April | NYC Green Events
Here's the curated list of volunteer and social opportunities for NYC environmentalists from April 8-14th.
Hi friend,
I’m headed out of town to Rochester this weekend in time to view the total solar eclipse. As I’m writing this week’s newsletter, I just had to pause to stand in the doorway as an aftershock from Friday morning’s earthquake tremored. I am reminded of not just the beauty of this planet, but also her power. Your joining community events builds the power we need to protect our precious home. I hope to see you at an event this week!
🌎, Jasmine
I do not run any of the below events. Please reach out to the event organizer directly with questions about event specifics.
🌾 = My top picks of the week
APR 9 - FABSCRAP BKLYN Volunteer, 9 am-12 pm & 1-4 pm, volunteer. ”FABSCRAP needs your help to save designer textiles from landfill! As a volunteer, you will sort through fabric samples and swatches, readying them to be saved for reuse.”
APR 9 - Volunteer at W 143rd St!, 9 -11 am, volunteer. “During this event, we'll be working together to clean up the park using trash grabbers and garbage bags. It's a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and contribute to the well-being of our community.” RSVP here.
APR 9 - Spring Prep: Woodlawn Restoration in Van Cortlandt Park, 9 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Join us in the Northeast Woods to combat invasive species and prepare for spring planting.” RSVP here.
APR 9 - Spring Garden Tune-Up Tuesdays, 10 am-1 pm, volunteer. “Volunteers will learn how to care for the garden, maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No gardening experience needed.” RSVP here.
APR 13 - Tompkins Park Cleanup, 10 am-12:30 pm, volunteer. “Friends of Tompkins Square Park is dedicated to restoring and preserving the beauty, health, and safety of Tompkins Square Park for all.” RSVP here.
APR 13 - Lower East Side Community Cleanup w/ International Center of Photography, 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Following the cleanup from 12 PM - 1 PM join ICP faculty member Raine Roberts on the sidewalk in front of ICP, for a found object photo-based activity and learn more about using found objects to engage with photographic processes.” RSVP here.
APR 13 - La Plaza Cultural Garden Volunteer Day, 12-1 pm, volunteer. “Help local communities as we help cultivate this beautiful community garden!” RSVP here.
🌾 APR 13 - Street Tree Care w/ Clean Bushwick Initiative, 12-2 pm, volunteer. “Join us to clean, care for, and add finished compost to the street trees thanks to District 34 CM Jennifer Gutiérrez.” RSVP here.
APR 13 - Climate Justice Community Artbuild and Potluck, 2-8 pm, volunteer. “Let's come together to create powerful art pieces that advocate for climate justice. Bring your artistic skills and passion for the environment.” RSVP here.
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🌾 APR 10 - Circular Salon, 6-8 pm, $10. “Join us to discuss, analyze, better understand “The Americas Act” at our April Circular Salon!” Purchase tickets here.
APR 10 - Climate Cafe, 7-9 pm, $5 suggested donation. “Climate Cafes are an opportunity to discuss the emotions that arise out of the climate crisis (everything from anxiety, despair, and anger, to determination and hope) in a supportive environment of peers.” Purchase tickets here.
APR 10 - A Conversation on Culture and Climate with Finn Harries, 7-8:30 pm. “The Climate Museum will welcome designer and filmmaker Finn Harries for a special discussion about the role of design, culture, and media in the transition toward a regenerative, resilient, and just climate future.” Join the waitlist here.
APR 12 - Iris Trio: A Concert and Conversation, 7-8:30 pm. “The Climate Museum welcomes the internationally celebrated Iris Trio for a performance from The Blue and Green Chapters of Project Earth, their multi-year project in response to the climate crisis. In addition to the performances, the program will include a conversation with Climate Museum Vice Chair Dr. Cynthia Rosenzweig, who is a Senior Research Scientist at Columbia University and NASA Goddard Institute and who has received the Nobel Peace Prize and the World Food Prize for her work on climate.” RSVP here.
APR 13 - Circular Fashion Playground, 12-5:30 pm, $60+. “A day to explore all aspects of circular fashion through panels, upcycling workshops, swaps, lessons, pop-up markets, mending clubs, repair cafes, and more.” Purchase tickets here.
APR 14 - Earth Day 2024 Festival, 12-6 pm. “Our annual in-person festival is the most high-traffic Earth Day event in the country and features dozens of environmental non-profits and climate campaigns, interactive workshops, and kids’ activities.” RSVP here.
APR 14 - Earth Day Fest Speed Date, 4-6 pm. “We will email or DM you if we are interested in having you on the show! This is ideally a first come, first serve basis so apply sooner than later!” Complete this interest form.