Long Island Tea

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Stacy and Sharon are spilling the tea on the people, places, history, culture, and experiences that make Long Island such a special place to live, work, and visit!#ShowUsYourLongIslander This week’s spotlight features Basia Kurlender, founder of Ballpark Figure Booking, a DIY organization bringing Long Island’s independent music and arts communities together in creative new ways. From live music and interactive art workshops to pop-up galleries, book launches, and community events, Basia is creating new spaces for artists and young people to connect, create, and experience something new. We’re talking about her work with libraries, bookstores, breweries, nonprofits, and the Patchogue Arts Council, including the 2025 PAC-MoCA Skate Festival, which brought roughly 500 people together.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#HiddenGemsUncorked We’re exploring Heckscher Park in Huntington Village, an 18-acre cultural and community gem featuring scenic walking paths, gardens, public art, a pond, and the Heckscher Museum of Art. With more than a century of history, the park is a beautiful reminder that some of Long Island’s best treasures are hiding in plain sight.#LongIslandLife We’re discovering Long Island’s history from the water with the Long Island Lights Tour.National Beach Day is August 30! We’re talking about enjoying Long Island’s beaches beyond the traditional summer season while keeping water safety top of mind. We've also got anew blog, “Making Summer Last: Long Island Is Always in Season,” with ideas for enjoying warm September days, waterfront sunsets, outdoor dining, wine country, parks, walkable downtowns, and weekend adventures well beyond Labor Day. Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog.We’re celebrating National Dog Day on August 26 with a roundup of dog-friendly Long Island adventures, from breweries, wineries, restaurants, parks, and beaches to pet-friendly places to stay.Plus, the Rites of Spring Music Festival returns to the North Fork and East End September 11–13.#CelebriTEAWe’re looking ahead to Taylor Dayne’s hometown show at The Suffolk in Riverhead on September 17 and celebrating her Long Island roots, as well as the opening of Saylor Beach House in Greenport.And Billy Joel’s early story is coming home to Long Island with the world premiere of 1971: Billy Joel’s Lost Interview at the LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival in Stony Brook on September 25.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, August 28 • Matt Fraser | The Suffolk Theater, Riverhead • Hampton Classic Horse Show | Bridgehampton (Through August 30) • Summer Community Dinner | Heckscher Museum of Art, Huntington • Architecture & Collections Tour | Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, Centerport • Teacher Appreciation Week | Splish Splash Water Park, CalvertonSaturday, August 29 • The Sixties Show | The Paramount, Huntington • East End Arts Summer Soirée | Strong’s Water Club & Marina • Dan’s White Party | Hallockville Museum FarmSunday, August 30 • Little Shop of Horrors 40th Anniversary Screening Hosted by Ellen Greene | Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts, PatchogueConnect with us: Instagram: @longislandteapodcast TikTok: @longislandteapodcast YouTube: Discover Long Island Facebook: Long Island Tea Podcast X: @liteapodcast Email: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com Shop: Discover Long Island Shop

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Stacy and Sharon are coming to you from Port Jefferson as they experience the Suffolk County Oyster Jamboree and Frolic at Harbor Front Park! They dive into Long Island’s rich oyster and maritime history, explore the local businesses and experiences throughout Port Jefferson, and celebrate the people, traditions, food, and stories that make Long Island such a special place to live, work, and visit.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Mike, co-owner of Toasted Oysters, a veteran-owned oyster farm cultivating authentic Blue Point oysters right here in the Great South Bay. A Long Island native and U.S. Navy veteran, Mike shares how he and longtime friend and business partner Ray Smith Jr. built a thriving local business rooted in community, service, and one of Long Island’s most iconic natural resources.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#LongIslandLifeWe're raising a glass to Greenport Harbor Brewing Co., which has been crafting beer on the North Fork since 2009. From its original tasting room in Greenport Village to its Peconic location, the brewery brings plenty of North Fork flavor to the Oyster Jamboree with a lineup of local favorites.We’re also sharing a kid-approved Long Island adventure guide, highlighting family-friendly experiences across the South Shore, North Shore, North Fork, South Fork, and Farmingdale.Plus, Long Island’s wine country is getting some well-deserved recognition at the 40th Annual New York Wine Classic, where local vineyards earned numerous medals, including top honors for Duck Walk Vineyards, Wölffer Estate Vineyard, and Pindar Vineyards.