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ISLAND WEDDINGS WINTER–SPRING 2022

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WINTER-SPRING 2022

CONTENTS

PLANNING + INSPIRATION

REAL WEDDINGS

NEWS FLASH: The latest news from the Island.

Arika & Gerald

ENGAGED: An Oak Bluffs surprise.

Sydney & Alex

EXPERT ADVICE: Order She Wrote’s Joanna Krupnick talks taking lettering to the next level.

Martina & Alexander

Gwendolyn & James

SPOTLIGHT: Should all dogs go to weddings?

Megan & Daniel

TIMELINE: A month-by-month planning guide.

A PICTURE’S WORTH Choosing a wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. Island photographers share how to make the right choice and get the photos you want.

GONE IN A FLASH Remember your wedding day fondly with a list of can’tmiss, must-have shots.

DREAM BIG Even a small elopement can pack a big punch.

PHOTO FINISH: Share your Instagram snaps.

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A comprehensive guide to everything you need, from accommodations to wedding planners. ON THE COVER: Larisa Stinga photographed Gwendolyn Tetirick and James Flexner on Moshup Beach in Aquinnah. For more from their wedding day, see page 32.

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Martha’s Vineyard

ISLAND WEDDINGS Published twice a year. mvislandweddings.com • 508-627-4311

Editor Vanessa Czarnecki

Art Director Jane McTeigue

Associate Editor Nicole Mercier

Contributing Photographers Jacqueline Aleace, Randi Baird, Elizabeth Cecil, Tim Correira, Jessica K. Feiden, Jocelyn Filley, Micaela Grace, J & J Photography, Anne Lee, Mila Lowe, Kate McElwee, Joe Mikos, Ellen Sargent, Christine Sargologos, Larisa Stinga, Charla Storey, David Welch

Contributing Writers Sydney Bender, Susan Catling, Vanessa Czarnecki, Joanna Krupnick, Emily Meegan, Nicole Grace Mercier, Abby Remer, Erin Ryerson

Advertising Design and Production Jared Maciel, McKinley Sanders

Sales Manager Frederica Carpenter

Advertising Sales Carrie Blair, Garrett Burt, Alessandra Hagerty, Amy Kurth

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Martha’S Vineyard Publisher Jane Seagrave

Editor-in-Chief Paul Schneider

Senior Editor Vanessa Czarnecki

Associate Editor Nicole Mercier

Director of Sales and Marketing Skip Finley

Business Manager Sarah Gifford

Customer Relations Manager Kathy Agin Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings, a publication of Martha's Vineyard Magazine, is published by the Vineyard Gazette Media Group, PO Box 66, Edgartown, MA 02539. Copyright © 2022. All rights reserved. Visit us online at mvislandweddings.com. To request additional copies, please email weddings@mvmagazine.com. We welcome contributions for possible publication. We assume no responsibility for loss or damage, but material in our possession will be treated with care.

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FROM THE EDITOR

WELCOME This spring I will serve as the matron of honor for my little sister, Elyse, for whom there are not enough words in the English language to convey my love. It’s the fourth time I’ve been asked to hold a bride’s bouquet, but the first time since I planned my own wedding and became editor of this magazine. With apologies to the others who I was deeply honored to serve and for whom I tried my very best, I feel like I’ve finally grown into the role. Over the past several years, I have immersed myself in the Martha’s Vineyard wedding community. I’ve spoken with countless planners, florists, caterers, photographers, and couples about their processes and best advice. I’ve memorized timelines and pored over thousands of photos. In the process, I’ve even developed a neat party trick. Almost without fail, I can look at an image from a recent wedding and identify all the local vendors involved. Though my sister isn’t particularly impressed by that skill, I am grateful for the opportunity to share with her everything else I have learned, and to help ease her pre-wedding stress. Together, we’ve been able to turn hundreds of photos and errant ideas into a cohesive vision, trim budgets based on recommendations that ran in these pages, and assemble a great team of vendors. When she confessed she wasn’t sure how to choose a photographer, I talked her through what she should be looking for and how to identify her photography style. That conversation served as the inspiration for the beginner’s guide to wedding photography that appears on page 40. I don’t share this story to sing my own praise, or to advertise my services. Rather, the experience reminded me how confused and disorganized I was while planning my own wedding. Almost no one begins this process knowing exactly what to do or what they want. At Island Weddings, I’ve devoted myself to the cause of making wedding planning easier for everyone, not just for those I love. So, after many years in the aisles and the trenches, here’s my best advice. Begin by gathering as much guidance as you can. This magazine and our website archives really are invaluable resources. Take time to reflect on what you want, not just what other people are doing. Hire a team of well-vetted experts, including a planner or day-of coordinator if you can afford it. Make decisions that make your life easier. Don’t stress about achieving the perfect wedding – there’s no such thing, no matter how hard you try. Strive instead to make it heartfelt. Finally, surround yourself with loved ones who will support you, listen to you, and help you achieve your goals. You don’t need a four-time maid of honor/ wedding magazine editor by your side to plan a great wedding – but I’d be lying if I said it didn’t help. My sister is lucky to have me, and I’m luckier still to have her. Congratulations to all who are recently engaged, including our own incredible Associate Editor Nicole Mercier. I wish you so much happiness,

Vanessa Czarnecki, Editor

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PLANNING + INSPIRATION Where & What, When & How

Bride Isabel Pluck (bottom right) gets ready with her bridesmaids at the Captain Morse House in Edgartown. Photo: Kate McElwee | Planning: Timeless Event Planning Flowers: Island Ambiance | Hair + Makeup: Sea Spa Salon

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Ellen Sargent

David Welch

NEWS FLASH

The list of Island wedding planners continues to grow with the addition of two new companies: Martha’s Vineyard Weddings & Events (MVWE) and Island Dreams. Cristina Wiley, of MVWE, gained experience working with longtime wedding planner Lynn Buckmaster-Irwin. Jamie Newhouse, of Island Dreams, utilizes her background in architecture to create a “master plan” for your wedding day. For more information, visit vineyardweddings.com and islanddreamsmv.com.

Courtesy Back Door Donuts

LOVE IS SWEET

HAVE SPIRITS, WILL TRAVEL Two new mobile bars have hit Island roads to bring couples a funky alternative to the wedding bar scene. The Cocktail Caravan – a converted 1976 horse trailer – creates one-of-a-kind cocktails (and mocktails) utilizing hand-crafted mixers, syrups, and aromatics. The Bubbly Brit, a Citroen HY Van that got a makeover in London before journeying across the pond, can serve up both cocktails and champagne. Visit cocktailcaravanmv.com and thebubblybrit. com for details.

It’s not a Vineyard vacation without a trip to Back Door Donuts. The folks behind the popular Oak Bluffs bakery hope the same logic applies to a Vineyard wedding. This past summer they introduced a fun way to display their tasty treats at events with rentable, handmade doughnut walls. Each wall fits thirty doughnuts in flavors of your choice, from chocolate glazed and powdered, to party and buttercrunch. Add an order of their apple fritters and cinnamon rolls for even more dessert options. Visit backdoordonuts.com for more information.

HELP WANTED! Island Weddings is conducting a Martha’s Vineyard Wedding Survey to gauge how people get married on the Vineyard: when, where, and how much they typically spend. The confidential survey takes just five minutes but could help future couples save months of frustration. To participate, go to mvislandweddings.com/survey. Results will be published in an upcoming issue. 12 Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings • Winter | Spring 2022

Elizabeth Cecil

MASTER PLANNERS

ENGAGED

SAY YES

Randi Baird

Christopher Scantling and Akela Moore have history together. The two dated in high school but ended things in college. “We stopped speaking for twelve years and happened to see one another at a mutual friend’s birthday party in May of 2018,” said Christopher. After that chance encounter, they rekindled their friendship – and soon after that, their relationship. As a couple, they enjoy traveling. For the Fourth of July, they paid their first visit to Martha’s Vineyard. “I knew that I was going to pop the question that weekend,” Christopher said. After a meal at Nancy’s Restaurant in Oak Bluffs, they walked to the Summercamp hotel. There, Island photographer Randi Baird was waiting to capture the moment Christopher asked Akela to marry him. Afterward, they walked through the Martha’s Vineyard Camp Ground to take photos among the colorful cottages. The couple plans to marry in Brooklyn in October 2022.

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EXPERT ADVICE

Jacqueline Aleace Photography

ASK THE EXPERT Joanna Krupnick of Order She Wrote illustrates why couples should hire a calligrapher for their wedding-day items. Calligraphy isn’t just for invitation suites these days. For Joanna Krupnick of Order She Wrote, no item or medium is out of the question when it comes to adding custom lettering, monograms, or even a crest. Over the past several years, she has honed her skills to offer couples a range of lettering styles and options for their application – from invitation suites, seating charts, and place cards, to menus, RSVP cards, thank you notes, and signage. Here, she answers questions about how to hire and best use a calligrapher for your wedding, as well as pricing and lead times for custom creations.

How did you get started with calligraphy? My mom actually gifted me a beginner’s set of a workbook and three nibs, saying she thought I’d be good at it! I had always tried to replicate various computer fonts and made faux calligraphy notes for everyone on their birthdays and special occasions. But I completely resisted the idea, so sure I wouldn’t be any good at it. But during a snowy Valentine’s Day weekend on Martha’s Vineyard several years ago, I was bored and stuck inside and decided to give it a go. I went to EduComp (miss you!) and got a set of plain old Crayola markers

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(excellent markers I recommend for beginners, by the way) and that was it! By the end of the weekend, practicing nonstop, I was proud enough to photograph a page of my doodling to post on Instagram. What’s the most common type of work you produce for weddings: invitations, escort cards, signage? Most commonly I am asked to address the invitation envelopes. That was what I started out doing when I first began, and it’s still a huge part of my business now, probably tied for first place with place cards

and other day-of wedding items such as signage. How has your business and the projects you’ve taken on changed over the years? I’d say my business has certainly evolved from just weddings into a lot of fun inperson events. Events have me doing things like personalizing cards or monogramming gifts. These events are super fun since I get to be out in front of people, having conversations, and getting to work in some really fun places. How long does it take to create a custom piece? It depends on the piece. A custom invitation suite could take a few weeks to design before it goes to print. A custom sign can take a day or two, and handwritten vows or a poem take a few days to map out and then several hours for the actual writing. In general, my writing doesn’t take that long anymore (lots of practice!), but the planning and organizing to put it on the page seamlessly and spaced out is what can get very time-consuming.

Micaela Grace

so they take more time and thus cost a little more. What is included in a full invitation suite?

We’ve seen escort cards made from leaves, rocks, beach glass, shells, even fruit, and hand-lettered signs, cups, alternative guest book items, even clothing. What’s the most unusual or interesting item you’ve hand lettered? I love all of those mediums! One time I had to monogram a guitar for someone. That was really cool – also very nerve-racking! I also love hand-painting monograms and names on denim jackets. Those are really fun and I love seeing people wear them for years to come. How do you base your pricing? Is it by item, style, or time spent on it? My pricing is primarily based on the time it takes. Material costs are pretty straightforward using paints, brushes, nibs, and ink. Some mediums are obviously more expensive, but since that’s a choice the client gets to make, I focus on the difficulty and time involved. In terms of lettering styles, I have one or two styles that are considerably more difficult than my others,

A full invitation suite usually consists of the outer envelope (often with a liner) the invitation card, the RSVP card with envelope, and a details card or itinerary card of some sort. Some people consider the save the dates as part of the invitation suite as well. How many months in advance should a couple book a calligrapher?

Yes to all! For invitations I love to design wax seals, custom crests, and, of course, save the dates and thank you note stationery. I have a wonderful illustrator, Tiffany [Willey], who I commission for the really elaborate paintings, such as venues, maps, landscapes, etc. My painting style is much more homegrown and naïve, while Tiffany is the technically proficient one and just all around incredible. I love that we can offer both styles to choose from. If you can only afford spot calligraphy, where do you suggest a couple uses it?

It depends on what you would like to use them for. If you would like a calligrapher to design or address save the dates, you should book them out a year before the wedding. If you would like to start with the invitation design process, you should book them at least six months before your wedding. Three months at least to design, print, and send them out. If you need a calligrapher for the wedding-day items, three months before the wedding is recommended.

I say invest it in the couple’s names and the location on the invitation card. It’s the first thing their guests see, and the invitation card is the keepsake. (The RSVP card comes back to the couple!) Who doesn’t love seeing their name written in a unique and special way? Plus, you can reuse that calligraphy! Maybe use it on stationery, a custom address stamp, a guestbook cover, or even souvenir cups! Write out the bits you want your guests to remember in the calligraphy; whether it’s the location, the date, or even the dress code.

What other custom options can you offer couples? Crests? Maps? Illustrations?

For more information on services and pricing, go to ordershewrotenyc.com.

