Time Management in Human Services
2024-05-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Instructor: Cynthia Mullins

ZOOM Only: Register Here

Confidentiality and Privacy
2024-06-06 09:00 - 12:00 | IWYC Conference Room
FOR CLINICIANS & CLINICAL BUSINESS STAFF WHO MANAGE PROTECTED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INFORMATION
Instructor: Beth Folcarelli
Unlock the key to trust and ethical practice in counseling with this training on Confidentiality & Privacy. Delve into the intricacies of maintaining client confidentiality while navigating the legal and ethical landscape of counseling professions. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to uphold privacy standards, build a foundation of trust with clients, and navigate the delicate balance between openness and confidentiality. Elevate your counseling practice with this essential course, ensuring you provide a safe and secure environment for your clients to explore personal growth and well-being.

HYBRID: IWYC Conference Room and ZOOM
Register Here

Lunch and Learn Thursday, June 20, 2024
2024-06-20 12:00 - 13:00 | IWYC Conference Room
Come and get all your computer questions answered by our own computer guru, Brad Mendenhall!

CHICKEN ALLEY @ CHILMARK FLEA MARKET!
2024-06-22 09:00 - 14:00 | MA
Chicken Alley is going to Chilmark on June 22nd, 26th, & 29th! We’ll be selling cool, eclectic treasures in support of our wonderful programs and services at MVCS – come ‘chick’ us out!

Seawall Stand
2024-07-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Vineyard Haven Seawall
Come stand with CONNECT on July 27th at the Vineyard Haven Seawall. The event will be from 10am-12pm. You can come for 5 minutes or stand for the entire 2 hours! If you can’t make it that day and happen to be driving by, feel free to honk and wave. This event was designed to invite men to take a stand against gender-based violence and has grown into those of all gender identities and ages showing their support for survivors and spreading awareness that our community should be living a life free from violence. Reach out to Morgan at muva@mvcommunityservices.org with any questions.

All Staff Meeting
2024-07-29 12:00 - 13:00 | MA
ZOOM
Username: zoom-qmt@mvcommunityservices.org

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DEI Lunch & Learn Series: The Art of Seeing Beyond Definitions
2024-09-12 12:00 - 13:00 | IWYC Conference Room
We’re excited to come together to kick off FY25 Lunch & Learn Series. For this semester we’ll explore Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversations and discussions with community members and MVCS staff, while enjoying delicious company and appetizers. These will take place on the second Thursday of each month, from 12-1PM.

12 SEPTEMBER 2024:
The Art of Seeing Beyond Definitions
Maisi G. Sathler Rosa: Art Educator & Curador
Fernanda Rosa: Author & Student

Chicken Alley Open House
2024-09-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Chicken Alley Thrift Shop, 38 Lagoon Pond Rd., Vineyard Haven, MA, 02568
If you know someone who

likes thrifting
likes working with fun people
likes giving back to their community

tell them about Chicken Alley’s upcoming Open House!

DEI Lunch and Learn Series: Intersection of Race & Immigration Law
2024-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | IWYC Conference Room
We’re excited to come together to kick off FY25 Lunch & Learn Series. For this semester we’ll explore Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversations and discussions with community members and MVCS staff, while enjoying delicious company and appetizers. These will take place on the second Thursday of each month, from 12-1PM.
10 OCTOBER 2024
Intersection of Race & Immigration Law
Corey Lazar: Immigration Lawyer

Hatched Holiday Crafting Days
2024-10-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-17 13:00 - 16:00 | MA
Come help us prepare materials for Hatched holiday sales!

Chicken Alley Open House - for teens only
2024-10-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Chicken Alley Thrift Shop, 38 Lagoon Pond Rd., Vineyard Haven, MA, 02568
Help me spread the word – it should be pretty fun!!!

In-Service Training Day
2024-10-30, 2024-11-13 | MA
Please see your supervisor for more details.

Hatched Holiday Crafting Days
2024-11-03 13:00 - 16:00 | MA
UPDATE:
November 3rd Crafting Day has been cancelled.
Join us on the 10th, when we make this year’s gnomes!

