45th Annual Nantucket Chamber Daffodil Festival Program

2019 Official Daffodil Festival Guide

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2019 CHILDREN’S BICYCLE PARADE SPONSOR ACK Eats Barnaby’s Place Nantucket Island Resorts William Raveis Nantucket 2019 DAFFY DOG PARADE SPONSOR The Black Dog

THANK YOU TO OUR SIGNATURE SPONSORS

Vote For the Best Decorated Store Window

Storefront Decorating Contest

Each year, Chamber merchants take great pride in decorating their storefronts DAFFY STYLE! People’s Choice votes elect the winners. Enter your vote on our Facebook page, or nantucketchamber.org by 3pm Saturday - for a chance to win prizes! #ACKdaffy! Winners will be announced online.

ACK4170 1A Old North Wharf

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Artist Association of Nantucket 19 Washington Street

Nantucket Monogram & Design by Brooke Boothe 19 Main Street, 2nd Floor

The Black Dog 32 Main Street The Corner Table Cafe at NCC 22 Federal Street

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Current Vintage 4 Easy Street

Seconds Shop (Supporting Fairwinds - Nantucket Counseling Center) 32B Sparks Ave

Épernay Wine & Spirits 1 N. Beach Street

Young’s Bicycle Shop & Car Rental 6 Broad Street

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45th Annual Daffodil Festival

Main Chamber Events FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2019

10:45 AM

6:00 - 8:30 PM The Flower Power Party Launch into Daffodil Festival with N Magazine & the Nantucket Historical Association, sponsored by the Nantucket Chamber. Food and libations.

Tickets still available. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Nha.org

45th Annual Daffodil Festival Hat Pageant Sponsored by J.W. Construction.

Show off your creativity with a festively decorated, Daffodil-themed hat Open to men, women, & children. Starts immediately after Children’s Parade. Children’s Beach bandstand, Harbor View Way. 508.228.1700.

Nantucketchamber.org

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2019

11:30 AM Nanpuppets at Children’s Beach Grab your picnic lunches and head to Children’s Beach for an original performance of Lizza Obremski’s phenomenal Nanpuppets.

A Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce signature event. 508.228.1700.

12 PM Nantucket Music Center’s Drumline Nantucket Music Center’s drumline will be performing at the top of Main Street. www.nantucketmusiccenter.org. 508.228.3352

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM 45th Annual Daffodil Festival Weekend Antique Car Parade & Tailgate Picnic presented by Nantucket Storage Center. Visit town early to view the vintage cars before they head out of town to ‘Sconset. 508.228.1700.

Nantucketchamber.org

10:30 AM 45th Annual Daffodil Festival Children’s Parade Sponsored by ACK EATS, Barnaby’s Place Nantucket Island Resorts, and William Raveis Nantucket Fun for children of all ages and their families!

Ribbons awarded to all participants. Staging begins at 10:15 AM at Children’s Beach bandstand. A Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce signature event. 508.228.1700.

Nantucketchamber.org.

12:30 PM 9th Annual Daffy Dog Parade Sponsored by The Black Dog. All friendly, leashed pooches are welcome to participate!

(Daffy costumes & decoration strongly encouraged.) Registration from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Federal & Main Street corner table.

Proceeds benefit Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals. Parade will start at Children’s Beach.

508.228.1700. Nantucketchamber.org

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2019 Events Calendar APRIL

AUGUST

Nantucket Skating Club Spring Show

NHA: Nantucket By Design

Flower Power Daffodil Kick-off Party

NiSHA: Paws for a Cause

45th Annual Nantucket Daffodil Festival Weekend April 26-28

Nantucket Garden Club’s 65th Annual House Tour

Atheneum Used Book Sale

Nantucket Preservation Trust’s August Fete

Nantucket Daffodil 5K Race

Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s Boston Pops

Spring Art Week (April 26 - May 5)

Nantucket Community Sailing‘s 25th Anniversary Gala

MAY

Tim Russert Summer Groove

Nantucket Wine & Food Festival

Nantucket Community Sailing’s Opera House Cup Race

48th Figawi Race Weekend

JUNE Spring Restaurant Week

SEPTEMBER Fall Restaurant Week

Sam Sylvia Pro-Am Golf Tournament

Nantucket Arts Festival September 28 - October 6

A Starry Night at Nantucket Yacht Club

OCTOBER

Nantucket Book Festival Sankaty Head Lighthouse Open Day

Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s Cranberry Festival

Nantucket Film Festival

A Walk for A Safe Place, Inc.

