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Help Choose the Winner Festive pumpkins, crimson moors, colorful bittersweet, crisp evenings scented with smoke wafting from chimneys; oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics, wood carvings, photographs, and sparkling jewels……

Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the 2018 People’s Choice Exhibition, with a festive autumnal reception on Friday September 28, from 6 to 8 pm, in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. The show will be on display through Monday, October 15.

“This is the one show of the year where residents and visitors have the opportunity to view the work and vote for their favorite pieces during the opening weekend. The staff then tallies the votes, and the winning works of art will be recognized with a gold medallion next to their work in the gallery for the duration of the exhibition,” said AAN gallery manager Peter J. Greenhalgh.

“Each year the People’s Choice exhibition showcases a wide array of styles, and with so many newly accepted artists members, this year should prove to be quite diverse,” said AAN interim executive director Robert Frazier.

“This interactive show not only affords the viewer the chance to enjoy the numerous works by our talented artists, they have the added pleasure of being a part of the interactive process by choosing their favorite work," added Frazier.

The Solo Show Spotlight Artist during this exhibition is Jo Ann Welch. Located in the heart of Nantucket’s Cultural District, just a stones’ throw from Main Stree, the gallery is open Monday to Saturday, from 10 am to 5 pm., closed each day from 2 to 2:30pm.

To learn more about the AAN, visit nantucketarts.org. For details about AAN 2018 fall programs and events, call 508-228-0722.

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Who’s Your Scientist?

by Dr. Sarah Treanor Bois Director of Research & Education at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation Have you ever wondered where Nantucket bats spend their time? Do you have questions about prescribed fire use on the island? How about those invasive green crabs?

The Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative (NBI) is at it again with the biennial Citizen Science Weekend, starting Friday, September 28 and continuing through Sunday, September 30. Ready to answer your questions about all things Nantucket biodiversity, NBI has a weekend schedule full of activities to showcase the island’s biodiversity and to get you involved in the action.

All events throughout the weekend are free and open to all with registration.

Since its inception in 2004, NBI has worked to include the broader Nantucket community in scientific endeavors. It’s not just about telling people what science is happening on-island, NBI strives to let people get their hands dirty and collect real data on the living organisms that call Nantucket home.

What started as an island-wide bioblitz in 2004 has morphed into a weekend of workshops, field trips, and activities geared towards having people experience scientific research at their comfort level. Beginning bright and early at 8am Friday morning, you can help sample non-native invasive green crabs with Emily Molden (Resource Ecologist, Nantucket Land Council) and Dr. Emily Goldstein-Murphy (Director of Natural Science, Maria Mitchell Association). You’ll learn how to identify crab species and how the Eurasian green crabs may be impacting our marine ecosystems. Sorting through crab traps in Nantucket harbor could lead to other discoveries as well.

Where else can you spend a night trapping bats and the next morning use similar nets to trap birds? Not only will you be able to get up-close and personal with some of Nantucket’s amazing flora and fauna, you’ll be facecontinued on page 12

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Waves of the Future

Sail Endeavor a Nantucket tradition. established 1982

by Robert P. Barsanti When you mow a lawn in September, you mow for yourself and the hawks.

Perhaps not for the voles and the mice. The grass that once hid them has been mulched and they have to take their fuzzy chances in the open. Around us, the neighbors have emptied the refrigerators, moved the boogie boards to the basement, and dragged the grill indoors for the winter. Some have put covers on the cars, others have tucked them up against the house. Even the AirBnB people have called it a season. Perhaps Columbus Day. Perhaps Stroll. Perhaps not.

Nonetheless, I push the mower around the yard, circle the posts under the porch, and come right up to the scrub pine and rosa rugosa washing up against the yard. In the fading light of a September afternoon, the mower makes its last sputtering spins before it goes back up the two by fours and into the back of the pick-up.

Silence falls.

Without the planes, the cars, the bicycles, the grills, the dogs, and the families holding the world up, the silence dropped from a fading sky. You can have a moment of pride in that silence. Everyone has gone and you remain, still.

After the summer, the island comes back to us in silence. It remains as it has always been, gold in a setting sun, and purple in a climbing night. On a clear night like this, were I to stay out here in Madaket, the stars would pepper the eastern sky until the Milky Way spread over my head and the constellations danced a slow reel. Islanders see the island as their own because, for nine months, it is. The moors circle and the bowl of the sky focuses down on dirty, grassy me. Atlas of the Island, Master of All I Survey, and King of the Moors.

Of course, there is no silence.

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Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

Today’s Nantucket

Island Events & Entertainment Events are updated daily at Nantucket.net 10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for the 20 minute ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite the post office. 508-332-0953 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Taco Bar Buffet is $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95) plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11 to 11:30 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 3+ Stories, songs; program limited to first 15 attendees. Tickets at the Weezie desk 30 minutes before program. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-228-

7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 to 7 PM - Jah Spirit Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

5 to 7 PM - Domaine Select Estate Wine Tasting Lindsay Cox, New England Regional Manager, will pour European regional favorites that honor the rich history and culture of the territories from which they originate.

Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 N. Beach Street. 508-228-2755 EpernayWines.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater After a fun day on Island, come out with us to enjoy beer, wine, and our signature cocktails while you take in the gorgeous sights in Nantucket Harbor. 508-2287037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 6 to 7 PM - Free Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced English Classes For those seeking to improve English language skills. Open to all, conducted in English. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got the Blues Live music at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595 continued on page 10

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Celebrating Service Year-Round

by Carl Oscar Olson In spite of it’s relatively small size, Nantucket can still be a challenge to traverse. Fortunately, for residents and visitors of our small island, Nantucket Regional Transit Authority is here to help us all on our way.

NRTA got their start back in 1993, and two years later in 1995 their buses began rolling 30 miles out to sea. During the first year, the service was known as “The Shuttle.� Four buses carried passengers around Nantucket from June 1 through Labor Day. Paula Leary has been the organization’s administrator since the beginning. “The first year was so successful that the community wanted more service,� she recalls. “Additional routes were added through the next few years: Madaket, ‘Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, then additional routes servicing ‘Sconset from different areas along Milestone Road and Polpis Road.� The busses quickly became an essential part of island life, and the routes have continued to grow and adapt to this day.

This past spring, NRTA reached another milestone in their 23-year history by providing the island with service almost every day of the year. “The biggest change is in the hours of operation, which will be from 7am to 9pm during the week and 7am to 7pm on weekends,� explained Paula. “Service will not run Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day, but there will be longer hours of service on Stroll weekend and New Years Eve.�

There will also be a few changes to the routes during the off-season. “The ‘Sconset via Old South Road Route is different in the winter, primarily servicing the Old South Road/Nobadeer Farm Road corridor, with several trips to ‘Sconset throughout the day,� says Paula. “Not only to provide service to ‘Sconset, but we heard a lot from residents in Tom Nevers, especially those with kids who wanted the service.� continued on page 19

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A 2 1/2 mile, 1 hour, non3stop morning exercise walk 3 with historic commentary 3 past some of the most spectacular homes on Nantucket.

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For ages 13 and up. Learn about the real Nantucket of opium dens, bordellos, riots, hippie hysteria, a gigolo, a conman, and the legendary Benny Cleveland. Please arrive 10 min. early at Centre and Main, beside the bank steps. Wednesdays starting at 10:30am.

Great Writers on Nantucket

Hear how Hemingway, Melville, Steinbeck, and others were inspired by their stays on this magical island. Please arrive at 10:20am at Federal and India Sts, outside the Atheneum fence. Mondays at 10:30am.

Prices for all tours: Historic Mansions & Hidden Parks $15 per person.

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Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

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Indian Summer Expeditions

by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier of Épernay Nantucket is breathing a huge sigh of relief these days. As the fast and furious summer chapter on island is closing, the door to autumn begins to open. The sun sets a little earlier, although no less spectacularly, and the temperature begins to gracefully fall, reminding us to carry an extra layer for warmth and comfort just in case. Now is the perfect time to drink in some of the beauties that the Grey Lady has to offer, sans the hustle and bustle of the summer season, and with an apropos pairing to highlight the experience.

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Always on the lookout for a good time had by all, the captain of your ship should gather the crew to experience an afternoon at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. Be sure to set aside a few hours in order to observe and absorb all that this gem has to offer. The museum has daily programs, guided tours, featured exhibits, and small films that bring to life the rich history of the Grey Lady. You will even see the skeleton of a 46-foot sperm whale! Spend time on the rooftop observation deck, also known as Tucker’s Roofwalk, to take in the stunning views of Nantucket Harbor. The museum, managed by the Nantucket Historical Association, is located in the downtown district at 12 Broad Street and is open daily April through December.

After a day imagining what it was like to be “on the whale,” you will most likely be in need of refreshment. Folly of the Beast Pinot Noir, from grapes grown in the Central Coast of California, is the answer. This wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir and a white whale of a “wheely-good” wine for this grape varietal as this price point. From foggy mornings to cool evenings in the vineyard, this wine offers aromas of bright cherry and clove, continued on the palate with a slightly smoky, vanilla taste. It is round on the palate with bright fruit and such the crowd pleaser of a wine. A perfect supplement to any fall feast!

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When looking for an easily-accessible place to walk among the many trails maintained by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation, most would most likely venture towards Tupancy Links with their four-legged friends or Sanford Farm for a longer stretch. Now that you have the time to venture elsewhere on the island, Masquetuck Reservation is an excellent spot to view Nantucket’s diverse natural habitats within a small area. Grassy fields, hardwood forests, freshwater bogs, and salt water marshes are all part of the scenery along this series of walking trails near the West Polpis Harbor. It is located at the end of Quaise Pastures Road, approximately three miles down Polpis Road when turning off from Milestone Road.

After exploring, open a bottle of Domaine de Prion Fleurie “La Madone,” to capture the taste and essence of fall. Fleurie is considered a Cru Beajoulais, continued on page 21

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ISLAND COOKING

A Taste of Summer Sunshine

START YOUR DAY OVERLOOKING THE BAY. TOPPER’S BRUNCH Saturday & Sunday --------------Open for breakfast daily

by Maryjane Mojer Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm “There are only two things that money can’t buy, and that’s true love and homegrown tomatoes.”

— Guy Clark While the rest of New England is heading for orchards and loading up bags and baskets with apples and maple syrup, year-round and fall residents of Nantucket know the true gift of fall. October first brings Family Scalloping, but even before that, those in the know wait for that first announcement that Pick Your Own tomatoes is on the calendar.

My job is mostly inside, but a few times a year I get to stand in the middle of this spectacular field and say hello to friends that I haven’t seen over the summer and people that I’ve gotten to know because of this job, to see our incredibly hard working, smart, and diverse field crew in action (and our customers getting a chance to say hello to them!), greet relatives (saw about fourteen this time), and chat about recipes.

For me, (family and grands aside) it doesn’t get a lot sweeter than that.

After a day in the tomatoes, I float home from the farm, dusty from the field, sweaty and sun-kissed, tired and parched, but with a heart and soul full of gratitude. No tomatoes, mind you, but a whole lot of happiness.

Traditionally, we hold the first Pick Your Own Tomato Day at Bartlett’s Farm on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. As with all things on a farm, it is weather dependent. Mother Nature was particularly cooperative this year, and the weather was perfect. Well over 5,000 pounds of tomatoes were

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Events & Entertainment from page 6

10 PM to 1 AM - Karaoke Karaoke at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 6:30 to 8:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Town Walk Join MMA’s Field Ornithologist on a birding experience around the island. Transportation provided + a limited number of excellent binoculars available for loan.

Registration Required. $20. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 8 AM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions - Guaranteed Sightings!

Learn about & see Humpback, Finback, and Minke Whales; possible other sightings include Basking Sharks, White Sided Dolphins, Sea Turtles, & birds. On-Board naturalist on this 6-hour off-shore trip, with approx. 1-1/2 hr transit time each way.

Tickets: $165pp. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at White Elephant. $20. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 11 AM - Pickleball Drop-in sessions whenever school is in session. $5 guest fee to the NBGC. Nantucket Boys and Girls Club, 61 Sparks Avenue.

10 to 11:30 AM - Guided Nature Walk Nature walk with Dr. Sarah Bois, LLNF Director of Research & Education. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. $10 (free for members).

10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Fish Fry Grilled swordfish & beer battered cod. Buffet $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95) plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 to 5 PM - Biological Collections Open Hours A free drop-in program at the new Research Center at 2 Vestal Street. Learn about the collections, why collections are so important to science, and examine different specimens during each session. From specimens of birds to mammals, from insects to plants, you never know what will be on display! Learn & ask questions.

3 to 7 PM - Foggy Roots Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise aboard the Shearwater After a fun day on Island, come out with us to enjoy beer, wine, and our signature cocktails while you take in the gorgeous sights in Nantucket Harbor. 508-2287037 ShearWaterExcursions.com 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations. continued on page 11

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Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Morejuice The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water St. 508-228-2595

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 All Day - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina All day, a basket of 16 jumbo wings for $12.95; half basket for $8.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. At Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 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. Tickets:. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 AM to 12 PM - Modern Pointed Pen Calligraphy with Liz Roessler A small group workshop designed for beginning enthusiasts, to get people inspired about the joy of calligraphy in a relaxed, comfortable studio setting. Registration Required at nha.org 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mile, 90 min historic walk through the beautiful village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for 20 min ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite post office. 508-332-0953 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Saturday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 12 to 4:30 PM - Living History: Federick Douglass Visits Nantucket Guy Peartree re-enacts Douglass’ first visit to Nantucket in 1841. Following his presentation, the group is invited to walk to the African Meeting House at Five Corners. At 2pm there will be a reading of the proclamation from the board of selectmen, a Q&A, and a concert. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 2:45 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 to 7 PM - Elovaters Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Sean Lee Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

5:15 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 5:30 to 7 PM - Cocktail Cruise and Raw Bar aboard the Shearwater After a fun day on Island, come out with us to enjoy beer, wine, our signature cocktails, and a raw bar while you take in the gorgeous sights in Nantucket Harbor.

508-228-7037 ShearWaterExcursions.com continued on page 13

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

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Who’s Your Scientist?

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to-face in the field with the researchers who know the most about these creatures. It’s your chance to ask questions, experience something new, and increase your scientific literacy.

Another event designed to bring you face-toface with researchers is the Friday evening Meet and Greet with the Scientists from 4:30-6:30 at Cisco Brewers. Join your NBI hosts and scientists for a casual gathering of conversations and good cheer.

As part of the weekend, NBI hosts a keynote speaker around an important biodiversity topic.

This year’s keynote is Dr. Shaun McCoshum who will give a talk, “Small Scale Pollinator Conservation: Measuring Success and Plugging into the Landscape.” Shaun will discuss wild invertebrate pollinator conservation and how to support their needs in our own gardens and landscape practices.

Free and open to all, the talk will be held from 6:30 to 8:30pm in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

A bonus for the weekend is a field trip with the keynote speaker on Sunday afternoon. From 13pm on Sunday, September 30, Dr. McCoshum will lead a group through Nantucket native pollinator habitat and help us identify our local pollinators.

We’ll also have an opportunity to learn about tagging monarch butterflies as they begin their southward migration.

This year’s Citizen Science Weekend also in-

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

cludes a phenology workshop exploring nature’s timing and a changing climate with me, Dr. Sarah Bois. I will highlight my research at the Linda Loring Nature Foundation while also demonstrating how to implement these ideas in your own backyard.

An ever-popular activity will happen early Saturday morning: bird banding. During a four-hour window (6am to 10am), registrants can drop by anytime to join local experts for a banding demonstration. Participants can see local resident birds and may be lucky to find a few migrating through.

Experts will measure, weigh, and assess each bird and band each in the name of research. It’s an amazing chance to see a winged creature up close.

As they say, a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

Those who are not early risers can take a Saturday mid-morning tour of the Town’s Shellfish Hatchery at Brant Point with Tara Riley, Shellfish Biologist for the Town of Nantucket, and Leah Cabral, Assistant Biologist for the Town of Nantucket. Join Tara and Leah for an explanation of the Town’s Oyster Reef Restoration Project and how you can be involved.

From drone demonstrations for ecological purposes to fire ecology in the sandplain grasslands, there are programs and workshops for any interest.

It’s a great way to see something cool and new while making connections with local scientists and naturalists.

The full schedule of events is located on nantucketbiodiversity.org. All the programs are free and open to all, but registration is required as space may be limited for some activities.

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6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 7 to 8:30 PM - All About Bats Join Kim Botelho, MMA’s Dir. of Education, for an indoor presentation about bats, expecially those found on Nantucket. Natural Science Museum, Corner of Milk & Vestal Streets. 508-228-0890 MariaMitchell.org Rain date Sunday, Sept. 23.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations.

Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953 10 PM to 1 AM - DJ Mikey Live DJ at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 8 AM - Whale Watch with Shearwater Excursions - Guaranteed Sightings!

Learn about & see Humpback, Finback, and Minke Whales; possible other sightings include Basking Sharks, White Sided Dolphins, Sea Turtles, & birds. On-Board naturalist on this 6-hour off-shore trip, with approx. 1-1/2 hr transit time each way.

Tickets: $165pp. 508-228-7037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 8 AM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 10 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch Savor a new twist on breakfast dishes & savory fare at The Proprietors, 9 India Street. Reservations: 508-228-7477 proprietorsnantucket.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

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10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

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 soil. A fascinating island ecosystem with many things to teach us. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 to 4 PM - Hand-Lettered Gifts with Liz Roessler Learn unique techniques, tools, & best writing instruments for hand-lettering on chalkboards, mirrors/frames, glass, shells & more. Registration required at nha.org 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 3 to 7 PM - Elovaters Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com continued on page 14

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5 to 6:15 PM - “A Lasting Friendship: Anna Gardner & Frederick Douglass” Barbara White explains Gardner and Douglass’ friendship, shares some correspondence, and provides insights into the lives of these American icons. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

6 to 9 PM - Pot Luck Supper at Star of the Sea Let Nantucket come together. Take a break from the summer hustle and break bread in communal harmony. Picnic tables, volleyball, bonfire, entertainment. Bring a dish to share, drink, and instruments. Star of the Sea Hostel, 31 Western Avenue.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations.

Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 NANTUCKET FALL RESTAURANT WEEK

Participating Nantucket restaurants will offer specially priced meals and threecourse dinners through September 30, 2018.

8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers.

508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at White Elephant. $20. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 11 AM - Pickleball Drop-in sessions whenever school is in session. $5 guest fee to the NBGC. Nantucket Boys and Girls Club, 61 Sparks Avenue.

