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SUMMARY:Fae Day 2025 - Neo Brooklyn (Success Garden)
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of Afro-Futurist magic\, community\, and creativity in the lush East New York Brooklyn Success Community Garden. Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory experience where nature meets neon\, folklore meets future\, and imagination knows no bounds. Expect music\, interactive art\, cosmic storytelling\, poetry\, and playful rituals that weave technology with ancestral wisdom. Come dressed in your most futuristic fae attire and revel in a day of joy\, connection\, and limitless possibility! \nLocation: Success Garden – East New York\, 449-461 Williams Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nEvent Organizer: East New York Brooklyn Success Community Garden
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/fae-day-2025-neo-brooklyn-success-garden/
LOCATION:Success Garden – East NY\, 449-461 Williams Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY
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SUMMARY:Echoes of the Earth: Poetry And Movement in Green Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Discover how storytelling and nature come together in this workshop at Escape to Nature! This week\, we’ll explore the theatrical magic of “Pirates! The Penzance Musical”\, a story of adventure\, freedom\, and the unexpected wonders of the world. Just as gardeners work with the unpredictable forces of nature\, actors bring stories to life with movement\, rhythm\, and improvisation. \nThrough performance\, we’ll draw connections between the themes of the play and the cycles of growth\, exploration\, and resilience found in the garden. Using natural and found materials like leaves\, twigs\, and stones\, we’ll craft poetry and reimagine scenes\, giving them new life through a gardener’s perspective. \nWhat we’ll do:\n– Express creativity through movement inspired by nature’s rhythms.\n– Use found objects to create poetry and visual storytelling.\n– Reimagine scenes from Pirates! with themes of discovery\, transformation\, and the wild beauty of the natural world. \nNo theater experience is needed—just an open mind\, a willingness to play\, and a love for nature!
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/echoes-5-13-2025/
LOCATION:Escape to Nature\, Glenmore Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11207\, United States
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SUMMARY:Storytelling in Bloom: Theater in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world where nature and storytelling come together! Stories evolve through words\, movement\, and imagination as a garden transforms with the seasons. In this workshop\, we’ll explore how poetry and performance can bring narratives to life—connecting the themes of growth\, resilience\, and transformation in nature and theater.\nUsing found materials like leaves\, stones\, and branches\, we’ll create poetry inspired by the land and reimagine key moments from the plays “Liberation” and “Pirates! The Penzance Musical.” Through these performances\, we’ll reflect on themes of freedom\, adventure\, and renewal—concepts gardeners intimately understand as they cultivate and care for their spaces. \nWhat we’ll do:\n– Perform short scenes inspired by the natural world.\n– Use objects found in the garden to create poetry and visual storytelling.\n– Connect the plays’ themes to our relationship with the land\, seasons\, and cycles of renewal. \nNo theater experience is needed—curiosity\, creativity\, and a love for nature!
