Island Calendar

Coming Attractions

Thursday, September 4

Armen Ghazaryan Recital

8 p.m. First Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. Ghazaryan has been playing violin on Nantucket since 2002. He was raised in Moscow where he studied under Vladimir Spivakov and Victor Khachaturian. Part of the 2008 Nantucket Arts Festival.

Art of Water Gardens Tour

1-5 p.m. Nantucket Island School of Design & the Arts, 23 Wauwinet Road. Larry Cronin explores sculpturally-formed water features, waterfalls, contemplative spaces and earth ponds with indigenous plants. Part of the 2008 Nantucket Arts Festival.

Beachcombing

2 p.m. Meet at Washington Street Extension. This family program features a stroll along the beach to identify shells and other treasures found on Nantucket. $10 per adult, $5 per child (Maria Mitcheall Association members); $15 per adult, $10 per child (non-members). For reservations and additional information call (508) 228-5387.

Bible Study

8 a.m. St. Mary’s parish hall, 3 Federal St. “Sunday Readings in their Biblical Context.” Call Bev Stambaugh at (508) 228-5895 for more information.

Birding Nantucket

6:30 a.m. Meet at 2 Vestal St. Families travel the island’s diverse habitats to discover the variety of birds at home on Nantucket. Free for Maria Mitchell Association members; $15 per adult, $10 per child for non-members. 

Celebrations!

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 47 Union St. The museum’s summer 2008 exhibition displays rare baskets, wood and antique ivory carvings, scrimshaw and paintings used by Nantucketers to commemorate and celebrate island life’s special occasions. Free with museum admission.

Church Tower Tour

10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. You really haven’t seen Nantucket until you have seen it from the tower of the Old North Church. The enclosed 94-step climb has several stopping points for resting and a museum level with historic photographic displays. Tours run daily except Sundays. Call (508) 228-9115 for more information.

Free English Classes: Beginners

6-7 p.m. in the lower gallery, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. For those seeking to improve their English skills. The classes are open to all, conducted in English with no charge and no pre-registration required. For more information call (508) 228-8710 or 228-1382.

Free English Classes: Intermediate

6-7:15 p.m. in the Kynett Room, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. The classes are open to all, conducted in English with no charge and no pre-registration required. For more information call (508) 228-8710 or 228-1382.

Free English Classes: Advanced

7-8 p.m. in the lower gallery, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. The classes are open to all, conducted in English with no charge and no pre-registration required. For more information call (508) 228-8710 or 228-1382.

Marine Ecology tour

10 a.m. Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium, 28 Washington St. Daily except Wednesdays and Sundays. Family program provides a first-hand look at the unique sea creatures found on Nantucket. $10 per adult, $5 per child for MMA members; $15 per adult, $10 per child for non-members. Last walk for the season is Saturday, Sept. 6.

“Moon Over Buffalo”

8:30 p.m. curtain downstairs at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. A high-spirited romp of mistaken identity, infidelity, intoxication, pratfalls and delusions of grandeur. Tickets are $25 and available at the Theatre Workshop box office, 2 Centre St.

Nantucket’s Presidential Documents

The Whitney Gallery, NHA Research Library, 7 Fair St. American presidents have been involved in the affairs of Nantucket from the days of the nation’s foundation. The NHA holds documents signed by almost every president from George Washington to Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Nature Journaling

3:30-4:30 p.m. Hinchman House, 7 Milk St. Using artistic talent and observation skills, students will sketch, collect and create the beginnings of a nature journal to take home. Grades 2-5. Free for Maria Mitchell Association members, $10 per child for non-members. Must call (508) 228-9198 to register.

NHA Walking Tour

Interpretive tours of the downtown area depart from the Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. Monday-Saturday at 4:30 p.m. $10 adults, $4 children; Free for NHA members. For more information, call (508) 228-1894, ext. 0.

Open Artist Studio-Miki Lovett

10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1 Skyline Drive. Open studio with Miki Lovett, handweaver. Visit the artist’s residence/studio where she creates her decorative, wearable and functional textiles, with demonstrations of weaving, marbling and spinning. Part of the 2008 Nantucket Arts Festival.

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Peter Foulger Gallery, Whaling Museum, 13 Broad St. The Nantucket Historical Association’s summer exhibit features the history, architecture and character of this small settlement on the eastern shore of Nantucket. On display through Nov. 11.

The Story Lady

11-11:30 a.m. Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. For children 3 and older. Join Paula Swain for a special storytime featuring classic tales. Free. No reservation required, but space is limited to 30 attendees.

Women’s Bible Study

10 a.m. 25 Pine Crest Drive. The group is currently studying “No Other Gods: Confronting Today’s Idols.” For more information call Louise Ozias at (508) 228-9040.

