Community Events Calendar

Wednesday, June 25

8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Yoga for Every Body Moderate Kripalu Style, with Annie Kay MS RD RYT. 508- 228-6961 or www.anniebkay. com. Building D, Macy Lane, same parking lot as AK Diamonds. Mondays and Wednesdays.

9:30 a.m. Special Marine Ecology Walk Program explores the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife refuge with MMA & The Trustees of Reservations. $25 adults, $15 child Must pre-register by calling 508-228-5387.

10 - 10:30 a.m. Music and Movement for Young Children For children, ages 2-3 years, with caregiver. Fun and engaging songs, singing games, and movement activitites that teach musical skills. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 24 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

11 - 11:45 a.m. Singing Games for Children For children, ages 4-7 years. Singing games and songs with movement, such as 'The Statue Game,' 'Mail Myself to You' and 'Old King Glory on the Mountain.' Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 20 children. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

1 - 4 p.m. Rubber Stamp Note Cards Workshops with Laurie Collins Create your own unique note cards using lightship basket rubber stamps. Laurie Collins, rubber stamp expert, breaks down the process into a few easy steps that can make anyone a bona fide rubber stamp artist. Tuition and materials fee $50. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum.

1:30 p.m. Council on Aging First Wednesday of the month. Saltmarsh Senior Center. Meetings are subject to change of time, venue and date. Check the meeting board for official postings at the Town Building, 16 Broad Street.

1:30 p.m. Writing Workshop Under the direction of Judy Shure or Marta Allen. Discuss and reflect upon your work. Capture and preserve life experiences, create a poem, or write a short story. Saltmarsh Center. Wednesdays.

4 p.m. Nantucket Atheneum Annual Meeting & Reception The Annual Meeting of the members of the Nantucket Atheneum will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. in the Great Hall at One India Street. A reception will follow the meeting. The agenda will include reports from the Chairman of the Board, the Treasurer and the Director. The budget for Fiscal Year 2008 will be presented and the election of new trustees will be held. The nominees are: Alice F. Emerson, Marie H. Field, Lucille A. Jordan, John W. Loose, Marion Martin, Jeanne Casey Miller, Ann Oliver, THomas L. Rhodes, Ellen Roman, Maria P. Welch. We encourage all members to attend and participate. Nantucket Atheneum Great Hall.

7 p.m. Summer Lecture Series "Law and Disorder in Old Nantucket"

The Nantucket Historical Association presents, as the first of the Summer Wednesday Lecture Series, author Frances Ruley Karttunen, who will talk about her newest book, Law and Disorder in Old Nantucket. "Bawdy houses, knife fights, marauding gangs of miscreants, and buckets and buckets of rum - all cheek by jowl with plain and sober Quakers." This book is the outcome of numerous colorful stories the author unearthed while doing research in the old Nantucket court records for her 2005 book, The Other Islanders. Dr. Karttunen - linguist, historian, scholar, author, and a 12thgeneration descendant of Nantucket's English settlers - came across some extraordinary information in the old documents. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. Free for NHA members, $15 general public. For further information, call 508-228-1894, ext. 0.

6 p.m. Board of Selectmen Courtroom. Wednesdays. Televised on Comcast PlumTV Channel 22 beginning at 7 pm same night. Meetings are subject to change of time, venue and date. Check the meeting board for official postings at the Town Building, 16 Broad Street.

6 p.m. Commission on Disability First Wednesday of May, June, September, and November. Nantucket Cottage Hospital Conference Room. Meetings are subject to change of time, venue and date. Check the meeting board for official postings at the Town Building, 16 Broad Street.

7 p.m. TWN Opening Night Party for "Sylvia" At Nina and Bob Hellman's, 48 Centre St. Wine provided by Beth English of Current Vintage. Tickets are $50 and include the party and the show. On sale now at www.theatreworkshop. com www.theatreworkshop.com, or call 508-228- 4305.

