Mid-July | NYC Green Events
The curated list of climate, sustainability, and environmental events in NYC from July 14th through 20th.
Hi friend,
There was an amazing crowd at The Great Goat Graze Off yesterday! If you missed last week’s newsletter, goats are being brought to Riverside Park to eat invasive plants, and there was a competitive invasive plant-eating contest to kick off their time in the park. It’s so cool to see innovative and creative solutions being implemented around the City and in our neighborhoods. Also, you can volunteer to keep the park clean of trash and meet the goats up close now, too - see below! Stay cool and dry this week.
🌎, Jasmine
P.S. Is there anyone you can forward this newsletter to and invite along to an event with you?
Highlights
Tuesday
[BK] Greenhouse Gang: 5-8 pm. “NCA welcomes volunteers and horticulture enthusiasts to help us expand our native nursery, propagated from locally collected wild seed.”
Wednesday
[MNHTN] 🌎 Climate Cafe & Bookswap: Sips, Stories & Sustainability: 6-8 pm. “Join Climate Cafe NYC, Simply Sustainable, and Tiramisu App for a cozy, low-key evening of climate conversation and community book swapping in Central Park.”
Thursday
[BX] Family Nature Journaling Hike: 11 am-12:30 pm. “Decorate your own nature journal, then fill it up with observations and treasures you can find right here in Van Cortlandt Park!”
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I do not run any of the events below. If you have questions about event specifics, please contact the event organizer directly.
Tuesday | July 15
[QNS] Farm Community Volunteer Days 2025: 9:30 am-12 pm. “Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief.”
[BK] Greenhouse Gang: 5-8 pm. “NCA welcomes volunteers and horticulture enthusiasts to help us expand our native nursery, propagated from locally collected wild seed.”
Thursday | July 17
[BX] Trail Work Thursdays: 9 am-12 pm. “Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.”
Friday | July 18
[MNHTN] Goat Patrol at W 143rd St: 1-2:30 pm. “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 goats, and contribute to the well-being of our community.”
Saturday | July 19
[BK] Shoreline Cleanup: 10 am-12 pm. “Volunteer to help us clean washed up debris off the shoreline at the Penn Water Access Area! All materials provided.”
[MNHTN] Saturday Stewardship at Gotham Park (Garden & Clean Up): 12-1 pm. “Let's gather at Gotham Park to garden, clean up litter, and make our community space beautiful together!”
[MNHTN] Carmen Garden Community Garden Volunteer Days: 3-4 pm. “Help local communities as we help cultivate this beautiful community garden!”
Sunday | July 20
[BK] Street Tree Care w/Little Haiti BK + O2 nyc: 4-6 pm. “Join us to steward trees in District 40 - CM Joseph!”
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Monday | July 14
[MNHTN] Upcycling Accessories Workshop, $86: 10 am-2 pm. “Breathe new life into your worn-out wardrobe at the Upcycling T-Shirts & Jeans Workshop! This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners and creative minds ready to explore the art of sustainable fashion.”
[MNHTN] Mobilizing Youth for Ocean and Climate Action: Harnessing Citizen Science: 1:15-2:30 pm. “The side event will showcase the power of youth representation in shaping ocean governance and supporting local sustainable development.”
[BK] Urban animals: Bats! 6:30 pm. “Nic Comparato (@urbanbatsnyc), a wildlife biologist with NYC Bird Alliance, will be in conversation with Shayla Love at the garden discussing surprising bat facts and where to see bats in NYC 🦇” Join the waitlist.
Tuesday | July 15
[BX] Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walk: 2-3:30 pm. “Van Cortlandt Nature Group's Debbi Dolan will lead participants on an informative nature walk in beautiful Van Cortlandt Park.”
[MNHTN] Manhattan Climate Hour of Action: 6-7:30 pm. “Whether we're writing letters to the editor, scheduling meetings with members of congress, or informing local governments about climate incentives, we'll have a plan ready for you to take action for bold, science-based, equitable climate solutions. All you have to do is show up.”
[MNHTN] July Climate Tech Mixer: 6-9 pm. “Join us for an evening of great conversations and new connections as we spotlight bold founders building solutions to climate’s toughest challenges (startups to be announced soon).”
[MNHTN] Green Apple Trivia: 7-9:30 pm. “Get ready to put your knowledge to the test and compete against other trivia and sustainability enthusiasts.”
Wednesday | July 16
[MNHTN] Seaweeds & Their Myriad Contributions to the SDGs Under Review: 9-10:30 am. “Join us to explore the diverse ways seaweeds are contributing to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in our world today!”
[MNHTN] 🌎 Climate Cafe & Bookswap: Sips, Stories & Sustainability: 6-8 pm. “Join Climate Cafe NYC, Simply Sustainable, and Tiramisu App for a cozy, low-key evening of climate conversation and community book swapping in Central Park.”
[MNHTN] Resale Redefining Fashion, $92: 7-9 pm. “Join the FACC-NY for an exclusive conversation exploring how vintage and resale are transforming luxury, retail, and sustainability.”
[BK] Brooklyn Hour of Climate Action: 8-9 pm. “We'll do all the legwork for you to take action, advocate for bold, science-based, equitable climate solutions. All you have to do is show up.”
Thursday | July 17
[BX] Family Nature Journaling Hike: 11 am-12:30 pm. “Decorate your own nature journal, then fill it up with observations and treasures you can find right here in Van Cortlandt Park!”
Friday | July 18
[BK] BYO Dyeing Workshop with Bengala Mud Dye & Indigo Dye, $50: 4-7 pm. “Bengala Mud Dye is one of the oldest natural dyes and is non-toxic. This workshop is eco-friendly, and the dyeing method is very easy. It's perfect for individuals or even families to enjoy together!”
Saturday | July 19
[BX] Home Hydroponics Microgreens Master Course (Summer Session 2025), $160: 10 am-12:30 pm. “In this hands-on 2-week course, you'll unlock the secrets of cultivating fresh, healthy food right in your own home.”
[MNHTN] Climate Writing Club: 11:30 am-1 pm. “We meet uptown on Saturday mornings to write about climate together — from fiction to newsletters to academic papers to journaling and everything in between.”
[GOV IS] Climate Creatives Workshop, Art Show, & Open Mic: Envisioning & Building the New Economy, $5: 12-5 pm. “Join our Climate Creatives community for a speculative fiction workshop to envision the new economy, paired with a skill share to make a world of green jobs a reality!”
[MNHTN] Outdoor Bike Repair Class: 1-2 pm. “Come and learn how to fix your own bike and do simple maintenance and tune ups.”
[BK] Acid Summer Party featuring Slow Food NYC: 5 pm-1 am. “This event is to commemorate Acid moving into their new headquarters at Farm.One. There will be guest bartenders making custom Acid cocktails, a DJ, and free samples!”
Sunday | July 20
[QNS] Queens Botanical Garden Compost Site Tours 2025: 12-1 pm. “Learn how we transform food scraps and horticultural waste into nutrient-rich compost, explore the different stages of decomposition, and see sustainable waste management in action.”