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Radium Girls Immersive
Friday, September 25 at 6:30pm & 7:30pm
Following the sold-out run of our "playtest" in the summer of 2025 during Playground: Immersive Works in Progress at Culture Lab LIC, we are remounting a condensed, twenty-minute version for an industry presentation of RADIUM GIRLS IMMERSIVE this fall on Friday, September 25.
Each evening will feature two presentations and culminate in a mixer.
The mixers will invite audience feedback and performer mingling while providing the creative and producing team an opportunity to engage with potential producing partners and investors.
We are excited to be partnering with Culture Lab LIC in Long Island City as a co-producer and space-granting partner for the RADIUM GIRLS IMMERSIVE industry presentation. Their continued support has been integral to its development.
A limited number of public tickets are available for purchase.
Ticket tier sold out? Follow @radiumgirlsimmersive on IG for upcoming ticket releases! For industry access, investment interests, or additional inquiries, please contact radium@lenawolfe.com
Note for participants: By purchasing a ticket, the audience member understands that immersive theatre involves active participation and interaction with the environment and other participants. The audience member is aware that there are inherent risks associated with this type of experience, including the possibility of physical injury due to moving through the space, exposure to loud noises, and unexpected situations including verbal and tactile interactions with performers. The audience member voluntarily assumes all risks associated with participation in this event and hereby releases the producers, venue, and related parties from any and all liability for any injury, damage, or loss sustained during the event.
SpeakEasier Language Exchange
SpeakEasier was created in 2024 by Daniela Cantillo to celebrate and foster multilingualism in New York City. In early 2025, SpeakEasier partnered with Culture Lab LIC to bring to life the monthly SpeakEasier Language Exchange, where intermediate-to-advanced target speakers of Arabic, French, Farsi, and Spanish come together to practice their speaking skills through engaging conversation.
Follow SpeakEasier on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, and for language practice tips and insights right to your inbox, sign up for the newsletter here!
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Kamayan
A Filipino Feast + Live Music
Saturday, October 3, 7-9pm
Join Little Chef Little Cafe at Culture Lab LIC for a special evening of Filipino food, music, and community centered around the tradition of kamayan.
Kamayan, meaning “by hand” in Tagalog, is a communal style of dining where a generous feast is laid across banana leaves and enjoyed without utensils. It is meant to be shared—bringing people together around the table to eat, connect, and celebrate.
For this gathering, the feast will be curated by Chef Diana Manalang, the Little Chef Little Cafe team, and a lineup of talented contributing chefs, each bringing their own voice and perspective to the table. Participating chefs and menu details will be announced as they are confirmed.
Guests will be welcomed with an introduction to kamayan and the dishes being served before gathering around the table to enjoy the feast together. The evening will also feature a live cultural music and dance experience curated by Queensboro Dance Festival and Karesia Batan, bringing another layer of storytelling, tradition, and celebration to the night. Together, the food and music create an interactive cultural experience rooted in sharing, hospitality, and connection.
Your Ticket Includes:
- A communal Filipino kamayan feast
- Dishes curated by Chef Diana Manalang, the Little Chef Little Cafe team, and contributing guest chefs
- An introduction to kamayan and the dishes being served
- Two drink tickets (additional drinks will be available for purchase)
- A live cultural music and dance experience curated by Queensboro Dance Festival and Karesia Batan
- Presented by Little Chef Little Cafe at Culture Lab LIC.
- Participating chefs, menu details, and dietary/allergen information will be announced as they are confirmed.
Buy Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/kamayan
Pawp-Up in The Lot
"Pawp-Ups" are back at Culture Lab LIC!
Previously known as our "Pup-Ups", we are making sure to include our feline friends!
Join us 1-4pm on the first Sunday of every month from May-Oct as local rescues pawp-up with dogs and cats in need of fosters and forever homes!
Already have a furry bestie? Bring them along and meet other pet owners in the community, browse pet apparel, services, food & treats among local vendors! And since our gallery is dog friendly, you can browse the exhibits - make sure to stop at our front desk for complimentary treats!
Vendor slots are filling up but we're still looking for folks who think the animal community will benefit/appreciate your goods and services!
-Food & Treats
-Services (walker, daycare, groomers)
-Pet Apparel/Gear
-Pet portraits
We're especially grateful to @bondvet for their sponsorship this year, ensuring animals get adopted and local businesses thrive!
Upcoming Dates:
October 4
The Trinity Games
Saturday, October 17
Doors open at 9am
The Trinity Games is a partner hybrid fitness race open to the entire New York City community. Two person teams race through a series of functional fitness stations combined with running, splitting the work however they choose. The event is designed to be genuinely challenging for competitive athletes and completely achievable for people who have never raced before. Last year every single team that started crossed the finish line.
This year the event expands to 150 teams across three divisions: Men's Doubles, Women's Doubles, and Mixed Doubles, with age division prizes across all categories. Race day also includes live music, an athlete village, a vendor expo, food and drinks, and a post race party at Culture Lab LIC.
The Trinity Games gives back to the neighborhood it calls home. All proceeds from registrations go directly to Hunters Point Parks Conservancy and Culture Lab LIC. Last year the event raised $12,000 for both organizations. This year that number will be higher.
Hunters Point Parks Conservancy maintains and enhances the waterfront parks and green spaces of Long Island City, running over 200 free community programs annually at Gantry Plaza State Park and Hunter's Point South Park.
The Trinity NYC is a coach-led strength and fitness gym in Long Island City dedicated to meeting people where they are and moving them forward safely, confidently, and intentionally.
Registration is open now at https://events.elitefeats.com/26trinitygames
Tickets are $229 per team.
For media inquiries contact info@thetrinitynyc.com.
Attire: Formal Floral Elegance
All proceeds from The Garden of Creativity directly fund Culture Lab LIC’s upcoming season of free public art exhibitions, community programming, and vital artist residency grants.
Help us cultivate the next season of local culture.
Join us as we toast to six years of breaking ground, and help us sow the seeds for an even brighter, more creative tomorrow!
Culture Lab LIC's
5th Annual Gala
The Garden of Creativity
An Evening For Growth
Wednesday, September 16, 7 -10pm
Culture Lab LIC invites you to our 2026 Gala, The Garden of Creativity: An Evening For Growth.
This year, our space will transform into a blossoming sanctuary that mirrors our own journey over the past six years. During this time, Culture Lab has evolved from a seedling of an idea into the vibrant, perennial space that local creatives have come to love. The Garden of Creativity celebrates that beautiful evolution by honoring the roots that got us here and cultivating our path forward.
Start your evening wandering through our transformed space as you find yourself amongst our exhibition Hidden Stories: The Secret Language of Still Life & Floriography. Indulge in drinks and locally sourced bites while you network and mingle with those keeping our garden GREEN!
As usual, the evening will present performances by our 2026 New Work’s Lab Residents and moments to honor those who have truly made a difference in arts, culture and NYC.