Our 19th Annual Real Estate Breakfast took place on Tuesday, April 16 at Brewster LIC and brought together over 300 attendees for a panel discussion exploring the state of the neighborhood, and the challenges and opportunities that underpin its status.

We thank our moderator David Brause (Brause Realty) and panelists Erica Desai (CityPickle), Amy Hau (The Noguchi Museum), Evan Obsatz (Butterfield Market), and John Silviano (Barone Management). Special thanks to Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. for delivering remarks, along with our annual and event sponsors and partners.

View photos from the event here and check out our latest Neighborhood Snapshot here.

LIC Happenings

Weds., Apr. 17, 4-7 p.m. - Learn about the MTA's Queens Bus Network Redesign Project and give your feedback at a pop-up at Queens Plaza South and 28th Street, on the southwest corner of the intersection. Details

Weds.-Thurs., Apr. 17-18, 7 p.m. - Join Ofrenda Fest for a live concert with Brazilian musician Iskukua Yawanawa and a women's circle with cacao featuring environmental activist Laura Yawanawa at Queens Council of the Arts.

Sat., Apr. 20, 11-1 p.m. - Long Island City YMCA presents a "Healthy Kids Day," featuring family games, activities, fitness, crafts, giveaways, and more. Details

Sat., Apr. 20, 2 p.m. - Enjoy an artist talk with steel sculptor Jack Howard-Potter at Studio 41 and learn all about his process, technique, and installations. Details

Sat., Apr. 20-Fri., Apr. 26 - Gantry Kids hosts another "Kids Night Out," featuring physical activity, games, pizza, popcorn, and a movie, a CPR/AED first aid certification course, and a weeklong spring break camp filled with fun and fitness.

Sun., Apr. 21, 1-4 p.m. - LIC-based dance company Valerie Green/Dance Entropy performs a dynamic, site-specific, physical investigation into water, time, and environment accompanied by live music at New York Hall of Science. Details

Sun., Apr. 21, 3-4 p.m. - This Earth Day weekend, PinProductions will be performing their award-winning children's storytelling show "The Selfish Giant" at Culture Lab LIC. Details

Sun., Apr. 21, 3-7 p.m. - Enjoy Beats over Brunch, a music community that connects artists and audiences through live music paired with a unique dining experience, at Urban Vegan Roots. Details

Volunteer for Street Tree Care With the LIC BID and Big Reuse - Apr. 24

Weds., Apr. 24, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. - Meet the LIC Business Improvement District and Big Reuse at 24-30 Skillman Avenue in LIC for street tree care. All supplies will be provided. Please dress comfortably for the weather and our work together. Don't forget to bring a water bottle and stay hydrated. Thank you to our sponsor District 26 Council Member Julie Won for making this event possible. Sign up to volunteer here

Businesses: LAST CHANCE to Register for LIC Springs - May. 18

LIC Springs! is a community street festival celebrating Long Island City with live music, dance and performances, plus interactive lessons, art, fitness classes, outdoor dining, pop-up activities, games and more. The event is free and open to the public.

LIC-based businesses and organizations are invited to register with a free activity for the community. Visit licqns.com/LICSprings for more information about how to register.

LICP Business Assistance Program

Our Business Assistance team provides free, one-on-one assistance to businesses in the greater Long Island City area, covering a variety of issues. We can help you: Access Financing, Find Real Estate, Grow Your Business, Navigate Government and Incentives, and much more. Details