The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is hosting a lecture by Dr. Christopher Niezrecki, Professor and Chair of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML). The talk, entitled “Wind and Renewable Energy and Why it is Important for Our Future,” will take place on Wednesday, August 28 from 7 […]
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2019 Boston Pops on Nantucket Concert & a Time to Celebrate Raising $120 Million for Island Hospital
In front of the thousands gathered at Jetties Beach for the annual Boston Pops on Nantucket concert, Nantucket Cottage Hospital capital campaign chairman Bruce A. Percelay announced the successful completion of the hospital’s $120 million fundraising effort to build the island’s new healthcare facility. It marked the culmination of the […]
Top Tips on Finding Fun for Families & Kids on Nantucket Island
After enjoying a solid week of gorgeous beach days on Nantucket Island, it was almost a relief when we woke to overcast skies. But then the kids woke up, and we had a 4-year-old, 5-year-old, 7-year-old, and 10-year-old to keep occupied. The grownups in the house checked the Nantucket.net Calendar […]
What’s New on Nantucket: July 26, 2019
Handmade & One-of-a-Kind Looking for a very special jewelry piece that is locally made and inspired? check out Jessica Hicks at 2 Union Street. Her collections of cast shells, gemstones, and precious metals offer pieces for all occasions: every day wear to special events. With over 30 years of experience, […]
What’s New on Nantucket: July 19, 2019
THE Place to Shop for Kids For nearly 30 years, Pinwheels has been known as the premiere shop for kids on Nantucket. Parents shopping there in 2019 once wore the fun summer sets and party clothes they are now buying for their children. This one-stop shop for clothing, toys, and […]
What’s New on Nantucket: July 6, 2019
The Flight of Icarus + Co Owners Krys DeMauro and Caroline Mullen, high-school friends who are now business partners, have created a jewelry, art, and home collections that offer timeless pieces for customers. “We are both very drawn to the ocean and nature, and this island is a constant source […]
Old-Fashioned Fun on Nantucket for the Fourth
By Catherine Macallister Patriotism and good old’ fashioned family activities are what the Fourth of July on Nantucket is all about. From start to finish, Thursday, July 4 will be filled with activities for all ages. Start your day at the Unitarian Meeting House at 11 Orange Street where a […]