Community Events
Unleash the Disco
Friday, July 31st at 6pm
Under the Tent at Bartlett's Farm
NiSHA’s 2026 Summer Gala, is shining a spotlight on the animals of Nantucket. Hosted by Chairs Sara Finn, Jessica Newman and Arienne Rubenstein, the evening will feature festive fare, creative cocktails, and unforgettable moments with some very special furry friends. Dance the night away to the irresistible sounds of the nation’s #1 Earth, Wind & Fire tribute band, Let's Groove Tonight, and cheer on our four-legged stars as they compete to be the crowd favorite.
Help us celebrate community, compassion, and bright futures—on and off the dance floor.
Tickets are going fast, we expect to sell out!
Low-Cost Nail Trim Clinic
First Sunday of the Month: August 2, September 6
11 Crooked Lane, Back Parking Lot from 1pm to 4pm
NiSHA has teamed up with two excellent veterinary technicians to offer affordable nail trims to the community. Join us from 1pm to 4pm in the back parking lot of Offshore Animal Hospital at 11 Crooked Lane. No appointment necessary—first-come, first-served.
Cats are welcome between 12:30 and 1pm and must be in carriers.
Payment is $25 (cash only).
Ty Fly - A Benefit Concert
Monday, August 3rd at 8:30pm
The Muse, 44 Surfside Road
Come jam with us and celebrate good music while helping animals. Ty “Fly” Fleischut is an independent multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer heavily active in the New England music scene. He divides his time as a local staple on Nantucket, MA, and performing regional gigs in cities like Boston
Ty will be playing at the Muse on Monday, August 3rd starting at 8:30pm. Cover at the door is $20 and half will be donated to NiSHA!
Ty will play his originals like Space Odyssy as well as covers from Phish, The Dead, Prince and more!
Farmers Markets
Saturdays: August 8, August 22 from 9am to 12pm
Cambridge and North Union Streets, Downtown Nantucket
Stop by the NiSHA table this summer at Sustainable Nantucket’s Farmers & Artisans Market! Join us on three special dates to learn more about everything happening at NiSHA—from our lifesaving programs and upcoming events to volunteer opportunities and other ways to get involved.
We would love to meet you, answer your questions, and share what is ahead for NiSHA.
Behind the Scenes Tours
Saturdays: August 8, August 15, August 22 at 10am
25 Airport Road
Be among the first to step inside NiSHA's future Animal Rescue & Resource Center. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the construction site and get a firsthand look at the progress being made toward our new home for animals and the community. Sign up!
