Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 55, Issue #10, July 24 - 30, 2025 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

photo courtesy G.S. Hill

photo by Becky Zadroga

photo by Steve Tornovish

2024 photo contest entry by Shanna Perez of Valatie, NY

Pendants P Gold

Honoring Artist G.S. Hill

For nearly half a century, artist G. S. Hill has captured the essence and spirit of Nantucket in his paintings, documenting island life in beautifully textured and precise works that let viewers feel the wind in the sails and smell the salt air. His work is in exhibitions and collections around the world. And his contributions to our island extend far beyond his canvases.

This year, as the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) celebrates its 80th anniversary, the organization is honoring Hill with their Lifetime Achievement Award at a special dinner on July 31. He’s only the second artist in AAN’s history to receive this prestigious recognition.

“I'm overwhelmed: it’s the Artists Association’s 80th anniversary, and I’m 80 this year,” reflected Hill during a recent interview. The lifetime achievement award came as a surprise to this modest artist. “I feel so honored,” he said simply,

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Inspired by Sea & Sky

by Suzanne Daub

In her waterfront studio on Easy Street, Nantucket, jewelry designer Susan Lister Locke transforms precious metals and gemstones into timeless pieces that capture the eternal beauty of the sea and sky and reflect the stories of those who wear them. In her gem-lined playground, she makes jewelry to be worn, loved, and lived in.

“My inspiration is the ocean and the sky and the gems...I’ve lived by the ocean my entire life, and every day the sky is different—fierce or mellow, cloudless, colorful, it’s ever-changing,” she explained during a recent interview. Nantucket-born and now worn globally, this talented designer marries rich color with bold texture, transforming gold, precious and semi-precious stones, and pearls into pieces inspired by nature, meaningful moments, and the people

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Swim to Fight Cancer

by James Meehan

This Saturday, July 26, island resident Natalie Thompson will put on her familiar Swim Across America - Nantucket swim cap and dive off Jetties Beach into Nantucket Sound for a four-mile open-water course, all to make waves to fight cancer. Thompson has been a participant of the Swim Across AmericaNantucket swim every year since the swim started in 2013. She has worked every job at the swim: setup crew, safety kayaker, “angel” swimmer, and, for the past five events, she has been a four-mile swimmer. This year’s swim is different though, and Natalie’s strokes will carry a deeper weight. This year Natalie swims in memory of her father, who passed away from stage 4 renal cancer in June 2024. She also swims in gratitude for the health of her wife Cassie, who also battled cancer with a diagnosis of ocular melanoma in 2019.

Natalie first joined Swim Across America - Nantucket to honor her grandmother, who fought breast cancer. As the years went by, Natalie remained involved, not just because she loved to swim, but because cancer hit too close to home with Cassie’s and then her dad’s diagnosis.

“June 2019 changed why I swim for the rest of my life. My wife was diagnosed with ocular melanoma at 33-years-old. We had two young boys at the time, and suddenly, we were facing cancer head-on,” shared Natalie. “Eight hours after Cassie was first diagnosed we attended a Swim Across America event, and I knew we had a support system like no other. No one at the event knew of her diagnosis, but I left having hope that we would make it through it all. That was the first summer I participated in the 4-mile swim, and it was even more impactful having my wife as my kayaker.”

Natalie also noted that, “Having Swim Across America – Nantucket gear or wearing a Swim Across America t-shirt is a badge of honor on this island. We swim for our family, friends, and neighbors we see every day, so we can make their fight easier. My dad’s chemotherapy infusions and Cassie’s follow-up care were able to be done on-island because of money this event raises. Four-miles in the water is the least I can do to keep that lifeline open.”

The July 26 swim marks the 13th annual swim for Swim Across America –Nantucket. Swim options range from a fun Kids Splash for ages six to 11, to quarter-, half-, and one-mile swims, a two-by-two-mile relay, and the headline four-mile swim. A virtual “SAA My Way” option lets supporters participate virtually from anywhere in the world. Proceeds fund oncology services at Nantucket Cottage Hospital and Palliative and Supportive Care of Nantucket, and support glioblastoma research at Mass General Cancer Center in Boston: programs that allow many patients to stay close to home while receiving worldclass treatment. Since 2013, Swim Across America - Nantucket has raised more than $5.5 million for its local beneficiaries—money that is raised locally stays local.

NANTUCKET

WALKING TOURS

Providing Quality Tours Since 1998 NANTUCKET

HGHOST WALK

Voted “Best Walking Tour on Nantucket” 3 years in a row! The most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket!

The Town Route: An eerie, 80 min, 1 mile evening stroll featuring the most haunted restaurant and most haunted house on Nantucket. Monday-Friday nights starting at 8pm. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early at Centre and Main (top of Main) in front of the bank.

NANTUCKET IN BLOOM

A 2 mile morning exercise walk - with historic commentary - past the historic mansions and breathtaking gardens of Nantucket town. Meets at 8:20am at the corner of Centre and Main Sts. (beside the bank steps) for an 8:30am departure. Friday July 25th, Monday July 28th, Friday, August 1st.

HISTORIC MANSIONS OF THE WHALING ERA

A 45-50 minute, 1 1/2 mile morning exercise walk - with historic commentary - up to the 1746 Windmill, past the historic mansions, and back into town. Please arrive at 8:20am at Centre and Main beside the bank steps for an 8:30am departure. Wednesday, July 30th.

PRICES FOR ALL TOURS:

$25 for adults (20-64)

$20 for seniors (65+)

$15 for teens

$10 for kids 6-12; under 6 free CASH ONLY. NO RESERVATIONS NECESSARY.

774.325.8972 whjamieson@gmail.com

Natalie Thompson dives in to swim 4-Miles at Swim Across America – Nantucket July 26 Open Water Swim, honoring late father and supporting island cancer care.

Photo by Becky Zadroga

THURSDAY, JULY 24

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com.

Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800s during the Whaling Era, & see remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book at nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 1 PM - Seafarer Thursdays at the Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum

Today’s family activities focus on water & sailing skills,: cork boat building, knot tying, sea shanties, life jacket evolution, & buoyancy. Join staff at Nantucket Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum at 158 Polpis Rd. for this fun learning experience included with museum admission. EganMaritime.org/museum.

10 AM to 1 PM - Drop-in Transcription Time with Nantucket Historical Assn.

Join fellow volunteers in a social setting: a research associate will be available to assist. Current projects include 19th-century letters, Obed Macy’s journals, & whaling log books. At the Research Library, 7 Fair Street. nha.org

10 AM to 5 PM - AAN Group Show opens in Federal Gallery

View a variety of works by artist members of the Artists Association of Nantucket in their new Federal Gallery. Opening Reception on Aug. 1; show to Aug. 4.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Oldest House Kitchen Garden

Family programming in the Discovery Center: Learn how people preserved & cooked their food in the 17th century. Using dried beans & seeds, create a work of art in clay. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm 10:30 to 11:30 AM - En Plein Air with Nikoline Bohr

Capture the beauty of Nantucket in this outdoor painting & drawing class. Learn plein air techniques while sketching beaches, gardens, and historic scenes perfect

for beginners & experienced artists. Pre-registration required: MariaMitchell.org

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

Walk through Nantucket town with an NHA Museum Guide & hear the story of the rise and fall of whaling, the beginnings of tourism, and social & racial development on-island. Again at 1:30pm Rain or shine. Tickets at nha.org.

11 AM - Pick Your Own Veggies Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

A guided tour of Bartlett’s Farm produce fields to see what’s fresh and in-season. Stop at key spots, fill a provided bag with farm-fresh veggies, and enjoy the best of the harvest. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. Tickets: BartlettsFarm.com

11 AM - Harry Potter Palooza with Barnaby’s Nantucket

This new Barnaby’s class is for all Harry Potter lovers! Your child will design and create Mandrakes, Wands, Golden Snitches, and enjoy a mug of “Butter Beer!” $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

A story, a live animal introduction, & a hands-on activity. Held at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org; walk-ins welcome if space allows. mariamitchell.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

Join friendly & knowledgeable guides for a 75-min. tour of historic sites in Nantucket Town, Sconset, & more. See The Oldest House, The Windmill, Sconset Village, Sankaty Head Lighthouse & more. Tours daily at 11:15, 1, & 2:45. Tickets $45. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com or at 508-228-0334.

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

Relax on a narrated tour of the inner harbor while you enjoy ice cream with friends & family. Departs again at 1, 2:15, & 4 pm. One-hour; daily cruises. Call 508-2287037 or book online nantucketbywater.com.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

Visit historic sites in Town and the Village of Madaket. Also enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm & at Cisco Brewers where you can enjoy libations & food vendors. The experience lasts about 2-1/2 hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

Pioneers Species You Don’t Want Colonizing

by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois, PhD Director of Research & Conservation at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation

In our society we tend to idealize and idolize pioneers. Think of those intrepid travelers who went west in the mid-1800s. Or those who explored somewhere for the first time. It takes a certain character to be the first to do something: not only spunk, but grit and determination. If you’re the first to settle in a new area, you have to figure out space, resources, safety. How are you going to survive? We admire these qualities in people who start from scratch, find new territory, put a flag on the moon.

But what about plants?

Pioneer species are typically organisms that are the first to colonize or utilize an area after a disturbance. Think of the first plants to spring up after a hurricane, a tornado, or a burn that sweeps through a forest. Pioneer species, in terms of plants, are the first to colonize barren or disturbed environments, paving the way for the establishment of other species in ecological succession. They are crucial for initiating soil development and creating a more habitable environment for later successional species. It’s a chance for new growth—a resetting of the ecological calendar.

I’ve been thinking about this a lot since the recent construction at the Polpis Road-Milestone intersection. I drive by there frequently between dog walks and trips to Moors End Farm. In the 2 months or so since construction ended, the bike path/road edge had changed from loose dirt to a lush green: amazing given our current drought conditions!

But what is this green? Pioneer species! The most prominent of which is a plant that is actually much reviled: Datura stramonium or Bittersweet Nightshade.

Datura stramonium is the Latin name for a plant that goes by many aliases. Someone once told me that anything with a lot of common names has been used for lots of things by lots of people. That is certainly the case for our Datura or jimsonweed, as it is commonly called in our region. It is believed to have originated in the Americas, but is now found around the world. Common names for Datura stramonium vary by region and include thornapple, moon flower, hell’s bells, devil’s trumpet, devil’s weed, tolguacha, Jamestown weed, stinkweed, lo-

coweed, pricklyburr, false castor oil plant, and devil’s cucumber. For now, I will refer to it as jimsonweed.

Jimsonweed is a member of the nightshade family (Solanaceae), the same family as tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes, tobacco, and peppers, among others. It is highly variable in looks, as if it morphs to suit its surrounding or perhaps to be in disguise. The stem is stout, erect, leafy, smooth, and pale yellow-green to reddish purple in color. The stem forks off repeatedly into branches and each fork forms a leaf and a single, erect flower. The leaves are smooth and toothed, sometimes undulating, sometimes lobed. The upper surface of the leaves is a darker green, and the bottom is a light green. There is enough variability in the leaves that they have sometimes thought to have been different species only to prove themselves to all be Datura stramonium

Datura generally flowers throughout the summer, so you’ll see it now. The fragrant flowers are trumpet-shaped and white to creamy or violet. During the day, the flowers are sort of rolled up. The flowers open at night (hence the name “moon flower”), emitting a pleasant fragrance, and are fed upon by nocturnal moths, specifically Sphinx moths. Don’t be fooled by the fragrant flower, though. When crushed, the leaves are stinky: smelling sort of like feet. This is a deterrent for most animals, which is why there is little herbivory of this plant.

Flowers are followed by rounded fruits that are walnut-sized capsules covered with sharp spines at maturity. The capsules split open when ripe to release the numerous flattened tan or brown seeds that are similar in appearance to the seeds of a bell pepper. The plants tend to self-seed and can become invasive. The seeds remain viable in the soil for years.

All of this sounds pleasant or at least benign so far. But not only is this plant not native and invasive in some areas, it is also quite toxic. And like many things that are actually poisonous, it also has medicinal uses.

All parts of Datura plants contain dangerous levels of the tropane alkaloids,

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August Is for Blues

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

Heather Unruh has won a lot of awards over the years. Four Emmy awards for her journalism and the Clarion Award for women in communication. How about the Gracie Allen Award from the group American Women in Radio and Television? Yup, she won that as well. But which award is displayed prominently in the family room of her Nantucket home, you ask? Of course it’s her first place framed August Blues—Nantucket Champion print that she won last year.

“It is my absolute favorite! Walking up to get it at the awards ceremony in front of all of those anglers—it was a little scary!” Can’t fool me, Heather: you don’t scare easily. And you absolutely crushed the competition last tournament. Heather Unruh was dominant in the boat fishing division in a way much like Mike Tyson was dominant in the heavyweight division from 1985 to 1990. She knocked out the other anglers and won both the Triple Strike boat prize and the largest boat-caught bluefish. Her closest competitor in both categories was her husband, Hal Beacham. Heather was unstoppable. Her 38-inch bluefish was the biggest entry in the competition by far.

“When I pulled in the 38-inch blue, we turned on the music and danced! I had read an article where a commercial fishing guy had said that he could bring his clients out fishing and it could be anybody’s tournament. It put some fear in me. We fished until the very end!”

I asked Heather if she was ready to defend her title. “I had shoulder surgery four months ago. A total clean-out. It hurt! The recovery time ends right around the tournament start date. I’m channeling all my energy for this!” I sure wouldn’t bet against Heather repeating as champion. Hal could certainly sneak into contention. After all, Hal finished second in last year’s boating division. “It was a team thing. One drives, one fishes. Hal had an uncanny ability to put me in the right spot. But there’s so much more to this than a fishing tournament.”

Heather is so right. The August Blues tournament, coming into its third year, honors our own August “Augie” Chotkowski, a young man who’s fought the battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy for all of his 29 years. The emphasis is always on the fun in this tournament, but the cause that gave rise to it is very serious. Proceeds from the August Blues tournament help fund Parents Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD). From parentprojectmd.org: “Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy fights to end Duchenne. We accelerate research, raise our voices to impact policy, demand optimal care for every single family, and strive to ensure access to approved therapies.”

So let’s discuss the awesome framed fish print that the tournament winners take home. The prints are created by Nantucket artist Peter Van Dingstee, who uses the Japanese style of Gyotaku. That’s the art where actual fish are used to create images on delicate rice paper. Per Pete’s website: “Gyo translates to ‘fish’ and ‘taku means ‘stone rubbing’ in Japanese.” They’re unique, they’re beautiful, and they’re worthy of a place of prominence for the champion who receives one. Peter is all in for August Blues. “I first met Greg (Dr. Greg Chotkowski) and Augie back when I was running the soda fountain on Main Street. Augie and his sister (Honor) used to come in. Over the years, I’ve seen the physical decline in Augie but there’s been no decline in his spirit!” Peter understands physical challenges and is all about supporting those who face difficult battles. “I’ve had two heart attacks and have been on five MedFlights out of here. I’m still blessed to

Free Workshop with Printmaker Bee Shay

Stitching in the company of others is relaxing, and the process becomes a natural meditation, contributing to one’s well-being.

The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is hosting free workshops on Stitching a Meditation Journal with Bee Shay for adults.

Drop-in classes are held at AAN’s Visual Arts Center at 24 Amelia Drive from 6:30-8:30 pm on Tuesday evenings through August 19. Materials are provided, although participants are invited to bring in any additional materials they would like to use or incorporate into their work. Participants may attend a single session or every week.

No stitching experience is necessary to take the workshop. Using recycled textiles, students will create a journal, and then utilize various materials, including found objects such as beads, buttons, trims, and lace in their journals. Bee will teach diverse stitching techniques, both traditional (Kantha, boro, and embroidery) as well as nontraditional contemporary methods, as well as techniques and treatments to change the fabric of the pages themselves both before and after being bound.

Bee Shay has been a printmaker for more than 30 years and has been a longstanding member, instructor and board member of the Nature Printing Society, an international non-profit group whose mission is to teach the love and respect of the natural world through art, with outreach programs into public and private schools and groups all over the world. She is a nationally recognized instructor who decided to stop traveling to focus on her island community.

“Bee is a knowledgeable, talented, and generous teacher, and we are excited to be able to provide this special class to the Nantucket community free of charge, ” commented AAN Education Director Elizabeth Buccino.

Discover Upstairs at 4 India Street Mon-Sat 10a-5p & Sundays 12-4p thegallerynantucket.com 508-228-8509 • @thegallerynantucket

Events & Entertainment

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12:45 PM - Linda Loring Nature Foundation Hike with Nantucket Walkabout LLNF’s publicly accessible property has easy trails thru sandplain grasslands, coastal shrublands, & along the North Head of Long Pond in sight of an active osprey nest. 110 Eel Point Road. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D) are certified therapy dogs trained to be good listeners. This is a fun, relaxed, nonjudgmental way to become more confident & enjoy reading. Registration required at NantucketAtheneum.org.

3 to 4 PM - Free Children’s Chess Club for Grades 2 to 6

All skill levels are welcome to learn the basics or challenge friends to a game. Hosted by Teen Advisory Board volunteers. Bring your own board or use one of ours. No registration required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

3 PM - Sconset Tour with Nantucket Preservation Trust

Join NPT Executive Director Mary Bergman, who shares her knowledge of this unique fishing settlement at the eastern edge of the island. The tour focuses on early “whalehouses” & the village’s boom as a seaside resort + actors colony at the end of the 1800s. Tickets: nantucketpreservation.org/events/walking-tour/

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” Guide to Nantucket: The Blue Book. Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, the tour highlights Elin’s favorite shops, restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels. Tickets $100. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Wim Tapley & The Cannons at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - The Maria Mitchell Association 2025 Stargazer Gala Saddle up for a Wild West night at MM Ranch, featuring fireside food, ranch cocktails, stargazing, & live country music by the Ben Allen Band. All proceeds support science education on Nantucket. Tickets: ayoung@mariamitchell.org 508-2289198 Mariamitchell.org/the-stargazer-gala

6 PM - TGIT for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Thank God It’s Thursday! Parents get a night out while we entertain your kids, who will make 2 different projects: slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, or clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, + drinks incl. $95: register at BarnabysWorld.com.

6 to 7 PM - ELL Beginner & Intermediate English Class

Learn basic conversation or improve English skills. Class in English; details: 508228-1110 x113. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Nobles Nantucket Summer Gathering

The Nobles Community is invited to join Head of School Cathy Hall for a 21+ summer gathering in The Club Car, 1 Main Street. Cocktails, conversation, & hearty hors d’oeuvres.

6 to 7 PM - Author Talk:“The Haves and Have-Yachts”

The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos will discuss his “dispatches on the ultra-rich” — the result of 8 years reporting on wealth & class in America — with Michael Schulder, creator & host of Wavemaker Conversations. Book Signing to follow. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Nothing beats a Nantucket Sunset. Grab your favorite beverages & snacks and c’mon aboard for one of the best shows in town! Departure time will vary with sunset. Call 508-228-7037 or book online nantucketbywater.com

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile stroll in the historic district to 5 of the island’s most haunted spots. $25; $20 seniors(65+); teens: $15; ages 6-12:$10. Cash only. Meet 15 min. early at Main & Centre sts. by bank steps. Reservations not needed. 774-325-8972

8:30 to 9:30 PM - Night at the Aquarium for Ages 5+

Join MMA aquarists for an after-hours adventure at the MMA Aquarium. Discover how sea creatures adapt to the night with cool traits like night vision & half-brain sleep. Meet animal ambassadors, & explore the aquarium after dark. Pre-registration requiredat MariaMitchell.org

10 to 11:59 PM - Live Music with Local Notes Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

FRIDAY, JULY 25

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8:30 AM - Nantucket in Bloom Walking Tour

1-1/2 mile, morning exercise walk with historic commentary past beautiful houses & enchanting gardens of historic Nantucket. Tour gathers 10 min early at Main &

Centre sts, in front of bank. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. whjamieson@gmail.com

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

Spend a morning in the certified organic flower fields at Bartlett’s Farm, picking your own blooms & creating lasting memories with family. We provide clippers & guidance to help you craft a perfect bouquet. Senior & youth pricing available. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-228-9403 BartlettsFarm.com. Second tour at 10:30 AM

8:30 to 10 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Ages 10+

Discover the sea creatures of Nantucket Harbor as you help collect, identify, and release marine life using a seine net. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

A rare chance to see gorgeous, unique habitats: salt marshes, beaches, forests, & the wildlife that inhabits them. Tour lasts about 2 hours: memories of this wild beauty last a lifetime. Tickets: thetrustees.org/content/coskata-coatue-faqs/#tour Tours Depart at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at MariaMitchell.org

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:30 AM - Unicorn or Dinosaur Habitats. With Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 3+

This class offers endless creativity allowing your child to choose from a variety of materials to plan and design a special home and environment for their Unicorn! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 10:45 AM - Free Nanpuppets Show at the Shipwreck Museum

Join Lizza & her puppets on beautiful museum grounds for a fun show for all ages. Bring picnic blankets to sit on the grass to enjoy the program. *Museum admission is not included in this free program. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org

10 to 11:30 AM - Free Guided Nature Walks at LLNF - Nantucket BioBlitz

Join Dr. Bois for a guided walk along the Linda Loring Nature Foundation’s scenic trails, exploring sandplain grasslands, coastal heathlands, & views of Long Pond. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

10 AM to 5 PM - Watermarks: Permanent Collection Exhibit

in the Artists Association of Nantucket Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf. Reception July 25 from 5 to 7 pm. Exhibit continues to August 3.

10 AM to 5:30 PM - Anne Marie Bratton Exhibit Opens

See the fabulous new work of photo-real artist and AAN 2024 Gala Honoree Anne Marie Bratton in the Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street. Exhibit continues through August 6. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

10:15 to 10:45 AM - Hands-On-History featuring Magic Mark

Enjoy a show with Magic Mark at the Whaling Museum’s Discovery Center, featuring music, comedy, & sleight of hand, followed by a fun hands-on craft. Included with museum admission. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 AM - Free Friday Fundays

Weekly arts and crafts for children of all ages. Family-friendly events and activities, all season long. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Kids will explore sculpting techniques and paint their own ceramic pieces, making bowls, summer ornaments, and more hands-on treasures. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Tall Ship Lynx

Enjoy a lovely day on the water standing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx. TallShipLynx.org

1 to 5 PM - Christmas in July Pop-Up at Nantucket Looms

Don’t miss the 2-day introduction of new additions to the Nantucket Series: Santa & Reindeer by Vaillancourt in Nantucket Looms on Main Street. Collectors may purchase Premier Numbers of these new 2025 designs, starting with #1. Plus se-

lect favorites from past years and some retired chalkware pieces. Again on July 26 from 10 am to 3 pm.

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands with pitch pine forests & a cattail-choked inlet with a small walkway. Hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Book at 508-422-7466 or at WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza for Age 4+

Discover what insects & small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket with MMA Natural Science Museum staff. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

2 to 3:30 PM - Free Hands-On Lifesaving Demos at Shipwreck & Live Saving Museum

Drop by for interactive demonstrations of historic life saving methods: visitors can try using equipment to rescue our mascot, Marshall, with the breeches buoy. Enjoy coloring activities or picnic by the beautiful Folgers Marsh. 158 Polpis Road

4 PM - Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

This class will focus on designing & creating miniature elements that come together to build a child’s very own special, little world using mixed media, recycled, and raw materials. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Mor Wine Weekly Wine Tasting

Find your next favorite bottle or try something new! Enjoy a sip while you browse Commonwealth’s fabulous resale collection. Mor Wine, 16 Federal Street.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Wim Tapley & The Cannons at at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5 to 7 PM - Watermarks: Permanent Collection Exhibition Reception

Celebrate our 80th Anniversary with this special exhibition showcasing pieces from the AAN Permanent Collection. Light bites & refreshments. Free to attend. In Artists Association of Nantucket’s Big Gallery, 12 Straight Wharf. nantucketarts.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - TGIF for Kids! with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

Thank god it’s Friday! Parents get a night out while we entertain your kids! Kids do 2 projects: making Slime, beading, Fairy Houses or make Nantucket T-Shirt or Baseball Cap! Snacks, pizza, and drinks included! $95: register at barnabysworld.com.

6 to 7 PM - Community Discussion: Geotubes, Erosion & Coastal Resilience

A community conversation in the Atheneum’s Great Hall with Sconset Beach Preservation Fund to discuss coastal resilience solutions to protect our bluffs & beaches from erosion. NantucketAtheneum.org Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St.

6 to 8 PM - Downtown Art Show Opening Reception

Opening reception in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, for a show featuring works by Whitney Kreb and by Julija Mostykanova. Show continues through August 6. Opening reception sponsored by Lion and Unicorn Auction House, Bonnie Roseman, specialist. Celebrating their 15th year: RobertFosterFineArt.com

6 to 8 PM - Teen Game Night for Age 13+

Teens & tweens are invited to play a selection of Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party & more. Games rotate & are first-come, first-served. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure changes with sunset.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7 to 8:30 PM - Buyer & Cellar presented in Nantucket Performing Arts Center

This award-winning solo comedy follows struggling actor Alex More, who lands a bizarre job in a superstar’s Malibu basement. Hilarious & heartfelt, Buyer & Cellar explores fame, fantasy, and the quirks of celebrity life. Tickets at 508-228-4305 or at theatrenantucket.org. In Bennett Hall, Centre Street

7:30 to 9:30 PM - LGBTQ+ Group

An unstructured, supportive environment for anyone identifying as LGBTQ+ to come together for mutual support and to build community. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 PM - Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Chelsea Cutler Chelsea Cutler & her band live in The Dreamland. This unforgettable show will sell out, so grab your seats while you can at NantucketDreamland.org.

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

8 to 10 PM - Live Music with Sean Lee

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

9 to 9:45 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at MMA’s Loines Observatory

View the night sky through telescopes guided by MMA astronomers and learn about current research, weather permitting. For teens & adults, with children welcome with an adult. Register at MariaMitchell.org. Program repeats at 10pm.

10 PM - Friday Night Karaoke

Join the fun & sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. TheRoseAndCrown.com

SATURDAY, JULY 26

6:30 AM - Swim Across America: Nantucket 2025

Register & check in at Jetties Beach until 7:30 am, then swimmer safety talk, opening ceremony 1/4-mile swim at 8:17 am; Kids’ Splash at 8:20 am; Rolling Swim

Start begins at 8:25 am. swimacrossamerica.org/site/TR/OpenWater/Nantucket

8 AM - ACK Clean Team

Help clean up various parts of Nantucket. Supplies provided, including grabbers. We just need you. Meet at The Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St. Outside of Town meet: Madaket Beach - meet 200 yards past Millie’s Restaurant.

8 to 10 AM - Morning Breeze & Breakfast Treats Aboard the Tall Ship Lynx

Set sail aboard the historic Tall Ship Lynx for a family-friendly morning adventure! Enjoy breakfast treats, take in stunning harbor views, and experience the thrill of sailing a classic privateer. Kids: $65 ~ Adults: $125 Tickets at 508-228-2505 or at EganMaritime.org

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

8:30 AM - Historic Whaling Era Mansions and the 1746 Windmill

1-3/4 mile, 50-minute morning exercise walk with historic commentary past beautiful whaling-era mansions, out to America’s Oldest Windmill, and back into town. Led by the 3-Time runner-up in the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Centre & Main, by the bank steps. 10 min early. No reservations necessary ~ whjamieson@gmail.com

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required at MariaMitchell.org

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:15 to 10 AM - Marine Storytime - Ages 3+

A marine-themed story, a live animal introduction, & a related activity. Held at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington Street. Pre-registration encouraged at MariaMitchell.org; walk-ins welcome if space allows.

9:30 AM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all Ages

Get ready for mess-filled fun as your child creates “Slime Sundaes” with sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, and more! Plus, they’ll learn the science behind slime while we handle the cleanup $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

9:30 AM to 4 PM - Grab & Go Bag: Colorful Masks

Get creative with a mask template- color and design your mask with some fun supplies, while supplies last. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11 AM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

10 AM to 3 PM - Christmas in July Pop-Up at Nantucket Looms

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Whitney Kreb & Julija Mostykanova

See elegant seaside works by island artist Whitney Kreb & Nantucket abstracts by island painter Julija Mostykanova in Robert Foster Fine Art at 8 India Street, celebrating it’s 15th year. Show continues through August 6. Robertfosterfineart.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Watermarks: Permanent Collection Exhibit in the Artists Association of Nantucket Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf. Reception July 25 from 5 to 7 pm. Exhibit continues to August 3.

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Morgan Pager

Meet the author of The Art of Vanishing at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

10:30 AM to 1 PM - Nantucket By Water Oyster Tours

Tour a working Oyster Farm and learn what goes into growing the perfect Nantucket Oyster. Call 508-228-7037 or at nantucketbywater.com Tour again at 1 pm.

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Pick Your Own Veggies Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

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“it was unexpected.”

Hill's Lifetime Achievement Award honors not just his artistic excellence, but also his unwavering commitment to giving back to Nantucket. His volunteer work spans decades and has touched countless lives, particularly children. Every July 4th celebration on Nantucket, you’ll find him face-painting for youngsters, transforming small faces into works of art. He has also taught art to children, and he consistently volunteers his time at the August Boston Pops on Nantucket concerts that benefit Nantucket Cottage Hospital.

G.S. Hill is one of the island’s most generous donors of artwork for charitable causes. His paintings have raised tens of thousands of dollars a year for an impressive array of Nantucket organizations, including the Garden Club, Nantucket Cottage Hospital, Nantucket High School, The Homestead, Small Friends on Nantucket, the Nantucket Book Foundation, PASCON's Dreamcatcher Auction, and MedFlight. His contributions extend to the AAN Gala, Nantucket Wine Festival, December Delight, the Grand Slam Tournament for Cystic Fibrosis, NiSHA, Nantucket Golf Club, The Lighthouse School, and the Nantucket Historical Association's Baskets & Bubbly and Festival of Wreaths events.

Greg and Judi Hills’ connection to Nantucket began on a fog-shrouded night in 1978, when they first arrived on a late ferry. After settling in at the Jared Coffin House, they took a walk to the end of the wharf, where they discovered The Harbour Gallery “lit up with one of Greg's paintings in the window—a painting of a ship coming out of the fog.” They looked at each other and said, “wouldn't it be great someday to have a gallery here?... we had no clue [during that visit] that we’d own the gallery the next year.”

Reflecting on his long relationship with Nantucket, Hill expressed amazement at the passage of time: “"I can’t believe we’ve been on-island for 46 years! Nantucket has been so good to us, so we try to give back,” he commented.

As an artist, he’s drawn to the sea and the island’s light, early morning or late at night, and misty days. “I love painting on the wharves…the skyline…I never get tired of painting Nantucket.”

Events & Entertainment

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AM - Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Kids decorate a bag of their choice with patches; they’ll also make a beading chain to attach to their special Nantucket bag. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM - Nanpuppets with Lizza at Children’s Beach

Free puppet show that little ones will love. This is one of the family-friendly events presented by the Town of Nantucket at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way. 11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

Spark your child’s curiosity with a story, a live animal introduction, & a hands-on activity. Held at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk Street. Pre-register at mariamitchell.org; walk-ins welcome if space allows. mariamitchell.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Lynx

Enjoy a lovely day on the water sailing on a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest hourly and most affordable sailing event you can do. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx. Tickets at TallShipLynx.org

1 to 4 PM - 50th Annual NISDA Sandcastle and Sculpture Contest

A fun afternoon of creativity at Jetties Beach. Build anything from mermaids to masterpieces on Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road, and enjoy a chance to win a ribbon. Registration at nisda.org/sandcastle-contest-nantucket Raindate: July 27

2:45 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Book at WalkNantucket.com

4 PM - Getting Slime-y! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for all ages

Kids make a batch of slime while learning about measurements & the true science behind slime making.Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Steve Rondo at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 7 PM - Insight Series with Michael Posner

Join Michael Posner and Michael Schulder for a conversation on business and human rights, featuring stories from Conscience Incorporated. Tickets $25 at NantucketAtheneum.org, includes lecture + book signing.

5:30 to 8 PM - Dragonﬂy Nantucket Fundraiser

This 8th annual fundraiser to benefit services for mental health on Nantucket will be held in Great Harbor Yacht Club. Tickets at dragonflynantucket.org ~ The beneficiary for this 2025 event is Fairwinds Nantucket, Nantucket’s Behavioral Health Center providing confidential, quality professional care to adults & youth on-island who seek mental health & addiction services: fairwindscenter.org

6 PM - TGIS for Kids! with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

Thank goodness it’s Saturday! Parents get a night out while we entertain your kids, who will make 2 different projects: slime, creating wood art, beading, painting, or clay, & more! Snacks, pizza, + drinks incl. $95: register at BarnabysWorld.com.

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Jacob Butler

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:15 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. Book at WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 PM - John Waters: The Naked Truth (A One-Man Show)

Join legendary filmmaker John Waters at The Dreamland for his one-man show The Naked Truth, presented with Musack and hosted by Donick Cary. A limited number of VIP tickets include front-section seating, a signed poster, post-show Q&A, and a photo with John. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7 to 8:30 PM - Buyer & Cellar presented in Nantucket Performing Arts Center

at theatrenantucket.org. In Bennett Hall, Centre Street

8 to 10 PM - Live Music with Sean Lee

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

10 PM - Karaoke at The Rose & Crown

Join the fun and sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-2282595 TheRoseAndCrown.com

SUNDAY, JULY 27

7:45 to 10 AM - Nantucket Bird Walk with Ginger Andrews for Age 8+

Join local bird guide & columnist Ginger Andrews for a morning walk exploring Nantucket’s diverse bird habitats. Enjoy sharp wit, island history, and bird sightings. Children must be with an adult. Binoculars available: dress for the weather. Preregistration required at MariaMitchell.org.

8 AM Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands. It’s like exploring Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah from Star Wars. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 5084227466

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or book at nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 5 PM - AAN Group Show opens in Federal Gallery

View a variety of works by artist members of the Artists Association of Nantucket in their new Federal Gallery.

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 AM - Slime Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Kids make a batch of slime using color changing pigments to color it and a variety of add-ins from sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, &more! Your child will learn the true science behind Slime. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

10:30 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Doreen Burliss

Meet the author of Blame it on Nantucket at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

12 to 3 PM - Live Music by Miss Fairchild at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

1 to 4 PM - Free Nantucket Car Show

Rev up for the 3rd Annual Nantucket Car Show. Enjoy an afternoon of classic, import, muscle, and motorcycle showcases, plus food trucks, live music, and games. Held behind Nantucket Elementary School.

2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Get a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

3 to 6 PM - Live Music by Steve Rondo at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

4 PM - Dreamland Conversations: The Wall Street Journal’s editor in chief Emma Tucker

A Conversations event featuring Emma Tucker, editor in chief of The Wall Street Journal, in a wide-ranging discussion with Nantucket Magazine publisher Bruce Percelay. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. Book at WalkNantucket.com

Events & Entertainment

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6 PM - Children’s Beach Bandstand Concert: Susan Berman & Ray Saunders

Free live concert at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way; bring a blanket or chair. Presented by the Town of Nantucket

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Julia Newman

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

MONDAY, JULY 28

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 AM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

8:30 AM - Nantucket in Bloom Walking Tour

1-1/2 mile, morning exercise walk with historic commentary past beautiful houses & enchanting gardens of historic Nantucket. Tour gathers 10 min early at Main & Centre sts, in front of bank. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. whjamieson@gmail.com

8:30 to 10 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Ages 10+

Discover the sea creatures of Nantucket Harbor as you help collect, identify, and release marine life using a seine net. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required Registration Required.

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9 AM to 1 PM - Sailor’s Valentine with Sandi Blanda

In this 4-day workshop, create a traditional sailors’ valentine like those treasured by Nantucket whalemen from a handcrafted mahogany box + colorful shells. All tools and materials provided. Stay after class to continue working: bring a lunch! Register for this NHA Decorative Arts Class at nha.org

9:30 AM - Creative Collage with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

During this class, our Barnaby’s minis will discover, explore, & create using a variety of mixed media materials from drawing, painting, to collage, creating takehome works of art. Register at barnabysworld.com.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Mondays with Magic Mark

Join us at Children’s Beach this summer for free, family-friendly events and activities presented by the Town of Nantucket at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM to 1 PM - Maker Mondays at the Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum

Today’s family activities focus on crafts such as Morse code, knot bracelets, model lighthouses, rubber stamp quarter boards. Join staff at Nantucket Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum at 158 Polpis Rd. for this fun learning experience included with museum admission. EganMaritime.org/museum.

Hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Practice “See, Think, Feel” to explore historical portraits in a new way. Today’s Craft: Watercolor Portraits. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. nha.org

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket

In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, children will enjoy creating and painting wooden swords, sculpting a Chicken Jockey, and making Dynamite Sticks! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 1 PM - Free Session: The Quiet Table

Join this body-doubling session designed for deep work like reading, writing, or studying. Surrounded by others quietly working, you’ll gain structure, accountability, & calm support. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

2 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza for Age 4+

Discover what insects & small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket with MMA Natural Science Museum staff. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

2 to 3 PM - Free Talk by Nourish Nantucket: Thought for Food

Learn about local efforts to increase food access & sustainability. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. Light refreshments. NantucketAtheneum.org

4 PM - Sailor’s Valentines x Resin with Barnaby’s Nantucket - Ages 5+

This popular “Nantucket” shell craft dates as far back as the 1830s. Children will make these decorative pieces with a variety of tiny shells: designing boxes, wall hangings, ornaments, or trays! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Bonus Cat at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Free Art Talk by Artist-in-Residence Dean Fisher

Join Nantucket Artists Association Artist-in-Residence Dean Fisher for an evening discussion and presentation about her process and inspiration. Federal Gallery, 8 Federal Street. NantucketArts.org

6:15 PM - Head of the Plains Sunset Walk

Come for a walk at dusk with us out on one of Nantucket’s most extraordinary conservation properties to experience a unique island ecosystem painted with vibrant, waning sunlight, maybe catch a moonrise and see the stars in darker skies at sea. Book at WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Time changes with sunset.

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

8 PM - Dreamland Concert Series x Nantucket Crisps present: Vanessa Carlton Vanessa Carlton live at The Dreamland for a special one-night-only concert. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org.

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

9 to 9:45 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at MMA’s Loines Observatory

TUESDAY, JULY 29

8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required Registration Required.

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:15 to 10 AM - Marine Storytime - Ages 3+

9:30 AM - Clay Creations! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6

Working with clay is always a favorite! During this class your child will learn various sculpting techniques while creating bowls, summer ornaments, and much more. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Kids’ Metal Detecting with Nikoline Bohr

Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for a fun, hands-on beach adventure just for kids! Learn how to use a metal detector and hunt for hidden treasures along Nantucket’s shore. Pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning

Join local musician Cory Morgan for rhythm, instruments, & musical games. Perfect for toddlers through early elementary. Bring a blanket to sit on. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 AM to 1 PM - Navigation Tuesdays at the Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum

Today’s family activities focus on nautical-themed fun: scavenger hunts, decoding, semaphore flag communication, or fog fun. Join staff at Nantucket Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum at 158 Polpis Rd. for this fun learning experience included with museum admission. EganMaritime.org/museum.

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Whitney Kreb & Julija Mostykanova

10 AM to 5 PM - AAN Group Show opens in Federal Gallery

View a variety of works by artist members of the Artists Association of Nantucket in their new Federal Gallery.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Whale Ecology

Hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Discover the difference between toothed whales and baleen whales. Today’s craft: Scratch Art Scrimshaw Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Pick Your Own Veggies Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

11 AM - Summer Spa Chic! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

Kids will get to pamper themselves (& get a little messy) as they make sparkling bath scrubs, shimmering lip balms, calming essential oils, & glittering bath bombs during this Barnaby’s class. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

1 PM - Trivia Tuesdays

Weekly family trivia fun: one of the many free, family-friendly events & activities presented by the Town of Nantucket at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Tall Ship Lynx

2 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

On this hike, walk south down the beach from the Hoicks Hollow Road public way to see examples of & learn about Nantucket’s geological past. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

2 PM - Tony Tuesdays at Shipwreck & Live Saving Museum

Join Collections Manager Tony Dumitru for a weekly artifact “show-and-tell” for teens & adults (curious kids also welcome). Tony shares fascinating stories behind unique pieces from the museum’s collection. 158 Polpis Road

3 PM - A Walk Down Main Street with Nantucket Preservation Trust

NPT’s classic tour provides an overview of Nantucket in its heyday & focuses on the part of Main Street between the Pacific National Bank and the Civil War Monu-

ment. Learn about the area’s early residents, & architectural styles. Meet at 11 Centre St. Tickets: nantucketpreservation.org/events/walking-tour/ 3:30 to 4:30 PM - Youth Chorus Ages 8+

A fun beginner music program to get kids used to singing in groups. Nantucket Community Music Center, 56 Centre St.. 508-228-3352 NantucketMusic.org

4 PM - Canvases & Cupcakes with Barnaby’s Nantucket $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 5 PM - Adult Metal Detecting 101

Join expert metal detectorist Nikoline Bohr for a hands-on beach adventure just for adults! Learn the basics of metal detecting and uncover hidden treasures on Nantucket’s shores in a fun, relaxed setting. Register at MariaMitchell.org

4 to 5 PM - Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Sailor’s Valentine’s

Learn to make miniature Sailors’ Valentines Caribbean-inspired keepsakes once cherished by Nantucket whalemen. Perfect as gifts or d√©cor! Held outdoors in the garden. For ages 12-18. Space is limited; please register in advance. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Bonus Cat at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5 to 7:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Tall Ship Lynx

See an amazing sunset onboard a piece of history! Nantucket’s longest and most affordable Sunset sailing. Highly recommended by anyone who has sailed on Lynx Tickets at TallShipLynx.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 PM - Lecture: Shipwreck and Scrimshaw: the 1846 Earl of Eglinton Disaster

Join Michael Harrison as he unravels a 19th century mystery linking a scrimshaw tooth, a shipwreck, and Nantucket’s ties to Scotland, Ireland, and Indiana. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

5:30 to 6:30 PM - Free Mindfulness Meditation

A short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions designed to support a clearer understanding of the method and help build a consistent meditation practice. No experience needed. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. Register at NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:30 PM - Dreamland Comedy Nights: Cathy Ladman & Jane Condon

Join us at The Dreamland for Jane Condon’s annual comedy extravaganza, featuring Nantucket’s own Jane Condon and the hilarious Cathy Ladman, known for her ten appearances on The Tonight Show! The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org Doors open at 6:30; show begins at 7 pm.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Open Arts Night

The Open Mic Night stage is open to all, and now you’re invited to bring your own creative projects. Knit, embroider, color, wrap gifts, or enjoy the show in the acoustically stellar Great Hall. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

Sunset Cruise/Live Music with the Shanty Singers. Come enjoy a Nantucket Sunset Cruise while you listen to fun old time shanty tunes. Sing along or listen with a smile as you enjoy your favorite beverage with family and friends. Straight Wharf Slip #1011 508-228-7037

7 to 8:30 PM - Buyer & Cellar presented in Nantucket Performing Arts Center

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

8 to 9 PM - Night at the Museum - Ages 5+

Join MMA naturalists for an evening at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum. Learn secrets of the natural world & amazing natural history facts, see museum specimens up close, experience a specimen touch table, see live specimen prep, and enjoy arts & crafts. Register at MariaMitchell.org

8:45 to 10 PM - Nighttime Marine Ecology Field Trip for Ages 10+

Join Maria Mitchell Assn. aquarium staff to learn about the fish, squid, crabs, & other creatures that come out to feed at night in the shallow harbor waters. Register at mariamitchell.org

9 to 9:45 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at MMA’s Loines Observatory

10 PM - Trivia Night!

A great way to test your brain and connect with friends! Come join us! Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 TheRoseAndCrown.com

WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

7:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Birding Field Trip

Explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides available to borrow. Registration Required at llnf.org

MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

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● NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

whaLing museum: 13 Broad Street Hear the story of Nantucket over 4 centuries with rotating exhibits in 9 galleries. Daily programs, films, & a stunning view of town from the rooftop. Open from 10am.

oLdest house: 16 Sunset Hill Built in 1686; restored in 1990. 11am-4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

greater Light: 8 Howard Street Built in the 1790s & transformed into a stunning whimsical summer home in the 1920s, this is home to the NHA Decorative Arts Program. 11am-4pm Wed-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

hadwen house: 96 Main Street This Greek Revival mansion built in 1846 is the only mansion of its era onisland open to the public. Exhibits include Nantucket Lightship Baskets, maps, and decorative arts. Open 11am-4pm May 27-Sept. 4.

oLd miLL: 50 Prospect St The oldest functioning mill in the USA, built in 1746. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14Sept. 4.

oLd gaoL: 15R Vestal Street Constructed of massive oak timbers with iron bolts & iron rods across the windows. The heavy wooden doors are reinforced with iron. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4. Please visit nha.org for hours, tours, ticket prices, and additional information.

shipwreck & Lifesaving museum: 158 Polpis Road eganmaritime.org Learn the dramatic history of Nantucket’s shipwrecks, lifesaving, and rescuers. Family activities. Free shuttle to the museum from Visitor Services downtown runs June 23-Oct. 3.. Beautiful property at Folger’s Marsh open for picnics. Open through October 13.

▲ OTHER HISTORICAL POINTS OF INTEREST

brant point Lighthouse: 2 Easton St First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England.

nantucket atheneum: 1 India St The island’s public library was built in 1847 and is filled with art & artifacts as well as books, periodicals, digital materials. Children’s section, reading room, & public garden. Open Mon.-Sat. pacific cLub: Lower Main St Built in 1772 by whaling merchant William Rotch, this is the only 18th century brick building still standing on-island. Quarterboard on the front lists names of 3 notable ships of Rotch: 2 in the Boston Tea Party and

the first ship to fly the American flag in London. first congregationaL church: 62 Centre St Built in 1725 & moved to this site in 1765. Open for services. Climb the tower for a view of town & the harbor. st mary’s church: 3 Federal St Built in 1897. Open for services.

unitarian church: 11 Orange St Built in 1809. Houses the town clock & 1810 Portuguese Bell. Open for services. three bricks: 93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

soLdiers & saiLors monument: Upper Main Street Built in 1875, this obelisk bears the names of 73 island men who died in the Civil War.

st pauL’s church: 20 Fair St Founded in 1838. Rebuilt in 1901 with Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows. Church is open daily for visits and for Sunday services. methodist church: 2 Centre St Built in 1831. Open for services.

african meeting house: 29 York Street Built in 1827, the only public building constructed & occupied by African Americans in the 19th century still standing on-island.

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who wear them. From iconic signet rings to custom, oneof-a-kind creations, her work reimagines timeless jewelry through a lens of personal expression and everyday elegance.