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/storytelling-5-6-2025/
LOCATION:Escape to Nature\, Glenmore Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11207\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workdays at Brooklyn Community Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\n9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Spring Garden Workday at Brooklyn’s Finest Garden at Brooklyn’s Finest Garden\, Brooklyn. Volunteers will assist with planting seeds\, cleaning up\, and spreading earth matter. \n10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Grapevine Pruning & Trellis Building Workday at Lincoln Road Garden\, Brooklyn. Volunteers will help prune existing grapevines and build a supportive trellis system. \n10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Shed Build Volunteer Day at People’s Garden\, Brooklyn.  Volunteers will learn and practice carpentry skills by assisting gardeners with building a new shed. \n10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Volunteer Workday at Moffat Street Community Garden at Moffat Street Community Garden\, Brooklyn.  Volunteers will help the gardeners build raised beds utilized for growing food. \n10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Volunteer Workday at Upon This Rock Community Garden at Upon This Rock Community Garden\, Brooklyn.  Volunteer will participate in a variety of garden tasks such as cleaning debris\, weeding\, tool organization\, and spreading earth matter. \n10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Volunteer Workday: Clifton Place Memorial Garden & Park at Clifton Place Memorial Garden\, Brooklyn. Learn how to join a GreenThumb garden and engage in EarthMonth activities\, such as building raised beds and planting a floral landscape. \n10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Volunteer Garden Workday: Maple Street Community Garden at Maple Street Community Garden\, Brooklyn. Volunteers will assist with building a compost sifting table\, transplanting seed starts\, and general clean-up. There will also be fun wood carving\, crafting activities\, and a food demo. \n11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Garden Bed Building Volunteer Day at Her-King Alagantic Community Garden\, Brooklyn. Join a volunteer workday to build metal garden beds. \n11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Spring Seeds Day at Newkirk Community Garden at Newkirk Community Garden\, Brooklyn. Join a volunteer workday to help with starting seeds ahead of the garden season! We may also participant in a general garden clean up and tool shed organization. \n11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Volunteer Garden Workday at Ashford Learning Garden at Ashford Learning Garden\, Brooklyn. Join a volunteer workday to help get the garden ready for spring! Volunteers will help prepare garden beds\, prune and remove weeds\, and plant seeds. \n11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Shed and Tool Cleaning at The Amazing Garden\, Brooklyn. Join a collaborative event of organizing\, cleaning\, and maintaining the garden shed and tools! \n12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Sowing Seeds of Beauty at Amboy Street Community Garden at Amboy Street Garden\, Brooklyn. Volunteers will help the gardeners start seeds\, clean up\, and organize the tool shed. \n12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Volunteer Garden Workday at New Madison Harvest Garden at New Madison Harvest Community Garden\, Brooklyn. Come help prepare the garden for another productive growing season! Seasonal tasks include a general clean up\, organizing tools\, starting seeds\, and more! \n1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Seeding a Vibrant Afro-Indigenous Garden at East New York Farms\, Brooklyn. Gather with us in the garden for seed starting and transplanting alongside stories of Afro-Indigenous crops! During our time together\, we’ll connect and ground ourselves with various seeds relevant to African and Indigenous diasporas. \n 
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/volunteer-workdays-4-26-2025/
LOCATION:Many venues
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T140000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday at Union Street Garden Garden
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about pollinator gardens and then lend a hand with some springtime pruning of our extensive  pollinator beds. Volunteers are also welcome to help with other tasks around the garden as needed such as weeding and herb gardening. Leave with a bundle of herbs or some pollinator seeds to plant at home! \nRegistration is not required. Walk-ins are welcome! \nLocation: Union St. Garden and Community Development\, 1029 Union Street\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nEvent Organizer: Union Street Garden and Community Development \nContact Email: info.unionstreetgarden@gmail.com
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/union-st-garden-4-20-2025/
LOCATION:Union Street Garden\, 1029 Union Street\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
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SUMMARY:Raised Bed Build Volunteer Day (Good Life Garden)
DESCRIPTION:Come meet and lend a hand to the members of Good Life Garden! Volunteers will learn and practice carpentry skills by assisting gardeners with building raised garden beds. Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nRegistration is not required. Walk-ins are welcome! \nLocation: Good Life Garden\, 46 Goodwin Place\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nEvent Organizer: Good Life Garden \nContact Email: kofi.thomas11@gmail.com
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/good-life-garden-4-19-2025/
