| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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Drop Into the Teen Center!
Wednesdays 2-8 pm, Thursdays time TBA. Fridays, 6-10 pm. A great meeting place for teens of all ages. Games, computers, ultimate Frisbee & much more! Sponsored by Parks & Recreation Commission, Nantucket Teen Center, First Way. 508-325-5340. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
Whale Watch
Guaranteed whale sightings! For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions. www.ExploreNantucket.com |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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9:45 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Weekly Antique Specials
Stop by each week for a unique genre of antiques on sale. The Antiques Depot, 14 Easy St. NantucketAntiquesDepot.com. 508-228-1287. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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10:30 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Music & Movement for Ages 2-3
Songs, singing games, movement activities at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 24 attendees. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
0:15 AM |
Free Singing Games for Ages 4-7
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 20 children |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Family Nature Walk
Come take a walk of the UMass. Nantucket Field Station. Bring the family and your love of nature. Good walking shoes, binoculars, and water are recommended. Free and open to the public. Meet at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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7:00 PM |
Lecture by Vladimir Strelnitski
Strelnitski will discuss the question "Does the Universe Have a Goal?" For details and tickets: www.NantucketAtheneum.org or 508-228-1110. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
Early Clockmaking in Southeastern Mass.
Antique furniture and clock specialist Gary R. Sullivan will discuss various examples of antique clocks in Winterthur's traveling exhibition, including the tall case clock made by Nantucket genius Walter Folger Jr. Free for NHA members; $15 general public; $8 Children. Gosnell Hall, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Part of the NHA's Summer Lecture Series. |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
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8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
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| Wednesday July 1, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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9:00 AM |
"Wild" Historic Nantucket Walk
Each week explore a new topic with our naturalists. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Marine Ecology Walk
Offered by Maria Mitchell Assn. with The Trustees of Reservations at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. To register: 508-228-5387; $353 adults, $25 children |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and older
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 30 attendees. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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12:00 PM |
Noonday Concert
Half-hour concert featuring the Unitarian Church Choir singing Early American Music. Suggested donation $5. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
3:00 PM
to
5:30 PM |
Seal Cruise to Muskeget Island
Join Captain Blair Perkins as he offers expert narrative describing the flora, fauna and geology of our unique surroundings, and of course, see seals. For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions, Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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4:00 PM |
Popsicles - Children's Learn to Skate
Class for beginners ages 4-6 or those with little experience. 8 weeks. Nantucket Ice. 508-228-2516 or www.nantucketice.org |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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4:40 PM |
Basic Skills - Children's Learn to Skate
Class levels 1 Ð 8. Refine basic skills with focus on gliding, turning & edges, advancing to beginning jumps & spins. 8 weeks. 508-228-2516 or www.nantucketice.org |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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6:00 PM |
Beginner English Literacy Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Star Wars IV. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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7:30 PM |
SCPF Bicentennial Lecture
Featuring Rev. Gary Kowalski, speaking on "Revolutionary Spirits- Enlightened Faith of America's Founding Fathers." Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. $20 at the door, reception follows. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
8:00 PM
to
11:30 PM |
A Night of Jazz
Incredible entertainment with Richard Sylvester's Trip with David at the drums, inspiringe art, devastating drinks, awesome hors d'oeuvres and delectable desserts! 12 Upper Tawpashaw Road. Proceeds benefit A Safe Place. Tickets $45: 508-228-0561 |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
12:00 PM |
Jeff Ross Performs Live
at the Starlight Theatre and Cafe, 1 No Union Street. |
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| Thursday July 2, 2009 |
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10:00 PM |
Karaoke
Stand up & sing at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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8:00 AM |
"Birding Nantucket" Nature Walk
Tour birding hotspots around Nantucket. Participation Fee. Call to reserve space 508-228-9198. www.mmo.org |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
Whale Watch
Guaranteed whale sightings! For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions. www.ExploreNantucket.com |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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9:45 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
Exhibition Opens to Public
Harbor & Home: The Furniture of Southeastern Massachusetts, 1710-1850. In the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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10:00 AM |
Traveling Winterthur Exhibition Opens
"Harbor & Home provides a rich contextual examination of the cabinetmaking and clockmaking crafts of the Southeastern Massachusetts. Nantucket Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Exhibit continues through November 2 |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
|
10:30 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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12:15 PM |
Free Quarter Hour Concert
Short organ concert by organist Marcia Hempel at the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Oldest House Garden Tour
A narrative tour through the Nantucket Historical Assn.'s period 1700 kitchen garden at the Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. Admission $6; NHA members free. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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3:30 PM |
Family Fun Friday
Prepare to get dirty and explore while learning! Each week has a Nantucket natural area to visit. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
Grand Opening of Nantucket Artworks
Stop in and celebrate the grand opening of this new island source for art. 35 Centre Street. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Star Wars V. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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7:30 PM |
Shabbat Services and Speaker
at 11 Orange Street. Speaker: Warren Bass, Senior Policy Advisor to the US UN Ambassador Susan Rice. Congregation Shirat Ha Yam. www.ShiratHaYamNantucket.org |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
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8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
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| Friday July 3, 2009 |
|
10:00 PM |
Night of Retro Dance
to music of the 70s, 80s, and 90s at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
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Happy Independence Day
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM |
ACK Clean Team
Spend just one hour helping to clean up various parts of Nantucket. Rain or shine. Meet this week at Grand Union parking lot or at the I&M Building at the Rotary for out-of-town cleaning assignments. www.ackcleanteam.org.
