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Haggis Hotline
Save Saturday, Jan. 14, for some haggis; that would be a wee bit of sheep’s heart, liver and lungs to be exact, traditionally simmered in the animal’s stomach for approximately three hours. Alas, times and health codes change. Most haggis this side of the pond is now simmered in casings rather than a stomach.
The haggis is being prepared for the MV Center for Living’s cultural luncheon tomorrow honoring the Scottish influence and contributions to the Vineyard
Yoga Teacher Training
On Saturday, Jan. 14, FLY Yoga will offer a preview of their spring teacher training school with Sherry Sidoti. The event takes place from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Tapas Hot Yoga in Vineyard Haven (near the Steamship Authority)
There will be a donation-based 60-minute yoga class followed by question and answer session. The 200 Hour certified teacher training will take place from April 2 through 13 and May 14 to 25 on Martha’s Vineyard.
For more details, visit flyyogamv.com.
Alzheimer’s Support
A group for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia will begin meeting on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. for the next 12 weeks. The first meeting takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 18.
Topics to be discussed include managing medications, the lonely and isolating experience of caretaking, behavior issues, activities of daily living, taking care of yourself, talking with others about dementia, managing family issues and more.
For chef Robert Lionette, food is an experience. It has a social and cultural history that goes beyond the flavors conjured up in a restaurant. It should have depth and meaning, and most of all, integrity.
This can take place in a restaurant or, as on a recent Wednesday morning, at his home cooking a breakfast of oatmeal and fresh squeezed orange juice with his son, Jack, age seven. Mr. Lionette is also a frequent volunteer chef at the Chilmark School, and Jack is always an avid participant.
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind advisory for Martha’s Vineyard, in effect through 2 p.m.
According to the warning, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket and Cape Cod can expect to see strong easterly winds of 25 to 35 miles per hour, with gusts that may reach 60 miles per hour.
Strong winds may down large limbs or small trees, as well as blow around loose outdoor objects. According to the warning, power outages are likely and street flooding is possible.
The Aquinnah board of selectmen invites members of the community to participate in an interview for the position of fire chief. The interview for the position will occur on Jan. 17. Those interested should email town administrator Adam Wilson at [email protected].