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2005 Activities and Events on Nantucket Island
| Tuesday March 9, 2010 |
|
7:15 AM |
Ice-R-Cise
Half hour adult skate with instructor followed by one hour of open skating. Emphasis on stretching, breathing, balance, core strength, muscle tone, basic skating. $15. Nantucket Ice, CNB Rink, One Backus Lane. 508-228-2516. | |
| Tuesday March 9, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Nantucket Narratives Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families featuring stories and activities inspired by Nantucket. Join us and listen to an NHA educator share a story, or choose a book from our library of Nantucket tales to read on your own in the Discovery Room. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 10, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
Program limited to first 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 10, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and Older
Program limited to first 40 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 10, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Activities & Artifacts Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Each week features a different "Artifact of the Week" when children can see and touch authentic artifacts while wearing white curator's gloves. The afternoon will also offer hands-on activities inspired by the featured artifact. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 10, 2010 |
4:30 PM
to
7:00 PM |
"Four Easy Payments" perform live
at the Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road | |
| Wednesday March 10, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
8:30 PM |
Nantucket Oral History Project
An evening of short films by John Stanton shown in the Great Hall of the Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
|
7:15 AM |
Ice-R-Cise
Half hour adult skate with instructor followed by one hour of open skating. Emphasis on stretching, breathing, balance, core strength, muscle tone, basic skating. $15. Nantucket Ice, CNB Rink, One Backus Lane. 508-228-2516. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Music in the Morning
A theme-based music program for children 2-5. Program is limited to the first 20 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM |
Food for Thought Series
Les Ottinger will speak about highlights from the Whaling logs in the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Bring a lunch and enjoy the free talk. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Island Explorations Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Explore Nantucket history through a variety of activities--try on colonial clothing, learn to tie knots, examine old Nantucket photographs, or read a book about Nantucket history. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
3:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Teen Cafe
Hang out with your friends, enjoy warm drinks, snacks, and relaxation. Play games, do homework, whatever - just come! Donations accepted to help pay for refreshments. For 8th - 12th graders. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner and Intermediate English Literary Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
8:30 PM |
Women's Chorus Rehearsal
The Women's Chorus of Nantucket will rehearse at the Unitarian Church Thursdays. The chorus sings jazz, pop, gospel, country, and world music. Conductor Marcia Hempel: 508-228-3802 | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Earth Got the Blues Perform Live
Hear this Chicago-style jazz band Thursday at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Thursday March 11, 2010 |
10:00 PM
to
1:00 AM |
Karaoke at The Rose & Crown
23 South Water Street. | |
| Friday March 12, 2010 |
9:30 AM
to
11:30 AM |
ACK Bosom Buddies Bake Sale
at Nantucket Cottage Hospital. You can donate baked goods and/or buy them to help support the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Email Anne at ack_maui@yahoo.com for details. | |
| Friday March 12, 2010 |
|
7:30 PM |
NHS Musical
in Nantucket High School Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets available in advance at the high school office. | |
| Friday March 12, 2010 |
8:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Saturday March 13, 2010 |
|
10:00 AM |
Second Annual Grilled Cheese Invitational
Bring the fixin's and compete for prizes by making your special version of grilled cheese. Spectators welcome. For details and entry forms: tommy@bartlettsfarm.com In the Hayloft at Bartlett Farm, 33 Bartlett Farm Road. | |
| Saturday March 13, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
2:45 PM |
Crafts in the Afternoon
Story and craft program for children 4-10 years of age. This month features a St. Patrick's Day craft and story. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 20 children. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Saturday March 13, 2010 |
|
7:30 PM |
NHS Musical
in Nantucket High School Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets available in advance at the high school office. | |
| Sunday March 14, 2010 |
|
2:00 AM |
Daylight Savings Begins
| |
| Sunday March 14, 2010 |
10:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