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
St Mary's Church Summer Fair
Saint Mary's Summer fair has something for the whole family: food, raffles, silent auctions, book sales, "white Elephant" treasures, jewlery, toys, plants, fun. Come visit with your neighbors and friends. Held between Federal and Cambridge streets. |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
10:00 AM |
Independence Day Celebration
Annual Choral Reading of the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights, songs, organ music; a family event. 10 AM: Raffle drawing: Meeting House Steps. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Nantucket Farmers' & Artisans' Market
locally grown produce and handmade goods for sale. In the Dreamland back lot, corner of Oak and Easy streets. www.SustainableNantucket.org |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Seal Cruise to Muskeget Island
Join Captain Blair Perkins as he offers expert narrative describing the flora, fauna and geology of our unique surroundings, and of course, see seals. For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions, Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Rafael Osona Auction
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
9:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Main Street Events Begin
Celebrate Independence Day with watermelon and pie eating contests, a dunk tank, face painting, parades for children, and a waterfight at high noon! |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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|
| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Used Book Sale
Thousands of lightly used books in a variety of genres. $2 for hardcovers and $1 for paperbacks. All proceeds benefit the Atheneum. In the Atheneum Garden, 1 India Street. |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Star Wars VI. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
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8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
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| Saturday July 4, 2009 |
|
9:00 PM |
Fourth of July Fireworks
Show will be shot off from barges off Jetties Beach. Weather permitting (call 508-228-0925 at 6 pm if weather is questionable). Raindate is July 5 at 9 pm. |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
Whale Watch
Guaranteed whale sightings! For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions. www.ExploreNantucket.com |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM |
ACK Clean Team
Spend just one hour helping to clean up various parts of Nantucket. Rain or shine. Meet this week at the end of Nonantum Avenue for a special cleaning of Nobadeer Beach. www.ackcleanteam.org.
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|
| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
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9:00 AM |
Special Tour
Joint program with The Trustees of Reservations and Egan Maritime. Tour the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum along with the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Offered every Sunday thorugh October 11; limited space. $50 per person; Egan Maritime members $35; children ages 9-12 $15. |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
11:00 AM
to
3:00 PM |
Family Day and Book Launch
At the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. Families can enjoy the museum and be present for the launch of a new Mill Hill press book: "Coffin's Ghost" by Whitney Stewart. $10 family admission; free to Egan Maritime members. |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Sunday July 5, 2009 |
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7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing High School Musical. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Seal Cruise to Muskeget Island
Join Captain Blair Perkins as he offers expert narrative describing the flora, fauna and geology of our unique surroundings, and of course, see seals. For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions, Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
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9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
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10:00 AM |
MMA Aquarium "Marine Ecology Walk"
Catch, sort, and ID marine life with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
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12:15 PM |
Musical Mondays
Performance by the Nantucket School of Music Fiddle Camp; admission by donation. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:00 PM |
Public Skate at Nantucket Ice
Skate Rentals Available. Call for additional sessions. 508-228-2516 or www.nantucketice.org |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
|
5:30 PM |
Adult Learn to Skate Clinic
One hour Drop in Skating Clinic at Nantucket Ice. 508-228-2516 or www.nantucketice.org |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Lecture by Toots Zynsky
Zynsky will discuss her highly regarded glass art. For details and tickets: www.NantucketAtheneum.org or 508-228-1110. |
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| Monday July 6, 2009 |
8:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Poker at the Rose & Crown
Try your luck & skill at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Monday July 6, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
3:30 AM
to
4:30 PM |
Author Visit: Whitney Stewart
Stewart will discuss her new book "Coffin's Ghost." Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. Limited to first 40 attendees. |
|
| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
Bird & Garden Walk
Explore the flora and bird species of Nantucket's Historic District. Maria Mitchell Assn. Meet at the Natural Science Museum, corner of Milk & Vestal Sts. $15 adults, $10 child, free to members. MMO.org, 508-228-9198. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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|
| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
12:30 PM |
Seal Cruise to Muskeget Island
Join Captain Blair Perkins as he offers expert narrative describing the flora, fauna and geology of our unique surroundings, and of course, see seals. For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions, Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
|
| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:15 PM |
Author Visit: Whitney Stewart
Free and open to the public; refreshments. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
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2:00 PM |
MMA Beachcombing Walk
Stroll Nantucket's beaches to identify shells & other treasures. Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St. Participation Fee. Pre-registration required: 508-228-5387. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
3:30 PM
to
4:30 PM |
Middle School Book Club
New members welcome. Pizza and refreshments. Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
6:15 PM
to
7:15 PM |
Free Yoga for Teens
Yoga class for ages 12 to 18. No reservation required, but class size is limited to first 15 students. In the gallery at the Atheneum. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
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7:00 PM |
Nantucket Bookworks Launch Event!
