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The Massachusetts island is more than just the preppie paradise of yesterday. Here's how to explore the newer, more diverse Martha's Vineyard.

2023 was a year of balance for us food writers at The Times. We learned which corners to cut, pennies to pinch, and when to slow down and splurge on a higher-end meal. From kickin’ crab melts, meatballs paired with childhood memories, and Dave’s perfectly seared scallops to barbecue chicken tortilla pizzas, we might have […]

On Friday, Dec. 29, from 11:30 am to 1 pm, the library will be serving free Soup and Bread Lunch for all ages. Lunch for all will be served every weekday of the school winter break. The soup is provided thanks to the West Tisbury Library Foundation, Friends, and Chef Deon at the VFW. Also […]

From Gabe Bellebuono’s job as an onshore — and offshore — wind tech to the young sailor Landon Cormie, to Dr. Charles Silberstein’s take on writer’s block, we took a deep dive into our Island community, met some interesting people, and visited interesting places. Early in the year, Ray Whitaker wrote about ketamine therapy, and […]

Enjoy the perfect winter meal, soup and bread, for free at the West Tisbury library during school break. Starting on Tuesday, Dec. 26, this offering will run through Dec. 29, from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Soup is provided thanks to the West Tisbury Library Foundation, Friends of the West Tisbury Library, and Chef Deon […]

One of the best ways to celebrate Thanksgiving has always been, well, to give thanks. Chef Deon Thomas, who has a fairly famous kitchen inside the VFW in Oak Bluffs, has taken the November holiday a step further and in his attempt to give back, has fed roasted (and fried and barbecue and jerk) turkey […]

Phil Da Rosa and friends are organizing another family-friendly M.V. Sound Fest on Sunday, Sept. 3, at the Cove in Vineyard Haven. Music kicks off at 2 pm and goes until 10 pm. The headliner is popular reggae artist Anthony B, and local artists performing include Workman Song, Rose Guerin, Dock Dance Band, DeeJay Supa […]

And the list plays on as musicians and children of musicians show off their talent with Cape and Vineyard shows.

To the Editor: Island Elderly Housing is looking back on the holiday season with a feeling of great appreciation, and would like to publicly acknowledge the following individuals and organizations who went out of their way to make sure the holidays had sparkle for the residents of IEH.  Sharon Brown, representing Island Grown Initiative, coordinated […]

Stop by the West Tisbury library for a free lunch of warm soup and bread. Served the week of school break, starting Dec. 27 and ending Dec. 30, from 11:30 am to 1 pm. The soup is provided thanks to the West Tisbury Library Foundation and Chef Deon from the VFW. All are welcome. The […]