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Sun
Jul 6
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Sail MV
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Enjoy lobster dinner, dancing and a spectacular auction dockside at Tisbury Wharf with the wooden boats. |
$125.00
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Mon
Jul 7
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Chamber Music Society
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Don't miss the St. Petersburg String Quartet, one of the world's leading string quartets. |
$30.00
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Mon
Jul 7
9:30pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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Return Engagement... one of the most talked-about shows from last summer! Be sure to get your tickets early. |
$30.00
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Tue
Jul 8
5:30pm |
Promoted by:
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary
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Cruise from Oak Bluffs Harbor to explore the waters of Vineyard Sound aboard a Coast Guard licensed vessel. |
$40.00
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Tue
Jul 8
5:30pm |
Promoted by:
African Artists' Community Development Project
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Browse baskets, fabrics, jewelry and carvings for sale and see the film Waging Peace in Zambia. |
$10.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Tue
Jul 8
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Town of Tisbury
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The annual Tisbury Street Fair is one of our favorite island events. Food, crafts, and fun for all! |
Free
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Tue
Jul 8
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Chamber Music Society
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Enjoy an evening of music with the St. Petersburg String Quartet, one of the world's leading string quartets. |
$30.00
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Tue
Jul 8
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Film Festival
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Join revolutionary cinematographer Michael Chapman for screenings of two of his films as well as a question and answer period. |
$10.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Wed
Jul 9
9:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Preservation Trust
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Island produce and sundries. |
Free
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Wed
Jul 9
9:00am |
Promoted by:
Chilmark Church
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The Chilmark Flea in the Meadow Market is a perennial favorite for browsers and shoppers alike. |
Free
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Wed
Jul 9
5:30pm |
Promoted by:
Chilmark Free Public Library
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Alan Dershowitz, America's Lawyer, will be at the library this evening speaking about our civil rights. |
Free
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Wed
Jul 9
5:30pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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Bring the whole family to Outerland for this all-age disco and family-friendly dinner. |
Free
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Wed
Jul 9
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Troubled Shores, Inc.
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A comedy and theatrical improv show by the IMPers, a teen professional improv troupe. |
$11.00
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Wed
Jul 9
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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A comical look at the island. This will be an evening of laughing and dancing. |
$15.00
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Thu
Jul 10
7:30am |
Promoted by:
Edgartown Yacht Club
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An intergral part of a Martha's Vineyard Summer, Edgartown Yacht Club's Annual Regatta features three exciting days of races. |
$95.00
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Thu
Jul 10
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Eisenhauer Gallery
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All are welcome to hear a musical performance by Don Groover and Sabrina with Buck on the mandonlin at the courtyard of the Colonial Inn. |
Free
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Thu
Jul 10
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Chilmark Community Center
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Journalist and host of Fox News Sunday, Chris Wallace will be the first speaker in this three part speaker series. |
Free
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Thu
Jul 10
9:00pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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See the premiere of 6 short documentary episodes about music on the Island. Features live performances by Ben Taylor, Isaac Taylor, Kate Taylor & more |
$20.00
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Fri
Jul 11
9:30pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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Hear Rustic Overtones as they perform music from their new album, On Light at the End. |
$20.00
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Sat
Jul 12
8:00am |
Promoted by:
Edgartown Yacht Club
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The 'Round the Island race has always been a part of the sailing calendar for both the great names of yacht racing and also the cruising sailor. |
$90.00
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Sat
Jul 12
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
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See an amazing display of Native American crafts and watch as the artists demonstrate the creation of their work. |
Free
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Sat
Jul 12
4:00pm |
Promoted by:
Oak Bluffs Association
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Stroll through the art galleries of the Oak Bluffs Art District. |
Free
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Sat
Jul 12
4:00pm |
Promoted by:
Dragonfly Gallery
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Join the Dragonfly Gallery for the reception for the Elizabeth Lockhart Taft and Julie Y. Baker Albright show. The reception runs from 4 to 7pm. |
Free
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Sat
Jul 12
4:00pm |
Promoted by:
US Slave Song Project Inc
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Learn about the history and the interpretation of Spirituals, songs sung by Slaves as a means of communicating with one another. |
$10.00
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Sun
Jul 13
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Field Gallery
