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Close To Home, A World Away
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For Her
Among the various shops on
the Island are fabulous opportu-
nities to impress your sweet-
heart. No matter what her style
is, you will find something here
that she will cherish forever.
Some of the most popular
items include chocolates,
jewelry, art, hand-made pottery
and knitting, local preserves
and unique handbags. Among
the Island delicacies that can
be caught on land are hand-
dipped chocolate turtles (not
yet endangered, although so
delicious they are sometimes in
short supply) and fudge. There
are numerous jewelry stores,
galleries, and other shops
where you can find that special
keepsake that will allow her to
always remember your unfor-
gettable Island getaway.
Depending on her taste, you
can find something elegant,
like pearls, diamonds, or other
precious gems, or something
a bit more funky with flair, like
sea-glass bracelets, earrings
and rings. A variety of Island
artists offer paintings, photo-
graphs and one-of-a-kind art
displays that will brighten her
office and make for a great
conversation piece. If the love
of your life is inclined to go
green and support local farmers
and artisans, consider some of
the handmade blankets, knitting
items and local preserves.
For Him
Block Island's stores also of-
fer a wide range of goods that
are the perfect complement to
his vacation. Pick up a Block
Island tie, belt or T-shirt for a
night out on the town. If a quiet
afternoon of fishing is more his
style, then you can find rods,
bait and tackle at the Island
stores. Want to while away
your afternoon on the beach?
Pick up a book about the Is-
land; from history to trivia, there
is something for everyone.
Block Island offers a
great place to pick up
that perfect gift for her,
him, children, or friends
and family members.
Whether it is shopping
in town, at the twice-
weekly Farmers Market,
Arts & Craft Guild fairs
or christmas stroll
(immediately following
Thanksgiving), you can
find that unique gift.
Photo by Chris Barrett