This weekend on the North Fork, enjoy a summer chicken barbecue, meet the stars of Broadway’s “Rent” and head to Shelter Island for a fabulous benefit party.
EAT
Annual Greenport Fire Department Chicken BBQ | 3rd St. Firehouse, Greenport
This annual fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 17 at 4 p.m. includes chicken, corn on the cob, baked potato, watermelon and a drink. Don’t even think about asking what’s in the secret sauce! $25 in advance/$30 at the door, tickets limited, call 631-477-1943.
Sunday Brunch | Greenport Harbor Brewing Co., 42155 Main Road, Peconic
Enjoy brunch at the brewery on Aug. 18 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Live music kicks off at 1 p.m.
DRINK
Winery Tour | Bedell Cellars, 36225 Main Road, Cutchogue
Take a tour of the cellars and learn how wine is made at Bedell on Aug. 17 with a complimentary tasting. Schedule a time from 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. $40 general/$30 members. Buy tickets here.
Carnaval | Sparkling Pointe, 39750 North Road, Southold
Sparkling Pointe celebrates its 20th anniversary on Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. with a party inspired by the Rio de Janeiro Carnaval. $20, buy tickets here.
LIVE
Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp | The Suffolk, 118 E. Main St., Riverhead
The stars of the legendary Broadway show “Rent,” Anthony Rapp and Tony nominee Adam Pascal, celebrate 30 years of friendship and music on Sunday, Aug. 18, at The Suffolk (118 E. Main St., Riverhead, 631-727-4343). $99–$139, click here for tickets.
2024 Polish Town & Festival | 300 Lincoln St., Riverhead
On Aug. 17 and 18, head to Polish Town for the return of the Polish celebrations, with food, music and fun. Click here for more information.
BREATHE
Taylor’s Island Benefit | 1901 Grill at Goat Hill, 26 Sunnyside Ave., Shelter Island Heights
On Aug. 15 from 4–6 p.m. (rain date Aug. 16), head to Shelter Island for seasonal and greek hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine and a cash bar for cocktails. The $100 entry fee benefits the Taylor’s Island Foundation to preserve the historic Smith-Taylor cabin. Learn more here.
Family Magic Show | North Fork Community Theatre, 12700 Old Sound Ave., Mattituck
On Aug. 16, 17 and 18, Jim Vines and Carl Mercurio perform a show featuring magic, comedy, mind reading, and illusions. $25, proceeds go toward NFCT’s renovation fund. Buy tickets here.
