Let's listen as a character from one of the stories introduce herself. Hello, I&rsquo;m Holly Blackhill. I am one of the main characters in a recent short story written and published by Charles E. Meads. Charles asked me to introduce myself. Let me be honest with you. I&rsquo;m a gifted person, but some of my talents are, how should I say it, not socially acceptable. My work ethic has led former employers to fear my skills. I am always well paid for completed projects. I drive a white BMW X7 M60i with a red interior. My lavish NY condo overlooks Central Park. Most of my contracts involve travel, but occasionally, if the payout is compelling, I&rsquo;ll work in the city. I resent having to work with indolent people. They make hideous mistakes. I don&rsquo;t make mistakes. Don&rsquo;t forget: my story and numerous others are available in the book Small Talk &amp; Other Dead Ends, written by Charles E. Meads. It&rsquo;s listed on Amazon.

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This season Island visitors and locals will enjoy seven new boutiques and a new eatery in downtown Nantucket. These exciting tenant additions join a robust roster of over 100 premier shopping boutiques and restaurants that perfectly complement Nantucket&rsquo;s vibrant retail and dining scene. For a list of shops and restaurants, visit <a href="http://www.shopnantucketisland.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ShopNantucketIsland.com</a>. 
A Sailor&rsquo;s Valentine by Tuckernuck
23 Centre Street
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A curated capsule celebrating chic American style and a fun, full life.
Bliss Nantucket &ndash; Summer Shop
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A place for fresh, feel-good food and drinks made with intention. From chef-crafted meals and a convenient Grab &amp; Go program to healthy eats, great coffee, cold-pressed juices, vendor pop-up opportunities and day events, and more. Everything is designed to fit seamlessly into a busy Nantucket day while leaving you feeling a little lighter than when you walked in the door. (Opening late June.)
Dairy Boy
14 Federal Street
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Dairy Boy, founded by Paige Lorenze, is an American lifestyle brand rooted in tradition, made for today &mdash; creating fashion, home, and everyday essentials designed to bring beauty and ease to daily life. The opening of the Nantucket store marks Dairy Boy&rsquo;s first retail destination.
Legit Nantucket 
12 Old South Wharf
<a href="https://shop-legit.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Shop-Legit.com</a>
A Legit summer awaits! Especially curated for ACK, an exclusive and elevated collection of women's clothing, accessories, and lifestyle goods, sourced from Paris, Greece, Italy, and beyond! 
Marissa Collections 
25 Centre Street
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The curated destination for luxury fashion and fine jewelry from over 300 global designers.
Nantucket Crisps 
9 Old South Wharf 
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Nantucket Crisps offers island-inspired potato chips and branded merchandise including sweatshirts, T-shirts, hats, stickers, dog toys and more.
Nautics Nantucket 
14 Centre Street
Unique home accessories and gifts that are all handcrafted with the finest quality. Their pieces are all exclusively designed and hard to find elsewhere. 
Seasonal Resident 
23 Old South Wharf 
Seasonal Resident is a lifestyle brand designed for the rhythm of the weekend away, creating timeless apparel, and curating considered goods for a life rooted in Recreation and Leisure. Thoughtfully made and seasonally relevant, it&rsquo;s a destination for those who dress with intention&mdash;suited to the rituals of Nantucket living.
The Dive 
15 South Water Street
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The Dive is a high-energy restaurant and bar from Sneaky Good Hospitality, where bohemian charm meets laid-back luxury with nostalgic tunes, craveable bites, handcrafted cocktails, and a come-as-you-are vibe.
NIR Retail 
NIR Retail, a New England Development company, leases 100 of Nantucket&rsquo;s premier retail locations found on Nantucket&rsquo;s most popular shopping streets: Main, Centre, Federal, South Beach and South Water, and on Old South Wharf and Straight Wharf. Shops and galleries include Veronica Beard, Southern Tide Nantucket, Skinny Dip Nantucket, Cavalier Ebanks Gallery, A Sailor&rsquo;s Valentine by Tuckernuck, vineyard vines Nantucket, and more. Favorite Island restaurants include CRU, Lola 41, Ventuno, The Nantucket Tap Room, The Gaslight Nantucket, and more. Located off the coast of Massachusetts, Nantucket has welcomed generations of visitors and residents. Its world-class shops, restaurants, hotels, and seaside beauty have made Nantucket one of the most popular resort destinations for vacationers from around the globe. Visit <a href="https://www.shopnantucketisland.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ShopNantucketIsland.com</a> for a full listing of galleries, shops and restaurants.New England Development
For over 50 years, New England Development has taken a creative, entrepreneurial approach to real estate development and management, delivering, and sustaining successful projects across a wide range of property types. The company&rsquo;s national portfolio includes mixed-use developments that combine retail, residential, office, lab and hotel use, outlet centers, high-end and street-front retail, airport retail, hotels, golf courses, restaurants, and marinas. New England Development&rsquo;s diverse portfolio includes CambridgeSide in Cambridge, MA, Chestnut Hill Square in Chestnut Hill, MA, Outlets of Des Moines in Altoona, IA, Clarksburg Premium Outlets in Clarksburg, MD, Newburyport Development and Marinas, Nantucket Island Retail and The White Elephant Resorts, among others. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.nedevelopment.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">NEDevelopment.com</a>.

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Hyannis Arts Hall presents premiere Robin Williams impersonator Roger Kabler on stage on Saturday, July 11 at 7 pm for an unforgettable tribute to the legendary funny man and human whirlwind Robin Williams. Beloved for his ability to touch hearts with his soulful film performances as well as his lightning-fast character shifts, uncanny mimicry, and fearless flights of absurdity, Robin Williams remains one of comedy’s most beloved figures. Actor-comedian Roger Kabler pays tribute in this one-man show to the great Robin Williams, delighting audiences with his impressions of Hollywood greats.
 Tickets are available on eventbrite.com for $35 general admission including fees. Supporter tickets are $100 Including fees. Tickets at the door are $40. Recommended for mature audiences. Doors will open an hour before the performance, with beer, wine, nonalcoholic beverages, and snacks available for purchase. A showing of the documentary film Being Robin, which chronicles Kabler's embrace of Williams and his own struggles with mental health, follows on Sunday, July 12 at 2 pm. Donations requested at the door. Hyannis Arts Hall is part of the 501[c]3 nonprofit Hyannis Arts &amp; Film, along with Hyannis Film Festival and Hyannis Arts &amp; Flea. The organization is devoted to bringing the performing arts and culture to Hyannis and Cape Cod, to boost the local economy. Find Hyannis Arts Hall at 81 Willow Avenue across from Centerville Dry Cleaners, footsteps down the gated walkway alongside the Federated Church of Hyannis, at 320 Main Street. Visit HAH on social media or at hyannisartshall.com. For more information, call managing director William Ferrall at 508-228-8535, or email hyannisartshall@gmail.com.

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