Combover Comedy
2024-09-20 21:00 (America/New_York)
fri 8:30pm doors, 9pm show: combover comedy in a barbershop: we're cutting it up at otis + finn barbershop (lic), where mike albanese, alex pavone, and mahesh kotagi host an evening of cutting-edge comedy. this fridays show features lee syatt (co host of the joey diaz podcast), Carlette jennings (“atlanta” on fx), lily lester (ny comedy fest) and more tba bonus: byob plus complimentary drinks. $9.85 with promo code ‘skint’ (reg. $17.85).

Free Concert Featuring Mark Wade and Yuval Medina
2024-09-21 14:00
Mark Wade and Yuval Medina join forces for an afternoon of live music in Sunnyside, Queens. Jazz composer Mark Wade will perform original music from his upcoming album. Classical composer Yuval Medina will perform a cadenza for solo cello and a song based on the poems of Edna St. Vincent Millay.
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant program, a program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature and administered by Flushing Town Hall.

Saturday Night Happy Hour & Dinner Party at Doha Bar Lounge
2024-09-21 15:00 - 2024-09-22 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
This Saturday, experience the ultimate Happy Hour & Dinner Party at Doha Bar Lounge in Long Island City! Kick off your evening with 2×1 drinks from 3 PM – 7 PM, then stay for an epic dinner party starting at 7 PM and dancing till 4 AM! Celebrating something special? Elevate your night with our exclusive Prix Fixe Packages and Bottle Service, while grooving to beats by our guest DJs.
It’s the perfect spot to eat, drink, and dance your way into the weekend! Don’t miss out—bring your crew for an unforgettable night.
Location: 38-34 31st Street, LIC
#DohaBarLounge #SaturdayVibes #NYCParty #HappyHour

Kids Night Out!
2024-09-21 17:30 - 21:00
Give your kids a great Saturday night (and have one yourself).
Kids Night Out is a fun evening of physical activity and games, followed by pizza, popcorn, and a movie.
While you're relaxing or having a night on the town, they'll be having a great time, too. Our coach-led program ensures that your child is fully engaged, learning, and socializing for the entire evening. We swing on the ropes, twist on the rings, build forts, play games, and dance the night away!
Kids Night Out! goes from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
$70/child 1/2 price for the additional sibling!
Register today: gantrykids.com/schedule-kids-night-out

Mingle + Match: Single's Open Play
2024-09-21 19:00 - 22:00
Ready, Set, Mix-and-Match!

Single? Come ready to mingle and play at our Mingle + Match: Singles’ Open Play and find your match for on or off the court.

Every ticket includes open play with mixed doubles, happy hour pricing and opportunities to dink, drink, and mingle. ‍❤️‍

Sunset Salsa Nights
2024-09-21 19:00 - 22:00
Sunset Salsa Night. Come join us for a free salsa class. We welcome all levels. I

MAGIC Unleashed! Rashmi's Album Release Party!
2024-09-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Multi-award winning Queens-based singer-songwriter, Rashmi, unleashes her long anticipated album, MAGIC, in a live show with dynamic new originals and fresh covers with a uniquley global-pop sound that attests to the influence of the World's Borough on her catchy tunes!
Full band show on the indoor stage at the beautiful Plaxall Art Gallery at Culture Lab LIC.

Sunday Hip Hop & R&B Brunch Bash at Doha Bar Lounge!
2024-09-22 15:00 - 2024-09-23 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join the ultimate Hip Hop & R&B Day Party every Sunday at Doha Bar Lounge! Dive into our bottomless special: just $45.99 for unlimited Mimosas, Sangrias, or Frosé, plus your choice of entree. Enjoy complimentary hookah refills all night long and groove to beats from our guest DJ. Grab $150 premium bottles before midnight. Free admission all night!
Tag your crew and book your late brunch reservation now at www.dohabarlounge.com. See you at 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101!
#HipHopDayParty #RBDayParty #BottomlessBrunch #DohaBarLounge #LongIslandCity #SundayFunday #BrunchAndParty #FreeHookah #SpecialGuestDJ #NYCNightlife #BrunchWithFriends #LateBrunch #PartyInLIC #Mimosa #Sangria #Frose #PremiumBottles #NYCEvents

The WoW Tasting Experience
2024-09-22 16:00 - 22:00
Journey Around The World Through Spirits at the ultimate NY tasting experience. This all-inclusive, curated event features whisky, rum, cognac, tequila, mezcal, rose, cocktails and more. Proceeds benefit God's Love We Deliver. Limited VIP and General ticket options.

