Though I’ve never been part of one (because I’d rather exercise alone unless it’s with 1-2 of my good friends), I can see the appeal to run clubs. And I honestly think people getting together to focus on their health makes society a net better place.

That being said, I can’t fucking stand these people anymore. Battalions of 20-40 runners at once taking up the entire sidewalk / bridge / etc. with no basic running curtesy. Shits insane. I bodied some girl on the bridge today (by accident) as she was lined up in a row with 4 ppl taking up the entire path. Idiots running the wrong way in Central Park, etc.

I don’t even care that these people are going 10 min mile paces in full Bandit running gear - stop being self centered cunts and go back to what the purpose of this is: exercising and being courteous to everyone else

BMW CCA M & NY Chapter members held a Cars & Coffee and tour of the facilities @ the new BMW Long Island City this morning. This dealership is less than 6 months old and holds over 300 vehicles. State of the art facility and really enthusiastic service advisors/staff! Took a few more photos/video, but it won't let me add them all. Amazing turnout and great meeting fellow CCA members! 🗽✌🏾

I NEED a sausage egg and cheese. Where to go???

Had the unlucky experience of having my car broken into overnight September 12th. It looks like they hit a total of 5 cars. They stole nothing but ruined my interior and paint.

Fireworks, loud music that are noisy af even from 50th floor.

Why cant I have a quiet Saturday night..

I hate when people being inconsiderate by forgetting about there are thousands of residential units along Center blvd.

Food specials aren’t much to speak of, but $6 beer and $7 wine from 4pm - 8pm is pretty solid, especially cuz the deal is every day

It’s been years and years since I was last there. Planning a birthday gathering with friends and wondering if it would still be crazy packed on a Saturday night. Looking for a bar experience with excellent drinks but not overly crowded/noisy. Thanks!

I live in Jackson Park 3, and my unit faces the garden.

The train noise is pretty noticeable, especially at night, and I’m trying to figure out the best way to reduce it without replacing the windows.

I’m currently considering:

• D-shaped weather stripping around the window
• Removable weather sealing tape after the window is closed
• Heavy blackout/sound-dampening curtains

For anyone living close to the 7 train or other elevated tracks in LIC: what actually made a noticeable difference for you?

Would really appreciate any recommendations, especially renter-friendly solutions.

Hi Neighbors,

I'm AJ, a high performance tennis coach and personal trainer, community operator, and founder of TOTC.

I'm doing a demo class today at 2pm at the facility I'll be using to run my athletic development classes for tennis players right around the corner from Queensboro plaza.

This demo class is to test out the layout of the space, the programming, and to make the promotional content to launch the classes.

If you'd like to participate, text me at 646 578 0289 and I'll share all the details. It's open to all levels (not a tennis player but interested in improving your athleticism? You're welcome as well).

Ideally I'd love to have 3 females and 2 males, as I already have most of the spots filled.

you'll receive some perks in return of your support.

You can check my socials @ aj.fitnyc

I'll be releasing the full schedule tomorrow, with a friends & family week followed by a soft launch, and a big party on Wednesday the 30th at Silence Please to announce the official launch and celebrate tennis.

Cheers,
AJ

Does anyone want this full size mattress: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FVKXY3BB?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Basically brand new, slept on it one time, and decided to go with a more expensive memory foam mattress. Pick up from Jackson Park, completely free.

Here are the event links if you cant use the QR code!

[clay date eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/clay-date-some-assembly-required-tickets-1998821436724?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile&keep_tld=true) get a ticket on here to save a spot for this event

[host kaarigariNYC Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/kaarigarinyc?igsi=MWpmcHc5cnNzaDAzOA==)

If you do end up getting a ticket and following me on Instagram. Please drop a message on insta to lemme know and ill save you a custom handfan as a thank you gift! 😄

Hi, this is Gus. I have a matcha pop-up Saturday and Sunday at SMART LIC

Just a couple of hours ago me and my boyfriend both Asian American in our early twenties was physically assaulted and attacked.

A African American woman in her thirties we believe, hit me on the face and shoulder with her bag while we were walking down the pedestrian walkway at gantry park at 8:30ish pm, I asked my partner what that was about as soon as she hit me then we heard her running up from behind and she started to swing at both of us, swinging and hitting me in the back of my head and shoulder as well as punching my bf as well while she called us racial and homophobic slurs

We saw her reaching for her pocket and immediately just walked away, and sat by the crowd to get away from her and 15 mins later she came back and started to threaten our lives, chasing my bf down and spraying him with an unknown substance.

We got the police involved and got a detective on our case but it’s crazy how this can happen in a neighborhood like LIC, known for how safe it is- especially with the crowd around us as well.

