Green Space & The Steven Spectrum Career Project Present a SKIMMING THE SURFACE: Neuro-Inclusive Movement Healing Workshop for Adults on April 28th at 7:00 PM. Skimming the Surface: Movement Healing Workshops aim to service those that may be overcoming diverse forms of trauma and stress through somatic based expressive movement exercises. This workshop for neurodivergent […]
Come watch Professional Comedian Tyler Groce perform Stand Up Comedy at QED in Astoria Queens April 29th 6pm! Tyler Groce is a stand up comedian. Tyler uses his wit and charm to deliver a silly performance that has been described as "chaotically wholesome" "goofy, irreverent, whimsical" and "incorporates a masterful use of the N word". Tyler […]
Come by April 30th and meet Matthew Rosenberg, a punk rocker, but for comics! He'll be signing copies of We're Taking Everyone Down With Us Comic Writer, Matthew Rosenberg will be coming in to sign copies of We're Taking Everyone Down With Us #1 and 2, and sticking around for a Q and A. Matt […]
Join us for an opening reception celebrating “Luana Vitra: Amulets” and “In Practice: Sam Cottington and Alejandro Villabona.” Luana Vitra: Amulets On View May 1 – Jul 28, 2025 SculptureCenter is pleased to present the first institutional exhibition in the United States of artist Luana Vitra. Luana Vitra’s practice is deeply intertwined with her home […]
Live in The Lot is our free summer concert series, featuring live music performed outdoors every weekend at Culture Lab LIC! Here’s the lineup for May: Saturday, May 3 3:45pm: L-Train Brass 4:30pm: Queens County Roots 7pm: Habbina Habbina 8pm: Os Clavelitos Sunday, May 4 4pm: Allegra Levy’s Songs For You & Me! 5pm: Kid […]
Once again we are hosting Free Comic Book Day, with some local artists here who will introduce you to the world of comics on a personal level! Get some comics, meet some artists on Saturday May 3rd at Everyone Comics and Collectibles! op in any time! We'll update here as we confirm who's coming!
Come join us for a iloafyou pop-up at Overflow Coffee NYC! We will be there from 11AM until we sell-out… come by early! Our kid-approved & inner-child approved sourdough pb&js 🥜🍓 will be made with One Trick Pony Argentinan peanut butter, homemade strawberry jam, medjool date chunks, dark chocolate chips, and coconut flakes To pair […]
Xanh’s Weekend Family Day is when we invite families in the neighborhood to come and experience the magic of process art in an inspiring outdoor setting with us! This event is more than just an art class—it’s an opportunity to connect, create, and explore with your little ones while meeting our team
FERTILE GROUND has supported emerging and established artists for 19 seasons, showcasing the work of over 50 choreographers each year. This non-curated program features 6 artists each evening and includes a post-performance discussion with wine, moderated by Green Space Artistic Advisory Board Member Chris Ferris. Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door, […]
You're invited! Celebrate the joy of dance with Jon Lehrer Dance Company! Wednesday, May 7th | Culture Lab LIC Join us at JLDC's Spring Benefit and experience the internationally acclaimed Jon Lehrer Dance Company up close in this rare NYC appearance! Set in the heart of Queens, this immersive evening is more than just a […]
Come hang with Natan Badalov and Raj Belani as they hit the stage with their newest half-hour stand-up sets! Natan Badalov has been featured on Adult Swim, performed at the New York Comedy Festival, and is currently touring his critically acclaimed solo show Connect The Dots, which has been featured on the New York Comedy Festival, Rochester Fringe Festival, and the Y'all […]
Sunset Jazz is a free, indoor jazz music series every Friday at Culture Lab LIC. Come listen to incredible musicians, have a drink and take in the art. May 2025 Schedule: Friday, May 9 8pm: ZenithNadir Friday, May 16 8pm: Electric Bird Dog Friday, May 23 8pm: Mike Forzano’s Wiggleroom Friday, May 30 8pm: Michael […]
Live in The Lot is our free summer concert series, featuring live music performed outdoors* every weekend! May 2025 Schedule: Saturday, May 10 Asia in a Bite Sunday, May 11 Asian in a Bite Saturday, May 17 5pm: Sons of Astro 7pm: Liftoff Brass Band Sunday, May 18 5pm: Minglewood Saturday, May 24 5pm: Brainsalt […]
Asia in a Bite Food Fest is a Free Admission event celebrating Asian cuisine & culture while connecting with local communities. • 30+ Food Vendors featuring a variety of authentic and fusion Asian cuisines, including renowned vendors from NYC! • Instrumental Performances showcasing the beauty of Asian music and cultural heritage. • Free Admission for […]
