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Island Book Fest by Julianne Adams Bibliophiles are flocking to our island for the third annual Nantucket Book Festival. This year, more than 70 authors are taking part in the literary celebration that runs from Friday through Sunday, June 20-22. Chosen by a committee to represent a diverse range of writing, the participating authors cover the spectrum of literary possibility: fiction, non-fiction, children’s, young adult, poetry, and more. Some of the many local favorites participating in the event include Alice Hoffman, Nancy Thayer, and Jodi Picoult, all of whom will be speaking separately about their work at ticketed events. Most of the 30 events are free and, as author liaison Maddie Hjulstrom explains, are about more than the 35 speaking authors presenting their current work. “There is a deeply personal element to each event—we’re interested in not only hearing about their new books, but also about the heart and soul behind the stories.” To get at the stories behind the stories, a number of events bring two or more authors together for a literary discussion. At “From Page to Stage,” Stacey D’Erasmo and Welsey Stace, whose recent releases follow touring musicians, will have a discussion moderated by Megan Stielstra on writing creatively about music. “The Yellow Birds” pairs Kevin Powers and John Merson, both veterans and authors of works chronicling their time in war. Festival co-founder Meghan Blair-Valero describes the events as an opportunity to gain “amazing insight into the story and influences on that story.” She writes, “We all read a story with our own experience influencing our perception, and when a group gathers to hear the writer’s perception, it is a very unique experience.” In addition to informing an individual’s reading of a work, hearing an author talk brings to life their work in a new way and infuses the work with a sense of community. This idea of community is a key tenet of the festival. One of the major goals that the events achieve is highlighting Nantucket’s literary community. Many of the involved authors have close ties to the island, either as residents or inspired visitors. Nathaniel Philbrick, whose In the Heart of the Sea received the 2000 continued on page 20
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Today’s Nantucket
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THURSDAY, JUNE 19 PLEIN AIR NANTUCKET FESTIVAL Hosted by the Artists Association, this 4-day festival is open to all artists who wish to paint in the fresh air and pristine scenery of the island. Details at nantucketarts.org or 508.228.0722. $10. Register at the AAN Gallery, 19 Washington St. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Coaching at the Corner A comfy & energizing discussion on The Confident YOU: Your Inner Strength = Outward Success—use your self-confidence to enable amazing personal & professional results.” We’ll talk about strategies that can remove roadblocks and get your life moving, answer questions, give helpful tips. Moderated by professional coach, Marsha Egan, PCC. $15; coachingatthecorner.com. Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 9 AM - Free Behind the Scenes Tour of Bartlett’s Farm Find out why hot house tomatoes taste so great. Take a look at our organic production and learn the history of Bartlett’s Farm. Meet in front of the market at 9 am. 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 9:30 AM - 3rd Annual Plein Air Nantucket Festival Hosted by the Artists Association, the 4-day festival is open to all outdoor painters who wish to paint in the fresh air and pristine scenery of the island. Details at nantucketarts.org or 508.228.0722. $10. Register at the AAN Gallery, 19 Washington St. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387.
10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, the struggle for women’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Robot Explorers for Ages 8+ After an introduction to robots & robotic spacecraft, teams assemble robot ‘cublets’ to learn how robots work. Children must be accompanied by an adult $50. Register at mariamitchell.org or 508.228.9198. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. Adults $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn of Maria Mitchell’s life & legacy. See outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. continued on page 12
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Lifting Emily’s Veil by Sarah Teach Island author Jim Sulzer landed on Nantucket the same way many of us did. It was 1986 when the Yale graduate and his wife decided to come live on the island for “just one year.” Almost 30 “just one years” later, when Sulzer isn’t busy teaching writing to grades 5-8 at Nantucket New School, you’ll find him immersed in his own writing. His most recent novel, A Voice at the Door, offers the author’s answer to a hotly debated literary mystery: the addressee of American poet Emily Dickinson’s “Master” poems. Sulzer’s soaring height starkly contrasts his soft-spoken presence. He exudes a quiet dignity, not unlike that which Dickinson herself must have possessed. Venturing into Sulzer’s sun-drenched backyard, one feels as if it could very well be Emily Dickinson’s famous garden. A few friendly cats scamper through the greenery; one brave emerald-eyed tigress stops for a quick greet-and-sniff. The gardener toils with a smile. And there among the flowers, like a shy beauty just coming of age, stands the author’s workspace. Sulzer quaintly refers to it as a shed, but the interior belies any association with grass-speckled lawn mowers and rusty tool kits. Fragrant cedar mingles with a woodstove to concoct an intoxicating aroma that surely spawns creativity. A classical guitar leans against a handcrafted bookshelf, full of well-worn texts and a half-full bottle of Johnny Walker. It is here, at a tall, elegant table kissed by sunlight–or moonlight, depending upon the hour–where Sulzer does most of his writing. Sulzer came across Dickinson’s work when he was 16. “I felt her. Boom, right away,” he says, adding that her poetry became the basis for his elaborate senior project in high school. Seasoned eyes take on a youthful glow at the memory. “And in 2001,” he says, “I rediscovered Emily. I had hurt my back and couldn't move the way I normally do, so I lay around reading. I read every F. Scott Fitzgerald story and didn't like a single one!” He chuckles and says that this lead him back to Dickinson's pages, and he fell in love all over again. “She spoke to me. And I became a little bit obsessed,”
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Island Magic on Canvas The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) knows how magical Nantucket’s scenery can be. That is why the organization is pleased to be hosting its third annual outdoor painting festival, Plein Air Nantucket, which will span four days, from Thursday, June 19 through Sunday, June 22. Plein Air Nantucket is hosted in the spirit of Frank Swift Chase, an early 20th century Nantucket artist who taught outdoor painting classes. The core of his students became the founders of the AAN. Plein Air Nantucket is open to artists at any skill level who wish to paint in the fresh air, and enjoy the camaraderie of painting alongside others. Local artist Greg Hill of G.S. Hill Gallery says, “I love plein air painting because it’s a continuing learning process. No matter what the weather is, you’re constantly learning something about colors, perspective, moods, light. Every time I get outside to paint, I think, ‘Why don’t I do this more often?’” “Changes are in the wind for our third annual festival,” says AAN curator of exhibitions Robert Frazier. “We’ve doubled the festival length, expanded the designated painting area, and are holding it at our gallery. The most exciting addition for this year,” notes Frazier, “is the Wet Wall, where art works that have been completed can be posted immediately each day for the public to view and purchase.” The designated painting area runs from Washing Pond through all of town to Monomoy. Curator of Exhibitions Bobby Frazier says, “In the festival’s first year, artists painted in just the Washington Street and wharf area. This year, we wanted to branch out so artists have a wider range of subject matter. That way, those artists who have participated the past two years are not painting the same scenery.” Artists who want to participate may sign up on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, June 19-21 beginning at 9:30 a.m. each day in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery at 19 Washington St. The entry fee is $10. All artists’ canvases are limited to either 9” x 12” or 12” x 16” and will be stamped by the AAN at registration. Up to four works may be completed. The majority of the work should be painted on location. All art must be returned to the gallery by 4 p.m. Sun., June 22 for judging. The festival will conclude with the Frank Swift Chase Awards presentation and public reception, which will be held on Sunday, June 22, at 5 p.m., in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery. All are welcome to attend this free reception. For details, call 508-228-0294, visit nantucketarts.org, or email gallery@nantucketarts.org.
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Thirsty for More by Carri Wroblewski BRIX Wine Shop My career in the wine business started with a six-pack of Miller Lite. Studying at Indiana University, I was a journalism major with a focus on magazine publishing. During the fall semester of my junior year, just as we came back from summer break, I got an assignment that would change the direction of my life. “This semester,” the professor said, “Each of you is going to select a magazine to study and critique. It doesn’t matter what magazine it is, just make sure you like the subject, you’re going to be very familiar with it by the end of this class.” That night I headed over to Osco Drugs to find my magazine. Scanning the huge selection I thought, this is going to be easy, there’s a lot to choose from. Elle, Vogue, Glamour…those were all publications I overheard other classmates selecting. I couldn’t pick one of those. People, Popular Mechanics, Reader’s Digest…nope, no interest. And then I looked up. Out of the corner of my eye, on the top left hand shelf, sat the magazine that changed it all for me. Not tall enough to reach it, I started stacking other magazines to give me height. Right about then one of my sorority sisters approached and asked, “Did you find your magazine yet?” With my six-pack of Miller Lite in one hand and the magazine in the other, I happily flashed her the cover. “The Wine Spectator? But you don’t know anything about wine.” And she was right, I didn’t. But something drew me to the oversized publication. And that’s when my journey in wine began. Over the course of that semester, while critiquing the magazine for class, I “accidentally” started reading The Wine Spectator. And soon enough I shed my 6-packs of light beer and entered the wine world with bottles of red Zinfandel and Merlot. I was hooked and thirsty for more.
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Becoming a Reader by Robert P. Barsanti In 1978, I believed in my Red Sox. The summer had peaked, dived, and peaked again. The Red Sox lead the American League East by fourteen games, then trailed, then won eight in a row to tie the Yankees on the final day of the season. I loved Bill Lee and knew that he was right about the “Gerbil,” Don Zimmer. But there they were at Fenway Park on a brilliant September afternoon. In seventh grade, I spent my time in pennies. I don’t remember spending much time in English or Social Studies examining and critiquing Mike Torres or Jim Rice, but the game must have been on our minds. At the end of school, I biked home in time to watch the Red Sox claw back into the game. From a collapsing sofa, I watched Jerry Remy hit a sure triple into Lou Pinella’s glove. Then Yaz faced the Goose. In one world, Yaz check swung and popped up to Craig Nettles, ending the oddest and vertiginous of Red Sox seasons. In another world, he doubled off the wall and drove in the winning runs. The Sox then went on to take the Dodgers in five and remove the curse twenty-five years sooner than expected. Don Zimmer lived on in fame, never coached the Yankees, and doesn’t have to bring a wallet to any bar he enters. That world exists, unfortunately, in my brain. Our shared reality, the one that Vegas cashes its bets on and seem to exist in newspapers, had the Yankees winning and the Red Sox fuming over another quiet October. But Our shared reality didn’t make sense to me. It didn’t make sense that Bucky Dent hit that home run and that Yaz did not. The story shouldn’t have ended that way. I became a reader because Dent hit that home run. In the world of books, unlike the world of baseball, things happen for a reason. The best written books hum along well-planned rails until they finally pull into the station. James Bond will emerge unscathed by the last chapter, and he will guide his Bentley back to see M and debrief. Travis McGee will be back on the Busted Flush. Even the final moments of Albus Dumbledore serve the engine of literary logic. The train never slips the tracks, instead it hums along on its own internal logic until the last page turns. Lou Pinella never makes that grab in J.K. Rowling’s work. Baseball, careers, and our bank accounts never quite work out the way we want them to. Worse, we can never know why our dream failed and reality washed it over. And we wouldn’t believe the reason anyway. Yaz can tell us that he didn’t mean to hit the ball, but we can’t believe that. An employer can look at us and tell us that “we weren’t going to be a good fit, really,” but we can’t believe that either. We have to believe there is another reason. We have to believe that the answer is just hidden from us. As Mulder would point out, “The Truth is out there” and “I want to believe.” Fiction, God bless its crooked little heart, gives us reasons to believe. They may hide like rabbits or lap against the shore like an incoming tide, but they are there. You can parse them, pull them apart, and reframe them into some cultural dynamic, but they are there. At a time when the criminals have beach houses and the innocent are injected, there is comfort into slipping into a world where the tragedies serve a purpose. The Nantucket Book Festival comes to the island this weekend. The tents and tables will be set up at the Atheneum, readings will be scheduled here, there and everywhere, and beer will be served with signatures out at Cisco. Unlike the other festivals, not many will be writing big checks at cocktail parties. I don’t continued on page 18
Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket Celebrating Our 44th Year
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Good Enough to Eat
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The history of culinary tradition would be lost without books. Within the pages of so many, there are countless treasured recipes, memoirs, lectures, rules, mother sauces. The written word is our best window into the world of food, whether it be Escoffier’s Ma Cuisine or simply a grandmother’s handwritten recipe archive—the importance is undeniable. Some writers can evoke strict adherence to tradition, while others tempt with just a memory of a dish, the author, in hindsight desperate to know the recipe they once observed. As a chef, my books are some of my most important possessions. I was reunited with one of my first cookbooks the other day, one that had been lost in a move. The jacket was still ripped in the same places as I remembered, and the words of encouragement in my mother’s beautiful handwriting inside the cover, now slightly faded from the ten years that have passed, nearly brought me to tears. Books evoke what makes us human; the ability to intimately know people, places, and cultures simply through prose. The Nantucket Book Festival brings together an amazing collection of authors and their readers for a weekend in jubilance of literature, community, and the written word. There will be dinners, book signings, and even a pig roast. Seems the festival will be good enough to eat. Meanwhile, try these author-inspired recipes to get in Nantucket Book-Fest mode! Ernest Hemingway, one of the greatest writers of our time was not just known for his worldly understated prose, but also for this cocktail. According to Wayne Curtis of Liquor.com, the novelist had stopped into Havana’s El Floridita bar, not far from the hotel where he lived during much of the 1930s. “On his way out, he noticed the bartender setting up Daiquiris. Never one to walk past a drink, Hemingway took a sip. Not bad, he said, but he preferred them with no sugar and double the rum. The bartender made one as specified, and then named the drink after him.” continued on page 14
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Abundance of Squid by Dr. Sarah Oktay, Director, University of Massachusetts Nantucket Field Station (see www.yesterdaysisland.com for expanded article & notations)
It’s been four years since I last wrote about squid, and their eggs have been washing up around our island during the last two weeks. It looks like we may have a good population of squid this year. Squid are most abundant in Nantucket Sound in May and June. On June 1, squid eggs were reported at Great Point, Smith Point, and other beaches around Nantucket. Females lay hundreds of eggs in capsules that they attempt to attach to the sea floor along with their sister squid eggs; but these often come loose and wash ashore. Squid are members of the class Cephalopoda. Other members include octopus, cuttlefish, and the ancient nautilus. The word Cephalopoda means literally "head-foot bearing," and refers to the way the cephalopod arms appear to be attached directly to the head, which can be embarrassing if you are not a cephalopod. Squids are mollusks of the phylum Mollusca. Their molluscan relatives are snails, clams, and other bivalves. The shell of the mollusk has evolved to become a chitinous (like fingernails) plate shaped like a quill pen and buried under the mantle inside the creature. The mantle, the chief swimming organ of the animal, is modified into lengthwise fins along the posterior end of the body and projects forward like a collar around the head. As the mantle relaxes and contracts, the squid swims forward, upward, and downward. Water is expelled in jets from the muscular funnel located just below the head, propelling the squid backward in abrupt jetlike motions. The combination of chitin and mantle makes the squid fast and able to withstand great depths and pressure. The arms are used to steer in swimming and the tentacles are used to seize and immobilize prey, which are then cut into pieces by the animal's strong beaklike jaws. The beak is made of chitin, and is indigestible, which explains why squid beaks are often found in the stomachs of predators from whales to seals. Squid are in the order Teuthida, which comprises around 300 species. continued on page 45
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Lifting Emily’s Veil from page 5
he says slowly, then adds, “But I think that in order to do a book like this, you have to have an obsession with your subject. When you write a novel, you’re creating a world, and you’re living in that world. It comes alive. It grows and flowers and reveals things you hadn’t expected. The end of the book surprised even me!” Narrated by Suzler’s fictional Uncle William Norcross, The Voice at the Door weaves a love story between Dickinson and famous Presbyterian preacher Charles Wadsworth. “He was probably the second most famous American preacher of the time,” says Sulzer. “The timeline of the Master poems’ writing points to Wadsworth. He’s the only one that seems to fit. Of course, this is just my opinion. I’m not saying it’s the definite truth. But this is a novel, not a biography. You choose a truth and go with it.” Dickinson, frequently billed as America’s greatest poet, is more often portrayed as a caricature than an individual. Most people know her as a literary figure that brooded in solitude and refused human contact. The natural reaction to those factoids is to think that she hated people. Sulzer disagrees, and says, “I think she lived life so intensely that in order to keep living with that intensity, she had to retreat from society.” In his book, Suzler sets out to give Dickinson life, breath, flesh. Whatever it would take to show her true personhood to people. “She was a generous person with a wonderful, sly sense of humor. continued on page 24
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2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 617, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 ea, 15 South Water St. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Hear Nantucket’s maritime history & see the waterfront with Capt. Genthner. $40. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Tony Lee Thomas Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Inside the Graveyards Walk Visit the final resting places of interesting people who left a footprint on Nantucket. We will visit 2 cemeteries. Meet at the Pacific Bank at the top of Main St. $20. 65+ & Teens $15. Wear appropriate footwear. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 5 PM - Dinner at Arno’s begins for the season Nightly dinners start for the season at Arno’s Breakfast & Seafood Restaurant, 41 Main St. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music at The Jetties Featuring Billy Voss; 4 Bathing Beach Road 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring a favorite beverage & join us $55 or $550 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, 508-2287037. Straight Wharf #1011 ExploreNantucket.com. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7 to 10 PM - Live Piano Music & Singing Breeze Bar & Café at The Nantucket Hotel. 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730. 7:30 PM - “Hay Fever” performed by TWN The eccentric Blisses host a weekend at their
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country estate & their guests become victims in the self-serving shenanigans of their hosts & everything goes blissfully awry. Presented in Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. Box office: 508-2284305 www.theatreworkshop.com 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Plays Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket! Visit houses with stories to tell & view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at the corner of Main & Federal. $20. 65+ & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 10:05 PM to 1 AM - Special After 10 Burger at Nixs Brew Pub, 15 So. Water Street.
