Dukes County is looking to purchase the former home of the Vineyard Nursing Association to house the Martha’s Vineyard Center for Living.

County Manager Martina Thornton told the Edgartown selectmen Monday about a preliminary plan to raise as much as $1.6 million to purchase and renovate the building, which is located near State Road in Tisbury.

It was another busy year at the Island Food Pantry, a community-wide organization that feeds those in need.

The year proved similar to last year; there were 2,405 visits, which fed 505 family units, including at least 250 children.

Tickets have gone on sale for a July concert featuring Rosanne Cash that will benefit the Gay Head Light relocation.

The Holmes Hole Sailing Association is gearing up for the summer sailing season. They have 14 Sunday races and 11 Thursday evening races planned.

Folks over age 55 can try out water aerobics, pilates, chair yoga and more for free at the YMCA’s Health and Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to noon.

The 21st annual 5K Memorial Day Road Race benefits Hospice of Martha’s Vineyard and takes runners and walkers around East Chop on Sunday, May 25.