Hi neighbor!

You’ll see some photos below from a busy week around the hood. We were out representing Jackson Heights at Queens Tech Night with Epicenter NYC and Astoria Live, connecting with small business owners through the Queens Success Collective, and chatting about local media at the World’s Borough Bookshop. Oh – and this very newsletter was just named a finalist for the Awesome Awards! None of this happens without you cheering us on.

Now, onto something else that’s super fun. Our first neighborhood dinner is on Nov 18, and you’re invited! You just pay a small booking fee, answer a few questions so we can match you with other cool folks nearby, and then show up hungry. You’ll still cover your own meal, but it’s a relaxed, friendly way to meet neighbors and support a local spot. Join in here.

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

This Week in Jackson Heights

Oct 28 – Nov 3, 2025

🎃 Featured Event

34th Annual Jackson Heights Halloween Parade | Fri, 5–8 PM | 37th Ave (89th–76th St) • The biggest kids’ parade in NYC! March, dance, and show off your costume while volunteers hand out over 3,000 treat bags. All ages welcome. → **Join the fun!**

Tue, Oct 28

Machiran Duo – RnB | 8 PM | Terraza 7 • Bold Cuban soul and modern RnB grooves. Order the mojito. • $20 → **Get your groove on!**

Wed, Oct 29

Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz’s Halloween Karaoke Party | 6–8 PM | Viva La Heights Bar • Alice in Wonderland theme. Costumes welcome (but not required). • $39–75 → **RSVP online!**

Colectivo Conga Patria – Sones Jarochos | 10 PM | Terraza 7 • Veracruz meets New York in a high-energy son jarocho jam. • $25 mezzanine → **Feel the rhythm!**

Thu, Oct 30

Open Mic Night | 8 PM | Nancy Blake’s Tavern + Tap • Bring your voice, guitar, or courage. $6 drafts help. → **Sign up to perform!**

Music Show: Sam & Tom | 8:30 PM | Espresso 77 • Acoustic tunes, cozy vibes, good coffee. → **Grab a latte and listen.**

Fri, Oct 31

6th Annual K L Sanchez Law Office Trick-or-Treat Event | 2–6 PM | 37-06 82nd St • Candy, costumes, and a secret raffle. Family-friendly. → **Stop by for sweets!**

🎃 34th Annual Jackson Heights Halloween Parade | 5–8 PM | 37th Ave • March, skip, and dance your way down 37th Ave with thousands of neighbors. → **Join the fun!**

Halloween Book Event: Mika Song’s Night Chef | 6:30–7:30 PM | World’s Borough Bookshop • Kids’ activities, candy, and signed copies from the author. RSVP for your personalized drawing. → **Pre-order your book!**

Sun, Nov 2

Jackson Heights Greenmarket | 8 AM–3 PM | 34th Ave & 79th St • Fresh produce, local honey, and cooking demos. Bring reusable bags. → **Shop local!**

Mon, Nov 3

Terraza Big Band / Jazz | 7–9:30 PM | Terraza 7 • Grammy-nominated 18-piece jazz ensemble. Loud in the best way. • $20 → **Catch the concert!**

More to do in Queens

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Monthly Artist Meetup | Wed Oct 29, 6–8 PM | Flushing Town Hall • Meet local artists, swap ideas, enjoy snacks. Free parking fills fast. → **RSVP to connect!**

Queens Crews Shakeout | Sat Nov 1, 8–11 AM | Jungly, Long Island City • 3-mile run, music, recovery, and carb-loading fun. Early arrival suggested. → **Join the shakeout!**

Counterintuitive | Sun Nov 2, 2–3 PM | Moore Jackson Community Garden, Woodside • Five short plays about climate change. Bring curiosity. Free • All ages → **RSVP today!**

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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That’s all for now, neighbor. See you around – whether you’re marching in the parade, sipping a cafecito at Espresso 77, or just waving from the sidelines in costume. 🎃

Jonathan (JBS)