North Fork Long Island- Spring has Arrived!

May 7th, 2008 category: People and Places

Has the chilly air on the North fork (despite brilliant sun) made you uncertain about the imminence of summer?

It’s greener, sure- but just a taaaad too early to buy annuals without giving them a shock.

The certainty for me that spring is here, with summer beckoning, arrives annually with a big, bold, red and white banner on the North road, that reads: STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL.

That sign starts it for me, and I become much more interested in events listed in the Suffolk Times because I can generally count on good weather.

In addition to advertised events - the North fork has an ongoing, amazing tag sale opportunity. I’ve never attended a tag sale or antique store without getting a steal. Times are listed, with a warning not to arrive early, as a courtesy to other “lookers.” The light fixture shown below was a $40. find at the Trading Post.

The sales stretch from Riverhead to Orient, and staying on Main road or North road (Sound avenue) (there and back) should allow you to hit most of them, although I love the east end- generally, I’ll start inSouthold, head to Greenport and Orient, then back to Cutchogue and Mattituck.

After tag sales (you should be finished by 9:30a.m.- they usually begin at 8:00, grab an egg sandwich at Erics, located on the North road and Hortons Rd. in Southold. I like their waffle fries, in addition to the healthy fare offered. And, they take credit cards, so if your last dollar was spent on that Limoges cup and saucer, you’re good to go.

We sail, so a day off includes a trip to the marina. When we considered marinas, we discovered that Brewer Sterling Harbor offered more than we’d hoped for. In addition to simple (and easily navigable) access to the bay, this marina will be housing a great restaurant, Porto Bello. Available to members are a pool and shower facilities, with those running the show always available, if a question arises.

Southold town offers sailing classes for those interested in learning- it’s a terrific way to enjoy the water here.

If sailing isn’t your “thing”, activities for kids (big and small) are ongoing, with everything from bird watching to basketball to bingo. The link above provides a full menu of spring and summer fun!

We’re taking some photos of the beaches this week, so will share some of our favorites then- along with some great upcoming events at the wineries. Stay tuned!

If you fall in love with the North fork (as we have), call us to schedule a time to explore calling it “home”, or fill in your info below for an update on available properties. To email directly: laurie@optionsrealty.com

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2 Responses to “North Fork Long Island- Spring has Arrived!”

1. Keahi Pelayo Says:
   May 13th, 2008 at 3:04 pm

   Great pictures.
   Aloha,
   Keahi Pelayo
   RE/MAX 808 Realty

2. laurie mindnich Says:
   May 15th, 2008 at 7:44 am

   Thanks, Keahi- I’m guessing that you take some pretty amazing shots in Hawaii!

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