FRIDAY, JUNE 20 NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL Talks, panels, book fairs, parties, author brunch, signings & more at different venues in & outside of town. www.NantucketBookFestival.org
PLEIN AIR NANTUCKET FESTIVAL Hosted by the Artists Association, this 4-day festival is open to all artists who wish to paint in the fresh air and pristine scenery of the island. Details at nantucketarts.org or 508.228.0722. $10. Register at the AAN Gallery, 19 Washington St. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Help collect, identify & release marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. continued on page 16
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Nantucket is a pet-friendly destination - you see dogs accompanying their people on the boat, boarding the plane, strutting down the sidewalk, slurping beers at the brewery, and playing frisbee on the beach. Keep your furry friend looking their best by stopping into Cold Noses on Straight Wharf for the latest in pet fashion and accessories. This downtown pet boutique carries unique Nantucket collars, harnesses, and leashes, clothes, plush toys, as well as whimsical gifts and home accessories for the pet owners. Your dog can shop with you, and while you are browsing fabric samples for a custom dog bed, they can pick out their own treats or be properly sized for a collar and matching leash. Owner Jan Jaeger stocks the store with Nantucket pets in mind. They carry doggy life jackets for the boat, doggles (swim goggles for your dog!), raincoats, travel carriers and bowls, water bottles, beach bags, and nautical Nantucket embroidered bandanas that will have your pet standing out in a crowd. The wall of plush toys in the shape of lobsters, crabs, seahorses, and fish will have your little guy drooling in delight. Cold Noses also carries gifts and home accessories for the pet lover in your life. They have a selection of Nantucket ornaments that are hand painted and available in a variety of breeds. The Nantucket dog prints by artist Sara England caught my eye, especially the pugs sailing in a wooden boat, “All Paws on Deck”. Sara England’s prints are also available in a variety of breeds and coastal themes; placed in a frame these would make a wonderful gift. The dog loving wine connoisseur will appreciate the hand painted stemware, “sit, stay, drink” wine gift bags and matching cocktail napkins. Whether you are looking to spoil your pet, or the pet lover in your life, this is the place to do it. Cold Noses is located in The Courtyard at 16 Straight Wharf, and is open daily in season from April to December.
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Good Enough to Eat from page 9
HEMINGWAY DAQUIRI 1-1/2 oz. white rum 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice 1/4 oz. fresh grapefruit juice 1/4 oz. maraschino liqueur Ice cubes Tools: shaker, strainer Garnish: lime wedge Shake ingredients, strain into a chilled glass and garnish. Mary Frances Kennedy Fisher (M.F.K. Fisher) was a woman after my own heart. Her writings are crammed with vivid detail that make both places and food come alive. Her memoirs are the epitome of the human spirit and devotion to food.
M.F.K. FISHER’S RATATOUILLE “The first ingredients were and still are eggplant and onions, garlic, green peppers, red peppers, plenty of ripe peeled tomatoes and some good olive oil. Proportions are impossible to fix firmly, since everything changes in size and flavor, but perhaps there should be three parts of eggplant to two of tomatoes and one each of the peppers and the onions and garlic. I really cannot say. “Everything is sliced, cubed, chopped, minced, and, except for the tomatoes, is put into the pot‌thrown in, that is, for the rough treatment pushes down the mass. At the end, when there is less than no room, the tomatoes are cubed or sliced generously across the top, and the lid is pressed down ruthlessly. When it is taken off, a generous amount of olive oil must be trickled over the whole to seep down. Then the lid is put on again. It may not quite fit, but it will soon drop into place. The whole goes into a gentle (300 degree) oven for about as long as one wishes to leave it there, like five or six hours. It should be stirred up from the bottom with a long spoon every couple of hours. It will be very soupy for a time, and then is when it makes a delicious nourishing meal served genercontinued on page 15
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ously over slices of toasted french bread with plenty of grated dry cheese. Gradually it becomes more solid, as the air fills with the rich waftings which make neighbors sniff and smile. When it reaches the right texture to be eaten as one wishes, even with a fork, the lid can stay off and fresh shelled shrimps be laid amply on the top to turn white before they are stirred in, or small sausages already cooked well in beer or wine. Or it can simply be left in a turned-off oven to be chilled later for probably the best so-called ratatouille ever eaten.”
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My go-to cookie, with an equal amount of memories in beginner’s baking failure, first-time success, & when mastered, gift giving. 2 Sticks butter, softened 1 C sugar 1 C packed light-brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 C plus 2 T all-purpose flour 1/2 C wheat germ 3 C rolled oats (not quick-cooking or instant) 1 t baking powder 1 t baking soda 1 t kosher salt 1/2 semisweet chocolate chips (or 3 oz. good quality dark chocolate, broken into pieces) 1/2 C dried cranberries 1 C walnuts, coarsely chopped (optional)
FONTINA PIZZA
Now, one out of my own treasured book. This is a favorite in my family, and I hope to pass it on for generations. Bay Scallops only, please! 1/2 lb. Nantucket Bay Scallops, rinsed and patted dry. 2 C Danish Fontina, grated 1 small Yellow Onion, sliced very thin 2 small Ripe Tomatoes, sliced thin 2 cloves Garlic, shaved As much Pizza Dough as your favorite shop will sell you. Send in your cutest child for this task. Olive Oil for drizzling Salt & Fresh Pepper, to taste Red Pepper Flakes (optional) Preheat oven or grill to hottest temp, 500 is preferable with a pizza stone on the middle shelf or grill rack. Cut dough into baseball size pieces. Let them come to room temp with a damp towel over the top, 30 minutes Stretch dough over floured fists in circular motion then place down on a floured Pizza Peel. Cornmeal is great too. Add ingredients in order: a bit of cheese, sliced tomato, shaved garlic, sliced onions, scallops, then more cheese. Drizzle with great olive oil, salt, and cracked pepper. Slide the pizza off the peel and into the oven, being sure not to let too much heat out. Let cook for 6-10 minutes. The pizza is done when the top is blistered and bubbling. Repeat with the rest of the dough balls, or wrap and save in the fridge. Enjoy with friends or family, or both.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees with a rack right in the middle. Cream butter and sugar in a mixer fixed with a whisk attachment on high speed for 5 minutes, until very light in color and very fluffy. Reduce mixerspeed to low and beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk in the flour, wheat germ, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt together. Switch from the whisk attachment to the paddle attachment and gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients on low speed just until no flour is visible. Stir in chips, cranberries and walnuts by hand, being careful not to over mix the dough For big cookies: Use a 1/3 C measure to scoop the dough and roll into a ball with your hands. Place cookies 3 inches apart on a cookie sheet and flatten with the heel of your hand until they are 4 inches in diameter. Bake large cookies for 18-20 minutes for a nice crispy texture.
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10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, twomen’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, & the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 12:30 to 2 PM - Free Talk: “The Yellow Birds” Two different authors, Kevin Powers & John Merson, talk about two different wars and the effects on those who fought. Atheneum, 1 India St. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, & the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn about the life & scientific legacy of Maria
Mitchell, America’s first woman astronomer. If weather permits, see outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a safe solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3 PM - Book Signing with Daniel Menaker Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main S.t 2:30 to 3:30 PM - Free Talk: “Plundered Hearts” J.D. McClatchy talks about poetry and his work. Atheneum, 1 India St. 3 to 3:30 PM - Book Signing with Megan Stielstra Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water St. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 ea, 4 Bathing Beach Rd. 3:30 to 4 PM - Book Signing with Molly Antopol Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St 4 to 5 PM - Free Talk: “Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” Author Gabrielle Zevin speaks about the inspiration behind her third novel. Atheneum, 1 India St. 4 to 5 PM - Book Signing with John Mariani Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Lance Mountain Dance Party Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks & Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. continued on page 17
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Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet outside The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton St. $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 5 to 6 PM - Free Concert in the Park Free acoustic concert in the Fair Street Park at the corner of Main & Fair. Weather permitting. Organized by Nantucket & Company. 5 to 7 PM - Sips for Summer Solstice We’ll open wines perfect for warm island days at BRIX Wine Shop, 1 Windy Way. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music at The Jetties Featuring Tony Lee Thomas; 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 to 9 PM - Nick Davies and The Rossini Club Breeze Bar & Café at The Nantucket Hotel. 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8 PM - Book Festival Opening Night Kick Off “Reading in My Writing Life” — free talk with Geoff Dyer, Ben Fountain, and Dani Shapiro in the Unitarian Meeting House, 11 Orange St. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 PM - “Hay Fever” performed by TWN When the eccentric Blisses host a weekend at their country estate, their unsuspecting guests become victims in the self-serving shenanigans of their hosts & everything goes blissfully awry. Presented in Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. Box office: 508-228-4305 www.theatreworkshop.com 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 8 to 10 PM - Live Music at Kitty’s Enjoy live music at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road. 508-325-0781.
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Becoming a Reader from page 8
believe many authors are reading at “Member’s Only” gatherings and very few people will be stopping George Pelecanos for a selfie. Of course, once there was a time when books and novels were much brighter in the entertainment firmament. Novelists got million dollar book deals, were interviewed on the Tonight Show, and could see themselves in cardboard in any town. The literary world has lurched past the time of James Michener and Robert B. Parker and has settled into the corner of the Barnes and Noble where they don’t sell Legos, cards, or coffee. I don’t know if the world pushed the book away or if Facebook and Twitter broke our concentration so often that we just gave up. The writers haven’t given up. More books were published last year than in any other year; however, most of them were self-published. Almost every selfpublished author went through the annoyance of mailing off novels into slush piles and never hearing of them again. So, without the polish and the prestige of a major publishing house, these writers did it themselves online. And they will be seated in the garden on Saturday. They (and I) have dreams of selling their novel and buying a summer house with the proceeds, but that seat at the table comes at the end of the process. Just as I know Yaz didn’t hit the home run, I know some agent is going to pick up my novel and start making lunch dates. The modern writer stays at home and toils on a story that maybe only his friends and family are going to read. And maybe the reader doesn’t matter anymore. You must, as Hemingway says, be prepared to work always without applause. The pleasure in reading doesn't come only to the reader but also to the writer. In fact, the writer, in his own sensible world, may get most of the fun. When you sit down every night and slip into Westeros and get transported away from Ramen Pride and red bordered envelopes. We are patent clerks and mail attendants and school teachers that dream of lives outside of the ones that we currently live. Writers get to do that. Writers get to create aquariums full of bright swimming fish, and then we get to kill them. More to the point, we get to create another life for ourselves where things happen for a reason, even if that reason is petty and small. Our novels are the only place where good deeds go unpunished.
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Events & Activities
before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 9 to 9:45 AM -“Writing The Creative Life I” Free talk by Katrina Kenison. Atheneum, 1 India St. 9 to 10:30 AM - Free Talk: “Lives Well-Lived” Ben Bradlee, Jr. and Daniel Menaker. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange St. 9:30 to 10 AM - Book Signing with Alice Hoffman Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Talk: “Writing The Creative Life II” Talk by Dani Shapiro. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 10 to 10:30 AM - Book Signing with George Pelecanos Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad St 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 to 11 AM - Book Signing with Nathaniel Philbrick Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main St 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 4 PM- Author Tent Author signing and selling books, with storytime for youngsters under the tent in the Atheneum Garden, 1 India St. nantucketbookfestival.org 10:30 to 11 AM - Book Signing with Anthony Marra Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad St 11 to 11:30 AM - Book Signing with Kevin Powers Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad St
from page 17
9 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing Night with MMA Join professional astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, & galaxies. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10. 10 PM to 1 AM - Urban Beatbox with Good Lyfe Awesome new DJ format with blend of new and familiar music at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.
SATURDAY, JUNE 21 NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL Talks, panels, book fairs, parties, author brunch, signings & more at different venues in & outside of town. www.NantucketBookFestival.org
PLEIN AIR NANTUCKET FESTIVAL Hosted by the Artists Association, this 4-day festival is open to all artists who wish to paint in the fresh air and pristine scenery of the island. Details at nantucketarts.org or 508.228.0722. $10. Register at the AAN Gallery, 19 Washington St. 8 to 11:30 AM - Omelette Bar at Easy Street Cantina Build your own omelette with more than 15 fillings & toppings, served with fruit and homefries. Corner of Easy & Broad sts. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures Fresh Baked Pastries Donuts Fresh Fried Clams Grilled Mahi Mahi Basil Chicken Salad Chicken Nuggets Sandwiches
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National Book Award for Non-Fiction and is being adapted into a film, is a longtime island resident. Another Nantucket resident, Elin Hilderbrand has set all of her dozen books on the island. Budding young island writers who participated in the PEN/Faulkner Writers in School program this spring will present at the “Opening Night Kick Off,” which also features three great authors (Geoff Dyer, Ben Fountain and Dani Shapiro). The Book Festival is just as much about the authors as the readers. Festivalgoers will have the chance to mingle with the speakers after every talk. There are multiple events specially geared towards reader interaction. At “Under The Tent,” more than 40 authors who are locals or whose books are inspired by the island will chat with readers and sign their works. And there will be a slew of activities for the little ones. Throughout its three days, the festival has events aimed for readers of all ages. “Pirate Story Time” will engage the kids with costumes and storytelling. YA author Gabrielle Zevin will discuss her latest work, The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, a hit at Mitchell’s Book Corner this season. For festival organizers, having events geared towards younger readers was crucial. Blair-Valero explains how “[a]ttending a festival like this is a great way to get connected with books and stories and get excited about reading. That is why it is so important to include young adults and kids in events like this.” At night, once the kids have fallen asleep dreaming of the new stories they’ve encountered, adults can gather at the “Authors In Bars” and “Open Mic” for a more free discussion with their favorite speakers. For the less literaryinclined, these events are great ways to join in on the festival fun, as are the tantalizing talks taking place at local restaurants. With food writer John Mariani, you can feast on Italian plates at Ventuno or sip on cocktails at Cru. Another great option is “Best Friends, Occassional Enemies,” with Lisa Scottoline and her daughter Francesca Serritella, whose co-authored series takes a humorous look at life together (their most recent release is Have a Nice Guilt Trip). Hjulstrom writes, “the tone of this event is very funny and relaxed—anyone who wants a good laugh and a great meal at the Westmoor … would love this event.” With its mixers and talks, the Nantucket Book Festival is a great opportunity not only to meet with favorite authors, but also to discover new ones. The event “Emerging Writers” has this aim in mind. Michael Shulder will moderate a discussion with burgeoning literary talents Molly Antopol, Cynthia Bond, Tim Horvath, and Anthony Marra. At “Under the Tent,” readers will be able to peruse the works of all the participating speakers. A surefire attraction for the roving literary eye will be the Penguin Book Truck, which is novel in more ways than one. The bright orange truck, bedecked with penguins, offers new releases and classics. With all of its offerings, festival organizers hope to help book lovers and wary readers alike discover amazing reads. As Blair-Valero writes, “The subject matter, styles of writing, types of books, and personalities of writers are as varied as the grains of sand on our beaches. There really is a book for EVERYONE. If reading and literacy are a struggle, then audio books are a great alternative. If you say you aren’t a reader it is because you haven’t found the right book yet.” After finding your book soulmate, you can celebrate by visiting the festival Wrap Party. Held at Cisco Brewers on Sunday afternoon, the party features a pig roast courtesy of Annye’s Whole Foods, a selection of Cisco Brewery’s offerings, and one last opportunity to talk shop with festival speakers. After that, it’ll be time to hit the books and read your newest finds.