#LongIslandRevolutionaryRootsThis week, we're diving into Long Island’s oyster heritage and the important role oysters have played in our region for centuries. From the growth of the oyster industry in the 1800s to the famous Blue Point oyster and Port Jefferson’s maritime roots, we explore the history behind one of Long Island’s most iconic natural resources.We’re also joined by Barbara Ransome, Director of Operations for the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, to talk about the village’s history, tourism industry, local businesses, and what makes Port Jefferson such a special destination. We're also joined by another SURPRISE guest... #HiddenGemsUncorkedThink you know Long Island? There’s a whole world waiting beneath the surface! We’re exploring the Roanoke Barges in Baiting Hollow, where divers can discover four wooden hulls resting just offshore and encounter marine life including lobsters. This beginner-friendly dive site is just one example of the fascinating underwater adventures waiting to be discovered around Long Island.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, August 21• Waterdrinker Honey Festival – Waterdrinker Family Farm, Manorville (All Weekend)• Bark and Bites – Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern, Stony Brook (All Weekend)• Chance The Rapper: Coloring Book 10 Year Anniversary Tour – The Paramount, HuntingtonSaturday, August 22• Sabbath: Long Live Ozzy – Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts• Kerry Kearny’s Master Class Guitar Symposium – Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame• The Long Island Premiere of Rocky the Musical – CM Performing Arts Center• Sunset Adventures: Booze Cruise – Tequila – Long Island Aquarium, RiverheadSunday, August 23• Hampton Classic Horse Show – Bridgehampton (August 23–30)For more events and things happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#LongIslandLifeWe’re heading to Shelter Island, which is getting major attention from Vogue as a chic, quieter alternative to the Hamptons and North Fork. From beautiful beaches and nature preserves to charming hotels, boutique stays, and an exciting food scene, we’re talking about what makes Shelter Island such a unique Long Island escape.

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recap Sharon’s exciting experience moderating the “Own Your Voice” conversation at the Herald Long Island WE Summit, where she connected with inspiring women and celebrated the power of finding your voice. Stacy also recaps her early birthday trip, where she “discovered” Long Island and celebrated her big weekend exploring the North Fork. Plus, they’re talking Long Island creators, hidden waterfront gems, summer events, local healthcare, public art, hometown traditions, community kindness, exciting new Long Island residents, and so much more happening across Long Island.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week’s spotlight features Long Island sand sculptor Tony Cusicanqui, better known as the “Long Island Sandman,” whose incredible beach creations have become a staple of summers across Long Island.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#HiddenGemsUncorkedMcAllister County Park, better known as Pirates Cove, in Port Jefferson, a secluded waterfront spot offering breathtaking views of Port Jefferson Harbor and Long Island Sound.#LongIslandLifeFrom National Relaxation Day and the Suffolk County Oyster Jamboree to top local hospitals, new public art in Amityville, the return of the Hampton Classic, STEAM education, a heartwarming story of community kindness, Adventureland’s National Roller Coaster Day, and a new chapter for two iconic Long Island grocery stores, we’re talking about what’s happening across the Island.#WildThingsoftheWeekThere’s a new eight-armed resident at the Long Island Aquarium, and the aquarium’s newest Giant Pacific Octopus has been named Squish!#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFrom live music and drone shows to farm fun, outdoor art, a soirée at OHEKA Castle, the Suffolk County Oyster Jamboree, the Polish Town Fair, and a waterfront celebration at Claudio’s, we’re sharing some of the best things happening across Long Island this weekend, with even more at discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEAIt’s the end of an era for the Snooki Shop in Huntington, but the celebrity café scene continues on the East End with Bethenny Frankel’s new Supermodel Cafe coming to East Quogue.Connect with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: https://discoverlongisland.com/contact/Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recap Sharon's inspiring appearance at the Schneps Connects Long Island event, where she shared Discover Long Island's mission and the powerful impact tourism has on our region. They also chat about the Partnership Team's interactive presentation to the entire Discover Long Island staff and celebrate Stacy's well-deserved promotion to Chief Strategy Officer after stepping up as an incredible leader helping shape the organization's vision and future. Plus, they're talking Long Island creators making an impact, one of the world's rarest ecosystems, hometown brands, summer festivals, lighthouse history, exciting new ways to explore the East End, and so much more happening across Long Island.