LIC Update: November 26, 2025

LICP + LIC BID Events

 

Small Business Saturday in LIC


Launched this year, LICPerks is LICP’s rewards program designed to support our local businesses while offering exclusive deals to residents, workers, and visitors. Starting this Friday ahead of Small Business Saturday (Saturday, November 29) and running through the holiday season, experience 40+ LIC Businesses with LICPerks.


Every time you scan for a perk between Nov. 28 and Jan. 1, you'll be entered into a raffle to win JetBlue tickets! More scans = more entries = more chances to win.


Not sure what to get for that hard-to-shop-for friend? Consider the LIC Community E-Gift Card.

LIC Lights Up 2025


Friday, December 5, 5-7 p.m.


LIC Partnership and the LIC Business Improvement District welcome you to celebrate the return of holiday lighting in LIC. Join your neighbors for a festive evening featuring caroling from SING LIC and hot chocolate and snacks provided by local retailers.


Bring a gift (a new toy or clothing item), and we will donate it to local children in need via The Floating Hospital.


The event is free and open to the public.

 

LIC Happenings

 

Happy Thanksgiving, LIC!


Still need Thanksgiving plans? Check out local businesses offering Thanksgiving day specials, and donate to a local food drive.


Thanksgiving Day Specials in LIC:



Image courtesy of Soothr LIC

Other Holiday Happenings


Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas at Museum of the Moving Image

Saturday, November 29


P.S. 384Q PTA Winter Benefit & Silent Auction

Wednesday, December 3, 7-10 p.m.


Off The Wall - Affordable Art Fair at Culture Lab LIC

Through Sunday, December 14


Debbie’s Holiday Haus at Dutch Kills Bar

Through Thursday, January 1

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LIC in the News

 

Rep. Nydia Velázquez Looks Back at her Career

NY1


Gonzalez Holds First ‘State of the District’ Address at CUNY School of Law in LIC

QNS


Long Island City Residents Loved 'Baby Park.' It's Slated to Return.

NYC News Service


CUNY Law Gets Funds to Recreate Community Space

Queens Daily Eagle


The Floating Hospital is an Action for Women’s Health Grant Awardee

EIN Presswire


Students Get Rare Look at Organ Donation Process Inside LiveOnNY

NY1


NYU Langone Moves Biotech Incubator to Long Island City

New York Business Journal


45–40 Vernon Boulevard Tops Out in Long Island City, Queens

New York YIMBY


Soothr LIC is Fit for a Banquet, With a Sprawling Menu to Match

The Infatuation


Dutch Kills Bar Featured in 25 Must-Try Cocktails in New York City

The New York Times


Joffrey Ballet School To Present The Nutcracker And Santa's Toyland At LPAC

Broadway World

 

Local Notices + Resources

 

Deadline Nov. 28 - Submit Your Ideas for Participatory Budgeting

Council Member Julie Won invites the community to submit capital project ideas to improve the district and join as budget delegates to help review ideas and shape the final ballot.


Dec. 4 - Senior Resource Fair with the Office of State Senator Kristen Gonzalez

The Office of State Senator Kristen Gonzalez hosts a Senior Resource Fair at Jacob A. Riis Settlement at Queensbridge Houses. Details


Effective Dec. 8, 2025 - F and M Trains Route Swap

F and M trains will permanently swap routes between Manhattan and Queens on weekdays from approximately 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Details


Effective Dec. 8 - NYC Ferry East River Routes Update

The East River will operate as two routes, ensuring more seating availability for riders and shortening commutes during peak hours. Details


Jan. 22 - In-Person Walkthrough of 10 Newly Renovated Commercial Spaces at the 74th Street–Roosevelt Avenue Station

The MTA is preparing to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) in 2026 for 10 newly renovated commercial spaces at the 74th Street–Roosevelt Avenue Station. These spaces are ideal for light cooking, dry uses, or coffee/retail businesses. To support local businesses and vendors, they’re hosting an in-person walkthrough to preview the spaces and answer any questions. 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 Richard Portilla at rportilla@licpartnership.org to get connected.

 
Photo of the Week
 

Stunning autumn leaves in Court Square! 🍂


📷 @uyouril

 

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