Bend @ Trends - Elevated Yoga
2025-05-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Trends Dispensary LIC, 27-25 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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 your well-being and connect with like-minded individuals.
Mark your calendars and bring your yoga mat! (We’ll have a few extra just incase you forget)
Instructors:
Week 1: Emily @HighYogaNYC
Week 2: Yani @YaniiiBam
Week 3: Liz Wexler @Sassletic
Week 4: Sam Martins @LoveMusicYoga

Canvas & Wine: A Sip & Paint Evening
2025-05-25 17:00 | Lately Cafe Bar & Bistro, 2308 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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, brushes, and sips guide your masterpiece.
📅 May 25 SUN 5PM
🎟️ Limited spots available—reserve yours now and unwind with art under the open sky!

Sip & Sensory at Focal Point
2025-05-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Focal Point, 43-50 12th Street, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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 more!
There are 1 -2 instructors on site to engage both you and your child in the variety of setups we have for the day. Parents can have a drink and enjoy but are expected to supervise their child(ren) as they play.
Join us between the hours of 3 and 5pm! Stay for as little or long as you like 🙂 Most children play around 45-90 minutes. .
One child is $35 and siblings are 50% off. No adult tickets needed. This is an outdoor event.

SUNDAY, MAY 25TH – Super Sunday Funday at Doha Bar Lounge!
2025-05-25 14:00 - 2025-05-26 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in style from 2PM to 4AM! 🇺🇸☀️
Eat, Drink & Dance all day & night – the vibes are unmatched! 🍹💃🔥
🍹 Specials All Day:
• $10 Frozé or Frozen Margaritas
• $44.99 Mimosa Towers
• $59.99 Margarita, Rum Punch, or Sangria Towers
🎧 Music by DJ Rei Double R & Friends
🎶 Spinning Reggaeton, Hiphop, Pop, Dembow, Merengue & Bachata
✅ Walk-ins Welcome
🍽️ Kitchen open ‘til 12AM
🎂 Celebrating a birthday or special occasion? Let us host it!
📍 3834 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
📞 347-443-8355
🔗 Reserve now at www.Dohabarlounge.com
Let’s turn this Sunday into the ultimate Sunday Funday! 🥂🍾
#SuperSundayFunday #MemorialDayWeekend #DohaBarLounge #NYCNightlife #LICEvents #BrunchAndVibes

Afrobeat x Reggaeton Dance Party – Memorial Day Weekend!
2025-05-24 14:00 - 2025-05-25 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us Saturday, May 24th at The New Doha Bar & Lounge for the ultimate dance party celebration! 🌍🔥
💃🏽 Afrobeat meets Reggaeton for one unforgettable night of rhythm, energy, and vibes.
🎧 Music by: DJ Castellanos | Manny Mills | Peralta | Kazzanova
🍽 Come for Dinner & Stay for the Party!
🍳 Brunch @ 2PM | 🍴 Dinner @ 6PM | 🎉 Nightlife starts @ 10PM
🍔 Kitchen open till 2AM
🎂 Celebrate your Birthday with us – VIP Packages Available!
📲 Text DOHA to 545454 for FREE Admission
📍 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
🌐 www.dohabarlounge.com | 📞 347-443-8355
📸 Follow us on Instagram @dohabarlounge
Let’s make Memorial Day Weekend unforgettable! 🇺🇸🔥
#AfrobeatReggaeton #DohaBarLounge #MemorialDayWeekend #NYCNightlife #BirthdayAtDoha #TheHeavyHitters

Nature in Art
2025-05-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Gantry State Park, 4-44 47th Rd, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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 playground)
Cost: $28/hr (20% siblings discount)
Bring a friend and both of you get 15% off (code BFF15)
See you soon

LIC Community Run
2025-05-24 09:00 - 10:30 | Westville LIC, 43-12 Hunter Street, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Join our LIC Community Run, this Saturday May 24th at 9 AM. Our friends at Westville LIC are offering our runners FREE Appetizers and 10% off an early brunch. See you there!

