Welcome to 1940s Long Island City

Long Island City neighborhood profile 1940
In 1943, 4 Newspapers published  a 'NYC Market Analysis" with photos,maps, data & a profile of Long Island City,NY. Thanks to CUNY Graduate Center for recovering this document, it offers a unique window into Long Island City from another era.

contributed by CUNY

Market Analysis excerpt: "Motorists from mid-town Manhattan enter Queens through Long Island City. This district is joined to Manhattan by the Queensboro Bridge  and the Midtown Tunnel. Long Island City is almost surrounded by water and railroad yards. It is a big industrial center.

1943 Statistics

Total Population-58,158 (larger than York, Pennsylvania, at that time)

Native white-41,798

Foreign-born white-15,835

Black-485

other races-67

2010 Statistics

Total Population-56,911 (a change of only 1,274 people in 70 years)

Native white-17,841

Foreign-born white-10,722

Black-7,405

other races- 15,082

contributed by CUNY

Pictures:

1. 36 Avenue looking west toward 30th Street
2. Crescent Street between 33rd Av and 33rd road
3. 29th Street looking north from 34th Ave.
4. Freight yards looking north of 49th Avenue

Outdoor Movies

Sculptures and outdoor movies

Have you visited Socrates Sculpture Park yet?

Take the free summer Shuttle Bus and enjoy exhibitions Scarecrow, QueenMother, Suralark, and more!
SOCRATES SCULTURE PARK
Activities are free!....
 Socrates+Film forum Outdoor Movies, this is the 16th year that Socrates Sculpture Park is having this Outdoor Cinema with collaboration with Roof Top Films 

NYC Compost Project

Compost locations in Long Island City

Big compost a program of Build it green NYC and the NYC Compost Project is a community- scale composting network that work to increase capacity and participation in composting in NYC. for drop off location this week in Long Island City visit here. and also you can visit the reuse center in Astoria If you have any house building materials, etc. that can be used and sell at the Reuse Center.

Get your Dog License

Dog License
All Dogs living in NYC must have a license from the NYC Health Department. Licenses must be renewed annually.
In addition to being licensed, guard and serviced dog must be registered apply for a Dog License, Download a dog license mail application  for more information  

Wix workshop

Create a free website 
location: Create NYC Space
Wednesday, August 6,2:30 pm -  4:00 pm

Create NYC Space will be hosting a workshop with Wix. This Workshop series will teach you how to build a powerful, beautiful website in less than two hours.RSVP 

• No prior experience necessary.
• Free admission and open to the public.
• Bring your own laptop if you have one! 

Rock and Rawhide Kickoff Campaign

Rock and Rawhide 
Rock and Rawhide Co-founder Kylie Edmond  
Support Rock and Rawhide because They care about Long Island city Animal Shelters 

Paws and Pints

Paws and Pints

LIC Landing by COFFEED

 New York city and the surrounding area now has an event tailored specifically to Dog lovers!

at Paws and pints events, You and Your furry friend can enjoy a drink and socialize with other dogs and dog lovers in the city. location: LIC Landing/ Hunters pont Parksin Long Island City.
Rock and Rawhide were excited to announced that LIC Dog Walk will keep a Drop off Box for donation at their location. If you have any goodies you'd like to donate to shelter pets,contact Jenny directly at Jenny@licdogwalk.com 

Free Kayaking

The Long Island City Boathouse 
Free Kayaking
July 26 11:00 am-5:00 pm

The Long Island City Boathouse once again part of getting the community together Kayaking along the East River. for future free Kayaking and Volunteer visit licboathouse 

Create a free website 
location: Create NYC Space
Wednesday, August 2:30 pm -  4:00 pm

Create NYC Space will be hosting a workshop with Wix. This Workshop series will teach you how to build a powerful, beautiful website in less than two hours.RSVP 

• No prior experience necessary.
• Free admission and open to the public.
• Bring your own laptop if you have one! 

Harbor Lab

Friday free Kayaking
ON Friday July 25th 5:30 pm. Harbor Lab had a community paddling at Gantry Plaza State Park Families enjoyed a relaxing, brief paddles in the south cove of the Pier from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm, all equipment was provided. If you would like to participate as a volunteer for future events sign up here

Dog License

Dog License
All Dogs living in NYC must have a license from the NYC Health Department. Licenses must be renewed annually.
In addition to being licensed, guard and serviced dog must be registered apply for a Dog License, Download a dog license mail application  for more information  

    

BACKYARD POOL

BACKYARD POOL
AUGUST 2, 3:00 PM-5:00 PM
43-29 CRESCENT ST. LONG ISLAND CITY QUEENS

credit image:Socrates Sculpture Park

Socrates Sculpture Park announced their latest public art project to be presented at the the lot.

