Santa's Unexpected Elves

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, Sharon and Stacy recap a busy week of judging duties, share highlights from Theresa Caputo’s incredible show, and welcome Amy Gibbs from USPS to give listeners essential holiday mailing and shipping tips. They also dive into festive happenings, community spotlights, and all the local news you need to know this season.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week’s spotlight features the Orsini family of Smithtown, who transform their home each year into an impressive National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation display complete with 25,000 lights, themed props, and a community block party that collects toys for Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Know someone making a difference? Email [email protected]#LongIslandLifeMilder Winters, But Long Island Stays Beautiful Year-RoundLong Island winters have warmed about 5°F since 1970, but the region’s seasonal beauty and outdoor appeal remain strong year-round.Where to See Santa Before Christmas on Long IslandFrom Huntington’s Holiday Spectacular to Fire Island’s Flying Santa and visits at Oheka Castle, Hicks Nurseries, and Smith Haven Mall, Santa is popping up across the Island all month long.Long Island State Veterans Home Named One of the Nation’s Best Nursing Homes for 2026Stony Brook’s Veterans Home earned top national recognition for both short- and long-term care, placing among the highest-rated facilities in the country.USPS Spotlight on Best Practices This Holiday SeasonUSPS expert Amy Gibbs shares essential guidance on addressing, packaging, choosing shipping options, meeting deadlines, and avoiding common mailing mistakes.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandSponsored by East End Getaway — your guide to everything happening on the East End.Friday, December 12Holiday Spirits at Sparkling Pointe3rd Annual Southold Holiday StrollThe Holiday Market at East WindSaturday, December 13The Nutcracker at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center4th Annual Magic of Montauk Holiday Fair2nd Annual Holiday Tour of the Inns in East HamptonSunday, December 14Menorah Lightings in Sag Harbor and Greenport#CelebriTEABilly Joel Sells NYC Condo to Daughter for $4.5 MillionBilly Joel’s latest real estate moves include selling his Manhattan condo to his daughter, adjusting the price of his MiddleSea estate, and purchasing a new Hamptons home, underscoring his continued ties to Long Island.#ConnectWithUsInstagram: instagram.com/longislandteapodcastYouTube: youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX: twitter.com/liteapodcastFacebook: facebook.com/longislandteapodcastEmail: [email protected]: shop.discoverlongisland.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.