LIC Happenings

Thurs., Mar. 14, 5-8 p.m. - Attend the opening reception of "Beyond the Surface", Long Island City Artists' 4th annual drawing exhibition at The Factory LIC. Details

Thurs., Mar. 14, 6:30-8 p.m. - Dive into the fascinating world of sake with Joto Sake ambassador Joshua Neideer at Enoteca, for seasoned sake experts and newbies alike. Details

Sat., Mar. 16, 2 p.m. - Join artist Lisa Lapinski and publication contributors Bruce Hainely and Kyle Dancewicz at SculptureCenter for a conversation marking the last stop on Lapinski’s spring book tour. Details

Sat., Mar. 16, 3-9 p.m. - The New York Irish Center brings you its second annual St Patrick’s Day cultural feast, “40 Shades of Green.” This procession of local and international performers and personalities runs a continuous six hours. Details

Sat., Mar. 16, 7 p.m. - Join Queens World Film Festival for its annual kick-off-potluck-party at The Local. Bring a dish related to your favorite film and mingle with scores of local filmmakers and their teams. Details

Sat., Mar. 16, 9-11 p.m. - Enjoy a campy night of performances by NYC drag queens celebrating the powerful impact of divine diva energy at Culture Lab LIC's "The Glam Revue." Details

Sun., Mar. 17, 6-9 p.m. - Experience a special Artist Talk for Culture Lab LIC's "Year of the Dragon: An Asian Art Exhibition" and socialize, drink, and listen to the curators and artists tell the stories behind the exhibition and artworks. Details

Sun., Mar. 24, 7 p.m. - Puff and Paint at Kakes NYC, featuring male and female models that will be posing for guests to paint. Art aficionados and novices both welcome. Details

Mon., Mar. 18, 1-2 p.m. - Attend the 13th Annual Robert Fitch Memorial Lecture at LaGuardia Community College featuring Robin D.G. Kelley. Details

Kids Summer Camp + Birthday Parties at CityPickle LIC

CityPickle just launched offerings for kids, including summer camp for ages 8-13 (10% early bird discount through April 1) and birthday parties for ages 7-14. Find out more information at www.city-pickle.com/kids

Join Our Team: LIC BID Operations and Retail Support Manager

LICP seeks an LIC BID Operations and Retail Support Manager to support the work of the BID Department and increase our merchant engagement. This position will focus on assisting with day-to-day BID operations, such as helping manage the supplemental services contractors, with an additional focus on retail merchant assistance and engagement. This position will interact regularly with business owners, property owners, city agencies and other stakeholders, both in the field and via phone and virtual meetings. Details

Save the Date: Real Estate Breakfast -

Apr. 16

LICP's annual Real Estate Breakfast is the premiere event in western Queens for leaders in real estate, finance, and the community. Mark your calendars and join us for an enlightening discussion on the latest projects shaping Long Island City.

Visit licqns.com/REB2024 for more information.

City & State Announces the 2024 Queens Power 100 List - LIC Movers and Shakers Featured

City & State recently announced its Queens Power 100 list, including LICP President Laura Rothrock. LICP congratulates elected officials State Senator Kristen Gonzalez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, New York City Council Member Julie Won, and Queens Deputy Borough President Ebony Young; representatives from LICP's board businesses including Frank Monterisi (Related Companies), Joanna Geraghty (JetBlue Airways Corp.), Clint Plummer (Rise Light & Power), Cameron R. Hernandez & David L. Reich (Mount Sinai Queens), Hal Rosenbluth (Kaufman Astoria Studios), Kenneth Adams (LaGuardia Community College), Richard David (Con Edison), and John Buran (Flushing Bank); and luminaries such as Thomas Grech (Queens Chamber of Commerce), Seth Bornstein (Queens Economic Development Corporation), Costa Constantinides (Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens), Mitchell Taylor (Urban Upbound), Ben Thomases (Queens Community House), Christopher Hanway (Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement), and Debra-Ellen Glickstein (NYC Kids Rise). See the full list here.

"Do You Check Off the 4 C’s of Leadership for a Women-Owned Business?"

By Alicia Iskhakova, commercial banking leader at Wells Fargo

"Women-owned firms now account for nearly four in ten U.S. businesses. They generate approximately $2.7 trillion in annual revenue. They employ more than 12.2 million workers. And since 2019, women-owned businesses have multiplied at almost double the rate of those owned by men." Read on here

Are you a women-owned business based in LIC? Let us know so we can highlight you!

Improve Your Digital Presence With Open + Online

With generous support from Wells Fargo, the NYC Small Business Resource Network (SBRN) will help 500 businesses across the city improve their digital presence by providing new website builds, logo & branding design, or SEO consultations; all at no out-of-pocket cost. To learn more and apply, please visit openandonline.smallbiz.nyc.

Power Up Your Small Business With Verizon Small Business Digital Ready

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready powers up your small business, providing personalized content, coaching, community and more to help move your business forward. Get more details and sign up at verizon.com/smallbusinessdigitalready

LICP Business Assistance Program

Our Business Assistance team provides free, one-on-one assistance to businesses in the greater Long Island City area, covering a variety of issues. We can help you: Access Financing, Find Real Estate, Grow Your Business, Navigate Government and Incentives, and much more. Details