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Island of lights: Illumination on Martha’s Vineyard

August 17, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

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It’s only fitting that the Grand Illumination in Cottage City, Oak Bluffs lands just days before President Obama and his family arrive for their Martha’s Vineyard vacation. Over a century ago, this wonderful tradition was created to welcome the Governor of Massachusetts to the island. This Wednesday night, August 19, 2009, as the sun sets [...]

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Is Obama Coming to Martha’s Vineyard or Not?

April 20, 2009 By Anne Mayhew 1 Comment

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There is so much speculation surrounding President Obama’s summer plans. Will he come to Martha’s Vineyard? Will Michelle, Malia and Sasha spend a month here and will the girls go to camp? Will they stay in Edgartown or on East Chop? Is Washington saying ‘no’ because they’re trying to keep it a secret? Or because [...]

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