MV Democrats

The Martha’s Vineyard Democrats are holding a meeting this Saturday, Jan. 14. from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Howes House in West Tisbury.

The guest speaker is Mary Jane Sorrentino, a sustainability consultant with Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project. Ms. Sorrentino will present a half-hour program on elements of the climate crisis. She is a graduate of Fordham University, holds a master’s from George Washington University and is currently a candidate for an MS degree from Antioch in Environmental Studies.

ACE MV Registration

Registration is now open for the Adult and Community Education (ACE MV) winter and spring classes.

Course offerings include, well, just about anything you can think of including arts, music, dance, business, computers, education, parenting, cooking, health, history, languages, writing, the list goes on and on. Many classes earn college credits too through Cape Cod Community College and Fitchburg State, all taught on Island

Alzheimer’s Support

A group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia will begin meeting on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. for the next 12 weeks. The first meeting takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 18.

Topics to be discussed include managing medications, the lonely and isolating experience of caretaking, behavior issues, activities of daily living, taking care of yourself, talking with others about dementia, managing family issues and more.

Art in the Stacks

The Friends of the Vineyard Haven Public Library are presenting an exhibit of paintings by Brazilian artist Bella, also known for her work as a musician, singer, songwriter, playwright, and puppeteer. The exhibit will be on display during regular library hours through Feb. 4.

For more details, call 508-696-4211.

Rep. Keating to Visit

U.S. Rep William R. Keating (D-Mass.) is scheduled to visit Martha’s Vineyard Monday for a series of tours and meetings.

Sylvia-Haveard Benefit

On Saturday, Jan 7, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight there will be a fundraiser for the family of Bethany (Sylvia) Haveard. The event will take place at the P.A. Club in Oak Bluffs and includes appetizers, a cash bar, silent and live auctions, and music featuring Morgan Reltza, Megan LaRoque and guests.