On Monday, November 21, 2011, there will be food, music, entertainment, and giveaways to kickoff the holiday season. Fun events such as Santa's Workshop at Macy's, the Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Macy's, and the Holiday Party at the Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel!

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There will be no 7 line subway service between the Times Square - 42nd Street and Queensboro Plaza stations on the following weekends:

October 29-31 - 12:01 a.m. on Saturday to 5 a.m. on Monday
November 5-6 - 12:01 a.m. on Saturday to 5 a.m. on Sunday
November 12-14- 12:01 a.m. on Saturday to 5 a.m. on Monday
November 19-21, 2011 - 12:01 a.m. on Saturday to 5 a.m. on Monday

Fare-free shuttle buses will operate between the Vernon-Jackson and Queensboro Plaza Stations while the diversions are in effect. More N and Q line service between Queens and Manhattan will be provided on these weekends. We are also reminding our customers to ride the E line to reach Court Square and Queens Plaza.
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Flushing has become the destination of choice for immigrant entrepreneurs from all over the world. As a result, Flushing has experienced continued robust economic growth, even in the midst of national recession. Please join Comptroller DiNapoli for a look at this neighborhood bustling with life, culture, and creative energy.

Irene is going to hit New York City with very high winds and heavy rains Saturday night and all through Sunday. It’s going to be a very dangerous storm, especially in low-lying areas of the city in which residents are required to evacuate. MTA is currently holding a shut down. There will be 91 emergency shelters throughout the city. Remember to stay indoors, away from glass windows, and if possible stay below the 10th floor. Flooding may occur.

Flushing BID is offering a 25% savings pass to Macy's. It's good for regular, sale and clearance items, including home - even save on most brands usually excluded! Save 10% on electrics / electronics, furniture, mattresses, and rugs / floor coverings! Online code available. Stop by the BID in the Sheraton Hotel 135-20 39th Ave 6th Floor to pick up your savings pass for $5.

There will be no 7 line subway service between the Times Square-42nd Street and Queensboro Plaza stations from 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2011 to 5 a.m. on Monday, August 1, 2011. A special fare-free shuttle bus service will operate between the Vernon-Jackson and Queensboro Plaza Stations while the service diversion is in effect. A list containing the shuttle bus stop locations to be utilized during the weekend service diversions is included in the full story.

Flushing BID is co-hosting the First Annual Queens Real Estate Conference with Monroe College. The topic of discussion is the Future of Downtown Flushing in 5 to 10 years. The meeting is scheduled on July 15 at the Sheraton. Everyone is welcomed to come by. Lunch will be served.

Flushing BID is celebrating Pedestrian Safety Week July 28 - July 1 with Council Member Peter Koo, and Assembly Member Grace Meng. Volunteers have been distributing flags with the message to "Support Red, White and Blue by Following Red, Yellow and Green" to celebrate the fourth of July and to encouraging pedestrians to observe traffic rules.