ACK FM in the Morning

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about February Free Potting month. Plus, MJ talks about some summer staff making a return and special menu items to help celebrate Dominican Independence day this week. Plus, learn about their "Friends of the Farm" program.  Learn more by visiting online at https://bartlettsfarm.com/ .

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about all of Bartlett's Valentine's day gift ideas and special meals and treats for your special person. Plus, MJ talks about their Superbowl food packages to help you enjoy for the big game. Plus, MJ talks about heading off island to search for new treats for all of us to enjoy at Bartle...

Doug chats with Nantucket Cottage Hospital's Chief Nursing Officer Aimee Carew-Lyons on how to safe and healthy during these extreme low temperatures. Aimee suggests wearing layers and making sure you stay dry if you have to be outside in this cold weather. She also suggests checking on your neighbors and making sure they are safe and warm. If you experience any signs of frostbite head to the...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about all of Bartlett's Valentine's day gift ideas for your special person. Plus, MJ talks about their Wine and Cheese pairing's on Friday's and their Superbowl packages to help you enjoy for the big game. Plus, learn about their garden sale happening now and sign up for their &...

Michelle Birmingham talks about everything new happening over at The Dance Space . Spring ballet classes and registration are opening soon and she discusses the performance of "Alice in Wonderland" happening at the Dreamland theater in June. Get all the details at  https://www.thedancespacenantucket.com/ .

Peter Burke of the Nantucket Chamber of Commerce stops in to the studio to chat about their upcoming Guide Book and the deadline to get your businesses information into them to be included for 2023. Peter also tells us about the many grants available this year including their Solid Rock Grant .

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about Bartlett's Super Bowl package for you to enjoy for the big game, daily dinner specials and the wines and beers that go with them. Also, this weekend check out how to make compound butters! Plus, learn about their garden sale happening now.  Learn more by visiting online at https://bartle...

Keegan Bartlett of Bartlett's Farm talks about all of the ways customers can save when they shop each week. Bartlett's Farm "Friends of the Farm" customer loyalty program offers many ways to save, including reward points, punch cards and digital coupons. Visit https://bartlettsfarm.com/ to learn more!

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about Bartlett's Super Bowl package for you enjoy, daily dinner specials and employees moving into new positions! 

Doug Risher and Anne Kuszpa discuss the upcoming "First Time Home Buyers" class being held by Housing Nantucket in March. People interested in attending can sign up at https://www.housingnantucket.org/ .

Join MJ as she discusses all the new things happening over at Bartlett Farm . This week she talks about Bartletts reopening and everything they have ready for you enjoy! 

We chat with Executive Director Mary Casey of the Hospital Thrift Shop about their upcoming donation days. The Hospital Thrift Shop is set to open up on specific days in the next few weeks to accept donations. The first donation day is Saturday January 14, 2023. The Hospital Thrift Shop helps benefit the Nantucket Cottage Hospital with donations each year. Learn more at  https://hospitalthriftshop...

Doug Risher talks with Libby Buck of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation and Edie Ray who is an avid "independent player" that participates each year. The Nantucket Christmas Bird Count takes place on Sunday, January 1. They are seeking volunteers for the event. If you want to volunteer, sign up by December 23rd at www.llnf.org .

Doug Risher talks with Frank Shadt of Nantucket Community Television about the upcoming showing of "Island Cup" at Dreamland Wednesday December 14. Frank talks about some of the stories that led to the making of this documentary based on the Nantucket Whalers and Martha's Vineyards football rivalry.

Heather Woodbury from Wicked Island Bakery and Lisa Wisentaner of Nantucket Cycling and Fitness discuss "Operation Sneaky Santa" and how you can donate to this great holiday cause! Stop in to one of these great local businesses to see how you can help! If you want to donate, visit their Venmo account today!

Doug Risher chat’s with Rocky Fox and Calie and Lana who are seniors at Nantucket High School. They tell us all about the upcoming December Delight taking place Saturday from 9am to 3pm at Nantucket High School.

Doug Risher and Anne Kuszpa discuss the Housing Lottery being held by Housing Nantucket. The lottery is open to residents through December 19th.

Doug Risher talks with Kevin Flynn about the comedy show this Saturday at Dreamland. Comedians Jackie Flynn and Kelly Macfarland perform for two shows Saturday December 3rd at 6pm and 9pm. Get info and tickets at nantucketdreamland.org .

It’s a Happy Day for Happy Place Living’s Holly Ruth Finigan as she comes on air to talk the pre launch of our debut memoir…. WHOLEHEARTEDLY : the one you want to find is you.  This “treasure hunt to Self” is a mix of stories and musings from her childhood, Nantucket and spiritual awakenings that taught her lessons in healing traumas, activating meditation practices, finding Self Love… and most im...

Doug Risher talks with Eric "EVT" Vantielen, Eric Shorey and Gabe Belyeu about their roles and parts in the Theatre Workshop of Nantuckets presentation of "Scrooge". Scrooge runs through December 10th at Bennett Hall 62 Centre Street. For tickets and info visit theatrenantucket.org .

Doug Risher chats with Executive Director Peter Burke of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce about all of the upcoming holiday festivities. Peter talks about the 48th Nantucket Christmas Stroll weekend, Holiday Red Ticket program and more! Visit www.nantucketchamber.org for all the details.

Doug Risher and Anne Kuszpa discuss the Housing Lottery being held by Housing Nantucket. Anne also talks about their upcoming Meet & Greet/Open House happening from 3-6pm on Tuesday the 15th. The Housing Nantucket lottery is open to residents through December 19th.

Doug Risher talks with Select Board candidate Malcolm MacNab. MacNab talks about the issues he believes need to be addressed, his roots right here on Nantucket and how residents should get out and vote.

Doug Risher chats with Lauren Murray of Murray's Toggery Shop. They discuss everything Murrays, including its long Nantucket history, inventory and what's coming in the future.

Doug Risher chats with Chris Sleeper of Pip and Anchor. Chris explains how Pip and Anchor helps by bringing ways Nantucket can be more sustainable, healthier and more delicious.