8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents "Sylvia" No stone is left unturned, or more appropriately, no fire hydrant left unmarked in this modern romantic comedy about a marriage and a dog. "I can only call it one of the most involving, beautiful, funny, touching and profound plays I have ever seen." - NY Daily News. Mature themes.. Main Stage at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre Street. Tickets $25, on sale now at www.theatreworkshop.com. Box office opens June 20, 7 days a week from 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Show times: Wed., June 25 - Sat., June 28; Sun., June 29, at 3 p.m. ; Wed., July 2 - Thur., July 3; Sat., July 5 ;Tues., July 8 - Sat., July 12.

Thursday, June 26

8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free HIV and Hepatitis C Counseling and Testing 508-228-3955, www.nantucketaids.org. Nantucket AIDS Network, 35 Old South Rd. Every. Tuesday and Thursday.

9:30 a.m. La Leche League Breast feeding information and support group open to all expecting and nursing mothers and their babies - at the Unitarian Church on Orange St. This mont's topic is At Home With Your Baby. For further information or question please call Sunny 508-333-7105.

10 - 10:30 a.m. Toddler Time Story time for toddlers, ages 18-36 months. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to first 30 attendees.

11 - 1:30 a.m. The Story Lady For children ages three years and older. Join Paula Swain for a special story time featuring classic tales. Free admission. No reservation required, but space is limited to 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery. 2 p.m. Beachcombing Walk Stroll along the beach to ID shells and other treasures found on the ocean beaches of Nantucket. $10 per adult, $5 per child (members); $15 per adult, $10 per child (non-members) Must pre-register by calling 508-228-5387.

4 p.m. Beach Management Advisory Committee Land Bank Conference Room. Thursdays. Meetings are subject to change of time, venue and date. Check the meeting board for official postings at the Town Building, 16 Broad Street.

6 p.m. English Literacy Classes For those seeking to improve their English skills. Open to all, conducted in English; no pre-registration required. Free. 508-228-8710 or 228-1382. Lower Gallery, Atheneum, 1 India St. Thursdays.

7 - 8 p.m. The Art of Play: Clown, Mime & Juggling Workshop for Teens A clown is an expert at play. Come and playfully experiment with basic mime, beginning juggling (bring three balls if you can. Scarves for novices are supplied) and clowning. We will try mime illusions and start a clown character based on something you pick from your personal experience. Wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to move, play and have fun! Register online at www.nantucketatheneum.org for this freeworkshop for kids 12-18. Sponsored by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

8 p.m. Speaker: Thomas M. Montgomery The Egan Maritime Institute is pleased to announce a rare opportunity. On Thursday, June 26, Tom Montgomery, great grandson of William H. Chase, whirligig maker and boat builder, will display samples from his extensive collection and talk about Chase's extraordinary talents. Chase was considered Nantucket's greatest small-boatbuilder and learned the trade as an apprentice to the well-known boatbuilder and captain Barzillai Burdett. Free for members of the Egan Maritime Institute. Non member adults: $5.00; students: $3.00. For more information, please call the Egan Maritime Institute at 508-228-2505. The Coffin School.

8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents "Sylvia" See June 25 listing.

Friday, June 27

12 - 12:30 pm. Home Schooling Club For home schooling families and those interested in home schooling; share ideas and information, offer support to each other, work on projects together, and use library space and resources every Friday. Atheneum Gallery.

2 - 7 p.m. Summer Reading Kick-off: Zany Acts Get Wild with clown Michael Zerphy as we kick-off our 2008 Summer Reading Program: 'Wild Reads.' Michael will offer two shows at 4 pm. and 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall, while Summer Reading Registration will be available from 2 - 7 p.m. in the Atheneum Lower Gallery (storytime room).

3 - 4 p.m. Narrative Garden Tours During the hour-long tour, guests will learn about the herbs and plants and their uses currently growing in this replicated 1700s kitchen garden. Presented by the Nantucket Historical Association. 508-228-1894, ext. 0., or www.nha.org. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill Lane. Every Friday and Saturday, through September 27.

8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents "Sylvia" See June 25 listing.

9 - 10:30 p.m. Open Nights at Loines Observatory Join Maria Mitchell Association astronomers for observations of the sky, weather permitting. Cost: members free; $10 adult non-member, $5 child non-member. 59 Milk St. Ext.