Elin Hilderbrand's newest bestseller: The Castaways. Hendrix Hall, Unitarian Church. Preorder your copy at 508-228-4000. Nantucketbookworks.com. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
7:30 PM |
Choir of Christ's College in Concert
The Choir of Christ's College, University of Cambridge, UK, will perform live in the First Congregational Chursh, 62 Centre Street. Tickets $20; $15 for students & seniors. |
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| Tuesday July 7, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
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| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
2:00 PM |
Whale Watch
Guaranteed whale sightings! For reservations: 508-228-7037. Shearwater Excursions. www.ExploreNantucket.com |
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| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
|
9:45 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Music & Movement for Ages 2-3
Songs, singing games, movement activities at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 24 attendees. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
|
10:30 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
0:15 AM |
Free Singing Games for Ages 4-7
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 20 children |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Family Nature Walk
Come take a walk of the UMass. Nantucket Field Station. Bring the family and your love of nature. Good walking shoes, binoculars, and water are recommended. Free and open to the public. Meet at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Decorative Arts Family Festival
A day of activities for the entire family in celebration of Nantucket's Decorative Arts. Visit the Whaling Museum to meet artisans, tour the galleries, and create your own works of art to take home. Free for NHA members; $15 general public. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Free Children's Concert: Susan Salidor & Mollie Glazer
Susan Salidor, award winning children's music composer and performer returns to Nantucket for a children's concert. She will team up with local cellist Mollie Glazer. In the Atheneum Garden. Rain location: Great Hall. All ages, no reservation required. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
|
4:00 PM |
Fashion Camp for Children with Autism & Special Needs
Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center is offering Cheryl Fudge Fashion Camp for kids over the age of six. The free classes are one hour long, and registration is first-come, first served . To register, contact Kim Horyn, Director, Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center, khoryn@autismspeaks.org, 646-341-3043. |
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| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:00 PM |
Harbor Tour and Ice Cream Cruise
Take a harbor tour ice cream cruise with Shearwater Excursions: 508-228-7037. Departs from Town Pier Dock, 34 Washington St. www.explorenantucket.com |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
Singer/Songwriter Night
Jess Clemons from 5:30 to 6:30 pm; Amy England from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Bring a snack and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
8:00 PM
to
9:30 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Film Series
"Top Hat" film will be shown in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 8, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
"Wild" Historic Nantucket Walk
Each week explore a new topic with our naturalists. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Marine Ecology Walk
Offered by Maria Mitchell Assn. with The Trustees of Reservations at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. To register: 508-228-5387; $353 adults, $25 children |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
9:45 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
10:30 AM |
A Pirate Adventure for Children Aboard the Endeavor
Appropriate for ages 3-6. Sail under the jolly roger, fire the cannon and follow the treasure map to pirate booty. $25 per person. At least 1 adult must accompany child. Reservations required. Slip #1015, Straight Wharf, 508-228-5585. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and older
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 30 attendees. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
12:00 PM |
Noonday Concert
Half-hour concert featuring Matt Hutchinson, jazz pianist. Suggested donation $5. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Decorative Arts Family Festival
A day of activities for the entire family in celebration of Nantucket's Decorative Arts. Visit the Whaling Museum to meet artisans, tour the galleries, and create your own works of art to take home. Free for NHA members; $15 general public. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
Designing with Heirloom Plants
Joy Cowan will share ideas on using heirloom plants in landscape gardening. Learn about plant selection and placement to create that enchanting old fashioned look in your garden. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union Street. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner English Literacy Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Solar Thermal Systems on Nantucket
Thomas Barnes and Rob Andersen of Nantucket Alternative Energy Collaborative
A presentation on using the sun to heat space and hot water. Tom and Rob will cover many factors of design and installation for homes and businesses on the island. They will also include discussion of various systems already installed on Nantucket. Part of the Greening Nantucket Indoor Series. CPS Cafeteria, 10 Surfside Road |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Footloose. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Paul Connors Performs
Connors will present a tribute to African-American composers to jazz at the African Meeting House, York Street. |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
7:30 PM |
SCPF Bicentennial Lecture Series
Featuring Peter Beinart, Journalist and Commentator, CNN, MSNBC, and PBS. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Thursday July 9, 2009 |
|
10:00 PM |
Karaoke
Stand up & sing at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
"Birding Nantucket" Nature Walk
Tour birding hotspots around Nantucket. Participation Fee. Call to reserve space 508-228-9198. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Cosmic Creations for Ages 4 to 8
Class is limited to the first 15 children. In the gallery at the Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Free Quarter Hour Concert
Short organ concert by organist Marcia Hempel at the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Oldest House Garden Tour
A narrative tour through the Nantucket Historical Assn.'s period 1700 kitchen garden at the Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. Admission $6; NHA members free. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
3:30 PM |
Family Fun Friday
Prepare to get dirty and explore while learning! Each week has a Nantucket natural area to visit. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
5:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
The Roaring 20s Gala
to benefit the Nantucket AIDS Network; cocktails, silent auction, live auction, dinner, dancing at the White Elephant. Tickets; 508-228-3955. www.NantucketAids.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
7:30 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Film Series
"Tales of Beatrix Potter" film will be shown in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Bolt. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
7:30 PM |
Shabbat Services and Speaker
at 11 Orange Street. Speaker: Peter Beinart: Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations; TV. Congregation Shirat Ha Yam. www.ShiratHaYamNantucket.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 10, 2009 |
|
10:00 PM |
Night of Retro Dance
to music of the 70s, 80s, and 90s at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM |
ACK Clean Team
Spend just one hour helping to clean up various parts of Nantucket. Rain or shine. Meet this week at Grand Union parking lot or at Codfish Park beach parking area for Sconset cleaning assignments. www.ackcleanteam.org.
