Some came for the rides, others the food, many spent their time with the animals, competed in tests of skill and endurance, or put their prize tomatoes on the line with ribbons and pride at stake.

This year's forum, titled The Rise and Fall of Affirmative Action, comes less than two months after the U.S. Supreme Court released decisions declaring the consideration of race in college admissions unconstitutional.

The 161st Agricultural Fair opened Thursday morning in West Tisbury, a tradition that dates back to 1858. Nearly 2,000 people attended that first fair, which was held for one day on October 27, 1858, the traditional harvest season.

Whether gazing at Menemsha fishing shacks or standing outside of her Lambert’s Cove gallery, Ashley Medowski’s artistic inspiration comes from the peace she finds up-Island.

The Cottagers, Inc. of Martha’s Vineyard kicked off a capital campaign last week to restore Cottagers’ Corner in Oak Bluffs with a Sundown Soiree at Featherstone Center for the Arts.

Built on Stilts dance festival opened its 27th year with shows last weekend at Union Chapel in Oak Bluffs. Each night has a different lineup — Saturday night’s show included 12 pieces.