be displayed on the 2nd floor of the Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson Gallery, an additional treat for art lovers who are looking to view the fresh paintings of Plein Air and the Juried Exhibition of Guilty Pairs. The Cecelia Joyce and Seward Johnson Gallery at 19 Washington Street is open Monday-Saturday 10am- 5pm and Sundays, 11am-4pm. For details about the AAN, visit nantucketart.org or call 508-228-0722.

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Papa’s Bag by Robert P. Barsanti I passed through another birthday recently. It all went well; everything was beautiful and nothing hurt. My wife took me out to dinner, my fellow teachers signed a card, and eight members of the student orchestra showed up with violins and played Happy Birthday to me and my first period class. In my declining years, birthdays slip down the list of High Holy Days of the year. Dinner, cake, and a cascade of well-wishers on Facebook mark that day. On the next morning, we get leftovers. My youngest son’s life rhymes with mine. He also recently celebrated his birthday, and I was at a loss as to what to get him other than a gift card and cash. He doesn’t have a favorite Lego set or Tank Engine anymore. His stuffed animal collection is complete, as is his funny t-shirt drawer. I would take him to a Red Sox game if I could figure out a two-day period when he wasn’t working. It appears that a moment comes for your children when there simply isn’t anything you can wrap and give them after cake. My wife has a far more practical and thoughtful way of looking at gift giving. She looks at whatever I am using that is just too dingy, dinged, or decrepit to be of use, then she replaces it. (I hope she doesn’t take that philosophy to its logical conclusion). This year, she saw the horrible Boat-nTote L.L. Bean canvas bag that I have been taking to the gym and she retired it. My old bag had “Papa” stenciled on the side, and the wife had thoughtfully had the same word put on the new bag. I have no particular emotional supports placed in my old canvas bag, and most of its physical supports have worn away. One handle has given in entirely, the other has seven threads left. The body of the bag is dotted with black mildew, the bottom is scraped and torn, and it smells like the tomb. The bag has been dredged through almost twenty years; it contains sand, torn up receipts, a heart shaped stone from Cisco Beach, Harry Potter’s Lego head, and one half empty tube of sunscreen. Years ago, Leith gave it to me as a beach bag. The “Papa” embroidered

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THURSDAY, JUNE 6 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 11:15 am, 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4 pm, and 5:15 pm 10 AM - Great Point Eco Tour and Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Experience the natural beauty of Great Point and learn about our Gray Seal colony. 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Again at 1:00 PM 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM to 12 PM - “The Importance of Molds� Most lightship baskets start with a mold, which dictates its shape and size. Join island basket & mold maker Tim Parsons for a demonstration & discussion. Admission $7 (free to members). Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Taco Bar Featuring taco bar plus salad bar + pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout 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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - Film for Thought: The River and the Wall At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org

2:30 PM - Movie: John Wick 3 At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 3 to 7 PM - Harper & Midwest Kind Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Movie: Disney’s Aladdin At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 4 PM - Lobster Dinner from Bartlett’s Farm Order ahead for a take-out lobster dinner with 1-1/2 pound lobster, corn, potatoes, & coleslaw: 508-228-9403. Pickup at 4 pm 4:30 PM - Movie: Rocketman At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 5 to 7 PM - Cheers to Charities: Nantucket Book Festival Celebrate the joys and rewards of reading, writing, and literacy at this month’s Cheers to Charities Wine Tasting benefitting Nantucket Book Festival. This event is paired perfectly with Laurent-Perrier Champagne, poured by the bubbly Camille Cox. Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 N. Beach Street. 508-228-2755 EpernayWines.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6 PM - Movie: The Secret Life of Pets 2 At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 6 to 7 PM - Free LVA English Class Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced classes. The class is open to all, conducted in English, No preregistration required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 7 PM - California Suite by Neil Simon Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents this classic comedy at Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305 or at TheatreNantucket.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com continued on page 12

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Theatregoers have just 3 more chances to see the hilarious Theatre Workshop of Nantucket production of Neil Simon’s California Suite, directed by Justin Cerne and starring Timothy Booth, Casey Boukus, Kevin Flynn, Sarah Fraunfelder, and Susan Lucier. Comprised of a quartet of “playlets” set in a suite at the Beverly Hills Hotel, audiences enjoy the witty dialog and slapstick humor and sometimes poignant snapshots of this well-crafted, perfectly acted, and expertly directed play about relationships. The curtain rises at 7pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, June 13, 14, and 15 this week. Tickets are available at theatrenantucket.org or by calling the TWN Box Office at 508-228-4305 Monday-Friday from 10am to 4pm.

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ISLAND PAIRINGS

Toasting What’s Next by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier of Épernay Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a multitude of rites of passages to celebrate. Whether it’s a surprised engagement at Brant Point Lighthouse or acknowledging the accomplishments of a life-long career, you can be sure to add to the celebration with a toast to what lies ahead in your future. Such occasions call for a celebratory cigar and a matching libation. Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie offers insight into this perfect pairing for some of life’s momentous events.

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Nantucket is heralded by many as the ultimate wedding destination. Yet before the extravagant nuptials comes the well-thought out surprise proposal. Just like two families joining as one, the Rocky Patel “The Edge” A-10 Robusto cigar is unique in that it has two different wrappers binding together to create one truly amazing smoke. The Corojo and Maduro wrapped create a barber pole-style combination that adds great complexity to its flavor. This cigar was originally released as a limited edition. As all good things, the tradition continued and this is a celebration of the 10th year of this specific cigar. While the wedding may be months away, one of the first things people may ask you after the big day is, “When are you going to start having children?” Enter Hudson Whiskey “Baby Bourbon.” This little guy is made from New York corn and is stored in first-use charred American oak barrels until this baby is ready to pop, explaining the dark color for such a young dram. It is produced by Tuthilltown Spirits, located in the Hudson Valley. Superb on its own with flavors of vanilla and caramel, this can also be used to make a tasty cocktail with Tempus Fugit Gran Classico bitters garnished with an orange peel. Great combination to cheers your engagement while enjoying Nantucket sunset on a Hinckley.

CELEBRATING COOPER A family milestone that may not be documented quite as much as others, yet is still very important to the timeline of your life, is when you get your first dog. Who doesn’t love puppy kisses and dogs walks along the beach? After taking your dog Cooper for some exercise at Sanford Farm, kick back and relax with an Alec Bradley Maxx Culture cigar. This is a four-country blend of tobacco, perhaps a little bit like your rescue mutt, and delivers a toasty, earthy flavor that will remind you of your walk during the Nantucket Conservation property. Pair this puppy with a sip of Sagamore Rye Whiskey. Not to be confused with the area around the Sagamore Bridge on the way to Nantucket, this spirit flows from a springhouse at Maryland’s Sagamore Farm. Here the spring water is naturally filtered and fed from a limestone aquifer. This same water

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on the side wasn’t meant to identify the bag so much as it was to remind me who I was and chide me on who I wasn’t. I was now a man who went to the beach with a bag filled with a toypedo, six comic books, juice boxes, Goldfish, and four containers of sunscreen. So, we would go to the beach with everything that we would need. When you become a parent, you learn a long string of difficult skills that become irrelevant moments after you have mastered them. I no longer need to put a baby to bed, entertain a toddler for hours, assemble the Undersea Base, or demonstrate a flip turn. The mile markers just line up in the rear view mirror into one long and undistinguished line of lights. One day you are hanging a piñata and assembling goody bags for birthdays, the next you are throwing all that candy out in the trash. Filling trash bags is an unappreciated parenting skill. Over the years, you buy, use, and treasure thousands of THEIR items. All of those Christmas presents and little fingered art doesn’t get whisked out of sight without parental or children’s tears. On some Sunday morning, you have to let all those train engines, stuffed animals, Matchbox cars and Webkinz move on to new homes. The greatest gift the dump ever gave me was a place where we could send all of those beloved tokens to new children, be they here or in Jamaica. Some items just refuse to go; I have a large red ghost from kindergarten in my office and several cartoon drawings in the classroom. The old “Papa” bag, dotted with mildew and torn with time, didn’t get a chance to remain in the museum. It was deaccessioned into a dumpster. So it goes. Minute to minute, day to day, dawn to dusk. Some events have sign posts. You see them coming, you prepare, you take pictures and eat cake. Here comes prom, here comes college applications, senior ball, graduation. At Nantucket’s Senior Ball, the passing comes with the brutal finality of last call. You sit for a slide show, chat with your friends, and then get ushered out the door of the yacht club as the music starts.. Every single father looks back and says “Wait.” But the moment is gone into the rear-view mirror. We cruise past other moments while we are day-dreaming, or looking in the mirror, or trying to find the Sox game. I don’t know when the trains were played with last, nor when he was kissed, nor when I took that bag to the beach for the last time. It just happened and it’s gone, like everything else. Papa has a brand new bag. Bright, green, and clean: it is ready for its dirty future. I have learned that you never stop being a “Papa.” You have to carry something for them, although it may no longer be swim diapers and beach toys. Instead, you just carry different things to different places. I am not sure what I will need moving forward, but I know what I will carry it in. And I will carry sunscreen.

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7 PM - Movie: Godzilla: King of Monsters At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 8:30 PM - Movie: The Secret Life of Pets 2 At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org

FRIDAY, JUNE 7 8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 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. Wauwinet Gate House or 33 Washington St, . 508-228-6799 www.ttor.org/ccwr 9 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also 11:15, 1, 2:15, 4, and 5:15 10 AM - Biodiversity Walks with Dr. Sarah Bois Explore the unique, native sandplain grassland and coastal heathland flora & fauna of Nantucket found at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation property. We’ll explore what’s leafing out, what’s flowering, and who’s hatching along our gently rolling trail. $10 per trip (LLNF members free); no advance registration required. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & water-

front sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Fish Fry Featuring fish fry plus salad bar+ pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 1 to 5 PM - Biological Collections Open Hours Ginger Andrews, Field Ornithologist, opens the Maria Mitchell Association Research Center each week as a space for anyone to interact with and learn about biological collections, collaborate on group projects, do research, or look through a microscope. Maria Mitchell Association, 4 Vestal Street. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 2 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 7 PM - Foggy Roots Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Lobster Dinner from Bartlett’s Farm Order ahead for a take-out lobster dinner with 1-1/2 pound lobster, corn, potatoes, & coleslaw: 508-228-9403. Pickup at 4 pm 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6 to 8 PM - Opening Reception for GUILTY PAIRS Double your pleasure; double your fun at this art in pairs exhibition at the Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Exhibit continues through June 17. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com continued on page 13

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8 to 10:30 PM - Live Music Enjoy the music of Sean Lee in the Lounge at the Brant Point Grill, 50 Easton Street. Reservations: 508-325-1320 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 8 AM to 8 PM - Wing Weekend at Easy Street cantina All day every Saturday: a basket of 16 jumbo wings for $12.95; half basket for $8.95. At Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 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. Wauwinet Gate House or 33 Washington St, . 508-228-6799 www.ttor.org/ccwr 9 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also 11:15, 1, 2:15, 4, and 5:15 10 AM - Free Spotlight Artist Talk Hear artist Casey Sayre Boukus speak about her art and technique at the Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington Street. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10 AM - Great Point Eco Tour and Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Experience the natural beauty of Great Point and learn about our Gray Seal colony. 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Again at 1:00 PM 10 AM to 12 PM - World Wide Knit in Public Day Participate in the first World Wide Knit in Public Day in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden. Open to any age and ability. Bring needles & yarn and join in a celebration of knitting. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the upstairs of Nantucket Culinary Center. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Saturday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 3 PM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by Nantucket on this 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20. $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fences, 10 min early. 508-332-0953 3:30 to 7 PM - James McCarthy Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Lobster Dinner from Bartlett’s Farm Order ahead for a take-out lobster dinner with 1-1/2 pound lobster, corn, potatoes, & coleslaw: 508-228-9403. Pickup at 4 pm 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 7 PM - California Suite by Neil Simon Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents this classic comedy at Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305 or at TheatreNantucket.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.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 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com

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8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 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 - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout With salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor has beautiful meadows overlooking a cove. You’ll also get a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 AM to 1 PM - Sunday Brunch A sweet and savory selection at this downtown chef-owned Nantucket classic: Centre Street Bistro, 29 Centre Street. 508-228-8470 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 11:15 am, 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4 pm, and 5:15 pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time.

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Savor a new twist on breakfast dishes & savory fare at Proprietors, 9 India Street. Reservations: 508-228-7477 10 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch by the Harbor Classic dishes with waffle, pancake, omelet, carving stations, a raw bar, Bloody Mary Bar, plus Kids Corner, all with a beautiful view of the harbor. Brant Point Grill, 50 Easton Street. Reservations: 508-325-1320 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout 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 passes. This is one of the shorter hikes and is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 PM - California Suite by Neil Simon Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents this classic comedy at Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305 or at TheatreNantucket.org 3 to 6 PM - Miss Fairchild Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Lobster Dinner from Bartlett’s Farm Order ahead for a take-out lobster dinner with 1-1/2 pound lobster, corn, potatoes, & coleslaw: 508-228-9403. Pickup at 4 pm 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:45 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

MONDAY, JUNE 10 8 AM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com

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heyday of whaling. It is the North Atlantic right whales, however, that are the closest to extinction. According to the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) Right Whale Research Program, the current population is estimated to be just 411 and in decline, primarily due to high mortality and low calving. The principal causes of current mortality are ship strike and entanglement. More than 80 percent of right whales carry scars that indicate that they have been entangled in fishing lines, and nearly 60 percent of those are entangled more than once. Not all entanglements drown whales. Some prevent a whale from feeding, increase the energy a whale needs to swim and feed, and cause pain and stress to the animal, which weaken it. Biologists believe that the additional stress of entanglement is one of the reasons that females are calving less often; females used to have calves every 3 to 5 years, and now are having calves every 6 to 10 years. In 2017 and 2018, 21 right whale deaths were confirmed and documented. Low reproductive rates continue to contribute to the slow recovery of this species: there were five births in 2017 and none recorded for 2018. In 2019, nine calves were seen leaving the calving grounds with their mothers. Seven of those have since been confirmed with a few spotted in the waters around Cape Cod. The whales typically arrive to feed in Cape Cod Bay in late winter and leave by the end of April, along an annual migratory path that stretches from Florida to Canada. This year, however, they’ve been hanging on later into the season, with whales still being picked up at the end of May. Work by CCS last year found right whales in mid-November, a time of year not known for this species in Cape Cod. In response, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) issued an alert for vessels to slow down and maintain lookouts. Charles “Stormy” Mayo, Director of the CCS’s Right Whale Ecology Program, states that while the number of North Atlantic right whales is increasing in Cape Cod Bay, the total number of whales is still in decline.