Nantucket Preservation Symposium

Nantucket Half Marathon

JULY

NantucketGrown® Food Festival

Town of Nantucket Independence Day Fireworks

Annual Halloween Parade

Nantucket Yoga Festival

NOVEMBER

A Safe Place presents: A Conversation with Aly Raisman

NHA Festival of Wreaths

Nantucket Comedy Festival

Chamber’s Annual Tree Lighting & Community Caroling Ceremony

St. Paul’s Annual Fair

DECEMBER

Maria Mitchell Association’s Red Tie Soirée

Chamber’s 46th Annual Christmas Stroll Weekend

Small Friends Arts & Artisans Show Nantucket Triathlon “Night under the Light” ‘Sconset Trust Gala Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival Nantucket Garden Festival 10th Annual Farm Fresh Feast for Sustainable Nantucket 3rd Annual Jog in the Fog NISDA Sandcastle & Sculpture Day See dates and more at nantucketchamber.org.

Atheneum Used Book Sale NHA Festival of Trees Chamber’s Double Red Ticket Weekend Chamber’s Holiday Red Ticket Drawing Nantucket New Year’s Gala & Anchor Drop

JANUARY Elin Hilderbrand Weekend at The Nantucket Hotel

*Dates available at press time. Please confirm with organizers.

Spring’s in bloom.

Celebrate the season!

From fine foods to fresh flowers, you’ll find everything you need at Stop & Shop.

45th Annual

Nantucket Daffodil Festival Island Wide Events

Friday, April 26 8-8:45 AM Men’s Breakfastat at Saltmarsh Seniors are invited to come and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast while socializing with old and new friends. $3 per person.

Saltmarsh Senior Center, 81 Washington St. Ext. 508-228-4490.

8:30-9:25 AM Fabulous Mansions Of The Cliff & Brant Point Exercise Walk A 2.5-mile, 55-minute non-stop exercise walk--with historic commentary--past some of the most spectacular island summer homes. Featuring stellar views of Nantucket Sound. Gather 10 minutes prior to starting time at TOP of Main Street in front of Pacific Bank. $20/adults; $15 / seniors (65+) and teens;$5/ages 7-12; under 7 Free. 20% off groups of 6+.Cash only. No reservations necessary.

Nantucket Walking Tours. 508-332-0953.

9 AM – 5 PM Complimentary Daffodil Corsages At ACK 4170 ™ ACK 4170 ™ is giving away a complimentary Daffodil Corsage with every $35.00 in-store purchase! Stop by and see our Daffodil display and new products for Spring! Quantities are limited; first come, first served availability. 1A Old North Wharf at Easy St. ACK4170.com. crew@ACK4170.com.

10-11:30 AM Fifty Shades Of Fabulous:The Story Of Nantucket Walk Led by the three-time runner up in the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, this 2/3mile stroll around the beautiful Downtown area features the dynamic story of "the most important small town in American history." Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time at TOP of Main Street in front of the Pacific Bank. $20 / adults; $15 seniors 65+ and teens; $5 kids 7-12; under 7, FREE. 20% off groups of 6+. Cash only.

No reservations necessary. Nantucket Walking Tours. 508-332-0953.

10 AM – 5 PM Freedman’s Annual Daffodil Sales Event Celebrate our annual Daffodil Festival sale, with 50% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE! Plus an additional 5% discount if you mention that it's our 40TH YEAR OF BUSINESS on Nantucket! You won't want to miss this great sale! Freedman’s of Nantucket, 14 Centre St. dfreedman11@comcast.net 11 AM – 5 PM AAN “Primary Concerns” Art Exhibition Artists Association of Nantucket Art exhibition featuring works with a dominant color scheme. Second exhibition upstairs titled “Shaped by Hand” features all 3-D works by local artist members. Artists Association, 19 Washington St. 508-228-0294.

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Remote, quaint and vibrant, Nantucket is a charming destination. We offer more ferries, more departures, and the lowest fares. Our high-speed ferry gets you there in just an hour, travel any Monday – Thursday, same day and the round-trip fare is only $50.

Ferry service from Hyannis to Nantucket Free Wi-Fi on-board and at terminals • Snack bar with beverages

For important parking and shuttle information, go to SteamshipAuthority.com • 508-495-FAST (3278)

FRIDAY, APRIL 26 cont.

