News and Events for Nantucket Island
As they enter their 75th year in business, Murray’s Toggery Shop, the iconic Nantucket store at 62 Main Street and home of the original Nantucket Reds collection, has just completed a major renovation to transform the ladies’ and children’s departments. The renovation, which began at the beginning of January and was initially delayed due to closures associated with the pandemic, is now finished.
To start, the weather in March was incredible here on Nantucket. Then, April was the pits (including more than the just the weather). May rolled around where we usually see an influx of people at the start of the season; however, that did not quite transpire this year. Fast forward to today, and summertime is so close you can taste it! It is definitely time to enjoy a splash of summer in your glass.
For four decades, Greg and Judi Hill have been an integral part of the Nantucket community. Greg’s paintings grace many homes on- and offisland and the gifts Judi has designed are always popular holiday and hostess gifts. They’ve devoted their time and donated their works to more island causes than […]
by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier of Épernay If you weren’t already filled with joy just by being on Nantucket, your heart will overflow with abundance attending a wedding or getting hitched here yourself. The beauty of the isle provides the perfect backdrop to what is considered the best day of […]
by Jenny Benzie, Advanced Sommelier of Épernay Being on Nantucket during the month of August has its ups and downs. While the water temperature is just right and the days of sunshine outnumber those of any other weather combined, there is a tremendous amount of traffic to navigate on this […]
by Catherine Macallister Not far from the Hyline docks and just behind the famous Straight Wharf Gazebo are the wide wooden steps that bring you into Perch Nantucket. This store is large and open, carrying some the island’s trendiest clothing. Laurie O’Connell, owner and buyer for the company, is primarily […]
by Catherine Macallister Sara Campbell has only just opened for the day and there is already someone enjoying the white rocking chairs that are set outside the storefront. Dog treats and a doggie bowl complete the outside of the welcoming shop, making this the perfect place for customers and their […]
by Catherine Macallister When you walk into the bright and open gallery that belongs to Susan Lister Locke, you won’t be able to decide which view is better: the beautiful jewelry that lines the shelves and cabinets or the picturesque harbor view from the shop windows, where she draws inspiration […]
by Jenny You are sitting on your back porch and can hear the roar of the ocean waves. The grill is fired up and ready for action. Friends visiting from off-island are gathered, listening to music, and enjoying the summer afternoon. In honor of celebrating the holiday of America’s independence, […]
