Annual Influx Begins as Island Prepares for Summer

Mike Creato gets the iconic red biplane ready to fly.
Mike Creato gets the iconic red biplane ready to fly.
Ray Ewing
Mike Creato gets the iconic red biplane ready to fly.
Mike Creato gets the iconic red biplane ready to fly.
Ray Ewing
The "Thimble" and "Patrol II" in Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The Thimble and Patrol II in Vineyard Haven Harbor.
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The "Thimble" and "Patrol II" in Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The Thimble and Patrol II in Vineyard Haven Harbor.
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The ferry unloads its contents of passengers.
The ferry unloads its contents of passengers.
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The ferry unloads its contents of passengers.
The ferry unloads its contents of passengers.
Ray Ewing
A throng of activity around the Vineyard Haven terminal.
A throng of activity around the Vineyard Haven terminal.
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A throng of activity around the Vineyard Haven terminal.
A throng of activity around the Vineyard Haven terminal.
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The facade of The Green Room in Vineyard Haven gets gussied up.
The facade of The Green Room in Vineyard Haven gets gussied up.
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The facade of The Green Room in Vineyard Haven gets gussied up.
The facade of The Green Room in Vineyard Haven gets gussied up.
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A line of cars exits the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
A line of cars exits the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
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A line of cars exits the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
A line of cars exits the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
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The first of many tour busses at The Aquinnah Circle.
The first of many tour buses at The Aquinnah Circle.
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The first of many tour busses at The Aquinnah Circle.
The first of many tour buses at The Aquinnah Circle.
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A blooming beach plum bush means the height of spring.
A blooming beach plum bush means the height of spring.
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A blooming beach plum bush means the height of spring.
A blooming beach plum bush means the height of spring.
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Shops in Oak Bluffs have their wares on display.
Shops in Oak Bluffs have their wares on display.
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Shops in Oak Bluffs have their wares on display.
Shops in Oak Bluffs have their wares on display.
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Locals and visitors alike stream off the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
Locals and visitors alike stream off the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
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Locals and visitors alike stream off the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
Locals and visitors alike stream off the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
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Not a parking spot in sight on Circuit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)uit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)
Not a parking spot in sight on Circuit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)
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Not a parking spot in sight on Circuit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)uit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)
Not a parking spot in sight on Circuit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)
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The opening of Coop De Ville is another harbinger of the season.
The opening of Coop De Ville is another harbinger of the season.
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The opening of Coop De Ville is another harbinger of the season.
The opening of Coop De Ville is another harbinger of the season.
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Vessels of all kinds are prepared in Edgartown Harbor.
Vessels of all kinds are prepared in Edgartown harbor.
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Vessels of all kinds are prepared in Edgartown Harbor.
Vessels of all kinds are prepared in Edgartown harbor.
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The start of fishing season is also upon us.
The start of fishing season is also upon us.
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The start of fishing season is also upon us.
The start of fishing season is also upon us.
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Jake Gifford of Lazy Frog is excited for the bigger crowds.
Jake Gifford of Lazy Frog is excited for the bigger crowds.
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Jake Gifford of Lazy Frog is excited for the bigger crowds.
Jake Gifford of Lazy Frog is excited for the bigger crowds.
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"Lady M." is looking ready for the season.
Lady M. is looking ready for the season.
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"Lady M." is looking ready for the season.
Lady M. is looking ready for the season.
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Information is free at the kiosk in Oak Bluffs.
Information is free at the kiosk in Oak Bluffs.
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Information is free at the kiosk in Oak Bluffs.
Information is free at the kiosk in Oak Bluffs.
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[l-r] Lisa Greene, Chris Greene, Todd Dodge, Jodie Suhl (visting Oak Bluffs).
[l-r] Lisa Greene, Chris Greene, Todd Dodge, Jodie Suhl (visting Oak Bluffs).
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[l-r] Lisa Greene, Chris Greene, Todd Dodge, Jodie Suhl (visting Oak Bluffs).
[l-r] Lisa Greene, Chris Greene, Todd Dodge, Jodie Suhl (visting Oak Bluffs).
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Fresh white paint abounds in Edgartown.
Fresh white paint abounds in Edgartown.
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Fresh white paint abounds in Edgartown.
Fresh white paint abounds in Edgartown.
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One last coat of paint on The Newes Pub in Edgartown.
One last coat of paint on The Newes Pub in Edgartown.
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One last coat of paint on The Newes Pub in Edgartown.
One last coat of paint on The Newes Pub in Edgartown.
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The Woods Hole coming into Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The Woods Hole coming into Vineyard Haven Harbor.
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The Woods Hole coming into Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The Woods Hole coming into Vineyard Haven Harbor.
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The sidewalks of Circuit Avenue seem more full each day.
The sidewalks of Circuit Avenue seem more full each day.
Ray Ewing
The sidewalks of Circuit Avenue seem more full each day.
The sidewalks of Circuit Avenue seem more full each day.
Ray Ewing
Mike Creato gets the iconic red biplane ready to fly.
The "Thimble" and "Patrol II" in Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The ferry unloads its contents of passengers.
A throng of activity around the Vineyard Haven terminal.
The facade of The Green Room in Vineyard Haven gets gussied up.
A line of cars exits the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
The first of many tour busses at The Aquinnah Circle.
A blooming beach plum bush means the height of spring.
Shops in Oak Bluffs have their wares on display.
Locals and visitors alike stream off the ferry in Vineyard Haven.
Not a parking spot in sight on Circuit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)uit Avenue. (seen from the Oak Bluffs Inn Tower)
The opening of Coop De Ville is another harbinger of the season.
Vessels of all kinds are prepared in Edgartown Harbor.
The start of fishing season is also upon us.
Jake Gifford of Lazy Frog is excited for the bigger crowds.
"Lady M." is looking ready for the season.
Information is free at the kiosk in Oak Bluffs.
[l-r] Lisa Greene, Chris Greene, Todd Dodge, Jodie Suhl (visting Oak Bluffs).
Fresh white paint abounds in Edgartown.
One last coat of paint on The Newes Pub in Edgartown.
The Woods Hole coming into Vineyard Haven Harbor.
The sidewalks of Circuit Avenue seem more full each day.

