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In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Brain Gains

• Watching the Clock

• Sea Shanties

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The Lowdown

Brain Gains 🧠

Peconic Landing in Greenport is looking to give residents something new to exercise: their brains.

Executives from Japan’s Kumon Institute recently visited the retirement community to discuss a new cognitive wellness program designed to help older adults stay mentally sharp as they age.

The program combines simple math, reading aloud, memory games, and a high tech headband called “Thinkie” that measures brain activity.

Peconic Landing is already introducing SMARTfit, an interactive system that combines physical movement with mental challenges. Plans are also underway for a larger fitness center and a dedicated brain fitness space over the next few years.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

Watching the Clock ⏱️

Southold Town Board meetings could soon come with a five minute countdown for residents who want to speak their minds.

Town officials are considering a five minute limit on public comments, hoping to give more residents a chance to be heard rather than letting a handful of speakers dominate the microphone.

Supervisor Al Krupski says he's noticed people leave meetings or drop off Zoom before getting their turn. But not everyone is sold on the idea. Some residents argue that a stopwatch shouldn't determine how long someone gets to address their local government. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Sea Shanties 🎶

On Sunday, October 25, more than 30 cadets will take the stage at Horton Point Lighthouse in Southold for a free outdoor concert featuring sea shanties, folk songs, patriotic anthems, and maritime classics.

The performance runs from 1 to 2:30 PM, with the historic 1857 lighthouse and Long Island Sound providing a pretty spectacular backdrop.

The concert will also honor the late Ray Nofi, a Southold Historical Museum volunteer whose idea helped bring the performance to life.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Picasso of Plywood 🎨

One man's scrap plywood is another man's masterpiece. Just ask Southold artist Ted Thirlby.

The former contractor has spent more than a decade turning weathered, beat up plywood into works of art. His latest exhibition, “Atunements,” opens Saturday, October 24, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Greenport.

Using reclaimed wood, geometric shapes, and shimmering iridescent paints, Thirlby transforms construction leftovers into colorful pieces inspired by nature, astronomy, and the passage of time.

Some of the wood even comes from local tree crews, who use plywood to protect lawns from heavy machinery before tossing it aside.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

🍽️ Supper Series 13 Chef Adam is bringing back the Grace & Grit Supper Series, transforming the storefront into an intimate dine in restaurant for two nights only. More Info

👻 Costume Party Time to dust off the wigs, break out the face paint, and put those costume ideas to the test. Island's End Bar & Grill is getting into the spooky spirit with its 3rd Annual Halloween Costume Party. More Info

📸 Open House Celebration A little art, and a little celebration, Landfall Studios is opening its doors for a special open house celebration, giving guests a chance to explore the space and get first dibs on holiday card photo mini sessions and upcoming art workshops before registration opens to the public. More Info

Saturday

🍬 Autumn Stroll A sweet new addition to the neighborhood deserves a little celebration. Settlers Sweets and Games is celebrating its grand opening with an Autumn Stroll, featuring an afternoon of local vendors, games, candy, snacks, and plenty of fall treats. More Info

👻 Paranormal Investigation Head to the historic Village Green in Cutchogue for an evening with Long Island Paranormal Investigators, exploring local history, mysterious happenings, and the possibility of things that go bump in the night. More Info

🌽 Bluegrass & Sweet Corn Head to CAST for a laid back gathering featuring live bluegrass music from Astrograss and freshly roasted sweet corn. More Info

👻 Southold Annual Halloween Parade The streets of Southold are about to get a whole lot spookier. The annual Halloween Parade brings out little ghosts, goblins, superheroes, and princesses for a festive march through town. The costumed procession kicks off at the Southold Firehouse and makes its way to Southold Elementary School. More Info

🍽️ Havens Harvest The Shelter Island History Museum is hosting Havens Harvest, featuring smoked brisket, bass sliders, roasted shellfish, and seasonal vegetables alongside local wines, beer, and cider. The Peconic Bay Ramblers will provide live music, with a raffle and silent auction adding to the festivities. More Info

🎣 Blackfish Tournament A little friendly competition on the water, followed by a well earned feast on land. Billy's by the Bay is hosting its 7th Annual Blackfish Tournament, kicking off with a captain's meeting on Friday before anglers hit the water on Saturday. Once the fishing wraps up, it's time to trade rods for plates for an Oktoberfest buffet. More Info

🔧 Repair Café Before tossing that broken lamp, wobbly bike, or busted backpack, give it one more chance. The Repair Café at the George Young Community Center in Jamesport is bringing people together to fix everyday items. More Info

