MVCS Island Employment Services

11/13/2025

Come visit local artist David Grey at the annual Christmas in Edgartown Arts & Crafts Festival held on Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th. He will have a large variety of Christmas cards, framed cards, prints and paintings! They make great holiday gifts!

Now in its 44th year, Christmas in Edgartown remains one of New England’s most enchanting holiday celebrations. For four festive days, December 11-14, 2025, our historic seaside village transforms into a winter wonderland filled with classic charm and island cheer.

Experience beloved traditions including the holiday parade, photos and visits with Santa, the magical lighting of the Edgartown Lighthouse, the bustling Holiday Faire, festive shopping events, live music, seasonal menus, charitable fundraisers, family activities, and over 100 special events throughout town.

Presented by the Visit Edgartown, Christmas in Edgartown promises holiday magic for all ages: celebrating community, tradition, and the joy of the season in everyone’s favorite coastal escape.

Visit christmasinedgartown.com for more info.

📸 Edgartown Board of Trade

11/13/2025

Come by Daybreak Clubhouse on Saturday, November 22nd for FREE soup! You can grab and go, or stay and socialize with clubhouse staff and members. All are welcome! 🍲

10/14/2025

Reminder: Come check out Dave’s art show tomorrow!

Mark your calendars for Dave’s art show next month! 🎨🖌️

10/01/2025

🌟 October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! 🌟

This month, we celebrate the skills, talents, and contributions of workers with disabilities—and recommit to building inclusive workplaces where everyone has the chance to thrive.

💼 Equal opportunity.
💡 Diverse perspectives.
🤝 Stronger communities.

When we remove barriers, we open doors for all.

09/19/2025

Mark your calendars for Dave’s art show next month! 🎨🖌️

05/06/2025

Here is the link to read about Justin and all of our amazing island performers in Mondays MV TImes!

It was standing room only at the second ever Aquinnah Variety Show on Thursday, as locals from across the Island welcomed the spring with community, artistic expression, and unexpected talent. Organized by musicians Laura Jordan and Kate Taylor as a showcase of skill and unabated joy, the show was e...

05/06/2025

https://youtu.be/d7jN0OvyR5w?feature=shared

Please help us congratulate Justin Corl on his touching and thoughtful rendition of "The Rainbow Connection" at the 2nd EVER Annual Aquinnah Variety Show last Thursday May 1st. There was a lot of bravery in that building that night.

04/02/2025

Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, and every day, is committed to advocating for inclusive workplaces where neurodivergent employees can thrive.

Employers can foster an environment where autistic employees feel valued and supported by implementing clear communication strategies, offering flexible work arrangements, and creating sensory-friendly spaces.

Let’s work together to break down barriers and champion inclusive employment. Share how your workplace supports neurodiversity in the comments.

https://apse.org

04/02/2025

The Arc of Massachusetts is proud to partner with Massachusetts Association of People Supporting Employment First Conference!

This conference will bring together 50 career seekers with disabilities, 50 disability focused workforce professionals, and 50 parent and family advocates to build a more inclusive workforce.

The Arc is sponsoring the Parent and Family Advocate sessions that will be led by Paula Collins, who is pictured below with her son Tucker, who currently works for the WooSox baseball team. The morning parent session will feature a panel of parents who have successfully supported their children in employment. The afternoon session will connect parents with leaders from Work Without Limits Benefits and MBTA and MART travel training who can equip parents to navigate challenges related to benefits and transportation.

Thanks to generous support from the Department of Developmental Services, 10 free parent seats and 8 free career seekers are available for the conference. If you would like to register, please contact Jeff Gentry (jgentry@jvs-boston.org) at MA-APSE.

08/19/2024

Please join us tomorrow night for this exciting island event!

08/12/2024

A wonderful turnout last week at the "All Island Art Show". Seen here is one of our favorite clients, David Grey, showcasing his beautiful watercolor paintings.

07/27/2024

Today we celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act. We have come so far but still have a lot of work to do.