|
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Nantucket Farmers' & Artisans' Market
locally grown produce and handmade goods for sale. In the Dreamland back lot, corner of Oak and Easy streets. www.SustainableNantucket.org |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Rafael Osona Auction
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
|
12:00 PM |
Nantucket Triathlon
We are thrilled to bring back a true premiere multi-sport race to the island - an event worthy of the natural resources and facilities that Nantucket has to offer. www.acktri.com |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
45th Annual Green Thumb Flower Show Preview Party
at the Nantucket New School, 15 Nobadeer Farm Road. Nantucket Garden Club. Tickets $50. 508-228-1158. |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Jonas Brothers Concert 3. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Saturday July 11, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
|
|
5th Annual Nantucket Shakespeare Festival
a week of performances, lectures, children's programs, film, and music. Full program TBA. www.nantucketartscouncil.org |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
Special Tour
Joint program with The Trustees of Reservations and Egan Maritime. Tour the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum along with the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Offered every Sunday thorugh October 11; limited space. $50 per person; Egan Maritime members $35; children ages 9-12 $15. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
45th Annual Green Thumb Flower Show
at the Nantucket New School, 15 Nobadeer Farm Road. Nantucket Garden Club. All exhibits judged to the standards of The Garden Club of America. Public welcome to enter. No admission. 508-228-1158. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
3:00 PM |
Jewelry Show and Sale
Christie Lefebvre: Ms. Lefebvre is a handcrafted designer of jewelry and accessories on island. Stones featured from Africa, Cape Verde, and the Wampanoag's: Kyanite, Agate, Garnet, Rubies, Sapphire, Glass blown trading beads, shells, and more. White and gold precious metals; all affordable pricing. African Meeting House, York Street. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
|
3:00 PM |
Jazz Under the Dome
Featuring the Matt Hutchinson Trio withan introduction by Music Director Marcia Hempel playing the St. LouisBlues on the Goodrich organ. A reception will follow The event is being presented jointly by the Nantucket Jazz Club and the Unitarian Church Music Department. Procedes will go to the South Church Preservation Organ Fund. Tickets are $25 in advance at Bookworks on Broad St. or $30 at the doorr. Students & children free. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Boys & Girls Club Annual Clambake
A traditional New England Clambake at Jetties Beach to benefit the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club. For tickets: 508-228-1845. |
|
| Sunday July 12, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Casa Blanca. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
MMA Aquarium "Marine Ecology Walk"
Catch, sort, and ID marine life with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Musical Mondays
Performances by Students and Faculty of Nantucket School of Music; admission by donation. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Shakespeare Lecture
by Professor Marjorie Garber in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
8:00 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Poker at the Rose & Crown
Try your luck & skill at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Monday July 13, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
Bird & Garden Walk
Explore the flora and bird species of Nantucket's Historic District. Maria Mitchell Assn. Meet at the Natural Science Museum, corner of Milk & Vestal Sts. $15 adults, $10 child, free to members. MMO.org, 508-228-9198. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
1:00 PM |
Guided Tree Tour
Join the NLC for a guided tour of the downtown trees and take home a brochure, funded in part by the Nantucket Garden Club, that lists 8 specimens found in town. The brochure includes a brief history of our trees, a map of particularly spectacular trees and includes photos and illustrations of each species' canopy, bark, and leaves. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
MMA Beachcombing Walk
Stroll Nantucket's beaches to identify shells & other treasures. Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St. Participation Fee. Pre-registration required: 508-228-5387. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
4:00 PM |
Spriggs Lecture: Joanne Melish
Joanne MelishÑ"Slavery, Emancipation, and Race in Massachusetts" Dr. Melish is Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky, Lexington; History Department at the African Meeting House, York Street. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
Cussing, Conversations, & Consequences
Free presentation on becoming a more effective parent of your Tweens and Teens. In the CPS Conference Room, 10 Surfside Road. Discussion and DVD presented by Mary H. Michetti, MA, LMHC,in affiliation with A Safe Place, Inc., and the Nantucket Community School
Register by email at: mecklerm@nps.k12.ma.us |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
6:15 PM
to
7:15 PM |
Free Yoga for Teens
Yoga class for ages 12 to 18. No reservation required, but class size is limited to first 15 students. In the gallery at the Atheneum. |
|
| Tuesday July 14, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Music & Movement for Ages 2-3
Songs, singing games, movement activities at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 24 attendees. |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
0:15 AM |
Free Singing Games for Ages 4-7
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 20 children |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Family Nature Walk
Come take a walk of the UMass. Nantucket Field Station. Bring the family and your love of nature. Good walking shoes, binoculars, and water are recommended. Free and open to the public. Meet at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Summer Socials for A Safe Place - Social Savvy for the Younger Set
Your children will find this lesson easy to swallow! At a very proper lunch in the beautiful clubhouse at the Great Harbor Yacht Club, your children will compete for prizes as they lean dining etiquette, why etiquette and good manners are important, how to be considerate of other people and much more. For children ages 8 to 14. $45 for first child in family, $30 for others. www.ASafePlaceNantucket.org |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Drawn to Whales
Join chanteyman and award-winning illustrator Don Sineti as he uses art and music to teach children of all ages about whales. Free for NHA members; $15 general public; $8 Children. Candle Factory, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
A Capella/Musical Night
Featuring the cast of "Your a Good Man Charlie Brown" and the Cobbletones. Bring a snack and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
8:00 PM |
Family Concert with Don Sineti
Mystic Seaport's Don Sineti uses traditional instruments to share sailors' songs and chanteys that chronicle life on the high seas. Free for NHA members; $15 general public; $8 Children. Candle Factory, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Film Series
"White Nights" film will be shown in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 15, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
8:30 AM |
Summer Kitchens Pre-Tour Breakfast
A special pre-tour breakfast and lecture before the NPT's Fifth Annual Summer Kitchens Tour will be held at Figs at 29 Fair Street. Combination tickets to the breakfast, lecture, and the tour are $75. 508-228-1387 or www.nantucketpreservation.org. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
"Wild" Historic Nantucket Walk
