Montauk Columns

Thanks to the Montauk Historical Society (www.montaukhistoricalsociety.org), the Montauk Point Lighthouse will be host to a plethora of programs this month.  These programs include entertainment, …more

Dear EarthTalk: Are there ways living organisms can be used to fix pollution?                    ~ M.L., via email Pollution remains one of the most significant …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel The summer weather and sunshine feels glorious and to see it streaming down in all of its brilliance is wonderful! This …more

Just in time for the Fourth of July!  After all what’s a barbecue without potato salad?  And…if you’re part of my family, it’s Pickled Vegetable …more

There will be a Full Buckmoon in Capricorn: On July 10, 2025, the Full Buck Moon in Capricorn will light up the night sky, signaling the …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Both of our grandchildren are Scout members so we are learning about activities they participate in that are different from when …more

Root to Table: A Taste of Appalachia at 4,000 Feet There’s a certain magic that comes from dining among the clouds. At 4,000 feet in …more

Mothering Pirates A new novel by East Hampton’s own Nanci LaGarenne A recurring theme in books by Nanci LaGarenne include strong women who stand up …more

Ready for Anything Recently a surfer was hurt in the water, making a rookie mistake on a wave that resulted in an injury to himself, …more

ANIMALS OF THE MONTH ZION:Zion is a 4-year-old sweetheart who survived the tragic fire this spring that destroyed his home at the Happy Cat Sanctuary. …more

by Debbie Tuma It was with great sadness that we said goodbye to a giant of Montauk, Emmett Gosman, at a wake held on June …more

by Debbie Tuma What do you get when you take a female artist of spiritual tapestries, designer clothing and jewelry, and put her together with …more

Star Spangled Banner Day Villanelle Reprinted for July 4, 2025 national celebration Fist in the air defiant Fight Fight Fight; America my home where my …more

Face to Face Fourth of July is here and for most that means half-day Fridays, school vacation, summer holidays, long weekends and Memorial Day-to-Labor Day …more

by Debbie Tuma Now there’s a chance to see incredible professional photography for sale at The Lucore Art Gallery in Montauk, through July 15. Their …more

Springs Library is introducing their second summer show, Point of View: Small Works at the Library, curated by mother/daughter team Andrea McCafferty and Sienna Hirschman. …more

“The Universal Timekeepers: Reconstructing History Atom by Atom”  (A Free, In-person Lecture) TUESDAY, AUGUST 19th, 7:00-8:30pm CO-HOST & LOCATION: East Hampton Library, 159 Main St, East …more

There will be a Full Strawberry Moon in Sagittarius on June 11, 2025  This will be the last full moon of spring in the sign of …more

Dear EarthTalk: What is “social housing” and how is it a climate solution?                     ~ H.N., Milwaukee, WI A house of one’s own has always been …more

Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost Although still mourning the loss of Pope Francis, life in the Catholic Church, as it does in the …more

So, it was a chilly, rainy Saturday…the perfect kind of day for baking a batch of chocolate chip cookies.  But, I haven’t been baking cookies …more

Lemonade, Lighthouses & Legacy: Rediscovering Edenton Our Edenton spring-break escape began in the most delightful way—second breakfast, anyone? Marcus and I kicked things off at …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Most people know what birth stone is represented by the month of their birthday, but how many …more

Animals of the Month GEMMA: Meet Gemma, an 11-month-old independent feline with a reserved nature. She’s not your typical lap cat, preferring to explore her …more

Shenanigans A devious ruse usually used for an underhanded purpose, tricky or questionable conduct or practices, mischievous, high-spirited activity. Unclear of the origin, the term …more

by Debbie Tuma When Debbie Blake Frasca was growing up in Montauk during the 1970’s, her father, Ronnie Blake, was the manager of Suffolk County …more

with Lawrence Spiro June is the traditional bridal month.  It is Spring at its best.   The sun which is not too hot, shines on the …more

Sold On Monday – by Kristina McMorris A 1948 photograph of four children on the steps of a home under a sign reading “4 CHILDREN …more

It’s such a rush performing on stage as an artist, I do live painting at events and I’m a musician as well in Montauk. Painting …more

Dear EarthTalk: How has the huge footprint of humanity forced other animal and plant species to evolve differently than they might otherwise have without people …more

Animals of the Month GRAYSON is a charming ten-month-old tuxedo kitty who came to ARF this summer through our Operation Cat program. He bonds quickly …more

Joe Cossentino grew up in Rockville Centre, NY and Montauk, NY. He attended St. Agnes, Molloy, Southside and East Hampton schools. He briefly attended the …more

Spring Break Adventure in New Smyrna Beach, FL Spring break had always been a time for fun and adventure for Marcus. Growing up in Germany, …more

May 2025 There will be a Full Flower Moon on May 12. This marks a time of abundant blooms and natural vibrancy. Traditionally named by …more

So, I had a realy big “oven stuffer roaster” in my freezer, taking up a lot of room, waiting for it’s opportunity to shine. I …more

 School of Surfers  Most surfers try to avoid the pack. Hiding secret spots from outsiders, scheduling when to surf to dodge the crowds, angling responsibilities …more

“LuSEE-Night: A Radio Telescope on the Far Side of the Moon”  (A Free, Virtual Lecture)   THURSDAY, MAY 8th, 7:00-8:00pm LOCATION: Hamptons Observatory (Online) CO-HOST: Suffolk …more

OUT EAST FROM ABOVE: An Aerial View of the South Fork… …is a cocktail table photo book created by sisters Laney Stewart and Kaeley Michaelson, …more

Hamptons Doc Fest, in partnership with the Southampton Arts Center, celebrates Mother’s Day this year for the first time. Ada Karmi Melamede is one of the …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Admittedly we are film buffs in our household. Whether it is a mystery, geographical topics, travel inspired or light hearted fantasy, …more