" I just did all of my Christmas shopping at the Black Duck!" - Clarissa from Florida         " I enjoyed the "interns!" What friendly, wonder golden retrievers hanging in the stores and visiting people outside of the store. Helpful, courteous staff and wonderful treasures!" - Ginny from Alton, NH

" The Black Duck has mighty fine pie crust. And I know my crust!" - Joe from New York

" They have the best answers in town. The Black Duck is better than Google!" - Anna and Bryan from Orrs Island     " I love the ambiance, the INTERNS, the friendliness and the warmth!" - Carol from Wolfeboro, NH

" I come here to treat myself to beautiful earrings." - Felicia from Portland

"The greatest coffee you can find in midcoast Maine!" - Kevin from Port Clyde       " What I love about the Black Duck is everything: food, gifts, coffee, Barbara, Pam, their assistants, the friendly atmosphere and energetic vibes! Opps, I forgot Mandy and her friends!" - Penny from New York City

"You have to buy all your cards here! I do!!!" - Nancy from New York

"After my first (but certainly NOT my last) visit to the Black Duck this past week, I fell in love with the varied and gorgeous bags that are offered. I purchased a beautiful oilcloth bag that I as a gift for myself for the upcoming school year. It is perfectly sized for students' papers and will easily fit on my shoulder. I also purchased an adorable coin purse for my niece who will love the intricate pattern and colors. The folks who work here are personable, friendly, and welcoming and that includes Mandy and Maya, the golden retrievers who helped me not to miss my own dogs as much. The Black Duck will be the first place I will visit upon my next visit to the island I love so much." - Ellen Pinkham Tello from Waterville, Maine

" You meet the nicest people at the Black Duck!" - Don Abbott

" The Black Duck is the first place we want to come when we get to the island. We love the delicious coffee and pastries. It is the absolute best gift shop because there is something for everyone. There are nice dogs to pet and everyone is so friendly!" - Linda and Debra from Connecticut