As we settle into 2023 we hope you’re still feeling motivated and inspired to learn new things and take up new hobbies. One of our goals is to always be providing you with the best local information to help you make the most of our dynamic Island, and we think our local Martha’s Vineyard libraries can help support continued learnin...

While many visitors know Martha’s Vineyard food through its more seasonal options, such as warm apple fritters from Back Door Donuts, fresh lobster rolls from The Lookout, and stuffed quahogs or “stuffies” from Menemsha Fish Market, there were some incredible restaurants open in the winter that are ready to delight your palate. We’...

In the winter months, we’re often asked “does Martha’s Vineyard get snow?” The answer is generally yes, but not too much, but we can’t be sure just how often we’ll get to experience Martha’s Vineyard in the snow. Because Martha’s Vineyard is located in New England it inherently lends itself to unpredictable weather. Plus the nature...

We’re often being asked by visitors and new residents “what is there to do on Martha’s Vineyard in the winter?” While many of our businesses are seasonal and won’t reopen until the spring, there are ample businesses that remain open throughout the year to keep us Island residents and visitors well-fed, inspired and entertained. We ...

After a number of years, the lights are back on at The Beach Plum Inn Restaurant. Or should I say that the patio is open for epic sunsets once again! This restaurant offers stunning water views with a peaceful, up-Island pastoral setting, and now some of the most delicious food offered this season. Dinner with an incredible ...

The Homeport restaurant has been closed since 2019, and this is a restaurant that has been greatly missed. When we heard that it was going to reopen this season with a new chef, and new owners, our interest was more than piqued. So many of us have special memories that took place at this restaurant that has been an Island staple si...

Morning Glory Farm is just one of those places that you can’t get enough of. From the Island grown flowers, fruits and veggies, to the fresh baked goods, prepared foods, healthy options and more, it is a favorite of Islanders and visitors alike. Morning Glory Farm Food Truck Just when you thought you couldn’t love it anym...

A visit to The Cliffs in Aquinnah is always a good idea, but now it’s even better because there is Aquila to add to the variety of shops to explore. Aquila is named for the constellation that can be seen above the Cliffs only during July and August, it translates to the eagle, which is why the logo of the shop features an eagle. Aq...

Suddenly, there are so many places on Island open for the season. From breweries to ice cream shops to restaurants, retail shops and more – the Island is definitely gearing up for the 2022 Summer season! Cheers to the 2022 Season Spring Openings: Edgartown Bad Martha Farmer’s Brewery Murdick’s Fudge Katydid Backwater Kata...

*UPDATE: Please double check with the Trustees to see what the status of the beach is regarding vehicles. What does Over Sand Vehicle Permit mean? FUN of course, but no, seriously each year, Islanders and visitors have the opportunity to purchase OSV permits from the Trustees. Why purchase one of these permits? Well, for many peopl...