Saturday, June 28

3 - 4 p.m. Narrative Garden Tours During the hour-long tour, guests will learn about the herbs and plants and their uses currently growing in this replicated 1700s kitchen garden. Presented by the Nantucket Historical Association. 508-228-1894, ext. 0., or www.nha.org. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill Lane. Every Friday and Saturday, through September 27.

8 - 11 p.m. Concert: Amy England and Friends Talking Stick Community Showcase Presents: An acoustic evening with songwriter Amy England and friends, in concert with PJ Moody and house band 4 EZ Payments. Refreshments and open mic to follow. Bring your guitars, poems, jokes, and yes, even accordians. Bennett Hall at the Congregational Church

8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents "Sylvia" See June 25 listing.

Sunday, June 29

2 p.m. Native American Basketry with Stephen Cook Stephen Cook, Head Curator of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center in Connecticut, shares his insight into Native American basketry and the possible connections to other types of New England baskets. The perfect program for a Sunday afternoon brought to you by the Atheneum and the Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. Free tickets available at both locations. Presented by the Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum in the Nantucket Atheneum Great Hall.

Monday, June 30

8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Yoga for Every Body Moderate Kripalu Style, with Annie Kay MS RD RYT. 508- 228-6961 or www.anniebkay. com. Class begins May 12. Building D, Macy Lane, same parking lot as AK Diamonds. Mondays and Wednesdays.

9 a.m. - Noon Geometric Needlepoint Brick, with Patsy Ernst

The geometric brick design was originally inspired by the desire to use the leftover wools and patterns of old rugs. It is a geometric combination of color and texture. Canvas will be offered in either 13-count or 18-3count mesh and Silk and Ivory thread will be used for the stitching. Students will be able to choose their own colors to create their individual finished product. Some needlework experience would be helpful. Materials provided. Maximum class size: 8 Patsy Ernst, a longtime summer resident of Nantucket, has a background in earlyelementary education and years of needlepoint experience. Her Patterson Design bricks are available at Janis Aldridge, Inc., on Nantucket. Mondays through June 30. Member $175; Non member $225. At the 1800 House, 4 Mill Street. Contact: 508- 228-1894 ext 128, 1800house@nha.org.

10 - 10:30 a.m. Toddler Time Story time for toddlers, ages 18-36 months. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to first 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery. 11 - 11:30 a.m. Story Time Storytime for children, 3 years and older. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to first 40 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

2 p.m. & 5 p.m. Story Time with a Princess In this unique "storybook to life" program, kids will have a blast, as they become the actors and learn Improv skills to bring your favorite tales to life. Children who would like to Participate in telling the story on stage will purchase a $25 "golden ticket," and arrive at the theater one hour earlier than the audience to be cast to recreate the roles in the story, using costume pieces, makeup and props, transforming kids into their favorite characters, and providing an amazing participation connection to the performing arts . The general "royal treatment" ticket holders will participate from their seats and will make their own crowns when arriving at the theater to become part of the court and help tell the story from their seats through audience participation. Face painting is available after the show for everyone! Get your tickets today at www.theatreworkshop.com. Bennett hall Playhouse at the Congressional Church, 62 Centre Street.Tickets are $12 and $25. Mondays, through July 14.

7 - 8:30 p.m. Author Talk: Jane Green Jane Green, The New York Times bestselling author of 'Swapping Lives' and 'Second Chances' returns in 2008 with "The Beach House." Set on Nantucket, the book features Nan, known around town as the elderly crazy woman who lives in a rambling house atop the bluff. When she discovers the money she thought would last forever is dwindling and she could lose her beloved house, Nan knows she has to make drastic changes. So she decides to rent rooms for the summer and soon the house comes alive again, turning her life upside down. Free. Nantucket Atheneum, Great Hall, 1 India St.

Tuesday, July 1

8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free HIV and Hepatitis C Counseling and Testing Nantucket AIDS Network, 35 Old South Rd. Every Tuesday and Thursday. 508-228-3955, www.nantucketaids.org.

