LIC Update: October 15, 2025

 

One Week Away: LIC Summit & Gala!


Wednesday, October 22, 4-8 p.m.


Time is running out to grab the best ticket price for this year's LIC Summit & Gala. Ticket prices increase the day of the event, so secure your spot now to save $50 on every ticket!


This year’s LIC Summit & Gala will feature a keynote panel followed by a gala reception to celebrate LIC’s rich past, dynamic present, and exciting future.


MODERATOR AND PANELISTS:

  • Kathryn Wylde (Moderator) – President and CEO, Partnership for New York City
  • Adolfo Carrión, Jr. – Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce
  • Joseph Cohen – CEO and Cofounder, Infinite Machine
  • Lloyd Goldman – Owner, BLDG Management Co., Inc.
  • Paula Kirby – Managing Director, Plaxall, Inc.
  • Lauren Larsen – President, Power Cooling, Inc.

Halloween is Just Around the Corner!


Save the date for the LIC Monster Mash, Friday, October 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Vernon Boulevard between 46th and 50th Avenues.


Are you an LIC-based business offering trick-or-treating on Halloween? Fill out this form to be included in this year's "Trick-or-Treat in LIC" map!


Are you an LIC-based business holding any Halloween happenings? Submit your events to our website calendar!


Learn more on our Halloween page

Public Focus Group for Mobility Study of Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue


Wednesday, November 5, 6:30 p.m.


Voice your concerns and share your ideas for the future of Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue in LIC.


RSVP

 

LIC Happenings

 

LIC Happenings


Trivia Night at The Greats of Craft LIC Waterfront

Wednesday, October 15, 7 p.m.


SculptureCenter Opening Reception | In Practice: Coco Klockner

Friday, October 17, 6-8 p.m.


Brooklyn Boulders Filipino American History Month Celebration

Friday, October 17, 6-10 p.m.


Live Jazz at On the 7

Friday, October 17-Saturday, October 18


SculptureCenter | “Find Your Gremlin” Youth Workshop With Artist Umico Niwa

Saturday, October 18, 10:30 a.m.


Fostering Com-mew-nity: An Open Mic With LIC Feral Feeders

Saturday, October 18, 12-2 p.m.


Kids Night Out! – Halloween Edition With Gantry Kids & Teens

Saturday, October 18, 5:30 p.m.


The LaGuardia Community 5K Run

Sunday, October 19, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.


"Diary of a Lost Girl" With Live Piano and More at Museum of the Moving Image

Sunday, October 19, 1 p.m.


Book Launch Party: The Widower Without a Will by Katherine Grant at the Local

Sunday, October 19, 2-4 p.m.


On the 7 Dining

Sunday, October 19-Monday, October 20


Court 16 LIC – Diwali Holiday Camp

Monday, October 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.


Image courtesy of LIC Feral Feeders

Submit Your Event to Our Website Calendar

 

LIC in the News

 

DOT, LaGuardia Community College Cuts Ribbon at 29th Street Plaza in LIC

QNS


LIC Park Closed Off for 40 Years May Reopen if Deal With City Hall is Reached

PIX 11


Queensboro Bridge Bike and Pedestrian Paths are Almost There

Streetsblog NYC


Queens Tech Night Returns to Long Island City on Oct. 21

Queens Gazette


This Michelin-Recognized Thai Restaurant is Now Open in Long Island City

TimeOut


LIC Food Hall Brings a World of Diverse Cuisine to Long Island City

QNS


Cityside Pumpkin Patch Brings 10,000 Pumpkins to Queens for the Fall

PIX 11


Photos: Marlene Yu Museum Opens New Location in Long Island City

QNS


Tip-Top Brain Tutoring Center Takes 2K SF in Long Island City

Commercial Observer


Domain Cos. Acquires The Vorea Group In Family Business Merger

BISNOW


Marcus & Millichap Sells LIC Apartments in 1031 Deal

Connect CRE


46-Unit Condominium Noble LIC Tops Out, Two Units Still Available

QNS

 

Local Notices + Resources

 

Sep.-Nov. - NY Power Authority: PowerUp2030

Access renewable energy contracting opportunities at LaGuardia Community College. Details


Oct. 23 - Department of City Planning Draft Industrial Plan Town Hall

LIC Industrial Business Zone business owners - attend a town hall on Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. at CUNY School of Law to share your feedback on DCP's Draft Industrial Plan.


Oct. 29 - Webinar: Storytelling & Writing for Manufacturing

Gain the tools and knowledge to solve quality challenges effectively and set your business up for long-term success. Details


Deadline Oct. 30 - Congressional App Challenge for Middle and High Schoolers

Students may submit any coded project they’ve been working on (inside or outside the classroom), from programmed robotics to mobile apps and websites. Details


Nov. 5 - Small Business Tabling Opportunity at Webster Bank Headquarters

Market your products and share promotional materials while participants learn more about your business. Details


Nov. 7 - Made in NYC Learning Lab Forum

Free one-day conference for NYC makers on marketing, finance, branding, and more. Details


Deadline Nov. 16 - SLA All-Night Permit for New Year’s Eve

If you are a bar or restaurant with an on-premises liquor license, and you wish to remain open on New Year's Eve after your stipulated Wednesday closing hours, you must apply to the State Liquor Authority for an All-Night Permit. Details


Sep.-Dec. - Queens EDC FinanceForward

Small business owners - gain the tools and connections you need to unlock capital. Details


Sep.-Dec. - Queens EDC LaunchLab

Support for aspiring entrepreneurs turning ideas into real businesses. Details


Ongoing - LICP Business Assistance Program

Free 1-on-1 support with financing, real estate, growth planning, and navigating city programs. Details

 
Photo of the Week
 

Late Night in Court Square, LIC 🌃


📷 @isaaclophoto

 

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