Yesterday's Island/Today's Nantucket, Vol. 55, Issue #1, April 24 - May 14, 2025 by Yesterday's Island Today's Nantucket

Pendants P Gold

Celebrating Art in a New Gallery

Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is inviting members of our island community and visitors to celebrate the opening of their new gallery in the heart of town at 8 Federal Street. This Welcome Home Reception in AAN’s Federal Gallery will be held on Friday, April 25 from 5 to 7pm. The ceremony will begin with a ribbon cutting at 4:30 pm, followed by refreshments and light bites.

“It has been our goal for some time to have one highly-visible flagship gallery in downtown Nantucket,” shared Tracey Sears, AAN Executive Director. This gallery will host a year-round schedule of rotating member shows, artist demonstrations and lectures, and special events. Artistic Director Robert Frazier explains that after renovation, this new location will also feature “increased square footage and a more sophisticated and modern space to display art, offering easy pick-up and drop-off for our artists.”

“As the Artists Association celebrates its 80th anniversary, we are thrilled to build a landmark in the town of Nantucket, our legacy to serve the community for generations to come,” Laurie Champion, Board President, says. “This is an exciting milestone for AAN, and Daffodil Weekend marks the beginning of an action-packed season to come.”

The Federal Gallery is replacing the AAN’s Washington Street gallery and will display a range of works, including oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, mixed media, ceramics, and photography.

In addition to this new space, AAN will continue to operate their Big Gallery, upstairs in the Thomas Macy Warehouse at 12 Straight Wharf. From April 25 through May 12, Mellow Yellow, a show depicting signs of spring in shades of yellow, will be exhibited in Big Gallery.

AAN also offers classes and workshops. Tuesday mornings through May 20, they offer a free Family Drop-In session from 10 to 11 am. During this one-hour workshop, kids age 2 to 5 years will build creative skill and confidence in the company of their trusted adults by playing with a variety of materials. AAN also offer one-week Art Camps for children from ages 4-9. Registration for camp sessions and for adult classes is now open at NantucketArts.org

Never Just about Fishing

by Steve “Tuna” Tornovish

In March of 2011, country singer Trace Adkins released a song called, “She Thinks We’re Just Fishing,” a song written by Casey Beathard, Monty Criswell, and Ed Hill. The song ended up being a top 10 hit for Adkins. More importantly, it welded an immediate bond with so many fathers who related instantly to the song’s video of Adkins fishing with his daughter Trinity, who appeared to be about six years old at the time. My daughters were 14- and 11-years-old when that this song was released. I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that the song played loudly in my head every time my girls and I hit the ponds or the beaches. A quick YouTube search for this song results in an endless collection of heartwarming father-child fishing videos. It’s a beautiful rabbit hole to fall into, unless you’re trying to complete an article on deadline day. And here we are…

I don’t think that the vast majority of people truly understand the importance of fishing. At the risk of devolving this into a trite “If you know, you know” conversation, let me try to fill in some blanks for those of you who don’t know. Or, better yet, let me encourage you to ask one of your knowledgeable fishing friends to take you out fishing just once. I suspect that the connection will be made!

My buddy Tyler O’Brien posted a great picture on Facebook recently. It was his daughter Natalie on her 17th birthday. Natalie was wearing her waders and a thick sweatshirt, holding her spinning rod, prepared to fish the North Head of the Hummock Pond in a howling wind. Yesterday he posted a picture of the 11 different fishing awards that he and Natalie won in 2024. To paraphrase the last line of the Adkins song, they ain’t only fishing. That father-daughter team shares a bond that was built over hours on so many different shorelines and in every kind of weather, and it’s simply beautiful.

I have a quote hanging on my wall from the Texas poet and musician Ray Wylie Hubbard. Mr. Hubbard’s sage words are included in a little drawing that he did for me to celebrate a sobriety anniversary. His artwork serves to remind me that on the days where my gratitude is higher than my expectations, well, I’ll have a pretty good day. So true, Ray Wylie! So on days like today when I’m dragging, I know that it’s time to get busy on my gratitude list. To start off, I’m extremely continued on page 10

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

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

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

A 1/2 mi, 90-min. stroll led by 3x runner-up in Nantucket History Quiz Bowl, 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. 774-325-8972

5:30 to 7:30 PM - Flower Crown Party at the Dreamland Theater Harborview Room

A flower crown workshop with the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce: create a beautiful crown with daffodils & florals, enjoy beverages &hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to win a Daffodil Swag Bag. In The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. NantucketChamber.org

6 to 7 PM - ELL Beginner & Intermediate English Class

Learn basic conversation or improve English skills. Class conducted in English; preregistration not required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

7 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

A 3/4-mil stroll in the historic district to 5 of the most haunted spots. $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 10 min early. 774-325-8972

7 to 8 PM - The Thrill of Writing Action, Adventure, & Suspense

Join bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz for an online conversation about his Orphan X series and his career in suspenseful storytelling. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cran-

berry 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

10 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

2-1/2 mi, 1 hr. exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes. End at White Elephant Hotel. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; $15 for teens; $10 for ages 6-12. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 min early No reservations necessary 774-325-8972

10 to 11 AM - Springtime Free Nature Walk at LLNF

Join Seth Engelbourg, LLNF’s Naturalist Educator and experienced birder, for a tour of the property. Explore the trails to discover what’s blooming, flying, and crawling.

Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

10 AM - Mellow Yellow Exhibit in AAN’s Big Gallery

Visit the Artists Association of Nantucket Big Gallery upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf to see this new spring exhibition. nantucketarts.org

10 AM to 3 PM - 4th Annual Daffodil Bazaar

Come to Nantucket Preservation Trust’s Sherburne Hall, upstairs at 11 Centre Street for shopping and festive music. A Chamber of Commerce Daffy Fest event

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open Daily

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Tickets: nha.org

10:30 AM to 6 PM - Steampunk Exhibit featuring Bruce Rosenbaum

View the art of reknowned Steampunk Artist Bruce Rosenbaum at this new spring exhibition in the Gallery at Four India. galleryatfourindia.com

1 to 3 PM - Daffodil Woven Cuff Bracelet Workshop

Create a handwoven Nantucket Basket Bracelet to complete your Daffodil wardrobe. A Nantucket Decorative Arts Workshop: reserve a spot at nha.org

The Mystery of Eels on Nantucket

by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois, PhD Director of Research & Education at

As spring weather finally begins to grace us here on Nantucket, we begin to look for our favorite signs of spring; cherry blossoms, daffodil blooms, spring peeper chorus, osprey returning, and…eels! That’s right, the annual spring migration of young eels is upon us, heralding the start of spring for the island.

The American eel (Anguilla rostrata) is a catadromous eel, meaning Atlantic eels spend most of their lives in freshwater or brackish tidal environments, found along the Atlantic coast. They only return to the ocean to spawn and then die. Their unique life cycle, spawning in the Sargasso Sea and migrating through both freshwater and saltwater, has also fueled both fascination and mystery surrounding their origins and behavior. For thousands of years, the origin of the eel and how and where it reproduces bedeviled a long list of thinkers and scientists. Parts of this life cycle (like what exactly happens in the Sargasso Sea) are still a mystery.

We know eels begin life as an egg with the odds of survival decidedly stacked against them. They hatch into willow leaf–shaped larvae (leptocephalus). Through a combination of natural forces, including currents and propulsion, the larvae slowly make their way to coastal waters. Those that survive their ocean journey transform into small, translucent glass eels several inches long. In the spring, glass eels migrate from the sea and enter brooks, streams, and ponds to feed and grow. We don’t often think of Nantucket as having rivers or streams but our estuaries, where the saltwater meets freshwater, serve that same function.

Upon reaching fresh water, the eel larvae gradually develop pigment and are known as “elvers.” After a few more

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color changes, they reach their final stage as full-grown adults with greenish, yellowish-brown or black-gray bodies with a white bellies and rounded tails. This is the stage most people think of when you say “eel.” Adult eels can live in fresh or brackish water from 5 to 20 years, consuming invertebrates, fishes, and carrion before they reach maturity and respond to a natural signal that it is time to breed. Mature eels, called neshaw by the Wampanoags, physically transform in preparation for their return to the ocean. Their eyes and pectoral fins enlarge, and they become black on the top and silver on the bottom. At this point they return to the Sargasso Sea to spawn and to die.

Eels have long been a part of the Nantucket tradition. They were part of the natural bounty for the Native Americans that first inhabited Nantucket, the Wampanoag. Later, English colonists relied on eels as an important part of their diet. During eel migrations, a series of nets called weirs were constructed in waterways like Madaket Ditch to trap the eels. In fact, Madaket Ditch was dug by Wampanoag and early colonists in an effort to increase fish runs like shad, herring, and eels. The Wampanoag shared their knowledge of these fish with the colonists. In winter, specially designed spears like barbed tridents were thrust through holes in the ice to catch dormant eels when fresh fish was hard to come by.

Fishing for eels has waned in recent decades and fewer people want to eat local eels. Today eels are primarily caught to be used as bait for larger target species. It’s illegal to harvest glass eels in Massachusetts, but fishing for adult eels (bigger than 9 inches) is permitted with a valid license.

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The Art of Making Do

by Greyson Keller President of The Garden Group, Inc. & Landscape Designer at Studio Viburnum

I began my dream with weary hands, on borrowed time, on shifting sands. Each stone I stacked, the wind unmade, each step I climbed, the road betrayed.

The dream I bore was never mine, but roots entwined in oak and vine.

And when I stumbled, near defeat, it was their hands that found my feet.

Through trials deep and darkened skies, it’s love that lifts, that fortifies. With hearts aligned, with strength renewed, we rise as many, not as few.

So now I build, no longer lone, on solid ground, on love well-sown. For dreams rise stronger, sure and true, when lifted up by more than you.

It’s ironic to me that when the clocks move forward in March, people say, “spring ahead.” As if longer days mean we’re suddenly moving forward, making progress, gaining time. But in my world, more daylight only means more to do: more grass to cut, more beds to prep, more pruning, more planting, more catching up before the season overtakes me. Dethatch the lawn before the bulbs push through. Prune the red-stem dogwoods before they leaf out. Rake the beds before the daffodils get too tall. I make lists, I make plans, but the days have their own rhythm. The hours slip past, the sun lingers longer, and still, I fall behind.

But maybe falling behind isn’t failure. Maybe it’s just the way of things.

Because the daffodils will bloom and laugh whether or not I cleared last year’s leaves. The dogwoods will swell and burst into color even if I never lifted my pruners. And the crocuses, they are the best reminder of all. They arrive unapologetically, pushing up through thatch and mess, through neglect and delay, and still, they shine. They don’t care about perfection. They don’t care about timelines. They simply grow.

We do what we can, when we can. We prioritize. If I know I want peas in the ground, I make time to plant them. If I can’t decide which variety of lettuce to sow, I wait until next week, the seeds will still sprout just as well. We move with the season, not against it. We make do.

Nantucket is more than an island. It is a rhythm, a breath, a place where the land and sea hold stories in their windswept embrace. The roses climbing over gray shingles, the hedges standing like sentinels along winding roads, the saltpruned landscapes bending but never breaking under the ocean’s pull. This is a place of quiet endurance, shaped by hands that work the soil, trim the hedges, and rake the paths that welcome summer’s return.