DEI Lunch and Learn Series: Cultural & Global Fluency
2024-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | IWYC Conference Room
We’re excited to come together to kick off FY25 Lunch & Learn Series. For this semester we’ll explore Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversations and discussions with community members and MVCS staff, while enjoying delicious company and appetizers.
12 DECEMBER 2024
Cultural & Global Fluency
Sheryl Taylor: Educator & Diversity Coordinator

Child Behavioral Health Conference
2025-01-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual: ZOOM

All Agency Professional Development Day
2025-04-09 | Main Campus – EEC

2nd Annual Brazil Fest/Festa do Brasil
2025-06-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Agricultural Hall, 35 Panhandle Road, West Tisbury, MA, United States
Sunday, June 1st from 11 AM–5 PM at the Ag Hall.
Join us for a a vibrant rural celebration of unity and diversity!
Organized by MV Mediation, the festival promises to be a fun-filled day celebrating the island’s rich Brazilian and rural culture, and the many traditions and talents that make up our diverse community.

COST: FREE and open to all! Music, Dance, Food, Games, Kids Activities, Farm Animals – Fun for All
BRAZIL FEST – A community festival celebrating Brazil and the Island’s rural roots.
2nd Annual Brazil Fest/Festa do Brasil — The Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society

Electronics Disposal Day
2025-06-07 09:00 - 14:00 | MVRHS
Electronics Disposal Day is an opportunity to dispose of your old, tired and used electronics on Island in an environmentally safe way.
How does EDD work? Great question! If you know exactly what you are bringing, you can expedite the process by prepaying. Please bring a printed receipt with you to the event. Otherwise, volunteers will help you tally your electronics and safely dispose of them for you. Payment is accepted via check or credit card (no cash please) and all proceeds benefit both MV Community Services and MVRHS.
Electronics Disposal Day – Martha’s Vineyard Community Services

2025 Pride Weekend
2025-06-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Ocean Park Gazebo, Oak Bluffs
Celebrate Pride on Martha’s Vineyard!

Kick off the weekend with a high-energy dance party at the iconic dive bar, The Ritz. March with pride in the vibrant Oak Bluffs parade, and close out the festivities with an incredible drag show you won’t forget. It’s a weekend full of love, unity, and unforgettable moments on the Island of Martha’s Vineyard.
Come as you are and shine with us!

Harbor Fest OB
2025-06-21 10:00 - 18:00 | Ocean Park Gazebo, Oak Bluffs
Enjoy Oak Bluffs Harbor with family & friends! Stroll up Circuit Ave & down Kennebec Ave. Visit the Shops & Eateries.
Raindate: Sunday, June 22
FUN for ALL
ISLAND ARTISTS | LOCAL MERCHANTS | LIVE MUSIC (Ends at 6pm) | ENTERTAINMENT | GREAT FOOD

Tisbury Street Fair
2025-07-08 18:30 - 21:30 | MA
COME JOIN US FOR A FESTIVE TIME ON MAIN STREET FOR A FUN-FILLED EVENING. SINK YOUR TEETH INTO A LOBSTER ROLL, FRIED DOUGH OR ANY OF THE OTHER DELICIOUS TREATS YOU WILL FIND, PICK UP A TRINKET OR SOUVENIR FROM A LOCAL VENDOR FOR YOUR FRIEND. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!

Possible Dreams 2025
2025-07-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Allen Farm, North Side, 421 S. Rd., Chilmark, MA, 02535, United States
TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE DREAMS POSSIBLE
On July 20, 2025, MVCS will hold the 47th annual Possible Dreams auction, hosted by the talented Seth Meyers. This event is not just a fundraising effort; it’s a celebration of hope and the power of dreams. We welcome the opportunity to come together in celebration of our shared values as a caring and strong island community.
Martha’s Vineyard Community Services (MVCS) plays a vital role in our community, providing essential resources and support to those in need. This year’s Possible Dreams auction aims to raise funds that will directly benefit local families, ensuring they have access to vital services like education, counseling, and a host of other essential supports.
I encourage each of you to get involved in this annual event. Whether it’s attending the event (in-person or via live-stream), spreading the word, donating auction items or contributing in any way you can, your participation will make a difference. Our collective efforts can help transform lives and empower our community to thrive.
As we prepare for this event, let’s remember the importance of our unity and the impact we can have when we come together for a common goal. Your passion and dedication are what make our island strong, and I am proud to stand alongside you in supporting these vital services that support our island community.
Thank you for your continued commitment to making a positive impact. Let’s make the 47th annual Possible Dreams fundraiser a resounding success!

