The harvest moon heralds the transition from the vitality of summer to the quieter, more contemplative phase of autumn and winter. This shift symbolizes a move inward, toward reflection, intellectual pursuits and, of course, fishing. It is a time to reap what has been sown, both literally and figuratively.

For Elisha Wiesner, the drive to the jetty is a short one. He can likely guide his car around the curves of the familiar road without much thought and can likely make his way out the jetty knowing when to step left or right on the similarly familiar rocks. For him, fishing isn’t a frantic race to land the biggest catch, but more of a quiet pilgrimage. On the eve of his 50th birthday, he landed what many feel is the ultimate. As the sun began to paint the horizon in streaks of orange, pink and purple and as the harvest moon began to rise, he made his way off the jetty having achieved a triple crown milestone: a bluefish, bonito and false albacore caught in one day. It’s an MV Derby dream and a noteworthy 50th birthday gift to himself. Happy 50th. The year will surely be a big one.

Andrew Noyes has meandered his way back to town from his home in Colorado to wet a line for the Martha’s Vineyard Derby. He’s had some luck and managed to, so to speak, see his name in lights on the daily leader board. He also found time to join former Homeport friends — Graeme Bradlee, Jessica Holtham, Jill Napior, Adrian and Meg Higgins — for a little sunset reunion.

Lee Ellsworth, former member of Coast Guard Station Menemsha, has also been spotted in town. If you are looking to catch up with him, you just might find him strolling the dock with his camera in hand or chatting with old friends on Squid Row.

The clinking of glasses, the murmur of happy conversations, live music and the marigold-laden altar built by the groom, festooned by the bride amid the gardens, banners and a flood of homegrown dahlias is how the family and friends of Marissa Pannetta and Nate Hurwitz will remember their wedding. Married on the fall Equinox, the DIY wedding affair for 140 guests took place at the Hurwitz-Puciul family home on Hewing Field. Quahogs were dug and prepared by brother Isaac, flowers were arranged by sister Maria, an antipasti table was created by the bride’s stepmother, tagines were made by Jenique and 10 homemade cakes baked by family and friends added to the abundant delights.

Music was shared by Red Night Delight, the Milokan Drummers, Pinto Abrams, aunt Barbara Hoy and cousin, Maesa Pullman. The bride and her five sisters led rousing rounds of the fast-paced tarantella on the dance floor into the wee hours of the morning. Marissa and Nate will return to their day-to-day life in Crested Butte, Colo. happily riding the wave of joy their wedding day has left with them.

Once again, Nancy Aronie is offering an opportunity to Jumpstart Your Memoir. The three-day workshop will take place nestled in at West Meadow from Oct. 27 to Oct. 29. You can reach her for questions or to register on her Chilmark Writing Workshop website or by text at 508-274-4286.

Things are happening at the Chilmark Library. Don’t miss poet laureate, Claudia Taylor, as she hosts the community poetry reading on Friday, Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. The event will also feature MV poets Eleanor Bates, Christine Burke, Peter Ledderman, Ann Lees, Clark Meyers, Donald Nitchie, Leslie Prosterman, Susan Puciul,  Fran Schumer, Ron Slate and Michael West.

The library has also begun collecting used books in great condition for their December book sale. Thanks to Lynne McCormack for the reminder.

Tuesday pizza nights are back in full swing at the Chilmark Church. All are welcome at 6 p.m. to join in cheerful conversation and a few rounds of Bananagrams over a slice of warm pizza thoughtfully delivered by the most energizer-y of bunnies, Julie Flanders. Bring a dessert or a salad to share if the mood suits you or simply come as you are.