Spring Carnival
Games, crafts, cake walk, bake sale, and more. Free admission at 19 Nobadeer Farm Road. Benefit for Small Friends. | |
| Sunday March 14, 2010 |
|
2:00 PM |
NHS Musical
in Nantucket High School Auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets available in advance at the high school office. | |
| Sunday March 14, 2010 |
5:00 PM
to
7:00 PM |
Teen Winter Coffeehouse
Special night for teens featuring local youth performers. Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at the Rose & Crown, South Water Street. | |
| Monday March 15, 2010 |
|
10:00 AM |
Seminar: Waste Reduction in the Home
Free 90-minute seminar on reduction of waste. Held at 10 Washington Street. | |
| Monday March 15, 2010 |
5:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
Spa Night
at Faregrounds Restaurant, Fairgrounds Road. Vendors, raffles. Proceeds benefit the Nantucket Junior Miss Scholarship Program. Tickets at the door. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, door prizes. | |
| Monday March 15, 2010 |
|
6:00 PM |
Think Local First! Roundtable
Free gathering for island businesspeople at The Seagrille, 45 Sparks Avenue. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cash bar. | |
| Monday March 15, 2010 |
|
6:30 PM |
Poker Night
at the Rose & Crown, South Water Street. | |
| Tuesday March 16, 2010 |
|
7:15 AM |
Ice-R-Cise
Half hour adult skate with instructor followed by one hour of open skating. Emphasis on stretching, breathing, balance, core strength, muscle tone, basic skating. $15. Nantucket Ice, CNB Rink, One Backus Lane. 508-228-2516. | |
| Tuesday March 16, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Nantucket Narratives Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families featuring stories and activities inspired by Nantucket. Join us and listen to an NHA educator share a story, or choose a book from our library of Nantucket tales to read on your own in the Discovery Room. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Story Time for Kids 18-36 months
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 30 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
Program limited to first 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Story Time for Ages 3 and Older
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 40 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and Older
Program limited to first 40 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Activities & Artifacts Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Each week features a different "Artifact of the Week" when children can see and touch authentic artifacts while wearing white curator's gloves. The afternoon will also offer hands-on activities inspired by the featured artifact. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
4:30 PM
to
7:00 PM |
"Four Easy Payments" perform live
at the Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
5:00 PM
to
6:30 PM |
Worldwide Voices Book Discussion Group
Open to all, featuring "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett. In the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Wednesday March 17, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Craft Circle
A gathering of Nantucket crafters focusing on learning about and celebrating vintage charm bracelets. All are welcome. In the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
|
7:15 AM |
Ice-R-Cise
Half hour adult skate with instructor followed by one hour of open skating. Emphasis on stretching, breathing, balance, core strength, muscle tone, basic skating. $15. Nantucket Ice, CNB Rink, One Backus Lane. 508-228-2516. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Music in the Morning
A theme-based music program for children 2-5. Program is limited to the first 20 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM |
Food for Thought Series
Lawrence Dober will speak about picture postcards from the early 1900s in the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Bring a lunch and enjoy the free talk. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Island Explorations Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Explore Nantucket history through a variety of activities--try on colonial clothing, learn to tie knots, examine old Nantucket photographs, or read a book about Nantucket history. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
3:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Teen Cafe
Hang out with your friends, enjoy warm drinks, snacks, and relaxation. Play games, do homework, whatever - just come! Donations accepted to help pay for refreshments. For 8th - 12th graders. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner and Intermediate English Literary Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
8:30 PM |
Women's Chorus Rehearsal
The Women's Chorus of Nantucket will rehearse at the Unitarian Church Thursdays. The chorus sings jazz, pop, gospel, country, and world music. Conductor Marcia Hempel: 508-228-3802 | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Earth Got the Blues Perform Live
Hear this Chicago-style jazz band Thursday at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Thursday March 18, 2010 |
10:00 PM