The installation tittle Backyard Pool by Tamara Johnson was possible through the generous support of Rockrose Development Corp 

Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare at Gantry Park

Shakespeare in Gantry state park

Saturday, August 2nd 2014 7:00 pm

Gantry State Park will be having for the second year a free series of Shakespeare plays in the park with a breathtaking backdrop as the skyline of New York City.

Saturday August 2nd Two gentlemen of Verona, A slapstick comedy about love, friendship, betrayal, forgiveness and a dog. Young Proteus only has eyes for his hometown sweetheart, until he lays eyes on his best friend's love. This is a Zany late of romantic rivals with lighting  changes in affection, a maiden in disguise, bandits, and one of Shakespeare's funniest clowns the play asks the questionn: is all really fair in love?  

NYC Urban Farm Listing

1. Brooklyn Grange Rooftop Farm website
2. Brooklyn Grange Rooftop Farm-Navy website
3. Bushwick Campus Farm website
4. Eagle Street Rooftop Farm website
5. Urban Farm at Battery Park website
6. Randall Island Urban Farm website
7. Added Value Farm website
8. La Finca del Sur website
9. Snug Harbor Heritage Farm website 
10. Phoenix Community Garden website
11. The Greenhouse at Wholefood website
12. East New York Farm website
13. North Brooklyn Farm website
14. High School for Public Service Farm website
15. River Park Farm website

LOT LIC

The LOT LIC music & films series

image credit: thelotlic

The LOTLIC music & films series

August 2- September 20, 2014 

The LOTLIC is an outdoor event space free of charge and open to the public. This place has its exclusive catering Partner M Wells, so NO outside food or drinks permitted. You will need to bring your own folding chairs or blankets during film nights

Music every Saturday 3:00-9:00pm

Film every Thursday 6:00-10:00pm

Full Program schedule 

22-44 Jackson Avenue

Demolition to begin soon for 22-44 Jackson Avenue,
well known as 5 Pointz

image credit: H. Thomas O'Hara

The planned building for 22-44 Jackson Avenue, location of the world famous 5Pointz graffiti landmark has been filed. Designed by Architect H. Thomas O'Hara the demolition work will start in a few weeks and groundwork and construction should begin in later this year.

The two new towers will contain a total of 1.2 million square feet of floor space, the majority of which will be over a 1,000 rentals apartments with nearly 40,000 square feet commercial  space.  Additional features include over 200 parking spaces,  street level retail and 20 artists' studios.

Long Island City Community Boathouse

Friday and Sunday free Kayaking
Friday July 25th 5:30 pm 
The Long Island City Boathouse is having a community paddling with Harbor Lab come to Gantry Plaza State Park to enjoy relaxing, brief paddles in its south cove from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. No reservation required and all equipment is provided.

Sunday July 27th, 2:00 pm-6:00 pm another public walk up paddling event at Stuyvesant Cove across the river (before and after the event). Be sure to check the "volunteer" box ans state which hours you will be available help.

Live at the Gantries
Tuesday July 22nd 7:00pm
Live at the Gantries is a series of free outdoor performances featuring a collection of Queens-based musicians as diverse as the borough. Performances include Jazz, Big Band sounds, Brazilian Farro, Middle eastern fusion, Irish music, and Salsa dancing. 
Tuesday July 22nd Dahka Band will be performing at 7:00pm

Rooftop Farm

City Growers Second Annual Rooftop Farm-To-Table Dinner



On Saturday July 19th 2014 Brooklyn Grange Farm hosted their 2nd annual Rooftop Farm-To-Table Dinner. Guests enjoyed a wonderful farm-to-table dinner with beautiful sunset views of the Manhattan skyline. Before the dinner started the hosts gave small group tours of the farm and served homemade cocktails that included herbs grown at the farm.  Beer was provided by Singlecut,Beersmith- Dessert and coffee by Coffeednyc. 

It was a great evening learning about both the farm, composting and their outreach work to schools and children all over New York City.  Please take the time to visit the farm this summer and also help support food and farm education programs for New York City children.

