Late February | NYC Green Events
Here's the curated list of volunteer and social opportunities for NYC environmentalists from February 19-25th.
Hi friend,
Did you frolic in the snow on Tuesday? I had some time between meetings and managed to make it out to make a snow angel and have a snowball fight with my partner. As I travel through this winter season, play and community have helped me keep the winter blues away. There are a number of really cool invitations for connection with other New York environmentalists this week. Read on and maybe I’ll see you IRL this weekend!
🌎, 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
FEB 22 - 🌾 Compost, Art, Farm and learn at Rusty Wheelbarrow Farm, 11 am-3 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!” RSVP here.
FEB 23 - GreenHomeNYC Volunteer Information Session, 1-2 pm, volunteer info session - virtual. “GreenHomeNYC has been promoting sustainability and energy efficiency, and supporting green professional development in NYC since 2003. Our volunteers develop, organize and manage all our programs. If you are looking for a collaborative and thought provoking experience to help the built environment, connect with like-minded professionals and meet new people, join us at our next information session to learn more.” RSVP here.
FEB 25 - Volunteer at The Sustainable Fashion Community Center - East Harlem, 12-3 pm, volunteer. “Spend 3 hours sorting, hanging, organizing, and if you've got some skillz using those to help out this wonderful community of advocates, activities, and small business owners.” RSVP here.
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FEB 20 - Reclypt Mending Club, 6-8 pm, $5.80+. “Bring an old pair of jeans, a tote bag, a shirt, etc. and we will be using traditional Indian style block printing to upgrade your closet! The blocks will be made out of compostable items. Don’t have something to bring? Fret not, we will have scrap fabric and you can also try your hand at an ancient and traditional process.” Purchase tickets here.
FEB 21 - 2024 Climate Café at the Brooklyn Public Library, 6-7:45 pm. “Join us for the first Climate Cafe at the Brooklyn Library of 2024 to discuss everything related to the climate crisis (including how it makes us feel). Whether you're a concerned citizen, an activist, or just curious about the topic, this community-organized space is for you.” RSVP here.
FEB 22 - 🌾 Sip and Solutions: A Climate Themed Happy Hour Event, 5:30-7:30 pm, $23.18. “Sip on refreshments while you socialize and network with other passionate members of your community. This is a facilitated networking event that includes topics around the climate crisis and how you can create change and make a difference.” Purchase tickets here.
FEB 23 - Pioneers of Food Science, 11 am-12 pm. “For this year’s Black History Month, learn about the innovators in farming, agriculture, and food.” RSVP here.
FEB 23 - Climate Words, Lexicon Launch with Patagonia Brooklyn, 7-9 pm. “Climate Words is creating an accessible database to promote effective climate communication at this critical moment in history. There will be refreshments in the large store space, a brief presentation followed by a panel discussion, and time to connect with climate activists and the local climate curious community.” RSVP here.
FEB 23 - Reclypt Book Swap, 10 am-12 pm, $10. “Celebrate the launch of our book club. Find new homes for books you no longer want.” Purchase tickets here.
FEB 24 - Home Swaps: A Sustainable Household Item Swap, 12-3 pm, $15+. “Have too many reusable straws? Don't like your produce bags? Swap your sustainable household items & chat about your sustainable lifestyle.” Purchase tickets here.
FEB 24 - Artbuild for the Climate Justice Rebellion, 2-6 pm. “Join the XR NYC Arts team for an afternoon of art making in preparation for spring and summer climate justice actions.” RSVP here.