Hey neighbor,

Today is Primary Election Day, which means Jackson Heights gets to do one of its favorite things. Have strong opinions, then go vote on them. Polls are open from 6am to 9pm, and if you are on line at 9pm, you can still vote. You can check your polling place and see a sample ballot by plugging in your address here.

Meanwhile, the World Cup is in full swing, and our little corner of Queens is already showing why it is called the World’s Borough. The Jackson Heights opening game watch party got written up in the Queens Eagle, with neighbors gathering to cheer, compare jerseys, and probably explain offside to at least one confused friend.

And one last little nudge. Last call for Dinner Club is this Sunday evening. It’s happening next Tuesday, and the idea is simple. You sign up, we match you with a small group of neighbors, and you all meet at a local restaurant. Simple. Friendly. Delicious. Much easier than trying to make new friends by hovering near the mangoes at Patel Brothers → Grab your spot here before signups close Sunday evening. Here are a few photos from our most recent one last month:

Alright, so that's democracy, soccer and dinner with neighbors covered. Now let’s get into what’s happening around the neighborhood.

This Week in Jackson Heights

June 23 to June 29, 2026

Featured Event

🍷 Wine & Dine: A 5-Course Tasting at Addictive Wine & Tapas | Thursday, June 25, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Addictive Wine and Tapas

A five-course tasting menu with hand-selected wine pairings, from tuna tartare and Albariño to croquettes, saffron rice, and Tarta de Santiago. It is $100 per person, not including tax or gratuity. Reservations: call 718-899-8666 or text 718-216-8756. Save me a glass​

Come Solo. Leave with Plans. We pair you with 5 others at a Jackson Heights restaurant for dinner, then everyone meets up at a nearby bar after. Most people come alone. Everyone leaves knowing at least two people they'd grab coffee with. Sign Me Up for Dinner next Tuesday

Tuesday, June 23

Bed Conversion Plan | 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM | NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst • Ask questions, share feedback, online pre-registration required → Join the conversation​

Wednesday, June 24

Live Music At The Q | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | The Queensboro • Latin folk reggae vibes → Catch the tunes​

Thursday, June 25

NICE's Happy Hour Kickoff Event | 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Terraza 7 • Marathon cheers, raffles, Ecuador vs. Germany → Raise a glass for NICE​

Wine & Dine: A 5-Course Tasting at Addictive Wine & Tapas | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Addictive Wine and Tapas • Five courses, five wines, reservations encouraged • $100 → Save me a glass​

Friday, June 26

Keith Jordan Trio | 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM | Espresso 77 • Coffee, art, and local tunes → Ease into the weekend​

Saturday, June 27

BBQ and Community Fair | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM | St. Mark’s Episcopal Church • Bounce house, BBQ, raffle, kids welcome • Adults $15, children 12 and under $5, under 2 free → Bring the whole crew​

Bilingual Reading | 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM | Libreria Barco De Papel Comunitaria • Queens writers, many voices → Hear the stories​

Sunday, June 28

Les Petites Gallery | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM | 34th Avenue & 83rd Street • Open-air art on Open Streets → Stroll the gallery​

The Street is Ours: 25 Years of Terraza 7 | 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Gleane Street • Music, soccer, film, community pride → Feel the rhythm​

Urban Watercolors: Cityscapes & Train Scenes | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM | Art Retail Therapy • Adults and teens, beginners welcome → Paint Nueva Yol​

Monday, June 29

Spanish Conversation Club | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM | 93rd St & 34th Ave • No quizzes, no fear, just practice → Habla sin miedo​

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Cultura Pa'Lante: Salsa Sketching Night/Artist Meet-Up | Wed Jun 24, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Flushing Town Hall • Draw, dance, sip, RSVP recommended, free → Sketch the salsa​

Networking in Your Neighborhood! Murphy's Bar | Thu Jun 25, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Murphy’s Sports Bar • Business cards, raffle, useful payment tips → Make some connections​

Astoria 5K Run & Fireworks | Thu Jun 25, 6:45 PM to 8:45 PM | Astoria Park • Run first, picnic fireworks after → Run toward the fireworks​

Suddenly Cake: An Ube and Buko-pandan Cake Decorating Gathering | Sun Jun 28, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM | Rego Park • Tiny cakes, big feelings → Decorate something delicious​

Queens NY Practical Philosophy Meetup | Sun Jun 28, 6:00 PM to 7:45 PM | Arya Cafe • Deep thoughts, no homework, donations optional → Think out loud​

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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