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From May through October, on the FIRST FRIDAY of each month Love Lane comes alive with:
🎶 Live music
🍴 Local food specials from Love Lane Kitchen, Love Lane Market, Village Cheese Shop, NOFO DOCO and so many more local faves
🛍 Shops open late
🍷 Craft beverages & artisanal finds
Listen in for our conversation with Terry McShane and Melissa Principi, members of the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce that host these monthly events to get the inside scoop on these fun evenings.
The final First Friday event of 2025 is TODAY - Oct 3rd from 6–9 PM — your last chance this year to stroll Love Lane, shop, sip, eat, and soak in the community vibes with friends and neighbors.

Originally aired 10/3/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

🌸 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺! 🌸

Since 2016, this small-scale, family-run farm in Southold has been growing some of the finest 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆-𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 on the East End. Their arrangements combine uncommon flowers, herbs, grasses, and other floral elements — creating stunning bouquets for individuals, florists, and events.

💐 Visitors are always welcome for self-guided tours, and their 𝗖𝗦𝗔 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀 let you enjoy farm-fresh arrangements each week, filled with color, fragrance, and beauty straight from their fields.

🚚 They deliver across the East End — Thursdays to the South Fork and Shelter Island, Fridays across the North Fork — making it easy to bring fresh blooms home. You can also pick up directly at their farm in Southold.

Open everyday 10-4 , stop in today and pick yourself a bouquet of happiness, and support this beautiful local farm

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Originally aired 9/26/2025

💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

⚓️ This week on NOFO LIVE we caught up with the East End Seaport Museum to get the inside scoop on one of Greenport’s biggest weekends of the year — the Maritime Festival!

Happening 9/20 – 9/21, this fun-filled weekend brings the village to life with boat displays, parades, food, music, kids’ activities, and so much more. 🎣🚢🧜🏼‍♀️

Best of all, proceeds go directly to support the East End Seaport Museum and its incredible educational and social programs that celebrate and preserve our maritime heritage right here in Greenport.

💙 Don’t miss the chance to be part of this local tradition — and check out our replay to hear all the details straight from the team behind it!

Originally aired 9/19/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

🦪 🦪 On this week’s NOFO LIVE we featured Peconic Gold Oysters with Captain Matt Ketcham — and he took us right out on his boat as he pulled up oyster cages live! 🌊⚓
It was the perfect behind-the-scenes look at the hardworking life of an oyster farmer and the dedication it takes to bring these golden, briny beauties to your table.
Big thanks to Chris Francescani from North Fork Sun for joining us as guest co-host and helping bring the conversation to life! 🌞
If you missed it, catch the replay to hear Matt’s story firsthand and experience the bay through his eyes.
📍 Don’t forget, you can grab Peconic Gold Oysters yourself at their self-serve farm stand in Cutchogue (21125 County Road 48).

Originally aired 9/5/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

🍇 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗢𝗙𝗢 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 we’re featuring Stephen & Sarah Scarnato, the husband-and-wife team behind two interrelated businesses shaping the future of North Fork wine, 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲 and 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲.

🌱 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝘀𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲, founded in 2015, helps Long Islanders become vineyard owners — from planting private vineyards to cultivating grapes and producing unique, small-batch wines. Stephen’s philosophy is simple: viticulture is an art as much as a science, and it should be shared, taught, and celebrated.

🍷 In 2022, Stephen and Sarah launched 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗲, their own label and educational platform, creating immersive quarterly gatherings that bring wine lovers into the vineyard. These events offer hands-on experiences that highlight Long Island’s terroir and deepen appreciation for local winemaking.

Together, Stephen and Sarah are not only growing grapes, but also growing community — sharing their passion and knowledge to make wine more approachable, inspiring, and rooted in the North Fork.

Listen to hear their journey and discover how they’re blending tradition, innovation, and education in every bottle.

Join the wine club, grown your own vines, bottle your own wine label, so many ways you can get involved and be a part of this growing North Fork wine region.Originally aired 8/29/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

🐐 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗢𝗙𝗢 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 we’re featuring 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 — caring for happy goats since 2003!
What began as a small goat farm in Mattituck with founders Karen and Michael Catapano quickly grew into a North Fork favorite, known for its award-winning cheese and beloved goat-milk skincare products. By 2005, the farm had expanded to Peconic, where it continues to thrive today.
In 2020, 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗸𝗲 took over the farm, carrying forward the Catapano name and legacy. Connor oversees the goats, cheese-making, and daily operations with a focus on sustainability and conservation. Erin, a lawyer with a lifelong love of animals, helps guide the farm’s vision while raising their family right here on the North Fork.
Together, they remain dedicated to producing fresh cheese, soap, skin care and farm products while keeping the goats — and their customers — happy.
Listen in to hear their story, learn more about life on the farm, and discover why Catapano Dairy has become such a special part of the community.

Originally aired 8/22/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

NOFO LIVE co-hosts Sunita Narma and Tracy Kessler sat down with Gianna Volpe on Heart of the East End, WLIW-FM’s flagship morning show, for a lively conversation about community, storytelling, and the spirit of the North Fork.

Broadcast on 88.3 WLIW-FM, Heart of the East End connects listeners across the East End with arts, culture, and local voices. Hosted by journalist and radio personality Gianna Volpe, the show shines a light on the people and organizations that make our region so unique.

As a listener-supported public radio station, WLIW-FM depends on community contributions to continue bringing meaningful programming to the East End. If you enjoyed this conversation, consider supporting WLIW-FM so they can keep amplifying local stories that matter:

https://wliw.org/radio

💙 Tune in, support local media, and be part of the community that keeps public radio thriving.Originally aired 8/18/2025NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com

Today’s episode takes us inside Front Street Station in Greenport with longtime owner Sharon Sailor. For over 30 years, this beloved local spot has been serving hearty comfort food and classic American favorites — from their BYOB (Build Your Own Burger) and Beer Batter Fish & Chips to fresh salads, steaks, and daily specials — all in a welcoming, small-town atmosphere.
Sharon also shares about her passion project, the Paul Drum Life Experience Project — an inspiring community initiative that offers local kids hands-on learning opportunities, unique adventures, and real-world experiences that spark curiosity and build confidence.
Listen in and hear how one restaurant has become both a dining favorite and a hub for giving back.

Originally aired 8/15/2025💙NOFO LIVE PodcastYour North Fork ConnectionJoin Co-hosts Sunita @sunitanarma and Tracy @Ms.Tracykessler, LIVE on Instagram every Friday at 9 am, for weekly conversations from the North Fork.Local vibes, real talk, unfiltered, unscripted !!https:www.nofolive.com