News and Events for Nantucket Island
Sorry Alexander Hamilton, but the historical figures of Nantucket’s vibrant story have taken over the stage in this summer’s debut production of Nantucket! The MusACKal! Playing a limited run this summer until August 19 (but returning next summer, with surprises and changes to keep it interesting for return guests), the […]
Medical research has shown that giving and volunteering improves the physical and mental health of the giver. On Nantucket, there is no better opportunity to improve your health status than to participate in the island charity event: Swim Across America. The Swim returns to Jetties Beach on Saturday, August 25 […]
by Robert P. Barsanti If there is hope, it lies in Comic-Con. I have been dragged into the tradition of going to Comic Con in Boston. Rourke dresses up in his Cosplay (costume), and I drive him into the convention center in the new South Boston where he joined a […]
It was art that revived Nantucket Island in the 1920s, ’30s, and 40’s, and art is still a major draw on our island today. Here are ten of our top picks for Nantucket Art Galleries you will not want to miss during a visit to Nantucket: Cecelia Joyce & Seward […]
by Maryjane Mojer, Bartlett’s Ocean View Farm “The most amazing thing about getting to be a grandparent is that the very kids you made so many mistakes on (may have-could have-damaged irreparably) grow up and honor you by trusting you with their babies. Could there be greater grace?” Pure, joyful, […]
by Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie Salt air breezes, toes in the sand, and sunshine on your face are all synonymous with island living on Nantucket, and no other spirit can make a cocktail that emulates life on an island quite like rum. Rum, made from sugarcane or a molasses product, […]
The Rotary Club of Nantucket has taken the strategic step of concentrating all of its community service efforts for the year on two major initiatives that President Laura Burnett believes will better serve Nantucket and further demonstrate the Rotary’s motto of “Service above Self.” The Club has identified opioid addiction […]