Women’s Chorus Rehearsals

7-8:30 p.m. Unitarian Church, 11 Orange St. The chorus sings primarily jazz, gospel, folk and world music, and is directed by Marcia Hempel. All are welcome. No audition necessary. For more information, call (508) 228-3802.

Friday, September 5

Garden Tour

3 p.m. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill Lane. The Nantucket Historical Association presents a tour of the Oldest House’s kitchen garden, whose use has been traced back to 1708. Free to NHA members, $5 for non-members.

“Lens & Brush” Exhibition Opening Reception

6-8 p.m. Artists Association of Nantucket, 19 Washington St. Part of the 2008 Nantucket Arts Festival.

“Moon Over Buffalo”

8:30 p.m. curtain downstairs at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. See Friday, Aug. 29 listing for details.

Open Night at Loines Observatory

9-10:30 p.m. 59 Milk Street Extension. Join Maria Mitchell Association astronomers for observations of the sky above. Weather permitting. Free for Maria Mitchell Association members; $10 per adult, $5 per child for non-members.

Wild Nantucket 

9 a.m. Meets at 2 Vestal St. Join Maria Mitchell Association naturalists in search of wildflowers, plants, birds and more. Binoculars available for loan or sale. Free for members, $10 adult/$5 child non-members.

Saturday, September 6

Birding Nantucket

8 a.m. at the Maria Mitchell Association Science Library, 2 Vestal St. See Thursday, Aug. 14 listing for details.

Black Heritage Trail

10 a.m. African Meeting House, 29 York St. A two-hour storytelling historical tour, led by a trained guide, visiting sites of importance to the island’s people of color. $10 donation per person. For more information call (508) 228-9833.

Classical Concert

8 p.m. First Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. Free. Baroque music with violinist Marc Thayer and cellist Mollie Glazer. Part of the 2008 Nantucket Arts Festival.

Concert: Organist Lawrence Young

4 p.m. Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. Young will present a benefit concert at the church on the newly restored 1831 Appleton organ. $15 admission; $10 for seniors and students. Tickets available at the door. For more information call (508) 228-9752.

Garden Tour

3 p.m. Oldest House, 16 Sunset Hill Lane. See Friday, July 25 listing for details.

Irish Concert: Tom O'Carroll   

7 p.m. Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India St. Dublin born folklorist, folk-singer and instrumentalist Tom O’Carroll brings a wealth of stories, humor, wit and history to his performances. He has played at concerts, festivals, colleges, libraries and pubs all over the U.S. and Canada, as well as his native Ireland, including a stint for one month in Seoul, South Korea. Free.

“Moon Over Buffalo”

8:30 p.m. curtain downstairs at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. See Friday, Aug. 29 listing for details.

Nantucket Clean Team

8-9 a.m. Meet in the Grand Union parking lot or the lot at Sanford Farm on Madaket Road. This week the volunteer group will be cleaning up the area around the farm. For more information go their website at www.ackcleanteam.org.

Nantucket Farmers & Artisans Market

9 a.m.-noon. Nantucket New School, 15 Nobadeer Farm Road. Local produce, flowers and hand-crafted items. Mark Carapezza will entertain this week with balloon art, guitar and other fun activities. Sponsored by Sustainable Nantucket. Weather permitting. For more information call (508) 228-3399.

Sunday, September 7

Comedy Improv Night

8:30 p.m. Theatre Workshop, downstairs in the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. Fresh, Live, Local: Nantucket’s own comedy improv troupe, comprised of hardy souls who tweak the nose of fear, eat at the table of danger, and occasionally drink from the bottle of triumph. Details and online reservations at www.theatreworkshop.com or call (508) 228-4305.

Concert: John Buttrick

5 p.m. First Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. A special evening concert with John Buttrick, this is a fundraising benefit concert for the Saltmarsh Center. Tickets are $15 per person and available in advance at the Saltmarsh Center or at the door.

Spoken Word Nantucket

2-4 p.m. UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station, 180 Polpis Road. Open mic and featured performances by Melissa Guillett with musical guests Tony Brown and Steven Cafaro of Duende. Free and open to the public.

“Treasures in Your Attic: Old and Rare Books”

3 p.m. Atheneum Great Hall, 1 India St. Ken Gloss, owner of The Brattle Book Shop in Boston, and an appraiser on PBS’ “Antiques Road Show,” will present a lecture on collecting and appraising old and rare books. Free.

Monday, September 8

NCMC Holiday Pops Rehearsal

7 p.m. NHS Chorus Room, 10 Surfside Road. The first rehearsal for the upcoming holiday concert with the NCMC/Nantucket School of Music jazz band. Conducted by Barbara Elder. New singers welcome. For more information call Barbara at (508) 228-1576 or Grace Noyes at (508) 228-5485.

