Woodworking Workshop (BWAC)
2025-09-25 15:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | BWAC, 481 Van Brunt Street, Door #7A, Brooklyn, NY, 11231
Working with Repurposed Wood
This workshop, taught by Ryan Frank, will be a hands-on introduction to woodworking taught using repurposed wood found on the streets and waterfront of Brooklyn. Attendees will learn practical woodworking skills using hand tools, working with wood pieces found in nature (i.e. driftwood) and repurposed after human use (i.e. discarded furniture). Each participant will be able to choose pieces of wood that speak to them and that will be used as a raw material to work with during the class.
Workshop participants will be taught about wood removal (cutting and chiseling), wood marking (carving and engraving) and wood stabilization (sanding, glueing and finishing techniques) and will be tasked with creating a small wood object using these processes. They will also learn about the material makeup of wood and how its lifecycle from nature to man made objects relates to environmental science and climate change. During the course of the workshop participants will create a unique wood sculpture that they’ll be able to take with them at the end of the class.
Ryan Frank is a visual artist and woodworker based in Brooklyn, NY. He’s had solo exhibitions at the Invisible Dog Art Center, the Mattatuck Museum, the Children’s Museum of the Arts, the Lilac Preservation Project, Tremaine Gallery and Icehouse Project Space. Ryan has attended residencies at La Napoule Art Foundation, Jentel Foundation, Brush Creek Foundation for the Arts, Brooklyn Studios for Dance, SIM Iceland and the Wassaic Project. In addition to his art and woodworking practice Ryan is an ardent runner and practitioner of Tai Chi.
There is limited capacity. Registration is required.
This is an off-site program, located at BWAC in Red Hook.

Scouts BSA Troop 26 Weekly Meeting
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:00 | McCarren Park BBQ Area, Driggs Ave and Manhattan Ave, Driggs Avenue and Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, United States
Do your tweens and teenagers want to camp, fish, hike, ride horses, shoot arrows, ski and more? What about learning to cook, swim and applying first aid? How about giving back to our community, becoming a solid citizen and leader, and making great friends? Check out the fun with Troop 26 (boys)!
They meet outside every Thursday at 5:30 PM in McCarren Park, Brooklyn (BBQ area along Driggs Ave bw Manhattan Ave and Lorimer St.). If the weather is poor, they’ll meet indoors at neighborhood locations such as St. John’s Lutheran Church (155 Milton Street) and Middle School 126 (424 Leonard Street).
For more info: https://forms.gle/QGfySGTgRvDe2URr7 | https://www.instagram.com/troop26bk_nyc/
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Weekend Overnight Trips ~ Biking, Cooking, Maritime, Shooting Sports, Skiing, USS NJ overnight, Whitewater rafting, and more!
Service Projects ~ Greencycle Swaps, Greenpoint Children’s Halloween Parade and Party, Cookies with Santa, Spring Egg Hunt, and more!
Other fun stuff ~ Baseball games, Bowling, Football games, Horseback riding, Ice skating, Indoor climbing, Klondike competitions, Movie nights, Palisades trail hikes, NYC urban hikes, and more!
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For younger kiddos K-5, check out Cub Scouts Pack 7: https://www.instagram.com/pack7bk/

Climate Week NYC 2025
2025-09-26, 2025-09-27, 2025-09-28 | Many venues
Climate Week NYC, the biggest annual climate event of its kind, is back on September 21 – 28.
The event takes place every year in partnership with the United Nations General Assembly and is run in coordination with the United Nations and the City of New York. It brings together inspiring heads of government, climate leaders, action takers, and innovators from the world of business, government, politics, tech, academia, and civil society. They’ll drive the transition forward and turn those who aren’t yet going fast enough into action takers.
It also creates a platform for some 600 events across New York City, led by people and organizations that want push the needle on climate action.
That makes Climate Week NYC an event that drives climate action by those at the very top of business and politics, but also by communities, artists and activists, bound together by this year’s battle cry of Climate Week NYC: It’s Time.
Learn more about the week and watch sessions on demand to get a feel for what’s in store.