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SPOTLIGHT

Photos by Larisa Stinga

Photos by Mila Lowe

GOOD BOY, BEST MAN Man’s (and woman’s) best friend increasingly has a role to play at the wedding. At Meghan Summers and Sean Ryan’s wedding at the Lambert’s Cove Inn in West Tisbury this past October, there was no young ring bearer. The honor of carrying the rings didn’t even belong to the best man. Instead, that task went to Meghan and Sean’s golden retriever, Addy, who was escorted partway down the aisle before being unleashed. She ambled her way toward Sean with the rings secured in a pouch on her collar. Though Addy’s star turn was

memorable to the guests in attendance and important to Meghan and Sean, it wasn’t a unique occurrence. For many couples, the choice of who to include in your wedding party is no longer limited to selecting your best man, maid of honor, groomsmen, and bridesmaids. Instead, couples are deciding whether – and to what extent – they want their beloved pets to be involved. Some are choosing to have them walk down the aisle or sit by their side. Others are deciding to leave the pets at home but incorporating

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their likeness on escort cards or cocktail napkins, or naming signature drinks after them. Meghan and Sean opted for both. After delivering the rings, Addy posed for portraits and mingled with guests at the cocktail hour. “We had two signature cocktails and one of them was called the Addy,” said Sean. “She’s a light-haired golden retriever. The drink was vodka, soda, and lemonade, so it was exactly her color.” The reasons for incorporating a pet into

your wedding day are myriad, but for Sean the logic was simple. Addy is a part of his and Meghan’s family. “Wouldn’t you have your daughter in your wedding if you were getting married?” he asked. Of course, if the reasons for including pets in your wedding day are numerous, so are the pre-conditions and concerns. Those who want to bring pets to their wedding need to check with their venue to make sure it is allowed. They need to appoint someone, either a trusted wedding guest or a hired helper, to look after the animal so that the couple doesn’t spend their wedding day chasing after their dog or taking him on a walk. And they need to consider their pet’s temperament and level of involvement, and how it will affect the proceedings of the day. To keep the focus on the bride and groom, Meghan and Sean created a clear handoff plan. The best man walked Addy down the aisle, where she joined Sean for a few minutes before being led to the side by Meghan’s father. This allowed Addy to have her moment in the spotlight without the worry of her misbehaving or creating a distraction. Veterinarians Nate Ritter and Amanda Carlson say that’s a critical point when including a dog in your wedding day. Their beloved dog Hozier took part in the entirety of their June 2021 ceremony at the Sailing Camp in Oak Bluffs. The couple bought Hozier a blue tuxedo harness that they customized to match Nate’s suit. After being escorted down the aisle by the best man, Hozier spent the ceremony lying at Nate’s feet. “We rescued him while we were in veterinary school together,” said Nate. “Hozier is a very big part of our lives, and with his temperament [we knew] it was something he could handle.” But, cautions Nate, “Not all dogs are comfortable in costumes and clothes and have the right demeanor to sit there quietly during the ceremony.” “The dogs can get stressed out, so we try to keep them as calm and happy as possible,” said Heather Mangione, who with Kasia Piasecka owns Al Fresco Tails Pet Sitting. The pair recently expanded their overnight and walking business to include weddings after identifying a gap in the market. They work with clients to create a plan, provide pet transportation to the

Left: Sean Ryan and Meghan Summers’s golden retriever, Addy, served as the couple’s ring bearer. Above: Amanda Carlson and Nate Ritter included their dog, Hozier, in the ceremony and couple photos.

wedding venues, and look after the animals. “We make sure they get a long walk before and have plenty of treats on hand during. Since the weddings are often outdoors in the summer heat, we always take lots of water breaks,” said Heather. Recently Al Fresco was hired to take care of Kelsie Tidman and JB Marston’s two dogs, Odin and Reagan, at their June 2021 wedding at the Harbor View Hotel in Edgartown. “Right before I went out, [Odin and Reagan] went and had their moment. I don’t think many people knew we were doing that,” said Kelsie. “They walked down to the front to JB, who was there waiting. Since they’re not the most patient dogs, we planned that they would then be walked to the side during the actual ceremony. “They took them to the room, gave them dinner and water, and tucked them into bed while we were at the reception,” Kelsie said of the Al Fresco team. “They have an app too where they gave updates...they had

water at this time, dinner at this time. It took all the stress of having the pets there away.” Of course, even with the best plans, when an animal is involved, something is apt to go awry. Amanda cautions couples to think through the decision. “If you’re going to have any animal in your wedding, you should have a sense of humor about it. You never know what’s going to happen,” she said, speaking from both professional and personal experience. “[Hozier] could have stopped halfway down and done his business. If you want everything to be 100 percent perfect, 100 percent of the time, you may not want an animal in your wedding, because you can’t promise that. But if you’re able to take things in stride and it’s important for you to have them as part of your day, and you have a good sense of humor about it, you can’t go wrong.” x —Abby Remer

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TIMELINE

ISLAND WEDDINGS

PLANNING GUIDE

Kate McElwee

Congrats, you’re engaged! Now it’s time to start planning one of the best days of your life. But where do you start? Do you book the venue first or find the perfect dress? When do save the dates go out compared to RSVPs? What about hiring a caterer, photographer, and baker? Don’t stress. Here at Island Weddings magazine, we have the most comprehensive timeline and checklist for planning your perfect Martha’s Vineyard celebration.

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The ultimate checklist for your Martha’s Vineyard wedding. 12 months before Determine overall vision for the wedding Book a wedding planner, if using Draw up a budget* Pick a wedding date and time. Cross-check possible dates with venues, VIP guests, or must-have vendors before finalizing Research and book venues. Popular sites like the Ag Hall in West Tisbury, the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown, and Farm Neck in Oak Bluffs can book up one to two years in advance* Ask friends to be in the wedding party Draft guest list

8–10 months before Send save-the-date cards, giving priority to out-of-town guests Interview and book vendors: caterer, photographer, videographer, band or DJ, and florist* If having an outdoor wedding, contact a rental company to reserve a tent, chairs, tables, etc.* Order wedding dress Reserve hotel block, if necessary Build a website where guests can find travel information, including flights and ferries, house-rental sites, and hotel recommendations Plan registry

6–8 months before Order bridesmaid dresses Book ceremony musicians* Encourage out-of-town guests to book accommodations, flights, or ferry reservations ASAP. Starting in mid-January you can book a ferry through October of that year Begin planning honeymoon Select ceremony officiant

4–6 months before Order invitations and wedding rings Shop for men’s formal wear Taste test cakes and research cake styles Hire wedding-day transportation. Vintage cars, trolleys, and tour buses are popular choices and should be booked first* Plan rehearsal dinner

2–3 months before Order wedding cake Hire a calligrapher, if using Mail invitations Plan order of ceremony* and write vows Book hair stylist and makeup artist, schedule trial runs

1 month before Apply for a marriage license at any Massachusetts town hall; complete name-change documents (if applicable) Make last-minute adjustments with vendors* Have final gown fitting Create wedding program and welcome baskets Prepare seating chart and table design Purchase guest book, cake servers, toasting flutes, etc.

1–2 weeks before Finalize guest list; call any guests who have not RSVP’d Call all wedding vendors to confirm arrangements* Give photographer and videographer a shot list. Include formal portrait combinations and time of day/location where portraits will be taken Give DJ or bandleader a final playlist, including special song requests and songs you don’t want played Give reception site/caterer a final head count* Finalize seating chart Print place- and table cards or finalize list with the calligrapher Give ceremony- and reception-site managers a schedule of vendor deliveries and setup times, requests (tables for DJs, for example), and contact numbers*

2–3 days before Reconfirm final details with all vendors. Discuss any last-minute substitutions* Bride: have gown pressed or steamed, if needed Groom: have final fitting Drop off place cards, menus, favors, and any other items for setting the tables to the caterer and/or reception-site manager* Deliver welcome baskets to hotels or home rentals

Day before Provide all wedding professionals with an emergency phone number to call on the day of the wedding* Prepare tips and payment envelopes Bring unity candle, aisle runner, arbor/chuppah, programs, or other ceremony accessories to the site* Give marriage license to officiant Rehearse ceremony, attend rehearsal dinner

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REAL WEDDINGS

ARIKA & GERALD JUNE 26, 2021 CEREMONY: St. Elizabeth Church

RECEPTION: Atria

STORY BY EMILY MEEGAN PHOTOS BY MILA LOWE Good luck, good communication, and plenty of time to plan allowed Arika Horn and Gerald “Jerry” Vissers to host a June 2021 wedding that reflected their classic yet unique style. During their four years of courtship, the couple’s weekend and week-long trips to the Vineyard became a way for them to relax and connect. Together, they created good memories of driving out on the Chappy beaches and enjoying romantic dinners at Atria in Edgartown. In August of 2019, Jerry proposed on the beach while they were visiting his family on Chappy. “He popped the question and surprised me with having my family fly out,” said Arika. “Martha’s Vineyard and Jerry’s family had always played a big part in our relationship. We couldn’t think of another place to get married.” To celebrate their engagement, the next night they ate at Atria. “It clicked while we were sitting at dinner that it would be a perfect place for our wedding,” she said. “The best luck of all was that when we checked with Atria about our preferred date, a week before July 4th, it wasn’t available for 2020. But the date was available for 2021,” said Jerry. “I looked at Arika and asked her if she would be okay with that long of an engagement. She said yes.” The long engagement turned out to be a blessing, and gave the couple time to coordinate their casually elegant white, gold, and green color scheme, which they carried over into the bridesmaids’ dresses and groomsmen’s suspenders. Atria owner Greer Thornton provided a preferred vendor list to guide the couple in making decisions. “We had time to focus on all the details, and time to get the money together for the vendors,” said Jerry. “It really worked out well.” The months of planning resulted in a perfect day, with one unexpected delight, suggested by their photographer Mila Lowe. She recommended a walk down Main Street right after the ceremony. “That was one of the best parts!” said Arika. “It was just Jerry, myself, and Mila. It was like a mini-parade, just thirty minutes together to calm down before we went to the reception.” The honking and applause for the couple was so loud that shopkeepers came out to see what was happening. “I’ve never felt so important in my life,” Jerry said with a laugh. “It was so much fun.” x

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DETAILS CATERER: Atria CAKE: Stop & Shop MUSIC: Joshua Keeney FLOWERS: Aubrey Maria Designs PARTY RENTALS: Tilton Tents & Party Rentals HAIR + MAKEUP: Sea Spa Salon FAVORS: Val Cakes ACCOMMODATIONS: Edgar Hotel + Harbor View Hotel HONEYMOON: Napa, California + Maui, Hawaii THEIR BEST ADVICE: “Following vendors on social media was a huge help. We are not from the Island, so following them helped us see how our day might come together.”

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SYDNEY & ALEX SEPTEMBER 5, 2020 + JUNE 26, 2021 2020 CEREMONY + RECEPTION: Private Home

2021 PARTY: Chickemmoo Farm

STORY BY NICOLE GRACE MERCIER PHOTOS BY CHRISTINE SARGOLOGOS Sydney Murray and Alex Makhotin are firm believers that things happen for a reason. The couple, who dated for four years before getting engaged, intended to have a black-tie wedding with 250 guests at the Agricultural Hall in West Tisbury in September of 2020. But when the pandemic hit, causing them to reconfigure their plans, they devised a new arrangement that better reflected who they are as a couple. First, they decided to postpone the wedding to June of 2021 to keep most of their vendors on the books. But after some discussion, Sydney and Alex agreed they didn’t want to wait to get married. With the help of their wedding planner Doriana Klumick of Plan It Martha’s Vineyard, they opted to host an intimate ceremony in September at Sydney’s family’s home on East Chop. On the day of her wedding, Sydney got ready in her childhood bedroom. In lieu of the formal dress she had originally ordered, she wore a white jumpsuit she found on Instagram. “I wanted to be a little edgy,” she said. Their vows, exchanged between two large trees, was a highlight for Alex. “We did personal vows, which, combined with the backyard setting, really embodied the essence of our relationship – effortless love, laughter, and happiness at home,” he said. Afterward, a sit-down dinner on the porch was prepared by caterer Shane Tank of Premier Chef Services. A white and blue color palette played out on the tables (including in the menus designed by Alex) and in the flowers by Justin LaVigne of Of The Vine. Nine months later, a pared-down list of friends and family came together to celebrate Sydney and Alex’s marriage. In the process of changing their wedding date, they lost their venue, but were able to secure Chickemmoo Farm in West Tisbury through a family friend. A Vineyard clambake, again prepared by caterer Tank, was served. Florist LaVigne was tapped a second time to create the centerpieces – this time with “bursts of color.” After planning two celebrations far from their original vision, the couple agree that both outcomes made for better memories with their loved ones. “Looking back, [with] 250 people, I don’t know if we would have had the same type of intimate reactions with our closest friends and family,” said Sydney. “And to me, that was the absolute best part of it.” x

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DETAILS WEDDING PLANNER: Plan It Martha's Vineyard CATERER: Premier Chef Services CEREMONY MUSIC: Rhett Price – Hip Hop Violinist PARTY MUSIC: Josh Vietti – Hip Hop Violinist + DJ Official FLOWERS: Of The Vine PARTY RENTALS: Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals HAIR + MAKEUP: Sea Spa Salon PARTY MENUS: Maidenwood Press PARTY CONSULTANT: SeaScape Design HONEYMOON: St. Barthélemy THEIR BEST ADVICE: “Don’t force it – let the Island create the magic.”

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MARTINA & ALEXANDER SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 CEREMONY: Old Whaling Church

RECEPTION: Edgartown Yacht Club Tennis Courts

STORY BY SUSAN CATLING PHOTOS BY RANDI BAIRD Alexander Wolff’s family has something of a tradition when it comes to weddings. His family has summered on the Vineyard for three generations, and his parents and siblings were all married in Edgartown. Alexander hoped to follow in their footsteps, so as soon as he decided to propose to Martina Montalbetti, he began putting the pieces in place. He chose a date and secured the Old Whaling Church and the Edgartown Yacht Club. All he needed next was a “yes,” which Martina happily provided. She also eagerly supported Alexander’s vision for their wedding. “While I was generously given the option to choose wherever in the world I would like for the wedding to occur, and was told these venues only held security deposits, I too wanted to be a part of his history on the beautiful Island that the Wolff family introduced me to,” she said. In an ironic twist of familiar fate, however, their plans were upended by the pandemic. In April of 2020, with their wedding six months away, they decided to postpone their celebration by almost a year. Then, two weeks before the new date, an indoor mask mandate was reinstated. Martina and Alexander opted to move the reception from the Edgartown Yacht Club to the club’s tennis courts, which meant they would now require tents, generators, mobile bathrooms, outdoor catering equipment, lighting, and more staff. As if that weren’t enough, the rehearsal dinner was cancelled when the chef contracted Covid. “Within a matter of hours, Christian and Greer Thornton of Atria saved the day and adapted our menu,” she said. By the morning of the wedding, they thought they were in the clear. And then, ants! An infestation discovered at the tennis courts sent Martina racing to the hardware store for ant spray. With the help of family and friends, the wedding became a memorable group effort. “I still laugh thinking about the photos I have of all of them pitching in to help on the week of the wedding – gluing moss down to foam boards for our escort card table, sticking candles into hurricanes, organizing and personalizing the menus,” she said. Despite all the hurdles, the ceremony unfolded perfectly and the couple made it to their first dance. “We looked into each other’s eyes and without saying a word we both knew, we had done it!” Martina said. “All the hard work paid off and we had the best night of our entire lives.” x Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 29

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DETAILS VIDEOGRAPHER: Harborview Studios CATERER: Edgartown Yacht Club CAKE: Cakes by Liz CEREMONY MUSIC: Griffin McMahon RECEPTION MUSIC: The Sultans FLOWERS: Island Ambiance TENT + PARTY SUPPLIES: Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals TRANSPORTATION: ResortMan HAIR + MAKEUP: Sea Spa Salon GETTING-READY LOCATION: Dr. Daniel Fisher House CALLIGRAPHY + STATIONERY: Papier UK REHEARSAL DINNER: Atria BRUNCH CATERER: Espresso Love WELCOME PARTY: The Reading Room WELCOME PARTY CATERER: Black Sheep GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS: The Charlotte Inn HONEYMOON: South Africa + Benguerra Island