10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by Nantucket on a 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 for65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fence 10 min early. 508-332-0953 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Chef-Carved Roast Beef Buffet is $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assort-

Souza’s Seafood “Fresh Off the Boat!”

Lobsters alive or cooked - call ahead for fast service Lobsters • Littlenecks • Nantucket Bay Scallops • Tuna • Flounder • Cod Salmon • Swordfish • Smoked Bluefish • Smoked Paté • Shrimp Stop by to enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing!

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ment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM - Wing Day at Saltbox Tavern & Table Stop by 7 Macy’s Lane for 75 cent wings all day. 774-333-3814 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 5 to 7 PM - Jacob Butler Live Music at The Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 NANTUCKET FALL RESTAURANT WEEK

Participating Nantucket restaurants will offer specially priced meals and threecourse dinners through September 30, 2018.

7 to 9:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Field Expedition Join MMA’s Field Ornithologist on a birding experience around the island. Transportation provided and a limited number of excellent binoculars available for loan.

Registration Required: 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning Ages 2 to 7 Fun and engaging songs, singing games, and movement activities aimed at teaching musical skills to the very young. Tickets available the day of the program when library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 to 11:30 AM - Free Class: iPhone Tips & Tricks Class is free but registration required: 508-228-1110. NantucketAtheneum.org 10 AM to 4 PM - Color Meditation Workshop with Loretta Domaszewski Loretta will explore the characteristics of our 5 senses with color symbolism, through an intuitive approach to painting. An informative class in a calm fun, relaxing environment for all levels. Registration required at NantucketArts.org 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street. continued on page 15

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10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for the 20 minute ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite the post office. 508-332-0953 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Soup & Sandwich Buffet is $12 and includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 to 7 PM - 4 EZ Payments Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Ben-

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MID-ISLAND LOOP.....$2, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 every 30 mins. weekdays 7am-9pm,

weekends 7am-9pm; 5/14-6/10 and 9/15-10/8 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30pm; 6/11-9/3 every 15 mins. 7am to midnight; 9/4-9/14 every 15 mins. 7am to 11:30pm MIACOMET LOOP.....$2, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 every 30 mins. weekdays 7am-9pm, weekends 7am-9pm; 5/14-6/10 and 9/15-10/8 every 30 mins. 7am to 11:30pm; 6/11-9/3 every 20 mins. 7am to midnight; 9/4-9/14 every 20 mins. 7am to 11:30pm SCONSET VIA OLD SOUTH RD.....$3, 4/27-5/13 and 10/9-12/31 weekdays 7am to 9pm, weekends 7am to 7pm – service along Old South Road/Nobadeer Farm Road with limited trips to Sconset daily. 5/14-6/10 and 9/4-10/8 7:15am to 11:15pm every 60 minutes; 6/11-9/3 7:15am to midnight every 60 minutes.

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MADAKET.....$3, 5/25-6/17 & 9/4-9/16, 7am-11:30pm, every 60 mins; 6/18-9/3 every 30 mins.

AIRPORT ROUTE.....$3, 6/16-9/3 10am-6pm every 20 mins.

SCONSET VIA MILESTONE RD.....$3, 6/14-9/3 7:15am-7:15pm, every 60 mins.

SCONSET VIA POLPIS RD.....$3, 6/25-9/3 10am-6pm, every 80 mins.

SURFSIDE BEACH.....$3, 6/18-9/3 10am-6pm, every 40 mins.

JETTIES BEACH ROUTE.....$2, 6/18-9/3 10am-6pm, every 30 mins.

Half fares: 65 and older, individuals with disabilities, veterans & active military. Children 6 & under ride free.

Change is only given in the form of a voucher for future rides only. Drivers do not make change.

DOWNTOWN BUS STOPS: Designated stops are conveniently located along the routes - look for grey posts with blue stripes.

Madaket & Jetties – Broad St, in front of the Whaling Museum • Airport, Surfside & Sconset via Polpis – Washington St. Mid-Island, Miacomet, Sconset via Old South Rd and Milestone Road – Washington Street, Greenhound Site PARK & RIDE LOTS ARE AVAILABLE ALONG THE ROUTES: The Muse – 44 Surfside Rd • The Chicken Box – 5 Daves St • Faregrounds (7am-5pm) – 27 Fairgrounds Rd All buses carry 2 bikes and are handicap accessible.

1, 3, & 7 day passes for unlimited travel may be purchased aboard all buses.

For complementary paratransit or TDD service call (508) 325-7516. Bus info (508) 228-7025.

Riders Guides are available at NRTA 20R South Water St., Visitor Services 25 Federal St., Chamber of Commerce 0 Main St., Greenhound Building, on all buses, and at downtown stops. nformation and amenities are available at the Greenhound Building on Washington Street daily from April 27-May 13 and Sept.10-Dec. 31 from 10am to 6pm. May 14-Sept. 9 from 9:30am to 6:30pm. Hours are subject to change.

Real time info from your cell phone or computer at nrta.transloc.com For more information visit nrtawave.com, or email nrta@nantucket-ma.gov

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nett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 7 to 9 PM - Free Tea & Tarot with Danica Connors This gathering is an opportunity for beginners to learn and advanced readers to share their skills and receive readings. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations necessary. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. 508-332-0953

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 NANTUCKET FALL RESTAURANT WEEK

Participating Nantucket restaurants will offer specially priced meals and threecourse dinners through September 30, 2018.

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8 to 10:30 AM - Bird Walk Weekly Wednesday Bird Walk with Seth Engelbourg, LLNF Naturalist Educator and Program Manager. Meets at 7:45am. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. free for members, $10 non-members.

8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 AM - Historic Mansions of Main Street and America’s Oldest Windmill A 2 mi, 45 min nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary. See historic mansions of Nantucket. $15 cash only. Meet at Main & Centre bt the bank steps 10 mins early. No reservations required. 508-332-0953 8:30 to 10 AM - Free Beginner’s English Class For those seeking to improve their English language skills. Free class is open to all, conducted in English. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Dance(sing) Movement: 10mos. - 3yrs.

Free creative movement class; limited to first 15 + caregiver. Tickets at the Children’s Desk, when library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. free. 508228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org continued on page 16

High Speed Ferry

The WAVE will now be operating a year-round fixed route bus service!

YEAR ROUND SERVICE:

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Schedule September 4 - October 22, 2018

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Events & Entertainment from page 15

10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Notorious Nantucket Walking Tour Discover the hidden history of Old Nantucket they dare not tell you anywhere else on this 2/3 mile, 80 min. walking tour. for ages 13+ $20. $15 seniors (65+) & Teens.

Cash Only. Meet at Main & Centre Street by bank steps 10 min early.

10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Burger Bar (Chicken Burgers, too) Buffet is $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 12:15 PM - Rotary Speaker: Vincent Murphy Ecologist, Department of Natural Resources Fairgrounds Restaurant, 27 Fairgrounds Road. 508-228-4095 NantucketRotary.club 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

1:30 to 3 PM - Free Writers’ Group Aspiring writers of all genres are invited to participate in reading and discussing their original compositions. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 508-228-1110 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. Close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3:15 to 4 PM - Free Dance(sing) Movement for 3 - 6 year olds Creative movement class for children; limited to first 15 children. Tickets at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes before program. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

3:30 PM - Oyster Farm Harbor Tours Join the Land Council for an educational afternoon aboard Shearwater Cruises power catamaran for a tour of Head of the Harbor, and exploration of Fifth Bend Oyster Farm. Learn more about oysters and their role in the ecology of the harbor.

Tickets limited: meg@nantucketlandcouncil.org 508-228-2818 5:15 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 5:30 to 6:30 PM - World Wide Voices Book Discussion Group: ‘No Turning Back’ Open to all. No Turning Back by the prize-wining journalist Rania Abouzeid tells the tragedy of the Syrian War through the dramatic stories of 4 young people seeking safety and freedom in a shattered country. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 6:30 PM - Film for Thought: The Bookshop At The Dreamland, 17 S. Water Street. 508-228-1784 NantucketDreamland.org 6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Knitting and Crocheting Circle This circle of needlery comrades continues the ancient art style to create works for decoration, donate, and display. All sessions are open to the public and all levels of knitters and crocheting. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 to 8:15 PM - Free Concert: Restless Leg Syndrome Come and hear the melodious sounds of husband-and-wife duo Michael and Charity-Grace Mofsen, who will be joined by local artists for an evening of acoustic music. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early.

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 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. Tickets:. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 to 10:30 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 18-36 mos Limited to first 10 toddlers + their caregivers. Tickets at the Children’s Desk when the library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. free. 508-228-1110 NantucketAtheneum.org 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for the 20 minute ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite the post office. 508-332-0953 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Taco Bar Buffet is $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95) plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11 to 11:30 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 3+ Stories, songs; program limited to first 15 attendees. Tickets at the Weezie desk 30 minutes before program. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 to 7 PM - Buckle and Shake Live music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5 to 7 PM - Fall Favorites Wine Tasting Join Melissa Saunders of Hogshead Wine Company as she pours wines to welcome autumn from a fall folly to a floral Fleurie, and a fabulous rose in between. Epernay Wine & Spirits, 1 N. Beach Street. 508-228-2755 EpernayWines.com 6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 6 to 7 PM - Free Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced English Classes For those seeking to improve English language skills. Open to all, conducted in English. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7:30 to 9:30 PM - Earth Got the Blues Live music at the Rose & Crown, 23 S. Water Street. 508-228-2595

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 6:30 to 8:30 AM - Early-Bird Bird Town Walk Join MMA’s Field Ornithologist on a birding experience around the island. Transportation provided + a limited number of excellent binoculars available for loan. continued on page 17

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Registration Required. $20. 508-228-9198 MariaMitchell.org 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 8 to 10 AM - Green Crab Sampling with Emily Molden and Emily Goldstein-Murphy Join Emily and Emily while they sort through a trap of crabs, identify crab species from Nantucket Harbor and learn about their ongoing research into invasive European Green Crabs and how they may be impacting our marine ecosystems. 508228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at White Elephant. $20. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 11 AM - Pickleball Drop-in sessions whenever school is in session. $5 guest fee to the NBGC. Nantucket Boys and Girls Club, 61 Sparks Avenue.

10 AM - We’re Still Rolling!

Please join the Wave for a celebration to kick-off the year round bus service on Nantucket! Greenhound Building, Washington Street.

10 to 11:30 AM - Guided Nature Walk Nature walk with Dr. Sarah Bois, LLNF Director of Research & Education. Linda Loring Nature Foundation, 110 Eel Point Rd. $10 (free for members).

10 to 11:30 AM - Invasive Tunicate Detection and Identification Join visiting researchers and tunicate specialists, to learn how to find, identify and report the presence of these marine nuisance species. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Fish Fry Grilled swordfish & beer battered cod. Buffet $12 & incl. 20 item salad bar plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 12:30 to 2 PM - Plant Phenology Workshop with Dr. Sarah Bois and Seth Engelbourg Join Sarah & Seth as they introduce you to the important world of plant phenology & their ongoing climate research. Linda Loring Nature Foundation property. 508228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org. A Citizen Science Weekend Event 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows. Also: a closer look at Nantucket Harbor from an inner harbor coastal bank. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 to 3:30 PM - Madequecham “Wildflowers and Weeds” Walk with Kelly Omand Explore wetland systems, coastal heathlands, and forest in Madequecham and explore how the dynamic of both native and invasive species impact these ecosystems. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 to 7 PM - Foggy Roots Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4:30 to 6:30 PM - Meet and Greet with the Scientists Join your NBI hosts and scientists for a casual gathering of conversations and good cheer at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road. A Citizen Science Weekend Event 6 to 8 PM - Art Opening: People’s Choice View the art exhibit and vote for your favorites in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Artists Association of Nantucket.

6:30 to 11 PM - Scallopers Ball A unique community event sponsored by the Nantucket Shellfish Association, it celebrates the start of scalloping season with a rousing party. Tickets to this event

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at nantucketshellfish.org 508-325-7753 7 to 9 PM - Bat Encounters with Danielle O’Dell Learn what has caused drastic declines in some species, and why Nantucket my be an important refuge for these little mammals. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org. A Citizen Science Weekend Event 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations.

Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

6 to 10 AM - Songbird Banding with Dr. Richard Veit Join Dr. Veit with local bird experts for a banding demonstration at the former banding station of Edith Andrews near Madaket. Stop by anytime during the 4 hour period. Specific location details will be provided upon registration: 508-2282884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 7 AM - Wing Day at Easy Street Cantina All day, a basket of 16 jumbo wings for $12.95; half basket for $8.95: buffalo, barbecue, teriyaki, or plain. At Easy Street Cantina, Corner of Broad & Easy Street. 508228-5418 EasyStreetCantina.com 8 AM - 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. 508-4227466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 9:30 to 11:30 AM - Oyster Reef Restoration and Shellfish Hatchery Tour Explore the Town’s Oyster Reef Restoration Project, including why and how, and for a tour of the Town’s state of the art Shellfish Hatchery at Brant Point. 508-2282884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:30 AM to 12 PM - Arts Festival Week Kick-Off Book Signing Author Steve Sheppard at Mitchell’s Book Corner, 54 Main Street. 508-228-1080 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for the 20 minute ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite the post office. 508-332-0953 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Saturday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1 to 3 PM - Fire Ecology & Restoration with Rachael Freeman and Jeff Pollack Join Rachael and Jeff on an exploration of Nantucket’s rare sandplain grassland habitats & learn about how FIRE is used as a critical management tool to sustain them. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com continued on page 25

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Year-Round Service

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ARA'S TOURS Experience Nantucket

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On top of extended hours and extra service, Paula and her team at NRTA are providing a few more perks that will increase safety and comfort for riders. “There will be an additional two shelters constructed at our more popular stops, the corner of Dave Street and Pleasant Street and at the Landmark House stop on Orange Street.

These, like the shelter at Tom Nevers, will be solar powered for lighting.”

There were a few bumps on the road to extended service. “The biggest challenge in providing yearround service was funding” adds Paula. “The Advisory Board increased the fares and pass rates, and the Board of Selectmen opted to fund the remaining cost of service through the NRTA's local assessment funding source.” All in all, these are small prices to pay for the reliable service provided.

Join The Wave and NRTA to celebrate extended service and kick off the year-round bussing on Nantucket Friday, September 28 at a party in The Greenhound Building, Washington Street. The fun starts at 10am. There will be speakers and contests to win annual service passes, giveaways, and other prizes. The celebration is open to the public.

Full bus schedules are available at nrtawave.com and at The Greenhound bus station on Washington Street. Or better yet, get even more accurate information on your phone: “We encourage everyone to visit nrta.transloc.com and register for the Where’s My Bus app,” says Paula. “This app will give you access to real-time information about bus locations throughout the winter and all year long.”

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Waves of the Future from page 5

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guiles us with hope of permanence, the sea mutters the rumor we fear to be true. Today, when one of the great whirling ladies of the Caribbean made landfall thousands of miles away, giant waves came sweeping up the beach in an imprecise and incomprehensible cadence. Standing there in the silence of the lawns, underneath all of the other sounds, was the inhuman crash of wind and wave. I got in the car, turned on the radio, and headed to the water.

Millie’s was open for the weekend, but the parking lot was empty. The lights burned upstairs, but the waiters and waitresses stood at the window and watched the sun inch to the horizon. I am sure there were specials heating, scallops marinating, and chowder warming in the hope that the last of the summer people would come. But they hadn’t.

The lights were still on in the (current) last house on the left. Two gigantic dogs circled the house in a trot while one Dad finished the loading of a Honda Pilot in the drive way. He may have been a tenant, packing for the family who left before him, or he may have been an owner making one last packing-up. He had stacked beach chairs in the roof carrier, filled the back with bags and comforters, and had lined up fishing rods in the PVC holders on his bumper. He whistled and slid the door open for the dogs.

They cautiously stepped in, then he slid it shut behind him.

As I parked my dented and ratty truck, he flipped light after light off in the house, then he left it for the wind and the winter.

The stories the house could tell. It had made and lost fortunes, fostered and broke dreams. It had held dozens of rental families, dozens of birthday parties, honeymoons,

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and anniversaries. Built for a thousand, sold for ten thousand to a fishermen, sold again to a speculator, and to another for a million and a half, before a foreclosure, and another sale. Then the town’s plans to build a municipal bathroom washed out to sea, along with two bike racks, and a row of dunes. Now an owner and a realtor were hoping to find someone willing to spend 1.2 million before the storms come and it all washed away, like tears in the rain.

Storms take and storms give. Off of Madaket, in the sand swept away during last winter, lies one of the best breaks on island. A sand bar pushes almost a hundred yards out to sea and in the rolling remnants of a gigantic hurricane, the young zip along the curl of head-high surf.

At that meteorological grace amid the heat of the sun, the pull of the moon, and the spin of the earth, they ride the moment to the bottom, and then pop off the top into the air.

In the salt chuckle of wave sucked out to sea, the future appears naked and omnipotent. All the way to the horizon, wave after chaotic wave push forward in a mathematical madness. “The awful spirits of the deep, hold their communion there.” Waves will always come. Under sun, under star, under fog, under dark, the waves will march from the future, crash into the present, and slip back into history. The land will slip away, tablespoon by tablespoon, until wave meets wave over the last hedge funder’s dream.

The young have no time for erosion. They have the moment of speed and grace, held up by the twitches of muscle and polyurethane. The centuries have bloomed into a long curling stage of that rushing moment. They bloom in the salty present; the past has slipped back into the sea and the future is coming in the next set.

I stayed and watched until the sun set and the seals took their place on the beach. It seemed a better use of my time than mowing.

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the highest classification from the granitic soils of this region located north of Lyon in France. Made from 100% Gamay Noir, this is a stronger, fruitier and more abundant grape than its relative Pinot Noir. This wine offers a velvet texture with a fruity, floral bouquet and earthy texture on the palate. “La Madone” is a lieu-dit, literally meaning “said place,” referring to a small geographical area such the name with boundaries - in this case, as a single vineyard. The grapes are hand-harvested and processed with a traditional (for the region) slight carbonic maceration, in which whole grapes are fermented in a carbon dioxide rich environment prior to crushing them. This leaves a fruity wine, low in tannins, with perhaps just a touch of spritz on the palate.

