Long Island City Monthly Mixer
2024-10-24 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a special seasonal cocktail menu at Debbie's, the new live music venue above Dutch Kills Bar. Enjoy live jazz, spooky cocktails, and a possible appearance by the ghost of Debbie herself! Come support a local business and meet your local community organization, Long Island City Partnership.

Halloween in LIC 2024
2024-10-26 14:00 - 20:00
Hunters Point Parks Conservancy (HPPC), Long Island City Partnership, the PS/IS 78Q PTA, and local businesses are collaborating for a Halloween Festival from 2pm to 8pm on October 26. The day will feature a Halloween March down Vernon Blvd from 2pm to 4pm with the support of local LIC businesses. The March will then turn down 50th Ave. to walk to Hunter’s Point South Park, where from 4pm to 6pm there will be a ton of seasonal activities at Frank Ottomanelli’s by the Water and a costume contest at 5:30pm. At around 6:30pm, the 1991 The Addams Family movie will be screened on the oval. The Halloween March is supported by Manducati’s Rustica, Plaxall, Modern Spaces, and local businesses, and the film screening is sponsored by Nest Seekers.

Philanthopy Roundtable
2024-10-29 09:00 - 11:00

Halloween Trick-or-Treating in LIC
2024-10-31 16:00 - 18:00

Member Webinar with the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
2024-11-20 10:00 - 11:00
Join the NYC Department of Buildings, LICP, and the LIC BID to learn about the DOB’s free resources for business owners and entrepreneurs, including useful advice on hiring professionals, and assistance with inspections, permits, and more!

LIC Lights Up 2024
2024-12-02 16:30 - 18:30
The LIC Business Improvement district, Hunters Point Community Development Corporation, and The Chocolate Factory Theater welcome you to celebrate the return of holiday lighting in LIC. Join your neighbors for a festive evening featuring caroling, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa.
Bring a toy or clothing item to donate to children living in homeless and/or domestic violence shelters, in partnership with The Floating Hospital.
The event is free and open to the public. Bring the entire family.

LIC Partnership and LIC BID Annual Meeting
2024-12-10 17:30 - 19:30

LIC Monthly Mixer @ The Bar @ Jack & Co
2024-12-16 17:30 - 19:30
Join the LIC Partnership for our next LIC Monthly Mixer at the vibrant Jacx & Co. Bar and Food Hall! Celebrate the season at one of LIC's most exciting destinations for dining, drinks, and events. Enjoy $10 holiday cocktails, $10 wine, $8 drafts, and $6 cans while connecting with neighbors

LIC Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
2025-01-24 00:00 - 2025-02-23 23:59

LICP Networking Night at Han Dynasty
2025-01-30 17:00 - 19:00

Celebrating Black History Month: LIC Voices
2025-02-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join Us for a Powerful Conversation on Black Community & Business in Long Island City
Long Island City has long been home to a thriving and diverse Black community—one shaped by artists, entrepreneurs, advocates, and business leaders who continue to drive its future. This event is about connection—bringing together those who live, work, or have strong ties to LIC and western Queens to celebrate this rich legacy and explore the opportunities ahead, especially for business owners, workers and entrepreneurs in the area.
Hosted at MoMA PS1, a world-renowned arts institution with a deep history of fostering inclusion and attracting diverse audiences, the evening will feature a dynamic panel discussion, networking, and guided tours of Ceremonies Out of the Air: Ralph Lemon, showcasing over 60 works by this acclaimed Black artist.
Location: MoMA PS1 (22-25 Jackson Ave)
Moderator: Queens Deputy Borough President Ebony Young
Confirmed Speakers:

Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor – Longtime community leader and advocate; CEO of Urban Upbound
Jean Woods Powell – Principal, Information Technology High School
Melanie Okuneye-Williams – Senior Manager, Corporate and Institutional Partnerships, Pursuit
Rodney Carter – Co-founder, Trends Dispensaries

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What to Expect:

A thought-provoking discussion on the contributions of LIC’s Black community and the professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses shaping its future
Opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, business owners, and local leaders
An exclusive look at MoMA PS1’s exhibition, Ceremonies Out of the Air: Ralph Lemon, with guided tours available for attendees

Discussion Highlights:

The lasting impact of LIC’s Black community
The diversity of Black-owned businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs driving LIC’s future
How collaboration can strengthen the community and create new opportunities

RSVP is required. Join us in celebrating, uplifting, and strengthening the Black business community in LIC.