With Memorial Day comes the unofficial start to the busy summer season. Across the Island, store owners are unboxing new merchandise and home owners are putting one last coat of paint of the fence.

Island Students Celebrate Memorial Day

Edgartown students cast their flowers away.
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Edgartown students cast their flowers away.
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Chilmark school students hold flowers for memorial day.
Chilmark school students hold flowers for memorial day.
Albert O. Fischer
Chilmark school students hold flowers for memorial day.
Chilmark school students hold flowers for memorial day.
Albert O. Fischer
Flowers float away in Menemsha harbor.
Flowers float away in Menemsha harbor.
Albert O. Fischer
Flowers float away in Menemsha harbor.
Flowers float away in Menemsha harbor.
Albert O. Fischer
School bands play patriotic favorites.
School bands play patriotic favorites.
Albert O. Fischer
School bands play patriotic favorites.
School bands play patriotic favorites.
Albert O. Fischer
Student rings the bell at the Coast Guard station.
Student rings the bell at the Coast Guard station.
Albert O. Fischer
Student rings the bell at the Coast Guard station.
Student rings the bell at the Coast Guard station.
Albert O. Fischer
Peeking under the dock.
Peeking under the dock.
Albert O. Fischer
Peeking under the dock.
Peeking under the dock.
Albert O. Fischer
Chilmark school students throw their flowers in the harbor.
Chilmark school students throw their flowers in the harbor.
Albert O. Fischer
Chilmark school students throw their flowers in the harbor.
Chilmark school students throw their flowers in the harbor.
Albert O. Fischer
Albert O. Fischer
Albert O. Fischer
Oak Bluffs students gather Alley Waban Park.
Oak Bluffs students gather Alley Waban Park.
Addison Antonoff
Oak Bluffs students gather Alley Waban Park.
Oak Bluffs students gather Alley Waban Park.
Addison Antonoff
Flowers float away at the beach in Oak Bluffs.
Flowers float away at the beach in Oak Bluffs.
Addison Antonoff
Flowers float away at the beach in Oak Bluffs.
Flowers float away at the beach in Oak Bluffs.
Addison Antonoff
Addison Antonoff
Addison Antonoff
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
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Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
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Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
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Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
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Isaac Winters plays Taps.
Isaac Winters plays Taps.
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Isaac Winters plays Taps.
Isaac Winters plays Taps.
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Kenny MacDonald gives a heartfelt speech.
Kenny MacDonald gives a heartfelt speech.
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Kenny MacDonald gives a heartfelt speech.
Kenny MacDonald gives a heartfelt speech.
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Marching back to school.
Marching back to school.
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Marching back to school.
Marching back to school.
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Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Jeanna Shepard
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Jeanna Shepard
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Jeanna Shepard
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Students line up before marching.
Students line up before marching.
Jeanna Shepard
Students line up before marching.
Students line up before marching.
Jeanna Shepard
An honor guard leads the way.
An honor guard leads the way.
Jeanna Shepard
An honor guard leads the way.
An honor guard leads the way.
Jeanna Shepard
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Jeanna Shepard
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Jeanna Shepard
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Jeanna Shepard
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Jeanna Shepard
Chilmark school students hold flowers for memorial day.
Flowers float away in Menemsha harbor.
School bands play patriotic favorites.
Student rings the bell at the Coast Guard station.
Peeking under the dock.
Chilmark school students throw their flowers in the harbor.
Oak Bluffs students gather Alley Waban Park.
Flowers float away at the beach in Oak Bluffs.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Edgartown School students gather at Memorial Wharf.
Isaac Winters plays Taps.
Kenny MacDonald gives a heartfelt speech.
Marching back to school.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Tisbury School students gather at Owen Park.
Students line up before marching.
An honor guard leads the way.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.
Throwing flowers into Vineyard Haven harbor.