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Appropriately located across from the harbor in Oak Bluffs, Slip 77 is a storefront best recognized by its iconic dot-filled logo. Owners Jessica Lyon and Christina Izzo first met here on the island, and fell in love with the Vineyard style of living. Years later, they have man-aged to turn their affinity for the island spirit into an unmistakable brand that features everything from the basic logo t-shirt to the more classy selection of resort wear. This Week sat down with Jessica to find out more about the past, present, and future of Slip 77.

LED Paddle Boarding is the newest attraction at Island Spirit Kayak. The LED lights allow you to see fish, scallops and all the sea life below you. Paddle Boarding is also so simple, so you don’t have to work on any skills before you come out and give it a try. You do use muscles in your feet that you never knew you had, but it’s a good feeling. You’re having so much fun, so it doesn't feel like a workout.

by Chaiel Schaffel So Tequila has a reputation for being the life of the party. More exotic than whiskey, sunnier than vodka, and stronger than...

Known as the island’s only beach bar and restaurant, the Sandbar & Grille wears many hats. Dockside, it’s one-part family-friendly restaurant, one-part sports bar, sharing a surf-theme that includes a spacious outdoor (manmade) beach patio and peninsula-style bar. Inside, it’s a sushi bar with a tucked away speakeasy vibe that lures crowds far and wide with its fresh and inventive sushi.

SUN MAY 25 4:00 PM MV Chamber Music Society Annual Spring Concert MV Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven Adult: $20.00 Students FREE with ID The annual Spring concert always...

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.

Before you board your ferry home, visit the harbor-side Dockside Jewelers to choose from an incredible selection of island-related pieces that allow you to bring that piece of Martha’s Vineyard home with you. From island wampum jewelry to hand-made silver or gold island charms, This Week spoke with professional jeweler Steve Davidian about his incredible selection of island treasures.

Third World Trading Co, located in Oak Bluffs, is a beloved Vineyard shop that offers an extraordinary selection of clothing, jewelry, and home goods from around the world. The store itself is cozy and vibrant without seeming over-crowded and customers will certainly leave each time feeling as though they saw something new and utterly unique. Lori Katsounakis, owner of Third World Trading Co, spoke with This Week about her personal experience in retail and the evolution of her store.

Danny Segal doesn’t want your arm or your leg. Most people visit the Vineyard with the expectation of spending substantial money, and this makes island life difficult for those on a budget. Dinner can cost upwards of $30 a plate in some places. Unlike other restaurants on the Vineyard, Edgartown Pizza doesn’t require you to surrender your favorite limb or take out a second mortgage to pay for lunch.With value, variety, and quality, Edgartown Pizza is always a welcome surprise.

The Menemsha Galley has thrived on the Vineyard since the 1950s, serving delectable seafood dishes to-go. The Galley has been a long standing favorite of island families; it’s soft serve ice cream is remembered fondly by many children. The Galley recalls many of the island’s bygone charms. While the operation of the restaurant is rooted in modern amenities, the restaurant’s customers experience a family business at its best—homestyle cooking, friendly service, and distinctive island whimsy.