Not knowing just how much of an impact hurricane Jose was going to have, we took the opportunity to practice our preparedness skills and hope for the best. The swordfish weathervane has taken a hiatus from the Texaco rooftop, the awning has been stowed away and the touch tank has made its way to higher ground.

Although Jane Farrow no longer walks the Earth, her collection of recipes set forth in Red Peppers & Blue Lobsters: Fresh Flavors from an Island Kitchen will bring us fond memories of the longtime Abel’s Hill resident.

Let’s pick up where we left off last week by continuing the U.S. tour with Bob and Linae Schroeder. Guess who made a pitstop in Menemsha this week.

At this point, my mind bears a striking likeness to a late summer hazy day. It’s a touch cloudy, a tad frazzled and in a slight state of disarray.

On August 21 the moon moved between the Earth and the sun and we here in Chilmark experienced about a 65 percent solar eclipse.

Some of the most noteworthy highlights of summer on the Vineyard take place this week.