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‘SCONSET

If you haven’t yet made your annual pilgrimage pedaling your bicycle to the other side of the island, now is the time to do it. The long haul on the ‘Sconset Loop Bike Ride is a great way to clear your head, stretch your mind, and work out some of the kinks of the routine work of summertime. Whether you take the straight route to ‘Sconset via Milestone Road (almost 7 miles) and return on the lengthier (9.5 miles) and more exciting Polpis Road route —or vice versa, remember your bike etiquette just in case you do encounter other riders. Ride right, pass left after announcing your presence, wear your helmet, and signal properly when turning.

Following such a long trek, you may be in need of a bottle of wine that lasts longer. Chene Bleu Rosé Côtes de Provence en Magnum is considered a “Super Rhône” wine. Made with organic and biodynamic principles in the Vaucluse region of Provence in France, this boutique wine property is named after the blue oak tree on the estate. The wine is an old-style, artisanal French rosé, made from 95% Grenache and 5 % Syrah. Notes of strawberry, spice, and a salty minerality on the nose are followed on the palate by a clean, elegant finish with refined acidity. Best to bicycle with your besties and break out this beauty afterward together! continued on page 22

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An awesome way to finish the summer season on Nantucket is by taking advantage of Nantucket Fall Restaurant Week. During the last week in September, local restaurants offer specially priced, unique menus. It’s worth the extra night out or two to dine at not just your favorite restaurant, but also to try a new spot. Grab your girlfriends, colleagues, or your beloved spouse for date night during this week to show your love for the culinary expertise that is abundant on Nantucket.

To get the celebration started before go to dinner, you can pre-game with a lovely bottle of bubbly. Jo Landron Brut “Atmospheres” Sparkling Wine hails from the Muscadet region of the Loire Valley in Northwest France. The blend is 80% Folle Blanche (also known as Picpoul), with tons of lively acidity, and mostly Pinot Noir with a dab of Chardonnay. The fruit for this cuvée is 100% from their estate, biodynamically grown and hand-harvested for that ever so gentile touch. A traditional secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle, just like Champagne, with a low dosage making the sparkling sensation on the dry side (Extra Brut). Racy citrus with fresh peachy fruit is accompanied by a rocky, earthy complexity, making it taste very fresh, clean and pure. Who doesn’t love bubbles and this is a brilliant score for the price!

However you decide to celebrate the ending of the summer and your ritual of welcoming the new dawn of fall, may your days be filled with bounty from the local harvest and your cup overflowing that you may give and share with others to experience.

Jenny Benzie is an Advanced Sommelie and owner of Épernay Wine & Spirits at 1 N. Beach Street You can follow her at @epernaywines and #yeswayepernay.

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Taste of Summer from page 9

picked by a couple of hundred dedicated home cooks and a few appreciative and very hard-working chefs. The second Saturday, we had fewer pickers, but a lot of repeat customers. We are planning on at least one more, but we’ll see what the storms swirling around in the Atlantic have in mind for us.

I’m not sure if it’s the intense heat we’ve had, but this year’s crop has been sweet and juicy with deep, intense flavors. Because of this, the first week’s pickers, with all of their plans and good intentions, seemed to eat most of their loot before they could plunge, pare, or cook a single tomato.

Most of the PYO pickers have a plan when they get off the tomato shuttle.

One had already sliced up all of his onions, garlic, and peppers and had huge pots of water on his stove so he could blanch and peel as soon as he got home. I believe he picked about 400 pounds. That’s a lot of blanching, and he promised he’d drop off a jar this week.

One veteran picker had planned her week’s menus around her haul. tomato pie, marinara, bolognese, caprese salad, along with roasting and freezing the rest. The crew from Ventuno was with me in the field from beginning to end, breaking all single picking records with a solid 1,200 pounds plus—farm-to-table for sure.

It’s easy to tell the experienced pickers from the newbies. Those who have picked before will bring resealable bags or plastic containers with lids for the cherry and grape tomatoes, multiple bags for the larger ones, (to prevent squishing) smaller bags or containers for the delicate heirlooms, and a friend or two to help haul.

It’s just fine to come out, enjoy the tractor ride to the field and pick a tomato or two…in fact, I dare ya to try. There have been very few who, once they are in the field and facing a mountain of beautiful, ripe fruit, can stop at one or two. A few have tried, and, admittedly, a few have succeeded. Very few.

If you are coming out for the first time, do a little prep work ahead of time and come with a bit of a plan. The plan could be picking a bunch of tomatoes continued on page 26

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Featured Restaurant: Black-Eyed Susan’s

The Pleasures of Autumn We arrived a little early, just two other tables and three stools at the counter were occupied. Wait staff was doing final prep and Chef de Cuisine Todd Edwards and his staff were busy at the open kitchen. You can see all the action from every seat in the house at Black-eyed Susan’s: performance art that results in a delicious meal!

Co-owners Jeff Worster and Susan Handy have operated this island classic for more than 20 years. Every season their creative and internationally inspired dishes earn them more loyal patrons. For many, a meal at Black-Eyed Susan’s is a must on every trip to Nantucket: something you just can’t miss.

Breakfast begins at 7am here at 10 India Street. Lucky for us it’s September. During July and August there’s likely to be a wait, even at this early hour, but it’s usually short because service here is efficient. Morning favorites for those who like a sweet start include Sourdough French Toast with orange Jack Daniels butter and cinnamon pecans and Buttermilk Pancakes with berries and maple syrup.

But this eatery primarily serves the savory, so you can begin your day with Pennsylvania Dutch Pancakes with Jarlsberg cheese, Eggs Benedict, Huevos Rancheros, Corned Beef Hash + Eggs, or an omelette or scramble (try the Thai Green Curry Coconut) with Santa Fe Hashbrowns (black-eyed peas, cheese, pico de Gallo, and sour cream). Their orange juice is freshly squeezed, and the coffee here is not only good, it’s bottomless!

Dinner service starts promptly at 6pm, but well before that hour, anyone wandering down Centre Street is going to notice the amazing aromas wafting down from 10 India. Why not let yourself be drawn around the corner to see what’s on for the evening?

We began our meal with a delightful mix of summer and autumn that was the perfect taste profile for September. Organic Baby Kale Salad replete with herbs and lots of roasted pistachios is tossed in just enough lavender-plum vinaigrette to coat the leaves. This is a tasty way to get your greens.

We’ve not much experience with Japanese cuisine, so Chef Edwards’ Okonomiyaki was a revelation. A popular bar snack in Japan (so we’re told), this “grilled as you like it” pancake is filled with Napa cabbage, scallions, and ginger along with big chunks of rock shrimp yet remains light and fluffy. The flavorful cake is made even more delicious with bacon across the top and zigzags of kewpie mayonnaise and okonomi sauce. The umami is upped with bonito flakes strewn across. Did we mention how well this place does savory?

The perfect accompaniment to this treat is a cold brew, so pick up a few bottles on your way—Black-Eyed Susan’s is BYOB. We had trouble picking a favorite: two dishes tied for top billing. The Crispy Summer Squash arrives breaded and fried and placed on top of creamy whipped goat cheese. It's beautifully plated with cornichons, cilantro, and bright orange hot sauce. We love the contrasts: the crisp and creamy textures and the heat cooled by the goat cheese. The name Marinated Organic Cauliflower just doesn’t do this justice to our other top pick. Yes, that is what it is, but it led us expect something like you’d get on a crudités plate. We couldn’t have been more wrong. Presented in a graceful bowl, the florets, marinated in vinegar, olive oil, and thyme, are cool and crunchy—a crumble of sesame dukkah adds a toasty earthiness. Underneath is a delicious beet hummus, and on top are spears of pickled onion and micro greens.

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Entrees at Black-Eyed Susan’s are evenly divided between seafood and meat. If you want a light meal after one of their hearty appetizers or are hungry enough for an extra course, they have three standards that can be ordered in full or half portions. All three are fantastic, which, of course, is why they have been on the menu for as long as we can remember: Whole Leaf Caesar Salad, Capellini with tomatoes, basil, and garlic, and Linguini with Local Quahogs.

When we order from this section, we tend toward the linguini and clams—it’s one of the best preparations of this dish we’ve ever had.

Portions here are generous, and every bite of each entree we ordered was delicious! The accompaniments are perfectly matched to the star of the show and, in some cases steal the show.

The Smokey Atlantic Salmon is slathered with horseradish butter and nestled into a bed of tender caraway spaetzle offset with a crunch of red cabbage. On top of the fish is a generous dollop of fig mostarda that adds a touch of spicy sweetness. We spread the fig mixture across the salmon to get some of this lusciousness in every bite.

We love the Seared Atlantic Halibut served simply (fresh fish well seasoned, who needs more?) over a smooth potato puree spiked with Old Bay. Small cubes of firm, fresh zucchini are scattered across the fish and around the plate, with drizzles of bacon vinaigrette and baby basil. As one of our party commented: this is like meat-and-potatoes for fish lovers.

Chef Edwards’ Citrus Rosemary Chicken is deliciously succulent with temptingly crisp skin. The dish is prepared with chicken thighs, so there’s more flavor in the moist meat than with breasts. The tasty mushroom and spinach risotto underneath has the perfect balance: at once toothsome and creamy.

Pomegranate molasses stirred into the jus adds a whisper of sweetness, and toasted pine nuts are the final touch.

The ragout of roasted eggplant and San Marzano tomatoes is superb with the Black Angus Sirloin. We love the thick rounds of polenta that are served alongside fried to a crisp golden brown on the outside and fluffy inside. This dish is best when you include some of the ragout and a ring of pepperoncini with each bite of steak.

We adore the desserts served at Black-Eyed Susan’s. They don’t change much year-to-year, but, really, why would they? They’re delicious as they are.

There’s a dense and delicious Chocolate Pot de Creme served with freshly whipped cream and cookies. And, even better, housemade Sorbet or Gelato with a grilled flour tortilla slathered with butter and liberally dusted with cinnamon sugar. The flavor of the gelato or sorbet does change: this visit we had a Pumpkin, Walnut, Peanut Butter Gelato that was marvelous!

Stroll down Centre Street, turn onto India away from town, and follow the tempting aromas. You can’t miss it. And you shouldn’t!

Black-Eyed Susan’s open through late-October at 10 India Street stop by or call 508-325-0308 for reservations Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; prices range from $8.50 to $15 Dinner Mon.-Sat. from 6-10pm; Entree prices range from $26 to $29 BYOB, corkage fee • Cash or checks only, no credit cards black-eyedsusans.com

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2:45 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike an area dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of N. America.

From a high spot, see & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 3 to 7 PM - Skyfoot Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 5:15 PM - Polpis Harbor Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout As the sun sets over Nantucket Harbor & Coatue, learn from Guide Peter Brace how geological forces formed Nantucket & Polpis Harbors & about salt marsh ecosystem in the harbors & conservation efforts. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 6 PM - Free Concert: The Lobbyists Nantucket Arts Council brings The Lobbyists back to Nantucket for an evening of music to open the 2018 Nantucket Arts Festival. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations are welcome. Concert followed by art exhibit opening.

7 to 9 PM - NBI Keynote Address: Shaun McCoshum, PhD The mission of the Nantucket Biodiversity Initiative (NBI) is to conserve that native biodiversity of Nantucket through collaborative research, monitoring and education. The Keynote speaker for the 2018 NBI Research Conference is Shaun McCoshum, PhD. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations.

Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

7 to 9 AM - Bird walk with Local Bird Expert Edie Ray Join Edie Ray to look for the latest interesting sightings of both land birds and shorebirds. Birding locations will be determined based on recent reports and observations. Attendees will be carpooling; meeting site provided upon registration: 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 8 AM - Polpis Harbor Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Festooned with salt marshes populated with nesting & fishing shorebirds, Polpis Harbor also has beautiful meadows. This hike also gives a closer look at Nantucket Harbor. 508-422-7466. WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 9:30 to 11:30 AM - Environmental Monitoring with UAV’s Seth Engelbourg Join Seth as he demonstrates and explains the dynamics and intricacies of using drones for environmental monitoring and research. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event 9:30 to 11:30 AM - Pollinators in Action Join Shaun McCoshum and Emily Molden for a walk through pollinator habitat to identify and discuss some of the busiest insects among us. 508-228-2884 NantucketBiodiversity.org A Citizen Science Weekend Event

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10 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch Savor a new twist on breakfast dishes & savory fare at The Proprietors, 9 India Street. Reservations: 508-228-7477 proprietorsnantucket.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Sunday Brunch at Wauwinet A delectable brunch along the waters of Nantucket Bay in Toppers at the Wauwinet, . Reservations: 508-228-0145 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - Gardner Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This hike is within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain of sandplain grasslands and contains pitch pine forests with a walkway over a cattail-choked inlet. This hike is close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. Tickets:. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - Poetry Reading: Nantucket Poets The Nantucket Poets, a group of local poets, will present their writing at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 3 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 3 to 5 PM - Walden Chamber Players Concert The NHA hosts the world-famous Walden Chamber Players in a rousing & eclectic combination of classical instrumentation that draws from a rich palette of sources & styles. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 3 to 7 PM - Skyfoot Live Music at Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Rd. 508-325-5929 CiscoBrewers.com 4 to 5:30 PM - Interwoven Stories Celebration More than 60 hand embroidered Nantucket ‘pages’ will be on display. Celebrate the people who created them & their stories. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 5 PM - Smith’s Point Sunset Hike with Nantucket Walkabout See an amazing sunset at the westernmost extremity of Nantucket in sight of Tuckernuck Island. Walk back on the beach under the rising moon & stars, and maybe take a dip in the ocean if you’re game. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 6 to 9 PM - Pot Luck Supper at Star of the Sea Let Nantucket come together. Take a break from the summer hustle and break bread in communal harmony. Picnic tables, volleyball, bonfire, entertainment. Bring a dish to share, drink, and instruments. Star of the Sea Hostel, 31 Western Avenue.

7 to 9:15 PM - Manhattan Short Film Festival Filmgoers on Nantucket Island will unite with over 100,000 film-lovers around the world during the week of September 27-October 7 for this Film Festival screens at the Nantucket Atheneum on September 30, October 2, and October 5. 1 India St. continued on page 42

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to share with family and friends, or recreating your grandmother’s Sunday Gravy, but a plan is helpful.

Tomatoes that are this luscious and ripe won’t last long on your counter, so get all of your ingredients, jars, pots and pans ready ahead of time. Fruit flies are amazing, obnoxious critters and will show up if there is the slightest blemish or bruise. The sooner you process your tomatoes, the less likely they are to appear. If they do, a bowl of cider vinegar, covered in plastic wrap, with several holes poked in the top will help keep them at bay.

Clear off your counters, empty your dishwasher, get your favorite cooking playlist ready.

Peel your garlic, chop your herbs, get organized.

If you’re planning on roasting and freezing (or just plain freezing) clear out your freezer.

Two of the tomatoes we grow vie for most popular. The honey sweet, orange yellow Sun Golds are easy to spot and fun to pick. Romas or plum tomatoes are also popular, particularly for sauces and roasting.

Recipes for tomatoes can be tremendously time consuming, ingredient heavy, and complicated. Start simple and build your repertoire over time. It’s heartbreaking to find that you’ve made a huge effort, put time and money into a big beautiful pot of something only to have it fall flat. Begin with small batches of tried and true recipes and go from there.

I’m a believer that there is no such thing as too many tomato sandwiches, so save some to enjoy

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while they last.

For freezing without cooking, simply wash and dry, core, bag, and freeze. This very simple method is a great way to save tomatoes to add to soups and stews.

Roasting is my favorite method. I like to use an assortment of tomatoes. Spray your pan well as these sweet orbs can become very sticky when slow cooked over a long period. Roast all of your cherry and grape tomatoes together, with the usual accouterments: olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme. I prefer to add my basil fresh after everything has cooled down a bit. If you’d like to add garlic, simply cut the top off of a few heads of garlic, drizzle with oil and nestle on the pan. No need to peel all of the cloves when you can just squeeze the fragrant paste out after they are cooked. Use 425 degrees for approximately 45 minutes until they’re soft, browned, and swimming in a sea of their own goodness.

We’ve also had very good luck dehydrating whole cherry tomatoes. It takes a few days, but once they are completely dry, pack them into clean jars and cover them with olive oil. I tuck the jars into my fridge and use them as needed. The bonus is the beautiful tomato-flavored olive oil thats left behind once you’ve used all of the fruit for a bruschetta, pizza topping, on an antipasto platter, or tossed in a salad.

However you choose to use, preserve, or present your tomato creation, a taste of summer and a memory of the heat and sunshine can make a cold winter day a little bit sweeter.

Cheers!

Fishing Char ters with Captain Carl Bois

Daily 2.5 hour bluefish and 5 hour multi-species trips Customizable trips to meet your needs Located on the T To own Pier across from public parking Field Expeditio

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Madaket 6.75 miles Siasconset (via Polpis) 10.5 miles Wauwinet 9 miles

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Eel Point 6 miles Sankaty Lighthouse 9.5 miles Tom Nevers Head 6.5 miles

Approximate distances, in miles to various locations of Nantucket Island from Main Street and Orange Street (Pacific National Bank)

41° 17' 30" Latitude by 70° 05' 30" Longitude ~ The winter population is approximately 11,000

Call Nantucket . . . . . . . . (phone App) All over the island 2018 PHOTO CONTEST . . . . . . . . . . . . All over the island ACK Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Bartlett's Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cisco Brewers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Crosswinds Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Easy Riders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 The Faregrounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Great Point Natural History Tours . . . . . . . . 16 Island Bike. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Nantucket Bake Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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Island Fun & Shopping Adventure / Eco-Tours

Nantucket Walkabout

see website for hikes & times Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

508-422-7466 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. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

Natural History Tour & Climb Great Point Light Tours Mon., Thurs., Fri, & Sat. at 9am & at 1pm Tours offered through mid-October

508-228-6799

at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join our naturalist guide on an over-sand vehicle Natural History Tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. We also offer Private Tours. Tours are offered on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car! thetrustees.org/ccwr

Shearwater Excursions

508-228-7037 Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Sunset Cruise, & more Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the Excursion that suits you best: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises (some with a Raw Bar), Whaling History Tours, Clamming Excursions, Kid’s Fishing Trips, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available. We specialize in creating a memorable experience for all! shearwaterexcursions.com

Blue Beetle

Apparel & Accessories

Open Daily - new gifts for the season Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Gifts

508-228-3227 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

Haberdashery of New England

508-228-2100 Fine apparel for men and for women Open Monday-Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 11-4 Welcome to our new home: 14 Easy Street, at the little red boat

Haberdashery of New England has a new location at 14 Easy Street, across from the iconic little red boat. Stop by and check out our lush cashmere, linens, and cottons. Italian weekend wear at its finest, for him and for her! @haberdasheryofne

Island Cashmere

Cashmere, accessories, shoes

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

In addition to the most beautiful cashmere sweaters and accessories made from the finest Scottish yarns, ISLAND CASHMERE offers an extensive collection of French Sole shoes, Peace of Cloth pants, Fabrizio Gianni Jeans, “Pure Linen” shirts, and our unique “Hampton” leather bags imported directly from Italy.