Tuesday, September 9

Adult Skate Class

5-6 p.m. Nantucket Ice, 1 Backus Lane. For all levels. For more information call (508) 228-2516.

Affordable Insurance Enrollment

Nantucket Health and Human Services, 2 Fairgrounds Road. You may be eligible for Commonwealth Care, MassHealth or Commonwealth Care. The Cape and Islands Network for Access to Care will explain, educate and enroll people into Massachusetts health plans. For more information call (508) 325-7559.

HIV and Hepatitis Clinic

8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Nantucket AIDS Network, 35 Old South Road. See Thursday, July 31 listing for details.

Social Discussion on Life Issues

6-7 p.m. Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. Sponsored by the Professional Counselors Group, this is a time for anyone in the community to explore life’s challenges with a trained counselor. All are welcome.

Wednesday, September 10

Bingo

7:30 p.m. at the Odd Fellows Hall, Bartlett Road. Must be 18 to play. For more information call (508) 228-6149.

Black Heritage Trail

10 a.m. African Meeting House, 29 York Street. For more information see Saturday, July 26 listing.

“Moon Over Buffalo”

8:30 p.m. curtain downstairs at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. See Friday, Aug. 29 listing for details.

Noonlight Sonatas

Noon-1 p.m. The Congregational Church, 62 Centre St. Join pianist John Buttrick in this weekly concert as he plays many classical works from Bach to Rachmaninov combined with brief commentary.

Rotary Club

12:15 p.m. Faregrounds Restaurant, Fairgrounds Road. The weekly meeting of Nantucket’s Rotary Club, whose motto is “Service Above Self.”

“Time Out” For Caregivers

1 p.m. Room 201, Nanucket Cottage Hospital, 57 Prospect St. Sessions will focus on helping caregivers identify stress factors in their lives, learn about the impact of stress and experience specific techniques that will help relieve their stress. Provided by Hospice Care of Nantucket. RSVP to (508) 825-8325.

Writing Workshop

1:30 p.m. at the Saltmarsh Senior Center, 81 Washington St. It’s never too early or too late to become involved in the writing process: Begin your memoir, capture and preserve your life experiences, create a poem or write a short story. All are welcome. For more information call the Saltmarsh Senior Center at (508) 228-4490.

Thursday, September 11

Bible Study

8 a.m. St. Mary’s parish hall, 3 Federal St. See Thursday, Aug. 14 listing for details.

Birding Nantucket

6:30 a.m. at the Maria Mitchell Association Science Library, 2 Vestal St. See Thursday, Aug. 14 listing for details.

DAR Meeting

6 p.m. The Abiah Folger Franklin chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its annual pot luck dinner at the home of Chris and Beth Maury, 13 Whitetail Circle, Tom Nevers. Contact Dot Vollans at (508) 257-9858 or Beth Maury (508) 257-6313 for directions and info regarding the evening. Members and guests welcome.

Free English Classes: Beginners

6-7 p.m. in the lower gallery, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. See Thursday, Aug. 14 listing for details.

Free English Classes: Intermediate

6-7:15 p.m. in the Kynett Room, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. See Thursday, Aug. 14 listing for details.

Free English Classes: Advanced

7-8 p.m. in the lower gallery, Nantucket Atheneum, 1 India St. The classes are open to all, conducted in English with no charge and no pre-registration required. For more information call (508) 228-8710 or 228-1382.

“Historic Nantucket: Surfside Lifesaving Station”

2 p.m. Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union St. Author James Claflin shares his knowledge of our coastline's life-saving stations and Massachusetts Humane Society stations which stood guard over the island's shores. Learn about the rescue crews as they fought the seas to rescue shipwrecked mariners in their time of need.

HIV and Hepatitis Clinic

8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Nantucket AIDS Network, 35 Old South Road. See Thursday, July 24 listing for details.

Lifesaver Recognition Day

6 p.m. Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, 158 Polpis Road. Sponsored by the Egan Maritime Institute. For more information call (508) 228-2505.

“Moon Over Buffalo”

8:30 p.m. curtain downstairs at the Methodist Church, 2 Centre St. See Friday, Aug. 29 listing for details.

“The Story Lady”

11-11:30 a.m. Atheneum gallery, 1 India St. See Thursday, Aug. 28 listing for details.

Women’s Chorus Rehearsal

7 p.m. Unitarian Meeting House, 11 Orange St. The Women's Chorus of Nantucket rehearses every Thursday, singing folk, jazz, gospel and world music, and is open to all singers. For more information call Marcia Hempel at (508) 228-3802.

Coming Attractions