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Thirsty for More from page 7
Fast-forward twenty years and three wine shops later, there are two questions that I always get asked. One is how does someone get into the wine business, and the other is what is the best way to learn about wine? Outside of tasting (for which there is no substitute) reading about wine is the next best thing. When I think back to my beginning love affair with wine, it was books that gave me a better understanding and the basic foundation of my knowledge. Whether it was a book about how to taste wine, the story of someone else’s journey in the wine business, or a book filled with food and wine pairings. With the approach of the Nantucket Book Festival, I started going through my library of wine books. Though there are so many good ones out there, this is a short list of some of my all-time favorites. If you are in the wine business, or an avid wine drinker, you probably have that “first” wine book. Whether it’s the one that someone gave you to feed your growing interest or one that you bought for yourself to get you started, you likely remember which one it is. For me, it was The Essential Wine Book: An Indispensable Guide to the Wines of the World. A colleague gave it to me while I was working part-time at my first retail wine job in Boston. Written by Oz Clarke, an award winning British wine writer, this book has the perfect combination of wine facts interwoven with Clarke’s personal advice. It has great introductions to the world’s wine regions, detailed descriptions of grape varieties, explains how to read a wine label, and offers up food pairing recommendations. For me, that book was a good place to start. If you want something more in depth as a reference book, one of the most comprehensive wine books ever written is Jancis Robinson’s Oxford Companion to Wine. A compilation of essays written by more than seventy professionals and experts and edited by her, (with over 3,000 entries and countless maps), this book will guide you from ‘What is Schiava?’ to the ins and outs of wine scoring. Even though the material is somewhat technical, continued on page 45
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Lifting Emily’s Veil from page 11
And there’s certainly a powerful intellect there. I imagine that when Wadsworth met Emily, he was bowled over. Like, here’s someone who is my intellectual equal. Whoa, maybe more than my equal!” Though Sulzer doesn’t call himself a Dickinson scholar, anyone who reads his work certainly would. He pulls a volume from the bookshelf. It is Dickinson, of course. Every single page reveals passages that have been marked, highlighted, circled, scrawled upon, loved. It is evident that the word “obsession” was not far off. He points out her poem “A Bird came down the Walk” as a favorite. “My goal in writing this book,” says Sulzer, “was to take the aesthetic experience that one gets when reading Emily's poetry and translate that into novel form.” The author’s own fiction is sprinkled with real Dickinson excerpts that move the story along, and spotlight its dancing near the truth. Sulzer says Dickinson’s economical way with words has steered his own toward compactness. “The growth she experienced as a writer is evident. When she was 18, 19,” he says, “you can see her writing bubbled all over the place. When she reached 28, suddenly she hit her stride. I think it was due to the heat and pressure of the love relationship in her life. People think of Emily as being sad. But her work is not just despair. There’s a lot of ecstasy, too. Reading Emily’s work can teach us to experience life totally honestly and see it in its complexity, feel it deeply. Also, we learn not to underestimate people living different lifestyles.” In writing this novel, Sulzer was been able to draw inspiration from Nantucket life, which is a window into Dickinson’s small-town world in 19th century Amherst. The author explains, “Amherst was definitely an everybody knows everybody type place. It was a lot like Nantucket, which is a good place for self-sufficient people with rich inner lives. Here, you see everybody all the time; and whether or not you like certain people, you still need to find a way to get along. Living on Nantucket has made me look at people with more compassion and understanding.” Sulzer surmises that continued on page 25
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Dickinson would have loved winter on Nantucket. “Although this winter,” he says, “may have been too long even for her.” Fortunately for us, summer has just burst through the door, and it’s time to attend the Nantucket Book Festival! Although we’d love to see Sulzer at the festival, the author has a solid excuse to miss the weekend: his son is getting married in Colorado. Next time you see Sulzer around the island, congratulate him on his new book, his new daughter-in-law, and tell him you cannot wait to see him at the next Nantucket Book Festival. In the meantime, enjoy his favorite Dickinson poem, and one of the pieces that frames his novel: A Bird came down the Walk (328) Emily Dickinson, 1830 - 1886 A Bird came down the Walk— He did not know I saw— He bit an Angleworm in halves And ate the fellow, raw, And then he drank a Dew From a convenient Grass— And then hopped sidewise to the Wall To let a Beetle pass— He glanced with rapid eyes That hurried all around— They looked like frightened Beads, I thought— He stirred his Velvet Head Like one in danger, Cautious, I offered him a Crumb And he unrolled his feathers And rowed him softer home— Than Oars divide the Ocean, Too silver for a seam— Or Butterflies, off Banks of Noon Leap, plashless as they swim.
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11 AM to Noon - Free Talk: “Orbiting the Fur Ball” Talk by Judy Schachner in Hendrix Hall, 11 Orange St. 11 AM to Noon - “Winds of Change in the Middle Kingdom” Free talk by Evan Osnos & Michael Schulder. Atheneum, 1 India St 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 11:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Gabrielle Zevin Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 12 to 12:30 PM - Book Signing with Jodi Picoult Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 12 to 2 PM - Lunch & Talk “Best Friends, Occasional Enemies” Lisa Scottoline & Francesca Serritella; $75 in Westmoor Club. 12:30 to 2 PM - Free Talk: “What Draws You to a Book?” Four new writers discuss their work with Michael Schulder; Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 12:30 to 2 PM - “Emerging Writers” With Chip Kidd & Wendell Minor in Hendrix Hall, 11 Orange St. 1 to 1:30 PM - Book Signing with Evan Osnos Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 1:30 to 2 PM - Book Signing with Stacey D’Erasmo Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 2 PM - 4 EZ Payments Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 2 to 2:30 PM - Book Signing with Katrina Kenison Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 2:30 to 3 PM - Book Signing with J.D. McClatchy Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 2:30 to 3:30 PM - “Bringing Down the Mouse” Free talk by Ben Mezrich in Hendrix Hall, 11 Orange St. 2:30 to 3:30 PM - “Another Great Day at Sea” Free talk by Geoff Dyer in the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 3 to 3:30 PM - Book Signing with Chip Kidd Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3:30 to 4 PM - Book Signing with Wendell Minor Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 4 to 5:15 PM - Free Talk: “Characters Deciphering Their Worlds” With Ben Fountain & Tom Rachman in Hendrix Hall, 11 Orange St. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4 to 5:30 PM - Free Talk: “From Page to Stage” Books & music in one neat little package; Atheneum, 1 India St.
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4:30 PM - Monica Rizzio & Old Kings Highway Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - 4EZ Payments Local bluegrass band at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 5 to 7 PM PM - Book Festival Tasting We’re hosting Glenn Morris for a wine tasting paired with a signing of his novel, Obligation for Justice at BRIX Wine Shop, 1 Windy Way. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music at The Jetties Featuring Angela Sheare; 4 Bathing Beach Road 6 PM - Summer Solstice Farm-to-Table Dinner A Farm to Table dinner lovingly prepared by executive chef Neil Patrick Hudson. Served family-style at a long, elegant table in our beautiful garden center. BYOB. Tickets at www.bartlettsfarm.com 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 PM - “Hay Fever” performed by Theatre Workshop The eccentric Blisses live in a world where reality slides easily into fiction. When they host a weekend at their country estate, their unsuspecting guests become victims in the self-serving shenanigans of their hosts & everything goes blissfully awry. Presented in Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St. Box office: 508228-4305 www.theatreworkshop.com 10 PM to 1 AM - Top 40 Video Dance Party With DJ Bri Guy at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 10:05 PM to 1 AM - Special After 10 Burger Every night after 10 pm at Nixs Brew Pub, 15 So. Water Street. 10:30 PM to 1 AM - Open Mic at Nixs with Book Festival Authors Wesley Stace will lead the chorus of creative voices at 15 South Water St.
SUNDAY, JUNE 22 PLEIN AIR NANTUCKET FESTIVAL Hosted by the Artists Association, this 4-day festival is open to all artists who wish to paint in the fresh air and pristine scenery of the island. Details at nantucketarts.org or 508.228.0722. $10. Register at the AAN Gallery, 19 Washington St.
NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL Talks, panels, book fairs, parties, author brunch, signings & more at different venues in & outside of town. www.NantucketBookFestival.org 8 to 11:30 AM - Omelette Bar at Easy Street Cantina Build your own omelette with more than 15 fillings & toppings, served with fruit and homefries. Corner of Easy & Broad sts. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 10 to 10:30 AM - Book Signing with Tom Rachman Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 10 AM - Nantucket Iron Teams Relay Starts at Jetties Beach; head to the VFW on New South Road for a brew & bbq. Benefit for Mentoring Youth Nantucket. mentoringyouthnantucket.org 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10:30 to 11 AM - Book Signing with Ben Fountain Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 11 to 11:30 AM - Book Signing with Dani Shapiro Meet the author Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 11 to 2 PM - Andy Bullington Plays Guitar during Brunch Breeze Bar & Café at The Nantucket Hotel. 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. continued on page 28
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11:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Geoff Dyer Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 12 to 12:30 PM - Book Signing with Cynthia Bond Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 12:30 to 1 PM - Book Signing with Wesley Stace Meet the author at Nantucket Bookworks, 25 Broad Street 1 PM - Opera “Rigoletto” Recorded in HD from past seasons of The Met and will be presented at a special ticket price of $12 adults, $9 children/seniors. In the Dreamland Main Theater, 17 S. Water St. HD Live. Tickets at www.nantucketdreamland.org and at the box office. 1 to 1:30 PM - Book Signing with Ben Bradlee Jr. Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 1:30 to 2 PM - Book Signing with Ben Mezrich Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 2 PM - Book Fest Wrap-Up Pig Roast Party Enjoy a pig roast, drink some Sankaty Pale ale, chat with some of your favorite authors and check out the Nantucket Bookworks Penguin Mini. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. Tickets at NantucketBookFestival.org 2 to 2:30 PM - Book Signing with Tim Horvath Meet the author at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street 2 to 5 PM - Live Duo Guitars with Aaron Pique, Pool-Side at The Nantucket Hotel. 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730. 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 5 PM - Plein Air Nantucket - Reception The Artists Association is hosting the 3rd annual Plein Air Nantucket festival exhibition and the presentation of the Frank Swift Chase Awards. nantucketarts.org or call 508.228.0722. Artists Association Gallery, 19 Washington St. 5:30 to 8:30 PM - Live Music at The Jetties Featuring Yellow Red; 4 Bathing Beach Road 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 PM - “Book to Film” with Nantucket Book Festival Authors Ben Fountain, Ben Mezrich, George Pelecanos, Nat Philbrick, Lisa Genova, Chris Seufert, & Jodi Picoult discuss the joys and challenges of watching their books go from page to screen. $20 at the box office or nantucketdreamland.com. Dreamland Theater, 17 S. Water St. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 PM - ACK Attack Comedy Have some laughs with Nantucket Improv Troup. Suitable for all audiences. $10 at theatreworkshop.com. Centre Stage, 2 Centre St. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 8 to 10:30 PM - Bob Lehman Trio Performing live in the Brant Point Grill, 50 Easton St.
MONDAY, JUNE 23 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary
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coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 9:30 to 10 AM - Carnivorous Critters Before the museum opens to the public, join Maria Mitchell staff for the unique experience of seeing the museum animals eat & learn about their feeding habits. Register at mariamitchell.org. 508-228-0898. $10. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. Meet at the end of Washington St. Ext. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, the struggle for women’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 12 PM - Film: “White Squall” Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum in partnership with the Dreamland present “White Squall.” Survivor of the brigantine Albatross, Chuck Gieg, will be present for Q&A. Dreamland, 17 South Water St. 2 to 4 PM - Beach Discovery Field Trip with Maria Mitchell Assn. Learn how to identify the crabs, shells, sponges, and seaweed commonly found along the beach. Learn about the lives of these animals. Fun for the family! $15. Register at mariamitchell.org. 508-228-5387. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. Adults $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn about the life & scientific legacy of Maria Mitchell, America’s first woman astronomer. If weather permits, see outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a safe solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 3:30 to 5:30 PM - ARTstronomy for Ages 6+ Art and science collide in an afternoon of fun for young children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adult free of charge with registered child. $35. Register at mariamitchell.org or 508.228.9198. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Timbukblues Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Inside the Graveyards Walk: Footprints to the Past Visit the final resting places of interesting people who left a footprint on Nantucket. We will visit 2 cemeteries. Meet at the Pacific Bank at the top of Main St. $20. 65+ & Teens $15. Wear appropriate footwear. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 6 to 7 PM - Free International Film: ‘The Jewish Cardinal’ The true story of Jean-Marie Lustiger, the son of Polish-Jewish immigrants, who maintained his cultural identity as a Jew after converting to Catholicism & later joining the priesthood. French with English subtitles. Atheneum, 1 India St. continued on page 29
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6:30 PM - Poker Night At the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water St. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 9 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing Night with Maria Mitchell Assn. Join professional astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, & galaxies. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk St Ext., weather permitting. $10.
TUESDAY, JUNE 24 8 to 10:30 AM - Birding Field Trip Meet at the LLNF at 110 Eel Point Road, and then carpool to various island hotspots. 508-325-0873. $5. 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 9 AM - Free Behind the Scenes Tour of Bartlett’s Farm Find out why hot house tomatoes taste so great. Take a look at our organic production and learn the history of Bartlett’s Farm. Meet in front of the market at 9 am. 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 10 to 11:30 AM - Make Family Sailors’ Valentines
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Create your own version of a sailors’ valentine. Pre-registration required: www.mariamitchell.org or call 508.228.2896. For guardian and child aged 6 or older. $55/adult-child pair; $10/additional child. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. Meet at the end of Washington St. Ext. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, the struggle for women’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. Adults $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn about the life & scientific legacy of Maria Mitchell, America’s first woman astronomer. If weather permits, see outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a safe solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. 2 to 4 PM - Free Stitching Gam Bring your needlework project to this informal weekly gathering in the Nantucket Corner at the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad St. continued on page 30
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2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Izzy & The Catastrophics Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Inside the Graveyards Walk: Footprints to the Past Visit the final resting places of interesting people who left a footprint on Nantucket. We will visit 2 cemeteries. Meet at the Pacific Bank at the top of Main St. $20. 65+ & Teens $15. Wear appropriate footwear. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 6 to 7 PM - Tai Chi Class $10. Free for teens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 6 to 9 PM - Live Piano music with Aedin Donnelly at Breeze Bar and Café at The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton St. 508-228-4730. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring a favorite beverage & join us. $55 or $550 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 PM - Keaton & Berklee Silent Film Orchestra The Berklee Silent Film Orchestra performs their new, original score to Buster Keaton’s comic tour de force, “Safety Last.” Preceded by a screening of the short documentary on the creation of the new Berklee score for the Lloyd film: Punches and Streamers: The Making of a Film Score. Benefit for the Nantucket Community Music Center: $35, reserved seating at nantucketdreamland.org. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water St. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 10:05 PM to 1 AM - Special After 10 Burger Every night after 10 pm at Nixs Brew Pub, 15 So. Water Street.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011.
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9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 9:30 to 10 AM - Carnivorous Critters Before the museum opens to the public, join Maria Mitchell staff for the unique experience of seeing the museum animals eat & learn about their feeding habits. Register at mariamitchell.org. 508-228-0898. $10. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. Meet at the end of Washington St. Ext. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, the struggle for women’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - PJ Pacifico Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. Adults $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn about the life & scientific legacy of Maria Mitchell, America’s first woman astronomer. If weather permits, see outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a safe solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - 4 EZ Payments Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Lighthouse Walk: Pirates, Shipwrecks & Ghost Ships Join Pirate Robin on a walk to Brant Point Lighthouse. Hear tales of pirates, shipwrecks, & mysterious ghost ships. Meet outside The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton St. $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 8 to 10 PM - Live Music at Kitty’s Enjoy live music at Kitty Murtagh’s, 4 West Creek Road. 508-325-0781. continued on page 46
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Clubs & Entertainment Rose & Crown
Nantucket Bake Shop All the products you love at a new location Fresh pastries, baked goods, breads, NEW hot lunches
508-228-2595 23 South Water Street
Open daily from 11:30 am to 1 am Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!
Bakeries 508-228-2797 17-1/2 Old South Road
www.nantucketbakeshop.com 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 worldfamous 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.
Brewers Cisco Brewers
508-325-5929 Mon.-Sat. 10am to last call at 7:45pm Sun. noon to last call at 6:45 pm Beers brewed with the finest ingredients 5 Bartlett Farm Road
At CISCO BREWERS we make BIG, all-grain beers in our tiny brewery using traditional methods, fine malts, and whole hops. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, we are the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Take the free shuttle from Visitor Services that starts at 12:30pm, or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. www.ciscobrewers.com
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THE ROSE & CROWN SEAFOOD PUB is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Not only do they offer a great menu with the freshest food at affordable prices, but their specialty drinks can’t be beat! And at 10 pm, the fun and frolic begins, with DJs, poker nights, karaoke every Thursday night, dance parties, and live jazz on Thursday. They have the largest TVs in town to watch football. THE ROSE & CROWN is the hottest spot in downtown Nantucket! www.theroseandcrown.com
Coffee Shops The Bean
Open daily at 29 Centre Street
Hot and Iced Coffees and Teas, Smoothies, Snacks
www.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. A variety of teas, cold beverages, and smoothies are also available, along with a tempting selection of snacks. Order to go or sit around the tables in their cozy cafe atmosphere. Whole beans are available directly from Nantucket Coffee Roasters: order from their website at www.NantucketCoffee.com.
Light Food & Take-Out AK Diamond’s
508-228-3154 16 Macy’s Lane
Everything on the menu available for takeout
Creative Casual Cuisine describes the food & atmosphere at A.K. DIAMOND’S, a favorite spot for locals & visitors! Our “All-Day” menu allows plenty of flexibility and an amazing array of mouth-watering delights. Our favorites are the Cranberry BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Pasta Purse Alfredo with Shrimp! The Buffalo Wings are the best around, and the house-made Sesame Chicken Satay, Quesadillas, and Pizza are all spectacular! AK DIAMONDS is out of town near the airport, on the shuttle route, and worth the visit! Full dining room, booth seating, able to accommodate large parties, full bar, salad bar, casual dining, covered patio seating, and takeout available. www.akdiamonds.com
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Annye’s Whole Foods Prepared meals to take home, wine, organic foods
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508-228-4554 Open daily at 14 Amelia Drive
At ANNYE’S you’ll find fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious! Take them home for a hot lunch or a handy dinner. We also sell tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts. And you can choose a bottle of wine from our selection to accompany your meal. ANNYE’S is a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. We have plenty of parking. www.annyes.com
Arno’s Breakfast & Seafood Restaurant 508-228-7001 Breakfast 9-2, Lunch 11-9, Dinner 5-9 41 Main St New England Breakfast & Seafood of the Highest Quality at Reasonable Prices. Welcome to ARNO’S 55th year of casual dining on historic cobblestoned Main Street. Arno’s is highly recommended, dine-in or take-out, for a good hearty breakfast, full lunch, and New England seafood dinners. The dine-in menu is also the take-out menu., including all Arno’s renowned New England Seafood dinners. Breakfast take-out is from 9-2, lunch from 11-9, and dinner 5-9. Place your take-out order in person or call 508-228-7001. www.arnosnantucket.com
Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm Open every day 8am-7pm Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce
508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road
www.bartlettsfarm.com 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.
