The Lantern Room
by Joseph Pipolo The Montauk Lighthouse Relights Historic Fresnel Lens The beacon knows her way around and around always looking, all ways. Perpetually piloting, her …more
Montauk Columns
Books, Books, Books with Sue Giustino
FAMILIA by Lauren Rico In addition to being one of the top Classical music broadcasters in the country, Long Island native, Lauren Rico decided to …more
Act 1 Makes a Curtain Call
by Sue Giustino Montauk Local, Captain Chuck ‘Chuckie’ Morici had much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, after a close call with his 60-foot trawler …more
Sgt. John L. Behan Memorial Park
by Sue Giustino November 11, 2023 was a perfect fall day for the large group of family, friends, and neighbors who gathered to honor the …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: With colder weather on the way, what are some cheap and easy ways to winterize my house that will save energy? …more
Veterans Day at the Montauk Playhouse
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel The annual Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony was held once again on November 11th at 11 a.m. at the Suzanne Koch …more
Escape from Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
Mexico’s Cabo San Lucas Who hasn’t heard or seen pictures of Cabo’s world famous natural arch? Cabo San Lucas, also simply known as Cabo, is …more
December at the Montauk Library
Right This Way: A History of the Audience with Robert Viagas, theatre historian and author Sunday, December 3, 2023 2:30 pm – 4:00 …more
Christmas Traditions Old and New
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Families around the world will soon be celebrating one of the most beautiful, blessed holidays of all…Christmas. What is particularly special …more
All Aboard The NYBG Train Show!
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Once again the fantastic Holiday Train Show® made its grand return to The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) in November, and runs through …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
The Economy of Surfing The ocean did not change…you did. Surfers are aware of the power of the ocean, and lately the ocean is benefiting …more
Paul Snyder’s Holiday Hoop Journal
Most college basketball teams started their 2023-24 season on November 6th. I was excited to watch the Radford University Highlanders open up against number 19 …more
ARF Hamptons This Month: December 2023
Animals of the Month KITTEN: Eight-year-old Kitten’s favorite spot is up high in one of ARF’s cubby holes, where she can observe the world around …more
Poetry Corner with Lawrence Spiro
by Lawrence Spiro So you think winter is fun. Read on…. Interrupt The wind roars and shrills quaking through the shaking sill. She shifts her …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
The Power of Plants The secrets of life are often revealed through the small details… If you find yourself inside more for the next few …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook with Francine Tesler: December 2023
There will be a Full Moon on December 27, 2023. This Full Moon will be in Cancer. Many names know the December full moon, which …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip: December 2023
Another great season out here in Montauk, truly one of the fishing capitols of the world. Just about every specie we have out here cooperated …more
About This Month’s Cover…
Our cover this month, courtesy of Sue Giustino, features a scene from last year’s Magic of Montauk Holiday Fair, on the Town Green. Last year …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner: December 2023
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Hello, and welcome to this month’s edition of Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope everyone had a wonderful …more
Montauk’s November Entertainment
November Entertainment Dive Bar Pizza November 4th Jettykoon 7pm November 10th The Waylan Brothers 7pm November 11th Ray Red Band November 18th Bingo Bango 7pm …more
Books, Books, Books with Sue Giustino
Miracle and Wonder: Conversations with Paul Simon Miracle and Wonder: Conversations with Paul Simon, is a 5 hour and 45-minute intimate musical biography narrated by …more
16th Annual Hamptons Doc Fest
16th ANNUAL HAMPTONS DOC FEST SCREENS 30 FILMS OVER SEVEN DAYS, NOV. 30-DEC. 6 LIVE AT SAG HARBOR CINEMA & BAY STREET THEATER Pennebaker Career …more
Kevin McCrudden: “The Light of Man”
by Debbie Tuma Sag Harbor resident Kevin L. McCrudden held a viewing of his globally unifying and award-winning documentary, “The Light of Man” at the Southampton Cultural …more
Paul Snyder’s Inshore Journal: November 2023
Captain Steve took me, with Jerry, Jim, Steve’s cousin John and Paul, on a blackfish trip to Fishers Island on Wednesday October 25th. Although it …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
Montauk – A Blue Zone? Can Montauk be a Blue Zone? Kale smoothies, collagen boosters, under eye serum. Secrets to longevity lie not in our …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
Physical Therapy Have you recently checked the surf only to end up on the bench instead, missing out on great waves due to an orthopedic …more
ARF’s Annual Stroll to the Sea
by Debra Rose The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) held their 30th Annual Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk, a magical day for …more
ARF Hamptons This Month: November 2023
Animals of the Month BUTTERS: This young, petite, black beauty is known for her cheery disposition! Butters came to ARF through our Operation Cat program …more
Poetry Corner with Lawrence Spiro
This poem requires thought but don’t hold back in connection with our times. The grandeur of imagery with lights reigning from the To devastate …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip: November 2023
