Hey neighbor,

Did you hear about Adelphia Hall? That beautiful old building on 35th Avenue between 89th and 90th has apartments so big they come with two bathrooms and over 1,000 square feet. Speaking of history, apparently Jackson Heights used to have tennis courts, golf courses, and even rooftop restaurants – imagine that! And hats off to a local neighbor who worked for decades to get a ramp added to our Post Office. That’s the kind of persistence that makes this community shine.

But that’s last week’s news. Here’s what’s coming up…

This Week in Jackson Heights

August 26 – August 31, 2025

(Looking for more? This is just a short list. See the full calendar at jacksonheightsinsider.com/events)

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

Featured Event

🏃‍♀️ QDR Jackson Heights Mile & Relay – Saturday brings the flagship race through America’s most diverse neighborhood! Whether you’re running the mile or cheering from the sidelines, it’s a celebration of community spirit and athletic achievement in the heart of Jackson Heights → Sign Up Today​
​Or prefer to help out with Friday bib pickup and race-day support? → Volunteer here​

Tuesday, August 26

SNAP Benefits Enrollment Assistance | 1-4pm | EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care • Get help signing up for food benefits, totally free and open to everyone → Learn your options​

Wednesday, August 27

Play Dungeons & Dragons @ The Queensboro | 6-10pm | The Queensboro • Roll dice and battle monsters with fellow adventurers, all materials provided → Join the quest​

Thursday, August 28

Hula Lessons with Verona | 3:30-4:30pm | 34th Avenue & 93rd Street • Free hula hooping and jump roping fun, bring your energy → Get moving​

Fiber Craft And Mending Circle | 5-7pm | Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights • Monthly crafting circle for knitting, mending, and creative projects, ages 13+ → Bring your project​

Friday, August 29

Music Show: Kvetch | 8:30-10pm | Espresso 77 • Brooklyn garage band meets village vibes → Catch the show​

MONECO / Cumbia Amazonica Peruana | 9:30pm-midnight | Terraza 7 • Chicha, cumbia, and rock blend for an infectious dance party • $20 → Feel the rhythm​

Saturday, August 30

Mandarin Superstars for Kids | 10-11am | Community United Methodist Church • Restaurant-themed Mandarin lessons for ages 2-10, bring your appetite for learning → Say ni hao​

QDR Jackson Heights Mile & Relay | 10am-1pm | Northern Playground • Run the mile or join a relay team through the most diverse neighborhood in the U.S. → Race or cheer​
Prefer to support instead? → Volunteer your time​

Sunday, August 31

Jackson Heights Greenmarket | 8am-3pm | 34th Ave & 79th Street • Queens’ largest and busiest farmers market with incredible diversity of vendors → Fill your basket​

Supreme Clientele BBQ Give Back | 12-5pm | Supreme Clientel Barbershop • Community BBQ with live music and local business partners, family fun guaranteed → Join the party​

Cheo ex Los Amigos Invisibles | 9-11pm | D’antigua Restaurant Bar • Latin Grammy winner brings the party with live music and shots at the door • $25.70 → Baila toda la noche​

Nearby Events Around the Boroughs

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Learn How To Be A Camera Operator | Wed Aug 27, 07:00 PM–10:00 PM | 57-02 Hoffman Dr • Free hands-on production class. Learn music, audio, video, and content creation from industry experts. RSVP encouraged. → Lights, camera, action​

A Celebration of Queens Culture | Thu Aug 28, 05:30 PM–07:30 PM | Citi Field • Join the Mets as they honor Queens with pre-game activities and local flavor before the Marlins game. Receive a special hat with your ticket purchase! → Celebrate Queens​

💡 Quick Tip

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Until next week, may your momo be steaming hot, your Roosevelt Avenue walk be full of discoveries, and your community connections grow stronger every day.

Jonathan (JBS)