Bartlett’s on the Wharf Open daily 7am-6pm
508-228-9403 Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce
Now you can find all the BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM products you need right in town on the Wharf! From fresh baked goods to fresh produce, with a great assortment of sandwiches and other foods-to-go. Eat fresh at Bartlett’s on the Wharf! www.bartlettsfarm.com
Centre Street Bistro 508-228-8470 Breakfast, Sun 8am-1pm; Lunch, Wed-Sat 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre Street Dinner, Wed-Sun 5:30-9pm Outdoor patio dining in season 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, savory lunches, and fabulous dinners. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.nantucketbistro.com
Claudette’s Catering Open daily 8 am to 3 pm Outdoor dining and catering
508-257-6622 Post Office Sq. Siasconset
Picnic in ‘Sconset! And a great place to stop to do it is CLAUDETTE’S on the square in ‘Sconset. CLAUDETTE’S is famous for their delicious sandwiches and their super special lemon cake. Pick up your order and picnic at a table on the porch at CLAUDETTE’S while you watch the relaxed activity in ‘Sconset Village, or take your picnic to the beach just around the bend. Open daily from 8 am to 3 pm. Please call for advance orders.
Easy Street Cantina One Nibble & You’re Hooked! Full Breakfast served all day
508-228-5418 corner of Easy & Broad sts.
www.EasyStreetCantina.com EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our dining room or patio, or take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our bacon-egg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. Spring hours: Mon.Thurs. from 6:30 am to 9 pm; Fri. & Sat. from 6:30 am to 2 am; Sun. from 8 am to 9 pm
Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant
508-228-2279 Lunch 11:30am-4pm; Dinner from 5pm; Bar open from 11:30am-closing 4 Bathing Beach Rd. at Jetties Beach www.thejetties.com Restaurant, Bar, & Beach Shop... Open Daily, Live Music Nightly! Come to JETTIES BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT for lunch, dinner, lobster, pizza and pasta, risotto, cocktails, sunsets...for all the fun you want to have at the beach! You’ll find
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great food, casual atmosphere, cold drinks, and terrific shopping all at JETTIES BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT. And, there’s plenty of parking! Open through Labor Day. Call about holding your next event or private party at JETTIES.
Siam to Go
508-228-SIAM (7426) inside Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane www.siamtogonantucket.com Monday-Friday 11am-9pm; Saturday 4pm-8:30pm, closed Sunday 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.
Sophie T’s Pizza
508-325-6265
Mon-Sat. 11:30 am to 9 pm; Sun. noon to 9 pm 7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct at Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more. Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located mid-island at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice.
Thai House Nantucket Open daily 11am to 9pm Dine in or take out
508-680-1522 Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm 118 Old South Road
Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. You can dine in the cozy dining room, or order ahead for takeout. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com
Markets Annye’s Whole Foods
508-228-4554 14 Amelia Drive
Open daily Complete organic market & prepared meals
www.annyes.com Visit ANNYE’S in our new and larger location! You’ll find the best in organic foods, including Niman Ranch meats, free-range chicken, fruits and vegetables, and naturally-farmed wines from Italy, France, and California. Try ANNYE’S fabulous prepared meals made from scratch — easy, healthy, and delicious! Purchase tasty, convenient frozen foods, including ice creams and desserts, or select from our all-organic bulk foods—grains, nuts, seeds, beans, fruits, and earth-friendly cleaning supplies. ANNYE’S carries the most effective supplements, herbal and homeopathic remedies, as well as skin and hair care products, to keep you feeling and looking great! We’re a short trip from downtown, through Milestone Rotary, down Old South Road, and a right turn onto Amelia Drive. We have plenty of parking.
Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm
508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road
Open every day 8am-7pm Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go
www.bartlettsfarm.com Grocery shop at BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM. Eggs, milk, cheese, coffee, and, of course, fresh vegetables. Freshly baked goods, as well as daily seasonal specialties prepared with farm fresh ingredients for take away. Ample parking and friendly faces.
Restaurants 29 Fair Contemporary Cuisine, locally sourced
508-228-7800 Dinner nightly from 5pm, 29 Fair St
Chef Charles has returned to Nantucket to 29 Fair, the former location of The Woodbox, with an all new staff, fresh new look, and beautifully designed menu that features locally sourced contemporary cuisine. Located a short stroll from Main Street, 29 Fair has three romantic candlelit dining rooms, each with original brick fireplaces, exposed beams and antiques in a building that dates back to 1709. The chef’s cuisine is known for fresh and summery preparations with deep flavors. Spend an evening with Chef Charles at 29 Fair, and you’ll have a dining experience you’ll treasure forever.
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AK Diamond’s
508-228-3154 16 Macy’s Lane
Lunch, Dinner, Bar Menu; Open daily from 11:30 am Creative, Casual Cuisine
www.akdiamonds.com Creative Casual Cuisine describes the food & atmosphere at A.K. DIAMOND’S, a favorite spot for locals and visitors! Our “All-Day” menu allows plenty of flexibility and an amazing array of mouth-watering delights. Favorites are the Cranberry BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Pasta Purse Alfredo with Shrimp! The Buffalo Wings are the best around, and the housemade Sesame Chicken Satay and Quesadillas are spectacular. AK DIAMONDS is out of town near the airport, on the shuttle route, and worth the visit! Full dining room, booth seating, able to accommodate large parties, full bar, casual dining, family friendly, covered patio seating, & takeout available.
American Seasons Dinner and tapas at the bar 5:30 - 10 pm Casual fine dining: Zagat’s #1 food rating; reservations suggested
508-228-7111 80 Centre Street
Always near the top of every “not to be missed” list, AMERICAN SEASONS features uniquely imaginative, regional American Cuisine rated #1 by Zagat’s and described as “the most creative food on Nantucket.” The dining room is casual with a touch of elegance, while the outdoor patio provides the perfect romantic setting. The impressive wine list has been recognized with a prestigious Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine. AMERICAN SEASONS is conveniently located on Centre Street, just a short walk from virtually all major hotels and guest houses. Come discover for yourself why we have been described as “a legend in the making.” www.americanseasons.com
Arno’s Breakfast & Seafood Restaurant
508-228-7001 Breakfast 9-2, Lunch 11-9, Dinner 5-9 41 Main Street New England Breakfast and Seafood of the Highest Quality & Reasonable Prices Welcome to ARNO’S 55th year of casual dining on historic cobblestoned Main Street. Breakfast is served from 9 to 2. Lunch is served 11-9 and dinner from 5-9. All the renowned New England seafoods are offered for dinner including Haddock, Halibut, Scallops, Tuna, Swordfish, Lobster, and Surf and Turf. Seafood starters include Clam Chowder, Lobster Bisque, Oysters, Steamers, Mussels, Calamari, Fried Clams, and Organic Salads topped with Lobster, Shrimp, or Salmon. The dinner menu also offers several sandwiches, such as prime beef burgers, wild salmon burger, and lobster roll. The waitstaff are personable and professional. Arno’s has a full liquor and dining bar with a 4G ultra HDTV. A new 8 draft system includes Whale’s Tale Pale Ale, Lagunitas IPA, Yuengling Lager, and Sam Adams Summer Lager. The wine list has been carefully selected. All cocktails are made with premium brand liquors and include Arno’s Bloody Mary, Island Punch, and Chocolate Martini. There is a spacious upstairs dining room overlooking Main Street, which makes a great venue to host a special event. From Hy-Line Ferries, just follow cobblestoned Main Street to ARNO’S on the right side. From Steamboat Ferries, take first left (Easy Street), then fourth right (Main Street). www.arnosnantucket.com
Black-Eyed Susan’s
508-325-0308 10 India St
Breakfast daily 7 am-1 pm; ; Dinner Mon.-Sat. from 6-10pm Foreign & Domestic Cooking www.Black-EyedSusans.com
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Centre Street Bistro
508-228-8470 Breakfast, Sun 8am-1pm; Lunch, Wed-Sat 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre Street “Eat and happiness will follow!” Dinner, Wed-Sun 5:30-9pm
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, savory lunches, and fabulous dinners. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.nantucketbistro.com
Children’s Café Affordable Beachfront Dining
508-228-2284 Open daily from 7am-8pm at Children’s Beach
Enjoy breakfast on the beach at the new CHILDRENS CAFE at Children’s Beach. This sister restaurant to the popular Easy Street Cantina also serves sandwiches, seafood, and has an extensive menu for kids. Great food and a fantastic view! Open daily.
Company of the Cauldron
508-228-4016
5 India Street
www.companyofthecauldron.com If you want to feel as if you have your own private chef, make reservations to dine at THE COMPANY OF THE CAULDRON. Discover romance at this charming restaurant located in the heart of Nantucket’s Historic District. Through the doorway, past an abundance of beautiful flowers, tables set with classic floral linens glow softly, lit only by candles. The kitchen is open and can be seen from the dining room. Three evenings a week a classical harpist plays soft music. THE COMPANY OF THE CAULDRON serves outstanding and creative cuisine, with elegant, prix fixe menus that change every evening. Menus are available a week in advance: see their website. COMPANY OF THE CAULDRON is well known for its lamb preparations, as well as for its innovative creations featuring beef and seafood. Menus are available at www.CompanyoftheCauldron.com.
Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar
508-228-6005 Open daily 5:30 am-9 pm 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking
“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series and the longtime island favorite, Hutch’s Diner. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Our dining room, kitchen, and bar have been newly renovated as perfect compliments to our extensive beer, wine, and cocktail lists. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds. www.CrosswindsNantucket.com
Dune Where chic meets casual comfort.
508-228-5550 Lunch & Dinner Daily at 20 Broad Street
Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. They also serve hearty breakfasts featuring Huevos Rancheros, Homemade Corned Beef Hash, Buttermilk Pancakes, Sourdough French Toast, and a variety of “Scrambles” and Omelettes. The freshly squeezed orange juice is a real eye-opener! Find out why everyone is raving about BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S! BYOB & no credit cards.
DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in our three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. Along with our exotic quartzite bar and charming patio we offer an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, liquors and cordials along with tempting dinner and dessert menus. The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors. www.DuneNantucket.com
Breeze Bar & Cafe
Easy Street Cantina
Redefining the hotel & resort dining experience at The Nantucket Hotel, 77 Easton Street New England Coastal Cuisine & Family Favorites
508-228-4730 www.breezebarandcafe.com
Join us at Breeze Bar and Café, at The Nantucket Hotel, where we’re redefining the hotel and resort dining experience! Dine under the twinkle lights on our all-season deck. Daily lunch, dinner & Bar Service; Live Music Tuesday, Thursday & Friday evenings and during Sunday Brunch. Free, supervised Kids Deck Program.
The Brotherhood of Thieves Open year-round from 11:30 am Lunch, Dinner, Sunday Brunch
508-228-2551 23 Broad Street
www.brotherhoodofthieves.com THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, is an landmark island eatery, offering three dining areas: The original restaurant echoing 1840s Whaling Bar. Upstairs was recently renovated (great option for private parties). Outdoor patio provides relaxed/casual dining. All three bars are stocked with unique liquors to delight connoisseurs. Menu offers specials (fresh /organic ingredients), signature burgers, famous shoestring fries. Voted Best Chowder/Family Dining— Cape Cod Life and Best Nantucket Bar—Boston Magazine.
508-228-5418 Open daily! One Nibble & You’re Hooked! corner of Easy & Broad sts. Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day!
EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf 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, 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. Spring hours: Mon.-Thurs. from 6:30am to 9pm; Fri. & Sat. from 6:30am to 2am; Sun. from 8am to 9pm
The Faregrounds
508-228-4095 Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily 27 Fairgrounds Road Affordable Family Dining: Surrounded by Friends and Family! FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the bustling energy of Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze on our deck, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by Daily Specials, Early Birds and a different All You Can Eat every night. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is a terrific venue to celebrate any occasion. No party is too big or too small, and we have plenty of parking to accom-
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modate all your guests. FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. www.thefaregrounds.com/
Fifty-Six Union Dinner Tues-Sun from 5:30pm; Bar opens at 5 pm Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff
508-228-6135 56 Union Street
www.fiftysixunion.com Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired…FIFTY-SIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner Tues-Sat from 5:30 pm; bar opens at 5 pm. Patron dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. For dinner, Chef Peter Janelle prepares a creative Fish Special and a tempting Vegetarian Pasta du Jour. FIFTY-SIX UNION offers more than a dozen exhilarating cocktails, served by their libation experts. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket.
Open daily at 10:30 am for lunch, dinner, & snacks Pizza, Sandwiches, Salads, Burgers, Delivery!
508-228-4291 149 Lower Orange St
www.fooods.com foood for here and there is the place to go for great food at reasonable prices. Rated the Best Pizza on Nantucket, foood serves small, medium, large, and deep dish pizzas at the lowest price on the island. At foood for here and there, you can have a quick lunch for under $6.00. We also offer specialty pizzas, including Mexican, Summer White, and Tropic Rocky, a variety of sandwiches and subs on freshly baked rolls, delicious salads, burgers, lasagna, spicy wings, and more! Stop in our casual and fun location at Lower Orange Street. If you’re in a hurry to get home or to the beach, call ahead with your order.
Open daily: Lunch 11:30-5; Dinner 5-9 Nantucket’s Only Irish Pub & Restaurant
508-325-0781 4 West Creek Road
In Ireland, pubs are places to socialize, relax & maybe conduct a little business. Owners John Keane and Caroline Montgomery are continuing that tradition on Nantucket at KITTY MURTAGH’S. Named after John’s grandmother, everything about Kitty’s is eclectic and fun. Decorated with Irish signs, antiques, and furniture, the pub exudes authenticity. Relax & enjoy traditional hearty fare. Join us downstairs in our intimate dining room for entrees like Kitty’s Pork Schnitzel or Prime Rib. Nightly seafood specials draw from Nantucket’s local catch. You can add Nantucket’s best soup & salad bar to any entree for just a few dollars. Top it all off with a pint of Guinness in a traditional 20-oz glass. Live music every Wed. & Fri. night. www.kittymurtaghs.com
NIX’s Brew Pub Open Daily 11:30 am to 1 am Great pub food, live bands, small batch brews
508-680-7342 BOGO COUPON in this paper 15 So. Water Street
NIXS is an upscale independent brewpub located on 15 South Water street next to the Dreamland movie theatre. NIXS focuses on award-winning, independent, small batch brews, superior craft cocktails and upscale gourmet pub fare. Come try our 14 beers on tap, our famous Moscow mule, or the best lobster roll around. Clip the coupon in this paper for second appetizer at half price. #PlayNice www.NixsNantucket.com
Queequegs 508-325-0992 Brunch daily 11 to 2:30; Dinner nightly from 5:30pm 6 Oak Street The locals’ choice for intimate in-town dining www.queequegsnantucket.com Nestled on a side street behind the Atheneum, QUEEQUEG’S offers a romantic spot for dinner in a fun bistro setting with an intimate bar scene. The cozy dining room, with it’s warm color scheme and eclectic artwork, radiates comfort. Our patio is a fun retreat from the hustle and bustle of town. QUEEQUEG’S menu pushes the envelope of “American Eclectic” and takes you on a culinary voyage that blends home-style comfort food with European flavors. Our chef has honed his skills to the point where every bite resonates with love-it-in-an-instant flavor. In the heart of down town, QUEEQUEG’S is the local secret that’s finally out.
Rose & Crown Lunch & Dinner 11:30am-10pm, open til 1am Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails
508-228-2595 23 South Water Street
www.theroseandcrown.com THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by and check out our new menu, served continuously from 11:30 am, with great food at reasonable prices! We serve delicious favorite finger foods like Nachos, Rum & Brown Sugar Shrimp Skewers, and Clam Fritters. There are freshly made soups and salads, burgers, quesadillas and sandwiches, along with wraps for a light meal. ROSE & CROWN entrees include Pasta Primavera, Shrimp Scampi, and a wide variety of amazing burgers (try the Cubano Burger). Come down to South Water Street and check our daily blackboard specials. Always family friendly — children’s menu available.
The Seagrille
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 patio dining also available. Reservations recommended. E.J. and Robin Harvey, Chef/Owner.
The Ships Inn
508-228-0040 13 Fair Street
Dinner Wed-Sun from 5:30pm; Dory Bar opens at 5pm American Brasserie www.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 Wed-Sun from 5:30pm; Dory Bar opens at 5pm.
Siam to Go
foood for here & there
Kitty Murtagh’s
June 19 - 25, 2014
508-325-5700 45 Sparks Ave
Serving lunch Mon-Sat. Dinner Nightly. Bar opens at 5pm Creative coastal & traditional New England cuisine www.theseagrille.com THE SEAGRILLE serves the freshest local and regional seafood creatively prepared and
508-228-SIAM (7426)
www.siamtogonantucket.com inside Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane Monday-Friday 11am-9pm; Saturday 4pm-8:30pm, closed Sunday 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.
Sophie T’s Pizza
508-325-6265
Mon-Sat. 11:30 am to 9 pm; Sun. noon to 9 pm 7 Dave St, Bayberry Ct at Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, soups and salads, subs, wraps & more.
www.sophietspizza.com
Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors alike have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for eat in or fast take out. New York-style thin crust, crispy, ultra-thin Flatbread and crunchy Sicilian choices beg for your special topping creations. Sophie T’s Pizza offers the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, zesty BBQ wings, homemade pasta specials, and an array of subs or whole wheat wraps that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take out and to hear daily specials. SOPHIE T’S is open seven days a week, and has plenty of parking. Located midisland at 7 Daves Street, in Nantucket Commons across from The Chicken Box. Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice.
