Join us as we discuss the unique qualities that have kept Long Island City resilient through COVID-19, investments in physical and social infrastructure needed to maintain momentum, and how LIC can be a model for New York’s economic recovery.

Sponsorship Deadline This Thursday. View Sponsorship Opportunities Here.

Questions? Please contact Bari Lasky at blasky@licpartnership.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave.

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The Long Island City Business Improvement District will host multiple public meetings to provide information on its expansion plans, which would bring supplemental services like street cleaning and beautification efforts to a wider area of the neighborhood. Join in to learn more; staff will be present to answer questions. Learn more

Mastercard Digital Doors for Small Businesses – October 26

Join LICP Member NYC & Company and Mastercard’s expert Ginger Siegel, North America Small Business Lead, for a discussion on the Mastercard Digital Doors program, a suite of tools and resources to help business owners expand their digital presence, enhance safety and maximize sales.

Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2-3 p.m.

Zoom

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LICP President Laura Rothrock Named to Queens PowerList - October 27

LICP Member Schneps Media recently announced honorees for its inaugural Queens PowerList, which includes LICP President Laura Rothrock. Event honorees were selected for their commitment, impact and influence in the borough. The list features leaders across business, government and more. 

Thursday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m.

Terrace on the Park, 52-11 111th St.

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Halloween in LIC - October 30

Halloween in LIC — LIC's largest Halloween celebration — returns, featuring family-friendly experiences throughout the day.

Halloween March

(costumes encouraged)

Sunday, October 30, 12-2 p.m.

Vernon Blvd. from 50th Ave. to 46th Rd.

Jungly After Party

Sunday, October 30, 1:30 p.m.

Jungly, 12-23 Jackson Ave.

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Check our newsletter next week for your guide to celebrate Halloween in LIC!

Hosting a Halloween Event? Let Us Know!

The spookiest time of year is right around the corner and we're thinking LIC has more than a few tricks or treats in the making! Email social@licpartnership.org if you have an event to publicize.

Queens World Film Festival Returns -

November 1-6

Now in its 12th year, the Queens World Film Festival returns with nearly 160 movies from across the globe, including documentaries, fiction, animation, dance and many other categories and genres. QWFF, was named one of the 50 film festivals “worth the entry fee in 2021” by MovieMaker Magazine.

Monday, Nov. 1-Sunday, Nov. 6 (times vary)

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Queens Tech Founder Happy Hour - November 2

Queens Economic Development Corporation is kicking off the 2023 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge with a happy hour in LIC. Tech founders and soon-to-be founders who live in Queens can meet other founders and learn about resources that the QEDC provides while enjoying a beer and appetizers.

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6-8 p.m.

LIC (exact location provided upon registration)

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Support Queens Together's Turkey Day - November 19

Queens Together, a non-profit supporting restaurants and communities facing food insecurity, seeks support for its upcoming Turkey Day event -- its largest food relief and volunteer program of the year.This year they are distributing 2000 turkeys to community groups in Queens. There will be fun and photo ops at the event. Email contact@queenstogether.org to find out how to volunteer or provide financial support.

Fountain House

Fountain House is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with mental illness. Through its Social Enterprise Initiative, Fountain House partners with companies across New York City to support their hiring needs by providing skilled workers. The program has grown to include several businesses in the fields of food service and delivery, restaurant and warehouse work, and indoor and outdoor messengering. When employing these workers, you get not only the highest quality service, but also the opportunity to become a partner in the mission to achieve a greater good in society. Reach out to Rachel Hilles at rhilles@fountainhouse.org to learn more on how to become an employment partner. Details

Community Happenings

October 19: Join JACX&CO for a Halloween trivia night. Details

October 20: Join Hunters Point Parks Conservancy (LICP Member) to learn how to make a piñata with recycled materials. Details

October 20: Join Queensboro Dance Festival (LICP Member) for Dancing with the Queens Stars. Details

October 22: Join Queens Jazz Overground and Culture Lab LIC (LICP Member) for a free jazz festival. Details

October 22: Join Queens World Film Festival for a trailer party featuring 40-50 trailers from festival films. Details

Additional News:

• LIC Among Queens's 'Most Coveted' Neighborhoods (Patch)
• DesignStudio Takes 4K SF With Plaxall Near LIC Waterfront (Commercial Observer)
• Sunnyside Community Services Unveils New Facility (New York YIMBY)