Michael Melford will bring the world to Nantucket this Saturday, July 8, when he gives a free illustrated talk on the island about his adventures. A photographer for National Geographic. He’ll show slides of his famous photographs and discuss his assignments 5 to 6 pm in the First Congregational Church […]
Nantucket Events
Weekend Festival Full of Laughs – Nantucket Comedy Festival
by Sanibel Chai The seventh annual Nantucket Comedy Festival (NCF) boasts an excellent line-up of talent, which includes Jeff Foxworthy, Brian Regan, and The Farrelly Brothers. You can see traditional stand-up, an exclusive television premiere, a ladies only lunch, an interview with comedy heavyweights, and much more this year. The […]
Whale Tales from the South Pacific
World-renowned ocean conservationist Nan Daeschler Hauser will present a lecture entitled South Pacific Whale Tales: A Perspective of Whales, Then and Now Wednesday, July 5 at 6 pm in the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Hauser will highlight a variety of topics, including the history of South Pacific whaling across […]
Spiritual Heritage Brings Luis Palau to Nantucket June 29
by Sanibel Chai How does one achieve an international following and the admiration of former President Bill Clinton? Argentinian-born Luis Palau has managed to reach people and touch millions of lives with his ability to bring Christ to the masses. He has counseled and consulted with heads of state, sharing […]
Art Inside & Outside
The dictionary definition of “interpretation” is an explanation of the meaning of another’s artistic or creative work; an elucidation; an interpretation of a poem. Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is hosting the exhibition Up for Interpretation in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street beginning Friday, June […]
Be the First to See It at White Heron Theatre
The White Heron Theatre is bringing their fifth annual New Play Workshop Collaborative to Nantucket. The collaborative serves as an incubatorlike setting that is dedicated to helping develop new productions. This year features Fireflies by Tony-nominee Matthew Barber, whose adaption of Enchanted April received critical acclaim. The workshop is a […]
Tony Sarg, Artist, Genius, and Prankster
by Sanibel Chai The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade conjures up images of floats, balloons, marching bands, and lavish performance. Notions of entertainment come to mind before artistry, but the giant inflatable balloons that the parade is most famous for are the brainchild of celebrated German-American artist Anthony Frederick Sarg (1880-1942). […]
National Geographic Photographer, Michael Melford
National Geographic Photographer, Michael Melford will be Guest of Honor at The Nantucket Red-Tie Soirée, the Maria Mitchell Association’s Largest Fundraiser. Michael Melford, an award-winning photographer who has worked with National Geographic for more than 30 years, will be the special guest at this year’s Red Tie Soiree on July 10. […]
Back to Nantucket with a New Mystery
by Suzanne Daub This weekend the annual Nantucket Book Festival features a stellar line-up of authors and events. Throughout Friday and Saturday, writers will read their work and talk about their creative processes. Panel discussions and interviews will help festivalgoers get to know participating writers. Ticketed social events provide unique […]