Made on Nantucket

Open Daily - Celebrating 25 Years on Nantucket A unique collection of apparel, gifts, jewelry, & art

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET offers a unique selection of hand-decorated repurposed denim shorts, jeans, and jackets, along with multi-colored and textured Neck Candy scarves — all made on Nantucket by Kathleen A. Duncombe.

Murray’s Outlet Warehouse

Open 10 to 5:30 Mon-Sat. Quality merchandise at outlet prices starting at 50% off!

508-228-3584 New Street

If you walk down Orange Street for about a 10-minute stroll, you will come to New Street on your right and there you will find the bargain center of Nantucket Island — MURRAY’S OUTLET WAREHOUSE, the retail outlet with quality merchandise at outlet prices. This is the only bargain center on the Island where you can find name brands of outstanding quality in both ladies’ and men’s sportswear and shoes at fantastically low prices. If you are looking for shoes, slacks, blouses, jackets, dresses, coats or almost anything else, it pays to go to the WAREHOUSE and find some unexpected bargains. All new merchandise at prices you won’t believe, but this

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Murray’s Toggery Shop

Open Daily 10 am to 5:30 pm Classic & Updated Clothing for Men, Women, & Children

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508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience.

MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket.

Nantucketreds.com

Nobby Shop

Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages

508-228-1030 17 Main Street

Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices.

Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and year-round. Fax number: 508228-6568. nobbyshop.com

Peter Beaton

down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street

508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients (Hillary Clinton, Barbara Bush, Ashley Judd, Martha Stewart, Liv Tyler, Tommy Hilfiger, and more) as it is for its custom fitted straw hats & handbags, classic striped sailor shirts, and signature hatboxes, Peter Beaton proudly offers “all the best for your family—from hat to toe.” Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St. peterbeaton.com

Art Reproduction, Posters, & Printing

The UPS Store 508-325-8884 Open Mon-Sat Large format Digital Printing, Family Photos, Posters, & more Locally owned and operated New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road THE UPS STORE has moved! Stop by their new location at 61 Old South Road for high quality, full color art reproductions. You’ll hardly tell the difference! The banners and posters they print for you will get your message across—stop in and see their samples! THE UPS STORE also 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.

Their professional service and expert advice is unmatched. Also, they have off-street parking.

THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Artists & Galleries

Artists Association of Nantucket

Open daily 10-6pm Sunday 11-4pm

508-228-0294 19 Washington St.

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF NANTUCKET’s J. Cecelia & Seward Johnson Gallery is the only gallery that exclusively shows the work of Nantucket artists. Over the years, it has become the primary source for art on the island. The downtown building hosts a year-round schedule of changing member exhibitions by established island artists and emerging local talent, as well as juried shows, featured artist shows, auctions, and community-oriented arts events like our annual museum-quality exhibition drawn from the AAN Permanent Collection. The two hundred artist members who exhibit here are residents of Nantucket and their work ranges from paintings to sculpture to photography to a wide variety of media. Take a look at our schedule and join us for one or several of our many wonderful art classes. nantucketarts.org

G. S. Hill Gallery

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

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

G. S. HILL’s one-man gallery is open daily and celebrating over three decades at 40 Straight Wharf. His original oil and watercolor paintings capture the image and spirit of Nantucket.

The gallery also offers 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

Ireland Galleries

508-228-1907 Open Daily 13 Old South Wharf Jewelry, handbags, beachwear, & Lorene Ireland’s gorgeous sculpture & art If you’re a lover of the arts, even if you’re not an artist yourself, then this is the place for you too! There’s always something new at IRELAND GALLERIES... paintings, sculpture, and Lorene Ireland’s world-famous mosaics and shell designs. Come check out the internationally acclaimed mosaic and shell artwork of Lorene Ireland, winner of World of Wearable Art!

Made on Nantucket

Open Daily - Celebrating 25 Years on Nantucket Handcrafted Gifts exclusively at Made on Nantucket

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET is open at 18 Old South Wharf. Don’t miss our collection of pre-owned Nantucket art — new this season! We also offer paintings, prints, and photographs by island

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Island Fun & Shopping artists, including Lu Page, Andrew Jackson, Sam Lyon, Terry Walsh, Garth Grimmer, Brian Araujo, and Bill Dickson. They have a stunning collection of original silk screens and framed minioffset litho prints by Donn Russell. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Ocean Treasures, Sarah Hutton, Sage Belber, and Amy Burrough. We carry slumped glass Nantucket plaques and a large variety of ceramic ornaments by ackfire studios. See our largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. We also offer vintage American Indian jewelry (dead pawn).

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monthly, and group rentals of top quality, new GT and Mongoose bicycles, as well as retrostyle Schwinn Cruisers, and accessories in a variety of styles...They have the right bicycle for all of your adventures. They have a safe and convenient bike path location at 65 Surfside Road. easyridersbikerentals.com

Nantucket Bike Shop

508-228-1999; 800-770-3088 Steamboat Wharf & Straight Wharf

Open daily 8 am to 6 pm Bike, scooter, & 4 x 4 rentals

508-332-2553 Unique Textile and Print Art and Accessories

NANTUCKET BIKE SHOP, with two convenient locations on Steamboat Wharf and the only bike shop on Straight Wharf, offers quality bike and scooter rentals for the entire family. We offer for rent SPECIALIZED, GIANT, and KYMCO hybrid and mountain bikes as well as Specialized Fat Boy bikes and KidZTandems. Stop by, pick up a map, and rent from a wide selection of new equipment that will take you to your destination and back. We are open seven days a week from 8 am to 6 pm and accept all major credit cards. nantucketbikeshop.com

Miki shows regularly at the Artists Association of Nantucket. To visit her studio, please call 508-332-2553. mikilovett.com

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

Miki Lovett - Textile & Print Artist Studio by Appointment

Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Open Year-Round Folk Art, antiques, prints, nautical art, ship models

508-325-7463 167 Orange Street

Nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com On the Gallery side of NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART you’ll see the work of many local artists including originals by folk artist Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. Through a partnership with Nantucket Stock Exchange, they also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, and ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop and treasures such as carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards carved by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. He is responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s antiques and collectibles are made. Shipping available.

Pete’s Fresh Fish Prints

Open Daily - SPECIAL COUPON in this paper The only genuine Nantucket Gyotaku

508-325-1842 17 Old South Wharf

Gyotaku is the art of creating prints of genuine fish on delicate handmade rice paper. This art form captures and reproduces the exact characteristics and features of an individual fish. First practiced in the early 1800s in Asia, Gyotako provided an accurate means of measuring and recording a commercial fisherman’s actual catch. At PETE’S FRESH FISH PRINTS, Pete’s art expresses a variety of compositions, textures, and colors through this unique art form, breaking through yet keeping with the traditional boundaries. Stop by to see his unique art and variety of holiday gifts, including prints, notecards, placemats, coasters, and serving trays. Bring in the special coupon in this paper. petesfreshfishprints.net

Cape Cod 5

Open Monday-Saturday

Banking 888-225-4636 Locations at 112 Pleasant Street & Zero Main Street

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

Beach & Pool Toys & Accessories

Nantucket Pool & Spa

508-228-2235 Open Daily 1 Hanabea Lane, off Old South Rd Facebook.com/nantucketpools Sand & Pool Toys, Exercise Equipment, Floats, & More

Swim on over to NANTUCKET POOL & SPA CENTER at 1 Hanabea Lane off of Old South Road to see our new sand and pool toys. We also have diving games, sandcastle kits, life vests, exercise equipment, floats, and more! We have your favorite brands: Melissa and Doug, Texas Rec, Swimline, and more! We have amazing deals on our Clearance Rack.

Cooks Cycle

Bike Rentals

Bicycle Rentals, Sales, and Service

508-228-0800 6 So. Beach Street, next to Affordable Rentals

Nantucket’s bike shop for all of your vacation needs.... here at Cook’s Cycles Nantucket we have all of the latest bikes and accessories for your beach runs, brewery tours, and beyond.

Our selection of new 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

New Model Hybrid/Comfort Mountain & Road Bikes

508-325-2722 65 Surfside Road

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,

Young’s Bicycle Shop

Open daily in season “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 more than 85 years in business, the 3rd generation is running YOUNG’S. The Youngs 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. Check out the 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.” Reservation & delivery services available. youngsbicycleshop.com

Books & Publications

Nantucket Directory 508-228-9165 ext. 110 The fully searchable Nantucket telephone book for your cell phone The island’s “Little Black Book” Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554 CALL NANTUCKET is the fully searchable version of The Nantucket Directory: the island’s telephone 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 to call! Our app is FREE TO DOWNLOAD for iPhones, Android, and tablets.

NantucketDirectory.com

Yesterday’s Island

508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

Nantucket’s oldest & largest guide In print, online, on your cell phone

Visit our online publication to see more articles, more photos, enter contests, and to share your impressions of Nantucket. For 48 years, YESTERDAY’S ISLAND 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 Twitter, 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

Mon-Sat 10am to 6pm & Sun 11am to 4pm See Calendar of Events for our book signings

508-228-1080 54 Main Street

MITCHELL’S BOOK CORNER prides itself on a long tradition of personalized attention to its customers for nearly 50 years. In addition to the carefully selected stock of titles in all areas, Mitchell’s Book Corner offers the most extensive selection of books available about Nantucket; from the newest Nantucket beach read to whaling and the island’s history to a selection of local authors. Make time to visit the Nantucket Room upstairs at Mitchell’s; the room dedicated to all of these gripping Nantucket reads! Ask about autographed books. Check the calendar of events for booksignings and special events. mitchellsbookcorner.com

Nantucket Bookworks

Mon-Sat 10am to 8pm & Sun 10am to 6pm Books, Cards, & Unique Gifts

508-228-4000 25 Broad Street

NANTUCKET BOOKWORKS is chock full of books for every taste and every age. Stop in and browse through their tall stacks and through their room full of children’s books. In addition to their wide range of reading materials, BOOKWORKS also has an appealing selection of funky gifts, cards, beautiful stationery, unusual pens, fun toys, decorative ornaments, and eccentric goodies that make the best gifts. BOOKWORKS is open every day — it’s the perfect shop for discovering that perfect gift and rediscovering the joy of reading. Ask about a free gift & autographed books. nantucketbookworks.com

NRTA

See display ad for times and routes Bus routes thru town & out of town

Buses 508-228-7025 Bus stops at Broad St. & at Washington St.

RIDE THE WAVE to/from town, mid island areas, Madaket, Sconset, Surfside and Jetties Beaches, the Airport and points in between. Access real time information bus locations and estimated arrival at your stop from your computer or internet enabled cell phone at live.nrtawave.com

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Service is now provided year-round on select routes and thru mid-October on seasonal routes.

See our schedule in this paper or visit nrtawave.com for complete information or pick up a riders guide at NRTA Office 20R South Water St, Visitor Services 25 Federal Street, Chamber of Commerce 0 Main Street, or the Greenhound Building 10 Washington Street. Fares are $2 or $3 depending on route, half fare for 65 & older, persons with disabilities, veterans, and active military personnel. Exact change is recommended or a future ride change card will be issued.

Short term passes are available on any Wave vehicle. nrtawave.com

Affordable Rentals

Car Rentals 508-228-3501 6 South Beach Street

Cars, jeeps, mopeds

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

Nantucket Island Rent-a-Car

508-228-9989 at Nantucket Memorial Airport

Free renter pickup at all boats, hotels, and inns

We are Nantucket Island’s premier auto rental agency, specializing in Jeeps and sport utility vehicles, as well as sedans and minivans. ALL NEW vehicles with beach permits! Whether on the island for a day or for a month, we offer the lowest rates and best service, with free renter pick-up from all boats, hotels, and guest houses. Call ahead for our specials. All major credit cards accepted.

Nantucketislandrentacar.com

Young’s Bicycle Shop

508-228-1151 6 Broad Street

“The Cycle-logical Way to See Nantucket Island”

Young’s Bicycle Shop added cars and 4x4’s to their rental fleet in the late 1970s. 4-door JEEP WRANGLERS and HONDA CIVIC SEDANS are their vehicle choices this year. Their Jeeps have manually convertible soft tops with both Town of Nantucket and Great Point beach driving stickers. The Civics are 4-door models with seat belts for 5. All YOUNG’S vehicles come equipped with windshield wipers if it rains (not likely), heaters if it’s cold (not this year), and AC if it’s too hot (it rarely gets too hot on Nantucket). Request a reservation at their website, call during open hours to check price and book a confirmed reservation or come by the shop to see what’s available today. youngsbicycleshop.com

Charters - Sailing & Boating

Endeavor

508-228-5585 Slip 1015, Straight Wharf

Cruises depart at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, & sunset Pleasure sailing

endeavorsailing.com “Captain James Genthner shares his love of the Island with visitors aboard his sloop ENDEAVOR”—Ted Reinstein, CBS Good Day! Featured in Yankee Magazine’s Best of New England 2010: “A cruise aboard the Endeavor is a lesson in beauty and local history.” The ENDEAVOR sails daily at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, and at sunset. Private charters, sailing celebrations, children’s programs, and gift certificates available. Call for information and reservations.

Children’s Apparel

Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Open Daily 10 am to 5:30 pm Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience.

MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S has an entire department devoted to children’s fashion.

They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket.

Nantucketreds.com

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

Cigars 508-901-9399 AckGrayLady.com

Upstairs at 2 Union Street

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars and quality glass. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street (just steps off Main Street, around the corner from Ralph Lauren). Call to arrange a Cigar Bar for your reception, celebration, wedding, or island event.

Classes & Workshops

Open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Classes & Workshops for all ages

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and children. Our spacious workshop on Amelia Drive hosts a wide variety of classes and workshops in many edia 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

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Confections 508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Free sample available: just ask!

AUNT LEAH has been making her award-winning homemade fudge for almost 30 years on Nantucket. Her fudge has been voted “the best fudge in the world” year after year. Once you have a free sample, you’ll see why it is always rated the best! AUNT LEAH makes it daily in her shop, using the freshest and finest ingredients. She has more than 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 Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries for taste testing. The cranberries come in both milk and dark chocolate. Both the fudge and chocolate-covered cranberries make unique island wedding favors or gifts for special events. She has a wide selection of kid’s candy for all ages. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

Unique Artisan Chocolates Created Fresh!

Award-Winning Artisan Chocolatier since 1981

Be sure to visit the famous SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, showcasing unique artisan chocolates freshly created on the premises. The Nantucket Chocolatier has been featured on Food Network’s “Food Finds,” and on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show, awarded “Best of Boston,” “Best of Nantucket,” and Cape Cod’s Best Chocolatier! You must experience the awardwinning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle, world-famous Buttercrunch and Sea Salt Caramels, Coco the Whale™ truffles, the original and exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates and the new Sea Mist™ Almonds. Sweet Inspirations’ artisan creations make great gifts and are available in limited edition collectible tins, including the “Sailor’s Valentine,” “Rainbow Fleet,” “Blue Hydrangeas,” and “Nantucket Memories.” Don’t miss this Nantucket tradition since 1981 and enjoy a complimentary taste of the best—exclusively at the SWEET INSPIRATIONS CHOCOLATE SHOP, home of the Nantucket Chocolatier at ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket.

Open year-round. nantucketchocolate.com

Consignment & Thrift

Island Treasures

508-228-0789 17B North Beach Street

Mon-Fri 10am-5pm & Sat. 10am-2pm New & Used clothes, household goods, toys, & more

Looking to expand your wardrobe on a budget or need some items for your home at affordable prices? ISLAND TREASURES, at 17B North Beach Street (a short walk from town toward Jetties Beach), is the perfect place to shop! Here you’ll find a great selection of new and gently used clothing, jewelry, housewares, small furnishings, books, beach toys, kids toys, and so much more.

There’s an ever-changing variety, so visit often — you never know what treasures you may find.

Donations of saleable items in good condition are accepted daily.

Contests

NANTUCKET PHOTO CONTEST

Deadline is Sept. 15, 2019

508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

This annual photo contest is a popular way to share your photos of Nantucket with the world.

Winners of the 2018 Contest will be announced in early October. The 2019 Contest has begun: DEADLINE TO ENTER IS SEPTEMBER 15, 2019. We accept copyright-free images of Nantucket present and past. Email your entries to ACKPhotoContest@gmail.com or mail us a CD or thumb drive with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. You can even mail in your prints of Nantucket. Visit Nantucket.net to see a great selection past entries and winners. nantucket.net/photos/contests.php

Share the Love Wedding Photo Contest

Open Weekends for Autumn Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

Artists Association of Nantucket

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

508-228-0722 Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive

The ARTISTS ASSOCIATION’s Arts Program offers year-round educational programs for adults

Share photos of your wedding and win cash!

508-228-9165 Box 626, Nantucket, MA 02554

Share photos of your wedding on Nantucket with our readers AND win a cash prize if you get first or second place! You can mail in prints of your wedding pics or you can mail us a CD with electronic images from your digital camera. If you send us digital images, please make sure they are high-resolution. By entering our contest, you give us permission to publish your photos online at www.NantucketWeddings.com and to use for promotional purposes, so do not send copyrighted photos. nantucketweddings.com

Copying, Mailboxes, Shipping

The UPS Store

Open Monday - Saturday Locally owned and operated

508-325-8884 New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road

Nantucket’s UPS STORE has moved! Stop by their new location at 61 Old South Road for a variety of products and services to make your life easier: personal mailboxes, mail forwarding, stamps & metered mail, certified mail, UPS shipping and receiving, overnight delivery, and more. THE UPS STORE offers a wide variety of copy and print services, including b&w and

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Island Fun & Shopping 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! Plus they have off-street parking. THE UPS STORE: let them help you!

Cranberry Products

Aunt Leah’s Fudge

Free sample available: just ask!

