Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 55, Issue #11, July 31 - August 6, 2025 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

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photo by Mark Smith

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2024 photo contest entry by William T. Luna of Hebron, IN

‘Rainbow Reflections’

Pendants P Gold

NHA Community Day

This Wednesday, August 6, from 9 am to 12 noon, the Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) is hosting a special Summer of Seams Community Day at Children's Beach, when all ages can participate in a tradition of community connection that is part of the tapestry of life on Nantucket.

The fun includes hands-on crafts, activities, and demonstrations that tie into and add an interactive aspect to the NHA’s main 2025 exhibit “Behind the Seams: Clothing and Textiles on Nantucket.” And at this event, the public can get a first look at the Community Quilt project that was part of the exhibit. At 11 am, a community fashion show will be held on the Children’s Beach bandstand.

This community gathering is the second time that the NHA has offered a free and family-friendly interpretation of its major exhibit. This year, the Community Day is designed to create a bridge between Nantucket's rich textile heritage and contemporary community engagement.

“Behind the Seams: Clothing and Textiles on Nantucket” presents a fascinating journey through our island’s history and culture, showcasing more than 150 objects garments and textiles that span centuries of Nantucket life. The variety of garments reveals details about how islanders lived, worked, and celebrated across different social classes and time periods, including items from practical work clothing worn by whalers and their families to elaborate formal wear that reflected the island’s prosperity during the height of the whaling era. The collection includes pieces that demonstrate the global connections fostered by Nantucket's maritime trade, with fabrics and styles that arrived from distant ports, as well as locally-made items that reflect the island's unique cultural identity.

Through careful conservation and thoughtful display, these textile treasures illuminate stories of craftsmanship, fashion, economics, and social change that might otherwise remain hidden behind the seams of history. The exhibition continues through November 2 in the Nantucket Whaling Museum.

Rain date for the NHA’s Summer of Seams Community Day at Children’s Beach is Thursday, August 7.

A New Chapter in the Island Theatre Scene

by Suzanne Daub

Early this spring, a board member from the Nantucket Performing Arts Center (NPAC) approached director Mark Shanahan during intermission of Theatre People, or The Angel Next Door in the Westport Country Playhouse, and the conversations and collaborations that followed brought this theater production to our island in record time. “He came to me and said ‘I think this would be great on Nantucket,’” Shanahan recalls. What typically takes a year to plan became a summer reality, part of an new chapter in Nantucket’s theater scene.

For the Nantucket production, Shanahan brought his original design team but recast entirely with seasoned professionals. “The cast are all Broadway veterans and tv and film regulars...you’ll probably recognize some,” he said. “It’s always a pleasure to re-explore a play... this time I have a different cast, so I’ve made some changes. It’s great to see how different actors react to a play”

“What still surprises me is how often the most powerful moments in a production come from something completely unplanned. You try to prepare as best you can before you start, but then in rehearsal, someone tries something new, or a mistake turns into something brilliant. And suddenly, there’s the unexpected laugh you didn’t know would be there, or that moment that makes the audience hold its breath. If you stay open to those discoveries, they often become the heart of the show — the moments audiences remember long after they leave the theatre. We’ve found a lot of heart in Theatre People. A lot of laughter- and a lot of sweet, tender moments, too.”

Casting this play by Paul Slade Smith correctly, Shanahan commented was key: “The first thing is get a fantastic cast that love what they do and can land every joke without overplaying it. They must play it as it matters to them. This play has to keep moving quickly and not let the audience get ahead of it. The entrances and exits must happen lightning-fast. Timing is everything in landing the comedy and letting the audience enjoy it.”

The production is on the NPAC stage August 1-14. “Theatre People, or The Angel

A Perfect Escape from Reality

by Sarah Wright

After “musical theater,” the second most beautiful words in the English language are “90 minutes, no intermission.” Thanks to the third production in the Theatre Workshop of Nantucket’s current season, Buyer & Cellar offers audiences a perfect escape from reality. Think of it like this: “memorabilia, light the corners of my mind.”

If you marvel at one-person shows as I do, you are in for a theatrical treat: Robbie Simpson’s tour-de-force about a singular woman working through lots of stuff underneath her barn. Set in the windowless basement of a certain diva’s domicile, Buyer & Cellar evokes the 7-1/2 floor in “Being John Malkovich” because both are portals into the psyches of famous actors.

Some background...the singular woman in question is none other than Barbra Streisand. Inspired by her 2010 coffee table book “My Passion for Design,” playwright Jonathan Tolis honed his comedic chops after reading a particular passage in Streisand’s first book. While the tome tackles taste writ large, the chapter about a re-created shopping mall in her basement grabbed his attention.

Buyer & Cellar takes place in Malibu. Sam Transleau’s scenic design and Katy Feldhahn’s set dressing capture the subterranean set well, clearing space for viewers to use their imagination while Simpson engages multiple characters in conversation. Likewise, Stephen Petrilli’s lighting prowess subtly shifts time here, sequencing the plot by propelling things forward. In other words, TWN’s passion for design and visual style adds to the play’s light and breezy vibe.

From the start, Simpson takes center-stage as struggling actor Alex More, issuing several disclaimers about what audiences are about to see. For example, Alex disclaims any connection between Tolis’s play and journalism. “The premise is preposterous,” he says. “This is a work of fiction,” he reminds us. And he will not impersonate Streisand as much as he will inhabit her, homing in on her obsessive compulsive tendencies with awe and bemusement.

Of course, Streisand’s legendary perfectionism is no doubt a key ingredient to her success. But Alex has just been let go from the Happiest Place on Earth after an angry outburst involving a churro while he was the Mayor of Toontown. When one door closes, another one opens.

Telling this exact story to his boyfriend Barry, Alex embodies several other characters, including Vincent from HR at Disneyland and Barbra’s assistant Sharon. The former helps him land a new gig, while the latter acts as gruff gatekeeper to the greatest star, helping Alex navigate his new position. But what exactly does this odd job entail?

Of his new assignment, Alex knows “it’s near the ocean with rich people.” But when he learns he’ll be working on site in Streisand’s basement, Alex also isn’t sure what to expect.

He dutifully admires Streisand’s doll collection, antique furniture, costumes, and candy shop. Still he is supposed to curate her prized possessions, despite The Lady Herself having done so already. Hired perhaps more for his availability to indulge her passion projects, Alex mostly imagines meeting Barbra, though he is constantly thwarted by Sharon instead.

Then it happens; Streisand appears. She saunters down the cellar staircase and makes her entrance exactly the way you’d picture it: perfect hair, perfect nails, dolled up in a Donna Karan number designed by her fashionable friend.

Oozing insane aloofness, but also warmth and humor, Streisand eyes one of her own dolls—then asks Alex how much it is. Thus begins an absurd yet touching sequence where the two earnestly connect in this reality-based imaginary world.

As they haggle, I couldn’t help but think of the final scene in “Citizen Kane,” when Charles Foster Kane famously utters his last word and we realize what “Rosebud” symbolizes. From Xanadu to Malibu, a priceless cinematic thread connects the two.

After Alex and Barbra’s initial meeting, the two reconvene to discuss the sale of her antique doll. Again, Streisand already owns it and it is truly not for sale. But their banter belies something of far greater value: human connection. This is the stuff of healthy relationships over frozen coffee yogurt with sprinkles.

I always love conversational theater and film, where the main event is dialogue. Watching one man play himself, his boyfriend, a friend in HR, an assistant to a celebrity star, the Queen of the Divas, and her husband James Brolin, this is a feel-good theatrical feat refreshed for the moment.

