Hold onto your beach towels and get ready to swim with the sharks—our salon is throwing a *fin-tastic* event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic movie, JAWS!

Join us for an unforgettable day filled with thrills, chills, and a chance to snap a selfie with the legendary shark itself! Yes, you read that right—get ready to strike a pose with JAWS and make your friends *jaw-drop* with envy.

But wait, there’s more! We’ll be offering free, temporary tattoos that are sure to make a splash, as well as candy shark bracelets for those who want to indulge in a little extra fun! Whether you’re a beach bum or a thrill-seeker, there’s something for everyone at our celebration.

So grab your friends, put on your best shark-themed attire, and swim on over to our salon for a day of celebration, creativity, and a whole lot of fun. Don’t miss out on this chance to honor a cinematic classic while enjoying some jaw-some activities! We can’t wait to see you there!

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Amity Books - also known as Edgartown Books - is hosting:
Michael A. Smith, author of FINATICS: 50 YEARS OF JAWS, and a 50 Anniversary edition of Edie Blake’s ON LOCATION: On Martha’s Vineyard-The Making of the Movie JAWS
Dennis Prince, author of JOE ALVES: DESIGNING JAWS and JOE ALVES: ADVENTURES IN FILM DESIGN - with JOE ALVES

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 20th tours: 2 PM, 3:30 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Join CB Stark to celebrate the release of their new Jaws Jewelry collection featuring a 50th Anniversary Bruce Charm! Pickup your preorders and enjoy snacks, drinks, giveaways, and photo opportunities! All orders placed before May 31st will be guaranteed for pick-up at the party or shipped on June 20th. Orders placed after will be available when ready.

Before the Exclusive After-party in Edgartown is the Free Screening! National Geographic and Amblin Documentaries, in conjunction with the Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce and Circuit Arts, is thrilled to present the premiere of Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story. The authorized, upcoming documentary uncovers the behind-the-scenes stories of the bestselling novel and Steven Spielberg’s legendary blockbuster film along with diving into our enduring fascination with sharks. Purchase Tickets Here.

The excitement doesn’t stop at the free screening of Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story —anyone can purchase tickets to gain access to Jaws: The After Party, an unforgettable after-party hosted by the Chamber of Commerce at The Harbor View Hotel, at their Roxy Pool Bar and Great Lawn. Step into the world of Jaws with inspired props for once-in-a-lifetime photo ops, exclusive swag, curated shark-themed cocktails, live music, and an electric atmosphere alongside fans, filmmakers, and industry insiders.  Tickets & Details Here

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 21st tours: 3:30 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Celebrate the 50th anniversary with a screening of Universal Pictures’ Jaws at the stunning Winnetu Oceanside Resort—a unique opportunity to watch Jaws in Concert, in the very place it was originally filmed. 

Presented by the Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce and Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, with support from Circuit Arts, this iconic outdoor screening set to the breathtaking score performed by the Cape Symphony, will transport fans straight back to Amity Island, where the legend began.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there—prepare to be fully immersed in the world of sharks with Discovery’s Shark Week VIP Experience. This jaw-dropping activation features Discovery Shark Week giveaways, IG-ready photo ops, and a nostalgic 1975-inspired atmosphere that will take you deep into the depths of the awe-inspiring world of sharks. 

VIP guests will gain exclusive access to the ultimate fan experience in the VIP Tent, where branded screens will showcase Discovery Shark Week promotions, actual Shark Week footage and more. Take home limited-edition Discovery Shark Week swag, snap a pic at the Discovery Shark Week photo op, and sip sea themed cocktails and food.

VIP Tickets and General Admission Lawn Seating Are Limited – Don’t Miss Out on the Biggest Jaws Event on Martha’s Vineyard. BUY TICKETS NOW!

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 22nd tours: 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:15 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Amity Books - also known as Edgartown Books - is hosting:
Christopher Shaw Myers, author of ROBERT SHAW: An Actor’s Life on the Set of JAWS and Beyond. Robert Shaw, the iconic star of Steven Spielberg’s JAWS, comes boisterously to life in an up-close and personal biography written by his nephew that reveals the brilliant actor, esteemed playwright, prize-winning novelist, and loving family man as never before.

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

JAWS Revisited: What Have We Learned about the Great White Shark?

Time: 6:30 pm (doors open at 6 pm)
Location: Old Whaling Church, Edgartown
Tickets: $30 per person - Purchase here

Join us for an exciting evening at the historic Old Whaling Church on Martha’s Vineyard with Dr. Greg Skomal, a leading shark expert, accomplished marine biologist, underwater explorer, and author, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic film JAWS. In this insightful lecture, Dr. Skomal will explore how the film shaped our perception of the Great White Shark as a fearsome villain, and how years of research have worked to correct that narrative.

