Join NYC Parks for a volunteer forest restoration activity (9:00 am – 11:00 am, more information here) directly followed by a hike exploring the diversity of spring wildflowers (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., more information here). Learn to identify plants and record them with iNaturalist for City Nature Challenge. Meet at Gerritsen Ave. & Channel […]
Marine Park Alliance tends to locations across the park by painting over graffiti, removing invasive plant species, planting native species, picking up litter, and more. Help keep the park green; wear comfortable clothes; and we’ll provide gloves and tools! Pre-registration is required (here).
Express the joy of the season through South Asian dance with instructor Sloka Iyengar! Find the joy of poetry, expression, movement, music, imagination, and storytelling in an intergenerational setting as we explore traditional Indian dance forms that combine emotion, melody, and rhythm. Participants will use observation and visualization to narrate stories; we will also co-create […]
Learn about tips and techniques for taking care of the trees that keep your neighborhood healthy and beautiful. Sponsored by Salt Marsh Alliance.
Learn how to use binoculars to spot amazing birds that live around the salt marsh with an expert from NYC Bird Alliance. Register here for meeting location.
Join Ayana B. Joy for this hands-on, eco-inspired workshop. Learn about the beauty, history, and sustainability of beach glass and create your own wearable keepsake to take home (while supplies last).
Feast your eyes on the creativity of local artisans.
Learn how to use binoculars to spot amazing birds that live around the salt marsh with an expert from NYC Bird Alliance. Register here for meeting location.
The 3rd Annual Garden of Giving Gala returns May 20, 2026 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. During the event, we will celebrate two honorees: Edward Skyler, Head of Enterprise Services & Public Affairs at Citi and Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse (46th Council District). The event will include live entertainment, a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, wine, a […]
Get your hands wet using nets to catch fish in this Urban Park Rangers program. All equipment is provided. Participation is first-come, first-served, recommended for ages 8 years and older.