r/jacksonheights

What are some easy things that could be done to make Jackson Heights better? What are some things you think "Why isn't DOT/Shekar/Police/etc doing this??"

I've been apartment hunting around Jackson Heights and trying not to miss anything important. I usually read reviews, walk the neighborhood at different times, and I've even been checking Streetsmart alongside listings to get a better picture of the building's history. For people who've rented here, are there any Jackson Heights specific red flags or things you always check before signing? Could be the building itself, the landlord, parking, noise, pests or anything else you only learn after moving in.

Would love to hear what you wish someone had told you before you signed your lease.

Why does Diversity Plaza have no seating, no greenery, and is pretty filthy? It's a major meeting spot - this should have been beautified ages ago - and lets put some seating there so people don't have to bring their own crates!

Why are there people sleeping on the sidewalk? There are a few people I see regularly who look like they could really use some help! I feel like we all just walk by and don't DO anything. Last night when I was walking home I saw numerous people sleeping on the sidewalk. How hard is it to help a handful of people? A place to go where people can shower and stay for a few nights (or more).

I feel like these are easy fixes....?

I feel like our local politicians are failing.

We moved here in March so aren’t familiar yet with the 4th of July scene in the neighborhood—do people typically set off fireworks? Just figuring out how to plan for our jittery dog. Thanks!

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Does anyone happen to know any places that's gonna bring a big crowd of people for today's game? Tickets ran out for the Brooklyn Bridge Park so I'm gonna be watching the game by Roosevelt.

Opinions on rock fitness? How crowded does it get (would primarily be going before 5pm). Do they have a good amount of stair climbers? And just curious about overall etiquette of other members?

Hey all,

Wondering if there are any places having outdoor watch parties for Mexico/Ecuador today? I can go see the game in BK but thought staying close to Queens (I live in Elmhurst) might be more fun for today's game

My niece and her bf are visiting and wanted to arrange a photo shoot at either Astoria Park or LIC Gantry around the 2nd week of August.

Anyone here a photographer with services available?

Hey neighbors!

A few of us are organizing a new 18+ soccer club, and we’re trying to get some local players from the neighborhood involved.

We are building this to be a city-wide community, hosting matches at fields across Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn to make it easy for everyone to catch a game regardless of where you are commuting from or hanging out that week.

The Details:

• All Skill Levels Welcome: Whether you haven’t played since you were a kid, want to get a great cardio workout in, or are looking for a solid match, we have a spot for you. No pressure, just good vibes.
• The Goal: To stay active, improve our game, and meet people from every corner of NYC.
• Age: 18+ only.

To keep things community-first and respect the local subreddit rules, I'm not dropping external links or ads here.

If you’re down to play or want info on our upcoming games, drop a comment below or shoot me a DM! I'd love to get you connected to the group.

Dm me girls. Please

I've noticed several concrete (I think) blocks with NYPD printed on them, placed on the sidewalks of 76th, 78th and 79th Streets recently. I thought they were temporary for the soccer watch party last week, but they're still present.

Has the NYPD said what these are for, to anyone's knowledge? Are they permanent?

The city allowing Food Bazaar to build a parking garage entrance on 34 ave has effectively removed a block from paseo park. There’s a constant stream of car traffic now, meaning the barrier is never in place and cars treat it as a normal street. Other drivers park illegally along the divider. Great work everyone! Can’t wait to see the community lose this treasure block-by-block.