Upcoming Events
Friday, February 25, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
NHSQ Office – 94-33 Corona Ave., Elmhurst, NY 11373
Avanza Queens Graduation Ceremony
Celebrating Digital Literacy Success
Join us to celebrate participants who completed the Digital Literacy Program and recognize their achievements with family, friends, and community.
Event highlights:
Graduate recognition
Certificates
Community celebration
Light refreshments
Community Partner
Amazin’ Mets Foundation
Starting Tuesday, February 17, 2026
NHSQ Office – 94-33 Corona Ave., Elmhurst, NY 11373
Digital Literacy Training Program
Build Confidence Using Computers & Technology
A 5–6 week course helping participants develop essential digital skills for everyday life, employment, and independence.
Program options:
Advanced (Virtual): Tuesdays & Thursdays – Starting February 17th
Basic (In-person Saturdays): Starting February 21st
You will learn about:
Computer basics
Internet navigation
Email and online forms
Digital safety
Accessing services online
Building confidence with technology
Community Partner
Amazin’ Mets Foundation
Thursday, February 25, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Online via Zoom (English)
First-Time Homebuyer Orientation
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Buying Your First Home
A free virtual workshop designed to help first-time buyers prepare financially and navigate the homebuying process with confidence.
You will learn about:
Homebuying steps
Credit & loan options
Down payment assistance
Grants & affordability programs
Working with lenders and counselors
Speakers
Heather Barbosa, Community Mortgage Consultant – HSBC Bank USA
Maria Guillen, Mortgage Consultant – Citibank
Sarah Nichols, Housing Counselor – NHSQ Housing Counselor
Sponsors & Partners
HSBC Bank USA
Citibank
Thursday, March 26, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Online via Zoom (English & Spanish)
Community Talent Coalition Meeting
Connecting Residents to Jobs at LaGuardia Airport
A quarterly workforce meeting focused on employment opportunities and hiring resources for local residents.
You will learn about:
Current & upcoming airport jobs
Workforce training resources
Hiring timelines
Community partnerships
Hosted by
Assemblyman Aubry LaGuardia Career Center Team
Starting on April TBD
Wednesdays from
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
NHSQ Office – 94-33 Corona Ave., Elmhurst, NY 11373
ENGLISH AND SPANISH
Icing on the Cake – Community Baking Course
Learn Baking & Cake Decorating Skills
A fun, hands-on 9-week course teaching essential baking techniques and creative cake decorating. No experience required.
You will learn about:
Baking fundamentals
Cake decorating
Cookies & cupcakes
Kitchen safety
Creative presentation
Community Partner
Amazin’ Mets Foundation