Queens Botanical Garden
June 2023
Compost Build Community Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow! We will combine over 4,000 lbs of Queens-generated food scraps with equal parts QBG horticulture waste. Volunteers can help by bringing their own food scraps to the build! Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations…
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Rambling Rose Gala 2023
Honoring Joan N. and Norman Bluestone Foundation and its Trustees Sara B. Herbstman, President Ira Lichtiger, Board of Directors Joyce Bluestone, Board of Directors Michelle Potvin, Board of Directors Charles Herbstman, Board of Directors in recognition of their support of Queens Botanical Garden and commitment to the education of children in Queens Join us as we celebrate our 75th anniversary as a public garden and honor the Joan N. and Norman Bluestone Foundation and its Trustees by purchasing a sponsorship, tickets, or a…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Storytime & Craft – Pride Special
Drop in for a Pride-themed, family-friendly storytime and craft activities! Included in garden admission: Adults $6; Seniors (age 62+) $4; Students with ID $4; Individuals with Disabilities $4; Children (ages 4 to 12) $2; Children (3 and under) FREE; Members â FREE* Location: V&A Meeting Room *Not yet a Member? Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying…
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Poetry and Music Gathering with China Institute
Queens Botanical Garden and The China Institute welcome the community to enjoy performances of traditional Chinese music and poetry readings inspired by cultural connections linking Chinese people and the natural world. Performers will include pipa/qin virtuoso Zhou Yi, artistic director of the Ba Ban Chinese Music Society of New York and an internationally acclaimed soloist (Tan DunĘźs Concerto for Pipa and String Orchestra). The performance will be preceded by a guided tour of the garden - highlighting some of the…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
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đłď¸âđQueens at the Garden 2023: a Queens Botanical Pride Event
The Queens are in the Garden! Get your pride on and enjoy an evening of drag performances hosted by the incomparable queen, Marti Cummings, at the place where people, plants, and cultures meet! This year we have three amazing performers Nani Tsunami, Janae SaisQuoi, and our host Marti Cummings. We'll also have Pride-themed crafts available for all ages. Food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) available for purchase. Included in the ticket fee are after-hours access to the Garden, drag queen performances, DJ music,…
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Meadow to Medicine Intensive Course: Botany, Ethical Harvest, & Herbal Remedies
Calling all urban foragers, herbalists, botanists, and the foraging/herbalism/botany-curious! Queens Botanical Garden is partnering with bioregional herbalist Calyx Liddick of Northern Appalachia School for this hands-on, two-day intensive course. We will cover observing the natural world, plant identification, safe and ethical wild harvesting, basic phytochemistry, and principles of herbal medicine making. Get hands-on experience identifying medicinal plants for harvest and making herbal extracts. Register for both days and save, or come for one. Dates: Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June…
Find out more »Storytime & Craft: Father’s Day Cards
Drop in for Father's Day-themed, family-friendly storytime and craft activities! Included in garden admission: Adults $6; Seniors (age 62+) $4; Students with ID $4; Individuals with Disabilities $4; Children (ages 4 to 12) $2; Children (3 and under) FREE; Members â FREE* Location: Visitor & Administration Building Meeting Room *Not yet a Member? Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. To become a Member…
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Movie Night: The Lion King
Follow the adventures of lion cub Simba as he escapes perils, makes lifetime friends, and avenges his fatherâs death against his evil uncle, Scar. Before the movie, make a bug craft! The movie will begin at approximately 8:30pm. Rain Date is Saturday, June 24. Experience big screen magic with the beautiful backdrop of golden hour in the evening. Included in your ticket is a feature film screening, after-hours access to the Garden, a complimentary craft or performance (varies based on featured…
Find out more »Meadow to Medicine Intensive Course: Botany, Ethical Harvest, & Herbal Remedies
Calling all urban foragers, herbalists, botanists, and the foraging/herbalism/botany-curious! Queens Botanical Garden is partnering with bioregional herbalist Calyx Liddick of Northern Appalachia School for this hands-on, two-day intensive course. We will cover observing the natural world, plant identification, safe and ethical wild harvesting, basic phytochemistry, and principles of herbal medicine making. Get hands-on experience identifying medicinal plants for harvest and making herbal extracts. Register for both days and save, or come for one. Dates: Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June…
Find out more »Storytime & Craft – Juneteenth Special
Drop in for Juneteenth themed, family-friendly storytime and craft activities! Included in garden admission: Adults $6; Seniors (age 62+) $4; Students with ID $4; Individuals with Disabilities $4; Children (ages 4 to 12) $2; Children (3 and under) FREE; Members â FREE* Location: V&A Meeting Room *Not yet a Member? Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying all…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Storytime & Craft – Pride Special
Drop in for a Pride-themed, family-friendly storytime and craft activities! Included in garden admission: Adults $6; Seniors (age 62+) $4; Students with ID $4; Individuals with Disabilities $4; Children (ages 4 to 12) $2; Children (3 and under) FREE; Members â FREE* Location: V&A Meeting Room *Not yet a Member? Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. To become a Member and start enjoying…
Find out more »Compost Build Community Volunteer Days
Join the NYC Compost Project staff on our epic compost build days! Volunteers will experience a large-scale compost operation and get firsthand experience building a compost windrow! We will combine over 4,000 lbs of Queens-generated food scraps with equal parts QBG horticulture waste. Volunteers can help by bringing their own food scraps to the build! Volunteers will help empty bins of food scraps, remove contaminates, chop whole foods, and assist to maintain a clean space, all while having great conversations…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »July 2023
Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Movie Night: Shrek
Shrek goes on a quest to rescue the feisty Princess Fiona with the help of his loveable Donkey and win back the deed to his swamp from scheming Lord Farquaad. Rated PG. Before the movie, make lily pads and ogre ears! Ticket holders will be allowed into the Garden starting at 7pm. The crafts will be available starting at 7pm. The movie will begin at approximately 8:30pm. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE. ADVANCED TICKETS strongly recommended. Walk-ins welcome upon availability. About the…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Crafting with Scraps Series: Repurposing Materials for the Arts
Join us for the Crafting with Scraps Workshop Series to explore new and fun ways to get creative with your botanicals and food scraps before tossing them into the compost pile. Learn how to re-imagine leftovers and see new life in old material. A great event for composters and crafters of all ages. $10 Non-member / $8 Member* (Includes garden admission). Registration required; walk-ins welcome upon availability. REGISTER HERE Meeting Location: Farm or Rain Location: Visitor & Administration Building Terrace…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Fool’s Paradise Garden Party
Fool's Paradise Travel Present FP Garden Party 2023; "The Return to Queens." This year's FP Garden Party will make its long-awaited return to the borough of Queens, at QBG's illustrious urban oasis. Through this innovative partnership, Fool's Paradise Travel and Queens Botanical Garden will help New Yorkers rediscover and value of the city's public spaces and encourage guests to don their most fashionable attire, create beautiful picnic plots, and enjoy a luxurious outdoor experience. Fool's Paradise Travel is a company…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Crafting with Scraps Series: Repurposing Materials for the Arts
Join us for the Crafting with Scraps Workshop Series to explore new and fun ways to get creative with your botanicals and food scraps before tossing them into the compost pile. Learn how to re-imagine leftovers and see new life in old material. A great event for composters and crafters of all ages. $10 Non-member / $8 Member* (Includes garden admission). Registration required; walk-ins welcome upon availability. REGISTER HERE Meeting Location: Farm or Rain Location: Visitor & Administration Building Terrace…
Find out more »August 2023
Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
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Taiwan: A World of Orchids (Tenth Anniversary)
Stay tuned for details on the tenth anniversary of Taiwan: A World of Orchids at Queens Botanical Garden!
Find out more »Members-Only Orchid Evening
Queens Botanical Garden Members, get up close to the floral stars of our Taiwan: A World of Orchids exhibit! Enjoy wine and light snacks in the company of these floral beauties. Please note: this is a QBG Members-only event. Please check back for more details and registration!
Find out more »Taiwan: A World of Orchids (Tenth Anniversary)
Stay tuned for details on the tenth anniversary of Taiwan: A World of Orchids at Queens Botanical Garden!
Find out more »Taiwan: A World of Orchids (Tenth Anniversary)
Stay tuned for details on the tenth anniversary of Taiwan: A World of Orchids at Queens Botanical Garden!
Find out more »Crafting with Scraps Series: Repurposing Materials for the Arts
Join us for the Crafting with Scraps Workshop Series to explore new and fun ways to get creative with your botanicals and food scraps before tossing them into the compost pile. Learn how to re-imagine leftovers and see new life in old material. A great event for composters and crafters of all ages. $10 Non-member / $8 Member* (Includes garden admission). Registration required; walk-ins welcome upon availability. REGISTER HERE Meeting Location: Farm or Rain Location: Visitor & Administration Building Terrace…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Crafting with Scraps Series: Repurposing Materials for the Arts
Join us for the Crafting with Scraps Workshop Series to explore new and fun ways to get creative with your botanicals and food scraps before tossing them into the compost pile. Learn how to re-imagine leftovers and see new life in old material. A great event for composters and crafters of all ages. $10 Non-member / $8 Member* (Includes garden admission). Registration required; walk-ins welcome upon availability. REGISTER HERE Meeting Location: Farm or Rain Location: Visitor & Administration Building Terrace…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »September 2023
Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
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Apples & Honey Day
Celebrate harvest season with apples and honey! Fill your day with themed crafts, apples and honey tastings, local beer and cider, and meet our beekeeper! Wear your Beehive hair-do or create your own interpretation of a beehive in our hat workshop to show off in our Pollinator Parade. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome. Free; included in Garden admission. Check back for link to purchase tickets! While the event is free, garden admission must be paid at entrance: Adults $6; Seniors (age…
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Farm Community Volunteer Day
Help prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects. Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »October 2023
Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »Compost Beautification Community Volunteer Days 2023
Join the NYC Compost Project Staff to care for our compost demo site by weeding, mulching, planting, applying compost, and gardening. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves. FREE; Registration required. Takes place on Wednesdays, 1pm to 3pm. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large student, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email [email protected].
Find out more »November 2023
Horticulture Community Volunteer Day
Help keep Queens Botanical Garden clean, green, and growing! Join QBG's horticulture staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects, including weeding, watering, pruning, planting, mulching, and more! Explore the beauty of QBGâs ever-changing scenery as our flowers bloom, trees grow, and community comes together. This is an outdoor event, please dress for the…
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