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Doug sits down with Amy Lee the President of Nantucket Cottage Hospital. Amy stops in to discuss the brand new Mass General Brigham's New Virtual Urgent Care on Demand. This new service will give residents an alternative to going to the E.R. or urgent care in person. It's designed for low level injuries and ailments and can be done from the comfort of your home. Available 7am to 11pm sev...

Doug is joined in studio with Jill Roethke and Jim Pignato to discuss Swim Across America which is taking place this Saturday July 22nd at Jetties Beach. Jill and Jim tell Doug all about the event that has been going on for the past 11 years right here on Nantucket. They urge listeners to consider swimming in the event or to donate. You can register or donate online by visiting  https://www.swimac...

Doug is joined in studio with Dr. Tim Lepore of Addiction Solutions and Dr. Catharina Armstrong  who is in charge of Infectious diseases and Addiction Medicine at Newton Wellesley Hospital where Catharina is also the founder of Substance Use Services. They talk about the running club Boston Bulldogs who are here on Nantucket to participate in the Triathlon. The Boston Bulldogs are a group of peopl...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she gives her farm grown update and mentions all the delicious beans and fresh herbs!  Enjoy big savings in the Garden center! Up to 30% off on trees and shrubs through July 31st. Plus, check out their American made cutting boards that will last you for years! And don't forget to sign up for one of thei...

Doug gets to talk with Connor and Lauren Murray in studio about Race For Recovery. Lauren and Connor tell us what the race is all about and how near and dear it is to them and a lot of others in this community. The race helps promote awareness of addiction and how people suffering can find help with Addiction Solutions of Nantucket. The Race For Recovery takes place Sunday September 24 at Bartlett...

Anne Kuszpa of Housing Nantucket stops in to talk about everything happening at Housing Nantucket, what's in the pipeline and the brand new $75,000 Community Investment tax credit that was just made available. She wants to bring it back to basics and let everybody know how Housing Nantucket is making a difference right here on the island. Anne also mentions the upcoming Maggie Rose concert ha...

Join Keegan as he discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week he gives us the farm grown update and discusses all the amazing locally grown produce for you to pick up this weekend! Keegan also let's us know that if you want their beautiful lilies, you'll have to get there early to get them. Plus, don't miss out on a big sale happening over at the gard...

Doug is joined in studio with Brian Flatow creator of Game Up Hard Hydration . Game Up is a brand new sports drink with alcohol! Brian tells Doug how they came up with the idea and the process to get it created and on Nantucket for you to enjoy this summer. You can try Game Up Hard Hydration for yourself right here on Nantucket. Pick it up today at Hatch's and Old South Liquors .

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she gives her farm grown update and discusses the amazing tiny sweet turnips that are great for grilling or broiling! MJ also updates us on the farm grown trucks are out and about making it easier for you to get their amazing produce. Plus, now Bartlett Farm is available via the Uber app! Also, don't mi...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she gives her farm grown update and discusses all the great veggies available! MJ also updates us on the garden center and what's new and delicious in the kitchen, including their famous lobster salad. Also, don't miss their Wines and Rinds - a wine and cheese tasting that happens on Friday June 23...

Doug get's to chat with Nantucket Native, Emmy winning writer and producer Donick Cary about his new film HAIL TO THE BREADSTICKS! which is being screened during the Nantucket Film Festival Sunday, June 25 at 1pm. Donick is well known for his time writing and producing for shows including Late Night with David Letterman, The Simpsons, Just Shoot Me, New Girl, Silicon Valley and more! Donick i...

Doug is joined with Nantucket Film Festival's Signature Program's Producer Beth Emelson and Senior Programmer Basil Tsiokos about all the amazing programming that has been scheduled for this year’s event! Beth tells us all about their signature programs including the special tribute Saturday night at the Sconset Casino hosted by Brian Williams . Basil talks about the four films being scr...

Doug is joined with filmmaker Rebecca Dreyfus . They discuss Rebecca's new film UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey which will be screened during this year’s Nantucket Film Festival . Rebecca talks about how the documentary got started and explains the storyline -  As a groundbreaking female photographer pursues her artistic vision over 40 years, she struggles to navigate...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about an amazing way to unwind and relax with yoga in the hay loft with Joanne from Dharma Yoga ! She also talks about the upcoming Blooming Bids Thursday June 22 from 5-7pm at Bartlett's brought to you by Fairwinds . You can buy tickets online at Bartlett Farms website. She also mentions thei...

Doug is joined with Nantucket Film Festival's Lead Programmer Anita Raswant and Program Manager Carly Reicho about all the amazing programming that has been scheduled for this year’s event. Anita tells us all about the film programs and spotlight films that feature some really big names! Up next Carly tells our listeners about all the family friendly programming including Green Carpet cinema...

Doug get's to talk everything Nantucket Film Festival with Executive Director Mystelle Brabbee and Festival Producer Jacklyn Rose Wohl . The veterans of the NFF talk about everything happening during the festival that runs June 21 through June 26 and how patrons can get passes to the screenings, signature programs, garden events and more! To get more info and tickets visit their website https...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about the amazing farm grown veggies like their hot house tomatoes, peter pan squash, basil and more! She breaks the news about losing their strawberry crop due to a root disease, but ensures they will be back and better than ever next year. She also mentions their fathers day BBQ menu is currently...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about the amazing farm grown hot house tomatoes that are back and perfect for "summer on a plate". She also mentions their fathers day BBQ menu is currently live. It's a menu for up to 4 people and is perfect for dinner on fathers day June 18th. Don't forget to sign up for their...

Michelle Birmingham talks about everything new happening over at The Dance Space . She stops in to discuss the upcoming performance of "Alice in Wonderland" happening at the Dreamland theater on Saturday June 3rd. There are 145 dancers aged 3 through 18 years of age involved in the performance. She also talks about the Nantucket Dance Theatre's Dance Festival July 6th through the 9t...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about the red white and blue planters available for Memorial Day weekend. She also mentions their fathers day BBQ menu going live. It's a menu for up to 4 people and is perfect for dinner on fathers day. They also are starting to get some more great farm grown produce including head lettuce an...

Anne Kuszpa of Housing Nantucket stops in to talk about the 6.5-million-dollar permanent override that was just approved during this past election. She explains why this is great news for Nantucket and how the money each year can be used to create rental and homeownership opportunities here on the island. She also reminds us that the Richmond Company's housing lottery's deadline is May 2...

Executive Director of the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Peter Burke stops in to talk about their Spring Survey for the Education Committee . The spring survey is designed to gain the public's opinion on what is important and what new committees to form to benefit the residents and businesses on the island. Everybody is invited to take the survey and that can be found online at https://...

Join MJ as she discusses all the things happening over at Bartlett's Farm . This week she talks about all the things they offer that will complement the Wine and Food Festival including amazing wines and picnics. She also talks about transplanting their organic corn to the fields. They also have everybody's favorites back this weekend including their delicious lobster salad, lobster roll...

Doug gets to chat with Volney Sinclair the Director of Retail for Mid Island Auto Wash and Island Energy Services about the " Local Card ". With the " Local Card " Nantucket year round residents can save a substantial amount of money on a year of car washes at their state of the art facility at 43 Sparks Avenue. For no additional cost you can start saving now on taking care of...

Doug is joined in studio with Elise Norton mother of Baxter who passed tragically in a motorcycle accident last December and Sandy Schulz of the Nantucket Health Club . They stop in to discuss the new Baxter Waldman Memorial Scholarship Fund and the upcoming motorcycle charity ride and food truck fundraiser happening on Sunday June 4, 2023. They also mention that the Nantucket Health Club is selli...