As it turns out, Barbra Streisand is now 83 years old. Living history, she

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Cemetery Route: A 1 1/3 mile, 90 min walk featuring the Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, Mary Abby Swain, & the island’s 2 most haunted hotels. Tuesday 8/12, Thursday 8/14 starting at 8pm.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the starting times at Centre and Main (top of Main) in front of the bank.

THE LUNA WALK (aka Fabulous Mansions)

A 2 1/2 mile, 1 hour, morning exercise walk - with historic commentary - past some of our most spectacular summer homes on Nantucket. Please arrive 10 minutes early at Centre and Main beside the bank steps for an 8:30am departure. Monday 8/4, Thursday 8/7

HISTORIC MANSIONS OF MAIN ST. & AMERICA’S OLDEST WINDMILL

A 1.8 mile 45-50 minute morning exercise walk - with historic commentary - past the whaling-era mansions and America’s oldest windmill, and back downtown. Please arrive 10 minutes early at Centre and Main beside the bank steps for an 8:30am departure. Tuesday 8/5, Wednesday 8/6

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THURSDAY, JULY 31

Events & Entertainment

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. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

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.

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

Families 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 Discovery Center, 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 - An Introduction to Scientiﬁc Illustration

Discover the art of scientific illustration in this hands-on class led by Nikoline Bohr using real specimens from the Maria Mitchell Assn’s collections. Learn to observe and illustrate plants, animals, & more. 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 develop-

ment 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. 33 Bartlett Farm Rd. Tickets: BartlettsFarm.com.

11 AM - Fairy House Wonderlands! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 6+

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.

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

A story, a live animal intro, & a hands-on activity at the MMA Natural Science Museum, 7 Milk St. Register at mariamitchell.org; walk-ins welcome if space allows.

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

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.

It’s Hammer Time

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

Great white sharks get all the publicity. Especially this summer with the 50th Anniversary of Jaws, great whites are having a moment. But there are other sharks in the sea, and we’re starting to see more of them than ever. One group in particular—hammerhead sharks—are becoming more of a regular summer visitor than an anomaly.

Back in the summer of 2022, hammerhead sharks were seen several times in the shores of Nantucket causing multiple beach closures. Recently, on July 13, half a dozen hammerhead sharks were seen in waters just off of Cuttyhunk. Last week, hammerheads were seen south of Nantucket and off of Falmouth. In fact, in the past several years, hammerheads have been seen coming closer into shore throughout southern New England. One was even seen off the coast of Maine in waters once considered to be inhospitable to these more tropical species.

The increase in local sightings has coincided with increases in water temperatures. And it’s not just hammerheads that are being seen: blacktip sharks, bull sharks, and spinner sharks are also expanding their ranges as the southern waters become less hospitable.

Hammerhead sharks, of which there are many species, are more typically found in warmer, tropical-like waters. With the gulf stream extending further north, hammerheads are being seen with increased frequency along our coast where, previously, it would have been too cold. Unlike great white sharks, hammerheads and other warm water species like bull and tiger sharks cannot regulate their body temperatures by generating heat. Cold water shuts them down. The warmer water is extending their range.

Water temperatures in the Gulf of Maine, including the water around Nantucket, are warming at a faster rate than any other body of water in the Atlantic.

For Nantucket, the Gulf Stream typically brings warmer waters to our southern shoreline. As the waters further south become too warm, the prey species move northwards and so do the predators. With food and favorable conditions, the hammerhead sharks and others may become a more frequent sight. This is potentially the beginning of a range shift for these species.

The hammerhead we are typically seeing is the smooth hammerhead (Sphyrna zygaena). Sporting a wide and smooth cephalophoil or “hammerhead” this seasonal migrant is the second largest of the hammerheads, growing up to 12 feet in length. Preferring shallow waters less than 65 ft., smooth hammerheads live close to shore over continental shelves and inshore waters such as bays and estuaries. Smooth hammerheads are also the most tolerant of temperate waters. They are more likely to be seen sometime from July through September. Nantucket waters have always been at about the northern limit for their range. However, with warming waters, we’re seeing more and more hammerheads come into our shallows to feed.

Of course, it’s not just the water temperatures. As a top predator, sharks, including the hammerheads, follow the food. For smooth hammerheads, that means squid, smaller sharks, and bony fish. As the prey move, so do the sharks. For hammerheads in particular, they follow the fish close to shore and force them into the shallows. That’s how we can get those great images of hammerheads from drone footage or spotter planes: shallow clear water and the distinctive silhouette of the hammerhead shark.

Despite the increase is sightings, smooth hammerheads are not aggressive sharks. There is little danger to people from these relatively docile sharks. We should treat them more with respect than fear. Smooth hammerheads are a protected species. In the US, smooth hammerhead sharks are grouped with large coastal species, a group that biologists consider being most vulnerable to overfishing. The species is caught in gillnets, longlines, and as bycatch in driftnet fisheries. Due to their high fin ray count, they and other hammerheads are among the most desired species in the Asian shark fin market. The ICUN currently lists them as “Vulnerable.”

One purported reason for the recent increase in shark sightings is that there are more sharks due to conservation efforts. Many scientists believe there are

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Celebrating 235 Years of Saving Lives

Egan Maritime Institute invites the public to join in commemorating the 235th anniversary of the United States Coast Guard on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 4 to 5 pm at the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.

This free, family-friendly event honors the proud history and ongoing service of the U.S. Coast Guard. All are welcome, with special recognition given to active-duty and retired Coast Guard members and their families.

August 4 marks the official birthday of the United States Coast Guard, established in 1790 when Alexander Hamilton founded the Revenue Cutter Service. Originally tasked with enforcing tariffs and preventing smuggling, the service evolved over time and merged with the U.S. Life-Saving Service in 1915 to form the modern Coast Guard.

Nantucket is home to U.S. Coast Guard Station Brant Point, whose crew plays a critical role in ensuring the safety of islanders and mariners throughout the year. From conducting search and rescue operations to maintaining navigational aids and responding to offshore emergencies.

The Egan Maritime Institute and Coast Guard Station Brant Point share a longstanding relationship; a partnership grounded in mutual respect and a shared commitment to maritime heritage and safety. Through collaborative programs, educational outreach, and community engagement, Egan proudly supports the service members who protect Nantucket’s shores.

In addition, Nantucket is fortunate to have many U.S. Coast Guard veterans from Station Brant Point living in our year-round community. These veterans are an essential part of the island’s fabric, and we are honored to recognize their service during this celebration.

All are invited to enjoy complimentary museum admission, light refreshments, and a community gathering in tribute to the Coast Guard’s 235 years of service. To learn more about this event and others, visit eganmaritime.org.

Barrett’s Island TOURS

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Experienced Guides for Fully Narrated 1-1/2 Hour Historic Tours with the oldest tour company on Nantucket Private Tours & Charters Available Book online: BarrettsTours.com 508-228-0174 Daily Departures at 10:30am, 1:30pm, & 3:30pm From 25 Federal Street (across from Visitor Services)

Thanking Those Who Help along the Way

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

Teachers are a special breed. They are vital to our society and far too often underappreciated (and underpaid). As in so many things in my life, I remember those who treated me well...and those who didn’t. In fairness, I also remember the ones that I didn’t appreciate enough at the time. I truly regret the times that I acted poorly for those who simply wanted to make me a better person. My two daughters have both grown up to become teachers and I couldn’t be any prouder. It is a noble profession.

One of my favorite teachers of all time was Mr. Dan Kelliher, teacher of science classes for the students of Academy Hill School fourth and fifth graders in the early 1970s and then a middle school teacher in the 80s and 90s. Mr. Kelliher seemed impossibly tall to our class full of ten and eleven year olds. He had installed a couple of window mounted bird feeders in the back of our third floor classroom and taught us to recognize the variety of birds that stopped by for a meal. Mr. Kelliher’s greatest passion, however, was taking interested students out onto the green surfaced playground to teach us how to cast a surf rod.

