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Good Morning, North Fork! Pour yourself another cup, there’s a whole lot happening this weekend.

In today’s North Fork Buzz:

• Election Results

• Francsgiving

• Thanksgiving Harvest Box

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The Lowdown

Doroski Wins 🗳️

In one of the biggest East End upsets, Greg Doroski flipped Suffolk County’s 1st Legislative District blue, unseating Republican incumbent Catherine Stark with 52% of the vote.

Doroski, a four-year Southold Town Board member, pulled off the win in what’s long been considered solid GOP territory, covering Southold, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Brookhaven, and Southampton.

When Doroski takes office next year, he’s got his sights set on working waterfront funding and tackling deer management across the East End. His term runs through 2028, thanks to Suffolk’s new four-year legislative terms. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Blue Tide 🔵

Democrats made a splash in Southold Tuesday night, flipping the Town Trustees blue and hanging on to the highway superintendent’s seat, while the GOP managed to keep a few offices red.

Democrats Liz Gillooly, Eric Sepenoski, and Joe Finora snagged all three open Town Trustee seats, giving Dems a 4–1 majority on the board that oversees Southold’s wetlands and waterways.

Democrat Dan Goodwin cruised to re-election as Highway Superintendent, winning 58% of the vote.

Republican Denis Noncarrow held on as Town Clerk, winning 57.6%, while Ken Poliwoda took one Assessor seat. The second assessor race is too close to call, Democrat Leah Tillman Sullivan leads by just 30 votes over Republican Charles Sanders, who’s currently serving overseas.

Town Justice Eileen Powers ran unopposed and was re-elected. ($)

Get the full story 👉 Suffolk Times

Francsgiving 🍷

We know Thanksgiving can get heated. Someone’s bound to bring up the stuffing vs. dressing debate, and that one Uncle is going to die on the hill of “marshmallows belong on sweet potatoes.” But here’s one thing the whole table can agree on: Long Island Cabernet Franc.

It’s the Goldilocks of wine, not too heavy, not too light, just right. It makes sense with everything on your plate. Turkey? Perfect. Brussels sprouts? Divine. The cranberry sauce still shaped like the can? Even that.

Cabernet Franc has quietly been growing on Long Island since the early 1980s, when pioneers like Louisa Hargrave and Dave Mudd first planted it. Early wineries like Lenz, Pindar, Macari, Pellegrini, and Roanoke helped establish its reputation, while winemakers like Bruce Schneider turned it into a cult favorite in the ’90s. Today, it’s New York’s most widely planted red grape.

Get the full story 👉 Northforker

The Heart of It 🧡

When two powerhouse moms combine fitness, art, and family fun, magic happens. This summer, Rachel Goodale (of Stroller Strong Mamas) and Amelia Little (of Little Moments Little Fam) teamed up to create The Heart of It, a brand-new community hub on Main Road in Aquebogue.

The space buzzes with yoga mats, paintbrushes, and giggles, offering everything from stroller-friendly workouts and messy crafts to kids’ movement classes, wellness workshops, and even birthday parties.

On sunny days, classes head outside for a dose of nature (and less cleanup). Inside, parents find community, kids make friends, and new moms get support.

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Happenings: Weekend Preview

Friday

🥕 Farmers Market Goes Indoors The Greenport Farmers Market moves indoors to Little Creek Oyster’s annex space (216 Main Street). Shop local produce, baked goods, from 12–3 PM. More Info

🎭 The Women of Lockerbie The Southold Drama Club takes the stage with The Women of Lockerbie, a moving play inspired by true events. Set in the hills of Scotland, it follows a group of women who turn unimaginable tragedy into an act of grace and healing. More Info

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

🍛 Pop-Up Returns This Friday & Saturday, Grace & Grit is rolling out a Twisted Indian menu that fuses classic Indian flavors with global comfort food. More Info