The Popess: Instructions For Freedom Saturday, May 10, 7pm Free Admission. Presented in English. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-scena-2025-the-popess-instructions-for-freedom-tickets-1323675100859 My Mama Notarizes & Also Makes Risotto Saturday, May 11, 3pm. Free Admission. Presented in Italian with English supertitles. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inscena-2025-my-mama-notarizes-also-makes-risotto-tickets-1323696203979 IN THE NAME OF MARY Saturday, May 11, 7pm. Free Admission. Presented in Italian with English […]
When we prep for our weekend family classes, we always ask: How can we make them even more special, more personal, more meaningful—for families and their little ones? With Mother’s Day (or we call it Parent’s Day!) around the corner, our May 10th classes are the perfect time to add a little extra magic. During […]
Join MoMI, the New York Mycological Society, and more special guests on Mother’s Day weekend to celebrate Mother Earth and observe the third kingdom of life: fungi. The New York Mycological Society (NYMS), a volunteer-run organization founded by experimental composer John Cage in 1962, will lead a walk around MoMI’s neighborhood exploring the mushrooms, lichen, […]
Celebrate love and creativity with a floral arrangement workshop perfect for you and mom (or anyone you love!). ✨ What to Expect: Hands-on guidance from expert florists A beautiful selection of fresh flowers Take home your custom floral creation Light refreshments & a warm, inspiring atmosphere 📅 May 10 SAT 🕖 2:30pm
Get ready for 5 days of art, music, and creativity at the LIC Arts Open Festival 2025!This is the Kick off event for it all! LIC Arts Open Festival 2025! Welcome to the ultimate celebration of creativity in Long Island City! The LIC Arts Open Festival 2025 is back with Open Studios on May 17 […]
Take Root is a curated series that supports dance makers by providing an opportunity to present new work. Our DIGGING IN GROUP Residency has allowed choreographers the opportunity to develop these pieces through mentor sessions beginning in September 2024. Thurs. May 15th and Sat. May 17th Natalie Clevenger Steph McIsaac Caitlin Sikora Jeevika Bhat Fri. […]
Culture Lab After Dark presents Nice One! Comedy Every other Thursday at 8pm at Culture Lab LIC Laughs meet art at Culture Lab LIC, where stand-up comedy takes center stage in a vibrant gallery setting! Upcoming Dates: Thursday, May 15, 8:00 PM Thursday, May 29, 8:00 PM Thursday, June 12, 8:00 PM Thursday, June 26, […]
The Cabaret Burlesque by Nathalie Marrable presents PART 1 of a three-show masterpiece. Feast your eyes on glitter, glamor and showgirls, inspired by vintage Paris. This show is immersive and interactive. Prepare to leave your worries at the door and dive into a dream world, full of feathers, storytelling and elegantly curated striptease. Les Belles […]
Presented by the Four Freedoms Park Conservancy and the National Coalition Against Censorship, Unbanned is a free, outdoor celebration of the freedom to read. At a time when books and ideas are being increasingly challenged across the country, this series invites the public to engage in timely conversations about censorship and creative expression. Held at […]
SSNYC presents Use Me- A Group Exhibition of Ceramic Objects May 16th – May 24, 2025 Hours: Monday to Saturday 2pm-8pm Opening Reception: Friday, May 16th, 2025, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Sculpture Space NYC is pleased to present Use Me a show of functional works, including Ceramics, Lighting, Jewelry, and Sculpture during NYCXDesign 2025 Festival. With emphasis on […]
We’ll meet at the 43-01 21ST Street, Suite 123, where we will see the 3 exhibitions on display: “Memory” (curated by Carolina Penafil) “The Good Neighbor” (curated by Raluca Anchidin) “The Space and The In Between” (A group exhibition by Brickhouse Ceramic Art Center). We’ll also check out “Barkus Artikus” (Bark Frameworks Annual Group Exhibition) […]
🚨 NYC’s Funniest Night Out – Trends & Friends Comedy Club! 🚨 😆 Laughter is the best high – and we’ve got the supply! Join us for a wild night of comedy, good vibes, and top-tier entertainment at Trends & Friends Comedy Club! 🔥 LIMITED SEATS – Secure Your Spot Now! 🔥 📅 Saturday, May […]
Lattes aren’t just delicious—They can be beautiful too! Join Lately’s Latte Art Workshop and learn to “paint” on your coffee! Even with zero experience, you can become a coffee artist! ✨ 77 and Zixi will guide you through an afternoon as a barista. ☕ 📅 May 18 SUN 5PM | 📍 Lately 🎟 Limited spots available—grab yours now!
