Trunks of Love
…by Debbie Tuma In an effort to help preserve animal species around the globe, the third annual Trunks of Love Gala was held in August …more
Montauksun Story
Montauk Fire Department Corner
Welcome everybody to this month’s Montauk Fire Department Corner. I am sure you feel as I do that this summer really flew by. It’s hard …more
MVA Honors Three Montauk Ladies
This year’s annual Montauk Village Association’s (MVA) Greenery Scenery Event was a sold out event mainly because of the three inspirational Montauk women that were …more
Insightful Impressions…Astrology Outlook
…by Francine Tesler Virgo (August 24 – September 22) — Happy birthday Virgo! This week calls for patience. Returning to old projects may be just …more
Block Island Goes “Off The Grid”
…by Debbie Tuma While Montauk residents are still researching the prospect of building wind turbines at sea, their Block Island neighbor officially went off the …more
Beauty Tips by Britt
…by Brittany Cabrera Back-To-School Beauty As summer draws to an end, a new school year ushers in. Whether you are going back to school as …more
Montauk Playhouse Gala 2017
…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel It’s impossible not to mention “Montauk” without thinking SURFING in the same sentence! In this east end community’s early years, fishing …more
Ellen Hermanson Foundation Fundraisers
…by Sue Giustino The Ellen Hermanson Foundation hosted a gala fundraising event held on Thursday, August 10, at the Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton, NY. …more
Yours In Healing with Dr. Rachel Lys, DPT
BACKPACK TIPS for a Healthy School Year After spending the summer riding bikes, swimming and playing sports, heading back to the classroom can be a …more
Chefs and Champagne Dazzles Once Again!
…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Another successful James Beard Foundation (JBF) event was held on the stunning grounds of the Wolffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack. Well …more
Health a Plenty
…by Kimberly Experian Zucchini Bread It’s zucchini season! Enjoy this end of summer squash in this easy to make bread. 3 medium sized zucchini, grated. …more
SummerDoc Screening in Montauk
…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Under a hazy summer evening sky, Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Spa welcomed over 300 guests for an advanced viewing of Take …more
RUSCHMEYER’S Hotel-Kitchen-Bar
…by Sue Giustino Nestled away on Second House Road in a quiet wooded location overlooking the lake, Ruschmeyer’s offers a laid-back alternative for fine dining. …more
HIFF 2017 and its Top Ten Stars
…by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel If you have never experienced the Hampton International Film Festival (HIFF), this is the year you must do it! Now celebrating …more
Fishing Montauk with Captain Skip
2017 is still going strong! Gee, where do I start? Just about every fishery has been producing steady action and some really nice fish coming …more
Montauk Village Association’s 56th Annual Membership Meeting
by Patria Baradi Pacis On June 24, 2017, members of the Board of the Montauk Village Association (MVA) held its 56th annual meeting at the …more
Beauty Tips by Britt
by Brittanty Cabrera Sun – Care Warriors There is nothing better than a sun-filled summer day in Montauk! I love the sun, but I do …more
We Out Here – A Textural Experience
by Lorraine Salvato “WE OUT HERE” A Textural Experience, was featured this July at the Atlantic Terrace. The art show, curated by Sara Furey and …more
Escape from Paradise
by Ingrid Lemme-Chalut Somewhere frozen in Time — Mackinac Island As much as Montauk is America’s most quintessential fishing and beach town, Mackinac Island is …more
THE CLIENT DECIDES…A LITIGATOR’S LIFE
by Sue Giustino After a 45 year prestigious career at one of the country’s leading law firms, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, a Montauk …more
YOURS IN HEALING with Dr. Rachel Lys, DPT
Remember to stay safe when exercising in the Summer Heat Summer has arrived and so has the heat. As you continue exercising this summer, remember to protect …more
Pauline Fotopoulos’ Shell Art
Pauline Fotopoulos has collected shells and created art with them as early as the 1970’s from shells found on the beaches of the North fork …more
Gosmans Summer Concert Series
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Delightful Outdoor Entertainment It was another lovely summer evening of fine entertainment on the grounds of the Gosman Restaurant complex by …more
Surfside Restaurant…
by Sue Giustino …A memorable place to enjoy delicious food with a view Prior to becoming Surfside Inn and Restaurant in the 80’s the property …more
Backyard at Sole East
by Sue Giustino A Unique Boutique Resort Located on Second House Road on the outskirts of town, Solé East is a full-service Boutique Resort. Hidden …more
Casual and Coastal…Navy Beach
by Sue Giustino Overlooking Fort Pond Bay and Gardiner’s Island, the 200-foot private beach is an idyllic setting for this nautically themed bar and dining …more
Duryea’s Lobster Deck
by Sue Giustino Duryea’s Lobster Deck on Fort Pond Bay offers one of the best outdoor dining locations in Montauk. The deck leading up to …more
O’Murphy’s Restaurant…Pleasing Guests for Over 30 Years
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel When eating at O’Murphy’s Restaurant people know it is a place where guests can expect an extensive variety of menu choices, …more
Montauk Parasail…A Great Family Outing
by Hanna Pipolo Montauk Parasail, boarding off the dock at Star Island Yacht Club & Marina was the perfect family outing. We had high expectations …more
A Day of Fishing to Remember…on November Rain
by Sue Giustino Although the sky was grey and we endured a bit of pelleting rain… boy did we catch fish. There were five of …more
U.S. Coast Guard Commissions The “John L. Behan”
Story and Photos by Richard Lewin Richard Lewin Professional Photography (soniboy@aol.com) Not only was it an important moment in United States history on Wednesday, …more
Montauk Welcomes Laird Hamilton
by Evelyn J. Mocbeichel Each year the Hampton International Film Festival (HIFF) hosts a SummerDoc Series in the Hamptons. In October its huge film festival …more
About Our Cover
Cover Art by Dalton Portella “The Whale photo that inspired the watercolor on the cover was bycatch from a shark cage dive I did with …more
“Escape from Paradise” – Pura Vida in Paradise
Not so long ago travelling into the jungle was a thing for professionals and adventurers who were comfortable with a tent or a simple hut. …more
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Gurney’s GIRLS NIGHT OUT is back and this year it was a huge success. Supporting the Southampton Hospital Coalition for Women’s Cancerthe Friday evening event …more
HARVEST ON FORT POND
A favorite among locals and visitors, the Harvest is a place to dine for a special occasion or even no occasion at all. With the …more
Shagwong Tavern
With one season in, the continued improvements to the nostalgic Shagwong Tavern and Restaurant on Main St. in the heart of Montauk are not just …more
New Additions to Botanical Gardens Train Show!
Now celebrating its 25th year this wonderful family holiday excursion grew even nicer with the addition of two new replicas to the magnificent display. Our …more
Stony Brook University Partnership
This May, The Montauk Sun will be hosting its 8th annual Montauk Music Festival! Eight years of memories that have brought the community together for …more