The event is co-hosted by LICP, MoMA PS1, and the Office of Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.

LIC Monthly Mixer @ On The 7
2025-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 | On The 7, 50-04 Vernon Boulevard, Queens, New York, United States
Join LIC Partnership for a love-filled edition of our LIC Monthly Mixer at On the 7! Sip on $9 wines, $6 beers, and $13 cocktails while being serenaded with live music. Plus, everyone gets a chance to win a bottle of wine with raffles all night! Let’s toast to love, laughter, and community. See you there!

LICP Economic Update Webinar with M&T Bank
2025-03-13 10:00 - 11:00

Real Estate Breakfast 2025
2025-04-08 08:00 - 10:30 | Brewster LIC, 41-21 27th Street,, Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
Our 20th Annual Real Estate Breakfast took place on Tuesday, April 8 at Brewster LIC and brought together 350 attendees for a panel discussion about updates to projects and policies affecting the future of LIC.

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Schedule:8:00 – 8:30 a.m.: Registration and Networking8:30 – 10:00 a.m.: Panel Discussion10:00 – 10:30 a.m.: Closing Remarks and Networking

Panel:

David Brause – President, Brause Realty and Chairman, LIC BID (Moderator)

Lin Zeng – Director, Department of City Planning, Queens Office

Jasper Wu – Vice President, ZD Jasper Realty

Helen Paul – Executive Director and Co-Lead, NYC Logistics & Industrial Services, Cushman & Wakefield

Yaniv Cohen – Co-Owner & VP of Business Development, Westville Restaurant Group

*Sponsors confirmed as of April 1, 2025

LICP April Monthly Mixer
2025-04-24 17:30 - 19:30
Join the LIC Partnership for a celebration of Spring at the Beast Next Door for the next LIC Monthly Mixer! Enjoy $5 Narraganset, $9 beer and shot combo, $10 house red or white win, $1 oysters and $2 off select cocktails while mingling with your neighbors. Whether you work, live or just enjoy visintg LIC – come out to support a local business, and get to know your local org: The LIC Partnership.

LIC Springs! 2025
2025-06-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Vernon Blvd. between 46th and 50th Ave., Vernon Blvd. between 46th and 50th Ave., Long Island City, New York, 11101, United States
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 to the public every year.

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100+ Participating Businesses & Organizations:
Access Self Storage • Aloft LIC – Manhattan View • Amtrak • Art Strong NYC • Assembly Member Claire Valdez • AURA Physical Therapy • Bareburger • Blend LIC • Blow and Arrow • Bond Vet LIC • Book Culture LIC • Boro Dental Arts • BrickHouse Ceramic Art Center • Brooklyn Boulders • Brown Harris Stevens • Champions Martial Arts LIC • Charney Companies • Chinese Theatre Works • Chun Yang Tea • Citizens Bank • City Jiu-Jitsu Academy • CityPickle • Cohen Children’s Northwell Health General Pediatrics at LIC • Corgi Jianbing • Council Member Julie Won • Courtyard LIC • CrossFit Gantry • Cucala Dance Company LLC • Culture Lab LIC • CuppingNYC • Dexterity Hand Therapy • Digital Memories NYC • Dogtopia of LIC • Doughnut Plant • Drizzle Weather • Dussan Eyecare • Earth Angel Crystal • Earth Sky Massage and Acupuncture • Ellee Salon • Energy Tech High School • Evergreen Pediatric Dentistry • Galliard Music • Gantry Bar • Gantry Kids & Teens • Growing Up Green Charter Schools • Han Dynasty LIC • Hunters Point Dentistry • Hunters Point Parks Conservancy • Hunters Point Wines & Spirits • iFLY • Industry Gymnastics • Infinite Machine • Izakaya Noname • Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement • Jungly • Justfoodfordogs • Kakes • Kotofit • K-talk Korean Learning Center • LaGuardia Community College • LIC Artist Inc. • LIC Community Boathouse • LIC Concerts • LIC Feral Feeders • LIC Veterinary Center • LIC YMCA • LinkNYC • Lion Physical Therapy PLLC • Little Chef Little Cafe • Little Laser Clinic • Live Hydration Spa LIC • LiveOnNY • LL Blossoms Cosmetic Wellness PC • Madera Cuban Grill • Magic Eric Q • Manducatis Rustica • Mango Mango • Martinez Dance Studios • Master Panda • Materials for the Arts • McManus Irish Dance & Jiggy Tots • Mercato LIC • Modern Spaces • MoMA PS1 • Mount Sinai Queens • Movement LIC • Museum of Urban Arts • Mysttik Masaala • New York City Department of Transportation • New York Irish Center • Nicely Fit Co. • NMDP • NY State of Health • O’Donnell Academy of Irish Dance • Orangetheory Fitness LIC • Overflow Coffee • Panna USA • Partner’s Coffee • Pet Island • Pure Barre LIC • QBK Sports • Queens Community Board 2 • Queens Community House – Childcare Network • Queens School of Ballet • Queensboro Dance Festival • Quintessential Therapy • Remix Market • Safir Mediterranean • Sanidas Tutoring • SculptureCenter • SING LIC • Sit Still Kids Salon – Queens (LIC) • Smiling Hogshead Ranch • Snapology • Soccer Shots Queens • Solar One • Solidcore • Spokesman Cycles • State Senator Kristen Gonzalez • Sunnyside Community Services • Sweet Chick • Tend LIC • The Baroness Bar • The Blue Bus Project • The Chocolate Factory Theater • The Corcoran Group • The Steven Spectrum Career Project • The Trinity Gym • Tiger J Taekwondo • T-Mobile • Top Dogs Club • Trends Dispensaries LIC • Tuk Tuk • Tutu School LIC • Urban Upbound • Velvet Turtle Events • Vernon Grille • Very Good Gym LIC • Warby Parker • Weill Cornell Medicine – Primary Care • Woodbines Craft Kitchen
Main Stage Schedule:

12:30 pm – Welcoming Remarks
1:15 pm – Sing LIC
1:45 pm – O’Donnell Academy of Irish Dance
2:15 pm – Magic Eric Q
2:45 pm – Martinez Dance Studio
3:15 pm – Queens School of Ballet
3:45 pm – McManus Irish Dance and Jiggy Tots
4:15 pm – LIC Artists

June LIC Monthly Mixer
2025-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 | The Baroness, 47-18 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Thurs., June 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m @ The Baroness located at 47-18 Vernon Boulevard. The Long Island City Monthly Mixer is an initiative by Long Island City Partnership and the Long Island City Business Improvement District to engage and bring the residents of LIC together! Join us for $10 specialty cocktails and networking!

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Networking Night at The Borden Complex
2025-07-15 17:00 - 19:00 | The Borden Complex, 23-30 Borden Avenue, Long Island City, New York, 11101
Join LIC Partnership, the LIC BID, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce at this networking night at The Borden Complex, one of the newest buildings in the LIC Business Improvement District. Mingle with business and civic leaders from across Queens over drinks and light bites provided by long-time BID member Manducatis Rustica while celebrating the BID’s 20th Anniversary!

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During the Networking Night, we’ll also be sharing more information about how businesses from multiple industries can connect with contract opportunities in the growing offshore wind and renewable energy industries via the We Source initiative. Join us or contact Charles or Richard to learn more.
Directions to the Event
The event will take place at The Borden Complex, located at 23-30 Borden Avenue in Long Island City. Parking is available at the venue. Via train: G to 21st Street; 7/LIRR to Hunters Point Avenue.

LICP Webinar: Link Local Program with LinkNYC
2025-07-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, Zoom, Long Island City, New York, 11101
Join LinkNYC, LIC Partnership and the LIC BID for a special member-only webinar to learn about the Link Local program which offers free and low cost advertising campaigns on LinkNYC kiosks for small businesses, non-profits, and neighborhood associations, among others.
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About the Presenters:

Frances Bates is the Manager of Government and Community Affairs at LinkNYC. Frances serves as a bridge between LinkNYC and the governmental entities, community-based organizations, and key stakeholders they support. Frances focuses on building meaningful partnerships, developing community-driven initiatives, and fostering strong relationships with elected officials, city agencies, and local leaders. A key part of Frances’ work includes supporting small business owners and nonprofit organizations through their LinkLocal advertising program. Everything Frances does is rooted in advancing LinkNYC’s mission to enhance connectivity and promote community engagement through innovative digital infrastructure that empowers and connects all New Yorkers.

