The Island of hand-made gifts
As Islanders, we face a little added inconvenience this time of year. Between inflated shopping prices and off-Island travel expenses, ‘tis the season to brace our bank accounts. No matter how thrifty you may...
’Tis the season in Tisbury
The Vineyard Haven Business Association has the town of Tisbury gearing up for a busy and spirited December. It all starts on Dec. 10, where you can get the bulk of your holiday shopping...
Hunting for holiday gifts
With the chill in the air and the holiday music playing on the radio, I am getting into the holiday spirit. One of my favorite things about this time of year (other than endless...
Artful giving
The opening of the Featherstone Holiday Gift Show has become the Vineyard equivalent of a Black Friday big-box store event. Many Islanders begin their Christmas shopping efforts with a visit to the multi-artist show,...
Paint the town pink and green
Consider Edgartown a one-stop shop for deals, dinners, drinks, and donations all weekend long. The town will host its sixth annual Pink and Green Weekend starting Thursday, May 11, and running through Sunday, May...
Valentine’s pop-up
There is still plenty of time to get your Valentine’s Day shopping done, and you can support local artisans in the process. A one-day shop, Valentine Central, will pop up at Island Images gallery...
Oak Bluffs markets are last-minute stops for creative holiday gifts
Still looking for last-minute gifts? Head over to Oak Bluffs this weekend; there are still a couple of untapped resources for checking out handmade items from local artisans.
Island Images Gallery at 57 Circuit Avenue,...
Shop with a cause this holiday season
If you haven’t done any holiday shopping yet, you’re sure to find something special at this year’s Handmade from the Heart show at the Daniel Fisher House in Edgartown. On Saturday from 10 am...
Rosewater Holiday Market pops up in Edgartown
’Tis the season for finding that perfect gift, and Rosewater Market in Edgartown is here to help. This week they opened a pop-up shop on Main Street, Edgartown, for all your gift-giving needs. Julia...
Shop Local: Martha’s Vineyard Glass
I've been working with Martha's Vineyard Glassworks (MVG) on State Road in West Tisbury, photographing a variety of their stunning pieces of art. Founded by Andrew Magdanz, his wife Susan Shapiro, and Mark Weiner,...
Holiday shopping made easy on Martha’s Vineyard
The best kind of holiday gift is a local holiday gift. Lucky for us, this Island is crawling with locations to stock up. Up-Island or down-Island, from now through December, there are plenty of...
Interactive Holiday Shopping Map
Shop local this Holiday season and take advantage of great deals all across the Island. From holiday pop up shops to special sales and events, our local retailers offer something for everyone on your...
Vineyard Holiday Shop needs a home
For over 20 years, the Vineyard Holiday Shop, a pop-up holiday shop in Vineyard Haven, has been a beacon of business for local artists and crafters in the off-season. This year, however, they can’t...
Chicken Alley Thrift Shop creates treasure from castoffs
The Vineyard’s newest designer line may come with a label, but not with designer prices. Martha’s Vineyard Community Services' Chicken Alley Thrift Shop has launched its own line of upcycled home goods and clothing,...
Nicole Jackson, on a shopping mission
We sent Times graphic designer Nicole Jackson out on a mission: “Stay local, and find treasures for everyone on your Christmas list, and yourself, too, of course.” She came through with flying colors, cozy...
Make every holiday purchase a local one with Tisbury Turkey
Want to make a difference in the community this holiday season? Here’s an easy way: Buy from the online marketplace Tisbury Turkey (tisburyturkey.com), and support Vineyard nonprofits without spending an extra penny. Choose a...
Let the shopping begin
'Tis the weekend. The holiday shopping countdown is on. The Vineyard celebrates its version of Black Friday with a host of holiday markets, trunk shows, and crafts fairs. Along with the traditional Thanksgiving-weekend Artisans...
Thanksgiving time at Morning Glory Farm
We look forward to eating our weight in turkey and stuffing, but until then, Morning Glory staff works hard to prepare classic Thanksgiving dishes.