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findings that connect recent changes in the movement of North Atlantic right whales to decreased food availability and rising temperatures in Gulf of Maine's deep waters. Right whales have been showing up in unexpected places in recent years, putting the endangered species at increased risk. This misalignment between conservation measures and the whales' current behavior makes them much more vulnerable to lethal encounters with ships and fishing gear. However, the researchers believe that the strong connection between water temperature, the primary whale food (a tiny zooplankton, Calanus), and right whales makes it possible to predict where new right whale habitats develop, and to plan accordingly. In late April, a group of approximately 60 fishermen, scientists, conservationists, and state and federal officials gathered to discuss ways to further reduce serious injury and mortality of endangered North Atlantic right whales caused by trap/pot fishing gear. The Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction Team was able to reach nearly unanimous consensus on right whale survival measures. The measures in the package include reductions in vertical buoy lines as well as gear modifications to reduce the strength at which lines will break. Reduced breaking strength lines would allow entangled whales to more easily break free of gear. Additionally, an expansion of gear-marking to create larger and more frequent marks on U.S. lobster trap/pot buoy lines throughout U.S. East Coast waters was supported by most team members. This expansion should improve the ability of whale scientists and managers to better determine the source of gear seen on or retrieved from endangered whales. Hopefully, with these measures in place and continued research, right whale populations will have a chance to improve. To learn more about North Atlantic right whales in our area, check out the Center for Coastal Studies right whale research field notes on their website: coastalstudies.org/right-whale-research/field-notes/ — researchers post regular reports and blog posts about their findings. Boaters, kayakers, paddle-boarders, swimmers, and light aircraft and drone pilots are reminded that it is illegal to approach North Atlantic right whales within 500 yards (1500 feet) without a Federal Research Permit. However, the right whales often feed very close to shore, offering whale watchers on land unbeatable views of one of the rarest of the marine mammals.

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Featured Restaurant: TOPPER’S at the Wauwinet Where Even the Ordinary is Extraordinary by Carl Oscar Olson Time is relative, and so is distance—what might be a short drive in other places can be an adventure on Nantucket. The sun was shining in Surfside when we made our departure, but as we rolled on, the fog rolled in. The day was different and full of wonder when we arrived at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet. The light was waning and the temperature was falling, so the heaters above the deck provided some welcome warmth. The interior is even more spacious and inviting, but we dine outdoors whenever we can. A lightship basket of bread graced our table featuring still warm milk rolls, herbed loaf, and Boston brown bread with molasses and black currants, all made from scratch. Silky sweet homemade butter was smooth beyond words and we couldn’t pass it quickly enough. While we made some dining decisions and before the basket was depleted, Chef Zachary sent out another treat. The Gruyere Cheese Puffs were as light as a feather and a scrumptious, savory starter. They were still warm with a crispy crust that gave way to an airy, delicate interior. Deciding on starters was no easy task, due in part to the fact that there are multiple menus to choose from at TOPPER’S. For more casual courses, the Deck Menu is simple and satisfying, designed with relaxation in mind. If you prefer the more formal approach, the Dinner Menu offers several options for each course. Order the 3Hudson Valley Foie Gras course prix fixe for $96, or indulge as you go a la carte. For the top notch evening, the TOPPER’S Grand Tasting never misses. Bask in the best with a 7-course tasting menu for $125 a person, add $115 for the complete vintner’s experience. Naturally we couldn’t settle on just one menu, so we dabbled in all three. Seasonal Morel Mushrooms were packed with pureed chicken liver, tender spruce sprigs and truffle and created an illusion of the forest floor with the aroma to boot: a table-side pour of consommé brought it all together. The dish was transformed into an earthy, savory stew before our eyes and we couldn’t get enough. The roasted corn relish served under the Lobster and Crab Cakes had us dreaming of summer harvests, both from land and sea. The sweetness of the two were a perfect pair, while jalapeño stuffed olives and a mustard

cream balanced the dish out with a salty, spicy kick. A splendid satchel of Gioia Burrata came recommended by Chef Zachary. The fresh, white cheese had a slight bitterness which enhanced the sweetness of the fresh green asparagus. La Quercia proGioia Burrata sciutto Americano was a fitting addition and crunchy hazelnuts just added to the fun. Our favorite first was the Hudson Valley Foie Gras, served two ways. One was a delicate mouse sandwiched between crispy cousillant and dotted with strawberry elderflower puree. The other was sublimely seared atop vibrant pickled strawberries with a pistachio paste. Deep richness met fruity acidity in this match made in heaven, every flavor being marvelously mirrored by its counterpart. TOPPER’S and The Wauwinet have had a very busy off season. Not only was the kitchen fine tuning its menu, but the hotel was undergoing a full demolition and redesign of the interior. Every room is brand new, so for a truly exceptional Nantucket experience, you should see for yourself. With the first course behind us, we took a moment to relax and enjoy the scenes surrounding us. Beautifully maniLobster and Crab Cake cured gardens,

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Vol. 49 No. 5 • YesterdaysIsland.com smiling faces on other guests, and of course, the vast Atlantic sprawling into the mist. Then, our faces fixed on the dishes coming our way. The Bay of Fundy Halibut (cover photo) hit every mark. The thick, moist, flaky fillet was like a blank canvas, and the other components were the paint. Flavorful fennel was sweet with its mild herbal quality, while bitter notes were shared with the grapefruit and picholine olives. Tarragon united the two

sides, every aspect working beautifully with the fish. Petit Gris snails were masquerading as mushrooms on the 50 Day Dry Aged Beef, tender and meaty and serving the same purpose. Colorful carrots and ramp puree contrasted the richness of the steak, and bonus bone marrow elevated this dish to new heights. We saw asparagus from every angle in Asparagus “Near and Far” (cover photo). Purple Passion from Pumpkin Pond Farm was united with white asparagus grown in the Netherlands. Tender, sweet, and vegetal, it was all served in varying degrees of doneness; steamed, shaved, and pureed. Bright orange cordyceps from Tibet resembled noodles in look and feel, and all of it met in the middle with a complex vin jaune sauce. We were glad we went with another Grilled Block Island Swordfish one of Chef Zachary’s suggestions, because the Grilled Block Island Swordfish was one succulent steak. The gorgeous grill marks sat proudly atop sweet roasted tomatoes, creamy chickpeas, and pickled fennel. Acidity was provided by preserved lemon and an olive vinaigrette tied it all together.

