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Paid Parking, The Little Train That Could, Beachside Eatery & Boutique

Thomas Loncar
June 04, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! There’s something deeply encouraging about waking up and realizing it’s already Thursday.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Paid Parking
The Little Train That Could
Beachside Eatery & Boutique

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The Lowdown

Paid Parking 🚗

Greenport’s expanded paid parking program is heading into its first full summer season, and not everyone is thrilled about it.

Village officials say the metered parking expansion is designed to ease congestion, improve parking turnover and generate revenue for long overdue road, sidewalk and curb repairs. Residents who live downtown, however, say they're being treated like tourists when it comes to parking near their own homes.

The newly expanded program includes metered lots off Main Street and Adams Street, charging $3.50 per hour from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Village officials estimate paid parking could generate about $165,000 annually, helping offset infrastructure costs that would otherwise fall on taxpayers.

Residents have pushed for accommodations such as parking permits or discounted rates for year round locals. An online petition seeking changes has already gathered more than 110 signatures. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

The Little Train That Could 🚂

After a year sidelined for repairs, the Greenport Express Miniature Railroad is rolling again. The beloved attraction officially reopens June 6 and will operate Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM to 3 PM throughout the season.

Tucked into the woods off Moores Lane, the miniature railroad has become one of Greenport’s most nostalgic attractions. The current train may be new, but the memories run deep. The original railroad delighted families for nearly three decades before closing in 2012.

Its return was anything but easy. The Greenport Rotary spent seven years fundraising, gathering more than $1 million through donations and in kind support to purchase the train, build a quarter-mile track and construct the station and facilities.

Get the full story 👉 The Patch

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

🎉 First Fridays Love Lane stays busy a little later on Friday night as First Fridays returns with live music from Audawind setting the soundtrack for the evening. Shops keep their doors open, and the whole street settles into that easy early summer rhythm. More Info

🎥 The American Revolution The war takes a major turn in Episode 4 of the Ken Burns series at Peconic Landing as Philadelphia falls to the British and the fight for independence begins to feel increasingly uncertain. But the American victory at Saratoga changes everything, helping convince France to enter the war. More Info

Saturday

🐾 Dog Dock Diving Weekend Some dogs chase tennis balls. Others launch themselves off docks in front of cheering crowds. The 10th Annual North Fork Dog Dock Diving Weekend returns to the Greenport Polo Grounds on Saturday & Sunday with Big Air, Speed Retrieve, and Extreme Vertical competitions featuring everything from first timers to seasoned flying pros. Add in local vendors, food, and a whole lot of proud dog parent. More Info

🚂 Greenport Express A little piece of North Fork nostalgia is back on track. The Greenport Express Miniature Railroad rolls into its grand opening weekend this Saturday and Sunday. Climb aboard a beloved North Fork tradition and ride the miniature rails. More Info

🎣 Fluke Tournament Fishing tournaments tend to bring out packed coolers, dock talk, and everyone convinced they’ve got the winning fluke. The Michael Murphy Memorial Fluke Tournament returns, with Friday night’s Captains Meeting featuring a beer blast, buffet, and live music to kick things off. More Info

🌊 Day for the Bay A beach day with a little more purpose hits South Jamesport Beach, as Peconic Baykeeper and Surfrider Eastern Long Island host Day for the Bay. The event dives into local water quality, the Blue Water Task Force, and ways to stay safe on the water. More Info

🦞 Lobster Bake Fundraiser Your dinner plans are covered, Southold Fish Market presents the 3rd Annual Lobster Bake Fundraiser at the Greenport American Legion. More Info

🎭 TEENAGE WASTELAND Middle school awkwardness gets the full theatrical treatment when veteran actor David Dean Bottrell brings his acclaimed solo show TEENAGE WASTELAND: Thirteen Fourteen Fifteen to the North Fork Arts Center. Kicking off Pride Month with equal parts hilarity and emotional damage from adolescence, the New York Times praised performance unpacks 5½ true stories. More Info

🫧 Bubble Bonanza Things are about to get delightfully ridiculous at Harbes Barnyard Adventure this Saturday & Sunday as Guinness World Record holding bubble master Jeff Boyer brings Bubble Bonanza to town. More Info

🫖 Spring Tea A slower pace takes over the historic Naugles Barn at Hallockville Museum Farm during Spring Tea, where the afternoon is built around assorted teas, delicate sweets, and savory bites served in a setting that already feels a little removed from modern life. More Info

🏘️ Code Enforcement Rules that quietly shape everyday life around town all take center stage at the Southold Library during this discussion presented by the Southold Peconic Civic Association and town attorney Ben Johnson. More Info

Sunday

🇺🇸 Walk 4 Valor Some walks are workouts, others mean something bigger. Walk 4 Valor returns, beginning at the Southold American Legion and making stops at local firehouses and Legion posts as participants honor fallen service members alongside National Guard Officer Lt. Colonel Charles J. Sanders. Whether tackling the full 22 miles or joining for a segment, the day wraps with a community welcome and BBQ at the Southold Fire Department. More Info

🥞 Fundraising Breakfast Breakfast gets a community sized upgrade at the Cutchogue Fire Department’s Annual Victoria-Glover Scholarship Fundraising Breakfast, where pancakes and coffee, all help support local students. More Info

🀄 Mahjong Tiles start flying as NoFo Mahj Club hosts an evening of Mahjong 101 and Open Play at The Shoal, mixing beginners learning the ropes with seasoned players already deep into strategy mode. More Info

🎶 America 250 Concert Patriotic songs and hometown harmonies fill the Jamesport Meeting House as the America 250 Concert celebrates the semi-quincentennial anniversary of the United States with the 26 voice Jamesport Meeting House Chorus made up of friends and neighbors from the community. More Info

🌿 Mini Herb Garden Your next garnish is getting an upgrade at Rose Hill Vineyards with Soul Creations’ hands on mini herb garden workshop. Plant culinary and cocktail favorites like basil, lemon verbena, thyme, and rosemary, then learn how to keep them happy in pots, raised beds, or small spaces. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Beachside Eatery & Boutique 🏖️

There’s something about a beach day that feels even better when there’s good food, great people, and a little creativity mixed in.

That’s the idea behind Third Culture Club, a new snack bar and boutique opening at Orient Beach State Park this summer. The new spot is serving globally inspired coastal bites, craft beverages, local art, and a welcoming atmosphere built around the idea that every culture can pull up a chair.

This isn’t just another place to grab a snack between swims. Third Culture Club is planning art workshops, live music, creative programming, and community events designed to make the beach feel like more than just a destination.

Their soft opening is set for Friday, June 5, offering locals and summer visitors a first look at what’s shaping up to be one of the most unique additions to Orient Beach State Park this season.

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

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Saturday

Sunday

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

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