Saturday

🌿 Seed & Plant Swap Join Group for the East End and ReWild North Fork for a community Native Seed & Plant Swap at Downs Farm Preserve. More Info

🤼‍♀️ GRUDGE in Greenport Get ready to rumble, Championship Entertainment Productions is bringing GRUDGE in Greenport to the Greenport American Legion. Expect high-energy matches, big personalities, and all the ringside drama you can handle. More Info

🦞 Lobster Rolls + Wine Bedell Cellars just teamed up with LUNCH Lobster Roll, and they’re rolling in with their food truck this weekend. Enjoy live music, Bedell wine and classics like: lobster rolls, crab cakes, and chowder. More Info

🧠 70s & 80s Trivia Break out your bell bottoms and big hair, it’s 70s & 80s Trivia at the Mattituck-Laurel Library. Test your retro knowledge, enjoy some snacks, and compete for prizes. More Info

🍷 Blend It Here’s your chance to play winemaker. The Shoals is teaming up with RGNY for a hands-on session where you mix, swirl, and sip your way to a one-of-a-kind red blend. Work with RGNY’s estate-grown wines, and take home your very own bottle and some serious bragging rights. More Info

🌭 Games & Glizzys Head to The Loft for a night of board games, laughs, and all the hot dogs you can handle. Grab your friends, roll the dice, and play everything from timeless classics to new favorites. More Info

🏳️‍🌈 Fall Into Pride Join North Fork Pride at Little Fish for their Fall into Pride fundraiser dinner. Enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, and live music by the water. More Info

🍹 Drink the Bar Dry This Saturday and Sunday, swing by Cluadio’s for their Drink the Bar Dry Closing Party featuring $5 beers, wine, and frozen drinks, $10 cocktails, and 50% off food while supplies last. More Info

Sunday

🎁 Holiday Market Get a head start on your holiday shopping at The Heart of It’s Holiday Market. Browse unique finds from local vendors and small businesses, while you browse the kids can dive into the DIY gift stations. More Info

🛼 Roller Skating Party Lace up those skates and get ready to roll. The Southold PTA is hosting a Roller Skating Party at the GDC Roller Skate Rink. Whether you’re a pro on wheels or just there for the snacks and nostalgia, it’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday. More Info

🥣 Soupy Sundays Head to Chronicle Wines for a cozy lineup featuring hearty winter soups from Grace & Grit, fresh loaves from 1610 Sourdough, and your favorite Chronicle wines by the glass. More Info

🎨 Glass Painting Get creative at Pindar Vineyards with a Fall themed glass painting workshop led by Maggie from Wine of a Kind. Paint your own set of two wine glasses, sip some vino, and take home your masterpiece. More Info

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Local Spotlight

Thanksgiving Harvest Box 🥕

Bring the farm to your feast this Thanksgiving with the Harvest Box from Oregon Road Organics. Boxes are packed with the best of the season, crisp greens, hearty roots, and all the fixings for a true farm to table holiday spread.

Preorder by November 18th, then sit back and bask in the glory of being that person who brought the freshest dish to dinner.

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Live Music + Fun Breakdown

Thursday

Eastern Front Brewing | Sonic Gumbo | 5-8 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Pec) | Trivia | 6-8 PM
Taps & Corks | Karaoke | 7-10 PM
Southold American Legion | Bingo | 7 PM

Friday

Corey Creek | Como Brothers | 4-8 PM
Main & Mill | Danny Palladino | 5-7 PM
One Woman Winery | Nathan Peck Trio | 6-9 PM
Touch of Venice | The Libations | 6-9 PM
First & South | Julia King | 6-9 PM
Eastern Front Brewing | Russell “The Hitman” Alexander | 6-9 PM
Little Fish | The Earthtones | 6-9 PM
Andy’s | Flashback | 7-10 PM
Clam Bar at Alize | Chris Anthony | 7-10 PM
Greenport Harbor Brewing (Gpt) | Open Mic Night | 7-10 PM

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