15 Urban Farms in NYC  

Culinary Night Out

Editor at Large
Bernadette Sigado

Here it is! 
What you've been waiting for! These are not your typical restaurant reviews!
We review Long Island City Restaurants in a different way. We dine out and then share our experience with you-because we ARE you! We are local residents eating at the same places you visit--and we do it all in a casual, fun, informal way--just like you do when you go out with your family and friends!

We hope you find our reviews helpful and informative--and "familiar"!



Dishcrawl, a San Jose based food tour company, did it's first event ever in Long Island City, New York, this past Wednesday, July 16th 2014.  It's sort of a wine flight meets pub crawl: three different restaurants, each with a tailored menu of small plates designed to showcase the chef's skills, as well as the focus of the establishment.  On Wendesday, a group of about thirty of us explored three venues in the up-and-coming restaurant scene of the historic Long Island City, punctuated by a sunset walk on the beautiful waterfront--a Midtown Manhattan view which brags the Chrysler Building, Empire State and Freedom Tower all in one gloriously lit Panorama. 

The night began at Alobar, a sort of European meets American bar and restaurant.  Our gregarious chef and his truly New York style confirmed this; the very well crafted small plates included his take on the classic American baked potato: gnocchi, rich and creamy, heaped with bacon and scallions.  That didn't stop him from using truly adventurous ingredients, including the light heirloom tomato salad with basil, avocado and Manchego cheese, topped with some deliciously toasted and delicately shaved croutons--and, most impressively, a bold octopus salad, cut into lovely tender chunks with two very well paired sauces to dip into.  With it's sophisticated yet comfortable decor, dark wood, well chosen knick-knacks, open kitchen, and excellent but reasonable drink menu, Alobar was a hit with our group, certainly a place a number of our couples would love to dress up for a classy date-night.

Giddy, with at least one drink in our system, we walked over to the alewife, a classic American pub, which, while early, is definitely a watering hole for many LIC residents.  I could imagine how the open room, high ceilings and big screen TV's would make this place a party late-night and especially during Sporting events.  As a bar, we perused the beer menu, which bragged of a good number of local Breweries, with many I had never heard of.  And, in bar food fashion, we were served truffle oil popcorn, mac'n cheese and pulled pork sandwiches, in no particular order.  As a bar frequenter myself, I was very impressed by the quality of the bar food, lite macaroni, not too cheesy, and a reliable pulled pork slider.  I can imagine how this food would be key in a drunken night out, without making you feel horrible and overly greased in the morning.

Our final stop was Open Door Restaurant, where the chef was extremely gracious and showed us a lovely end to the night.  The decor was highly contemporary, with abstract prints on the walls and red and white stained glass fixtures around the lights.  I particularly liked the quality reggae music playing when we came in, adding a little relaxation and fun to what could otherwise be a more serious business venue.  The theme was "A Trio of Trios"-a salsa, followed by a tartar and finally a coquette trio.  Small samples, but the variety of tastes was an excellent way to try many things on the menu, and showcase the chef's versatility.  The salsa's were all delicious, mild black bean, surprisingly spicy mango salsa and a lentil puree.  The tartars were very brave indeed-while the chef's favorite was the salmon, I found that to be a bit dill-heavy,  as a person who doesn't fancy dill-I was far more impressed by the fluke, a light white fish, served on a lime, balanced to allow the flavor and delicacy of the fish to show.  The tuna was also nice, tuna sashimi with some wasabi, simple and classic.  By the time our coquettes came, I was too full of food, beer and wine to eat all of them, but from the bite I took of each, I could see how they would be a great appetite whetter, breaded little morsels containing seasoned rice or potatoes.  

The night ended with everyone satisfied, and one of the more vociferous of the group standing and asking over the echoing conversation "Is everyone having a good time?".  As our host, Greta, expressed at the beginning of the night, "Well, we're here for three hours, might as well get to be a family,"  I think after a few drinks and excellent food, the camaraderie was certainly appreciated.  Dishcrawl was an excellent way for a number of strangers to share something they all enjoy in a community they all love dearly.

