Happy New Year Hot Teas! Are you exciTEA'd for an amazing 2025?! The ladies are back to catch up on all the holiday festivities from their time off, some goals/accomplishments Discover Long Island has already as we start the new year and where to "treat yo'self" when it comes to wellness getaways here on Long Island. We're also spilling on Meghan Markle's big return to social media and if we "Listen and don't judge" ...

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Sipping into the New Year with some delicious 2022 Cabernet Franc from Chronicle Wines in Peconic! “The Best Kept Secret Of The North Fork”

This award-winning women-owned business has a variety of wines available to shop in-person and online. “Every Bottle Holds a Story” Check out some of their fun & educational events coming up including Soup Bowl Nights, Winemakers Happy Hour and more! Learn more about their wine + how to join their wine club at chroniclewines.co *You can also find them on our mobile app!*

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Former Long Island congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy, who served in the House for 18 years, honored at the White House with the Presidential Citizens Medal.

New Blog: New Year, New You: Relaxing Long Island Getaways

-Evolve Spa in Great Neck

-Naturopathica in East Hampton

-Gurney’s Montauk

-The Spa at East Wind in Wading River

-Shou Sugi Ban House in Water Mill

-AIREM Modern Beauty Rituals in Syosset and at Topping Rose in Bridgehampton

-Paddle Board Floating Yoga from Salty Soul Yoga (multiple locations)

-Joy of Acupuncture in Huntington

-Alex Accardo Studio in Huntington

Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog

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Friday, January 10th

Friday Night Flights at Corey Creek Taproom

LongHouse Illuminated

G.E. Smith&The American Blues w/ Special Guest Jimmy Vivino @ The Suffolk

Saturday, January 11th

Winter Watershed Walk Series at Peconic Bog County Park

Classic Stones Live at The Suffolk

Sunday, January 12th

Fearless: The Taylor Swift Experience at The Suffolk

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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It’s our last episode of 2024 Hot Teas! This week we’re talking last minute holiday shopping, goals for the new year and some exciting highlights from the year including on Spotify alone where we saw a +29% rise in Followers, +23% rise in Streams, & 70% of all our listeners this year were new listeners! TikTok saw a staggering 2791.2% growth Instagram also soared with a 64.7% growth in followers in 2024 - We can’t wait to thrive in 2025 with you all and wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season!

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J&H Jewelry in Bellmore! Don’t worry Hot Teas - You still have a few days to fit in some last minute Holiday Shopping.

Not only do they offer a distinctly different inventory than your local jewelry store, but they also have a variety of other services. Most importantly, they buy jewelry (all kinds of jewelry, not just gold!). They also specialize in expert delicate repairs, offering appraisal services, personalized styling suggestions and more.

Learn more about their beautiful store at jandhjewelry.com

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-Thanks to our Hot Teas and Followers of Discover Long Island for voting, because we won a Platinum Choice Award for Smart Meetings 2024 “Celebrating Extraordinary Venues and Destinations”

New Blog: Gift Ideas to Shop Small This Holiday Season

-Subscription Goodie Box curated by Trellus or the LocaLI Bred Box

-Handcrafted Home Goods from Gallery North & The Weathered Barn

-Sweet Treats from Bon Bons Choclatier, Dissent Chocolate, & The Biscotti Company

-Pet Care Items from Harbor Pet

-Pampering/ Wellness Gifts from The Wellness Stop, Joy of Acupuncture & Evolve Spa

-Seasonal Brews from Long Island Farm Brewery (Their “Lighten Up” Winter Ale)

-Sports Lessons from Pickleball Xpress in Islip, X-Golf Commack & Westbury

-A Picture Perfect Gift from our partners like Benny Migs Photos & Selfie Clubhouse

-See A Show at CM Performing Arts Center, Engeman Theater, Landmark on Main St. Theatre Three, The Paramount or The Suffolk

-Get ahead on the thrill seeking fun with season passes to Wildplay, Adventureland, Splish Splash, Urban Air Adventure Park and more!

-Or take a day trip to the BRAND NEW Belmont Park Village now open!