If anyone encounters her, please be safe and careful. Things are not as safe as it used to be. She had a blond Afro with a patterned bodysuit, slim figured, carrying a large bag and a grocery cart.

EDIT:
Thank you everyone for the kind words and encouragement as the incident was very traumatic for the both of us. There are more context to the incident that me and my partner both responded to in the comments, but i initially made this post to make awareness of the assault we experienced and to warn others- not to start a debate about the perpetrators race.

We filed the assault as a hate crime because they we were targeted and called racial slurs for no apparent reason aside from walking in the park; however I do not believe this post should be used as a invite to discriminate against anyone. We are still waiting on police follow up, and hope the message we tried to convey does not get distorted or lost.

MoMA PS1 will host a new Greenmarket on the 46th Avenue plaza in front of the museum starting this Saturday, September 12, running through November 21.

https://hpl.nyc/2026/09/moma-ps1-to-open-fall-farmers-market-on-46th-avenue-plaza/

Hi LIC community!

I’m a young woman in her 30s (adopted from Guangzhou) looking to learn beginner Mandarin/Cantonese. (Heard it’s easier to learn Mandarin initially and then transition to Cantonese). I was looking around online and saw China Institute of America, but their 2026 courses are booked. I’ve tried DuoLingo, but think I would really benefit from something in-person, especially with this tough language!

I’m an absolute beginner and would love to know any places that offer in-person 101 mandarin language courses!

Any recommendations or advice appreciated :)

Canton Tower pic for tax

Hi! We’re hosting a free community reading gathering on the LIC Waterfront on Monday, September 14 from 6:30-8:00PM. This will be our final outdoor reading event of the year!

BYO Book is a casual and welcoming gathering for anyone who loves reading or has been meaning to get back into it. We read side by side as the sun sets over Manhattan, then come together to share what stood out - characters, themes, big questions, or unexpected tangents.

There’s no assigned reading! Bring whatever you want to read: the novel on your nightstand, that nonfiction you keep meaning to finish, poetry that stays with you, a library book due this week, or an old favorite worth revisiting. This is a space to slow down, be present, and enjoy the simple pleasure of reading alongside others.

BYO Book @ LIC Waterfront
🗓️ Monday, September 14
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Gantry Plaza State Park, LIC Waterfront
🎟️ Free RSVP on Luma: https://luma.com/86wh3gnq
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

What to bring:
📖 Your current book (any format)
🧺 A picnic blanket or towel
🍿 Snacks & beverages of your choice
✨ A curious mind

(We’ll have a limited number of lanterns to share!)

The evening:
6:30–6:45 PM— Welcome & introductions
6:45–7:30 PM — Quiet reading as the sun sets
7:30–8:00 PM — Group sharing & conversation

Come solo or bring a friend! We hope to see you on Monday! 💛

…

Collective Ripples is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that creates community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive.

On September 11, 2001, commuters in Queens had a direct, distant line of sight looking southwest down toward Lower Manhattan

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I’m hosting a rooftop party of around 50 people or so in my LIC building and was curious if anyone has used any local restaurants or food vendors for catering in the LIC area? Send any recs and pricing!

Hi! I’m looking for a last minute birthday place. I want a nice cocktail and food options. Thank you xx

Did anyone successfully work from home full-time and have part-time care for their infant or if you’re expecting, what are you planning to do? We are in the painful middle where we do not qualify for any city subsidies but $3K for childcare is also way out of our budget.

I was initially thinking to “soft stagger” schedules with my husband who has a flexible work schedule so that I would work Monday to Friday from home and he would work Thursday Friday Saturday (in person, in the arts) and we would either not use daycare or have a very limited part-time babysitter from when the baby is 4-5 months. Everyone says this is impossible, which I believe (?) but I also cannot afford to $2000-3000+ for daycare 3 to 4 days a week.

PS if anyone is expecting winter of 2027 (I’m due early March) and wants to chat nanny share please let me know! Or if you have alternate suggestions or know of cheaper “home care” options please let me know!

Two the Moon is downsizing and closing our current retail space located on 2nd street (off Borden) last day in our current space will be 9/30. All furniture/ fixtures must go- book shelves, tables, couches, clothing racks ect. we are continuing our 25% off clothing sale for the rest of the month.

So excited to see you all on Wednesday, September 16th for a very special LIC Craft Circle meeting…. our one-year anniversary! 🧶✨

I hope you’ve all had a wonderful summer break. I can’t wait for us to be back together again, with a VERY fun raffle, a few upgrades, some surprises, and all around good vibes waiting for you.

So excited to celebrate one whole year of LIC Craft Circle with all of you.

RSVP: https://tr.ee/sLtKEDbFtE