By Christina Mason

Socrates Sculpture Park

Saturday July 19th at Socrates Sculpture park
Socrates Sculpture Park has a full day of programs and it's free check the link for more information
Sculpture Workshop, Free Kayaking, Free Yoga, Green Market 

Warm UP

MoMA PS1 Saturday July19th 2014
WARM UP 3:00pm-9:00pm 
Doors open at NOON 
 $20 Day of- $18 in advance
Buy tickets

Warm Up is PS1's beloved outdoor concert series. Returning this set of performers from around the world. This Saturday bliss out with performances by
DJ Robert Hood, DJ Rrose, DJ Vatican Shadow, DJ container, DJ Young-Male Objekt/ Hessele-Audio

Currently adorning MoMAPS1's courtyard: a biodegradable "pavilion" built from bricks made of corn stalks and mushrooms- the structure will provide shade and nooks for concertgoers more info

Rockaway Brewing Co

image credit:RBCo

RockawayBrewing Co

Kickstarter goal closing party

Saturday, July 26 at 7:00pm

RockawayBrewingCo is hosting a party at the Brewery Saturday, July 26 7:00 pm Arborio King will be selling their delicious arancine. Please come out to help make last push towards the $30k Kickstarter goal!

If you can't attend Donate 

QUEENS MADE

image credit:QNSMADE

Friday July 18th 7:00 pm -9:00 pm

Queens Council on the Arts

37-11 35 Ave Astoria, NY

QNSMADE is a design project dedicated to define the borough of Queens through its people with interviews and the interesting stuff they are doing. QUEENSMADE's goal is help give Queens a face and put the borough on the map.

On Friday July 18th, Queens Council on the Arts's is proud to present Amy Wu and the launch of QNSMADE. BUY YOUR TICKETS 

                          

Live music

July 15,22,29
August 5,12 2014  at 7:00 pm

This is a 2013 flyer

Live at the Gantries is a series of free outdoor performances featuring a collection of Queens-based musicians as diverse as the borough. Performances include Jazz, Big Band sounds, Brazilian Farro, Middle eastern fusion, Irish music, and Salsa dancing. The Series is presented by the Kupferberg center, The New York State Parks, Queens Theatre.  

Stop Signs

New STOP Signs 

Finally, the waterfront in Long Island City has new traffic regulations. 5th St is now one-way, and stop signs have been added along Center Blvd from 48th Rd to 50 St. Will additional signs be added going north of 48th Rd?   

Please, WATCH THE VIDEO, we still need to educate drivers on the new rules.   You will see a number of drivers totally ignore the new signs.  Whether you are a driver or a pedestrian please tell your friends about the new measures to keep our neighborhood safe and decrease unnecessary speeding.    

Water test kit

Free water test kit by the city of NY

You can request free kit through the Free Residential Lead Program to test your drinking water for high levels of lead. Lead usually enters drinking water when plumbing contains lead corrodes. Lead does not have any color or smell. You can file a water complaint if your drinking water is not clear (has color) or has an odor or smell. this kit is for use in private residences only! 

You can order only one kit at a time, If you are a landlord who wants to order more than one kit for your building, you must make separate requests for each apartment.

Request a free lead test kit 

42-14 Crescent ST Long Island City

42-14 Crescent Street Long Island city, the design has been revealed

Image credit:John Fotiadis

The 48-unit rental building designed by John Fotiadis, a brick facade will be interlaced with metallic accents. The 13-story building will contain studios, one-and two-bedrooms, no parking space include.

Construction is expected to start in the fall and wrap up by the end of 2015

City of Water Day

City of Water Day In Long Island City

On Saturday July 12th, 2014 The Metropolitan Water Alliance Celebrated the Annual City Water Day offering Free Kayaking.
The Long Island City Boathouse once again was part of getting the community together Kayaking along the East River. for future free Kayaking and Volunteer work licboathouse 

Events at the Noguchi Museum

Artists at the Noguchi Museum
Performing Bang on a can
Series featuring Bang on Ja-Pan
Sunday July 13th,4014 3:00-4:00pm

This summer once again for the 4th year, The Noguchi Museum partnered with Bang On a Can to present Performances series in the Sculpture Garden. Directions of  How to get here.

And also You can take LIC ART Shuttle Bus 

New construction coming to 42-14 Crescent ST. L.I.C

42-14 Crescent ST Long Island City, N.Y.

image via Google map

Court Square LIC continues to grow with exciting new construction. DOB (Department of Buildings) records show an application for a 13 story building has been filed. The property address is 42-14 Crescent St and it will be built as a mixed-use building, comprised largely of residential and just under 750 square feet of commercial space. The development will have 45 new apartments and the structure will stand 158 feet tall.  

Will it be a boutique residential property or just a cookie cutter rubber stamp?  Fingers crossed on something well crafted with attention to detail.  

