LIC Pride! Public Art Ribbon Cutting & Drag Performance - Jun. 27

Thurs., Jun. 27, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. - Join LICP as we debut our latest public art installation: "Lumina Arcana." This installation welcomes you to the bustling Vernon Boulevard with its vibrant lights that change with the seasons and celebrate the holidays. The first lighting will consist of a rainbow to celebrate Pride Month and the diversity of Long Island City.

Please join us for our ribbon cutting, followed by a drag performance from Malai. After the event, LIC BID Member Safir Mediterranean will be offering 20% off lunch.

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LICP Talks Labor & Employment Webinar with Farrell Fritz, P.C. - Jul. 10

Weds., Jul. 10, 9-10:30 a.m. - Presented by Domenique Camacho Moran, partner and head of employment law at LICP Member Farrell Fritz, P.C., this next LICP Talks Labor & Employment session will discuss what is keeping CEOs awake at night and how to mitigate risks to your company.

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LICP Summer of Sports Networking Night at QBK Sports - Jul. 30

Tues., Jul. 30, 5-7 p.m. - Join LIC Partnership and the LIC BID for a special networking night celebrating our upcoming Summer of Sports campaign. Connect with fellow business and community leaders over drinks and light bites, and try out beach volleyball at LIC's premiere beach volleyball facility, QBK Sports (LICP Member). Don't miss this opportunity to mingle, celebrate, and forge new connections in LIC.

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LIC Happenings

Weds., Jun. 26, 6-8 p.m. - Join Council Member Julie Won and Hester Street for the final town hall for the Heart of the District Comprehensive Community Planning process at the Museum of the Moving Image. Details

Weds., Jun. 26, 4-8 p.m. - Trends LIC and Leafly present a Q&A session aimed at ending stigmas surrounding cannabis use. Details

Weds., Jun. 26, 7-8 p.m. - See contemporary dance performance "Call and Response" by choreographer and performer Jess Pretty at The Chocolate Factory Theater. Details

Thurs., Jun. 27, 2-5 p.m. - Join CityPickle LIC to celebrate community and kick off the summer. Connect with neighborhood professionals on the court and network over complimentary snacks and drinks in their bar and restaurant. Pickleball tutorial and paddles provided. Details

Thurs., Jun. 27, 6-9 p.m. - Celebrate the opening of SculptureCenter's next In Practice open call exhibition featuring ceramic sculptures by Phoebe Collings-James. Details

Thurs., Jun. 27, 7 p.m. - Museum of the Moving Image welcomes back John DeMarsico, New York Mets Game Director for nightly SNY broadcasts, for a brand new big-screen showcase of his cinematic inspirations. Details

Sat., Jun. 29, 11:30-2:30 p.m. - Queens School of Ballet presents kid-friendly performances of "Don Quixote." Details

Sat., Jun. 29, 2-5 p.m. - Enjoy three continuous hours of entertainment and activities at the New York Irish Center's Queens Irish Heritage Festival at The Gantries. Co-presented with McManus Irish Dance and NY State Parks Department. Details

Sun., Jun. 30, 2-4 p.m. - Join Queensboro Dance Festival for a thematic afternoon of performances at MoMA PS1, followed by a dance lesson and open dance floor for all to live Queens band TEEJ and the Sidepocket. Details

Sun., Jun. 30, 5-7 p.m. - Toast to abstract artist Kimberly Abbott at the closing reception of her solo show at Roam Dessert Bar & Gallery. Details

Local Announcements

Fri., Jun. 28-Jul. 5, 9:45 p.m. - G Train Planned Service Change: The MTA has planned temporary suspensions of G train service to upgrade signals on the Crosstown Line. During this time, there will be no G service between Nassau Av and Court Sq. Free B94 shuttle buses will make stops between Nassau Av and Court Sq. Details

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Dance Queens Fitness

Dance Queens Fitness is a premier pole dancing space dedicated to empowering individuals through dance, fitness, and self-expression. Offering diverse classes for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers, they foster confidence, strength, and creativity. Founded by Mary Naula, the Long Island City studio promotes empowerment and artistic expression, providing a welcoming environment for enthusiasts to enhance their physical well-being and passion for dance. 

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Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program (PREP) Risk Assessment and Grant Program

If your business location is in an area at risk of flooding, you may be eligible for an on-site, one-on-one risk assessment. SBS's experts will review your physical location, business operations, and insurance needs to provide you with personalized recommendations to help reduce the risk to your business and/or property in the case of disruptive events.

Program participants can receive a grant of up to $5,000 to cover the costs of recommended measures or certain types of resiliency equipment such as portable flood barriers, generators, and fire-proof storage containers. Learn more and apply.

SNAP Restaurant Meal Program

The SNAP Restaurant Meals Program allows certain SNAP participants to use their SNAP benefits to purchase prepared meals at participating restaurants. If your restaurant is interested in participating in SNAP RMP, you can fill out the interest form here. See the Information for Restaurant Owners webpage for more information.

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