Past Events

Welcome to the Himalayan Art Exhibition, opening on September 5th at Culture Lab LIC. We are honored to present a rare dialogue between the ancient tradition of Thangka art and contemporary artistic expression. This exhibition offers a unique opportunity for New Yorkers and international guests alike to witness the work of renowned Thangka masters such […]

Enjoy New York City's funniest standup comics in the unique setting of an art gallery. Check out the art, enjoy live comedy! Sponsored by QNSY Cocktails, providing a complimentary drink for every ticket so bring your friends! NICE ONE! COMEDY is BOAST OF ASTORIA & LIC 2023 AWARD WINNER FOR BEST STANDUP COMEDY VENUE brought […]

The latest version of CatVideoFest, a wildly popular and entertaining cat-spectacular that has been presented in more than 250 theaters nationwide and another 100 worldwide since  2019, makes its Queens debut. An “only in theaters” compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, […]

One of the most exciting and inspiring filmmakers to emerge so far this century, Pema Tseden died last year in mid-career, at 53. Born into a pastoral family in China’s western Qinghai province, director and novelist Pema Tseden revolutionized Tibetan representation in Chinese cinema, creating unprecedented films that combine standardized narrative forms with Tibetan culture and language. […]

You remember when your mom made you go to that kid's birthday party that you didn't like, but she was friends with that kid's mom? We're doing something like that but giving you a discount for your time, as well! Come celebrate Dimitrios's 41st birthday by shopping at the store for major bargains or just […]

Museum of the Moving Image will present a dynamic new exhibition that explores skateboarding and its capture on video as twin forms of artistic expression. Recording the Ride will feature videos and objects related to skate culture’s formative years in the late 1980s and 1990s, with a focus on those that laid the foundation for […]

Taiwan Fest at Culture Lab LICSaturday, September 7, 2-9pm ​Food Vendors, Handmade Crafts & Specialties, Games & Interactive Experiences! Let's have more Taiwan in NYC!​ Free Admission. Outdoor events are weather permitting. Schedule subject to change. https://www.instagram.com/taiwanfest.nyc