This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, it's a milestone episode as we kick off Long Island's LI250 celebrations while celebrating 250 episodes of the Long Island Tea Podcast! Stacy and Sharon reflect on an exciting week, including recording a special on-location episode at Twisted Cow Distillery, announcing Sharon's new role stepping in as President & CEO of Discover Long Island, and looking ahead to the next chapter for both the organization and the podcast!
They also dive into some of the stories shaping summer across Long Island, from the region's growing craft beverage scene and Revolutionary history to fireworks, live music, local food, and the people and places that make Long Island such a special destination.
#ShowUsYourLongIslander
This week's spotlight features Don Ryan, who spent more than 60 years mentoring young athletes through basketball while emphasizing education, character, and community. His influence reached generations of players, including Julius Erving, Ken Chenault, and Steve Mills, and his legacy continues to inspire through the book When Basketball Was a Game.
Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.
#LongIslandRevolutionaryRoots
This week we're spotlighting the Northport Historical Society & Museum, a featured stop on the Suffolk 250 Passport. Housed in the historic Carnegie Library, the museum explores Northport's maritime heritage, local history, and the people who helped shape this North Shore community.
#LongIslandLife
This week we're discussing:
-Our special on-location episode from Twisted Cow Distillery and its commemorative America 250 bourbon.
-Forbes' spotlight on Bedell Cellars and Long Island Wine Country.
-The viral Trader Joe's mini tote craze across Long Island.
-Fireworks season, Freedom Fest, and LI250 celebrations.
-Free outdoor concerts happening across Suffolk County this summer.
-Mann's Homemade Ice Cream's floating ice cream boat serving the South Shore.
#ChariTEA
This week's ChariTEA honors Coach Chris Polhemus of Smithtown, who celebrated his retirement after 40 years of teaching by walking 88 miles from Commack to Montauk, raising more than $12,000 for United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island.
#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland
Friday, July 3
Freedom Fest – Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill
Long Island History Hunt
Annual July 3rd Celebration – Amityville
Halsey House Gala
Long Island Ducks Fireworks Weekend
Saturday, July 4
Riverhead America 250 Parade & Fireworks
Neon Nights – Splish Splash Water Park
Huntington Pet Contest
Sunday, July 5
Port Jefferson 250 Block Party
For more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.
#CelebriTEA
This week we're spotlighting Long Island native Landry Shamet returning home after helping the Knicks win the NBA Championship, along with Snooki's upcoming appearances in Huntington and Smithtown. We also celebrate Long Island's LI250 festivities with a Billy Joel tribute concert at Fireman's Park in Cold Spring Harbor.
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