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Long Island creator Katherine Schiro, whose authentic fashion, motherhood, and body positivity content has inspired more than 600,000 followers while encouraging women to embrace confidence at every stage of life.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#HiddenGemsUncorkedThis week we're exploring the Dwarf Pine Plains in the Long Island Central Pine Barrens, one of the world's rarest ecosystems where unique pitch pine forests and scenic trails create an unforgettable outdoor adventure.#LongIslandLifeSharon and Stacy finish the sentence, "You know you're on Long Island when..." before chatting GOAT USA's hometown success, August festivals and fairs, new direct weekday train service to Montauk, Cedar Island Lighthouse's restoration, Honor Flight Long Island, Northport Books' anniversary, Shark Shack's return, Jones Beach's historic bathhouse reopening, and our newest guide to Long Island's best boardwalks and beach trails.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFrom farmers markets and sunset sails to family shows, live music, and Taylor Swift tributes, we're sharing some of the best events happening across Long Island this weekend, with even more at discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEAKnicks legend Walt "Clyde" Frazier makes a stop on Long Island, while Stacy shares a fun connection to Mike DelGuidice and Northport's own Wheatus during a memorable concert story.Connect with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: https://discoverlongisland.com/contact/Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy are back from an inspiring week at the Destinations International Annual Conference in Portland, where they connected with tourism leaders from around the world and returned with fresh ideas they'll be bringing back to Discover Long Island. They recap the highlights from the conference before diving into all things summer, including free adventures across Long Island, camping on the North Shore, incredible wildlife encounters, and asking listeners what's in their Long Island camera roll.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features former WNBA player and Commack High School standout Samantha Prahalis-Holmes, whose free girls basketball clinic in Hauppauge is helping inspire the next generation of Long Island athletes both on and off the court.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing [spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com](mailto:spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com).#HiddenGemsUncorkedThis week we're uncovering the Elizabeth A. Morton National Wildlife Refuge in Noyac, a peaceful coastal preserve where scenic trails, native wildlife, and stunning bay views make for one of Long Island's most beautiful hidden gems.#LongIslandLifeA Long Island camera roll check, the rediscovery of a nearly 40-year-old Girl Scout time capsule in Northport, free summer adventures across Suffolk County, and camping on Long Island's beautiful North Shore.#WildThingsOfTheWeekA rare killer whale spotted off the coast of Montauk has us celebrating another unforgettable wildlife encounter in Long Island waters.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 31• North Fork Oyster Night – Suhru & Lieb Vineyards | Cutchogue• Party on the Point – The Gateway's Annual Summer Fundraiser | Bellport• Summer Community Dinner – The Heckscher Museum of Art | Huntington• La Hora Mágica – RGNY Vineyard | RiverheadSaturday, August 1• The Warped Tour Band – The Suffolk | Riverhead• Tiki Joe's Free Summer Concert Series – Meschutt Beach | Hampton BaysSunday, August 2• Sunday Brunch Sail – East End Charters | Sag Harbor• Edie Falco in *The Year of Magical Thinking* – Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center | Westhampton BeachFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEAThe Hamptons are back in the reality TV spotlight as former *Real Housewives of New York City* stars film their new E! series, *The Golden Life*, across some of Long Island's most iconic East End locations.Connect with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: https://discoverlongisland.com/contact/Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Stacy and Sharon are back in the studio after three incredible remote podcast recordings across Long Island, and while it's nice to be home, they already can't wait to hit the road again! The ladies catch listeners up on their recent adventures before diving into exciting stories happening across Long Island, sharing their "Beach Bag Confessions" and the one item they can't imagine spending a day at the beach without.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Southampton High School graduate Kodiak Tarrant, who made New York State history as the first student to earn the New York State Seal of Biliteracy in the Shinnecock Algonquian language, helping preserve one of Long Island's oldest Indigenous traditions.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#HiddenGemsUncorkedThis week we're uncovering the Sunken Forest at Fire Island National Seashore, a globally rare maritime holly forest that's one of Long Island's most remarkable hidden natural treasures.