Happy New Year! | NYC Green Events
Here's the curated list of volunteer and social opportunities for NYC environmentalists from December 30th through January 5th.
Hi friend,
May I be the first to wish you a Happy New Year?! I hope that the end of the year has been gentle for you. If you’re ready to ease into climate events slowly, then keep reading. Not feeling social? Dig into some reading from either of these lists to get you started. I hope to see you IRL soon.
🌎, Jasmine
I do not run any of the events below. If you have questions about event specifics, please contact the event organizer directly.
🌾 = My top picks of the week
THURSDAY
JAN 2 - [BK] Monthly Reuse Center Volunteer Day, 11 am-1 pm, volunteer. “Volunteers help keep our reuse center clean and organized which helps us keep materials out of the landfill. Volunteer tasks include: Cleaning/dusting furniture, Organizing housewares, clothing and other sections, Measuring and labeling doors, Sweeping, and Merchandizing and setting up displays.” Register here.
FRIDAY
🌾 JAN 3 - [QNS] Compost Volunteer Event at SkyFarm LIC, 11 am-2 pm, volunteer. “Help us compost on a rooftop farm in Long Island City!” Register here.
SATURDAY
JAN 4 - [MNHTN] Saturday Stewardship at Gotham Park - Garden & Clean Up, 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Join the team Saturday mornings to give back by cleaning Gotham Park underneath the Brooklyn Bridge in Manhattan. No experience necessary.” Register here.
JAN 4 - [QNS] Compost, Art, Farm and learn at Rusty Wheelbarrow Farm, 10 am-1 pm, volunteer. “You'll have the chance to work on composting , cultivating the land, planting seeds, tending to the crops, harvesting. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a complete newbie, everyone is welcome!” Register here.
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WEDNESDAY
JAN 1 - [QNS] First Day Hike along Hunters Point Waterfront, 12-1:30 pm. “We'll walk through Gantry Plaza State Park and Hunter's Point South Park, discussing their history, ecology, environmental impact, and role in the community, and end at the Queens Landing Boathouse and Environmental Center for light refreshments to toast the New Year.” RSVP here.
SATURDAY
🌾 JAN 4 - [BK] Winter Tea in Prospect Park, 2-4 pm. “Take a moment to prioritize slowing down, reflecting, and appreciating the beauty of nature, tea, art and community as we step into the new year.” RSVP here.
SUNDAY
JAN 5 - [MNHTN] Patternmaking for Upcycling Workshop, 10 am-12 pm, $249. “Join us for the Patternmaking for Upcycling Workshop and learn how to breathe new life into your old clothes by creating custom patterns for stylish, sustainable fashion!” Purchase tickets here.