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Friday, December 20th

A Classical Christmas, The Suffolk, Riverhead

Riverhead Holiday Light Show at Splish Splash Waterpark

Saturday, December 21st

East End Holiday Farmers Market, Twin Fork Beer Co

Bonac Festival of Lights in East Hampton

Miracle on 52nd Street, The Suffolk, Riverhead

Sunday, December 22nd

Sunrise Hi Railers Train Display at The Shoppes at East Wind

It’s a Wonderful Life & Frozen at The Suffolk, Riverhead

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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Happy Holidays Hot Teas! The ladies are back this week with an ExciTEAing remote episode in front of the fireplace at Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern at Three Village Inn in the heart of Stony Brook Village - the perfect place to embrace the cozy holiday feels this season. They catch up us up on their Thanksgiving experiences (including Sharon's frozen roadtrip), chat about Holiday Events coming up at Mirabelle as well as the rest of Long Island and share some highlights from the 2024 Discover Long Island Tourism Awards Gala!

#TasteOfLongIsland

Mirabelle Restaurant & Tavern - Known as the Old Homestead, the original structure of Mirabelle at Three Village Inn was built in 1751 by Richard Hallock.

Holiday Events (Celebrate Holiday Elegance!)

-Santa and Friends Magical Brunch (December 14th, 15th, 21st & 22nd )

-Christmas Eve 3 Course Prix Fixe Dinner

-New Year’s Eve Gatsby Gala

-New Year’s Day Brunch

Reserve your experience at mirabelleatthreevillageinn.com

*You can also find them on our mobile app!*

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New Blog: Toast National Repeal Day and Long Island History

#ChariTEA

Anthony Suppa reached out to us to share more about the Frantoni's Restaurant 13th Annual Toys for Tots Fundraiser at Oheka Castle!

For the past 13 years, Marine Corps Veteran Anthony Suppa and his team Mike Mistretta , Steve Mistretta and Donna Neuman - owners of Frantoni’s Restaurant on Long Island, have made it their mission to spread joy and generosity during the holiday season. This year, they continue that tradition with the 13th Annual Toys for Tots event, hosted at the renowned Oheka Castle on December 15, 2024, from 12 PM to 3 PM.

Learn more/Donate: https://business.syossetchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/VeFGB9xHNCeC9

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Friday, December 13th

Friday Night Flights at Corey Creek Tap Room

LongHouse Illuminated

Big Little Holiday Party at East Wind

Saturday, December 14th

North Fork Holiday Stroll

Meet Santa in Sag Harbor at Long Wharf

3rd Annual Magic of Montauk Holiday Fair at the Village Green

3rd Annual Lighted Boat Parade & Holiday Party in Montauk

A Swingin’ Christmas with Louis Prima Jr. & The Witnesses at The Suffolk in Riverhead

Sunday, December 15th

LI Baroque Ensemble Holiday Performance at North Fork Arts Center in Greenport

Rockabilly Christmas at The Suffolk in Riverhead

Christmas Show at Polish Hall in Riverhead

Brunch with Santa at Desmond’s Restaurant at East Wind Long Island

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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Happy Thanksgiving Hot Teas! This week the ladies are sharing some ExciTEAing places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with the family as well as some fun places holding events during the holiday weekend - Not to mention a BEAUTIFUL Taste of Long Island from our friends at Limani Grille in Commack! We've also cracked the code on what to do when AI takes over the world...

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Lily's in Babylon - Traditional American paired with Irish Pub Fare. From bar snacks to entrees, and traditional Irish fare to sandwiches, they’ve got what your palette’s craving! We’re showcasing their Shepards Pie (ground beef, onions, carrots, celery, mashed potatoes, gravy) & The Reuben (thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, 1000 island dressing, Swiss, toasted rye) they are both a Lily's staple & are comfort meals.

Check out some upcoming events including Dueling Pianos for Thanksgiving Eve (first come first serve) the Holiday Bash on Dec 1st, Paint Night Dec 16th, & the Breakfast/Lunch with Santa Dec 21st!

Check out their catering packages and learn more at lilyflanaganspub.com

*You can also find them on our mobile app!*

#LongIslandLife

-Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade just bought a chic beach house on Long Island — and, no, not in the Hamptons… a $2.6 million beach house in Jamesport!

-Del Vino Vineyard, located in the heart of Northport, has been named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in America for the fourth year in a row!

New Blog: Skip the Stress: Where to Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner on Long Island!

