Community Corner
Weekend Planner: February 4 - 5
A Black History Month breakfast, the last Makos home meet, a peace rally, Super Bowl lobster rolls and much more all happening this weekend
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4th
Black History Month Breakfast Program
The League of Women Voters is hosting a Black History Month Breakfast Program at the in West Tisbury. Keynote speaker will be Natalie Dickerson, former president of the MV NAACP. 9 am. For more information, call 508-693-7914.
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Sculptures That Fly
This weekend’s Saturday Art Adventure at presents Sculptures That Fly for children ages 3-8 with Lani Carney. From 9 am to noon. $45. For more information, call 508-693-1850 or visit featherstoneart.org.
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Saturday Squirrels & Coyotes
: Saturday Squirrels and Coyotes will meet at the Head of the Pond (aka Red Beach) in Aquinnah at 10am. Explore the pond, look for otter tracks, sneak up on ducks and perhaps gather some yummies. Bring a backpack (not a grocery bag) with your lunch and water. Dress warm to be outside all day with hat, gloves and waterproof boots. Directions from Chilmark, cross Aquinnah town line, take a right on Lobsterville Rd, stay on the main road and keep to your right twice, the road will end at the pond parking lot.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford the Big Red Dog will visit the at 10:30 am and the at 3:30 pm. Sponsored by Martha’s Vineyard Library Association’s Children’s Librarians. For more information, call 508-645-3360.
Peace Rally
The MV Peace Council and Occupy MV are holding a Peace Rally from noon to 1 pm at Five Corners in Vineyard Haven. For more information, call 508-693-7741 or visit worldcantwait.net.
Makos Feeding Frenzy Pasta Dinner
Come to the and enjoy a delicious meal lovingly prepared by and served by the Makos themselves! $15 for individual tickets. $45 for a family ticket. Tickets sold in advance at the Y Member Service Desk and at the door night of the event. Tickets must be presented to attend the dinner. For more information, call 508-696-7171 ext. 775.
MVFF Winter Film Series Dinner and Movies
The Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival presents the last night of their Winter Film Series at the . Come at 5:00 for music, face painting, and a kid-friendly dinner made with fresh local ingredients. Kids Films start at 5:30 and are free for members, $5 for non-members. Dinner made by Beetlebung Farm's Chris Fischer starts at 6:30 and live music will be played by Gregg Harcourt & Mary Wolverton. Help MVFF go green by bringing your own plates, cups, and utensils. $5 Kids, $10 Adults. The feature film, The Island President, starts at 7:30 pm. $6 for members, $12 for non-members
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5th
Farm Junior Discovery Program
holds their Farm Junior Discovery Program from 9:30 am -11 am for children ages 8 and up. Children under 8 are welcome with parent or guardian. Limited space available and pre-registration is required. For more information, call 508-693-5554 or register online at islandalpaca.com.
Makos Home Swim Meet
Makos last home meet of the season starts at 10 am at the Free. For more information, call 508-696-7171.
Meditation Session
There is a Meditation Session at the Bodhi Path Buddhist Center at 21 Laurand Drive in West Tisbury. 10 am. For more information, call 508-696-5929.
From Picture to Painting
Kenneth Vincent is teaching: From Picture to Painting: A How to Class for Acrylic and Oil Painters at . 11 am - 1 pm. $30. For more information, call 508-693-1850 or visit featherstoneart.org.
Super Bowl Lobster Rolls
in Vineyard Haven will be serving from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Get a roll, chips, and beverage for $15, a hot dog for $3 and slice of pie for $4. There is a Super Bowl Special of four rolls for $50. For more information, or to place large orders, call 508-693-0332.
Land Bank Walk
staff will lead a guided walk at Reservation in West Tisbury and Chilmark. The walk will start at 1 pm and last approximately 1.5 hours. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots. Rain or shine. For more information, call 508-627-7141.
Opera on Sundays
Opera on Sundays presents Verdi’s “The Masked Ball” at the in Vineyard Haven. 1 pm. $15; $11 for seniors & children. For more information, call 508-696-9200.
Sunday Projects at the Farm Institute
Adults and children 8 and over are welcome to take part in Sunday Projects at the . Projects may include giving animals new bedding, moving and stacking hay, organizing garden sheds, mucking stalls or moving livestock fencing. 1 pm - 2 pm. For more information, call 508-627-7007.
Sunday with Friends: Andrea Rogers
As part of the Sunday with Friends series, Andrea Rogers, founder of the , will speak at 2 pm at the . Rogers will discuss the history and highlights of the festival. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 508-696-4211.
Super Bowl Party
Starting at 4 pm,in Oak Bluffs will host a Super Bowl Party. Enjoy the big game and a free half-time buffet. For more information, call 508-693-7129.
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