LOCATION:Good Life Garden\, 46 Goodwin Place\, Brooklyn\, 11221
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Family Fun,Fitness and Wellness,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T133000
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SUMMARY:Building a Collapsible Trellis for Growing Food Vine Plants: A Beginner’s Class (Greene Acres Community Garden)
DESCRIPTION:Create a foldable trellis to support tomatoes\, cucumbers\, peas\, and beans. Perfect for small spaces\, this beginner-friendly course covers vine plant needs\, trellis design\, tools\, and step-by-step construction. No experience needed—grow more food with confidence! \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Greene Acres Community Garden  349 Greene Ave Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: fabiola.caceres@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/trellis-4-12-2025/
LOCATION:Greene Acres Community Garden\, 349 Greene Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday at Citizens for a Better Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:GreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. \nCitizens for a Better Community Garden supports and sustains a diverse group of families and individuals year after year. The garden has over 30 food-producing plots\, a shaded seating area\, and a perennial landscape. During this volunteer day\, participants will engage in meaningful\, hands-on projects\, such as filling new raised beds with soil and disassembling well-used plant structures. This is a great opportunity for those interested in getting involved with a community garden! Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nSign up here! \nGroups of 10 or more can sign up by contacting the volunteer coordinator at Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov. \nThis event is co-hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb. We are proud to be the nation’s largest urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n*** \nLocation: Citizens for a Better Community Garden\, 742 Monroe Street\, Brooklyn\, NY 11221\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nLocation Details: Citizens for a Better Community Garden 742 Monroe Street\, Brooklyn\, NY 11221 \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Sign up here! \nEvent Organizer: NYC Parks GreenThumb \nContact Email: Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/citizens-garden-4-12-2025/
LOCATION:Citizens for a Better Community Garden\, 742 Monroe Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11221
CATEGORIES:Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday at Garden of Life
DESCRIPTION:GreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. Garden of Life is a serene\, green oasis in Bed-Stuy\, Brooklyn cared for by a few long-standing community members. The garden features 16 food-producing plots\, wheelchair-accessible pathways\, and dedicated gathering spaces. \nDuring this volunteer day\, participants will engage in meaningful\, hands-on projects\, such as building two (2) types of plant-supporting trellises and adding soil to vegetable plots. This is a great opportunity for those interested in getting involved with a community garden! Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nGroups of 5 or more can sign up by contacting the volunteer coordinator at Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov. \nThis event is co-hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb. We are proud to be the nation’s largest urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/volunteer-workday-at-garden-of-life/
LOCATION:Garden of Life\, 762 Herkimer Street\, Brooklyn\, 11233
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
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SUMMARY:Garden Mapping (El Puente Espiritu Tierra Community Garden)
DESCRIPTION:Garden mapping is a great way to beat the winter blues and plan for the season. In this workshop\, participants will learn how to create a simple to-scale physical map of their garden space to support garden planning and record keeping. We’ll discuss environmental factors that affect planning\, such as common wind directions\, rainy or dry areas\, the direction of water drainage (lowest area)\, the pattern of the sun\, and any shadows from large structures or trees. Attendees will receive supportive literature on plant spacing\, soil chemistry\, companion plants\, and incompatible plants to support garden planning. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: El Puente: Espiritu Tierra Community Garden\, 203-207 South 2nd Street\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: fabiola.caceres@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/garden-mapping-3-23-2025/
LOCATION:El Puente: Espiritu Tierra Community Garden\, 207 South 2nd Street\, Brooklyn\, 11211
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Wooden Raised Bed Building: Construction And Weatherproofing Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Enhance your garden by learning to build a wooden raised bed with a seating ledge! This intermediate course is for gardeners and DIY enthusiasts with basic woodworking skills. In this course\, you will build a sturdy raised bed with a ledge for seating or tools; choose and cut materials for strength and comfort; assemble the bed\, reinforce the frame and secure the ledge and learn weatherproofing techniques to extend the bed’s lifespan. By the end\, you will be able to create a functional and durable raised bed. Some experience with woodworking tools and basic gardening knowledge is required. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: All People’s Garden of the Apostolic Faith Community Garden\, 149 Tompkins Ave. Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/raised-beds-3-15-2025/