“The world of utility and the world of beauty are not separate realms. Who is to say that spirit and matter are not one?” Soetsu Yanagi, The Beauty of Everyday Things Don’t miss this collaboration between Sri and Lawton Mull exploring the aesthetic kinship between Japan and Scandinavia and celebrating the beauty of utility. Opening […]
For novice and advanced meditators transcend your zen with three meditation methods to channel the mind into bliss guided by Akash Chander & Andrea Bertucci. Meditation has multiple forms and when practiced regularly becomes your state of being. Imagine being blissed out 99% of the time, well this is where meditation practice gets you to. […]
What do you get when you hammer flowers and leaves to unlock their pigments? We’ve been exploring all week — and building a giant flower tower along the way. Can’t wait to share with you on May 24 🌸🔨✨ Date & Time: 10am – 12pm May 24 Location: Gantry State Park (right next to Rainbow […]
Join us for an afternoon of family fun around the corner at Focal Point Brewery! This event is the perfect opportunity for your child(ren) to explore and play outside! We will have several different sensory and exploration stations to explore that may include a sensory table, water station, playdough, themed sensory bins, easel painting and […]
Join us for a golden-hour paint session in Lately’s cozy outdoor space! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just here for fun, this chill evening is all about creativity, good company, and relaxed vibes. We’ll provide the supplies—you bring the imagination. Each ticket includes one drink to get those creative juices flowing. Let the breeze, […]
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga session every Tuesday at Trends Dispensary in Long Island City Queens! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, this event is perfect for everyone looking to unwind and recharge. Come and experience the calming atmosphere, guided by our skilled instructors. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance […]
Jest Kidding! brings you some of the best pro and emerging talent in the Standup world. Featuring a diverse lineup and a variety of styles, get ready for a night of comedy, odd stories, laughs and other nonsense.
Performances will take place at The Chocolate Factory Theater, 38-33 24th Street, Long Island City. S H I N E is a performance and installation using sound, video, voice, movement and audience participation to explore space as a living entity, and the delicate machinery of intentional, communal action. The work addresses the unseen mechanisms of […]
Reading Rhythms and Queens Book Bazaar are partnering for a Queens Reading Party celebrating AAPI Month. We’ll be hosting a reading party and also a book fair featuring authors from these regions!
We’re excited to be bringing together 20+ legal New York brands so you can have the chance to meet & see their newest products firsthand. To make the experience even more enjoyable, we’ll have a live DJ spinning some tunes and tasty bites along with some elevated activities. We’re also planning on having interactive demos […]
Cacao Circles are portals connecting our minds with our hearts and transcending our consciousness into peace. Following the Mayan Calendar, the Chol’Qi, we observe the tradition of drinking cacao ‘chaqiya’ to bring in balance, health, wealth, and bliss. If you’re familiar with the Mayan Chol’Qi calendar, we will be connecting with the energy of Aq’a’bal, […]
Kasset is an indie band made up of five CUNY students from Colombia, Indonesia, Poland, and the U.S. They blend indie and classic rock with R&B vibes creating a sound shaped by their backgrounds and shared experiences. It all started when Juanita (bass/vocals) and Noah (guitar/lead vocals) performed together at Brooklyn Music School. By […]
Get ready for a high-energy night of Mahjong, drinks, and unbeatable vibes! Whether you’re here to earn, compete, or just soak in the atmosphere, there’s a table waiting for you. 📅 May 31 SAT 🎲 🕖 7:00 ✨ New to Mahjong? No worries! Our Beginner-Friendly tables will get you up to speed with Sichuan Mahjong […]
LIC Springs! is our annual community street festival celebrating Long Island City with live performances, interactive lessons, art, fitness classes, outdoor dining, pop-up activities, games and more. This year we also celebrated the 20th anniversary and recent expansion of the LIC Business Improvement District (LIC BID), managed by LIC Partnership. The event is free and open […]