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LIC Update: June 02, 2021 |
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It's Almost Here!
100+ Participating Businesses and Organizations
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Mark your calendars for June 14-20 because LIC Springs to Summer!, our week-long celebration, is almost here!
Get ready for 100+ offerings or experiences showcasing happenings, promotions, and performances across Long Island City.
Follow us on social media (IG: @licqns; Twitter: @LICPartnership) for the latest on participants, contests and more!
LIC Partnership thanks Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer for his continued support of LIC Springs.
Check out the events page for updates:
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Reminder: Queens Tech Night Next Week |
Don't forget to sign up for Queens Tech Night, which returns on Wednesday, June 9, at the Culture Lab LIC parking lot. The event will feature keynotes from industry leaders, demos by startups and hackers, and networking with interesting leaders and tinkerers from around the city. Follow updates for this event here.
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Queens World Film Festival Returns June 23-July 3 |
Now in its 11th year, the Queens World Film Festival returns with 196 films from 33 nations ranging from documentaries and fiction to animation and musicals. 28 are from Queens. QWFF, was named one of the 50 film festivals “worth the entry fee in 2021” by MovieMaker Magazine. See the lineup here.
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Tacombi Opens Near Court Square |
Popular taqueria brand Tacombi opened its first LIC location at 27-10 43rd Avenue near Court Square on Friday, May 28. It has already proved to be a hit with the community. The brand is popular for its tacos, beverages and trendy vibe.
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Podcast: LICP's Liz Lusskin on LIC's Future |
Our President, Elizabeth Lusskin, spoke to LICP Member Schneps Media CEO Josh Schneps about the future of the neighborhood on his new podcast series, Schneps Connects. Check out the entire interview here.
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LICP Member CUNY School of Law's Film Fest showcases films at the intersection of social justice and advocacy, exploring themes such as environmental justice, racial justice, voter suppression. Upcoming screenings on June 4 (Trial of the Chicago 7), June 11 (Slay the Dragon) and June 18 (TIME). Details here.
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CCD Presents:
Summer of Peace
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Community Capacity Development (CCD) will host Summer of Peace, a series of events throughout the month to help reduce violent crime in the city. Each Saturday, the organization will host community BBQs at one of four local housing developments, featuring food and artists such as DJ Envy, DJ Enuff, DJ Camilo and Funk Master Flex. Learn more.
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Creating a Community Wealth-Building Model for NYC |
LICP is a proud partner of the NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program — a universal, community-driven wealth-building platform. The program seeks to expand access to mainstream financial products, put real financial assets into communities, provide financial education for families and students, and bring schools and neighborhoods together to support all of their children’s futures. Learn more about the pilot phase of this work here. And also check out this video featuring our President, Elizabeth Lusskin, who shares more on the program's impact.
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A New Future for Ravenswood Generating Station with Rise Light & Power |
On Thursday, May 27, Queens-based manager and developer of energy assets, Rise Light & Power, held a press conference with Environmental Justice for New York to discuss its plans to transform the massive Ravenswood Generating Station into a renewable energy hub. Its proposed Catskills Renewable program will advance the state’s climate goals and help drive the post-pandemic economic recovery, generating $2 billion in economic development and more than 5,000 local clean-energy jobs. Learn more about it here. Check out video from the event here.
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Businesses: Sign Up for Community Gift Card Program |
Looking for a unique way to gain new customers? The LIC Community Gift Card is the perfect and FREE way to make an impact. Sign Up is easy and not only will the money go directly to you, but these eGifts are easy to redeem and send! More here.
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NYC Cultural Affairs' PAIR Artists residence Opens |
Are you an artist? Applications are open for the next round of the NYC Public Artists in Residence (PAIR) Program. PAIR places artists at City agencies for a minimum one year residency where they work to propose and implement solutions to pressing civic challenges. Application deadline: June 27. Artists working in all media and disciplines are welcome to apply. More here.
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Are You Prepared to Vote on June 20? |
Do you know your candidates? New York City's Primary Election takes place on Tuesday, June 20. Absentee ballots can be requested through June 15. Want to learn more on NYCs new ranked voting system for Primary and Special Elections? NYC Votes explains it all here. |
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Meet & Greet Cook Out: District 26 Candidates June 5 |
Court Square Civic Association, the Dutch Kills Civic Association, LIC Relief and the Gantry Parents Association present a "Community Cookout" to speak with all District 26 City Council candidates. There will be food, boba tea, and more. Event takes place at DKPubLIC.
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Register for NYC Restaurant Week |
Registration for NYC Summer Restaurant Week is open with more flexibility to participate than ever before. Registration is open now through June 11. There is no cost to participate this season.
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The Horticultural Society of New York has teamed up with City Cleanup Corps to create more than 100 positions that support Open Streets and Plazas across the city. With goals to employ 10,000 New Yorkers, Cleanup Corps is a New Deal-inspired economic recovery program to create jobs and make the city the cleanest and greenest in the United States. Details here.
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Through June 13: Outside/Outsider is a fine art exhibition and film festival featuring artists confronting mental illness; honor's Mental Health Awareness Month. Organized by Long Island City Artists (LiC-A) and Local Project. Details here.
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Reopening and Recovery Updates:
Beginning May 19:
- Restaurants, museums, theaters, retail stores and other businesses will be allowed to reopen at full capacity, as long as six feet of social distancing space is maintained
Expected July 1:
- Both Mayor Bill de Blasio and Governor Andrew Cuomo have announced a July 1 target date for NYC to 'reopen'
Through August 31:
- Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the bill into law on Tuesday May 4, including the measure extending the eviction moratorium to Aug. 31.
*NEW* COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Expanded:
- All New Yorkers 12 years of age and older are now eligible to be vaccinated. People who work or study in New York are also eligible. Most City-run sites are offering walk-up vaccinations for New Yorkers. You do not need an appointment at these sites. You can also schedule an appointment for certain vaccination sites by calling 877-VAX-4NYC (877-829-4692). Note, people who are 12 to 17 years old can only receive the Pfizer vaccine.
Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Update
The SBA will provide $5 billion in additional Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) assistance to one million small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have been most severely impacted by the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective April 22, the SBA modified the Targeted EIDL Advance loan application process to determine if businesses also qualify for an additional $5,000 available under the new Supplemental Targeted Advance loan program. If you have any questions about your eligibility or how to apply please contact Osagie at oafe@licpartnership.org.
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) Application – The SBA SVOG program reopened for applications on Monday, April 26. The $16 billion grant program provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19. Eligible applicants may qualify for grants equal to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees. Contact oafe@licpartnership.org for more information.
*New* Commercial District Recovery Safety Plan – The Mayor's Office of Recovery, SBS, and the Office of Nightlife have launched a new localized, multi-agency, coordinated approach to address safety and quality of life issues in the City’s business districts to aid in recovery. The Commercial District Recovery Safety Plan (CDRSP) will center on BIDs’ expertise in providing local knowledge and problem spotting and will bring together all relevant City agencies in the same room.
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@licballet dancers in all of their glory. Make sure to check out their listings as part of LIC Springs to Summer!
#LICLocal on Instagram or Twitter to submit your photo of the week
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Thank you to our 2021 Annual Sponsors |
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