11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Story & Craft Story and craft program for children 4-10 years of age. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 20 children. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

12 - 1 p.m. Nantucket Holistic Health Paula McQuaid, PT, MT, CST, and Tammy Belanger, OT, Licensed Acupuncturist, offer free consultations to determine which complimentary alternative medicine best suits your health needs. Space is limited. Call 508-228-7577 to reserve a spot. 37 Old South Rd, Bldg. C#9. Tuesdays.

5 p.m. Historic District Commission Cyrus Peirce Cafeteria. Tuesdays. Meetings are subject to change of time, venue and date. Check the meeting board for official postings at the Town Building, 16 Broad Street.

5 - 6 p.m. Adult Skate Class All levels. 508-228-2516. Nantucket Ice, One Backus Lane. Tuesdays.

6:45 - 7:50 p.m. Yoga For Teens Ages 12-18. Every Tuesday Night. Tuesdays June 24-August 19. On tuesdays July 8 and August 12 class will be 7 - 7:50 p.m. Taught by Marjory Trott in the downtairs gallery at the Atheneum. All classes are free and all are welcome. This is an open class. All levels of experience are invited. Mats are provided. Come dressed in clothing you can comfortably move in.

7:45 p.m. Shambhala Meditation Group Beginners welcome. Call Elisabeth at 508-228-5121 if you want to learn to meditate but can't make it on Tuesdays. Yoga Room. 49 Fairgrounds Rd., Tuesdays.

Wednesday, July 2

10 - 10:30 a.m. Music and Movement for Young Children For children, ages 2-3 years, with caregiver. Fun and engaging songs, singing games, and movement activitites that teach musical skills. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 24 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

11 - 11:45 a.m. Singing Games for Children For children, ages 4-7 years. Singing games and songs with movement, such as 'The Statue Game,' 'Mail Myself to You' and 'Old King Glory on the Mountain.' Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to the first 20 children. Nantucket Atheneum, Gallery.

7 p.m. Stephen Shore Shares His Life on the Autism Spectrum The Nantucket Autism Speaks Resource Center and Nantucket Atheneum have collaborated to bring internationally acclaimed author Stephen Shore, Ed.D, to Nantucket. Dr. Shore, who has autism and Asperger's Syndrome, will present his autobiographical journey, Life On and Slightly to the Right of the Autism Spectrum: An Inside View Towards Success. Following his presentation, Dr. Shore will sign books. For more information about the Resource Center, please contact Kim Horyn, Director, khoryn@autismspeaks.org, or call 646-341- 3043. Nantucket Atheneum, Great Hall, 1 India St.

Ongoing Events

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings most days at 7 am, noon, 5:30 p.m. and 8 pm. Call 228-2334 for help, meeting times, days and locations.

Children's Musical Theater Conservatory Camp Theatre Workshop of Nantucket 9 - 10 am, June 3 - July 26. "Seusical Jr. the Musical" will be directed by children's theater director/actor Joe Gilmore. No experience necessary. Cost: $300; tuition assistance available. From age 8 to 18. . www.theatreworkshop.com. 508-228-9001. Bennett Hall, 62 Centre St.

Egan Maritime Institute Exhibition: "Splash! Boatbuilding on Nantucket" An in-depth look at boatbuilding on the island from whaling through today. Coffin School, 4 Winter St., 10 am to 4 pm every day through October 13. Small admission charge for a pass to the Coffin School and the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Nantucket Historical Association Sconset 02564: A Celebration of the Patchwork Village This exhibition features the history, architecture, personalities, and character of 'Sconset, and its evolution from a fishing village to a world-renowned summer resort. The exhibition includes a model of the Nantucket Railroad, oral history interviews with 'Sconseters, a movie chronicling the 2007 move of Sankaty Light, a digital 'Sconset Family Album, a model of the 'Sconset pump by Nelson "Snooky" Eldridge, and more. With support from the 'Sconset Trust and the 'Sconset Civic Association. Peter Foulger Gallery, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Through November 11.

Pilates Studio Nantucket Introductory course for proper alignment, stretching, and core strengthening techniques. Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. Mat class schedule for experienced students: Intermediate, Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m, and Monday and Wednesday at 4:30 p.m; Advanced Beginner, Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 pm. 508-325-4300 or lisalates@aol.com.

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