<p>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.</p><br><p>From neighbors helping neighbors to meaningful reflections and can’t-miss weekend plans, here’s what’s brewing across the Island.</p><br><p>#ShowUsYourLongIslander</p><p>The 2026 Blizzard</p><p>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.</p><br><p>#LongIslandLife</p><p>Long Islanders Reflect on Jesse Jackson’s Legacy of Hope, Unity, and Progress</p><p>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.</p><br><p>Long Island Community Shows Its Heart for Young Neighbor in Need</p><p>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.</p><br><p>#ChariTEA</p><p>Spay-Ghetti Dinner Returns to Support Lifesaving Programs at Southampton Animal Shelter</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><br><p>#ThisWeekendOnLongIsland</p><p>Friday, February 27th</p><p>Boozy Brunch at Curry Club at SaGhar (All Weekend)</p><p>Create Your Own Blend at RGNY Vineyard</p><p>Happy Hour at Bayberry, Blackstone Steakhouse, and Ruta Oaxaca</p><p>Winterfest at Bistro 72 with Hotel Indigo East End</p><p>Saturday, February 28th</p><p>Jazz Legends A to Z with Kahlil Kwame Bell &amp; Ensemble at the Long Island Museum</p><p>MusicART Event with ARDT Gallery at Southampton Inn</p><p>Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra at Staller Center</p><p>Saturday &amp; Sunday, February 27th–28th</p><p>Monty Python’s Spamalot at CM Performing Arts Center</p><p>For more events and things to do on Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com or follow @discoverlongisland on social media.</p><br><p>#CelebriTEA</p><p>No celebrity guest this week—just powerful stories of Long Islanders showing up for one another during the Blizzard and beyond.</p><p>We’ll be back in studio next week with more hot tea from across the Island.</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>