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A dazzling display
The Fourth of July came to a sparkling close with the traditional fireworks display at Jetties Beach.
Fun on the Fourth
Red, white, and blue were the colors of the weekend as thousands flocked to Nantucket to celebrate the nation's independence.
Bottoms up for baskets
The Nantucket Historical Association's annual summer fundraiser returned Friday evening with a refreshed name and expanded offerings.
Shining bright for S.T.A.R.
Families, friends, and supporters gathered for the annual Shoot for the Stars gala, celebrating more than two decades of inclusive programming for islanders with special needs.
Race day at the bog
Hundreds of runners and walkers hit the trails of the Milestone Cranberry Bog for the 24th annual Race for Open Space, a fundraiser for the Nantucket Conservation Foundation.
From page to screen
Elin Hilderbrand fans gathered Sunday morning for an intimate garden party celebrating the bestselling Nantucket author and her recent transition from page to screen.
Conversations in comedy
Another festival favorite, the All-Star Comedy Roundtable, made a triumphant return to Nantucket High School over the weekend after a seven-year hiatus.
Storytellers spotlighted
Behind every great performance is a script, and on Saturday night the writers got their due.
The art of oversharing
Nothing was off-limits Thursday night as Late Night Storytelling returned to a sold-out crowd at the 'Sconset Casino.
Dancing with pride
Pride Month festivities continued Sunday with a tea dance at the Nantucket Inn.
Strings across generations
The Boston Civic Symphony made its return to Nantucket over the weekend with a free concert that hit all the right notes.
Return to the mat
After a five-year hiatus, Nantucket's yoga and wellness community found its flow again with the launch of the Happy Place Wellness Symposium, a fresh reimagining of the former Nantucket Yoga Festival.
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.