Northforker

You may have been left scratching your head if you drove past Modern Snack Bar in early June while loads of vintage cars filled the lot and women dressed in pinup garb took photos in front of the iconic neon sign. Wonder no more, as this meetup is just one part of what the Rescue Vixens — a charitable group celebrating all things vintage — do.

Living on the North Fork offers a unique blend of charm and coastal appeal, from its picturesque historic towns and acclaimed dining scene to its renowned farms and waterfront setting. Whether you’re searching for a primary residence, a vacation home for the family, or a relaxing weekend retreat, you’ll find a wide range of properties to suit your needs.

While Memorial Day is marked as Long Island’s unofficial start to summer, the Fourth of July kicks off consistent warm weather, picturesque beach days and outdoor dinners, (finally!) leaving behind spring’s unpredictable weather. This year, there’s extra reason to celebrate as the country marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

THURSDAY Island Pop | MAJU, 188 N. Ferry Road, Shelter Island Heights, 516-946-0676 This new show of painting, sculpture and mixed media opens from 4-7 p.m. with work reflecting independence, community and the American spirit; free. For more info, look here. Grace & Grit Summer Pop Up Series | Chronicle Wines, 2885 Peconic Lane, Peconic, 631-488-0046 On Thursdays from 5-8 p.m., smashburgers and a rotating selection of seasonal dishes are on the menu at this pop up at Chronicle’s tasting room.

Breathe Social Share "The Cadence of Form" features 22 sculptural works from different artists curated by Sokolow. (Photos courtesy of Cheryl Sokolow) Shelter Island has always been a home for artists and writers; an inspiring hub where makers come to create. And as of this Friday, there’s a new space where art lovers can go to engage with that East End creative force.

I have spent my entire life on the East End of Long Island — as a full-time resident, as a kid coming home for college summers, as a “weekender” and as a homeowner and a person who makes her living out here. That’s pretty much covering all the angles and perspectives on the North Fork and Shelter Island (and the South Fork, too). If I’ve learned anything from those experiences, it’s that I never feel like I’ve covered it all. For such a relatively small area, we pack a lot in.

Breathe Social Share July brings traditional parades (especially festive for America's 250th!), and tons of other fun East End traditions and happenings all month. (Jeremy Garretson) What to eat, drink and experience on the North Fork this month 1.

Live Social Share 550 Madison Street in Greenport offers old farmhouse vibes with a bright, new interior. (Photo credit: Jeremy Garretson) 3 bedrooms 2 full baths 1 half bath 1,500 square feet Built in 2025, this home is farmhouse-flair on the outside and modern chic on the inside. It punches above its weight in terms of details and finishes that give it a stylish presentation.

Mile after mile, the signs dot the landscape as ubiquitously as those for strawberries in June or corn in August, but for a homegrown product of a different sort: “Live music today!” Only these signs defy seasonal sequestering — and, more often than not, are found at the entryways to the North Fork’s sipping and supping spots.

Breathe Social Share Robert Strauss, the new owner of beloved Island mini-golf and ice cream institution, runs businesses that are all about having fun. (Photo credit: Charity Robey) Not long after Nicole and Robert Strauss decided they would run the Island’s much-loved mini-golf and ice-cream establishment, The Whale’s Tale (3 Ram Island Road, Shelter Island, 631-749-1839), they went to look over the property with their adult children.