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Amalfi Closes, Third Street Tournament, The Mudflats

Thomas Loncar
July 17, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! The most productive part of Friday is usually talking about not working.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Amalfi Closes
Third Street Tournament
The Mudflats

Ready, Set, Go!

P.S. Mother Nature remains undefeated. Due to the high probability of lightning in Saturday's forecast, the Orient Harbor Fireworks have been canceled.

The Lowdown

Amalfi Closes 👋

One week after opening at Claudio’s waterfront property in Greenport, Amalfi has already wrapped up its run.

The Hampton Bays based Italian restaurant announced that its “holiday pop up” at Claudio’s is ending, despite earlier plans that suggested the concept could remain through the summer and possibly beyond.

According to a statement, Amalfi owner Sal Biundo and Claudio’s ownership ultimately decided to keep the partnership short term. The waterfront space will now shift its focus toward private events and catering.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

Third Street Tournament 🏀

The Greenport Summer Basketball Tournament returns to the Third Street court on July 25, continuing a tradition that has grown from about 40 participants in its first year to well over 100 players today.

The tournament was revived by Greenport native Candace Hall, who wanted to bring back the neighborhood basketball culture she remembers from the early 1990s.

The event is organized by NoFo Kid Connect, which became a nonprofit in 2024 and relies on community donations to cover tournament costs. This year’s games run from noon to 6 PM for players ages 4 to 18, with dance performances, food, music, and plenty of hometown bragging rights mixed in. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

The Mudflats 🎻

The Mudflats may be rooted in old time American music, but they’re making it feel distinctly North Fork.

The Orient based string band, made up of veteran musicians from across the East End, has quietly become one of the area’s most beloved live acts. What started as a pandemic-era “pod” playing socially distanced rehearsals in a backyard has grown into a busy performance schedule.

The group’s sound blends Appalachian fiddle tunes, bluegrass, folk, country, blues, jazz and rock, powered by twin fiddles, guitars, banjo, mandolin, upright bass and drums. But what really sets them apart is their habit of reshaping traditional songs through a North Fork lens.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

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Foodie Friday 🍽

National Ice Cream Day 🍦

Nobody has ever regretted stopping for ice cream on a summer afternoon.

Maybe it's the cone. Maybe it's the excuse to slow down for a few minutes. Or maybe it's because ice cream somehow makes every day feel a little more like vacation.

There's just something about a summer ice cream run. The anticipation while you're waiting in line. The impossible task of choosing between your usual favorite and a flavor you've never tried before.

With National Ice Cream Day arriving this Sunday, we thought it was the perfect excuse to celebrate a few North Fork favorites that have mastered the art of making every cone, cup, shake and sundae feel like a special occasion.

🍦Magic Fountain

No North Fork summer is complete without at least one trip to Magic Fountain. Whether you're sticking with your go to order or trying one of their creative homemade flavors, it's the kind of place that brings back childhood memories with every scoop.

🍦 The Creamery

If you're in Greenport, a stop at The Creamery is almost mandatory. Their homemade ice cream is made in small batches and features a mix of classic favorites and seasonal flavors, making it the perfect treat after a day of shopping or strolling the village

🍦8 Hands Farm

For something a little different, head to 8 Hands Farm for their rich, farm fresh frozen custard made with eggs from the farm. They also serve homemade sorbet made with seasonal fruit, and this weekend's lineup of vanilla frozen custard and peach herb sorbet has us planning a stop of our own.

🍦Mister Softee

Looking for a frozen treat without leaving the house? Mister Softee is quickly becoming our toddler's favorite person, and we've already texted the truck more times than we'd like to admit this summer. The North Fork's Mister Softee trucks are making the rounds all season long, bringing soft serve, shakes, sundaes, and plenty of smiles right to your neighborhood. Fair warning: once your kids hear the music, there's no pretending you don't.

🍦 Country Corner Cafe

Country Corner Café isn't just a go to for breakfast and lunch. It also happens to be one of our favorite spots to grab an ice cream cone in the summer. They scoop Hershey's Ice Cream in a variety of classic flavors, making it the perfect stop after a day at the beach or anytime you're craving something sweet.

🍦1943 Pizza Bar

You probably know 1943 Pizza Bar and Brix & Rye for their incredible pizza and cocktails, but don't sleep on dessert. Their homemade ice cream sandwiches, made with freshly baked cookies and generous scoops of ice cream, have become a best kept sweet secrets.

Where is your go to spot for ice cream and what’s your go to flavor?: Email us at [email protected] and tell us all about it.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They’re just fun things you need to know. I’ll always let you know when something is sponsored

🍽 Foodie Friday Wants Your Recommendations

Had an incredible meal on the North Fork recently? Don't gatekeep it.

Maybe it was a standout lobster roll, an unforgettable dessert, a hidden gem, or a dish you're still thinking about days later. Whatever it was, we want to hear about it. Send us a quick blurb about your experience, what you ordered, and why it's worth trying. Your recommendation could be featured in an upcoming Foodie Friday edition of North Fork Buzz.

Share the good stuff and help fellow food lovers in the Buzz fam discover their next great meal!

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Tom Loncar- Publisher
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