2025 Sea Wall Stand
2025-07-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Sea Wall, Near Drawbridge, Vineyard Haven
Join the staff of CONNECT to End Violence in a powerful demonstration of unity and support. Everyone is welcome. Stand with us as we work to end gender-based violence in all forms.
Who will you stand for?

MV Vibe Fest
2025-08-09 12:00 - 18:00 | Waban Park, 29 Tuckernuck Ave, Oak Bluffs, MA, 02557, United States
VINEWELL MV presents MV VIBE FEST ~ 40+ Vendors ~
Food | Dope DJ’S | LIVE MUSIC | LIBATIONS | GOOD VIBES

SMASH THE SILENCE PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
2025-08-16 09:00 - 15:00 | MVRHS
We’re very excited to cohost this event with MVRHS since all the funds raised will go to our collaborative student leadership group SWEAR: Stand With Everyone Against Rape — a MVRHS initiative dedicated to educating students and empowering them to help end gender-based violence.
The event will start at 9am at the MV Regional High School courts, with a rain date of Sunday, August 17th.
You can pre-register here: https://widgets.courtreserve.com/Online/Public/EmbedCode/11945/46753
If pickleball isn’t your sport but you still want to support us, please consider volunteering at the event. We could use some helping hands directing participants between courts and keeping the event on track. There’s three, 2-hour shifts available: 9am-11am, 11am-1pm, and 1pm-3pm. It’s a great opportunity to support us while also enjoying the sunshine. If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to Jack Pachico, our Men’s Initiative Specialist, at JPachico@MVCommunityServices.org

The Grand Illumination (Illumination Night)
2025-08-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Martha’s Vineyard Camp Meeting Association (MVCMA) grounds, 80 Trinity Park, Oak Bluffs, MA, 02557, United States
Each year, as dusk falls on Illumination Night, thousands of colorful paper lanterns are lit simultaneously, casting a magical glow over the cottages and creating an unforgettable sight for all who attend. The event begins with a community sing-along inside the Tabernacle, an open-air, octagonal structure at the heart of the MVCMA. As the final notes of the songs fade, the lanterns are illuminated, and the night truly comes alive.
Visitors are invited to stroll through the maze of cottages, each uniquely decorated and glowing with the soft light of the lanterns. It’s a night that transports you back in time, allowing you to experience the charm and history of Martha’s Vineyard in a truly special way. The Grand Illumination is not just a celebration of the island’s past, but also a testament to the strong sense of community that continues to thrive here.
Attending Illumination Night is a must for anyone visiting Martha’s Vineyard in August. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this magical event offers a unique glimpse into the island’s rich history and enduring traditions. Best of all, it’s free and open to the public, with donations welcomed to support the MVCMA. So, mark your calendar, plan your trip, and experience the timeless magic of the Grand Illumination on Martha’s Vineyard—a night you’ll never forget.
The event is supported with a free will offering – grateful for the generosity of everyone who visits, participates, and donates what they can to make this magical evening possible.

2025 Martha's Vineyard Agricultural Fair
2025-08-21 08:00 - 2025-08-24 17:00 | Agricultural Hall, 35 Panhandle Road, West Tisbury, MA, United States
A 4-day old-fashioned Agricultural Country Fair held on the fairgrounds of Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury (Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Society.) Enjoy rides, games, shucking contests, skillet toss, horse pull, woodsmen competition, dog & livestock shows.
Thu-Sat: Open 10 AM – 11 PM | Sun 9:30 AM – 7 PM
*PRICES ARE BASED OFF 2024 AND MAY CHANGE: Tickets: $15 Adults / $10 Children 5-12, Senior (62+ y.o.), Veterans. Children under 4 are free. Parking $10.