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GWENDOLYN & JAMES JULY 30, 2021 CEREMONY + RECEPTION: Private Home

STORY BY ERIN RYERSON PHOTOS BY LARISA STINGA Gwendolyn Tetirick and James Flexner were organizing a romantic Italian wedding for September 2021 but, like so many other couples, the pandemic threw a wrench in those plans. Rather than stress about it, the couple decided to push back their Lake Como nuptials for a year and focus on something smaller and closer to home. Gwendolyn had long dreamed of eloping and immediately recognized this as an opportunity to have a small, intimate wedding. And so, on July 30, 2021, Gwendolyn and James tied the knot at Sepiessa Point, which was the very first place they visited on their first trip to the Island together. Afterward, they celebrated at the West Tisbury home of the groom’s parents surrounded by fewer than twenty of their nearest and dearest. The bride works in fashion and brought that sense into her bridal look. “I tried on a ton of white dresses! But I didn’t feel like me. I felt like a bride. I wanted to feel more like myself,” Gwendolyn explained. Knowing she’d have a long, uneven walk down the aisle at Sepiessa Point, she didn’t want a dress that she’d be tripping over. She landed on a nude Oscar de la Renta midi dress with jewel embellishments. That beautiful walk down the aisle turned out to be one of her favorite moments of the day. “It was just so perfectly romantic,” she said. James concurred: “I will never forget seeing Gwendolyn walk down the aisle. I was really glad it was a small group; it felt like we were alone.” After a brief ceremony officiated by a good friend of the couple, they retreated to the groom’s family home for dinner under the stars. With the help of her mother-in-law, Gwendolyn brought a vision to life. “I didn’t want to overdecorate a place that’s so beautiful,” she said. But she did allow herself some small extravagances to achieve a “secret garden” feel for the dinner. Miniature chandeliers sourced in New York City, where the couple lives, were strung from a tree branch and brought intimacy to the setting. Blooms sourced from the Island and white orchids from New York lined the table. After a dinner the bride says she will never forget, prepared by V. Jaime Hamlin and Sons, guests lingered at the table until after dark and enjoyed cocktails on the porch. “We’ve had drinks and conversations on that porch hundreds of times,” Gwendolyn said. “It felt like being home.” x

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DETAILS CATERER: V. Jaime Hamlin and Sons Catering & Party Design FLOWERS: Morrice Florist PARTY SUPPLIES: Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals HAIR: Talita Destefani Beauty Lounge GUEST GIFTS: Salt Rock Chocolate Co. REHEARSAL DINNER: Atria THEIR BEST ADVICE: Go smaller and be out in nature. “Towns are lovely, but I think the Island’s best feature is the bucolic beauty of woods and fields.”

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MEGAN & DANIEL JUNE 19, 2021 CEREMONY + RECEPTION: The Captain R. Flanders House

STORY BY SYDNEY BENDER PHOTOS BY JOCELYN FILLEY Flowers make Megan Wholey smile. “I buy fresh flowers every week; it’s my one treat in adulthood,” Megan, a student of fashion design at Parsons School of Design in New York City said. “I have always loved flowers.” So it was no surprise to anyone that knew her, especially her fiancé Daniel “Danny” Garin, that when the time came to plan a June wedding on Martha’s Vineyard, flowers would take center stage. “Danny knows I love flowers – all flowers, any flower he gets me makes me very happy.” The couple hired florist Aubrey Sirois of Aubrey Maria Designs, who drew inspiration from her own love of flowers and the way they can both create and evoke memories. “Aubrey played a big role,” Megan said. “I told her I wanted to incorporate a lot of different flowers for the wedding and for it to feel kind of like we were at a flower market.” She delivered. Big blooms, tiny gypsophila, ballerina pink peonies, stems of lavender, lush roses, Island hydrangeas – “There were so many different flowers, it was perfect,” Megan said. The bride also dreamed up a make-your-own bouquet bar for guests to take home at the end of the night. “Guests at weddings appreciate activities,” she said. “I provided vases for everyone. We bought a lot of little ones and then we lined them up next to the flowers for guests.” It was an activity, décor, and favor all wrapped into one. The Captain R. Flanders House in Chilmark was an exceptional venue, Megan said, as the green acre farm allowed for a foolproof garden party backdrop. Other highlights included the horah, the traditional Jewish wedding dance, and mismatched china for place settings rented from Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals. “I wasn’t someone who thought about their wedding for a long time,” Megan said, so she took suggestions from vendors while incorporating her own passion for design. She also tapped Island Alpaca to bring their furry, rentable friends to mingle with guests. “Seeing everyone enjoy the flower stand and the alpacas was very special,” she said. When it comes to planning a wedding, Megan said to get creative and do things that will make you and your partner happy. “It’s funny because while I was planning, people would say, ’Don’t waste money on flowers, nobody will pay attention to them.’ And I would just say, ’Even if they don’t pay attention to them, I want to go all out on the flowers, this is for me! This is for us!’” x Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 37

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DETAILS DAY-OF COORDINATOR: Vineyard Weddings CATERER: Premier Chef Services CAKE: Cakes by Liz MUSIC: Dukes of Circuit Avenue FLOWERS: Aubrey Maria Designs TENT + PARTY SUPPLIES: Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals HAIR + MAKEUP: Sea Spa Salon CALLIGRAPHY + STATIONERY: Etsy GUEST ACCOMMODATIONS: Summercamp REHEARSAL DINNER: The Sweet Life HONEYMOON: Tanzania + Zanzibar THEIR BEST ADVICE: “Enjoy the process and embrace your creativity.”

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A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Everything you always wanted to know about choosing a photographer, including all the questions you didn’t know you need to ask. BY VANESSA CZARNECKI

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hances are good that you’ve never hired a professional photographer before. And it’s true: it’s not a decision that you want to make lightly. But while choosing a photographer isn’t as straightforward as, say, selecting your cake flavor, it doesn’t have to be an arduous task. Here, we walk you through the process of choosing the right person for the job and ensuring you end up with photographs you will cherish through the years.

Determine your photography style If you’ve never paid attention to photography styles before, you’re not alone. Most people evaluate photographs based on the subject. They look at wedding photos and think, “Do I like that wedding dress or that shade of flowers?” But when choosing a photographer, you need to look beyond the content (which, after all, you can change to suit your own style). Instead, ask yourself: “Do I like the photograph itself?” With some practice, you will begin to recognize that each photographer has a particular style, which functions as his or her calling card. Some prefer light and airy styles filled with muted pastels; others gravitate toward vibrant hues,

dark and moody tones, or vintage-style sepia tints. The key is to figure out what you and your partner want. If you aren’t sure, refer to the wedding photographs you saved on Instagram and Pinterest and search for commonalities. Bear in mind that there is a difference between shooting and editing style, says photographer Tim Correira. Shooting style refers to the types of images a photographer might take and how they compose them. (Think: formal, artsy, candid, etc. Most photographers employ several styles depending on the circumstances.) A photographer’s editing style, on the other hand, is more obvious, and is likely to “change more quickly than shooting

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styles” over time, says Correira. “‘Light and airy,’ ‘dark and moody’ – those are like Instagram buzzwords for editing styles.” There’s no best photography style, only personal preferences, but you want to choose the one that complements the tone of your day. If, for example, you envision bright flowers that form a focal point, look for a photographer whose editing style won’t dampen those pops of color. If you’re planning a black-tie affair, you might gravitate toward a photographer who is well-versed in formal poses and utilizes a classic or film style. Consider the details you’ve selected, as well as the particulars of your venue. Finally, if you’re worried that your

photos will appear dated in a few years’ time, you can’t go wrong with a classic approach. Correira points to some of the Instagram filter styles that were once popular and now seem passé. “Five, ten, twenty years from now, the more stylized your photos are, the more dated they are going to appear,” he says. “A classic style is always going to be good.”

Explore your options Once you’ve figured out your preferred photography style, it’s time to compile a short list of candidates that fit the bill. If you have recently married friends whose photos you liked, you can ask them for suggestions. Likewise, if you’re working with a wedding planner, he or she will suggest several preferred candidates. But if you’re going it alone (or just want to know all your options), you’ll want to turn to a comprehensive directory, such as the Vendor + Resource Guide on page 62, which includes all the photographers who regularly work on the Vineyard. Take the time to review each photographer’s portfolio and social

media pages, which will help you get a feel for the types of weddings they enjoy capturing and what they consider to be their best work. Remember also to look beyond the photographs, especially if you haven’t received a personal or professional recommendation for the photographer. Check the “about me” page on their website, do your research, and search for online reviews. You want to weed out anyone who doesn’t look like a credible, experienced vendor with satisfied clients and specific wedding experience. “The most important thing you can look for in a photographer is a recommendation that you can know and trust,” says Correira.

Reach out to top candidates After you’ve identified at least three photographers you like, it’s time to send introductory emails. The letter should be tailored to each individual – no form letters, please – and explain what you like about their work, where and when you intend to marry, as well as an inquiry about availability on your wedding date

and an estimate of pricing options. Many photographers, in turn, will ask for additional information about you. “I ask them to show a few photos of inspiration or create a mood board of images to see what they like and don’t like,” says Island photographer Mila Lowe. Although every photographer operates differently, if your date is available and the price range is within your budget, most will send full galleries for you to review. You want to make sure the galleries are from recent weddings the photographer has shot from start to finish – ideally at your own or a similar venue so that you can get an accurate idea of how he or she would capture your own celebration. “If you like some of the photos but you don’t like some of the others, that should tell you something,” says Correira. “Anyone can take a dozen great photos

Can you spot the differences? Each photographer has a unique style. From left: Randi Baird, Jessica K. Feiden, Jocelyn Filley, and Larisa Stinga. Opening spread: Tim Correira.

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out of 1,500 and send you those. You want a photographer to say, ‘Here is a wedding I did at the Harbor View in September. This is exactly what the clients got and you are welcome to look through it.’”

Schedule a meeting Assuming you like what you’ve seen so far, it’s time to take your relationship to the next level. “I like to schedule a quick call when couples inquire to hear about their plans and see if we’re a good fit,” says Island photographer Jocelyn Filley. “It’s all about chemistry. If you have good chemistry, you’ll have a great time working together.” Photographer Larisa Stinga echoes those sentiments: “My advice that I always give my couples is to make sure they vibe well with their photographer. Even if the photographer is the most amazing and talented one out there, you want to make sure there is a chemistry. The photographer is the third wheel through the day. You better like their energy and personality.” Of course, these meetings aren’t all about shared jokes and good rapport. You also need to discuss the details. If you’ve already researched your candidates, you can dispense with many of the 100+ questions that guides such as The Knot suggest you ask. Instead, use this time to talk about your vision and expectations. Do you have your heart set on a first look portrait session? Is there a specific shot list you want your photographer to capture? Tell them about it, and make sure they are on board. You’ll also want to discuss different wedding-day packages: what each photographer’s fee entails, the prospective timeline of the day, how many hours and locations you’d like them to cover (eight hours is the most popular option), and whether a second photographer will be on hand to capture additional angles. Don’t skip the nitty-gritty details. Make sure you know exactly what you will receive when the photos are finalized, when you should expect to receive them, who owns the rights to the photos, and what happens in the event of a cancellation or postponement – the latter is especially important in the age of Covid.

“Managing expectations with clients is one of the most important things and it’s how you’re going to prevent people from being unhappy later,” Correira says. But he also urges you to be direct. “The best way for me to do what you want is for you to tell me what you want.”

Trust your intuition If you’ve done your research, met with each candidate, explored their fee structures, and made your pros and cons lists, all that’s left to do is make the choice official. Remember: you are not obligated to hire a photographer just because you met with them. You want to choose the one who is the best fit. The photographer wants that for you too. “The vast majority of problems that clients have with photographs, and photographers have with clients is just that they weren’t a good fit to start with,” says Correira, “and that’s because photography is so subjective.” “If you love what you are seeing and hearing from previous clients and have a good rapport, then I think that person is a great choice,” says Filley. After you’ve made your decision, reach out to the photographer and ask him or her to send you a proposal based on the details that you’ve discussed. Read it carefully; this is your legal recourse should anything go wrong! If you’re happy with it, sign it and send it back with a deposit to hold the date.

Follow up as the date approaches The amount of contact you have with your photographer after signing the contract will vary based on the individual and whether you have booked an engagement session. “It really depends on the couple,” says Filley. “Sometimes they seek out my advice a lot through the planning process and sometimes I hardly hear from them until we get close to their wedding date.” In almost all cases, the photographer will email you a questionnaire that is due one month before the wedding. The purpose of the questionnaire is to finalize details, such as locations, times, vendors, and contact information; as well as to gather specific family and friend groupings you want to capture and any information your photographer should

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be made aware of, such as divorced or deceased parents. This information helps photographers draft a timeline that can be shared with you and your vendors. “Every wedding is different, as is every budget,” says Island photographer Kelley DeBettencourt. “I work with my clients on their timeline in order to get the most out of our time together. Sometimes we need to bump up the cake cutting or dances to fit into a tighter schedule.” Roughly one week before the event, your photographer will likely check in to discuss any last-minute changes or weather-related concerns.