I’ve spent my life in these gardens, learning their language, tending to the

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Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 8

SUNDAY, APRIL 27

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

9 AM - Nantucket Daffodil 5K

Run through Daffodil Weekend on Nantucket with this annual 5K road race through the scenic coastal village of ‘Sconset on Nantucket’s eastern shoreline. Register at Runreg.com/nantucket-daffodil2025-5k

9:30 to 10:30 AM - Daffodil Cookie Painting with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 4+

Celebrate Daffodil Weekend with this special Barnaby’s class that combines your child’s love of painting & decorating using a variety of edible paints, glitters, and sparkling powders. Your child will leave with a tray full of delicious hand-painted cookies! $58: register at Barnabystoyandart.com.

10 AM - Historic/Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

A 2-1/2 mile, 1 hr. morning exercise walk with historic commentary past historic & spectacular summer homes. Led by the 3-time runner-up in the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl. Cash Only, $25; $20 for 65+; $15 for teens. Departs 10 am sharp from corner of Federal & India Sts by the Atheneum fence. Arrive by 9:50 am. Ends at the White Elephant Hotel. No reservations necessary. 774-325-8972

10 AM to 3 PM - Free Annual Daffodil Show

Don’t miss the Nantucket Garden Club Annual Daffodil Flower Show with daffodil flower entries, floral arrangements, and photography entries. Admission is free with donations accepted for the Nantucket Garden Club’s Island Daffodil Planting Fund. Held at Bartlett’s Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. NantucketGardenClub.org

11 AM to 12 PM - Daffy Slime! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 2+

During this class, you get to keep the gooey mess at Barnaby’s instead of in your house. We’ll be making all things slime-y during this one-hour class. $58: register at Barnabystoyandart.com.

12 to 4 PM - Free Escape Room: Wreck of the Essex

Join us at the Atheneum for Escape Room: The Wreck of the Essex! The Essex is sinking—can you find the items needed to survive in 30 minutes? Free event for ages 13+ requires sign-up at NantucketAtheneum.org. No photography allowed. Groups of 3-6 people. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

The area is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests and a cattail-choked inlet over which a small walkway passes. This is one of the shorter hikes and is close to Cisco Beach and Cisco Brewery. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

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

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

5:30 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

7 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

MONDAY, APRIL 28

8 AM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

10:30 to 11 AM - Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Yoga

Start the day playfully connecting to our bodies and our little ones. Move, stretch, and breathe together. Space limited to one caregiver per child. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open MondaySaturday. Tickets: nha.org

2 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

7466

5 to 7 PM - Learn to Weave A Nantucket Basket

In this beginner friendly class, you will learn how to weave a Nantucket basket, including terminology, stave preparation, weaving, and basic finishing. Each student will make a round basket with a hardwood rim and handle. This is a great way to try your hand at this uniquely Nantucket art form. Register at nha.org

6 to 8 PM - Tarot Discoveries

Bring your own deck of Tarot cards and a Tarot Journal and prepare to have some fun while gaining new insights into this remarkable tool for self-growth. Register each week you plan to attend: NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 to 8 PM - Habitat for Humanity Meeting

An important information session with Habitat Nantucket. Habitat strongly encourages anyone who is considering applying for these homes to attend an information session to learn more about habitat for Humanity, the application process, qualifications and important deadlines. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

TUESDAY, APRIL 29

8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot, see & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

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

A 45-minute yoga practice designed to relax and recharge with slow, mindful movements. Bring your own mat. Space is limited; register at NantucketAtheneum.org

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

3 to 4:30 PM - Children’s Chess Club

Join the Nantucket Atheneum’s new Chess Club! 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. For grades 2-6. No registration required. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

5 to 6 PM - Meditation

Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflection or questions-designed to support a clearer understanding of the method and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged at NantucketAtheneum.org. No experience needed.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30

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

Explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides available to borrow. All levels welcome. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Nantucket’s weasternmost sand extremity is a great hike to see gray seals during the winter, see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck Island. This is one of the longer hikes Nantucket Walkabout does. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-4227466

10 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. 774-325-8972

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open MondaySaturday. Tickets: nha.org

11 AM to 2 PM - Drop-In Craft Gam with No Instruction

Have an unfinished chair, basket, beading, or stitching project? Bring any project you are working on to this open session and work in the company of other creative people. No instruction is provided but basic tools are available for your use. 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. nha.org

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

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

MAP of DOWNTOWN NANTUCKET

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● NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

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

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

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

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

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

oLd gaoL: 15R Vestal Street Constructed of massive oak timbers with iron bolts & iron rods across the windows. The heavy wooden doors are reinforced with iron. 11am- 4pm Wed.-Sat. June 14-Sept. 4.

Please visit nha.org for hours, tours, ticket prices, and additional information.

shipwreck & Lifesaving museum: 158 Polpis Road eganmaritime.org Learn the dramatic history of Nantucket’s shipwrecks, lifesaving, and rescuers. Family activities. Free shuttle to the museum from Visitor Services downtown. Beautiful property at Folger’s Marsh open for picnics. Open May 26-October 9.

▲ 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.

Never Just about

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rank in the past year. “Tim is a model Scout, just a really good Scout the whole way through. He would listen and then apply what you told him. Then he went on to teach the younger guys what they needed to know. For five years, one kid couldn’t get the fishing merit badge. Tim said, ‘We’re going out tonight.’ And that was that. Tim would simply ask, ‘what do you need me to do?’ That’s his attitude. He had to kick it into high gear to get to Eagle. He’s a real respectful guy.”

