Archive 2014

The Ritz has been a Circuit Avenue hot spot in Oak Bluffs since its grand opening in 1944. Prior, the space was a fish market and then a soda fountain. Changing hands only a handful of times, Larkin and Jackie Stallings are currently working closely with current owner Janet King to become the bar’s official fourth set of owners. Larkin says plans for the renovated Ritz are to highlight the bar’s reputation as a local, funky, dive hangout and add a little Southern charm to it. “It’s all about making it simple and fun,” Larkin said.

A Classic Misunderstanding: Human vs. Dog Body Language Imagine this scenario:  You have just watched an episode of a poplar dog training TV show that...

A modern day visitor to the Gay Head cliffs may not know that underneath one’s feet, buried in sand, lies an abandoned military bunker. The Martha’s Vineyard of 1939-1942 was a far cry from the balmy, tourist-centric island we see today. Co-authors Thomas Dresser, Herb Foster, and Jay Schofield have decided to pry open a window into World War Two era Vineyard by penning their first collaborative work together, Martha’s Vineyard in World War II.

Vineyard eateries are impressive and somewhat eclectic in order to please every one’s taste and budget. The first thought that comes to most people’s minds when they find themselves hungry on the Vineyard is Seafood. Fried Seafood to be more specific. After all you can get other foods back home but when you’re this close to the ocean, you want to grab a basket of fresh fried seafood and take in the sights. The smell of the salty air and ocean views makes for a pleasant experience. The perfect spot to create this enjoyable scenery and food is the Quarterdeck on Dock St in Edgartown.

Martha's Vineyard Fashion Week in support of Angel Flight NE is the perfect time to get dressed up! The month of September is the perfect...

In a combination that pays homage to the decommissioned Islander, Shirley Temple’s cheerful melody and a mother’s sweet tooth, the Good Ship Lollipop candy store was born. And the shop is indeed a haven for both the young and old. Part of Good Ship Lollipop’s success is staying true to old-fashioned roots while exploring an entirely new domain of sweets; both adults and children delight in finding classics like candy necklaces, Mint Juleps chews, and Necco banana splits in the store.

There are a thousand noises that echo across the Vineyard, but none are more rare than the sound of silence. The neon buzz of Oak Bluffs and the high end clamor of Edgartown are indeed an experience, but sometimes what a person needs is a little peace and quiet. On the island of Chappaquiddick, fondly nicknamed ‘Chappy’ by island residents, peace and quiet muffle the weary island traveler’s footsteps.

There is a lot to a restaurant name and for Bite on the Go it describes perfectly what this Brazilian/American restaurant does best. It is a great place to go for a relaxed meal with the family and friends or for a quick “Bite on the Go” for the busy vacationer or local. With a menu diverse enough to accommodate every craving, customers can select their meal from a revolving buffet that includes both Brazilian and American favorites, eating in the spacious dining area or, conveniently, taking a container of food to go.

Oak Bluffs is gaining an exciting new option for stylish shoppers wishing to maintain their lifestyle on a budget; MV Allston was started by 20's something Oak Bluffs resident Erica Belle with one mission in mind - to provide fashion forward clothing for woman of all sizes and budgets. Grand opening, Saturday, July 5th

Run down of who's playing where and when on the Vineyard July 13-16th. DJs, live bands, karaoke and more.