Thai House Nantucket
508-680-1522 Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch Mon-Fri from 11am-2pm Dine in or take out 118 Old South Road
Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japanese-inspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. You can dine in the cozy dining room, or order ahead for takeout. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com
TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet Nothing is ordinary, not even the view!
508-228-8768 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 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 or catch our complimentary jitney (both depart from the White Elephant). Dress is smart casual; reservations recommended.www.toppersrestaurant.com
Town
508-325-TOWN (8696) Brunch daily 11 to 2:30; Dinner nightly from 5:30pm 4 East Chestnut St Be adventurous, go to Town www.TownNantucket.com
TOWN Restaurant is a Global cuisine wonderland, offering uplifted dishes sourced from every corner of the globe. Taste our tantalizingly bold, sumptuous flavors within a cool, casual, sexy Eastern-styled lounge. Offering traditional dishes with a twist; Shrimp Pot Stickers, Ancho Dusted Shrimp & Grits, and Red Thai Curry Chicken all capture your taste buds and transport you to another land! Town is conveniently located on East Chestnut St.; our inviting dining lounge and patio with Asian accents brings you to paradise, making this a memorable dining experience! Be adventurous, go to TOWN!
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Seafood Sayle’s Seafood Open daily year-round Fresh Nantucket seafood & takeout seafood platters
508-228-4599 99 Washington Street Ext.
SAYLE’S SEAFOOD, just a 5-minute walk from town on Washington Street extension, carries the widest variety of fresh fish and shellfish available. We have bluefish, flounder, swordfish, Nantucket bay scallops, steamers, shrimp, crab, mussels, and much more—all the basics for a great picnic or clambake. SAYLE’S will also prepare a seafood feast to go— perfect for the boat, beach, or relaxing dinner at home. If you’re visiting for the day, we’ll cook a lobster to order for you to eat at the beach or on the boat ride home. We also cater to boat basin visitors.
Souza’s Seafood Open 9am-7pm with a full selection of seafood Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing
WORD SEARCH Book Festival
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.
Wine & Spirits Brix Wine Shop 508-228-9123 Open Daily at One Windy Way www.BrixWineShop.com Wine, Beer, & Spirits; Cheese & Charcuterie; Beverage Catering BRIX WINE SHOP is a different kind of wine shop—a space where you want to hang out, one that provides you with incomparable customer service, and offers you a hand-picked selection of wine and spirits. For us, it’s not just about buying a bottle of wine; it’s about the experience. Our shops are extensions of our own homes and the moments that you might have in them. We taste every bottle of wine that goes on our shelves and travel the world to find them. We earn your trust. We take the stories of the wines and give them a voice.
Sail Endeavor a Nantucket tradition. established 1982 1-1/2-HOUR TRIPS DEPART DAILY AT: 10 AM 1 PM 4 PM $40.00 PER PERSON 7
PM SUNSET SAIL
$50
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508-228-5585
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Featured Restaurant: Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant
Beach Dining at Its Best Last week we were standing on the boardwalk at Jetties Beach feeling very lucky to live on Nantucket Island. We gazed out over the wide swath of sand to ocean waters glistening in the warm, late day sunshine. Dunes on either side of us slope gently toward the shoreline, the long green grass growing over them undulating in the light ocean breeze. At 5:30 pm there were only five people walking the shoreline, gulls swooping over them. It was beautiful, pristine. We looked a while longer before walking back toward the sounds of laughter & conversation, the warm aromas of garlic & freshly made pizza, and the line of bright flags & colorful beach chairs that marks the service edge of Nantucket’s best beach restaurant: The Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant. This setting, loved by beachgoers of all ages, is a good match for the casual fare at The Jetties, which serves lunch from 11:30 am every day in-season, along with take-out fare, lite bites between 4 and 5 pm, a raw bar, and a very popular Buck-a-Shuck from 3 to 6 pm (3 to 5 pm starting July 1) when shrimp and freshly opened clams and oysters are just a $1 apiece. The Jetties is a favorite spot for locals who come to unwind after work. On our recent evening, we knew or recognized people at nearly every table—not a common occurrance at most island restaurants once summer hits. We’re all drawn by the gorgeous setting, the great food, and the pleasingly affordable prices. At a time of year when a round of drinks and some appetizers at downtown nightspots can empty your wallet, The Jetties is the perfect alternative. We particularly like their new Sunset Deck and Steel Bar seating right on the beach: you can settle into a comfy couch, dig your toes Caprese Salad in the sand, and sip a Restless Dragon Martini or a sangria (we love their White Sangria, with lemon, lime, and peach slices) or celebrate with their Veuvelicious, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a dozen oysters. The staff and servers at The Jetties seem like they are having as much fun as the guests. We remember owner Marshall Thompson telling us once that he loves the fact that he gets to go to the beach every day. The entire staff is well-intentioned and polite, but count yourself especially lucky if K.C. is taking care of your party. She's a seasoned professional who has been with The Jetties since Thompson took it over 8 years ago. Chef Bruce Yancy, has also been with the Jetties since 2007, and his talents in the kitchen are a big part of the reason people come back to The Jetties time and time again. The menu features a cool and summery selection of appetizers, more than half a dozen
varieties of thin crust pizzas (regular and gluten-free), sandwiches, pasta and risotto featuring lobster, chicken, steak, lobster, scallops, salmon, lobster. Did we mention lobster? Lobster can be savored so many ways at The Jetties: Lobster Carbonara, Jetties Lobster Pizza, Surf & Turf, Lobster Roll, Lobster Salad, and the popular for take-out-andeat-at-your-blanket Lobster Dinner. We started our recent dinner with a selection of cold appetizers to share. The Caprese Salad is one of our favorites. I don’t where Chef Yancy gets tomatoes in June that look and smell and taste like tomatoes do in August: deep red, juicy, and Antipasto Roulade delicious. He serves thick slices alternated with creamy white fresh mozzarella and topped with basil chiffonade and tracings of balsamic reduction. We are also very fond of the Antipasto Roulade, one of several dishes here with the flavors of Italy. This is served in tasty pinwheels of mozzarella stuffed with proscuitto, feta cheese, roasted tomatoes, black olives, roasted red pepper, and arugula finished with a drizzle of fruity olive oil. Appetizers designed for sharing include a Brie Cheese Plate with fig preserves, Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings, Bacon Wrapped Scallops, and an absolutely delicious Smoked Bluefish Paté. If you’ve never tasted bluefish, this will be a good introduction. The house-made paté is flavorful without being fishy (a real risk with bluefish), and it has just enough smokiness to smooth it out without overpowering the ocean flavor. This is served with pita chips & cherry tomatoes for garnish, but we really liked this best eaten with a slice of cherry tomato.
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Pizzas at The Jetties are thin crust with crisp edges and well-balanced toppings. They make a hearty meal for two or a great appetizer for five or six. Some of the specialty pies are made with a traditional red sauce, which is very good, but we favor the three white pizzas: Jetties Lobster Pizza, Caprese Pizza, and their Greek Veggie Pizza with mushrooms, olives, tomatoes roasted till they’re sweet as candy, mozGreek Veggie Pizza zarella and feta, and a generous handful of argula strewn overtop just before it’s brought to table. We love eating lobster at The Jetties. Whether you chow down on your own beach blanket spread out on the warm sand or you dine on one of The Jetties deck tables, it’s lobster at the beach that you don’t have to cook or clean up. How can you beat that?! This year they’ve changed their Surf & Turf to a more summery picnicstyle, and we think it’s a change for the better. The Turf is now a juicy grilled steak (about 7 ounces) that is cooked perfectly to order and topped with crumbles of gorgonzola and balsamic reduction. The Surf is a lobster tail (we guess about 1-1/2 lb), split for easy access. Fingerling potatoes, corn on the cob, lemon and drawn butter finish the entree. Also highly recommended is their incredible Lobster Carbonara. The sauce is creamy enough to cling to the strands of fettucine without being unpleasantly thick. Pancetta adds a bit of smokiness, and the flaSeared Jumbo Sea Scallop Risotto vor of lobster permeates the dish. There's plenty of lobster meat: enough to include a chunk with every twirl. You can even request gluten-free pasta. New to the menu is a Seared Jumbo Sea Scallop Risotto, which we ordered on Marshall’s recommendation. Good call, Marshall! Scallops have
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to be handled just right: cooked too long and they lose their fresh, sweet succuluence. Chef Yancy does these just right. The tops are seared to a golden crust while the middles stay translucent and sweet. They’re served on a bed of arborio rice with roasted tomato, arugula, and herbs. Lobster Carbonara Another very tasty Risotto dish at The Jetties is their Pomegranate Glazed BBQ Chicken. For this, the rice is folded with kernels of sweet corn and roasted red peppers. Draped overtop is a sliced chicken breast, moist and tender, painted with a slightly sweet bbq sauce. If you find yourself with any room left after the sizeable portions served at The Jetties, then try one of their individually sized desserts: Key Lime Pie, Cheesecake, or Chocolate Mousse Cake. Or you can snag a seat around Pomegranate Glazed BBQ Chicken the beach bar enjoy a liquid finish: Mudslide, Orange Creamsicle, or try an authentic Madaket Mystery. The sun sets on Nantucket this time of year around 8 pm — make sure you’re at The Jetties to savor that, too. The Jetties Beach Bar & Restaurant 4 Bathing Beach Road at Jetties Beach www.thejetties.com • 508-228-2279 Lunch 11:30 am - 4 pm • Lite Bite Menu 4-5 pm Raw Bar from 11:30 • Buck a Shuck from 3-6 pm (3-5pm from July 1) Dinner 5-10 pm • Extended hours start in July Dinner entree prices range from $16.50 to $32 Pizzas from $14 to $22 Reservations not accepted; parties seated when all are present Kid’s menu • Sheltered and open air outdoor seating Live Music • Full liquor license • major credit cards accepted plenty of parking and next to an NRTA shuttle stop
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Apparel & Accessories Blue Beetle
Adventure / Eco-Tours Shearwater Excursions Yankee Magazine Editors’ Pick for Best Eco-Tour
508-228-7037 Straight Wharf, Slip #1011
Call or come visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the tour that suits you: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Bird Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Early Morning Coffee Cruises, and Sunset www.explorenantucket.com Cruises. Private charters are available.
Antiques The Antiques Depot One of Nantucket’s oldest & finest antique shops
508-228-1287 Daily at 14 Easy Street
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Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, & Gifts
508-228-3227 Open Daily at 12 Main Street
Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends & family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main St is the premier destination on Nantucket for everything from ladies’ apparel to unique jewelry to monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build & design a necklace. Need a new outfit for dinner, a party or a night out? We offer a great selection of dresses, tops, bottoms, scarves, wraps, shoes & handbags. We carry designers like Elizabeth McKay, Jude Connally, Kut from the Kloth, Julie Brown, Joules, & MZ Wallace bags. Specialty gifts include Nantucket ornaments, picture frames, photo albums, signs & cufflinks. We can monogram tote bags, jewelry, iPhone/iPad covers & outdoor entertaining items. Shop year-round in store or online. BlueBeetleNantucket.com
The Haulover Island Casual: the only dress code you’ll need!
508-228-9010 Open Daily at 7 Salem St
One of Nantucket’s oldest and finest antique shops, THE ANTIQUES DEPOT offers quality 18th- and 19th-century furniture, art, accessories, and an exciting collection of decoys. Stop by their shop on Easy Street and browse through a shop filled with treasures. Proprietors Howard B. Chadwick and Jack Fritsch have more than 36 years of experience on Nantucket, and you’ll find their prices reasonable. THE ANTIQUES DEPOT is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Visit their website and enter their Antique Short Story Writing Contest, open to youths and teens. www.NantucketAntiquesDepot.com
Outdoor & active-inspired clothing, luggage, footwear, and gifts for men, women, & kids, THE HAULOVER has it all! We keep Nantucket outfitted year-round for the “Island Casual,” the only dress code you’ll need. We feature clothing, shoes, packs, luggage, and accessories from Haulover, Patagonia, Toms, North Face, Olukai, Sanuk, Kaenon, casual beachwear, and more. A stop at THE HAULOVER has become a right of passage on Nantucket — stop in and say “hello.”
Val Maitino Antiques
Island Cashmere
Mon–Sat 9am-1pm & 2-5pm. Sun by appt or chance. Antique furniture & lighting fixtures
508-228-2747 31 North Liberty St
VAL MAITINO ANTIQUES, established in 1950, offers American and English furniture, marine items, lighting fixtures, hand-carved eagles, beds, weather vanes, and a variety of decorative accessories for the collector or the casual tourist who likes good antiques. The showroom is a short walk from the center of town, located at 31 North Liberty Street (opposite Franklin Street) in the old historic district, one block south of Nantucket’s oldest house. Their hours are Monday-Saturday 9 am to 1 pm; 2 to 5 pm. Sundays and evenings are by appointment or by chance. There is plenty of room to park. Go and browse; it’s well worth a visit. www.valmaitinoantiques.com
Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes
508-228-7611 Daily at 32 Centre Street
In addition to the most beautiful cashmere sweaters and accessories made from the finest Scottish yarns, ISLAND CASHMERE offers an extensive collection of French Sole shoes, Peace of Cloth pants, Fabrizio Gianni Jeans, “Pure Linen” shirts, and our unique “Hampton” leather bags imported directly from Italy.
Johnstons Cashmere
508-228-5450
Open Daily at 4 Federal Street www.johnstonscashmerenantucket.com Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
Letarte
508.228.7946 (SWIM) Open daily 5 South Water St (behind Pollacks & Lilly) Swimwear & Caftans for Island Living www.letarteswimwear.com
Maui-inspired swim and cover-up label, LETARTE, is island-hopping from Hawaii’s beaches to the New England seacoast and has opened a new Nantucket store. Located at 5 South Water Street (across from The Nautilus on Cambridge St), the Letarte Boutique will be open daily from 8am to 8pm during peak season and will feature their collection of swimwear, caftans and cover-ups along with Maui-designer jewelry, towels, and signature lotion & oil.
Milly and Grace Open every day, 10-6 Clothing, Accessories, Home Decor, Gifts
508-901-5051 2 Washington Street
www.millyandgrace.com Inspired by her sassy grandmother Milly and her sweet grandmother Grace, the owner decided to open a shop with them in mind. Our fabulously feminine boutique has the perfect pieces to make you and your home feel pretty and polished. If you are looking for cute clothes, jazzy jewels, adorable accessories, haute home décor or gorgeous gifts, MILLY & GRACE is the place!
Murray’s Toggery Shop Open Mon-Sat 10-6. Sundays 10-5
508-228-0437 62 Main Street
Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience. MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-theknow” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket. www.nantucketreds.com
Nobby Shop Open daily year-round at 17 Main Street
508-228-1030 Sportswear for all ages
Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable
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prices. Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily, year-round. Fax number: 508-228-6568. www.nobbyshop.com
Peach Trees
508-228-8555 19 Main Street
Mon-Wed from 9am-6pm, Thurs-Sun from 9am-8pm FREE EYESHADOW with purchase through June 25 www.peachtreesofnantucket.com Jewelry, Women’s Clothing, Accessories
Located at the bottom of Main Street in the heart of downtown Nantucket, PEACH TREES is a unique women’s boutique. We provide items with a fun flair, including but not limited to one-of-a-kind jewelry, women’s clothing, and Nantucket prints. Upstairs, above PEACH TREES, is Babies & Bellies, featuring the finest clothing and accessories for infants and toddlers plus gifts for Mom. FREE EYESHADOW with purchase through June 25.
Peter Beaton
508-228-8456
down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal Street www.peterbeaton.com 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.
Scrub Oak Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.
508-228-2458 14 Easy Street
Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature lesser-known designers such as: Ace & Jig, Lemlem, Isobel & Cleo, Mikkel Brogger, Jacqueline Cullen, Doug Johnston, TEN, Loup Charmant and Fog Linen. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, Matta scarves, artwork by Lucinda Young and a selection of furniture from John Derian. www.scruboakstore.com
Seconds Shop
508-228-6677
Tues-Fri from 10am-3pm; Sat 10am-5pm; Sun. 10-3 New Location: 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas & the new Cumbies) Proceeds benefit Family & Children’s Services Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, now open in a new location at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and the new Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, and more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find. Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily. And your shopping is helping a worthy island cause: proceeds benefit Nantucket’s Family & Children’s Services.
Serenella Nantucket
508-228-3400
Open Daily at 9B South Beach Street www.serenella-boston.com The latest Ready-To-Wear & Accessories from the best in American & European fashion Since its inception in 1980, Serenella has been on a mission to bring the best in women’s luxury fashion to Boston and Nantucket. The boutique offers a carefully edited selection of elegant Parisian apparel, fine Italian craftsmanship and luxurious American sportswear. Featuring Aquazzura, Birkenstock, Bottega Veneta, Cedric Charlier, Delfina Delettrez, Emilio Pucci, Giambattista Valli, Jade Jagger, Herve L. Leroux, K. Jacques, Lucien PellatFinet, Marco De Vincenzo, Marni, Massimo Alba, Nina Ricci, Norma Kamali, Reed Krakoff, Tomas Maier, Stella McCartney for Adidas and more.
