👋🏾 Local Side Quests is a guide to enjoying your time outside of work in and near LIC. Each issue is a curated list of classes, activities and gatherings nearby that invite community, curiosity, and/or creativity.
💭 A Note From the Editor
I’m actively sweating as I type this and I’m angry that we’re going from sweltering heat directly into rain. Was anyone around a couple summers ago where it rained LITERALLY every Saturday. It’s like the universe is trying to balance the amazing vibes of NYC right now by making us physically miserable.
Doesn’t matter though! The show WILL go on. Enjoy my findings this week!
📅 What’s Happening Nearby This Week
Starting 7/6/26 (Mon) | 12-12am | Court Square Theater (Court Square) | $20/program
Great for: Anyone who loves ACTUAL indie films and wants to see what Queens filmmakers have to offer
7/6/26 (Mon) | 6pm | Ferox Ninja Park (Greenpoint) | $5
Great for: Anyone who's seen American Ninja Warriors and thought "I could totally do that"
7/7/26 (Tue) | 6-9pm | Rockaway Brewing Company (Waterfront) | $25
Great for: DnD enthusiasts who want to meet new people and play a quick campaign
7/8/26 (Wed) | 6-8pm | The Greats of Craft - Warehouse (Queensbridge) | Free
Great for: Beginner dancers who want to learn (or practice!) the easy salsa moves
7/8/26 (Wed) | 6:30-7:30pm | Astoria Park Pool Deck (Astoria) | Suggested donation $15
Great for: Yogis who want to sweat through an evening flow to help them through the rest of the week
7/9/26 (Thu) | 7-7:45am | BOUT Boxing (Hunters Point) | $35 for a 2-class package
Great for: Anyone who's been interested in boxing cardio and loves a good early morning workout
7/10/26 (Fri) | 1-9pm | Culture House (Greenpoint) | Free
Great for: Cannabis-consumers looking for vibes, "drinks", and a little shopping
7/11/26 (Sat) | 9:30am | Long Island City Ferry Stop (Waterfront) | $4.50 one way
Great for: Anyone itching to get to the beach but hates the absolute TREK to Rockaway without the Rocket
7/11/26 (Sat) | 12-4pm | RSVP to view location | Pay as you go
Great for: Pizza fiends who want an excuse to eat all the pizza in LIC while meeting new people (WAITLISTED)
7/11/26 (Sat) | 1-2pm | QPL Hunters Point (Waterfront) | Free
Great for: Anyone interested in a garden but would prefer to avoid soil
7/12/26 (Sun) | 3-4:15pm | Luxuriate Lab (Queensbridge) | $37 (class pack discounts available)
Great for: Anyone looking for something sultry to pull them out of their comfort zone (unless this is your bag, then good for you!)
↗️ On The Horizon
Gotham FC vs Washington Spirit - The Queens Classic → 7/15/26 (Wed)
Not LIC but this will be the first women’s sports game at Citi Field EVER. So worth the easy ride on the 7 train if you’re interested!
How to Win a Gameshow → 7/17/26 (Fri)
Empowered Not Afraid: Self-Defense Workshop → 7/18/26 (Sat)
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