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James Gallagher

Theatre Workshop of Nantucket continues its run through early October of James Gallagher.

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Hurricane Lee

Nantucket was largely spared as Hurricane Lee moved north, but nevertheless the storm brought strong winds and bands of rain.

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A Night Under the Stars

A Night Under the Stars and the Karli M. Stahl Memorial Fund welcomed guests over the weekend to the White Elephant.

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Sankaty Swing

Nantucket Cottage Hospital recently held its annual Sankaty Swing golf tournament to raise money for island health care.

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Lifesavers Recognition Day

Annual Lifesavers Recognition Day, where the Egan Maritime Institute recognizes our everyday citizens and public safety officials for their lifesaving efforts.

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Whalers Football Home Opener

The Nantucket High School Whalers football team suffered its first loss of the season in Saturday's home game against Carver, falling 6 - 40 against the Crusaders.

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Maggie Rose Concert

American rock and soul singer Maggie Rose returned to Nantucket last week for an end-of-the-summer concert at the Chicken Box, benefitting Housing Nantucket.

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Reflecting on August

In today's Nantucket About Town, photographer Bill Hoenk shares scenes of August on Nantucket.

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Labor Day Dinner

The Nantucket Land & Water Council celebrated another successful summer season during its annual Labor Day dinner.

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Sidewalk Art Show

The Artists Association of Nantucket hosted its final sidewalk art show of the season over the weekend at the Visual Arts Center on Amelia Drive

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Surfing Franklin

The passing of Hurricane Franklin kicked up heavy surf over the weekend, drawing dozens of spectators and surfers to south shore beaches.

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Labor Day Weekend

Nantucket reveled in the last moments of a busy summer, closing out Labor Day weekend with farewells and excitement for the off-season.

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Nantucket Farms

Beyond the postcard-perfect beaches and cobblestone streets, Nantucket's farms form an essential but sometimes overlooked part of the island’s identity.

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Farmers and Artisans Market

Weather permitting, local farmers and artisans showcase their creations every Saturday through early Octoberduring the downtown Farmers & Artisans Market, organized by Sustainable Nantucket.

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Sea Shanties

Families and friends got musical with Nantucket Historical Association and Egan Maritime Institute during an installment of their Sea Shanties community concert series.

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Bowdoin & Lynx

Nantucket was treated to a remarkable display last week as the historic schooner Bowdoin sailed into the harbor during its first-ever visit to the island.

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Tim Russert Summer Groove

The Nantucket Boys & Girls Club held its annual Tim Russert Summer Groove benefit concert over the weekend.

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Nantucket Race Week

Nantucket Race Week took over the harbor and waterfront this past week with regattas, parties, and award ceremonies by co-sponsors Nantucket Yacht Club and Great Harbor Yacht Club to benefit Nantucket Community Sailing.

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BBQ, Bocce, & Bluegrass

Nantucket's Almanack Arts Colony welcomed families to its property in Polpis for its annual barbecue, bocce, and bluegrass benefit.

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