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Please read below for Important Summer 2025 information

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Important Dates for Summer 2025

A NOTE FROM OUR BOARD - February 10, 2025

Chilmark Town Affairs Council Elects New Officers to Lead Board of Directors

Chilmark Town Affairs Council (CTAC), the nonprofit organization that is responsible for summer programming of the Chilmark Community Center (CCC), is pleased to announce the election of its new officers. The newly elected leadership team will guide the organization’s efforts in advancing its mission and serving the community.

The following individuals have been elected to serve as officers:

  • Michelle O’Connor - Chair.  Michelle previously served as CTAC Secretary for three years. A resident of Chilmark, MA, she has served on CTAC for many years. She is the mother of five boys all of whom were raised at the CCC. She served on the CCC Summer Program Committee for nine years, for three of which she was its chair.  

  • Robin Rivera - Vice Chair.  This is Robin’s second term as CTAC Vice Chair. A resident of Chilmark, MA, she has served on CTAC for four years. Robin is an Emmy Award-winning producer and a principal of Digital Laundry, a media production company based in East Harlem. She also serves on the board of Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation. 

  • Keith Fenner - Treasurer. Keith is a lifelong resident of Chilmark, MA and the owner of an excavation and utility business on the island. He serves on the Town of Chilmark’s Finance Committee, the Building Committee of the Chilmark Preschool, and as a Corporator for the Martha’s Vineyard Bank. 

  • Morgan Baker - Secretary. Morgan lives in Cambridge, MA and has served on CTAC for over 12 years. Prior to that she was on the CCC Summer Program Committee and also served as its chair. Morgan is an award winning author and a professor at Emerson College.

Retiring chair, Suellen Lazarus said, “I am thrilled to welcome these new officers, who bring a wealth of experience and dedication to CTAC. I am immensely proud to have served with this board, and to have worked with Susan Andrien, our Executive Director.  They are extraordinarily dedicated to building a strong and welcoming community.” 

The new officers will assume their roles effective immediately and will chart the future course for the organization and its partnership with the Town of Chilmark to deliver outstanding summer programs for the community.  

For more information please write board@chilmarkcommunitycenter.org.

support the Chilmark Community Center

Please support the Chilmark Community Center in your year-end giving plans. Your support helps bridge gaps and allows the Center to continue to serve as a vibrant hub where everyone, regardless of their interests or background, comes together to connect, grow and thrive. Tax deductible contributions support the Center’s community programming and scholarships. Donate online at the button below or send a check payable to Chilmark Town Affairs Council - P.O. Box 29 - Chilmark, MA 02535. Chilmark Town Affairs Council is a 501(c)3 organization. EIN 22-3283667.

Join the Magic!
Summer Program Committee Applications Now Open

Do you love the Chilmark Community Center and want to help make our summer programming even more magical? We’re looking for passionate, creative, and dedicated individuals to join the Summer Program Committee!

This is your chance to play an active role in shaping the activities and experiences that make summers at the CCC so special. Whether you’re full of fresh ideas or simply want to give back to a place that means so much, we’d love to hear from you!

SPC Applications are open now! Click here to apply.
Let’s work together to create unforgettable moments for our community.

Joining the committee is a great way to be involved, but if that feels like too much of a commitment, you can still make an impact by signing up as a volunteer! If you sign up, members of the Summer Program Committee will reach out with specific volunteer opportunities where your help is needed.

Volunteer Sign Up Click here.
Let’s work together to make memories.

Whether you’re full of fresh ideas or simply want to give back to a place that means so much, we’d love to hear from you!

 2025 Early bird Camp Registration is open! 

We’re excited to announce our staggered registration process for Summer 2025, designed to make things smoother and easier for everyone!

 Key Dates:

  • February 5th: Registration opens for Island Residents with in-person support available at the Chilmark School.

  • February 12th:

    • Early Bird Discount available for the Full 7-Week Camp Package.

    • Advanced Afternoon Sailing Camps: No registration limit.

    • Morning Sailing Camps: Two-week registration restriction applies.

  • February 15th: General Registration opens with staggered start times by age group.

Need help? We’ve got you covered! Join our Zoom Office Hours on February 15th, 12:00-6:00 PM for real-time assistance with registration challenges.

We can’t wait to make this summer magical—see you at camp!

 Give the Gift of Summer Magic! 

Looking for the perfect gift? Share the joy of summer fun at the Chilmark Community Center with a Summer 2025 Gift Card! Custom amounts are available, making it easy to give the gift of unforgettable camp experiences, exciting activities, and cherished memories.

Set the stage for an incredible summer ahead!

Chilmark Summer 2025 Gift Certificate 

OUR VALUES STATEMENT

Chilmark Community Center expects all participants in its programs, including campers, counselors, staff, and adult members to engage in positive interpersonal relationships including being inclusive and welcoming to people of diverse backgrounds, races, cultures, ethnicities, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation and abilities. Harassment and bullying will not be tolerated.  Physical, verbal or emotional abuse or any speech, action or behavior that creates a hostile or intimidating environment and does not treat all participants with respect is not allowed. Those who are unable to respect and abide by these values cannot participate in CCC programs.