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The Downtown Jamaica Partnership manages, beautifies, and promotes Downtown Jamaica, Queens, also known as DJQ.
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Dear DJQ Community,
Our new brand identity and website launched recently! Our new look captures the past and present of our business district, while also looking toward our community’s future. Our agency, Three Furies, developed the new logo with a vibrant color palette, created custom illustrations, and they even coined a new neighborhood nickname—“DJQ” —to use on stickers and social media.
Coming soon: DJQ t-shirts, tote bags, window clings, and more!
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| Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) | | |
Summer Class: Drawing and Painting (Ages 4-7)
Saturdays, July 12 - August 16, 12 PM - 1 PM
161-4 Jamaica Ave
This class introduces young artists to the magical world of drawing and painting, exploring everything from watercolor and acrylics to pen and ink, collage, and printmaking.
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Summer Class: Oil Painting Beginner - Intermediate Adults
Wednesday, July 16 - August 20, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
161-4 Jamaica Ave
Designed for adult artists of all levels, this class guides you through essential techniques, from blending colors to mastering brushwork. Beginners and intermediates welcome!
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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. | | |
SAVE THE DATE
Beyond Familiar Opening Reception
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Friday, July 25, 6 - 9 PM
161-6 Jamaica Ave
Curated by Wanda Best, the Beyond Familiar exhibition incorporates visual representations reflective of the Pop Art movement. The goal of the exhibit is to see your unique perspective on growth in a creative and lively manner that reaches outside your comfort level. Go beyond your familiar boundaries. The interpretation of "growth" can be personal, observational, or represent a natural progression of change.
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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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| M/WBE Certification Webinar | | |
Wednesday, July 16, 10 - 11:30 AM
Join SBS for a webinar on the City's M/WBE Certification Program.
Visit below to RSVP and for more information.
| | Benefits on Your Block Resource Fair | | |
Join us for a free community event with on the spot benefit enrollment help from City agencies and community partners.
View the flyer for more information.
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2025 Superhero Neuroinclusive 5k Walk/Run | |
Superhero Neuroinclusive 5k Run / 1 Mile Family Walk
Saturday, July 26 | 8:30 AM: 1-Mile Family Walk | 9 AM: 5K Start (rain or shine)
Forest Park, Queens
Dress as your favorite superhero and support a great cause! This fun, inclusive fundraising event benefits the Steven Spectrum Career Project, which provides job training and employment support for neurodivergent individuals.
View the flyer for more information, or explore sponsorship opportunities.
| Pictured: Kings Fish & Seafood Market, 91-04 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, Queens 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. | Free Assessment and Grant to Protect Your Small Business from Unexpected Disasters | |
The NYC Department of Small Business Services is currently accepting applications for the Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program (BPREP) Risk Assessment and Grant Program.
Eligible small businesses or commercial properties will receive a free on-site, one-on-one risk assessment and $5,000 reimbursement grant to buy recommended resiliency equipment, such as flood barriers, generators, and fireproof storage containers.
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| Everything You Need To Know To Plan, Launch, and Operate a Successful NYC Restaurant | | |
Free, in-depth business management education delivered by experienced industry professionals for aspiring restaurateurs and early-stage food & beverage operators.
Level 1 (Virtual)
How to Plan and Finance Your Business
Level 2 (Virtual)
How to Launch and Operate Your Business
Level 3 (In Person)
Create an Effective Business Plan
Upon completing the 3-course series, you'll receive free 1:1 assistance to help you create a tailored business plan for your restaurant concept.
| | 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
NYC MyCity Business
NYC MyCity Business is a digital platform designed to help entrepreneurs start, operate, and grow businesses in New York City.
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Ecuadorian Independence Day Celebration | |
Wednesday, August 6, 5 - 8 PM
Helen Marshall Cultural Center at Queens Borough Hall
120-55 Queens Boulevard, Kew Gardens, NY 11424
Join Borough President Donovan Richards for a celebration of Ecuador's Independence as we honor our Ecuadorian community and culture with an evening of performances, honors for local leaders, refreshments and much more. In partnership with the Ecuadorian Consulate of Queens. View the flyer.
| 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. Survey closes July 14th!
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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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