Enjoy the day The hard part is over! At last, it’s time to relax, trust in your vendors, and have fun. Before the wedding day portrait session, Stinga lets her couples know she doesn’t expect them to be models or look a certain way. “I encourage them to forget any image they have in mind from the internet and just focus on each other and on the experience.…The way I create an image is to think in my head about how I want it to look composition-wise, place them where I want them to be, in the best lighting, and then distract them with questions and directions so they forget I’m taking pictures.” But if a couple ever finds themselves in a pose or position that doesn’t feel natural, she wants them to speak up. “I remind them that they don’t have to perform or be anything but themselves.” Of course, for all the attention paid to portraits, they make up only a small portion of the images from your big day. “I focus on capturing candid moments...,” says Lowe. “For me, photography is as much an art of light as it is an invitation for people to relax, be open, feel free to express who they are, and how beautiful and real the emotions between couples or families can be.” Proper planning allows her to capture both the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments and pre-planned events. Her wedding-day advice applies equally to brides and to photographers. “Make sure you have established a relationship and trust,” says Lowe. “Go with the flow, but be mindful of the small details and fleeting moments that make these days truly special.” x

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LEAP FIRST OR LOOK FIRST? The pros and cons of scheduling a portrait session prior to your ceremony. Let’s get one thing settled: it’s not bad luck to see your fiancé before the start of the wedding. That notion dates to the time of arranged marriages, when negotiating partners (read: the parents) worried the bride or groom might split if they caught a glimpse of each other with time to spare. While the long-forgotten origins of that superstition may be unsavory, the resulting tradition of waiting to see your partner is still a beloved part of weddings. In fact, it remained virtually unchecked until recently, when pre-ceremony “first look” portrait sessions surged in popularity. Today, the debate over whether to shoot first, marry later provokes strong opinions from either side. Those in favor of an aisle reveal say it is often a highlight of the wedding: the emotion in the room is palpable, and the photos are often unbeatable. “I think there’s something special about seeing each other for the first time at the ceremony,” says photographer Jocelyn Filley. She also likes that it allows her to break up portrait sessions, with separate and small-group portraits prior to the ceremony and newlywed portraits after. “I really love the energy of portraits right after the ceremony,” says Filley. Proponents of a first look session make similar claims. It allows you to take pictures when you look your best, just after you’ve finished getting ready; it creates an intimate moment between you and your partner away from prying eyes; and it

allows you to spend more time with your guests at the cocktail hour, especially if you follow a first look with group portraits, says Mila Lowe. Fellow photographer Larisa Stinga is even more enthusiastic. “Hell yes,” she says when asked if she encourages a first look. “It’s an intentional moment that you can have with your partner on your wedding day. You can share intimate vows, letters, tears, and it’s the most unique and beautiful moment, in my opinion.” It’s a myth that walking down the aisle will be less special if you already see each other, she says. “[Couples] still get emotional and share tears when they realize ‘it’s happening.’” Despite any personal opinions, most photographers say they will follow a couple’s lead, and that the decision of whether to schedule a first look should be based on logistics and emotion. “I don’t stress it either way because there are advantages and disadvantages to both,” says Tim Correira. For him, the decision comes down to whether you want to arrive at the ceremony together or delay that special moment. If the couple thinks they might be anxious prior to the ceremony, a first look could soothe their nerves. If not, it might not be necessary. “It’s important to remember that everyone is different, and that’s okay,” says Correira. In other words, a photographer’s preference shouldn’t influence your plans. Neither should debunked superstitions. – VC Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 45

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DON’T SKIP THESE TIPS Island professionals share their expert advice for achieving stunning, successful wedding and engagement photographs. Act fast: “Book your photographer as soon as possible so that you can get the person you want for the date you have selected,” says Kelley DeBettencourt. “Especially for Saturdays in September!”

of the day are the ones that really tell the story, so I want to make sure I always have time for those.”

Don’t scrimp: “Photography is probably the most important investment in your wedding day. But while budget plays a huge role in decision making, you should not pick your photographer based on price only,” says Larisa Stinga. This is also valid advice for the photographers, she notes. Rather than accepting every paying client, a photographer needs to ensure a good fit.

Cater your requests to the photographer: Clients sometimes send inspiration photos that would be impossible to replicate on the Vineyard due to vastly different conditions, such as portraits taken in the middle of the desert, says Correira. Instead, it’s more helpful to show examples from your photographer’s own portfolio that he or she can easily recreate, he notes. “My favorite is a bride will make a PDF of photos I’ve taken and say, ‘These are ten photos that you’ve taken recently. We love these.’”

Think local: The Island is a particular place with specific travel considerations, says Tim Correira. “You should hire someone who knows what it takes to get there, which is especially important if the boats are cancelled or there’s a possibility of a hurricane. If you are importing a photographer from off-Island, have them arrive a few days in advance.”

Don’t forget about film: Many photographers have transitioned to digital-only photography, which allows them to shoot more photos at a lower cost. But for lovers of film and its idiosyncrasies, there’s no comparison. “There is so much I love about film. It’s the thing that excites me most about photography,” says Filley. “It keeps me truly present in the moment…and the results are unparalleled.”

Hire a second photographer if you can afford it: “Having a second shooter is a great way to allow your photographer to be in two places at once, and it’s a good idea if you have a larger wedding,” says Stinga. “But the main advantage is that a second shooter allows your main photographer to be more creative, to seek images that they wouldn’t have time to capture.” Other photographers agree: if both parties are getting ready at the same location or your wedding is less than fifty people, you can probably go without a second shooter, says Correira. Otherwise, it’s worth the additional (moderate) expense.

Consider the timing for portraits: Every photographer has a favorite time of day to shoot portraits. Lowe prefers “the last hour or two hours before sunset and the first hour or two hours after sunrise, known as ‘the golden hour.’” Stinga says “‘the secret sauce’ to her cinematic-style images is blue light”– a soft, even light that lasts about ten to fifteen minutes after the sun goes down. You probably like your chosen photographer because of the way they work with light. Make sure to discuss with them their ideal time to take portraits and plan accordingly.

Spring for the engagement session: An engagement session prior to the wedding is a great way “to learn more about each other, get comfortable and familiar with my style and the flow of the session, and see if they like the images and which ones are their favorite,” says Mila Lowe. Use your hair and makeup trial to your full benefit: Stinga takes the engagement session/photo trial one step further. “I encourage my brides to use their hair and makeup trial for their engagement session,” she says. “That way they can see what it will look like in the pictures and also feel fabulous.” Create a shot list – within reason: Photographers want you to be upfront with them about your expectations, but sometimes a general conversation can be more productive than a list of 100 specific shots you want them to capture. “I discourage a lengthy list because then I’m running around trying to orchestrate things and I don’t have a chance to see what’s happening,” says Jocelyn Filley. “The little unpredictable moments

Think about backgrounds: Not sure where to take your portraits? Lowe says consider what you like. “Are you beach lovers? Do you prefer to go for a hike and be in the woods? Do you want a classic location that you can tell is Martha’s Vineyard, like a lighthouse?” When in doubt, you can’t go wrong with a location that offers visual diversity. “I like wooded areas that go up near the beach,” says Correira. “A beach that’s just a beach is great, but it’s one note.” Stick close to your ceremony: While your portrait background is important, you don’t want to spend your whole day in the car. “Every minute is precious. It’s going to fly by,” says Correira. “Engagement photos, that’s the time to drive around, go to the [Gay Head] cliffs, try out different locations,” he says, noting that it’s an hour and a half round trip from Edgartown to Aquinnah. Don’t forget about crowds: If you’re camera shy, you may want to avoid busy locations and times of day for portraits, says Stinga. “You want to make sure you can have intimacy to open up, to be vulnerable, and to feel relaxed. Some people will not show emotion in public and a crowded place will definitely kill the vibes.” Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 47

the decisive moments Lighting, composition, equipment: all play a role in achieving beautiful photographs. But perhaps nothing is so important, said famed photojournalist Henri Cartier-Bresson, as knowing when and what to photograph to convey the significance and emotion of a fleeting moment. If you want to fully encapsulate and memorialize your big day, these are the images you don’t want your photographer to miss.

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Charla Storey

“I always have my collection of styling boards with me for invitation suites and ask couples to have an extra set printed just for photos so that they are clean and flat. The details take some time, so I make sure that’s built into the timeline and everything is organized before I arrive so I can work as efficiently as possible.” – Jocelyn Filley 50 Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings • Winter | Spring 2022

Mila Lowe

Joe Mikos

Getting Ready

Details

Women getting hair/makeup done • men getting dressed • wedding party having fun • mother or bridesmaids helping bride with her dress • dad putting on groom’s boutonnière

Invitation suites • signage and stationery • wedding dress hanging up • rings • dresses and suits • accessories, such as jewelry and shoes • bouquets • veil • corsages and boutonnières

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Mila Lowe

Pre-Ceremony

Ceremony

First look between the couple • father seeing the bride for the first time • portraits with bride and bridesmaids/ flower girls • portraits with groom and groomsmen/ring bearer

Groom and groomsmen lined up • arbor/ chuppah and venue details • guests in attendance • bridal party entrance • bride walking down the aisle • groom’s reaction • exchange of vows and rings • first kiss • recessional

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Kate McElewee

Mila Lowe

Jocelyn Filley

“In regards to “the kiss,” I advise couples to keep it PG, don’t block your faces with your arms, and most important of all, count to three. That way your photographer can get a few photos of you with your lips together. I would be devastated if it was just a quick peck and I only got the shot before and after the kiss!” – Kelley DeBettencourt Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 53

Randi Baird

“Take group shots with family members. If nothing else, that might be the last time those people are together for however many years. It’s an underappreciated fact that, for most families, a wedding is the biggest collection of people in one place at one time. Find those groupings that are worth capturing.” – Tim Correira 54 Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings • Winter | Spring 2022

Larisa Stinga

Elizabeth Cecil

Portraits

Reception

Couple portraits • couple with wedding party • couple with both sets of parents • bride/groom with individual parents or sets of parents • couple with siblings, close family members, or children • unusual groupings such as college alumni

Details such as cake, guest book, and remembrance table • room décor shots including table settings, place cards, favors, centerpieces • grand entrance • toasts and speeches • first dance • parent dances • cake cutting • mingling with guests • dancing • grand exit x

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BIG DETAILS,

Small Celebration

he term “elopement” has evolved over the years – and especially in the time of Covid. It no longer necessarily implies running away to be married in secret, but instead that you’ve chosen to have a more intimate celebration. If you and your partner want to keep your wedding day small, you don’t have to miss out on the experience of holding a stunning bouquet, dancing to your first song, or cutting into your cake. To prove just that, Island wedding vendors came together at the Tashmoo Spring Building in Vineyard Haven for a styled photo shoot that packs a big punch, from the flowers and the food to the photography, drinks, and dancing.

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Photography: Larisa Stinga I Concept: Larisa Stinga, Aubrey Maria Designs, Angela Vezzose I Venue: Tashmoo Spring Building I Event Planning: Blue Bird Events | Floral Design: Aubrey Maria Designs | Cheeseboard: Korcon/Korilee Connelly Cake: Little Chef/Alexandra Stiopa 58 Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings • Winter | Spring 2022

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Models: Candace Pacheco + Jennifer Fonseca I Rentals: Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals | Props: Juniper + Rafter Revivers Makeup: Cinnamon White | Hair: Styles with Sierra | Styling: Trena Morrison | DJ: DJ Rockwell | Bar: MV Speakeasy | Outfits + Accessories: Sea Legs + The Glasshouse | Pottery: JK Design Co. I Accommodations: Vineyard Square Hotel & Suites x Winter | Spring 2022 • Martha’s Vineyard Island Weddings 61

J and J Photography

ISLAND WEDDINGS

VENDOR + RESOURCE

GUIDE Everything you need to plan your Vineyard wedding, from accommodations to wedding planners.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

ACCOMMODATIONS + RECEPTION VENUES

Edgartown Commons

Summercamp

The Harborside Inn

Edgartown Commons has thirty-five efficiency units ranging from studios to one- and two-bedroom suites, plus a full-sized house. Each unit has a kitchen and living/ dining room. Affordable and located steps from downtown. Book a block of rooms for your wedding!

A grande dame of the Island, Summercamp is the largest oceanfront hotel in Oak Bluffs overlooking the sparkling blue harbor in the center of the colorful town. Offering ninety-five rooms and suites, it’s the perfect vacation spot or hotel for your visiting guests. See ad on page 3.

Stunning harbor views, private bath, air conditioning, internet, TV, heated pool, and private docks. Most of The Harborside Inn’s ninety rooms feature a private balcony or patio. Inquire about group package rates for your special event. See ad on page 2.

20 Peases Point Way North, Edgartown 508-627-4671 edgartowncommons.com

70 Lake Avenue, Oak Bluffs 508-693-6611 summercamphotel.com

3 South Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-4321 • events@theharborsideinn.com theharborsideinn.com

ACCOMMODATIONS + RECEPTION VENUES

CANNABIS DISPENSARY

CATERING

Mansion House

Island Time

Mad Martha’s

Your guests can walk from the ferry to forty-nine luxurious rooms and suites, boutiques, beaches, movies, and more. Enjoy free, full use of the Island’s largest private health club with over forty classes, a steam and sauna room, and indoor pool. Cupola deck is a photographer’s delight. All the ingredients for a fabulous day.

Need to calm the nerves on your big day? The friendly, knowledgeable staff at Island Time can help you choose the right locally grown flower and edibles for your needs. Island Time dispensary is the only locally owned, adult-use dispensary on-Island.

Mad Martha’s offers customized ice cream buffets for your special day. Choose from their extensive menu of ice cream flavors and toppings. Their expert scoopers will take care of the rest! Mad Martha’s ice cream has been homemade on Martha’s Vineyard for over fifty years.

9 Main Street, Vineyard Haven 508-693-2200 mvmansionhouse.com

15 Mechanics Street, Vineyard Haven 508-696-0420 islandtimemv.com

202-492-3072 brook@madmarthas.com madmarthas.com

EDIBLE GIFTS + FAVORS

FLOWERS

Martha’s Vineyard Sea Salt

Flowers by Donaroma’s

Morrice Florist

Your perfect day on the Island you love gets better when you gift a taste of the Island itself. Sustainably produced Atlantic Ocean Martha’s Vineyard Sea Salt is the gift of love, respect, and the perfect reminder of your fabulous day.

When you choose Donaroma’s for your floral arrangements, everyone will ask, “Who did your flowers?” The talented designers are known for their distinctive and memorable touch and will make your wedding extraordinary. Call for a free consultation and let the love bloom! See ad on page 3.

Morrice Florist is delighted to be your community flower shop! Founded by James Morrice in 1940, it now celebrates its eighty-second year.

508-560-3315 sales@mvseasalt.com mvseasalt.com

270 Upper Main Street, Edgartown 508-627-8366 donaromas.com

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GIFTS + REGISTRIES

JEWELRY + ACCESSORIES

PEST CONTROL

Martha’s Vineyard Glassworks

Stefanie Wolf Designs

MV Mosquito & Tick

Established in 1992, Martha’s Vineyard Glassworks is a state-ofthe-art glass facility with live glassblowing in their studio and an attached shop where various design objects are featured. Visit their showroom to select the perfect wedding gift, such as vases, bowls, glasses, and more.

Visit the jewelry studio and boutique at Stefanie Wolf Designs to find Island-made jewelry, plus clutches, cashmere wraps, candles, cork bags, greeting cards, mosaic mirrors, silk scarves, and more. Find the perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones. Open year round! See ad on page 4.

Reclaim your outdoor space and protect your guests safely and naturally from the nuisance and worry of summer deer ticks, mosquitos, fleas, and even ants. Environmentally safe and effective, available for your one-time special event or weekly spraying. See ad on page 4.