Skirtin’ Around New location, new styles ...women’s clothing that’s fun and flirty, with a twist
508-228-1225 Zero Candle Street
www.skirtinaround.com Stop by SKIRTIN’ AROUND at our new location for our fabulous selection of fashions. We’re bursting at the seams with bright bold colors and new sassy prints! From skirts and shorts to blouses and cover-ups, we have everything you need to stay in style.
June 19 - 25, 2014
Artists & Galleries Artists Association of Nantucket Check the Calendar for openings
508-228-0294 Open daily at 19 Washington St.
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. They host a schedule of changing member exhibits by established island artists & emerging talent, juried shows, featured artist shows, auctions, & community-oriented events like our annual museum-quality exhibit from the AAN Permanent Collection. The 200 artist members who exhibit are island residents; their work ranges from paintings to sculpture, with a wide variety of media. nantucketarts.org
G. S. Hill Gallery Open daily Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill
The UPS Store
508-325-8884 Open Monday - Saturday 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road) Large format Digital Printing, Family Photos, Posters Locally owned & operated
THE UPS STORE makes high quality, full color art reproductions. You’ll hardly tell the difference! Banners & posters they print for you will get your message across—stop in to see samples! THE UPS STORE also offers a variety of copy & print services, including b&w & color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. Unmatched professional service & expert advice. Off-street parking.
508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf
www.gshill.com G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily and celebrating over 3 decades at 40 Straight Wharf. His original oil & watercolor paintings capture the image & spirit of Nantucket. The gallery also offers exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg & Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass & ornaments are only a few of the treasures.
Ireland Galleries
508-228-1907 Open Daily 13 Old South Wharf Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable 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! You can view emerging artist’s work right on this page, find gallery openings and events, get involved in the annual Nantucket Art scene, and keep tabs on your favorite artists.
Made on Nantucket Open Daily Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts
508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf
MADE ON NANTUCKET at 18 Old South Wharf offers paintings, prints, and photographs by island artists, including Lu Page, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, Bill Dickson, Whitney Kreb, and Lisa Maxell. We have a collection of pre-owned Nantucket art, and we have the Donn Russell’s entire portfolio! Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Anne Terry, Rod Cole, Kathleen Duncombe, Sarah Hutton, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American Indian jewelry (dead pawn).
Nantucket Carving & Folk Art
508-325-7463 Open Year-Round at 167 Orange St www.nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com Folk Art, antiques, prints, nautical art, ship models On the Gallery side of NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART you’ll see the work of many local artists including originals by folk artist Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. They also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, & ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop and treasures such as carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards carved by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. He is responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. Visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery. Shipping available.
Bike Rentals Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road Bikes
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508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road
EASY RIDERS BICYCLE RENTALS offers rentals, sales, and service, plus island-wide free delivery on all & and usually within 1 hour or so. With advanced on-line reservations, it’s the easiest way to experience Nantucket! Low prices & discounts on multi-day, weekly, monthly, & group rentals of top quality, new GT and Mongoose bicycles, and retro-style Schwinn Cruisers, & accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bike for your adventures. Safe, convenient bike path location: 65 Surfside Rd. easyridersbikerentals.com
Island Bike Company Open daily; free delivery & pickup for rentals Bike rentals for the entire family, sales & service
508-228-4070 25 Old South Road
www.islandBike.com Finally, there’s a bicycle shop where you don’t have to fight traffic— ISLAND BIKE COMPANY at 25 Old South Rd (just past Amelia Dr)! ISLAND BIKE COMPANY offers bike rentals by the day, week, or month—and that’s not all! They also rent bike accessories for adults & kids, including Burley Trailers, Trail-a-Bike, & single & double baby joggers. Full repair facility and new bike sales offered. ISLAND BIKE COMPANY is conveniently located on the Old South Road bike path. Free delivery & pickup for rentals. Great Rental Rates: $25 for 24 hours; $45 for 2 days; $60 for 3 days.
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Nantucket Bike Shop Open daily 8 am to 6 pm Bike, scooter, & 4 x 4 rentals
Vol. 44 No. 7 • Our 44th Season!
508-228-1999; 800-770-3088 Steamboat Wharf & Straight Wharf
NANTUCKET BIKE SHOP, with two convenient locations on Steamboat Wharf and the only bike shop on Straight Wharf, offers quality bike and scooter rentals for the entire family. We offer for rent SPECIALIZED, GIANT, and GARY FISHER hybrid and mountain bikes. Stop by, pick up a map, and rent from a wide selection of new equipment that will take you to your destination and back. We are open seven days a week from 8 am to 6 pm and accept all major credit cards. www.nantucketbikeshop.com
Young’s Bicycle Shop Open daily with BIKE SPECIALS Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals.
508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf
Grandpa Harvey Young started YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP in 1931. He ran the bike rental store down on Steamboat Wharf until 1954, when his son Roger took over. Now the third generation is running the shop. With more than 70 years of experience, YOUNG’s provides you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket Island. They use the best bikes, CANNONDALE and TREK. They are kept clean, safe and well maintained and they are rented to you with a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Experience a Nantucket family tradition. YOUNG’s Bicycle Shop, the “Cycle-Logical way” to see Nantucket Island. Watch for the famous sidewalk sign with the revolving wheel. www.youngsbicycleshop.com
Boating & Boating Supplies Madaket Marine 508-228-1163 The Island’s full service family marina 20 North Cambridge St. Ships Store with great totes & apparel for adults and kids. Open daily Established in 1944, the Madaket boat yard began as a family owned boat repair shop. In 1966, Hither Creek Boat Yard was formed by a small group of Madaket residents, and in the 1980s, Madaket Marine was formed as a division of Hither Creek Boat Yard, Inc. More than 40 years later, Madaket Marine continues their commitment to taking care of our customers and protecting the local environment. As the last water front marina on Nantucket Island, we are dedicated to safety and environmental responsibility. We take great pride in keeping both a safe and clean marina. Madaket Marine also has a great selection of high-quality nautical canvas totes & pillows, as well as apparel for sale in our Ships Store. From t-shirts to hats for both adults and kids, you’ll look great on or off the water! www.madaketmarine.com
Bookstores Mitchell’s Book Corner 508-228-1080 Clip the coupon in this paper for gift with purchase & use the Book Buck! Read our Blog: www.independentandouttosea.com 54 Main Street MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for the last 45 years. In addition to the carefully selected stock of titles in all areas, Mitchell’s Book Corner offers the most extensive selection of books available about Nantucket; from the newest Nantucket beach read to whaling and the island’s history to a selection of local authors. Make time to visit the Nantucket Room upstairs at Mitchell’s; the room dedicated to all of these gripping Nantucket reads! www.mitchellsbookcorner.com
Nantucket Bookworks 508-228-4000 Books, Cards, & Unique Holiday & Stocking Gifts Open daily at 25 Broad St CLIP THE COUPON IN THIS PAPER for a free gift with $35 purchase! 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. Clip the coupon in this paper for a free tote with $35 purchase. www.nantucketbookworks.com
Buses NRTA 508-228-7025 7am-11:30pm until Oct. 13 Bus stops at Broad St. & at Washington St. Bus routes thru town & out of town; dates & times vary by route RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com Service is provided thru October 13 from 7am to 11:30pm - dates and times are route specific - visit our website www.nrtawave.com for complete schedule or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 3 East Chestnut Street, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street.
June 19 - 25, 2014
Fares are $1 or $2 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued. Short term passes are available on any Wave vehicle. Season passes may be purchased at the NRTA office at 3 East Chestnut Street M-F, 8-4. www.nrtawave.com
Car Rentals Affordable Rentals
508-228-3501 6 South Beach Street
Open daily Cars, 4x4s, vans, convertibles, mopeds
www.affrentals.com 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.
Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car Open Daily Free renter pickup at all boats, hotels, and inns
508-228-9989 at Nantucket Memorial Airport
www.nantucketislandrentacar.com We are Nantucket Island’s premier auto rental agency, specializing in Jeeps and sport utility vehicles, as well as sedans and minivans. ALL NEW 2014 vehicles with beach permits! Whether on the island for a day or for a month, we offer the lowest rates and best service, with free renter pick-up from all boats, hotels, and guest houses. Call ahead for our specials. All major credit cards accepted.
Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental Open daily, year-round We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.
508-228-1227 Nantucket Memorial Airport
www.NantucketAutoRental.com NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL has been voted “The Best of Nantucket” in the car rental category each of the last five years. We offer service and value not found elsewhere on the island. Once you become a WINDMILL customer, it’s doubtful you’ll rent from any other company when on Nantucket. Daily, weekly, monthly and extended rates are available. We accept Amex, MC, Visa, Diner’s Club, and Discover. Commercial accounts available to qualified companies. 800-228-1227.
Young’s Bicycle Shop
508-228-1151 Steamboat Wharf
Open daily with CAR SPECIALS Bicycle, Car, & Jeep Rentals; Bicycle Sales & Service
www.youngsbicycleshop.com Young’s Bicycle Shop is the most convenient car and Jeep rental shop to either ferry. We have fuel efficient Honda Fits and sedans. We also have 2 door Jeeps and 4 door Jeep Wranglers. We offer fuel efficient sedans and rugged Jeep Wrangler 4 X 4’s in both the 2 door and 4 door variants complete with the town beach permit and Great Point permit. Come see why we are the “Cycle-Logical Way” to see Nantucket Island. Rent with us and avoid the 19% airport tax on car rentals!
Charters - Fishing Albacore Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat
508-228-5074 Private Charters only Slip 17, Straight Wharf
THE ALBACORE is a 35-foot custom Sport Fisherman with large cockpit and walk-in cabin for complete comfort. Capt. Bob DeCosta, a second-generation charter boat captain, has more than 30 years of experience fishing Nantucket waters. We offer a variety of private charters from 2-1/2 hour bluefish trips to full day shark and tuna fishing. Whale watches are also available. Fun for the whole family—young, old, inexperienced, or experienced. All equipment is provided, except for cold drinks and sandwiches. Two-and-a-half-hour, fivehour, and full day trips are available. You’ll be fishing within ten to twenty minutes from the dock. Call for reservations or information, or visit Slip 17 on Straight Wharf. FISH GUARANTEED or your money back. MasterCard and Visa accepted. www.albacorecharters.com
Herbert T. Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Trolling “Catch those blues and Bass!”
Call for Reservations: 508-228-6655 www.fishnantucket.net
Slip 14, Straight Wharf
Make sure you don’t miss the fishing while you’re here on Nantucket! The HERBERT T sport fishing boat will take you to where the blues are biting. Captain Fred Tonkin is an experienced fisherman and will provide you with all the equipment for up to six people to fish at one time. He takes four 2-1/2-hour trips a day: 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm and 4 pm, and the fishing starts just 15 minutes from the dock. The HERBERT T is fully licensed and insured and is fully equipped electronically. While you’re on Nantucket, do as the islanders do - catch some blues! Private charters are also available. $95 per person.
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Just Do It Too - Fishing Daily Trips at 7am, 10 am, 1 pm, 4 pm. NEW: FAMILY SHIPWRECK FISHING
Vol. 44 No. 7 • Our 44th Season!
Call for Reservations: 508-228-7448 Slip 13, Straight Wharf Black Sea Bass, Blues, Striped Bass, Scup
We do it all—catch bass, blues, black seabass, fluke, and more… Captain Marc Genthner will take you fishing aboard the 34’ custom built “JUST DO IT TOO.” The “JUST DO IT TOO” is equipped with twin diesels, full electronics, and fishing gear. Captain Marc offers a per-person fare as well as accommodations for large, private group charters. Daily fishing excursions. Four trips a day at 7 am, 10 am, 1 pm, and 4 pm. FUN FOR KIDS: FAMILY SHIPWRECK FISHING! Call for private charter rates — half-day charters are also available. www.justdoittoo.com
Charters - Sailing & Boating Endeavor
508-228-5585 Slip 15, Straight Wharf
Cruises depart at 10 am, 1 pm, 4 pm, & sunset
“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England 2010: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10 am, 1 pm, 4 pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations. www.endeavorsailing.com
Children’s Camp ACKventure Sports & Day Camps A variety of camps for ages 3-1/2 to 18 Building Strong Kids & Great Memories
508-228-7285 x 1576 Nantucket Community School
www.NantucketCommunitySchool.org The Nantucket Community School offers a multitude of day & sports camps throughout the course of the summer. There are options for everyone spanning ages 3-1/2 to 18. Football, disc golf, lacrosse, basketball, baseball, field hockey, multi-sport, night clinics, dance, gymnastics, and much more! Which ACKventure awaits your child this summer? Go to www.nantucketcommunityschool.org to register or find out further information. Contact: Blair Jannelle, Assistant Sports Camp Supervisor, jannelleb@nps.k12.ma.us — 508-2287285 x 1576 or Casey Morrow, ACKventure Day Camp Supervisor, morrow@nps.k12.ma.us — 508-228-7285 x1361.
Classes & Workshops Artists Association of Nantucket Classes & Workshops for all ages
508-228-0294 Open daily on Gardner Perry Lane
The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults and children. Our spacious workshop on Gardner Perry Lane hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many media including oil painting, watercolor, pastel, life drawing, ceramics, woodcarving, printmaking, textile art and mixed media. Our instructors are resident artists, AAN artist members and a variety of visiting artists who work in a range of mediums and bring a wealth of talent and experience to the program. Classes are designed for all levels of experience, from the novice to advanced student and for all ages from three to ninety-three. nantucketarts.org
Coaching/Consulting Marsha Egan Coaching
508-332-1505 Life and success skills coaching, workplace productivity consulting, and leadership development workshops www.marshaegan.com
Join us upstairs at Mitchell’s Book Corner on July 3, from 8:30 to 9:30 am, for a comfy and energizing discussion, “The Juggling Act: How to Juggle Competing Priorities.” Are you pulled in too many directions? Work, home, health, school, fun? Do you struggle with which priorities to honor? Unfortunately, having too many priorities is like having no priorities. Yet, when we stand back, we can see those that should rise to the top. Join us for a lively discussion on how to manage the many priorities in our lives, all the while maintaining our cool, and enjoying each step of the way. More information: www.CoachingatTheCorner.com. $15 at the door.
Confections Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free samples available: just ask!
508-228-1017 The Courtyard on Straight Wharf
AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for more than 20 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 30 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.
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AUNT LEAH also has her famous Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com
Nantucket Candy Company
508-228-0667 48 Centre Street
Open Daily 10% OFF with ad in this paper Candy, gift baskets, party favors, dessert trays
www.nantucketcandy.com THE NANTUCKET CANDY COMPANY is pleased to be offering many local favorites. They offer all sorts of candies including: homemade turtles, truffles, fudge, chocolate covered cranberries, Jelly Belly jelly beans and many other wonderful candies! Bring in our ad in this paper for 10% off your purchase.
Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981
508-228-5814 26 Centre Street
Be sure to visit the famous SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, showcasing unique artisan chocolates freshly created on the premises. The Nantucket Chocolatier has been featured on the Food Network’s “Food Finds” and on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show, awarded “Best of Boston,” “Best of Nantucket,” and Cape Cod’s Best Chocolatier! You must experience the award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle, world-famous Buttercrunch, Coco the Whale™ chocolate truffles, the original and exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates and the new Sea Mist Almonds splashed with sea salt. The Nantucket Chocolatier’s artisan creations make great gifts and are available in limited edition gift tins, including the “Sailors Valentine” and “Nantucket Cottage.” 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 26 Centre Street. Open yearround. www.nantucketchocolate.com
Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping The UPS Store Open Monday - Saturday
508-325-8884 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)
Nantucket’s UPS STORE is where go-getters go to get things done! Conveniently located at the corner of Windy Way and Surfside Road (just past the schools in the direction of the beach), THE UPS STORE has a variety of products and services to make your life easier. They offer personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, stamps and metered mail, certified mail, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and color copies, output from disks, wide format printing, laminating, collating, and a full range of finishing services. You can even go there for notary services, passport photos, and mail boxes. THE UPS STORE now makes high quality, full color banners and posters—stop in and see their samples! And, they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!
Cranberry Products Aunt Leah’s Fudge Free samples available: just ask!
508-228-1017 Courtyard on Straight Wharf
Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket chocolate covered cranberries. AUNT LEAH’S Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries, both milk and dark chocolate, are not only delicious, but also are loaded with antioxidants proven to have health benefits! Both these local products make unique wedding favors, gifts for special events, or take-home gifts. Another unique gourmet candy is her cranberry “bog frogs,” filled with roasted cashews, dried sweetened cranberries smothered with rich caramel and topped with premium milk chocolate. And you’ve got to try her mouthwatering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. www.auntleahs.com
Sweet Inspirations Cranberry Creations Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981
508-228-5814 26 Centre Street
www.nantucketchocolate.com Inspired by the Nantucket Cranberry Harvest, the NANTUCKET CHOCOLATIER created the original and now world famous Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates. Plump, sweetened cranberries generously covered in premium chocolate create an amazing gourmet taste. The Nantucket Chocolatier presented his exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates on Oprah’s “Best Gifts Show” and on the Food Networks’ “Food Finds.” Cranberry Creations™ chocolates are featured in Nantucket-style gift baskets, and the limited edition “Nantucket Seashells” tin. Elegantly gift-boxed, Cranberry Creations™ chocolates also make the perfect wedding and party favors. Give a special gift basket filled with unique gourmet gifts including the original Cranberry Caramel Chocolates sprinkled with sea salt, fancy cranberry & nut mixes, Cranberry Caramel Corn, and Nantucket Chocolatier‘s award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle. A Nantucket tradition since 1981—come experience it for yourself, and enjoy a complimentary taste of the delectable chocolate. Artisan Chocolates are made on the premises and are available exclusively at Sweet Inspirations, 26 Centre Street and NantucketChocolate.com. Open year-round. Complimentary tastings.
