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🐝 What’s Really in our Water

🐝 What’s Really in our Water

Water Worries, Michelin Key, Peter's Packages

Thomas Loncar
October 21, 2025

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Good Morning, North Fork! Consider this your permission slip to have fun today.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

Water Worries
Michelin Key
Peter’s Packages

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The Lowdown

Water Worries 🚰

This Saturday, Oct. 25, the Orient Association is diving deep into one of the North Fork’s biggest concerns: what’s really in our water?

At Poquatuck Hall, locals can learn what’s happening beneath their feet during the Orient Water Forum.

Orient’s homes and farms still rely on private wells for drinking water. But rising seas and “forever chemicals” like PFAS have started to seep into those systems. Nearly half of tested wells in Orient had PFAS levels above state limits.

The forum follows a major Water Resources Study released this summer by the Orient Association and CDM Smith, a global firm that knows a thing or two about Long Island’s hydrology.

Get the full story 👉 East End Beacon

The Menhaden Does It Again 🗝️

For the second year in a row, The Menhaden in Greenport has snagged a Michelin Key, one of just 317 hotels in the entire country to earn the honor in 2025. Oh, and it’s still the only one on Long Island.

What’s the key mean? Think of it as Michelin’s gold star for hotels, celebrating places that nail design, service, and that hard-to-describe magic that makes you never want to check out.

To celebrate, The Menhaden’s rolling out a Michelin Package, complete with Disset Chocolate keys, local sparkling wine, and late checkout.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

Shellabration Takes a Breather 🦪

For the first time in over a decade, Greenport’s Shellabration, is taking the year off.

Organizers from Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and the Greenport BID say the decision wasn’t made lightly. After 13 years of slurping, sipping, and shucking through the first weekend of December, the beloved shellfish fest has simply gotten too big for its shells.

The plan? Take a year to reimagine Shellabration so it better fits the village’s size and supports local shops instead of overwhelming them.

But don’t hang up your oyster knife just yet. Little Creek Oysters and The Hold Fast Fund are planning a replacement weekend celebration kicking off Friday, Dec. 5. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

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Happenings: Upcoming Events

🍝 Cooking Class If carbs are your love language, mark your calendar for Wednesday, October 29. Head over to Flavor Fork and join Chef and Owner Sarah Mastracco, for a hands-on Italian cooking class where you’ll mix, knead, roll, and shape your own fresh pasta. Simmer a slow, rich Bolognese sauce, learn a few chef tricks along the way, and then sit down to enjoy the feast you just created. More Info

🍓 Jam Making Here’s your chance to turn “just berries” into brag worthy jam. Join Gabi Spielmann at Hallockville on Saturday, November 1, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the magic of canning, from fresh fruit to shelf-stable perfection. Leave with your own jar of homemade berry jam and the confidence to keep your kitchen jammin’ all year long. More Info

🐍 Reptile Show On Saturday and Sunday, November 1 & 2 Uncle Tony is bringing his crew of snakes, lizards, turtles, and other scaly stars to Harbes Barnyard Adventure for a wild weekend of fun. It’s educational, it’s entertaining, and yes, you might even get to pet a snake. More Info

🦪 Oyster Extravaganza It’s time to shell-ebrate! Join North Fork Women on Sunday, November 2, at One Woman Vineyards’ stunning new event barn. Enjoy fresh oysters from Little Ram Oyster Co. and Hampton Oyster Co. More Info

🎄 Holiday Craft Fair Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Holiday Craft Fair at the Southold American Legion on Sunday, November 2! Browse a festive selection of handmade gifts, seasonal décor, and local crafts. More Info

🍷 Macari Wine Dinner The Halyard is teaming up with Macari Vineyards for a cozy, fall-inspired wine dinner you won’t want to miss. Chef Derby’s seasonal menu will be perfectly paired with Macari’s award-winning wines, and guests will get an inside look at what goes into the glass. More Info

🍷 Harvest Wine & Food Join the North Fork Promotional Council on Friday, November 7, for the Harvest Wine & Food Celebration at Raphael Vineyards. Enjoy an evening of wine + food pairings, live music, and local vendors. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Peter’s Packages ❤️

Dr. Peter Sultan spent his life helping others. Now, that same kindness lives on through Peter’s Packages, a heartfelt project started by his daughter, Elizabeth Sultan.

Each package is designed to support children and young adults navigating grief, filled with comforting items and resources that remind them they’re not alone. It’s healing, hope, and heart, all wrapped up in one box.

Want to help spread a little comfort? Shop their Amazon Wishlist and be part of Dr. Sultan’s legacy of care.

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Tuesday

Front Street Station | Music Bingo | 7 PM

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