to
1:00 AM |
Karaoke at The Rose & Crown
23 South Water Street. | |
| Friday March 19, 2010 |
|
7:00 PM |
"The Pajama Game"
performed by the Nantucket High School Drama Club in the Nantucket High School auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets at the door. | |
| Friday March 19, 2010 |
8:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
|
9:30 AM |
A Women's Gathering
Featuring Dr. Joan Borysenko is a distinguished pioneer in integrative medicine and a world-renowned expert in the mind/body connection. This year's A Women's Gathering theme is 'The Rising Tide of Light: Developing Resilience in Times of Change.' The event is cosponsored by the Nantucket Institute of Spirituality & Health, The Nantucket Atheneum and A Safe Place. $25 suggested donation. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
1:00 PM
to
3:00 PM |
Ice Show "TV ON ICE"
Spectacular Skating Show featuring Nantucket skaters, Synchronized skating and special guest skaters. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane. Advance purchase tickets are Adults $10, Children/Seniors $5. At the door ticket price: $15 adults; $7 children | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Family Crafts Workshop
Children and families are invited to work together and create decorative and functional placemats for your own March tea party, or any other festive meal or occasion in your home. Each group will have the opportunity to produce four placemats and a complementary table runner. Each piece may be customized using a variety of patterns and designs. Cost for a group of up to 4 is $20 for NHA members or $25 for nonmembers; $5 for each extra person. Maximum 6 per group. Nantucket Whaling Museum. 508-228-1894, ext 112 | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Teen Craft: Faux Wood Embroidered Cuff
For ages 12-18. Come join us to make Faux Wood Embroidered Cuffs. We have all the supplies, just come and make a bracelet. Sign up now as space is limited to the first 10 people. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
|
3:00 PM |
"Researching Genealogy at the Library"
Lecture by Lincoln Thurber, Head of Reference Dept. at Nantucket Atheneum. Lecture at the African Meeting House, 29 York Street. Suggested donation $10. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
5:00 PM
to
7:00 PM |
Ice Show "TV ON ICE"
Spectacular Skating Show featuring Nantucket skaters, Synchronized skating and special guest skaters. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane. Advance purchase tickets are Adults $10, Children/Seniors $5. At the door ticket price: $15 adults; $7 children | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
6:30 PM
to
7:15 PM |
Troy MacGillray and Kimberly Fraser in Concert
Special Family Performance by Cape Breton Fiddlers Troy MacGillivray and Kimberly Fraser bring musical magic from the Highlands to the Atheneum's Great Hall, 1 India Street. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
|
7:00 PM |
"The Pajama Game"
performed by the Nantucket High School Drama Club in the Nantucket High School auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets at the door. | |
| Saturday March 20, 2010 |
8:00 PM
to
9:15 PM |
Troy MacGillray and Kimberly Fraser in Concert
Cape Breton Fiddlers Troy MacGillivray and Kimberly Fraser bring musical magic from the Highlands to the Atheneum's Great Hall, 1 India Street. | |
| Sunday March 21, 2010 |
|
2:00 PM |
"The Pajama Game"
performed by the Nantucket High School Drama Club in the Nantucket High School auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. Tickets at the door: $12; $10 for students. | |
| Monday March 22, 2010 |
|
6:30 PM |
Poker Night
at the Rose & Crown, South Water Street. | |
| Tuesday March 23, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Nantucket Narratives Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families featuring stories and activities inspired by Nantucket. Join us and listen to an NHA educator share a story, or choose a book from our library of Nantucket tales to read on your own in the Discovery Room. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Story Time for Kids 18-36 months
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 30 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
Program limited to first 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Story Time for Ages 3 and Older
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 40 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and Older
Program limited to first 40 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Activities & Artifacts Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Each week features a different "Artifact of the Week" when children can see and touch authentic artifacts while wearing white curator's gloves. The afternoon will also offer hands-on activities inspired by the featured artifact. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
4:30 PM
to
7:00 PM |
"Four Easy Payments" perform live
at the Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
|
7:00 PM |
Seminar: Waste Reduction in the Home
Free 90-minute seminar on reduction of waste. Held at 10 Washington Street. | |
| Wednesday March 24, 2010 |
|
