Montauk Columns

Hurricane Erin Arriving at the end of August, Hurricane Erin’s path, power and predictions have been literally all over the map.  While local businesses, beachgoers …more

Montauk Dayz by Dan De Filippo A coming of age tale based on a summer filled with action and introspection About a month ago as …more

Animals of the Month SOOKIE: Sookie is a 17-year-old sweetheart who recently came to ARF after her owner could no longer care for her. This …more

by Debra Rose – Photos courtesy of PMC/Sean Zanni The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) honored Ellen and Chuck Scarborough on 16 August …more

When the Blue Ridge Turns to Gold: Apples, Pumpkins & Wine in Hendersonville, NC It was one of those soft Carolina afternoons when the mountains …more

So, it was one of those days when I forgot to take something out of the freezer for dinner and I didn’t realize it until …more

by Sue Giustino New owner…same great Fudge and lots of other yummy Stuff Fudge ‘n’ Stuff has been a staple in Montauk for years – …more

Dear EarthTalk: Is it true the northern lights will be more intense over the next 50 years, and if so, why? Will this have any …more

Friday Classic Film Series Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/montauk-library-52388952453 September 5: 5-7pm TWENTIETH CENTURY: 1934 – PG – 1h 31m Directed by Howard Hawks John Barrymore, Carole Lombard …more

Full Corn Moon (Lunar Eclipse) in Pisces: September 7 – Get ready for a magical evening on September 7, 2025! The Full Corn Moon will shine …more

“Seeing the Night Sky Through Timelapse Photography” (A Free, Virtual Lecture) TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th, 7:00-8:00pm CO-HOST: Amateur Astronomers Association SPEAKER: George Preoteasa REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://bit.ly/AstroPhotoTalk …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Statistics show that the most popular mode of transportation for vacations is the automobile.  Airline and trains might be faster for …more

by Debbie Tuma Under a gigantic tent on a sunny August afternoon, about 100 prominent authors gathered on the lawn of Herrick Park in East …more

Our Best Friends We inherently know pets are good for us, and current research on the connections between pet ownership and longevity, relief from trauma, …more

This poem is a gentle muse of a soft realty. Death has the final say…but that’s OK  –  Lawrence Spiro The spring wears its colors …more

                    New York Marine Rescue Center (NYMRC) will be hosting our 28th Annual 5k Run for …more

This month’s beautiful cover photo of Ditch Plains Beach, is courtesy of local photographer, James Katsipis.  James has supplied us with many beautiful cover photos …more

How a Personal Tragedy Turned into the Walk of a Lifetime by John Lomitola It all happened so quickly, the last few weeks, crushing the …more

Photos by Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Good day and welcome back to the Montauk Fire Department Corner. I hope everyone is having a nice …more

Animals of the Month LION: Lion is a mellow, dignified gentleman who has a heart full of love. With his soft orange coat and soulful …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Heading off to the beach with your swimsuit, towel, and blanket packed is a typical August pastime. Knowing how fashion keeps …more

Mountains, Meals and Miracles: The Rebirth of Banner Elk   Tucked into North Carolina’s High Country, Banner Elk is where the mountains meet the soul, …more

by Matty Duffy There’s nothing like Ditch Plains Beach, my favorite place on Earth. When I swim out quickly on my boogie board, I see …more

Shred The Love The 27th Annual Rell Sunn contest held in Ditch Plains in Montauk on July 19th was an all-around smashing success.  Always run …more

by Willow DuBrovin Carastina DuBrovin doesn’t spill the tea, she whips the butter. Her small-batch, handcrafted flavored butters are turning local tables into moments worth …more

* This month’s guest writer: Joe Pipolo “Robert Shaw: An Actor’s Life On the Set of ‘JAWS’ and Beyond” by Christoper Shaw Myers Near the …more

I don’t know about you, but I’m kind of tired making bread or muffins every time I have over ripe bananas that I’m trying to …more

  There will be a Full Sturgeon Moon in Aquarius on August 9, 2025: Get ready to mark your calendars for an extraordinary night on August 9, …more

Dear EarthTalk: I’m a renter and can’t put solar panels on my building’s roof even though I would like to. Someone suggested I look into …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel As most residents know, the Montauk Library offers a host of delightful programs year-round that are educational, cultural and inspirational topics. …more

by Debbie Tuma International Opera and Broadway singer Cristina Fontanelli and her “Fabulous Friends” performed at Duck Walk Vineyard in Southold on July 19. She …more

by Debbie Tuma The first time I saw a show at the Gateway Playhouse in Bellport, was when I was 12 years old, and away …more

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