Stepping Down But Staying Involved

Brian Athearn and Julie Scott will be retiring from the Agricultural Society board of trustees, but they hope to continue having an impact on Island’s agricultural community.

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Thirty Years Later, Ag Hall Stands Tall as Community Hub

Thirty years have passed since dozens of Islanders traveled to New Hampshire to disassemble an old dairy barn. Six months later, the community came together to build what is now the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury.  

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From Flying Skillets to Furry Animals, Agricultural Fair Brought the Fun

The 162nd Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Fair came to a close on Sunday, bringing an end to four days of carnival favorites, Island eats and face time with furry barnyard friends.

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Agricultural Fair Beckons One and All to West Tisbury

On Thursday, when the 162nd Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Fair opened at 10 a.m., people streamed through the gates, admiring livestock, pets and poultry of all sizes, enjoying rides, and sipping pickle lemonade.

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Island Takes Action on Climate

Islanders headed to the Climate Fair on Sunday at the Agricultural Hall to learn about environmental issues and take action.

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Bringing Islanders Together for the Environment

This year’s theme at the third annual Climate Action Fair was Greening Vineyard Landscapes, with an emphasis on sustainable living.

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Agricultural Society Chooses Winning Fair Poster

The Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society has chosen a painting by Traeger di Pietro as the winning entry for this year's fair poster contest. The 162nd annual agricultural fair takes place August 15 to 18.

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Agricultural Society Receives State Grant

The Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society received a $61,882 grant from the state Department of Agricultural Resources this week, part of a statewide effort to promote local agriculture.

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Barn Raisers Ball is Agricultural Hall Celebration

The Barn Raisers Ball is an annual celebration to commemorate the raising of the Agricultural Hall in 1994. This year's party takes place Saturday, Nov. 4 from 7 to 10 p.m.

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Agricultural Society Fest Brings Fall Fun

Calves in costumes, fresh pies, spooky jack-o’-lanterns and more autumnal treats and festivities will take over the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury Saturday for the Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society’s annual Harvest Festival.

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