Opening Reception for “Of This World” at Ashawagh Hall

Ashawagh Hall 780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton, NY, United States

OF THIS WORLD, a group exhibition and artist collaboration, showcases five local artists at Ashawagh Hall in East Hampton, NY from October 23 through 25.   The exhibition features painters Zoë […]

Free

The Mudflats Benefit for Unitarian Universalists of Southold

First Universalist Church of Southold 51900 Route 25, Southold, NY, United States

Refreshments will be served, and there will be a 50/50 raffle.  Proceeds will go toward ongoing expenses and upcoming community events at the Unitarian Universalists of Southold Admission:  Adults $35, […]

$35

Robin Becker Poetry Reading at Oysterponds Historical Society

Oysterponds Historical Society 1555 Village Lane, Orient, NY, United States

Robin Becker, a foremost feminist poet of her generation, will give a poetry reading and host a Q & A following her presentation. Audience members will hear poems that concern […]

Free

Safari on the Enchanted Forest Trail at Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Quogue Wildlife Refuge 3 Old Country Road, Quogue, NY, United States

The Enchanted Forest is back but with a safari twist! Take a whimsical and educational walk through our forest trail as you learn about habitats, migration, and animals along the […]

$15

Sag Harbor Community Reading of Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein”

Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum 200 Main Street, Sag Harbor, NY, United States

Most everyone has encountered some version of Frankenstein through the many film versions and adaptations that proliferate in popular culture. From Halloween costumes, to cookies, to footwear and cocktails, some […]

Free

NFEC Repair Café and Halloween Costume Swap

George Young Community Center 446 South Jamesport Avenue, Jamesport, NY, United States

Join the North Fork Environmental Council for a Repair Cafe on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the George Young Community Center in Jamesport. Repair Cafe is: Bring one or two […]

Free

Bluegrass and Sweet Corn Concert at CAST

CAST 53930 Main Road, Southold, New York, United States

Live music with Astrograss and sweet corn on CAST's Great Lawn in this free family concert. In case of rain, the concert will be held inside in CAST's Treiber Hall.

Free

Art Opening & Talks: IMPACT Photography Exhibition at North Fork Arts Center

North Fork Arts Center 211 Front Street, Greenport, New York, United States

IMPACT, the inaugural juried photography exhibition at the North Fork Arts Center, opens Saturday, October 24, at 211 Front Street, Greenport. Over 460 images were entered into the show by 176 […]

Free

Witch’s Paddle for the Surfrider Foundation in Three Mile Harbor

Paddle Diva 10 Boat Yard Road, East Hamplton, New York, United States

The Surfrider Foundation Eastern Long Island Chapter invites the community to its Second Annual Witches Paddle on Saturday, October 24th, 2026 at Paddle Diva. Witches' paddles are a beloved tradition […]

$20 – $35

Opening Reception for “The Print Continuum” at East End Arts Galleries

East End Arts 11 West Gallery 11 West Main Street, Riverhead, New York, United States

A National Juried Contemporary Printmaking Exhibition Opening Reception: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Exhibition Dates: October 24 through December 13, 2026 Location: East End Arts Council | 11 West […]

Sag Harbor Ragamuffin Parade

Sag Harbor Village Sag Harbor, NY, United States

Everyone is invited to join in this annual fun event—children, adults and even pets! Parade participants should line up on Nassau Street (near the laundromat), and parade up Main Street […]

Free

Full Hunters SuperMoon Hike with FLPG & SoFo

South Fork Natural History Museum 377 Bridgehampton/Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton, NY, United States

Co-sponsored by Friends of the Long Pond Greenbelt and the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO).  Native Americans named this bright moon for obvious reasons. The leaves are falling from trees, […]

Free

MLCA Forum: Update on the North Fork’s Aquifer

Veterans Beach 11020 Peconic Bay Boulevard, Mattituck, NY, United States

Frederick Stumm, research hydrologist with the U.S. Geological Survey and Southold Town Supervisor Al Krupski will discuss recent USGS work to examine the state of the groundwater on the North […]

Free

Nature’s Halloween Trail at Mashomack Preserve

Mashomack Preserve 47 South Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY, United States

Nature-themed, not-too-scary costumed characters along the self-guided trail. (Last entry 6:30 p.m. Register at nature.org/nyevents

Free

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