508-228-1017 The Courtyard, 16 Straight Wharf

Stop in AUNT LEAH’S for a free sample of her delicious homemade fudge. Choose from more than 30 flavors of “the best fudge in the world.” Try her cranberry fudge or her famous Nantucket chocolate covered cranberries. AUNT LEAH’S Nantucket chocolate-covered cranberries, both milk and dark chocolate, are not only delicious, but also are loaded with antioxidants proven to have health benefits! Both make unique wedding favors, gifts for special events, or take-home gifts. Another unique gourmet candy is her cranberry “bog frogs,” filled with roasted cashews, dried sweetened cranberries smothered with rich caramel and topped with premium milk chocolate. And you’ve got to try her mouth-watering cranberry bars: dried and sweetened cranberries with roasted almonds in both milk or dark chocolate. AUNT LEAH ships worldwide. auntleahs.com

Sweet Inspirations Artisan Chocolates

508-228-5814 Zero India Street

Open year-round Award-Winning Artisan since 1981

nantucketchocolate.com Inspired by Nantucket’s Cranberry Harvest, Sweet Inspirations Chocolatier created the original and now world-famous Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates. Plump, sweet cranberries lavishly covered in premium chocolate create an amazing gourmet taste. Sweet Inspirations’ exclusive Cranberry Creations™ Chocolates have been featured on Oprah’s Best Gifts Show and Food Network’s “Food Finds.” Cranberry Creations™ chocolates are featured in Nantucket-style gift baskets and limited edition gift tins including “Rainbow Fleet,” “Sailors Valentine,” “Blue Hydrangeas,” and “Nantucket Memories.” Elegantly gift-boxed, Cranberry Creations™ chocolates also make perfect wedding and party favors. Other unique cranberry recipes include Cranberry Caramels with sea salt, fancy cranberry & nut mixes, Cranberry Caramel Corn, and Nantucket Chocolatier’s award-winning Cranberry Cheesecake Truffle. A Nantucket tradition since 1981, this amazing shop and showcase kitchen is an experience not to be missed. Discover Sweet Inspirations~NantucketChocolate.com at ZERO INDIA STREET ~ In the heart of Nantucket.

Open year-round. Come enjoy a complimentary tasting of delectable chocolate.

Albacore

Fishing Charters 508-228-5074

Private Charters only Voted Nantucket’s Best Charter Boat Catch blues, bass, shark, tuna, whale watching

Slip 1010, Straight Wharf

THE ALBACORE is a 35-foot custom Sport Fisherman with large cockpit and walk-in cabin for complete comfort. Capt. Bob DeCosta, a second-generation charter boat captain, has 50 years of experience fishing Nantucket waters. We offer a variety of private charters from 2-1/2 hour bluefish trips to full day shark and tuna fishing. Whale watches are also available. Fun for the whole family—young, old, inexperienced, or experienced. All equipment is provided, except for cold drinks and sandwiches. Two-and-a-half-hour, five-hour, and full day trips are available.

You’ll be fishing within ten to twenty minutes from the dock. Call for reservations or information, or visit Slip 1010 on Straight Wharf. FISH GUARANTEED or your money back.

MasterCard and Visa accepted.

Topspin Fishing Charters

508-246-6210 Daily trips, customizable to your needs at the Town Pier, across from public parking

TOPSPIN FISHING specializes in Nantucket sport fishing. Captain Carl Bois has 30+ years of experience on the water. Our 32 foot Judge can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people, and we offer the flexibility to customize charters. Let’s go have a fun day on the water!

TopspinFishing.com

Furniture

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com arrowheadfurniture.com

Gifts

Open Weekends for Autumn Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

508-901-9399 Upstairs at 2 Union Street

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for the largest selection of fine cigars and handmade accessories, featuring handmade glass from the Sandwich Glass Museum. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your beach day or walk around town, recommendations or unique gifts, or a cigar bar to make your island celebration a little more special, we are here to meet your needs. Call or come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street, just a cobblestone’s throw from Main Street, behind Ralph Lauren.

AckGrayLady.com

Hill’s of Nantucket

508-228-1353 40 Straight Wharf

Open daily.

Unusual and Original Nantucket Theme Gifts

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

Made on Nantucket

Open Daily - Celebrating 25 Years on Nantucket Jewelry, Bakelite, Art Glass, & much more

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

MADE ON NANTUCKET has a large selection of gifts. Jewelry by Beth Borzilleri, Kathleen Duncombe, Ocean Treasures, and Amy Burrough. We carry slumped glass Nantucket plaques and a large variety of ceramic ornaments by ackfire studios, as well as the largest collection of vintage Bakelite in the East, featuring jewelry, kitchenware, and barware. This season we are featuring pre-owned Nantucket art.

Museum Shop at the Whaling Museum

Mon-Sat10am-10pm & Sunday 10am-5pm NHA exclusives, gifts, apparel, books, home decor

508-228-1894, ext. 138 in the Whaling Museum, 11 Broad St

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

Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop

Open Daily Authentic Island Merchandise with Special Nantucket Designs

508-228-5470 33 Straight Wharf

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. You’ll find us at 33 Straight Wharf. nantucketboatbasinshop.com

Nantucket Carving & Folk Art

Open Year-Round Residential & Commercial Signs, Quarterboards

508-325-7463 167 Orange Street

As you walk along the cobblestone streets of Nantucket you see Paul & Jean’s handiwork at every turn, from traditional to whimsical—they are responsible for many of the beautiful signs visitors see plus 100’s of quarterboards that adorn homes. At NANTUCKET CARVING & FOLK ART, 167 Orange Street, you’ll find treasures by both Master Carver Paul McCarthy and Folk Artist Jean Petty. On the Gallery side you’ll see the work of local artists including originals by Jean Petty, extraordinary photographs by David Petty, Nantucket furniture by Blue Barn Door, lamps, and home decor. Through a partnership with Nantucket Stock Exchange, they also have an incredible selection of antiques, prints, nautical art, and ship models. On the other side, you’ll discover a traditional woodcarver’s shop with carved mantles, whales, eagles, and authentic quarterboards created by Master Woodcarver Paul McCarthy. Come visit Nantucket’s working woodcarving shop & art gallery where tomorrow’s antiques and collectibles are made.

Shipping available. nantucketcarvingandfolkart.com

Signs, Banners, & Posters

Open Monday - Saturday 508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

508-325-8884 New location, same great service: 61 Old South Road

Nantucket’s UPS STORE now offers high quality, full color banners and posters for your business, event, or party. These stunning reproductions can be up to 44 inches wide! And they can be done on vinyl, canvas, art paper — rolls and single sheets. THE UPS STORE can also assist you with mounting and laminating as well as printing of photos, text, and logos.

Peter Beaton

Hats

down the discreet little boardwalk on Federal Street All the Best for Your Family—from Hat to Toe

508-228-8456 16.5 Federal Street

PETER BEATON is synonymous with timeless Nantucket style. As famous for its notable clients and philanthropic endeavors as it is for as it is custom fitted straw hats, signature hatboxes, handbags, and authentic Nantucket sailor shirts—Peter Beaton is a hidden gem that you don’t want to miss. Located down the discreet little boardwalk at 16.5 Federal St. peterbeaton.com

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Health Care

Nantucket Cottage Hospital

24-hr emergency services, hospital care, lab, rehab MD ACKcess Line: 508-825-1000

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Can you smell the cinnamon?

508-825-8100 57 Prospect St

Since 1911, NANTUCKET COTTAGE HOSPITAL has been caring for our island community. In addition to excellent physicians and nursing staff, the hospital has a 24-hour Emergency Department, full laboratory, physical therapy, cardiac rehab, chemotherapy, surgical services, imaging services, maternity services, and much more.

Nantuckethospital.org

Home Decor

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & FURNITURE is the largest furniture showroom on island featuring indoor furniture, outdoor, home décor and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond A.K. Diamond’s restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts. Their garden center has a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet. www.arrowheadnursery.com arrowheadfurniture.com

The Wauwinet

508.228.2797

508-228-0145 Wauwinet

Matchless hospitality; magical setting. These two combine to create incomparable accommodations for Nantucket - THE WAUWINET. There you’ll be pampered in the gracious, relaxed atmosphere of an exquisitely restored landmark inn. In addition to their luxurious rooms, they offer guests the opportunity to dine in one of Nantucket’s finest restaurants, TOPPER’S. THE WAUWINET is an inn you’ll want to return to season after season.

Internet 508-228-6777

Beaches, Events, Museums, Dining, Classifieds, & More Visit Nantucket before & after you visit Nantucket!

Visit NANTUCKET.NET for a beach listing, photo galleries, maps, 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. And our classifieds are ever-changing. Visit Nantucket before, during, and after you visit Nantucket by going to Nantucket.net

ACK Weather

nantucketbakeshop.com

Inns & Hotels

In a Breathtaking Seaside Setting Subtle Luxury & Casual Elegance

Nantucket.net

17-1/2 Old South Rd

Island Apps

Your go-to website & app for Nantucket weather Download on the App Store

Consig ment & Thriſt

Clothing for Men, Women, Kids Jewelr& • Books • Toys Household • Linens Open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Sat#rday 10am-2pm Closed Sunday

17B Nor!h Beach St eet 508-228-0789

Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Saturday:

508-228-2505 158 Polpis Road

Nantucket weather is always an adventure. Follow along with ACKweather for daily reports on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with @ACKweather. Stay up-to-date with tides and currents. Check the wave report and ferry schedules along with daily weather reports. Brought to you by Egan Maritime Institute, ACKweather can be customized for your favorite information.

Download it now from the App Store and view it online at ackweather.com

Island Treasures

2018 Hours of Operation 17 India Street, Nantucket

10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday & Thursday Evenings: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

(June – September only)

NantucketHospital.org/ThriftShop | (508) 228-1125

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Island Fun & Shopping 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-todate 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

TACKzee

Ready when you are — taxi service when you need it!

508-901-9311 Download the free app!

Find a Nantucket taxi fast! TACKzee connects you to Nantucket taxi companies. Fast, simple, and secure, this mobile app that will allow you to connect to local Nantucket taxi companies in a few taps on your phone! No need to round-robin dial, or sift through business cards from previous rides! NO MORE SURGE CHARGES! Surge Charges are what those other ride share companies tack on during busy season on the island! It can be as high as $100+ to get a 6 mile ride during peak season (yes, that’s really what they charge)! The TACKzee app charges standard base fare rates defined by the Town of Nantucket and charge a small app booking fee. Simply download the app and get a local Nantucket driver to your location fast! tACKzee.com

trACK Nantucket

Free Self-guided Bike Touring App

Available on the App Store and on Google Play

Transform your bike ride into an insider’s tour of Nantucket! Eight curated bike tracks take you to great beaches, working cranberry bogs, historic homes from grand brick mansions to fishing shanties, Nantucket’s own Serengeti, landmark lighthouses, the village of ‘Sconset, and share interesting photos and fascinating stories behind the places you pass. Audio and written directions. Start at Steamboat Wharf or at the Milestone or ‘Sconset rotaries.

Blue Beetle

the piece as hers. NANTUCKET PEARL COMPANY jewelry is available exclusively at Hill’s of Nantucket, 40 Straight Wharf. nantucketpearls.com

Mortgages & Banking

Cape Cod Five

Call Nantucket

Jewelry

Jewelry & Gifts

508-228-3227 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

Diana Kim England, Goldsmiths

508-228-3766

Hand-crafted jewelry DIANA KIM ENGLAND Goldsmiths offers unique handcrafted jewelry in fine metals and gems.

Diana Kim England is well-known on the island for her jewelry making and designing, and her custom jewelry is in high demand. Her website offers an ever-changing display of one-ofa-kind jewelry: rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets. Consider Craftsmanship. Visit our web site dianakimengland.com or call 508-228-3766, 800-343-1468. www.dianakimengland.com

Jewelers’ Gallery of Nantucket

Fine Antique & Estate Jewelry

508-228-0229 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 such leading goldsmiths as Ronald Pearson, Michael Good, Thomas Kruskal, and others.

Each unique piece is skillfully crafted in platinum, 18K, or 14K gold and will be a treasured keepsake from historic Nantucket. JEWELERS’ GALLERY has been serving Nantucket since 1971. jewelersgallery.com

Made on Nantucket

Open Daily - Celebrating 25 Years on Nantucket A unique collection of jewelry, apparel, gifts, & art

508-228-0110 18 Old South Wharf

Just in at MADE ON NANTUCKET are a gorgeous collections of estate Native American jewelry and estate sterling silver Mexican jewelry with mother-of-pearl and abalone. Unique earrings, necklaces, bracelets, belt buckles — all at prices that will delight you! Start your holiday shopping early at MADE ON NANTUCKET.

Nantucket Pearl Company

Open daily. Gifts for everyone on your list!

American made, hand-strung pearl jewelry

508-228-1353 online and at 40 Straight Wharf

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

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

508-247-1709; 508-247-1795 112 Pleasant Street and Zero Main Street

Open Monday-Friday 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. Call Beth Ann Meehan at 508-247-1709 or Lauren Ard at 508-2471795 or visit their website at www.capecodfive.com

Museums & Sites

Egan Maritime Institute 508-228-2505 Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sundays Noon-5pm 158 Polpis Road, just 3.5 miles from Nantucket Town The NANTUCKET SHIPWRECK & LIFESAVING MUSEUM is devoted to the history of Nantucket lifesaving, famous shipwrecks and rescues around the island, life-saving equipment, daily routine at life-saving stations, and the United States Coast Guard. Our family-friendly programs and more designed to appeal to all ages. The Museum shares the fascinating stories through permanent and changing interpretive exhibits, drawing on a collection of over 5,000 objects including period surfboats, beach carts, Fresnel lenses from Brant Point and Great Point lights, vintage photographs, short movies and more. $6 adults; $4 students 5 to 17; free for members and active duty Military. 158 Polpis Road. The Museum is an affiliate of the Egan Maritime Institute. eganmaritime.org

Maria Mitchell Association

Programs offered daily

508-228-9198 Science center, museums, programs for all ages

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

Nantucket Historical Association

Your portal to Nantucket history Nantucket’s #1 rated attraction!

508-228-1894 15 Broad Street

No trip to Nantucket is complete without a trip to the NANTUCKET WHALING MUSEUM . In this top-quality exhibition venue, visitors can see a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton, a restored 1847 candle factory, exquisite collections of scrimshaw, artwork, artifacts from centuries of Nantucket life, and a fully accessible rooftop observation deck with an unmatched panoramic view and cozy seating. Discover treasures from Nantucket’s cellars and attics in the newly redesigned, artifact-rich Hadwen & Barney Oil & Candle Factory. Don’t miss the new gateway film “Nantucket”, directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ric Burns. Showcasing the island’s natural beauty and its significant role in global history, this 51-minute film is a feast for the eyes, offering a transformative experience for islanders and visitors alike. All this and more can be found at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. nha.org

Nursery

Arrowhead Nursery & Furniture

Where Home & Garden Meet Outdoor & Indoor Furniture, Home Accessories, Garden Needs

508-228-1961 9 Wampanoag Way

arrowheadnursery.com ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM has a spacious garden center with a fabulous selection of plants, flowers, pottery, fountains, statues, garden structures, and garden accessories. In addition, their indoor showroom carries the largest selection of indoor & outdoor furniture on the island, featuring teak, aluminum patio sets and more. Stop by their location near the airport, just beyond the Thai House restaurant, and browse through their wide variety of home accessories, including decorative items, table settings, indoor furniture, and unique gifts.

ARROWHEAD NURSERY & SHOWROOM...where home and garden meet.

Seal Cruises & Whale Watches

Shearwater Excursions

508-228-7037

Call or visit us on Straight Wharf for your Island Adventure Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Ice Cream Cruises, Straight Wharf, Slip #1011 Sunset Cruise, & more Call or visit us on Straight Wharf to choose the Excursion that suits you best: Whale Watches, Seal Cruises, Up Harbor Eco Tours, Ice Cream Cruises, Cocktail Cruises (some with a Raw Bar), Whaling History Tours, Clamming Excursions, Kid’s Fishing Trips, Cocktail Cruises, and Sunset Cruises. Private chartering options available. shearwaterexcursions.com

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Shoes

Island Cashmere

508-228-7611 32 Centre Street

In addition to the most beautiful cashmere sweaters and accessories made from the finest Scottish yarns, ISLAND CASHMERE offers an extensive collection of French Sole shoes, Peace of Cloth pants, Fabrizio Gianni Jeans, “Pure Linen” shirts, and our unique “Hampton” leather bags imported directly from Italy.

Murray’s Outlet Warehouse

508-228-3584 New Street

Open 10:30 to 5 Mon-Sat. Quality merchandise at outlet prices starting at 50% off!

If you walk down Orange Street for about a 10-minute stroll, you will come to New Street on your right and there you will find the bargain center of Nantucket Island — MURRAY’S OUTLET WAREHOUSE, the retail outlet with quality merchandise at outlet prices. This is the only bargain center on the Island where you can find name brands of outstanding quality in both ladies’ and men’s sportswear and shoes at fantastically low prices. If you are looking for shoes, slacks, blouses, jackets, dresses, coats or almost anything else, it pays to go to the WAREHOUSE and find some unexpected bargains. All new merchandise at prices you won’t believe, but this outlet is for real! nantucketreds.com

Murray’s Toggery Shop

508-228-0437 62 Main Street

Open Daily 10 am to 5:30 pm Classic & Updated Accessories for Men & Women

Stroll up Main Street, just a few steps from the wharves and marina, to find MURRAY`S TOGGERY SHOP, where recreational shopping in this multilevel store is a real experience.

MURRAY’S is multi-faceted. MURRAY’S is exciting. Go in and see their creatively designed displays of the newest in-season merchandise. MURRAY’S is fashion. Their buyers comb the markets for the tasteful assortment of clothes, shoes, and accessories they carry, all of which are tempered with a traditional, upbeat, and long lasting flair. See their full-page advertisement in this paper for the extensive lines of merchandise they carry. They also feature MURRAY’S Nantucket Reds™: the name of their exclusive pants, shorts, skirts and toddler overalls made from their 100% cotton that fades to pink and becomes softer with repeated washing. For well over 50 years these pants have been the mark of the “in-the-know” island lovers. MURRAY’S IS Nantucket.

Nantucketreds.com

Nobby Shop

508-228-1030 17 Main Street

Open daily year-round Sportswear for all ages

Serving Nantucket since 1930, THE NOBBY CLOTHES SHOP has provided name-brand activewear, footwear, foul-weather gear, outerwear, and rugged workwear at affordable prices.

Major credit cards accepted. Handicapped access. Open daily and year-round. Fax number: 508228-6568. nobbyshop.com

Smoke Shop

Gray Lady Smoke Shop

508-901-9399 upstairs at 2 Union Street

Open Weekends for Autumn Fine Cigars, Tobaccos, & Accessories. We do parties!