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One of our favorite parts of each plate throughout this meal was the varied use of each ingredient. Some would be presented in multiple preparations, adding different dimensions while keeping things simple. When asked how he does it, Chef Zachary said, “we just keep on pushing!” Even the ordinary is extraordinary at TOPPER’S. After our plates were cleared, we were greeted with a surprisingly daring pre-dessert. Its dramatic Maracaibo Chocolate presentation included a birds nest and ceramic eggs, each containing mango jelly mimicking yolk and almond blancmange posing as the white. The texture was uncanny, and a small sesame brittle was good to the last crunch. If taste had been turned off, it might as well have been a soft boiled egg. For a trip to the tropics with a drink in hand, go for the Baba Rum. Creamy coconut custard dolloped the plate and a fragrant guava sorbet had our mouths watering. Roasted pineapple would’ve been enough, but the star was the rum soaked cake. Intoxicatingly delicious. If you have to have chocolate, the Maracaibo Chocolate will not disappoint. A spiraling swirl of caramel showcases milk chocolate cremeux and caramelized white chocolate ice cream. Differing densities and temperatures made this treat good to the last bite. The Rhubarb Soup looked too good eat … almost. Pinks and reds of rhubarb and strawberry supported a merengue raft, and perched on board sat a scoop of basil sorbet. It’s a sweet symphony of summer flavors that we’d order again and again. We had the most fun figuring the flavors of the Sorbet. Three separate scoops mingled with fresh fruit, each silky smooth and never icy. After much deliberation we were right about two of the tastes, so hold off on asking to test your own palate. Emerging out the back of the restaurant, we paused to reflect on the flawless execution of our meal. Ghostly silhouettes of homes and boats emerged through the fog where would otherwise be the best sunset spot on the island. Though it might have been the only thing missing from this meal, the view is breathtaking no matter what. We’ll no doubt be thinking of this evening long into the summer and all year long, and we eagerly await our next chance to visit. Do yourself a favor and join in on the experience that is TOPPER’S. TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet 508-228-8768, reservations recommended • Wauwinet.com Breakfast served 8 to 10:30 am; Sat & Sun Brunch 11:30 am to 2 pm Lunch noon to 2 p.m. • Dinner served nightly from 6 p.m. Deck Menu served from noon to 9:30 pm Indoor & Outdoor dining • Award-winning wine list • Full bar service TOPPER’S Bar open daily noon to 11 pm • Major credit cards accepted

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Celebrating 90 Years Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday:

10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

17 India Street Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 228-1125 NantucketHospital.org/ThriftShop

8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 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. Wauwinet Gate House or 33 Washington St, . 508-228-6799 www.ttor.org/ccwr 9 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and the 1746 Windmill A 2-mil, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary down beautiful streets & lanes most visitors never find. $15, Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join Aquarium staff as they feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. (limited space) Registration Required. $15 (MMA members $10). 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 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. Registration Required. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 11:15 am, 1 pm, 2:15 pm, 4 pm, and 5:15 pm 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10 AM - Great Point Eco Tour and Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Experience the natural beauty of Great Point and learn about our Gray Seal colony. 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Again at 1:00 PM 10:30 to 11:15 AM - Our Island Kids Bring your kids from brand new to 4 year olds for this drop-in program at Our Island Home, 9 East Creek Road. Studies show the benefits of intergenerational connections and the joy it brings to everyone. The proof is in the play! Join Susan and the residents of Our Island Home for a fun playgroup in a different setting. 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Chef-Carved Roast Beef Featuring chef-carved roast beef, plus salad bar + pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 2 PM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & 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 - Jamie McLean Duo Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 PM - Lobster Dinner from Bartlett’s Farm Order ahead for a take-out lobster dinner with 1-1/2 pound lobster, corn, potatoes, & coleslaw: 508-228-9403. Pickup at 4 pm 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:30 to 7:30 PM - Woman’s Hour and WE CAN Book Club Discussing the book The Woman’s Hour by Elaine Weiss in anticipation of her appearance at the Nantucket Book Festival Friday, June 14th at 1 PM at the Methodist Church with Mindy Todd. Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 508228-1080 MitchellsBookCorner.com 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 9 to 10:30 PM - Open Night at Loines Observatory Join Maria Mitchell Association professional astronomers for an impressive tour of the starry sky and for telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and more. Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street. $10; MMA members admitted free. 774-325-1081 MariaMitchell.org/visit/loines-observatory continued on page 21

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11 8 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 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join Aquarium staff as they feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. (limited space) Registration Required. $15 (MMA members $10). 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning Ages 2 to 7 Join Lizza Obremski in the Atheneum Gallery for fun and engaging songs, singing games, and movement activities aimed at teaching musical skills to the very young. Free admission. Appropriate for ages 2-7. Space is limited. Tickets are available the day of the program when the library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. free. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also 11:15, 1, 2:15, 4, and 5:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10 AM - Great Point Eco Tour and Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Experience the natural beauty of Great Point and learn about our Gray Seal colony. 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Again at 1:00 PM 10 AM to 12 PM - Class: Janie Hobson Dupont, Google Docs & Google Drive Janie Hobson Dupont shows you how to use the Google toolbox to full advantage. In this class you will learn how to share and append documents in Google Drive and use Google Docs to create files in a variety of formats. Registration is required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM - Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour (ages 13 and up) Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on this 2/3 mi, 80 min walking tour. For ages 13+ $20. $15 seniors (65+) & Teens. Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre sts by bank steps. 10 min early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Soup & Sandwich Featuring soup & sandwich plus salad bar + pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Smooth Hummocks is Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies complete with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil. Smooth Hummocks is a fascinating island ecosystem. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2:30 to 3 PM - Meet the Animals The Science Museum is home to frogs, turtles, snakes, and insects that you can safely touch in this unique program. If you love animals, this is a great way to learn about them up close. Registration Required. info@mariamitchell.org 508-2289198 MariaMitchell.org 3 to 7 PM - Jamie McLean Duo Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 5:30 to 7:30 PM - Teen Improv: Free for Grades 6-12 Teen Improv with Jasper Young. Work on your public speaking and hone your skills at thinking on your toes. Join us in a relaxed atmosphere for fun improv and theater games. We will make things up and be silly! No experience necessary just a willingness to participate and play. Registration required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 8:45 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953 continued on page 22

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8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see gray seals during the winter, see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. This is one of the longer hikes Nantucket Walkabout does. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 9 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens(+13) $5 for ages 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join Aquarium staff as they feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. (limited space) Registration Required. $15 (MMA members $10). 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 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. Registration Required. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also 11:15, 1, 2:15, 4, and 5:15 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Find out what lives in Nantucket Harbor as you help collect, identify & release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! Part of a long term research project, this is interesting for adults & children alike. Registration Required. info@mariamitchell.org 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Burger Bar (Chicken Burgers, too) Featuring burger & chicken bar plus salad bar + pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout 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 passes. This is one of the shorter hikes and is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck & others were inspired by Nantucket on this 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 for seniors (65+) and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fences, 10 min early. 508-332-0953 3 to 4 PM - Makerspace for Kids: Jungle Snakes Make your own jungle snake! Paint snakes using forks, bubble wrap, and other materials to make new kinds of marks and create a jungle scene for it to live in out of cut paper. Open to ages 8-11. All materials will be provided. Registration is required and opens one week prior to the program. Free admission. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 3 to 7 PM - Paul Nelson Band Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater Enjoy breathtaking Nantucket Harbor views and signature cocktails with family and friends. 21 years or older. 508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6:30 PM - Film for Thought: Non-Fiction At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 7 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set from the water during this evening sail. Time might vary with sunset, call for exact departure time and tickets. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com 7 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout 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 continued on page 34

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

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

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Monomoy 2 miles Smith Point 7 miles

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

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

41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 11,000

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Island Fun & Shopping Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket Walkabout

508-422-7466

Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket see website for hikes & times

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

Natural History Tour

Tours Mon., Thurs., Fri, & Sat. at 9am & at 1pm Tours offered through mid-October

508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

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 on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car! www.ttor.org/ccwr

Shearwater Excursions

We specialize in boat tours for all ages Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure

508-228-7037 Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

shearwaterexcursions.com Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose your Island adventure! We offer Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Whaling History Tours, Kids Fishing, Clamming Expeditions, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available on all our boats.