Tim traveled with the Zinzer family back to Regina Zinzer’s home country of Brazil. Of course

Tim had to check out the fishing in this new environment. Jason told me, “When we finally got to the farm, Tim immediately had to go to the fishing store. Tim is testing the line, looking at all the gear, figuring it all out. Took him an hour but when they got to the river he caught fish! We went with the fishing guide. Tim caught a 24-inch golden dorado, the king of the river, on his first cast. That’s the one that everyone targets! He caught all five species that day! The next day, Tim and Ben tell me that they’re going out to catch an alligator. Call an hour later – “yeah, we got one!”

Tim has recently taken up fly tying. He jumped into some online classes hosted by fly tying expert Jack Larizadeh. Tim dove into this art with a passion. “I love it - it’s pure imagination!” The normally shy Eagle Scout has posted some cool videos of himself tying up a variety of flies at his fly tying bench (follow Tim on Instagram @timsullivan_23).

Tim likes to stay busy. He worked last summer for the Nantucket Harbormaster: “I ran the Headhunter pump-out boat.” He also served as the first mate on the charter fishing vessel Topspin. Tim is excited about his future at Mass. Maritime and whatever the future holds.

Jason Zinzer sums Tim up as follows: “Tim is a highly adaptable kid. Whatever situation he’s in, he perseveres. He’ll be good whatever he ends up.” No arguments here! Go get ‘em, Tim! And remember –it’s never just about fishing.

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

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 14

2 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

6 to 8 PM - Teen Game Night

Come play games at the library! Teens and tweens are invited to play a selection of games in the Learning Lab, including Nintendo Switch games like Just Dance and Mario Party, as well as board games like Trouble and Strategy, and many more! The games will rotate and are first-come, first-served. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

SATURDAY, MAY 3

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

10 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open MondaySaturday. Tickets: nha.org

10:30 to 12:30 PM - Unwind Under the Whale: Historic Bike Tour

Join us for the launch of the NHA’s new Historic Bike Tour. Kick off with a bike history talk by Harvey Young of Young’s Bicycle Shop, then ride along for a guided tour of historic island sites. Learn history of people & place, tracing a story of historic land use. The tour is approx. 2 hours, beginning & ending at the NHA’s Whaling Museum. Bring your own bike or contact us for rentals. Register at nha.org

1 to 2 PM - READ with a Buddy Saturday afternoons a NiSHA Pet Therapy team will be in the Children’s Room at Mitchell’s Book Corner and ready to read with you! If you haven’t experienced the relaxing pleasure of reading with a dog, come by and give it a try. First come, first read! All ages welcome! 54 Main Street.

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Part 2 of this hike is a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

2 to 3 PM - Glen’s Garage for Ages 8 to 12

Calling all young inventors and curious minds! Join us at the Weezie Library for “ Glen’s Garage,” a hands-on STEM workshop where kids can tinker, create, and ex-

plore. No prior experience needed. Register at NantucketAtheneum.org

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

Join our YA librarian to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. All skill levels. Space is limited so arrive on time. Register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

6 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

SUNDAY, MAY 4

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

10 AM to 11:30 PM - Free Seed Starting Workshop

Join Sustainable Nantucket at Mt. Vernon Farm Land Bank Property, for a hands-on workshop on seed starting with Aidan Feeney. Open to the entire community, this event will cover the fundamentals of starting seeds, caring for seedlings, and growing fresh greens at home.

2 PM - Smooth Hummocks Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

4 PM - Community Film Screening

A new documentary film, Nantucket’s Historic Coloured Cemetery: Stories Told By Nantucketers, is set to illuminate the lives of Civil War veterans, fugitives, abolitionists, and whaling captains interred in one of the island’s significant burial grounds. Produced by Nantucket historians Frances Karttunen and Barbara Ann White. Showing in The Dreamland Main Theatre. Tickets at nantucketdreamland.org

5:45 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

MONDAY, MAY 5

8 AM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

10:30 to 11 AM - Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Yoga

Start the day playfully connecting to our bodies and our little ones. Move, stretch, & breathe together. Begin to explore the connection between our bodies and the present moment. Space limited to 1 caregiver per child. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

2 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

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5 to 6 PM - The Role of Phenology in Plant Invasion on Nantucket Island

Dr. Xi will share research on native and invasive shrub phenology, using data and time-lapse photography to study climate change & invasion impacts on Nantucket’s plant communities. Held at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

5 to 7 PM - Learn to Weave A Nantucket Basket

TUESDAY, MAY 6

8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

9:30 AM to 4 PM - Purposeful Over-Marbling

A 2-day workshop for marblers with some experience who are ready to stretch their skills by learning a series of perfectly planned and executed twice marbled papers. Precision tools, precise paint application, direction and planning will result in an array of beautiful, contemporary marbled papers. Register at nha.org

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open MondaySaturday. Tickets: nha.org

2 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

3 to 4:30 PM - Children’s Chess Club for Grades 2 to 6

All skill levels welcome. 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 St. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

5 to 6 PM - Meditation

Each weekly class includes a short talk, a guided meditation, and time for reflec-

tion or questions-designed to support a clearer understanding of the method and help build a consistent meditation practice. Registration encouraged. No experience needed. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. NantucketAtheneum.org

WEDNESDAY, MAY 7

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

These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

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

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

11 AM to 2 PM - Drop-In Craft Gam with No Instruction

12 to 1 PM - Palliative Care Week: A Step by Step Guide to Making a Personal Care Plan

Learn how to create a personal health care plan using Honoring Choices MA Getting Started Tool Kit. Join in person (with a light lunch) or via Zoom to explore 5 key MA planning documents & take the first step with a Health Care Proxy and Personal Directive. Free tool kits + documents. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St.