7:30 PM |
NHS Chorus and Band Concert
in the Nantucket High School auditorium, 10 Surfside Road. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Music in the Morning
A theme-based music program for children 2-5. Program is limited to the first 20 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM |
Food for Thought Series
Cecil Barron Jenson will speak about Nantucket art and artists in the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Bring a lunch and enjoy the free talk. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Island Explorations Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Explore Nantucket history through a variety of activities--try on colonial clothing, learn to tie knots, examine old Nantucket photographs, or read a book about Nantucket history. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
3:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Teen Cafe
Hang out with your friends, enjoy warm drinks, snacks, and relaxation. Play games, do homework, whatever - just come! Donations accepted to help pay for refreshments. For 8th - 12th graders. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner and Intermediate English Literary Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
8:30 PM |
Women's Chorus Rehearsal
The Women's Chorus of Nantucket will rehearse at the Unitarian Church Thursdays. The chorus sings jazz, pop, gospel, country, and world music. Conductor Marcia Hempel: 508-228-3802 | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Earth Got the Blues Perform Live
Hear this Chicago-style jazz band Thursday at The Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Thursday March 25, 2010 |
10:00 PM
to
1:00 AM |
Karaoke at The Rose & Crown
23 South Water Street. | |
| Friday March 26, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Film Showing: "The Garden"
Showing free of charge in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. Presented by Sustainable Nantucket & the Nantucket Atheneum. | |
| Friday March 26, 2010 |
8:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. | |
| Saturday March 27, 2010 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Flea Market Festival
Flea market, children's activities, local vendors, food & drink, $5,000 cash prize raffle, live music, games at Nantucket Lighthouse School, 1 Rugged Road. | |
| Saturday March 27, 2010 |
|
11:00 AM |
Exhibit Opening: "Gift of the Whale"
The NHA exhibit "Gift of the Whale: The Inupiat Bowhead Hunt, a Sacred Tradition" will open March 27 in the Peter Foulger Gallery of the Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. The exhibit will continue to June 10, 2010. | |
| Saturday March 27, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Free Teen Games Night
Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India St. Join us for a night of fun playing on our Wii and PS2 on the big screen. We've got Guitar Hero World Tour (with drums, guitar & microphone), Dance Dance Revolution, Wii Sports and many other games to choose from. We'll have stations for board and card games too. Bring a game from home that you'd like to share. We'll have refreshments too. | |
| Monday March 29, 2010 |
|
6:30 PM |
Poker Night
at the Rose & Crown, South Water Street. | |
| Tuesday March 30, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Nantucket Narratives Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families featuring stories and activities inspired by Nantucket. Join us and listen to an NHA educator share a story, or choose a book from our library of Nantucket tales to read on your own in the Discovery Room. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Story Time for Kids 18-36 months
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 30 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
11:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Free Story Time for Ages 3 and Older
Atheneum Gallery, 1 India Street. Space is limited to 40 attendees.
| |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
2:00 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Activities & Artifacts Day
Free hands-on program for school-age children and their families. Each week features a different "Artifact of the Week" when children can see and touch authentic artifacts while wearing white curator's gloves. The afternoon will also offer hands-on activities inspired by the featured artifact. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street, enter through the Discovery Room door. | |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
4:30 PM
to
7:00 PM |
"Four Easy Payments" perform live
at the Cisco Brewery, 5 Bartlett Farm Road | |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
7:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
"Coco before Chanel"
An international film showing free in the Great Hall of the Atheneum, 1 India Street. | |
| Wednesday March 31, 2010 |
|
7:00 PM |
Jane Condon in "Janie Unchained"
Winner of Audience Favorite-NY on NBC's Last Comic Standing will take you on her journey from blue-collar Brockton to upscale Greenwich. Suggested donation: $15 adults, $7.50 students. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. | |
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