Montauk Columns

“Sunlight and Shadow: Build Your Own Sundial” (A Free, In-Person Event) SATURDAY, JULY 27th, 2-3:30pm LOCATION: South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo) 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, …more

Dear EarthTalk: We used to hear a lot about algae’s potential as a renewable source of biofuels. Is it still being cultivated and processed accordingly?               …more

June 2024 New Strawberry Moon June 6, 2024. The New Moon in Gemini on June 6, 2024, is a time for new beginnings, renewal, and …more

The Springs Historical Society continues its series SMALL WORKS AT THE LIBRARY. For this third of the small works shows, The Springs Historical Society welcomes …more

by Stefan Lonce As all of you who have been reading my column knows, I’ll do anything to NOT go to the grocery store.  As …more

by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel This is the year of the 33rd Olympiad and it will take place from July 26 to August 11 in France, …more

Mazatlán, Mexico: The ‘Pearl of the Pacific’ Nestled on the western coast of Mexico within Sinaloa’s vibrant state, Mazatlán shines as the ‘Pearl of the …more

This year, Father’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, June 16th. But, did you know that Father’s Day did not become a national holiday until 1972? …more

Sounds of Silence Ask any surfer what they love the most about surfing and the answers are variations describing pure fun.  One universal aspect subconsciously …more

by Debbie Tuma In honor of Mother’s Day, women comics stirred up laughter at the Sticks and Stones Comedy Club, newly located at the Southampton …more

It was the last Sunday in April and the Knicks were about to play game 4 of their first round playoff series against the Philadelphia …more

by Debbie Tuma Cindy Clifford, President of “Heart of Riverhead Civic Association,” organized a gathering of people at the Riverhead Library, to commemorate “Holocaust Remembrance …more

June is the traditional bridal month.  It is Spring at its best.   The sun which is not too hot, shines on the love between our …more

Dear EarthTalk: What’s causing the decline in U.S. wild turkey populations?   ~ John Groveton, Alexandria, VA Americans have always loved wild turkeys, perhaps too much. …more

Animals of the Month FIG: Beautiful Fig is a cat of few demands, content with the simple joys of life. She is mellow and tranquil, …more

Raglan… If Vermont wins the cheeky superlative as the ‘New Zealand’ of the United States, Raglan is easily the Montauk of New Zealand. Most surfers …more

Final Performer Line-up    Bethpage Federal Credit Union and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, are pleased to announce the …more

An Excursion to La Paz, Mexico                As we sailed along the expansive 5,800-mile Mexican coastline, my husband and …more

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