Each week explore a new topic with our naturalists. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Marine Ecology Walk
Offered by Maria Mitchell Assn. with The Trustees of Reservations at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. To register: 508-228-5387; $353 adults, $25 children |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Summer Kitchens
The NPT's Fifth Annual Summer Kitchens Tour will highlight kitchens in the historic Fair Street neighborhood. Each year this special event illustrates how historic homes can be sensitively updated or historic kitchens incorporated into everyday life. The tour also will highlight local chefs who will demonstrate a favorite recipe and provide treats for the participants along the way. Tickets $40; for details visit www.NantucketPreservation.org or call 508-228-1387. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and older
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 30 attendees. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
12:00 PM |
Noonday Concert
Half-hour concert featuring Mollie Glazer, viola da gamba. Suggested donation $5. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Drawn to Whales
Join chanteyman and award-winning illustrator Don Sineti as he uses art and music to teach children of all ages about whales. Free for NHA members; $15 general public; $8 Children. Candle Factory, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
Knowing Antique Lightship Baskets
Learn what to look for when buying an antique Lightship basket: color, condition, makers, and details that make a difference in the value. Collector, appraiser, and historian Rafael Osona will lead this discussion. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
A Summer Garden Party
wine and hors d'oeuvres with silent auction and live music in the secret garden of Moors End, 19 Pleasant Street. Benefits The Homestead. Tickets: 508-228-1135 |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner English Literacy Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Free Beekeeping Talk
Learn from Dave Berry about beekkeeping. Part of the Greening Nantucket Indoor Series. CPS Cafeteria, 10 Surfside Road |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Grease. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
History of Photography, The Classical Era
A Slide-Illustrated Lecture by Lauri Robertson, Nantucket Photographer. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Thursday July 16, 2009 |
|
10:00 PM |
Karaoke
Stand up & sing at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
"Birding Nantucket" Nature Walk
Tour birding hotspots around Nantucket. Participation Fee. Call to reserve space 508-228-9198. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Cosmic Creations for Ages 4 to 8
Class is limited to the first 15 children. In the gallery at the Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Free Quarter Hour Concert
Short organ concert by organist Marcia Hempel at the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Oldest House Garden Tour
A narrative tour through the Nantucket Historical Assn.'s period 1700 kitchen garden at the Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. Admission $6; NHA members free. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
3:30 PM |
Family Fun Friday
Prepare to get dirty and explore while learning! Each week has a Nantucket natural area to visit. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
Flora, Fun and Fashion
The secret rose garden at Mrs. Whitney's Moors End is the perfect location for our summer evening cocktail party and fashion show! Come and peek inside the most classic walled rose garden on Nantucket. Cocktails from Cisco and hors d'oeuvres from LoLa 41 with fun fashions from currentVintage, Cheryl Fudge, Blu, Legends and Peter Beaton. Tickets $75 at A Safe Place. www.ASafePlaceNantucket.org; 508-228-0561 |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing The Muppet Movie. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
7:30 PM |
Shabbat Services and Speaker
at 11 Orange Street. Speaker: Rabbi Miriyam Glazer: Professor of Literature & Communication, American Jewish University. Congregation Shirat Ha Yam. www.ShiratHaYamNantucket.org |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Lecture by Doris Kearns Goodwin
This well-known presidential historian will speak as part of the 2009 Geschke Lecture Series. Tickets $25, available July 1. www.NantucketAtheneum.org or 508-228-1110. |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 17, 2009 |
|
10:00 PM |
Night of Retro Dance
to music of the 70s, 80s, and 90s at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
Race for Open Space
This 5 K race-walk benefits Nantucket Conservation Foundation. Entry fee of $40 (includes $25 donation to NCF's Land Fund). www.nantucketconservation.com. Call 508-228-2884 for info. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM |
ACK Clean Team
Spend just one hour helping to clean up various parts of Nantucket. Rain or shine. Meet this week at Grand Union parking lot or at entrance to Dionis Beach for cleaning assignments. www.ackcleanteam.org.
|
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
1:00 PM |
Ellen J. Goldberg Elegant Tag Sale
This two day tag sale will include "lightly" used clothes, decorative and fashion accessories, art, books, toys and home furnishings, etc. The Ellen J. Goldberg Memorial Fund at the Nantucket Atheneum was established by Ellen's family and friends in 2006 after she passed away from her courageous battle with ovarian cancer. The contributions to the memorial fund are directed to teen programs and services offered by the Atheneum. Tag sale will be held across from The Beachside on North Beach Street. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Nantucket Farmers' & Artisans' Market
locally grown produce and handmade goods for sale. In the Dreamland back lot, corner of Oak and Easy streets. www.SustainableNantucket.org |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
9:30 AM
to
1:00 PM |
Annual Summer Fair
Come join us for our annual fair at 9 East Creek Road! Dog Show (registration at 9:30 - fee $5.00), Plants, Baked Goods, Furniture, Silent Auction, Raffle, Tarot Cards, Childrens Games, Tattoos, Balloons, Lunch, Music. This Fair benefits the Our Island Home. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Rafael Osona Auction
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
6:00 PM
to
10:00 PM |
Annual VFW Carnival
food, rides, fun for all ages. At the end of Tom Nevers Road. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Confessions of a Shopaholic. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Saturday July 18, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Sunday July 19, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
Special Tour
Joint program with The Trustees of Reservations and Egan Maritime. Tour the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum along with the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Offered every Sunday thorugh October 11; limited space. $50 per person; Egan Maritime members $35; children ages 9-12 $15. |
|
| Sunday July 19, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
1:00 PM |
Ellen J. Goldberg Elegant Tag Sale
This two day tag sale will include "lightly" used clothes, decorative and fashion accessories, art, books, toys and home furnishings, etc. The Ellen J. Goldberg Memorial Fund at the Nantucket Atheneum was established by Ellen's family and friends in 2006 after she passed away from her courageous battle with ovarian cancer. The contributions to the memorial fund are directed to teen programs and services offered by the Atheneum. Tag sale will be held across from The Beachside on North Beach Street. |
|
| Sunday July 19, 2009 |
4:30 PM
to
6:00 PM |
Family Adventure at the Oldest House
Families with children ages 12 and under are invited to the Oldest House to join in the fun of a scavenger hunt and traditional colonial games, followed by a picnic reception. Hosted by the NHA Family Associates. Prepayment and registration: 508-228-1894 or visit www.nha.org.
NHA Membership required. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill Lane. |
|
| Sunday July 19, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing: The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
MMA Aquarium "Marine Ecology Walk"
Catch, sort, and ID marine life with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Musical Mondays
Performances by Students and Faculty of Nantucket School of Music; admission by donation. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Lecture by Craig Symonds
For details and tickets: www.NantucketAtheneum.org or 508-228-1110. |
|
| Monday July 20, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
Bird & Garden Walk
Explore the flora and bird species of Nantucket's Historic District. Maria Mitchell Assn. Meet at the Natural Science Museum, corner of Milk & Vestal Sts. $15 adults, $10 child, free to members. MMO.org, 508-228-9198. |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Baskets and Bubbly Silent Auction and Preview
Join us at the Museum and be ahead of the crowd. Our Silent Auction & Preview provides an opportunity for those who are interested in casting a silent bid or just want a "sneek peek" before the BIF DAY. "Buy It Now" option available on many silent auction items. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
MMA Beachcombing Walk
Stroll Nantucket's beaches to identify shells & other treasures. Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St. Participation Fee. Pre-registration required: 508-228-5387. |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
6:15 PM
to
7:15 PM |
Free Yoga for Teens
Yoga class for ages 12 to 18. No reservation required, but class size is limited to first 15 students. In the gallery at the Atheneum. |
|
| Tuesday July 21, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Trivia Night
Test your knowledge at the Rose & Crown, 23 South Water Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Social Security Rep. On-Island
Representatives from the Social Security Administration Offices will be at the Saltmarsh Center on Washington Street Ext. to meet with individuals on a first-come, first-served basis. 1-508-775-7501. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Baskets and Bubbly Silent Auction and Preview
Join us at the Museum and be ahead of the crowd. Our Silent Auction & Preview provides an opportunity for those who are interested in casting a silent bid or just want a "sneek peek" before the BIF DAY. "Buy It Now" option available on many silent auction items. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Music & Movement for Ages 2-3
Songs, singing games, movement activities at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 24 attendees. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
0:15 AM |
Free Singing Games for Ages 4-7
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 20 children |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Family Nature Walk
Come take a walk of the UMass. Nantucket Field Station. Bring the family and your love of nature. Good walking shoes, binoculars, and water are recommended. Free and open to the public. Meet at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:30 PM |
Social Security Rep. On-Island
Representatives from the Social Security Administration Offices will be at the Saltmarsh Center on Washington Street Ext. to meet with individuals on a first-come, first-served basis. 1-508-775-7501. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
Jazz Night
Kerry Fee Trio 5:30 to 6:30 pm; Bob Lehman Trio from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Bring a snack and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Film Series
"An American in Paris" film will be shown in the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Wednesday July 22, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
6:00 PM |
Nantucket Lighthouse School Garden Festival
Gardening seminars, workshops, contests, lectures, tours, and more. special events feature gardening luminaries. Exhibits will feature rare and unusual plants as well as garden accoutrements. Children's programs. www.NantucketLighthouseSchool.org/gardenfest. 508-228-0427 |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
"Wild" Historic Nantucket Walk
Each week explore a new topic with our naturalists. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Marine Ecology Walk
Offered by Maria Mitchell Assn. with The Trustees of Reservations at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. To register: 508-228-5387; $353 adults, $25 children |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Baskets and Bubbly Silent Auction and Preview
Join us at the Museum and be ahead of the crowd. Our Silent Auction & Preview provides an opportunity for those who are interested in casting a silent bid or just want a "sneek peek" before the BIF DAY. "Buy It Now" option available on many silent auction items. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and older
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 30 attendees. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
12:00 PM |
Noonday Concert
Half-hour concert featuring the Kerry Fee Trio, students from Berklee School of Music. Suggested donation $5. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
"Remembering Reggie"
Join Karol Lindquist, award winning basket maker, as she reminisces about the 30 years she spent apprenticing to and working with Reggie Reed. Reggie, a noted basket maker and inventor, was a local legend who died earlier this year. Learn about his life, what it was like to work with him and gain an insider's view on the art of basket making. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union Street. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
2:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hearts and Crafts - Children's Event
Take a break from the beach and let your children express their creativity with a selection of craft projects sure to inspire love and kindness. Children will leave with several unique keepsakes to share with family and friends. Great for ages 5 - 11 but all are welcome! in the Garden at St. Paul's, Fair Street. Tickets $25 for first child in family and $15 for each additional. A Safe Place. www.ASafePlaceNantucket.org; 508-228-0561 |
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| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
4:00 PM
to
5:15 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Lecture/Demonstration
Nantucket Atheneum Dance Festival Artistic Director Benjamin Millepied presents a ballet lecture/demonstration. Free. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner English Literacy Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Free Conservation Foundation Lecture
Come hear about and see examples of what motivated full-time and seasonal islanders to work on various approaches that have, to-date, conserved approximately 45% of the islandâs land area. An informative presentation in words and pictures by Nantucket Conservation Foundation. Part of the Greening Nantucket Indoor Series. NHS LGI room, 10 Surfside Road. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Lecture: Nantucket's Art
Talk by Reggie Levine and Ben Simons at The Coffin School, 4 Winter Street. Admission $5; free to Egan Maritime members. |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Yellow Submarine. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
History of Photography, The Modern Era
A Slide-Illustrated Lecture by Lauri Robertson, Nantucket Photographer. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
|
| Thursday July 23, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
"Birding Nantucket" Nature Walk
Tour birding hotspots around Nantucket. Participation Fee. Call to reserve space 508-228-9198. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
4:00 PM |
Baskets and Bubbly Silent Auction and Preview
Join us at the Museum and be ahead of the crowd. Our Silent Auction & Preview provides an opportunity for those who are interested in casting a silent bid or just want a "sneek peek" before the BIF DAY. "Buy It Now" option available on many silent auction items. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
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| Friday July 24, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Cosmic Creations for Ages 4 to 8
Class is limited to the first 15 children. In the gallery at the Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Free Quarter Hour Concert
Short organ concert by organist Marcia Hempel at the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Oldest House Garden Tour
A narrative tour through the Nantucket Historical Assn.'s period 1700 kitchen garden at the Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. Admission $6; NHA members free. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
3:30 PM |
Family Fun Friday
Prepare to get dirty and explore while learning! Each week has a Nantucket natural area to visit. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
6:30 PM
to
8:30 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Performance
The Nantucket Atheneum presents a company of dazzling star dancers from the world's best companies who will perform a program of ballet and modern dance. The event features principal, soloist and corps de ballet dancers from the American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Pacific Northwest Ballet. Tickets on sale July 1st. Visit www.nantucketatheneum.org for tickets and information. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Madagascar 2. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 24, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM |
ACK Clean Team
Spend just one hour helping to clean up various parts of Nantucket. Rain or shine. Meet this week at Grand Union parking lot or at the very end of Madaket Road where Westender used to be for cleaning assignments. www.ackcleanteam.org.