Gray Lady Smoke Shop is your island destination for all your smoke shop needs. We carry pipes, tobacco, handmade accessories, and by far the island’s largest selection of fine cigars and quality glass. Whether you’re looking for the perfect accompaniment for your day at the beach or walk around town, Gray Lady Smoke shop has what you need. Come see us upstairs at 2 Union Street (just steps off Main Street, behind Ralph Lauren), or call to arrange a cigar bar for your reception, celebration, wedding, or island event.

AckGrayLady.com

Sunglasses

Open daily The Island’s largest selection of sunglasses

508-325-5530 The Courtyard, Straight Wharf

Featuring sunglasses by Chanel, Oliver Peoples, Tory Burch, Maui Jims, Oakley, Salt, Ray Ban, Tom Ford, Smith, Costa, Persol, and many others. Summer Shades has been doing business on the island for more than 20 years. Visit us in our spacious downtown location: in the front shop of The Courtyard on Straight Wharf.

TACKzee

Taxi

Ready when you are — taxi service when you need it!

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Theatre

Open Daily Cashmere sweaters, accessories, shoes

Summer Shades

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

508-901-9311 Download the free app!

Find a Nantucket taxi fast! TACKzee connects you to Nantucket taxi companies. Fast, simple, and secure, this mobile app that will allow you to connect to local Nantucket taxi companies in a few taps on your phone! No need to round-robin dial, or sift through business cards from previous rides! NO MORE SURGE CHARGES! Surge Charges are what those other ride share companies tack on during busy season on the island! It can be as high as $100+ to get a 6 mile ride during peak season (yes, that’s really what they charge)! The TACKzee app charges standard base fare rates defined by the Town of Nantucket and charge a small app booking fee. Simply download the app and get a local Nantucket driver to your location fast! tACKzee.com

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket

508-228-4305 at Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St

THE COCKTAIL HOUR through October 6 Community Theatre at It’s Finest

TWN has been the island’s live theatre company for more than 60 years. Their 2018 Season continues with THE COCKTAIL HOUR, A.R. Gurney’s funny and moving comedy of manners.

Tickets are on sale now for this production. For tickets, passes, and subscriptions, call the TWN box office at 508-228-4305, stop by upstairs at 50 Main Street, or visit theatreworkshop.com

Tours - Beach

Natural History Tour & Climb Great Point Light

Tours Mon., Thurs., Fri, & Sat. at 9am & at 1pm Tours offered through mid-October

508-228-6799 at Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge

Join a guided oversand adventure tour through Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. Witness Nantucket’s most expansive salt marsh, learn about the geology, ecology and history of this special place. Tours are offered on Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 9 am and again at 1 pm into October. Tours leave from Town and from Wauwinet. We also offer Private Tours.

See a side of the refuge you can’t see from your car! thetrustees.org/ccwr

Tours - Bus

Barrett’s Tours 508-228-0174 1-1/2 hr tour; weekdays at 9:30 am &12:30 pm corner of Federal & Chestnut sts Private charters available for weddings and private charters BARRETT’S TOURS is a family-owned and operated company in business for more than 75 years. They operate comfortable, air-conditioned coaches. BARRETT’S tour buses have huge windows that afford views which can’t be matched. BARRETT’S TOURS has a tour weekdays at 9:30 am and at 12:30 pm and weekends (July 1-Aug. 30) at 12:30 pm that departs from the corner of Federal & Chestnut streets, right across from the Information Center. Tickets are available from the driver. Charter bus service for group tours, clambakes, and weddings also available. For tour info & reservations, call us at 508-228-0174. To charter a bus for a wedding or party, fax us your dates and times at 508-228-3823, and BARRETT’S TOURS will call you back to make the arrangements.

Ara’s Van Tours

Tours - Van

9:30am or 10am & 12:30pm or later in the day 1.5 to 2-hour van tour; private charters available

Text/Call 508-228-1951 TEXT for pickup

2015+2016+2017+2018 TRIP ADVISOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE: ARA’S TOURS! Enjoy waterfront summer homes; Brant Point Light, Historic 1800 homes; a 1746 Windmill; Great Point Light; a Cranberry Bog, Sankaty Head Light; and, rose covered cottages of ‘Sconset. ...on a clear day we can see all three lighthouses! Private charters available ...the value is there. TEXT 508.228.1951 call for pickup. We STOP for photographs. arastours.com

Gail’s Tours, Inc.

Departures at approx. 10 am, 1 pm, & 3 pm Personal scenic Island tours: voted “Best of Nantucket”

508-257-6557 Call for pickup

GAIL’S TOURS, tours of Nantucket guided by native islander Gail Johnson who has been giving tours for more than 40 years, gives you a look at the Island with a personal touch. Gail leads tours in her 14-passenger Ford with comfortable individual seats, AC, huge windows, and leg room! She’ll pick you up at approximately 10 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm every day. The tour lasts 13/4 hours to 2 hours, and passengers are welcome at any time during Gail’s tour to get out to take photos. Private charters are available. Call for reservations.

Tours - Walking

Guided Walking Tours 508-228-1894 Walking Tours offered by the Nantucket Historical Assoc. depart from Whaling Museum, 15 Broad St. Departs at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm Take a walk with the Nantucket Historical Association. Explore the ambiance of Nantucket’s cobbled streets and architecture with NHA guides trained in Nantucket history on the Downtown Tour at 10:30 am. New for 2018: Historic House & Garden Walking Tour at 1:30 pm.

Tours begin at the Nantucket Whaling Museum, rain or shine. Tickets: $10 adults, $4 for ages 6 to 17; under 6 free. Over 65 & students $8. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.nha.org

Nantucket Walkabout

see website for hikes & times Daily Guided Wilderness Hikes on Nantucket

508-422-7466 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. $50 adults, $25 age 12 & younger. Private hikes available. Apple Pay, Android Pay, MC, Visa, Amex, &Discover accepted. Get more information & reservations at nantucketwalkabout.com

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Island Fun & Shopping Nantucket Walking Tours

See Calendar of Events for Tours & Times Scheduled tours & private tours

508-332-0953 Voted “Best of Nantucket”

The 3-time runner-up in the the Nantucket History Quiz Bowl and the most experienced walking tour guide on Nantucket is your guide for a wide array of informative and exciting tours: Historic Mansions & the 1746 Windmill, Great Writers on Nantucket, Notorious Nantucket, Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point, and the Original Nantucket Ghost Walk (since 1998, the most popular walking tour on Nantucket). Private tours and group rates are available. See the Events Calendar in this issue for dates, times & details.

Walk in the Footsteps of Maria Mitchell

A Self-Guided Walking Tour Available at Visitor Services, 25 Federal St, and the MMA, 4 Vestal St.

In 1847, Maria Mitchell discovered a telescopic comet from atop the Pacific Bank. Her discovery led to world-wide fame as America’s first woman astronomer. Discover her life and her legacy of science education that continues today, 200 years after her birth. mariamitchell.org

Tours by Bike

Nantucket Bike Tours

Call for tour schedule Voted #1 on Trip Advisor’s “Outdoor Activities” on Nantucket

508-825-5362 31 Washington Street

Join us on a Nantucket Bike Tour as we pedal you through town center, around various historical locations, and even out to Cisco Brewery! Our tours are a comfortable and active way to experience the highlights of Nantucket. We provide the bikes, helmets, water bottles, and interactive, passionate guides to help you enjoy the ultimate island experience. Please book your tour in advance or call us to learn about our custom tours. nantucketbybike.com

Transportation Boat

Hy-Line Cruises

Travel daily; see schedule for times Reliable Fast Ferry service between Nantucket and Hyannis

508-228-3949 Straight Wharf

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

ferry. THE GREY LADY, Hy-Line’s water-jet catamaran is comfortable, convenient, and offers the high level of customer service passengers have come to expect from HY-LINE CRUISES. You’ll cross the Sound in half the time! PLEASE SEE OUR SCHEDULE PRINTED HERE IN YESTERDAY’S ISLAND FOR CURRENT DEPARTURES. hy-linecruises.com

Steamship Authority

508-228-0262 1 Steamboat Wharf

Reservations Daily: 7:30am - 4pm

Nantucket is located 26 miles from Cape Cod’s mainland port of Hyannis. Take a leisurely 2 hour and 15 minute voyage on our traditional ferries from Hyannis to Nantucket. Or ride in style and luxury on board our seasonal high-speed passenger-only ferry, the M/V Iyanough, which gets you to Nantucket in just one hour. steamshipauthority.com

Weddings

Nantucket Weddings 508-228-9165, ext. 101 Enter our Photo Contest www.NantucketWeddings.com All you need to plan a wedding, honeymoon, or anniversary This comprehensive website will guide you through all the steps to planning and holding a wedding on Nantucket. From getting the marriage license right through the honeymoon, you’ll find valuable information all in one easy-to-navigate location. SHARE THE LOVE by submitting your Engagment and Wedding Announcements FREE of charge! This website, beautifully illustrated by island photographers, has links to restaurants that host receptions and rehearsal dinners, lodging establishments, musicians, florists, and many others who will help make your day special. There are also sections devoted to honeymoons on Nantucket, anniversary celebrations, and real Nantucket weddings.

Nantucketweddings.com

Petrichor Wine Bar

Wine Bar

Open every evening from 5pm to 1am Wines, spirits, beers, and bites

617-283-9933 5 Chestnut Street (at Hotel Pippa)

Petrichor is a new Nantucket Wine Bar for people who love to discover new grapes, blends, and regions. We have more than 50 wines by the glass or by the bottle: sparkling, white, rose, and red wines that are refreshing and interesting as well as a number of Coravin Preserved selections of particular distinction. Petrichor also offers a number of spirits—malts, bourbons, a rotating selection of seasonal beer, and dessert wines—on a rotating basis. Our menu of pairings includes Fluffhead Beignets, Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie, Malkia’s Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Bruschetta, House Marinated Castelvetrano Olives, and more! Indoor & outdoor patio seating. Call us for private parties and tastings. petrichorwinebar.com

Travel between Nantucket and Hyannis is about an hour on the HY-LINE’s reliable high-speed

Burgers • Lobster Rolls Fish Tacos • Fried Clams Clams Casino • Raw Bar Steak Frites • Lobster Dinner Cocktails at our Beach Bar All served to you at Nantucket’s gorgeous Jetties Beach!

Monday Lunch Thurs-Sun Lunch & Dinner

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closed Tuesday & Wednesday

Spotlight Solo Arttist: Jo Ann W Welch elch

Buck-a-Shuck from 3 to 5pm

Cecilia Joy oyce & Seward Johnson son Gallery Galler

Live music!

4 Bathing Beach Road JettiesSandbar.com 508-228-2279

Sponsored p byy our friendss at: RJ Miller Salon

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HISTORICAL SITES - NANTUCKET TOWN ■ MARIA MITCHELL ASSOCIATION PROPERTIES

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3 Vestal Street Established in 1908. View an outdoor scale model of the solar system, learn how to operate a sundial, and observe some sunspots. Learn about modern astronomy in our permanent indoor exhibit. Seasonal daily tour at 2pm.

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1 Vestal Street Built in 1790, tour what is now a museum dedicated to astronomer Maria Mitchell and her family. See artifacts from their daily life in the 19th century.

Open mid-June to Labor Day for guided tours, 10am-4pm.

13 Broad Street Follow Nantucket’s whaling history, see the skeleton of a whale, visit the restored 1847 spermaceti candle factory. On-going exhibits & films. 11am-4pm daily.

Corner of Milk & Vestal Streets A free activityfor kids, a cross between a classic natural history museum, a zoo, and a science center. It is a great place to learn about the plants, animals, and birds of Nantucket. Open mid-June to Labor Day.

16 Sunset Hill A National Historic Landmark, built in 1686 and fully restored in 1990.

28 Washington Street The Aquarium displays local Nantucket species and is an excellent place to learn about the amazing sealife around the island. Displays are always changing and range from crabs and shellfish to fish and eels. Seasonal.

Please visit mmo.org for more information

50 Prospect St A National Built in 1746, it’s the oldest functioning mill in the country.

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15R Vestal Street Built in 1806, it was the town’s house of correction until 1933.

8 Howard Street Originally a livestock barn dating to the late 18th century, it was transformed into a summer home and art studio by Gertrude and Hanna Monaghan in the 1930’s.

8 Gardner Street Built in 1886 after the Great Fire, and restored in 2012, this is the last remaining 19th century fire house on the island. Artifacts from Nantucket’s firefighting history are on display.

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7 Fair Street Constructed by the Society of Friends as a school in 1838, the island’s last surviving Quaker Meeting House. Open during library hours.

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4 Mill Street Built in 1805, the historic mansion now offers arts & crafts classes taught using traditional techniques.

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▲ OTHER HISTORICAL POINTS OF INTEREST 2 Easton Street First erected in 1746, America's second oldest lighthouse and at 26 feet tall, the shortest in New England.

62 Centre Street Originally built in 1725, dismantled and moved to its this site in 1765. The current tower was added in 1968. Climb the tower for a view of the town & harbor, seasonal.

1 India Street Books, periodicals, dvds and also a collection of art and artifacts on display from Nantucket’s history. Closed Sun & Mon.

Lower Main Street Once the warehouse of merchant William Rotch, look for the quarterboard naming his 3 Nantucket ships. In 1859, a group of former whaling captains bought it and gathered to play cribbage & tell tales of days at sea.

3 Federal Street Built in 1897.

2 Centre Street Built in 1831.

93, 95 & 97 Main Street Identical brick mansions built between 1836-38 by whaling merchant Joseph Starbuck for his sons. Now privately owned.

Upper Main Street Bears a list of the names of 69 men who died in the Civil War. 20 Fair Street Built in 1838.

29 York Street Built in 1827, the nation’s second oldest still standing building that was erected by free Africans for their own use.

11 Orange Street Built in 1809, houses the town clock and the 1810 Portuguese bell.

49 Union Street Historical and contemporary Nantucket Lightship Baskets

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NANTUCKET ISLAND BEACHES

NORTH SHORE AND HARBOR BEACHES

40th Pole: Great for families and young children, but no lifeguards. On Nantucket

Sound; warm water during July, August and September inspired nickname “The Bathtub” for area nearby. Parking. Best access via 4WD vehicle.

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

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

Jetties: Easy bike ride from town, or take the shuttle bus. Great beach for families.

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

Brant Point: Easy walk or bike ride from town. No lifeguard. Strong current; experienced swimmers; beach drops off suddenly under the water. Scenic beach with Brant Point Lighthouse; nice to sit and watch the boats rounding the point.

Here is where to go to wave goodbye to friends and family departing on the Steamship.

Children’s: Harbor Beach, an easy walk from town down So. Beach Street and off Harbor View Way. Flotation devices are not permitted within the guarded area.

Ideal for small children; park, playground, and bandstand; lifeguard, restrooms, showers, food service, picnic tables. Food, playground, and rest room are all accessible. Activities sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission are often held at this beach during the summer.

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

SOUTH SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

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

Ladies Beach: To access, turn left at the end of Bartlett Farm Road. No facilities;

no lifeguard. Limited parking. Rip current can be strong; heavy surf.

Miacomet Beach: at the end of Miacomet Road. Surf and rip currents can be dangerous. Parking. No facilities or food service. Families with very young children may prefer Miacomet Pond.

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

Surfside: Located at the end of Surfside Road, a three-mile ride on paved bike path or take the shuttles. Easy to park. Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. Kite flying west of Surfside Beach is acceptable; for safety reasons, please do not fly kites east of Surfside toward the airport.

Due to the number of people who frequent Surfside Beach during the day, it is inadvisable to fly kites during the peak beachgoing hours. Lifeguard, restrooms, showers, public phones, food service. Shuttle service from town to Surfside Beach is available seasonally.

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

Nobadeer: Located near the airport. Limited parking; difficult to access beach.

Plenty of surf, wide beach is good for picnics, beach games, and surfcasting. No lifeguard; no facilities.

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

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

WESTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

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

EASTERN SHORE - OCEAN BEACHES

Siasconset: Regular shuttle bus service or seven-mile ride on paved bike path.

Surf can be heavy; lifeguard. Food available in nearby village of ’Sconset.

Low Beach: 4WD access. Surf can be heavy; no lifeguard.

BAY & POND BEACHES

Miacomet Pond: Fresh water pond on Nantucket. Good for young children. Park-

ing; no lifeguard, no facilities. Snapping turtles may be encountered.

Pocomo Beach: Great for kayaking and to learn to windsurf. Just west of the Head of the Harbor. Good for children. No lifeguards, no facilities.

Eel Point: Good for fishing and watching the sunset. No lifeguard; no facilities.

Limited parking. Rip currents can be strong.

Coskata-Coatue and Great Point: at the end of Wauwinet Road, past The Wauwinet Inn. Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge managed by Trustees of Reservations; beach sticker required for vehicles from Trustees of Reservations. Great for fishing and for seeing Great Point Lighthouse up close. Rolling dunes, bayberry, beach plum, heather, and beach grass. Salt marsh and maritime shrubland. The largest red cedar savanna and woodland in New England. Gray and harbor seals.

Public restrooms available at the lighthouse Memorial Day-Columbus Day. Sections of the refuge are sometimes closed to protect nesting shorebirds. Dogs permitted only from Sept. 16 thru March 31 and must be leashed at all times. Guided tours with Trustee naturalists offered in-season. Seasonal hunting permitted. For more details, go to www.TheTrustees.org Property Lookup.

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

Leave only footprints...

Nantucket has some of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the world. Please respect Nantucket’s fragile environment and the beauty of our island. Clean up your litter, respect private property, and use only designated entry points. In areas where dune reclaimation is taking place, please do not cross the rope or fence barriers protecting the dunes.

BEACH SAFETY •Learn to swim. If you can’t swim an overhead stroke for at least 15 minutes you should not be in the ocean. •Never swim alone. Always swim with a buddy, and swim near a lifeguard whenever possible. •Stay out of the “surf zone” where the waves break at the shoreline. Waves are at their greatest force here, and even a small wave can lift you up and throw you headfirst into the sand. •Never run from the beach into the water and dive headfirst into the waves. Sandbars that cannot be seen from the surface may be present and/or the water may be too shallow.

