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SUMMARY:2026 Queens Tech & Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:Ready to level up?  AI + gaming\, live battles\, hands-on demos\, mentoring\, workshops & 50+ vendors—FREE Queens Tech & Career Expo at NYSCI!\n\n\n\n \nQueens Tech & Career Expo: Where Opportunity Meets Innovation\n\nHosted by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards\, Jr. with our presenting partner New York State Power Authority\, the 4th Annual Queens Tech & Career Expo brings together technology\, career pathways\, and innovation in one dynamic\, community-centered event. \nWhether you’re exploring tech for the first time or already building your career\, you’ll find real opportunities to connect\, learn\, and take your next step. \n \nWe are deeply grateful to our following sponsors\, whose generous support makes this important annual event possible year after year. \n\n\n\nThe New York Power Authority (NYPA) is the largest state public power organization in the nation\, operating 17 generating facilities and more than 1\,550 circuit-miles of transmission lines. More than 80 percent of the electricity NYPA produces is clean renewable hydropower. Committed to innovation\, NYPA leverages advanced energy systems\, cutting-edge technology\, and artificial intelligence to optimize power generation\, enhance grid reliability\, and improve energy efficiency. Through these advancements\, NYPA is modernizing the energy landscape to meet the evolving needs of New Yorkers while promoting sustainability. \n\n\n\n\n \nWhat to Expect\n\n🎮 Gaming Battle with cash prizes\n🏆 Quests & challenges throughout the Expo with prizes for participation\n🎁 One lucky winner will receive a gaming console personally donated by HipHopGamer\n🤖 AI & Tech Learning Labs (beginner-friendly\, no experience required)\n💬 Mentoring & Career Lounge with industry professionals under the guidance of WERULE\n🛠️ AI Agent Challenge — build a simple AI idea for a real government use case\n🎓 50+ college\, career\, and workforce organizations\n🎤 Opening remarks by Borough President Richards & HipHopGamer\n\nWhy Attend\n\nDiscover tech and career pathways you may not have known existed\nLearn through play\, competition\, and hands-on experiences\nGet real advice from mentors and professionals\nNetwork and meet people in industries you want to participate in\nYou get free entry into NY Hall of Science for that day\nCompete\, win prizes\, and have fun — all for free\n\nGood to Know\n\nFree to attend\nFast QR-code check-in\nFree breakfast while supplies last (breakfast begins at 9:30am)\n\nThis is more than an expo — it’s an interactive experience designed to inspire\, connect\, and open doors for the next generation of Queens innovators. \n\n\n\n\n \nEXPECTED VENDORS AND DEMOS:\n\nNew York Hall of Science\nATT\nAECOM\nNYS Power Authority\nQueens Economuc Development Corporation\nMeta\nGoogle\nWe Rule\nUrban Upbound\nPer Scholas\nGreater Nexus\nQueens Public Television\nLong Island City Partnership\nPursuit\nHood Code\, Inc.\nNYADI – The College of Transportation Technology\nNYC Department of Correction\nTech Incubator at Queens College\nPort Authority of NY & NJ\nQueens Centers for Progress\nOATS from AARP\nPrimerica\nAI Visionary Insights and Bridging the Gap in Esports\nNYC Aging\nSkyHive by Cornerstone\nDrone Cadets\nCreate Labs Ventures\nDigital Girl\, Inc.\nAll Star Code\nCornell Tech Robotics\nDr. Ellis Ai\nRockaway Development and Revitalization Corporation\nNYC Administration for Childrens Services\nDepartment of Civil Service\nNYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision\nExpress Employment Professional\nQueens Chamber of Commerce\nAmerica Works\nCouncil for Airport Opportunities\nBartlett Dairy\nCommon Point Queens\nNYS Dept of Labor\nNYS Workforce 1 Career Center\nNYS Workforce 1 Industrial & Transportation Center\nMTA/NYC Transit\nJFK Redevelopment\nMicrosoft/Xbox\nGotham Tech HS Robotics\nJoby Aviation\nQueens Public Library\nBridging the Gap\n\nConfirmed speakers: \n\nQueens Borough President Donovan Richards\, Jr.\nHiphop Gamer\, Reknowned Gaming Expert and Speaker\, Hot 97FM Personality\nGameclass Ai CEO Skyler Scarlett\nSpecial Game Unveiling\nAssembly Member Clyde Vanel\n\n \n \nCalling all tech companies and partners:\nIf you’d like to table\, share your resources\, and help inspire the next generation of innovators in Queens\, please contact Jonathan Imperial at jimperial@queensbp.nyc.gov. Limited spaces are available.
URL:https://jacksonheightsinsider.com/event/2026-queens-tech-career-expo/
LOCATION:New York Hall of Science
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SUMMARY:Kana & Sakai Duo
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our ukulele master Sakai’s music world with special guests every Saturday evening\, always at UkeHut. \nThe shows are in a casual\, intimate setting and are kid-friendly. We will mingle after the performance. \nDoor open 7PM\, show start 7:30PM \n$20 with free drinks
URL:https://jacksonheightsinsider.com/event/kana-sakai-duo/
LOCATION:Uke Hut\, 36-01 36th Ave\, Long Island City\, NY 11106\, USA
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