Fertile Ground New Works Showcase
2024-09-22 19:00 - 22:00
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 Director Valerie Green.
Tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door, visit https://www.greenspacestudio.org/fertile-ground to purchase.

September Artists:
Josh & Elisa Dance Co.
Corinne Lohner
Aishwarya Madhav
Barbara Mahler
Nadia and Olivia Movement Co

Somatic Healing Group
2024-09-24 19:00
Cultivate physical, emotional, and mental growth using movement, expressive work, and group dynamics!
In this facilitated group, we find ways of supporting the unique needs of each member, while also learning to more effectively relate to others. We learn to be seen for who we really are – and to others as they are. We find healing where before we may have felt pain or disconnection from the self. We find insight, awareness and courage to break and move past old patterns that no longer serve us. The sessions utilize Core Energetics, an approach that engages group members through body, dialogue and awareness. Group sessions include shared movement and expressive work and opportunities for members to process individual issues and struggles they want support in working through. This group provides a safe and therapeutic environment, where you can express your feelings, take risks, connect to others and further your emotional growth process.
When: 10 Every Other Week Sessions, Tuesdays 7pm-9pm
9/24, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3, 12/17, 1/7, 1/21, 2/4
*Attendance of a minimum of 8 sessions is required

Geraldine Hughes Presents: "Unreconciled"
2024-09-25 19:00 - 21:00
New from Geraldine Hughes and writers Jay Sefton and Mark Basquill comes an the unflinchingly honest and powerful Unreconciled, the true story of a 13-year-old boy who has his sights set on becoming an actor and the priest who exploits his love of theatre to abuse him. From the alcohol-drenched Irish suburbs of 1980s Philadelphia to a sterile law office in Manhattan, this play is about discovering your voice and the power of using it.

Each performance will be followed by a brief talkback and Q&A:
– Wednesday, September 25: David Clohessy—Victims advocate and former director of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) for 30 years.
– Thursday, September 26: Marci Hamilton—Founder and CEO of CHILD USA and the leading expert on clergy sex abuse and child sex abuse statutes of limitation. Author of Justice Denied and God vs. the Gavel.

“Sefton put on an acting clinic, inhabiting 12 different characters. It all added up to one of the most amazing pieces of acting I’ve ever seen. It was also funny as hell and very moving.”
—Steve Pfarrer, Daily Hampshire Gazette
“An extraordinary work of art on the impossible topic.”
—Terry McKiernan (Founder & President Bishop Accountability)

Bodies in Motion - An Exhibition Exploring the Power of the Human Body
2024-09-26 17:00 - 2024-10-26 14:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Bodies in Motion – An Exhibition Exploring the Power of the Human BodyCurated by Edjo Wheeler
​On view: September 26 – November 3 during gallery hours: Thursday & Friday, 5-9pm, and Saturday & Sunday, 2-9pm.
​Opening reception: September 26, 6-9pm (live music and refreshments)
An exhibition celebrating the power, grace, and resilience of the human form with figurative works that capture the human body in dynamic motion or showcasing its incredible capabilities.
​Great Art, networking, live performances, savory bits, wine, beer.
​Free Admission.

An evening with CFGNY, Kerstin Brätsch, and Contemporary Art Library
2024-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | SculptureCenter, 44-19 Purves Street, Long Island City, New York, 11101
SculptureCenter hosts a special evening with Contemporary Art Library to celebrate the release of Kerstin Brätsch’s Contemporary Art Quarterly archive, with an activation by CFGNY and a performance by VIOLENCE. Drinks will be served by KAYA. The Contemporary Art Quarterly archive offers an exhaustive documentation history of Brätsch's work as well as the work of the various collectives in which she has been a core member.
Kerstin Brätsch’s artistic practice centers the idea of painting, oscillating between a conceptual analysis of the medium and a devotion to painterly processes. Her interest in the power of the unseen world, manifest in an interrogation of the occult, is expressed through painting, performance, and collaboration. Brätsch uses painting to question the ways in which the body can be expressed psychologically, physically, and socially. Through this focus on the medium—via myriad aesthetic and conceptual approaches—she is seeking to destabilize and expand upon the very definition of painting. A central subject for her is the relationship between painting and subjectivity, a connection that is softened, subverted, and sometimes parodied in her work. This becomes particularly evident in her engagement with the metaphysical strands of abstraction and the animistic qualities of painting. To question the agency of painting and engage with it as an expanded field, she invites artisanal practices (including stained glass, paper marbling, and stucco marmo) and sustained collaborations into the equation, moving from the personal to the collective in order to question the medium’s largely uncontested history. Brätsch was part of the group exhibition Leopords in the Temple at SculptureCenter in 2010 (in addition to her creative alliances with master craftspeople).
In addition to her creative alliances with master craftspeople, Brätsch founded the collaborative DAS INSTITUT with German artist Adele Röder in 2007. Since 2010, she has been working with the American artist Debo Eilers under the moniker KAYA.
Founded in 2016 and based in NYC, the artist collective CFGNY continually returns to the term "vaguely Asian": an understanding of racial identity as a specific cultural experience combined with the experience of being perceived as other. In addition to using fashion as a readymade, CFGNY’s practice spans mediums such as video, performance, installation, and sculpture, researching the ways in which material assemblage and reproduction play a part in the formation and racialization of such “vaguely Asian” identities. CFGNY is uninterested in representing what it means to be “Asian” in the singular; instead, it encourages the visualization of the countless ways one is able to be in the plural. CFGNY is composed of Daniel Chew, Ten Izu, Kirsten Kilponen, and Tin Nguyen. Their project at SculptureCenter in 2023 included a collaboration with KAYA.
Contemporary Art Library is the resource of record for documentation of contemporary art. A free, non-profit database of nearly 1 million images, videos, and documents, the Library allows anyone to easily study the work of artists. Their project Contemporary Art Quarterly publishes four deep archives on the histories of important artists to the Library each year.

Opening Reception: Bodies in Motion Curated by Edjo Wheeler
2024-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Join us for the Opening Reception of Bodies In Motion, a dynamic art exhibition that brings the human form to life. Experience captivating works of art alongside live performers and dancers posing as living sculptures, creating an unforgettable fusion of movement and creativity. Enjoy live music, free food, wine, and beer as you mingle with the artists behind the exhibition and immerse yourself in an evening of powerful, inspiring art. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate the beauty and strength of the human body in motion!
Free Admission

Karaoke & Dinner Vibes: Latin Fusion Nights at Doha Bar Lounge
2024-09-26 19:00 - 2024-09-27 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us for an unforgettable Karaoke & Dinner Party at Doha Bar Lounge! Indulge in delicious Latin fusion cuisine, live music, and an electrifying atmosphere. Perfect for a memorable evening with friends, family, or coworkers!
Every Thursday, Doha Bar Lounge presents: Live Music by @CoralLopezofficial: Elevate your dining experience with passionate live performances. All-Night Happy Hour: Relax and enjoy expertly crafted cocktails with our unbeatable specials. Kitchen Open Till Midnight: From light bites to hearty meals, we’ve got something for every craving.
Reserve your table now—limited spots available for this exclusive experience! Location: 3834 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101 Contact: 347-443-8355 Visit: dohabarlounge.com/ladies-night-thursdays
It’s not just a dinner, it’s a full experience blending Latin flavors and NYC’s vibrant nightlife. #DohaBarLounge #LatinFusionNYC #NYCNightlife #DinnerAndDance #CelebrateWithUs #QueensNightlife #BookNow #NYCEvents

Leap of Faith: Improvised Stand Up
2024-09-26 19:30 - 20:30
Leap Of Faith puts New York's finest comedian’s wits to the test as they improvise an entirely new stand-up set based off of prompts from the audience.

Hosted by Tristan Miller & Stan Talouis

Lineup for September:
Sabrina Wu
John F O'Donnell
Rivkah Reyes
DeAnne Smith
Meredith Deitz

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here: https://qedastoria.com/products/leap-of-faith-improvised-stand-up-comedy-1?event=2024-09-26T19:30:00

*Lineups subject to change

Open Call for Ceramics - "Shardeology Making with the Future in Mind"
2024-09-27 10:00 - 2024-10-15 23:30
In the distant future, archeologists will unearth our fragments, and try to decipher our chaotic, transformative era. There will be bits of phones, a lot of plastic. Will the clay shards surprise them? Clay is experiencing a vibrant renaissance – from functional to sculptural, wood fired to painstaking pattern, pinched to 3D printed.
This exhibition intends to embrace the whole of this moment’s ceramic universe. There is no hierarchy, no excluded category. What have you made that is extraordinary? What shard do you want to leave behind? Let’s explore together.
Background of the curator:
Eric Lawrence received an MFA in film from Columbia University in 1983, and went to work on commercials and television.
Eventually, he came to his senses, and started studying clay at Parsons School of Design, and Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, which led to making and teaching ceramics all around New York for over 25 years.
He has shown with Long Island City Artists, at Gallery North in Setauket, LI, and on Governor’s Island. He most recently exhibited earlier this year in Portal: Shifting Landscapes, a show organized by 4Heads and ChaShaMa. He has maintained a studio space at Brickhouse Ceramic Art Center in Long Island City since it opened.

FREE Dance Workshops for Adults 50+ at LPAC!
2024-09-27 14:30
Calpulli Mexican Dance Company and LaGuardia Performing Arts Center are partnering to bring free multicultural dance classes made especially for adults 50+. Join us for this 6-session class taking place on Fridays from 2:30pm-3:30pm beginning on September 27th. Celebrate the joy of dancing while learning conversational English and Spanish. No prior experience needed, all levels of expertise welcome!

Schedule of Classes:
Friday, September 27, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Friday, October 4, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Friday, October 11, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Friday, October 18, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Friday, October 25, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Friday, November 1, 2:30pm-3:30pm

AfterWork Fridays: Unwind, Sip, & Party at Doha Bar Lounge!
2024-09-27 17:00 - 2024-09-28 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Looking for the perfect way to unwind after a long week? Join us for AfterWork Happy Hour Fridays at Doha Bar Lounge in Long Island City, Queens! Kick off your weekend with refreshing cocktails, delicious bites, and non-stop vibes from 5 PM – 4 AM. Enjoy Happy Hour specials from 5-8 PM, with free admission all night! Whether you're celebrating with friends or just looking for a great night out, we've got you covered.
Location: 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY
Happy Hour: 5-8 PM
Music: Top 40s, Hip-Hop, Classics, Reggaeton
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Don't miss it! #AfterWorkFridays #DohaBarLounge #LICNightlife #HappyHourFun

Clay Connections: Potluck and Presentation w/ Artist Matt Nolen
2024-09-27 18:00 - 20:00
BrickHouse Ceramic Arts Center presents…
Clay Connections:
Potluck and Presentation on
Friday, September 27 @6pm

Clay Connections is about sharing food, information, and inspiration.
This is a relaxed and casual event, featuring a talk by local artist Matt Nolen. Nolen's work ranges from architectural tile installations to elaborate and imaginative porcelain sculptures. Whatever the medium or style, his talent and imagination lend an eerie and beautiful ambiguity to his thematically rich creations. Check out Matt's incredible work by clicking this link!
There will be a community potluck before the prestation.
Bring food to share and a curious mind!
WHERE: BrickHouse Ceramic Art Center
WHEN: Friday, September27 @ 6pm
WHAT TO BRING: Food for the potluck!

Tickets are $15. You must register in advance!
(Seats will be limited)

Adult Tennis Open Play
2024-09-27 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for an exhilarating Tennis Open Play for adults at Court 16 Long Island City on Wednesday, September 27th, at 6:30pm! This event is a fantastic opportunity for tennis enthusiasts of all skill levels to come together, enjoy some friendly matches, and connect with fellow players in a fun and social atmosphere. The cost is $35 per participant. To register, please ensure you have a Court 16 Long Island City profile and email simone@court16.com. Grab your spot today and get ready to serve, rally, and compete!

