This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon launches our new weekly laugh-out-loud opener “Pun and Done” before she and Stacy dive into the biggest Long Island stories—from community investments and travel updates to local history, winter adventures, dining highlights, and cultural moments happening across the Island.

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A beloved local fixture, The Long Island Sign Guy educates residents and visitors through creative roadside signs that spotlight Long Island’s history, landmarks, and state parks, turning everyday exploration into meaningful moments of learning.

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New Women’s Health Center Opens in Manorville

-Northwell Health opened a $5 million, 10,000-square-foot women’s health center in Manorville, bringing comprehensive multispecialty care to Eastern Suffolk County.

MacArthur Airport Makes Travel Easier

-Long Island MacArthur Airport now offers online discounted parking permits for Islip residents and affordable, walkable parking options for all travelers.

Winter Long Island Restaurant Week

-Running through February 1, restaurants across Long Island are offering prix fixe lunches for $24 and dinners for $29, $39, or $46 featuring diverse cuisines.

Long Island Birthday Party Nostalgia

-A recent Newsday feature sparked memories of classic Long Island birthday parties while highlighting today’s go-to celebration spots for kids and families.

LIRR Rewards Update

-Long Island Rail Road riders can now earn a free ride after completing 10 single-ride trips, adding a new perk for regular commuters.

Protecting Long Island’s Waterways

-Suffolk County is investing more than $18 million in projects focused on water quality, shoreline restoration, and climate resiliency.

Winter Hiking on Long Island

-From barrier beaches to forest preserves, winter hiking trails across Suffolk County offer scenic, peaceful escapes throughout the colder months.

Long Island LitFest Comes to Northport

-Broadway composer Marc Shaiman joins Melissa Errico at the Engeman Theater on February 9 for a special Long Island LitFest event celebrating literature and the arts.

#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland

Friday, January 30

Basic Drawing with Julia Jane Moore – Gallery North, Setauket

Disney’s NEWSIES – Argyle Theatre, Babylon

Saturday, January 31

Matteo Lane – The Paramount, Huntington

DRUM TAO – Staller Center, Stony Brook

Sunday, February 1

Culper Spy Ring History & Real-Life CIA Stories – Ronkonkoma

Annual North Fork Chili Cook-Off – Greenport Harbor Brewery, Peconic

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#CelebriTEA

Alexa Ray Joel is making waves with new music while continuing to build her own artistic identity beyond her famous Long Island roots.

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