Upcoming LICP Webinars

Power of Mentorship

Wednesday, June 14, 10 a.m.

Learn how you can support young LIC scholars from iMentor and Deputy Queens Borough President Ebony Young.

LICP Talks Labor & Employment – Summer Workplace Challenges

Wednesday, June 21, 10 a.m.

Irene Zoupaniotis, partner in the Labor & Employment Group at Farrell Fritz, provides insights on how summertime can become an opportunity to create positive changes in your workplace.

LIC Happenings

Thursday, June 8, 6 p.m. - Fountain House Gallery and LIC-A Present “Truth Tellers,” A Group Exhibition at The Factory LiC. Details

Friday, June 9, 7:30 p.m. - Nauti House brings some of the best up and coming stand-up comedians in NYC to an intimate show at The Local. Details

Friday, June 10, 4 p.m. - Boat with Pride at Gantry Plaza State Park with Pride paddle boating from HarborLAB. Details

Saturday, June 10, 11 a.m. - Explore the tech center and thriving arts community of LIC with The Municipal Art Society of New York and Bob Singleton, executive director of the Greater Astoria Historical Society. Details

Saturday, June 10, 8:30 p.m. - Join comedians Shenuque Tissera and Caitlin Reese as they claim their new stand-up comedy home in LIC's Focal Point Beer Co. Details

Sunday, June 11, 10 a.m. - Kick-off summer in style at VOREA's 12th Street with a kid's mural project, hairdos, tattoos, giveaways and raffles hosted by Supermix Social Club and Sit Still Kids Salon. Details

Sunday, June 11, 1 p.m. - Performance Lab LIC presents a sparring workshop to take your boxing skills to the next level. Details

Sunday, June 11, 2 p.m. - Join Queensboro Dance Festival for a 'Salsa n Samba Vibes' plaza dance party at MoMA PS1. Details

Sunday, June 11, all day - Big aLICe Brewing celebrates their 10th anniversary with live music, food, beer releases and more. Details

Wednesday, June 14, 6 p.m. - Join Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. for a pride celebration honoring local LGBTQ+ leaders. Details

All Month - In recognition of Pride Month, Partners Coffee is donating $1 from each retail bag of block party coffee beans sold to The Center, which offers programs for the LGBTQ+ community across NYC and beyond. Details

Legends of LIC - "The Apple Building, 30-30 Northern Boulevard"

By Bob Singleton, executive director, Greater Astoria Historical Society

"The loft building at 30-30 Northern Boulevard was designed about 1915 by Emile G. Perrot, a young architect who had gained national recognition for his innovative design work with reinforced concrete. His partnership with Walter Ballinger created one of the largest commercial and industrial design firms in the United States." Read more here

Mayor Adams' Statement on Deteriorating Air Quality in New York City

The City of New York recommends the following steps to limit health risks as a result of the reduced air quality:

• All New Yorkers should limit outdoor activity and stay inside when possible. People with heart or breathing problems and children and older adults may be especially sensitive and should avoid outdoor activities during this time.
• If you are an older adult or have heart or breathing problems and need to be outside, wear a high-quality mask (e.g. N95 or KN95).

Energy-Saving Opportunities for Queens Businesses - June 13

Join Con Edison Small-Medium Business Deputy Program Manager Watson Millison to learn about the 2023 SMB Program and how to apply. You’ll get an overview of how the Small-Medium Business incentive program can help reduce energy use and costs, what customers can expect, and how to get started. Details

Restaurants - Summer Restaurant Week Registration is Open

If you participated in NYC Restaurant Week Winter 2023, you will receive registration details via email. Registration for past participants is available via the members-only section. If you are new to the program, please fill out this interest form and you will be contacted with next steps. Please contact nycrestweek@nyctourism.com with any questions.

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