Kait's Angels Community Yard Sale Helps 2 Neighbors In Need

NORTH FORK, NY — If there's anything North Fork residents love, it's a good yard sale. And what could be better than a yard sale for a good cause?

Once again, Kait's Angels will host its annual Community Yard Sale at the home of Darla and Joe Doorhy; the event takes place on Saturday, September 7, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All you can carry will be available from noon to 1 p.m. for 20.

Donations can be dropped off at the Doorhy home, located at 1125 Old Jule Lane in Mattituck, on Friday, September 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. only. No large furniture, TVs, computers, beds or car seats (due to recalls) will be accepted.

This year's recipients, Darla Doorhy said, include Stephanie Galka of Riverhead, and Lauren Uribe of Southold, both of whom are battling cancer.

Joe and Darla Doorhy lost their daughter Kaitlyn on Aug. 22, 2014; she was hit by a car while away at college. Grief cloaked the community as all struggled to grasp the loss of a young woman, a former Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Queen, known for her bright smile, philanthropic spirit and caring heart.

But tragedy turned to hope when Kait's Angels was formed in Kaitlyn's memory, with an eye toward acts of kindness in her memory. And now, the yearly yard sale is organized to help others during their darkest hours.

Recently the Kait's Angels Annual Designer Handbag Wingo event was also held, with proceeds to benefit community members in need.

"It's what Kaitlyn used to say, her motto was, 'Helping hands, helping others,'" Darla said. "One hand for herself and one hand for others— for helping the community."