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Daffy Dunlovely Centerpiece Workshop Kick off Daffy Weekend with a centerpiece floral workshop! Learn floral tips, tricks and trends, and become a burgeoning florista, creating a unique centerpiece for your Daffy picnic! Led by Colleen Dunleavy of Dunlovely Floral Design. All materials included and no experience necessary. Price includes Daffy Mimosa bar, light bites and refreshments, and a Daffy Donlovely swag bag! To purchase tickets, please visit dunlovely.com/shop. nantuckeculinary.com/classes/centerpiece4-26-19 Fee: $150 /Islander rate: $135 (to qualify, you must have a Nantucket billing address) Nantucket Culinary Center, 22 Federal St. 1:30-3 PM Bridge Instruction At Saltmarsh Center Bob Sarvis will instruct beginner’s bridge for seniors.You must know the fundamentals of the game. Extra players may observe. Free. Saltmarsh Senior Center, 81 Washington St. Extension. Please call 508-228-4490 to sign up.

2-3 PM Ribbon Cutting With Perch Hello ACK! Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, along with Laurie O’Connell invite you to celebrate the opening of Veronica Beard & Perch.

Ribbon cutting at 2pm. Perch, 2 Harbor Square, Straight Wharf. RSVP to events@veronicabeard.com

2-3 PM Fifty Shades Of Fabulous:The Story Of Nantucket Walk See 10 AM 4/26 for details.

4-6 PM Épernay Sustainable Wines With “Flower Power” Tasting Are you stumped to know the difference between wines labeled organic, sustainable, biodynamic, or ecologically sound? Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie demonstrates the meaning of each certification with a selection of wines that have the power to make an impact on our world. Complimentary. RSVP online at flowerpowertasting.eventbrite.com. Épernay Wine & Spirits, 1 North Beach St. (corner of Easton). 508-228-2755. epernaywines.com 4-6 PM Current Vintage + Nantucket Wine & Food Festival Annual Daffodil Tasting Join CV and the NWF team for our 4th Annual Daffodil kick-off tasting! Toast the beginning of the season and the countdown to Nantucket Wine & Food Festival! Showcasing wines that will be featured at the 2019 NWF paired with artisanal cheeses including Vermont Creamery, aged Cabot & Kerrygold. We will have discount Wine Fest tickets, NWF posters & merchandise, and fabulous door prizes… Cheers to Daffodils! Current Vintage, 4 Easy St. currentvintage.com 5-7 PM AAN Gallery Opening Reception For “Primary Concerns” See 11 AM for details.

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6-8:30 PM The Flower Power Party Launch into Daffodil Festival with N Magazine and the Nantucket Historical Association; sponsored by Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, festive libations, photo booth, and prize for the best “blooming” outfit! Tickets at nha.org. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

6-8 PM Chandon In Bloom Daffodil Party Kick off your Daffodil Weekend right!

Visit Nantucket Culinary Center for a Chandon 'In Bloom' Daffodil Party and tasting featuring the Sweet Star Cocktail and specially crafted appetizers. Tastes will be paired with a variety of sparkling wines. Attendees must be 21. $75 per person. For more information, please e-mail joy@nantucketculinary.com.

Nantucket Culinary Center, 22 Federal St. nantucketculinary.com/classes/chandon4-26-19.

7-8:20 PM The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk Begun in 1998, the island's first (and oldest) Ghost Walk features 5 of the Town's most haunted locations. The Island's most popular walking tour ever, led by the original guide. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to starting time at TOP of Main Street in front of Pacific Bank. $20 / adults; $15 seniors (65+) and teens; $5 / kids 7-12. Under 7: FREE. 20% off groups of 6+. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Nantucket Walking Tours.

508-332-0953.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Daffy Picnics At Nantucket Culinary Each picnic basket contains a selection of salads, sides, drinks and desserts.

MUST ORDER BY 12 PM THURSDAY, 4/25! Pickup between 10 AM – 12 PM Saturday, 4/27. $150 / basket. Call 508-228-2665 to order or e-mail ashley@nantucketculinary.com. nantucketculinary.com/classes/daffypicnic2019. Nantucket Culinary Center, 22 Federal St., 1st fl.

8:30-9:25 Am Fabulous Mansions Of The Cliff & Brant Point Exercise Walk See 8:30 AM 4/26 for details.

9-11 AM Make A Daffodil Crown At Southern Tide Nantucket Join the Daffodil Festival in true festive fashion by creating your own Daffodil Flower Crown with Alice's Table! These are yours to wear all weekend long!

