They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals, and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops & institutions.

This week we're looking forward to...

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SEE

1) Come celebrate a Nantucket Labor Day tradition when the Theatre Workshop of Nantucket presents the Susan Burns Comedy Extravaganza, on Monday, September 7 and Tuesday, September 8, at 8:30 p.m. Taking place at the Methodist Church on Centre Street, these yearly performances feature lots of special guests, and tons of fun & laughter. Get your tickets now at the Workshop website.

- Theatre Workshop of Nantucket's Jordana Fleischut (Watch Video)

- Grease is the Word (Watch Video)

- Theatre Workshop of Nantucket: John Shea (Watch Video)

- Map & Directions for United Methodist Church

2) Head on over to the Chicken Box on Friday September 11 and Saturday, September 12 to hear the Jamie McLean Band. These guys have a unique style of twangy southern rock that's complimented by McLean's soulful voice, so come on down and check out some amazing tunes! Check out some classic performances from the Chicken Box below:

- Putting the "K" Back in Fun (Watch Video)

- Cellos Rock Chicken Box (Watch Video)

- Map, Directions & Video for Chicken Box

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SAVOR

3) Enjoy a relaxing night of the Brant Point Grill at the White Elephant, with the smooth sounds of the Bob Lehman Trio. The restaurant will be serving up it's well-known seafood and steak dishes (don't forget to check out their FireCone, a modern-day interpretation of a Native American cooking technique), and the band will be serving up their blend of contemporary music & light jazz...it's a win-win situation!

- Chef Galen Zamarra of Mas Visits White Elephant (Watch Video)

- Nantucket Wine Festival Gala 2009 at White Elephant (Watch Video)

- Map & Directions for Brant Point Grill

4) Chow down on some delicious BBQ for a good cause on Saturday, September 12, from 4-6:30 p.m. at the Family Beach BBQ at Jetties Beach. This event will benefit the Maria Mitchell Association and the Children's House of Nantucket, and will feature make-your-own sundaes, a tasty raw bar for everyone, cash bar for adults, fun & educational activities to join in on...and of course BBQ! Tickets are $50 for adults, $25 for kids.

- Local Life: Maria Mitchell (Watch Video)

- The Final Maria Mitchell Workshop (Watch Video)

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EXPERIENCE

5) Take some time out to recognize some local heroes. On Friday, September 11, the Shipwreck and Lifesaving Museum is hosting the annual Lifesaver's Recognition Day, from 5-6:30 p.m. at the museum. Come join in honoring four men and women who went beyond the call of duty to save lives in recent months. Sure to be a very special event, so don't miss it.

- Surf Boat to the Rescue (Watch Video)

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If you attend any of these things, please report back to us with your thoughts on our suggestions and photos of your adventures! We want the good & the bad!

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Ideas for next week? e-mail Mike @ editors@plumtv.com