FRIDAY, MAY 23RD – Afterwork Fridays at Doha Bar Lounge!
2025-05-23 17:00 - 2025-05-24 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Kickstart your weekend with the ultimate vibe! 🌆
Eat, Drink & Dance from 5PM to 4AM at one of NYC’s hottest nightlife destinations! 🍽️🍸🕺
🎧 Music by DJ Pipe & Friends
🎶 Reggaeton • Hiphop • Pop • Dembow • Merengue • Bachata
✅ Walk-ins Welcome
🍔 Kitchen Open ‘til 1AM
🎉 Celebrating a birthday or special occasion? We’ve got you covered!
📍 3834 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
📞 347-443-8355
🔗 Reserve now at www.Dohabarlounge.com
Let’s turn Friday night into a memory you won’t forget! 💃🍾
#AfterworkFridays #DohaBarLounge #NYCNightlife #LICEvents #FridayVibes

Dinner Party Thursdays at Doha Bar & Lounge
2025-05-22 17:00 - 2025-05-23 02:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Get ready for a Thursday night filled with flavor, music, and unmatched vibes!
The energy is high, the cocktails are flowing, and the dance floor is waiting.
📍 3834 31st Street, Queens, NY 11101
🗓 Every Thursday | Walk-ins Welcome!
Turn your Thursday into a full-on celebration at Doha – where dinner meets nightlife and the party doesn’t stop. 🍷✨
✨ Eat. Drink. Vibe.
🎧 Featuring music by NYC’s hottest DJs spinning live every week
🥂 Birthday Packages & Bottle Service Available
🔥 Perfect for a night out with friends, birthday celebrations, or just catching the vibe in Queens’ top nightlife spot!
🔗 Reserve your table now: www.dohabarlounge.com
📞 Walk-ins are welcome – come early to avoid the wait!
#DohaThursdays #QueensNightlife #NYCDinnerParty #DohaBarLounge #TurnUpThursday #BottleServiceVibes #QueensEvents #NYCParties

Experience the Ultimate RNB Thursdays at Doha Bar Lounge!
2025-05-22 17:00 - 2025-05-23 02:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us every Thursday from 5 PM to 2 AM for an unforgettable evening filled with the best R&B hits, vibrant energy, and top-tier vibes.
Happy Hour Specials (5 PM – 10 PM):
• $5 Fireball Shots
• $8 Patron Shots
• $85 Margarita Towers
Sing along to your favorite tracks with live sets by NYC’s Top DJs.
Enjoy delicious food with our kitchen open all night.
Planning a celebration? Celebrate your birthday with us and make memories that last!
Location: 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: 347-443-8355 | Website: www.dohabarlounge.com
Elevate your Thursday nights — amazing music, handcrafted cocktails, and the best crowd await you!
#RNBThursdays #DohaBarLounge #QueensNightlife #CelebrateWithUs #EatDrinkDance #NYCNightlife

Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends
2025-05-22 10:30 | LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, 31-10 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Ms. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist’s curiosity can lead her to solve any problem.
A fun musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the STEM curriculum (focusing on science, technology, engineering and math).
Approximate Running Time: 60 Minutes
Recommended Ages: Grades K through 4​

Cacao & Flowers Women's Circle
2025-05-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Casa Wellness, 39-45 Crescent St. 3rd Floor, Long Island City, NY, 11106
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. Honoring World Meditation Day, we will guide you through 3 simple meditation practices that have been done for eons! No matter if it’s your first time or you have been practicing for lifetimes, group meditation is like flying on magic carpet ride.
Experience going from visualization and imagination, to mantra (literally means to liberate the mind) to music meditation. Maybe you’ve done none, one or all, either way meditation is a gateway to your internal heavenly garden.
Want to know a little more about your facilitators?
Akash and Andrea are avid practitioners of meditation, yoga and kirtan for over 10 years. They follow the 4 main paths of yoga combining the physical practices with selfless service, philosophy and music serving from the heart. They are ecstatic to share these practices with you as they are what keep them in their steady state of bliss.

