Time does not heal all wounds, at least for the Gulf Coast, which is why, three years after Hurricanes Rita and Katrina, Finding Our Folk, the New Orleans Hot 8 Brass Band, and the KatrinaRitaVille Express Trailer are coming to the Vineyard this weekend, under the leadership of Derrick Evans.

Alison Shaw Gallery Fine are photography of Alison Shaw. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m., or by appointment at 88 Dukes County avenue, Oak Bluffs, tel. 508-696-7429 or online alisonshaw.com.

Current exhibit: Yellow, continues through July 25.

Abode Gallery and Shop Paintings, photography and sculpture. Open by appointment at 224 Oak Lane, West Tisbury, tel. 914-830-9288 or online at vineyardabode.com.

Queen Bees and Wannabes author Rosalind Wiseman will square off with psychologist Michael Thompson in a discussion on the do’s and don’ts of raising girls versus boys on Wednesday at the Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center in Vineyard Haven.

Ms. Wiseman’s reputation has been built on striving for justice and empowerment for girls, and she has written and spoken extensively on the topic.

Gardener’s Diary

The Polly Hill Arboretum welcomes HGTV host Erica Glasener for two programs. Horticulturist and author Ms. Glasener has hosted A Gardener’s Diary for 13 years. She interviews gardeners from all walks of life. On Wednesday, July 16, at 7:30 p.m. she will present On the Road with a Gardener’s Diary featuring stories of the intriguing people who have created the gardens featured on her show.

Abstract Art Course

This afternoon, July 15, Roberta Gross introduces a new course at Featherstone called Exploring the Elements of Abstract Art.

The course delves into the creation of abstract art, a process using the very basic elements of lines, geometric and biomorphic shapes, texture and color.

Ms. Gross designed the workshops for anyone willing to try new ideas, both new and experienced painters, regardless whether their style is representational or abstract.

Popular American singer-songwriter Greg Brown will perform at Oak Bluffs’ historic Union Chapel on Wednesday, July 16, at 8 p.m.

He is nationally known as a familiar presence on Prairie Home Companion and for his deep, thundering voice, unpretentious musical vision, humor and warmth. Fellow Iowan Bo Ramsey will open the concert and continue to play with Mr. Brown.