Dan brought out a surf rod of about eight feet in length, equipped with a green-and-white Penn 704 spinning reel. The reel was spooled with 20 lb. test monofilament line. A tennis ball with an eye hook screwed into it served as our lure. Mr. Kelliher gave us the confidence and know-how we needed to get after the bluefish and bass. He taught us to put three fingers under the bottom of the reel, leaving the thumb and forefinger free. Pick up the line with your index finger, reach up with your left hand and flip the shiny chrome bail over, bring the rod back behind you (“Always look back before you cast so you don’t hook someone!”) and then step as you snap the rod forward, releasing the line from your finger as you do. Try as I might, I could never quite reach the fence at the far end

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Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 6

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

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

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com $25 Cover.

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 PM - Sconset Tour with Nantucket Preservation Trust

Join Exec. Director Mary Bergman for a 75-min. tour of Siasconset, exploring historic whalehouses, its resort-era boom, & ties to the actors colony. Meet at 1 New St. Tickets: nantucketpreservation.org/events/walking-tour/

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 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 PM - Paint & Decoupage Seashells! with Barnaby’s Nantucket $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Current Vintage Trunk Show at Commonwealth Commonwealth is hosting Current Vintage for a pop up Thursday-Sunday. The queen of vintage, Beth English, will be hosting a welcome reception & wine tasting. 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, auction, cocktails, & a lively conversation with Elin Hilderbrand, Tim Ehrenberg, & Angela Raynor. Book signings, bites inspired by the novel, & dancing. Proceeds support the Nantucket Book Foundation. Tickets at nantucketbookfestival.org/events/the-blue-bistro-bash

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. nantucketarts.org

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

6:30 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 - Jaws - a 50th anniversary screening

A special screening of Steven Spielberg’s iconic thriller. With unforgettable performances & a legendary score, JAWS remains one of the most gripping films ever made. The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. Tickets: NantucketDreamland.org

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 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. whjamieson@gmail.com

8 to 9 PM - Becoming Earthwise

Connect with nature in new ways through sensory awareness, movement, contemplation, and creative expression. This hands-on program offers practical tools to support lasting ecological awareness and more sustainable living. Registration Re-

quired. Cost per-participant: $15.. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org

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 and explore the aquarium after dark. Pre-registration required by 4 pm at MariaMitchell.org

10 to 11:59 PM - Live Music with Local Notes

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1

7 AM - Sports Fishing on the Herbert T Capt. Fred Tonkin is an experienced fisherman who will take you to where the fish are biting. All equipment provided. Memorable for the whole family. Reservations: 508-228-6655 (evenings: 508-257-4176). Trips at 7am, 10am, 1pm, 4pm

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 508-422-7466

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 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. Again at 10 am

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

Help collect, identify, & release marine life. Meets at Hither Creek Beach Access near 25 Massachusetts Avenue. Pre-registration required at mariamitchell.org

9 AM - Guided Tour of Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

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 Again at 1 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 Registration Required.

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

A tour + animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum: learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more while interacting with educational animals. Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:30 AM - Sensory Sandbox Under the Sea! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 2-6 Children explore & strengthen fine motor skills + sensory development, creativity & independent play! They make Kinetic Sand in Sandboxes: then can play with different objects they’ve. $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 AM to 12 PM - Free Pokemon Card Game Workshop for Ages 6+

A fun, family-friendly game workshop : learn to play, practice skills, & battle other fans. Bring a deck or borrow one. Registration required: NantucketAtheneum.org

10:15 to 10:45 AM - Hands-On-History featuring Nanpuppets

Laugh & learn with Lizza & her Nanpuppets for a fun-filled show at the Whaling Museum’s Discovery Center, followed by a 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. Presented by Town of Nantucket at Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

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 - Patches x Bags + Beading! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+ Kids decorate a bag of their choice with patches &make a beading chain to attach to their special Nantucket bag. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 5:30 PM - Chakeris Charleston Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, presents a trunk show featuring this fashion designer’s latest collection. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

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

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

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

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

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

Discover what insects & small creatures live in the grasses, flowers, & island trees with MMA Natural Science Museum. Collect insects like a scientist & learn about their traits & behaviors. Registration recommended: MariaMitchell.org

3 to 5 PM - Maria Mitchell’s Birthday Celebration

Celebrate Maria Mitchell’s 207th birthday with the Maria Mitchell Association: enjoy live music, animal displays, research demos, astronomy, and family fun. Celebration is held at the Maria Mitchell Research Center, 2 Vestal Street. Free admission to all Vestal Street sites this day. Details at MariaMitchell.org

4 PM - Open Studio with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

This 1-hour class offers a variety of mixed media options which will get your child’s creativity flowing: painting on canvas, working with clay, or making wood art. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Alpaca Gnomes at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for 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 - 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 8 PM - Tween & Teen Game Night

Teens and tweens play a selection of Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party and many more! The games 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 508-228-5585. Departs from Slip #1015, Straight Wharf. Departure times change as time of sunset changes.

6:30 to 7:30 PM - Free Documentary

Nantucket’s Historic Coloured Cemetery: Stories Told By Nantucketers is a powerful new documentary sharing the lives of Civil War veterans, fugitives, abolitionists, and whaling captains buried on Mill Hill. Told by 22 islanders & created by local historians, the film honors Nantucket’s Black history through moving oral storytelling. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Vestal Street Observatory Opening Reception

Join the MMA for an evening of stargazing & history celebrating the reopening of the Vestal Street Observatory. Featuring a virtual blessing from Brother Guy Consolmagno of the Vatican Observatory and travel insights from Travel Sommelier. Stargazing follows. Tickets at MariaMitchell.org; rain date is August 2.

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

7 to 8:30 PM - Buyer & Cellar presented by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket Starring Robbie Simpson, 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, & the quirks of celebrity life. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org ~ 508-228-4305

7:30 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company

Young writer Oliver Adams is on the brink of success with his novel turned stage play starring his secret crush, Margot Bell. But a weekend in Newport with the cast & creative team unravels secrets & sparks chaos. Can love & theatre save the day? Tickets at NantucketPerformingArts.org ~ 508-680-0003. Use code YESTERDAY to save $10 off tickets. Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water St

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile, 75 to 80 minute evening stroll through historic Nantucket Town to 5 of

the most haunted locations. Led by the original guide this is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Cash Only. No Reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 minutes early. whjamieson@gmail.com

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

Join MMA astronomers at Loines Observatory—view the night sky through telescopes & learn about current research, weather permitting. Pre-registration recommended at MariaMitchell.org

10 PM - Friday Night Karaoke

Join the fun & sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 TheRoseAndCrown.com

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2

8 AM - ACK Clean Team

Help clean up Nantucket. The Clean Team supplies everything you need, including grabbers. Meet at The Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St. or outside of Town meet: very end of Hoicks Hollow Rd. to clear the shoreline to Sankaty Lighthouse.

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

8:30 to 9 AM - Growing Gracefully at the Museum for Ages 3 to 12

Join Egan Maritime at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum for a calming morning by Folger’s Marsh with Elizabeth Grow. This program blends storytelling, breathwork, movement, & meditation to support kids’ emotional well-being. Registration required at EganMaritime.org Youth

8:30 to 10:30 AM - Grandparents’ Day at The MMA Aquarium

A special morning at the MMA Aquarium with free admission for grandparents & grandchildren. Explore local marine life, enjoy hands-on activities, and make lasting memories together. Pre-registration is required at MariaMitchell.org

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 with MMA for Ages 4+

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

A marine-themed story, a live animal intro, & a related activity. Held at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington St. Pre-registration encouraged: MariaMitchell.org Walkins welcome if space allows.

