New Normal in the Bay

4/2/2020

The Eyes Have It - April 2020

Local artist Marian Glaser on her bike is a familiar sight around Bay St. Louis - but her mask is a reminder of our "new normal."

In this series of photo essays, the Shoofly Magazine showcases the work of area photographers. Their only instructions? Show us the coast through your lens.

This month we feature the work of writer/blogger Lisa Monti, who has captured Bay St. Louis as few have seen it: shut down. Most retail stores are closed, and those restaurants that haven't shuttered are serving take-out only.

We hope this snapshot of our city is unique, and that residents, staff and visitors can return soon to our shops and restaurants.

In the meantime, check out our directory of local businesses that have retooled to offer pick-up, take-out and online services - we know you'll want to support them through the crisis!

All quiet on Main Street in Bay St. Louis, MS

Hollywood Casino in Bay St. Louis - closed.

Chalkboard sign outside of Baytique hopefully directs potential customers to their Website for online shopping.

School in Bay St. Louis is closed; school bus sits idle.

The Ugly Pirate in Bay St. Louis would be bustling on an average 80-degree afternoon, but today the bar/restaurant is closed, its tables empty.

Clothing retailer Island Girl Outfitters hopes online sales will help compensate for lost foot traffic during the shutdown.

Several people take a fresh-air break and practice their "social distancing" at the Washington Street pier.

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