LIC Update: July 29, 2026

LICP & LIC BID Networking Night

Join LICP and the LIC BID at a Summer Networking Night

Tuesday, August 4, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Join LIC Partnership and the LIC Business Improvement District for a summer networking night at Boro Hotel. Mingle with business and civic leaders on the Boro Hotel rooftop (weather permitting) over drinks and pizzas from Beebe's.

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LIC Partnership News + Events

LIC Wellness Fest

Saturday, August 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

One block. Twenty obstacles. Forty wellness vendors. NYC's boldest day of fitness and recovery takes over the streets of Long Island City. Join us and Trends at the LIC Wellness Fest with live activations, mini massages, group workouts, and more! Learn more

Image courtesy of Trends Dispensaries

LICP Member Webinar: Canva for Local Businesses with Eyestorm Designs

Tuesday, August 11, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Learn how to use Canva more effectively for your business. In this introductory webinar, Certified Canva Agency Partner Chris Yong-Garcia (Eyestorm Design) will share practical tips for creating professional marketing materials, organizing content, and building a more efficient workflow using Canva Free or Pro. This webinar is open exclusively to members of LICP and LIC BID. RSVP Here

The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens' Back-to-School Bash

Saturday, September 12, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens' Back-to-School Bash is an annual community celebration that helps local children and families prepare for the new school year. The event features the distribution of more than 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies, alongside free family-friendly activities including carnival games, arts and crafts, live entertainment, community resource tables, and giveaways. Details

LIC Happenings

July 20 - August 16: NYC Restaurant Week

Long Island City Restaurants Featured in NYC Restaurant Week

Thursday, July 30 - Sunday, August 2

Frizzled – A Magic School Bus Musical Parody at Culture Lab LIC

Saturday, August 1

9:30 am: 2026 DOB In Your Community - Queens at Sunnyside Community Services

10:00 am: LIC Wellness Fest at Trends LIC

11:30 am: Draw & Animate the Body with I Heart Guts at MoMI

4:00 pm: Dance Performances & Pre-Show Yoga at Queensbridge Park LIC

LIC Summer Camps Starting Monday, August 3

Snapology: August 3-7

QBK Sports: August 3-7

Movement LIC: August 3-7

Explore more LIC summer camps on our website!

Image courtesy of Queensboro Dance Festival

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LIC in the News

Soothr LIC Featured in Where to Eat Along the 7 Train in Queens Before and After the US Open

QNS

Long Island City Resident Among Five Lucky Winners of Knicks-Themed Litter Baskets

QNS

Photos | BP Richards Provides $750K in Funding to Queensbridge Houses Daycare Center

QNS

Summer Streets Returns as DOT Considers Expansion

Spectrum News

HPPC Announces Return of Movies in the Park in Hunter’s Point South Park

QNS

"It's In Queens!" Fun, Family-Friendly Events July 31 to Aug. 6

LongIsland.com

How You Can Beat the Heat in Western Queens

QNS

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Local Notices + Resources

2026 DOB In Your Community - Queens

Meet with the NYC Department of Buildings for free guidance on construction projects, open violations, stop work orders and general building regulations. Representatives from the Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens will also be available to provide additional assistance. Details

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

Back to School Drive - Ongoing Until August 31

Help neighborhood children start the year off strong. Council Member Julie Won is collecting school supplies for neighbors in need. See Council Member Won's Wishlist

Queens Community Board 2 Annual District Needs Survey

Community Board 2 is collecting community feedback through its annual District Needs Assessment. All residents and businesses are encouraged to participate and help identify neighborhood priorities to guide future planning and improvements. Details

NYU E-Bike Health Study

NYU's Center of Health Data Science and the NYC Department of Transportation are inviting NYC residents to participate in a survey on how e-bikes may influence physical activity, transportation choices, and health outcomes. 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.