LIC Happenings

Juliana May – Optimistic Voices (Reprise) at The Chocolate Factory Theater

Thursday, Jan. 8-Saturday, Jan. 10

Long Island City Walk & Talk to Build a Strong Parks System

Saturday, Jan. 10, 11-1 p.m.

NYC Mulchfest Chipping Weekend at Hunter's Point South Park

Saturday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Jan. 11

BlissIn Out Mindful Movement & Music at Trends LIC

Sunday, Jan. 11, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

LIC Flooding Town Hall and Flood Kit Giveaway at Culture Lab LIC

Wednesday, Jan. 14, 6-8 p.m.

Reiki Certification at Earth Angel Crystal

Through Jan. 27

Four Week Online Fitness Jumpstart With Grind Lab Fitness

Through Jan. 31

Image courtesy of New Yorkers for Parks

Shaw Supply Company, LLC

Shaw Supply Company is a fast-paced, family-oriented plumbing supply store with decades of industry experience in the NY and NJ areas. They specialize in plumbing and pipes, valves, and fittings (PVF) distribution, delivering unmatched service backed by experienced leadership.

shawsupplyco.com

LICP Webinar: Fund Your NYC Small Business

Tuesday, January 13, 1-2 p.m.

During this webinar, presented in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS), LIC Partnership's Business Assistance team will guide businesses interested in applying for loans and grants. In addition to providing an overview of available financing options, we will share tips to consider before taking on debt, an overview of documents commonly required to apply for a loan, and a summary of other loans and grants that are currently available for NYC businesses. RSVP. Image Credit: SBS

LIC Lunar New Year Celebration Info Session

Wednesday, January 14, 10-11 a.m.

For the fifth year in a row, LIC Partnership will host the LIC Lunar New Year Celebration, featuring promotions and events at local businesses and organizations like yours - but we're doing it a little differently this year! To participate in this year's LIC Lunar New Year Celebration, your business must:

• Be a member of LICP or the LIC BID

• Have a physical presence in LIC

• Offer a Lunar New Year themed promotion from February 17-March 3, and/or

• Host a Lunar New Year themed event between February 14-March 8

This info session to cover all the program details, key deadlines, and how to sign up. We encourage all businesses to attend this info session to learn about the new program. RSVP.

Prepare Your Business for Flooding Webinar

Thursday, January 15, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS), LIC Partnership (LICP), and the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) are partnering to help small businesses prepare for floods. Learn more about how SBS can support your small business or commercial property through the Risk Assessment and Grant Program. If your business or commercial property is located in an area at risk of flooding, you may be eligible for a free on-site, one-on-one risk assessment and up to $5,000 for preparedness equipment. RSVP. Image Credit: SBS

LICP Talks Labor & Employment Webinar: Hiring in 2026: From Application to Offer

Thursday, January 22, 9:30-11 a.m.

Join Irene Zoupaniotis, Labor & Employment attorney at Farrell Fritz, for the next installment of LICP Talks Labor & Employment to learn about hiring in 2026—how accommodations and remote work, leave laws, and discrimination in hiring processes are reshaping hiring, and what employers can do to stay ahead. RSVP.

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.