Blue Beetle

Apparel & Accessories

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227 Open daily at 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

Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

508.680.1399 Open daily at 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 your gently used items to turn your closet into cash! Commonwealthnantucket.com

Hospital Thrift Shop

Open Mon-Fri from 10 -12:30 & 1-3:30 and Sat. from 10 to 12:30 Clothing, housewares, furniture & more

508-228-1125 17 India Street

In 1929, a small group of dedicated women volunteers established the Thrifty Shop, selling affordable, recycled men, women and children clothing, household items and furniture to benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Now incorporated as THE HOSPITAL THRIFT SHOP this store has donated millions to the NCH. nantuckethospital.org/thriftshop

Island Cashmere

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.

Made on Nantucket A unique collection of apparel, gifts, jewelry, & art

508-228-0110 20 Old South Wharf

Karin Sheppard’s gorgeous handwoven shawls, scarves, and more are back on Old South Wharf at MADE ON NANTUCKET. In addition to apparel and more by Island Weaves, this island shop also offers a unique selection of hand-decorated repurposed denim shorts, jeans, and jackets, along with multi-colored and textured Neck Candy scarves — all made on Nantucket by Kathleen A. Duncombe. Open daily.

Murray’s Toggery Shop

Open Mon.-Sat. 10 am-5:30 pm & Sun. 10-4 Classic & Updated Clothing for Men, Women, & Children

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Nantucketreds.com Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is

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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.

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 Tasteful, Timeless, and made in the USA

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, and Printing

The UPS Store

508-325-8884 Open Mon-Sat Large format Digital Printing, Family Photos, Posters, & more Locally owned and operated New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road

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

Gallery open 10 to 5 Mon.-Sat. & 11-4 on Sun. Opening Reception for GUILTY PAIRS June 7, 6-8 pm

508-228-0294 19 Washington St.

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

G. S. Hill Gallery

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

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

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

Made on Nantucket Handcrafted Gifts exclusively at Made on Nantucket

508-228-0110 20 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET is open in a new location at 20 Old South Wharf. Don’t miss our collection of pre-owned Nantucket art. We also offer paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Andrew Jackson, Sam Lyon, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson, Kathleen Duncombe, Buzz Williams, and Marion W. Pearson. You’ll love the unique cellography and seaglass jewelry by Michelle Jhingoor. We have a stunning collection of original silk screens and framed mini-offset litho prints by Donn Russell. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Ocean Treasures, Sarah Hutton, Sage Belber, and Amy Burrough. Back again this season is work by Anne S. Terry and Joe Elliott. We carry slumped glass Nantucket plaques and a large variety of ceramic ornaments by ackfire studios. See our largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American

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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.

Cook’s Cycle

Bike Rentals

Open Daily Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

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

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

Easy Riders

508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road

New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road Bikes

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

Nantucket Bike Shop

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

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

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

Young’s Bicycle Shop

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket 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, 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

Bookstores

Mitchell’s Book Corner

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 Books, Cards, & Unique Gifts

Buses

NRTA

See display ad for times and routes Year-Round Bus Routes

508-228-4000 Open Daily at 25 Broad Street

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. nantucketbookworks.com

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 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

Cannabis Accessories

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

508-901-9399 Open Thurs, June 6 from 1-5pm; and Friday & Saturday, June 7 & 8 from 11am-6pm Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties! 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 Ralph Lauren. AckGrayLady.com

Affordable Rentals

Car Rentals

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. Open daily. affrentals.com

Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car

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 pickup from all boats, hotels, and guest houses. Call ahead for our specials. All major credit cards accepted. Open daily. Nantucketislandrentacar.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

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 508-228-1080 Open daily at 54 Main Street

June 6-12, 2019

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

508-228-5585 Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”— Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,” Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com

Charters & Tours: Boating & Sailing

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

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose your Island adventure! We offer Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Whaling History Tours, Kids Fishing, Clamming Expeditions, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available on all our boats. shearwaterexcursions.com

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Children’s Clothing & Accessories

Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Open Mon.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm & Sun. 10-4 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

Pinwheels

508-228-1238 Open daily at 32 Centre Street

Children’s clothing, toys and accessories

Located at 32 Centre Street, PINWHEELS has been under the same ownership and a staple for all things kids for 30 years. Our motto has always been - clothing, toys and lots of fun. The friendly staff is ready with a smile to help you find something special. Alongside of Appaman, Pink Chicken, Petit Bateau, Tooby and Serendipity are beautiful items handmade for us that are unique to Nantucket. The selection of toys includes HABA, Corolle and Moulin Roty. Stop by 32 Centre Street to see why PINWHEELS is still a favorite after all these years.

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Cigars

508-901-9399 Open Thurs, June 6 from 1-5pm; and Friday & Saturday, June 7 & 8 from 11am-6pm Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties! 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 and quality 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, around the corner from Ralph Lauren). Call to arrange a Cigar Bar for your reception, celebration, wedding, or island event. AckGrayLady.com

Classes & Workshops

Artists Association of Nantucket Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Classes & Workshops for all ages

508-228-0722 Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Amelia Drive hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many edia including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, 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 and for all ages. nantucketarts.org

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Confections

Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for almost 30 years on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you have a free sample, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both

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milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

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

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

Consignment & Thrift

Island Treasures

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

508-228-0789 17B North Beach Street

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

Contests

NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2019 See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net

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

nantucket.net/photos/contests.php This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. Winners of the 2018 Contest are online at nantucket.net. The 2019 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2019. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your high resolution entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com.

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

Open Monday - Saturday

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, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color banners and posters! Plus they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Cranberry Products

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket

Souza’s Seafood

“Fresh Off the Boat!” Lobsters alive or cooked - call ahead for fast service Lobsters • Littlenecks • Nantucket Bay Scallops • Tuna Flounder • Cod • Salmon • Swordfish • Shrimp Stop by to enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing!

508-228-9140

Call for our weekly specials

Gift Certificates Available • Handicap Accessible

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

STUDIO61 graphic design | printing services

61 Old South Road Nantucket, MA studio61nantucket@gmail.com 774.325.0529

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Island Fun & Shopping 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

nantucketchocolate.com 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.

Furniture

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

Gifts

Hill’s of Nantucket

Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

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

Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop

Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs

508-228-5470 33 Straight Wharf

Visit the NANTUCKET BOAT BASIN AUTHENTIC SHOP and celebrate Nantucket Island with our limited edition apparel and accessories. We have a variety of island merchandise. We offer the highest quality wearables, headwear, and accessories for visitors, boaters, and islanders. Get your authentic Nantucket shirts, vests, hats, and more! You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. Open daily. nantucketboatbasinshop.com

Signs, Banners, & Posters Open Monday - Saturday

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

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

Peter Beaton

Hats

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

Health Care

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

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

508-825-8100 57 Prospect St

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

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

Home Decor

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

ACK Weather

Island Apps

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

508-228-2505 158 Polpis Road

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

Blue Beetle

Jewelry

Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227 Open daily at 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

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

508-228-0229 Open daily at 21 Centre Street

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

Made on Nantucket

A unique collection of jewelry, apparel, gifts, & art

508-228-0110 Daily at 20 Old South Wharf

Just in at MADE ON NANTUCKET are a gorgeous collections of estate Native American jewelry and estate sterling silver Mexican jewelry with mother-of-pearl and abalone. Unique earrings, necklaces, bracelets, belt buckles — all at prices that will delight you! See our largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. In addition, MADE ON NANTUCKET has Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Michelle Jhingoor, Sarah Hutton, Sage Belber, Amy Burrough, and Anne S. Terry.