•Don’t jump or dive into the water from a pier or rock jetty. From a pier or jetty, water appears much deeper than it really is. What looks like 10 or 20 feet of water may only be 2 to 3 feet deep. Diving in could be fatal. The same applies for jumping headfirst into the ocean or a wave from a surfboard – don’t do it! It’s not a risk worth taking. •If you are body surfing or boogie boarding, always keep your arms out in front of you to protect your head and neck. •A rip current will pull you away from the shore, but it will not pull you under. If you’re caught in a rip current, do not swim toward the shore! Instead, swim parallel to the shore, until you’re out of the rip current. Then, swim in to shore. •Never drink alcohol or use drugs at the beach. It clouds your ability to make wise decisions, and that could be fatal! •Take direction from lifeguards at all times.

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Nantucket Dining Guide Nantucket Bake Shop

Open daily from 6:30am -6pm Coffee, community space, and killer wifi 508-228-2797 17-1/2 Old South Road

Interested in enjoying an authentic bit of Nantucket? You still can in the NANTUCKET BAKE SHOP. Here you’ll find genuine Portuguese bread & rolls. Be tempted by our world-famous almond macaroons and Magees. For breakfast, try our fresh donuts, native cranberry & blueberry muffins, scones, flaky croissants, danish, & bagels accompanied by a steaming cup of Green Mountain coffee. We bake decorated cakes, fresh fruit tortes, cheesecake, chocolate velvets, and pastries. Everyday favorites include cookies, fruit squares, turnovers, fudge squares, pies, cupcakes, & more! How about an all white meat chicken pie or fresh spinach quiche for a quick supper? Take our Portuguese bread home so your friends can enjoy a bit of old Nantucket. For mail order, visit our website.

Nantucketbakeshop.com

Nantucket Cookie Company

Open daily we ship anywhere Small batch cookies from scratch

508-228-5814 inside Easy Street Cantina, 2 Broad St.

THE NANTUCKET COOKIE COMPANY offers their freshly baked tempting treats. Stop in their Steamboat Wharf location inside The Easy Street Cantina and indulge — you won’t be disappointed! Sending our cookies to friends and family? Arrange for in-store pickup, or we will ship anywhere in the USA! nantucketcookie.net

Petticoat Row Bakery

Taste the difference!

508-228-3700 35 Centre Street

Pastries, Cookies, Cakes, Cupcakes, Afternoon Tea & More. Picnic baskets for beach or ferry!

Our boutique bakery is located in the heart of historic downtown Nantucket. The upstairs kitchen produces a full selection of freshly baked goods including sweet and savory pastries, cookies, cakes and cupcakes; croissants, baguettes and bagels. We also offer a selection of artisanal products and fresh brewed organic coffee. For those off-island, gift boxes are available for purchase online. And we offer picnic baskets for the beach or ferry. Join us for Afternoon Tea with freshly brewed organic tea & coffee, tea sandwiches and sweet & savory snacks. PETTICOAT ROW BAKERY is Nantucket’s downtown gourmet bakery. petticoatrowbakery.com

Brewers, Distillers, & Vineyard

Cisco Brewers

508-325-5929 Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm 5 Bartlett Farm Road Tastings, tours, live music and good times! Dogs, kids, and snacks welcome!

At CISCO BREWERS we make BIG, all-grain beers in our tiny brewery using traditional methods, fine malts, and whole hops. Located next to the Triple Eight Distillery, home of the “Triple Eight Vodka,” and Nantucket Vineyard, we are the only local producer of fresh beer, delicious wine, and smooth vodka. Take the free shuttle from Visitor Services: every 15 min from noon to 6:30pm or park in our new lot just past the Brewery on the right. ciscobrewers.com

Nantucket Vineyard

Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-6pm Fine Nantucket wines

508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

ciscobrewers.com Stop by for a sample of 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.

Triple Eight Distillery

Mon-Sat 10am-last call at 7pm; Sun noon-last call at 6pm

508-325-5929 5 Bartlett Farm Road

Established in 2000, TRIPLE EIGHT DISTILLERY uses water from well #888 to distill its “Notch” single malt whiskey and produce its famous Triple Eight Vodka “888”. Call for more information or to book a tour. ciscobrewers.com

Clubs & Entertainment

Rose & Crown

Open daily from 11:30am-1am Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

THE ROSE & CROWN is a favorite among locals and visitors. We are Nantucket’s only Downtown Nightclub with entertainment 7 nights a week in Season. With Karaoke, DJ’s and Live Local Bands, there is something for everyone. We also have the largest screen in town to watch your favorite sporting events. All Craft beers on one of the largest Draft selections on island and delicious Craft Cocktails developed by our seasoned, friendly Barstaff. Theroseandcrown.com

The Bean

Coffee Shops 508-228-6215

Open at 4 India Street & in the mid-island Stop-n-Shop

THE BEAN offers coffee, espresso, cappuccino, lattes, mochas, and much more all prepared with coffee beans freshly roasted on-island by Nantucket Coffee Roasters and expertly brewed by

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our baristas. A variety of teas, cold beverages, and smoothies are also available, along with a tempting selection of snacks. Order to go or sit around the tables in their cozy cafe atmosphere. Whole beans are available directly from Nantucket Coffee Roasters: order from their website at nantucketcoffee.com

Handlebar Café

Bakeries

All the products you love & mail order online

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

508-825-5929 15 Washington Street

Welcome to HANDLEBAR - a community space disguised as a coffee shop! We provide an ideal in-town location for you to come and grab a favorite beverage. We serve up quality espresso drinks, freshly made pastries, and healthy snacks. Enjoy your experience with us while surfing the web on our free Wi Fi or conversing with friends. When you’re here you can count on being served by our knowledgable and smiling staff. The HANDLEBAR CAFE brings people together handlebar.coffee over coffee. Stop in and see us!

Light Food & Take-Out

Bartlett’s Farm

Open daily 8am to 6pm plus online shopping Fresh baked goods, foods-to-go, fresh produce

508-228-9403 33 Bartlett Farm Road

Did you know that BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM prepares mouth-watering baked goods, homemade soups, breads and foccacia, hearty sandwiches, salads, and many more daily seasonal specialties to go? Stop in early for a muffin and freshly brewed coffee, or make it your lunchtime destination for a delicious change from the downtown crowds. BARTLETT’S even has prepared foods that you can take home and heat up for dinner and freshly baked pies you can serve for dessert. Don’t forget that BARTLETT’S also has the freshest island vegetables, plus annuals, perennials, herbs, and beautiful cut flowers. bartlettsfarm.com

The Bean

Open daily from 7 am Hot & Iced Coffees and Teas, Sandwiches, Salads

508-228-6215 4 India Street

Nantucket’s favorite coffee shop, THE BEAN, also serves delicious, freshly made salads, sandwiches, breakfast foods, and treats. Start your day with their Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich, a Yogurt Parfait, or a Chocolate Croissant with your freshly brewed cappuccino. If you’ve never tasted their hearty Milano Italian Sandwich or their Tacchino or their Vegan Sandwich, then it’s high time you did! Their Flatbreads have tasty toppings, and their salads are fresh and crisp. Take-out or eat in their cafe setting. You can call ahead or order online for faster service. mkt.com/the-bean-26/

Centre Street Bistro

508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30-9:30pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre St Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!”

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts from 8am to 1pm Saturday & Sunday; savory lunches Tuesday-Friday from 11:30am to 2pm; and fabulous dinners Tuesday-Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30pm. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MasterCard and Visa accepted. nantucketbistro.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 our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds.

CrosswindsNantucket.com

Downyflake

508-228-4533 Open daily 6 am to 2 pm; Sunday 6am to 1pm A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years NOW SERVING DINNER Thursday-Tuesday from 5pm 18 Sparks Avenue Serving breakfast and lunch daily, THE DOWNYFLAKE is a Nantucket tradition known for the big doughnut outside and delicious doughnuts inside. Choose from a menu of Flake favorites and daily specials for good food and fast, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. Call ahead for take-out, bulk pastry orders, and catering or event planning. www.thedownyflake.com

Easy Street Cantina

508-228-5418 MMon.-Thurs. 7:15am-10pm; Fri & Sat 7:15am to midnight; Sun 8am-10pm Open Daily: Full Breakfast served all day corner of Easy & Broad sts.

EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf is the merging of two island traditions of 20 years (award-winning Joe’s Broad Street Grill and Tacos Tacos). One nibble and you’re hooked! NEW FOR 2018: FREE CURB-SIDE DELIVERY! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos. Also deli wraps, kids’ foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our dining room or patio, or take your feast home, to the beach, or on the boat. Our bacon-egg-and-cheese burritos are the perfect breakfast to go. One Nibble & You’re Hooked!

EasyStreetCantina.com

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Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

Vol. 48 No. 19 • YesterdaysIsland.com

Nantucket Dining Guide The Faregrounds

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am Affordable Family Dining

508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

One of Nantucket’s favorite restaurants, THE FAREGROUNDS serves from 11:30 am til 1 am seven days a week. Whether you dine there for lunch, dinner, or their late night menu, you’ll enjoy hearty American cuisine that will please the whole family. Lunch and Dinner Specials are offered, and salad bar is available with dinner. All menu items are available for takeout, and they have an extensive pizza menu. There’s plenty of parking, and they accept all major credit cards. Call FAREGROUNDS to arrange your party—it’s a terrific location for gatherings large and small. They have the island’s premier sports bar — the pub is separate from the dining room, so bring the family in for dinner or stop by and watch the game. Outside deck with bar is open seasonally.

Petticoat Row Bakery

Tuesday-Saturday 8-3; Sundays 8 to 12 Pastries, Cookies, Cakes, Cupcakes, Afternoon Tea & More

508-228-3700 35 Centre Street

Our boutique bakery is located in the heart of historic downtown Nantucket. The upstairs kitchen produces a full selection of freshly baked goods including sweet and savory pastries, cookies, cakes and cupcakes; croissants, baguettes and bagels. We also offer a selection of artisanal products and fresh brewed organic coffee. For those off-island, gift boxes are available for purchase online. Join us for Afternoon Tea with freshly brewed organic tea & coffee, tea sandwiches and sweet & savory snacks. PETTICOAT ROW BAKERY is Nantucket’s downtown gourmet bakery. petticoatrowbakery.com

Saltbox Tavern & Table

Open 11:30 am to midnight

774-333-3814 7 Macy’s Lane

Nantucket’s newest family friendly spot for lunch and dinner is SALTBOX tavern & table. Relax in their newly renovated comfy dining room and patio, featuring a new outdoor bar and raw bar. Sip a tasty frozen drink or order a sangria pitcher with friends. Savor a hearty lunch or dinner — there’s plenty of parking, and our new menu has something for everyone!

Siam to Go 508-228-SIAM (7426) Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4-8pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices

Bartlett’s Farm

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

Markets

Open daily 8am to 6pm plus online shopping Groceries, fresh produce, food-to-go

508-228-9403 Bartlett Farm Road

Grocery shop at BARTLETT’S OCEAN VIEW FARM. Eggs, milk, cheese, coffee, and, of course, fresh vegetables. Freshly baked goods, as well as daily seasonal specialties prepared with farm fresh ingredients for take away. Ample parking and friendly faces. bartlettsfarm.com

Black-Eyed Susan’s

Restaurants

Breakfast daily 7am-1pm; Dinner Mon-Sat from 6-10pm Foreign & Domestic Cooking

508-325-0308 10 India Street

Tucked away on India Street, just around the corner from Centre Street, you’ll discover one of the island’s great finds! Part of the neighborhood for 20 years, BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S is a favorite of visitors and locals alike. The dinner menu is inspired by the seasonal market and changes frequently. They also serve hearty breakfasts featuring Huevos Rancheros, Homemade Corned Beef Hash, Buttermilk Pancakes, Sourdough French Toast, and a variety of “Scrambles” and Omelettes. The freshly squeezed orange juice is a real eye-opener! Find out why everyone is raving about BLACK-EYED SUSAN’S! BYOB & no credit cards.

Black-EyedSusans.com

Centre Street Bistro 508-228-8470 Dinner: Tues-Sun from 5:30-9:30pm; Lunch: Tues-Fri 11:30am-2pm; 29 Centre St Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-1pm “Eat and happiness will follow!”

The CENTRE STREET BISTRO, located at 29 Centre Street, with Ruth and Tim Pitts at the helm, is an island favorite! They serve bountiful breakfasts from 8am to 1pm Saturday & Sunday; savory lunches Tuesday-Friday from 11:30am to 2pm; and fabulous dinners Tuesday-Sunday from 5:30 to 9:30pm. Come and eat in the CENTRE STREET BISTRO intimate dining room or on the sidewalk patio (in-season only). All the food is made on the premises with the finest, freshest ingredients available. Reservations are suggested for dinner. BYOB. Take-out is available. MC and Visa accepted. nantucketbistro.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

SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries.

The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

“Fly into CROSSWINDS...where our huge portions and delicious daily specials will keep your pockets full and your spirits soaring!” Stop by anytime and join us at the Nantucket Memorial Airport, home of the classic “Wings” television series. We have something for everyone on our fun and diverse menu which spans breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We have extensive beer, wine, and cocktail selections. Feel free to bring the kiddies with you, because we also have a complete children’s menu, as well. Whether you’re waiting for a plane or just want to relax with a tasty and filling meal at a great price, Crosswinds is the place to go. Come meet our friendly, courteous staff for a casually elegant dining experience and see what’s new at Crosswinds.

CrosswindsNantucket.com

Sophie T’s Pizza

508-325-6265 Open every day from 11:15am to 9pm 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

508-228-4533 Open daily 6 am to 2 pm; Sunday 6am to 1pm A Nantucket Tradition for 80 Years NOW SERVING DINNER Thursday-Tuesday from 5pm 18 Sparks Avenue

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for dining in or take out for over 16 years. In addition to Classic Cheese, Small Crispy Flatbread, and Small Gluten-Free, pizza at SOPHIE T’S can come with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. Daily specials on Facebook & follow us on Twitter @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking.

Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

Known for their bountiful breakfasts and lunches every day, THE DOWNYFLAKE is now also serving dinner every night except Wednesday! Dinner platters include Steak Frites, Rosemary Chicken, New England Codfish Cakes, Fish & Chips, Shrimp Scampi, and more! Their Blue Plate Specials start at just $14 and change nightly. The DOWNYFLAKE is a Nantucket tradition known for the big doughnut outside and delicious doughnuts inside. Choose from a menu of Flake favorites and daily specials for good food and fast, friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere.

Fresh squeezed juices, homemade soups, deli sandwiches, hot comfort food entrees. Call ahead for take-out, bulk pastry orders, and catering or event planning. www.thedownyflake.com

Dune

Thai House Nantucket

Open daily 11am-9pm; Grab & Go Thai Lunch 11am-2pm Call ahead for faster service

508-680-1522 118 Old South Road

Sawadee! The Thairatana family welcomes you to THAI HOUSE NANTUCKET, where they serve Thai specialties along with a tasty full menu of fresh sushi and dishes that are Japaneseinspired and Asian-fusion. Vegetarian Dishes are also available and they can alter the level of spiciness to suit for individual taste. Local favorites include Fresh Rolls, Drunken Noodles, and their variety of Curries. Catering services are available. ackthaihouse.com

Yummy

Mon.-Sat. 7am to 4 pm; Sun 7am to 3:30pm Fresh, hand crafted breakfast & lunch, on your way to the beach

508-228-2712 63 Surfside Road

yummynantucket.com Yummy is a new take out café located right on a bike path to Surfside beach. It has a casual sunny front yard where you can relax at one of the picnic tables or beach chairs and bite into a moist, fresh-from-the-grill burger served on a perfectly toasted, almost sweet bun. Our menu also boasts mouthwatering sandwiches on fresh baked bread including vegetarian and vegan delights. We start the day with fresh roasted coffee, breakfast sandwiches, house-baked pastries, and fruity smoothies. Oh, and don’t forget the ice cream, and frappes! It’s the perfect way to cool off on from a hot day at the beach. Yummy has what you are craving. Treat yourself to some goodies - come join us at Yummy! BRING IN THE AD IN THIS PAPER FOR 10% OFF!

Downyflake

508-228-5550 Bar opens at 5pm; Dinner from 5:30-9:30 pm; Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30am to 2:30 pm Where chic meets casual comfort.

20 Broad Street DUNE is open for the season with Chef Michael Getter, formerly of 21 Federal and American Seasons, in the kitchen! The décor in our three distinct dining rooms is a blend of sophisticated elegance and soothing comfort. Along with our exotic quartzite bar and charming patio we offer an extensive selection of handcrafted cocktails, wines, liquors and cordials along with tempting dinner and dessert menus. The ever-changing menu showcases an innovative selection of the finest in seasonal local produce, fish, and meats from regional farms and select purveyors.

DuneNantucket.com

Easy Street Cantina

corner of Easy & Broad sts.; 508-228-5418 Mon.-Thurs. 7:15am-10pm; Fri & Sat 7:15am to midnight; Sun 8am-10pm Fried Clams, Fish’n Chips, Burritos, Tacos, Wraps, & More. Breakfast all day!

EASY STREET CANTINA on the corner of Easy & Broad streets by the water on Steamboat Wharf. FREE CURB-SIDE DELIVERY! One nibble and you’re hooked! EASY STREET CANTINA features fresh fried seafood such as Nantucket bay scallops, clams, and beer-battered Atlantic Cod along with cheese steaks, burgers, fresh falafel and our famous burritos, nachos, and tacos.

Also deli wraps, kid’s foods, fresh pastries, fresh ground coffee, and cookies. Enjoy in our spacious dining room or on our outside patio beside the water. Home of the Nantucket Cookie Company. Fun, Fast, Family Food.

EasyStreetCantina.com

Yesterday’s Island/Today’s Nantucket

The Faregrounds

Lunch, dinner, & late night menu daily from 11:30 am

Vol. 48 No. 19 • YesterdaysIsland.com 508-228-4095 27 Fairgrounds Road

FAREGROUNDS is one of Nantucket’s favorite year round restaurants (and we are sports fanatics, with 15 HDTVs)! Choose between the bustling energy of Pudley’s Pub, the cool ocean breeze on our deck, and the quiet of FAREGROUNDS dining room! Our affordable fare is complemented by Daily Specials. We are THE perfect place to satisfy everyone in your party!

