Historic Neir’s Tavern, NYC’s oldest continuously operating tavern, is teaming up with the award-winning LIJ Forest Hills Hospital to host a free flu shot pop-up event on Wednesday, November 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event not only prioritizes public health but also supports local food relief efforts during the holiday season.
The first 30 participants to register at bit.ly/flushottogiveback will receive $5 off their tab, and Neir’s Tavern will donate $2 per participant to Queens Together, a local organization dedicated to food relief efforts.
Flu season can be severe, with the CDC reporting 2023–24 influenza season in the U.S. resulted in an estimated 15 million medical visits, 380,000 hospitalizations, and 17,000 deaths. This initiative emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated ahead of the holiday gatherings.
“As the holidays are fast approaching and more people gather, this partnership with LIJ Forest Hills Hospital is critical in offering opportunities to the community to guard against the inevitable uptick in infections during the holiday season,” said Loycent Gordon, owner and CEO of Neir’s Tavern.
"At Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, we're thrilled to team up with historic Neir’s Tavern to bring flu shots right to the heart of our community. It’s all about making healthcare accessible in places that feel like home, and there’s no better spot than Neir’s to bring people together for a healthier season," said Stancy Saji, Program Manager at LIJ Forest Hills Hospital.
Expanding the Partnership Beyond Flu Season
In January, Neir’s Tavern plans to launch a food and non-alcoholic cocktail and beer program for residents participating in Dry January and seeking healthier dining options in the new year. This program reflects the tavern’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful partnerships that benefit the community.
About Neir’s Tavern
Founded in 1829, Neir’s Tavern is NYC’s oldest continuously operating tavern, known for its nostalgic dining ambiance and role in iconic films, American history, and community-driven programs. It offers award-winning burgers, classic cocktails in a welcoming atmosphere as it marches toward its 200th anniversary in 2029. For more information, visit https://neirstavern.com.
About LIJ Forest Hills Hospital
Located at 102-01 66th Road in Forest Hills, New York, LIJ Forest Hills Hospital is part of Long Island Jewish Medical Center and is nationally recognized in nine specialties by U.S. News & World Report’s 2024–25 Best Hospital rankings. It is the only hospital in Queens and NYC to achieve Pathway designation, under the leadership of Executive Director Lorraine Chambers Lewis. To learn more, visit https://foresthills.northwell.edu.
About Queens Together
Queens Together is a restaurant-driven food relief organization that has partnered with Neir’s Tavern during its 195th anniversary year (2024–25) to ensure that local communities receive essential food relief during critical times. To learn more, visit https://queenstogether.org.
The first 30 participants to register at bit.ly/flushottogiveback will receive $5 off their tab, and Neir’s Tavern will donate $2 per participant to Queens Together, a local organization dedicated to food relief efforts.
Flu season can be severe, with the CDC reporting 2023–24 influenza season in the U.S. resulted in an estimated 15 million medical visits, 380,000 hospitalizations, and 17,000 deaths. This initiative emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated ahead of the holiday gatherings.
“As the holidays are fast approaching and more people gather, this partnership with LIJ Forest Hills Hospital is critical in offering opportunities to the community to guard against the inevitable uptick in infections during the holiday season,” said Loycent Gordon, owner and CEO of Neir’s Tavern.
"At Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, we're thrilled to team up with historic Neir’s Tavern to bring flu shots right to the heart of our community. It’s all about making healthcare accessible in places that feel like home, and there’s no better spot than Neir’s to bring people together for a healthier season," said Stancy Saji, Program Manager at LIJ Forest Hills Hospital.
Expanding the Partnership Beyond Flu Season
In January, Neir’s Tavern plans to launch a food and non-alcoholic cocktail and beer program for residents participating in Dry January and seeking healthier dining options in the new year. This program reflects the tavern’s ongoing commitment to creating meaningful partnerships that benefit the community.
About Neir’s Tavern
Founded in 1829, Neir’s Tavern is NYC’s oldest continuously operating tavern, known for its nostalgic dining ambiance and role in iconic films, American history, and community-driven programs. It offers award-winning burgers, classic cocktails in a welcoming atmosphere as it marches toward its 200th anniversary in 2029. For more information, visit https://neirstavern.com.
About LIJ Forest Hills Hospital
Located at 102-01 66th Road in Forest Hills, New York, LIJ Forest Hills Hospital is part of Long Island Jewish Medical Center and is nationally recognized in nine specialties by U.S. News & World Report’s 2024–25 Best Hospital rankings. It is the only hospital in Queens and NYC to achieve Pathway designation, under the leadership of Executive Director Lorraine Chambers Lewis. To learn more, visit https://foresthills.northwell.edu.
About Queens Together
Queens Together is a restaurant-driven food relief organization that has partnered with Neir’s Tavern during its 195th anniversary year (2024–25) to ensure that local communities receive essential food relief during critical times. To learn more, visit https://queenstogether.org.
