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Reflecting on 2024
Enjoy a selection of Photographer Bill Hoenk’s favorite photos from 2024.
Big Win for Whalers
The Nantucket High School varsity football team played at home last night against St. John Paul II.
Levitate Flannel Jam
Flannel-wearing fans gathered at Cisco Brewers on Monday for the sold-out Levitate Flannel Jam.
Wet Paint Weekend
The Artists Association of Nantucket concluded its annual Wet Paint Weekend, held from Friday, October 11 to Sunday October 13, with a live auction at the Nantucket Yacht Club
Nantucket Half Marathon
The Nantucket Half Marathon was held over the weekend, drawing more than 700 participants to raise funds in support of youth sports on the island.
Fall Fashion Shown
The Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce showed off the latest trends and styles for the upcoming season during its annual Fall Fashion Show.
Autumn Leaves Opening Reception
On Friday, the Artists Association of Nantucket held an opening reception at the Big Gallery on Straight Wharf for its Autumn Leaves exhibition.
Whalers vs. Dolphins
The Nantucket High School varsity football team suffered a tough loss on Thursday, falling 21-7 to Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School.
PDGA Disc Golf Tournament
On Sunday, both seasoned and novice disc golfers gathered at the Nantucket Disc Golf Course off Lovers Lane for a Professional Disc Golf Association tournament.
Casino Night
Nantucket Ice hosted its Casino Night fundraiser at the White Elephant, bringing in strong support for the local ice rink.
Scalloper’s Ball
This year's Scalloper's Ball was held Thursday at Nantucket Yacht Club, kicking off the scalloping season with music, dancing, and seafood.
Fishing for Scallops
Recreational fishing for scallops began Wednesday with a partly sunny and breezy weather pattern.
Race for Recovery
The annual Race for Recovery happened on Nantucket Sunday afternoon, with both run and walk race events for those of different abilities
The Nantucket Project
The annual autumn event, The Nantucket Project, co-founded in 2011 by Tom Scott and Kate Brosnan, brings world thought leaders from businesses, politics, the arts, and more to Nantucket for three days.
Whalers v.s. Blue Knights
The Whalers football team fell 33-0 to Sandwich Middle High School.
Homecoming Parade
On Saturday, a parade of decorated floats left Nantucket High School and weaved through town.
Pep Rally and Bonfire
Whaler pride filled the air this weekend at Nantucket High School as students, fans, and athletes gathered to celebrate homecoming 2024.
Chamber Membership Celebration
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce members gathered Tuesday night at Nantucket Dreamland for the chamber's annual awards ceremony and membership celebration.
Gone Fishing
Every fall, Nantucket is seized by fish fever as popular saltwater fishing tournaments like August Blues, Nantucket Inshore Classic, and Bluefin Blast get underway.
Nantucket Island Fair
The annual Nantucket Island Fair was held over the weekend at the Nantucket Ice community rink on Backus Lane.