Recap: JJMS Fashion Event
On Friday, June 15th the Jamaica BID held the 7th Annual Jamaica Just My Style Fashion Event, at Jamaica Performing Arts Center. The event bringing together influence’s for an evening of fashion, wine tasting and entertainment. This year’s host was, Roxanne Roxanne, with DJ Sylk, and featured designer, Michele McPhee of Queens New York. Fashions
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Jamaica NOW Leadership Council Survey
As a part of the project, we are inviting you to be a part of a survey about living, working, and going to school in Jamaica Queens. Survey insights, along with stakeholder meetings, statistical reports, and workshops are key to developing a compelling brand and positioning strategy for Jamaica Queens. Attached you will find the
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Brooklyn Business Owners Fighting Back Against Harsh Signage Fines
Business owners in Brooklyn are stepping up and asking City Hall for a new legislation on violations and regulations regarding awnings and other business signs. Since 2015, over 100 business owners near the Fulton Street Corridor have faced fees of between $5,000 and $20,000 for sign and awning violations. While business owners say they can’t
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The Steps It Takes to Become an Accountant in New York State
According to the New York State Department of Labor, accounting and auditing professions were listed as being one of the most in-demand professions across the state. If you’re interested in being an accountant, there is definitely a market for you. You do have to complete a rather rigorous path to get there, though. Here are
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Jamaica Just My Style Fashion Event
Friday, June 15th from 6pm to 9pm, Downtown Jamaica will be the ultimate style destination with the BID’s 7th Annual #JJMS… “Jamaica Just My Style” Fashion Event”, showcasing special styles from popular businesses on Jamaica Avenue, our featured designer, Michi Knitwear, by Michele Walden Mcphee from Queens, and introducing Destiny Johnson, Queens up and coming R&B
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Save-the-Date: Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
Save-the-Date: Wednesday, July 11th 10am to 12noon – Foreclosure Prevention Workshop, at the Harvest Room, located at 90-04 160th Street, Jamaica, NY 11432the The Jamaica NOW Leadership Council and Neighborhood Housing Services of Jamaica invite the community to come on out and learn about: NHSJ Services, What is Foreclosure; What are Retention Options; What are Liquidation
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Artsite: Public Art Commissioning In Jamaica & Jackson Heights
The Jamaica BID is bringing Public Art to Downtown Jamaica, through the Artsite Commissioning Program. The Jamaica BID ArtSite is looking to activate spaces throughout both Jamaica and Jackson Heights, Queens through a series of temporary public art installations. ArtSite will award 8 artists with a commission of $4,500 each to create temporary public art in
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Save-the-Date: All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair
Save-the-Date: Saturday, July 21st 9am-6pm, All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair, on the church grounds, at 89-28 Parsons Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11432. The Jamaica BID is excited to Co-Sponsor, All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair Block Party, Saturday, July 21st 9am to 6pm, bringing health and wellness to the community of Downtown Jamaica. The purpose
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Recap: Raymour & Flanigan #JJMS Model/Designer Meet & Greet
On June 9th the BID in Partnership with Raymour & Flanigan, hosted the #JJMS Model Designer Meet & Greet, an evening was filled with music, lite bites, and models, designers networking with Jamaica Avenue. Raymour & Flanigan 168-23 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, NY 11432
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Sidewalk Sale Days: June 15th thru June 17th
Start planning what you will wear to the #JJMSFashionEvent, during the BID’s Sidewalk Sale Days. This Friday, June 15th starts the SSD, and the BID’s 7th Annual #JJMSFashionEvent, the event bringing over 300 influencers to experience the authentic and unique district of Downtown Jamaica. Get Your Tickets NOW HERE! Download JJMS Fashion Event 2018 Full
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