2 PM - Historic Downtown Walking Tour

2 PM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

NANTUCKET WINDMILL

10 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill

10 to 11 AM - Mother’s Day Workshop! with Barnaby’s Nantucket for ages 4+ Celebrate Moms during this one-hour Barnaby’s workshop! Your child will enjoy making a floral frame, painting a picture & making a card for their Moms on this special occasion. $58: register at Barnabystoyandart.com.

1 to 2 PM - READ with a Buddy

Saturday afternoons a NiSHA Pet Therapy team will be in the Children’s Room at Mitchell’s Book Corner and ready to read with you! If you haven’t experienced the relaxing pleasure of reading with a dog, come by and give it a try. First come, first read! All ages welcome! Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 508-228-1080 MitchellsBookCorner.com

2 PM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

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

Join our YA librarian to explore dungeons, battle monsters, and let your inner warrior out in our beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club. All you need to bring is your untapped imagination and a hunger for adventure. All skill levels welcome. This event is intended for ages 13-18. Space is limited so please arrive on time. You can register by emailing shurd@nantucketatheneum.org. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

6:30 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 or 508422-7466

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

SUNDAY, MAY 11

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

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

This new tour is straight from the pages of Elin’s ultimate “Must See, Can’t Miss, Won’t Forget” guide to Nantucket, The Blue Book. Led by Elin’s sister, Heather Thorpe, this 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.

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

MONDAY, MAY 12

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

10 AM - Nantucket Hospital Thrift Shop Re-Opens

Offering affordable housewares, clothing, furniture, jewelry, shoes, & more to Nantucket and benefitting Nantucket Cottage Hospital. hospitalthriftshop.org Nantucket Hospital Thrift Shop, 17 India Street. HostpitalThriftShop.org

10:30 to 11 AM - Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Yoga

Join certified yoga instructor Jill Lauren for some fun yoga with your little one. Start the day playfully connecting to our bodies and our little ones. Move, stretch, and breathe together. Begin to explore the connection between our bodies and the present moment. Space is limited to one caregiver per child. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

2 PM - Beechwood Farm Loop with Nantucket Walkabout

This property in Polpis shares elements of maritime or coastal heathlands habitat: native tree species, meadows, & wetlands. You’ll feel you’re exploring Yoda’s home swamp planet of Dagobah from Star Wars. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508422-7466

5 to 7 PM - Learn to Weave A Nantucket Basket

In this beginner friendly class, you will learn how to weave a Nantucket basket, including terminology, stave preparation, weaving, and basic finishing. Each student will make a basket with a hardwood rim and handle. This is a great way to try your hand at this uniquely Nantucket art form. 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. 508-2281894 nha.org

TUESDAY, MAY 13

8 AM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 premium galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display to tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open MondaySaturday. Tickets: nha.org

12:30 to 1:30 PM - Lecture: A House Restored: The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial with Lee McColgan

Lee McColgan trades his corporate job to restore the 1702 Loring House using traditional methods. As hidden damage mounts-collapsing beams, mold, frozen pipeshe races to finish before the holidays, guided by a colorful cast of preservation pros. A thoughtful look at craft, history, and finding purpose through restoration. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org

2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows overlooking the east cove. Part 2 of this hike is a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

3 to 4:30 PM - Children’s Chess Club

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 continued on page 29

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.

Island Fun & Shopping

Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket Walkabout

Our selection of new bicycles & e-bikes in a convenient downtown Nantucket location (just a 2-minute walk from Steamboat Wharf) is great for a day of cycling. Nantucket is known for its many bike paths and trails. Whether you want to ride to Jetties Beach for a swim or take in the sights of the Sconset Loop, Cooks Cycles has the bikes for you and your family. Moped &

Jeep rentals, too! cookscyclesnantucket.com

Easy Riders Bicycles

508-422-7466

Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket see website for hikes & times Book online & meet at Handlebar Cafe, 15 Washington St Explore Nantucket’s wilderness with “Walking Nantucket” and “Nantucket: A Natural History” author and naturalist Peter Brace, and learn how the last glacier formed the island. Experience wildlife and rare plants. Learn about Nantucket’s conservation efforts, ecology and the Native Americans that lived here. Adults $65-80; children ages 13 & younger $30. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, & Discover accepted. Get details & make reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com or 508-422-7466. nantucketwalkabout.com

Apparel & Accessories

Blue Beetle

508-325-2722

Open Daily 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

508-228-3227

Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts Open daily at 12 Main Street

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

Commonwealth

508-228-1151

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island” 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 maintained, so you and your family can have a safe and enjoyable bike ride around the island. YOUNG’S also rents cars and Jeeps. Check out their website, give them a call, or stop in to see 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

508-680-1399

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

508-228-9165 ext. 110

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

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

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

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!

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket

508-228-0294

Mellow Yellow in the Big Gallery April 25-May 12 nantucketarts.org

Welcome Home Reception April 25 at 8 Federal St In-Person Gallery & Online Exhibits

The mission of the ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET is to foster the visual arts on Nantucket. They create a vibrant arts community by promoting, supporting, and encouraging the work of Nantucket artists, providing educational programs in the arts, and preserving the legacy of Nantucket artists. AAN has two in-town galleries: the brand new Federal Gallery at 8 Federal Street, where you can see a range of works, which will include oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, mixed media, ceramics, and photography. In The Big Gallery upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf, you can view MELLOW YELLOW through May 12. 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.

G. S. Hill Gallery

508-228-9165

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

In print & online + Nantucket 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

508-228-1353

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm 40 Straight Wharf Oils, watercolors, prints, and note cards by G. S. Hill

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

508-228-1080

See the calendar for our upcoming book signings Open daily at 54 Main Street

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

508-228-8509

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.

