THURSDAY NIGHT FETE AT NISDA SUMMER 2026


Thursday Evenings in August 6–8 pm 
with ISLAND TUNES live music open mic "en plein air" and FOOD TRUCK for food to purchase.

We hope to see you out at NISDA's Seaview Farm (23 Wauwinet Rd) in July and August 2026 for some homegrown island music and great "eats" from local food trucks! This event is open to all… We have lawn chairs + picnic tables… Please bring family, friends, houseguests… and perhaps a picnic blanket! 

We invite your participation in the “No More Empty Bowls” project for the benefit of the NFFRA Food Pantry Fundraiser! No clay experience necessary…  Join us in the Long Shed Clay Studio!

You are welcome to donate online through our partner Better World.


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    The Thursday Night Fete is a meeting space and studio workspace where creatives can meet with other creatives, to collaborate, create, laugh and build community. Come with your fellow creative friends, listen to some original works by your community island musicians, perhaps start a knitting circle, form a group critique, work on a collaborative piece or just come and enjoy company with like-minded creative individuals.


    NISDA is an inclusive creative open space, welcoming all cultures, gender identities, sexual orientation, and religious beliefs to come together to explore the creative process.  Please note: For the comfort and safety of all... NISDA  is a substance and alcohol free environment.


COMMUNITY EVENTS AT NISDA
SUMMER 2026

POP-UP PEOPLE’S ART SHOW
August 27
6–8 pm

This is YOUR SHOW! Come and celebrate your creative pursuit with the community! Your Art…Your Craft! Bring your work to the show and display it at this Annual Island Pop Up Show! Bring your Friends and Family ~ Have fun sharing your creative vision!

Share your hidden talents with the community! The People’s Art Show is open to anyone who wants to share their creative works with others!

Come hungry… we have a food truck from 6-8 pm.
Musical entertainment from Island Tunes Open Mic!
Bring your friends and family… it’s a great night at NISDA.

NANTUCKET DANCE FESTIVAL
Friday August 28

5:30–6:30 pm

A Collaboration between NISDA and Nantucket Dance Theater INC.
Kick off your weekend with music, movement, and a night of dancing at NISDA led by Becky Bearse, who is a dancer, educator, and choreographer at

Nantucket Dance Theater.


Learn the basics of merengue and salsa through easy-to-follow footwork, partnering skills, and fun combinations in this beginner-friendly class. Whether you come solo or bring friends, no partner or previous dance experience is needed — just come ready to move and have fun!


FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC