The sight of the large white tent on the firehouse grounds in Cutchogue can mean only one thing. It's time for the annual CFD Chicken Barbecue.

Tonight, the members of the United Fire Company No .1 will begin the weeklong preparation for the Department's 58th Annual Chicken Barbecue to be held on Saturday.

Over the course of this week, CFD members will dedicate many hours of their time to prepare for this "end of the summer event". Members gather at headquarters to set up the tables, chairs and tents for this years event under the direction of chairperson Matthew Rolle.

For 58 years, the members of United Fire Company No. 1, working side by side with the CFD Ladies Auxiliary have hosted this annual fundraising event.

The annual event has grown since its beginning to now serve over 3200 people, and is believed to be Long Island's Largest Chicken Barbecue.

LIMITED TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE to this years barbecue and are available by stopping at the firehouse or by calling (631)734-6907.

Tickets are $25.00 and includes a Half barbecue chicken, refreshments and all you can eat salads, corn and dessert. Take out dinners are also available.

The CFD would like to thank the community for making this event a 58 year tradition.