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Military march
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, over two dozen soldiers from across New England arrived on Nantucket on Friday, June 13 for a ceremonial "Ruck March" through town.
Freedom rings here
Nantucketers marked Juneteenth with a celebration at the African Meeting House on Wednesday.
Booked for the weekend
The Nantucket Book Festival returned last week, bringing four days of author talks, readings, and literary events to downtown venues.
Catching a dream
Dreamcatcher, the annual dinner and auction supporting Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket, or PASCON, was held Saturday at Nantucket Yacht Club.
Picture Perfect
Nantucket became one big canvas last week as artists of all skill levels set up their easels for the annual Plein Air Nantucket painting festival.
Cap and gown season
Nantucket High School sent off its class of 2025 in style Friday night, as nearly 150 graduates turned their tassels under clear skies at Vito Capizzo Stadium.
Swinging for a cause
It was game on this weekend as the 32nd annual Sam Sylvia golf tournament swung into action to support the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club.
Shell of a time
Nantucket's oyster fans came out of their shells this weekend for the NSA OysterFest, flocking to Cisco Brewers for a day of shucking and slurping.
Curtains up
Theatre Workshop of Nantucket opened its 2025 season last week with The Cottage.
A sparkling night
Friday's Starry Night fundraiser lit up the Nantucket Yacht Club with music and dance — all in support of the Homestead of Nantucket
Harborside picnic
The skies were a bit gray, but the mood was anything but at the second annual Family Picnic Day at the Creeks Preserve.
Island in bloom
It's looking more like summer by the day on Nantucket. Trees are filling out, lawns are lush, and gardens are blooming.
Threads of time
The Nantucket Historical Association is taking viewers "behind the seams" this summer with a deep dive into the island's history through clothing and textiles.
Rolling tribute
Engines may have led the way, but hearts steered the annual Ride for Baxter this weekend.
Pride on wheels
The annual Nantucket Pride car parade rolled through the island Saturday, starting and ending at Jetties Beach.
Pints of pride
Pride Month is officially underway, and Nantucket wasted no time getting the party started.
Race day returns
The Figawi sailboat race made a splash on Nantucket last weekend, as the annual event returned for its 54th edition.
Moonlit Stories
The new moon might not be visible from Earth, but its power shone brightly last weekend at the annual NEW Moon Festival.
Handmade and homegrown
The Farmers & Artisans Market is back on Cambridge Street, kicking off its summer season over the weekend with a fresh crop of homegrown and handmade goods.
March to remember
On Sunday, Nantucket honored its fallen heroes with the annual Memorial Day parade.