📸 IMPACT A picture is worth a thousand words, and this exhibit has 100 stories to tell. The North Fork Arts Center is hosting the opening reception for IMPACT, a photography exhibition showcasing 100 images captured by talented photographers from across the East End. More Info

🍷 Cocktails & Costumes Turns out dressing up for Halloween can save you a few bucks. Tulio's Wine Bar is celebrating spooky season with Cocktails & Costumes, offering 50% off cocktails and glasses of wine for those who show up in costume. More Info

📖 Poetry Reading Acclaimed poet Robin Becker, considered by many to be one of the foremost feminist poets of her generation, will share selections from her work during a special poetry reading followed by a Q&A at the Old Point Schoolhouse. More Info

🛍️ Craft Fair The Southold Historical Museum's Autumn Antiques, Fine Art & Crafts Fair brings together talented vendors offering everything from fine art and pottery to photography, handmade crafts, antiques, and one of a kind treasures. More Info

🎭 The Vagina Monologues Bold, funny, and unapologetically honest. The Vagina Monologues brings women's voices and experiences to the stage through a collection of powerful, thought provoking stories. Hosted at the Unitarian Universalists of Southold Meeting House. More Info

🇺🇸 Songs of Our Roots In honor of the nation's 250th anniversary, East End Jazz is bringing The Heart of America: Songs of Our Roots to the Jamesport Meeting House. This special performance celebrates the music that helped shape the American experience. More Info

🎨 Artist Talk There's more to Greenport's waterfront than meets the eye. Artist Courtney M. Leonard is heading to the East End Seaport Museum for a special discussion about her exhibition and the inspiration behind her work. More Info

Sunday

🍽️ 18 Bay's 1 Year Anniversary One year in Jamesport calls for something special on the menu. 18 Bay is celebrating its first anniversary with a curated pumpkin tasting menu for one evening only. More Info

🐶 Puppies & Pinot Pizza, puppies, and the possibility of a new best friend. Head to EV&EM for Puppies & Pinot, where you can enjoy some pizza, get a portrait of their furry family member, and maybe even head home with a new four legged companion. More Info

🍽️ McCall x Minnow Two North Fork favorites, one delicious collaboration. McCall Wines and Minnow at the Galley Ho are teaming up for their annual dining experience, featuring a curated four course menu showcasing fresh local seafood, organic McCall beef, and exceptional wines. More Info

🏃 Race for the Greenway 5K Lace up those sneakers, presented by Long Island Wine Country, the Race for the Greenway 5K brings runners and walkers to Hallock State Park for a scenic outdoor race and post race wine crawl. More Info

🍽️ Joyful Dinner Series Good food tastes even better when it brings people together. Slow Food East End is hosting the second installment of its Joyful Dinner Series at Noah's, celebrating the rich and diverse food traditions of everyday people. More Info

🎶 Intentional Listening Session Good music deserves more than just being background noise. Chronicle Wines is hosting an Intentional Listening Session with DJ Henry Eu, inviting guests to slow down, sip some wine, and give the music their full attention. More Info

⚓ Fairwinds and Idlers Concert A little seaside scenery with a patriotic soundtrack. The U.S. Coast Guard's Fairwinds and Idlers are bringing live music to Horton Point Lighthouse for a special performance. More Info

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Thursday

Hallockville Farm Museum | Old Time Jam | 5:30-8:30 PM
Island’s End | Disco Musical Bingo with Laurie | 5:30 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Trivia | 6-8 PM
Taps & Corks | Karaoke | 7-10 PM
Southold American Legion | Bingo | 7 PM

Friday

Peconic Bay Vineyards | Erin Chase | 2-5 PM
Corey Creek | Jeff LeBlanc | 4-8 PM
Main & Mill | Catie Egan | 5-7 PM
Rooted North Vineyards | Paris Ray | 5-7 PM
Island’s End | Halloween Party w/ Como Brothers | 5-8 PM
Eastern Front | Chris Mahlstedt | 5-8 PM
Billy’s by the Bay | George Barry | 5-8 PM
*One Woman Winery | Tim Siciliano Trio | 6-9 PM
Touch of Venice | Marty Attridge | 6-9 PM
Southold Social | K + R Music | 6-9 PM
Little Fish | The Earthtones | 6-9 PM
The Pridwin | Alfredo Merat | 6-9 PM
On the Docks | Ralph Tilleli | 6-9 PM
Andy’s | Bridges | 7-10 PM
Taps & Corks | Aileen & Eamonn | 7-10 PM
Clam Bar at Alize Brewing | Ed Travers | 7-10 PM
The Watershed | TBA | 7-10 PM

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