🌱 North Fork Daily: Greenport Parade + Winter Festival

Happy Saturday, North Fork friends and neighbors! It's going to be a great day on the North Fork with lots to do. The Annual Greenport Washington's Birthday Parade, a beloved tradition, steps off at 1 p.m., bringing hero firefighters from all corners of Long Island to the village. The parade means so much, to so many, and we're delighted that it's back after a pandemic pause.

And, for the first time, the Southold Winter Festival presents an array of activities aimed at bringing tourists and business to the hamlet center during the winter months.

Whatever you do this weekend, stay warm and safe.

Until next time. . . .

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First, today's weather:

A snow shower in the p.m.. High: 39 Low: 18.

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Here are the top stories on the North Fork today:

1. Annual Greenport Washington's Birthday Parade Set To Delight: An annual tradition is set to delight once again as the annual Greenport Washington's Birthday Parade kicks off Saturday at 1 p.m. (North Fork Patch)
2. Southold's 1st Ever Winter Festival Kicks Off Saturday: Downtown Southold will come alive Saturday with the First Annual Southold Winter Festival, which will offer an array of fun activities for all, including ice carving, music, food, a fire pit, and an art exhibit.(North Fork Patch)
3. Hochul Removes Controversial Affordable Housing Plan From Budget: After facing backlash from elected officials vehemently opposed to the plan, Gov. Kathy Hochul has removed from the state's budget a proposal for affordable housing that would require local governments to allow accessory dwelling units in residential areas normally zoned for single-family usage.North Fork Patch)
4. What to Do on the North Fork This Week: February 18–22, 2022: Check out the rundown so you don't miss a minute of the fun. (Dan's Papers)
5. Cutchogue man's family owes a debt that can never be repaid: A beautiful read from our friends at the Suffolk Times. (Suffolk Times)

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Today in North Fork:

• Greater Jamesport Civic Association February Meeting (9:30 AM)
• Town of Southold Winter Festival (10:00 AM)
• The Sommelier Experience at Sannino Vineyard (11:00 AM)
• Southold Winter Festival Maple Lane Historic Tours (1:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The North Fork Animal Welfare League: "Meet Gardenia! This little firecracker is ready to make you laugh. At 28 lbs. she's a perfect size. Come meet this spunky little girl and fall in love." (Facebook)
• Greenport Village: "#GTOTD See you all in the Village this weekend for President's Day Festivities!" (Instagram)
• North Fork Women: "The Founders Award • April 9, 2022 - North Fork Women invites you to honor activist, athlete, attorney and humanitarian Lori Cohen at the 2022 Lucille Field Goodman Founders Award." (Facebook)
• Southold Historical Museum: "Please join us for tours of the historic Maple Lane Complex from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 19 as Southold Historical Museum welcomes visitors during the 1st Annual 2022 Town of Southold Winter Festival." (Facebook)
• Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council: "Continuing our celebration of Black History Month — read a book." (Facebook)
• Karla Aguilera, Neighbor: "Hello, we are a couple looking for a caretaker, house or pet sitter job. We can provide excellent local references." (Patch)
• Georgette Keller, Neighbor: "Looking for a part time home health aide for an elderly woman in Riverside for a couple hours in the mornings." (Patch)

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— Lisa Finn

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