🏰 Weekend Update: 6/14-6/16 - Events on Martha's Vineyard
fathers day weekend, harbor fest, brazil fest, strawberry fest, kids fair, blooming bids
Happy Father’s Day Weekend!
A special shout-out to the best father to our girls and my biggest hype-man, Court! He does so much for our family, for MVacay, and for others. If you spot him pushing a double-stroller around town, give him a fist-bump 👊🏽
🌦 Weekend Weather:
Friday: 🌤 Sunny day with a high of 73°F and somewhat windy. Evening brings showers and a drop to 61°F.
Saturday: 🌦 Morning showers followed by a clearing sky, temperature steady at 73°F.
Sunday: ☀ Mostly sunny and pleasant with a high of 72°F.
⏱️ Recently on MVacay
I will always send you a Weekend Update for Friday-Sunday on MV, but this one time a year I will send you my Weekday Edit that includes recurring summer events. Bookmark the article, as I plan to edit + update the live version as the season progresses.
My brunch guide skipped your inbox, but it’s worth exploring and saving for later! It includes breakfast and brunch options organized by town and day, plus a list of grab-and-go/order at the counter breakfast choices too.
🗺️ What To Do This Weekend
Friday (6/14)
🌸 Blooming Art, 2024 at The Old Mill, 10a-5p (Sat + Sun too) More Info
View original Island art paired with interpretive floral arrangements created by Garden Club members. $15
🔁🌱Botanical Spotlight Tours at Polly Hill Arboretum, 10a-11a More Info
Learn about Polly Hill Arboretum and its plant collections on guided walks led by knowledgeable staff.
🎨 Exhibit: Season Opening All Members Show at Old Sculpin Gallery, 10a-5p More Info
The first exhibit of the season features work from MVAA Member artists and runs until June 14.
🔁👶 Barnyard Buddies with the Family Center at FARM Institute, 10:30a-11:30a
Interact with animals to support young children's learning and development.
🔁🎵 Music with Maryse at West Tisbury Public Library, 10:30a-11:30a More Info
Join in a weekly child-centered music time with Maryse Smith.
🔁🎨 Friday Kids Crafting at Oak Bluffs Public Library, 11a-3:30p More Info
Drop in for a seasonal craft and meet new friends.
🔁📚 Toddler Time at Chilmark Free Public Library, 11a-11:30a
Enjoy reading books and singing songs, ideal for preschool ages but all are welcome.
🍗 Peri Peri Chef Table Pop Up at Black Dog Bakery Cafe, 4p-Close
🔁🦞 Grace Church Lobster Rolls at Grace Episcopal Church, 3p-6p More Info
Best of the Vineyard Lobster Rolls available for curbside pickup.
🌺 Blooming Bids for Kids at Field Gallery, 5p-7p More Info
Support Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts with a garden party featuring live and silent auctions. $100
🔁🎵 Vineyard Sound at United Methodist Church, 5p
🎵 Sitting Supper Club/Live Music at S+S Kitchenette, 6-10p
🎬 Father's Day Weekend with The Nadlers at Martha's Vineyard Film Center, 7:30p More Info
Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with the father/son comedy team of Marty & Charlie Nadler. $30
🎥 Film Screening: A New Kind of Wilderness at Grange Hall, 7:30p More Info
A Norwegian photographer and her family transition away from their off-grid life in a grand jury prize-winning film.
Saturday (6/15)
🔁🧑🌾 West Tisbury Farmers' Market at Agricultural Hall, 9a-12p More Info
Outdoor market with locally grown produce, meat, and made products.
🔁👶 Barnyard Buddies at FARM Institute, 9:30a-10:30a More Info
Explore the farm and meet friendly animals in a program for families. $25
🎨 Chilmark Church Children's Fair at Chilmark Community Church, 10a-12p More Info
Enjoy fun activities and games for children, including arts and crafts, face painting, and pony rides.
🎉 Harborfest at Oak Bluffs Harbor, 10a-6p More Info
Live music, arts, crafts, vendors, and local food along Oak Bluffs harbor.
🔁📚 Baby and Toddler Storytime! at Oak Bluffs Public Library, 10:15a-10:45a More Info
Play-based storytime geared for babies and toddlers.
🌿 Garden Workshop: Basic Landscape Design at Vineyard Gardens Nursery, 11a More Info
Learn how to plan a garden and get your questions answered.
🏰 Sandcastle Contest at North Bluff Beach, 11a-2p
Join the sandcastle contest during Harborfest with prizes for different age groups and abilities.
🔁📚 Storytime at Chilmark Free Public Library, 11a-11:30a
Enjoy classic and contemporary storybook read-alouds, songs, and games for ages 3 to 6.
🍓 Strawberry Festival at Morning Glory Farm, 11a-2p More Info
Celebrate with strawberry shortcakes, hayrides, music, and more.
