Welcome April | NYC Green Events
Here's the curated list of volunteer and social opportunities for NYC environmentalists from March 31st through April 6th.
Hi friend,
It’s [almost] Earth Month! Volunteer events are ramping up around NYC and there will be plenty of opportunities to dive in. Pace yourself and invite a friend. (Maybe forward this newsletter so they can send you events they want to check out, too?) Our planet needs your energy, your enthusiasm, your creativity, and your commitment. I hope to run into you sometime this month! No idea where to start - don’t forget about this blog post my friend Deb and I put together on climate actions based on your astrological sign.
🌎, 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
Wednesday
APR 2 - [QNS] Compost, Art, Farm and learn at Rusty Wheelbarrow Farm, 9-11 am, 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.
Thursday
APR 3 - [BX] Trail Work Thursdays, 9 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact!” Register here.
APR 3 - [QNS] Morning Street Tree Care with DLR Group, 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Join us to clean, care for, and add mulch to trees in and around the Kaufman Astoria Arts District, thanks to District 26 CM Julie Won!” Register here.
APR 3 - [QNS] Afternoon Street Tree Care with DLR Group, 1-3 pm, volunteer. “Members of the public are invited to join corporate volunteers from the DLR Group to care for trees in the area.” Register here.
Friday
APR 4 - [BK] FABSCRAP Brooklyn Volunteer, 9 am-12 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.” Register here.
Saturday
APR 5 - [BK] Sort-A-Thon 2025, 9 am-9 pm, volunteer. “We need you - we’re recruiting all our FAB friends to come and help sort fabric. Our goal is to sort 3,000 pounds of textiles in one day! FABSCRAP will provide meals, entertainment, and special activities and events throughout - like a very productive party! :)” Join waitlist here.
🌾 APR 5 - [MNHTN] Saturday Stewardship at Gotham Park (Garden & Clean Up), 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Let's gather at Gotham Park to garden, clean up litter, and make our community space beautiful together!” Register here.
APR 5 - [BX] Cross Country Course Volunteer Days, 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Be a part of the community effort to maintain the Cross Country Trail in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact!” Register here.
APR 5 - [BK] Street Tree Care w/ Friends of Clinton Hill Library, 2-4 pm, volunteer. “Join us to clean, care for, and add mulch the street trees in District 35!” Register here.
Sunday
APR 6 - [BK] Street Tree Care w/ CuRBA and Walt L Shamel Community Garden, 10 am-12 pm, volunteer. “Join us to clean, care for, and add mulch the street trees in District 35!” Register here.
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Monday
MAR 31 - [BK] Visible Mending Workshop: Layered Patching, 6-8 pm, $33. “Author, mending and fashion historian, professor, and practitioner (i.e. host of #MendMarch on Instagram), Kate will be leading a Visible Mending Workshop on Layered Patching!” Purchase tickets here.
MAR 31 - [QNS] Climate Justice Mayoral Forum, 6:30 pm. “Find out more about NYC's Mayoral candidates' climate and environmental justice plans to protect the most vulnerable communities and ensure NYC is adequately prepared to face a changing climate.” RSVP here.
Tuesday
APR 1 - [MNHTN] The Sustainable Retail Collective, 6-8 pm. “This interactive think tank session will foster discussions on co-retailing, collaborative business models, and resource-sharing strategies that can help combat burnout and create lasting impact.” Register here.
Wednesday
APR 2 - [QNS] Queens Hour of Climate Action, 7-8 pm. “In 60 minutes, we get up to speed on a timely climate issue, learn how we can impact it this week, and then actually take action.” RSVP here.
APR 2 - [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.” RSVP here.
Thursday
APR 3 - [MNHTN] Visible Mending Workshop: Denim Upcycling, 6-9 pm, $65+. “You'll work with denim and other materials to mend and embellish your clothing in a sustainable way.” Purchase tickets here.
Friday
APR 6 - [MNHTN] Mending Circle, 5-6 pm. “Join us for a social, collaborative opportunity to repair your clothing.” RSVP here.
Saturday
APR 5 - [BK] Gowanus Art Walk & Climate Talk with Gotham SideWalks, 12-1:30 pm, $10 suggested donation. “This 1.5 hour walk will focus on art and community around the Gowanus canal, along with environmental and climate concerns. Wear comfortable shoes!” Register here.
🌾 APR 5 - [MNHTN] Hands Off! New York City Fights Back, 1-3 pm. “This mass mobilization day is our message to the world that we do not consent to the destruction of our government and our economy for the benefit of Trump and his billionaire allies. Alongside Americans across the country, we are marching, rallying, and protesting to demand a stop the chaos and build an opposition movement against the looting of our country.” Additional details here.
APR 5 - [BK] Consumed //Exhumed Gallery Show, 5-9 pm. “In Consumed // Exhumed, the Collective explores the tension between consumption—both physical and emotional—and the act of exhumation, or unearthing what has been buried, forgotten, or discarded. This show invites reflection on how we are shaped by what we take in and how we, in turn, leave traces behind.” RSVP here.
Sunday
APR 6 - [BK] Private Tour & Tasting @ Farm.One, Brooklyn's Cutting-Edge Hydroponic Farm, 2-3 pm, $40. “Whether you're a foodie, techie, environmentalist, or just someone looking for a totally new and unique experience, now's your chance to explore the future of urban farming and see how science and technology are helping one indoor farm grow a wide variety of culinary plants.” Purchase tickets here.
APR 6 - [BK] Earth Month Clothing Swap + Mending Workshop, 2-4 pm. “This Earth Month, Threadability Studio and Sustainable Sabs are connecting once again to host a community clothing swap, featuring a mending corner to give your favorite pieces some extra tlc.” RSVP here.
APR 6 - [BK] Brooklyn Clothing Swap!, 2-4 pm. “Bring up to 20-30 pieces of gently worn clothing, shoes, or accessories and take any items other people brought from fellow swappers.” RSVP here.
APR 6 - [BK] Darn it! Mending Club at the Textile Arts Center, 6-9 pm, $12.51. “Coming together at the Textile Arts Center on the first Sunday of each month, we can explore this intervention through the act of mending our precious textiles: forming relationships with our clothes, objects, and with each other.” Purchase tickets here.