#LongIslandLifeWe're chatting about the inaugural Suffolk County Oyster Jamboree & Frolic, Long Island's thriving theater scene, Centerport native Marisa Rizzuti's appearance on Jeopardy!, celebrating National Wine & Cheese Day, and how Discover Long Island continues expanding accessible tourism in recognition of National Disability Independence Day.#WildThingsOfTheWeekMeet the Long Island Game Farm's newest alligator residents, get an update on the rescued bald eagle Stars and Stripes, and celebrate two inspiring wildlife stories happening right here on Long Island.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 24• Hamptons Greek Festival (All Weekend) – Southampton• Stony Brook Film Festival (Final Weekend)• Get The Led Out – The Paramount• Yellow Brick Road: A Tribute to Elton John – The SuffolkSaturday, July 25• Riverhead Paddle Battle LI• Luxe Life LI's Monte Carlo – OHEKA Castle• Pirates & Mermaids Family Fun Day – Long Island Museum• Sensory Sensitive Performance of How I Became a Pirate – CM Performing Arts CenterSunday, July 26• Farmers Markets in Southampton & Port JeffersonFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEALong Island is getting another pop culture shoutout as Parker Posey partners with Cutwater Spirits for its new "The Longest Island" campaign celebrating the iconic Long Island Iced Tea.Connect with us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastEmail: https://discoverlongisland.com/contact/Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, we're celebrating one of Long Island's most beautiful summer traditions with a visit to Lavender By the Bay on the North Fork! Surrounded by thousands of blooming lavender plants, Sharon and Stacy sit down with co-owner Chanan Rozenbaum to learn how this family-owned farm has become one of Long Island's most iconic summer destinations.Sharon and Stacy also catch us up on the grand reopening of the Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe, an elegant afternoon at OHEKA Castle's Formal Garden Party, and a special family milestone as Sharon takes her daughter to her very first concert. Plus, they're sharing hometown success stories, hidden gems, wildlife encounters, and plenty of ways to make the most of summer on Long Island.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Long Island native Carolyn Miller, who is returning home to headline a free concert at Heckscher Park in Huntington during the Huntington Summer Arts Festival.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#TasteOfLongIslandPeak lavender season has arrived at Lavender By the Bay, and this week we're joined by co-owner Chanan Rozenbaum to learn how the beloved North Fork destination has become one of Long Island's favorite summer traditions.From the breathtaking lavender fields to handcrafted products in the farm shop, Chanan shares the story behind the farm, what makes visiting during peak bloom so special, and why families return year after year to experience the beauty of lavender season.#HiddenGemsUncorkedThis week's hidden gem is 67 Steps Beach in Greenport.#LongIslandLifeThis week we're discussing:-The return of the 31st Annual Stony Brook Film Festival, bringing world premieres, acclaimed independent films, and filmmaker Q&A sessions to Long Island.-Long Island native Matt Seelinger achieving his lifelong dream by making his Major League Baseball debut with the New York Mets-A free community nature walk at Indian Island County Park in Riverhead, offering families the opportunity to explore Long Island's incredible wildlife and natural beauty.-Discover Long Island's newest summer travel blog, highlighting some of the best destinations, hidden gems, and coastal escapes to explore this season.#WildThingsOfTheWeekThis week we're sharing two unforgettable wildlife stories:-Apollo, a 13-year-old Shih Tzu, who was miraculously reunited with his Florida family after somehow traveling more than 1,000 miles and ending up at a Long Island animal shelter.-An endangered fin whale making a rare appearance off the coast of Hampton Bays, giving local drone photographer Virginia Fitzgerald an incredible once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the second-largest animal on Earth.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 1731st Annual Stony Brook Film Festival – Staller Center for the Arts | Stony Brook (All Weekend)Adventureland Drone Light Show – Adventureland | East FarmingdaleWild Child: A Tribute to The Doors – The Paramount | HuntingtonBeautiful: The Carole King Musical – The Argyle Theatre | Babylon (All Weekend)Hamptons Greek Festival – Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church | Southampton (All Weekend)Saturday, July 18Sunset Music: Dan Bailey Tribe – Wölffer Wine Stand | SagaponackLive Music with Katt Rardi – Bridge Lane Wine | MattituckHow to Make a Comic Book Workshop – Gallery North | SetauketMattituck Summer Concert Series – Veterans Memorial Park | MattituckSunday, July 19Antique Car Show – Sagtikos Manor | Bay ShoreFIFA World Cup Final Watch Party – Patchogue-Medford Library | PatchogueBroadway Under the Stars – Celebrate Saint James Summer Concert Series | St. JamesFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEALong Island native Melissa Joan Hart and her mother, Paula Hart, will receive the inaugural Vanguard Legacy Award during the first-ever Sayville International Film Festival this August.

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, we're keeping Long Island's LI250 celebrations going with a special on-location episode filmed at the historic William Floyd Estate in Mastic Beach! As the home of William Floyd, one of the few New Yorkers to sign the Declaration of Independence, this remarkable landmark offers the perfect backdrop to continue celebrating Long Island's vital role in America's founding. Of course, William Floyd was a proud Long Islander!Sharon and Stacy also catch listeners up on everything happening at Discover Long Island, including the organization's successful quarterly immersion in Huntington, where the leadership team shared an inside look at the year-round work that drives Long Island's visitor economy. They also recap a fun staff outing at Adventureland, where the team got a firsthand look at the exciting new attractions and enhancements guests can experience this season.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Long Island photographer Xiomaro (See-Oh-Mah-Ro), whose remarkable exhibition, *The Seat of Action* at the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook, is helping visitors experience history in an entirely new way. His striking photographs of the William Floyd Estate offer a rare and deeply personal look at the life of William Floyd, the only Long Island signer of the Declaration of Independence.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing [spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com](mailto:spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com).#LongIslandRevolutionaryRootsThis week, we sit down with Fire Island National Seashore Superintendent Alexcy Romero from the National Park Service for a fascinating conversation about the William Floyd Estate. Alexcy shares what makes this historic property so special, why preserving William Floyd's legacy is so important, and what it means to lead the dedicated team responsible for caring for one of Long Island's most significant Revolutionary-era landmarks. It's an inspiring look behind the scenes at the people working every day to preserve Long Island's place in American history.Plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/fiis/planyourvisit/williamfloydestate.htm#LongIslandLifeThis week we're discussing:-A major naturalization ceremony in Central Islip, where 86 people from 37 countries officially became United States citizens.-The East End Seaport Museum's restoration project preserving the iconic Bug Light lighthouse on the North Fork.-More than $10 million in new state funding expanding childcare opportunities for Long Island families.-Two 12-year-old entrepreneurs from Islandia turning a pandemic hobby into a successful baking business.-Some of the best ways to enjoy Long Island's waterfront this summer, from sailing adventures and fishing charters to scenic cruises.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 10Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience – Suffolk TheaterThe Wedding Singer – John W. Engeman TheaterVintage Vinyl: Paint & Pour Workshop – Long Island Museum of American Art, History & CarriagesBay Shore Farmers MarketNeon Nights – Splish Splash Water ParkSaturday, July 11Nikola Tesla Expo – Tesla Science Center at WardenclyffeShelter Island Fireworks Cruise – Sail SelinaNugent Carriage House Thrift Shop – Southampton History MuseumSunday, July 12Sea Glass Festival – Whaling Museum & Education Center of Cold Spring HarborHuntington Lighthouse ToursFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.Call us at 877-386-6654 x400 and tell us "How YOU Doin'?" We'd love to hear from you, and don't forget to leave us a review!Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastWebsite: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/long-island-tea-podcast/Events: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/events/

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.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis 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.#LongIslandRevolutionaryRootsThis 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.#LongIslandLifeThis 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.#ChariTEAThis 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.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 3Freedom Fest – Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald HillLong Island History HuntAnnual July 3rd Celebration – AmityvilleHalsey House GalaLong Island Ducks Fireworks WeekendSaturday, July 4Riverhead America 250 Parade & FireworksNeon Nights – Splish Splash Water ParkHuntington Pet ContestSunday, July 5Port Jefferson 250 Block PartyFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEAThis 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.Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastWebsite: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/long-island-tea-podcast/Events: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/events/Email: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comShop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com/