Nantucket Pearl Company 508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

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

508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf

Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates unique jewelry from hand-picked pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise, on others, the Ying and Yang of black and white is featured, or sapphire and diamond bling may be chosen to set off the soft reflection of the pearl’s whiteness. Look for Pam’s signature, a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearls.com

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R. Simantov Fine Jewelry

Open daily; appointments recommended contemporary jewelry masterpieces of lasting value

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

508-228-7557 50 Main Street

Vintage & Contemporary Watches and Exquisite Jewelry

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. Open daily.

Cape Cod 5

Mortgages & Banking

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 www.capecodfive.com

The Aquarium

Museums & Sites

Open Mon.-Sat. from 10 to 4 Touch tank, marine science education programs

508-228-9198 28 Washington Street

The AQUARIUM is one of several island sites dedicated to science and history operated by the Maria Mitchell Association. The island’s only public aquarium, it offers a touch tank, and many marine science education programs for all ages. Located on Nantucket Harbor at 28 Washington Street, it is open Monday-Saturday from 10 am to 4pm. The Maria Mitchell Association is a nonprofit organization founded in 1902. Properties include: The Mitchell House, historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell; Hinchman House Natural Science Museum, Loines Observatory, Vestal Street Observatory, The Aquarium, and the new Science Center. Programs include: Nature Walks, Marine Ecology Trips, Discovery Classes, Lectures, Observatory Open Nights. mariamitchell.org

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Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point and Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $10 adults; $7 for seniors & college students; $5 for ages 6-17; and free for members, active duty Military, and kids under 6. 158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. nantucketshipwreck.org

Nursery

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

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

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

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

Rentals and Properties for Sale

ACK Distinctive Properties

508-332-8044

Find your perfect Nantucket Home ACK Distinctive Properties, LLC is committed to bringing the highest level of customer service to real estate in Nantucket, MA. Our job doesn’t end when we sign a rental agreement or close on a house. Instead, we endeavor to offer world-class service at every stage – from keeping our clients informed about market changes and events on the island to offering personalized rental services, curated sales advice, contractual work, and more. We help you enjoy your Nantucket life to its fullest and to serve your needs with the utmost integrity, discretion, and distinction. This commitment from our agents and managing partner includes providing our clients with the highest level of information. We will keep you updated on the changing nature of the Nantucket real estate market, micro-target your Nantucket area for tailored research and advice and share with you what is trending, and what is not. ackdp.com

Shoes

Island Cashmere

Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 Open daily at 32 Centre Street

508-228-9198

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.

Programs offered daily; register now for Summer Discovery Programs mariamitchell.org Science center, museums, programs for all ages

Murray’s Toggery Shop

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

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Nantucketreds.com Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in 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.

Maria Mitchell Association

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

508-228-1894 15 Broad Street

No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifactrich 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

Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum

Opens at 10 am “Innovations in Nantucket Basketry”

508-228-1177 49 Union Street, a short walk from Main St.

Weaving Nantucket’s past into its future, the NANTUCKET LIGHTSHIP BASKET MUSEUM is THE place to go to learn about this island craft and why these baskets are so treasured. The Museum is dedicated to preserving the Lightship Basket’s significance for future generations. Located in the historic district, the Museum is a five minute walk from lower Main Street. Parking available. Open Tuesday-Saturday. nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

Mon.-Sat. from 10am to 5pm; Sun. from noon to 5pm New Exhibit: Rescue of the BRITISH QUEEN

508-228-1885 158 Polpis Road

Discover Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit: 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

Open Mon.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm & Sun. 10-4 Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

Smoke Shop

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

508-901-9399 Open Thurs, June 6 from 1-5pm; and Friday & Saturday, June 7 & 8 from 11am-6pm Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties! 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 and quality 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. AckGrayLady.com

Special Events

Nantucket Dental Society

13th Annual Seminar: June 20 to 22, 2019

201-406-5783 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 2019 speakers include Dr. James Boyd, Gino Desimone, and Dr. David Lustbader. Register online at nantucketdental.com

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tours for more than 40 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger Ford 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.

Sunglasses

Tours - Walking

Summer Shades

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

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

Theatre

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

508-228-4305 Neil Simon’s CALIFORNIA SUITE from May 24 to June 15 at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St Community Theatre at It’s Finest

TWN has been the island’s live theatre company for more than 60 years. Their 2019 Season begins on May 24 with the Neil Simon’s CALIFORNIA SUITE. Season Subscriptions are on sale now. For subscriptions and tickets, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305, stop by upstairs at 50 Main Street, or visit theatreworkshop.com

White Heron Theatre Company

508-825-5268 Long Wharf New Play Reading June 20 & 21 Nantucket’s Professional Repertory Theatre The Hound of the Baskervilles opens June 26 5 North Water Street

WHITE HERON THEATRE is Nantucket’s only professional Equity theater company. They have a fabulous season planned for their new destination theatre space in the midst of the island’s historic district. Join them for the reading of a new play by Long Wharf Theatre on June 20 and 21, and on June 26 The Hound of the Baskervilles opens. Tickets for these and other performances and special events are available at www.whiteherontheatre.org or call 508-825-5268. Founded in New York and reborn on Nantucket, the White Heron Theatre Company’s goal is to make theatre truly transformative. whiteherontheatre.org

Tours - Beach

Natural History Tour

Tours Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Book online at www.ttor.org/ccwr

508-228-6799 Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Tours - Bus

508-228-0174 1-1/2 hr tour; 9:30 am &12:30 pm departs from corner of Federal & Chestnut sts Private charters available for weddings and private charters

BARRETT’S TOURS is a family-owned and operated company in business for more than 75 years. They operate comfortable, air-conditioned coaches. BARRETT’S tour buses have huge windows that afford views which can’t be matched. BARRETT’S TOURS has a tour 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 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

774-368-4408 Tours last 1 hour, 15 min. Call for schedule & to book for weddings & groups Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company 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

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

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 and at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Tickets: $15 adults, $5 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Over 65 & students $13. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout

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

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology, and the Native Americans that lived here. $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 or 508-422-7466. nantucketwalkabout.com

Nantucket Walking Tours

508-332-0953 Voted “Best of Nantucket”

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

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

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 of science education that continues today, 200 years after her birth. mariamitchell.org

Toys

Pinwheels

Children’s clothing, toys and accessories

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line Cruises

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

GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving

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

Watches

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary 508-257-6557 Call for pickup

508-228-1238 Open daily at 32 Centre Street

Located at 32 Centre Street, PINWHEELS has been under the same ownership and a staple for all things kids for 30 years. Our motto has always been - clothing, toys and lots of fun. The friendly staff is ready with a smile to help you find something special. Alongside of Appaman, Pink Chicken, Petit Bateau, Tooby and Serendipity are beautiful items handmade for us that are unique to Nantucket. The selection of toys includes HABA, Corolle and Moulin Roty. Stop by 32 Centre Street to see why PINWHEELS is still a favorite after all these years.

The Trinity Collection

Tours - Van

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

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.