LOCATION:All People’s Garden of the Apostolic Faith Community Garden\, 149 Tompkins Ave.\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T133000
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SUMMARY:Garden Tool Care (Spencer Street Community Garden)
DESCRIPTION:Join our workshop to learn how to care for your garden tools\, including rusty shovels and squeaky pruners. We will discuss what to include in your tool care kit; show you how to clean\, sharpen\, and oil your tools\, and share tips on caring for and storing your tools. Bring a small hand tool to practice on. By the end\, you’ll have the skills to keep your tools in great shape all year. **Special Bonus:** GreenThumb gardeners can enter a raffle to win one of three tool care kits! \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: Spencer Street Community Garden\, 230 Spencer Street\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/garden-tool-care-3-9-2025/
LOCATION:Spencer Street Community Garden\, 230 Spencer Street\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Family Fun,Free,Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250117T200731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T200731Z
UID:10026939-1740826800-1740837600@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Building a Wooden Raised Bed for Food Gardening (Red Gate Center)
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn how to build your wooden raised bed—a perfect way to grow food plants or even ornamental plants outdoors. Designed for beginner gardeners and those new to using power tools\, this 3-hour class will guide you through the basics of carpentry\, including cutting\, assembling\, and securing materials. By the end of the course\, you’ll have the skills to construct raised beds and the confidence to use these techniques for other simple garden structures. No prior experience is necessary! \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: Red Gate Garden\, 604 Marcy Avenue\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/raised-beds-3-1-2025/
LOCATION:Red Gate Garden\, 604 Marcy Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
GEO:40.6937672;-73.9491332
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T010324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T010324Z
UID:10026282-1740592800-1740598200@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Facing Climate Change As Urban Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Face climate despair head-on in these monthly\, peer-to-peer meet ups. Meet other community gardeners and land stewards to learn and exchange tips for gardening with climate change and workshop community preparedness in your neighborhood. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/urban-gardeners-2-26-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T011459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T011459Z
UID:10026285-1740074400-1740081600@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Organizing for Garden Success: Group Structure (Part 2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:This two–part workshop series is designed to help your garden group build a strong foundation to deal with the many issues that arise in a community space. In this workshop\, we will discuss writing garden bylaws that outline processes for decision–making and garden governance\, and that will satisfy the GreenThumb requirement for bylaws. \nThis is an interactive webinar. Register to receive the zoom link. We will not be recording. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/organizing-garden-success-group-structure-part-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250119T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T145554Z
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: Volunteer Workday: George Washington Carver Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Due to inclement weather\, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday\, February 15\, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. \n*** \nGreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. \nFounded in 1996 with the help of the neighboring school\, I.S. 318 (its former namesake)\, this garden has ample space to grow produce\, flora\, start seeds\, care for chickens\, and host community programs. George Washington Carver Community Garden (est. 2023) currently has over twenty-two (22) raised beds for growing food\, multiple bee hives\, compost systems\, and vast landscape planting opportunities. As a recipient of support from NYC Parks GreenThumb\, the garden group must collectively fulfill certain requirements\, including\, but not limited to\, hosting Open Hours (April 1-Oct 31)\, maintaining the garden\, having a clear path to membership for all\, and hosting two free community events. \nGreenThumb is hosting a public Garden Interest Meeting and Volunteer Day with intent to triple the garden group’s membership\, strengthen community partnerships\, and establish a maintenance plan to support the garden’s future success. Come learn about grassroots community gardening and lend a hand! Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nGroups of 5 or more can sign up by contacting the volunteer coordinator at Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov. \nThis event is co-hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb. We are proud to be the nation’s largest urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/gw-carver-2-15-2025/
LOCATION:George Washington Carver Community Garden\, 110 Walton Street\, Brooklyn\, 11206
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Fitness and Wellness,Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
GEO:40.7027427;-73.9478302
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250108T200609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T200609Z
UID:10026482-1739383200-1739388600@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:From Seeds to Success: Organizing Volunteer Days in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer days in the garden are an excellent way to engage new gardeners! But what does it take to bring this idea to fruition? In this workshop\, we will explore effective strategies for volunteer management and event planning in your garden. We’ll cover topics including how to create a logistical plan and identify your garden’s unique neighborhood assets\, ensuring the success of your garden workdays. GreenThumb gardeners participating in this workshop will learn how they can receive a volunteer supply kit they can use for future volunteer days! \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/organizing-2-12-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T010652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T221421Z
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SUMMARY:Conflict Transformation Circles for Community Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Conflict is natural and can happen even in the most well-organized garden group or with the best of friends. How can we hold space for and resolve conflict within our groups? In these monthly sessions\, mediators Skye Roper-Moses and Michelle Jackson will facilitate discussion circles for community gardeners to bring their challenges to the group and collectively generate solutions. The facilitators will model skills for holding space that gardeners can bring back to their groups to develop a practice for addressing and transforming conflict in the garden. This will be a confidential space that is not recorded\, ensuring your privacy and comfort. These sessions are held monthly\, and themes for discussion are based on issues brought forward at the prior session. Participants are welcome to attend them all or just drop in for one. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n\n\nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop\n\nCost: Free\n\nRegistration: Register Here\n\nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb\n\nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/conflict-transformation-circles-2-10-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250128T132108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T132108Z
UID:10026965-1739008800-1739023200@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday at Phoenix Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:GreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. Since 2006\, Phoenix Community Garden in Ocean Hill-Brownsville\, Brooklyn\, has been growing thousands of pounds of culturally-preferred fruits and vegetables each year to support the local community. The garden provides a seasonal Fresh Food Box\, a large gathering space\, and hosts various events for the Ocean Hill-Brownsville community. \nDuring this volunteer workday\, participants will take part in an impactful\, hands-on project to build raised garden beds\, expanding the garden’s capacity to grow fresh food. Gardeners are excited to share their knowledge and foster new connections. Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nIn case of inclement weather\, this volunteer workday will be rescheduled to Sunday\, February 9\, 2025\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nWebsite: https://www.phoenixcommunitygarden.org/
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/volunteer-workday-at-phoenix-community-garden/
LOCATION:Phoenix Community Garden\, 16 Somers Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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GEO:40.6785471;-73.9124316
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T011342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T011342Z
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SUMMARY:Organizing for Garden Success: Group Structure (Part 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:This two-part workshop series is designed to help your garden group build a strong foundation for your group’s leadership and decision-making structures. In this webinar\, we will discuss different styles of group structure and share examples of the good\, the bad\, and the ugly of garden governance issues. This participatory webinar is designed for community gardeners in NYC\, though all are welcome. We will not be recording. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/organizing-garden-success-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250108T194503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T194503Z
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SUMMARY:How to Crop Plan with a Square Foot Garden (St. John's Rec Center)
DESCRIPTION:Discover how advanced garden planning during the winter season can maximize your harvest during the growing season! This workshop will assist community gardeners in utilizing a garden journal to dream up and design their 2025 raised beds while strengthening skills to puzzle piece plants together to get the most out of your square footage. Techniques discussed for optimizing your crop yield will prioritize square foot gardening but will also consider succession planting\, companion pairings\, and nitrogen fixation. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n  \nLocation: St. John’s Recreation Center   1251 Prospect Place\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/how-to-crop-plan-with-a-square-foot-garden-st-johns-rec-center/
LOCATION:St. John’s Rec Center\, 1251 Prospect Place\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
GEO:40.6739246;-73.9349259