Greenmarket on Vernon BLVD

GrowNYC greenmarket is coming back for the summer season on vernon BLVD and 48th St.
The Greenmarket will be open July 12th-Nov 22nd, 2014 every Saturday from 10:00am to 2:00pm
The stand will be operated by Youthmarket stand. for more information got to Greenmarket  

Paws and pints

image via Paws&pints.com

Paws and Pints

Saturday, July 26th 2014

5:00pm

LIC Landing by COFFEED

New York city and the surrounding area now has an event tailored specifically to dog lovers!

at Paws and pints events You and Your furry friend can enjoy a drink and socialize with other dogs and dog lovers in the city. location: LIC Landing in Long Island City, Saturday, July 26th 2014

Save the date, Free Yoga!

Free Yoga in the Park

Wednesday 7:00pm July 16th, 2014

Free Sunset Yoga in collaboration with Pranavah Yoga 

Studio at Hunters Point Park South. The class will be held in the green grass

Permits Filed for 43-22 Queens Street in Long Island City, NY

New Building 43-22 Queens Street 
Long Island City, NY

Image via Google Maps

Another major residential development permit has been filed by Rockrose development. The location is 43-22 Queens Street, a former electric plant known as Eagle Electric Plant #7. The new tower will stand 54 stories and 580 feet tall with an estimated 783 apartments. This will be the second-tallest residential building in Queens.  Citylights in Hunters Point will lose it crown.  

43-22 Queens Street is located just a few blocks from the E,M,N,Q,R,7 and G trains (talk about great transportation options!). While no completion date for the new building has been announced, the new filings  suggest progress is imminent.

Hy-fi Living organic tower and Summer Concert Series

MoMA PS1 Saturday July12th 2014
WARM UP

Warm Up is PS1's beloved outdoor concert series. Returning this set of performers from around the world. This Saturday bliss out with performances by DJ duo Eamon Harkin & Justin CarterJusting Carteer, New York favorite Cibo Matto, Archie Pelago, Gabriel Garzon Montano and Glassgow's Auntie Flo. 

Currently adorning MoMAPS1's courtyard: a biodegradable "pavilion" built from bricks made of corn stalks and mushrooms- the structure will provide shade and nooks for concertgoers more info

Today Activities for CITY WATER DAY in Long Island City

Long Island City Community Boathouse

Summer is here now and in full Swing !

Join the Long Island City Community Boathouse 

Gantry Plaza State Park/Hunters Point Parks opens gate to Long Island City Community Boat for the first time to provide free Kayaking.

Tuesday July 8th from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm and again on Saturday July 12th from 11:00am to 3:00pm as part of the City Water Day 

For more information CLICK HERE 

Hy-fi Living organic tower

A design from agricultural waste wins MoMA PS1 Architects program 2014.
The towers designed by David Benjamin's firm the living were made with cultivate bio-bricks from corn stalks and mushroom,  The circular  towers are entirely from natural materials. The upper section of the structure is made from reflective bricks producing a special mirror film effect. The structure is part as an exhibit for the 2014 warm up summer music series at MoMA PS1 

Tenant king Long Island City

We have seen them along Center BLVD in Long Island City So, We decided to ask them What is Tenant King? For more information and become a member go to TenantkingLIC

View from LICQUEENSTV

The LOT LIC

The LOT LIC music & films series

image credit: thelotlic

The LOTLIC music & films series

August 2- September 20, 2014 

The LOTLIC is an outdoor event space free of charge and open to the public. This place has its exclusive catering Partner M Wells, so NO outside food or drinks permitted. You will need to bring your own folding chairs or blankets during film nights

Music every Saturday 3:00-9:00pm

Film every Thursday 6:00-10:00pm

Full Program schedule 

Free Outdoor Cinema

Have you visited Socrates Sculpture Park yet?
Take the free summer Shuttle Bus and enjoy exhibitions Scarecrow, QueenMother, Suralark, and more!
SOCRATES SCULTURE PARK
Activities are free!....
kick off of socrates+Film forum July 2. This is the 16th year that Socrates Sculpture Park is having this Outdoor Cinema with collaboration with Roof Top Films 

New building coming up at 43-25 Hunter Street

Image credit: slce architects

New building coming to 43-25 Hunter Street

A New building proposal has been submitted by Rockrose developers at 43-25 Hunter St  in Long Island City, Court Square neighborhood. The building will consist of Ground floor retail area and 974 apartments with 20% aside affordable. The amenities for the building will include  basketball courts a billiard room, and a Yoga studio. The 38th floor will be used as a roof deck with spectacular views of Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. 43-25 will become one of the tallest building in Long Island city, Standing 50 stories. The building has a goal to be completed by 2017.

The permit for the construction was submitted by the SLCE architects.