Wings & Tings: Game Night Edition at Doha Bar Lounge!
2025-05-21 17:00 - 2025-05-22 02:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
Join us every Wednesday from 5 PM to 2 AM for an unbeatable night of games, wings, drinks, and unforgettable vibes!
$1 Wing Special All Night
Happy Hour (5 PM – 10 PM):
• $5 Well Shots
• $25 Beer Buckets
• $85 Margarita or Rum Punch Towers
Challenge your friends to classic games like Connect Four, UNO, Jenga, Beer Pong, Trouble, Sorry & more!
Planning a birthday? Celebrate with us — kitchen open all night to keep the party going!
Location: 38-34 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
Phone: 347-443-8355 | Website: www.dohabarlounge.com
Eat. Play. Sip. Celebrate.
Make your Wednesdays legendary at Doha Bar Lounge!
#WingsAndTings #GameNight #DohaBarLounge #WednesdayNightVibes #QueensEvents #EatPlayParty #AstoriaNightlife

Sri + Lawton Mull: ORDINARY SPLENDOR
2025-05-21 10:00 - 2025-06-25 12:00 | Lawton Mull, 1003 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101
“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 May 20th, 5-8 pm at the Lawton Mull gallery in Long Island City, and by appointment until June 25th. Have a taste of Brooklyn Kura sake while you enjoy the art and objects on display.

Lately Latte Art Workshop
2025-05-18 17:00 | Lately Cafe Bar & Bistro, 2308 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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!

Comedy Show @ Trends
2025-05-17 20:00 - 23:00 | Trends Dispensary LIC, 27-25 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY, 11101
🚨 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 17th
📍 Trends LIC | TrendsLIC.com/events
🎟 ONLY $20 – A steal for a night this good!
🍃 🎟 $5 Activity Tickets – Use for refreshments & elevated goods
​💥 Why You NEED To Be Here:
​✅ Unfiltered, Top-Tier Comedy – NYC’s hottest comedians bringing straight 🔥
✅ Curated for Laugh Lovers – A laid-back, hilarious night you won’t forget
✅ Exclusive Venue – Chill, enjoy, and elevate your experience in a sleek, intimate setting
✅ Bring Your Crew – Because everything’s better with friends
​🎤 Starring:
​​😂 Dino Vigo (Host)
😂 Damien Lemon
😂 Petey DeAbreu
😂 Reggie Conquest
😂 Jacob Williams
​🔥 DON’T WAIT – This will sell out! 🔥
​👉 Click here to grab your tickets now: TrendsLIC.com/events
​💨 Good laughs, great company, and the best vibes in LIC – see you there!

Meet & Greet Celebrity Reality Star Renee Graziano
2025-05-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Earth Angel Crystal, 548 50th Ave 2nd Floor, Long Island City, NY, 11101-5712
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LL Blossoms Cosmetic & Wellness Clinic VIP Invitation
2025-05-17 16:00 - 19:00 | LL Blossoms Cosmetic & Holistic Wellness, 26-26 Jackson Avenue Queens, NY 11101, Long Island City, 11101, United States
You’re Invited to a Special VIP Celebration!
Join us at our brand-new LIC location with an exclusive evening of wellness, beauty, and gratitude.
📅 Saturday, May 17, 2025 | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 26-26 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
✨ Complimentary Consultations– Personalized Skin Analysis for a radiant glow– Massage Guidance for deep relaxation– Acupuncture Evaluation for inner balance
🎟️ Free Raffles Every 30 Minutes🍸 Elegant Cocktails & Light Refreshments🎁 VIP-Only Discounts & Luxe Surprise Gifts
Come celebrate with us and enjoy an unforgettable experience—filled with expert care, exclusive perks, and a warm welcome to our new home in LIC!

Latin Reggaeton Dance Party – Glow in the Dark Edition
2025-05-17 14:00 - 2025-05-18 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
📅 Saturday, May 17th | 📍 The New Doha Bar Lounge, Long Island City
Join us for an electrifying night of Latin and Reggaeton rhythms at Queens’ premier nightlife destination. Celebrate under the glow with vibrant music and high-energy vibes all night long.
🎧 Music by: Carlito, Castellanos, Marito
🍽️ Brunch begins at 2 PM | Dinner at 6 PM | Nightlife from 10 PM
🍴 Kitchen open until 2 AM
🎂 Celebrating a birthday or special occasion? Celebrate with us and enjoy unforgettable hospitality.
📲 For FREE admission, text DOHA to 545454
🔗 RSVP & Info: www.dohabarlounge.com
📞 347-443-8355
📍 3834 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
Let the lights, music, and celebration ignite your Saturday night.
#LatinReggaeton #DohaBarLounge #NYCNightlife #QueensEvents #SaturdayNightVibes