Guests will also enjoy sweet treats and exclusive store specials & free gifts offered by Southern Tide! Please sign up online at alicestable.com/events/daffodil-festival-flower-crown-event-at-southern-tide_1552061703 $65 per person.

Southern Tide, 34 Main St. nantucket@resortretailgroup.com.

9 AM – 5 PM Complimentary Daffodil Corsages At ACK 4170 ™ See 9 AM 4/26 for details.

8:45-10:05 PM The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk See 7 PM 4/26 for details.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 27 cont.

9:30 AM – 3 PM 45th Annual Chamber Daffodil Festival Weekend Antique Car Parade & Tailgate Picnic Presented by Cape Air / Nantucket Airlines,Visit Town early to view the beauteously bedecked vintage cars line up on Main Street. (Drivers are often garbed in themed costume!) Vote for your favorites.

“People’s Choice” ballots are available outside the Chamber office at Zero Main Street. Car staging begins at 9:30 AM. Parade, presented by Nantucket Storage Center, starts at 12 PM, following this route: right on Centre Street, right on Broad Street, right on South Water Street, and back up Main Street. Cars continue left on Orange Street and head out of Town, around the Rotary and out Milestone Road to ‘Sconset. Cars park along the right. All picnics are eligible to win ribbons.

508-228-1700. nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival 10-11 AM Daffy Dunlovely Flower Crown Workshop Looking for that final floral accessory to complete your Daffy outfit!? Well, we have you covered! Join us as we learn Design.

By the end of the class you'll have a beautiful crown just in time to stroll to Main Street and view the cars before scooting off to Sconset! All materials included and no experience necessary. Attendees are welcome to arrive at 9:45 AM to enjoy light bites and Mimosas. Ticket price includes: Daffy Mimosa bar, light bites and refreshments, and a Daffy Dunlovely swag bag. $90 per person / $75 islander rate (provide proof of Nantucket billing address). To purchase tickets, visit dunlovely.com/shop.

Nantucket Culinary Center, 2 Federal St. 2nd fl. 508-228-2665. nantucketculinary.com/classes/flower4-27-19.

10-11:30 AM Fifty Shades Of Fabulous: The Story Of Nantucket Walk See 10 AM, 4/26 for details.

10 AM-12 PM Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical Polkadots follows 8-year-old Lily Polkadot who just moved to the “Squares Only” small town of Rockaway. As the first Polkadot in an all Square school, Lily faces an almost impossible task of gaining acceptance from her peers. From daily bullying to segregated drinking fountains, Lily’s quest seems hopeless until she meets Sky, a shy Square boy whose curiosity for her unique polkadot skin blooms into an unexpected pal-ship.

Inspired by Civil Rights pioneers Ruby Bridges and The Little Rock Nine, Polkadots serves as a colorful history lesson for the world, reminding us that our differences make us awesome, not outcasts.

Nantucket Dreamland Theater, 17 South Water St. nantucketdreamland.org.

10 AM – 5 PM Freedman’s Annual Daffodil Sales Event See 10 AM 4/26 for details.

10 AM – 6 PM Gallery At Four India Spring Exhibition An exciting collection of fine contemporary art glass, paintings and sculptures. Discover 30 amazing masters of glass sculpture. 4 India Street above The Bean. gallerynantucket.com. gallerynantucket@gmail.com

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SATURDAY, APRIL 27 cont.

10:30 AM 45th Annual Chamber Daffodil Festival Children’s Parade Sponsored by ACK Eats, Barnaby’s Place, Nantucket Island Resorts and William Raveis Nantucket. Fun for children of all ages and their families! Decorate your bicycle, wagon, skateboard, baby carriage or other self-propelled vehicle with a Daffodil theme, or simply come decked out in your most inspired Daffy gear! Ribbons awarded to all participants. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult, and all children on bicycles MUST wear a helmet.

Staging begins at 10:15 AM at Children’s Beach bandstand, Harbor View Way. A Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce signature event. 508-228-1700. nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival 10:45 AM 45th Annual Chamber Daffodil Festival Hat Pageant Sponsored by J.W. Construction, Inc. Show off your creativity with a festively decorated, Daffodil-themed hat (elegant or goofy… it’s fabulous fun!) and join the Pageant! Open to men, women, and children. Ribbons awarded in adult and children’s categories. Starts immediately after Children’s Parade. Children’s Beach bandstand, Harbor View Way. A Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce signature event. 508-228-1700. nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival 11-11:30 AM NanPuppets At Children’s Beach Hosted by Nantucket Chamber of Commerce. Grab your picnic lunches, and head to Children’s Beach for an original performance of Lizza Obremski’s phenomenal NanPuppets to delight all ages. A Nantucket Chamber of Commerce signature event. 508-228-1700. nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival.

