<p>This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy are officially kicking off March and Women’s History Month with the launch of a brand-new segment, Leading Ladies of Long Island, celebrating the women who have shaped our region’s past and present. We’re almost to spring, saying goodbye to winter bodies and hello to Barbie as we spotlight one of Long Island’s most iconic female trailblazers. From viral moments like the hole discovered in the Fire Island Inlet Bridge to the highly anticipated St. Patrick’s Day parade lineup taking over towns across the Island, it’s been a week full of headlines, buzz, and community pride. Plus, we’re sharing organization updates and celebrating Employee Appreciation Day on March 6th — there is plenty to catch up on across the region.</p><br><p>#ShowUsYourLongIslander</p><p>This week’s spotlight shines on Buzz Deschamps, former Long Island Ducks hockey star and newly inducted member of the New York State Hockey Hall of Fame.</p><br><p>During his two seasons with the Long Island Ducks, Deschamps scored 95 goals and 84 assists, cementing his place in the team’s history before going on to a decades-long career as a scout, coach, executive, and mentor.</p><br><p>He continues to give back by helping lead a youth hockey program serving hundreds of children across the region, and his Hall of Fame induction recognizes not only his accomplishments on the ice but a lifetime dedicated to growing the sport and supporting the next generation.</p><br><p>Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing [email protected]</p><br><p>#LongIslandLife</p><p>The U.S. Open Championship returns to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club June 18–21, once again bringing the world’s eyes to the East End and delivering major impact for Long Island’s hotels, restaurants, small businesses, and workforce.</p><br><p>Discover Long Island is kicking off the countdown this April with an inaugural event featuring golf, lunch, networking, raffles, and special guest speaker Phil Simms, with registration details coming soon.</p><br><p>The Fire Island Inlet Bridge remains safe for travel after erosion from severe weather caused a hole that went viral online, with repairs completed and major rehabilitation still scheduled for fall 2027 through spring 2028.</p><br><p>Community support helped keep A Pinch of Sprinkles Bake Shoppe &amp; Confectionery Studio Inc open after plans to close were reversed thanks to an overwhelming response from customers rallying behind the beloved East Wind bakery.</p><br><p>Long Island’s 2026 St. Patrick’s Day parade season kicks off March 7th in Kings Park and continues through March 29th in Montauk, with communities across the Island celebrating in full green gear and proud hometown spirit.</p><br><p>#LeadingLadiesOfLongIsland</p><p>Our new Leading Ladies of Long Island segment debuts with Ruth Handler, the Hempstead native who co-founded Mattel and introduced Barbie in 1959, inspiring generations of girls to imagine careers beyond traditional roles.</p><br><p>#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland</p><br><p>Friday, March 6th – Evil Woman: The American ELO</p><p>Saturday, March 7th – Matthew Morrison: Rhythms &amp; Revelations</p><p>Saturday, March 7th – Tracy Morgan Live</p><p>Saturday, March 7th – Lydia Von Hof</p><p>Saturday, March 7th – Intro to Silkscreen with Larissa Grass</p><p>Sunday, March 8th – Mountain Maidens</p><br><p>For more events and things to do on Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com.</p><br><p>#CelebriTEA</p><p>Mariah Carey has been nominated for the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame.</p><br><p>#hotTEAs</p><p>Call us at 877-386-6654 x 400 and tell us How YOU Doin’, leave us a review, and receive $5 off merch by screenshotting your review and sending it to us via email or DM.</p><br><p>Connect With Us</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast</p><p>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcast</p><p>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNY</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcast</p><p>X: https://x.com/liteapodcast</p><p>Email: [email protected]</p><p>Shop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>