Noir Nights: Red Hot at Culture Lab LIC - Friday, September 27, 9pm
2024-09-27 21:00 - 23:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Noir Nights: Red Hot presented by Culture Lab After DarkFriday, September 27, 9-11pm
​Join us after dark for Noir Nights, an evening of seductive, steamy burlesque hosted by Witch Tulips and featuring red-hot performers who will leave you dripping by the time they’re through.
​Attendees are encouraged to embrace the evening’s dress code in your hottest vintage attire.
"Noir Nights" is more than a show; it’s an immersive, interactive experience that invites our audience to step behind the curtain into our glamorous, wicked wonderland of burlesque.
Tickets

Fall Fest by the Bridge
2024-09-28 12:00 - 19:00
The Greats of Craft presents Fall Fest By the Bridge — an annual block party and celebration of community and craft! Join us for a day filled with fun, flavor, and local appreciation. In support of Culture Lab LIC, this event is all about bringing the neighborhood together to enjoy the best of what Long Island City has to offer!
Saturday, September 28
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
10-15 43rd Avenue, LIC (at 11th Street)
Event Highlights:

Bites + Brews: Local breweries and food pop-ups.

Live Music: Performances throughout the day.

Kids Zone: Family-friendly activities.

Local Artisans: Unique, handcrafted goods from local artists.

Raffles + Prizes: Exciting prizes with proceeds benefiting Culture Lab LIC.

Follow @greatsofcraft on IG for vendor highlights and updates!

Saturday Night Vibes: Sip, Dine, & Celebrate at Doha Bar Lounge!
2024-09-28 15:00 - 2024-09-29 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York

Sips & Stems: Flower Arranging & Tea Tasting Workshop
2024-09-29 13:30 - 15:00
Celebrate the new season with a fall-inspired flower arranging workshop featuring an educational tea mocktail tasting hosted by Of Tea's co-founder Suling at the gorgeous LIC waterfront yoga studio, Form + Flow.
Date: Sunday, September 29th
Time: 1:30pm-3:00pm
Location: Form & Flow Waterfront
5-18 46th Ave Second floor, Long Island City, NY 11101
Your ticket includes fresh & premium flowers, all of the materials you need to create your arrangement, and three delicious tea mocktails that will be served throughout the course of the workshop.
Partly educational, partly creative exploration. We will go over composition, eco-friendly mechanics, proper ways to care for your flowers, and so much more. You'll then be given time to zone in, zen out, and unleash your creativity to freely arrange your flowers.
The floral arrangement you create, as well as the vase you arrange it in, is for you to keep, enjoy, and reuse.
Notes:
This workshop is beginner-friendly and inclusive to all. Tickets for this event are non-refundable. Limited seats available.
Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the workshop for promotional purposes. By purchasing a ticket, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed and understand that these images may be used in future marketing materials for Anther & Pistil and Of Tea.

Sunday Hip Hop & R&B Brunch at Doha Bar Lounge!
2024-09-29 15:00 - 2024-09-30 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York

Cycle To Recycle by The Blue Bus Project at Culture Lab LIC - Sept 29, 4pm
2024-09-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
Cycle To Recycle by The Blue Bus ProjectSunday, September 29 , 4 – 7pm at Culture Lab LIC
Pedal to recycle! Join us to shred plastic, learn about upcycling, and create a keychain with Precious Plastic NYC!
​The Blue Bus Project, in partnership with Precious Plastic NYC, Millwright, and Kids Ride Club, presents Cycle to Recycle! A human-powered bicycle shredder where you get to pedal and help us shred plastic waste.
​Join us Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Culture Lab LIC from 4-7pm, where Precious Plastic NYC will demonstrate the full shredding process. You'll also learn about different types of plastic and make a usable item—a keychain—to take home as a reminder of the power of upcycling. Come, bike, and be part of the solution!
​Free; Outdoors; All Ages!

Trends LIC presents MEET THE BRANDS
2024-09-30 16:00 - 20:00
Come join us at Trends Dispensary NYC for an exciting event where you can meet all your favorite ouid brands in person! Get up close and personal with the people behind the products you love. Discover new products, learn about the latest trends, and enjoy exclusive discounts only available at the event. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with the brands you know and love. See you there!

Halloween Basket Giveaway
2024-10-01 09:00 - 2024-10-18 20:00
Get in the Halloween spirit with this Spooky Basket giveaway brought to you by City Chemist.
With every in store purchase of $30 or more, enter your name for a chance to win the Spooky Basket that includes fall press on nails from Bon Art, Archipelago Pumpkin Macchiato candle, Fresh Lip Treatment, L'occitane hand cream, and more! Check us out on Instagram @Citychemist.lic for more details.
