Community Corner
Sept. 21: Five Maritime Festival Activities
Here are just a few things to do during Greenport's big weekend.
One of the biggest North Fork events of the year is coming up this weekend — Greenport's Maritime Festival, happening Saturday and Sunday throughout the village.
Here are just a few highlights of the weekend:
Mingle with the who's who behind the festival and enjoy an array of hors d'oeuvres and cocktails before the weekend kicks in.
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This is a classic and well-planned parade brimming with costumed pipe bands, fire trucks from all over Long Island and local celebrities. This year, longtime Greenporters Bob and Lillian White are Grand Marshals.
3. Chowder contest: Chefs from , , , and are just a few contestants to go face-to-face in this ever-popular cooking competition on Sunday. They will set up shop in the parking lot in the village.
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4. Tons of boats: Classic boats, some from the turn-of-the century, and ice boats will once again be on display for all to see in all weekend, and the kayak derby and dory races will occupy the bulk of Saturday afternoon near the marina.
5. North Fork Patch on display: Come visit us at our vendor booth in Mitchell Park. We'll be set up all weekend. Sign up for a newsletter if you haven't yet or just stop by to say hello — we don't often get a chance to interact with so many people outside of virtual reality.
Hope to see you there!
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