July on Martha's Vineyard
Crank up those BBQs, slather on the suntan lotion and claim your place in the sun, Martha's Vineyard welcomes you to the Summer of 2009!

Happening This Month
July 4th blasts off with Edgartown's annual Main Street parade, barbecues on the Whaling Church lawn and at the Harbor View Hotel followed by the traditional fireworks on the harbor. Or start your summer with a different spin...celebrate Independence Day with seafood! When the holiday's over, browse MVOL.com's restaurant guide for the best deals on lobster, yummy steamers & raw bars galore. Eat in, at the beach, in-the-rough, at a catered clambake or cook at home... MV's seafood is always cause for celebration!

MVOL.com Loves July 4th!!! This year celebrate Island-wide with MVOL's special Independence Day features: Fireworks, Parade info, fabulous foods & more...

Martha's Vineyard's Own Island Grown
As July's temperatures climb, farmer's markets and stands fill up with great produce. Expand your shopping horizons beyond the weekly WT Farmer's Market, check out MVOL.com's farm guide for insider tips on produce, dairy and some very special gourmet items.

Made on Martha's Vineyard
Shopping the Artisan's Fair this year? You'll be happily surprised to find Cafe by Sweet Life available for delicious refueling Sunday's & Thursdays throughout the month. Over in OB, Featherstone's 40+ vendors offer great deals at its Flea & Fine Arts Market, Tuesdays 9:30 am to 2 pm. And if you find yourself gallery hopping in Edgartown, stop in at the Captain Mellen Decorator Show House & Gardens where the English Butler provides tea and refreshments every Tuesday to benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Besides all that, just head for the beach...it's July and the water's fine!

Keeping in Touch
Keep your finger on the pulse of the summer: Check in with a variety of Islanders blogging about real estate, food, Island living and more. Fun and informative and a great way to keep on top of an ever-changing variety of Island topics. As always, our photo-galleries, features & video bring you back to the Island again and again.

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