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LIC Update: March 18, 2026

LIC Partnership News + Events

 

LIC Monthly Mixer @ Trends LIC


Wednesday, March 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.


Join us for this month’s Monthly Mixer at Trends LIC. Enjoy pop-ups from Djablo Hot Sauce, Little Chef Little Cafe, Milene Jardine Chocolates, Shari’s Tea, and Vanessa's Dumpling House with samples offered for the first hour. Come mingle with your neighbors and learn more about your local neighborhood organization! Let Us Know You're Coming

LICP Talks Labor & Employment: Protecting Your Business When Employees Leave


Tuesday, March 31, 9:30-11 a.m.


Join LIC Partnership (LICP) and Farrell Fritz for a free, practical virtual session on how to protect your business when employees move on. When key staff leave, they can take customers, colleagues, and critical information with them. Irene A. Zoupaniotis and Jana Schwartz of Farrell Fritz, will walk through the essentials. Join us for a clearer understanding of how to protect what matters most to your business in times of transition. RSVP

LICP Real Estate Breakfast


Tuesday, April 21, 8-10:30 a.m.


Join LIC Partnership for the 21st Annual Real Estate Breakfast on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 to discuss the state of the market and network with 300+ business and civic leaders working in western Queens.


Panel:

  • David Brause – President, Brause Realty and Chairman, LIC BID (Moderator)
  • Forrest Mas – Director, North River Company
  • Sohrab Mohebbi – Director, SculptureCenter
  • Jesse Spellman – Co-Owner, Utopia Bagels and JAX Pizza Joint
  • Andrew Till – Principal and COO, Baron Property Group, LLC
 

LIC Happenings

 

LIC Happenings


Court 16 LIC – Eid-Al-Fitr Holiday Camp

Friday, March 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.


Brooklyn Boulders Adventure Day Rock Climbing Camp

Friday, March 20, 9 a.m.


Brooklyn Boulders Women’s History Month Celebration

Friday, March 20, 6-10 p.m.


Vela Studio @ Modega Mat Pilates (All Levels Welcomed)

Saturday, March 21, 12:15-1 p.m.


Vela Studio @ Mommy + Me Stretch & Strength Class

Saturday, March 21, 1:15-2 p.m.


Soccer Social & Happy Hour at Pig Beach

Saturday, March 21, 5-7 p.m.


Cocktails and Live Music Pairing at Rewind

Saturday, March 21, 6:30 p.m.


New York Blood Center Blood Drive at Estée Lauder Companies - Use Code #72984

Wednesday, March 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.


"Made in Heaven" at The Chocolate Factory Theater

Wednesday, March 25, 7 p.m.


Image courtesy of Rewind / Katherine Miller

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LIC in the News

 

Cathy Nolan’s Gifts to NY: Queens Assemblywoman's Stellar Record of Service

NY Daily News


The Key Political Races to Watch Across Astoria and Long Island City

QNS


LIC Partnership to Unveil Third Public Glass Mural at Bar Enzo

QNS


Orchard Residential Tower in LIC Celebrates First Crown Lighting

QNS


A critique of commercial art via Chekhov, in Long Island City

Queens Chronicle


Marathon HK Diner Launches Mascot Student Art Contest in LIC

QNS


Your Guide to the Newest Restaurants in Astoria and Long Island City

QNS


OneLIC and Other Real Estate Developments to Watch for in Astoria and LIC

QNS


BLDG Management Begins Leasing 70-Story Apartment Tower in Queens

REBusiness Online


55-Story Skyscraper Readies for Vertical Construction on Jackson Avenue in LIC

New York YIMBY

 

Local Notices + Resources

 

Small Business Access to Capital Workshop - April 9

Looking to fund your next stage of growth? Join the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) for this Access to Capital event, an opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect directly with banks, microlenders, and alternative funders to explore financing options for their business. This event is designed for seasoned business owners who are ready to scale and want to understand what it takes to qualify for funding, strengthen their financial documents, and build relationships with lenders who actively support small businesses in NYC. 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 Charles Yu at cyu@licpartnership.org to get connected.

 
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