“I’m just a regular guy,” says the Reverend Michael Rieder, who likes to be called “Mike” and was installed as the pastor of St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church on... more
The first in a new annual series of guided seal observation hikes at Montauk State Park kicks off this weekend, with programs running through April 2026. Led by a State Park naturalist, the two-hour educational hikes give visitors the chance to explore Montauk’s scenic shoreline while observing as many as five species of wintering seals off Long Island’s easternmost point. Participants may also spot winter birds and learn about the area’s distinctive marine geology. Hikers should meet at the park office in the lower parking lot and arrive 10 minutes before the start time. The hikes take place outdoors; winter-appropriate ...
by Staff Writer
Our Fabulous Variety Show will host a full weekend of performances at Guild Hall during the first weekend in December. The festivities begin with “The Holiday Spectacular,” featuring shows on Friday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, December 7, at 2 p.m. The production will showcase festive dance numbers and seasonal skits created during the group’s fall semester, with performances by local students enrolled in weekly classes in lyrical, jazz, tap, musical theater, pom dance, ballet and acting. On Saturday, December 6, at 7 p.m. OFVS will present its “Melt Away Holiday Cabaret,” a family-friendly variety show featuring drag ...
by Staff Writer