Five Things You Need to Know Today: July 7

1. This morning at , explore . Walk the beach with their shorebird biologist to record field data, search for birds and nests, and identify bird and mammal tracks in the sand. See oystercatchers, plovers and terns. Meet at the State Beach access trail on the Oak Bluffs side of Big Bridge. 9 am.

2. The takes place today at 142 North Rd, Chilmark. It’s the 45th summer of the oldest outdoor market on the Island. Antiques, art, vintage finds, jewelry, toys, food.  Something for everyone. Lovely setting in meadow off North Road. 9 am – 2 pm.

3. perform witty adaptation theater for kids today at the by the Tashmoo Overlook. $10 for adults, $5 for children, children under two and free. 10 am. For more information, call 508-696-6300.

4.Annual Seafood Buffet and Auction honoring Capt. Robert Douglas takes place today at the Tisbury Wharf. Proceeds go to sailing programs for Island youth and maritime education. $150. Tickets available at the Sail MV office or by calling 508-696-7644. No tickets will be sold at the door. 5:30 pm.

5. takes place tonight at , featuring Grouplove, St. Lucia, Alex Winston, Sea Monsters, and Island teens Katherine Reid and Nate D’angelo. Proceeds go to benefit for the . Ages 21 and up. 9 pm. For more information, call 508-696-7171 ext. 107.