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Hispanic Heritage Month

 

Celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Month in LIC!


Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich history, culture, traditions, and contributions from Hispanic communities. Long Island City houses some of the most inspiring Hispanic and Latino leaders and business owners. Whether you eat or dance your way through LIC, let’s continue to support Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses. 


Read about Hispanic-owned businesses in LIC

 

LIC Happenings

 

LIC Happenings


Wednesday, Sept 16 - Wednesday, Nov 18

CityPickle Fall Youth Academy Program


Wednesday, September 16

6:00 pm: Rip-Rap Cleanup at Hunters Point South Park

7:00 pm: Culture Lab LIC's 5th Annual Gala - The Garden of Creativity: An Evening For Growth


Friday, September 18

2:30 pm: Delightful Afternoon Fundraiser Paddle at Anable Basin with LIC Boathouse


Friday, September 18 - Saturday, September 19

HANDS, KARL! at Culture Lab LIC


Saturday, September 19

10:00 am: Fall Equinox 108 Sun Salutations Yoga Challenge Fun at Ray of Bliss

2:00 pm: Fall 2026 Opening Reception | Aziz Hazara, Cevdet Erek, and Yining Fei at SculptureCenter


Sunday, September 20

1:00 pm: NYC Plant Market at Culture Lab LIC


Tuesday, September 22

6:30 pm: Artist Talk | Cevdet Erek: Sounds, Artworks, Words at SculptureCenter


Until September 30

Take the Waters Weaver Challenge! at The Blue Bus Project


Image courtesy of Hunters Point Parks Conservancy

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LIC Partnership Business Webinars

 

LIC Partnership Webinar: Top 10 Compliance Traps for LIC Retail Employers with Fisher Phillips

Tuesday, September 29, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.


Join Fisher Phillips attorneys Melissa Camire and Amanda Blair for a practical, plain-spoken discussion of the top 10 compliance issues every LIC retailer should have on its radar right now. We’ll cut through the noise and get to what matters most: the laws generating the greatest risk for your business, and the actionable steps you can take to stay ahead of them. RSVP Here

 

LIC in the News

 

Housing Lottery With Studios in LIC for Under $850

PIX11


LIC will Receive a new Modular Public Bathroom Here’s Where NYC is Installing its New Modular Public Bathrooms

Crain's New York



Meju Featured in 4 NYC Restaurants Make Elite List of America's Best by New York Times

New York Times


Jax Pizza Joint & Traze Pizza Mentioned in NYC’s First-Ever Pizza Week Kicks off September 20 with Signature Slices from 23 Local Shops

Secret NYC


New Rendering Available for Upcoming 37-Unit LIC Residential Building

QNS


LIC-based Doughnut Plant and Coffee Project Expand to New Locations

WhatNow / Yahoo Life


Remix Market Featured in NYCHA’s ‘Furniture Queen’ Rehomed Nearly 500,000 Pounds of Thrifted Finds Without a Warehouse

City Limits


Materials for the Arts' Queens Artist Gives Obsolete Media New Life in 'The Accidental Archive'

Spectrum News

 

Local Notices + Resources

 

LaGuardia Community College - Job & Internship Fair

Connect with emerging talent at LaGuardia Community College’s Fall 2026 Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday, October 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Long Island City. Employers can recruit for internships and entry- to mid-level roles while building relationships with a diverse pool of students and workforce program participants. Register Here by September 21st.


"Fall In To Jobs" with Urban Upbound

Urban Upbound Citywide Workforce Development invites employers to their "Fall In To Jobs" Hiring Event where you will be able to access a diverse pool of qualified, job-ready candidates with experience in retail, hospitality, maintenance, and security. The event will take place on Thursday, September 24 from 1pm - 4pm at the Astoria Broadway Library. RSVP by Wednesday, September 16.


NYC Public Groceries Survey

New York City is evaluating a proposal for public grocery stores to make high-quality, healthy food more accessible to residents. All NYC residents are invited to participate in a survey to share their shopping experiences, spending habits, and priorities to ensure they meet the community needs. 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 Nora Lewis at nlewis@licpartnership.org to get connected.

 
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An iconic LIC sign!


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