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Good Morning, North Fork! It’s Friday, the only thing scheduled for tonight should be fun.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Enclaves Gets Another Extension

• Honoring Dr. King

• The Book Cottage Is Back

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The Lowdown

Enclaves Gets Another Extension 🏨

The long delayed Enclaves Hotel project just received yet another six month extension from the Southold Town Planning Board, pushing its approval deadline to mid-July.

The $43.9 million plan, first introduced nearly a decade ago, calls for a 44-unit, two-story hotel with detached cottages, an event space, personal services areas, a pool, and 160 parking spaces. The proposal also includes converting an existing house into a 74-seat restaurant.

Originally drafted in 2016 and conditionally approved in 2023, Enclaves has faced years of delays, revisions, and community concern over traffic, noise, and environmental impacts.

The developer says the hotel would help meet ongoing demand for North Fork lodging, with construction expected to take 18–24 months once shovels hit the ground. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Honoring Dr. King ❤️

The Southold Town Anti-Bias Task Force is inviting the community to come together for its 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Celebration on Sunday, Jan. 18, from 4–6 PM at the Southold Recreation Center.

This year’s theme “Mission Possible 2: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Nonviolent Way” centers on Dr. King’s enduring vision of Kingian Nonviolence and the creation of a beloved community rooted in justice, compassion, and shared responsibility.

The program will feature a keynote address from Rev. Tykym Stallings of Greater Hood Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, along with the presentation of awards to winners of Southold Schools’ MLK essay and poster contest.

Get the full story 👉 Patch

Top Stories From The Week 📖

🚢 Peconic Star Returns Just four months after announcing it was “out of business” the beloved Greenport party boat is prepping to hit the water again, with a planned return date of May 1, 2026. ($)

☕️ A New Chapter is Brewing After five years as a beloved Einstein Square gathering spot, Southold General is turning the page and welcoming new management, enter Stone Street Coffee.

🐓 Clucking Controversy Poultry isn’t exactly new to Southold, but a proposed chicken farm on Ackerly Pond Lane is proving that not all eggs come without drama.

🏠 Big House Law Gets a Trim This week, the Town Board unanimously approved a small but meaningful tweak to the 2022 “big house law” snipping out a rule that had homeowners, architects, and zoning officials alike scratching their heads.

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Local Spotlight

The Book Cottage Is Back 📚

Clear some space on your nightstand. The Southold Library Book Cottage, run by the Friends of the Southold Free Library, is officially reopening for the 2026 season this Saturday, Jan. 17.

Tucked behind the library and packed with gently loved books, the Book Cottage is the kind of place where you pop in “just to look” and leave with a small stack and a smile. Every purchase supports library programs and services.

New year, same hours:
-Saturdays: 10 AM – 3 PM
-Wednesdays: 11 AM – 3 PM

Whether you’re hunting for your next great read or just craving a quiet browse, the Book Cottage is back!

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Foodie Friday 🍽

For this week’s Foodie Friday, we’re spotlighting some of our favorite North Fork (and nearby) spots that keep the good eats going all winter long. Just because it’s the off-season doesn’t mean you have to hibernate.

Wayside Market 🥩

Big news: Wayside is staying open through the winter this year, which means their delicious offerings are available all year long. They’re open Thursday–Saturday, but don’t sleep on what’s happening the other days of the week. They’ve got some fun things planned for their “off” days, so subscribing to their newsletter is the best way to stay in the know.

18 Bay 🍝

Freshly settled into their new Jamesport location, 18 Bay is officially a year-round favorite. They’ll be open Thursday–Monday, serving up the thoughtful, seasonal dishes we all love. A perfect spot for a cozy winter meal that still feels special.

Love Lane Kitchen 🍔

A true North Fork classic. Love Lane Kitchen serves breakfast and lunch every day, plus dinner Friday–Monday. It’s comfort food season, and they do it best. Don’t miss:

-Saucy Sundays
-Monday Night Burger + Beer

aMano 🍝

A local staple since 2008 and a winter dining MVP. Open six days a week (closed Tuesdays) with something special happening almost every day:

-Happy Hour every day
-Wednesday Martini Madness
-Pasta Night every Thursday
-Prix Fixe Mondays & Wednesdays
-Sunday Funday with $10 apps
-Weekend Wine Down: half priced bottles all night Sunday

At this point, the hardest decision is choosing which night to go.

The Watershed 🍔

Open six days a week (closed Wednesdays) and always reliable for great food and atmosphere. Mondays are the move thanks to their Monday Night Burger Special.

Aldo’s Coffee ☕️

Your winter coffee stop just got even better. Aldo’s offers freshly roasted coffee and house made biscotti, and teaming up with Flavor Fork for grab and go bites that pair perfectly with whatever’s in your cup. Whether it’s a quick morning stop or a cozy midday caffeine break, Aldo’s has you covered.

Léon 1909 (Shelter Island) 🍷

Open Friday–Sunday through the winter, Léon 1909 is well worth the short trip. Set inside a beautifully restored historic building, this French inspired bistro serves up refined, seasonal dishes in a warm, intimate space. Elevated comfort food, excellent wine, and a dining experience that feels like a mini getaway.

Winter dining on the North Fork is alive and well, and these spots prove it. Save this list, make your reservations, and keep supporting the places that keep our community delicious all year long.

Where’s your favorite winter dining spot? Email us at [email protected]. We want to hear from you

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Live Music Breakdown

Friday

Corey Creek | Como Brothers | 4-8 PM
Suhru & Lieb | Cassandra House | 5-7 PM
Main & Mill | Catie Egan | 5-7 PM
Touch of Venice | TBA | 6-9 PM
One Woman Winery | Dennis Raffelock | 6-9 PM
Southold Social | K + R Music | 6-9 PM
The Clam Bar at Alize Brewing | Erich Glaubitz | 7-10 PM
Lucharitos | Karaoke with DJ Henry Eau | 9 PM

Saturday

Bedell Cellars | Haig Mathosian | 1-5 PM
Corey Creek | Julia King | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | Paris Ray | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | Como Brothers | 1-5 PM
Clovis Point Vineyard | Mike Dorio & Tom Schaudel | 1-5:30 PM
Jamesport Farm Brewery | Tom Donovan | 2-5 PM
Rose Hill Vineyards | Catie Egan | 4-6 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Unplugged (90's & Grunge) | 4-7 PM
Hotel Moraine | Jeff LeBlanc | 5-7 PM
Eastern Front Brewing | Dead Jive | 5-8 PM
The Clam Bar at Alize Brewing | Greg Antonelli | 7-10 PM

Sunday

Bedell Cellars | Jeff LeBlanc | 1-5 PM
Corey Creek | Dinny Keg | 1-5 PM
Pindar Vineyards | Haig Mathosian | 1-5 PM
Jason’s Vineyard | Renee Deangelo | 1-5 PM
Clovis Point | TJ Brown | 1-5:30 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Who Are Those Guys | 4-7 PM

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