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St. James vineyard seeks special permit to host weddings, outdoor events
Photo credit: Erin Geismar
A St. James vineyard’s plans to host weddings and other gatherings will be the subject of a Smithtown Town board public hearing Thursday night.
Whisper Vineyard, part of Borella’s Farm Stand on Edgewood Avenue, is seeking a special exception permit to hold outdoor events at the 53-acre farm. The winery planted its first grapes in 2004 and is awaiting state approval to begin marketing wine.
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