Bike Rentals

Cook’s Cycle

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

508-228-0800

Open Daily 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

Bicycle Rentals & e-Bike 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.

508-228-3501

Cars, jeeps, mopeds Open daily at 6 South Beach Street

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

Island Fun & Shopping

Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental

508-228-1227

Open daily, year-round Nantucket Memorial Airport

We’re at the airport & we’ll meet the boat.

NANTUCKET WINDMILL AUTO RENTAL offers terrific service and value not found elsewhere on the island with clean, new vehicles, low rates & free mileage, prompt & courteous service. Once you become a WINDMILL customer, it’s doubtful you’ll rent from any other company when on Nantucket. Daily, weekly, monthly and extended rates are available. We accept Amex, MC, Visa, Diner’s Club, and Discover. Commercial accounts available to qualified companies. 800228-1227. NantucketAutoRental.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151

Open daily in season 6 Broad Street

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

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

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

Confections

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

508-228-1017

Made fresh on Nantucket Open daily at The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for three decades on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you try her fudge, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 40 scrumptious flavors. Her most popular fudge flavor is chocolate peanut butter, which has a layer of rich peanut butter fudge on the bottom, topped with a layer of decadent chocolate fudge. AUNT LEAH also has her famous chocolate-covered cranberries. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate or a mixture of both. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. auntleahs.com

Consignment & Thrift Shops

Commonwealth

508.680.1399

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

Island Treasures

signer 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! Follow us on Instagram @therainbowfleet therainbowfleetnantucket.com

Contests

NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

508-228-9165

Deadline is Sept. 12, 2025 - CASH PRIZES Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

See winners & entries online at Nantucket.net nantucket.net/photo-contest-entry ENTER EARLY & OFTEN! This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world. Winners of previous contests are online at The Insider’s Guide to Nantucket: nantucket.net. The 2025 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 12, 2025. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your high resolution photo entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. Please make sure your digital images are highresolution. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners.

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!

Gifts

Hill’s of Nantucket

Open Daily 10 am to 5 pm.

Unique & Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

508-228-1353

40 Straight Wharf

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

It’s A Shore Thing

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

508-680-1901

Open daily at 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 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

Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop

508-228-5470

Your shop for authentic Daffodil Festival apparel! 33 Straight Wharf Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs nantucketboatbasinshop.com

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

Health Care

Cottage Pharmacy

Open daily

508-228-0789

Mon-Fri 10am-3:30pm & Sat. 10am-2pm 128 Old South Road

New & used clothes, housewares, jewelry, & more

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? ISLAND TREASURES is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of new and gently used clothing for women, men, and kids, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, art, beach toys, kids toys, and so much more. There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may discover. Find us in Hanabea Shopping Center, off Old South Road. There’s a convenient NRTA bus stop nearby

The Rainbow Fleet

508-825-7300

10 Vesper Lane

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

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

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 de-

508-825-8100

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

Eleish Van Breems Home

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

508-901-9912

Open daily 10 am to 5 pm 14 Easy Street

Celebrating Scandinavian style & craftsmanship evbantiques.com

The Nordic spirit is alive on Nantucket. Experience the beauty of Scandinavian-inspired living at ELEISH VAN BREEMS HOME at 14 Easy Street. Rhonda Eleish and Edie van Breems are known for imparting their inviting aesthetic to island homes ranging from coastal retreats to larger estate properties. We look forward to welcoming you! Follow us @eleishvanbreems 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. The Wharf Shop will open daily soon for 2025. We are always open online! icarusandco.com

It’s A Shore Thing

Distinctive Nantucket Gifts

508-680-1901

Open daily at 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

Home Painting & More

Nantucket Pro Painters

508-228-0229

Open daily at 21 Centre Street

JEWELERS’ GALLERY offers Nantucket’s largest collection of antique and estate jewelry, including pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Webb, and more. Stop in to see our classic period pieces. We specialize in diamond, sapphire, and emerald engagement and anniversary rings. We also carry exquisite island classics, including the Turk’s Head braided bracelet, Nautical Cable Collections, gem-set Sailors’ Valentines, and handwoven gold lightship basket jewelry. Also featured at JEWELERS’ GALLERY is an outstanding collection of beautifully designed jewelry by 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

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

Library & Public Programs

Nantucket Atheneum

508-680-4317

Call for our services Professional • Efficient • Reliable

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

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!

508-228-1110

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

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

Mental Health Services

508-228-9165

Nantucket.net

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

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

Jewelry

Blue Beetle

Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227

Open daily at 12 Main Street

Icarus + Co.

Jewelry and Home Decor

19 Old South Wharf

Fairwinds

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

888-225-4636

Open Monday-Friday 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street We’ll make your dream come true!

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

Movies, Concerts, Celebrations

The Dreamland

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

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

Nantucket Whaling Museum

508-228-1894

Admission $20; $18 seniors; $5 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

Island Fun & Shopping

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

508-228-1894

Your portal to Nantucket history 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

Pet Accessories & Gifts

Cold Noses + Geronimo’s

508-228-3731

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

Shoes

Respoke Respoke.com

Iconic designer scarves repurposed Open for 2025 at 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

Baskets, Bubbles, & Bourbon

June 27: tickets go on sale May 5 Annual Fundraiser & Garden Party

Join us for our annual summer fundraiser celebrating the rich tradition of Nantucket lightship baskets! This year, Baskets & Bubbly is now BASKETS, BUBBLES & BOURBON and will feature exciting new additions that honor both weavers & collectors. We will also have an exclusive showcase of distinguished basket collectors displaying their treasured pieces. This year, our highly anticipated auction features a curated selection of exceptional works from today’s most talented artisans—plus select collaborations with other skilled craftspeople. And that’s not all! Enjoy a bourbon tasting alongside our signature bubbles, craft cocktails, and light bites. Tickets go on sale May 5 at nha.org

DreamBIG 2025

See Our Website for Films & Events

Benefit for The Nantucket Dreamland held in the Sconset Casino Fundraiser on July 18 NantucketDreamland.org

THE 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. The annual DREAMBIG fundraiser will be held on July 18, 2025 in the Siasconset Casino. Guests will enjoy an elegant dining experience, meaningful conversations, and a shared commitment to the arts. Sponsorship opportunities are now available, and ticket packages will be on sale soon—don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary night!

