Spring has finally sprung. Well at least according to the calendar (in one day) because the weather sure doesn’t tell you that. So in celebration of this season of color and joy, I wanted to introduce you to someone who injects a lot of life and color into the world through her work and creations, Libby Ellis. If you know Libby, th...

UPDATE: Shiretown Meats Closed its 2018. They will be missed With winter’s grasp finally releasing the Island, and the soon-to-bloom spring talk of what’s new — I decided it was time to quickly visit another iconic Island place that I have yet to try. Shiretown Meats. I drive by Shiretown Meats all the time and...

I say this time and again, but I am always amazed at what this small Island produces. There is such an array of talented, forward-thinking individuals who are not afraid to venture into something new. Have you heard of EQL? It’s a wedding magazine specializing in weddings and destinations for LGBT couples. In case you might n...

Frequently I am distracted by pretty shiny things, and Star Dancer Designs, by Jeanie Hay Sternbach, has been catching my eye for quite a while. Whether it’s at Martha’s Vineyard Fashion Week, Citrine or pop-art shows on the Island, her creations pique my interest. This is unexpected because many of her pieces have crystals. I...

For some reason, this month seems to be the time I venture to places on Martha’s Vineyard that I have not gone to. For this week’s exploration, I went to Soigne in Edgartown. Many of my friends were shocked to hear that I had never stepped foot into this Edgartown staple, and I have no reason for not having been there before. I’ve ...

It’s the week before Valentine’s Day, and perhaps you’re struggling for ideas. For some, this is “Hallmark” holiday time, full of fluff. For others, this day is taken very seriously, and is a day to revere the ones you love. For me, I enjoy this sweet little holiday. It’s a reason to smother the people I love with extra kisses...

When jewelry designer Stefanie Wolf asked me to come to New York City and help her sell her collection, Stefanie Wolf Designs, which are all handmade on Martha’s Vineyard, at the NY Now gift show (which is the largest in the country), of course I said yes. First, what a fun reason to go to NYC, and secondly to support an Island des...

Over the Summer months, Island residents were welcomed to participate in the design process for Niantic Park in Oak Bluffs. If you’re wondering which park this is, it’s the one with the basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, and  a bit of open space. The park is getting a complete renovation, and is being funded by Comm...

Though many places have closed their doors for a Winter break, there is one place that thrives during the off-season on Martha’s Vineyard, The Food Truck. If you’ve driven by the Chilmark General Store recently between the hours of 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., you’ve probably seen the Cook Truck, and wondered to yourself is that Josh Ar...

Whether enjoying the holidays on the shores of Martha’s Vineyard or the mainland, people love to get gifts made by the local artists here. The Vineyard has an amazing number of talented people who craft one of a kind items. Luckily, you can find locally made items in a number of stores around the Island. However, what a great idea...