Walk in the Footsteps of Maria Mitchell

The greater coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest and savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. NEW for 2019: book online at www.ttor.org/ccwr

Barrett’s Tours

Guided Walking Tours

508-228-7557 Open daily at 50 Main Street

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

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HISTORICAL SITES - NANTUCKET TOWN ■ MARIA MITCHELL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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▲ 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 Nantucket Bake Shop

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

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

Nantucket Cookie Company

Open daily we ship anywhere Decorate small batch cookies from scratch

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

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, & Vineyard

Cisco Brewers

5 Bartlett Farm Road, 508-325-5929 Summer Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm 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 in-season: every 15 min from 12 noon or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. ciscobrewers.com

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

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

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. Theroseandcrown.com

Coffee Shops

The Bean

508-228-6215

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.

Light Food & Take-Out

Bartlett’s Farm

Open daily 8am to 6pm 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. Lobster Dinners are back! from 4pm, take home a 11/2 lb. lobster cooked & cracked, sweet corn on the cob, red bliss potatoes, coleslaw: $31.99 ea. or 4 for $119. bartlettsfarm.com

The Bean

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

508.680.1857 Open 8a-8p daily for all-day dining 9 South Water Street Healthy, fresh fun food featuring hand made breakfast, salads and sandwiches.

THE BEET features handmade, food + beverages in a fun, inviting atmosphere. Located in the heart-beet of downtown Nantucket, THE BEET will satiate everyone’s cravings – our freshly made breakfast bowls, healthy salads, and crispy shrimp burger, can be enjoyed in our vibrant dining room. Conveniently located between both ferries, THE BEET is the perfect choice for quick grabn-go when you arrive or on your way off-island. Tell all of your friends to “meet at The Beet!” Facebook + Instagram - @thebeetnantucket.com thebeetnantucket.com

Centre Street Bistro

508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30-9pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre Street Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!”

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts from 8am to 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays; savory lunches Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am to 2pm; and fabulous dinners Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9pm. 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

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

Downyflake

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

Clubs & Entertainment

Rose & Crown

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.

The Beet

Bakeries

All the products you love & mail order online

June 6-12, 2019

508-228-6215 4 India Street

mkt.com/the-bean-26 Nantucket’s favorite coffee shop, THE BEAN, also serves delicious, freshly made salads, sandwiches,

508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue

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

Easy Street Cantina

Mon.-Thurs: 8a- 10p; Fri-Sat: 8a-12a, Sun 9a-9p Open Daily: Full Breakfast served all day

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

EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our dining room or patio, or take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our bacon-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-2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4-8pm 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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Sophie T’s Pizza

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

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

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 Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com

Bartlett’s Farm

Markets

Open daily 8am to 6pm Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go, Lobster Dinners

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

Black-Eyed Susan’s

Restaurants

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

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Downyflake

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

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

Brant Point Grill

508-325-1320 Exceptional Harborside Dining Breakfast; Sun. Brunch; Lunch; and Dinner 50 Easton St, harborside at the White Elephant brantpointgrill.com

Enjoy Sunday brunch buffet from 10am to 2pm overlooking Nantucket Harbor with live music, relax over lunch or cocktails, and savor nightly 3-course dinners for $45 that you could pair with award-winning wines and spectacular views all at White Elephant’s BRANT POINT GRILL. They serve the island’s finest steaks, freshest seafood, and creative Chef’s Specialties. Once you’ve dined overlooking the harbor, you’ll know why this is the place to come time and time again when on island. The dress is casual whatever time of day or night you stop by.

Centre Street Bistro

508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30-9pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre Street Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!”

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm, is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts from 8am to 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays; savory lunches Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am to 2pm; and fabulous dinners Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30 to 9pm. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MC and Visa accepted. nantucketbistro.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. 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

508-228-4533 18 Sparks Avenue

www.thedownyflake.com Known for their bountiful breakfasts and lunches every day, 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.

Dune

508-228-5550 Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner from 5:30-9:30 pm,Lunch Mon-Sat from 11:30-2:30 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 Mon.-Thurs: 8a- 10p; Fri-Sat: 8a-12a, Sun 9a-9p 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. FREE CURB-SIDE DELIVERY! One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kid’s foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our spacious dining room or on our outside patio beside the water. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food. EasyStreetCantina.com

The Faregrounds

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

508-325-0308 10 India Street

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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. 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

508-228-6135 56 Union Street

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

fiftysixunion.com Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired…FIFTYSIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner nightly 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.

The Proprietors bar & table

508-228-7477 9 India St

Dinner Mon-Sat. from 5pm; Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes

proprietorsnantucket.com 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 6 nights from 5 pm and Sunday Brunch is served from 10am to 2pm. The Proprietors bar open from 5 pm to 1 am.

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

The Seagrille

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

508-325-5700 45 Sparks Ave

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

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Nantucket Dining Guide The Ships Inn

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

508-228-0040 13 Fair Street

shipsinnnantucket.com The diverse menu features a variety of seasonal specials and Ships Inn favorites. The food is presented with understated elegance and fresh, bold flavors that will make your visit a memorable one. Stop in for a drink at our Dory Bar and check out our menu. Surely you’ll want to stay for dinner. Reservations are recommended but not necessary, walk-ins are welcomed. Dinner is served Wednesday-Monday from 5:30 pm; Dory Bar opens at 5 pm.

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

Open every day from 11:15am to 9pm Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

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

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors 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

TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, & Dinner Nothing is ordinary, not even the view!

508-228-8768 Deck & Bayview Dining at The Wauwinet

Located at The Wauwinet overlooking Nantucket Bay, award-winning TOPPER’S offers one of the most spectacular views on the island. Enjoy a superb prix fixe or a la carte dinner in the intimate

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7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Time varies with the setting sun, so call ahead. Bring along your favorite beverages and enjoy some of the finest sunsets around on this relaxing cruise. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 8:45 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953 9 to 10:30 PM - Open Night at Loines Observatory Join Maria Mitchell Association professional astronomers for an impressive tour of the starry sky and for telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, galaxies, and more. Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street. $10; MMA members admitted free. 774-325-1081 MariaMitchell.org/visit/loines-observatory

THURSDAY, JUNE 13 8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike 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 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See the remaining historic landmarks from the Whaling Era while you sip your morning coffee or tea. 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. Wauwinet Gate House or 33 Washington St, . 508-228-6799 www.ttor.org/ccwr 9 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectac-

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dining room or relax outdoors on the casual TOPPER’S Deck. Cocktails on the lawn at sunset are another special treat. For brunch, lunch, or dinner, you can arrive via a scenic one-hour water taxi cruise that departs from the White Elephant or catch our complimentary jitney, that leaves from the Information Center on Federal Street. Dress is smart casual; reservations recommended. TOPPER’S is open through October. toppersrestaurant.com

Seafood

Souza’s Seafood

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

508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane

SOUZA’S SEAFOOD, under the red and white flag on Trotter’s Lane, offers a full line of quality seafoods both fresh and frozen: steamers, littlenecks, cherrystones, lobsters, swordfish, crabmeat, escargot, shrimp, quahogs, and much more! Only at SOUZA’S can you get delicious smoked scallops, their secret recipe stuffed quahogs, homemade chowder base 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.