Dr. Skomal, who has spent over two decades studying the behavior and ecology of Great White Sharks, has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of these apex predators. Through his work with the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and his collaboration with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, he is leading efforts to protect these incredible sharks and their ocean habitats.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the foremost experts in the field and celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS!

JAWS Revisited: Exclusive VIP Event at The Pelican Club at The Faraway

Date: June 22, 2025
Time: 8 - 10 PM
Location: The Faraway, Edgartown

Tickets: $125 per person, includes admission to JAWS Revisited at the Old Whaling Church Purchase Here

Join us for a special VIP experience following the JAWS Revisited lecture with Dr. Greg Skomal. We’re excited to invite you to an exclusive gathering at The Pelican Club at The Faraway, one of the island’s most stylish and intimate venues, where you can mingle with fellow supporters, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and continue the conversation about Great White Shark conservation in a relaxed and elegant setting.

This special event offers the perfect opportunity to connect with Dr. Skomal and other like-minded shark enthusiasts, all while supporting essential white shark research and conservation efforts.

This VIP event is sponsored by The Faraway. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot today and be part of a memorable evening dedicated to the conservation of Great White Sharks.

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 23rd tours: 2:15 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 24th tours: 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 25th tours: 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Amity Books - also known as Edgartown Books - is hosting:
IRA MARCKS, author of SHARK SUMMER. SHARK SUMMER is a graphic novel set on Martha’s Vineyard, where three kids team up to make a film for a local contest. While a big-budget shark movie is being shot on the island, the trio investigate eerie legends tied to a mysterious mansion and its reclusive owner.

Seas the day at the Harborside Inn for their Amity Week Family Event. An afternoon filled with fun for all ages - a jawsome time featuring lawn games, ice cream, music and all things SHARK! Reach out to the Harborside Inn with any questions.

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 26th tours: 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Amity Books - also known as Edgartown Books - is hosting:
Jeffrey Voorhees, JAWS actor “Alex Kintner”

About THE BOOK OF QUINT: From 1945 to 1968, witness Quint survive the greatest naval tragedy in history with the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, and the events that bring him to Amity Island where he becomes a legend of the North Atlantic. A descent into one man's struggle with survivor's guilt from war and dealing with the post-traumatic stress inflicted by losing his friends to sharks leads to a psychological battle against a cunning politician and an island that wields a great secret.

A Jaws universe expansion novel providing details and backstory to enhance the performances in the original movie. For the 50th Anniversary in 2025, after you experience The Book of Quint, watch Jaws again for the first time.

'Offering a meticulous understanding of the character…this (back)story is awash with gripping trauma and tension. It also enriches the original(s) via some valuable, respectful context.' -- Total Film Magazine, Christmas 2023

About the Author: Ryan Dacko is a US Coast Guard veteran, who served as a search and rescue boat operator in the North Atlantic and on the US Coast Guard icebreaker Polar Star from the North Pole to Antarctica. He is a licensed underwater welder and worked as a professional commercial deep-sea diver.

Ryan works as a high-voltage line mechanic, living with his wife and three kids in Syracuse, New York. He is the host and creator of The Jaws Obsession podcast, ranked in the top 2% of all podcasts around the world by ListenNotes. The Book of Quint is his debut novel.

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 27th tours: 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Join Island Spirit Kayak for this free community event as a part of the Jaws 50th Anniversary celebration. Compete in this exciting sand castle competition at the Jaws Bridge, while learning about the local pond ecosystem & environment. 

There will be three categories: group, individual, and junior. Individuals and teams will have 1.5 hours to build their sand castle, and then it will be judged by our three judges! Prizes will be given to the winners. Registration & Details Here

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 28th tours: 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Amity Books - also known as Edgartown Books - is hosting:
RYAN DACKO, author of THE BOOK OF QUINT. From 1945 to 1968, witness Quint survive the greatest naval tragedy in history with the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, and the events that bring him to Amity Island where he becomes a legend of the North Atlantic. A JAWS universe expansion novel providing details and backstory to enhance the original movie.

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown

Revisit the classic film through this 1-hour walking tour! See where your favorite scenes were filmed with insider stories about the production and discover how JAWS changed Martha's Vineyard and the world as we know it.

You'll watch scenes on an iPad as you walk right through Amity! Guaranteed laughs and insight for old fans and new - This tour is a must do on your MV vacation! Book today at edgartowntours.com.
June 29th tours: 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:15 PM
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary, with The Original JAWS Amity Tour - Proudly Showing Off Amity Island for 15 Years!

Drink Like Quint - Swim on by Rosewater Wine & Spirits for a taste Narragansett’s Jaws Lager. Can-crushing delicious and Quint approved!
Rosewater Wine & Spirits | 65 Main Street, Edgartown