683 State Road, West Tisbury 508-693-6026 mvglassworks.com

37 Circuit Avenue, Oak Bluffs 774-549-9526 stefaniewolf.com

508-627-7195 mvmosquito.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

RECEPTION VENUES

Emily Drazen Photography

Randi Baird Photography

Farm Neck Golf Club

Emily Drazen is a Chilmark-based freelance photographer. With a fine art film background, she added digital to focus on weddings, portraits, and seascapes. Her ability to combine authentic portraits with beautiful Vineyard backgrounds makes her the perfect candidate for your intimate wedding.

Randi Baird captures weddings authentically, blending spontaneous moments with beautiful compositions. Creating an experience with her loosely styled approach brings a calm to her subjects while finding the best light and composition in every location. Her work is distinct, romantic, and elegant. See ad on page 13.

Farm Neck Golf Club can make your dreams come true. Celebrate with them for your rehearsal dinner, wedding, and post-wedding brunch. Catering provided. A magical setting for a beautiful beginning. See ad on the back cover.

917-592-8398 edrazenphoto.com

508-505-5909 studio@randibaird.com randibaird.com

1 Farm Neck Way, Oak Bluffs 508-693-2504 farmneck.net

SALONS + SPAS

TENT + PARTY SUPPLIES

Sea Spa Salon

Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals

Tilton Tents & Party Rentals

Offering a full-menu of pre-wedding and day-of services in their seaside salon, or on location. Talented stylists incorporate the latest techniques to create picture-perfect outcomes. Enjoy a champagne spa package for your bridal party, or a solo spa day to pamper the bride from within. See ad on page 3.

Inspired by the beauty of the Island, Big Sky brings elegance, style, and flair to yours. They strive to offer the very best tent rentals and accessories matched with superior customer service for assurance that your event will be in the very best hands, from beginning to end. See ad on page 9.

With more than thirty years servicing Vineyard weddings, Tilton Tents provides tasteful service and maintains the most complete and up-to-date inventory on the Island, including linens, crystal, silver, and more. Visit their welcoming showroom where your individuality is their guide. See ad on page 7.

38 North Water Street, Edgartown 508-627-8953 seaspasalonmv.com

10 East Line Road, Edgartown 508-693-2237 bigskytent.com

147 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road, Oak Bluffs 508-693-9173 tiltontents.com

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WEDDING PLANNERS

Rhode Island Fast Ferry

Island Dreams

Timeless Event Planning

Your Martha’s Vineyard vacation starts right with Rhode Island Fast Ferry! Avoid Cape Cod traffic and enjoy breathtaking scenery on the sun deck or in plush air-conditioned comfort. Only minutes from I-95, it’s the most convenient ferry to the Island and can save you hours in travel time. See ad on page 7.

Island Dreams is based out of Martha’s Vineyard and is built on bringing your wedding and event dreams to life. With a background in architecture and planning, our focus starts with the master plan of your wedding. See ad on page 6.

Timeless Event Planning wants to take your vision and bring it to life. As planning events can be stressful, their goal is to make the process as simple as possible for you and your family. Serving clients on Martha’s Vineyard and in California, Timeless Event Planning loves to intertwine their East and West Coast designs. See ad on page 3.

413-364-9496 events@islanddreamsmv.com islanddreamsmv.com

617-759-0050 hello@timelesseventplaninng.com timelesseventplanning.com

Dockside Inn: 508-693-2966 · vineyardinns.com East Chop Harborfront Apartments: 508-696-0009 eastchopharborfront.com Hotel Ginger: 508-338-2804 · hotelginger.com Isabelle’s Beach House: 508-693-3955 isabellesbeachhouse.com The Island Inn: 508-693-2002 · islandinn.com Kathleen’s Kottage: 508-863-2734 · kkonmv.com Madison Inn: 508-693-2760 · madisoninnmv.com Narragansett House: 508-693-3627 narragansetthouse.com The Oak Bluffs Inn: 508-693-7171 · oakbluffsinn.com Pequot Hotel: 508-693-5087 · pequothotel.com Summercamp: 508-693-6611 · summercamphotel.com The Surfside Hotel: 508-693-2500 · mvsurfside.com Titticut Follies: 508-693-4986 · titticutfollies.com Tivoli Inn: 508-693-7928 · tivoliinn.com

CHURCHES and CELEBRANTS

401-295-4040 vineyardfastferry.com

ACCOMMODATIONS AQUINNAH + CHILMARK The Beach Plum Inn: 508-645-9454 beachpluminn.com The Captain R. Flanders House: 508-645-3123 captainflandersinn.com The Duck Inn: 508-645-9018 · duckinnonmv.com Menemsha Inn & Cottages: 508-645-2521 menemshainn.com

EDGARTOWN Ashley Inn: 508-627-9655 · ashleyinn.net Captain Morse House: 508-627-4895 captainmorsehouse.com The Charlotte Inn: 506-627-4751 thecharlotteinn.com The Christopher: 508-955-5706 thechristophermv.com Edgar Hotel: 508-627-5161 · edgarhotelmv.com Edgartown Commons: 508-627-4671 edgartowncommons.com The Edgartown Inn: 508-684-5467 theedgartowninn.com The Harborside Inn: 508-627-4321 theharborsideinn.com Harbor View Hotel: 508-627-7000 harborviewhotel.com Hob Knob, Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa: 508-627-9510 · hobknob.com Kelley House: 508-627-7900 thekelleyhousehotel.com The Lightkeeper’s Inn: 508-627-4600 thelightkeepersinn.com The Richard: 508-782-0042 · therichardhotel.com The Sydney: 508-955-5716 · thesydneyhotel.com Vineyard Square Hotel & Suites: 508-627-4711 vineyardsquarehotel.com Winnetu Oceanside Resort: 508-627-4747 winnetu.com

OAK BLUFFS The Attleboro House: 508-360-9028 attleborohousemv.com The Beach Front Inn: 508-693-5148 beachfrontinnmv.com

VINEYARD HAVEN Charles & Charles: 508-338-2351 charlesandcharlesmv.com Crocker Inn: 508-693-1151 · crockerhouseinn.com The Driftwood: 860-930-0233 · thedriftwoodmv.com Fourway Carriage House: 508-696-8487 fourwaymv.com Greenwood House: 508-693-6150 greenwoodhouse.com Harbor Landing: 508-693-2600 · harbor-landing.com The Look Inn: 508-693-6893 · lookinnmv.com Mansion House Inn & Health Club: 508-693-2200 mvmansionhouse.com Martha’s Vineyard Family Campground: 508-693-3772 campmv.com Nobnocket Boutique Inn: 508-696-0859 nobnocket.com The 1720 House Bed & Breakfast: 508-693-6407 1720house.com Vineyard Harbor Motel: 508-693-3334 vineyardharbormotel.us

WEST TISBURY The Broad Meadow Bed & Breakfast: 508-693-3584 · mvbroadmeadowbnb.com Lambert’s Cove Hideaway: 508-693-1066 lambertscovehideaway.com Lambert’s Cove Inn: 800-535-0272 lambertscoveinn.com

PLACES OF WORSHIP APOSTOLIC Apostolic House of Prayer (Pastor Marcia Buckley): Oak Bluffs · 508-696-9916 · ahopmv.org ASSEMBLY OF GOD Mission Calvary Church (Pastor João & Sonia Barbosa): Edgartown · 508-685-7690 facebook.com/missioncalvary Revival Church for the Nations (Pastor Fabiano & Alessandra Pereira): Oak Bluffs · 508-696-3835 Vineyard Assembly of God (Pastor Matthew Splittgerber): Vineyard Haven · 508-696-7576 vineyardag.com BAPTIST Community Baptist Church of Gay Head (Pastor Sean McMahon): Aquinnah · 508-645-2815 communitybaptistgayhead.org First Baptist Church of Vineyard Haven (Rev. Dr. Leo Christian): Vineyard Haven · 506-693-1539 BUDDHIST Bodhi Path Buddhist Center (Lama Yeshe Drolma): West Tisbury · 508-696-5929 bodhipath.org/marthasvineyard CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Christian Science Church: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-7369 CONGREGATIONAL First Congregational Church (Rev. Cathlin Baker): West Tisbury · 508-693-2842 wtcongregationalchurch.org CONGREGATIONAL - BAPTIST The Federated Church (Rev. Dr. Charlotte Wright): Edgartown · 508-627-4421 · federatedchurchmv.org EPISCOPAL Grace Church (Rev. Stephen Harding): Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0332 · graceepiscopalmv.org St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (Rev. Vincent G. Seadale): Edgartown · 508-627-5330 standrewsmv.org Trinity Episcopal Church (Rev. William B. Heuss): Oak Bluffs · 508-693-3780 INTERDENOMINATIONAL The Growing Church (Pastor Jose Carlos):

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ACCOMMODATIONS – CHURCHES and CELEBRANTS

WEDDING PLANNERS

TRANSPORTATION

FLOWERS – FOOD and WINE

mvoakleaf.com Morning Glory Farm: Edgartown · 508-627-9003 morninggloryfarm.com Morrice Florist: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0392 morriceflorist.com North Tabor Farm: Chilmark · 508-645-3311 northtaborfarm.com Of The Vine: 917-225-3051 · ofthevinemv.com Plant Post: Oak Bluffs · 413-563-1291 plantpostshop.com Tea Lane Farm: Chilmark · 774-563-8274 tealanefarm.com Vineyard Gardens: West Tisbury · 508-693-8511 vineyardgardens.net

FOOD and WINE CAKES AND BAKERIES

Megan Dreyer and Robbie Greenglass were married June 11, 2021 in an intimate ceremony at an Edgartown home, followed by a cruise on their boat in Edgartown Harbor. Photos: J & J Photography | Flowers: Morrice Florist | Hair: Bouclé | Makeup: Cinnamon White Skincare & Makeup Vineyard Haven · 508-693-1400 · aigrejaquecresce.org Old Whaling Church (Vineyard Trust): Edgartown 508-627-4440 · vineyardtrust.org Trinity Park Tabernacle: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-0525 x10 mvcma.org Union Chapel (Vineyard Trust): Oak Bluffs 508-627-4440 · vineyardtrust.org JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Kingdom Hall: West Tisbury · 508-693-6356 JEWISH Martha’s Vineyard Hebrew Center (Rabbi Caryn Broitman): Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0745 · mvhc.us MORMON Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-8642 NON-DENOMINATIONAL Beacon of Hope (Rev. Greg Bar): Edgartown 774-310-3343 · beaconofhopemv.org Faith Community Church (Rev. Bob Barnett): Edgartown · 508-627-8918 Martha’s Vineyard Bible Church: Vineyard Haven mvbiblechurch.wordpress.com QUAKER Martha’s Vineyard Friends Meeting: Oak Bluffs 508-693-1834 · fgcquaker.org ROMAN CATHOLIC: Good Shepherd Catholic Parish (Fr. Paul Fedak): 508-693-0342 · goodshepherdmv.com Edgartown: St. Elizabeth Church Oak Bluffs: Good Shepherd Parish Center + Our Lady Star of the Sea Church Vineyard Haven: St. Augustine Church UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Universalist Society (Rev. Rob Hardies): Vineyard Haven · 508-693-8982 · uusmv.org UNITED METHODIST The Chilmark Community Church (Rev. Ernest Belisle): Chilmark · 508-645-3100 · chilmarkchurch.org United Methodist Church (Rev. Hyuk Seonwoo): Oak Bluffs · 508-693-4424 · umc-mv.org UNAFFILIATED CELEBRANTS Marie Allen, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-3435

Jane Chittick, Justice of the Peace: 508-627-7808 J. Hillary Conklin, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-4490 Rev. Pamela Danz: 508-693-4411 · bodysensemv.com Kenneth DeBettencourt, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-1520 Laura Johnston, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-8170 Mary Beth Daniels, Justice of the Peace: 917-886-6020 · soulcelebration.com Merrily Fenner, Justice of the Peace: 508-645-9242 Rev. Jacalyn Kane: 508-693-1706 myvineyardelopement.com Rev. Susan Waldrop: 973-879-9813 James S. Pringle, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-3224 Deborah deBettencourt Ratcliff, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-5112 Joseph E. Sollitto, Justice of the Peace: 508-693-9220 Rev. Stacey Thomas: 617-943-9648 vowsonthevineyard.com Virginia Yorke, Justice of the Peace: 508-645-9829 EDGARTOWN LIGHTHOUSE + EAST CHOP LIGHTHOUSE: 508-627-4441 x121 · mvmuseum.org GAY HEAD LIGHTHOUSE: 508-645-2300 x0 gayheadlight.org

FLOWERS Aubrey Maria Designs: 508-939-4098 aubreymariadesigns.com The Cottage Garden: 508-627-3528 cottagegarden.vineyard.net Flowers by Donaroma’s: Edgartown · 508-627-8366 flowersbydonaromas.com Flowers on the Vineyard: 508-693-6370 flowersonthevineyard.com Ghost Island Farm: West Tisbury · 508-693-5161 ghostislandfarm.square.site Heather Gardens: West Tisbury · 508-693-1467 heather-gardens.com Island Ambiance: 774-563-0824 instagram.com/islandambiancemv Jardin Mahoney: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-3511 jardinmahoneymv.com Juniper: Edgartown · 508-939-4098 · junipermv.com Middletown Nursery: West Tisbury · 508-696-7600

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7a Foods: West Tisbury · 508-693-4636 · 7afoods.com Back Door Donuts: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-3688 backdoordonuts.com Behind the Bookstore: Edgartown · 774-549-9123 btbmv.com The Black Dog Bakery Café: Vineyard Haven 508-696-8190 · theblackdog.com Cakes by Liz: Edgartown · 508-696-8444 cakesbyliz.com Chappy Chips: chappychips.com Dairy Queen: Edgartown · 508-627-5001 Dip02539: Edgartown · 508-627-7725 Edgartown Meat & Fish Market: Edgartown 508-627-6200 · nantucketsmarket.com Espresso Love: Edgartown · 508-627-9211 espressolove.com Fantzye Bagels: fantzyebagels.com The Graceful Cookie: 617-888-3727 facebook.com/thegracefulcookie Life at Humphreys: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-6518 lifeathumphreys.com Mocha Mott’s: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-1922 | Vineyard Haven · 508-693-3155 · mochamotts.com Morning Glory Farm: Edgartown · 508-627-9003 morninggloryfarm.com Murdick’s Cafe: Edgartown · 508-627-7605 murdicks.com/cafe Orange Peel Bakery: Aquinnah · 508-645-2025 orangepeelbakery.squarespace.com Pie Chicks: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0228 piechicks.com Rosewater Market & Take Away: Edgartown 508-627-1270 · rosewatertakeaway.com Scottish Bakehouse: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-6633 scottishbakehousemv.com Sweet Annabelle’s Cookies: facebook.com/sweetannabellescookiesmv Sweet Bites: 508-684-8257 · sweetbitesmv.com Val Cakes: Edgartown · 508-274-0396 facebook.com/valcakesmarthasvineyard Vineyard Baker: vineyardbaker.com