11 AM – 1 PM Épernay Daffodil Tailgating Alertnative Libations Tasting As if all the logistics of coordinating your signature tailgate party aren’t time-consuming enough, your beverage preparation is made easy with handy-dandy single serve beverages.

Sample a complimentary selection of drinks requiring no pre-game preparation, easy transport to the event, and minimal clean-up that leaves more time with friends! RSVP online to daffodiltailgatealternative.eventbrite.com.

Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 North Beach St. (corner of Easton). 508-228-2755.

11 AM – 5 PM AAN “Primary Concerns” Art Exhibition Artists Association of Nantucket Art exhibition featuring works with a dominant color scheme. Second exhibition upstairs titled “Shaped by Hand” features all 3-D works by local artist members. Artists Association, 19 Washington St. 508-228-0294.

12 – 1 PM Nantucket Music Center’s Drumline

Nantucket Music Center’s drumline will be performing at the top of Main Street.

This is a Nantucket Chamber of Commerce sponsored event. www.nantucketmusiccenter.org.

508.228.3352 12:30-1:30 PM 9th Annual Chamber Daffy Dog Parade Sponsored by Black Dog of Nantucket All friendly, leashed pooches are welcome to participate! (Daffy costumes & decoration strongly encouraged.)

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place prizes awarded;

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must be registered to win. Register from 10 AM-12 PM at the Federal & Main street corner table. Proceeds benefit Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals. Parade will be held at Children’s Beach. A signature event of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce. 508-228-1700. nantucketchamber.org/daffodilfestival 2-3:20 PM Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour Learn the forbidden history of Nantucket that no other tour dares to reveal! Delve into the dark world of opium dens, secret trysts, gigolos, con artists, hippie hysteria and a house of ill repute. Ages 13+. Gather 10 minutes prior to starting time at TOP of Main Street in front of Pacific Bank. $20 / adults; $15 / seniors (65+) and teens; $5 / kids 7-12; under 7 FREE. 20% off groups of 6+. Cash only.

No reservations necessary. Nantucket Walking Tours. 508-332-0953.

2-4 PM Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical See 10 AM 4/27 for details.

2-5 PM 5th Annual Daffodil Flower Show Sponsored by the Nantucket Garden Club.

Approved by the American Daffodil Society, the show features entry classes for horticulture, flower arrangements and photography. Exhibitors may bring their entries on Friday, April 26 from 12-6 PM and Saturday, April 27 from 7-9:30 AM. No late entries accepted.

The Show closes from 9:30 AM- 2 PM for judging. Free admission. Donations accepted for Daffodil Planting Fund for community projects. Free shuttle bus from Washington St. to Bartlett’s on Saturday only during show hours.

For information on identifying your

daffodils, visit daffodilusa.org. Helpful hints for exhibiting and a link to daffseek for identification can be found on the American Daffodil Society website. For details about the flower show, e-mail daffodil@nantucketgardenclub.org.

Schedule and entry rules can be downloaded from the Garden Club home page. Bartlett’s Farm, 22 Bartlett Farm Rd. 4-6 PM Épernay Craft Beer Tasting Are you confused by the different types of beer hops and their flavor profiles?

What is a West Coast versus East Coast brew? Enjoy a parade of small-batch, craft beers representing a variety of styles and learn which ones tickle your fancy at this complimentary hoppy mini-beer fest. RSVP online to breweriesonparade.eventbrite.com.

Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 North Beach St. 508-228-2755.

5-7 PM Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical See 10 AM 4/27 for details.

7-8:20 PM The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk See 7 PM 4/26 for details.

8-9:30 PM Kevin Flynn Stand-Up Comedy Stand-up Comedy with Kevin Flynn ONE NIGHT ONLY. Kevin Flynn returns to the stage with his “Nantucket Daffy” show! Nantucket legend Kevin Flynn takes a break from TV, radio, and nightclubs to return for an evening of standup comedy. Kevin Flynn is founder and executive director of the annual Nantucket Comedy Festival, which

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Trash doesn’t have to be messy.