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Friday, November 29th

-Annual Candlelight Tour & Tree Lighting at Southold Historical Maple Lane Complex

-County Parlor Holiday Folk Art & Gift Show at Hallockville Museum Farm (All Weekend)

-Bonac Festival of Lights in East Hampton (Friday and Saturday)

Saturday, November 30th

-Sunrise Hi Railers Train Display at The Shoppes at East Wind (All Weekend)

-Montauk’s Annual lighting of the Lighthouse

-East End Holiday Farmers Market in Riverhead

-Saturday Tours at Bedell Cellars

-Southampton Christmas Light Parade, Tree Lighting and Fireworks

-Riverhead Holiday Light Show at Splish Splash Water Park (All Weekend)

-Holiday Wreath Workshop at Corey Creek Tap Room

Sunday, December 1st

-Santa at Montauk Lighthouse

-Brunch with Santa at Desmond’s

-Afternoon Tea at The Baker House 1650

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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The Holiday Heat is ON this week on Long Island Tea! We’re so fortunate to welcome Television Star, Cameron Mathison to the show discussing the upcoming Great American Family Christmas Festival coming to The Park at UBS Arena, his vast career in holiday films/soap operas we all know and love, as well as some of his favorite memories from past experiences on Long Island. The ladies chat about some exciting events happening this week as we enter the holiday season and are enjoying a fabulous Taste of Long Island from our friends at Limani Grille in Commack!

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Limani Grille in Commack - Providing customers with the best ingredients, produce, seafood and fish that the world has to offer. All made possible through relationships with purveyors, farmers and fishermen domestically and from the Mediterranean. Give the gift of an unforgettable dining experience this holiday season or even book your team’s holiday party at their beautiful restaurant!

Learn more at limanigrille.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*

#LongIslandLife

Long Island is hosting the first Great American Christmas Festival, opening this Friday, November 22, at The Park at UBS Arena & we have one of the stars who will be kicking off the event here today to tell us more!

Learn more about the festival at theparkatubsarena.com

One of Long Island’s most iconic voices — that unmistakable cadence announcing “ron KON ko ma” to Long Island Rail Road passengers — has passed away.

Van Ritshie, the Long Island Rail Road voice actor who became a cherished and often mimicked presence for commuters, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 3, following a brief illness, his family announced this week. He was 80 years old.

With a five-decade career as a radio personality and voice-over artist, Ritshie’s distinct voice is forever etched into the memories of countless LIRR riders

Greenport & Port Jeff listed in TravelMag as most charming towns/villages in NY

JONES BEACH MAGIC OF LIGHTS OPENS THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd

Two East End Wineries Receive State Awards

In recognition of their impactful contributions to New York’s wine industry, Macari Vineyards and Bedell Cellars, two esteemed wineries located on Long Island’s East End, were honored at the New York Wine & Grape Foundation’s 2024 Unity Awards.

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Friday, November 22nd

Moondance: The Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute at The Suffolk

Riverhead Holiday Light Show

Saturday, November 23rd

WHB Farmers Market at the Village Green

5th Annual North Fork Festival of Trees

For more details + additional events happening visit eastendgetaway.com

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IT'S TIMEEEEE! The Queen says it's time and we couldn't agree more - this week the ladies catch up and discuss "slow shopping" as we approach the holiday season. Something else exciting to enjoy around the holidays is our Taste of Long Island by White Post Farms in Melville where you can enjoy a DELICIOUS treat from their market. We of course have some fabulous Long Island Life as well as exciting things to do This Weekend on the East End.

#TasteOfLongIsland

Soaking up the cozy season with a slice of Pumpkin Bread from our friends at White Post Farms in Melville! Award-Winning & Farm-Made pies on premises that can be shipped anywhere - Perfect for a corporate, family/friend or teacher gift - or to bring to a holiday house party! Take the family to enjoy a great day at the farm and experience meeting the Giraffes, Ronnie’s Birdie Landing, Magic Shows, Pony Rides and so much more! They also offer birthday parties and were voted ‘Best of LI” for Long Island’s Best Farms - Learn more at whitepostfarms.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*

#LongIslandLife

PSEG Long Island Raises Thousands Of Dollars For Breast Cancer

A walk was held at Jones Beach State Park to support the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. The event topped $70,000 in donations!

Long Island Wine Country Legacy Dinner to Celebrate Bedell Family

Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame sets 20th anniversary 'Holiday Celebration'

New Blog: Seasonal Slices and a Glass of Wine: Fall's Best Wine Pairings

-Head on over to Melville and pick up a pie at White Post Farms. Their pumpkin pie won a National Pie Contest Award in 2017! Pairs well with Peconic Bay Vineyards Chardonnay 2022.

-Stop by Pietros in East Meadow for the best SQUASH PIZZA SLICE this season! Pairs well with McCall 2014 Hillside Pinot Noir.