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An artist reception for the works of Andrew Sovjani and Rob Franco. |
Free
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Sun
Jul 13
6:30pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission to this performance by Reno, a solo comedic performer who addresses today's issues. |
$75.00
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Sun
Jul 13
6:30pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Premium seating to this performance by Reno, a solo comedic performer who addresses today's issues. |
$125.00
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Mon
Jul 14
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Chamber Music Society
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Grammy award-winning jazz pianist Billy Childs will be performing with the Infinity Brass Quintet. |
$30.00
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Tue
Jul 15
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Community Services
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Melody on Music Street is a night of great food, music and friends in the heart of the Vineyard social season. |
$150.00
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Thu
Jul 17
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Museum
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Support the museum's exhibits while enjoying a wonderful evening of cocktails, dinner and fabulous auction items. |
$150.00
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Thu
Jul 17
9:30pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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A great night of music with Aerosmith's Joey Kramer and James Montgomery. Featuring Jim Belushi with Rolling Stones horn section, The Uptown Horns. |
$49.50
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Sat
Jul 19
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Sail MV
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Welcome to New England's most exciting new boating race series with great racing and fun parties. |
$50.00
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Sat
Jul 19
12:00pm |
Promoted by:
WVVY Community Radio
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Music festival from noon to moonrise with a dozen bands, good food, drink, kiddy entertainment. Music ranging from folk to rock. |
$20.00
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Sat
Jul 19
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Portuguese American Club
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Parade, auction, food, games, music and more!
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Free
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Sat
Jul 19
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
FARM Institute
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Enjoy an evening under the stars at Katama Farm with an open bar,live music and a wonderful sampling meal prepared by some of the Island's top chefs. |
$275.00
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Sat
Jul 19
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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Attend a concert by Livingston Taylor, a performer, songwriter and Vineyard favorite. |
$20.00
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Sun
Jul 20
6:30pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Premium seating for a performance to celebrate the life of late Yard founder Patricia Nanon. |
$50.00
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Mon
Jul 21
8:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Hospital
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Support a good cause while enjoying a wonderful day of golf! |
$500.00
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Mon
Jul 21
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Sheriff's Meadow Foundation
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Join host Frank V. Sica along with special guest speaker Richard Lazarus for this cocktail party. |
$50.00
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Mon
Jul 21
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Sheriff's Meadow Foundation
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Join host Frank V. Sica along with special guest speaker Richard Lazarus for a cocktail party and dinner. |
$150.00
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Tue
Jul 22
1:00pm |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Baseball
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See the Wareham Gatemen vs. the Falmouth Commodores at the Vineyard Baseball Park. |
$5.00
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Tue
Jul 22
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Garden Gate Child Development Center
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Come and enjoy live music, hors d'oeurves and cocktails at this silent auction.
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$25.00
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Tue
Jul 22
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Slow Food MV
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Join Slow Food MV for their annual potluck and fundraiser with keynote speaker Michael Pollan. Please bring dish with local ingedrients to share. |
$15.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Wed
Jul 23
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Nursing Assocation
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The Vineyard Nursing Association invites you to their tasty annual fundraising clambake at the Field Gallery. |
$125.00
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Fri
Jul 25
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission for a performance by soloist Margie Gillis and Cherylyn Lavagnino Dance, a contemporary ballet company. |
$25.00
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Sat
Jul 26
9:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Preservation Trust
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Island produce and sundries. |
Free
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Sat
Jul 26
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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An evening of music, politics and humor by the Capitol Steps. |
$20.00
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Mon
Jul 28
9:30pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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Don't miss the Skatalites when they bring the sound of Jamaica to Martha's Vineyard. |
$30.00
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Wed
Jul 30
7:30pm |
Promoted by:
MV Hebrew Center
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Zal Khalilzad, the current United State Ambassador to the United Nations, will be speaking tonight as part of the Scholars Series. |
$15.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Wed
Jul 30
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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Join in and listen to a community sing-along.