Sensory Garden Hour (Greenpoint Library)
2025-09-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-10-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Greenpoint Library, 107 Norman Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, United States
Join us at the Greenpoint Library for kids’ time in our rooftop garden! We will do a very short garden-themed storytime, and then spend time together in the garden. The garden offers many sensory experiences for young kiddos, and we will set up some fun activities as well.
For ages 0-5. No registration required. This program may be cancelled in the event of rain or extremely high temperatures. Please be advised that the garden gets lots of very bright sun; we recommend bringing hats and/or other forms of sun protection.
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Every Friday, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM to October 24, 2025

Autumn Evenings at Newtown Native Nursery
2025-09-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-03 16:00 - 19:00 | Kingsland Wildflowers, 520 Kingsland Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, United States
We’re excited to bring back our Autumn Evenings and give the community Newtown Native Nursery hours to amplify your greenspace in the Fall!

About this event

Come join NCA every Friday from September 5 to October 17 to see the green roofs at Kingsland Wildflowers and explore (and purchase) plants from our Native Plant Nursery.
The event’s allow the public to learn about the green roofs and native plants, as well as experiencing the Newtown Creek during the golden hour from our scenic wildflower meadows. This is a family friendly event, kindly keep in mind that we use our green roofs as an educational resource, we prefer that furry friends stay at home. NCA staff will be on hand to answer questions about the space, the ecological benefits of green roofs, and talk about our current activities around Newtown Creek!
The event is free and open to all. The main green roofs can be accessed via elevator, however the nursery area is not ADA accessible (small staircase).
Check out the various native plants that we have been growing on site; purchases can also be made online in advance!

McGolrick Bird Club
2025-09-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-10-04 09:00 - 10:00 | McGolrick Park, Nassau Avenue & Russell Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, United States
Join the McGolrick Bird Club every Saturday at 9 AM at the corner of Russell St. and Driggs Ave.

It's My Park at Owl's Head Park
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Owl’s Head Park, Colonial Road and 68th Street, Brooklyn, NY
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Owl’s Head Park Volunteers to maintain and beautify Owl’s Head Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!

Location: Owl’s Head Park House in Owl’s Head Park, Brooklyn. Directions to this location
Cost: Free
Event Organizer: Owl’s Head Park Volunteers,
Contact Email: owlsheadvolunteer@gmail.com

Intro to Birdwatching Walks (Prospect Park)
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Prospect Park Audubon Center, Prospect Park Boathouse, 101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY, 11225, United States
These outings will start at The Audubon Center at the Boathouse.
Leader: A member of the Brooklyn Bird Club
Whether you’re just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory bird outing is for you. Join a member of the Brooklyn Bird Club to learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit Prospect Park through all seasons.
All levels and ages are welcome. No registration necessary. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring binoculars if you have them. A limited number of binoculars will be available to loan.
Route Description: This outing is at a leisurely pace with lots of stops to observe birds. A different route through the park may be taken each week. There may be steps, slight inclines, and grass and dirt paths with exposed roots. We will cover approximately 1.5-2 miles.

Canarsie Park Cleanup
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Canarsie Park, 88th Street and Seaview Avenue, Brooklyln, NY, 11236
Please join us along with CM Mercedes Narcisse’s office for a volunteer cleanup at Canarsie Park in Brooklyn!
Canarsie Park connects to Canarsie Pier and overlooks Paerdegat Basin. Before the 1920s, Paerdegat Basin was Paerdegat Creek, a freshwater tidal creek connecting to Jamaica Bay. Canarsie Park is known for its recreation facilities, but it is also home to a surprising number of diverse wildlife spanning multiple acquatic ecosystems due to Canarsie’s close proximity to the seashore and its lesser known wetland hiking trails.
The cleanup will run from 10am to 12:00pm. Gloves, garbage bags and pickers will be provided.
Please wear sunscreen and bring plenty of water to stay hydrated. 💧
Thanks to Council Member Mercedes Narcisse for supporting our environmental stewardship programs.

University Open Air (Prospect Park)
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Prospect Park Boathouse
University Open Air (UOA) provides immigrant teachers, professors, and academics, who were trained outside of the U.S., an opportunity to share their knowledge with the public by welcoming students to enjoy free classes in collaboration with the Prospect Park Alliance. The September semester takes place on the grounds around the Prospect Park Boathouse while the spring residency is housed in one of the library’s branch locations.
Immigrant scholars interested in teaching a class or workshop are always invited to submit a proposal to Vanessa Baish at vbaish@bklynlibrary.org. Please note, while UOA courses aim to equip students with valuable skills, they are non-accredited.
UOA Fall 2025 classes will take place on September 25, 27 and 28, and October 2, 4 and 5 on the grounds around the Prospect Park Boathouse. Please check back for additional class listings.

Nature's Workshop: Food Waste Natural Dyes Workshop (Lincoln Terrace Park)
2025-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Sunset Park Playground, 7th Avenue and 43rd Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232
Reusing food waste to create natural dyes has been practiced for many years. Join the Urban Park Rangers and learn how to extract vibrant colors from food scraps and compost your waste. Bring your own white cotton cloth to experiment with and take home!

Location: Lincoln Terrace Park in Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park Brooklyn. Directions to this location
Cost: Free
Contact Number: (718) 421-2021

Art in the Park: Wildlife Sumie (MPJ Park)
2025-09-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Marsha P. Johnson State Park, 90 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11211, United States
Create and learn about Sumie, a traditional style of Japanese ink painting, under the instruction of professional artist Norine Nakao Peyton
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Who: Ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: The Blue Park House at Marsha P. Johnson State Park
90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, New York
Cross streets – N 8th and Kent Ave

PLEASE NOTE:

Registration is encouraged, but not required! To secure your space in the program, please reserve one ticket per craft.
If the program is sold out, but you still wish to attend, we encourage you to walk up and see if space is available.
In the case of inclement weather, the program may be rescheduled or canceled. Please be sure to check your email a few hours before the program starts.

We Are Nature: Climate Week — Waste Your Time
2025-09-27 15:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-28 15:00 - 19:30 | Newtown Creek, 51 Ash Street at McGuinness Blvd, Brooklyn, 11222, United States
In conjunction with New York Climate Week 2025, INDELIBLE DANCE & NOoSPHERE Arts Present: WASTE YOUR TIME – an evocative, immersive performance exploring the ways we waste time, and the even deeper ways we waste our planet’s precious resources.
Set against the raw industrial beauty of the Newtown Creek Nature Walk, this site-specific dance experience invites audiences to slow down, be present, and reflect on consumption, inaction, and the cycles we find ourselves stuck in. With bold choreography, humor, and striking visuals, WASTE YOUR TIME transforms an overlooked urban space into a powerful stage for both environmental and emotional reckoning — calling us to awareness, intention, and care.
Choreography: Robin Cantrell, Allegra Herman, JoVonna Parks, Gabrielle Lamb/PigeonWing Dance, Tiffany Mangulabnan
Dancers: Sarah Housepian, Amy Saunder, Allegra Herman, JoVonna Parks, Tiffany Mangulabnan, Arimee Gambill, Casey Howes, Mira Cook
Music: Greg Boro, Don McLean, Francoise Hardy, MÏRÄNDÄ, Molly Lewis, Matt Kilmer, Elena Kats-Chernin, Mira Cook
Costumes: donated by Gaynor Minden
Location: Newtown Creek Nature Walk (Entrance located here)
Dates: September 27 & 28 Showtimes: 3:00 PM & 5:30 PM (both days)
Walking shoes encouraged – this is a performance that moves
Let your time be “wasted” in the best possible way: by being fully present for something unforgettable.
The moving performance will begin at the entrance to the Newtown Creek Nature Walk, located at the intersection of Provost St. & Paidge Ave. in Greenpoint Brooklyn Exit the Greenpoint G stop at India st. and walk from there.
The show will conclude on the rooftop of NOoSPHERE ARTS.

29 Clay Street Community Meeting
2025-09-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
Join a community meeting to hear about the Department of Environmental Conservation’s findings at 29 Clay St. in Greenpoint and the current remediation work to clean it up. RSVP now!

BK CB1 SLA Review And DCA Committee Meeting
2025-09-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Polish Slavic Center, 176 Java Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11222, United States
SLA Review & DCA Committee Meeting
When: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM
Place:Polish & Slavic Center
176 Java Street
Brooklyn, NY 11222
(Auditorium)

Agenda here: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/brooklyncb1/downloads/pdf/2025/SLA-Review-DCA-Committee-Meeting-Notice-09-29-25.pdf

43 New Liquor License applications
22 New Sidewalk Cafe – Road sitting applications
63 Renewal Liquor License applications
2 Items previously postponed

Board Meeting Notices
(Note: For further information on accessibility or to make a request for accommodations, such as sign language interpretation services, please contact Brooklyn Community Board No. 1, Phone: 718-389-0009; at least (5) business days in advance to ensure availability.)

Press Release/Calendar for 2025

BK CB1 Cannabis Review Committee Meeting
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Swinging 60’s Senior Center, 211 Ainslie St., Brooklyn, NY, 11211 , United States
Cannabis Committee Meeting
When: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Time: 6:00pm
Place: Swinging Sixties Senior Center
211 Ainslie Street
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(Corner of Manhattan Avenue)

Agenda here: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/brooklyncb1/downloads/pdf/2025/Cannabis-Committee-Meeting-Notice-09-30-25.pdf

12 New Cannabis license applications

Board Meeting Notices

(Note: For further information on accessibility or to make a request for accommodations, such as sign language interpretation services, please contact Brooklyn Community Board No. 1, Phone: 718-389-0009; at least (5) business days in advance to ensure availability.)

Press Release/Calendar for 2025 – 2026

Tot Time! (MPJ State Park)
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Marsha P. Johnson State Park, 90 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11211, United States
Learn about a different nature theme each week with a craft and guided storytime!

About this event

This program is FREE! Supplies are provided on a first come, first serve basis.
Who: Ages 5 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: The Blue Park House at Marsha P. Johnson State Park
90 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, New York
Cross streets – N 8th and Kent Ave
PLEASE NOTE:

Registration not required!
Please reserve tickets based on how many crafts you plan on making, ie. how many toddlers are with you.
If the program is sold out, but you still wish to attend, we encourage you to walk up and see if space is available.
In the case of inclement weather, the program may be rescheduled or canceled. Please be sure to check your email a few hours before the program starts.

Intro to Birding (Marine Park)
2025-10-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Salt Marsh Nature Center, East 33rd Street and Avenue U, Brooklyn, 11234
Learn how to use binoculars and spot the fascinating birds that live in Marine Park’s salt marsh together with an expert from NYC Bird Alliance. Families are welcome. Meet outside the Salt Marsh Nature Center entrance.

Location: Salt Marsh Nature Center in Marine Park 3301 Avenue U, Brooklyn. Directions to this location
Cost: Free
Contact Number: (860) 712-3393
Contact Email: scott@marineparkalliance.org

City of Forest Day
2025-10-04 | Many venues
The third annual City of Forest Day is on Saturday, October 4th, 2025! Presented by Forest for All NYC in partnership with the Parks and Open Space Partners – NYC Coalition and NYC Parks, City of Forest Day is an annual day of activities across the city to raise awareness of the importance of the New York City urban forest, and the essential role New Yorkers play every day in caring for the “lungs” of our city.
Click here to find events taking place across the five boroughs!

City of Forest Day: Tree Care with Council Member Restler, Big Reuse, and Brooklyn Heights Association
2025-10-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn Heights – 27 Willow Place between Joralemon and State Street, 27 Willow Place, Brooklyn, 11218
Saturday, October 4 | 10AM-12PM | Brooklyn Heights – Meet at 27 Willow Place between Joralemon and State Street
Join us for a couple hours of tree bed maintenance to improve the tree canopy in Brooklyn Heights. We will be cleaning any refuse out of tree beds, weeding, cultivating soil to break up compaction, adding mulch, and planting daffodil bulbs. This event is great for people of all ages. Please wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the weather and close toed shoes. Please sign up here: bit.ly/d33treecare