Finally!! The Blitz is on and it started October 22nd. The birds are on them and there’s no shortage of action! Great to see the …more
STARS SHINE AT 31st HAMPTONS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
by Debbie Tuma photos by Regina Jacina Back in the mid- 1960’s when I was at East Hampton High School, and Simon and Garfunkel had …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner: November 2023
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Welcome to this month’s edition of the Montauk Fire Department Corner, where every month I have an opportunity …more
At The Hamptons Observatory: November 2023
Upcoming Free Virtual Lecture… “The Total Solar Eclipse: Describing the Ineffable” DATE: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 TIME: 7:00 – 8:00 PM PRESENTER:Dr. Kate Russo, Founder, …more
Native American Culture
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel During elementary school grades the study of Native American Tribes often becomes more prevalent preceding our Thanksgiving celebration. Most people do …more
Documentaries – Inspiring Film Choices
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Whether attending a film festival, like the recent Hampton International Film Festival (HIFF) or watching television at home on a streaming …more
Escape from Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
Pura Vida Puerto Vallarta, on a Port Day! One of our favorite places, the city of Puerto Vallarta in Mexico, has recently received the distinguished …more
November at the Montauk Library
Discussion: “Seen Behind the Scenes” with Steve Taub, Producer, Writer & Director Sunday, November 5, 2023 2:30 – 4:00pm Cost: FREE & OPEN TO …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: How are recent heat waves around the world affecting wildlife? ~ T.C., via email It would be hard to ignore the heat waves …more
2023 Montauk Seafood Festival !
The seafood festival is an annual fundraiser for the MONTAUK Friends of Erin and the East Hampton Kiwanis Club. It was this September and was …more
Congratulations Abbey Harris and Benjamin Levine
Suzy and Greg Harris of Montauk, New York are proud to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Abbey Harris to Benjamin Levine, son of …more
Montauk Meeting House Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Michael Tenore
Dr. Tenore received his medical degree from NYIT College Of Osteopathic Medicine. He is a family physician and is seeing patients in Montauk on Monday …more
Moloney Celtic Tours…
by Sue Giustino …Travel like a Local Eighteen fun-loving women, + one funny, knowledgeable and patient Irish bus driver/ guide, + one Irish born enthusiastic …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook with Francine Tesler: October 2023
Did you know the upcoming new moon on October 14, 2023, is the Hunter’s Moon? This name was inspired by Native Americans who would prepare …more
HIFF Returns to the East End
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Where can you look over an extensive list of soon to be released feature and international films, shorts, and lectures and …more
Brain Waves with Debra Rose
Wild About Honey We often shop on autopilot, even for items we consume for our health and longevity. As the knowledge of how our brains …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: What can I do this fall to ensure my garden looks its best next spring? …more
Escape from Paradise with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
Sulphur and Salt in WV’s Greenbrier Valley West Virginia’s Greenbrier Valley is famous for its captivating fall beauty, rolling farmlands, and its vibrant tapestry of …more
Ghosts, Ghouls, Goblins and Jack O’Lanterns
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel With Halloween approaching, the excitement is mounting for young children anxious to go Trick or Treating on October 31st. What costume …more
October at the Montauk Library
EXHIBIT: Immigration in New York State, 1650-1950 This exhibit focuses on historic immigration to New York State from the arrival of Dutch settlers through the …more
In The Kitchen With The Editor: Quick & Easy Chocolate Loaf Cake
by Stefan Lonce I love chocolate and cinnamon…especially together! What I don’t love is getting dressed and leaving the house should I come down with …more
Poetry Corner with Lawrence Spiro
This Villanelle is dedicated to the lost love of a poet. Grey (Lawrence Spiro) Grey falls from the dim sky I am alone. The fading …more
Paul Snyder’s Inshore Journal: October 2023
Brenda and Bruce had come from Pennsylvania for a four night five day Montauk vacation from September 17th to the 21st. On September 20th they …more
Riverhead Blues Festival Returns
by Debbie Tuma After a 10-year hiatus, downtown Riverhead was once again packed with people enjoying a music fest entitled “Blues on the River 2023.” …more
ARF Hamptons This Month: October 2023
Animals of the Month CRYSTAL: With her piercing green eyes, whiskers that go on forever, and her adorable white feet, five-year-old Crystal is a stunner! …more
Books, Books, Books with Peg Pipolo
the stark beauty of last things a novel by Celine Keating Book launch party: Saturday, October 28, 6pm at The Carl Fisher House, 44 Foxboro …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
It’s Not About the Wave “You should have been here yesterday!” Most surfers have been taunted by this common post-surf report, delivered cheerfully with a …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip: October 2023
The Fluke finally decided to join the party! Action picked up at just about all the spots. The southside & down the beach was very …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner: October 2023
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Good day and welcome to this month’s edition of Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope everyone had a …more