By now, you probably know that our Martha’s Vineyard Teddy Bear Suite is a fundraiser for the Martha’s Vineyard Boys & Girls Club. Why is this organization so important to support?  In our second year, I’ve had the opportunity to spend a little more time with some of the kids who belong to the “Club,” and I’ve seen fi...

Look at this adorable face, our new mascot for The Teddy Bear Suite.  From the nearly 50 names suggested for her/him, there are some clear favorites among the voters.  So far, people seem to like Caramel, TisBeary (in the lead), Billy, Chappy and Lucy.  Is one of those your favorites?  If not, vote for yours! Th...

Wow!  What a list of names for our newest cuddly addition to The Martha’s vineyard Teddy Bear Suite!  Almost 50 names, many of which brought a big smile to my face.  Of course, I’m not going to tell you which one is my favorite! Now comes the hard part, picking the one that suits our big, sweet bear.  We need yo...

With Thanksgiving behind us, it’s time to enjoy all things Christmas — Christmas carols, Christmas decorations, shopping for Christmas presents and of course Christmas in Edgartown. And that means it will soon be time for the magical Martha’s Vineyard Teddy Bear Suite.  For our second year, we have lots of new things to ...

I had been curious as to what Island Grown Gleaning was.  I knew it was a program that was part of the Island Grown Initiative, and that they collected produce from farms.  So when I heard that there was going to be a gleaning for the Thanksgiving holiday, I thought it was the perfect opportunity to learn a little more. H...

Tickets are going fast for Saturday night’s satirical comedy “Betrayed on Martha’s Vineyard.” Islander and nationally-acclaimed comedian Louise DuArt is staging the one-woman show (featuring 25 of her celebrity impersonations) at Dreamland, in Oak Bluffs. Described as “a rollicking tale” of how a network of neighborly sleuths rid t...

Martha’s Vineyard is a place rich in agriculture and community, which means food can be a lot different here.  We have such great access to  foods that have been grown here or lived here.  Think about our farmer’s markets, our fish markets, The Farm Institute, and how so many of our restaurants focus on using local i...

With the days getting shorter and more things closing for the season on Martha’s Vineyard, it’s time for us hearty Island folks to be creative with how to entertain ourselves.  It’s time for Supper Clubs to begin.  All around the Island, people come up with clever ways to have fun with friends in the comfort of their own ...

I know it’s a little early to be thinking about Christmas, but I’m getting excited about the holidays on Martha’s Vineyard.  As a matter of fact, in less than a month, our Teddy Bear Suite with all its cuddly bears will be back in time for Christmas in Edgartown. Going into our second year now sponsoring this new holiday ...

A welcome sight on Main Street in Vineyard Haven — people in the windows, enjoying a bite to eat at the new Cafe Moxie.  Now open for about a month, there is lots to celebrate. A New Addition to Cafe Moxie – Chef Josh Aronie First, let’s start with the fact that the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (brunch o...