-Enjoy Apple Pie from Harbes Orchard pairs well with Sparkling Pointe 2019 Brut

Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog

#ThisWeekendOnTheEastEnd

Friday, November 15th

Truman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 7p

Saturday, November 16th

WHB Farmers Market at the Village Green 9a-1p

Truman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 2p

The Great American Soulbook at The Suffolk 8-10p

Sunday, November 17th

Holiday Princess Tea Party at the Sea Star Ballroom 10a

Truman Capote’s “The Thanksgiving Visitor” at Southampton Arts Center 2p

Some Enchanted Evening at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 8p

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY HOT TEAS! We are so excited and proud to have been spilling all the #LongIslandTea with each and every one of you for FOUR YEARS… to celebrate the ladies are indulging in Apple Cider Donuts and Wine from Harbes Family Farm and Vineyard + Michael has some fun trivia for both our hosts and listeners on some of the highlights/most fun moments from over the last year. We also are excited to announce an exciting new partnership with East End Getaway transforming our weekend events segment to “This Weekend on the East End!” To make this episode even better… WE HAVE NEW MERCH!!! Check out our brand-new winter essentials at shop.discoverlongisland.com also... we are paying tribute this week to Peanut #IYKYK

#TasteOfLongIsland

Not only is it the 4 Year Anniversary of the Long Island Tea Podcast, it’s also the 35th Anniversary of Harbes Family Farm in Mattituck!

We’re celebrating with some delicious seasonal apple cider donuts from their farmstand and some bubbly Blanc De Blancs from Harbes Vineyard - Using only estate Chardonnay grapes, this sparkling wine was produced using the traditional méthode champenoise. Absolutely delicious with wonderful pear aromas and small pearlescent bubbles this wine has a refined mouth feel and a refreshingly dry finish. Awarded gold at the 2022 New York Wine Classic.

Take advantage of the farm for the rest of the fall season (private birthday party bookings available and for school field trips!) and enjoy 3 for $20 or even 5 for $30 Tastings at the vineyard! Learn more at harbesfamilyfarm.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*

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We’re proud to announce our newest segment and sponsor, East End Getaway showcasing all of our good friends on the East End of beautiful Long Island. Each week we’ll be bringing you all of the most exciting events to experience out east from vineyards to theaters to hotels - Here is what is happening #ThisWeekendOnTheEastEnd

Friday, November 8th

Slam Poetry at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 7p

Fish & Sips at Long Island Aquarium 7-10:30p

The Four Horseman at The Suffolk 8-10p

Saturday, November 9th

Westhampton Beach Farmers Market at the Village Green 9a-1p

Bad Animals: The Heart Tribute at The Suffolk Theater 8-10p

Sunday, November 10th

LI Bridal Expo at the Long Island Aquarium 12-3:30p

Funny Women of a Certain Age at The Suffolk 2-4p

For more events to check out and detailed info please visit eastendgetaway.com

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN HOT TEAS! We're in the Spooky Spirit today in the studio with our HORRIFIC Decor including a surprise appearance from Michael Myers but fear not, our sweet tooth is in for a TREAT with a special Taste of Long Island from Disset Chocolate! The ladies chat about Kristen's recent travels which of course includes some chaotic stories, some must-do events this week as well as the tea on the final episodes of the Golden Bachelorette.

#TasteOfLongIsland

Trick or Treating today with our friends at Disset Chocolate in Cutchogue! Their seasonal and holiday collections are famous spanning from chocolate bars, BonBons, BonBars, Hot Chocolate Bombs and even Chocolate PAINTINGS you can make at a Disset Workshop! (Every Saturday or Private with Booking!)

Learn more and order yours today at dissetchocolate.com

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#LongIslandLife

Halloween Happenings on Long Island! (Thursday October 31st)

Haunted Encounters: A Magic Halloween Show at Theatre Three

Halloween Adult Skate Night United Skates of America

Dave & Boo-ster’s At Dave & Buster’s Islandia

Check out so many more at discoverlongisland.com/events or our mobile app

Not only is it Halloween this week, it’s also Diwali and Day of the Dead! Don’t miss some exciting happenings with our partners including:

**DIWALI Celebration at the Curry Club at Saghar on Friday, November 1st

**Day of the Dead Celebrations at Besito (Fri & Sat) (All Locations)

**Dia De Los Muertos Day of the Dead Celebration at The Clubhouse and RGNY Wine on November 2nd

NEW BLOG: Exploring Suffolk County's Many Parks! Includes options for Hiking, Fishing, Hunting and Camping! Today we’ll talk about Hiking for Fall Foliage:

West

Blydenburgh County Park, Smithtown

Lakeland County Park, Islandia

Central

Cordwood Landing, Miller Place

Terrell River County Park, Center Moriches

East End

Cranberry Bog Nature Preserve, Riverhead

Sears Bellows County Park, Hampton Bays

Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog or Tap Into Adventure with our Discover Long Island Mobile App to see what is near you!

