The parade to the water’s edge begins in the first minutes after midnight Sunday morning. The 79th annual Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby will open and for the next month thousands of friends and strangers will compete in what has become one of the most prestigious fishing tournaments in the nation.
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December 13, 2013
All was calm as snow fell on the Vineyard turning the Island into a Currier and Ives backdrop as Islanders scurried about preparing for the holidays.
December 13, 2013
Sleigh bells ring Are you listening In the lane Snow is glistening A beautiful sight, We're happy tonight Walking in a winter wonderland. The Vineyard is looking beautiful with a new dressing of snow as Islanders bustle about.
December 10, 2013
Islanders turned out for the latest Winter Farmers' Market held at the Agriculural Hall in West Tisbury stocking up on holiday goodies and gifts. But not to fear, there still is another opportunity to stock up on Island sundries before Christmas. The next farmers' market will be Saturday, Dec.
December 10, 2013
The Island Community Chorus are teachers, plumbers, bankers, artists, fishermen, scallopers, shopkeepers, retirees and twenty-somethings. And while all of these roles are important, over the weekend the key characteristic that binds this seemingly disparate group is that they sing.
December 9, 2013
Dancers of all ages performed everything from tap to hip-hop to ballet--all with a splash of holiday cheer--during the annual Rise Performing Arts holiday show this Sunday at the Oak Bluffs School.
December 9, 2013
The calendar turns to December and thoughts of holiday preparations consuming the month. But you can still step outside and take in the beauty in our surroundings.
December 5, 2013
Featherstone's annual holiday gift show features work by 66 local artists. The show is open every day from noon until 5 p.m. through Dec. 19.
December 5, 2013
Fall colors, soft sunlight and quiet moments are signs of the season in Aquinnah.
December 5, 2013
The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah began on Wednesday evening. At the Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center the very young gathered with friends and family for the lighting of the hanukkiahs. Rabbi Caryn B.
December 5, 2013
Crisp blue skies welcome December to the fishing village of Menemsha.
December 3, 2013
The town center of West Tisbury is a quiet scene, except for ongoing construction at the West Tisbury Library.
December 3, 2013
Chilmark Potluck Jam draws music lovers and performers from around the Island, and beyond.
December 1, 2013
The Vineyarders defeated the Whalers 14-0 on Saturday, marking the first time a Vineyard team has shut out Nantucket at Vito Capizzo Stadium. Sophomore Jacob Cardoza scored both touchdowns for the Vineyarders.
November 30, 2013
Bright sunny skies and a light breeze and plenty of festivities made the Fall Festival at Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary a popular destination Friday. Hundreds turned out for hay rides, children oriented programs and live music by the Flying Elbows.
November 29, 2013
Edgartown Harbor in winter looks like a place rooted in its 19th century history. On one of the coldest days of the season, the harbor is quiet and absent the bustle of summer. Downtown streets point toward the harbor. There are clear unencumbered views.
November 25, 2013