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|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Nantucket Farmers' & Artisans' Market
locally grown produce and handmade goods for sale. In the Dreamland back lot, corner of Oak and Easy streets. www.SustainableNantucket.org |
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| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
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|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
Fashion Camp for Children with Autism & Special Needs
Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center is offering Cheryl Fudge Fashion Camp for kids over the age of six. The free classes are one hour long, and registration is first-come, first served . To register, contact Kim Horyn, Director, Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center, khoryn@autismspeaks.org, 646-341-3043. |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:30 AM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Free Youth Master Class
A free master Ballet class for students up to 18 years old with at least two years experience.
The class will be taught by festival artistic director Benjamin Millepied, principal dancer for the New York City Ballet and a gifted choregrapher. Registration is required, please call 508-228-1110 ext 107. |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
1:00 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Free Youth Master Class
A free master Ballet class for students up to 18 years old with at least two years experience.
The class will be taught by festival artistic director Benjamin Millepied, principal dancer for the New York City Ballet and a gifted choregrapher. Registration is required, please call 508-228-1110 ext 107. |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Coraline. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
7:30 PM
to
9:00 PM |
Atheneum Dance Festival Performance
The Nantucket Atheneum presents a company of dazzling star dancers from the world's best companies who will perform a program of ballet and modern dance. The event features principal, soloist and corps de ballet dancers from the American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Pacific Northwest Ballet. Tickets on sale July 1st. Visit www.nantucketatheneum.org for tickets and information. |
|
| Saturday July 25, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Sunday July 26, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
Special Tour
Joint program with The Trustees of Reservations and Egan Maritime. Tour the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum along with the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge and Great Point. Offered every Sunday thorugh October 11; limited space. $50 per person; Egan Maritime members $35; children ages 9-12 $15. |
|
| Sunday July 26, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
Free Invasive Species Walk
Learn to identify invasive plant species. By knowing which species are native to Nantucket and which are threatening natural ecosystems, you can help prevent the spread of invasive plants. Join the Nantucket Invasive Species Committee for a tour of invasive plants in downtown Sconset. Part of the Greening Nantucket Outdoor Series. Meet in front of Sconset Market |
|
| Sunday July 26, 2009 |
|
11:00 AM |
Baskets and Bubbly Champagne Brunch and Auction
Great Harbor Yacht Club This event is noted for its food, fun and great company. The auction will be conducted by local favorite Rafael Osona and features one of a kind baskets and basket-related items. Reservations required and tickets are available at the Museum. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
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| Sunday July 26, 2009 |
|
4:00 PM |
200th Anniversary Celebration and Choral Concert
Premier performance of Choral Works composed for the Unitarian Church Choir by Barbara Elder. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
|
| Sunday July 26, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Roman Holiday. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
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| Monday July 27, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
|
10:00 AM |
MMA Aquarium "Marine Ecology Walk"
Catch, sort, and ID marine life with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Musical Mondays
Performances by Students and Faculty of Nantucket School of Music; admission by donation. Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. |
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
|
5:00 PM |
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"
Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at Bennett Hall, Centre Street. www.NantucketDreamland.org. Tickets $17 adults; $15 children. |
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Monday July 27, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
|
Nantucket Comedy Festival
Five nights of comedy at venues around town and at Jetties Beach. Visit nantucketcomedyfestival.org for details as plans become finalized. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
Bird & Garden Walk
Explore the flora and bird species of Nantucket's Historic District. Maria Mitchell Assn. Meet at the Natural Science Museum, corner of Milk & Vestal Sts. $15 adults, $10 child, free to members. MMO.org, 508-228-9198. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Storytime for Ages 18-36 months
in the Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Program limited to first 30 attendees.
|
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
1:00 PM |
Guided Tree Tour
Join the NLC for a guided tour of the downtown trees and take home a brochure, funded in part by the Nantucket Garden Club, that lists 8 specimens found in town. The brochure includes a brief history of our trees, a map of particularly spectacular trees and includes photos and illustrations of each species' canopy, bark, and leaves. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
MMA Beachcombing Walk
Stroll Nantucket's beaches to identify shells & other treasures. Maria Mitchell Aquarium, 28 Washington St. Participation Fee. Pre-registration required: 508-228-5387. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
|
5:00 PM |
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"
Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at Bennett Hall, Centre Street. www.NantucketDreamland.org. Tickets $17 adults; $15 children. |
|
| Tuesday July 28, 2009 |
6:15 PM
to
7:15 PM |
Free Yoga for Teens
Yoga class for ages 12 to 18. No reservation required, but class size is limited to first 15 students. In the gallery at the Atheneum. |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Music & Movement for Ages 2-3
Songs, singing games, movement activities at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 24 attendees. |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
0:15 AM |
Free Singing Games for Ages 4-7
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 20 children |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
12:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Family Nature Walk
Come take a walk of the UMass. Nantucket Field Station. Bring the family and your love of nature. Good walking shoes, binoculars, and water are recommended. Free and open to the public. Meet at UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
|
5:00 PM |
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"
Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at Bennett Hall, Centre Street. www.NantucketDreamland.org. Tickets $17 adults; $15 children. |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
5:30 PM
to
7:30 PM |
Classical Night
