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Good Morning, North Fork! Memorial Day has become known for cookouts and the unofficial start of summer, but its meaning has always been much deeper. It’s a moment to pause and remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to this country. The beach days, barbecues, and time with family all exist because of sacrifices that deserve to be remembered.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Patriot Award

• Eagle Rescue

• Party Animal’s New Home

Ready, Set, Go!

P.S. Happy Birthday to Jeanmarie DiNoto! 🎂 

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Sunset Hours at Little Fish 🌅

Memorial Day Weekend has a way of reminding everyone the same thing: summer is officially starting to creep in.

The sunsets stretch a little longer, dinner somehow turns into another round, and suddenly everyone’s looking for a table outside.

At Little Fish, that means beachside season is fully on.

The outdoor tables are back in rhythm, and live music drifts through the evening air.

And honestly? The Frito Misto della Casa feels made for exactly this kind of setting, crispy seafood, a cold drink, a saltwater breeze, and a sunset that really completes the picture.

Little Fish is now:

• Open for Dinner 7 Days a Week (5–9 PM)

• Lunch + Brunch Weekends (12–3 PM) featuring a full lunch menu alongside signature brunch favorites

Live music this week:
- Friday: Rob Europe 6-9 PM
- Saturday: Frank Palmeri 6-9 PM

Reservations are live at littlefishnofo.com or by calling (631) 765-8756 

See you at the beach!

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The Lowdown

Patriot Award 🇺🇸

At Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, supporting employees who serve in the military is part of the culture.

Vice President of Nursing Operations Carrie Grattan was recently presented with the Patriot Award from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program for her support of Guard and Reserve members working at the hospital.

The recognition came during a ceremony led by retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant Joseph Kruk, who highlighted Grattan’s leadership and willingness to accommodate military schedules, deployments and training commitments.

The nomination came from ICU Nursing Director David Agbara, who currently serves in the United States Air Force Reserve and was unable to attend because of military activation.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

Eagle Rescue 🦅

A male bald eagle was spotted hopping through yards in Mattituck Thursday morning, unable to properly fly. Southold Town Police officers Christopher Salmon and Darren Hinderliter quickly realized the federally protected bird was injured after it repeatedly tried and failed to take off.

Soon, what started as a routine animal call turned into a full community operation.

Wildlife experts Jennifer Murray of Turtleback Conservation Center and Heidi Lopez joined the rescue effort, carefully corralling the eagle through brambles and backyards.

After finally securing the bird with a blanket and makeshift crate built from a plastic bin and car floor mat, volunteers transported the eagle to Sweetbriar Nature Center for treatment.

Rescuers realized the eagle had a mate and two eaglets waiting back at the nest for dinner. Wildlife officials suggested feeding them dead rats temporarily, but since nobody happened to have spare rats in their pockets, Jennifer Murray pivoted to a more local solution: fish.

A quick phone call to Braun Seafood Co. resulted in six donated flounder fillets, which the Mattituck Fire Department attempted to deliver to the nest using a ladder truck.

Meanwhile, the eagle recovered surprisingly quickly at the rehab center and was returned to Mattituck that same evening. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Party Animal’s New Home 🎈

There’s now one more reason to stop on Love Lane. Party Animal, the colorful North Fork party supply shop founded by Amanda Giuliano and Katherine Laureano-Cilio, has officially relocated from Feather Hill in Southold to a new storefront in the heart of Mattituck.

The new shop opened on Friday, bringing balloons, themed décor and enough party supplies to survive an entire elementary school birthday season.

Inspired by the founders’ backgrounds in interior design, including Giuliano’s work as principal designer at Nicolette’s for the Home, the store was created to solve the problem of having to leave the North Fork for decent party supplies.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

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Happenings: This Week

Monday

🍾 Fizz & Fry Kick Off Summer Mondays were practically invented for crispy seafood and sparkling wine anyway. Sparkling Pointe launches its Fizz & Fry series with fried seafood, fried chicken, rotating specials, and bubbles flowing all the way through Labor Day. More Info

Tuesday

📚 Nameless Writers Salon #15 Head over to Sound View, the Nameless Writers Salon dives into “Becoming,” an evening of literary conversation exploring identity through social thrillers, family legacies, myth, and reinvention. More Info

🥘 Paella & Tapas Night Weeknight dinners start feeling pretty uninspired once you’ve stared into the fridge long enough. Flavor Fork turns the kitchen into a full on Spanish dinner party with a hands on cooking class featuring spring tapas, and a show stopping paella. More Info

Thursday

🍖 Bourbon & BBQ Night The smell alone is probably going to stop people in their tracks. Tuckers Taproom puts together a BBQ feast paired with bourbons from Heaven Hill Distillery. Smoky meats, and good pours, without anyone having to clean the grill after. More Info

🇫🇷 French Coastal Supper Suddenly everyone wants to move to the South of France after one good meal and a glass of wine. Flavor Fork hosts a hands on French Coastal Supper class inspired by the rustic elegance of seaside France, with simple techniques, layered flavors, and dishes that look wildly impressive without requiring a culinary degree. More Info

🎬 Screenings + Talk Back Independent cinema gets the spotlight at the North Fork Arts Center with screenings of the feature film Blue Sun Palace and animated short Drago. Presented with the Uncommon Artist Residency at Sound View Greenport, the evening also includes a director talkback for a closer look behind the screen. More Info

🐢 Turtles of Long Island A crash course in local wildlife, the Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons is bringing some of its rescued turtles to the Mattituck Laurel Library for an interactive look at the species living right here on Long Island, the challenges they face, and how small changes can help protect them. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Wood Fyred Fridays 🔥

Every Friday from June 5 through September 25, 8 Hands Farm is teaming up with Fyr & Salt for Wood Fyred Fridays, a weekly farm dinner setup built around seasonal plates, shareable dishes, and wood fired pizzettes.

The menu will change week to week depending on what’s coming in from 8 Hands Farm and other local vendors, which means peak season ingredients, straight from the source.

It’s first come, first served, with no reservations and no substitutions, just grab a seat on the farm, settle in, and let dinner do its thing. Perfect for food lovers, farm fans, and anyone who thinks summer tastes better with a little char on the crust.

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Monday

North Fork Roasting Co | Sam & Tom | 10 AM-2 PM
Raphael | Danny Casey | 1-4 PM
Pindar | Ed Travers | 1-5 PM
Claudio’s | Hi Def | 1:30-5:30 PM
PORT | Foster Europe Band | 2 PM
Peconic Bay Vineyards | McMullen Trio | 2-5 PM
Jamesport Farm Brewery | Taylor Thomas Lane | 2-5 PM
Billy’s by the Bay | Sitting Ducks | 3-6 PM
Windamere | Easy Street | 5-8 PM
The Watershed | TBA | 6-9 PM
Minnow at the Galley Ho | Jon Divello | TBA
Ram’s Head | Bingo | 6 PM
Low Tide Bar | Jeff LeBlanc | 6:30-9 PM

Tuesday

First & South | The Libations | 5-8 PM
Eastern Front Brewing | Trivia with Emily | 6 PM
The Halyard | Rachelle Rossi | 6-8:30 PM

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