BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//islandspublichealth.com - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:islandspublichealth.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://islandspublichealth.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for islandspublichealth.com REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T172730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T172733Z UID:790958-1778155200-1778158800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\n Description:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 – May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm. URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T175938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T180214Z UID:790993-1778173200-1778176800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Lea Hamner DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We Know\n Hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n————————- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha’s Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha’s Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n————————- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n  URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-public-health-ags-reporting/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260429T204926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T205215Z UID:791550-1778608800-1778612400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Ticked Off: Public Health's Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal Syndrome DESCRIPTION:Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal Syndrome\nJoin Lea Hamner\, epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\, for a conversation about the growing public health response to Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS)\, a tick-associated condition now designated as a reportable disease in Massachusetts. Lea will explain what this shift means for disease tracking\, clinical care\, and community understanding. The program also addresses a common misconception: a positive Alpha-Gal test alone does not make an allergy diagnosis\, and diagnosis requires the presence of allergic symptoms. By clarifying how AGS is identified\, tracked\, and understood\, this program offers important context for a condition that continues to raise questions across the Island and beyond. \nWHERE: Aquinnah Public Library\, 1 Church St\, Aquinnah\, MA 02535 \nWHEN: Tuesday\, May 12\, 2026 from 6pm-7pm \nCOST: Free! \n  URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticked-off-public-healths-role-in-understanding-and-tracking-alpha-gal-syndrome/ LOCATION:Aquinnah Public Library\, 1 Church St\, Aquinnah\, MA\, 02535\, United States CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Aquinnah-AGS-Talk-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163557Z UID:790491-1778680800-1778688000@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-8/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260501T172844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T173421Z UID:791556-1778691600-1778695200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Permethrin-treated clothing with Insect Shield DESCRIPTION:Permethrin-treated clothing with Insect Shield\n\nWHEN: Wednesday\, May 13\, 5:00 PM\nWHERE: Online\, hosted by Vineyard Haven Library –> REGISTER HERE\n\n\nJoin Jason Griffin\, President of Insect Shield\, to share information about the use of permethrin-treated clothing for the prevention of tick bites and tick-borne diseases. This program is hosted by the Vineyard Haven Library in collaboration with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program. The virtual program will be held via Zoom at 5:00 pm on Wednesday\, May 13th. Interested patrons may register on the Vineyard Haven Library’s event calendar. \nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program has long recommended permethrin-treated clothing as its number one tick-bite prevention method. See our Prevent the Bite page for all of our tips and tricks! Yet many still have questions about this tool. Join Jason Griffin\, president of Insect Shield\, and the MV Tick Program for a virtual Q&A about the innovation and technology behind permethrin-treated clothing\, its long-established safety record for human use\, and the benefits of long-term permethrin-treatment in preventing tick bites. Insect Shield achieved the first-ever EPA Registration for long-term permethrin treatment of clothing\, providing treated clothing to 30+ outdoor suppliers\, and supporting human health worldwide. \nJason Griffin joined Insect Shield in October 2002 as the vice president of strategic marketing. He helped manage the military and brand partner business for several years. He subsequently started and led the direct channel as the president of Insect Shield International\, LLC. Prior to joining Insect Shield\, Griffin served in several management positions at Dobson Cellular Systems\, Inc. including acquisitions manager\, market manager\, and finally national sales director. Griffin holds a Bachelor of Science in engineering science/management of technology from Vanderbilt University and is a graduate of Woodberry Forest School. He has served on the finance committee at Canterbury School which his two children attended. \nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick-borne Illness Reduction Initiative (aka the Tick Program) is dedicated to reducing the number of ticks and tick-borne illnesses on Martha’s Vineyard through education\, advocacy\, and cooperation with other organizations and individuals. First founded in 2011 by Dick Johnson\, current Tick Program staff include tick & deer biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds and epidemiologist Lea Hamner. URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/permethrin-treated-clothing-with-insect-shield/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/blog-insect-shield.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T172811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T172814Z UID:790960-1778760000-1778763600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\n Description:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 – May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm. URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T180041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T180101Z UID:790997-1778778000-1778781600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Aubrey Ryan DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We Know\n Hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n————————- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha’s Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha’s Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n————————- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n  URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-w-aubrey-ryan/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T172846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T172849Z UID:790962-1779364800-1779368400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\n Description:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 – May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm. URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-4/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203213Z UID:790856-1779382800-1779386400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-3/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T180353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T180357Z UID:790996-1779382800-1779386400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know w/ Virginia Barbatti DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We Know\n Hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n————————- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha’s Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha’s Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n————————- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n  URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-w-virginia-barbatti/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T180625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T180629Z UID:791005-1779814800-1779818400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Ticks on the Vineyard: What we Know\, In-Person Panel DESCRIPTION:Ticks on the Vineyard: What We Know\n Hosted by the Martha’s Vineyard Museum \nTicks have become an everyday part of life on Martha’s Vineyard—but understanding how they move\, how risk is changing\, and what actually helps can still feel uncertain. This updated online lecture series brings together local experts in public