Fairwinds in Bloom: Supporting Behavioral Health Together

508-228-2689

June 30 from 5 to 7 pm in the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum Benefit for Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center fairwindscenter.org

FAIRWINDS in BLOOM: SUPPORTING BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TOGETHER is a special evening celebrating community, resilience, and wellness. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Nantucket’s Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, this event offers an opportunity to support accessible behavioral health services while enjoying a night of beauty and generosity. The evening will feature an exclusive silent auction, offering a thoughtfully curated selection of items and experiences. Each bid helps Fairwinds continue its lifesaving mission of providing essential mental health and substance use services to those in need. Delicious hors d’oeuvres & refreshing drinks will be served in the serene coastal beauty of the museum grounds—a place that honors courage, perseverance, and community, values that deeply align with Fairwinds’ work.

Nantucket Book Festival

Celebrating great books and fascinating authors

June 12-15, 2024 Visit the website for schedule of free & ticketed events

The NANTUCKET BOOK FESTIVAL brings more than 20 stellar authors to Nantucket for in-person talks, forums, gatherings, and celebrations of writers and readers. Presenting authors for 2025 include: Carl Hiaason, Patti Callahan Henry, Charmaine Wilkerson, Dawn Tripp, Jonathan Waterman, Alice Hoffman, Wally Lamb, Bob Woodward, Loretta J. Ross, Ann Leary, Imani Perry, and Jason Reynolds. Most of BOOK FESTIVAL events are free — see the schedule at nantucketbookfestival.org

New Moon Fest info@newmoonfest.org

May 24 from 5 to 10 pm

Held in the ‘Sconset Casino Nantucket Empowering Women, a film event

NEW Moon Fest will illuminate voices of women storytellers and showcase imaginative films that honor the feminine spirit. The feminine spirit on Nantucket is palpable: she’s in the air, in the water, in the sand. On May 24, join storytellers, artists, mothers, daughters, leaders, and allies for a night of film and celebration. Tickets available now at newmoonfest.org

Rain: a Tribute to The Beatles

508-228-4305

Benefit on July 30, 2025 from 6-10 pm Tickets at theatrenantucket.org Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

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

Swim Across America

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

Weekend at the Library

July 17-19, 2025

Benefit For Nantucket’s Free Public Library & Gathering Place

508-228-1110

1 India Street

Thursday, July 17-19, 2025, THE NANTUCKET ATHENEUM will host its new major fundraiser Weekend at the Library! – three days of fun for all ages in its historic library building and grounds at 1 India Street. This special weekend kicks off a First Look insiders’ view of treasures from the Atheneum vault. On Friday, enjoy welcome cocktails, then hear Thought Leader & MSNBC anchor Stephanie Ruhle in conversation with bestselling author Bill Cohan. A dinner & fireside chat follows. On Saturday, Singer Songwriter Allen Stone will perform two sets in the Atheneum’s Great Hall, followed by a summer garden party. Details & tickets at nantucketatheneum.org/weekend-at-the-library-2025 nantucketatheneum.org

Theatre

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

508-228-4305

THE COTTAGE on stage from June 4-21 Tickets at theatrenantucket.org

Nantucket’s Longest Running Professional Theatre

THEATRE WORKSHOP of Nantucket has been the island’s live theatre company since 1956. On June 2, the curtain goes up on the 2025 season, with THE COTTAGE, a brand new, side-splitting romp fresh from Broadway. It’s an outrageous tale of sex, betrayal, and desire in a surprising and hilarious web of unraveling secrets. Get your tickets today at theatrenantucket.org! TWN: Where Nantucket Meets Broadway! theatrenantucket.org

Thrift Shop

Seconds Shop

508-228-6677

Proceeds benefit Fairwinds - Nantucket’s Counseling Center 32 Sparks Avenue Open Daily 10-4, closed Wednesday Call about making donations Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable

Dining Guide

The Faregrounds

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am

Indoor & Outside Dining

Delicious & affordable. Gift Cards available

Markets

Bartlett’s Farm

508-228-4095

27 Fairgrounds Road

508-228-9403

Open Daily, Year Round 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

508-228-2797

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS is serving its regular menus with daily specials. 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. Call ahead to reserve one of their outdoor dining tables! thefaregrounds.com Nantucket Bake Shop

Tuesday-Saturday from 6:30 am to 3:30 pm; closed Sunday & Monday

The delicious freshly baked treats & bread you love. 17-1/2 Old South Road Try our 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)

Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices Open Monday-Friday Lunch 11am-2pm & Dinner 3-7pm at The Hive, 5 Amelia Drive 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!

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. Theroseandcrown.com

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

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

Affordable Family Dining Lunch, dinner, & late night menu Tues-Sat. from 11:30 am. Indoor & Outside Dining 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.

