Holiday Drives and Volunteering

Looking for ways to give back or volunteer locally this holiday season? We've got you covered!

Thanksgiving Giveback Food Drive & Turkey Giveaway - 718 Day is collecting donations of canned food and non-perishable items for Hour Children, serving displaced migrant families and other locals in risk of food insecurity.

Queensbridge and Ravenswood Turkey Giveaway - The Office of Council Member Julie Won is looking for volunteers to help distribute turkeys to our neighbors at the Queensbridge Houses and Ravenswood Houses.

Candy Cane Lane Holiday Drive - Candy Cane Lane is The Floating Hospital's program for homeless families who use its health centers. They're looking for new toys, new coats, hats, scarves, gift certificates, board games, blocks, etc.

MoMA PS1 Coat Drive - MoMA PS1 is hosting a coat drive for asylum seekers in the local community. Drop off gently used cold-weather items such as coats, sweaters, gloves, hats and thermal items of all sizes.

Do you know a local holiday drive or volunteering opportunity not listed here? Let us know!

LIC Happenings

Thursday, Nov. 16, 6-9 p.m. - Celebrate LIC-based photographer Paul O'Malley's solo exhibition "Being (Loved)" with a champagne reception at Roam Dessert Bar & Gallery. Details

Thursday, Nov. 16, 6-9 p.m. - Join Ideal Image MedSpa for a beauty fall skin event with light bites, refreshments, giveaways, mini treatments and complimentary consultations.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 8-9:30 p.m. - See a standup comedy show from Nice One! Comedy at Culture Lab LIC. Details

Friday, Nov. 17, 7-8 p.m. - Join LaGuardia Performing Arts Center for a rare intergenerational gathering of five Mexican choreographers. Details

Friday, Nov. 17-18, 8-10 p.m. - See contemporary dance performances embodying female courage and queer stories in hard times at Dance Entropy's Green Space. Details

Saturday, Nov. 18, 12-8 p.m. - Join MoMA PS1 for an open house to celebrate new exhibitions with talks from artists, authors and educators. Details

Saturday, Nov. 18, 2-5 p.m. - Learn how to make tempera paint by mixing pigment with egg yolk and complete a small painting at Studio 41. Details

Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30-11 p.m. - Celebrate pre-Thanksgiving with a live salsa concert at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. Details

Saturday, Nov. 18, 8 p.m. - Join Cucala Dance Company for a student showcase, followed by a dance social and open bar. Details

Sunday, Nov. 19, 1-2:15 p.m. - Join Performance Lab LIC for a deadlift workshop to gain a better understanding of movement and build more confidence. Details

Sunday, Nov. 19, 1:30-3:30 p.m. - Join Big Reuse and the Office of Council Member Julie Won for daffodil bulb planting and street tree care in Murray Park. Details

Queensboro Plaza Service Suspension - Nov. 18-20

Saturday, Nov. 18, 12 a.m.-Monday, Nov. 20, 5 a.m. - All N-train service is suspended to and from Queensboro Plaza

Saturday, Nov. 18, 12 a.m.-Monday, Nov. 20, 12:01 a.m. - All 7-train service is suspended to and from Queensboro Plaza.

To accommodate the changes, the following shuttle buses will be running at the following times:

• Queens Plaza to 74 St-Broadway - All Weekend 
• Queens Plaza to 39 Avenue - All Weekend 
• Queens Plaza to Vernon Boulevard - All Weekend 
• 34 Street-Hudson Yards to Times Square-42nd Street - Overnights between 12:01 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.

TODAY: LIC BID Annual Meeting

The Long Island City Business Improvement District (LIC BID), which is managed by LICP, supports businesses, property owners, visitors and residents in the primary commercial hub of LIC. Join us at the LIC BID Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15, where we will report on accomplishments, discuss plans for the future, review financials, elect directors of the board and present awards. Stay after the Annual Meeting to mingle with your neighbors and community leaders over light bites and drinks from Jungly.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 5-7 p.m.

Jungly, 12-23 Jackson Ave.

This event is free to attend, but RSVP is required.

LIC Partnership Annual Meeting - Dec. 5

LIC Partnership Members are invited to join us for our 2023 Annual Meeting as we report on accomplishments, discuss plans for the future, review financials, and elect directors of the board. Stay after the Annual Meeting to mingle with your neighbors and community leaders over drinks and light bites.

Tuesday, Dec. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Innolabs, 45-18 Court Sq.

This event is exclusive for LICP Members, RSVP is required.

Industry Scholars Program Interns Available

Need interns? Host an NYC high school junior/senior from the Industry Scholars Program (ISP). ISP is part of the mayor’s plan to ensure all NYC public school students are set on a successful career path via the Career-Connected Learning initiative. Funded by New York City, it pays students $15/hour and covers liability insurance. This is a very successful program with employers who possess a mentorship culture and invest in employee engagement initiatives. For program information click here (then click, “request interns”) or email Jennifer Fucci jfucci@grantassociatesinc.com (Grant Associates administers the Industry Scholars Program.)

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