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T004135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T004135Z
UID:10026281-1738173600-1738179000@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Facing Climate Change As Urban Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Face climate despair head-on in these monthly\, peer-to-peer meet ups. Meet other community gardeners and land stewards to learn and exchange tips for gardening with climate change and workshop community preparedness in your neighborhood. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/urban-gardeners-1-29-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20250108T173808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T173914Z
UID:10026302-1737370800-1737381600@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday: George Washington Carver Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:GreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. \nFounded in 1996 with the help of the neighboring school\, I.S. 318 (its former namesake)\, this garden has ample space to grow produce\, flora\, start seeds\, care for chickens\, and host community programs. George Washington Carver Community Garden (est. 2023) currently has over twenty-two (22) raised beds for growing food\, multiple bee hives\, compost systems\, and vast landscape planting opportunities. As a recipient of support from NYC Parks GreenThumb\, the garden group must collectively fulfill certain requirements\, including\, but not limited to\, hosting Open Hours (April 1-Oct 31)\, maintaining the garden\, having a clear path to membership for all\, and hosting two free community events. \nGreenThumb is hosting a public Garden Interest Meeting and Volunteer Day with intent to triple the garden group’s membership\, strengthen community partnerships\, and establish a maintenance plan to support the garden’s future success. Come learn about grassroots community gardening and lend a hand! Bring water\, snacks\, and comfortable\, weather-appropriate clothing. Please note that some activities may involve lifting heavy material and moving\, bending\, and squatting for long periods. \nGroups of 5 or more can sign up by contacting the volunteer coordinator at Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov. \nThis event is co-hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb. We are proud to be the nation’s largest urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/volunteer-workday-george-washington-carver-community-garden/
LOCATION:George Washington Carver Community Garden\, 110 Walton Street\, Brooklyn\, 11206
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Fitness and Wellness,Free,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
GEO:40.7027427;-73.9478302
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241211T003942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T221334Z
UID:10026280-1736791200-1736796600@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Conflict Transformation Circles for Community Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Conflict is natural and can happen even in the most well-organized garden group or with the best of friends. How can we hold space for and resolve conflict within our groups? In these monthly sessions\, mediators Skye Roper-Moses and Michelle Jackson will facilitate discussion circles for community gardeners to bring their challenges to the group and collectively generate solutions. The facilitators will model skills for holding space that gardeners can bring back to their groups to develop a practice for addressing and transforming conflict in the garden; this will be a confidential space that is not recorded. These sessions are held monthly\, and themes for discussion are based on issues brought forward at the prior session. Participants are welcome to attend them all or drop in for one. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n\n\nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop\n\nCost: Free\n\nRegistration: Register Here\n\nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb\n\nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/conflict-transformation-circles-for-community-gardeners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241210T235222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T235222Z
UID:10026253-1734544800-1734550200@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Facing Climate Change As Urban Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Face climate despair head-on in these monthly\, peer-to-peer meet ups. Meet other community gardeners and land stewards to learn and exchange tips for gardening with climate change and workshop community preparedness in your neighborhood. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nEvent Organizer: GreenThumb \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/urban-gardeners-12-18-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241210T221028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T221106Z
UID:10026235-1734370200-1734377400@gogreenbk.org
SUMMARY:Rat Academy for Community Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Pest Control Services at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene invites you to attend Rat Academy for Community Gardeners\, sponsored by NYC Parks GreenThumb. Learn more about rat prevention and management during this virtual session. \nNYC Parks GreenThumb hosts this event. We are proud to be the nation’s most extensive urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \nLocation: Virtual/Online Workshop \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register Here \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/rat-academy-12-16-2024/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Parks GreenThumb":MAILTO:greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081343
