This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy are catching up on a busy week filled with exciting events, local adventures, and plenty of unforgettable moments — because there’s truly never a dull moment at Discover Long Island! Sharon fills us in on her time with the Discover Long Island team at IPW in Fort Lauderdale, where they connected with travel professionals from around the world to showcase everything that makes Long Island such an incredible destination. Stacy also recaps some recent staff adventures including the Long Island Choice Awards, LI250’s Planting It Forward initiative, and a beautiful day out in Northport with Onda Bella Cruises. From local happenings and community celebrations to standout Long Islanders and unforgettable summer events, this episode is packed with everything we love about life on Long Island right now.
#ShowUsYourLongIslander
This week we’re spotlighting Dr. Melissa Elliott-Brogan, a Suffolk County native, founder of Sardonyx Wellness, and creator of The Holistic Resilience Recharge focused on supporting mental health professionals and burnout prevention. She also leads the Long Island Social Work Facebook Group with more than 6,000 members while continuing to advocate for mental health awareness and community support across Long Island.
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#RevolutionaryRoots
This week we’re highlighting the Village of Babylon Historical and Preservation Society, which has helped preserve Babylon’s local history since 1974. The organization operates out of the former Babylon Library building and also helps maintain the historic Nathaniel Conklin House, offering visitors a glimpse into Babylon Village’s Revolutionary era roots and rich local history.
#LongIslandLife
This week we’re talking about a commuter story for the books after a sinkhole opened on the Long Island Expressway, causing a multi vehicle incident and major traffic delays along one of the region’s busiest roadways. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported and repairs were completed quickly with the roadway already reopened.
We’re also spotlighting standout student athletes from Riverhead High School after senior Colby Baran and sophomore Madison Marshak were named among Newsday’s top 10 Long Island high school golfers for the 2026 season.
Long Island shoppers may also notice some savings during their next grocery run as Stop & Shop rolls out lower prices across all 46 Long Island stores as part of a broader customer experience initiative.
Plus, Newsday recently highlighted some of Long Island’s best waterfront restaurants, including local favorites Cowfish in Hampton Bays, Duryea’s in Montauk and Orient Point, and Navy Beach in Montauk — all helping showcase Long Island’s iconic coastal dining scene.
#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland
Friday, May 29
West Side Story at The Gateway
The Prince of Egypt at The Argyle Theatre
Reflections in Music at The Church
Discovery Wetlands Cruise
Golden Hour Centennial Sails
North Fork Oyster Night
Three Village Farmers and Artisans Market
Saturday, May 30
Fleetwood Macked at CM Performing Arts Center
Nugent Carriage House Thrift Shop
Sunday, May 31
Drag Brunch at Frankie’s Fabulous Italiano
Peony Path Tour at Sagtikos Manor
For more events and things happening all across Long Island, please visit discoverlongisland.com/events.
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