Articles by Ken Giustino
In The Kitchen With The Editor: Cinnamon Streusel Apple Cake
by Stefan Lonce I first came aware of apple cake due to my best friend’s family. You see, I was invited every Friday night to …more
2024 Brings Grand Happenings for Steve ‘Puck’ Dolan
by Sue Giustino On Saturday December 30th, the bar was packed with friends of Puck– all there to wish him well and enjoy his last …more
FIRE ISLAND TO MONTAUK POINT
by Ken Giustino (FIMP) BEACH NOURISHMENT UPDATE This past storm has literally wiped out the Montauk town beach, exposing the sandbags that were placed to …more
Shagwong Tavern and Bar
by Sue Giustino A cozy pub for any time of year! Warm and welcoming, the atmosphere of the pub and dining area at the Shagwong …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: What are some New Year’s Resolutions I can make to help the environment? ~ M. Lind, Sturges, MI Given the escalating environmental challenges …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook with Francine Tesler: January 2024
January 2024 Happy New Year! On January 11, 2024, a New Moon in Capricorn began a new cycle. This aspect signifies a fresh start in …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
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
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
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
Gurney’s Star Island – Lobster Bake To Go
SCARPETTA BEACH ‘TO-GO’ MENU Grney’s Montauk- Scarpetta Beach and Gurney’s Star Island Resort and Marina Restaurants are open for take-out. Offering an array of menu …more
NICK’S ON THE BEACH OPENS IN MONTAUK MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND DONATES $10,000 TO MONTAUK FOOD PANTRY WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF RAISING $30K
Nick’s on the Beach is opening Memorial Day Weekend in Montauk, NY. Bringing back good food, good vibes, and good fun, the restaurant …more
indy home montauk opens for 2020 season
After owning a home in Montauk for 15 years, noted NYC interior designer Beverly Bartfeld took the plunge last summer and realized a dream, …more
Wildlife Matters…with Dell Cullum
June 2020 Bats and Diseases Let us talk about bats this month. Bats have certainly been in the news lately and I think it’s worth …more
Educational Websites for Parents & Kids
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel For adults these are trying times, and coping with the “new normal” is truly a learning process. In efforts to provide …more
East End Hoop Journal by Paul
I started this Journal back in late November with a trip to Richmond Virginia to watch local Bridgehampton High School product Charles Manning Jr and …more
Remembering Peter Beard of Montauk…
…Wildlife Photographer, Artist, Author and Environmentalist by Debbie Tuma It seems especially appropriate to be honoring and remembering Peter Beard around the time of Earth …more
Montauk Fire Department Corner – May 2020
Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Hello and welcome to this month’s edition of Montauk Fire Department Corner. I’m sure you all feel like …more
Wildlife Matters…with Dell Cullum
May 2020: When Do I Help? Happy spring once again folks. Summer is just a step ahead and we’re all still wondering when our country …more
Surfing Montauk with Debra Rose
May 2020 Surfers in the Distance “When the freedom they wished for most was the freedom from responsibility, then [they] ceased to be free.” – …more
The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons Needs Your Help!
During this unprecedented crisis ARF believes we have a civic responsibility to protect our employees and community from COVID-19 and reduce burden on hospitals and …more
EarthTalk…Questions and Answers About Our Environment
Dear EarthTalk: How is melting permafrost affecting communities in the Arctic and beyond? …more
Montauk Chamber of Commerce Announces New Director
The Montauk Chamber of Commerce announced today the hiring of its first new Executive Director in more than 16 years. Montauk resident Byor Kay Tyler …more
Paycheck Protection Plan
by Ken Giustino The Paycheck Protection Program, a federal relief program intended to provide small businesses with forgivable loans to keep workers employed during the …more
At The Senior Nutrition Center
March & April Birthdays by Patria Baradi Pacis March celebrants, Nilson Novoa, Frances Carroll and Eugene Beckwith and April celebrants, Myrna Syvertsen, Therese Jermain, Mary …more
Escape From Paradise…with Ingrid Lemme-Chalut
The Shepherds of Crete! Dear Reader. Since we are all in this ‘stay at home’ trauma together, there is no need to explain why we …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
The 2020 Fishing season is probably the most anticipated season in history. Meanwhile take advantage of the down time and go through all of your …more
Poetry Corner with Larry Spiro
This Mothers’ Day poem is dedicated to all the mothers who are putting their lives and families on hold to tend to the sick and …more
Brain Waves…with Debra Rose
Essential Use of Essential Oils Stressed out? Home more? Eager to try something to enhance your space and feel more relaxed? It’s time for dabbling …more
Montauk Food Pantry…
…working triple time to help serve our community! by Sue Giustino Established in 1984 by Fran Ecker, Ines Fox, and Shelly Engstrom when they discovered …more
A Memory of Legendary Photographer, Peter Beard
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel One of Montauk’s noted residents passed away recently, after having been missing for several weeks. The 82 year old photographer spent …more
Good News Planet with Paul Sladkus
May 2020 Dear Montauk Sun Readers, We all have heard about Heroes. We pray for all and look forward, maybe more than ever, to come …more
Reviewing Your First Aid Inventory
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Now since we have time on our hands and medicines are the topic of conversation everywhere, it is a good idea …more
Masks For Montauk
With an initial donation and support from the volunteer group East End Cares, a group of local Montauk residents have been making “Masks for Montauk,” …more
REST IN PEACE Cyril Fitzimons
by Ken Giustino On April 24th we lost another Montauk legend, Cyril Fitzsimons. Cyril was one of Montauk’s outrageous personalities. Over the years I’d stopped …more
Montauk Restaurants…Continuing To Do Take-Out!
by Sue Giustino New York State on Pause has been extended…Schools and nonessential businesses will stay closed through May 15th. While we are figuring out …more