Queens Botanical Garden
October 2018
Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops. Tasks vary by event, and may include weeding, harvesting, planting activities, processing food scraps, building a compost pile, or sifting finished compost. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities are included with garden admission.
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Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see what’s growing! Founded in 2013, our farm demonstrates the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens. Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants. Farm Open Hours are included with garden admission.
Find out more »Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities
Join the NYC Compost Project to lend a hand at our urban farm or learn how composted food scraps nourish the soil. Find out how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops. Tasks vary by event, and may include weeding, harvesting, planting activities, processing food scraps, building a compost pile, or sifting finished compost. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Farm & Compost Volunteer Opportunities are included with garden admission.
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Pumpkin Patch
QBG's ever-popular Pumpkin Patch is back and bigger than ever to bring you the quintessential fall family experience every weekend in October and on Columbus Day! Reserve admission to the Patch and your pumpkins today! Click here to purchase tickets. Does not include Garden admission. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Rain or shine. MORE ABOUT THE PATCH: Choose a 3-hour window for the whole family to spend at the Patch, where you can pick out the perfect pumpkins to carve as…
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Pumpkin Patch
QBG's ever-popular Pumpkin Patch is back and bigger than ever to bring you the quintessential fall family experience every weekend in October and on Columbus Day! Reserve admission to the Patch and your pumpkins today! Click here to purchase tickets. Does not include Garden admission. Drop-ins welcome upon availability. Rain or shine. MORE ABOUT THE PATCH: Choose a 3-hour window for the whole family to spend at the Patch, where you can pick out the perfect pumpkins to carve as…
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15-Minute Mini Garden Photo Sessions
Sign up for a 15-minute mini photo session by professional family photographer Eryn Hatzithomas (www.ehatziphoto.com). Receive eight (8) photos to remember this time in your life. Photos are taken in QBG’s Pumpkin Patch, a wonderful, harvest-themed backdrop and setting. In case of rain or inclement weather, an alternative indoor location for photos will be provided. Ideal for couples and individual families for family portraits of three to seven people. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Includes Garden admission. Drop-ins…
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Halloween at the Garden
Make a seasonal botanical craft, see a magic show, and meet and take pictures with Flora, QBG’s friendly mascot! Show off your Halloween costume and bring your trick-or-treat bags! Schedule: 12 to 4pm: Trick or Treat Trail 12 to 4pm: Craft Activities 12 to 4pm: Face Painting (additional fee) 12 to 4pm: Carnivorous Plant Display by Midtown Carnivores 1 to 2pm: Magic Show 2:30 to 4pm: Costume Dance Party Included with Garden admission. Drop-in. $10 parking rate in effect. TIP:…
Find out more »Farm Open Hours
Drop in at QBG Farm & Compost to see what’s growing! Founded in 2013, our farm demonstrates the link between composting and sustainable farming in the heart of Queens. Our organically managed farm produces a diversity of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and other beneficial plants. Farm Open Hours are included with garden admission.
Find out more »November 2018
Horticulture Volunteer Days
Help keep QBG clean, green, and growing! Join our horticulture staff for an engaging, educational day where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with our plants. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. Required registration opens one month prior to each volunteer day: 2018qbghortvolunteering.eventbrite.com Includes Garden Admission
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Art of Indoor Bonsai Workshop
Students learn about bonsai traditions, artistic design principles, bonsai horticulture, and both short and long-term maintenance. Each participant will leave with a finished bonsai potted into a bonsai pot, working with a tropical or sub-tropical tree that can grow well in apartments. All materials included, recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult). Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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Fall Community Volunteer Day
Roll up your sleeves and keep QBG clean and green! Led by QBG staff, volunteers will participate in a variety of gardening activities. Registration required. Click here to register.
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Hanging Planter Macramé Workshop
Learn the basics behind macramé, textile produced by knotting. Join Melissa Taylor of terra + twine to get an idea of what it takes to design your own piece. This class will focus on creating a hanging planter and QBG will provide a selection of ideal plants for you to design your piece around! Recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult). Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
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15-Minute Mini Garden Photo Sessions
Sign up for a 15-minute mini photo session by professional family photographer Eryn Hatzithomas (www.ehatziphoto.com). Receive eight (8) photos of your family with beautiful fall foliage as your backdrop. In case of rain or inclement weather, an alternative indoor location for photos will be provided. Ideal for couples and individual families for family portraits of three to seven people. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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Evening Cocktail & Craft: Terrarium Open Bar
In our last Evening Cocktail & Craft event of the year, create your own miniature world from an assortment of plants, containers, and tiny décor!All materials provided. Adults 21+ only. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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Floral Design: Holiday Centerpiece
Try your hand at creating your own holiday centerpiece! Participants will be introduced to tips and techniques used by pros, and take home their own centerpiece. All materials included. Recommended for adults and children ages 10+ (accompanied by participating adult). Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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Art in the Garden Closing Reception: Impressive Plants, Selections from Our Herbarium
Enjoy one last look at the exhibit, Impressive Plants, Selections from Our Herbarium. Registration required. Click here to purchase tickets. Drop-ins welcome upon availability.
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »December 2018
Wreath Making Workshop
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Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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Christmas in the Garden
Get into the holiday spirit! Live musical performances, photos with Santa (fee required), holiday crafts, tree lighting, and blowout sales at QBG Shop! Save the date! Check back for more information soon.
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshop
Save the date! Check back for more information soon.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Wreath Making Workshop
Save the date! Check back for more information soon.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
Find out more »Activity Table
Family-friendly botanically themed arts and crafts activities. Included with Garden admission. Drop-in.
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