Browsing through her gallery at 28 Easy Street, clients see a variety of styles and a range of prices. “I started out doing a lot of sculptural designs,” she explained, “and I’ve moved toward more organic designs.” Her work captures the essence of coastal living while remaining sophisticated enough for any venue. Her rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets are designed to integrate seamlessly into their owners’ lives. Whether it’s a pair of earrings that transition from boardroom to dinner party, or a bracelet that becomes a daily talisman, each piece is crafted to be both beautiful and functional.

Lister Locke’s custom creations range from reimagined family signet rings that honor ancestral traditions while embracing contemporary aesthetics to entirely original pieces that celebrate life’s pivotal moments. She works with different metals and an extensive palette of precious and semi-precious stones, selecting each gem not just for its beauty but for its ability to convey emotion and meaning.

“I have very high-quality gems—I use my gems as paints...I let them talk to me,” she explained as she displayed a breathtakingly beautiful ring she created around a rare Paraiba Tourmaline that shimmered with luminous color deep as a tropical sea. “Tourmaline is not rare,” she explained, “but this one is: there are only two lines in the world. It’s important to be open to options, not just traditional [stones]...I love emeralds and rubies and diamonds, but a gem should first and foremost speak to a person. They should wear the jewelry, it should not wear them!”

Susan Lister Locke's approach to jewelry design is deeply collaborative, rooted in the belief that the finest pieces emerge from understanding not just what a client wants, but who they are. Her process begins with conversation— listening to stories, discovering passions, and uncovering the moments that have shaped her clients’ lives. This intimate approach allows her to create custom pieces that become more than accessories: they become tangible expressions of identity and memory.

“I get to know my clients’ tastes,” Lister Locke explains, “and I design to match their skin tone, hair color, eye color...I can source gems that clients want if I don’t have the

Swim to Fight Cancer

Event co-directors Jill Roethke and Jim Pignato said the swim’s impact is woven into daily island life. “When someone here has a cancer diagnosis, they know they can now get treated right here on the island,” Jill Roethke said. “Natalie and her family’s story shows how our community rallies so no one fights solo.” Her two sons, now 11 and 9, have grown up handing out towels at the finish line and cheering as their mother emerges from the water.

“It’s a special moment every year when they watch me finish,” Natalie said. “They know I swim for their grampie and their mom.”

Nationally, Swim Across America has generated more than $100 million for cancer research since its founding 1987 and has helped fund clinical trials that contributed to FDA-approved immunotherapies such as Keytruda, Opdivo, Yervoy and Tecentriq. Recently, Swim Across America was one of the funders of the breakthrough clinical trials at Memorial Sloan Kettering that showed immunotherapy alone could successfully treat certain types of cancer. Swim Across America also recently announced two first-of-its-kind gene editing innovation grants, awarded to Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that supports the work of novel gene and base editing techniques used in advanced cancer research, including targeted therapies, immunotherapies and cellular therapies, with the hope that these grants accelerate better, safer and more effective treatments. The nonprofit now supports more than 60 research projects each year and has 10 named Swim Across America Labs at major institutions.

Swimmers, boaters, land volunteers, and donors can join or support the Nantucket event at swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket. “We’re a community on a little island making sure cancer patients spend their precious time with loved ones instead of traveling for care,” Natalie noted. “Every stroke on July 26 will move us closer to a day when no family has to make that journey at all.”

To learn more about the Swim Across America - Nantucket open water swim on July 26, visit swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket or follow on Instagram @ssanantucket.

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size or shape or cut they desire—I’ll order in a selection they can choose from...I work really hard to make pieces that are unique: copying people doesn’t interest me at all. I want [my jewelry] to be pretty, and I want it to be worn...it’s wearable with a fancy dress or with a t-shirt. A box gets no joy out of them.”

It’s important to Lister Locke that she educates her clients, and she’s not shy about redirecting them to pieces that are better suited to their desires and their goals. “I want my clients to be part of the process—I’d rather have an informed client who understands what they are buying... it’s part of the relationship: integrity is very important to me.”

One of Lister Locke’s valued services lies in her talent to transform inherited jewelry pieces that carry sentimental weight but are outdated in design. Rather than allowing these treasures to languish in the back of drawers and jewelry boxes, she works with clients to honor both the original significance and their contemporary vision with an approach that is respectful and innovative. She carefully assesses each piece of estate jewelry, identifying which elements hold the most meaning—whether it’s a particular gemstone, an engraved detail, or the gold itself—and incorporates these elements into fresh, modern designs. This process allows families to continue wearing and celebrating their heritage while ensuring the pieces remain relevant for lifestyles of today.

In her gallery was a stunning necklace of cameos and baroque pearls that she had recently reimagined for a client. “A woman came in with a pile of jewelry

in dated settings she had recently inherited,” Susan explained, “I took them apart and the pieces had new life... they retained the sentiment of the past, but now they’re wearable.”

While Lister Locke's pieces are undoubtedly special, they are designed to be worn and enjoyed regularly rather than reserved for occasions. Her philosophy of “everyday elegance” means creating jewelry substantial enough to serve as statement pieces while remaining comfortable and practical for daily wear.

What sets Lister Locke apart in the world of jewelry design is her commitment to creating pieces that will endure not just in terms of physical durability, but in emotional resonance. Her attention to detail, from the initial concept through the final polish, ensures that each piece meets the highest standards of craftsmanship while remaining true to its intended purpose.

Susan Lister Locke offers something increasingly rare in today’s marketplace: the opportunity to own pieces that are not just beautiful objects, but meaningful expressions of personal history, natural wonder, and artistic vision.

Through her unique blend of technical skill, artistic vision, and deep understanding of what makes jewelry truly meaningful, Lister Locke has established herself as more than a designer—she is a curator of memories, a translator of emotions, and a creator of future heirlooms that honor both the beauty of the natural world and the stories of the people who wear them.

Susan Lister Locke Gallery • 28 Easy Street SusanListerLocke.com

Pioneers Species

though the toxicity varies from plant to plant. These chemicals can cause serious adverse effects, including death. But the plant doesn’t want to get you despite what the devil will lead you to believe. These chemical production responses present in Datura function as a natural defense for the plant against dangers like herbivory and various plant pathogens. All that being said, I would suggest just staying away from jimsonweed.

Despite serious safety concerns, people have used jimsonweed to treat asthma, cough, flu, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. It’s also known to cause hallucinations. The name Jimsonweed supposedly comes from Jamestown, Virginia in the 1700s, where soldiers in the English colony of Virginia reportedly consumed the plant and spent eleven days in altered mental states. Jimsonweed poisoning occurs when someone sucks the juice or eats the seeds from this plant. You can also be poisoned by drinking tea made from the leaves. The psychotropic and medicinal properties of jimsonweed can turn toxic and even deadly with small differences in the amount of plant ingested.

Some Native American stories support that Datura stramonium (aka Devil’s weed) was planted by Lucifer himself, in a night with full moon, in order to take revenge on people.

Whether you call it thorny apple or the devil’s cucumber, I advise just staying away. If you want to see for yourself, however, jimsonweed is common on Nantucket. It’s easily found in areas with freshly disturbed soil and along roadside in piles of loose dirt. It is especially prevalent after some disturbance. For now, you can see it on the Milestone bike path near the turn for Polpis Road.

I have gotten several questions over the years about the jimsonweed and what we should do about it. Maybe the Invasive Plant Species Committee (IPSC) could have a work crew pull it all out? Well, my response has been usually to let it be, and it will sort itself out. That might seem counterintuitive advice given that I actively remove non-native invasive species and am the co-Chair of the IPSC

committee. However, in this case, it’s a matter of triage.

We started this article talking about pioneer species, of which jimsonweed is one. But we haven’t yet discussed what happens after initial colonization. In plants, those early colonizers, the pioneers, are later outcompeted. Natural succession takes place in which those disturbed habitats are colonized by other species which can crowd and shade out early colonists. We’ve seen it again and again with jimsonweed: wait long enough and the problem takes care of itself.

Of course, if it’s a plot of land you care about and manage (maybe your own home), you can intervene to speed the process up. Be sure to wear gloves when pulling. Try to remove the taproot. And try to manage prior to the seed pods ripening. Keeping all of that in mind will lead to a higher rate of success.

Other things to keep in mind: jimsonweed seeds last in the soil for years. In one experiment, over 91% of seeds buried at 22 inches survived more than 39 years! Disturbance can always bring it back. If you are initiating a project in your yard, try to ensure that clean fill is used. Jimsonweed seeds, and other invaders, can be a contaminant in unfiltered fill which can exacerbate the problem. Good news is that jimsonweed is somewhat sensitive to drought and so our recent dry conditions may affect them. And they are frost-sensitive, so here’s hoping for a good cold snap in the fall to halt growth and reproduction.

Thorn apple

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August Is for Blues

be able to create my art. This is a great tournament: I love the energy and am proud to support it! I’m changing up the print a little this year just in case we have a repeat champion.”

Repeating as a champion is easier said than done, right? Well, to be sure, I spoke with a guy who would know a lot about this. As a new member of the Nantucket beach fishing community, he won the 2024 Triple Strike beach prize. He earned this championship by fishing long hours, hunting for the strangely elusive bluefish. This guy fished hard. He told me, “I only live one way. I apply it to everything I do.” The results certainly bore this out. He walked out to the farthest reaches of Great Point and Smith’s Point. He fought through the thick red weed at Low Beach. He saw the sun rising as he fished Point O’ Breakers. Yeah, that’s what champions do. And this fisher knows what being a champion is all about. After all, he was the captain of three New England Patriots Super Bowl winning teams. Congratulations to Tedy Bruschi, the 2024 Triple Strike beach champion!

“Well, we (the New England Patriots) didn’t repeat after our first win (the 2001 Super Bowl victory over the Rams) but we got it in 2003 and 2004. I’d love to repeat but I know that there’s going to be some fierce competition.” I asked Tedy who he thought might make a strong run for the title in 2025. “My son Dante wants to beat me. He’s going to go at it hard!”

Tedy Bruschi has his championship Gyotaku bluefish print hanging over his fishing bench in his garage. “My wife loves it and wanted to hang it in the house but this is where I go before every fishing trip to get my mind prepared. I’ve also got the lure that I used to catch those three big fish hanging with it!”

Tedy is an ardent supporter of the August Blues tournament, so much so that a major tournament prize has been dubbed “The Bru-fish Award”. This award is presented to the fisher who submits the longest bluefish caught from the beach. The 2025 winner will receive a white New England Patriots Tedy Bruschi #54 jersey, signed by the former captain. (Please note: I’m going to be attending the November 9th game in Tampa Bay when our beloved Patriots play the Buccaneers, and I’d look great in a white Bruschi #54 jersey. Just sayin’…)

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Last year’s winner of the Bru-fish award was the awesome Nathan Skerritt. After seeing the announcement last year that a red signed Bruschi jersey would be the prize, Nate had posted on his Instagram page, “I will fight tooth and nail to win this! Tooth and nail!” And he did. Nathan’s 35-inch entry held up and his dream came true. I’m here to tell you, folks, Nate Skerritt is one of the coolest people you’ll ever meet on the beach or anywhere, for that matter. His story is amazing and his passion for life is unmatched. It was wonderful to see him holding the Bru-fish award at last year’s ceremony.

As for this year? “My goal is to make everyone out there cower! No prisoners! I’m throwing everything to try to win the Triple Strike championship!”

I asked Nathan if he ever wears his jersey. “I don’t, but every time that my brother in law Derek is here I remind him of the time Tedy saw him lose a fish. Derek is a total fan-boy. Seeing him lose that fish in the wash as Tedy was driving by is almost better than winning the jersey!” Ouch!

This tournament is a great time for a great cause. I asked Greg Chotkowski and Rick Ramos, the tournament directors, about what new events were coming for 2025. “We’re working hard to get more kids and families to participate. Juniors (age 17 and under) are automatically entered into the tournament with a submission and are eligible for any of the prizes in the junior category. New this year will be our Derby Day, held on Saturday, August 23. This is an island-wide event but we’re setting up home base at Point O’ Breakers (off of South Shore Road). We’re reaching out to the Boys and Girls Club, to the Scouts and are hoping to get a lot of kids fishing. There will be separate Derby Day prizes. We’ll have the grill going as well. This event will go from 6 am to 6 pm.”

I have it on good authority that a certain Nantucket beach fishing guide will be donating a new junior sized rod and reel combo to a Junior beach fishing winner, so let’s get those kids out fishing! I also know that the memories made when fishing with your family and friends last forever. Take a kid fishing and change that kid’s life for the better! Check out augustbluesnantucket.com and be sure to follow their account on Instagram @august_blues_nantucket.

Steve “Tuna” Tornovish is a Nantucket native who has spent his life fishing from the beaches of his beloved island. He loves to introduce clients to the joy of fishing with his Nantucket Island Fishing Adventures: stevetuna.com

To commemorate Hill's lifetime achievement, AAN has produced a special calendar running from July 2025 to June 2026, featuring G.S. Hill's paintings as framable prints. The calendars are available at both the AAN and at G.S. Hill Gallery, offering art lovers a year-long celebration of his work.

As part of AAN’s 80th anniversary celebrations, the organization will display pieces from its permanent collection in their Big Gallery at 12 Straight Wharf, featuring works by Hill—some donated by the artist himself, others contributed by his devoted patrons over the years.

What sets the Artists Association of Nantucket apart, according to Hill, is its depth and community focus. Having been a member of artist associations in Lahina and in Seal Beach, Southern California, he praises the AAN’s comprehensive offerings—classes, workshops, galleries, and year-round programming—noting they serve both artists and the broader island community.

When asked about what he plans to do for the next 80 years, Hill’s answer was characteristically straightforward and passionate: “Paint.” At 80, his enthusiasm for his craft remains undiminished. “I still love painting— I'm so fortunate—I love what I do,” he shared. Currently, he’s working on a series of Rainbow Fleet paintings, continuing his lifelong depiction of Nantucket's maritime character.

In a year when both artist and AAN celebrate eight decades of contribution to the arts, G.S. Hill’s recognition feels not just well-deserved, but also perfectly timed—a celebration of the enduring power of art to transform both creator and community.

NANTUCKET ISLAND

Nantucket Island is just about 14 miles by 3-1/2 miles, and there are miles of bike paths to nearly every area. This means that riding a bicycle is one of the best ways to get around our island. Follow the QR code to discover miles of bike paths, where to rent bikes, biking tips, and where to ﬁ nd water stations along the way.

NANTUCKET ISLAND BEACHES

NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES

40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle.

Dionis: 3 miles from town by bike on the north side of Eel Point Rd off Madaket Road. Look for the boulder marked “Dionis.” Sheltered by dunes, calm waters for swimming, safe for children; restrooms, & parking. Beachgoers can take NRTA shuttle bus to Eel Point Rd stop & walk.

Steps: Between Dionis and Jetties beaches; access from Cliff Road. No lifeguard, no facilities, very little parking. Gentle surf; sandbar. Many steep steps must be descended to get to the beach.

Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families. Lifeguards, changing rooms, playground, volleyball nets, restrooms, showers, public phones, restaurant and take-out food service. Concession and restrooms handicap accessible; boardwalk to the beach. Tennis. Windsurfing, sailboat, and kayak rentals. Shuttle service from town to Jetties Beach is available seasonally.

Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point. Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship.

Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area. Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer.

Francis Street: Five-minute walk from Main Street. Calm harbor waters for swimming; no lifeguard. Jungle gym, kayak rentals, bathroom.

SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Cisco Beach: Four-mile bike ride to end of Hummock Pond Road. Heavy surf; lifeguard. No facilities. Parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities; no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Some parking. Surf and rip currents can be strong on the ocean side. No facilities or food service. This beach is near Miacomet Pond, but the pond is currently closed due to harmful algae.

South Shore Beach: at the end of South Shore Rd. Limited parking; difficult to access beach, 4WD is advisable. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport. Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally.