Alba Cuellar is the Community Specialist and LinkLocal Coordinator for LinkNYC. In this role, Alba focuses on delivering an exceptional user experience for everyone utilizing their Link features, whether it’s making calls, accessing Wi-Fi, using tablet functionalities, or any other feature, as well as gathering the public’s feedback. A key aspect of Alba’s work is ensuring that the LinkLocal program continues to serve as a free advertising platform for small businesses, non-profits, and community organizations across NYC. Alba is committed to continuously improving their practices, educating the community about this incredible platform, and ensuring it remains a valuable resource for all New Yorkers.

LICP Roundtable: Business Strategy with Citizens Bank
2025-07-29 10:00 - 11:00 | The JACX – 5th Floor Pavilion, 28-33 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, New York, 11101
LIC Partnership and LIC BID members are invited to join us for a business strategy roundtable with Citizens Bank where you will learn how developing a winning aspiration will help guide your business strategy. This roundtable will help equip business owners with the tools, skills, and resources needed to build a strong, resilient business.
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About the Presenters:

Lisa Pinhas is the SVP, Business Banking Market Manager – Long Island, Westchester, Bronx & Queens at Citizens Bank and an LIC Partnership Board Member.

Jennifer Smith is the VP – Community Development Market Manager – NYC Metro at Citizens Bank.
Thank you to our Event Partners: Citizens Bank and The JACX
Travel information:
Street parking is limited. Travel by public transportation is highly recommended.
E , M, R to Queens Plaza
7 , N, W to Queensboro Plaza
7 , G to Court Square
Driving Directions: Google Maps
Nearest Garage: The JACX One Parking

LIC Monthly Mixer @ Focal Point Brewery
2025-08-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Focal Point Brewery, 43-50 12th St, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Join us for this month’s monthly mixer at Focal Point Brewery. Come mingle with your neighbors, learn more about your local neighborhood organization LICP and celebrate the last drops of summer with 10% off everything!

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Networking Night at The Greats of Craft LIC
2025-09-08 17:00 - 19:00 | The Greats of Craft LIC, 10-15 43rd Ave., Long Island City, New York, 11101
Join LIC Partnership and the LIC BID at this networking night at The Greats of Craft LIC. Mingle with business and civic leaders over drinks and light bites as we savor the end of the summer.
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LICP Webinar: AI & Employment Law with Fisher Phillips
2025-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual, Zoom, Long Island City, New York, 11101
Artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from a buzzword to an integral part of everyday business operations, with millions of people already using AI tools in their professional lives. Regardless of your stance on AI, it’s impacting your organization – whether you’re aware of it or not.
Join our upcoming webinar to explore the legal landscape of AI in the workplace. From regulatory obligations to risk management, employment attorneys Melissa Camire and Amanda Blair from Fisher Phillips LLP will guide employers on how to navigate the legal challenges posed by AI. This webinar will cover key employment law considerations, including the regulatory landscape, discrimination concerns, responsible AI use, and how to position your business to make informed, legally sound decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned AI user or just getting started, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to stay compliant and make AI work for your business.
About the Presenters:
Melissa Camire is a partner in Fisher Phillips’ New York office and chair of the firm’s Associate Development & Retention Committee. She advises employers across industries on compliance with federal, New York State, and New York City employment laws, offering practical guidance on workplace issues such as hiring, discipline, harassment, pay, and terminations. Melissa also defends employers in litigation, including class actions, and advises on labor and employment matters in corporate transactions. A sought-after thought leader, she is frequently quoted in major news outlets and is a prominent speaker at national and regional conferences on emerging workplace issues.
Amanda Blair is an associate in Fisher Phillips’ New York office, where she focuses on complex employment issues and workplace litigation. Drawing on her experience as assistant corporate counsel for the New York City Law Department, she has handled cases involving Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, Section 1983, and State and City Human Rights Laws. Amanda has defended employers in administrative hearings, conducted witness examinations, and drafted numerous dispositive motions. She has also appeared for oral argument and conferences in New York State Supreme Court, EDNY, and SDNY as well as argued several dispositive motions in state court. Amanda has a strong commitment to public service, having served as a mediator at Philadelphia Housing Court, a legal research intern at Public Health Law Research, and a practicum participant at the Public Health Management Corporation in Philadelphia.
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This webinar is exclusive to LIC Partnership and LIC BID Members. Not a Member? Join Here!

