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Good Morning, North Fork! If Tuesdays had a mascot, it would be a sleepy golden retriever.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Long Island History Hunt

• Rental Crackdown

• Oyster Revival

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The Lowdown

The Great Long Island History Hunt 🕵

The Long Island History Hunt kicks off today (July 1) and runs through September 30. Here’s the mission, should you choose to accept it:

-Visit 12 historic sites across Long Island
-Complete a challenge + snap a selfie at each
-Win prizes

Knock out all 12 and you’ll earn the title Revolutionary Trailblazer (yes, it sounds epic because it is) and be entered to win a $500 grand prize, a colonial-style lunch at Ketcham Inn, museum memberships, and a basket of curated goodies.

It’s all sponsored by the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation and New York State Parks, because who says history can’t be fun and a little competitive?

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Southold vs Airbnb 🏡

If you’ve got a short-term rental in Southold, it might be time to read the fine print. Southold’s got about 1,500 properties on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. Together, they rake in an estimated $11 million a year, with some hosts making over $100K annually.

Town code says stays must be at least 14 nights, but only if the rental has a valid permit. Spoiler alert: many don’t. This year, Southold started using a program called Rentalscape to scan listings and tax records. The result? 400+ properties flagged for breaking the 14-night rule.

Violators will get:

1. A friendly heads-up

2. A strongly worded warning

3. A final notice before the hammer drops

If you're renting out your house for a quick weekend flip, Southold’s watching 👀. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Long Island’s Oyster Revival 🦪  

Once upon a tide, Long Island oysters were everywhere, but pollution, over harvesting, and disease wiped out the wild harvest.

Fast forward to 2024: Oyster farming is booming, and Long Island is back on the half-shell map. Last year alone, local farms harvested a record-breaking 9.4 million oysters

The secret sauce? A small army of family-run farms and the mighty Long Island Oyster Growers Association (LIOGA). Founded in 2001, this tight-knit group helps farmers navigate red tape, share oyster wisdom, and push for a bolder vision:
-100 million oysters harvested by 2035
-$177 million added to the local economy 

Farms like Peconic Gold, North Fork Big Oyster, Montauk Oyster Company, and Hampton Oyster Co. aren’t just selling shellfish. They’re cleaning the bays, reviving marine life, and doing it all with zero feed, water, or fertilizer. Just sunlight, tides, and a lot of love.

Fun fact: One oyster filters 50 gallons of water a day. That’s some next-level Brita energy.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

When Celebration Meets Activism 🎉

Greenport’s second annual Juneteenth celebration wasn’t just a vibe, it was a movement. Led by a crew of incredible teens, the day’s theme “Having Their Say: What Freedom, Equality, and Justice Means to Them” put young voices front and center.

Shoutout to Greenport High’s Faith Welch, who’s a Princeton Prize winner and organizer of the national youth chapter of Coming to the Table. She didn’t just help plan the day, she stood tall in front of her community and shared a story of racial profiling.

But make no mistake, this day was also full of joy.

There were Afro-Brazilian drummers, dancers from Jackson’s Dance, spoken word, and a spine-tingling rendition of Lift Every Voice and Sing by Juilliard cellist Jon Luc Jobson.

The North Fork Arts Center also unveiled a community quilt stitched with 70 stories.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🎉 Mattituck Street Fair Now in its 47th year, the beloved Mattituck Street Fair is back on Saturday, July 12. Join the community for a day filled with delicious food, live music, and one-of-a-kind arts and crafts from talented local vendors. And don’t miss the Little Miss & Mister Mattituck contest. More Info

🍗 Chicken BBQ Old Steeple Church’s Chicken BBQ is set for Saturday, July 12. This take-out-only bbq is serving up a serious summer spread: juicy BBQ chicken, potato, coleslaw, corn on the cob, a roll, and of course, dessert. Pickup runs from 4-6 PM, so swing by, grab your dinner, and head home a hero. Tickets are just $25 if you snag them by July 5. Procrastinators pay $30 between July 6-12. More Info

🎭 Othello Comes to Southold Northeast Stage is bringing the drama, literally. On Tuesday, July 15, they’re performing Shakespeare’s Othello at CAST in Southold, and it’s serving betrayal, jealousy, and some of the Bard’s juiciest lines. This is a one night only show, so don’t miss your chance to catch the timeless tragedy. More Info

🔥 Supper on the Farm On Thursday, July 17, join Fyr & Salt at 8 Hands Farm for an unforgettable farm-to-fire feast under the summer sky.

The menu: Pork souvlaki, sourdough pita, roasted & pickled farm veggies, local tomato-cucumber salad, and wood-roasted garlic herb potatoes, all cooked over an open flame and shared at long tables with friends, family, and farm vibes. More Info

🎨 Buoys for the Bay Head over to Borghese Vineyard for the Buoys for the Bay Opening Celebration + Auction on Thursday, July 17. Local artists have transformed humble buoys into stunning one-of-a-kind pieces, and now it’s your chance to take one home. Sip wine, mingle, and bid high to support the health of our beautiful bay. More Info

🎸 Youth on Stage Get ready to rock! Youth on Stage kicks off their production of School of Rock on Thursday, July 17 at the North Fork Community Theater. Packed with high-energy music, laughs, and heart, this show is a must-see for the whole family. More Info

🌺 Luau BBQ Get your aloha on at Clovis Point Vineyard’s Luau BBQ on Sunday, July 20. Teaming up with Ammirati’s of Love Lane, they’re serving up pulled pork, ribs, shrimp, chicken and veggie kebabs, plus fresh salads. Tickets include your BBQ feast and a complimentary glass of wine. Advance purchase required. More Info

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Tuesday

First and South | Helen Hooke & Gene Casey | 6-9 PM
Sound View Piano Bar | Rob Europe | 6-8:30 PM
Townsend Manor | Rick Rempe | 6-9 PM

Wednesday

Bedell Cellars | Bryan Gallo | 4-8 PM
Minnow | Rob Europe | 5-8 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Music Bingo | 6-8 PM
Meat’s Meat BBQ | Singo | 6-8 PM
Alize Brewing Co | Trivia | 6:30 PM
Little Fish | Taylor Thomas Lane | 6-9 PM
Sound View Piano Bar | Karaoke | 7-10 PM
Silversmith’s Corner | Fiddlers Green | 7:30-9 PM

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