Want to Get Involved? Serve on Your Community Board
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. is accepting applications from qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in serving on one of the borough's 14 Community Boards, which play an important advisory role in considering land use and zoning matters in their respective districts. Deadline to apply: February 16. Details.
MLK Day Children's Event with Snapology - Jan 17
This day camp experience from Snapology focuses on Building a Better World - through Robotics! Campers are challenged to think creatively about how they can use technology to inspire change. Appropriate for children aged 5+. Details.
Queens/Brooklyn Transit Expansion Proposed in "Interborough Express" Plan
Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans to move forward with the Interborough Express as part of her 2022 State of the State, is directing the MTA to immediately begin the environmental review process. The project would connect communities in Brooklyn and Queens to as many as 17 subway lines and the Long Island Rail Road. Details.
Deadline to Apply for Gotham Point Affordable Housing Lottery Extended - Jan 17
The deadline to apply for Gotham Point's affordable housing units has been extended to January 17 from December 29. Qualified applicants can apply for one of the 270 available units at the amenity laden Hunters Point South Park development. Details.
LIC Community Gift Card - Great for Gifts and Everyday
The LIC Community Gift Card, which features 75 local businesses, is the perfect gift for upcoming holidays like Valentine's Day and a great way to explore LIC in the new year. The e-gift card features businesses ranging from restaurants to salons. Details.
You can also find testing sites near you with your address or by texting "COVID TEST" to 855-48. Learn more here.
Latest Updates
The New York City Department of Health now offers data on COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths from the past three months by vaccination status, age and race/ethnicity. Learn more here.
Beginning January 29
Full vaccination (2 doses) is required for ages 5-11 for all indoor activities