🎉 Erica Wilson Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting + Raffles, 11a-6p
📖 Book Signing with Bill Eville, Vineyard-based author of Washed Ashore at Edgartown Books, 2p-4p More Info
Bill Eville signs copies of his book "Washed Ashore" and shares stories from his life and work on the Vineyard.
🎸 Live Music: Johnny Hoy and Delanie Pickering at Black Dog Bakery Cafe, 5p-7p More Info
Enjoy live music on the patio with Johnny Hoy and Delanie Pickering.
⚾ MV Sharks vs. Mystic Schooners at Shark Tank, 6:35p More Info
Watch the Island's collegiate summer baseball team take on the Mystic Schooners.
🍷 Taste of the Vineyard: Patrons Party and Auction: Celebrating Union Chapel at Dr. Daniel Fisher House, 7p More Info
Enjoy an elevated evening with cocktails, a silent and live auction, and dinner, celebrating the Union Chapel.
🎭 Courage: A Play Based on the Life of Peter Pan author J. M. Barrie at Martha's Vineyard Playhouse, 7:30p More Info
A play telling the story of J.M. Barrie's life through his own words.
🎻 Live Music: Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish at Portuguese-American Club, 8p
Enjoy live music with Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish. $10
📖 The 44th Annual Bloomsday Celebration at Katharine Cornell Theater, 8p More Info
Music, drama, and humor based on the writings of James Joyce. $25
Sunday (6/16)
🎉 Brazil Fest/Festa do Brasil at Ag Hall, 10a-4p More Info
Celebrate unity, diversity, and rural culture with fun activities and performances.
🔁🛍️ Oak Bluffs Open Market at Washington Park, 10a-2p More Info
An ever-changing variety of locally grown produce, specialty foods, flowers, indie designs, and live music from 12-2p.
🔁🎨 Vineyard Artisans Summer Festival at Grange Hall, 10a-2p More Info
Buy local fine art and crafts completely handmade by Islanders.
🔁💧Self Care Sundays at Nomans, 12-3p
Cold Plunge Guys and Salty Solutions will be on location to help you feel your best each Sunday.
🔁🎸 Live Music: Jon Zeeman and Co. at Nomans, 5p-8p More Info
Enjoy live music by Jon Zeeman and Co.
🔁🎤 Sundays in the Park Concert: Allie and Paryss at Ocean Park, 5:30p-7:30p
Join the celebration of music and the season with Allie and Paryss.
📅 Save The Date
June 17 - Yoga at the Grange
June 18 - First Edgartown Village Market of the season
June 18 - Good Pierogi Pop Up at S+S Kitchenette
June 18 - Juneteenth Author Talk: Black Homeownership on Martha's Vineyard
June 19 - Juneteenth Programs
June 19 - Juneteenth at Inkwell
June 20 - Edgartown Yacht Club Race Weekend
June 21 - First MV Drive-In of the season (Ferris Bueller)
June 22 - Chilmark Flea Market begins
June 22 - Juneteenth Jubilee Festival at Union Chapel (General Bolden, Ayanna Pressley, Charly Palmer, Jubilee Jam)
June 22 - Juneteenth Picnic and Live Music at Edgartown Public Library
June 23 - Juneteenth Jubilee Festival at Union Chapel (Sermon + Walk to Water Ceremony)
June 23 - Annual Juneteenth Gospel Brunch at HarborView Hotel
June 23 - Third Annual Taste of Juneteenth
June 24 - Animal Shelter of MV Garden Party
June 25 - A Culinary History of Martha's Vineyard at VH Library
June 27-30 - Amity Week in Edgartown
June 27-30 - FILMUSIC Festival at MV Film Society
June 28 - Featherstone Fridays with Johnny Hoy Begin
June 29 - Family Pinkletink Concert at WT Library
June 29 - Evening of Discovery at MV Museum
June 27-30 - Filmusic Festrival at MV Film Society
June 27-30 - Amity Week - Jaws Tours in Edgartown
June 30 - Chappy Point to Point
July 1 - Musical Mondays Begin at Featherstone
July 4 - Edgartown Parade + Fireworks
July 4 - Murdick’s Run the Chop 4 Mile Race
July 5 - Live Music Lunch Series at Garde East, First Friday
July 5 - Sunset Concert Series Begins at The Tabernacle
July 6 - A Long Talk Annual Black Party
July 10 - MVM Day - A community Celebration
July 11 - Kenworthy Summer Fashion Show
July 12-14 - Vineyard Cup Regatta
July 12-13 - MV Concert Series - Chadwick Stokes
July + Beyond Found Here: 📅 Save the Date: Martha's Vineyard Big Events 2024!
📍Business + Restaurant Updates
Open Now or This Weekend: Grace Church Lobster Rolls, MV Salads
Still Closed: Midnight Taco, Seagrass Bar + Grill, 9 Craft Kitchen, Outermost Inn, El Barco, Notalot
📌 Quick Reference:
As always: Times, Dates + Events Are Subject to Change! Sometimes after sending an email I add additional information to the live version at MVacay.com - you can always find the most updated version there.
Have a great weekend! - Lis