9:30 AM - Painting Pottery & Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket Kids will explore sculpting techniques & paint their ceramic pieces: bowls, summer ornaments, & more hands-on treasures. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

9:30 AM to 4 PM - Grab & Go Bar: Egg Carton Fairies

For this week’s Grab & Go craft, make your own beautiful fairies out of egg cartons. 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 - 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.

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 Nancy Thayer

Meet the author of Summer Light on Nantucket & other novels 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 book at nantucketbywater.com - Again at 1pm

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Reviving a Beloved Island Landmark

by Suzanne Daub

Along the Washington Street side of the building at 16 Main (the current location of the island’s Ralph Lauren store) is one of downtown Nantucket’s most popular spots to be photographed: the Compass Rose Mural.

Many visitors stop to read the various locations and remark on their distances from Nantucket. They wonder how the cities and islands were chosen for the mural. And a few astute observers smile when they find the misspelling.

The compass rose has appeared on nautical charts and maps since the 1300s. The term "rose" comes from the figure's compass points resembling the petals of the flower. Originally, it was used to indicate the directions of the winds (then known as a “wind rose”). It evolved to show cardinal directions: the main compass points of north, south, east, and west. Beyond its practical applications, the compass rose has taken on symbolic meanings in various cultures. It represents guidance, exploration, and the spirit of adventure. It’s often used decoratively in art, jewelry, apparel, and tattoos.

Nantucket’s Compass Rose was designed by photographer and entrepreneur H. Marshall Gardiner, who, in the 1930s, commissioned Walter Ayers (which explains the intentional misspelling) to paint the mural on the side of his gift shop named Gardiner’s Corner.

H. Marshall Gardiner arrived on Nantucket in 1910. He is widely known for his depictions of our community, the island’s natural beauty, and life on Nantucket and for his use of the gelatin dry plate method of photography, quite modern for his time. His hand-colored postcards and photographs are widely collected: one of his most recognized image is of the Rainbow Fleet rounding Brant Point. Gardiner first opened his photography and gift business on Federal Street and later moved it to 16 Main Street.

He designed the mural in 1936, based on the compass rose used by mariners

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Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 11

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

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

11 AM - Harry Potter Palooza with Barnaby’s Nantucket

For all Harry Potter lovers! Children design & create Mandrakes, Wands, Golden Snitches, a&nd enjoy a mug of “Butter Beer!” $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 AM to 5:30 PM - Chakeris Charleston Trunk Show

The Susan Lister Locke Gallery, on the waterfront at 28 Easy Street, is presenting a trunk show featuring this fashion designer’s latest collection. SusanListerLocke.com ~ 508-228-2132.

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 Local Notes at Cisco Brewers

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

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

2:45 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

4 PM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

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

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Alpaca Gnomes at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for 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 10 PM - A Nantucket Night

A Nantucket Night celebrates the NHA’s upcoming exhibit Behind the Seams, showcasing 150+ historic clothing and textile pieces. Your support helps keep Nantucket’s stories alive. Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. . NHA.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.

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

A hike through a part of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor + inner harbor shores. 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 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

7 to 9:15

PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

Re-live the legendary night that Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, & Carl Perkins jammed at Sun Records. A show packed with rock ‘n’ roll hits performed live, Million Dollar Quartet is a high-energy musical celebration. Buy your tickets at TheatreNantucket.org

7:30 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company

10 PM - Karaoke at The Rose & Crown

Join the fun & sing along at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

TheRoseAndCrown.com

SUNDAY, AUGUST 3

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

Explore Nantucket’s diverse bird habitats with Ginger’s wit, island history. See local & migratory birds. Pre-registration required: MariaMitchell.org

8 AM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s version of the Midwest’s prairies, with rare wildflowers and grasses that thrive in sandy, nutrient-poor soil. Smooth Hummocks is a fascinating island ecosystem with much to teach. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

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

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. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

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 - Paint your Own Squishies! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 4+

Who doesn’t love a squishy! Your child will enjoy painting, creating, and squeezing their way through class! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

10:30 to 11:30 AM - Book Signing with Nathaniel Philbrick

Meet the author of In the Heart of the Sea and other non-fiction books 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

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

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for live local bands. Tables are first-come, first-served: no reservations. Ciscobrewers.com $25 Cover.

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

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

3 to 6 PM - Live Music by Alpaca Gnomes at Cisco Brewers

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

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 13

5 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company

5 to 6:20 PM - An Insider’s Middle East Brieﬁng with Robert Malley

Robert Malley, former U.S. Special Envoy for the Iran nuclear talks & longtime U.S. mediator for Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations, joins Michael Schulder, creator & host of Wavemaker Conversations. Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

5 to 7:30 PM - Buyer & Cellar presented by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

Starring Robbie Simpson, 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, & the quirks of celebrity life. Tickets at TheatreNantucket.org ~ 508-228-4305

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—maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

6 PM - Children’s Beach Bandstand Concert: NCMC Jazz Band

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

6 PM - Harborview Concert Series: Local Notes

Live music by NHS grads “Local Notes” in the Harborview Room & Deck. Cash bar & lite snacks available. All ages welcome kids 12 & under are free, but tickets are required for all. Adults: $32, Members: $15. 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

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile, 75-80 minute evening stroll through historic Nantucket Town to 5 of the most haunted locations. Led by the original guide this is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Cash Only. No Reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 minutes early. whjamieson@gmail.com

MONDAY, AUGUST 4

STORY WALK: SHOW US WHERE YOU LIVE, HUMPBACK

This lyrical picture book celebrates the bond between children & whales, with fun facts about humpbacks. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com

8:30 AM - The Luna Walk (A.K.A. “Fabulous Mansions”)

You’ll be over the moon after going on this 3-mi, 75-min, non-stop exercise walk with historic commentary that follows in the footsteps of Luna (Nantucket’s most physically fit dog) thru Lily Pond Park, past the Oldest House, & by fabulous mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point. Arrive 10 min. early at corner of Centre & Main, by the bank steps. $25 Cash Only. No reservations necessary. wjamieson@gmail.com

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

Help collect, identify, & release marine life. Meets at Hither Creek Beach Access near 25 Massachusetts Avenue. 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 with MMA for Ages 4+

A tour + animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum: learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more while interacting with educational animals.

Pre-registration is recommended at MariaMitchell.org

9:30 AM - Tea Par-tay Time with Barnaby’s Nantucket

Your little ones will have fun coloring & decorating their own tea set while enjoying a cup of “tea & treats” There will also be glitter tattoos and face painting $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 - Mondays with Magic Mark Free family-friendly show 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.