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Vol. 44 No. 7 • Our 44th Season!
Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop
Events Spiritual Heritage Nantucket presents 508-825-2258 Thursday, June 26 at 7:30pm Acclaimed Author Eric Metaxas in the Nantucket High School Auditorium, 10 Surfside Rd. SPIRITUAL HERITAGE NANTUCKET presents bestselling author and acclaimed speaker SQuire Rushnell and renowned comedic impressionist and faith speaker Louise DuArt as their summer 2014 speakers. The two co-wrote Godwink Stories and Couples Who Pray. The event is open to the public and FREE, held in the Unitarian Universalist Church, 11 Orange Street. Spiritual Heritage Nantucket is a non-denominational group whose mission is to build and encourage the Christian community.
Eyeglass Repair & Sales Glasses On The Road
Call us at 508-367-3909 or 508-228-2920 Mobile Eyeglass Repair Service & Sales glassesontheroad@comcast.net Mobile Eyeglass Repair Service to your home, business, guesthouse, Inn, hotel, boat Do you need some eyeglasses advice? Did you accidentally drive over your glasses in the supermarket parking lot? Sit on them? Lose them off your boat or swimming in the ocean? Let the “Eyeglass Lady” come to the rescue! Island native and owner Carolyn Gould received her certificate to become an Ophthalmic Medical Assistant from Associated Eye Surgeons. Testing was through the American Academy Of Ophthalmology. Now, having worked on eyeglasses and sunglasses for over 25 years, she has started a much needed business on the island. So if you have some glasses to be repaired, give Carol a call and she will gladly take her mobile business to you! “See You On The Road.”
Nantucket Music Festival Saturday & Sunday, August 2 & 3 Tickets now on sale!
Tom Nevers Field
www.NantucketMusicFestival.com The NANTUCKET MUSIC FESTIVAL is a two-day event to benefit the Celebrate Music Foundation and the Nantucket Community Music Center, featuring a host of worldrenowned musicians and local performers. NMF will be held at Tom Nevers Field, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Tickets on sale now at www.NantucketMusicFestival.com
Furniture & Home Accessories 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.arrowheadfurniture.com
Gifts Hill’s of Nantucket
508-228-1353 Daily at 40 Straight Wharf
Established in 1981, HILL’S combines the best of Nantucket for the art and gift seeker. G.S. Hill Gallery and Hill’s of Nantucket offer fine art by Greg Hill and wonderful speciality gifts designed by this husband and wife team. Nantucket theme prints and note cards by Hill are their main focus. American made; that hard-to-find gift is here waiting for you! Treat yourself to a truly one of a kind gift gallery situated on the water at Straight Wharf. www.gshill.com
Made on Nantucket Open Daily Nantucket Art, Bakelite & other vintage jewelry, gifts
508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf
MADE ON NANTUCKET has a large selection of gifts from $30 and up. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Anne Terry, Rod Cole, The JR Collection, and Amy Burrough. We carry Art Glass Nantucket plaques and ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as handcrafted shell wreaths. We have the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. Now carrying vintage Lucite purses.
508-228-5470
Open daily at 33 Straight Wharf www.nantucketboatbasinshop.com Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs Visit the NANTUCKET BOAT BASIN AUTHENTIC SHOP and celebrate summer with our limited edition apparel and accessories. We have a variety of island merchandise. We offer the highest quality wearables, headwear, and accessories for visitors, boaters, and islanders. You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. Celebrate Spring and Daffy Weekend with limited edition apparel and accessories.
Scrub Oak
508-228-2458 14 Easy Street
Open almost daily from 10am until 5pm.
Scrub Oak is a small shop specializing in unusual cards, unique jewelry, beautiful clothing, and small gifts for the home. We feature lesser-known designers such as: Ace & Jig, Lemlem, Isobel & Cleo, Mikkel Brogger, Jacqueline Cullen, Doug Johnston, TEN, Loup Charmant and Fog Linen. Also a source for Tata Harper skincare, Matta scarves, artwork by Lucinda www.scruboakstore.com Young and a selection of furniture from John Derian.
Signs, Banners, & Posters Open Monday - Saturday
508-325-8884 2 Windy Way (corner of Surfside Road)
Nantucket’s UPS STORE now offers high quality, full color banners and posters for your business, event, or party. These stunning reproductions can be up to 44 inches wide! And they can be done on vinyl, canvas, art paper — rolls and single sheets. THE UPS STORE can also assist you with mounting and laminating as well as printing of photos, text, and logos.
Tom David Inc. Add some spice with our Finback Boxed Set Invented and made on Nantucket
Festivals
Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts
June 19 - 25, 2014
(800) 634-8881 available at your finer stores
The world’s most efficient peppermill. Fast grinding, easy loading, large storage chamber, adjustable grind, and one-hand use. See the Finback Boxed Set at the Nantucket Whaling Museum Shop. At our website — www.unicornmills.com — you can choose from more than half a dozen styles and colors of our peppermills and salt mills, and also order our spices and aprons. www.unicornmills.com
Hats Peter Beaton
508-228-8456 down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal Street www.peterbeaton.com
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.
Health Care Nantucket Cottage Hospital 24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000
508-825-8100 57 Prospect St
www.nantuckethospital.org 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.
Hotels & Inns The Wauwinet In a Breathtaking Seaside Setting Subtle Luxury & Casual Elegance
508-228-0145 Wauwinet
Matchless hospitality; magical setting. These two combine to create incomparable accommodations for Nantucket - THE WAUWINET. There you’ll be pampered in the gracious, relaxed atmosphere of an exquisitely restored landmark inn. In addition to their luxurious rooms, they offer guests the opportunity to dine in one of Nantucket’s finest restaurants, TOPPER’S. THE WAUWINET is an inn you’ll want to return to season after season.
Jewelry Blue Beetle Jewelry & Gifts
508-228-3227 Open Daily at 12 Main Street
Looking for that perfect something to remember your time on the island or a special gift for friends and family back home? BLUE BEETLE at 12 Main Street is the premier destination
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on Nantucket for unique jewelry and monogrammed gifts. Carry a piece of the island with you all year with our exclusive collection of Nantucket Charm Beads (compatible with Pandora, Chamilia & Troll bracelets) or browse our nautical charm bar to build and design a necklace all your own. Shop year-round in our store or visit us online. www.BlueBeetleNantucket.com
G. S. Hill Gallery
508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf
Open daily Home of the Nantucket Pearl Company
www.gshill.com Each piece of exquisite Nantucket Pearl Company jewelry by Pam Freitus is specially crafted and includes designs that contain a unique blend of quality fresh water pearls, stones, leather, crystal and glass. Each authentic design can be identified by the small red coral bead. This color marking is symbolic of the Chinese culture and to the country where her business began. Each year Pam returns to Suzhou to collaborate, design and hand-select the pearls she uses. All materials (except the pearls) are American-made. It is Pam’s sincere mission to adorn women with beautiful pearls at affordable prices, available on Nantucket exclusively at NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY.
Jessica Hicks Nantucket
508-228-6003 (formerly POSH)
2 Union Street, next to Ralph Lauren Open Daily featuring jewelry by Jessica Hicks
www.JessicaHicks.com Jessica Hicks started by selling her pieces at high-profile Nantucket boutiques and also welcomed clientele into her home to see her latest designs. When her pieces started appearing on Hollywood’s hottest stylistas, including Halle Berry, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Eva Longoria, the business quickly grew. Jessica opened her own boutique: Jessica Hicks Nantucket, and is now in a new location at 2 Union Street, just steps off of Main Street. Here, local devotees can snap up their favorite pieces, and see the line the way that Hicks envisioned it: all in one place. Jessica hand makes each piece in her studio. She believes that when you buy something from a designer it should actually be made by the designer.
Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket
508-228-0229 21 Centre Street
Open daily Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry
www.thejewelersgallery.com JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry, including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Stop in to see our classic period pieces. We specialize in diamond, sapphire, and emerald engagement and anniversary rings. We also carry exquisite island classics, including the Turk’s Head braided bracelet, Nautical Cable Collections, gem-set Sailors’ Valentines, and handwoven gold lightship basket jewelry. Also featured at JEWELERS’ GALLERY is an outstanding collection of beautifully designed jewelry by such leading goldsmiths as Ronald Pearson, Michael Good, Thomas Kruskal, and others. Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY has been serving Nantucket since 1971.
Johnstons Cashmere
508-228-5450
Open Daily at 4 Federal Street www.johnstonscashmerenantucket.com Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry
June 19 - 25, 2014
will bring comfort and tranquility to your home, boat, or hotel. Come see them at 13C Amelia Drive, offering full spa services. Now taking appointments for facials, bikini and Brazilian waxing, underarm and leg waxing, brow and lip waxing, manicures and pedicures, as well as for massages. Gift certificates available-perfect for birthdays and special events.
Movies & Theatre Dreamland Foundation
508-332-4822 17 South Water Street
More than just a movie theatre
The Nantucket Dreamland Foundation is dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of digital entertainment and education in one of America’s oldest theaters. Movie Line: 508-228-1784 www.NantucketDreamland.org
Museums & Sites Nantucket Historical Association Your portal to Nantucket history
Nursery Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs
Open daily Nantucket’s award-winning & most sophisticated jewelers
www.pageo.com PAGEO offers some of the most unique collections of Fine Jewelry found anywhere. Come see their exclusive Misani Collection. PAGEO also offers consultations for custom pieces with warm advice from an expert staff. “Like” us on Facebook to get the latest info on special events.
R. Simantov Fine Jewelry Open daily Fine jewelry in striking, unique designs
917-324-4410 in The Nantucket Hotel & Resort
www.rsimantov.com 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.
Massage & Spa Services Life Massage & Spa Walk-ins welcome or call for an appointment Gift Certificates Available
508-221-5412 13C Amelia Drive
www.acklifemassage.net Claribel and her staff are here to make your vacation time more pleasant and relaxing. They
508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way
ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K. Diamond’s restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com
Pets Cold Noses
508-228-6899 46 Main Street
508-228-1894 15 Broad Street
No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the new gateway film “Nantucket”, directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. See the Historic Sites page in this publication for a complete listing of NHA sites. www.nha.org
A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
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508-228-5477 Straight Wharf
Open daily A special downtown pet boutique
www.coldnoses.net COLD NOSES offers a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature eight different designs, including the new Nantucket Anchor. Unique hand-painted wooden ornaments showcase your favorite dog breed and iconic Nantucket sights. Conveniently located on Straight Wharf, stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or special something for a pet or pet person.
Geronimo’s Open year-round Monday-Saturday Pet supplies and gifts: “We’re more than just pet food”
508-228-3731 119 Pleasant Street
www.geronimos.com Convenient mid-island location. GERONIMO’S complete selection of pet supplies and accessories includes collars, toys, treats & items made exclusively for our shop. We specialize in dog, cat, bird, and small animal food and supplies with a wide variety of feeders and seed for wild birds. We also have unique gifts for your favorite pet person.
Kozy K-9 Dog Care kozyk-9dogcare@hotmail.com
508-208-7996 Where your dog’s needs are the first priority.
Let Kozy K-9’s caring staff make your dog’s needs the first priority. Providing overnight dog care when you are away and dog walking or house visits when your schedule is busy.
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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.
Pilates/Fitness
Theatre
Stretch Pilates
Call for an appointment: 917-741-4752 Strengthen your core, improve flexibility, alignment, balance
STRETCH Pilates can help you strengthen your core, improve flexibility, alignment and balance. Train in privacy, on state of the art “Gratz” equipment and do something really good for yourself today. Stand taller and be the best you can be. Romana certified, with over 12 years teaching experience. All levels welcome. For an appointment email cleesy@gmail.com or call 917-741-4752. www.cleepilates.com
Real Estate Sales & Rentals Mariner House
508-680-1082 30 Centre Street
Call Tracy to arrange a tour You can own 2 weeks in historic downtown Nantucket!
www.themarinerhouse.com On the beautiful island of Nantucket, in the heart of the quaint historic downtown quarter you can immerse yourself in a bit of whaling history. In 1846 Master Mariner and Whaling Captain William Jernegan built the Mariner House as a private residence. It has since been renovated into six tastefully decorated apartments, with fireplaces and woodstoves, full kitchens, Wi-Fi and cable TV. One- and two-bedrooms units are available. Operating year round, Mariner House is within walking distance to the worn cobblestones of Main Street, to casual and gourmet dining, beautiful beaches, boats, boutiques, galleries, historic landmarks and museums. For reservations, please call 508-680-1082. RCI affiliated.
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket
508-228-4305 HAY FEVER: May 29-June 21 at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St See ad or website for show times www.theatreworkshop.com
TWN has been the island’s live theatre company for more than 50 years. Visit our website or see Calendar of Events in this paper for a listing of shows and times. A concession will be available at each performance. For tickets, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305 or visit www.TheatreWorkshop.com.
Tours - Van Gail’s Tours, Inc.
Island Cashmere
GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving tours for more than 40 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger deluxe Mercedes with comfortable individual seats, AC, huge windows, and leg room! She’ll pick you up at approximately 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm every day. The tour lasts 1-3/4 hours to 2 hours, and passengers are welcome at any time during Gail’s tour to get out to take photos. Private charters are available. Call for reservations.
Tours - Walking
508-228-7611 Daily at 32 Centre Street
In addition to the most beautiful cashmere sweaters and accessories made from the finest Scottish yarns, ISLAND CASHMERE offers an extensive collection of French Sole shoes, Peace of Cloth pants, Fabrizio Gianni Jeans, “Pure Linen” shirts, and our unique “Hampton” leather bags imported directly from Italy.
Johnstons Cashmere
508-228-5450
Open Daily at 4 Federal Street www.johnstonscashmerenantucket.com Luxurious European cashmere, shoes, bags, & jewelry A deluxe cashmere collection of contemporary styles by Johnstons of Elgin, John Laing of Hawick, Rani Arabella, 27 Miles Malibu, Zynni, and more. Knitwear, dresses, jackets, ponchos, wraps, capes – easy but elegant for your Nantucket evenings.
Murray’s Toggery Shop
508-228-0437 62 Main Street
Open Mon-Sat 10-6. Sundays 10-5 Classic & Updated Clothing
www.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.
ViVi G Shoes
508-228-0411 25 Centre Street
Shop for the season at Vivi G Shoes Chic Shoes, Haute Handbags, and Accessories
Sherri and Jennifer Guggenheim needed to expand their shoe closets... And through expansion, the area’s go to mecca for the ultimate in shoes, handbags, jewelry, and accessories, blossomed. VIVI G SHOES constantly strives to deliver hard-to-find, unique, fashion forward merchandise in all price ranges. From comfortable run-around shoes to couture heels, day bags to evening clutches, fun costume jewelry to premier designer pieces, boots to flip flops...they have it all! www.vivigshoes.com
Sunglasses Summer Shades Open daily The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses
508-257-6557 Call for pickup
Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”
Shoes & Handbags Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes
June 19 - 25, 2014
508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf
Featuring sunglasses by Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Oliver Peoples, Roberto Cavelli, Maui Jims, Oakley, Coach, Dior, Rayban, Natives, Tom Ford, Smiths, and many others. Summer
Raven’s Walk
508-257-4586 See calendar of events for details. www.ravens-walk.com Highlighted by The Boston Globe: “Best Walks in New England” Join your guide and her raven on one of her exciting adventures. Her Great Expectations History Walk, Inside the Graveyards Tour, Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket, and Raven’s Night Walk are great for adults and families. Along the way, you will hear tales of Nantucket’s past infused with ghostly encounters that took place throughout the centuries. Or you’ll hear all about Nantucket’s beginnings, and its fascinating history. Kids will love Raven’s Tales of Pirates & Ghost Ships, or they can learn to Become a Ghost Hunter or Become a Pirate Hunter. For details, dates, and times, visit www.ravens-walk.com.
Transportation Boat Hy-Line Cruises Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis
508-228-3949 Straight Wharf
www.hy-linecruises.com Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable highspeed 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.
Steamship Authority
508-228-0262 Steamboat Wharf
Ferry service - call for schedule
Watches The Trinity Collection
508-228-7557 50 Main Street
Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary
THE TRINITY COLLECTION. Our shop offers an extensive collection of fine timepieces— classic designs with superb Swiss watchmaking. We specializqe 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.
Weddings Nantucket Weddings Enter our Photo Contest
508-228-9165, ext. 101 www.NantucketWeddings.com
This comprehensive website will guide you through all the steps to planning and holding a wedding on Nantucket. From getting the marriage license right through the honeymoon, you’ll find valuable information all in one easy-to-navigate location. This website, beautifully illustrated by island photographers, has links to locations, lodging establishments, musicians, florists, and many others who will help make your day special. There are also sections devoted to honeymoons on Nantucket, anniversary celebrations, and real Nantucket weddings.
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Thirsty for More from page 23
Robinson makes it accessible and easy to understand. If you own only one wine book, many say, this should be it. However, not all wine books are about the technical aspects of winemaking or how to taste wine. Some are about the journey. The one that tops my list is wine importer Kermit Lynch’s book, Adventures on the Wine Route: A Wine Buyer’s Tour of France. Here he chronicles his experiences touring French wine regions from the Languedoc to the Loire, all while sharing cellar stories and intimate moments with some of France’s most notable wine families. Originally published in 1988, last year he released the 25th Anniversary Edition of his book. Be sure you flip to page 267—Lynch lists his top 25 most memorable wines.