CREATED:20241121T121813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T193207Z
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SUMMARY:Workday And General Meeting @ El Puente Espiritu Tierra (Earth Spirit) Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join NYC Parks GreenThumb and El Puente Espiritu Tierra Community Garden for an open workday/meeting to help prepare the garden for the winter! No prior experience necessary. We’ll have a brief garden info meeting after to discuss goals for next season. \nWhat to expect:​\n– Learn about the garden’s history\, how to get involved\, and support the space​\n– Participate in basic garden maintenance alongside garden members and GreenThumb​\n– Tools and gloves will be provided. Bring your water\, snacks\, and enthusiasm! \nMeeting/Workday Goals:\n– Remove Trash/Debris\, prune back perennials\n– Install Mesh along fenceline to prevent debris accumulation\n– Review the 2024 GreenThumb Site Visit results and Rat Mitigation strategies\n– Discuss priorities for next season\n– Designate 2 Garden Contacts to improve communications with GreenThumb
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/workday-and-general-meeting-el-puente-espiritu-tierra-earth-spirit-community-garden/
LOCATION:El Puente: Espiritu Tierra Community Garden\, 207 South 2nd Street\, Brooklyn\, 11211
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Workday And General Meeting @ Grand Street Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join NYC Parks GreenThumb and Grand Street Community Garden for an open workday/meeting to help clean up the garden before the winter! No prior experience necessary. We’ll have a brief garden info meeting after to discuss responsibilities\, priorities for next season\, and communication methods. \nWhat to expect:​\n– Learn about the garden’s history\, how to get involved\, and support the space​\n– Participate in basic garden maintenance alongside garden members and GreenThumb​\n– Tools and gloves will be provided. Bring your water\, snacks\, and enthusiasm!​\n– Spanish speakers encouraged! \nWorkday Goals:\n– Remove trash\, debris\, standing water\, non-garden items​\n– Spread Mulch/Woodchips​\n– Clear Fenceline​\n– Disturb Rat Burrows \nGroup Goals:​\n– Designate two (2) reliable garden contacts​\n– Confirm Membership List\, recruit additional members​\n– Create Group Communication Method \nQuestions? Contact Hannah Wargo at hannah.wargo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/workday-and-general-meeting-grand-street-community-garden/
LOCATION:Grand Street Community Garden\, 239 Grand Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Outdoor,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Workday: Commitment Garden
DESCRIPTION:GreenThumb community gardens are developed\, led\, and cared for by dedicated volunteers who critically upkeep community gardens as public green spaces. \nCommitment Garden is a spacious\, food-producing community garden in East New York\, Brooklyn. Previously two separate spaces—Triple R Garden (Rest\, Reflection\, Relaxation) and New Vision Garden—the groups have now merged after removing the shared fence. They’re excited to welcome new members as they begin this new chapter together! \nOn this volunteer day\, participants will help plant a garden border with native flowers and shrubs! Gloves and tools will be provided. Please bring water\, snacks\, and clothes and shoes/boots that you don’t mind getting dirty. Note that this activity is outdoors and will involve bending\, kneeling\, and lifting heavy materials. \nGroups should contact the volunteer coordinator at Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov before signing up. \nLocation: 590 Schenck Avenue\, Brooklyn 11207 (between Dumont Ave & Livonia Ave) \nThis event is co-hosted by NYC Parks GreenThumb. We are proud to be the nation’s largest urban community gardening program\, sustaining over 550 gardens throughout New York City. With GreenThumb’s support\, community gardens are centers of environmental justice\, ensuring that our city is fairer\, safer\, and greener for all. GreenThumb’s events are free and open to the public. \n*** \nLocation: Commitment Garden  590 Schenck Avenue\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nLocation Details: Commitment Garden at 590 Schenck Avenue\, Brooklyn 11207 (between Dumont Ave & Livonia Ave) \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Sign Up Here \nContact Email: Kyleen.Sanchez@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/volunteer-workday-commitment-garden/
LOCATION:Commitment Garden\, Schenck Avenue 590\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11207\, United States
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SUMMARY:Build it Yourself: Vertical Rainbow Flower Garden (Fred McLeod Community Garden)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art of trellis-making with Eric and plant selection with Chelsea. Our expert staff will guide you in creating a versatile trellis to showcase your favorite plants and flowers. Learn basic carpentry skills and receive a complete trellis kit\, including pots\, plants\, and seeds. Join us for a workshop like no other and bring home a trellis garden kit that bursts with a stunning rainbow effect. \nLocation: Fred McLeod Community Garden\, 1833 Strauss St.\, Brooklyn\, NY 11212\, Brooklyn. Directions to this location \nCost: Free \nRegistration: Register \nContact Email: greenthumbinfo@parks.nyc.gov
URL:https://gogreenbk.org/event/build-it-yourself-10-19-2024/
LOCATION:McLeod’s Community Garden\, 130 Liberty Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11212
CATEGORIES:Education and Activism,Free,Outdoor
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