Fisherman’s Beach: Located between Surfside Beach and Nobadeer. No parking; Beach access via steep wooden steps. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Madequecham: Land Bank property at the end of Madequecham Valley Road; rough sand road. Parking. No facilities; no lifeguards. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Tom Nevers (“Pebble Beach“): Surf can be heavy; very coarse sand. No lifeguard; no facilities. Good for fishing. Strong rip currents; heavy surf. Access to the beach can be difficult.

WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Madaket: As far west as you can go, six-mile bike ride on scenic, paved bike path, or take the shuttle bus. Heavy surf, lifeguard, restrooms. Famous for its incredible sunsets.

EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path. Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset. Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.

BAY & POND BEACHES

Miacomet Pond: This fresh water pond is currently closed due to harmful algae. Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities.

Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities. Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry, beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals. Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup.

Sesachacha Pond: off Polpis Road. Great for families; warm water; no facilities; no lifeguard. Parking. Near the Audubon Sesachacha Heathlands and Wildlife Sanctuary.

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BEACH SAFETY

•Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow. •Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.

Island Fun & Shopping

Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket by Water

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages

Visit AAN’s online gallery at sales.nantucketarts.org to view regularly changing exhibitions of fresh, original artwork from iconic Nantucket artists. nantucketarts.org

G. S. Hill Gallery

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm

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

508-228-7037

Straight Wharf, Slip #1011

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Nantucket Walkabout

see website for hikes & times

Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

508-422-7466

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. Adults $65-80; children ages 13 & younger $30. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466. nantucketwalkabout.com

Apparel & Accessories

Blue Beetle

508-228-3227

Open Daily 12 Main Street

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

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

Commonwealth

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily. For more than three decades, Greg’s original oil and watercolor paintings have captured the image, spirit, and soul of Nantucket. The gallery also offers giclees and miniatures, plus exclusive American-made gifts designed by Greg and Judi Hill. Stunning porcelain china dinnerware, hand-pressed glass and ornaments are only a few of treasures you will find. gshill.com

Gallery at Four India

508-228-8509

Open Daily Open Daily upstairs at 4 India Street

A fine selection of art & art glass thegallerynantucket.com

THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is an exhibition gallery that offers the collector an tranquil space to browse through fine collections of art. The Gallery also represents some of the finest contemporary artists known for their traditional realism. Stroll upstairs and see the new artists and works in the gallery for 2025. Opening exhibition features reknown Steampunk artist Bruce Rosenbaum through May 30. THE GALLERY AT FOUR INDIA is open daily.

Robert Foster Fine Art

Whitney Kreb & Julija Mostykanova: July 25 to August 6

508-221-3056

Opening Reception 6-8 pm, Friday, July 25 8 India St (next to Black-Eyed Susan’s)

Featuring a stellar selection of Nantucket artists

Celebrating their 15th year, ROBERT FOSTER FINE ART features art by a selection of the island’s most talented artists working today. With a full schedule of exhibitions — 6 shows featuring different pairing of artists + a group show — everyone will find gems to add to their collections. Each show begins with a convivial Friday evening Opening Reception, where you can meet and converse with the artists and with fellow art enthusiasts. Lion & Unicorn, Auction House is sponsoring the Featured Shows for 2025 ~ Bonnie Roseman — Art, Design, & Accessories Specialist — 917-209-0516 RobertFosterFineArt.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

Open daily 28A Easy Street

Art and Inspired, Creative Jewelry

Banking

Cape Cod 5

508-680-1399

Open Daily. Visit us in the store & online! New Location at 16 Federal Street Fabulous Resale. Fresh Finds.

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

The Love Shack by Lola

774-325-5982

Open for the 2025 season 10 Old South Wharf Layer. Collect. Gift.

THE LOVE SHACK is located right in the heart of Nantucket’s boat basin and it is home to our entire collection of LOLA jewelry. Here you can see, touch and layer all of our pendants, chains, and bracelets that LOLA offers. It is also our inspiration for our Love Shack apparel and home goods which include t-shirts, candles, hats, glassware – everything you need that is perfect for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

The Rainbow Fleet

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Saturday Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street

We at CAPE COD FIVE are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our dedication to serving our neighbors and local businesses and earning our customers’ trust every day has remained the same since our founding in 1855. We focus on continuously evolving to be our customers’ trusted financial partner in a rapidly changing world, offering digital tools, accessibility and sound guidance and insight to help our customers navigate their unique journeys. capecodfive.com

Bike Rentals

Cook’s Cycle

Open Daily

Bicycle Rentals & e-Bike Rentals

508-680-1159

Open Monday-Saturday 10am to 5pm 167 Orange Street

Clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories

Shop sustainably at THE RAINBOW FLEET, Nantucket’s year round women’s consignment boutique located mid-island near the rotary. We carefully select the best vintage, modern and designer pieces from over 450 island consignors, and steam-clean them into new life daily! From clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories to one of a kind finds from local artists, you can find your own style in our relaxed atmosphere—complete with outdoor covered shopping, dressing rooms, and, yes, ample parking! We aim to provide sustainable and affordable fashion options for all… great for the planet and your wallet too! @therainbowfleet

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket

Group Show #2 July 24-Aug. 4 at 8 Federal St

Watermarks PC through Aug. 3 in Big Gallery

In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits

508-228-0294

The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. AAN has two in-town galleries: the brand new Federal Gallery at 8 Federal Street, where you can see a range of works, which will include oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, mixed media, ceramics, and photography. From July 24-August 4, this gallery exhibit is GROUP SHOW #2. In The Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, you can see WATERMARKS PC EXHIBITION through August 3. In VAC on Amelia Drive, Champion Showcase #4 continues through July 28. Stay in touch at nantucketarts.org for a schedule of downtown Gallery Exhibits.

508-228-0800

6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

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

Easy Riders Bicycles

508-325-2722

Open Daily 65 Surfside Road

Bike Rentals, Sales, Service AND Electric Bikes

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

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151

Open daily in season 6 Broad Street

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket. Their fleet of CANNONDALE and TREK bikes are well maintained, so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see

Island Fun & Shopping

their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications

CALL NANTUCKET

508-228-9165 ext. 110

FREE DOWNLOAD - Nantucket’s searchable phone book app CallNantucket.com

The island’s “Little Black Book”

CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable app version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s phone book. Not sure who to call? Browse our Yellow Pages to choose the best company for your needs! Town information in our newly redesigned White Pages. Our CALL NANTUCKET app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CallNantucket@gmail.com

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

508-228-9165

Guiding Visitors on Nantucket for 55 Years Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

In print & online + eNewsletter

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

Bookstores

Mitchell’s Book Corner

508-228-1080

Open Daily 54 Main Street

See the calendar for our upcoming book signings

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for more than 50 years. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for any book in print, preorders, signed copies, e-books, audio books, gift cards, staff picks, and more. If the book is “on our shelves now” we can offer next business day island home delivery for a small fee. If the book is not on-hand we can either ship it to you or order it for you. We are also happy to ship books to anywhere in the US. MITCHELL’S is open daily. nantucketbookpartners.com

Nantucket Bookworks

508-228-4000

Open Daily: books, gifts, chocolate 25 Broad Street Books, chocolates, & unique gifts

NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is our quirky little shop chock full of books, gifts, and goodies. Visit nantucketbookpartners.com for books and nantucketbooksworks.com for the very best of Bookworks online. We have Nantucket gifts, puzzles, games, toys, art supplies, party accessories, stuffed animals, greeting cards, kids items, and so much more. And we have an enticing nook filled with amazing chocolates to buy and savor as you read your new books. We also are happy to ship anywhere in the US. For books, shop nantucketbookpartners.com. Order online or stop in to browse. BOOKWORKS is open daily. nantucketbookpartners.com

Car Rentals

Affordable Rentals

508-228-3501

Open daily 6 South Beach Street Cars, jeeps, mopeds

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

Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental

508-228-1227

Open daily, year-round Nantucket Memorial Airport We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.

NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL offers terrific service and value not found elsewhere on the island with clean, new vehicles, low rates & free mileage, prompt & courteous service. 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. 800228-1227. NantucketAutoRental.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151

Open daily in season 6 Broad Street

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

Harvey A Young’s Bicycle Shop” started on Nantucket in 1931. When Harvey sold the business to his son, Roger, it became YOUNG’S BICYCLE SHOP. Now with over 90 years in business, the 4th generation is running YOUNG’S. The Young family and their staff provide you with the ideal rental bike for Nantucket AND YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see their friendly, knowledgeable staff, so they can share with you “The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”. Reservations & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Charters - Sailing & Boating

Endeavor Sailing Excursions

508-228-5585

Private Charters. Per Person Fares Slip 1015, Straight Wharf Pleasure sailing

“Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” “No one has done more to make sure that Nantucket’s maritime traditions are alive and well than Capt. Jim Genthner,” Nat Philbrick, author In the Heart of the Sea. The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and at sunset. They offer private charters, public sails. Gift certificates are available. Call for information and reservations. endeavorsailing.com

Tall Ship Lynx

Nantucket’s Tall Ship Lynx, a national treasure here in our harbor Traditional Sailing & History in Nantucket Sound Public Day Sails & Sunset Sails - Fun for all ages!

978-479-2197

Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is offering day sails and sunset sails from Nantucket Harbor through September. They also offer charters, weddings, educational and special groups sailings. Looking for a unique venue to gather? LYNX is available for private charters... treat your family, your friend, or your colleagues to a very special day or evening: it’s an adventure for all! Nantucket’s Tall Ship LYNX is a national treasure here in our harbor. For details and reservations, contact the office @ 978.479.2197 tallshiplynx.org

Nantucket by Water

508-228-7037

A Variety of Boat Tours for All Ages Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Oyster Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises, Sunset Cruise, & more NANTUCKET by WATER (formerly Shearwater Excursions) is a local family-run company dedicated to providing unique tours and cruises to individuals and families of all age groups. From small kids to grandparents, NBW has trips that cater to your needs and taste for adventure. Whether you take a leisurely tour around Nantucket Harbor, or a longer adventure exploring the wildlife sanctuary of Coatue or visiting the unique 5th Bend Oyster Farm, Nantucket By Water promises an exceptional experience. nantucketbywater.com

Children’s Toys & Art Classes

Barnaby’s Toy & Art Shack

508-680-1553

Open with fun workshops for kids 12 Oak Street Downtown toy store & art studio for kids of all ages

BARNABY’S TOY & ART SHACK, located downtown at 12 Oak Street, just what you want fo all the kids in your life. They have a fantastic selection of crafts, books, toys, and so much more! Children can drop-in & create every day, all day! And BARNABY’S offers classes & workshops for children ages 2-13 years. All of Barnaby’s classes are taught by professional artists & educators who will guide your child’s technique and processes in our inspirational space in downtown Nantucket. For details or to register, visit BarnabysWorld.com or call 508-680-1553.When you are in Boston, visit us at our Beacon Hill location. BarnabysWorld.com

Classes & Workshops

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0722

Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive Classes & Workshops for all ages

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

Maria Mitchell Association

Summer Programs for All

508-228-9198

Open Nights at Loines Observatory, Walks, Workshops, Lectures, Storytime & more Science center, aquarium, museums, & programs for all

Join MARIA MITCHELL ASSN professional astronomers for an impressive tour of Nantucket’s night sky. MMA staff will guide you in viewing astronomical objects through our historic 8inch Alvan Clark refractor and our modern 24-inch research telescope. Get a chance to view the Moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and even other galaxies! In addition, MMA experts offer classes, workshops, nature tours, and so much more! mariamitchell.org

Cleaning Service

ACK Spotless Cleaning

508-367-2917

Contact us to set up your cleaning Call us to make your home spotless! Don’t stress about your pets or children: our environmentally friendly products provide a safe clean for your island home. ACK SPOTLESS CLEANING takes care of your home with the same care as if it were our own. We leave your sanctuary spotless so that you can focus on the rest of your life. And, if you have your day-to-day cleaning under control but need a little extra help now and then, let us do the really dirty work! We provide deep clean services to reach the places you might have missed. PLUS, we offer a variety of bonus services: from oven cleaning to air ducts. Let us help you make your home shine! Call or email mshcleaning0106@gmail.com ackspotlesscleaningservice.com/

Island Fun & Shopping

Employment

TSA Is Hiring at Nantucket Memorial Airport

Join TSA and earn a sign-on bonus! TSA is hiring for Nantucket Memorial Airport. U.S. citizenship required. Positions start at $32.20 per hour and include great Federal benefits, including health insurance, shift differentials, retirement plans, paid on-the-job training, and more. Apply now at jobs.tsa.gov or click the QR code in our display ad. jobs.tsa.gov

Family Fun

Family Activities @ Children’s Beach

508-228-0925

Activities & Fun at Children’s Beach thru mid-August at Children’s Beach Fun & games for children and families nantucket-ma.gov/childrensbeach Children’s Beach, located at the end of Harbor View Way, is the perfect park for families and children. Through mid-August, the Town of Nantucket’s Culture & Tourism department sponsors fun for everyone. Free NanPuppet shows with Lizza Saturdays at 10 am, and live music! See our display ad, check the events calendar, and visit our website for details.

Fishing Charters

Herbert T. Day: 508-228-6655

Daily: 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm. Call for Reservations Slip 14, Straight Wharf

Trolling “Catch those Blues and Bass!”

sick, regardless of the patient’s ability to pay. For 4 decades, Boston MedFlight has been the region’s primary provider of critical care medical transport by air and ground, caring for more than 6,100 patients annually, including the most critically ill and injured infants, children and adults. As a nonprofit organization, we provide over $7 million annually in free and unreimbursed care to patients in need with little or no medical insurance. Bostonmedflight.org

Cottage Pharmacy

508-825-7300

Open daily 10 Vesper Lane

New community pharmacy servicing Nantucket Nantuckethospital.org/pharmacy

NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL continues to expand its services provided to the residents and visitors of Nantucket. Located just across the street from the hospital, this new pharmacy will provide patients with greater convenience and continuity of care while sustaining an important community resource. Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s new community pharmacy—the Cottage Pharmacy—is open to everyone in the community, not only patients of NCH.

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

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

508-825-8100

57 Prospect St

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. Through Mass General Brigham, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL offers high-quality virtual urgent care services for many conditions and minor injuries daily. Nantuckethospital.org

Home Decor

Icarus + Co

Jewelry and Home Decor

fishnantucket.net

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! $150 per person (minimum of 2 people). Private charters are also available for $650 - up to 6 persons.

Gifts

Hill’s of Nantucket

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm. 40 Straight Wharf

Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

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

It’s A Shore Thing

508-680-1901

Open Daily 30B Main Street

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts shorethinggifts.com

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of gifts including lotion, soaps, jewelry, pottery, antiques, housewares, tote bags, art, and home decor. You can find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! In our new location on Main Street.

Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

508-228-1894, ext. 138

Open during museum hours: 10am-5pm in the Whaling Museum, 11 Broad Street NHA exclusives, gifts, apparel, books, home decor

The Nantucket Historical Association has been a steward of Nantucket’s cultural history since 1894. Don’t miss the MUSEUM SHOP at the Whaling Museum, where you will find unique gifts, books, prints, maps, and objects of art inspired by Nantucket history. Many items are exclusive to the MUSEUM SHOP, and NHA members get special discounts. 100% of all purchases support the Nantucket Historical Association and its mission to tell the inspiring stories of Nantucket through its collections, programs, and properties. nantucketmuseumshop.org

The Nantucket Series

July 25 from 1-5 pm & July 26 from 10 am to 3 pm

19 Old South Wharf

Discover unique sculptural jewelry by local artists. We interpret nature through wearable art, handmade in small batches using uncommon and precious materials – including our exclusive collection of Nantucket beach stone jewelry. Follow along on instagram for a behind the scenes look: @icarusandco + @nantucketbeachstones. icarusandco.com

It’s A Shore Thing

Open Daily

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

508-680-1901

30B Main Street

At IT’S A SHORE THING, we are proud to carry products made in New England. Come in and browse through our wide selection of quality items for your home, including pottery, antiques, housewares, serving plates & trays, pillows, art, decorative wall hangings, and much more. You can also find unusual gifts at all prices in A SHORE THING that you’ll find nowhere else! In our new location on Main Street. shorethinggifts.com

Respoke

Open for the 2025 season

Iconic designer scarves repurposed

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf

RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer scarves into one-of-a-kind products featuring handcrafted Spanish made espadrilles. Experience a world of unique footwear, ready-to-wear, fine art, furniture, and accessories. Each piece carries more value and self-identity than its original form. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Visit their Nantucket shop at 41 Straight Wharf and see what’s new for 2025! Respoke.com

Home Painting & More

Nantucket Pro Painters

Call for our services

508-680-4317

Professional • Efficient • Reliable Call NANTUCKET PRO PAINTERS, INC for all your painting needs: interior and exterior, new construction, existing residential, and commercial. NANTUCKET PRO PAINTERS is the choice of builders and architects. In addition, we also do power washing, gutter cleaning, furniture spraying, and spray painting. Call us at 508-680-4317. www.nppainters.com

Inter-Island Ferry

Hy-Line Cruises

877-665-2244

A very special pop-up in Nantucket Looms at Nantucket Looms, 51 Main Street

Celebrate Christmas in July on Nantucket with Vaillancourt’s Pop-Up at Nantucket Looms to introduce the newest Nantucket Santas during a two-day special event! This year, we’re unveiling two exquisite additions to our beloved Nantucket Series: Nantucket Basket Friends Santa and his charming companion, Nantucket Basket Friends Reindeer. Collectors will have the opportunity to purchase Premier Numbers of these new 2025 designs, starting with #1. In addition to the premiere pieces, Luke M. Vaillancourt will be bringing select favorites from past years—such as the Nautical Santa Riding Nantucket Whale and Santa Delivering Brant Point Toy on Nantucket Dory—along with retired chalkware pieces not seen in years. More at NantucketSanta.com

Health Care

Boston MedFlight

Your Life. Our Mission.

Donations accepted: Every dollar raised stays with the island BOSTON MEDFLIGHT is a nonprofit organization that provides transport to the sickest of the

508-228-3949

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See all that these sister islands have to offer! Ge there quicky and easily with HY-LINE CRUISES high-speed inter-island ferry service. In a little over one hour, you can hop on over to the Vineyard...and we can’t wait to take you there!

GET A 20% DISCOUNT on the inter-island ferry using promo code YESTERDAY. hylinecruises.com

Internet Guidebook

Insiders Guide to Nantucket: Nantucket.net

Beaches, Events, Museums, Biking, Classifieds, & More

Visit us online & follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider

508-228-9165

Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket at NANTUCKET.NET for a biking page, lighthouse page, festivals page, photo galleries, maps, parks & trails, and guides to lodging, dining, real estate, recreation, and much more! Our Calendar of Events is the most complete and is updated several times a week, year-round. Looking for a beach? Our Beach Listings have photos, videos, and info about all the best island beaches and where to find them. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to Nantucket.net and follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider Nantucket.net

Island Fun & Shopping

Island Apps

Call Nantucket

Your telephone book for Nantucket FREE download for IOS and Android Know who you want to call but need their phone number? Search by name on CALL NANTUCKET. Know what you want but not where to get it? Search by category on the up-to-date and locally produced CALL NANTUCKET app. This app is free to download and easy to use. Both white pages and yellow pages are included. callnantucket.com

Island Wildlife Refuge

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches!

Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2

your own look is endless and addicting. THE LOVE SHACK is home to our entire jewelry collection and is inspiration for our apparel, candles, hats, and more. Everything you need for your very own Love Shack! lolacompany.com

Nantucket Estate Jewelry and Fine Arts

508-228-0272

Open with New Selections for 2025 1 Orange Street Jewelry, Lightship Baskets, Art, Scrimshaw, & more

We feature fine estate jewelry in all price ranges - antique, vintage, and contemporary - including designers such as Tiffany, Cartier, Bulgari, Roberto Coin, and David Yurman. We also sell sterling silver jewelry and flatware and hollowware. We also carry a large assortment of Nantucket baskets and carved Nantucket purses, as well as a fine selection of antique scrimshaw. We stock an assortment of quality art work, including antique paintings, nautical items, maps, and island works by local artists. Follow us @Nantucket_Jewelry Nantucketestatejewelry.com

Nantucket Pearl Company

508-228-5646

Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required. thetrustees.org/ccwr

Visit the best beaches on the island at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. The greater coastscape, which includes the federally owned Great Point Lighthouse and Nantucket Conservation Foundation land, is a double-fingered peninsula jutting northward between the Atlantic Ocean and Nantucket Sounds is so much more: a blend of sandy beach, rolling dunes, and forest uplands both rugged and serene. The refuge provides multiple habitats for an array of coastal plant and animal species, including heather and beach plum, a maritime oak forest & savannah of red cedar – the largest of its kind in New England – which offer shelter to deer. At the beachfront, watch for horseshoe crabs advancing in extremely slow motion, seals basking in the sun, and shorebirds skittering above the surf line. Over-sand vehicle permits are required: you can purchase them online at thetrustees.org/permits. Rental jeep day passes available at the rental site & day passes available for personal 4x4 vehicles.

Jewelry

Blue Beetle

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm online & in the G.S. Hill Gallery, 40 Straight Wharf

American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

Authentic American-made jewelry from quality pearls at affordable prices. Jewelry designer Pam Freitus creates stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry from hand-selected pearls, stones, leather, crystals and glass. On some pieces, pearls are interspersed with turquoise and crystals or sapphire and diamond bling enhances the soft shimmer of the pearl’s whiteness. On others, the Ying & Yang of black and white is featured. Look for Pam’s signature: a small red bead that identifies the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearlcompany.com

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

Open Monday-Saturday 28A Easy Street Inspired and Creative Jewelry

Inspired by the ocean that surrounds her, be it in her Gallery on Nantucket or her winter home in Palm Beach Florida, Jewelry Designer, Susan Lister Locke creates highly sought after, unique jewelry using beautiful, and oftentimes rare, gemstones set in high karat gold & platinum. Her creations – from classic signet rings to one-of-a-kind necklaces – offer a fresh perspective on timeless jewelry, with the ultimate goal of always being highly wearable. Susan Lister Locke designs for all of life’s beautiful moments – the big and small, the ordinary and extraordinary. Follow @susanlisterlockejeweler susanlisterlocke.com

The Trinity Collection

Open for the summer season

508-228-3227

Open Daily 12 Main Street

Jewelry & Gifts

Icarus + Co.

Open Daily

Jewelry and Home Decor

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 specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces. Follow us @palmbeachnantucket

Library & Public Programs

Nantucket Atheneum

19 Old South Wharf

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

508-228-0229

Open daily 21 Centre Street

Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

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 leading American goldsmiths: Diana Kim England, Louis Reyes, Thomas Kruskal, and more. Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY: serving Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Katherine Grover Fine Jewelry

646-896-4013

See her exquisite collections online in Sylvia Antiques, 15 Main Street

Exquisite Custom Jewelry by Katie Grover

Inspired by the ancient 24 karat gold jewelry found in temple treasuries, buried hoards, and tombs, KATHERINE GROVER’s custom designs have a character and quality all of their own. Her iconic designs make perfect gifts that are destined to become treasured heirlooms. Grover’s designs are drawn from history, architecture, Nantucket, and the natural world and made using age-old techniques and tools. Her designs are available on Nantucket in SYLVIA ANTIQUES, 15 Main Street. Reach her by text or call at 646-896-4013 and shop online at katherinegroverfinejewelry.com

The Love Shack by Lola

Open daily

Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, & more!

508-228-1110

Open year-round. Books, Programs for All Ages, Concerts, & More 1 India Street Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM, our island’s public library is a vital community hub. We are open year-round and offer materials and services for all ages. More than 170,000 people come through our doors annually, where they have free access to 1.6 million books and a large collection of CDs, and DVDs. In addition, we offer many web-based services, a digital library, free computer use, WIFI, and more than 1,300 educational and cultural programs a year. Our historic building, which opened in 1847, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and filled with beautiful art and artifacts that celebrate our maritime heritage and the history of Nantucket. nantucketatheneum.org

Maritime Education & Events

Egan Maritime Institute

Maritime Education, History, Museum, Events & more

508-228-2505

EGAN MARITIME INSTITUTE members enjoy many benefits: unlimited admission to the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, access to historic and educational programs, and unique opportunities to sail aboard the Tall Ship Lynx. Sea of Opportunities is one of their offerings: a diverse offering of education and outreach programs available to every Nantucket student at multiple points throughout their education. It seeds the maritime workforce of tomorrow and opens doors for local youth to opportunities that will enhance their futures and our coastal community. eganmaritime.org

Mental Health Services

Fairwinds

774-325-5982

10 Old South Wharf

THE LOVE SHACK is welcoming back customers to their shop on Old South Wharf. AND your favorite items are also available online at lolacompany.com. LOLA™ designs and creates beautiful sterling jewelry with inspirational messages on the back marking important moments in peoples lives. With more than 30 pendant designs varying in size and gorgeous colors, creating

Call or text 508-228-2689

Emergencies: 508-221-3315 or 911 20 Vesper Lane, L-1 Gouin Village Nantucket’s Counseling Center

FAIRWINDS provides equal access to confidential, quality, professional care to all on Nantucket who seek mental health and addiction services, regardless of ability to pay. Contact us today at (508) 228-2689 to schedule an intake, or to get more information about any of our services. Same-day appointments are available. fairwindscenter.org

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Mortgages

Cape Cod 5

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Friday 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street

We’ll make your dream come true!

CAPE COD FIVE will give you more than just a mortgage... they’ll help make your dream come true! Fixed Rate, Adjustable Rate, Jumbo Loans, Affordable Housing, Construction & Land Loans for first time home buyers. Our knowledgeable, experienced mortgage loan officers are available to help you. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-247-1795 or visit our website at CapeCodFive.com capecodfive.com

Movies, Concerts, Celebrations

The Dreamland

See Our Website for Films & Events Nantucket’s Film & Cultural Center 17 South Water Street Films, Concerts, Celebrations, & Events

THE NANTUCKET DREAMLAND is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the cultural and intellectual life of Nantucket by providing year-round films, educational programs, and a venue for community activities that engage Nantucket in the evolving world of entertainment and education. Films are shown in our 314-seat Main Theatre, in our 110-seat Studio Theatre, and seasonally at our Drive-In at 7 Nobadeer Farm Road. Tickets are available at NantucketDreamland.org. Become a member and get special access, special pricing, and even free tickets! Check our schedule for film showings, Dreamland Stage productions, special concerts & events in the DREAMLAND’s Harbor View Room. NantucketDreamland.org

Museums & Sites

Maria Mitchell Association

Summer Programs for All Science center, aquarium, museums, & field trips

508-228-9198

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

Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

“Risk, Rescue, & Recognition: Nantucket’s Heroes of the Sea” drive or take a free shuttle to 158 Polpis Road

Daily Family Activities, Museum Talks & Tours

508-228-1885

Discover Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit: The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Family-friendly programs & displays appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point & Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. This summer, The Monaghan Gallery will showcase The US Coast Guard and Its Nantucket Missions of Rescue, Environmental Protection, and Maritime Law Enforcement. And the newly renovated boathouse will feature a new exhibit: Risk, Rescue, & Recognition: Nantucket’s Heroes of the Sea. Find many special events at: eganmaritime.org/shipwreck-lifesaving-museum. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

Nantucket Whaling Museum

508-228-1894

Admission $25; $23 seniors; $10 ages 6-17; under 6 free Island residents & NHA members admitted free 15 Broad Street

Your portal to Nantucket history.

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 film “Nantucket,” directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. nha.org

NHA Sites

Your portal to Nantucket history

508-228-1894

15 Broad Street

Historic Sites, Classes, Talks, & more nha.org

The Nantucket Historical Association preserves, interprets, and shares the diverse stories of Nantucket with all audiences through its collections, properties, programs, and research. In addition to the Nantucket Whaling Museum, the public is invited to visit THE OLDEST HOUSE, built in 1686 and believed to be the oldest residence on Nantucket still on its original site; THE OLD MILL, said to have been built in 1746, this is the only surviving mill of 5 that once stood overlooking Nantucket town; THE HADWEN HOUSE, a Greek Revival mansion built in 1846; GREATER LIGHT, a stunning and unique home that was built as a barn in 1790 and renovated & repurposed in the 1930s into a home that illustrates the era of Nantucket’s art colony

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days. Learn more about these sites and the others that the NHA keeps open for visitors at NHA.org

Pet Accessories & Gifts

Cold Noses

508-228-3731

Nantucket’s Go-To Pet Paradise is open daily 119 Pleasant Street Tail-wagging Treasures & Pet Services with Love COLD NOSES serves all your pet needs on Nantucket! Your favorite island pet boutique offers a wide variety of toys, treats, accessories, and necessities for your pets. Exclusive signature Nantucket collars and leashes feature different iconic island designs, including lighthouses, lobsters, whales, shells, baskets, and anchors. We have lots of toys for your four-legged friends, and for humans who love pets, we have fun gifts and ornaments. Stop in if you forget a critical pet item, if you are looking for that distinctive pet-themed Nantucket keepsake or a special something for a pet or pet person. Our pet services tailored with love include: Dog Wash and Pet Equipment Rentals. nantucketpetstore.com

Shoes

Respoke

Open for the 2025 Season

Respoke.com

41 Straight Wharf Iconic designer scarves repurposed RESPOKE repurposes iconic designer scarves into one-of-a-kind products featuring handcrafted Spanish made espadrilles. Experience a world of unique footwear, ready-to-wear, fine art, furniture, and accessories. Each piece carries more value and self-identity than its original form. Respoke was founded by best-selling author Michael Tonello, whose memoir, Bringing Home the Birkin, recounts the highlights of his years as a reseller of all things Hermes. Visit their Nantucket shop at 41 Straight Wharf and see what’s new for 2025! Respoke.com

Special Events

Annual August Fête

508-228-1387

August 7 from 6-9 pm PO Box 158, Nantucket, MA 02554

Each year, NANTUCKET PRESERVATION TRUST looks forward to their Annual August Fête as a celebration of the architectural heritage we are working to preserve, and our incredible supporters who help make that work possible. In 2025, our Annual August Fête will be held at the Eleanor Ham Pony Field. Tour historic homes in the historic Mill Street neighborhood, a piece of pastoral days gone by tucked away in Town. Enjoy cocktails and hearty hors d’oeuvres, a raw bar, and live music during a beautiful tented reception. The Fete also features NPT’s annual Sense of Place Auction. Tickets are now available nantucketpreservation.org nantucketpreservation.org

Boston Pops on Nantucket

August 9, 2025

Annual Concert on Jetties Beach

Bruce In The USA, a powerful and intense Springsteen tribute, will take the stage as the special musical guest at the 2025 annual Boston Pops on Nantucket, singing the music of Bruce Springsteen alongside the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra. Tickets are on sale now at nantuckethospital.org — General Admission Adults $30; Kids $10 (under age 5 are admitted free). For special reserved seating, call 508-825-8250. nantuckethospital.org

The Nantucket Series

877-665-2244

July 25 from 1-5 pm & July 26 from 10 am to 3 pm at Nantucket Looms, 51 Main Street A very special pop-up in Nantucket Looms Celebrate Christmas in July on Nantucket with Vaillancourt’s Pop-Up at Nantucket Looms to introduce the newest Nantucket Santas during a two-day special event! This year, we’re unveiling two exquisite additions to our beloved Nantucket Series: Nantucket Basket Friends Santa and his charming companion, Nantucket Basket Friends Reindeer. Collectors will have the opportunity to purchase Premier Numbers of these new 2025 designs, starting with #1. In addition to the premiere pieces, Luke M. Vaillancourt will be bringing select favorites from past years—such as the Nautical Santa Riding Nantucket Whale and Santa Delivering Brant Point Toy on Nantucket Dory—along with retired chalkware pieces not seen in years. More at NantucketSanta.com

