Community Update

Wynton Marsalis Explains the Riff on Martha's Vineyard

When Wynton Marsalis brought his Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra to Martha's Vineyard last week, an all-ages audience listened and laughed as the trumpeter led his group in an hour-long exploration of the music of Duke Ellington.

Becca Dissed & Night At The Inn: Lady Slipper Farm & The Summer People

Jacquelyn Onassis On Martha's Vineyard: A Vineyard Confidential Classic by Holly Nadler

What do we know about Jackie O? Islanders are close-mouthed about the twice-widowed cultural icon who summered on Martha's Vineyard from the early 1990s until her death 19 years ago.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Wynton Marsalis Plays Free Concert for Kids on Martha's Vineyard

Hear Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Friday morning at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School, free for kids up to age 18 and $20 for oldsters.

Tweeting 'The Vineyard': 'I Hate That I Like This Show'

"No one call me or text me while #TheVineyard is on. I need to be alone while I yell at my television!" - and other tweets from Week 4 of the reality TV show some people love to hate.

Milo's Bong & Fiona's Dreams: Ch 26 of Lady Slipper Farm And The Summer People

How To Meet President Obama: A Vineyard Confidential Classic

Do you bow? Shake? Agree to a pat-down while buying coffee at Alley's General Store? Here are some presidential etiquette tips from Vineyard Confidential's Holly Nadler.

"Jaws" Beer Can Returns

Now everyone can "crush it like Quint" with the reissued, limited-edition 1970s Narragansett Beer can design seen in "Jaws," which was filmed on Martha's Vineyard in 1974.

'The Vineyard' TV Show: 'Wow This is Bad'

"If you really fell asleep on the beach in Aquinnah you'd wake up in the morning with a skunk next to you," and other Facebook comments by viewers — pro and con — after the third episode of "reality" TV show "The Vineyard" on ABC Family.

TV Celebs, Artists Mix At Oak Bluffs Breakfast

About 150 people turned out for breakfast at Hooked in Oak Bluffs to celebrate the start of the 2013 Harlem Fine Arts Show, which runs Wednesday through Sunday at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School.

'Rents & A Macabre Rental: Chapter 25 of Lady Slipper Farm & The Summer People

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

‘The Vineyard’ TV Show Panned, But Fans Tune In

Not everybody hates the ABC Family TV series set on Martha’s Vineyard. Here’s what viewers said on Facebook after Episode 2, plus a link to watch online if you missed it Tuesday night.

How to Watch 'The Vineyard' Online

If you missed the season premiere of "The Vineyard," you can watch it online on the ABC Family website.

Strange Encounter of The 3rd or 4th Kind: Chapter 24 of Lady Slipper Farm & The Summer People

Larry David Decoded, by Holly Nadler

Understanding the "Seinfeld" creator and the Island's sole cult hero: A Vineyard Confidential classic.

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

Snark Attack: TV Reviewers Boo 'The Vineyard'

Unmixed reviews: Nobody in the media seems to like the new TV show set on Martha's Vineyard. Check these links to find out why.

"The Vineyard" TV Show Gets Scathing Reactions on Facebook

What are people saying about Tuesday night's premiere of "The Vineyard"?

Happy Couples, chapter 23 of Lady Slipper Farm And The Summer People

Prince Sully? King Brady? What Would Massachusetts Name the New British Prince?

What would you name the royal infant?

Happy Couples, chapter 23 of Lady Slipper Farm And The Summer People

Private Investigations

How do four friends with an organic farm on Martha's Vineyard cope with a bevy of high-maintenance summer customers? We're finding out in Holly Nadler's serial novel, "Lady Slipper Farm and the Summer People", with new chapters posting twice weekly.

Titus is Back from the Dead, And Nick Pitches Woo to Mandy

How do four friends with an organic farm on Martha's Vineyard cope with a bevy of high-maintenance summer customers? We're finding out in Holly Nadler's serial novel, Lady Slipper Farm and the Summer People, with new chapters posting twice weekly.

What's Playing at the Movies?

Check here to find show times for wide-release movies in Edgartown and Vineyard Haven. We also provide a link to the Martha's Vineyard Film Center schedule.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

John Belushi Film Screens, Jim Belushi MCs Youth Comedy on Martha's Vineyard

Jim Belushi appears Thursday at Alex's Place and a documentary about John Belushi screens Friday at the Martha's Vineyard Film Center.

What's Playing at the Movies on Martha's Vineyard?

Look for the Entertainment Cinemas listing to find show times for movies at the Edgartown multiplex, and check our Events listings for more movies at the Martha's Vineyard Film Center and other Island venues.

Danson, Steenburgen and More Rainy Day People (and Animals) on Martha's Vineyard

Today's marguee event is at Martha's Vineyard High School, where famed actors Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen read A.R. Gurney's Love Letters to benefit the Vineyard Playhouse. Show time is 7:30 p.m.

Bars Now Open Later in Edgartown

And this Wednesday through Saturday, they're open later still.

What's Playing at the Movies on Martha's Vineyard?

Look for the Entertainment Cinemas listing to find show times for movies at the Edgartown multiplex, and check our Events listings for more movies at the Martha's Vineyard Film Center and other Island venues.

Jimmy Tingle Talks Up Art Buchwald Possible Dreams Auction July 28

With Possible Dreams still a month away, comedian Jimmy Tingle is already on the job drumming up excitement and support for this star-studded annual auction benefiting Martha's Vineyard Community Services.

"1-2-3, Library!" Edgartown Kids Look to the Future

What will the next Edgartown Public Library look like? Get a sneak preview in our mini-video from Monday afternoon, when library trustees and town selectmen joined with local schoolchildren to celebrate the start of the building project.

After Earth in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

MVY Music Hour Airs on FM Tonight

Starting tonight at 9, WCAI in Woods Hole is broadcasting local music during the MVY Music Hour with Barbara Dacey the last Sunday of each month at 90.1 FM.

Pee Wee's Vineyard Playhouse? Benefit Draws Hollywood Actors

Los Angeles celebrities turned out Saturday for a Tinseltown benefit in support of the Vineyard Playhouse, which is undergoing renovations. Supporters pledged to endow the ladies' bathroom stalls, among other parts of the theater.

Fresh Donuts & Mini Golf: Vacation Week Begins on Martha's Vineyard

Back Door Donuts returns nightly and Island Cove Adentures is open daily through school vacation. Here are 56 more things to do this weekend and during vacation week on Martha's Vineyard.

Martha's Vineyard Teen Voted Finalist in Female-Drummer Contest

Your votes helped propel West Tisbury's Maddie Scott, 16, to the top 10 under-18 finalists in the international Hit Like a Girl drumming competition sponsored by DRUM! magazine. Winners will be announced April 18.