LIC Monthly Mixer - Oct. 24

Thurs., Oct. 24, 5-7 p.m. - Join LICP and the LIC BID for a special seasonal cocktail menu at Debbie's, the live music venue on the second floor above Dutch Kills Bar. Enjoy live Jazz, spooky cocktails, and a possible appearance by the ghost of Debbie herself. Come support a local business and meet your local community organization. Details

Check out our Halloween in LIC page for more Halloween events as we continue to update it with events and trick-or-treating information ahead of the holiday!

LIC Businesses & Organizations - Are You Celebrating Halloween?

Is your business celebrating Halloween this year? If you’re hosting a Halloween event, offering trick-or-treating, or decorating your storefront, let us know:

• Hosting an event? Add it to our website calendar here.
• Trick-or-Treating? Fill out this form to be part of our trick-or-treat map.
• Decorating your storefront? Let us know to feature it on our social media.

MoMA PS1 Neighbor Night - Oct. 21

Mon., Oct. 21, 6-8 p.m. - Join MoMA PS1 for a special fall evening in the courtyard to celebrate LIC. Co-hosted by Council Member Julie Won, the event offers after-hours access to new exhibitions by Sohrab Hura, Enzo Camacho & Ami Lien, Jasmine Gregory, and the Studio Museum in Harlem Artists in Residence. The evening includes music by Record Room, gallery talks, building tours, art-making activities, and refreshments provided by local LIC-based businesses. Plus, bring the little ones for a family activity workshop led by members of Teen Art Salon. To celebrate the closing of "Little Manila Queens: Mabuhay!," Jaclyn Reyes of Little Manila Queens Bayanihan Arts will give a talk in the gallery. Details

LIC Happenings

Thurs., Oct. 17, 3 p.m. - See the dance performance "Zeus 4," about a group of Boston dog owners overcoming constant threats to their dog park society, at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center. Details

Thurs., Oct. 17, 7-8 p.m. - See dance performances by DD Dorvillier contrasting rural village life in France with bustling cultural centers at The Chocolate Factory Theater. Details

Oct. 18-19, 8-10 p.m. - See contemporary dance performances by Jiemin Yang - exploring the symbolism of the moon in Chinese culture - and Nancy Brier - addressing the impact of climate change on water - at Green Space. Details

Thurs., Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m. - Attend The Steven Spectrum Career Project's first-year celebration, bringing together the neurodivergent and Queens communities for drinks, dinner, and a silent auction at Tangra. Details

Thurs., Oct. 24, 7-9 p.m. - The New York Irish Center's "Crossroads Concerts" launches with an brand-new ensemble for an unforgettable night of Irish Folk and Puerto Rican Plena. Details

Thursdays Oct. 10-31, 7:30 p.m. - Watch classic Asian horror movie nights at Lately Café Bar & Bistro - free entry with food/drink purchase. Details

Community Engagement

Sunday, Oct. 20, 12-2 p.m. - Join the Department of City Planning and Council Member Julie Won on a walking tour exploring the evolving LIC Waterfront to discuss how we can better connect Queensbridge Park and Gantry Plaza State Park with new waterfront open space through the OneLIC Neighborhood Plan. Details

Thurs., Oct. 24, 6 p.m. - Join The New York City Council, Council Member Julie Won, and The Legal Aid Society for a ballot initiative educational event at Hunters Point Library. Details

Tues., Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. - Join Council Member Julie Won, the Department of City Planning (DCP), and WXY Studio at their next focus-area meeting at Sound River Studios to learn about how the OneLIC Neighborhood Plan will facilitate the creation of new open spaces along the waterfront and share your ideas to inform the design of those spaces. Details

Tues., Nov. 12, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Join LICP for a workshop on street tree care in partnership with Big Reuse, thanks to the support of Council Member Julie Won. Learn best practices for maintaining trees, enhancing the neighborhood’s greenery, and contributing to a healthier urban environment. The event takes place at 42-16 Vernon Blvd. Details

The MOBI Bus Comes to LIC - Oct. 22

Tues., Oct. 22, 1-4 p.m. - Join the Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and the LIC Business Improvement District (LIC BID) at our pop-up event to support local businesses. The SBS team will be on-site with the MOBI Van, offering four hours of free, on-the-spot business assistance. Get answers, help, or simply connect with us. Details

Philanthropy Roundtable - Oct. 29

Tues., Oct. 29, 9-11 a.m. - LIC Partnership and LIC BID members are invited to join us for a Philanthropy Roundtable where we will discuss the role charitable giving plays in financial planning for businesses, how board members can best help their nonprofits, and how development staff can connect with the business community. Register Here

This webinar is exclusive to LIC Partnership and LIC BID Members. Not a Member? Join Here!

Member Webinar with the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) - Nov. 20

Weds., Nov. 20, 10-11 a.m. - Join the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), LICP, and the LIC BID to learn about the DOB’s free resources for business owners and entrepreneurs, including useful advice on hiring professionals, and assistance with inspections, permits, and more. Register Here

This webinar is exclusive to LIC Partnership and LIC BID Members. Not a Member? Join Here!

Verizon Small Business Ready Program

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program is a platform that helps small business owners maximize their success by providing free courses, mentorship, and networking opportunities. With this program, you are in control and able to learn on your own time. You can choose from course topics such as Digital Marketing, Legal Essentials, Managing Money, Operations, Strategy, and more. Details

NYC BEST Bootcamp - All October

NYC BEST is partnering with various city agencies, small business organizations, and community partners to help small business owners understand City rules and regulations through a series of webinars covering the following topics:

• Understanding city agencies’ permit/license structures and processes.
• Learning how the NYC BEST team can help with permits and licenses.
• Navigating additional government resources available to help (NYC Business Solutions Centers, Commercial Lease Assistance, Incentives, SBS Hotline)

Businesses can view the schedule and register here. Please reach out to Berthe at bambroise@sbs.nyc.gov with any questions.

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