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NEWSLETTER

APRIL 13, 2020

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Welcome to our third Community Newsletter, created to keep you informed and connected as we all navigate this “new normal.” This issue includes some health and wellness-related information. We’ve also updated the list of Montauk restaurants and food purveyors offering take-out and delivery. We’re grateful for our Montauk community and all of the essential workers, individuals, organizations, and businesses who are pitching in to support all of us. If you have Montauk community information to share, please send an email to our Development Director, Julia McCormack at: jmccormack@montaukplayhouse.org and we’ll do our best to include it in the next issue!

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FREE MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS RESOURCES
COVID-19 is a challenge to the mental health of all of us. Now, New Yorkers have a new free resource to help. In partnership with Governor Cuomo, Headspace is offering a variety of science-backed meditation, sleep, and movement exercises to help support New Yorkers during this challenging time. Learn more

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NEWS FROM OUR LOCAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS
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BETTINA SCHULER, L.AC.
Bettina Schuler of Ocean Healing Arts shares the following update on her practice: “During these unprecedented times of social distancing, I am now offering Tele-Health in lieu of in-person appointments. I am happy to help support you with herbal medicine, essential oils, acupressure, health and wellness consultations, guided imagery and meditation.” View Bettina’s website to learn more about her Tele-Health services.
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DR. RACHEL LYS
Dr. Lys of East Hampton Physical Therapy in Montauk shares this update on her office: “In these challenging times, physical and mental pain still need to be addressed, so we want to assure the Montauk community that we are still open to help in any essential recovery needs. Health and safety remain a top priority for our business and we’ve greatly reduced the number of patients seen and we are spacing patients apart inside the facility as well. We can also offer existing patients Tele-health appointments on request. For more info on East Hampton Physical Therapy, visit their website.

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ACTS OF KINDNESS
MASKS FOR MONTAUK
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Bonnie Brady initiated an effort in collaboration with East End Cares to create protective face masks for our Montauk EMS workers, essential workers, volunteers—and anyone in Montauk who needs/wants one. Donna Matlock (in photo) designed the mask template and, along with Joy Hear, is helping to organize the material gathering and the cutting/sewing with the help of a group of Montauk volunteer seamstresses.

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ACCESS FREE AUDIOBOOKS & EBOOKS WITH YOUR MONTAUK LIBRARY CARD
The Montauk Library has thousands of ebooks and audiobooks that you can borrow instantly, for free, using just the device in your hand. Have your library card number handy and click the link below to download the LIBBY APP for phones and tablets. It’s super easy to get started! The Montauk Library also has a variety of online services to explore for children and adults. Visit their website and follow them on Facebook for all their latest news!

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AQUATICS & CULTURAL ARTS
CANDACE CESLOW |
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The beautiful paintings of the ocean byMontauk fine artist Candace Ceslow are making us long for summer swims! Her pieces really capture the colors of Montauk and the dynamic feeling of our ever-changing ocean. View her website candaceceslow.com, where you can purchase original works and prints, and follow her on Instagram at: @hellocando
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PAUL SIMON
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In case you missed it, Montauk’s own Paul Simon recently posted a video on his website of a special performance of his song “The Boxer,” in dedication to the people of New York. It’s a beautiful acoustic version of the famous song and we love that he’s sporting a Montauk t-shirt! Click here to view

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MONTAUK FOOD PANTRY UPDATE
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The Montauk Food Pantry has increased distribution to meet the community’s needs. Click here to read the recent Independent article on their efforts, by T.E. McMorrow (who also took this photo of pantry volunteers Cristina Coste and Terry Berger). The best way to help the Pantry is to purchase Montauk IGA Gift Cards and mail them to: Montauk Food Pantry, P.O. Box 997, Montauk NY 11954

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VIEW MONTAUKET SUNSETS ONLINE!
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One of the things we miss the most during this time of social distancing is enjoying a beautiful sunset at the Montauket. So, we’re grateful that the crew over there has been regularly posting time-lapse sunset videos online! Follow the Montauket on Instagram at @montauket_hotel and on Facebook to watch.

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UPDATED: MONTAUK FOOD TO-GO
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Here’s the latest list of spots offering take-out and delivery—with Primavera and Sammy’s joining the list this week. Click the names below to go to their websites, where you can view menus/ordering guidelines. Support our local spots by ordering a meal to go!

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UPDATED: GROCERY DELIVERY & PICK-UP OPTIONS
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Several businesses are offering online shopping and pick-up or delivery to Montauk that may be faster than national chains. Click the bold blue business names listed below, which are direct links to their websites, to see their offerings and ordering instructions. This week, we’ve added Naturally Good and Sammy’s to the list.
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Naturally Good: This healthy Montauk mainstay (pictured above) offers grocery shopping via email, click on the link for details. All orders must be submitted by 2 pm for same-day pick up.
Sammy’s: Sammy’s is offering a “Stay at Home Stash” order of two weeks of fresh fruits and vegetables for $50. Place your order by Apr. 14 for Apr. 18 pick-up. Click on the link for full details.
Gosman’s Fish Market: Fresh local/specialty seafood and more. $100 min., $15 delivery charge.
Balsam Farms: Offering free home delivery to Montauk with a $50 min. order.
Baldor Specialty Foods: Offering free home delivery to Montauk with a $250 min. order.

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SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
The Montauk Chamber of Commerce has information on their website relevant to the Montauk business community, including resources and links for small business owners. Learn more

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Montauk Playhouse Community Center

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AAQ Resource:

Riverhead Ford | Riverhead Lincoln

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