Sting Rays Play Tisbury

A dance party featuring the Sting Rays playing live music is set for Nov. 14 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Tisbury Senior Center in Vineyard Haven. Too shy to dance? There will also be an hors d’oeurves and drinks (non-alcoholic) table, and you can tap your toes without leaving your seat. All are welcome and there is no charge.

Kate Feiffer was elected to the board of the Martha’s Vineyard Film Society at its Oct. 23 meeting.

A regular attendee at film society screenings for many years, Ms. Feiffer also assisted with the Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival held in September.

The Vineyard Health Care Access Program is holding a public information meeting for legal permanent residents who used to have Commonwealth Care health insurance and lost their coverage due to state budget cuts. The new plan, called Commonwealth Care Bridge Health Plan, began for most of these members on Martha’s Vineyard on Nov. 1.

Representatives of CeltiCare, the health insurance company that offers the Commonwealth Care Bridge Health Plan, will discuss the benefits, costs and participating providers, and answer questions.

The Martha’s Vineyard Mediation Program is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. To commemorate the milestone, we are hosting an event on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 1 p.m. at the Dukes County Court House in Edgartown.

Lunch Hour Health Talks

A monthly series of lunch hour health talks with registered nurse Nicole Barlett will begin on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 11 a.m. at the Tisbury Senior Center with a program on osteoporosis. She will describe ways for all ages to nourish bones with diet; exercise will be included as well as a hearty bowl of kale soup.

Each month’s theme will focus on health issues and information about therapies, medications, diet and exercise. There is no charge, but please RSVP at 508-696-4205, Monday through Friday.