Today! LIC Monthly Mixer @ Trends LIC

Wednesday, March 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Join us for this month’s Monthly Mixer at Trends LIC. Enjoy pop-ups from Djablo Hot Sauce, Little Chef Little Cafe, Milene Jardine Chocolates, Shari’s Tea, and Vanessa's Dumpling House with samples offered for the first hour. Come mingle with your neighbors and learn more about your local neighborhood organization! Let Us Know You're Coming

LICP Talks Labor & Employment: Protecting Your Business When Employees Leave

Tuesday, March 31, 9:30-11 a.m.

Join LIC Partnership (LICP) and Farrell Fritz for a practical virtual session on how to protect your business when employees move on. When key staff leave, they can take customers, colleagues, and critical information with them. Irene A. Zoupaniotis and Jana Schwartz of Farrell Fritz, will walk through the essentials. Join us for a clearer understanding of how to protect what matters most to your business in times of transition. This event is free! RSVP

LICP Real Estate Breakfast

Tuesday, April 21, 8-10:30 a.m.

Join LIC Partnership for the 21st Annual Real Estate Breakfast on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 to discuss the state of the market and network with 300+ business and civic leaders working in western Queens.

Panel:

• David Brause – President, Brause Realty and Chairman, LIC BID (Moderator)
• Forrest Mas – Director, North River Company
• Sohrab Mohebbi – Director, SculptureCenter
• Jesse Spellman – Co-Owner, Utopia Bagels and JAX Pizza Joint
• Andrew Till – Principal and COO, Baron Property Group, LLC

LIC Happenings

"Made in Heaven" at The Chocolate Factory Theater

Wednesday, March 25, 7 p.m.

Crossroads Concerts: Irish Folk & Sene-Gambian Fusion at New York Irish Center

Thursday, March 26, 7-9 p.m.

Liberty Scrap at Culture Lab LIC

Thursday, March 26-Sunday, March 29

Sunset Jazz at Culture Lab LIC

Friday, March 27, 8-9:30 p.m.

Plato Caves: Screens vs Shadows at The Chocolate Factory Theater

Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29

Court 16 LIC – Spring Break Holiday Camp

Monday, March 30-Friday, April 3

Image courtesy of New York Irish Center / Stephen Long

Worry Free Cleaning Services

Worry Free Cleaning Services provides high-quality, detail-oriented cleaning for busy families, homeowners, and professionals who value a well-maintained, stress-free environment. Latina-owned and operated, the company is built on a passion for creating clean, organized spaces where clients can truly relax. Many families come home exhausted. Worry Free takes care of every detail so they can enjoy a fresh, peaceful environment. Trusted by real estate agents and project managers, they deliver exceptional deep cleaning and move-in/move-out services, ensuring every space is presented at its absolute best. Their work reflects precision, care, and a commitment to excellence.

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Small Business Access to Capital Workshop - April 9

Looking to fund your next stage of growth? Join the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) for this Access to Capital event, an opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect directly with banks, microlenders, and alternative funders to explore financing options for their business. This event is designed for seasoned business owners who are ready to scale and want to understand what it takes to qualify for funding, strengthen their financial documents, and build relationships with lenders who actively support small businesses in NYC. Details

Tariff Refunds FAQ for Small Businesses After Supreme Court's Ruling

This guide from the US Chamber of Commerce provides information to help small businesses identify whether they paid IEEPA based tariffs, understand what types of duties may be eligible for refunds, and prepare for the emerging refund process. Details

Ongoing - LICP Business Assistance Program

LICP offers free 1-on-1 support with financing, real estate, growth planning, and navigating city programs. Opening a new business? NYC SBS’ Business Opening Sprint helps entrepreneurs open faster with hands-on support, compliance guidance, and help celebrating your grand opening. If you plan to open a new business in the near future, please contact Charles Yu at cyu@licpartnership.org to get connected.