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In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Farm Fire Aftermath

• Oyster Party

• Big New Boat

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The Lowdown

Farm Fire Aftermath 🔥

A massive fire tore through Wells Farm on Nov. 12, destroying two barns, wiping out equipment and machinery, and killing nearly 20 animals. The Wells family estimates the damage at over $2 million.

Since the ashes settled, the community has shown up strong. Farmers dropped off tools. Retired growers offered their old machinery. Neighbors showed up to help clear debris. Strangers stopped by just to say, “What do you need?”

A GoFundMe to help rebuild has already raised over $13,000 toward its $22,000 goal and climbing.($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Oyster Party 🦪

So… Shellabration 2025 got cancelled, Little Creek Oyster’s Hold Fast Fund swooped in like absolute heroes to keep the good times rolling with a shiny new weekend called Raise Shell 2025.

Why the switch up? Shellabration had ballooned to 1,500 attendees last year, and it got… complicated. Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Greenport BID hit pause to rethink how to make it better for SPAT and the whole village. Raise Shell is stepping in to bridge the gap and keep the oyster magic alive, with more than 35 local restaurants and shops joining the fun.

A clickable map of all participating spots is up now on the Raise Shell website, time to start plotting your route.

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Peconic Star Fleet Eyes a Big New Boat 🚢

At Thursday’s Village Board work session, Mayor Kevin Stuessi gave an update on the future of the Peconic Star Fleet.

Arnold “Speedy” Hubert, the captain of the fleet, sold one of his boats earlier this year and just finished repairs on the other. Now he’s got his eye on a shiny new toy: An 80-foot vessel, complete with an awning and an upper deck licensed for 50 people.

The Peconic Star holds two licenses at the Railroad Dock, but each one is tied to an individual boat. Both current licenses run through May 2026, so renewing one is easy. The new boat? That needs a completely new license.

With others already eyeing that dock space the board laid down a timeline, Speedy has until March to finalize the purchase and submit everything. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Greenport Says Goodbye to Kharmah 🛍

After three decades of funky, modern women’s fashion and countless memories, Kharmah is closing its doors. Loyal shoppers have been stopping by to hug owner Linda Gerien, and tell her exactly what her shop meant to them.

Linda and her husband have been mostly Brooklyn based these last years, where her daughter Jennifer now runs Lily, a Kharmah inspired boutique.

As Linda wraps up this chapter, she’s honest about what’s changed: soaring rents, rising costs, and the tough reality that young entrepreneurs would need “a massive amount of money” to start what she did in ’95. ($)

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Happenings: This Week

Monday

💐 Holiday Centerpiece Get your Thanksgiving table looking like it walked out of a magazine. True Elizabeth Flowers is hosting a Thanksgiving Centerpiece Class at First & South in Greenport. Create your own centerpiece using a gorgeous mix of seasonal blooms, some foraged, some imported, all stunning. More Info

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

👩‍🍳 Sauce Secrets A sizzling new class at Flavor Fork on Wednesday, December 3 is putting the spotlight on the kitchen’s true secret weapons: sauces. Learn how to turn everyday ingredients into flavor-packed dishes. More Info

🍽 Supper on the Farm A dreamy winter dinner is coming to 8 Hands Farm on Saturday December 6, as Fyr & Salt hosts another round of Supper on the Farm, a family-style feast featuring: wood-roasted chicken with mushrooms, polenta, crisp garden greens, squash, and slices of sourdough making their way around the table. More Info

🍪 Cookie Decorating Get extra merry with a sugar cookie decorating session at Jamesport Farm Brewery on Sunday, December 7 with Host Hampton. Roll up your sleeves, grab the icing bags, and turn plain cookies into sugary works of art. More Info

🚶‍♀️Holiday Stroll Southold is turning on the holiday magic for its Holiday Stroll on Friday, December 12. Shops will stay open with specials, treats, and yes, there are raffle prizes up for grabs. More Info

🍽 Farewell Dinner Join Bedell Cellars for a Farewell Winemaker Dinner on Friday, December 12. The evening honors Rich Olsen Harbich’s career with a locally crafted menu by Lauren Lombardi and Bedell wine pairings pulled from Rich’s own collection. More Info

🌊 Holiday by the Bay Holiday magic is heading to the waterfront at The Shoals’ Holiday by the Bay on Saturday, December 13. Browse a curated selection of luxe gifts while sipping mimosas, enjoying live holiday jazz, and taking advantage of complimentary gift wrapping. More Info

🏠 Victorian House Tour Step straight into the past at the Greenport Victorian Holiday House Tour on Saturday, December 13, a festive walk through some of the village’s most charming 19th century homes. More Info

🛍 Holiday Makers Market Head over to the Holiday Makers Market at Sound View on Saturday, December 13. Curated by the North Fork Art Collective, the annual market features local artisans, bespoke gifts, live music, and a chance for photos with Santa. More Info

🎶 Home for the Holidays Enjoy serious seasonal cheer with North Fork Community Theatre’s Home for the Holidays Concert and Open House on December 13 & 14. Stop in for a free open house packed with family activities, then stay to enjoy a festive holiday concert. More Info

🎅🏻 Party with Santa Head over to Veterans Beach on Saturday, December 13, the Mattituck Parks District is throwing a Party with Santa. Kids can dive into crafts, games, and plenty of festive fun, with hot chocolate and snacks to keep everyone cozy. More Info

🥂Brunch con Santa Enjoy Scielo mimosas while little ones meet Santa, enjoy sweet treats, and pose for photos at RGNY’s Brunch con Santa on Sunday, December 14. More Info

🎅🏻 Santa’s Coming to Orient Santa is trading in his sleigh for a shiny fire truck during Santa is Coming to Orient! a festive parade and gift delivery rolling through on Saturday, December 13. All Orient children from newborns through sixth grade can receive a personal visit and gift from Santa himself. Families just need to complete the online registration form by Saturday, November 30, 2025. More Info

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Monday

Clam Bar at Alize | Tom McGuire | 6-9 PM
The Watershed | Fred the Human iPod | 6-9 PM

Tuesday

Front Street Station | Music Bingo | 7 PM

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