LAST WEEK: LICP Summer of Sports - Deadline This Sun., Aug. 18

Through Sun., Aug. 18 - Act fast! Discover exclusive deals and offers at LIC’s top gyms and unique fitness venues with Summer of Sports, running through Sunday.

Did you know LIC features a 19,000 square-foot indoor beach volleyball facility, a permanent indoor pickleball court, and even a venue for pole dancing? Make sure to explore offerings from at least three LICP Summer of Sports businesses by Aug. 18 to attend our closing bash, win prizes, and more! We reduced the number of check-ins needed from five to three to ensure everyone has a chance to join us at our closing bash.

How It Works:

• Get Your Digital Passport.
• Visit & Collect Stamps: Explore offerings from at least three of the participating businesses and collect unique digital passport stamps.
• Join the Celebration: Explore offerings from at least three businesses by August 18 to be invited to a lively closing party at Movement LIC on Thursday, August 22 featuring prizes from all businesses, the chance to win round-trip JetBlue tickets, and more!

LIC Happenings

Fri., Aug. 16, 4-10 p.m. - Attend MoMA PS1's last "Warm Up" of the summer, featuring DJ sets and live performances. LIC residents with proof of residency in ZIP codes 11101, 11106, or 11109 receive one complimentary ticket per event on a first-come, first-served basis. Details

Fri., Aug. 16, 5 p.m. - Enjoy a discussion about Hindi films with filmmaker Saleem Nasir Gondal, followed by a Bollywood disco dance party with legendary Queens-based DJ Rekha at Museum of the Moving Image (pictured). Details

Sat., Aug. 17, 12-4 p.m. - Bring your pup to Dozo Dog's annual "pool pawty" with food and drinks for people (from Gong Cha) and plenty of snacks for dogs. Be prepared to get wet, take selfies, meet other dog owners, and more. Details

Mon., Aug. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. - Book your appointment today for a one of a kind event at Otis & Finn Barbershop where haircuts, beard trims, and hot towel straight razor shaves are all provided free of charge. Details

Megami Dojo

Megami Dojo offers traditional martial arts and self-defense training in Karate, Gung Fu, and Escrima. Specializing in practical self-defense, they provide adult group classes, private and small group lessons for all ages, and group self-defense seminars. With a focus on real-world applications and small class sizes for personalized instruction, Megami Dojo stands out for its commitment to quality and effectiveness.

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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