FAREGROUNDS is a terrific venue to celebrate any occasion. No party is too big or too small, and we have plenty of parking to accommodate all your guests. FAREGROUNDS is the right place to reunite with friends, enjoy a beer and cheer on your team; or gather the family and savor a great meal while enjoying those who matter. thefaregrounds.com

Fifty-Six Union

Bar opens at 4:30, Dinner every night from 5 pm Global Cuisine, Glorious Libations, Glamorous Staff

508-228-6135 56 Union Street

Warm and welcoming with an irreverent spirit and food that is nothing short of inspired…

FIFTY-SIX UNION has an appealing combination of quality food and fun that will draw you back again and again. FIFTY-SIX serves dinner nightly from 5 pm; bar opens at 4:30. Patron dinner favorites include fragrant Curried Mussels, Javanese Spicy Fried Rice, and Truffle Frites that are positively addicting. For dinner, Chef Peter Janelle prepares a creative Fish Special and a tempting Vegetarian Pasta du Jour. FIFTY-SIX UNION offers more than a dozen exhilarating cocktails, served by their libation experts. FIFTY-SIX UNION...there’s nothing else quite like it on Nantucket. fiftysixunion.com

The Proprietors bar & table

508-228-7477 Dinner Mon.-Sat. from 5pm; Bar open 5pm-1am; Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm An adventurous menu of sharable plates & dishes 9 India St The menu at The Proprietors borrows techniques & flavors from global cuisines while celebrating local ingredients harvested on small Nantucket and New England farms. Chef Michael LaScola serves an adventurous menu of shareable plates and dishes hot off the plancha with a strong focus on imaginative seafood, vegetable and grain presentations. Guests can expect to see dishes playfully combining international flavors with ingredients from small farms and producers raised specifically for the restaurant. proprietorsnantucket.com

Rose & Crown

Lunch & Dinner from 11:30am-10pm, open til 1am Lunch, Dinner, Cocktails

508-228-2595 23 South Water Street

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. Food is served continuously from 11:30-10pm daily. We serve everything from lite bites, burgers, local seafood to mouth watering steaks and gluten free and vegetarian options. Always family friendly with a children’s menu available and presenting Live Local Musicians for everyone to enjoy during dinner. theroseandcrown.com

Saltbox Tavern & Table

774-333-3814 Open 11:30 am to midnight: Monday is Wing Day 7 Macy’s Lane Islander Discounts on food Mon-Fri Family Friendly indoor & outdoor dining Nantucket’s newest family friendly spot for lunch and dinner is SALTBOX tavern & table. Relax in their newly renovated comfy dining room and patio, featuring a new outdoor bar and raw bar. Sip a tasty frozen drink or order a sangria pitcher with friends. Savor a hearty lunch or dinner — there’s plenty of parking, and our new menu has something for everyone!

Sandbar at Jetties Beach

508-228-2279

Open for Lunch & Dinner; Cocktails & Raw Bar Restaurant & Bar on the Beach 4 Bathing Beach Rd. at Jetties Beach Come to THE SANDBAR at JETTIES BEACH for great food, summer cocktails, and gorgeous sunsets. We serve fresh seafood, burgers & sandwiches, tasty finger foods and summer salads.

Don’t miss our Lobster Roll, Fish Tacos, Clam Po-Boy, and Lobster Frites. Dinner entrees added after 5 pm. Serving lunch on Mondays, Thursday-Sunday. Join us for Dinner Thursday-Sunday.

Live music. Bar opens at 11:30 every day. Call about holding your next event or private party at THE SANDBAR. Plenty of parking and the NRTA bus stops at this restaurant & bar on the beach.

JettiesSandbar.com

The Seagrille

508-325-5700 Creative coastal & traditional New England cuisine 45 Sparks Avenue Lunch 11:30 to 2 pm Mon-Sat; Dinner from 5pm; Bar opens at 5 pm

THE SEAGRILLE serves the freshest local and regional seafood creatively prepared and presented. Special lobster and raw bar selections are available, and their homemade soups and their famous quahog chowder are island favorites. Pastas and breads are made fresh daily.

The SEAGRILLE offers a selection of wines, craft beers, and cocktails to perfectly compliment the menu choices. Bar and enclosed patio dining also available. Reservations recommended.

Call us to book your celebration! theseagrille.com

The Ships Inn

Dinner Wed-Mon from 5:30pm; Dory Bar open from 5pm American Brasserie

508-228-0040 13 Fair Street

shipsinnnantucket.com The diverse menu features a variety of seasonal specials and Ships Inn favorites. The food is presented with understated elegance and fresh, bold flavors that will make your visit a memorable one. Stop in for a drink at our Dory Bar and check out our menu. Surely you’ll want to stay for dinner. Reservations are recommended but not necessary, walk-ins are welcomed.

Dinner is served Wednesday-Monday from 5:30 pm; Dory Bar opens at 5 pm.

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508-228-SIAM (7426) Siam to Go Lunch Mon-Fri 11am to 2pm; Dinner Mon-Sat 4 to 8pm Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Ln Thai Cuisine made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices SIAM TO GO offers an appealing selection of authentic Thai cuisine that is light, fresh, and traditional. The menu includes Thai curries, noodle and rice dishes, and house specialties, offered with a choice of chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, fried tofu, or vegetables. The Create Your Own Curry section of the menu allows you to pair a protein with any of their six favorite curries.

The entree section of the menu is especially tempting, with dishes like Kai Yad Sai (Thai-style Egg Fu Yung) and Ram Rong Song. While the menu is extensive, every dish is prepared well and fresh to order, so call ahead to take home or to the beach, or sit at a table in the ice rink lobby and enjoy a taste of Thailand. siamtogonantucket.com

Sophie T’s Pizza 508-325-6265 Open every day from 11:15am to 9pm 7 Dave St, in Nantucket Commons Pizza, pastas, salads, subs, sandwiches, wraps & more.

Something fresh is always cooking at SOPHIE T’S PIZZA. Islanders and visitors have made Nantucket’s perennial blue-ribbon favorite their dining destination for dining in or take out for over 16 years. In addition to Classic Cheese, Small Crispy Flatbread, and Small Gluten-Free, pizza at SOPHIE T’S can come with more than 2 dozen toppings. Plus they serve the most varied choice of fresh, bountiful salads, buffalo wings, pasta, daily specials, and an array of subs and sandwiches that come fully dressed and toasted, if you wish. Call ahead for fast take-out & daily specials. Daily specials on Facebook & follow us on Twitter @sophietspizza. Sophie T’s Pizza is located mid-island at 7 Dave St. in Nantucket Commons with plenty of parking.

Stop by for a menu and see if you can resist a slice! sophietspizza.com

TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet

Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, & Dinner Nothing is ordinary, not even the view!

508-228-8768 Bayview Dining at The Wauwinet

Located at The Wauwinet overlooking Nantucket Bay, award-winning TOPPER’S offers one of the most spectacular views on the island. Enjoy a superb prix fixe or a la carte dinner in the intimate dining room or relax outdoors on the casual TOPPER’S Deck. Cocktails on the lawn at sunset are another special treat. For brunch, lunch, or dinner, you can arrive via a scenic one-hour water taxi cruise that departs from the White Elephant or catch our complimentary jitney, that leaves from the Information Center on Federal Street. Dress is smart casual; reservations recommended. TOPPER’S is open through October. toppersrestaurant.com

Seafood

Souza’s Seafood

Open from 9am with a full selection of seafood Stop by and enter our weekly Meg-a-Fish Free Seafood Drawing

508-228-9140 23 Trotter’s Lane

SOUZA’S SEAFOOD, under the red and white flag on Trotter’s Lane, offers a full line of quality seafoods both fresh and frozen: steamers, littlenecks, cherrystones, lobsters, swordfish, crabmeat, escargot, shrimp, quahogs, and much more! Only at SOUZA’S can you get delicious smoked scallops, their secret recipe stuffed quahogs, homemade chowder base and Nantucket bay scallops frozen within 20 minutes of shucking (the freshest tasting frozen scallops). Call ahead and arrange for a cooked lobster for a picnic at home, on the beach, or on the boat.

Remember to order a travel pack of lobsters and bay scallops to take off-island with you.

Wine & Spirits

Epernay Wine & Spirits

508-228-2755 Open Daily 12 to 7pm 1 North Beach Street Largest Rosé Selection, Craft Beer, Boutique Liquors, Artisanal Cheese, Premium Cigars The only Sommelier owned + operated wine store on Nantucket! Why trust your wine choices to anyone else? Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie + Certified Sommelier Kirk Baker invite you to join them for their FREE tastings on Thursday this week (and every week!) from 5 - 7 pm. ÉPERNAY WINE & SPIRITS is located in the Brant Point neighborhood, just steps from downtown near the White Elephant and Nantucket Hotel. Mention this ad for a FREE Épernay Wine Tote Bag with $25 purchase (valid through 10.03.2018). @epernaywines | #YesWayEpernay We Deliver! epernaywines.com

Petrichor Wine Bar

Wine Bar

Open every evening from 5pm to 1am Wines, spirits, beers, and bites

617-283-9933 5 Chestnut Street (at Hotel Pippa)

Petrichor is a new Nantucket Wine Bar for people who love to discover new grapes, blends, and regions. We have more than 50 wines by the glass or by the bottle: sparkling, white, rose, and red wines that are refreshing and interesting as well as a number of Coravin Preserved selections of particular distinction. Petrichor also offers a number of spirits—malts, bourbons, a rotating selection of seasonal beer, and dessert wines—on a rotating basis. Our menu of pairings includes Fluffhead Beignets, Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie, Malkia’s Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Bruschetta, House Marinated Castelvetrano Olives, and more! Indoor & outdoor patio seating. Call us for private parties and tastings. petrichorwinebar.com

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Events & Entertainment from page 25

8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Town Route Nantucket’s first & oldest Ghost Walk: see 5 of the island’s most haunted locations.

Led by original guide; 1 mi, lasts 80 mins. $20; $15 seniors (65+) & teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Main & Centre by bank steps 10 mins early. 508-332-0953

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1

NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

8 AM - Stump Swamp/Norwood Farm Hike with Nantucket Walkabout A mashup of island terrain; forest, upland meadows, small ponds, a former cranberry bog, & one of the island’s true flowing streams. A 90-120 min. dual property hike, depending on group interest. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 AM - Fabulous Mansions of the Cliff & Brant Point A 2 1/2 mi, 55 min., nonstop exercise walk with historic commentary past spectacular homes on Nantucket. Ends at White Elephant. $20. Cash only. Meet at corner of Main & Centre sts 10 min early 508-332-0953 9 to 11 AM - Pickleball Drop-in sessions whenever school is in session. $5 guest fee to the NBGC. Nantucket Boys and Girls Club, 61 Sparks Avenue.

10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Great Writers on Nantucket Hear how Melville, Hemingway, Steinbeck and others were inspired by Nantucket on a 2/3 mi, 90 min stroll. $20, $15 for65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Meet at Federal & India sts, by Atheneum fence 10 min early. 508-332-0953 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Chef-Carved Roast Beef All Buffets are $12 and includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 11:30 AM - Wing Day at Saltbox Tavern & Table Stop by 7 Macy’s Lane for 75 cent wings all day. 774-333-3814 12 to 12:30 PM - Free Petite Concert Series: Joe Hammer - Appleton Organ Nantucket Arts Council presents the Petite Concert Series. Each concert is 30 minutes. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations welcome. An Arts Fest Event.

1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - Shawkemo Hills Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Hike a portion of the island dramatically shaped by the last glacier to cover most of North America. See & learn about the formation of Coatue, Great Point, Haulover, Nantucket Harbor, & inner harbor shores. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 6 to 7:30 PM - Lecture: “Social Emotional Learning” with Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adar.

Part of Nantucket Lighthouse School Education Speaker Series. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2

NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

8 AM - Gardner Farm-Lost Farm Loop Hike with Nantucket Walkabout This 2.5 mile hike explores plant succession on globally threatened habitat know as sandplain grasslands. These former vegetable farms are now dominated by pitch pines, but their groves & small forests are broken up by meadows of wildflowers.

508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 9:45 to 10:30 AM - Free Music in the Morning Ages 2 to 7 Songs, singing games, and movement activities aimed at teaching musical skills to the very young. Tickets when library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 10:45 AM - Glorious ‘Sconset A 2/3 mi, 90 min historic walk through the village of ‘Sconset. $20, $15 for 65+ and teens, $5 ages 7-12. Cash only. Catch 10:15 bus at the Greenhouse Depot for the 20 minute ride to ‘Sconset. Meet guide opposite the post office. 508-332-0953 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Soup & Sandwich All Buffets are $12 and includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 12 to 12:30 PM - Free Petite Concert Series: Jennifer Maxwell, Classical Piano Nantucket Arts Council presents the Petite Concert Series. Each concert is 30 minutes. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations welcome. An Arts Fest Event.

1 PM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

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. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 4 to 4:30 PM - Free Petite Concert Series: Barbara Elder, Piano Nantucket Arts Council presents the Petite Concert Series. Each concert is 30 minutes. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations welcome. An Arts Fest Event.

6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org 7 to 9:15 PM - Manhattan Short Film Festival Filmgoers on Nantucket Island will unite with over 100,000 film-lovers around the world during the week of September 27-October 7 for this Film Festival screens at the Nantucket Atheneum on September 30, October 2, and October 5. 1 India St. 8:30 PM - The Original Nantucket Ghost Walk, Cemetery Route A 1-1/3 mi, 90 min eerie stroll featuring Old North Burial Ground, Oldest House, & 2 haunted hotels. Led by original guide. $20, $15 seniors (65+). Kids 7-12 $5. Cash Only. No reservations. Meet at Main & Centre by the bank steps 15 mins early. continued on page 43

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

8 AM - Smith’s Point Hike with Nantucket Walkabout Nantucket’s westernmost sand extremity is a great hike to see nesting piping plovers, least terns and American oystercatchers during the summer and catch a glimpse of Tuckernuck. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 8:30 to 10 AM - Free Beginner’s English Class For those seeking to improve their English language skills. Free class is open to all, conducted in English. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110 9 AM to 1 PM - Shell Mirror with Mary Emery Lacoursiere Create a one of a kind decorative mirror using seashells from around the world.

Registration required at nha.org 10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Burger Bar (Chicken Burgers, too) All Buffets are $12 and includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95), plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 12 to 12:30 PM - Free Petite Concert Series: Jennifer Maxwell, Piano Nantucket Arts Council presents the Petite Concert Series. Each concert is 30 minutes. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations welcome. An Arts Fest Event.

12:15 PM - Rotary Speaker: Hyannis Rotary Club Hyannis Rotary Club Fairgrounds Restaurant, 27 Fairgrounds Road. 508-228-4095 1 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. Close to Cisco Beach & Cisco Brewery. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 1:30 PM - NHA’s Historical House & Garden Walking Tour Visit 3 historical homes & gardens, exploring 2 centuries of life & architecture on Nantucket. The 1-hr tour offers a glimpse into lives of some of the people who lived on the island. Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street.

2 PM - To The Brewery! with Nantucket Bike Tours Cycle to Cisco Brewery tour the property. Hang out at the brewery after your tour.

We’ll help arrange a cab to get you home. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 4 to 4:30 PM - Free Petite Concert Series: Jim Sulzer, Guitar (Music From Spain) Nantucket Arts Council presents the Petite Concert Series. Each concert is 30 minutes. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Donations welcome. An Arts Fest Event.

6 PM - The Cocktail Hour performed by Theatre Workshop of Nantucket A funny and moving play by A.R. Gurney, that tells with warmth and humor the story of a family shackled by the past and tantalized by an unfamiliar future. Bennett Hall, 62 Center Street. Tickets at 508-228-4305. TheatreNantucket.org

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

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6:30 to 8:30 PM - Free Knitting and Crocheting Circle This circle of needlery comrades continues the ancient art style to create works for decoration, donate, and display. Open to the public and to all levels of knitters and crocheters. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

7 PM - Workshop: Improv with Jasper Young Improv Workshop with Jasper Young Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street.

7 to 8:30 PM - Concert: Jess Clemons A Vermont native and traveler at heart, singer/songwriter Jess Clemons now calls the Columbia Gorge home. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. 508-228-1110

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4 NANTUCKET ARTS FESTIVAL 2018

This year’s theme is “Avoiding the Usual -Experiencing the Unforeseen in Unusual Ways” is meant to be interpreted literally, figuratively, or playfully.

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. Tickets:. 508-422-7466 WalkNantucket.com 8:30 AM - Whaling History Tour with Shearwater Excursions See historic landmarks from the whaling history days. 1-hour trip; coffee included.

Kids younger than 2 ride free. Call for Reservations. Town Pier, 34 Washington St. $50. 508-228-7037 Shearwaterexcursions.com Also at 10:00 am 10 AM - Nantucket Seal Cruise with Shearwater Excursions See Gray Seals in their natural habitat, experience the beauty of Great Point from the water. Great for all ages; perfect photo ops! 2-hour trip. Tickets at. 508-2287037 ShearwaterExcursions.com 10 to 10:30 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 18-36 mos Limited to first 10 toddlers + their caregivers. Tickets at the Children’s Desk when the library opens. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

10 AM to 5 PM - Sale at Island Cashmere Select shoes and apparel on sale. 32 Centre Street.

10:30 AM - NHA’s Downtown Walking Tour Hear about Nantucket, past & present, and the events that made the island what it is today. Tour is 1 hour with 5 stops ending at the NHA’s Quaker Meeting House.

Tickets at Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org 10:30 AM - Town View Bike Tour A timeless tour to some of Nantucket’s hidden gems, beautiful sights, and historical locations. Travel with us through the Town of Nantucket. Nantucket Bike Tours, 31 Washington Street. 508-825-5362 NantucketByBike.com 11 AM - All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet: Taco Bar Buffet is $12 & includes 20 item salad bar (salad bar alone $9.95) plus an assortment of buffalo wings, pizza, nachos, fried rice, grilled veggies, onion rings, chowder, chili, & more. available to-go. Easy Street Cantina, Broad & Easy sts.

11 to 11:30 AM - Free Story Time for Ages 3+ Stories, songs; program limited to first 15 attendees. Tickets at the Weezie desk 30 minutes before program. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street.

11:15 AM - Ice Cream Cruise & Harbor Tour with Shearwater Excursions Enjoy ice cream & relax during a tour of Nantucket Harbor. Reservations 508228-7037 or ShearwaterExcursions.com Also at 1pm, 2:15pm, 4pm, & 5:15pm 12 to 1 PM - The Cultural “Afterlife” of Whaling with Dr. Jamie Jones This presentation traces the cultural afterlife of whaling in two of the industries that replaced whaling: tourism and petroleum. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 508-228-1894 nha.org

Visit Nantucket before and after you visit Nantucket, at Nantucket.net events updated daily year-round

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Vol. 48 No. 19 • YesterdaysIsland.com

Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2018

As the seasons change, so do our clothes...

Come in and Check out our Fall Lines of Classic & Updated Clothing.

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