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Get Out: This Weekend, Shop Till You Drop, Eat Italian and Meet Mark Oldman

There is plenty to do this weekend and Patch has your list of the hottest events.

It is going to be a busy weekend on the North Fork and with so much going on, it’s  hard to choose. Never fear, we’ve got you covered with our top picks.

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Where/When: , 201 Manor Pl, Greenport, NY 11944; Friday, May 13, 2011, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Why Go: There are sure to be lots of awesome fashion accessories on sale at this hospital auxiliary benefit fundraiser being held in the  conference room on the first floor.

Pricing: Admission is free.

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Where/When: Pequash Ave & West Road, Cutchogue, NY 11935;  Saturday, May 14, 2011, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Why Go: This annual yard sale always has something for everyone. Go down to Pequash Park and shop 23 tables from Fleet’s Neck residents. You’re sure to find beautiful treasures in a beautiful location.

Pricing: Admission is free.

3.

Where/When: , 1160 Skipper's Lane, Orient, NY 11957, Saturday, May 14, 2011, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Why Go: After a day of yard sale hunting, head out to Orient and bring your treasures to Poquatuck Hall for an appraisal by Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers. The event is hosted by the Oysterponds Historical Society.

Pricing: $20 for the first item/$35 for two/ $10 for each additional item. For more information visit oysterpondshistoricalsociety.org/ or call 631-323-2480.

4.

Where/When: , 768 Main St., Greenport, NY 11944, Saturday, May 14, 2011, 6 p.m.

Why Go: Word has it that the food and the wines served at the last Holy Trinity Italian dinner were outstanding, plus it’s all for a good cause: Proceeds will go to local charities and community service projects. Advance reservations are required.

Pricing: $25. Call (631) 477-0855 for reservations.

5. BOOK SIGNING WITH WINE PERSONALITY MARK OLDMAN

Where/When: , 36225 Main Road, Cutchogue, NY 11935; Sunday, May 15, 2011, 2 p.m.

Why Go: Mark Oldman will be on hand for a book signing, talk and tasting on the pavilion overlooking the vines at Bedell Cellars. Released this past fall, Oldman’s "Brave New World of Wine: Pleasure, Value, and Adventure Beyond Wine’s Usual Suspects" offers a look inside the wine world’s best-kept secrets: lesser known wines of moderate cost and maximum appeal. Complimentary pours of a select red and white will be offered during the event. 

 Pricing: There is no cost to attend the event, but reservations are suggested. For more information visit bedellcellars.com or call (631) 734-7537.

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