LIC Art Walk / LIC Arts Open Edition with Raluca Anchidin
2025-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Rockrose Building, 43-01 21st St., Suite #123, Long Island City, NY, 11101
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) in the same building before heading out to see other LIC Arts Open pop-ups, including participatory stations for all ages:
“into the microverse – Micrographia” (An experimental sci-art installation by Shae Nadine)
“Anima” (An Interactive Outdoor Experience, presented by The Blue Bus Project)

Art In Motion
2025-05-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Gantry State Park, 4-44 47th Rd, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Let’s explore how art is more alive, more active than we often realize!
Learn more and RSVP at https://www.instagram.com/xanh.space/
See you soon

A Walk for Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
2025-05-17 04:30 - 08:00 | Solace House Inc., 1040 Jackson Ave, Long Island Citt, Ny, 11101
Announcing Solace House’s annual Queens Solace Sunrise Walk!
You are not alone. Join Solace House this year for their 5km walk for mental health and suicide prevention. After registration and t-shirt pickup, a warm-up will be facilitated by fitness coach and content creator Amie Wiley. Following this, the walk will commence and you will be rewarded at the end with coffee, tea, and some delicious breakfast treats!
Located in Long Island City’s New York Irish Center, Solace House is a mental health and suicide prevention center. Founded in 2015, they provide FREE one-on-one therapy, group bereavement counselling and family support. Solace House’s services are completely barrier-free, with no cost and no insurance necessary. Their belief is that suicide is preventable, and the key to this is accessible mental health services.
Walk for a cause and join Solace House this May 17th to spread the message You Are Not Alone.
WHERE: New York Irish Center, 1040 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, 11101
WHEN: May 17th, 2025. Registration opens at 4:30am
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://secure.givelively.org/event/solace-house/solace-sunrise-walk-2025/solace-sunrise-walk-2025-queens

Ladies Luv Fridays – May 16th at The New Doha!
2025-05-16 22:00 - 2025-05-17 04:00 | Doha Bar Lounge, 3834 31st Street, Queens, New York
#1 Ladies Night on a Friday is back and taking over Queens in style! 💃✨
🎧 Sounds by:
DJ Blue Diamond • Lektra Fire • DJ Jaycashin
🍸 Special Offer:
Ladies receive a FREE drink ticket with a reservation (10PM – 12:30AM)
🍽 Kitchen open late ’til 12:30AM
🎂 Celebrating a birthday or special occasion?
Text DOHA to 545454 for FREE admission
📍 3834 31st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
🌐 www.dohabarlounge.com | 📞 347-443-8355
Tag your crew and get ready for an epic Friday night experience! 💕
#LadiesLuvFridays #DohaFridays #QueensNightlife #TheNewDoha #DohaBarLounge

Use Me- A Group Exhibition of Ceramic Objects
2025-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | SSNYC-Center For Ceramic Arts, 47-21 35th Street, Long Island City, 11101, United States
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 design, Use Me-A Group Exhibition of Ceramic Objects, highlights the work of well-established and emerging artists from around the world, based in the New York City area. All works were created and produced at the facilities of Sculpture Space NYC, a working studio and nonprofit gallery located in Long Island City, Queens. Sculpture Space NYC is dedicated to promoting contemporary art & design focusing on the research and exploration of three dimensional work with an emphasis on ceramics. Use Me includes works by Graham Marks, Andrea Koeppel, Colleen Carlson, Azusa Amemiya and emerging new talents, Camille James, Leah Ying Lin, Erin Voorhies Mayo, Jennie Wilde and Alexander Koutny.
Please join us for our Opening Reception on May 16th from 6pm-8pm.
Sculpture Space NYC is located in Long Island City (Queens) near the 33rd Street/Rawson Street stop on the 7 train.
Full List of Artists Featured in the SNYC Ceramics Show: Mary Gattorna, Leah Ying Lin, Lisa Futterman, Colleen Carlson, Vesta Dapic, Andrea Koeppel, Camilla James, Yael Aloni-Netzer, Jane Barnet, Nathalie Jolivert, Phyllis Kudder Sullivan, Erin Voorhies Mayo, Beatrice Griffin, Graham Marks, Vanessa Medina, Jomar Rodriguez, Agnes Deja, Jairo Sosa, Kristina Mast, Alexander Koutny, Eduardo Benamor Duarte, Gloria Gutierrez, Maggie Hsueh, Jim Brown, Camille Beckles, Mariana Colak, Yenchen Chiu, Brendan Shanahan, Rebecca Zucker, Roger Lee, Lindy Chiu, Sara Russell, Liz DeLuna, Heather Lin, Studio FraJas, Lou Kirchner, Cecilia Abeid, Paulina Aranda, Jennie Wilde, Issa Cabrera, Casey Koh, Mai Sone, Azusa Amemiya, Yage Wang, Miwa Neishi, Andrew Kennedy and Magda Dejose.

