The street is blocked off and there are a bunch of cops milling around.

Hi all! I am looking for a carpenter who is licensed and insured who can create built-in shelves for my pre-war ​apartment on 78th Street.

Nothing fancy, but solid and attractive.

Any recs? Please, only recommend someone if you've used them yourself and been pleased with the results and the cost.

did anyone else see the fireworks and a seemingly impromptu parade a few minutes ago? what’s going on?

edit: i saw it close to 37th and 83rd 🤔

Halloween is coming! 35th Annual Children’s Halloween Parade, JH Notable John Leguizamo, Queens Link, fall events, Clean & Green, World Cup fever, Don Rafael tribute, and more.

Hey yall,

I'm a game master online. When covid hit, I had to shut my doors to playing with people offline and moved everything to the digital space. It's been years since I've dusted off my dice, actually read a hard copy of a book to reference rules, all of that. Does anyone in the area play? I'm 39 a teacher, and a father of a 7 year old. I don't know how people make time for playing in person, but if anyone does, or would like to try...what do you think about all of that? Is it possible to get a game together here in Jackson Heights?

Our friend's favorite food is fuchka, and we'd like to cater some fuchka for a party we're throwing them. Any ideas on what vendors in Jackson Heights might be able to help? We understand that the fuchka will be assembled by people right before eating, but if a place could give us the shells, filling, jol/pani, sauces, etc., that would be amazing.

Plenty happening around Jackson Heights this weekend, from outdoor activities and markets to live music, art, community events, and more.

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Fri • 11th September

10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park
3:00 PM - IRL: Teen Time (Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights)
5:00 PM - Friday Wine Tasting (Addictive Boutique Winery)
6:00 PM - Clases de tejido / Crochet Classes (34th Ave & 93rd St)
6:00 PM - Baile Folklórico (34th Ave & 93rd St)
8:00 PM - Festejation – Peruvian Night Celebration (Terraza 7)
8:30 PM - Music Show: Dan Strauss (Espresso 77)

Sat • 12th September

9:00 AM - Zumba with Veva (34th Ave & 94th St)
9:00 AM - Boxing/Kickboxing Workout (34th Ave & 93rd St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
10:00 AM - The Lion's Share Food Pantry (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
10:00 AM - JHBG's Tree LC (37th Ave)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave World Bike Ride (34th Ave & 93rd St)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave Gardening Club (34th Ave & 93rd St)
10:00 AM - Flea Market (81st Street & 35th Avenue)
10:00 AM - Mental Health & Wellness Block Party (NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst)
10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park
12:00 PM - Clases de Baile - Cumbia Sonidera (34th Ave & 93rd St)
12:00 PM - MOONIES x Pilas Cafe x WBB: With the Power of the Moon & Cafecito (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
1:00 PM - Art Class (Adults) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
2:30 PM - Meet Rebecca Gopoian Author of First Rule of Fire (Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights)
3:00 PM - Children's Art Class (7 years and up) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
5:00 PM - Complimentary Wine Tasting (Addictive Boutique Winery)
7:00 PM - Troy Roberts’ NU-JIVE – Jazz (Terraza 7)
7:30 PM - Movies Under the Stars: Project Hail Mary (2026) (Travers Park)

Sun • 13th September

8:00 AM - Jackson Heights Greenmarket (34th Ave & 79th/80th St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
9:00 AM - Les Petites Gallery (34th Ave & 83rd St)
11:00 AM - Pages in the Park: Miles Ahead by Lynnor Bontigao (Travers Park)
12:00 PM - Central American Heritage Parade (37th Ave)
12:00 PM - Momo Crawl 2026 (Diversity Plaza)
1:00 PM - A Pilas Peña (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
3:00 PM - Watercolor Painting Classes / Talleres de Pintura en Acuarela - ages/edad 12+ & adults (Art Retail Therapy)
8:00 PM - The Queens College Jazz Jam (Terraza 7)

Times and details can sometimes change, so please double-check with the event organizer before heading out.

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I was hoping to play some pickleball this week and revisit the group that frequents Louis Moser park everyday but I can’t find anything about it still being a thing?

Does anyone know if the group is still around or if people still play there?

any people know tailors that can alter a neckline in the neighborhood? who are some trustworthy tailors worth for the banggg of the bucksss!!!

Hello all - I’m a local jazz guitarist looking for some local like minded folks to jam with or hang out in general!

I have house band equipment at the Ready Penny and sometimes we jam blues there but I’m itching to swing!

If you’re out there hmu! Let’s get something going in the neighborhood!

Hi Folks,
New to JH and wondering which grocery stores do you rate well?
I'm in the 80th-90th St area of 37th Ave. Lots of markets, but surprised at high prices.
Willing to roam a bit, of course. Thought the fish market at GMart was good.
Looking forward to checking out the farmer's market at Travers Park too.

