Art & Exhibitions |
Gallery Opening
Theme show entitled The Beginning of Summer. The Brigham Galleries, 54 Centre Street. www.thebrighamgalleries.com. |
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NISDA Faculty Show
Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts Group Show of painting, ceramics, photography & fiber by past and present faculty. NISDA, Seaview Farm Art Center, 23 Wauwinet Road. |
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Seasonal Events |
Independence Day Activities on Main Street
Free dunk tank, watermelon and pie eating contests, bike, trike and carriage contests, face painting and puppets. Volunteers needed. Sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission. 508-228-7213. |
Wednesday July 4 - 10-12:00PM |
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Independence Day Celebration
Participate in the three-legged race, wheelbarrow race, sack race, 500 race and the ever popular tug-of-war. Sponsored by Park & Recreation Commission. Jetties Beach. 508-228-7213. |
Wednesday July 4 - 5-6:30PM |
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Annual Fourth of July Fireworks
Nantucket Visitor Services is proud to sponsor the fireworks at Jetties Beach. Rain date is Tuesday, July 5th. 508-228-0925. |
Tuesday July 4 - 9:00PM |
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Plays & Shows |
Annual Community Green Thumb Flower Show
The Nantucket Garden Club, Inc. presents "Nantucket Reds". Entries will be accepted at this time at the White Elephant, 50 Easton St. For further information please contact 917-991-6637.. |
Tuesday July 10 - 8-1:00PM
Wednesday July 11 - 6-8:00PM |
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Circus Flora
a traditional European circus with modern theatre techniques. Proceeds benefit the Atheneum. Circus held at Tom Nevers Playing Fields. Contact the Atheneum for tickets. |
Friday July 27
Saturday July 28 |
Sunday July 28 |
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Auctions, Fairs & Sales |
Our Island Home Annual Summer Fair
Dog show, jewelry table, clothing, children's games, raffle, books, silent auction, balloons, white elephant, plants, tarot cards, tattoos, clowns, baked goods and furniture. Lunch at 11 AM. Rain or shine. Our Island Home, 9 East Creek Road. 508-325-5358.. |
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Rafael Osona Antiques Auction
Antiques auction featuring American and English furniture, decorations, Nantucket baskets & art, quilts, oriental carpets, jewelry, porcelains, maritime folk art. American Legion Hall, 21 Washington Street. 508-228-3942. |
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Annual Homestead Rocking Chair Fair
To benefit Nantucket¹s home for the elderly and featuring a picnic lunch, baked goods, handcrafts, yard sale and collectibles in the Homestead garden. No admission fee. The Homestead, 115 Main Street. 508-228-1135. |
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Saint Paul's Fair
Featuring handsome crafts, snacks, kid's games, a silent auction and much much more. Please join us! Location: Saint Paul's Church. Free admission. |
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Concerts & Benefits |
Thursday Noonday Concert
half-hour concert of organ music, jazz, and children's concerts. Suggested donation of $5 at the door. The Unitarian Church, 11 Orange Street. 508-228-5466. |
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Children's Beach Concert Series
at the bandstand at Children's Beach, featuring local bands. Sponsored by Parks & Recreation. |
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Competitions |
All Island 420 Race Series
Jetties Beach Site. |
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Annual Waiter/Waitress Race
The Race upon the Cobblestones! Carrying a tray and a flag all runners will race for a cash prize. The Atlantic Cafe, 15 South Water Street. 508-228-0570. |
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Nantucket Anglers' Club Annual Billfish Tournament
A 5.5 mile road race and 2 mile walk to promote awareness of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation¹s efforts across the island. Nantucket Conservation Foundation. Starts at Nantucket High School, 10 Sparks Avenue. 508-228-2884. |
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Annual Celebrity Hockey Game
Cheer on USA Women's and Men's Hockey players, NHL players and Boston personalities as they battle it out at the rink to benefit Nantucket Ice. At Nantucket Ice, CNB Community Rink, 1 Backus Ln. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children. For more information call 508-228-2516 |
Saturday July 14 - 4-6:00PM |
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Workshops & Lectures |
Field Ornithology Workshop
Travel the island¹s diverse habitats to discover first hand the variety of birds that call Nantucket home. Maria Mitchell Association. Hinchman House, 7 Milk Street. 508-228-9198. |
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The Art of Scrimshaw
Island Artist and Scrimshander Charles A. Manghis demonstrates this traditional folk-art and exhibits his newest artwork . Nina Hellman Antiques, 48 Centre Street. |
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Nantucket Plants: Why They Are, Where They Are
Program explores the fascinating subject of plants and their choice and adaptation to their environment on the island of Nantucket. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum, 49 Union Street, $4 Adults, $2 Children & Seniors, Free to NLBM Members. |
Thursday July 12 - 2:00PM |
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Guided Tours |
Whale Watching Excursions
Join Dr. Bob Kennedy and Shearwater Excursions on this unique voyage where you could spot whales, dolphins, sharks, and more! Sponsored by the Maria Mitchell Association & Shearwater Excursions . Location TBA. 508-228-7037. |
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Seal Cruise
Journey to Muskeget Island and meet the resident population of grey seals. Trips depart every day, call Shearwater Excursions at 508-228-7037 for times and to register. |
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