📜 This Weekend on Martha's Vineyard: 1/17-1/20
MLK Weekend luncheon and celebrations, cheese tasting, pilates, trivia + more
Happy Long MLK Weekend!
⏱️ This Week on MVacay
This weekend, as we honor Martin Luther King Jr., I wanted to celebrate his legacy of service by offering you a guide to giving back to our island community. I put together some tips and a quick list to help find an opportunity that’s a good fit for your time and strengths:
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
⭐ MVacay Picks
Eat At: You all already know that I love Winston’s….but their Pulled Pork Sandwich recently WON over my heart. Here’s to ordering outside your norm and it surpassing your expectations!
Sign Up For: MV Playhouse is hosting a multi-week workshop ‘Theater Fun for Adults’ (1/15-4/9 on Wednesdays afternoons, or 1/23-4/10 on Thursday evenings) that includes acting, improvisation, theater games, and more for adults of all ages. No experience is necessary, register by emailing mj@mvplayhouse.org. It sounds like a great way to get out of your comfort zone, gain friends and confidence!
Try: Volunteering with Joyful Eatings at The Federated Church of MV. Sign up to learn from island chefs on a Sunday afternoon and prepare meals for the Harbor Homes overnight shelter. Spots fill up, so sign up now for February.
Friday, January 17, 2025
🧠 Gray Matters for Seniors 65+ -Virtual Event, 10-11a / More Info / Free
A casual online conversation group for seniors covering various topics.☕ Friday Warm Up at MV Museum, 4-7p / More Info / Donations accepted
An evening with hot beverages, games, crafts, and snacks in a cozy space.🕊️ Service Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. & Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel at MVHC, 5:30-7:30p / More Info / Free
A service featuring speakers and refreshments, co-sponsored by the NAACP of Martha's Vineyard.🎶 Live Music with Mike Benjamin at The Black Dog Tavern, 6-8p / More Info / Free
Saturday, January 18, 2025
🧘 Fundamentals Clinic at YOTV / Aligned Pilates, 10:30-11:20a / More Info / $60
An introductory Pilates session (for first timers or those new to pilates) focusing on apparatus basics and movement transitions.🎭 Rock With Me, Baby Carrier Dance Class at West Tisbury Public Library, 10:30-11a / More Info / Free
A dance class for caregivers and babies with early 2000s hip-hop music.
Sunday, January 19, 2025
🐾 Island Tailblazers Monthly Hike at Location shared upon registration, 10a / More Info / Free
A guided hike for dogs and their owners to explore trails and meet others.🐴 Barn Buddies at Agricultural Hall, 2:30-4p / Free
Indoor activities for kids and families with optional bike and scooter riding.🧀 Wintery Cheese & Charcuterie Tasting at The Grey Barn and Farm, 2-3:30p / More Info / $50
A curated tasting event featuring cheeses, salami, fresh bread, and a sweet treat.✍️ The Dream and the Island: MLK Jr.’s Time on Martha’s Vineyard at MV Museum, 3-4p / More Info / $35
A talk exploring Martin Luther King Jr.’s connections to Martha’s Vineyard.🎲 Trivia Night at The Black Dog Tavern, 5:30-7:30p / More Info / Free
A trivia competition with prizes for the top teams at The Black Dog Tavern.
Monday, January 20, 2025
🎤 MLK Jr. Annual Membership Luncheon at P.A. Club, 1-3p / More Info / $75
A luncheon featuring African American cuisine, live music, and officer installations.🕊️ A Day of Peace and Friendship at Mariposa Museum, 4-6p / More Info / Free
An event celebrating unity through creative activities at the Mariposa Museum.
📅 Save The Date
January 21-27 - Steamship Authority both transferrable and non-transferrable reservations will be available to island residents
January 21 - Membership Down! at The PA Club
January 22 - TBD Improv at Barn Bowl + Bistro
January 23 - Chef Look Cooks - Soup-erior Tastes Series: Vegan Kale Soup at Edgartown Library
January 23 - Mocktail Party at Sweet Life Cafe
January 25 - Infused Honey Workshop at Chilmark Library
January 25 - Bluey Party at OB Library - Free Ticket Needed
January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26 - Guided Winter Walks at Polly Hill Arboretum
January 23 - Introduction to Pork Class at Slough Farm
January 24, February 7 + March 14 - DIY Craft Night Make Your Own Mosaic Frame at Stefanie Wolf Designs
January 25 - The Art of Fresh Pasta Class at Grey Barn
January 27 - Movie: Breakfast at Tiffany’s at MV Playhouse
January 29 - Sound Bath with Trish Ginter at Edgartown Library
February 1 - Leaf Blower Noise Reduction Warrant Article Info Panel at OB Library
February 1 - Martha’s Vineyard Annual Collaborative Black History Month Event
February 5 - Veterans Among Us at MV Museum
February 6 - Black History Trivia Night
February 7 - Putts & Pints Mini Golf Fundraiser at OB Library
February 7 - Lip Sync Contest at The Loft
February 8 - Chilmark Potluck
February 8 - Sheep-Shearing Shindig at Ag Hall
February 8 - VCS Winter Walk at Wakeman Center
February 10 - Local Food Community Potluck at Ag Hall
February 14 - TBD Improv at The Barn Bowl + Bistro
February 15 - MV Winter Classic and Amity Relay
February 15 - Celebrate the Sweetest Day Celebration at Mariposa Museum
February 15 - Babka with Vineyard Baker at Farm Institute
February 18 - Visible Mending Workshop at Ag Hall
February 20 - Alpha-Gal MD Panel at Ag Hall
March 1 - Homemade Bagels with Vineyard Baker at Farm Institute
March 8 - Meat Ball at Ag Hall
March 22 - Night Out for Nonprofits at PA Club
📍Island + Food Updates
Summer Camp Registration is open already for many Summer 2025 camps! Check out MV Travel Tips recent post that outlines them all in one place.
For anything else, check out What’s Open Right Now - a few temporary closures were added (Alchemy closed thru 2/12, Net Result thru 2/13)