CATERING SERVICES 19 Events: 774-224-0550 · 19rawoysterbar.com 7a Foods: 508-693-4636 · 7afoods.com Among the Flowers: 508-627-3233 amongtheflowersmv.com Annie Foley Catering & Party Planning: 508-693-2877 · anniefoley.com ArtCliff Diner & Food Truck: 508-693-1224 artcliffdiner.com Baja Bites: 508-650-0466 · baja-bites.com Bill Smith’s MV Clambake Co.: 508-627-8809 mvclambake.com

EDIBLE GIFTS AND FAVORS Ben & Bill’s Chocolate Emporium: 508-696-0008 benandbillsmv.com Breezy Pines Farm – Honey: breezypinesfarm-mv.com By the Sea Salt: 774-218-9407 · bytheseasalt.com Chilmark Coffee Co.: 508-560-1061 chilmarkcoffeeco.com Ice Cream & Candy Bazaar: 508-627-8735 Island Bee Company: 508-693-6288 islandbeecompanymv.com Little Rock Farm – Granola: 508-693-5651 littlerockfarmmv.com Martha’s Vineyard Sea Salt: 508-560-3315 mvseasalt.com Murdick’s Fudge: Edgartown | Oak Bluffs | Vineyard Haven · 888-553-8343 · murdicks.com Enchanted Chocolates: 508-693-8331

enchantedchocolates.net Pie Chicks: 508-693-0228 · piechicks.com Robin’s Homemade Fudge of Martha’s Vineyard: 508-693-5366 · robinshomemadefudge.com Salt Rock Chocolate Co.: 508-449-0708 saltrockchocolate.com State Road – Chocolate Bars: 508-693-8582 stateroadrestaurant.com Val Cakes: 508-274-0396 facebook.com/valcakesmarthasvineyard YOMMI Healthy Frozen Treats: 808-640-6935 vintagedelicious.com

LIBATIONS AND BYOB (PACKAGE STORES + WINE SERVICES) Al’s Package Store: Edgartown · 508-627-4347 Bad Martha Farmer’s Brewery: Edgartown 508-939-4415 · badmarthabeer.com Edgartown Meat & Fish Market: Edgartown 508-627-6200 · nantucketsmarket.com Island Cocktail Company: 508-939-3042 islandcocktailcompany.com Jim’s Package Store: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-0236 jimspackagestore.com Katama General: Edgartown · 508-627-5071 katamageneral.com MV Speakeasy: 802-558-2834 · mvspeakeasy.com MV Wine & Spirits: Edgartown · 508-627-7557 mvwinestore.com Offshore Ale Co.: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-2626 offshoreale.com Our Market: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-3000 ourmarketmv.com Rosewater Wine & Spirits: Edgartown 508-939-4459 · rosewatertakeaway.com Soigne: Edgartown · 508-627-8489 · soignemv.com Tiny Shell Events: instagram.com/tinyshellevents Tony’s Market: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-4799 tonysmarketmv.com Vineyard Wine Shop: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-0943 Vintage MV Wine & Spirits: Edgartown 774-549-9287 · vintagemvwine-spirits.com Wash Ashore Beer Company: washashorebeer.com Wharf Wine & Spirits: Edgartown: 508-627-5183 Your Market: Edgartown · 508-627-4000 yourmarketmv.com

RESTAURANTS AQUINNAH + CHILMARK The Aquinnah Shop Restaurant: 508-645-3867 theaquinnahshop.com Chilmark Tavern: 508-645-9400 · chilmarktavern.com Outermost Inn and Restaurant: 508-645-3511 outermostinn.com

EDGARTOWN 19 Prime Cast Iron Steakhouse: 774-224-0550 19primesteak.com 19 Raw Oyster Bar: 774-224-0550 19rawoysterbar.com Alchemy: 508-627-9999 · alchemyedgartown.com Among the Flowers: 508-627-3233 amongtheflowersmv.com Atlantic: 508-627-7001 · atlanticmv.com Atria: 508-627-5850 · atriamv.com Behind the Bookstore: 774-549-9123 · btbmv.com Bettini Restaurant: 508-627-3761 harborviewhotel.com The Boathouse Restaurant: 508-627-3535 boathousemv.com

The Covington: 508-627-7678 thecovingtonrestaurant.com Chesca’s Restaurant: 508-627-1234 · chescasmv.com Détente: 508-627-8810 · detentemv.com The Dunes: 508-627-3663 · winnetu.com Edgartown Diner: 508-627-9337 edgartowndiner.com Katama Kitchen: katamakitchen.com l’etoile: 508-627-5187 · letoile.net Lucky Hank’s: 508-939-4082 · luckyhanksmv.com The Newes from America: 508-627-4397 thekelleyhousehotel.com/restaurant/newes-pub The Port Hunter: 508-627-7747 · theporthunter.com Rockfish: 508-627-9967 · rockfishedgartown.com The Seafood Shanty: 508-627-8622 theseafoodshanty.com Sharky’s Cantina: 508-627-6565 · sharkmenu.com The Square Rigger: 508-627-9968 squareriggerrestaurant.com The Terrace: 508-627-6227 · theterracemv.com Town Bar & Grill: 774-310-8696 · townbarmv.com The Wharf: 508-627-9966 · wharfpubmv.com

OAK BLUFFS Bangkok Cuisine: 508-696-6322 bangkokcapecod.com The Barn, Bowl & Bistro: 508-696-9800 thebarnmv.com The Cardboard Box: 508-338-2621 thecardboardbox.com Coop de Ville/Shuck Shack: 508-693-3420 coopdevilleshuckshack.com Deon’s Kitchen: 508-627-0330 · chefdeon.com Dilly’s Taqueria: 508-693-9851 · dillystaqueria.com Dos Mas: 508-687-9271 · dosmasmv.com Farm Neck Café: 508-693-3560 · farmneck.net Fishbones Bar & Grille: 508-696-8227 fishbones-mv.com Flavors MV: 508-338-7401 · flavorsmvy.com Giordano’s Restaurant: 508-693-0184 · giosmv.com Jimmy Seas Pan Pasta: 508-687-9804 jimmyseaspanpastas.com Linda Jean’s Restaurant: 508-693-4093 lindajeansrestaurantmv.com Lobsterville Bar and Grille: 508-696-0099 lobstervillemv.com Lookout Tavern: 508-696-9844 · lookoutmv.com Martha’s Vineyard Chowder Co.: 508-696-3000 mvchowder.com Nancy’s: 508-693-0006 · nancysrestaurant.com Nomans: 508-338-2474 · nomansmv.com Ocean View Restaurant & Tavern: 508-693-2207 oceanviewrestaurantmv.com Offshore Ale Co.: 508-693-2626 · offshoreale.com The Oyster Bar 02557: 774-563-3046 oysterbar02557.com The Pawnee House: 508-338-2770 thepawneehousemv.com Red Cat Kitchen: 508-696-6040 · redcatkitchen.com Sand Bar: 508-693-7111 · mvsandbar.com Sarah Brown’s Comfort Food: 516-526-3943 sarahbrownsmv.com Sea Smoke Barbecue: 508-338-7404 seasmokemv.com Seaweed’s: 508-338-7954 · seaweedsmv.com Sharky’s Cantina: 508-693-7501 · sharkmenu.com The Sweet Life: 508-696-0200 · sweetlifemv.com

VINEYARD HAVEN The ArtCliff Diner: 508-693-1224 · artcliffdiner.com Beach Road: 508-693-8582 · beachroadmv.com Black Dog Bakery Café: 508-696-8190 theblackdog.com

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FOOD and WINE

Black Sheep: 508-338-7770 · blacksheeponmv.com Blue Crab Kitchen: 406-579-1644 · bluecrabkitchen.com Buckley’s Gourmet Catering: 508-693-3318 buckleyscatering.com The Chappy Kitchen: 508-627-1247 thechappykitchen.com Chef Deon’s Kitchen: 508-627-0330 · chefdeon.com Chilmark Coffee Co. Mobile Café: 508-560-1061 chilmarkcoffeeco.com Clean Plate Catering: 774-991-2706 facebook.com/ChefAKRobinson Cottage City Oysters: 508-299-7745 cottagecityoysters.com Détente: 508-627-8810 · detentemv.com El Gato Grande: 508-560-2331 · elgatograndemv.com Epicure MV: epicuremv.com Espresso Love: 508-627-9211 · espressolove.com Fella’s: 508-693-1572 · fellasmv.com The Fish House: 508-693-0055 thefishhousemv.com Flavors MV: 508-338-7401 · flavorsmvy.com Food Minded Fellow: 508-687-0223 foodmindedfellow.com Goldie’s Rotisserie: goldiesmv.com Herring Run Kitchens & Provisions: 617-510-3391 herringrunkitchens.com Katama General Store: 508-627-5071 katamageneral.com The Kitchen Porch: 508-645-5000 kitchenporch.com Korcon: korconmv.com Little Rock Farm: 508-693-5651 · littlerockfarmmv.com Lobster Tales: 508-627-5933 · lobstertales.com Marta’s Kitchen: 774-563-8586 martaskitchenmv.com Mo’s Lunch: 508-687-9744 · moslunch.com MV Cheesery: mvcheesery.com Premier Chef Services: 920-737-5752 premierchefservices.com Rockfish: 508-627-9967 · rockfishedgartown.com Rosewater Market & Take Away: 508-627-1270 rosewatertakeaway.com Scottish Bakehouse: 508-693-6633 scottishbakehousemv.com Smoak: 508-560-2084 · smoakbbq.com Soigne: 508-627-8489 · soignemv.com Stoney Hill Pizza: stoneyhillpizza.com Sweetened Water Kitchen: 508-889-7970 sweetenedwaterkitchen.com Tea Lane Caterers: 508-645-3663 Truly Scrumptious Catering: 508-693-7700 trulyscrumptiouscatering.com V. Jaime Hamlin and Sons Catering & Party Design: 508-693-6313 · vhamlincatering.com Waterside Market: 508-693-8899 watersidemarket.com

GIFTS and REGISTRIES – MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT

The Black Dog Tavern: 508-693-9223 theblackdog.com Copper Wok: 508-693-3416 · copperwokmv.com Fish MV: 508-693-6399 · fishmv.com Garde East: 508-687-9926 · gardeeast.com Golden Bull Brazilian Steakhouse: 508-338-7836 goldenbullmv.com La Soffitta: 508-687-9448 · lasoffitta.com Little House Cafe: 508-687-9794 · littlehousemv.com Mikado Asian Bistro: 508-338-7096 · mikadomv.com Salvatore’s Ristorante: 508-687-9457 salvatoresristorante.com Waterside Market: 508-693-8899 watersidemarket.com

WEST TISBURY State Road: 508-693-8582 · stateroadrestaurant.com Plane View: 508-693-1886 · facebook.com/PVMV1999 Woods: 800-535-0272 · lambertscoveinn.com

GIFTS and REGISTRIES A Five: shopafive.com Alley’s General Store: West Tisbury · 508-693-0088 Amy Nevin Ceramics: 508-627-2060 amynevinceramics.com Arrowsmith Pottery: arrowsmithpottery.etsy.com The Beach House: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-6091 thebeachhouseofmv.com Bespoke Abode: Vineyard Haven · 508-687-9555 bespokeabode.com Birdsong Ceramics: birdsongceramics.com C’est La Vie: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-6181 facebook.com/cestlaviemv Chappaquiddick Wood Company: Edgartown chappaquiddickwoodcompany.com Chilmark Pottery: Chilmark · 508-693-6476 chilmarkpottery.wixsite.com/chilmarkpottery Coastal Supply Co.: Vineyard Haven · 508-338-2358 coastalsupplyshop.com Craftworks: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-7463 craftworksgallery.com Creney Ceramics: etsy.com/shop/creneyceramics Cut Paper Island: cutpaperisland.com Donaroma’s: Edgartown · 508-627-3036 donaromas.com Handworks Gifts & Collectibles: Oak Bluffs 508-693-6731 · handworksgifts.com Hat-Mar-Cha Gifts: Aquinnah · 508-645-3704 hatmarchagifts.com The Glasshouse: Edgartown · 508-693-0024 theglasshousema.com Juniper: Edgartown · 508-939-4098 · junipermv.com Krug & Ryan Co.: 508-847-9999 · krugandryan.com Lainey Fink Scott Homemade Ceramics: laineyfink.com Lennox & Harvey: Vineyard Haven · 508-687-9372 lennoxandharvey.com LeRoux at Home: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0030 lerouxkitchen.com Martha’s Vineyard Glassworks: West Tisbury 508-693-6026 · mvglassworks.com Martha’s Vineyard Made: Vineyard Haven 508-338-2598 · marthasvineyardmade.com Merry Farm Pottery: 774-836-4349 merryfarmpottery.com Middletown Nursery: West Tisbury · 508-696-7600 mvoakleaf.com Morrice Florist: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0392 morriceflorist.com MV Basketworks: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2080

mvbasketwork.com Nochi: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-9074 · nochimv.com Ocean Breeze Bedding: Vineyard Haven 508-696-9600 · oceanbreezemvbedding.net Off Main: Vineyard Haven · 508-696-5354 Olive Branch Fair Trade: Vineyard Haven 774-563-3083 · olivebranchfairtrade.org On The Cliffs: Aquinnah · 508-645-3660 Past & Presents: Edgartown · 508-627-6686 Portobello Road: Edgartown · 508-627-4276 instagram.com/portobelloroadmv Rafter Revivers: 615-999-3141 · rafterrevivers.com Rainy Day: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-1830 rainydaymv.com Salte: Edgartown · 508-939-4123 · saltemv.com Sanctuary + The Life Divine: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-0381 thelifedivine.com Soft as a Grape: Edgartown · 508-627-4048 Oak Bluffs · 508-696-6800 | Vineyard Haven 508-338-2138 · softasagrape.com Stony Creek Gifts: Aquinnah · 508-645-3595 Tangerine: Oak Bluffs · 508-560-4868 tangerinemv.com Tending Joy Artisan Shop: West Tisbury tendingjoy.com Tracker Home Decor: Edgartown · 508-627-8725 trackerhomedecor.com The Trust Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-4445 tanyarust.com Up-Island Pottery: Chilmark · upislandpottery.com Vineyard Decorators: West Tisbury · 508 693-9197 vineyarddecorators.com Vineyard Details: 508-560-7334 vineyarddetails.com Vineyard Time: Vineyard Haven · vineyardtime.com