Rose & Crown

thefaregrounds.com

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

Vineyard

Nantucket Vineyard

Open daily

Fine Nantucket wines

508-325-5929

5 Bartlett Farm Road

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

Events & Entertainment

Events are updated daily, year-round at Nantucket.net from page 19

5 to 6 PM - Meditation

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14

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

These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome. Birding Field Trips are free and open to all! Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

10 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point

11 AM to 2 PM - Drop-In Craft Gam with No Instruction

3 to 4:30 PM - Library Legos

The library will supply the LEGO bricks and you can have some fun. Free, but space is limited. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

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

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

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

6:30 PM - Shawkemo Hills Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

A hiking experience through a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. From a high spot on this hike, see and learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, the Haulover, Nantucket Harbor and inner harbor shores. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

8 PM - The Nantucket Ghost Walk

THURSDAY, MAY 15

8 AM - Sankaty Bluff Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

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

WalkNantucket.com

10 AM to 1 PM - Drop-in Transcription Time

Drop in for an afternoon of transcription with the NHA! Whether you’re just starting or continuing a project, join fellow volunteers in a social setting. Research associate available to assist. Projects include 19th-century letters, Obed Macy’s journals, and whaling log books. NHA Research Library, 7 Fair Street. nha.org

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

6 to 7 PM - ELL Beginner & Intermediate English Class

For those seeking to learn basic conversation or improve English skills. Class is conducted in English; preregistration not required. For details: 508-228-1110 x113. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. NantucketAtheneum.org

FRIDAY, MAY 16

8 AM - Coskata Pond & Woods with Nantucket Walkabout

A three-mile hike mostly over sand, exploring this area is a fascinating exploration of the beginnings of Nantucket Harbor. Six habitats - tidal pond, beach, cedar forest & dune, maritime oak forest, salt marsh with two active osprey nest poles and harbor. Book at WalkNantucket.com or 508-422-7466

10 to 11 AM - Free Springtime Nature Walk at LLNF

Join Dr. Sarah Bois for a tour of the LLNF property, highlighting research & restoration while exploring the trails for blooming, flying, & crawling wildlife. Free and open to all! Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. llnf.org

10 AM to 4 PM - Nantucket Whaling Museum Open

Exhibits in 9 galleries & more than 1,000 works of art, artifacts, & treasures on display tell the story of Nantucket across 4 centuries. Open Mon-Sat. Tickets: nha.org

2 PM - Lost Farm Sanctuary Hike with Nantucket Walkabout

5:30 to 7:30 PM - Special Edition Historic Bike Tour

This special edition NHA Bike Tour will include a show-and-tell talk about the history of bikes from Harvey Young of Young’s Bicycle Shop. After the talk, participants will hop on their bikes and follow Thomas Perich for a guided tour of a few historic properties around the island. Register at nha.org

6 to 8 PM - Teen Game Night

The Art of Making Do

landscapes that make Nantucket feel timeless. I know their seasons, their struggles, their small victories. And I know the people who care for them, my crew, my friends, my neighbors.

Some have been here for generations, their roots as deep as the oldest swamp oaks. Others came from far away, drawn to the promise of hard work and a life built with their own two hands. Gardeners, painters, housecleaners, carpenters, artists, nurses...people whose work is woven into the fabric of this island. Without them, the roses would climb unchecked, the hedges would lose their shape, the cobblestones would sit heavy beneath a layer of dust.

But for many of us, the cost of calling Nantucket home is slipping beyond reach.

Rent at Richmond’s Meadows I and II apartments has jumped 20-30% in a single year. Families are doubling up. Workers are commuting from off-island. Some are leaving altogether.

The same hands that plant, paint, clean, and build—the hands that make Nantucket feel like home—are being forced out of it. And it’s not just rent. Everything has become more expensive: materials, fuel, wages. As costs rise, so must the rates for the services that keep Nantucket’s homes and gardens pristine. But there’s a limit to what people will pay. I see it already, some cutting back on maintenance, some choosing the cheapest labor available, regardless of experience or care. And I wonder, what happens when the very things that make Nantucket extraordinary begin to unravel, one small cut at a time?

But I refuse to believe this is the end of the story. Because if there’s one thing I know, it’s that Nantucket is built on resilience. We are a community that finds a way. We patch what’s broken. We stretch what’s left. We share what we can.

The fisherman mends his net instead of buying a new one. The carpenter saves good wood from an old job to fix a neighbor’s fence. The gardener repurposes bricks for a new border rather than tossing them aside.

We make do.

And we can do the same when it comes to keeping our workers, our people,

our community, here. We can create solutions that honor both Nantucket’s history and its future.

Accessory Dwelling Units can provide housing for year-round workers without disrupting the island’s charm. Inclusionary zoning can ensure that new developments set aside affordable housing. Programs like ACK-Now’s Lease to Locals are already turning short-term rentals into long-term homes. Homeowners, business owners, policymakers, we all have a role to play in prioritizing year-round stability over seasonal profit.

This isn’t about changing Nantucket. It’s about preserving what makes it real. The landscapes, the traditions, the community. The feeling of knowing your gardener’s name. Of trusting your house painter. Of seeing familiar faces at the market instead of an endless rotation of strangers.

Nantucket thrives when its people thrive. I look at the gardens I tend, the clients I’ve worked with for years, the employees I consider family, and I know one thing to be true, this island is worth fighting for. The challenges are great, but so is the spirit of this place.

The work we do is never perfect, never finished, never fully caught up. That’s the nature of gardens, and that’s the nature of life. There is always more to do, always something we didn’t get to, always a list of things that should have been done yesterday. But still, the gardens grow.

Still, the daffodils bloom.

Still, the crocuses shine.

Still, the island holds us, and we find a way forward.

Still, we make do.

And that’s what gives me hope.

Because if there’s one thing I know, it’s that we will always find a way to grow.