Thai House Nantucket

Sushi

Open daily 11am-9pm

508-680-1522 118 Old South Road

Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. 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

Wine & Spirits

Epernay Wine & Spirits

508-228-2755 Open Daily 10 am to 9 pm; Order online 24/7 | Island Delivery 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 night wine tastings 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. Join us for the 2nd Annual Nantucket Pink Wine Mixer on June 19th. Tickets available at www.ackpinkwinemixer.eventbrite.com. Mention this ad in-store for 10% of your cigar purchase (expires 06.12.2019). @epernaywines | #YesWayEpernay | We Deliver to You epernaywines.com

ular homes on Nantucket. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens(+13) $5 for ages 7-12 Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at MMA Aquarium Join Aquarium staff as they feed the ever hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. (limited space) Registration Required. $15 (MMA members $10). 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 10 AM - Ice Cream Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Relax and enjoy some complimentary ice cream on this narrated tour of Nantucket Harbor. 508-228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also 11:15, 1, 2:15, 4, and 5:15 10 AM - Great Point Eco Tour and Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions Experience the natural beauty of Great Point and learn about our Gray Seal colony. 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com Again at 1:00 PM 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail Aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 508-228-5585 EndeavorSailing.com Trip repeated at 1 pm & 4 pm, plus a Sunset sail. Call for tickets & sunset time. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Find out what lives in Nantucket Harbor as you help collect, identify & release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! Part of a long term research project, this is interesting for adults & children alike. Registration Required. info@mariamitchell.org 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 10:30 AM to 11:30 - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hr with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. $15. 508-228-1894 nha.org Also at 1:30 PM 11 AM to 12 PM - “Rowland Folger” Join museum staff members Andrea Wulffleff and Allison Levy for a look at early basket maker Rowland Folger and the early days of lightship baskets. . Admission $7 (free to members). Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 11 AM to 2:30 PM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Taco Bar Featuring taco bar plus salad bar + pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, wings, onion rings, and more. $13.95. Salad Bar alone: $9.95. Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508-228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Vol. 49 No. 5 • YesterdaysIsland.com

June 6-12, 2019

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For Sale e l 15 Hedgebury Lane

Hedg gebury Lane with h Expansion Possibilities on a ½ acrre lot l $4,595,00 00 Custom-built home built in n 2011, located at the end of beautiful Hedgebury LLane. Close to a half-acre lo ot, and walking distance to Town. This beautiful 4-bedroom, 4.5-baths hom me has every modern am menity, with the possibilitty for a main house to b be built with a footprint 20% larger than the existing home adjacent to the current structure. Heatted pool surrounded by a la arge bluestone patio and g gardens with finished caban na, wired for cable and stereo with a large outdoo or shower. Oak floors, custtom mill work and built-inss are a must see. Please calll for more details or an ap ppointment to preview thi special this i l property. t

For Sale l 189 Eel Point

Renta tal Propert rtiies Call now to reserve your Summer Vacaation Home

Dionis Beach Front $12,500 per week

Estate in Dionis with Pool $13,5 500 per week

Eel Point Beach Fro ont $6,200 per week k

Waterfront on Eel Point $12,500 per week

189 Eel Point Road l $7, 7,995 5,000 Eel Point Waterfront Property with extraordinaryy views on exclusive Eel Point. Short walk to the beach. Overlooks acress of conservation land, Madaket Harborr, Tuckernuck, and Nantucket Sound d. This is the last large (4.3 acres) lot before the ocean. Live in this beautiful open-space o house with water views from every room, while you design your new secluded estate. Simply the best of both worlds.

ACK Distinctive Pr ro oper rt ties

Fernando Colon Osorio Broker & Managing Partner O: 508-332-8044 • C: 508-330-4432 fcco@ackdp.com

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

June 6-12, 2019

Classic & updated clothing for a new season! Murray’s…

THE SHOP FOR MEN THE SHOP FOR WOMEN

• “M” Crest • Bonobos • Castaway Nantucket Island • Bills Khakis • Corbin • Michaels Swimwear • New England Shirt Company • Gitman • Lacoste • Ledbury • Hommard Cashmere • Saint James • Vineyard Vines • Embroidered Pants and Shorts

EXCLUSIVE!

• Peter Millar Crown Shop • Smathers and Branson • Castaway • Bonobos

DESIGNER SPORTSWEAR

• Forrest Lennard • Peter Millar • Polo by Ralph Lauren

TOILETRIES & ACCESSORIES

• Beltology • Cole Haan • Jockey • Lacoste • Randolph sunglasses • Shinola • Polo • Royall • Sailormade • Smathers & Branson • Thomas Bates • Truefitt & Hill • Vineyard Vines • YRI • cufflinks

FOUL WEATHER GEAR

• Ten-C • Peter Millar • Stutterheim • Henri Lloyd • Barbour • Vineyard Vines

THE SHOP FOR MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SHOES

• Earth • Birkenstock • Bass • Dansko • Aerosoles • Salomon • André Assous • Uggs • Ecco • Sperry Topsider • Timberland • Jambu • Van Eli • Jack Rogers • Olukai • Nantucket Red • Alden • Nina • Vionic • Peter Millar • Mephisto • E. Michaels • Saucony • Arcopedico • Vineyard Vines flip-flops • Superga • Chinese Laundry

CHILDREN’S CLOTHING ON THE SECOND FLOOR

• Limeapple • Vineyard Vines • Gossip Girl • Lacoste • Polo Ralph Lauren • Castaway Nantucket • Cotton Sweaters • Girls Jack Rogers • St. James • Peter Millar • Sail to Sable • Duffield Lane

WORLD FAMOUS NANTUCKET REDS™ TRADITIONAL, ORIGINAL, AUTHENTIC

Our Nantucket Reds Collection is made of 100% cotton that softens and fades to pink with repeated washings. • Children’s pants, shorts, overalls, jumpers, polos, and tees Women’s capris, skirts • Men’s & Women’s shirts, pants, shorts, baseball caps, crew hats, t-shirts, sweaters, socks, jackets, visors, sweatshirts, fleece vests, aprons, luggage • Layette in 100% cotton

Murray’s Toggery Shop 62 Main Street, Nantucket 508-228-0437 • (800) 368-2134

nantucketreds.com info@nantucketreds.com Open Mon - Sat from 10am-5:30pm; Sunday from 10am-4pm All Credit Cards Welcome • Open year-round

• Cashmere Ponchos • Tunics • Castaway Nantucket Island • Elliot Lauren • Embroidered Pants & Skirts • Jill McGowan • Foxcroft • Leon Levin • Linens • Nantucket Reds™ • Tiannello • Not Your Daughter’s Jeans • Estelle and Finn • Three Dots

DESIGNER SPORTSWEAR & DRESSES

• Barbour • Ugg • Sail to Sable • Krazy Larry • St. James • Duffield Lane • Golfino • Vineyard Vines • Lisette • Castaway Nantucket

SWIMWEAR

• Anne Cole • Castaway Embroidered • Lauren • Michael Kors • Vince Camuto • Ralph Lauren • Seawaves • Tommy Hilfiger • Vineyard Vines

LINGERIE AND NIGHTWEAR

• Coobie • Jockey • Uwila Warrior • Jacaranda • Hanky Panky • Spanx • Nu Bra • LaCera • BedHead

ACCESSORIES

• Cole Haan • Eric Javits Hats & Bags • Beltology • Graf Lantz • Straw Hats • Socks • Spartina • Shinola • Sunglasses by Randolph • Nantucket Throw • Key Rings • Nantucket Canvas Bags • Merritt • Sterling & 14k Jewelry • Nantucket Gifts • Kendra Scott • evening bags • Hobo • Beach Towels • Wallaroo • Sondra Roberts • Straw Bags • Frieda Rothman • Demilune candles

OURTH 74 ! R Y EA

Voted

‘Best of Nantucket’

for Men’s Clothing, Women’s Accessories, & Shoes

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