This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recorded remotely as the 2026 Blizzard swept across the region, bringing snow, wind, and a reminder of just how resilient Long Islanders truly are. While we may have been out of the studio, we’re bringing you a shorter episode filled with powerful community stories—and we’ll be back in studio next week.

From neighbors helping neighbors to meaningful reflections and can’t-miss weekend plans, here’s what’s brewing across the Island.

#ShowUsYourLongIslander

The 2026 Blizzard

This week, we’re spotlighting the 2026 Blizzard as our Long Islander, recognizing the neighbors, first responders, and local businesses who stepped up and supported one another through the storm.

#LongIslandLife

Long Islanders Reflect on Jesse Jackson’s Legacy of Hope, Unity, and Progress

As the nation honors Jesse Jackson, Long Islanders are reflecting on how his message of unity, equality, and civic engagement continues to influence leaders and communities across the region.

Long Island Community Shows Its Heart for Young Neighbor in Need

Residents gathered in Rocky Point for a blood drive supporting 8-year-old Jackson Wyder, demonstrating once again how Long Islanders rally around their own in times of need.

#ChariTEA

Spay-Ghetti Dinner Returns to Support Lifesaving Programs at Southampton Animal Shelter

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation is hosting its annual Spay-Ghetti Dinner on March 7th from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Southampton Inn, with proceeds benefiting its Trap, Neuter, Return program and other lifesaving initiatives.

Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door, and $20 for children 12 and under, and are available at SASF.org under the Events section.

#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland

Friday, February 27th

Boozy Brunch at Curry Club at SaGhar (All Weekend)

Create Your Own Blend at RGNY Vineyard

Happy Hour at Bayberry, Blackstone Steakhouse, and Ruta Oaxaca

Winterfest at Bistro 72 with Hotel Indigo East End

Saturday, February 28th

Jazz Legends A to Z with Kahlil Kwame Bell & Ensemble at the Long Island Museum

MusicART Event with ARDT Gallery at Southampton Inn

Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra at Staller Center

Saturday & Sunday, February 27th–28th

Monty Python’s Spamalot at CM Performing Arts Center

For more events and things to do on Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com or follow @discoverlongisland on social media.

#CelebriTEA

No celebrity guest this week—just powerful stories of Long Islanders showing up for one another during the Blizzard and beyond.

We’ll be back in studio next week with more hot tea from across the Island.

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