health\, medicine\, ecology\, and community prevention to share the latest information about ticks on the Island—and how that knowledge can help us make informed decisions outdoors. \nAcross the series\, speakers explore ticks from multiple perspectives\, including changing environmental patterns\, emerging health conditions\, clinical care\, and community-based prevention strategies. Each program is designed to translate evolving science into clear\, practical information grounded in local experience. \nThis series is intended for residents\, outdoor workers\, families\, healthcare providers\, and anyone seeking reliable\, Island-specific insight into tick-borne disease. The goal is not fear\, but understanding—because informed awareness remains one of the most effective tools we have. \n————————- \nSingle speaker events are virtual\, on Zoom\, from 5:00-6:00pm. The final event is an in-person panel of all speakers at Martha’s Vineyard Museum. Admission is $10 per event\, or $50 for the full series.Full series details available on the Martha’s Vineyard Museum here: https://mvmuseum.org/events/ticks-on-the-vineyard-series/ \n————————- \n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril 29The Changing Tick Landscape: Prevention & Practical StepsSpeaker: Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Director of the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program and Public Health Biologist with the Inter-Island Public Health Excellence Collaboration.Public health biologist Patrick Roden-Reynolds shares the latest data on tick activity across the Island and practical steps for prevention. \nMay 7Ticked Off: Public Health’s Role in Understanding and Tracking Alpha-Gal SyndromeSpeaker: Lea Hamner\, MPH\, Epidemiologist with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick ProgramLearn how Alpha-Gal Syndrome is tracked and understood in public health\, and what new reporting means for the Vineyard. \nMay 14Alpha-gal Syndrome: What You Need to Know (and How to Cook for It!)Speaker: Led by Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, MS\, PA-C\, a clinician and educator with more than 17 years of emergency room experience.A clinician and local chef explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome\, offering medical insight and practical cooking strategies. \nMay 21TICK FREE MV: What the Aerial Deer Survey Reveals About TicksSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Executive Director of TICK FREE MVExplore results from the Island’s aerial deer survey and what they reveal about tick populations and disease risk. \nMay 26LIVE & IN PERSON – The Tick Panel: What’s New\, What’s True\, and How to Stay SafeSpeaker: Virginia Barbatti\, Aubrey Stimola-Ryan\, Patrick Roden-Reynolds\, Chef Gina StanleyA panel of local experts shares the latest updates on ticks\, prevention\, and Alpha-Gal\, with audience Q&A. \n  \n  URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/ticks-on-the-vineyard-what-we-know-in-person-panel/ LOCATION:Martha’s Vineyard Museum\, 151 Lagoon Pond Road\, Vineyard Haven\, MA\, 02568\, United States CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Martha's Vineyard,Public Health,Ticks,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Series-Website-logos-12-1.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Martha's Vineyard Museum":MAILTO:info@mvmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163557Z UID:790492-1779890400-1779897600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-9/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T130000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260420T172927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T172930Z UID:790965-1779969600-1779973200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Tick Talk Thursdays on Zoom\, 12-1pm DESCRIPTION:Tick Talk: Community Q&A with the Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program\n Description:Tick science can be complicated—but getting answers shouldn’t be.\nThe Martha’s Vineyard Tick Program is hosting weekly open office hours as a space for the community to ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn more about ticks\, tick-borne diseases\, and Alpha-gal syndrome. \nThese sessions are informal\, conversational\, and grounded in local experience and public health science. If we don’t have an answer on the spot\, we’ll help find it. \nDrop in anytime—whether you have one question or many. \n*Note that individual medical advice will not be provided. Please consult your medical provider if you have questions about your own health.\n\n\n\nRegister at the Vineyard Haven Library Events Calendar. The same Zoom link will be used each Thursday.\n\nThis event will run on Thursdays from April 30 – May 28\, 2026\, 12pm-1pm. URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/tick-talk-thursdays-on-zoom-12-1pm-5/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Alpha Gal,Events,Public Health,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Tick-Talk-Thursdays-2026-Instagram-Post-5-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Vineyard Haven Library":MAILTO:lshick@clamsnet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z UID:790493-1781100000-1781107200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-10/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203241Z UID:790858-1781802000-1781805600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-4/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z UID:790494-1782309600-1782316800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-11/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z UID:790495-1783519200-1783526400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-12/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203312Z UID:790860-1784221200-1784224800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-5/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163558Z UID:790496-1784728800-1784736000@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163559Z UID:790497-1786543200-1786550400@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-14/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203354Z UID:790862-1787245200-1787248800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-6/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163559Z UID:790498-1787752800-1787760000@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163613Z UID:790499-1788962400-1788969600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-16/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203428Z UID:790864-1789664400-1789668000@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-7/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163613Z UID:790500-1790172000-1790179200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-17/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163614Z UID:790501-1791986400-1791993600@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203456Z UID:790866-1792083600-1792087200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-8/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163614Z UID:790502-1793196000-1793203200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260116T163614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T163614Z UID:790503-1794405600-1794412800@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:IIPHEC Advisory Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advisory Board Meeting URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/iiphec-advisory-board-meeting-20/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IIPHEC-Advisory-Board-Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T071556 CREATED:20260324T203528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203528Z UID:790868-1795107600-1795111200@islandspublichealth.com SUMMARY:Alpha-Gal Syndrome Support Group DESCRIPTION:Click for the: AG Support Group Flyer \n3rd Thursday of each month from 5-6PM \nJoin our Alpha-Gal Support Group for a welcoming space to connect with others who understand the challenges of managing food allergies\, lifestyle changes\, and ongoing health concerns related to Alpha-Gal. \n\nPeer Support & Shared Experiences\nEducation & Coping Strategies\nResources for managing symptoms & navigating care\nA safe\, judgement-free environment\n\nFor more information\, contact: \nCheryl Kram\nClinical Services Supervisor for the VNA of Cape Cod\n508-957-7664 URL:https://islandspublichealth.com/event/alpha-gal-syndrome-support-group-9/ LOCATION:Up Island Council on Aging\, 1042 State Road\, West Tisbury\, MA CATEGORIES:Martha's Vineyard,Public Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islandspublichealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-Support-Group-MV.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR