Rain Gardens in the IBZ

Join Newtown Creek Alliance and Trees New York for an East Williamsburg rain garden maintenance walk in the North Brooklyn Industrial Business Zone (IBZ)!

Meetup Location:

We will meet at the Ten Eyck Playground.

This event will include:

A short <1 mile walk to care for the rain gardens in East Williamsburg. Trees New York Environmental Educator, Sarah Balistreri, will discuss tree species in the NYC rain gardens and their health. Sarah will also conduct a small pruning demonstration to show the benefits of proper care for street trees by licensed Citizen Pruners. NCA’s horticulturist, Brenda Suchilt, and Greenspace Steward, Gus Perry, will discuss rain gardens’ role in stormwater management and biodiversity.

Activities will include removing trash and invasive weeds, as well as planting native perennials from the Newtown Native Nursery.

Plan ahead for the event:

Please wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes, a refillable water bottle, and weather-appropriate clothing (including sun protection). We will provide cold water, light snacks, gloves, vests, and tools. Note: there are restrooms on site of the Ten Eyck Playground. If you are unable to attend, we kindly request you release your spot at least one day in advance. Before the event, registrants are required to complete a liability waiver and photo consent form.

This event is run in partnership with Trees New York, Evergreen Exchange, and the offices of Senator Julia Salazar and Council member Jennifer Gutierrez.

A special thank you to The Hudson River Foundation and the New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program for funding these events.