LIC Partnership 20th Annual Real Estate Breakfast Recap

LIC Happenings

Little Laser Clinic Open House with Sofwave, Hydrafacial, & SkinCeuticals

Friday, April 11, 5:30-7 p.m.

Join Little Laser Clinic for special limited event pricing, giveaways, and VISIA skin analysis with music, champagne, and light bites. Details

Balletcore™: Quest to Dream at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center

Friday, April 11, 8-10 p.m.

Angela Trimbur helps grown-ups connect with their inner children by leading a cosplay dance class called Balletcore™, where participants of all levels and abilities can adopt personae of their own and reclaim their delight in extracurricular activities. Details

Little Explorers at Art Strong NYC

Saturday, April 12, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Let your little artists lead in "Little Explorers." This sensory and art-based experience lets children explore their senses, art materials, and the world around them. Details

Shari's Tea - Tasting & Blending Rooftop Experience

Saturday, April 12, 1-2:30 p.m.

Sip, savor, and blend your own custom tea in Shari's Tea's hands-on tea experience on the rooftop of JACX&CO, followed by a complimentary tea cocktail. Details

Garden Cleanup Power Hour and Tree Care Activity at Smiling Hogshead Ranch

Saturday, April 12, 1:30-5 p.m.

• 1:30-3 p.m. - Join Smiling Hogshead Ranch members and volunteers to clean up the common area after a long winter of trash accumulation. Details
• 3-5 p.m. - Join Big Reuse's professional environmental educators and Smiling Hogshead Ranch members to care for trees in the garden and along the adjacent streets, sponsored by Council Member Julie Won. Details

Learn to Brew with Forever Homebrewing at Fifth Hammer Brewing Company

Sunday, April 13, 1-4 p.m.

Take this class from Forever Homebrewing to learn how to brew Fifth Hammer Brewing Company's Sonic Architecture IPA as both a one-gallon extract batch and a five-gallon brew-in-a-bag. Details

Fertile Ground New Works Showcase at Green Space

Sunday, April 13, 7-10 p.m.

The evening consists of work shown by six choreographers, followed by a discussion with wine, moderated by Green Space Artistic Director Valerie Green. Details

Photo courtesy of Shari's Tea

Spring Break Camps

Spring Recess Day Camp at Art Strong

Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 9-3 p.m.

Art Strong's Art Day Camps are the perfect way to spend a day off from school creating, exploring, and trying something new. Create a wide variety of engaging art projects such as painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, collage, and more. Details

Spring Break Holiday Tennis Camp at Court 16

Monday, April 14–Friday, April 18, 9-3 p.m.

44’ Court Camps allow your child to stay active, build social skills, and improve their tennis game. The camp focuses on stroke production, footwork, athletic skill development, rallying, and point play. Details

Spring Break Camp at Gantry Kids & Teens

Monday, April 14 – Friday, April 18, 9-5 p.m.

Keep your athlete moving all week with fitness-focused fun, outdoor adventures, and engaging activities while school is out! Pack lunch, snacks, and a water bottle—expect plenty of action. Sneakers required. Details

Photo courtesy of Art Strong

New Discount Platform for LIC Businesses – Learn More

Soon we will launch LICPerks, a new, free digital discount platform exclusively for LICP members! This easy-to-use program lets you offer simple deals like 10% off or a free item with purchase—no app required—to help bring more customers to your business.

The first round of perks will run from late May through September. We’re looking for at least 20 businesses to sign on by the end of April for the official launch at LIC Springs! on May 31.

Want to learn more? Join our quick virtual info sessions on:

• Thursday, April 10, 11 a.m. - Register
• Thursday, April 24, 11 a.m. - Register

We look forward to having you participate in this exciting new way to engage with local residents and workers!

Food Vendors - Patricipate in "Taste of Queens" Albany - May 6

Join Queens Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, May 6 for the annual Queens day in Albany, free transportation provided. Be a part of this special all day event, where you’ll showcase the unique flavors of Queens at the annual Taste of Queens reception at The Egg. This is an opportunity to share your delicious food while enjoying exclusive benefits. Details

April Free Business Courses from NYC SBS

• NYC Restaurant Academy
• LinkNYC Marketing
• Social Media Marketing
• Financial Literacy
• Business Preparedness
• Cybersecurity

SBS Small Business Month Expo - May 28-29

NYC’s first-ever Small Business Month Expo will bring together over 100 city programs, agencies, and partners to support small business owners at every stage. Attendees can access free services, including help with permits, financing, legal assistance, hiring, city contracting, and networking opportunities. Details

NYC Free Tax Prep for Self-Employed Filers

The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers free tax prep for gig workers, freelancers, and small business owners. Get expert help navigating tax filing and financial management. Details

LICP Business Assistance Program

Our team provides free, one-on-one support to businesses in Long Island City. Get help with financing, real estate, business growth, and navigating government programs. Details