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Good Morning, North Fork! Life moves pretty fast, but the weeds in the garden somehow move faster.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Hall of Fame

• Picking Up Your Parking Tab

• The Waterman’s Archive

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Hall of Fame 🦅

When longtime North Fork business owner and community leader Paul Romanelli was inducted into the Scouting America Long Island Eagle Scout Hall of Fame last month, the honor felt especially meaningful for someone whose life has been defined by service.

Many know Romanelli as the owner of Suffolk Security Systems, a champion of local nonprofits, and one of the driving forces behind the Cutchogue St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

But his story starts much earlier, spending summers in Laurel, scouting at Bailie Beach, and building an Eagle Scout project that still welcomes visitors into Farmingdale today.

Over the decades, Romanelli has become one of the North Fork’s most recognizable civic leaders, serving on countless boards, supporting local causes, and helping raise funds throughout the East End.

Along the way, he built Suffolk Security into one of the region’s leading life safety companies while maintaining a reputation for being just as invested in people as he is in business.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

Picking Up Your Parking Tab 🚗

One Greenport restaurant has found its own way to push back against the village’s new paid parking program.

Front Street Station is now taking $3.50 off customers’ checks, enough to cover the first hour of parking, for anyone who shows proof they paid a meter. Owners Sharon and Dave Sailor say it’s their way of helping customers and encouraging people to keep visiting downtown despite frustration over the expanded parking rules.

Their goal isn't just to complain about the changes, it's to find a practical way to keep people coming into town. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

The Waterman’s Archive 🌊

Paul Brooke Jr. the longtime captain, commercial shell fisherman, free diver, and artist is bringing his perspective to Hotel Moraine with The Waterman’s Archive, a new exhibition opening July 11.

The collection draws directly from Brooke’s life on the water, blending fine art photography, antique nautical charts, squid ink, and life sized cyanotypes made using actual sea life and sunlight.

The exhibition features three series: Blue Harvest, Nature’s Palimpsest, and Fine Art Photography, each exploring a different way of preserving moments that most people never get to see.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

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Animal of The Week

Meet Skye 🐾

Meet Skye, a 1.5 year old German Shepherd with a big heart, a bright mind, and just the right amount of goofball charm. This girl is happiest when she’s close to her humans, soaking up affection, and being part of the action.

True to her shepherd roots, Skye is smart, loyal, driven, and deeply devoted. She loves being outdoors, has made wonderful progress with other dogs, and now enjoys dog playgroups thanks to months of patience, structure, and training. She’ll do best with an experienced German Shepherd owner and a confident handler who understands how to give her the consistency and guidance she needs to keep thriving.

To help Skye and her future family start off on the right foot, adopters will complete one training session at the shelter and one in-home session after adoption. It’s all part of making sure this special girl has the smooth, successful transition she deserves.

Skye is ready to be someone’s hiking buddy, loyal sidekick, and all in best friend.

Questions? Call North Fork Animal Welfare League at 631-765-1811

If you are interested in volunteering and helping animals like Skye, contact Laura at [email protected]

Trivia Time 🧠

Your brain deserves more than scrolling and skimming. Each week we’ll hit you with one question designed to make you pause, scratch your head, and maybe argue with whoever’s sitting next to you. Think of it as a quick mental pit stop: a chance to flex your random knowledge, test your memory, or finally use that obscure fact you learned in 7th grade.

Just click one of the multiple choice answers to see if you got it right!

Find more info on the answer at the very end of the newsletter

Last Week’s Results

Last week we asked: Which Founding Father was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence?

Answer: Thomas Jefferson

63% of you got it right. For the 37% that missed it, don't worry, the Founding Fathers were confused by each other sometimes too.

Local Spotlight

17 Year Anniversary 🍻

Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. is taking its anniversary celebration back to the place where it all began.

On Sunday, July 12, the brewery will mark 17 years with a celebration at its original Carpenter Street location in Greenport. The day will feature an anniversary beer release, live music from Unplugged, and artwork by East End artist Scott Bluedorn.

For longtime fans, it’s a chance to raise a glass at the original brewery that helped make GHBC a local staple. For everyone else, it’s a solid Sunday excuse to stop by, hear some music, check out local art, and celebrate a North Fork favorite.

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Extra Honey

Let’s Mahj!

NoFo Mahj Club is a Mahjong community of women offering both lesson and open play events to venues across the North Fork!

These Mahjong events are fun, social gatherings for beginners and experienced players. All levels are welcome! Whether you come with friends or arrive solo and meet new ones, these events are a great way to learn the game and connect with other ladies on the North Fork. Great for both social and networking opportunity!

The upcoming schedule includes:
🀄 NoFo Mahj (18+) - Friday, 7/10 – The Menhaden
🀄 NoFo Mahj (18+) - Monday, 7/13 – Hotel Moraine
🀄 Mahjong with Mom (kids age 6+) - Thursday, 7/16 - Rowan Craft Boutique

Space is limited for each event, so be sure to reserve your spot before they're full.

Follow @nofomahj on Instagram to stay up to date on upcoming events. Registration links can be found in their bio.

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Wednesday

Bedell Cellars | Gene Casey | 4-8 PM
Minnow | Rob Europe | 5-8 PM
Billy’s by the Bay | George Tebbitt | 5-8 PM
Greenport American Legion | Adult Roller Skate | 5-9 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Family Feud Night | 6 PM
Eastern Front Brewing | Bingo | 6-8 PM
Shelter Island Slice | Trivia | 6-8 PM
The Pridwin | The Stingers | 6-9 PM
Windamere | Who Are Those Guys | 6-9 PM
Little Fish | Jon Divello | 6-9 PM
Andy’s | Trivia | 6:30-8:30 PM
Clam Bar at Alize | Trivia | 6:30 PM
The Halyard | Sid Gold’s Karaoke with John Khoury | 7-10 PM
Taps & Corks | Open Mic Night | 7-10 PM
Silversmith’s Corner (Southold) | Dennis Raffelock Quartet | 7:30-9 PM

Thursday

Hotel Moraine | Julia King | 5-7 PM
Billy’s by the Bay | Sahara | 5-8 PM
Smuggler’s Cove | Frank Palmeri | 5-8 PM
Corey Creek | Greg McMullen | 5-9 PM
SALT Shelter Island | Who Are Those Guys Trio | 5pm
Hallockville Museum Farm | Old Time Jam | 5:30-8:30 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Trivia | 6-8 PM
Jamesport Farm Brewery | Trivia | 6:30 PM
Windamere | Nu Groove | 6-9 PM
Taps & Corks | Karaoke | 7-10 PM
Southold American Legion | Bingo | 7 PM

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