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Free
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Fri
Aug 1
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Join the Yard for an evening of old and new works with Jamal Jackson, Lorraine Chapman and Claire Porter. |
$25.00
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Sat
Aug 2
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Playhouse
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Lots of improvisation, audience participation and fun! Great show for a family outting. |
$7.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Sun
Aug 3
12:00pm |
Promoted by:
YMCA of Martha's Vineyard
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Celebrate and support the YMCA of Martha's Vineyard with a gourmet brunch and champagne tasting on Starbuck Neck. |
$350.00
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Mon
Aug 4
10:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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This exhibit showcases a collection of work from various artists from around the island. |
Free
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Mon
Aug 4
4:30pm |
Promoted by:
MV Community Services
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Help support Martha's Vineyard Community Services by attending this not-to-be-missed event at its new venue, the Outerland. |
$25.00
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Mon
Aug 4
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Chamber Music Society
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The performance by the Chameleon Arts Ensemble of Boston will feature flute, viola, harp and piano. |
$30.00
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Tue
Aug 5
10:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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This exhibit showcases a collection of work from various artists from around the island. |
Free
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Tue
Aug 5
11:00am |
Promoted by:
Edgartown Board of Trade
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Whether you come to watch or build, don't miss the 4th Annual Sand Sculpture contest. |
$5.00
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Wed
Aug 6
9:00am |
Promoted by:
MV African American Film Festival
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Celebrating its 6th year, the Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival will take place August 6-9, 2008. |
To Be Announced
CALL VENUE
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Thu
Aug 7
9:00am |
Promoted by:
Polly Hill Arboretum
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Learn about the sustainable home garden with Jules Bruck, assistant professor of landscape design at the University of Delaware. |
$36.00
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Thu
Aug 7
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Divas Uncorked
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All access pass to the Divas Uncorked Wine + Food Festival. An unforgettable 4-day destination event showcasing wines from all over the world. |
$345.00
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Fri
Aug 8
7:30pm |
Promoted by:
Troubled Shores, Inc.
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A comedy improv show performed by IMPact, the middle school improv troupe. |
$5.00
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Fri
Aug 8
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Premium seating for a program of works by veteran choreographers selected by the legendary Martha Myers. |
$50.00
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Sat
Aug 9
10:30am |
Promoted by:
Chilmark Community Center
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A tradition on the Vineyard, the Chilmark Road Race supports a great cause. |
$25.00
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Sat
Aug 9
12:00pm |
Promoted by:
Edgartown Yacht Club
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The annual 12 Metre Regatta is not to miss for anyone who enjoys boating. |
$350.00
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Sun
Aug 10
1:30pm |
Promoted by:
Festival Networks
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Premium Tickets for a star-studded night! Gladys Knight, the Boston Pops, the Neville Brothers, Kate Taylor & more! Includes food, drinks & parking. |
$350.00
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Sun
Aug 10
3:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Community Services
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Come and view a very unique display donated of art, jewelry and artifacts. |
Free
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Mon
Aug 11
5:30pm |
Promoted by:
Hospice of MV
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Dinner and Dancing under the stars. Join the Hospice as they celebrate their 27th anniversary - 27 years of making a difference. |
$125.00
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Mon
Aug 11
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Chamber Music Society
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Morton Subotnick's two part concert will feature a world premiere piece commissioned by the MVCMS as well as Stravinsky's L'Historie du Soldat. |
$30.00
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Wed
Aug 13
7:30pm |
Promoted by:
MV Hebrew Center
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Attend this lecture by professor Alan Dershowitz and Andrea Levin, director of CAMERA, Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America. |
$15.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Fri
Aug 15
12:01am |
Promoted by:
Boston Big Game Fishing Club
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This tournament is a qualifying event for the 2008 IGFA Offshore World Championship. Making this event a must do for all serious offshore angle |
$850.00
CALL VENUE
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Sat
Aug 16
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Built on Stilts
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The Built on Stilts Dance Festival is made up of work by members of the Vineyard Community & performing artists from the island and other shores. |
Free
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Sun
Aug 17
3:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Presented by the Yard and the MV Campmeeting Association, this event will be fun for the whole family. |
$5.00
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Tue
Aug 19
9:00pm |
Promoted by:
Outerland
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Don't miss this show by Great Big Sea, a critically-acclaimed Canadian celtic-rock band. |
$30.00
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Wed
Aug 20
7:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Camp-Meeting Association
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Come to Illumination night, enjoy the community sing and the unique beauty of each gingerbread cottage when illuminated only by paper lanterns. |
