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Community Events Calendar
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. 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. 1:30 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.
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. 6 - 8 p.m. A 'Sconset Gathering The Nantucket Historical Association invites all those interested in 'Sconset to join us at a special evening revolving around the exhibition 'Sconset 02564: A Celebration of the Patchwork Village. Free for NHA members; $10 Siasconset Civic Association and 'Sconset Trust members; $15 general public. The exhibition will remain on display through November 11. Peter Foulger Gallery, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 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.
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. Thursday, July 3 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.
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. Sheep Commons and the Landscape of Nantucket in 1900 Karen Beattie of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation describes the landscape of the Island in 1900 including the area historically referred to as the Sheep Commons. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum. 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 (nonmembers) 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. 8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents "Slyvia" 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. Friday, July 4 Independence Day! 8 a.m. Firecracker 5K Fun Run Scenic out & back course. Prizes, awards, t-shirts, refreshments & raffle. Call for details. Nantucket Health Club, 10 Young's Way. NantucketHealthClub.com, 508-228- 4750. 10 - 11:30 a.m. 'Sconset Trust Fun Day Refreshments & games for children of all ages. 'Sconset Trust, Siasconset Union Chapel Garden. 10 a.m. Independence Day Activities on Main Street All activities are free. Dunk tank, watermelon & pie eating contests, face painting & puppets. Water fight at Noon. Sponsored by Parks & Recreation Commission. 5 - 6:30 p.m. Independence Day Children's Games Enjoy an assortment of races & the ever popular Tug-of- War! Sponsored by Parks & Recreation Commission, Children's Beach, Harborview Way. 9 p.m. Fireworks at Jetties Beach Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks. Rain date July 5. Sponsored by Nantucket Visitor Services, Jetties Beach, Bathing Beach Rd. Saturday, July 5 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Summer Fair Annual St. Mary of the Isle Summer Fair. Federal & Cambridge Streets. 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 July 3 listing. Sunday, July 6 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum Family Day Families are invited to a day of activities at the newly renovated property. Egan Maritime Institute, Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. 8 p.m. Judy Collins in concert An evening with Judy Collins to benefit Nantucket AIDS Network, Nantucket High School, Mary P. Walker Auditorium, Surfside Road. Monday, July 7 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. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum Nantucketers' Day. Nantucketers' are invited to view the newly renovated property. Egan Maritime Institute, Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Rd. 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. 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. 6:30 p.m. America According to Connor Gifford The Nantucket Historical Association presents Nantucket's own Connor Gifford and Victoria Harris, who will read excerpts from their popular book, "America According to Connor Gifford." Free for NHA members and $15 for the general public. Call 508-228-1894 for further information. Whaling Museum, 13 Broad Street. 7 p.m. Author Talk - Vanessa James: Shakespeare's Genealogies James has meticulously traced the genealogies of Shakespeare's 1,000 characters. Nantucket Atheneum, Great Hall, India St. Tuesday, July 8 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. 9 a.m. Architectural Walking Tour of 'Sconset Sponsored by the Nantucket Preservation Trust and the 'Sconset Trust. Meet at Pump Square. By reservation. Call 508-228-1387. Admission $10. 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 9 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. 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. Music & Night Life Chicken Box July 3-5 Maxxtone Maxxtone is a four piece pop/rock band from the Springfield MA area. The band has been performing together since May of 2003. Founding members Jon Adams (drums) and Aaron Fay (vocals) have years of experience playing together in a multitude of national touring original and cover bands . This diversity along with veteran musicians Nick Cresotti (bass) and Pete Maserati (guitar) make Maxxtone and their music something everyone will want to see and hear. July 7-9 Miss Fairchild Miss Fairchild is more than just a band. True, they play dynamic modern pop music that also serves as a music appreciation course for lovers of soul and funk music. True, they blend a timeless sense of songwriting with an undeniable sense of now, displaying a remarkable musical palette influenced by such artists as Sly & The Family Stone and Tony Toni Toné. True their live incarnation, The Miss Fairchild Show, has drawn comparisons to the legendary JB's for its energy and remarkable transitions. But more than all of that, Miss Fairchild exists to bring joy to an oftentimes-joyless world. Rose & Crown Poker on Mondays, Trivia Night on Tuesdays, 80s Video Dance Party on Wednesdays, Karaoke on Thursdays, Disco Night on Fridays, Top 40 Video Dance Party on Saturdays, and Karaoke Contest on Sundays. 23 S. Water St. AM Group at the Muse "Drop: Local Flavor from Local DJ's", spinning House music every Saturday night through October, from 10 pm until closing, with guests DJs. 44 Surfside Road. Email your event listings to: events@nantucketindependent.com by Friday at 5 p.m. for the 8 days beginning on the following Wednesday |
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