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The Downtown Jamaica Partnership manages, beautifies, and promotes the goings on of Downtown Jamaica, Queens, also known as DJQ. |
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What do we need? Cleaner tree pits! When do we need them? June 24!
Join the Downtown Jamaica Partnership and other DJQers invested in making our streets greener and cleaner at our next community clean up day from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. As a token of our thanks, all participants will walk away with a DJQ swag bag, filled with our latest merch.
View the flyer for more information.
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Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) | | |
Roots Free Two-Day Marathon Screening
Thursday and Friday, June 19-20, 9 AM - 6 PM
153-10 Jamaica Ave
Join us for a screening of the legendary Emmy-winning show Roots! Breakfast will be served on both dates.
Featuring remarks by Professor Andrew "Sekou" Jackson and Rev. Carla Hunter Ramsey.
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Riddim Section Presents: Steven Kroon
Wednesday, June 25, 8 - 9:30 PM
153-10 Jamaica Ave
Steven Kroon has worked with such notables as Luther Vandross, Ron Carter , Aretha Franklin, Lady Gaga, and many more. His band is a high-energy electrifying Jazz Sextet that blends Afro Cuban and Brazilian music styles.
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SAVE THE DATE
Riddim and Jazz Festival
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JCAL's signature music series, Riddim Section and Thursday Night Jazz, collide for a must-see culminating festival! Come join us for a day filled with amazing music and good vibes at Rufus King Park. Get ready to groove to the rhythm of live music in the heart of Downtown Jamaica! The Annual Downtown Jamaica Riddim and Jazz Festival will feature an exciting lineup of artists in Jazz, Soul, Salsa, and more. Vendors can get more information about how to participate in the festival here.
View the event flyer for more information.
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Pride Celebration Honoring Local LGBTQ+ Leaders | |
Join Borough President Donovan Richards for a thrilling celebration of Pride Month, featuring an evening of performance, trivia, food, music and more.
Wednesday, June 11, 6 PM
Helen Marshall Cultural Center at Queens Borough Hall
120-55 Queens Boulevard, Kew Gardens, NY
View the event flyer for more information.
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DJQ Events
Have an event you need to promote?
Send us information about your event and we will feature it in a future issue of the newsletter.
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| Lunch and Learn for Architects, Engineers, and Design Professionals in Queens | | |
Join us for a valuable CEU session, followed by a complimentary lunch and the chance to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Tuesday, June 24, 12 PM
161-10 Jamaica Ave, Suite 419
View the flyer for more information.
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Pictured: Rincon Salvadoreño, 92-15 149th St, Jamaica, NY 11435 | NYC Small Business Services: Shop Your City | From the corner bodega to the local hardware store, small businesses keep New York City running 24/7. They are the backbone of New York’s economy, employing millions and contributing to the unique dynamic neighborhoods we live in. Most importantly, for every $1 spent at a small business, $0.70 stays in the community. | ICSC Local Queens: The State of Redevelopment in Jamaica | |
Join colleagues—including our very own Whitney Barrat—for networking and insights at Greater Nexus in Jamaica, Queens. We’ll kick off with a panel discussion on redevelopment trends with New York City industry leaders. Then connect with retail real estate professionals over refreshments and hors d’oeuvres at our networking reception and an optional site tour of The Monarch, an exciting mixed-use project in the heart of Jamaica.
Tuesday, June 17, 4 - 7 pm
Greater Nexus
89-14 Parsons Blvd, 4th Floor, Jamaica, NE 11432
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| Southeast Queens Green Grant Program | | |
Through the SEQ Green Grant Program qualified businesses can receive up to $2,500 in grant capital to help cover the cost of implementing green initiative in your business.
View the flyer for more information.
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DJQ BUSINESS
Need financing for your small business? Use NYC Funds Finder
Use NYC Funds Finder to access loan and grant resources through Community Development Financial Institution (CFDI) partners and other responsible leaders; free one-on-one financial counseling, and document prep help.
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| U.S. Representative Gregory Meeks Town Hall Meeting | |
Monday, June 16, 6 - 9 PM
Jamaica Performing Arts Center (JPAC)
153-10 Jamaica Ave
View the flyer for more information.
| Have a Say in NYC's First Urban Forest Plan | |
Diagram of different types of tree canopy in the urban forest. Source: Natural Areas Conservancy.
NYC is developing its first Urban Forest Plan and your feedback is critical to its success. The Plan will outline strategies to equitably expand the city's tree canopy to 30% and support the city's long-term climate plan, PlaNYC.
Join the fight for a greener, more equitable NYC and make your voice heard! New Yorkers 18 and older are eligible to participate.
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York College Child & Family Center | |
Looking or high-quality child care services? York College Child & Family Center now accepts Child Care Vouchers for children aged 6 months to 5 years. Contact Evenlyn Schneider, Enrollment & Compliance Manager for more information:
Evelyn Schneider
eschneider@york.cuny.edu
718-262-2930
View the flyer for additional details.
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DJQ COMMUNITY
JCAL Art Classes Summer Semester is Open for Registration
The six-week semester features classes in piano, painting, fashion design, ceramics, cartooning, animation, and more!
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