NHA Hands-On History 2025

Fun Activities for Families during July & August in the Whaling Museum Discovery Center Details in the calendar of events

Rain: a Tribute to The Beatles

508-228-1894

No trip to Nantucket is complete without learning about our island’s history with the NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION. During July and August, families can learn while having fun at the NHA’s Tactile Talks & Crafts with special guest performances on Fridays! These sessions change each day of the week and are ideal for kids and families. Stop by the Whaling Museum Discovery Center on Broad Street Monday through Friday from 10:15 am to 4:30 pm. Join the NHA as a member and save! nha.org

Noble and Greenough School

July 24 from 6 to 8 pm in The Club Car, 1 Main Street Nobles Community Gathering

The Nobles community is invited to join Head of School Cathy Hall for a 21+ summer gathering Thursday, July 24 from 6 to 8 pm on Nantucket Island in The Club Car, 1 Main Street. Enjoy conversation, hearty hors d’oeuvres and summer cocktails. nobles.edu

508-228-4305

Benefit on July 30, 2025 from 6-10 pm Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

COME TOGETHER with THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket for the highlight of summer—the international sensation, RAIN, A Tribute to the BEATLES. Experience the “British invasion” as we party the night away under the tent at Bartlett Farm. Fabulous food & sushi will be served PLUS guests can participate in a curated auction featuring items that only TWN can deliver. WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS, this benefit will be an unparalleled evening that celebrates the summer vibes and TWN’s 69th Season as the only professional theatre on Nantucket. theatrenantucket.org

Stand Up Comedy with Jane Condon & Cathy Ladman

July 29: Doors open at 6:30 pm in The Dreamland Theatre

Love live comedy? Love women in comedy? Come to the Dreamland Theatre on Tuesday, July 29th to see hilarious CT comedy mom Jane Condon (the AP calls her “an upper-crust Roseanne”) along with the hysterical, LA-based Cathy Ladman (HBO, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Winner: American Comedy Award for Best Female Standup)! Jane tours with the Ladies of Laughter, and she loves doing her annual summer comedy show. Cathy’s comedy focuses on family, growing up, relationships, and real life from a very personal perspective. Show tickets are available now! NantucketDreamland.org

Swim Across America

July 26, 2025 at Jetties Beach

Relay Swim to Raise Funds to Fight Cancer

Jetties Beach

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA began as a relay swim from Nantucket to Hyannis and has evolved into 16 open water swims and dozens of pool swims around the country. We are continuing the tradition of SAA on Nantucket with another swim this July 26, 2025! Join swimmers at a gorgeous venue for a day to remember this July and be a part of this landmark event this summer! Kids’ Splash, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile, and 1-mile swim options, plus 2x2-mile relay and 4-mile swim options on Nantucket’s north shore. Register for OR donate to the Nantucket Open Water Swim at swimacrossamerica.org/nantucket

Theatre

Nantucket Performing Arts Center

Aug. 1-14: Theatre People or The Angel Next Door

Aug. 19: Seth Meyers 5 North Water Street

A collaborative hub for the island’s artistic community NantucketPerformingArts.org

In the heart of downtown Nantucket, NANTUCKET PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the performing arts on Nantucket. NPAC is the home for a resident Actors’ Equity theater company while supporting other cultural organizations, festivals, and artistic endeavors on-island. NPAC is committed to enhancing the island’s vibrant cultural scene, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all community members. Tickets for 2025 productions at Nantucketperformingarts.org/events

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

Million Dollar Quartet through August 23

Buyer & Cellar July 25-August 14

Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

508-228-4305

Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. On July 9, the curtain goes up on MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, an electrifying, toe-tapping, heartpounding musical event of the season that tells the story of an unforgettable night in 1956 when Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presleycame together for a once-ina-lifetime jam session. Get your tickets today at theatrenantucket.org! TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway! theatrenantucket.org

Thrift Shop

Hospital Thrift Shop

508-228-1125

Open Mon., Wed., Fri 10-12:30 & 1-3:30, Tues. & Thurs. 1-3:30 & 5:30-8 pm, & Sat. 10-12:30 17 India Street

Clothing, housewares, furniture & more

In 1929, a small group of dedicated women volunteers established the Thrifty Shop, selling affordable, recycled men, women and children clothing, household items and furniture to benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Now incorporated as THE HOSPITAL THRIFT SHOP this store has donated millions to the NCH. Shopping hours in May are Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10 am to 12:30 pm & 1-3:30 pm + Tuesday & Thursday 1-3:30 pm and 5:30 to 8 pm + Saturday 10 am to 12:30 pm. hospitalthriftshop.org

Seconds Shop

Open Daily 10-4, closed Wednesday

508-228-6677

Call about making donation 32 Sparks Avenue

Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? SECONDS SHOP, open at 32 Sparks Ave (between On Island Gas and Cumberland Farms), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of gently used clothing, jewelry, house wares, 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 Fairwinds: Nantucket’s Counseling Center. Bring in the display ad in this publication for $5 off your purchase of $25 or more. secondsshop.org

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Tours

Bartlett’s Farm Tours

Reserve your spot at BartlettsFarm.com

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

Immersive PYO Veggies & Flowers Tours bartlettsfarm.com

Step aboard the Bartlett Farm hay wagon as they take you on a journey to the heart of their produce or flower fields, where you can witness first-hand what’s in-season. You’ll have plenty of time to stop at multiple points of interest along the way, and they’ll provide you with a bag so you can fill it up with farm-fresh vegetables to take home or with the clippers and instruction to make your own bouquet. Dates, times, and reservations at bartlettsfarm.com/farm-tours

Tours - Bus & Van

Barrett’s Tours

508-228-0174

1-1/2 hr tour; departs daily at 10:30am, 1:30 pm, & 3:30 pm from 25 Federal St Private charters available

BARRETT’S TOURS is the oldest tour company on Nantucket. With years of experience in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service & unforgettable experiences.

BARRETT’S offers 1-1/2 hour historic tours with experienced guides daily from 25 Federal Street (across from the Visitors Center) at 10:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. Our team of professionals is committed to ensuring your comfort, safety, and satisfaction. Whether you’re exploring the historic scenic beauty of Nantucket, celebrating a special occasion, or planning your dream wedding, we have the perfect transportation solution for you. Trust Barrett’s Tours to make your travel experience truly remarkable. For more information and reservations, please call 508-228-0174. BarrettsTours.com

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

508-257-6557

Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Call for reservations & pickup Pickup at 25 Federal St, across from Information Bureau

Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”

GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving tours for more than 25 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger van with comfortable individual seats, AC, huge windows, and leg room! She’ll pick you up at 25 Federal Street 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: if Gail is on a tour, she’ll call you back.

Nantucket Island Tours

3 Great Tours - Don’t miss our NEW Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

508-228-0334

42 Straight Wharf Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company

NANTUCKET ISLAND TOURS is the largest provider of tours, charters, & transportation services on-island. For more than 70 years, Nantucket Island Tours offers daily tours May-October, corporate charters, wedding & event transportation. Air-conditioned buses & experienced local guides. We offer multiple tours daily May-October: the new Elin Hilderbrand’s Blue Book Tour a 2-hour tour on Wed., Thurs., & Sun. featuring iconic island spots in Hilderbrand’s novels, led by Elin’s sister ~ the 75-minute Signature Tour which departs 3 x a day ~ the longer 2-1/2-hour Westender Tour offered Mon.-Thurs. Learn the history of our diverse island, from the founders, the Whaling Days through the present. See the Oldest House, The Old Mill, The African American Meeting House, ‘Sconset Village, Sankaty Lighthouse, The Shipwreck Museum...and many more beautiful sights. Departures are from Straight Wharf. Buy tickets in advance at nantucketbustours.com, with your HyLine ferry ticket or in-person at 42 Straight Wharf. Tours sell out daily: advance reservations recommended. nantucketbustours.com

Tours - Over-Sand Vehicles

Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches!

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours with NHA

Walking Tours offered by Nantucket Historical Assoc. depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St.

Departs at 10:45 am & 1:30 pm Mon.-Sat.

508-228-1894

Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:45 am and at 1:30 pm. Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum Monday-Saturday from June 2-Sept. 30, rain or shine. Tickets: $25 adults, $5 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Walking tours are offered daily. nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout

see website for hikes & times

Book online & pickup at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St

508-228-5646

Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2 Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required. thetrustees.org/ccwr

508-422-7466

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket nantucketwalkabout.com

Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology, and the Native Americans that lived here. Rated 5 out of 5 on Trip Advisor. Adults $65-80; children ages 13 & younger $30. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466.

Nantucket Walking Tours

774-325-8972

Ghost Walks, morning exercise walks + afternoon tours. Call for Private Tours

See calendar for times & where to meet

Explore Nantucket: No reservations necessary

The ORIGINAL NANTUCKET GHOST WALK is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. A fascinating evening stroll to five of the island’s most haunted locations, led by the original guide. See Calendar of Events for date & times & descriptions. Meet the guide 10 min. early at the corner of Main & Centre sts, near the bank steps. Discounts for groups of 10 or more. Cash only. No reservations necessary. Private tours are available for all walks. It’s a great way to see and enjoy springtime on Nantucket. whjamieson@gmail.com

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line

Travel daily; see schedule for times

508-228-3949

Make your reservations online Straight Wharf High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Ferry Service from Hyannis hylinecruises.com

Year-round, High-Speed Ferry Service between Nantucket and Hyannis. Seasonal, High-Speed Inter-Island Ferry Service between Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. With our convenient, daily departures all summer, let us whisk you away to the Cape, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard! While onboard, enjoy freshly-made food from our snack bar also featuring local beer, wine, and spirits. Visit us online for schedules, reservations, helpful blog posts, and more!

Steamship Authority

508-228-0262

Reservations: steamshipauthority.com 1 Steamboat Wharf

Watches

Trinity Collection

508-228-7557

Open for the summer season 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 specialize in fine watches such as: Franck Muller, Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Cartier, Chronoswiss, Audemars, Graham, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin, Pierre Kunz, U Boat, and Rolex—vintage and contemporary. We also offer fine jewelry, contemporary and estate. We take trades and are always looking to purchase timepieces. Follow us @palmbeachnantucket

Dining Guide

Bakeries

Nantucket Bake Shop

508-228-2797

Mon.: 6:30 am to 1 pm &Tues.-Sat.: 6:30 am to 4:30 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

The delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love + Gluten-Free goodies! Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our egg sandwiches, fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, & danish 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! Our traditional baked goods are preservative free and hand batched on Nantucket Island. Most of our cookies and our granola are gluten free. Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website. Nantucketbakeshop.com

Brewers

Cisco Brewers

Home of Cisco Brewers, Nantucket Vineyard, and 888

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

CISCO BREWERS is Nantucket’s first & only craft brewery and prides itself on celebrating a deep-rooted New England island heritage through its portfolio of approachable, sessionable, and coastally-inspired beers. Founded near Cisco Beach in 1995 by hard-working, entrepreneurial islanders, CISCO BREWERS has gained a cult-like following across the Northeast. Visit its open-air beer garden while on Nantucket to enjoy a laid-back, good times atmosphere, live music, and a refreshing pint or two or a craft cocktail made with our own 888. Private tours may be arranged in advance. Table seating is first-come, first-served — reservations are not accepted. Family & dog-friendly. ciscobrewers.com

Light Food & Take-Out

45 Surfside Bakery & Cafe

Breakfast & lunch daily

Take out or eat in our dining room or outdoor patio

774-333-3981

45 Surfside Road

out. Try their tasty Off-Shore Nibbles, their amazing BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, one of their chargrilled specialty burgers, or indulge in some of their sensational seafood dishes! They have hearty hot and cold sandwiches and salads, and their pizzas are a favorite with patrons! There’s plenty of parking; major credit cards accepted. Visit thefaregrounds.com to see the menus and call FAREGROUNDS at 508-228-4095 to order your takeout. Closed Sunday & Monday TheFaregrounds.com

Nantucket Bake Shop

508-228-2797

Mon.: 6:30 am to 1 pm & Tues.-Sat.: 6:30 am to 4:30 pm 17-1/2 Old South Road

The delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love + Gluten-Free goodies!

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

Siam to Go

508-228-SIAM (7426)

Open Monday-Friday from 4 to 8 pm at The Hive, 5 Amelia Drive

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 delicious curries. The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like General Tso’s Chicken, Drunken Noodles, and Orange Chicken. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so order online to enjoy a taste of Thailand that you can enjoy at home, on the boat, at the beach...anywhere on Nantucket. siamtogonantucket.com

Sushi Sean 11:11

Fresh Sushi Takeout 11 am to 2 pm & from 5pm

774-485-2078

Japanese Inspired Sushi Bar, Cocktails mid-island at 130 Pleasant Street Nestled in Nantucket’s Mid-Island, SUSHI SEAN 11:11 SUSHI BAR redefines modern Japanese cuisine. We offer an exciting twist on sushi with innovative rolls and fresh sashimi. Savor our sensational Japanese flavors and our patron favorites. Experience a vibrant culinary journey where traditional flavors meet contemporary flair. Call 774-485-2078 to order TAKE-OUT of fresh sushi and Japanese flavors. We’re easy to reach in mid-island, with parking. Ask about our catering services for your summer gatherings! SushiSean1111.com

Live Entertainment

The Brotherhood of Thieves

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

45Surfside.com

Enjoy award-winning pastry chef/owner Rebecca Moesinger’s delicious pastries, hearty breakfasts, and tasty lunches at 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFE. You can enjoy breakfast & lunch daily from 6:30am until 2pm in their air-conditioned dining room or on their outdoor patio. In addition to burritos, breakfast sandwiches, salads, and hot & cold subs and wraps, they serve bubbly delights and refreshing smoothies. Order online from the QR code in our ad. 45 SURFSIDE BAKERY & CAFÉ is located along Surfside Road on your way to the beach. We have plenty of parking and are a few steps from an NRTA bus stop.

508-228-9403

33 Bartlett Farm Road

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

A 7th generation family farm growing fresh vegetables on 200 acres of historic Nantucket farm land. Find our full service grocery store onsite with specialty items like quality meats, artisanal cheeses and dairy, olive oils, organic snacks, and more. Order groceries and made to order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our FARM KITCHEN offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...and delicious dinner specials. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Cook’s Cafe

Open Daily for Takeout

Healthy Take Out — Wraps & Smoothies

508-228-8810

6 South Beach Street

COOK’S CAFE is the way to eat healthy while you’re on Nantucket. Start your day right with one of their breakfast wraps, a toasted bagel, and a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing breakfast smoothie. Their Mermaid Magic Smoothie is a great way to start your day! For lunch or later, order one of COOK’S hearty wraps—there are more than 15 to choose from in two sizes, and they also have vegan specialties! All wraps are affordably priced. Go international with the “Bangkok Chicken Wrap,” the “Tokyo Curry Wrap,” the “Napoleon,” or try one of their tasty Bowls. They also have some classics: Italian, Turkey, Tuna Salad, Buffalo Chicken, and more! COOK’s smoothies make a terrific afternoon snack. You can call in or order online at cookscafenantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport

Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking “Fly into CROSSWINDS...where huge portions & delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun & diverse menu which spans breakfast (6 am-1:30 pm), lunch, and dinner. We also have a complete children’s menu. Crosswinds is the place to go to pick up a tasty and filling meal at a great price! CrosswindsNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

774-325-5812

Open 7 days a week 11:30 am to midnight 23 Broad Street

Good food. Good drinks. Good company.