Shea Fee and Alex Kopko Feat Samantha Reis 5:30 to 6:30 pm; Rob Behrman & Arman Ghazaryan from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Bring a snack and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Wednesday July 29, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
9:00 AM |
"Wild" Historic Nantucket Walk
Each week explore a new topic with our naturalists. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Carnivorous Critters
Before the MMA Natural Science Museum opens to the public, join us to observe the feeding habits of the turtles, frogs, fish, snakes and more! $5 members, $10 non-members. Space is limited: 508-228-0890. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Marine Ecology Walk
Offered by Maria Mitchell Assn. with The Trustees of Reservations at the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge. To register: 508-228-5387; $353 adults, $25 children |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview - Annual Americana, Continental, Fine Art, and Marine Auction
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
11:30 AM
to
12:00 PM |
Free Storytime for Ages 3 and older
at the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. Limited to first 30 attendees. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
12:00 PM |
Noonday Concert
Half-hour concert featuring The Cobbletones, men's a cappella doo-wop singing group. Suggested donation $5. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
4:00 PM |
Hands on History - for Kids from 5 to 12
an educational crafts program designed for ages 5 to 12. Presented daily in the Whaling Museum's Discovery Room. Free with purchase of an entrance ticket or a Museum membership. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
1:00 PM |
Polpis Water Sampling
Learn about water quality on Nantucket! Join the Nantucket Land Council, and Dr. Sarah Oktay of the UMass Field Station for one of these field trips to Polpis Harbor. Water samples will be collected and then the testing process will be demonstrated at the UMass Field Station. Part of the Greening Nantucket Outdoor Series. Registration: 508-228-2818 or nic@nantucket.net |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
1:30 PM |
Fishing with Kids
Special fishing trip offered by The Trustees of Reservations and The Maria Mitchell Assoc. Every Thursday at 1:30 pm. For reservations, call 508-228-9198. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
2:00 PM |
Woodworking in Basketry with Tom Parsons
Woodworking is an integral part of lightship basketry. Tim Parson, basket maker, carver and exotic wood enthusiast, discusses a variety of woods, their qualities and includes a mini-lathe demonstration that will appeal to both woodworking and lightship basket devotees. The Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. 508-228-1177 www.nantucketlightshipbasketmuseum.org |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
4:30 PM |
Daytime NHA Walking Tours
Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum. 13 Broad Street. Tickets $10 adults, $4 children (ages 6Ð17). Free for NHA members. Depart Mon-Sat at 4:30 during July & August. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
5:00 PM |
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"
Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at Bennett Hall, Centre Street. www.NantucketDreamland.org. Tickets $17 adults; $15 children. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Beginner English Literacy Classes
for those seeking to improve their English skills. At the Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India Street. No fee. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
6:00 PM |
Free Talk on Dark Night Sky
Learn how lighting can cause light pollution and the remedy for it during this talk by MMA's Vladimir Strelnitski. Part of the Greening Nantucket Indoor Series. CPS Cafeteria, 10 Surfside Road. |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Hello Dolly. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
History of Photography, Contemporary Trends
A Slide-Illustrated Lecture by Lauri Robertson, Nantucket Photographer. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street |
|
| Thursday July 30, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
8:00 AM |
"Birding Nantucket" Nature Walk
Tour birding hotspots around Nantucket. Participation Fee. Call to reserve space 508-228-9198. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
9:30 AM |
Feeding Frenzy
Join Aquarium staff as they feed 50+ species of fish and other marine life before the Aquarium opens to the public. Limit 12. Call 508-228-0898 to register. $5 members, $10 non-members.
|
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
10:00 AM
to
5:00 PM |
Rafael Osona Auction Preview - Annual Americana. Comtinental, Fine Art, and Marine Auction
featuring Americana, English furniture, accessories, fine arts, Nantucket baskets, sterling, Oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime, folk art and more. Rafael Osona Auctions, American Legion Hall, 21 Washington St. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
10:30 AM
to
11:00 AM |
Free Cosmic Creations for Ages 4 to 8
Class is limited to the first 15 children. In the gallery at the Atheneum, 1 India Street. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
11:00 AM |
NPT Annual Meeting
Brian Pfieffer: "Why Preservation makes Sense In The Present Economic
Environment, Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
12:15 PM |
Free Quarter Hour Concert
Short organ concert by organist Marcia Hempel at the Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
1:00 PM
to
2:00 PM |
Oldest House Garden Tour
A narrative tour through the Nantucket Historical Assn.'s period 1700 kitchen garden at the Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill. Admission $6; NHA members free. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
3:30 PM |
Family Fun Friday
Prepare to get dirty and explore while learning! Each week has a Nantucket natural area to visit. Participation fee. Mmo.org or 508-228-9198 for info. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
5:00 PM |
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown"
Presented by The Dreamland Foundation at Bennett Hall, Centre Street. www.NantucketDreamland.org. Tickets $17 adults; $15 children. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM |
Bob Lehman Trio Performs
Live at the Brant Point Grill, White Elephant Hotel, 50 Easton Street. www.WhiteElephantHotel.com. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
7:00 PM |
Movies Under the Stars
Showing Shrek. Movie starts at dusk - bring a picnic and blanket to sit on. Dreamland Lawn, South Water Street. Adults $10; Children $7. www.NantucketDreamland.org |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
7:30 PM |
Shabbat Services and Speaker
at 11 Orange Street. Speaker: Ruth Messinger: President, American Jewish World Service - Darfur Expert. Congregation Shirat Ha Yam. www.ShiratHaYamNantucket.org |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Night Marine Ecology Walk
Document fish, squid, and other nocturnal marine creatures with Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium staff. Mon. Ð Sat. Participation Fee. Call to register: 508-228-5387. www.mmo.org |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Lecture by Michael Tougias
Tougias will discuss his book "The Finest Hours." For details and tickets: www.NantucketAtheneum.org or 508-228-1110. |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
|
8:00 PM |
Cobbletones Perform Live
Local a capella group performs outside Zero Main Street. Performance repeated at 9:15 pm |
|
| Friday July 31, 2009 |
9:00 PM
to
10:30 PM |
Open Night at Loines Observatory
See the distant heavens with Maria Mitchell Assn. astronomers at the Loines Observatory, 59 Milk Street Extension. Weather permitting. Participation Fee. www.mmo.org |
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