Shape the Future of Long Island City: Community Engagement Events

Thurs., Jun. 13, 6-8 p.m. - the NYS Department of State awarded LIC $10 million in its Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). Come learn about the DRI process and share your vision for the future of LIC at the first LIC DRI public workshop at MoMA PS1. Details

Mon., Jun. 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. - The Department of City Planning, Council Member Julie Won, and WXY Studio are conducting a collaborative engagement process to gain input and build consensus among community members on key neighborhood issues. Share your ideas and help shape the future of LIC at OneLIC's third Town Hall Meeting at CUNY Law. Details

LIC Summer Camps

LIC Parents: Still looking for summer plans for your kids? Check out the diverse range of camps and classes from LICP + LIC BID Members below:

• BrickHouse Ceramic Art Center - Ceramic classes for kids + teens | Ages 8+ yrs
• CityPickle - Pickleball camp | Ages 8-13 yrs
• Court 16 - Tennis camp | Ages 4-13 yrs
• Industry Gymnastics - Gymnastics camp with arts + crafts, games, imaginative activities | Ages 5+ yrs
• K-talk Korean Learning Center - Korean immersion program | Ages 6-12 yrs
• Long Island City School of Ballet - Ballet + imagine dance creative movement classes | Ages 3-7 yrs
• Long Island City YMCA - Spanish Inclusion camp, swim camps, kinder and early childhood camps, and art camp | Ages 3-13 yrs
• QBK Sports - Beach volleyball camp | Ages 9-16 yrs
• Snapology - LEGO-based S.T.E.A.M. camp with coding + robotics and art + design | Ages 5-10 yrs - 10% off using code LICP10
• Tutu School LIC - Ballet camps | Ages 4-8 yrs
• Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens - Broadway camps with acting, singing, and movement | Ages 9-12 yrs

Father's Day Weekend in LIC

All Weekend - All dads, pet dads, plant dads, and more are invited to enjoy Lately Cafe's new bar with $7 liquor deals while supplies last. Details

All Weekend - Bring home something extra cheesy for Father's Day with a gift box from Murray's Cheese. Details

Sun., Jun. 16, 2-5 p.m. - Celebrate Father’s Day at CityPickle with a friendly Round Robin-style tournament where fathers play alongside their kids ages 12+. Details

More LIC Happenings

All Summer - MoMA PS1's iconic "Warm Up" music series is back this summer with an international slate of artists that traverses genres - get tickets while they last. Details

Thurs., Jun. 13, 5:30-8 pm - Join Movement LIC for a "Queer Climb Night" facilitated by staff and followed by happy hour deals on drinks and free pizza at The Local. Details

Thurs., Jun. 13, 7-9 p.m. - The NY Irish Center and CraicFest present their annual LGBTQ+ film screening as part of Pride month. Details

Thurs., Jun. 13, 8-10 p.m. - Check out the art in Culture Lab LIC's gallery and enjoy live comedy from Nice One! Comedy, with complimentary drinks sponsored by QNSY Cocktails. Details

Fri., Jun. 14 - 5:30-7 p.m. - Join Industry Gymnastics in fundraising for the Ali Forney Center, an organization committed to saving the lives of LGBTQ+ youth from the harms of homelessness, and register to take part in a jog-a-thon. Details

Fri., Jun. 14, 7:30-9 p.m. - Sunnyside Shines presents "SunnyPride 2024," celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride in western Queens with a rally, march, performances, a queer makers market, and free HIV testing on-site. Details

Fri., Jun. 14, 8-10 p.m. - Join the party at Culture Lab LIC's "Funky Formal." Enjoy live music, DJ, classy drinks & funky foods. Wear your funky best and support Culture Lab LIC. Details

Sat., Jun. 15, 6:30-10:30 p.m. - Experience a "Battle of the Bands" finale and find out which two bands score highest at Culture Lab LIC, presented by Church Street School for Music & Art. Details

Sun., Jun. 16, 4-5 p.m. - Join Andy & Suzanna for a lively family concert at Culture Lab LIC and enjoy original tunes, classic favorites, and interactive fun with dancing & movement activities. Details

Starting Mon., Jun. 17, 12 p.m. - Artego Gallery is pleased to announce Masters of Disguise, an exhibition featuring three contemporary Korean photographers whose practices revolve around masquerading in self-portraits. Details

Tues., Jun. 18, 7 p.m. - Gather with the local queer community over drinks and food at the next "LIC LGBTQIA+ Community Meetup" at The Huntress, organized by local resident Adam Palasciano. Details

Thurs., Jun. 20, 6:30 p.m. - Mando-Mando Drag Show at 929 is celebrating S.H.E., the ultimate Taiwanese girl group, in their Pride Month edition show. Details

Velvet Turtle Events

Velvet Turtle Events is a photo booth rental and event curation company specializing in celebrations, corporate events, brand activations, and social media marketing located right here in Long Island City. Founded in 2022, their open-air photo booths offer a uniquely modern and unforgettable guest experience that is instantly delivered and ready to cherish or share on all socials. From grand openings and galas to birthday parties and weddings, they bring your creative visions to fruition by designing personalized overlays, photo templates, and menu screens that pair with an array of filters and glam features to perfectly match any occasion.

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NYC Summer Restaurant Week Registration is Open

Register your restaurant for NYC Tourism + Conventions' NYC Restaurant Week, returning this summer after an amazing winter program featuring over 540 restaurants. Register your restaurant now to participate at this link. If you have participated before, but don’t know your credentials, please email nycrestweek@nyctourism.com.

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