Nantucket is committed to reducing waste & putting trash in its place.

Join us: Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 27 cont.

brings national headliner comics to Nantucket. White Heron Theatre, 5 N. Water Street (behind the Whaling Museum). whiteherontheatre.org.

Discover 30 amazing masters of glass sculpture. 4 India Street above The Bean. gallerynantucket.com. gallerynantucket@gmail.com

8:45-10:05 PM The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk See 8:45 PM 4/26 for details.

11 AM – 12:30 PM Conservation Foundation Community Winter Walk Series Explore the “Serengeti” with Ranger Allan Reinhard. Its undeniable visual similarity to the plains of eastern Africa inspired the name. This stunning 400 acres of scrub oak shrubland constitutes the southern portion of our largest property, the Middle Moors.

Reservations required. FREE. Visit nantucketconservation.org/activities/ winterwalks. Please call 508-228-2884 with questions. Directions will be mailed upon registration. info@nantucketconservation.org

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 8:30-9:25 AM Fabulous Mansions Of The Cliff & Brant Point Exercise Walk See 8:30 AM 4/26 for details.

9 AM – 5 PM Complimentary Daffodil Corsages At ACK 4170 ™ See 9 AM 4/26 for details.

10-11:30 AM Fifty Shades Of Fabulous:The Story Of Nantucket Walk See 10 AM 4/26 for details.

10 AM-12 PM Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical See 10 AM, 4/27 for details.

10 AM – 5 PM Freedman’s Annual Daffodil Sales Event See 10 AM 4/26 for details.

10 AM – 5 PM 45th Annual Daffodil Flower Show See 2-5 PM, 4/27 for details.

10 AM – 6 PM Gallery At Four India Spring Exhibition An exciting collection of fine contemporary art glass, paintings and sculptures.

11AM – 1PM Épernay Presents:Think Pink, Clink Pink, Drink Pink Not all rosé wines are created equally…

Luckily it doesn’t take a degree to discern the differences among them. Solve the mystery of pink wines with Chief Tasting Officer (aka Captain Rosé) Kirk Baker as he helps you to discover your very own rosé tasting super powers.

Complimentary. RSVP online to pinkpinkpink.eventbrite.com.

Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 North Beach St. (corner of Easton). 508-228-2755.

11 AM – 5 PM AAN “Primary Concerns” Art Exhibition Artists Association of Nantucket Art exhibition featuring works with a dominant color scheme. Second exhibition upstairs titled “Shaped by Hand” features all 3-D works by local artist members. Artists Association, 19 Washington St. 508-228-0294.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 28 cont.

2-4 PM Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical See 10 AM 4/27 for details.

3-4:25 PM Great Writers On Nantucket Walk Learn how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by this magical island on a 1/2-mile stroll along the cobblestone streets of historic Nantucket. Meet at Federal & India Streets outside the Atheneum fence 10 minutes prior to starting time.

Call 508-332-0953 for additional details. $20 /adults; $15 /seniors (65+) and teens;

$5 / kids 7-12; under 7: FREE. 20% off groups of 6+. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Nantucket Walking Tours. 508-332-0953.

4-6 PM Polkadots:The Cool Kids Musical See 10 AM 4/27 for details.

7-8:20 PM The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk See 8:45 PM 4/26 for details.

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ACK GIFT BAGS IS THE ISLANDS PREMIER GIFT BAG COMPANY. Cheers to Nantucket 2019 Daffodil Festival. We are kicking off this season in style with so many beautifully curated bags for your island guests, or event. Excited to be featuring new local island vendors, along with new jute and canvas bags.

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DAFFODIL WEEKEND SPECIAL

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April 26th-28th only, some restrictions may apply.

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Get Daffy!

Proudly hosting the 45th Annual Community Daffodil Flower Show approved by the American Daffodil Society Saturday, April 27th & Sunday, April 28th, 2019

Visit us for your complimentary Daffy Corsage!

While supplies last, with a $35. purchase! offering farm fresh produce, goods & services to our island community.

Bartlett's Farm, who's your farmer? open every day

33 Bartlett Farm Rd

www.bartlettsfarm.com

508.228.9403

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Freedman’s of Nantucket

This past summer Freedman’s designs appeared in Architectural Digest, Veranda and the New York Times.

Celebrating 40 Years in Nantucket 508.228.3291 dfreedman11@comcast.net 14 Centre Street, Nantucket MA 02554

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