Hey neighbor,

Lately it feels like the neighborhood is leaning a little more social. More tables outside, more people lingering, more “just one drink” turning into a full evening.

Spring will do that.

If you want an easy way into that, our Dinner Club is back on Tuesday April 28. We match you with a small group at a local restaurant, then everyone meets up after. No awkward intros, just good conversation and good food. You can grab a spot at dinnerclub.jacksonheightsinsider.com.

Elsewhere in the neighborhood, a bit of Thai restaurant news. Kitchen 79 has reopened, which is great to see. At the same time, Buddha Asian, is currently up for sale, though still open if you want to dine there while things are in transition.

Also worth noting, this week is doing a bit of a triple theme. It’s National Volunteer Week, so you’ll see chances to give back. It’s National Library Week, which is a good excuse to rediscover your local branch. And it’s Earth Week, so there are events focused on parks, cleanup, and sustainability.

Plenty going on, whether you want to help out, learn something, or just get outside. Let’s get into it 👇

This Week in Jackson Heights

April 21–27

Featured Event

🍲 Monthly Potluck Dinner | Saturday, April 25 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 34th Ave & 93rd St

Bring a dish, bring a friend, and settle in for a relaxed afternoon of food, music, and community vibes. This neighborhood favorite is back for the season and it is always a good time. Free. Just show up and share.

Tuesday, April 21

Paella Nights @ Addictive Wine and Tapas Bar | 4:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Addictive Wine and Tapas • saffron rice dreams → Grab a plate​

World Cup Small Business Workshop | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Pio Pio 2 • level up your business • RSVP encouraged → Get game ready​

Wednesday, April 22

Earth Day Street Tree Planting and Care | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 78th St & 32nd Ave • get your hands dirty → Dig in​

Play Dungeons & Dragons @ The Queensboro | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | The Queensboro • roll the dice, meet heroes • $ ticket → Start your quest​

Thursday, April 23

Julian Miltenberger Quartet — Jazz | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Terraza 7 • smooth grooves, deep rhythms • $20 → Feel the rhythm​

Friday, April 24

Baile Folklórico | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 34th Ave & 93rd St • all ages, beginner friendly → Step into the dance​

Music Show: Riley Burke | 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Espresso 77 • coffee and cozy tunes → Catch the set​

Saturday, April 25

A.R.T. Fair | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM | A.R.T. Shop • shop local, meet artists → Browse the goods​

Monthly Potluck Dinner | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 34th Ave & 93rd St • bring a dish, meet neighbors → Join the table​

Sunday, April 26

Jackson Heights Greenmarket | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 34th Ave & 79th St • fresh finds, local farms → Fill your tote​

Monday, April 27

Queens Distance Runners Community Run | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 80th St & Northern Blvd • easy pace, friendly crew → Join the run​

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New York Forum of Amazigh Film - 11th Annual Edition - Exploring Tamazgha | Thu Apr 23, 12:00 AM–11:59 PM | LaGuardia Performing Arts Center • films, talks, culture • RSVP encouraged → See the stories​

Family Business Forum | Thu Apr 23, 11:30 AM–5:00 PM | Plaza College, Forest Hills • learn, connect, free lunch • free → Join the conversation​

Sunnyside Community Cultural Initiative | Thu Apr 23, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM | Bliss Plaza, Sunnyside • live music, easy vibes → Catch the tunes​

Holi: Colorful Indian Dance | Fri Apr 24, 10:00 AM–11:00 AM | Flushing Town Hall • joyful dance, ages 3–8 • $10 → Celebrate spring​

Queens Night Market | Sat Apr 25, 4:00 PM–11:59 PM | Flushing Meadows Corona Park • food, music, night vibes • take the 7 train → Eat your way through​

Heads-up: times and places can change, so make sure you confirm event details with the organizers before you go.

And remember - this list is just a selection of everything that’s going on locally. You can check out full listings for more events at JacksonHeightsInsider.com/events​

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And that's a wrap for this week! See you at the potluck, I’ll be the one asking “who made this?”

Jonathan (JBS)