Free
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Thu
Aug 21
10:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Agricultural Society
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Come to the fair! It just wouldn't be a Vineyard summer without the Ag Fair. |
$8.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Thu
Aug 21
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Aquinnah Public Library
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Learn more about the Farm to School movement from researcher and island resident Noli Hoye. |
Free
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Fri
Aug 22
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Town of Oak Bluffs
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Always a fun evening, enjoy live music by the Vineyard Haven Band followed by a fireworks display. |
Free
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Fri
Aug 22
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Haven Band
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Enjoy the Vineyard Haven band concert before the fireworks begin. |
Free
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Fri
Aug 22
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission for an event featuring several works of old and new modern dance including Water Study by Doris Humphrey. |
$25.00
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Sat
Aug 23
9:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Hospital
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Take part in this fun event that helps raise money for the Martha's Vineyard Hospital. |
$20.00
CALL VENUE
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Sat
Aug 23
10:00am |
Promoted by:
MV Agricultural Society
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Come to the fair! It just wouldn't be a Vineyard summer without the Ag Fair. |
$8.00
PAY AT DOOR
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Sat
Aug 23
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission for an event featuring several works of old and new modern dance including Water Study by Doris Humphrey. |
$25.00
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Sun
Aug 24
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission for an event featuring several works of old and new modern dance including Water Study by Doris Humphrey. |
$25.00
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Wed
Aug 27
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Arts Project
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This performance will celebrate the 5th anniversary of Stiefel and Stars on the Vineyard. |
$35.00
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Thu
Aug 28
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Aquinnah Public Library
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Attend a talk and presentation by artist Cindy Kane on her newly traveling show. |
Free
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Sat
Aug 30
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Artisans
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Be sure to come to the Labor Day Artisan's Festival to view the work of very talented Islanders. |
Free
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Sat
Aug 30
12:00pm |
Promoted by:
Aquinnah Public Library
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Celebrate summer at the Aquinnah Library from 12-4pm with drumming, dancing, face painting, and a book sale. |
Free
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Mon
Sep 1
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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Reno returns to the Yard with this sequel to Money Talks. Don't miss this performance. |
$25.00
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Sat
Sep 6
4:00pm |
Promoted by:
FARM Institute
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This year's Corn-A-Palooza offers activities for the whole family to enjoy. Music, dancing and games for all! |
$15.00
CALL VENUE
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Sat
Sep 13
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Polly Hill Arboretum
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Attend Polly Hill's plant sale and choose from a wide selection of trees, shrubs and perennials. |
Free
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Sat
Sep 13
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Museum
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Enjoy an intimate dinner at the Granary Gallery to benefit the Martha's Vineyard Museum. |
To Be Announced
CALL VENUE
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Sun
Sep 14
10:00am |
Promoted by:
MV International Film Festival
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Buy a One-Day Festival pass to the Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival for Sunday, September 15. |
$60.00
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Fri
Sep 19
8:00pm |
Promoted by:
Yard
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General admission to a performance of new works created by resident artists including a piece featuring dancers from the island. |
$25.00
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Mon
Sep 29
9:00am |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Nursing Assocation
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Come to the Vineyard Golf Course for a day filled with fun as golfers compete in this annual event to benefit the Vineyard Nursing Association. |
$250.00
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Fri
Oct 17
5:00pm |
Promoted by:
Edgartown Board of Trade
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The Annual Martha's Vineyard Food & Wine Festival has something for everyone. Attend a variety of seminars and tastings throughout the weekend. |
To Be Announced
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Fri
Nov 28
10:00am |
Promoted by:
Vineyard Artisans
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The largest Holiday Art Show on the Vineyard with over 85 Island
Artisans. |
Free
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Mon
Dec 1
7:30pm |
Promoted by:
Island Community Chorus
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Launch the holiday season with the Island Community Chorus. |
PAY AT DOOR
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Fri
Dec 12
6:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Preservation Trust
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Annual Holiday Cocktail party serving bountiful hors d'oeuvers and fine beverages and followed by a traditional Christmas Concert. |
$75.00
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Sat
Dec 13
4:00pm |
Promoted by:
MV Preservation Trust
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The MV Preservation Trust proudly presents this Annual fundraiser to delight the entire family. |
$10.00
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