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Parking Push Back, Books & Wine, Peconic Landing CEO Honored

Thomas Loncar
June 23, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! Tuesdays are like a Costco trip: Productive, practical, and somehow longer than expected.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Parking Push Back
Books & Wine
Peconic Landing CEO Honored

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The Lowdown

Parking Push Back 🚗

Greenport officials are looking at possible parking passes for village residents and downtown employees after pushback over the village’s expanded paid parking program.

At a meeting Thursday, trustees discussed several potential changes, including resident permits, employee passes, adjusted enforcement hours, and even the possibility of free short term parking for quick coffee runs or takeout pickups.

One of the biggest complaints? Residents paying the same $3.50 per hour rate as visitors to park near their own homes.

Tthe village still hasn’t hired the two part time parking enforcement officers approved in this year’s budget. For now, Southold Town police are handling enforcement while village officials continue interviewing candidates.

Village leaders say the goal of paid parking is to improve turnover in busy areas, ease congestion during peak season, and create a funding source for future road and sidewalk projects. Some business owners, however, worry higher parking costs could discourage shoppers and future business investment downtown. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Books & Wine 📚

A traditional book club meets in a living room. Wine ‘Round the North Fork meets at vineyards.

Launched earlier this year by Jocelyn Maningo Kaleita, owner of A Book Place in Riverhead, the monthly series pairs bestselling authors, lively book discussions, and wine tastings into one afternoon.

The latest gathering brought readers to Raphael Vineyards, where author Christina Baker Kline discussed her new novel The Foursome alongside fellow author John Searles. Guests enjoyed a wine flight, light bites, a Q&A, and plenty of conversation that went well beyond the pages of the book.

Next up: John Searles discussing his latest novel Single Girls at Raphael Vineyards on July 19.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Peconic Landing CEO Honored 🏆

Peconic Landing President and CEO Robert Syron just added another accolade to what has already been a standout year.

LeadingAge New York, which represents hundreds of aging services providers across the state, awarded Syron its highest honor: the Lawrence E. Larson Memorial Award of Honor. The recognition celebrates leaders who have made lasting contributions to aging services through vision, leadership, and service.

Syron has led Peconic Landing since 2003, helping transform the Greenport community into one of the nation’s most respected senior living organizations. During his tenure, Peconic Landing expanded healthcare offerings, launched its Center for Well Being partnership with Stony Brook Medicine, and earned national recognition for wellness and healthcare excellence.

The award follows another major recognition earlier this year, when Syron was named one of the top five wellness executives in North America.

Get the full story 👉 North Fork Sun

Recipe for Success 🍽️

If you've ever felt unusually welcomed at aMano, A Lure, or Southold Social, that's no accident.

A new profile takes a closer look at restaurateur Adam Lovett, the man behind several of the North Fork's most popular dining destinations, and reveals that his greatest strength may not be what's coming out of the kitchen.

Lovett's path to restaurant ownership started young, washing dishes and bussing tables in Queens before working his way through fine dining restaurants, wine sales, and management positions. Along the way, he picked up lessons on hospitality, leadership, and, perhaps most importantly, how to make people feel at home.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🎨 Buoys for the Bays Art meets marine conservation at Borghese Vineyard on Thursday, July 2, where participants will transform reclaimed fishing buoys into colorful works of art as part of Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program’s Buoys for the Bays initiative. The finished pieces will be displayed in the vineyard’s gallery before being auctioned to support local marine education and conservation efforts. More Info

🎉 Garden Party Summer starts to settle in at Meadowlark North Fork on Friday, July 3, with a garden party celebrating the season opening and the debut of newly released Meadowlark wines. Enjoy food from The Treatery, Braun's Seafood, and The Catered Fork. More Info

🇺🇸 4th of July Parade Red, white, and blue take over Main Road on Saturday, July 4, as the Southold Village Merchants and Southold American Legion host a patriotic parade celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Marching groups, community organizations, festive floats, and plenty of hometown spirit lining the streets of Southold. More Info

🇺🇸 Heritage Day A beloved Orient tradition returns on Sunday, July 5, as Heritage Day marks America’s 250th birthday with a parade down Village Lane, patriotic music, and a community reading of the Declaration of Independence. The celebration continues in Poquatuck Park with hot dogs, sweets, kids' games, and live music. More Info

😂 Improv Comedy Workshop Quick thinking, big laughs, and a little creative chaos are on the agenda at the North Fork Arts Center, where comedian and screenwriter Katy Berry leads a weeklong improv workshop for ages 11–15. Running July 6–10, the program helps young performers build confidence, sharpen storytelling skills, and discover how much fun can come from making it up as they go. More Info

🎶 Songwriting 101 Future hitmakers get a chance to find their voice at Veme Studios, where Julia King leads a hands-on songwriting class for ages 10–16 running from July 6–8. Through games, listening sessions, and creative exercises, students will learn how to turn ideas, emotions, and everyday stories into original songs while exploring lyrics, melody, and song structure along the way. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Learn to Line Dance 🤠

A lot of people say they want to learn line dancing, but most never make it past saying it. This summer, Tuesday nights at SALT might be the perfect excuse to finally give it a shot.

Starting Tuesday, June 30, Blue Collar Ballroom is bringing free Country Line Dance Lessons to The Shipwreck Bar at SALT, turning an ordinary weeknight into something a little more fun. No experience is required, which means beginners can leave the nerves at home and simply show up ready to move.

The weekly classes offer a chance to learn a few new steps, meet some new faces, and enjoy a different kind of summer night out.

The first lesson kicks off Tuesday, June 30 at 6 p.m., with classes continuing every Tuesday throughout the summer.

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