Montauk Columns

by Stefan Lonce I know, I know.  I just did an apple pie a few months ago.  But, this is different. This is an apple …more

For regular programs for adults & children go to: https://montauklibrary.org/calendar/ Montauk Library events are FREE and OPEN to the Public. VERRAZZANO IN HIS OWN WORDS …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel How many of us recall Highlights for Children, the educational magazine, we enjoyed it ourselves or it was introduced to our …more

Aurelia was known to many around Montauk as happy, upbeat, smiling, always giving a wave as you drove past while she was walking, and eager …more

May 2024 On May 7, 2024, there will be a New Moon in Taurus, also known as the New Flower Moon. The Taurus New Moon …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel If it has been a long time since you visited a museum in New York City, spring is the perfect time …more

Late April ushers in May Madness in college lacrosse. On Sunday, April 14th I traveled 92 miles up island to Bethpage Federal Credit Union Stadium …more

The following poem is a sonnet—sort of.  A sonnet’s theme is one inspired by love and natural beauty.  This poem has a sonnet form however …more

Dear EarthTalk: I heard we’re running out of so-called “tonewoods” for making acoustic guitars. Are there are alternative materials that eco-minded luthiers can switch to? …more

Embarking on a Bahamian Adventure in Nassau! To our new readers curious about my choice of titling the travel segment as “Escape ‘from’ Paradise” rather …more

For regular programs for adults & children go to: https://montauklibrary.org/calendar/ Montauk Library events are FREE and OPEN to the Public. Tue, April 2, 2pm – …more

Animals of the Month PUMPKIN: Friendly and playful, three-year-old Pumpkin is a gentle soul with a pleasant disposition. Pumpkin was rescued this past fall, along …more

Upcoming Free Lectures… “Observing April’s Solar Eclipse: A Practical Guide” DATE: Monday, April 1, 2024 TIME: 7:00 – 8:00 PM SPEAKER: William Francis Taylor, MSc, NASA Solar …more

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

Pack Your Bags… It’s that time of year to escape the long chilly months of early spring and surf some waves on another part of …more

Someone Else’s Shoes – by Jojo Moyes With her signature humorous writing style, Jojo Moyes has a way of looking on the bright side of …more

April 2024 There will be a Mercury retrograde on April 1, 2024. It’s going to be entirely in fiery Aries. This means we should be …more

********************************************** The Library by Willow DuBrovin I look to thoughts for comfort, a thirst for knowledge, I couldn’t quench. I venture to fulfill, I venture …more

There’s nothing like March Madness in college basketball. Most teams have to win their conference tournament to get into the field of 68 that compete …more

by Debbie Tuma The Riverhead Chamber of Commerce held its monthly Networking Event at the East End Arts nearby on Main Street in Riverhead, on …more

Many Moods of Travel What brings out the best of moods, and the worst of moods? Travel of course!  Even with the best planning and …more

Trish, as everyone knew her, was born on March 29, 1966. She went to grammar school in Manhattan at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, afterwards …more

by Sue Giustino The Deep Hollow Ranch is the oldest working ranch in the U.S.A. Established in 1658, its history is rich. Still today it’s …more

Celebrating Loreto: A Jewel in Mexico’s Crown Spanning from the southern borders of the United States, Baja California is the world’s second-longest peninsula, sandwiched between …more

Animals of the Month SASHA: This three-year-old charmer absolutely loves being brushed. Sasha is looking for a personal groomer (we mean forever home) that can …more

Author Fredrick Bachman Years ago, someone in my book club recommended we read A Man Called Ove. It was a great read, both entertaining and …more

DATE: Sunday, March 3, 2024 TIME: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm CATEGORY: Film Screening & Discussion TITLE: RETURN TO SENDER: Women of Color in Colonial Postcards …more

by Debbie Tuma As a child, Graham Diamond loved to write stories, illustrate them, and turn them into comic books. He especially liked dinosaurs and …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel What makes a memorable movie besides the all important story line?  Often it is the “chemistry” between the two lead characters …more

HIGHLIGHTS A NEW EQUAL RIGHTS PROTECTION AMENDMENT TO THE NYS CONSTITUTION ON NOVEMBER BALLOT Saturday, March 9, 1-5 p.m., at LTV Studios, Wainscott             Set …more

March 2024 New Worm Moon: On March 10, a new moon in Pisces will be called the New Worm Moon. During this time, it is …more

On Saturday February 17th I drove 94 miles up island to the David S. Mack Sports Complex at Hofstra University in Hempstead. Little did I …more

Dear EarthTalk: What ever became of the Biosphere 2 project in Arizona and what did we learn from it?         ~ B.C., Tampa, …more

The Embrace by Willow DuBrovin   As I look beyond the window, my fingers yearn To touch the snow that has last returned. The winter’s …more

Minnesota native Mariah Miltier, has been promoted to executive director of the Montauk Chamber of Commerce, replacing former director Jennifer Fowkes. Ms. Miltier originally joined the chamber in …more

Animals of the Month THYME: Two-year-old Thyme is one of the 14 cats that we now refer to as our “Thanksgiving” cats, rescued from a …more

Say Aloha! Cruising to Hawaii! Hawaii is a place that many people dream of visiting, and I was one of them. My husband had been …more

An anacoluthon is a word that describes a certain way of expression that breaks a grammatical sequence.   The description is similar to the latin nominativus …more

          Deborah L. Thompson, 73, peacefully passed away at her home in Montauk while surrounded by family on December 6, 2023. …more

The Man on the Train by Debbie Babitt “It was as if time had stopped when the body was dragged from the ocean. The intervening …more

By Sue Giustino The 16th annual Sag Harbor Doc Fest was a huge success. For 7 days in early December, Doc Fest events highlighted films …more

The start of the new year is the perfect time to contemplate happiness. Notoriously a season that is often held accountable for zapping joy, winter …more