Soccer Stars Queens FREE DEMO CLASS!
2025-05-16 15:15 - 17:15 | Soccer Roof Long Island City, 36-39 35th St, Astoria, NY, 11106
Join Soccer Stars Queens and Coach Kevin for a FREE DEMO CLASS at SoccerRoof Long Island City on Friday, May 16th, 2025!
No need to bring anything but yourself, your child, and a bottle of water to get kicking with us this Spring in Long Island City!

Developmental playgroup with Dr Jillian Lye - May class
2025-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellspring Church NYC, 10-15 46th Rd, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Hi parents!
We are back with our monthly Rollers class at 10am and a brand new PREWALKERS CLASS! This class has been highly requested for but be if the mobility of the babies at that age, it will be limited to only 5 spots available with lots of hands-on practice!
If you are wondering what these classes are about, they are a great way to get educated on:
✨normal developmental movement looks like
✨how to support development during waking hours at play time
✨bonding with your child through their movement towards milestones
✨potential red flags to look out for
It’s also a great environment to get to know other parents in the community and learn from each other. Don’t miss this monthly opportunity to learn how to bond with your child through therapeutic play~

Jiang Nan LIC DJ Party Night
2025-05-16 09:30 | Jiangnan LIC, 27-19 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY, 11101
Event Detail: Jiang Nan DJ Party Night
May 16 & 17 | 9:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Event Highlights:
• Dedicated DJ booth & vibrant lighting for an electrifying atmosphere
• Guests can request songs, interact
• We’ve specially prepared an exclusive late-night menu and drink list for you to enjoy!
Join us for an unforgettable night of music and delicious bites at Jiang Nan!

UNBANNED: Exploring Censorship in Books, Art, & Media
2025-05-16 09:00 - 2025-06-02 07:00 | FDR Four Freedoms State Park, Roosevelt Island, New York, 10044, United States
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 the iconic FDR Four Freedoms State Park, Unbanned offers three signature events alongside a daily banned book library and ongoing community programming.
Where:
FDR Four Freedoms State Park
Roosevelt Island, New York, NY, 10044
(212) 204-8831
When:
May 16 – June 2, 2025
Park hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday through Monday
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Visiting the Park is free and open to the public—no registration is required to explore and enjoy the daily programming.
Registration is encouraged for the featured events listed below.
More info: http://www.fdrfourfreedomspark.org/unbanned
The event is to celebrate the right to read freely, encourage public discourse, and offer community-centered programming on the topic of censorship.
Ongoing Activities:
-A Banned Book Library open daily with curated titles for all ages
-Interactive events including talks, readings, and art-focused discussions
-Free book giveaways of frequently challenged titles
-Volunteer opportunities for community members
Event Highlights (Registration Encouraged):
Read in Resistance with Mike Curato, June 1 at 12:00 p.m. Join author Mike Curato for readings from banned books, followed by an open afternoon of reading in the Park as an act of resistance.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/read-in-resistance-with-mike-curato-tickets-1320144520799
Censorship and the First Amendment, June 1 at 1:00 p.m. NCAC Executive Director Lee Rowland explores the contours of the First Amendment and today’s threats to free expression.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/censorship-and-the-first-amendment-q-a-tickets-1320134049479

Nice One! Comedy at Culture Lab LIC
2025-05-15 20:00 - 2025-07-10 20:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
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, 8:00 PM
Thursday, July 10, 8:00 PM
Thanks to our sponsors:
Plaxall, TF Cornerstone, Steve Madden, Howard Gilman Foundation, New York State Council on the Arts

Cabaret Burlesque at Culture Lab LIC
2025-05-15 20:00 - 2025-05-31 20:00 | Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, New York, NY, 11101, United States
​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 de Paris – Part I
Thursday, May 15, 22 & 29, 8pm
Feather & Lace – Part II
Friday, May 16, 23 & 30, 8pm
Tied Up & Twisted – Part III
Saturday, May 17, 24 & 31, 8pm