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The Fall Season is NOT over yet Hot Teas... this week our producer and Social/Digital Content Manager, Michael D. Magaraci is guest cohosting while Kristen is away. He is sharing October events you haven't missed yet here on Long Island as well as exciting things happening for DLI's social channels! We also showcase Village Therapy Wellness in Babylon as our Taste of Long Island and hear all the tea about the brand-new "Joker" film...

#TasteOfLongIsland

Tranquil Tote from Village Therapy Wellness in Babylon - Their mission is to help you foster your journey towards emotional and physical wellness! They offer a safe, supportive and comfortable environment where you can feel free to be your true self and work on healing your body and mind. They offer therapy for children, teens and adults From stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, conflict resolution, infertility grief they are here to help anyone no matter the issue at hand.

Don’t miss their Clay and Meditation event on November 21st!

You can book a free 15 minute consultation with one of their staff members + learn more at villagetherapywellness.com

*You can also find them on our mobile app!* Want to be featured on Taste of Long Island and be featured on our social channels and website? Email us at [email protected]

GIVEAWAY ALERT: You have one more week to show us your best Fall Porch and/or Halloween Decor and you can win 2 Spill The Tea Hoodies & How You Doin’ Mugs! Enter by following us on Instagram & TikTok - @longislandteapodcast

Fall Long Island Restaurant Week is Here! We have a new blog showcasing some of our partners who are participating - running this Sunday, 10/25-11/3

-Prime 1024 - Roslyn

-Shandon Court - East Islip

-Limani Grille - Commack

-Arlo Kitchen and Bar - North Port

-Mirabelle at Three Village Inn - Stony Brook

-Bayberry - Islip

-The James - Babylon

Read more at discoverlongisland.com/blog or Tap Into Eat with our Discover Long Island Mobile App to see what is near you!!

Check out or brand-new "October Events You Haven't Missed Yet" TikTok @discoverlongisland to see a full list of last-minute fall festivities to close out October!

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We've been all over the place and the schedule has been so crazy that you can just stick us out with the Halloween decorations! This week we're chatting about more exciting things happening this season, sipping some delicious Long Island Wine with a Taste of LI from Raphael Vineyards and giving two lucky Hot Teas a chance to win some merch!

#TasteOfLongIsland

2019 Raphael Vineyards Cabernet Franc Reserve - The 2019 vintage recently won best red in the state at the 2024 New York Wine Classic. It also marks 25 years in business for Raphael. Pairs well with duck breast, delicata squash and more!

Join their wine club and enjoy membership benefits including being the first to receive their limited, handcrafted wines at a 20% discount, automatically shipped to you four times per year.

The tasting room is open all season and you can learn more about how to book an event or purchase a bottle at raphaelwine.com

#LongIslandLife

GIVEAWAY ALERT: Celebrate SWEATA WEATHA & Show us your best Fall Porch and/or Halloween Decor and you can win 2 Spill The Tea Hoodies & How You Doin’ Mugs! Enter by following us on Instagram & TikTok - @longislandteapodcast

Check out our New Blog: “Luxury Travel Guide to Long Island”

Stay in a Luxury Hotel!

-Oheka Castle - Huntington

-Montauk Manor Resort - Montauk

-Topping Rose House - Bridgehampton

-Hotel Moraine - Greenport

& more!

Karen Sullivan from The Wellness Stop reached out because she’s taking part in The Long Island Film Premiere of the “M Factor Screening & Wellness Showcase” at Regal Cinemas in Deer Park Tanger Outlets.

“Shredding the Silence on Menopause" Includes: Panel discussion from wellness experts, a wellness showcase, shopping opportunities, mix and mingle and a swag bag! They are offering our listeners and followers a discount:

You can use code “LIT10” They will receive $10 off the ticket price of $45!

Get tickets here: https://intentionallivingmagazine.com/the-m-factor-shredding-the-silence-on-menopause/

#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland

Friday, October 18th

-Last chance to enjoy LI Oyster Week (Ends on Sunday)

Saturday, October 19th

-Pindar Fall Harvest Festival

-Halloween Fest - Riverhead

-Port Jefferson Oktoberfest & Chowder Crawl

-Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival

-Breakfast with Bluey at Lily’s Babylon

Sunday, October 20th

-Northport Halloween Hayride

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DM us on any of our social channels or email [email protected] to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you!

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