Events

Apr. 24

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A Pond Point of View

The great ponds of Martha’s Vineyard are ecologically rare and culturally precious. These fascinating bodies of water have played a critical role in the lives of our community throughout time. Join Ollie Becker, Andrew Jacobs, and Emily Reddington to learn more about the current challenges facing our great ponds and how to protect them. Their insights will be accompanied by excerpts from Circuit Film's acclaimed Great Pond film series.

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151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Apr. 25

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Transforming Beach Treasure

Join Laurisa Rich, founder of Beach Befrienders, a program of Vineyard Conservation Society, for a lively discussion and workshop about the treasures to be found while cleaning up the Island's beaches. As Laurisa speaks, create a beach treasure bag to take home with you. Or, you can donate it for an Earth Day Festival prize.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Apr. 26

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Friday Reset with Dave Willis

Kick off your weekends with The Friday Reset! Join MVM every Friday in April for an evening of relaxation, community, and music. There's plenty to do for all ages, from our children's Hands-On history play space to performances by local musicians, delicious bites and beverages from Aquila MV at the First Light Cafe, and stunning sunset views over Lagoon Pond. This week: Dave Willis with Bobby Keys

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Apr. 27

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Earth Day Conservation Festival

Throughout the year, many organizations work together to protect and sustain our Island's precious waters, natural areas, and biodiversity. This Earth Day, they are gathering together again at the Museum to celebrate their conservation efforts and share their knowledge with the Island community. The festival will offer interactive booths, environmental trivia, eco-friendly crafts for kids, and a chance to meet the faces behind the Island's leading environmental organizations.

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151 Lagoon Pond Road 
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

Apr. 29

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Afternoon Tea Tasting with Holly Bellebuono and Missy Harding

Taste delicious teas dive into the fascinating world behind them with Holly Bellebuono, acclaimed herbalist and author, and Missy Harding, CEO of Vineyard Herbs. Discover the nuances between true teas and herbal tisanes, learn the art of blending and brewing for optimal flavor, and explore the medicinal benefits of various herbs. MVM Research Librarian, Bow Van Riper, will also join to share about the lore surrounding Island tea houses. Don’t miss this aromatic journey through tea traditions!

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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Apr. 30

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Before the Bite: Insights into Tick Ecology and Safety

Join Patrick Roden-Reynolds for an exploration of the basics of tick ecology and behavior. Patrick is the Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and a Public Health Biologist for the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaborative. His work focuses on education and surveillance of vector-borne diseases and their vector populations. With an emphasis on the ‘Before the Bite' mantra, Patrick will cover the most important prevention tactics and provide updates on lone star ticks, Alpha-gal syndrome, and other current topics.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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May. 1

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A Legacy of Conservation and Regenerative Farming

Wildlife biologist and forester, Bob Woodruff came to the Island in 1970 as the first leader of the Vineyard Conservation Society and creator of the Island's first Earth Day. A respected conservation pioneer, he continues his work to this day. Bob's son, Andrew Woodruff, is the owner of Whippoorwill Farm in West Tisbury and has served as Island Grown Initiative's Regenerative Farming Consultant for the past several years. Join Bob and Andrew to hear about that first Earth Day and their ongoing conservation work.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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May. 2

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ferries and Steamers: From Sailboats to Sidewheelers, 1700-1900

This four-part lecture series by MVM Research Librarian Bow Van Riper traces the story of Vineyard ferries from the early 1700s to the present day: from sail to steam to diesel, by way of storms, shipwrecks, and strikes. Join us for a deep dive into the history behind the 'Ferry Tales' exhibit.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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May. 9

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ferries and Steamers: The Golden Age of Steam, 1900-1945

This four-part lecture series by MVM Research Librarian Bow Van Riper traces the story of Vineyard ferries from the early 1700s to the present day: from sail to steam to diesel, by way of storms, shipwrecks, and strikes. Join us for a deep dive into the history behind the 'Ferry Tales' exhibit.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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May. 16

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ferries and Steamers: The Islander and the Authority, 1945-1973

This four-part lecture series by MVM Research Librarian Bow Van Riper traces the story of Vineyard ferries from the early 1700s to the present day: from sail to steam to diesel, by way of storms, shipwrecks, and strikes. Join us for a deep dive into the history behind the 'Ferry Tales' exhibit.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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May. 23

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ferries and Steamers: From Nantucket to Now, 1974-2024

This four-part lecture series by MVM Research Librarian Bow Van Riper traces the story of Vineyard ferries from the early 1700s to the present day: from sail to steam to diesel, by way of storms, shipwrecks, and strikes. Join us for a deep dive into the history behind the 'Ferry Tales' exhibit.

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Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

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