Summer Networking Night at

The Borden Complex

Tuesday, July 15, 5-7 p.m.

Join LICP, the LIC BID, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce at this networking night at The Borden Complex, one of the newest buildings in the LIC BID. Mingle with business and civic leaders from across Queens over drinks and light bites provided by long-time BID member Manducatis Rustica while celebrating the BID's 20th Anniversary!

During the Networking Night, we’ll also be sharing more information about how businesses from multiple industries can connect with contract opportunities in the growing offshore wind and renewable energy industries via the We Source initiative. Join us or contact Charles or Richard to learn more.

LICP and LIC BID members receive discounted tickets to this event. LICP Annual Sponsors receive complimentary tickets. Contact us with questions about your sponsor or member status.

Check Out the LICPerks Program and Enjoy Discounts to 20+ Local Businesses

LICPerks is LICP’s local rewards program designed to support our neighborhood’s businesses while offering exclusive deals to residents, workers, and visitors. From discounts at your favorite restaurants to special offers from local retailers and service providers, LICPerks helps you explore more of what makes LIC a vibrant and connected community.

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LIC Happenings

Events at The Greats of Craft This Weekend

Thursday, July 10, 7-9 p.m.

Bonsai Workshop from Bonsai Bar

Sunday, July 13, 12-2 p.m.

Writing Workshop from Queens Book Bazaar

Events at Culture Lab LIC This Weekend

Thursday, July 10-Sunday, July 13

• Nice One! Comedy
• Broken Bone Bathtub: The Documentary
• Sunset Jazz: Ben Tyree’s Activator Trio
• Xena: Warrior Musical: The Lost Scroll
• Live in the Lot
• Pup-Up in The Lot

Brunch Now Served at Serafina LIC

Friday, July 11-Sunday, July 13

Join Serafina LIC this weekend for your favorite mid-day indulgence. Details

Weekend Family Day: Emotions With Xanh

Saturday, July 12, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

In this class from Xanh, kids interact with core emotion vocabulary and expressions, using shapes, colors, and textures to express their feelings. Details

Summer Classes for Kids + Teens at Brickhouse Ceramic Art Center

Sunday, July 13 Through Sunday, August 17

Brickhouse Ceramic Art Center's summer handbuilding classes for kids and teens are back. Learn more about these classes and many more LIC summer camps and classes on our website.

Image courtesy of Serafina LIC

Featured Event - 718 Day at Jungly

Friday, July 18, 3 p.m.

Mark your calendars - 718 day returns to Jungly with food, music, kids' activities, games, raffles, and more. The day starts with a kids' hour, followed by an LIC run, live art mural unveiling, vendor village, raffle with prizes, hot wing eating contest, live music, and more.

Details

Image courtesy of Jungly

Featured Event - iFLY Queens Grand Opening Party

Saturday, July 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Experience the excitement of indoor skydiving at iFLY Queens’ grand opening party, featuring complimentary face painting, balloons, ice cream, popcorn, iFLY instructor airshows, prizes, and STEM activities.

Details

Image courtesy of iFLY Queens

LICP Webinar: Link Local Program with LinkNYC

Tuesday, July 22, 10-11 a.m.

Join LinkNYC, LIC Partnership and the LIC BID for a special member-only webinar to learn about the Link Local program, which offers free and low-cost advertising campaigns on LinkNYC kiosks for small businesses, non-profits, and neighborhood associations, among others. Register Here

This webinar is exclusive to LIC Partnership and LIC BID Members. Contact us with questions about your member status. Not a Member? Join Here!

LICP Roundtable: Business Strategy with Citizens Bank

Tuesday, July 29, 10-11 a.m.

LIC Partnership and LIC BID members are invited to join us for a business strategy roundtable with Citizens Bank where you will learn how developing a winning aspiration will help guide your business strategy. This roundtable will help equip business owners with the tools, skills, and resources needed to build a strong, resilient business. Register Here

This webinar is exclusive to LIC Partnership and LIC BID Members. Contact us with questions about your member status. Not a Member? Join Here!

Free SBS Courses to Help Launch or Grow Your Business in July 2025

Enjoy free courses from the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) on restaurants, digital marketing, accounting and finance, business planning and operations, legal, and more. Details

SBS Survey: Operating Costs Impacting NYC Small Businesses

SBS is looking to identify the specific financial challenges small businesses face in their operation. Details

SBS Survey: Regulations & Violations Impacting NYC Small Businesses

SBS is looking to looking to understand the most common violations received by NYC business owners since January 2024. Details

New on NYC Funds Finder: Unlock Free Access to Expert Accounting Professionals

NYC Small Business Services is excited to launch a new pilot program, My Business Finance Coach, which is offering FREE consultations with accounting professionals, exclusively for Startup and Operating small businesses in New York City. Details

NYCEDC RFI: Reuse Opportunity in LIC - Deadline August 27

NYCEDC seeks ideas for redeveloping the NYC Public Schools building at 44-36 Vernon Blvd into a space aligned with OneLIC goals. Details

LICP Business Assistance Program

Get free 1-on-1 support with financing, real estate, growth planning, and navigating city programs. Details