JEWELRY and ACCESSORIES Amy Cash Gallery: Vineyard Haven · 508-338-7951 amycashmv.com Austin Designs: 508-662-0192 austindesignsmv.com Beldan K. Radcliffe: Vineyard Haven · 508-274-8706 beldankradcliffe.com CB Stark Jewelers: Edgartown · 508-627-1260 | Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2284 · cbstark.com Cecilia Designs: 508-274-6388 · ceciliadesigns.com Claudia: Edgartown · 508-627-8306 | Vineyard Haven 774-563-9612 · claudiamv.com Driftwood Jewelry: 774-451-1103 · driftwoodmv.com Elysha Joy Metals: Vineyard Haven · 774-353-6414 elyshajoymetals.com The Gilded Lace Collection: 917-544-2158 monikaknutsson.com Hannah Guerin Jewelry: hannahguerin.com Hawkhouse: hawkhouse.etsy.com HowWassWeeWampum: etsy.com/shop/howwassweewampum Island Made Jewelry: islandmadejewelrymv.com Island Naturals: islandnaturalsmv.com Island Phoenix Jewelry: 508-564-3180 islandphoenix.com Ivry Belle Jewelry: ivrybellejewelry.com Joan LeLacheur – Wampum Jewelry: 508-645-9954 Kenneth Pillsworth Jewelry: 508-693-1158 kennethpillsworth.com L.A. Hart Jewelry: instagram.com/lahartjewelry Laura Artru Designs: instagram.com/lauraartru Leather Treasures: leathertreasuresmv.com Lucinda’s Enamels: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-7863 lucindasheldon.com Nettie Kent – Jewelry: nettiekent.com

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MadKel Designs: madkeldesigns.com The Martha’s Vineyard Bracelet: 508-737-8664 marthasvineyardbracelet.com Original Cyn – Jewelry: originalcynjewelry.com Rebeccah J – Leather Goods: rebeccahj.com Ronni Simon – Jewelry: 508-325-2242 petersimon.com Rodolfo Lugo Jewels: Vineyard Haven 774-563-3505 · rodolfolugojewelsusa.com Rumi Sumaq – Jewelry: rumisumaq.com Sanctuary: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-0381 thelifedivine.com Sara Thompson – Metalsmith: 508-431-4972 sara-thompson-metalsmith.com Sioux Eagle Designs: West Tisbury · 508-693-6537 siouxeagle.com Slate: Edgartown · 508-939-1908 · slatemv.com Slight Indulgence: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-8194 Stefanie Wolf Designs: Oak Bluffs · 774-549-9526 stefaniewolf.com Sylvie Bags: sylviebags.com Time & Tide: timeandtidemv.com The Trust Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-4445 tanyarust.com Vineyard Jewelry: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-8647 vineyardjewelryob.com Vineyard Sky Bead Design: 508-696-8700 vineyardsky.com Whatever Sterling Silver: Edgartown · 508-627-3060

MUSIC and ENTERTAINMENT 1 Night Stand: 781-308-8187 · 1nightstandmusic.com Auntie Em & the Bedspins: facebook.com/AuntieEmandTheBedspins The Beetlebung Steel Band + Rick Bausman: 774-212-0903 The Black Eyed Susans: bes.musicmv@gmail.com Brothers McMahon: brothersmcmahon.com The Ceremony Music Source: 508-274-1757 mvceremonymusic.com City One Sound: 774-310-1007 · cityonesound.com The Conniption Fits: 603-667-7712 conniptionfits.com Dana Edelman: danaedelman.com Delanie Pickering: facebook.com/delaniepickeringmusic Dukes County Love Affair (DCLA): dclamusic.com DJ AP: facebook.com/DJAPMV DJ Mateus: 508-560-6101 DJ Ricky Prime: facebook.com/deejayrickyprime DJ Rockwell: instagram.com/rockwell456 DJ Smooth B: 617-828-9075 · djsmoothbmv.com Dock Dance Band: dockdance.com The Dukes of Circuit Avenue: 316-737-4203 dukesband.com Entrain: 508-728-3944 · entrain.com Flying Elbows: 508-560-0842 Good Night Louise: 774-563-9795 facebook.com/Good.Night.Louise Griffin McMahon: griffinmcmahon.com Jeremy Berlin Music: 508-696-3007 Jimmy Parr Music & Parr Audio Studios: 774-212-0903 · jimmyparr.com Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish: 508-696-3007 johnnyhoyandthebluefish.com The Jon Bates Band: 508-627-9583 · jonbates.com Jon Zeeman – Guitarist: 561-707-7187 jonzeeman.com Ken Watson – Pianist + Organist: 508-693-9973 Kevin Keady: kevinkeady.com Martha’s Vineyard Swing Orchestra: 508-428-8615 mvswingorchestra.com Michael Haydn: 508-693-1748 · michaelhaydnmv.com Mike Benjamin & The Keepers: 508-642-0439

PLANNING and PRODUCTION CALLIGRAPHY AND DESIGN, PRINTING AND STATIONERY Abraham Pieciak: abraham-pieciak.squarespace.com Althea Designs: 802-777-5137 · altheadesigns.com daRosa Corporation: 508-693-0110 Emma Nicholas Young – Letterpress Invitations: 774-563-0540 · enyprintedwork.com Gracie ’n Moe: gracienmoe.com Jenni Bick Custom Journals: 833-705-7485 jennibick.com Libby Ellis Design & Marketing: libbyellisdesign.com Margot Datz Designs: 508-627-4219 Martha’s Vineyard Screenprinting Co.: 508-693-9592 · mvscreenprint.com Order She Wrote: ordershewrotenyc.com Seastone Papers: 508-693-5786 seastonepapers.com Taylor Stone Illustration: taylorstoneillustration.com Tisbury Printer: 508-693-4222 · tisburyprinter.com The UPS Store: 508-696-0600

PORTABLES Araujo Brothers Portable Toilets: 508-693-2625 Dottie’s Potties: 508-693-1135 · dottiespotties.org Jay's Portable Toilets: 508-939-8424 Michael and Sons Luxury Mobile Restrooms: 508-696-0725 New England Restrooms: 877-883-5874 newenglandrestrooms.com MV PhotoBus – Luxury Restroom Trailers: 508-939-3077 · mvphotobus.com

TECH SUPPORT All MV Sound and Video Rentals: 508-292-6862 Atlantic Sound Co.: 207-664-8293 Event Power MV: 508-693-8590 eventpowermv.com

TENTS + PARTY SUPPLIES Big Sky Tent and Party Rentals: Edgartown 508-693-2237 · bigskytent.com The Bubbly Brit: 508-627-4478 · thebubblybrit.com The Cocktail Caravan: cocktailcaravanmv.com

Rolling Bar MV: 203-910-4261 · rollingbarmv.com Seaside Celebrations Tent & Party Rentals: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0556 seasidecelebrations.com Takemmy Linen Rental: 508-693-2788 takemmylinenrental.com Tilton Tents and Party Rentals: Oak Bluffs 508-693-9173 · tiltontents.com Vintage Delicious: 808-640-6935 vintagedelicious.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Amanda MacDonald Photography: amandamacdonaldphotography.com Arletta Weddings: 774-563-9097 arletta-weddings.com Ashley Tilton: ashleytilton.com Caitlin Cunningham Photography: 617-913-9247 caitlincunningham.com Christine Sargologos: 210-460-0558 christinesargologos.com David Welch Photography: 508-939-3438 davidwelchphotography.com E Drazen Photo: 917-592-8398 · edrazenphoto.com Endless Memories by Adriana: 508-560-3103 endlessmemoriesbyadriana.com Jeremy Driesen Photography: 914-844-0267 jeremydriesenphotography.com Jessica K. Feiden: jessicakfeiden.com Jocelyn Filley Photography: jocelynfilleyweddings.com Joe Mikos Photographers: 508-696-6262 mikosphotographers.net Kelley DeBettencourt Photography: kelleydebettencourt.com L.A. Brown Photographer: 508-627-1977 labphoto.com Larisa Stinga Photography: larisa-stinga.com Louisa Gould Photography: 508-693-7373 louisagould.com Maria Thibodeau Photography: 505-500-0350 mariathibodeauphotography.com Max Bossman Photographer: 617-850-5520 maxbossman.com Mila Lowe Photography: 508-560-6312 · milalowe.com MV PhotoBus: 508-939-3077 · mvphotobus.com

Photo Booth Planet: 802-727-0002 photoboothplanet.com Pizzuti Photography: 617-419-0203 pizzutiweddingphotography.com Randi Baird Photography: 508-505-5909 randibaird.com Ruth Eileen: rutheileenphotography.com Sara Piazza Photography & Music: 508-627-8349 sarapiazza.com Salty Snapshots Photobooth Rentals: 774-563-9278 · saltysnapshotsmv.com Tim Correira Photography: 508-627-0159 timcorreira.com Vineyard Selfies: 508-889-6115 · vineyardselfies.com Wayne Smith Photography: 508-696-7461 waynesmithphotography.com

RECEPTION VENUES AQUINNAH + CHILMARK The Allen Farm Sheep and Wool Company: 508-645-9064 · allenfarm.com The Aquinnah Shop Restuarant: 508-645-3867 theaquinnahshop.com The Beach Plum Inn: 508-645-9454 beachpluminn.com The Captain R. Flanders House: 508-645-3123 captainflandersinn.com Carriage House Property: carriagehousemv.com Chilmark Community Center: 508-645-9484 chilmarkcommunitycenter.org Chilmark Tavern: 508-645-9400 · chilmarktavern.com The Duck Inn: 508-645-9018 · duckinnonmv.com The Outermost Inn: 508-645-3511 · outermostinn.com The Vanderhoop Homestead: 508-662-7337

EDGARTOWN + CHAPPAQUIDDICK 19 Prime Cast Iron Steakhouse: 774-224-0550 19primesteak.com 19 Raw Oyster Bar: 774-224-0550 19rawoysterbar.com Ashley Inn: 508-627-9655 · ashleyinn.net Atlantic: 508-627-7001 · atlanticmv.com Atria: 508-627-5850 · atriamv.com Baylies Room | Old Whaling Church: 508-627-4440

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PLANNING and PRODUCTION – RECEPTION VENUES

mikebenjaminband.com Music Martha’s Vineyard: 508-696-1920 musicmarthasvineyard.com Nancy Rogers – Organist: 508-693-2413 Nate D’Angelo: natedangelo.com Peter Boak – Organist + Pianist: 508-693-4332 Phil daRosa: phildarosa.com The PickPocket Bluegrass Band: 508-560-1405 pickpocketbluegrass.com Silent Events – Silent Disco Headphones: 855-474-5368 · silentevents.com Space Invaders: facebook.com/spaceinvadersmusic Susan and Stephen McGhee – Cellist + Violinist: 508-645-2297 The Sultans + Jerry Bennett Entertainment: 508-246-9071 · thesultans.com TPS Productions: 413-265-5064 · tpspresents.com The Vine Shakers: 774-549-2020 thevineshakers.com Vineyard Sound – A Cappella: 866-846-7686 vineyardsound.org Vineyard Violin: 410-608-5648 · vineyardviolin.com Wes Nagy – Pianist: 508-693-3048 Will Pfluger – Classical Guitarist: 508-693-5394

RETAIL FASHION – SALONS and SPAS

vineyardtrust.org The Boathouse + Field Club Restaurants: 508-627-3535 · boathousemv.com Captain Morse House: 508-627-4895 captainmorsehouse.com Chappaquiddick Beach Club: 508-627-8221 chappaquiddickbc.org Chappaquiddick Community Center: 508-627-8222 chappycommunitycenter.org The Charlotte Inn: 506-627-4751 · thecharlotteinn.com Dr. Daniel Fisher House + Grounds: 508-627-4440 vineyardtrust.org Edgartown Yacht Club: 508-627-4361 edgartownyc.org Harbor View Hotel: 508-627-7000 harborviewhotel.com The Harborside Inn: 508-627-4321 theharborsideinn.com Hob Knob, Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa: 508-627-9510 · hobknob.com Kelley House: 508-627-7900 thekelleyhousehotel.com l’étoile: 508-627-5187 · letoile.net The Newes from America: 508-627-4397 thenewesfromamerica.com Martha’s Vineyard Rod & Gun Club: 508-627-3537 mvrodandgunclub.com Royal & Ancient Chappaquiddick Links: 508-627-2729 · royalchappy.com Town Bar & Grill: 774-310-8696 · townbarmv.com The Vose Family Boathouse: events.vosefamilytrust.com Winnetu Oceanside Resort: 508-627-4747 winnetu.com

OAK BLUFFS East Chop Beach Club: 508-693-0630 eastchopbeachclub.com Farm Neck Golf Club: 508-693-2504 farmneck.net Isabelle’s Beach House: 508-693-3955 isabellesbeachhouse.com Island Alpaca: 508-693-5554 · islandalpaca.com The Island Inn: 508-693-2002 · islandinn.com Loft: 508-696-3000 Nomans: 508-338-2474 · nomansmv.com Portuguese-American Club: 508-693-9875 holyghostassociation.com Sailing Camp Park: 508-693-3554 x118 The Sweet Life: 508-696-0200 · sweetlifemv.com

VINEYARD HAVEN Garde East: 508-687-9926 · gardeeast.com Juniper Place: juniperplaceweddings.com Mansion House: 508-693-2200 mvmansionhouse.com Tashmoo Spring Building: 508-684-8778 x153

WEST TISBURY Arrowhead Farm: 508-693-8831 · arrowheadfarm.net Flat Point Farm: 508-693-4343 · flatpointfarm.com Grange Hall: 508-627-4440 · vineyardtrust.org Lambert’s Cove Inn: 800-535-0272 lambertscoveinn.com Martha’s Vineyard Agricultural Hall: 508-693-9549 marthasvineyardagriculturalsociety.org Pond View Farm: 508-693-2949 pondviewfarmmv.com