Labor & Employment Changes Under the New Administration: What Businesses Need to Know
2025-09-22 08:00 - 17:00

LIC Summit & Gala 2025
2025-10-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave, Astoria, NY, 11106
Our 2025 LIC Summit & Gala brought together 300+ attendees on Wednesday, October 22, for a keynote panel and networking & cocktail reception celebrating LIC’s rich past, dynamic present, and exciting future. We thank our speakers, sponsors, and event partners for a successful event.

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Agenda4:00 pm: Registration and Networking4:30 pm: Keynote Panel5:30 pm: Remarks6:00 pm: Reception8:00 pm: End of Event
Attire: Business.

MODERATOR AND PANELISTS:

Kathryn Wylde (Moderator) – President and CEO, Partnership for New York City

Adolfo Carrión, Jr. – Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce

Joseph Cohen – CEO and Cofounder, Infinite Machine

Lloyd Goldman – President, BLDG Management

Paula Kirby – Managing Director, Plaxall, Inc.

Lauren Larsen – President, Power Cooling, Inc.

LIC Monster Mash
2025-10-31 16:30 - 18:30 | Vernon Boulevard, Vernon Boulevard between 46th and 50th Avenues, Long Island City, New York, 11101
Come celebrate Halloween at our LIC Monster Mash down on Vernon Boulevard. We are shutting down 6 blocks for an afternoon full of trick-or-treating at local businesses, music, costume contests, and more!
Event Hosts: LICP and LIC BID
Event Sponsor: Astound
Event Partners: Manducatis Rustica VIG, The Only Bay Allstars, TV BOY, Velvet Turtle Events
More Halloween Happenings in LIC

2025 Philanthropy Roundtable
2025-11-05 09:30 - 11:00 | Long Island City YMCA, 32-23 Queens Blvd, Long Island City, New York, 11101
Join us for a Philanthropy Roundtable where we will use the latest Bank of America Study of Philanthropy to investigate the latest trends in philanthropic giving.
With the number of Americans giving to charity on the decline, many nonprofits increasingly rely on a smaller, more affluent circle of supporters to meet their fundraising goals. The 2025 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy, the 10th in a series of biennial reports on giving by wealthy households in the United States, offers practical insights into where, how, and importantly why affluent Americans give and volunteer. This understanding can help build the confidence and increase the success of nonprofit leaders when seeking the support of high-capacity donors. Please join our speaker, Elizabeth Barnette, Managing Director, and Senior Philanthropic Strategist at Bank of America Private Bank, for a discussion about this important and timely topic.
This event will be hosted by Lydia Nikolic, Managing Director and Private Client Advisor for Brooklyn and Queens at Bank of America Private Bank.
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Public Focus Group for Mobility Study of Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue
2025-11-05 18:30 | Zoom, Virtual, Long Island City, New York, 11101
LIC Partnership is conducting a Mobility Study to improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists on Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue, thanks to funding from Governor Kathy Hochul and State Senator Kristen Gonzalez. Voice your concerns and share your ideas for the future of Queens Plaza and Jackson Avenue in LIC at this virtual focus group.
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LICP Talks Labor & Employment: Preparing for the New Year
2025-11-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Virtual, Zoom, Long Island City, New York, 11101
As employers prepare for the year ahead, it’s critical to understand how shifting workplace laws and regulations will impact your organization. Join Irene Zoupaniotis, Labor & Employment attorney at Farrell Fritz, for an insightful session that goes beyond the basics and provides practical guidance on what employers should be prioritizing now.
This program will cover emerging workplace policies, evolving employer compliance requirements, and key legislative and regulatory changes expected to shape the employment landscape in 2026.
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November LIC Monthly Mixer @ Fifth Hammer
2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Fifth Hammer Brewery, 10-28 46th Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Thurs., November 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m. @ Fifth Hammer Brewery located at 10-28 46th Ave. The Long Island City Monthly Mixer is an initiative by Long Island City Partnership and the Long Island City Business Improvement District to engage and bring the residents of LIC together! Join us for discounted lagers and live music!
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