10:15 AM to 4:30 PM - Hands-On-History: Mindful History - Portraits

Hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center, Practice “See, Think, Feel” to explore historical portraits in a new way. Craft: Watercolor Portraits. 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 12 PM - Book Signing with Susan Dominus

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

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Unicorn Habitats. With Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 6+

Children will be in heaven as they create their own Unicorn habitat. This class offers creativity as kids choose from a variety of materials to design a special home environment for their Unicorn! $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

1 to 3 PM - NHA Decorative Arts Class: Woven Cuff Bracelet

Learn to weave your own Nantucket basket bracelet with Caitlin Parsons, using handcrafted materials and custom design options. Register at nha.org

2 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

4 PM - Art Deco Cream Jewelry Cake Box, Mirror, & Frame Decorating

Kids will decorate a jewelry box and mirror using whipped clays and charms, mimicking the look and feel of frosting! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

4 to 5 PM - Anniversary Celebration for the U.S. Coast Guard

Join us at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum as we celebrate the 235th anniversary of the United States Coast Guard. We welcome all active duty and retired Coast Guard members and their families for an afternoon of appreciation, light refreshments, and free admission to the museum. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. 508-228-2505 EganMaritime.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Brother Other at Cisco Brewers

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

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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 to 9 PM - Harborview Concert Series presents: Foggy Roots

A fun evening in the Harborview Room & Deck with island favorite Foggy Roots, playing reggae hits + crowd favorites across genres. Cash bar, lite snacks, & a family-friendly vibe kids 12 & under get in free! Tickets at NantucketDreamland.org

6:15 PM - Head of The Plains Sunset with Nantucket Walkabout

Experience the Head of the Plains at sunset on a guided dusk walk through Nantucket’s rare sandplain grasslands. Watch night herons, owls, & deer emerge as the sky glows & stars begin to shine. Incl. transportation to & from downtown. Bring water, bug spray, sunblock, + walking shoes. 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 to 8:30 PM - Nantucket by Water Sunset Cruise

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile, 75 to 80 minute evening stroll through historic Nantucket Town to 5 of the most haunted locations. Led by the original guide this is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Cash Only. No Reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 minutes early. whjamieson@gmail.com

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

Join MMA astronomers at Loines Observatory—view the night sky through telescopes & learn about current research, weather permitting. Pre-registration recommended at MariaMitchell.org

TUESDAY, AUGUST 5

8 AM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor has beautiful meadows. Also get a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

A 1.8 mi, 45 min. exercise walk with historic commentary past whaling era mansions & back downtown. Cash only; $25; $20 seniors (65+) ; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 10 min early. whjamieson@gmail.com

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 with MMA for Ages 4+

9 AM to 1 PM - Beginning Silversmithing with Steve Smithers

Create your own hand-hammered silver piece using traditional 18th-century tools and techniques in this 3-day class. Register at nha.org ~ a Nantucket Historical Assn. Decorative Arts class

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

A marine-themed story, a live animal intro, & a related activity. Held at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington St. Pre-registration encouraged: MariaMitchell.org Walkins welcome if space allows.

9:30 AM - Beading Bonanza with Barnaby’s Nantucket For Ages 3-6

Explore the art of beading. From bracelet and necklace to keychain making, kids can choose from a large variety of beads to design and create their own jewelry. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

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

A fun, hands-on beach adventure just for kids! Learn how to use a metal detector to hunt for hidden treasures along Nantucket’s shore. Pre-registration at MariaMitchell.org Repeats at 11am

9:30 AM to 3 PM - Weaving a Nantucket Basket with Linda Brown

Join master weaver Linda Brown for a 3-day personalized basket workshop for all skill levels. Register at nha.org ~ Nantucket Historical Assn. Decorative Arts class

9:45 to 10:30 AM - Swamp Romp with Johnette Downing & Scott Billington

A free, fun-filled Louisiana music show with Johnette Downing just bring a blanket and join the fun! Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM - Endeavor Sailing Excursions with Captain Jim

Learn Nantucket’s maritime history & see waterfront sights. Reservations encour-

aged. 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.

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

A hands-on family programming at the Whaling Museum Discovery Center. Discover the difference between toothed whales and baleen whales. 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 - Minecraft Madness with Barnaby’s Nantucket

This new Barnaby’s class is sure to be a hit! In the spirit of A Minecraft Movie, children will create & paint wooden swords, sculpting a Chicken Jockey, and making Dynamite Sticks! $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

11:30 AM to 12 PM - Free NanPuppets at Cisco Brewery for Ages 2-7

Join Lizza Obremski for fun and stories with her amazing animal friends. Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road.

11:45 AM - The Westender Tour with Island Tours

12:30 to 1:15 PM - Somatic Yoga at the Atheneum

A yoga practice designed to relax and recharge, focusing on slow, mindful movements. Bring your own mat. Space is limited! Register: NantucketAtheneum.org

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.

2 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

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

A 75-minute walking tour of historic Main Street, exploring its whaling-era homes, early residents, and architectural styles. Includes a copy of A Walk Down Main Street 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. Learn the basics of metal detecting in a relaxed setting. Register at MariaMitchell.org

MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

brant point Lighthouse ▲

● 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.

A New Chapter in Island Theatre

Next Door seems tailor-made for Nantucket audiences...it’s perfect for a Nantucket summer night,” Shanahan commented, “an old-fashioned comedy with a quick pace: sweet and genteel and smart and witty and very funny. It’s about eccentrically funny Broadway types at a seaside hotel.” The play’s setting and themes resonate deeply with the island experience. “Audiences on-island can relate to a weekend of romance and misunderstandings,” Shanahan added. “The set is elegant—they’ll want to move in and live there, and the costumes are great! In many ways, it feels more Nantucket than anything.”

The intimate setting of NPAC’s stage enhances the production’s appeal. Shanahan explained: “the intimacy of the Nantucket Performing Arts Center theater is great — it always has been — when we have actors of this caliber, and they are right there with you, and they are having this much fun... it feels like you're sitting right there in the room with them.”

Actor, director, and playwright Mark Shanahan is not new to Nantucket or to Nantucket theater. “I’ve been coming here since I was two. Our family has a home here, and I feel lucky to be here,” he explained. “My involvement in island theater goes back decades to my work in college with the Actor’s Theatre when it was at the Methodist Church and the Gordon Folger Hotel...In recent years, I worked at the White Heron Theatre, directing Private Lives, Hound of the Baskervilles, Dial M for Murder, The 39 Steps, See Monsters of the Deep, which I also directed for the NHA at the Whaling Museum last year.”

Shanahan has appeared on and off Broadway and has worked at many regional stages across the country and abroad. During the pandemic, he adapted and directed stories from Blue Baillett's book Nantucket Ghosts, 44 True Accounts for a fabulous series called White Heron Radio Theatre’s Ghost Light Series.

Plays he has written include A Sherlock Carol, a New York Times Critic’s Pick that was performed off-Broadway and in London and beyond. And his adaptation of Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, written in conjunction with the Christie estate, has been produced across the US and overseas.

NPAC acquired the theater property at 5 North Water Street in April of 2025 with the goal of transforming it into a year-round performing arts campus. According to

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summer resident Chris Bierly, “We look forward to developing the Nantucket Performing Arts Center as a home for Nantucket’s rich arts scene...We aspire to be a great partner to island arts and cultural organizations, to develop and stage high quality theatrical productions, and to be a hub of creativity and connection for generations to come.”

In this, its inaugural season, NPAC and ACK Theatre Company, its resident theatre company, has presented What the Constitution Means to Me by Heidi Schreck, A Night for Swifties, and the Stand Up & Learn Kid’s Comedy Showcase. Theatre People, or The Angel Next Door opens this week, and on August 19, Seth Meyers will grace the NPAC stage for a night of stand-up.

As a member of NPAC's artistic advisory committee, Shanahan sees the August production he is directing as part of a larger vision: “I’m so pleased it happened... that it will still be a theater,” he said.

“Some of us [on the advisory committee] have deep ties to the theater, and we have careers in the theater. We are all very close, and we are all very excited to continue to plant the seeds to make NPAC grow,” Shanahan explains. “I'm already excited to think about what plays I can bring here.”

Shanahan also highlighted the island's flourishing and cooperative arts scene. “I want people to recognize that the arts are flourishing here on-island. There are so many great arts organizations: Theatre Workshop, The Dreamland... and there's the Book Festival, the Film Festival, the Comedy Festival... arts and creativity thrive here! It’s our hope that NPAC and ACK Theatre Company will be a part of it.”

In turbulent times, Shanahan sees theater’s role as essential. “Theatre People offers something fundamental: a reminder of why we gather in theaters, why we tell stories, and why we need the promise that things will get better...When the world is so crazy and so troubling: this is what we really need right now...to sit in an audience and laugh together and enjoy an evening. The cast talks about how a good play can really move people, and why we need happy endings... [happy endings are] a promise that things will get better.”