Cisco Brewers

508-325-5929

Open 7 Days a Week 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Live Entertainment Is Back - check website for schedule

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595

Open daily from 11:30 am 23 South Water Street

Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

Theroseandcrown.com

THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub. Whether it’s live local music, guided paint nights, house DJs, big screens for games, or our notorious karaoke competitions, we have your entertainment needs covered. In-season, we have entertainment 7 days a week, with early and late-night options, so everyone has a chance to enjoy the fun. Check our website for off-season entertainment listings.

Markets

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

508-228-4095

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am. Delicious & affordable. Indoor Dining & Great Patio Bar 27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS offers their menu items for take-

A 7th generation family farm growing fresh vegetables on 200 acres of historic Nantucket farm land. Find our full service grocery store onsite with specialty items like quality meats, artisanal cheeses and dairy, olive oils, organic snacks, and more. Order groceries and made to order foods online at Bartlettsfarm.com. Peruse our selection of ‘well-farmed’ wines, craft beers and ciders. Our Farm kitchen offers take-out breakfast sandwiches, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea…for lunch we have sandwiches, lobster rolls, clam chowder...and delicious dinner specials. Grab lunch on your way to the beach, or food and beverages for your BBQ on the way home. Bartlett’s Farm, Who’s Your Farmer? bartlettsfarm.com

Dining Guide

Restaurants

The Brotherhood of Thieves

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 15

774-325-5812

Open 7 days a week 11:30 am to midnight 23 Broad Street

Good food. Good drinks. Good company.

Whether you are a first-time or returning visitor to Nantucket, THE BROTHERHOOD OF THIEVES, 23 Broad Street, must be on your To Do List! This landmark island eatery, offers 4 concepts to enjoy—a downstairs pub echoing a 1840s Whaling tavern, a second floor Cisco Kitchen & Bar with a surf shack vibe and live music, the Notch Whiskey Bar, and a Beer Garden on their patio— all in the heart of downtown Nantucket. THE BROTHERHOOD’s different menus feature fresh salads, sushi, hot & cold appetizers, nachos, hearty burgers & sandwiches, their famous curly fries, and entrees featuring fish, chicken, and steak. To accompany your meal, THE BROTHERHOOD serves Cisco & other craft beers on draft, wines by the glass & by the bottle, and more than a dozen signature cocktails. brotherhoodnantucket.com

The Chanticleer

508-257-4499

Lunch & Dinner Tuesday-Sunday 9 New Street, Siasconset

Reservations available on resy.com or 508.257.4499

Originally opened as a small tea house at the turn of the century, THE CHANTICLEER is now one of the premier restaurants on Nantucket. One of the most romantic destinations on-island, you may linger here over an intimate lunch in the Rose Garden or come together with family and friends for a convivial dinner in one of our personal dining rooms: al fresco on warm evenings. The lush gardens produce organic herbs, flowers, berries, and seasonal vegetables for the kitchen. An extensive wine list features some of the finest wines in the world. Reservations are available on resy.com or by calling 508-257-4499 chanticleernantucket.com

Crosswinds Restaurant & Bar

508-228-6005

Open daily 6 am to 9 pm all year 14 Airport Road at the Nantucket Airport Biggest portions & great food at the best prices; Free & Easy Parking “Fly into CROSSWINDS...where huge portions & delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun & diverse menu which spans breakfast (6 am-1:30 pm), lunch, and dinner with extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections. Bring the kiddies with you—we also have a complete children’s menu. 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. Our friendly, courteous staff will give you a casually elegant dining experience at Crosswinds. CrosswindsNantucket.com

The Faregrounds

508-228-4095

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am. Affordable Family Dining Indoor Dining & Great Patio Bar 27 Fairgrounds Road FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze while you enjoy outdoor dining, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by daily specials. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party! FAREGROUNDS is 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. Closed Sunday & Monday TheFaregrounds.com

Rose & Crown

508-228-2595

Open daily from 11:30 am 23 South Water Street Indoor & Outdoor Dining ~ Takeout Available theroseandcrown.com

THE ROSE & CROWN is a perennial favorite of islanders and visitors. Stop by for one of the largest draft Craft Beer selections on the island and our scratch made Eclectic Pub Fare. We offer everything you could desire, including nachos and wings, sandwiches and our famous burgers, lobster rolls, local seafood, and mouth watering steaks, plus gluten-free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu. Eat indoors or at our sidewalk tables. And you can order online for takeout. Check theroseandcrown.com for current hours, menus, & daily specials.

Sushi Sean 11:11

774-485-2078

Brunch 11 am to 2 pm & Dinner from 5pm 130 Pleasant Street

Japanese Inspired Sushi Bar, Cocktails Nestled in Nantucket’s Mid-Island, SUSHI SEAN 11:11 SUSHI BAR redefines modern Japanese cuisine. We offer an exciting twist on sushi with innovative rolls, fresh sashimi, and specialty cocktails. Experience a vibrant culinary journey where traditional flavors meet contemporary flair in a chic, inviting atmosphere. SushiSean1111.com

Wine & Spirits

Mór Wine

Curated selection of wines & spirits

Open 10 am to 9 pm 16 Federal Street

This new boutique bottle shop founded by Edwin Claflin, chef & owner of Oran Mór Bistro, in partnership with Eileen Harkness, proprietor of the resale boutique Commonwealth Nantucket. Their goal is to enrich the island’s wine scene by offering a curated grower champagnes, unique spirits, and small-producer wines. From wine to whiskey, they have that bottle you’ve been looking for as well as the one you didn’t know you wanted. morwine.com

Nantucket Vineyard

Fine Nantucket wines

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

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

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

8:30 AM - Historic Whaling Era Mansions, 1746 Windmill

1-3/4 mile, 50 minute morning exercise walk - with historic commentary- past beautiful Whaling-era mansions, out to America’s Oldest Windmill, and back into town. Led by the 3-Time runner-up in the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Centre and Main, in front of the bank steps. 10 min early. no reservations necessary whjamieson@gmail.com

8:30 to 10 AM - Marine Ecology Field Trip for Ages 10+

Discover the sea creatures of Nantucket Harbor as you help collect, identify, and release marine life using a seine net. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required Registration Required.

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:30 AM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Get ready for mess-filled fun as children 2-6 create “Slime Sundaes” with sprinkles, glitter, charms, gummy bears, and more! Plus, they’ll learn the science behind slime while we handle the cleanup $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11:30 AM - Talk by Actor John Shea

Meet acclaimed actor and Sconset resident John Shea as he shares tales from Hollywood and Broadway at the Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street. SusanListerLocke.com

10 AM to 5 PM - Watermarks: Permanent Collection in the Artists Association of Nantucket Big Gallery, upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf. Reception July 25 from 5 to 7 pm. Exhibit continues to August 3.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Sheep, Wool, & Textiles

Learn about materials that make your clothes and the tradition of raising sheep on Nantucket connecting to the Behind the Seams summer exhibition, and make a fluffy sheep to take home. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. nha.org

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 AM to 1 PM - Nantucket By Water Oyster Tours

Tour a working Oyster Farm and learn what goes into growing the perfect Nantucket Oyster. Call 508-228-7037 or book online at nantucketbywater.com Departs again at 1:00 PM

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Art Deco Cream Jewelry Cake Box, Mirror, & Frame Decorating

This trendy new Barnaby’s Class is all the rage! Kids will enjoy decorating a Jewelry Box and mirror using whipped clays and charms, mimicking the look and feel of frosting! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand

Meet the author of The Blue Book and many other novels at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. The first 120 in line at Mitchell’s will get a ticket. No pre-purchase is required. You can start lining up at 10am. Only books purchased at Nantucket Book Partners can be signed.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

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11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

Visit historic sites in Town and the Village of Madaket. Also enjoy stops at Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm & at Cisco Brewers where you can enjoy libations & food vendors. The experience lasts about 21/2 hours. Tickets $85. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

1 to 3:30 PM - Day Sail Aboard the Lynx

2 to 3:30 PM - Free Hands-On Lifesaving Demos at Shipwreck & Live Saving Museum

2 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. Hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza for Age 4+

Discover what insects & small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & trees of Nantucket with MMA Natural Science Museum staff. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

2 to 4:30 PM - Drop-In Craft Gam with No Instruction

Bring any project you are working on to this open session & work in the company of other creative people to share knowledge & learn from others. This weekly session is open to all levels. No instruction is provided but basic tools available for use.

1800 House, 4 Mill Street. Decorative Arts: nha.org

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

restaurants, & beaches, & showcases island spots prominent in her novels. Tickets $100. Book at 42 Straight Wharf, on line at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

4 PM - Getting Slime-y! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Kids make a batch of slime while learning about measurements & the true science behind slime making.Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! All ages, $58: register at Barnabysworld.com.

4 to 5 PM - Behind the Scenes at the Research Library Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at ephemera from across the NHA collections. Research Library, 7 Fair Street. nha.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewers Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, firstserved: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

5 to 7:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Tall Ship Lynx Enjoy a stunning sunset sail in Nantucket Sound aboard Tall Ship Lynx, with stories of the island’s waterfront history shared by an Egan Maritime guide. BYOB & bring snacks! Launch departs Straight Wharf at 5 p.m. and incl. museum admission & launch fee. First-come, first-served. $125 (Egan member $100). 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

5:30 to 7 PM - AAN 10x10 Collage + Sip at Ten Easy

Help make a 10” x 10” Nantucket-inspired collage, led by AAN artists & instructors Elizabeth Buccino & Lizbet Carroll Fuller. Tickets $50 at NantucketArts.org/events

Materials and refreshments included.

5:30 to 7 PM - Teen Trivia for Teens 13+

Join the Atheneum for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Bring a friend or come alone and test your knowledge. Snacks will be provided. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

Events & Entertainment

5:30 to 8:30 PM - Game Night (with Mag-ACK the Gathering)

A night of board games, card games, and Mag-ACK The Gathering. Free for adults and teens 13+ Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club For Ages 13-18

Explore dungeons, battle monsters, & let your inner warrior out in our beginnerfriendly Dungeons & Dragons club. Bring is your imagination & a hunger for adventure. All levels welcome. Register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6 to 8 PM - Live Music with Andrea Marie

Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

6:15 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A hiking experience through part of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. Book at 508422-7466 or at WalkNantucket.com

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Atheneum Knitting Group

The Atheneum Knitters Group is a fun, relaxed place to share your projects with like-minded people or learn new techniques. Attendees will be required to wear a mask at all times. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

7 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7:30 to 8:30 PM - Free & Open to All: Women’s Support Group

Join a supportive space for women to connect, share, and grow together. Build confidence, celebrate resilience, and empower one another in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 PM - Free Lecture

“Then and Now: A Conversation About a Life in the Arts on Nantucket at NISDA, 23 Wauwinet Rd. Suggested donation $10

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

9 to 9:45 PM - Open Night: Stargazing at MMA’s Loines Observatory

THURSDAY, JULY 31

STORY WALK: THE NIGHT GARDENER

Read The Night Gardener by Terry & Eric Fan during July in the Nantucket Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

8:30 AM - Pick Your Own Flowers Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

9 to 9:45 AM - Feeding Frenzy at Maria Mitchell Assn. Aquarium

Join MMA staff as they feed the hungry creatures at the Aquarium before it opens. Fun for all ages. Registration required Registration Required.

9 to 9:45 AM - Ravenous Reptiles for Ages 4+

Join MMA staff for a tour & animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum & learn about the unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:15 to 10 AM - Marine Storytime - Ages 3+

9:30 AM - Finger Painting Madness! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 2-6

Your little ones will enjoy a fun-filled messy class as they explore the art of painting creating as many works of art as their hearts desire. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

Island/Today’s Nantucket

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Dance Party in the Garden

Fun songs & singing games in Atheneum Garden. Bring a blanket to sit on. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encouraged. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Tickets at 508-228-5585 or EndeavorSailing.com. Repeated at 1:30 & 3:30 pm.

10 AM - Gail’s Tours of Nantucket

Daily in-depth van tour of Nantucket with 7th generation native as your guide. Intown pickup. To reserve a seat, call 508-257-6557. Tours again at 1 & 3 pm

10 to 11 AM - Nantucket by Water Whaling History Tour

Learn what life was like in the late 1800’s during the Whaling Era, and see some remaining historic landmarks. Call 508-228-7037 or at nantucketbywater.com

10 AM to 1 PM - Seafarer Thursdays at the Shipwreck & Life Saving Museum

10 AM to 5 PM - Art Show Featuring Whitney Kreb & Julija Mostykanova

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Oldest House Kitchen Garden

10:30 - Barrett’s Tours

Historic tours offered daily departing from 25 Federal St., across from the Visitors Centre. Reservations: 508-228-0174. Offered again at 1:30 & 3:30 pm

10:30 to 11:30 AM - Close Looking: An Introduction to Scientiﬁc Illustration

Discover the art of scientific illustration in this class led by Nikoline Bohr using real specimens from the Maria Mitchell Association’s collections Open to most ages. Materials provided. Pre-registration at MariaMitchell.org

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Pick Your Own Veggies Tour at Bartlett’s Farm

11 AM - Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

11 to 11:45 AM - Nature Storytime for Ages 3+

11 AM to 12 PM - Find Waldo Local Party

A fun annual event at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street.

11:15 AM - The Signature Tour: a Traditional Historic Tour of Nantucket

11:15 AM - Nantucket by Water Harbor Tour & Ice Cream Cruise

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

Wharf, at nantucketbustours.com, or at 508-228-0334.

1 to 2:30 PM - Live Music by Phantom Planet at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road and enjoy live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com

2 to 3 PM - Read to a Buddy with R.E.A.D. Dogs for Ages 6-12

3 to 4 PM - Free Children’s Chess Club for Grades 2 to 6

3 PM - Sconset Tour with Nantucket Preservation Trust

3 to 5 PM - Island Tours Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour

4 PM - Paint & Decoupage Seashells! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

$58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Current Vintage Wine Tasting & Trunk Show at Commonwealth Commonwealth is hosting Current Vintage for a pop up this week,Thursday-Sunday. The queen of vintage, Beth English, will be hosting for a welcome reception & wine tasting Thursday, 4-7 pm. Commonwealth will continue to have her vintage selections available for the rest of the weekend at 16 Federal Street. commonwealthnantucket.com

4 to 8:30 PM - The Blue Bistro Bash

Step into The Blue Bistro world with a fashion show, live auction, cocktails, and a lively conversation with Elin Hilderbrand, Tim Ehrenberg, and special guest Angela Raynor. Book signings, bites inspired by the novel, & dancing. Tickets on sale at nantucketbookfestival.org/events/the-blue-bistro-bash At the Nantucket Hotel & Resort, 77 Easton St. Proceeds support Nantucket Book Foundation.

5:15 to 6:15 PM - Nantucket by Water Cocktail Cruise

Escape the summer crowds & enjoy breathtaking views as you cruise around Nantucket Harbor with family & friends. On board music. BYOB. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

6 PM - Permanent Collection Dinner: Honoring G.S. Hill

The Permanent Collection Dinner will be held as a fundraiser for the Artists Association’s 80th anniversary. A Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to G.S. Hill. Big Gallery, 12 Straight Wharf. nantucketarts.org

6 PM - TGIT for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

6 to 7 PM - ELL Beginner & Intermediate English Class

Learn basic conversation or improve English skills. Class in English; details: 508228-1110 x113. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 PM - Sunset Sail Aboard the Endeavor

Enjoy a stunning sunset from the water. Reservations at EndeavorSailing.com or 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Time changes with sunset.

7 PM - Jaws - a 50th anniversary screening

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS with a special screening of Steven Spielberg’s iconic thriller. When a great white terrorizes the town of Amity, 3 unlikely heroes set out to stop it. With unforgettable performances & a legendary score, JAWS. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org