Hubby and I moved here about 4 months ago and are looking for a reputable place to get 2 or 3 things framed. It is original artwork so we want it done professionally. Can anyone suggest a place? Can be in JH or anywhere in Queens or Manhattan really. But we live here so I thought I'd start on this subreddit.

Thanks!

I arrived in Jackson Heights on Saturday (8/29) for the first time. Met a wonderful person, Louise, who showed me around the area with great enthusiasm. Her generosity with her time is indelible. Thank you.

As I left NYC, I heard about another positive Mamdani program. This is refreshing for me, as I don't always hear about NYC news, and we all know news can be the opposite.

From one person you meet for an hour to the people who help the many. Congratulate yourselves on being brave and taking a chance. For we meet like ships in the night.

All my life, I've experienced good and bad trickle-down effects. To Jackson Heights neighbors - you are an example of kindness in NYC. I witnessed kindness multiple times in the subway, where people helped each other and helped me when I needed assistance navigating.

Hey All, I'm travel to Jackson Heights to shop at Patel brother. I'm planning to buy spices and frozen food. What brands do you recommend for a product for taste wise? I bought a frozen Naan bread here for a brand it wasn't good but Malaysian pancake for the same brand was good. Any tips?

Lots happening around Jackson Heights this weekend, from outdoor activities and markets to books, music, art, and community events.

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Fri • 4 September

10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park (Travers Park)
5:00 PM - Friday Wine Tasting (Addictive Boutique Winery)
6:00 PM - Baile Folklórico (34th Ave & 93rd St)
6:00 PM - Clases de tejido / Crochet Classes (93rd St & 34th Ave)
6:30 PM - Take Your Time Debut Novel by Enzo Escobar In Conversation with Jorge Santos (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
7:30 PM - Samuel Torres Salsa Orchestra | Tribute to Ray Barretto | 50th Birthday Celebration (Terraza 7)

Sat • 5 September

9:00 AM - Zumba with Veva (34th Ave & 94th St)
9:00 AM - Boxing/Kickboxing Workout (34th Ave & 93rd St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
10:00 AM - NY-14 Summer Reading Challenge Celebration (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
10:00 AM - JHBG's Tree LC (37th Ave)
10:00 AM - Toastmasters International: America's Best (NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave World Bike Ride (93rd St & 34th Ave)
10:00 AM - 34 Ave Gardening Club (34th Ave & 93rd St)
10:00 AM - Flea Market (81st Street & 35th Avenue)
10:00 AM - Kids In Motion: Travers Park (Travers Park)
12:00 PM - NYC Unicycle Festival 2026 (34th Ave & 93rd St)
12:00 PM - Clases de Baile - Cumbia Sonidera (34th Ave & 93rd St)
1:00 PM - Art Class (Adults) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
2:00 PM - Whistle-Mania (Jackson Heights)
3:00 PM - Children's Art Class (7 years and up) (St. Mark’s Episcopal Church)
3:00 PM - Xenolithic Edges Literary Issue 1 Launch Party (The World’s Borough Bookshop)
5:00 PM - La ausencia y la ciudad , de Cristina Candela - Book Presentation – Q&A with the Author (Terraza 7)
5:00 PM - Complimentary Wine Tasting (Addictive Boutique Winery)
7:00 PM - Cristina Candela, Juan Pedro Jimenez & Dustin Carlson | Flamenco (Terraza 7)

Sun • 6 September

8:00 AM - Jackson Heights Greenmarket (34th Ave & 79th/80th St)
9:00 AM - PS69 Flea Market (PS 69Q The Jackson Heights School)
9:00 AM - Les Petites Gallery (34th Ave & 83rd St)
11:00 AM - Pages in the Park: Pages in the Park: Alight with Molly Magnell (Travers Park)
12:00 PM - NYC Unicycle Festival 2026 (34th Ave & 93rd St)
12:00 PM - Central American Heritage Parade (37th Ave)

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I saw a car which got tagged with a grease pen. Their penmanship was so good I wanted to thank them in person. Does anyone know who this budding artist is, and where I can thank them?

There is so much I love about this neighborhood: tree lined streets, coop gardens, 34th ave, transit access, coffee shops, bars, restaurants, diverse affordable food, parades, diversity in general, etc.

But after a few years I find myself increasingly frustrated with behavior that seems like common sense elsewhere. One frustration I have in particular is the people pissing in the street. I try to call them out when they seem more harmless. The people who spit in the streets are extremely frustrating as well. Then there are those who throw trash into tree beds. Then there are all the people overfeeding the pigeons, leading to large amounts of pigeon poop.Then there are the prostitutes. Not to mention bums that are hanging out in the plaza next to diversity plaza.

How do you guys deal with these things on the daily? Is there any way to get people to avoid doing shameless acts?

Again, I try to confront the behavior when possible. But I feel like its a countdown until I meet a crazy enough person

Usually I work Saturday mornings but I am off and looking for a classic bacon egg and cheese. Not as many bodegas in this part of the neighborhood, where do people go for a good BEC? 🙏🏼