Mark Shanahan hopes for his audiences are straightforward: “I want them to laugh. I want them to have a great time. They’re in good hands with good actors...and laughter is such good medicine.”

A Perfect Escape from Reality

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claims to have been inspired by the Winterthur Museum in Delaware when she built underground Main Street shops at her Malibu mansion. This tracks. The Winterthur is the self-described premier museum of American decorative arts displayed in a 175-room house once home to Henry Francis du Pont.

Indeed, Simpson’s Streisand is the whole reason to see Buyer & Cellar. I also firmly believe she would find his portrayal respectfully spot-on. Who knows?

After so many years of “Coffee Talk” skits on SNL, she finally showed up to surprise Mike Myers, Madonna, and Roseanne Barr when they were spoofing her cult fandom. Maybe she’ll swoop in to Nantucket just to see Simpson’s fabulous performance, too. If you’ve seen her in “Carpool Karaoke” with James Corden, could happen.

Sarah Wright embraces theater for its live performance art, storytelling, & shared experience.

Buyer & Cellar is on the TWN stage through August 14. Full shedule and ticket at theatrenantucket.org

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more sharks around Nantucket in the last 5 years partly because the populations are recovering after an 80% decimation from being overfished in decades past.

While shark populations are still considered critical globally, marine biologists are beginning to see the effects of effective fisheries management, which is then leading to population increases across a number of species that provide food for sharks.

John Chisholm, adjunct scientist at the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabat Center for Ocean Life, is interested to hear about shark sightings. He has studied sharks for more than 40 years and is using community science to keep track of shark sightings. Hammerheads and others are the subject of research projects with some efforts to tag individuals. But community science uses the “on the water” community to collect the data. By collecting sighting info from those already on the water, recreational, commercial, and charter boats, researchers are gaining insight into potential range expansion of many species.

To submit sightings to John Chisholm, you can tag him on Instagram @ma_sharks or send an email to masssharks@gmail.com.

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Thanking Those Who Help

of the playground which loomed like Fenway Park’s green monster.

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Dan also taught us a couple of fishing knots that I still use all the time. We learned both the Palomer knot and the improved clinch knot (seven times around!). Mr. Kelliher was a significant part of our lives during those formative years.

I wondered if anyone else recalled the fishing lessons at Academy Hill? The obvious way to get the answer was to put it out on Facebook, so I did. My post said, “All right, Nantucket peeps - who remembers being taught how to cast by Dan Kelliher when we were attending Academy Hill School? Please let me know what your memories of that are!”

The results were absolute gold!

From Jay Starr, owner/captain of Starrfish Charters: “Absolutely! Fifth grade, Academy Hill. Remember his saltwater fish tank in the classroom?”

From Andy Lowell: “The Palomar knot - he taught us how to tie our fishing line to the leader. He put up the homemade weather station in front of the school. We checked the rain gauge, temperature, and humidity, among other weather related data. He gave us a drop of mercury in a jar to shake and watch it cling back together. We got to take it home. He kept students engaged and interested. No one ever got out of line in his class, he had a commanding presence. He also smoked a lot of cigarettes.”

From John Correia: “I remember Jim Haley caught a bass on one of those trips. He would be a good one to get the story from.”

From Jim Haley: “Yes, like anyone who was taught to cast by Dan, we started out casting in the playground of Academy Hill School with a tennis ball attached to the leader. Once we were good enough he would take us in small groups to Brant Point by the lighthouse to try the real thing. Sure enough on my trip I caught a small striper! I realized it was a small one as I got older and got the bigger ones but at the time I thought it was pretty huge! Man, I still remember that awesome feeling. First striper I ever caught!”

This, from Chris Roberts, was one of my favorites: “He also had rods to lend.

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Thanking Those Who Help along the Way

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I caught a good sized striper at Brant Point on it. Had to bring it home on my Sting Ray bicycle!”

I reached out to Kathleen Potter Kelliher, Dan’s wife of 36 years. Kathleen told me, “Dan was in the U.S. Army, stationed in Chattanooga, TN. The folks

in the town where he was living weren’t too hospitable to the Army guys, so when Dan moved to Nantucket, he always made it a priority to make the Coasties (U.S. Coast Guard service members) feel at home. He was made an honorary Coastie by Admiral Linnon!” She told me that Dan came to Nantucket on a work study program through the UMass School of Agriculture. Dan took a job working at the (then) Nantucket Boys Club. He enjoyed it so much that he went to Bridgewater State University to obtain his teaching degree. “Dan taught here for 28 years. He still loved the farm work, so he spent his summers mowing large meadows and fields on an old Farm All tractor. He did the roads for the town, too.”

Dr. Matt Roberts and his friend, David Buckley, appreciated the teaching of Dan Kelliher so much that they co-sponsor the Dan Kelliher Award, presented to the winning junior fisher every year in the Spring Sea Run Opener tournament. Dr. Matt told me this: “We loved Spider Dan! When we met him in 6th Grade we knew he was the real deal! The sea stories, the fish he had caught, the fish he had lost, and the D1 basketball stories from UMass just blew us all away. He had that old school balance of wisdom, reality and the ability not to take crap from the students or administration.

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Dan and Kathleen Kelliher

buoys in the tender, and he handed me my first state of Mass. license when I passed the safe boating test. I believe that he was the big push at the Angler’s Club with all the kids divisions for the tournaments through the 80s and 90s. Whenever we were at Great Point as kids, I felt like he was ever-present with a fishing rod in his hand. He had the experience and reached a point where all he wanted to do was teach and pass on his love, his passion for the chase and the hookup!”

From David Buckley: “One of my favorite stories was him bringing us down to the creeks after school and having us drag a net to catch fish to stock the fish tanks. Do you remember the final test he gave us? He told us beforehand how Ted Williams hit a home run in his final at-bat at Fenway and how Ted wanted to go out on top. Everyone crushed that test!”

Dan passed away in January of 2022. I was glad to have had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Kelliher while I was visiting at Our Island Home several years ago. I’m grateful to have had that opportunity to tell him that he was always one of my favorite teachers and to thank him again for teaching me to cast. I honor him every time I instruct a fishing client on the fine art of surf casting. Thank you, Spider Dan!

One of my friends who jumped into the chat about Dan Kelliher was Howie Crocker, a Nantucket High School classmate of mine who I haven’t seen in far too long. Howie’s mother, Carol Crocker, was a teacher in our school system as well. Mrs. Crocker remains one of the most beautiful people that I was ever blessed to come into contact with. No, Mrs. Crocker never taught me anything about fishing. But she taught me a lot about life. About right and wrong. And about kindness. Mrs. Crocker always pointed us in the right direction, like the best teachers do. So thank you, Carol Crocker, for all you did for me and so many others. And thank you, Dan Kelliher, for getting so many of us out there on the beaches!

Don’t ever hesitate to thank those who have helped you along the way. And be on the lookout for opportunities to teach our youngsters to be better in whatever way you can. Dan Kelliher and Carol Crocker sure did. And we’re all better for it.

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

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Beloved Island Landmark

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and navigators, and he included on it destinations of personal significance, such as Mackinac Island, Bermuda, and Daytona Beach. According to some reports, other locations on the mural were inspired by chats Gardiner had with George Grant about his voyages in the Pacific. Grant’s mother, Nancy, was among the few Nantucket women who accompanied their husbands on whaling trips, and George was born in a port in the Pacific. He worked on Nantucket whaleships from a young age, and when he returned to our island, George Grant went on to become one of the first curators at the Nantucket Whaling Museum.

