Once again I am humbled by the incredible response to our annual art and collectibles weekend sale. The entire Chicken Alley Thrift Shop team of staff and volunteers work for a year to make it all happens.

This year we kicked off the arts weekend on Friday night with a huge clothing, shoes and accessories sale. Lured into the shop with live music by Michael Haydn, and a lavish dessert bar, shoppers scooped up bargains by top designers.

On Saturday an army of volunteers transformed the shop and tented parking lot into the art sale space. By Sunday morning shoppers were already in line, patiently awaiting the 1 p.m. opening.

All proceeds from the two spectacular sales benefits Martha’s Vineyard Community Services. I thank our loyal customers; our new shoppers; and our wonderful Chicken Alley crew for making these two events such a wonderful success.

Sandy Pratt
Vineyard Haven

The writer is manager of the Chicken Alley Thrift Shop.