RETAIL FASHION FOR MEN and WOMEN

47 Circuit: Oak Bluffs · 508-338-7258 facebook.com/47circuit American Rhino: Edgartown · americanrhino.com Backwater Trading Company: Edgartown 508-627-7730 · backwatertradingcompany.com Basics Clothing Company: Oak Bluffs 508-693-8819 · basicsandeastaway.company.site Beetlebung: Menemsha · 508-955-9393 | Oak Bluffs · 508-338-2390 · beetlebung.com Black Dog General Store: Vineyard Haven | 508-696-8182 | Oak Bluffs · 508-696-9826 | Edgartown · 508-627-6412 · theblackdog.com The Boneyard: Edgartown · 508-627-7907 theboneyardsurfshop.com Brickman’s of Martha’s Vineyard: Vineyard Haven 508-693-0047 · brickmans.com Captain’s Club: Oak Bluffs · 413-328-9842 staywavy.com Dapper: Oak Bluffs · 347-636-6600 Eastaway Clothing: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-8487 basicsandeastaway.company.site Faherty: Edgartown · 774-549-9478 fahertybrand.com FatFace: Edgartown · 508-939-4337 · us.fatface.com The Great Put-On: Edgartown · 508-627-5495 thegreatputonmv.com The Green Room: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-6888 greenroommv.com Island Outfitters: Oak Bluffs · 334-399-3077 islandoutfittersmv.com J. McLaughlin: Edgartown · 508-627-6503 jmclaughlin.com Lennox & Harvey: Vineyard Haven · 508-687-9372 lennoxandharvey.com Livin’ EZ: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-5405 livinezclothing.com Menemsha Blues: Vineyard Haven | Menemsha 508-693-9599 · menemshablues.com MV Allston: Oak Bluffs · mvallston.com Slip Seventy Seven: Oak Bluffs · 508-687-9975 slip77.com Soft As A Grape: Edgartown · 508-627-4048 | Oak Bluffs · 508-696-6800 | Vineyard Haven 508-338-2138 · softasagrape.com Sundog: Edgartown · 508-627-5254 Vineyard Vines: Oak Bluffs · 508-687-9841 | Edgartown · 508-627-4779 | Vineyard Haven 508-693-4895 · vineyardvines.com

RETAIL FASHION FOR WOMEN Blush Boutique: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-8777 blushboutiquemv.com Bryn Walker: Edgartown · 508-627-7715 | Vineyard Haven · 508-693-8340 · brynwalker.com Conrado: Vineyard Haven · shopconrado.com The Glasshouse: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-0024 theglasshousema.com Glimpse of Tibet: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-9795 Katydid: Edgartown · 508-627-1232 · katydidmv.com Kenworthy: Edgartown · kenworthydesign.com Kin: Edgartown · instagram.com/kin.mv Laughing Bear: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-9342 facebook.com/laughingbear33 Lilly Pulitzer: Edgartown · 508-627-1209 lillypulitzer.com Magentic North: Vineyard Haven · 508-687-9972 shopmagneticnorth.com Nell: Edgartown · 508-627-9172 · nellmv.com Nochi: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-9074

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nochimv.com Pandora’s Box: Menemsha · 508-645-9696 pandorasboxmv.com Rags: Edgartown · 508-627-8160 Rochelle’s Boutiques: Edgartown 774-549-9462 rochellesboutique.com Sea Legs: Edgartown · 508-939-4319 · sealegsmv.com Slate: Edgartown · 508-939-1908 · slatemv.com Slight Indulgence: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-8194 Stina Sayre: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-5180 stinasayre.com Süka: Edgartown · 508-627-7852 Third World Trading Company: Oak Bluffs 508-693-5550 · thirdworldtrading.com Timeless: Vineyard Haven · 508-696-7637 timelessmarthasvineyard.com The Trust Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-4445 tanyarust.com

SALONS and SPAS BB Salon: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2312 facebook.com/BBSalonMV Bellezza Salon: Vineyard Haven · 508-338-7140 Benito’s Hair Styling: Oak Bluffs · 508-696-0033 benitos.squarespace.com Bert’s Barber Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2277 Blair’s Barber Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-338-7902 mvhaircuts.com Blonde on the Rock: blondeontherock.com Bodysense: West Tisbury · 508-693-4411 bodysensemv.com Botanical Beauty & Co.: Edgartown · 508-939-4367 botanicalbeautymv.com Bouclé: Edgartown · 508-939-0090 Caleen’s Day Spa: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2898 caleensdayspa.com Cinnamon White Skincare & Makeup: Oak Bluffs 508-633-8433 · cinnamonwhite.com Divine Beauty: Edgartown · 508-905-5983 divinemv.com Gypsy Barbershop: Edgartown · 508-939-4551 facebook.com/gypsybarbershop Hair by Dana Hughes: Oak Bluffs · 508-693-2998 hairbydanahughes.com The Hair Studio: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-8665 facebook.com/thehairstudiomv Hollywood Nails: Vineyard Haven · 508-696-6197 | Oak Bluffs · 508-338-2482 Island Aesthetics: Vineyard Haven · 774-563-5708 islandaestheticsmv.com King’s Barber Shop: Vineyard Haven · 508-338-7853 kingsbarbershopmv.com Maggie’s Salon: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-2875 maggiessalon.com Mansion House Spa & Salon: Vineyard Haven 508-693-2200 x105 · mvmansionhouse.com Miss Mary Boutique Spa: Vineyard Haven 508-536-1505 · missmarycosmetics.com Monica Panait – Make-Up Artist: 508-939-1737 instagram.com/makeupartistmv MV Roots Hair Design: Edgartown · 508-400-2554 facebook.com/MVrootshairdesigns Nicoleta Trandafir – Makeup Artist: 508-627-0548 vineyardmakeupartist.com Nicolette Beauty: 561-310-3262 · nicolettebeauty.com Panache Salon & Spa: West Tisbury · 508-696-8868 panachesalonmv.com Pure Touch Salon: Edgartown · 508-939-3123 Relaxation Spa: Edgartown · 508-627-7823 relaxationspamv.com Revive by Sarka: Vineyard Haven · 774-521-6060

TRANSPORTATION AIR Action Airlines: 800-243-8623 · flyactionair.com Aero Charter New England: 833-693-5444 aerocharterne.com Biplane Rides + Classic Aviators: 508-627-7677 biplanemv.com Cape Air: 800-227-3247 · capeair.com Chester Charter: 860-526-4321 · chester-charter.com Hopscotch Air: 877-255-2467 · flyhopscotch.com Katama Airfield: 508-627-0421 · katamaairfield.com Janus Air: 508-905-9999 · jannusair.com Linear Air: 877-254-6327 · linearair.com Plane Sense: 866-214-1212 · planesense.com Reliant Air: 203-743-5100 · reliantair.com Resort Air: 800-683-9330 · resortaircharter.com Shoreline Aviation: 781-834-4928 shorelineaviation.net Talon Air: 631-753-8881 · talonairjets.com Tradewind Aviation: 800-376-7922 tradewindaviation.com Martha’s Vineyard Airport (Cape Air, Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines): 508-693-7022 · mvyairport.com

LAND Adam Cab: 508-627-4462 · adamcabmv.com All Star Tours: 508-696-8687 · allstarmvtours.com Aquinnah Taxi: 508-560-3100 Bluefish Taxi: 508-627-7373 · bluefishtaxi.net Bob Gothard – 1940 Oldsmobile: 305-439-1383 marthasvineyardarchitecturalphotographer.com Cottage City Cab Company: 508-693-3500 facebook.com/cottagecitycab Lighthouse Taxi: 508-645-6066 lighthousetaximv.com Martha’s Vineyard Love Bug: mvlovebug.com The Martha’s Vineyard Regional Transit Authority: 508-693-9440 · vineyardtransit.com MV Sightseeing: 508-693-1555 · mvtour.com Martha’s Vineyard Taxi: 508-693-8660 marthasvineyardtaxi.com Martha’s Vineyard Tours & Excursions: 508-654-0381 · marthasvineyardexcursions.com MV Tours and Transport: 508-939-1359 mvtransportandtours.com MVP Luxury Transport: 508-627-2386 mvluxurytransport.com Nip ’n’ Tuck Farm Hay Wagon: 508-693-1449 Oak Bluffs Land & Wharf Co.: 508-684-8595 vineyardhistory.com ResortMan: 508-693-3006 · resortman.com

Sonnyside Rides: 508-680-3629 mvhorseandcarriage.com Stagecoach Taxi: 508-627-4566 mvstagecoachtaxi.com Vineyard Coach & Concierge: 888-693-3006 vineyardcoach.com

WATER FERRY SERVICES Falmouth-Edgartown Ferry: 508-548-9400 falmouthedgartownferry.com Hy-Line Cruises: 508-693-0112 · hylinecruises.com Island Queen: 508-548-4800 · islandqueen.com The Chappaquiddick (On-Time) Ferry: 508-627-9427 chappyferry.com Patriot Party Boats: 508-548-2626 patriotpartyboats.com Seastreak: 800-262-8743 · seastreak.com The Steamship Authority: 508-693-9130 steamshipauthority.com Vineyard Fast Ferry: 401-295-4040 vineyardfastferry.com

FISHING + SAILING CHARTERS Alewife Charters: 508-627-0750 alewifecharters.com The Black Dog Tall Ships: 508-693-1699 theblackdogtallships.com Book-a-Boat: 508-645-2400 · bookaboatmv.com Boylermaker Charters: 508-922-1749 boylermaker.com Captain Clarke Charters: 508-776-7286 captainclarkecharters.com Catboat Charters: 508-524-6903 catboatcharters.com Coop’s Bait & Tackle Fishing Charters: 508-627-3909 · coopsbaitandtackle.com Done Deal Charters: 508-737-5717 donedealcharters.com Fish Chappy: 617-834-4722 · fishchappy.com Fishsticks Charters: 508-951-5288 fishstickscharters.com Gannon & Benjamin Marine Railway Charters: 508-360-1837 · gannonandbenjamin.com/charters Great Harbour Sport Fishing Charters: 508-627-2128 · vineyardfishing.com Gut Feeling Charters: 508-726-6312 gutfeelingcharters.com High Tide Charters: 508-415-1540 marthasvineyardfishing.com Island Girl Excursions: 774-563-8323 islandgirlexcursions.com Kismet Outfitters: 860-944-5225 kismetoutfitters.com Machaca Charters: 508-360-4613 machacacharters.com Mad Max Sailing Adventures: 508-627-7500 madmaxmarina.com Magic Carpet Island Classic Charters: 508-627-2889 · sailmagiccarpet.com Martha’s Vineyard Leisure Charters: 508-696-5252 mvleisurecharters.com Martha’s Vineyard Oceansports: 508-693-8476 mvoceansports.com Menemsha Blues Charters: 508-645-3778 menemshabluescharters.com Menemsha Fishing Parties: 508-645-2559 menemshafishingpartyboat.com MV Sportfishing: 781-910-3958 · mvsportfishing.com My Brother Charters: 774-836-7465 mybrothercharters.com

Nauti Girl Excursions: 508-939-1421 nautigirlexcursions.com North Shore Charters: 508-645-2993 · bassnblue.com Pirate Adventures: 508-687-2739 · mvpirates.com Plan Sea: 508-687-2003 · plan-sea.com Sail Away on Wing: 508-361-0484 mvsailingcharters.com Sail Ena – Vineyard Sound Sail Charters: 508-627-0848 · sailena.com Sea Hawk Charters: 508-332-8260 seahawkchartersmv.com Sea Witch Sailing Charters: 508-631-6535 seawitchsailingcharters.com The Skipper/Vineyard Sound Charters: 508-693-1238 · mvskipper.com Smokin Eel Charters: 508-662-7939 smokineelcharters.com Tomahawk Charters: 508-645-3201 tomahawkcharters.com Wind’s Up: 508-693-4252 · windsupmv.com

VIDEOGRAPHY Eugene Hingis: 508-524-0901 · evmisch.com Weddings MV: 713-825-5190 marthasvineyardproductions.com

WEDDING and PARTY PLANNERS Bluebird Events: 508-233-2336 instagram.com/bluebirdeventsmv Blue Lane Events: 860-415-6338 bluelaneevents.com Daughters Martha’s Vineyard: 508-250-6248 daughtersmv.com Deyvi’s By Design: 508-560-9144 instagram.com/deyvisbydesign Emlan Events: 914-320-7425 · emlanevents.com Fete Events: 718-916-8528 · fetemv.com Gather - An Event Company: 508-939-1035 gathereventsmv.com Island Dreams: 413-364-9496 islanddreamsmv.com KG Events & Design: 774-549-9946 kgeventsdesign.com Martha’s Vineyard Weddings & Events: 508-257-1661 · vineyardweddings.com MV Escapes Concierge & Events: 508-930-9839 mvescapes.com My Vineyard Concierge/My Vineyard Elopement: 508-693-1706 · myvineyardconcierge.com myvineyardelopement.com Plan It Martha’s Vineyard: 774-310-1242 planitmv.com Timeless Event Planning: 617-759-0050 timelesseventplanning.com Vineyard Weddings: 508-939-0886 juliehattweddings.com With Grace: 508-566-9604 · withgracemv.com ZBR Events Wedding and Event Planning: 202-436-0609 · zbrevents.com

WEDDING SERVICES TOWN CLERKS Aquinnah: 508-645-2304 · aquinnah-ma.gov Chilmark: 508-645-2107 · chilmarkma.gov Edgartown: 508-627-6110 · edgartown-ma.us Oak Bluffs: 508-693-3554 x119 · oakbluffsma.gov Tisbury (Vineyard Haven): 508-696-4215 · tisburyma.gov West Tisbury: 508-696-0148 · westtisbury-ma.gov

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revivebysarka.com Richard Hair: Edgartown · 774-256-2102 edgartownhairstylist.com Rosecuts: Vineyard Haven · 508-693-5362 SB Beauty: 646-263-4055 · sb-beauty.com Sea Spa Salon: Edgartown · 508-627-8953 seaspasalonmv.com Shear Inspiration Salon: Edgartown · 508-627-8333 shearinspirationmv.com Spa L’eau: Edgartown · 508-292-1235 spaleaumv.com Styles with Sierra: 508-560-1881 styleswithsierra.com Talita Destefani Beauty Lounge: Vineyard Haven talitadestefani.com Wave Lengths Hair Salon & Day Spa: Edgartown · 508-627-7066 facebook.com/WaveLengthsSalonMV

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