The compass rose portion of the mural originally, and now again, commemmorates Gardiner’s shop. From the late 1960s through 2003—the years that Nantucket Looms occupied 16 Main Street—a wooden compass rose sign commemorating the Looms was placed in the center, over Gardiner’s Corner. That sign still hangs in the current location of The Looms, at 51 Main Street.

In the fall of 2006, Ralph Lauren (the shop currently at 16 Main Street) partnered with the Nantucket Historical Association to restore the mural. And this July, Nantucket’s Compass Rose mural received a much-needed touch-up by Painting Conservator Cindy Schwarz: perfect timing for summer photos.

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

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

tucket. 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 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. Through 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 #5 will be on display August 1-29. Stay in touch at nantucketarts.org for a schedule of downtown Gallery Exhibits. 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

508-228-1353

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.

Susan Lister Locke Gallery

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 at BlueBeetleNantucket.com

Commonwealth

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.

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

Commonwealthnantucket.com

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!

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

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 through Aug. 4 at 8 Federal St

Watermarks PC through Aug. 3 in Big Gallery

In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits

The

508-228-0294

Cook’s Cycle

Open Daily

Bicycle Rentals & e-Bike Rentals

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

Open Daily

508-325-2722

65 Surfside Road

Bike Rentals, Sales, Service AND Electric Bikes easyridersbikerentals.com

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.

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily in season

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

508-228-1151

6 Broad Street

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

Island Fun & Shopping

tained, 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 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

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

508-325-8884

Open Monday - Saturday 61 Old South Road

Locally owned and operated

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

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!” 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

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

Health Care

Cottage Pharmacy

Open daily

New community pharmacy servicing Nantucket

508-825-7300

10 Vesper Lane

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. Nantuckethospital.org/pharmacy

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

19 Old South Wharf Jewelry and Home Decor

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

Petty Folk Art & Carving

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554

Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art serving the Cape & Islands for 16 years Folk artist Jean Petty and her brother David Perry specialize in custom handcarved quarterboards, business signs, & house numbers. They are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100s of quarterboards that adorn the homes on Nantucket. They offer restoration of quarterboards, signs, and ship models. Restored the carving “Going on a Whale” at the Nantucket Whaling Museum in 2015. Gift certificates available. Visit them at pettyfolkartandcarving.com, see their show schedule and take a virtual tour: youtu.be/c95SYBE5RVg of some of their artwork available. Call or email all inquiries to jean@pettyfolkartandcarving.com pettyfolkartandcarving.com

Respoke

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

Respoke.com

Open for the 2025 season 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

Inter-Island Ferry

Hy-Line Cruises

508-228-3949

Travel inter-island to Martha’s Vineyard Straight Wharf

High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Inter-Island Ferry Service

508-228-1894, ext. 138

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 shorethinggifts.com Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

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

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Internet Guidebook

Insiders Guide to Nantucket

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

Visit us online & follow us on Instagram @nantucket_insider

Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket!

508-228-9165

Visit 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 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!

508-228-5646

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

Jewelry

Blue Beetle

508-228-3227

Open Daily 12 Main Street

Jewelry & Gifts

Icarus + Co.

Open Daily

Jewelry and Home Decor

19 Old South Wharf

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

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

774-325-5982

Open daily 10 Old South Wharf

Handcrafted sterling pendants, bracelets, jewelry, & more!

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 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 Nantucketestatejewelry.com

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

Nantucket Pearl Company

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

Open for the 2025 Season

Inspired and Creative Jewelry

508-228-2132 & 508-221-0531

28A Easy Street

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

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary

508-228-7557

50 Main Street

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

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,

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

Island Fun & Shopping

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

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

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

Mortgages

Cape Cod 5

508-228-9198

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

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

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

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Boston MedFlight

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

Boston Pops on Nantucket

508-228-1894

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

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

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

Quarterboards & Signs

Petty Folk Art & Carving

508-332-9925 or 508-619-7554

Formerly Nantucket Carving & Folk Art serving the Cape & Islands for 17 years Folk artist Jean Petty and her brother David Petty specialize in custom handcarved quarterboards, business signs, & house numbers. They are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100s of quarterboards that adorn the homes on Nantucket. They offer restoration of quarterboards, signs, and ship models. Restored the carving “Going on a Whale” at the Nantucket Whaling Museum in 2015. Gift certificates available. Visit them at pettyfolkartandcarving.com, see their show schedule and take a virtual tour: youtu.be/c95SYBE5RVg of some of their artwork available. Call or email all inquiries to jean@pettyfolkartandcarving.com pettyfolkartandcarving.com

Shoes

Respoke

Respoke.com

Iconic designer scarves repurposed 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

Special Events

August Fête

508-228-1387

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

NPT’s annual celebration + Sense of Place auction nantucketpreservation.org 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 at nantucketpreservation.org

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

NHA Hands-On History 2025

508-228-1894

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

Theatre

Nantucket Performing Arts Center

Aug. 1-14: Theatre People use code YESTERDAY to save $10 off play tickets

Aug. 19: Seth Meyers 5 North Water Street

A collaborative hub for the island’s artistic community

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

Use code YESTERDAY to save $10 off play tickets

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET through Aug. 23

NantucketPerformingArts.org

508-228-4305

BUYER & CELLAR through August 14 Tickets at theatrenantucket.org Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. An outrageous comedy about the price of fame, the cost of things, and the oddest of odd jobs— BUYER & CELLAR—continues at TWN through August 14. And on stage in repertory through August 23, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, is an electrifying, toe-tapping, heart-pounding 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-in-a-lifetime jam session. Get your tickets today at theatrenantucket.org! TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway!

Thrift Shop

Hospital Thrift Shop

508-228-1125

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

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

508-228-6677

Open Daily 10-4, closed Wednesday Call about making donations Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center 32 Sparks Avenue 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

Island Fun & Shopping

Tours

Bartlett’s Farm Tours

Reserve your spot at BartlettsFarm.com

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours with NHA

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

1-1/2 hr tour; departs daily at 10:30am, 1:30 pm, & 3:30 pm

508-228-1894

508-228-0174

Private charters available departs from 25 Federal St

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.

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

BarrettsTours.com

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

508-228-0334

Nantucket’s Premiere Transportation Company 3 Great Tours - Don’t miss our NEW Elin Hilderbrand Blue Book Tour 42 Straight Wharf

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

508-228-5646

Visit Nantucket’s best beaches! Open Daily 9am to sunset. Permits Required. Call ahead to check conditions:508-228-5646 #2 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.

Walking Tours offered by Nantucket Historical Assoc. Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St. Departs at 10:45 am & 1:30 pm Mon.-Sat. 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

508-422-7466

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

508-228-3949

Make your reservations online Travel daily; see schedule for times High-Speed, Passenger-Only, Ferry Service from Hyannis Straight Wharf 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! hylinecruises.com

Steamship Authority

508-228-0262

Reservations: steamshipauthority.com 1 Steamboat Wharf

Watches

Trinity Collection

508-228-7557

Classic timepieces: vintage & contemporary 50 Main Street

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

Open 7 Days a Week

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

Home of Cisco Brewers, Nantucket Vineyard, and 888 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

Bartlett’s Farm

Open Daily, Year Round

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!

