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LIC Update: July 28, 2021 |
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The LICP Gala Returns Sept 21! |
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NY PopsUp Comes to LIC - July 30 |
NY PopsUp is a statewide initiative designed to celebrate and reinvigorate the arts in New York. Since its launch in February, hundreds of pop ups have taken place and now, one is headed to LIC.
This Friday, July 30, enjoy readings from Brontez Purnell’s acclaimed book 100 Boyfriends in the MoMA PS1 Courtyard. Learn more about the program here.
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Black Business Month Celebration - Aug 2 |
Join the Office of the Queens Borough President for an exclusive in-person experience to support black-owned businesses from across Queens. There will be resources and networking for owners and consumers. The event takes place on Monday, August 2 at 5:30 p.m. and is co-sponsored by the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Black Entrepreneurs NYC (BE NYC), the Mayor's Office of Minority Women-Owned Black Business Enterprises and the Queens Economic Development Corporation. Register here.
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A Fun Night Out with the 108th Precinct - Aug 3 |
Fun for everyone: Join the 108th Police Precinct for their annual Night Out on Crime on August 3, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. There will be a performance from the Sunnyside Drum Corps, a DJ, snacks, and tables from organizations like the Queens Public Library. The event will take place at the Torsney / Lou Lodati Playground on Skillman Ave and 43rd Street.
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MoMA Warm Up 2021 Is Here
Aug 7, 14 & 21
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The popular Warm Up summer music series is back at MoMa PS1, in-person and online. Enjoy live music from Amorphous, Yung Baby Tate, Yu Su, glaive and ericdoa, Sango, foreigner, La Goony Chonga and more. The events will be held outside at MoMa PS1 on August 7, 14 and 21, from 2:00-8:00 p.m. More info here.
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13 LIC and Astoria Restaurants Participating in NYRW
Jul 19 - Aug 20
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Looking for participating NYRW eateries? We've got more than a few. Explore everything from Indian to Korean with delicious dishes from hotspots like Adda, Bareburger, Tada Noodles, Fieldtrip, Sac's Place and Little Chef, Little Cafe, among others. Offerings and times vary. Find details here. Reservations may be required/encouraged.
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Cinema LIC at Hunter Point Park South Is Back - Through Sept 12 |
Outdoor movies return to the Long Island City waterfront for the seventh year. The summer 2021 series kicks off with the new Lion King on Saturday, July 31. A screening of Raiders of the Lost Ark takes place August 26 and the season closes with Jaws on September 12. Movies start at sunset. Details here.
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Louis Armstrong House Museum Reopens |
The Louis Armstrong House Museum reopened on July 22 for the first time since its closure in March 2020. Now, you can take a scheduled tour to learn about the famed trumpeter, hear archival clips and discover the story of a global icon at home in Queens. Book here.
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LIC Community Gift Card Now Accepted at 50+ Businesses |
More than 50 businesses have signed up for the LIC Community Gift Card, an LICP initiative and e-gift card program highlighting the best of LIC. It's great for consumers looking for a creative way to support their local community. There are no merchant fees for businesses that sign up. A special thanks to our most recent sign ons: Bella Via, Beebe’s at Boro Hotel, Bike & Spin, Fieldtrip @ JACX, SAPPS, The Shannon Pot and Vernon Grille. Learn more here.
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We're looking for a Senior Manager of Events, who also has a passion for community development. The hire will produce, support and manage a roster of 15-25+ events annually, ranging from online webinars to community events and galas. Does this sound like you or someone you know? Find out more here.
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New Member Spotlight: Pediatric Associates of NYC |
New LICP Member Pediatric Associates of NYC has opened their third New York City location on Jackson Avenue. For over 70 years, Pediatric Associates has provided high quality, compassionate care to New York City’s children and their families. They are excited to be a part of the LIC community, providing routine wellness and illness care to newborns, children and adolescents. Same day sick and newborn appointments are available. More here.
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New York State Consolidated Funding Application |
The New York State Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) is now accepting applications until July 30, 4:00 p.m. More than $750 million will be distributed through this process to support economic development project throughout New York State, including direct assistance to businesses and other organizations. Visit the CFA Process Guide and Available Resources. For more information, please contact Osagie Afe at oafe@licpartnership.org.
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As part of the Graffiti-Free NYC program, a joint effort between the NYCEDC, DSNY, & the Mayor’s Office, property or business owners can submit a Forever Graffiti Free waiver that gives the city permission to clean graffiti any time it is reported without the need for the owner to give consent each time. This service is free. Waiver details here.
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NYC LMI Storefront Loan
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The NYC LMI Storefront Loan is a zero percent interest loan up to $100,000 with the purpose of helping businesses located in low-to-moderate income (LMI) areas of New York State to restart or continue operations after experiencing challenges from COVID-19. The NYC Department of Small Business Services is partnering with Pursuit to service these loans. For more information, please contact Osagie Afe at oafe@licpartnership.org.
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Technical Assistance for City Artist Corps Grants |
Artists can now apply for a City Artist Corps Grant from NYFA and the Department of Cultural Affairs—a new $25 million recovery initiative to help artists who were hard hit by the pandemic and have been left out of other local and federal funding opportunities. The program will distribute one-time $5,000 grants to over 3,000 artists across NYC. Learn more here.
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RFP for Cafe at Hunter's Point South Park |
New York City Department of Parks & Recreation has issued a request for proposals for the renovation, operation, and maintenance of a café at Hunter’s Point South Park, Queens (formerly COFFEED)! Proposals are due August 27. Email Andrew.coppola@parks.nyc.gov for details.
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Additional Financing Opportunities
Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant is a New York State program providing grant funding to small businesses, micro-businesses, for-profit independent arts, and cultural organizations. The grants will be flexible and can be used for a number of different business operating expenses, including payroll, rent or mortgage payments, taxes, utilities, PPE or other business expenses incurred between March 1, 2020 and April 1, 2021. For more information, please contact Osagie Afe at oafe@licpartnership.org.
(LMI Storefront Loan Details Above)
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Check out this bountiful brunch from LIC staple Woodbines, shot by @chefzhuuu
#LICLocal on Instagram or Twitter to submit your photo of the week
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Thank you to our 2021 Annual Sponsors |
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