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In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• BarTur Photo Award

• Stitched Stories

• Nautical Museum

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The Lowdown

An Award With Global Impact 📸

The North Fork Arts Center was the place to be on June 14 as it hosted the 10th annual BarTur Photo Award, aka a global celebration of photography that’s all about making the world a better place. Think less selfies, more stories that shake your soul.

Past winners from 23 countries showed work ranging from Ukrainian war zones to French Polynesian arts festivals, Olympic moments, and even gritty NYC subway scenes. If a picture’s worth a thousand words, this gallery could write a novel.

The BarTur Award was started by Amnon Bar-Tur, a photographer who now calls Orient home. The award is laser-focused on photojournalists using their lenses to shine light in dark places. He teamed up with NFAC’s Tony Spiridakis to bring the celebration to the North Fork.

This year’s award includes a $30,000 grant to fund a photo project with real-world impact. Submissions poured in from over 3,000 photographers in 86 countries, and the winners will be revealed July 19.

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When a Quilt Says More Than Words 🧵

Sometimes the most powerful stories aren’t shouted, they’re stitched. That’s the spirit behind Greenport’s newest creation: a community-made quilt that’s set to debut at the village’s Juneteenth celebration on June 28.

This isn’t your average craft project. Inspired by the AIDS Memorial Quilt, this powerful patchwork is being brought to life by the North Fork chapter of Coming to the Table, Clinton Memorial AME Zion Church, and the Southold Anti-Bias Task Force. This year’s theme? “Having Their Say: What Freedom, Equality, and Justice Mean to Them.” Because if anyone’s got something to say about the future, it’s the next generation.

One name you’ll hear a lot: Faith Welch. She’s a Greenport High junior and the event’s Youth Ambassador. She’s making sure the next wave knows what Juneteenth is all about.

The celebration kicks off with a parade and lands in Mitchell Park for music, dancing, spoken word, and the quilt unveiling at the North Fork Arts Center. Expect performances from the Harambee Dance Company, Afro-Brazilian drummers Batalá, and voices of all ages sharing what freedom looks and feels like to them.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🎧 Silent Disco Golden Acres Organic Farm is going full Field of Beats with a Silent Disco under the stars on Saturday, June 28. Slip on a headset, choose your channel (throwbacks, house, or pop anthems), and dance like nobody can hear you, because they can’t. Bring a picnic blanket, wear your dancing shoes, and dance the night away.
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🇬🇷 Mattituck Greek Festival Get ready for two days of food, fun, and Opa! The Mattituck Greek Festival returns June 28 & 29 with delicious Greek eats and pastries (spanakopita, sweet baklava, grilled goodies), live music, a festive flea market, and fun for the whole family. More Info

🇺🇸 Southold’s Fourth of July Parade Wave those flags and wear your red, white, and blue. The Southold Village Merchants are hosting their beloved Fourth of July Parade on Thursday, July 4 at Noon. The festive procession marches down Main Road from Boisseau Avenue to the Southold American Legion, bringing small-town charm, big smiles, and all the patriotic spirit. More Info

🚜 Fourth of July Weekend at Harbes Family Farm Kick off your Independence Day weekend with farm-fresh fun at Harbes Family Farm. Celebrate Friday, July 4 through Sunday, July 6 with free live music, and festive vibes. From fresh picked produce to kid-friendly it’s everything you love about Harbes, with a patriotic twist. More Info

💃 Dance Like No One’s Watching Head over to Breeze Hill Farm and join Ecstatic Dance East End for a freeform movement journey on Saturday, July 5. This immersive, judgment-free experience invites you to move your body, quiet your mind, and awaken your spirit.

Featuring DJ L III V, opening circle, and grounding sound meditation, it’s more than a dance, it’s a journey. No booze, no shoes, no chit-chat, just pure expression. Whether you're a seasoned mover or curious newcomer, all are welcome. Come dance. More Info

🚤 Deck Your Deck Strong’s Water Club is throwing its annual Dress Your Boat Contest on Saturday, July 5, and it’s your turn to bring the red, white, and WOW.

Flags? Yes. Fairy lights? Absolutely. Giant inflatable eagle? If you’ve got it, float it. Decorate your boat to the nines and cruise into glory, with prizes and bragging rights on the line. More Info

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Local History

Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse

Drop anchor, folks, there’s something cool on the horizon. News 12 and Discover Long Island are teaming up to feature the Nautical Museum at Horton Point Lighthouse on The East End, and it’s gonna be a voyage worth tuning into.

Catch the segment on June 27 & 28 and again July 5 & 6 for a peek inside one of Southold’s most iconic landmarks. You’ll get exclusive interviews with Executive Director Darren St. George and Lighthouse Committee Chair Ray Nofi, plus stunning shots of the lighthouse and its maritime treasures.

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Tuesday

First and South | Jeff LeBlanc | 6-9 PM

Wednesday

Bedell Cellars | MJT The Band | 4-8 PM
Waypoint | Caterina | 4-7 PM
Minnow | Rob Europe | 5-8 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Music Bingo | 6-8 PM
Alize Brewing Co | Trivia | 6:30 PM
Little Fish | Brian Cummings | 6-9 PM

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