The Faregrounds

CrosswindsNantucket.com

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 takeout. Try their tasty Off-Shore Nibbles, their amazing BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, one of their char-

grilled 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

Live Entertainment

The Brotherhood of Thieves

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

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. ciscobrewers.com

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

Farm Grown Produce | Garden Center | Groceries | Beer & Wine

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner To Go

508-228-9403

Bartlett Farm Road

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

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

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. theroseandcrown.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

508-325-5929

Open daily 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

Events & Entertainment

4 to 5 PM - Teen Tuesday Crafternoon: Charm Necklaces for Ages 12-18

Create a own charm necklace using a colorful variety of charms! All materials provided. In the Atheneum Garden; Space limited; register at NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 5 PM - Conversation Between Nathanial Philbrick and Doug Bradburn

Celebrate America’s 250th with bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick and Mount Vernon’s Doug Bradburn as they explore the life and legacy of Revolutionary George Washington. Free and open to all Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Brother Other at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for 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 - Mindfulness Meditation

A short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions. No experience needed. Open to all. Registration encouraged 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 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

6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Stitching Workshop with Bee Shay

Printmaker Bee Shay will teach adults how to stitch a meditation journal in the Artists Association’s Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive. Materials provided; no experience necessary.

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 by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

7:30 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company Young writer Oliver Adams is on the brink of success with his novel turned stage play starring his secret crush, Margot Bell. But a weekend in Newport with the cast & creative team unravels secrets & sparks chaos. Can love & theatre save the day? Tickets at NantucketPerformingArts.org ~ 508-680-0003. Use code YESTERDAY to save $10 off tickets. Nantucket Performing Arts Center, 5 North Water St

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

8 PM - Dreamland Comedy Nights: T.J. Miller

Join us at The Dreamland as we host world-famous comedian, actor and producer T.J. Miller in a one-night-only stand-up comedy event this August 17! The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-332-4822 NantucketDreamland.org

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

Join MMA naturalists at the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum: uncover secrets of the natural world, learn natural history facts, see museum specimens, experience a touch table, & more, plus various arts & crafts activities! Pre-register at MariaMitchell.org

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

Join MMA astronomers at Loines Observatory—view the night sky through telescopes & learn about current research, weather permitting. Pre-registration recommended at MariaMitchell.org Repeats at 10 pm

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8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see 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 Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

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

Help collect, identify, & release marine life. Meets at Hither Creek Beach Access near 25 Massachusetts Avenue. 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 with MMA for Ages 4+

9 AM to 12 PM - Water Quality Monitoring at the North Head of Long Pond

A hands-on workshop on water quality monitoring at North Head of Long Pond. Use tools to test water chemistry, assess harmful algal blooms, and learn about the impacts of climate change. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd.

9 AM to 12 PM - Community Day: Celebrate the Summer of Seams

Celebrate the NHA’s Behind the Seams exhibition with a morning of textile crafts, demos, and the debut of the Community Quilt, featuring panels by local nonprofits, artists, and Nantucket brands. Don’t miss the community fashion show at 11 AM on the bandstand. Rain date: August 7. Children’s Beach, Harbor View Way.

9 AM to 12 PM - Water Quality Monitoring at the North Head of Long Pond

9:30 AM - Getting Slime-y! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 2-6

Kids make a batch of Slime while learning about measurements & the science be-

hind Slime making. It strengthens fine motor skills, helps with sensory development. Your house will stay clean while we take care of the mess! $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

9:45 to 10:45 AM - Intro to Ukulele for Beginners with Johnette Downing

A fun beginner class for teens and adults! Learn basics & play 2 songs. Bring your own uke and tuner. Registration required: 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 - Crafts in the Courtyard: Kid’s Beach Glass Collage

Suitable for children of all ages, but younger ones may need adult assistance. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

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

10:45 AM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour with NHA

11 AM - Gelli Art Painting & Print Making with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 6+

Your child will enjoy this trendy new way of painting and printmaking with gelatin! During this one-hour class, your child will explore color, and the various techniques used in printmaking. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

11 AM to 12 PM - Book Signing with Elin Hilderbrand & Meg Mitchell Moore

Meet 2 authors: Elin Hilderbrand, author of The Blue Book, along with Meg Mitchell Moore, author of Mansion Beach at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. The first 100 in line at Mitchell’s will get a ticket. No pre-purchase is required. Start lining up at 10am. Only books purchased at Nantucket Book Partners can be signed.

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11 AM to 12 PM - Harmonica Workshop with Grammy Winner Scott Billington

Learn blues and folk harmonica with Grammy-winning musician Scott Billington. Ages 12+. Class size is limited; harmonicas provided. Registration is Required 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

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

2 PM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

2 to 3 PM - Bug Bonanza with Maria Mitchell Assn. for Ages 4+

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

4 PM - Slime Sundaes! with Barnaby’s Nantucket

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.

4 to 7 PM - Live Music by Buckle & Shake at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for 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 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 to 7 PM - Teen Trivia for Teens 13+

Join the Atheneum for an evening of trivia at the library, just for teens! Snacks will be provided. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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 PM - Summer Decks: DJ Series

Featuring Pete Ahern on the beautiful Harborview Deck—tickets are limited: Get yours today at NantucketDreamland.org ** THIS IS 25+ Event. You Must Be 25 or older to attend. No Refunds will be issued.**

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 - Atheneum’s Insight Series with Clare Cushman

Join Supreme Court historian Clare Cushman at the Sconset Casino for a revealing talk on the Court’s inner workings, with rare images & insights. Free but tickets required: NantucketAtheneum.org. Sconset Casino, 10 New Street, Siasconset.

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.

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 to 9:15 PM - Million Dollar Quartet presented by Theatre Workshop

7:30 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

A 3/4-mile, 75-80 minute evening stroll thru historic Nantucket Town to 5 of the most haunted locations. Led by the original guide: this is the most popular walking tour ever on Nantucket. $25; $20 seniors(65+); $15 for teens; $10 for ages 7-12. Cash Only. No Reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 15 min early. whjamieson@gmail.com

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

Join MMA astronomers at Loines Observatory—view the night sky through telescopes & learn about current research, weather permitting. Pre-registration recommended at MariaMitchell.org

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7

STORY WALK: SHOW US WHERE YOU LIVE, HUMPBACK

This lyrical picture book celebrates the bond between children & whales, with fun facts about humpbacks. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

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

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

8:30 AM - The Luna Walk (A.K.A. “Fabulous Mansions”)

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 with MMA for Ages 4+

A tour + animal feeding at the Natural Science Museum: learn about unique adaptations of turtles, frogs, snakes, & more while interacting with educational animals.

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

A marine-themed story, a live animal intro, & a related activity. Held at the MMA Aquarium, 32 Washington St. Pre-registration encouraged: MariaMitchell.org Walkins welcome if space allows.

9:30 AM - Build & Go with Barnaby’s Nantucket For Ages 3-6

Kids will putting together a wood train and three wood vehicles. Each child will then get to decorate & paint their vehicles using a variety of materials. $58: register at barnabysworld.com.

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

Fun songs & singing games. Bring a blanket to sit on in 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. Book at nantucketbywater.com or 508-228-7037.

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

10:15 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

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

11 AM - Working with Clay! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 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.

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 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

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

3 PM - Sconset Tour with Nantucket Preservation Trust

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

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 - Live Music by Crushville at Cisco Brewers

Head out to the brewery at 5 Bartlett Farm Road for 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 - TGIT for Kids with Barnaby’s Nantucket for Ages 5+

6 to 9 PM - Nantucket Preservation Trust August Fete

Tour inside beautifully preserved historic homes in the Mill Street neighborhood, and celebrate historic preservation with an elegant and lively tented reception with cocktails, raw bar, hearty hors d’oeuvres, live music, & a Sense of Place auction with items from Nantucket artists & artisans, and one-of-a-kind experiences. Tickets at nantucketpreservation.org/events/august-fete

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

7:30 PM - Theatre People or The Angel Next Door by ACK Theatre Company

7:45 to 9:15 PM - Owl Prowl for Ages 8+

Experience the mystery of the night with MMA Field Ornithologist Ginger Andrews as you listen for nocturnal bird and animal calls and watch for owls. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, the night promises fascinating encounters. Pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk - Town Route

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. Pre-registration required at MariaMitchell.org