The view from SHI, new Asian fusion restaurant at Queens West, LIC

The long awaited SHI restaurant opens tonight in QueensWest, featuring a full bar & lounge, sushi bar, dining room, and outdoor terrace seating with LIC’s famous Manhattan skyline view. With of course, LIC’s signature signage, the soon to be migrating again Pepsi Cola sign.

Anyway, it’s a good week to be in this particular hood, because there are many ways to get your drink, art, and theatre on in LIC, and some of it for FREE. Check it out »

From the inbox:

ASTORIA MUSIC NOW!

*The First Annual FREE Music & Arts Festival of its Kind. *

For one day, on July 26th, people will be treated to some of the finest local music our area has to offer. This event will highlight and benefit the arts in one of the most culturally diverse communities in NYC. Come enjoy nine hours of local music and arts absolutely FREE!

Hula Hoops, Magic, Comedy, Face Paint, and Much More!!!

WHERE: Astoria Park – The Great Lawn – Ditmars & 19th St. Astoria, NY 11106

WHEN: Saturday, 7.26.08 – 12-9pm

• Astoria Music Now complete line up

Kayaking with LIC Boathouse

Have you ever noticed that LIC is on the water? Taking full advantage of our waterfront location is the LIC Boathouse, a sponsored community group that gets you out onto the East River kayaking until your heart’s content. Unless, you happen to be slightly unsavvy and ignore the instructions of your gracious guides. Anyway, don’t let that get in the way of experiencing a gem that very few NYC neighborhoods possess.

Remarkably active this summer »