The storm dropped a period on the summer.
It stopped the Opera House Cup. It grounded the Rainbow Fleet. It closed the harbor. All across the world, as Jim Cantore got excited and the cone tightened, people watched the storm take aim at Nantucket.
Author: Taryn McBryde
Let the Island’s Wildlife Be Wild
As the old proverb goes, “If you love something, set it free…” For nature and wild things, it should be edited to read “If you love something, let it be.” There can be a fine line between loving nature and over-loving nature. This is evident at some of the most popular National Parks like Yellowstone, Arches, or Joshua Tree. Some of these most famous natural areas are getting loved to death: overcrowding, trampling vegetation, garbage, etc.
Renowned Designer Visits Nantucket
Described by Sotheby’s as “undoubtedly one of the most exciting jewelry designers on the scene today,” Christopher Walling’s stunning designs range from contemporary and edgy to classic and romantic. His artistry has influenced modern jewelry, and he’s known for his use of rare natural pearls and for bringing together various […]
Nantucket Harvest: Beach Plums
Beach Plums are a sign that summer on Nantucket will soon ease into autumn. These deep purple (and if you are lucky, gold) fruits are ripening all across the island. They make wonderful jelly—or if a batch doesn’t set quite right, sauce for meats or even to pour over ice cream. Too hot this August to stand over a stove for long enough to make jelly? You can make juice from your beach plum harvest and freeze that until the weather is cool enough to make jelly.
Share the Love
When you spend a summer on Nantucket Island, it can be hard to choose just one favorite—good thing you don’t have to choose just one! You can enter our Annual Nantucket Photo Contest as many times as you desire! Send us a photo of your favorite day at the beach, […]
Two Versions of Our Limerick Challenge
For nearly three decades we have been challenging readers to add to the series of limericks about Nantucket. During 2020, we opened a new challenge for readers to submit pandemic limericks: you can read both series by going to yesterdaysisland.com— just type LIMERICKS into the search field. This week we […]
New Pharmacy Opens at NCH
In collaboration with longtime island pharmacist Allan Bell, Nantucket Cottage Hospital is opening a new community pharmacy at 10 Vesper Lane this Monday, August 30. Located just across the street from the hospital, this new pharmacy will provide patients with greater convenience and continuity of care while sustaining an important […]
NanPuppets Perform for Kids on Tall Ship Lynx
One of the island’s favorite family-friendly events every summer is when Lizza and her Nanpuppets perform on the breathtaking Tall Ship Lynx. This Friday, August 27 is your chance to go for a morning sail with Egan Maritime aboard this replica Privateer Schooner for a fun, musical start to your […]
Trunk Shows Bring One-of-a-Kind Pieces to Old South Wharf
Kathleen A. Duncombe is known for her expertise in art and collections. An artist herself, she has taught and mentored many on Nantucket. This season she is bringing back a tradition of trunk shows to Old South Wharf, where she runs Made on Nantucket, a shop featuring paintings, prints, photography, […]