Abundance of Squid from page 10
The origins of the word Teuthida and its relationship to squid are a bit sketchy. I love etymology, so I snooped around a bit and the best I could find was that Teuthis was a city in ancient Arcadia and also the name of a Greek general from that city who fought in the Trojan war. Teuthis speared the goddess Athena in the thigh when she tried to convince him not to return early from war with his army. The spear he used and the shape of the squid appear to have led to the name. That story was right on the tip of my tongue along with the two years of Latin I have forgotten. Squid have a distinct head, bilateral symmetry, a mantle, and arms. Squid, like cuttlefish, have eight arms arranged in pairs and two longer tentacles. Tentacles are longer then arms and they usually only have suckers at their tips. The squid is one of the most highly developed invertebrates, well adapted to its active, carnivorous, predatory life. All squid have a mouth with a radula which is a file-like organ that scrapes nutrients from food sources. Squid hatchlings will eat the yolks from their eggs sacs for 45 days, then progress to eating copepods and other zooplankton, eventually graduating to fish and shrimp as they get larger. Cannibalism has also been documented. It sounds like they basically lick their meaty prey like lollipops: yum. Squid are intelligent animals, for example, groups of Humboldt squid hunt cooperatively, using active communication. Their skin is covered in chromatophores, which enable the squid to change color to suit its surroundings, making it effectively camouflaged. Controlled by the nervous system, the camouflage can change in a split second and their shoaling behavior with rapid color changes is quite beautiful. Squid breathe through gills, and, like its cousin the octopus, will squirt a cloud of inky material from its ink sac when in danger. The circulatory and nervous systems are highly developed and the eyes of the squid are extremely evolved and often studied. The images squid see through hard lens on each side of the head is focused by changing the position of the lens, as in a camera or telescope versus changing the shape of the lens, like humans. Giant squid, which measure 40 feet and longer, and their smaller cousin, the Loligo pealei, have large optic nerves. Some deep-sea forms have luminescent organs. More squid fun facts: they have three hearts and limited hearing. Probably the most reported squid fact is one we can’t go into a lot of detail here, but let’s say, except for a type of barnacle, deep sea male squid are the most well endowed of all creatures. The Longfin Inshore Squid (Loligo pealeii) is a species of squid of the family Loliginidae. It has recently been renamed the Doryteuthis (Amerigo) Pealeii, and this is the species we see most often around Nantucket. When people aren’t eating them, squid are also harvested in bulk each spring for research by fishermen for scientists at the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole and other labs and universities across the country. Squid were long prized by scientists for their huge axons. More than 100 times the size of a human axon, the squid's axon is roughly a millimeter in diameter and the largest nerve fiber on Earth. The enormous size allows scientists to study how signals are sent along the length of the axon to other nerve cells or muscles. Squid research today focuses on everything from evaluating the progression of Alzheimer’s damage in the brain to investigating cures for various eye diseases.
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And, being that wine and food go hand-in-hand, I would be remiss not to mention a few books by Ruth Reichl, former New York Times food critic and editor of Gourmet magazine for ten years. Her memoirs Comfort Me With Apples, Tender at the Bone, and Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise, serve up entertaining tales intertwining the marriage of food, wine, and the way they both bring people together. I wish I still remembered that professor’s name. I’d drop him a line. The subject I knew nothing about turned into my life’s study.
The animal is a migratory creature that comes to Cape waters every spring to spawn. They live offshore in deeper cooler water during the winter. If you have ever seen squid reproduction, you would certainly have not forgotten it. In early spring, squid “dating” starts as the dominant males fight for the opportunity to copulate with the females. The female gather the sperm from one or more partners in the off-shore mating ritual. When she arrives inshore, the female pulls a jelly-like matrix of eggs out of her body and holds it her arms and releases the stored sperm to fertilize hundreds of eggs. It has been documented by Dr. Roger Hanlon of the Woods Hole Marine Resources Center that sneaker males may lay in wait for females to deposit their egg sacs and fertilize the eggs at the last second, winning out over the older sperm the female collected earlier. Many creatures like gray seals, stripers, and common dolphins feed on squid. Large groups of squid aggregate both south and north of the island each summer; sometimes drawing squid loving marine mammals. The Longfin Inshore Squid spawns year-round and most scientists agree that they only live on average for one year (sometimes only 6-8 months), although this conclusion was only recently reached as a result of studies of the animal's statocyst, a calcium carbonate rock in the animal's balance organ that grows in rings that are laid down daily. Individuals hatched in summer generally grow much faster than those hatched in winter. The species presents sexual dimorphism, with most males growing faster and reaching larger sizes than females. The dorsal-mantle length of some males can reach 40 cm, although most squids commercially harvested are smaller than 30 cm long. They mate right before they die. Scientists at Woods Hole have discovered that the males freak out and get very aggressive when they encounter eggs. Researchers first noticed this effect while studying male squid arriving at breeding grounds where females had already started laying egg capsules. Each egg capsule contains 150 to 200 eggs. A female squid will lay 20 to 30 capsules over a period of up to several weeks, during which time she will mate with multiple males. The scientists noticed that, when male Longfin Squid saw egg capsules laid on the seafloor, the squid would swim toward the eggs and wrap their arms around them. They would then become enraged and attack each other. Illex and Longfin squid are regulated under the Atlantic Mackerel, Squid and Butterfish Management Plan. Currently the season is divided into three or four periods with set quotas for some seasons and no limits during other seasons, effectively allowing the fishery to be open with few limits on size or number caught. Squid populations are replaced twice a year so fishing pressure is normally not a problem for them as long as some squid are left in the population at any given time. Spacing the allowed harvest throughout the year ensures fishing pressure isn’t concentrated too heavily at one time and allows the fishery to operate year-round. Many of you know that squid are attracted to light. On several oceanographic cruises that I have been on, we use bright working lights at night that would attract huge schools of squid in the Gulf of Mexico. Fishermen have been using their propensity to come to lights for many years. Squid are also a part of the Cape and Islands recreational fishery. Fishing for squid from lighted spots of docks or off boats is a very popular activity on both sides of the Sound. Jigging for squid on the docks is a tradition on Nantucket, but there is a right way and a wrong way to jig for them, and spraying ink on other people’s boats is the wrong way. If you go down to the docks to jig for squid, stay away from docked boats and watch out for signs regulating where you can fish.
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9 to 10:30 PM - Stargazing Night with Maria Mitchell Assn. Join professional astronomers for a tour of the starry sky & telescopic viewing of the Moon, planets, nebulae, & galaxies. Loines Observatory at 59 Milk Street Ext., weather permitting. $10. 9 to 10:30 PM - Night Marine Walk Join Aquarium staff to learn about fish, squid, crabs, & more that come out to feed at night. $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26 8:30 to 9:30 AM - Morning Coffee Cruise Start your day on Nantucket with a relaxing harbor cruise. Complimentary coffee & muffin. $38. Offered daily by Shearwater Excursions, ExploreNantucket.com, 508-228-7037. Straight Wharf, Slip #1011. 9 to 11 AM - Family Nature Walk Every other week is a Family Insect Hunt to a nearby park. The other weeks focus on birds, ponds, & geology. Adult $10, Child $5. Preregister:www.mariamitchell.org or 508.228.9198 9 to 10 AM - Feeding Frenzy at the Maria Mitchell Aquarium See aquarium staff feed their ever-hungry creatures before the Aquarium opens. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. $10. 9 AM - Free Behind the Scene Farm Tours Find out why hot house tomatoes taste so great. Take a look at our organic production & learn the history of Bartlett’s Farm. Meet in front of the market. 33 Bartlett Farm Road. 10 to 11 AM - Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise Enjoy ice cream on a narrated tour of the inner harbor with Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-2287037. $38. Also at 11:15 am, 1, 2:15, 4, 5:15 pm. 10 to 11:30 AM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. Departs again at 1 pm & 4 pm. $40pp. 508-2285585. Endeavor Sailing, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 10 AM to 12 PM - Marine Ecology Field Trip
High-Speed Ferry
2014 SCHEDULE
Year Round Service ARRIVE HYANNIS
DEPART HYANNIS
7:45am
8:45am
6:20am
7:20am
10:35am
11:35am
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Straight Wharf 508-228-3949 1-800-492-8082
Schedule in effect until Sept 5, 2014
ARRIVE NANTUCKET
1:25pm
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4:35pm
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3:10pm
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8:10pm
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For fare information and reservations go to:
www.hy-linecruises.com 2014 SCHEDULE
2014 Traditional Ferry Straight Wharf, Nantucket 508-228-3949 • Ocean Street Dock 1-508-778-2600
DEPART NANTUCKET
ARRIVE HYANNIS
DEPART HYANNIS
ARRIVE NANTUCKET
May 17 - May 22 Sept 2 - Oct 19
4:10PM
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May 23 - May 26 June 14 - Sept 1
11:35AM 4:10PM 8:20PM
1:25PM 6:00PM 10:10PM
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11:20AM 3:30PM 8:10PM
11:35AM 4:10PM
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Fares: www.hy-linecruises.com
June 19 - 25, 2014
Help collect, identify and release fish, crabs, shrimp, and other marine life! $20. Register: mariamitchell.org or 508-228-5387. Meet at the end of Washington St. Ext. 10 AM to 4 PM - Open Days Program Garden Tour Explore 6 private gardens on Nantucket island, open for self-guided tours to benefit the Garden Conservancy. No reservations required; rain or shine. $7; children 12 & under free. www.opendaysprogram.org - 888-842-2442. 10:30 to 11 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 18-36 mos Limited to first 15 toddlers + caregivers. Tickets at 10am at the Children’s Desk. Atheneum, 1 India St. 10:30 AM - Widows Walk: The Remarkable Women of Nantucket Hear stories of remarkable Nantucket women: some went whaling, others were involved in the Temperance Crusade, the struggle for women’s suffrage, the Abolitionist movement, and the Underground Railroad. Meet at Centre & Broad Sts. $20. Teens & 65+ $15. 508-257-4586. 10:30 to 12 PM - Robot Explorers for Ages 8+ After an introduction to robots, teams assemble robot ‘cublets’ to learn how robots work. $50. Register at mariamitchell.org or 508.228.9198. 11 to 11:30 AM - Preschool Story Time for Ages 3+ Stories & songs; limited to first 20 attendees. Tickets at the Weezie desk when the library opens. Atheneum, 1 India Street. 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM - Walking Tour of Downtown Nantucket Learn about people, places, & events that transformed Nantucket. $10. Tour departs from Whaling Museum, rain or shine, 13 Broad St. 2 PM - PJ Pacifico Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 2 PM - Great Expectations: The History of Nantucket Hear about the founding settlers, the impact of Quakerism, whaling as a global economy, the effect of 3 wars, and the tragedy of the whaling ship Essex. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal Sts. Adults $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 2 to 2:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Tour Learn about the life & scientific legacy of Maria Mitchell, America’s first woman astronomer. If weather permits, see outdoor scale model of the solar system & view the sun thru a safe solar telescope. $3. 2 Vestal St. 2:15 to 3:30 PM - Historic House Walking Tour Visit 2 NHA Historic Houses. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-17, NHA members free. Rain or shine daily from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. 3 to 5 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at NIXS Brew Pub Oysters & littlenecks for $1 each, 15 South Water Street. 3 to 6 PM - Buck-a-Shuck at The Jetties Oysters, clams, & shrimp for $1 each, 4 Bathing Beach Road. 4 to 5:30 PM - Sail aboard the Endeavor Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & sights along the waterfront. $40pp. 508-228-5585. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 4:30 PM - Tony Lee Thomas Performs Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4:30 PM - Inside the Graveyards Walk: Footprints to the Past Visit the final resting places of interesting people who left a footprint on Nantucket. We will visit 2 cemeteries. Meet at the Pacific Bank at the top of Main St. $20. 65+ & Teens $15. Wear appropriate footwear. Reservations Required: 508-257-4586. 6:30 to 8 PM - Sunset Cruise Bring your favorite beverage and join us $55.00 per person or $550.00 for the whole boat. Shearwater Excursions, Straight Wharf #1011. www.ExploreNantucket.com. 508-228-7037. Time may vary slightly. 7 to 8:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor Watch the sun set over our magnificent harbor. Capt. James Genthner will acquaint you with Nantucket’s maritime history & waterfront sights. $50 pp. 508-228-5585. Endeavor, Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. 7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got The Blues Plays Live Local favorite at Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 7:30 PM - SQuire Rushnell & Louise DuArt Join bestselling author SQuire Rushnell & comedian Louise DuArt for a night of laughs. Tickets: 508.825.2258. Spiritual Heritage Nantucket, Unitarian Universalist Church, 11 Orange St. 8 PM - The Raven’s Night Walk: Ghosts of Nantucket’s Past Come on a haunted history tour of Nantucket Town! Visit houses with stories to tell and view mysterious pictures from Nantucket’s most haunted house. Meet at The Hub, corner of Main & Federal. $20. Seniors & Teens $15. Kids $10; under 6 free. 508-257-4586. 10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Every Thursday night at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St.
Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket
Vol. 44 No. 7 • Our 44th Season!
June 19 - 25, 2014
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HISTORICAL SITES - NANTUCKET TOWN ■ MARIA MITCHELL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES
BRANT POINT LIGHTHOUSE ▲
VESTAL STREET OBSERVATORY: 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.
● NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES
MITCHELL HOUSE: 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.
WHALING MUSEUM: 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. 10am-5pm daily.
NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM: Corner of Milk & Vestal Streets A free activity for 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.
OLDEST HOUSE: 16 Sunset Hill A National Historic Landmark, built in 1686 and fully restored in 1990. Daily 11am-4pm; tours every 1/2 hour.
THE AQUARIUM: 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 www.mmo.org for more information
OLD MILL: 50 Prospect St A National Built in 1746, it’s the oldest functioning mill in the country. Daily 11am-4pm; tours every 1/2 hour.
● OLDEST HOUSE PUBLIC BOAT RAMP
OLD GAOL: 15R Vestal Street Built in 1806, it was the town’s house of correction until 1933. Open daily 11am-4pm for self-guided tour. GREATER LIGHT: 8 Howard Street Originally a livestock barn dating to the late 18th century, it was transformed into a summer home and art studio by Gertrude and Hanna Monaghan in the 1930’s. Open daily 11am-4pm for self-guided tour.
CHILDREN’S BEACH
STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY
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FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
FIRE HOSE CART HOUSE: 8 Gardner Street Built in 1886 after the Great Fire, and restored in 2012, this is the last remaining 19th century fire house on the island. Artifacts from Nantucket’s firefighting history are on display. Open daily 11am-4pm for self-guided tour.
● WHALING MUSEUM
HYLINE
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▲ ATHENEUM ST. MARY’S METHODIST CHURCH
▲ PACIFIC
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1800 HOUSE: 4 Mill Street Built in 1805, the historic mansion now offers arts & crafts classes taught using traditional techniques.
CLUB
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RESEARCH LIBRARY
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FIRE HOSE CART HOUSE
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3 BRICKS
OBSERVATORY
NHA RESEARCH LIBRARY: 7 Fair Street Open Mon 10am-4pm, Tue 11am-4pm, Thu-Fri 10am-4pm. Please visit www.nha.org for more information
UNITARIAN CHURCH
● OLD GAOL
QUAKER MEETING HOUSE: 7 Fair Street Constructed by the Society of Friends as a school in 1838, the island’s last surviving Quaker Meeting House. Open during library hours.
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GREATER LIGHT
●HADWEN HOUSE
HADWEN HOUSE: 96 Main Street A sign of the golden era of whaling, the house is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1845 by whaling merchant and silver retailer William Hadwen. Open on Historic House Walking Tour.
▲ ST. PAUL’S
AQUARIUM
■ TOWN PIER
▲ CIVIL WAR MONUMENT
MITCHELL HOUSE
FRANCIS STREET BEACH
■ NATURAL SCIENCE
●1800 HOUSE ▲ LIGHTSHIP BASKET MUSEUM
OLD MILL
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AFRICAN MEETING HOUSE
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▲ OTHER HISTORICAL POINTS OF INTEREST BRANT POINT LIGHTHOUSE: 2 Easton Street First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH: 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. NANTUCKET ATHENEUM: 1 India Street Books, periodicals, dvds and also a collection of art and artifacts on display from Nantucket’s history. Closed Sun & Mon.
PACIFIC CLUB: 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. ST MARY’S CHURCH: 3 Federal Street Built in 1897. METHODIST CHURCH: 2 Centre Street Built in 1831. THREE BRICKS: 93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built between 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.
CIVIL WAR MONUMENT: Upper Main Street Bears a list of the names of 69 men who died in the Civil War. ST PAUL’S CHURCH: 20 Fair Street Built in 1897. AFRICAN MEETING HOUSE: 29 York Street Built in 1827, the nation’s second oldest still standing building that was erected by free Africans for their own use. UNITARIAN CHURCH: 11 Orange Street Built in 1809, houses the town clock and the 1810 Portuguese bell. LIGHTSHIP BASKET MUSEUM: 49 Union Street Historical and contemporary Nantucket Lightship Baskets
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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket
Vol. 44 No. 7 • Our 44th Season!
June 19 - 25, 2014
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