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🐝 Summer Sweepstakes

🐝 Summer Sweepstakes

Massive Hedge Maze, Water Alert, Self Guided Tour

Thomas Loncar
July 15, 2026

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Good Morning, North Fork! Every summer evening feels like it should last a little longer.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Massive Hedge Maze
Water Alert
Self Guided Tour

Ready, Set, Go!

P.S. Happy Birthday to Elyssa Millard! 🎂

The Lowdown

Massive Hedge Maze 🌲

This fall, Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm in Mattituck is adding a new attraction to its lineup: what’s believed to be the largest evergreen hedge maze in the continental United States.

The 2.3 acre maze is made entirely of arborvitae hedges and has been in the works for years.

Unlike many mazes, this one was designed with accessibility in mind. The pathways are wide enough for golf carts and wheelchairs, and the center features a gathering space with a large brick fireplace that can host special events.

The maze officially opens September 26 alongside Shamrock’s pumpkin patch, mini train rides, and fall festivities.

At 2.3 acres, the maze is believed to be second in size nationally only to Hawaii’s famous Dole Plantation maze, giving Mattituck a pretty unique claim to fame.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Water Alert 💧

The Suffolk County Water Authority has issued a Stage 1 water alert for Southold, Shelter Island, Southampton, and East Hampton as the region deals with moderate drought conditions.

Under the alert, residents are being asked to avoid watering lawns unless necessary. Those who do water must follow an odd/even schedule: odd numbered addresses on odd numbered days, even numbered addresses on even numbered days.

The move comes after SCWA set a June pumpage record, pulling more than 11 billion gallons of water from the system while nearly reaching an all time peak demand rate. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Self Guided Tour 🥂

Sparkling Pointe is giving visitors a closer look at the vineyard with a new self guided walking tour that turns a wine tasting into a behind the scenes experience.

The free tour will take guests through the Southold property with six to seven marked stops highlighting the grape varieties grown on site, sustainable farming practices, and the journey from vineyard to bottle. Visitors will access the experience through a QR code and follow along with videos narrated by winemaker Andrew Rockwell.

Inspired in part by self guided experiences at West Coast wineries, the new format lets visitors explore at their own pace while learning more about what’s in their glass.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

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Animal of The Week

Meet Mr. Hot Dog 🐾

Meet Mr. Hot Dog, a happy go lucky pup who approaches life with enthusiasm, curiosity, and the firm belief that every person he meets is a potential new best friend.

This charming guy is the perfect mix of playful and easygoing. He loves exploring his surroundings, keeping an eye on neighborhood happenings, and making himself part of whatever is going on. Mister Hot Dog has a way of making every day a little brighter. He's housebroken, sleeps soundly through the night, and adapts quickly to new routines and environments.

Mister Hot Dog is also the kind of dog who takes life in stride. While fireworks might earn a few barks of protest, everyday noises and even thunderstorms don't seem to faze him. He's smart, eager to learn, and quickly picks up on what's expected of him. Most importantly, he genuinely enjoys being around people and thrives on companionship.

If you're looking for a dog with a joyful spirit, a loving personality, and an uncanny ability to fit right into family life, Mister Hot Dog may be your guy.

Questions? Call North Fork Animal Welfare League at 631-765-1811

If you are interested in volunteering and helping animals like Mr. Hot Dog, contact Laura at [email protected]

Trivia Time 🧠

Your brain deserves more than scrolling and skimming. Each week we’ll hit you with one question designed to make you pause, scratch your head, and maybe argue with whoever’s sitting next to you. Think of it as a quick mental pit stop: a chance to flex your random knowledge, test your memory, or finally use that obscure fact you learned in 7th grade.

Just click one of the multiple choice answers to see if you got it right!

Find more info on the answer at the very end of the newsletter

What was the first toy ever advertised on television?

Last Week’s Results

Last week we asked: President Abraham Lincoln’s famous Gettysburg Address in 1863, during the height of the Civil War, begins, “Four score and seven years ago …” How long is a score?

Answer: 20

57% of you got it right. Your knowledge of 19th century vocabulary remains oddly useful.

Local Spotlight

Summer Sweepstakes 💵

The Southold Historical Museum is holding its Summer Sweepstakes, giving community members the chance to support the museum while taking a shot at winning prizes, and tickets can be purchased online.

For every 100 tickets sold, one winner will be selected, giving participants multiple chances to walk away with a prize while supporting one of the organizations dedicated to preserving Southold's local history.

The excitement wraps up on Friday, September 4, during a Bingo Night at the Southold Town Recreation Center, where the winning tickets will be drawn and announced.

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Extra Honey

Let’s Mahj!

NoFo Mahj Club is a Mahjong community of women offering both lesson and open play events to venues across the North Fork!

These Mahjong events are fun, social gatherings for beginners and experienced players. All levels are welcome! Whether you come with friends or arrive solo and meet new ones, these events are a great way to learn the game and connect with other ladies on the North Fork. Great for both social and networking opportunity!

The upcoming schedule includes:
🀄 Lessons & Open Play - Saturday, 7/18 – The Menhaden
🀄 Open Play - Tuesday, 7/21 – Braun Seafood
🀄 Lessons & Open Play - Tuesday, 7/21 - North Fork Resort

Space is limited for each event, so be sure to reserve your spot before they're full.

Follow @nofomahj on Instagram to stay up to date on upcoming events. Registration links can be found in their bio. *

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Tom Loncar- Publisher
Nicole Loncar- Editor + Partnerships

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