GreenThumb workshop: Garden design Learn how to design for beautiful and effective urban gardening in 4-by-8-foot wooden raised beds. Explore strategies for gathering design ideas to make gardens that fit a community’s unique need and character. Dabble in the basic elements and best practices of …
The Highbridge Forest Crew works to remove invasive plants from the park and to care for recently planted native trees. As part of the Forest Crew. you will learn basic invasive and native plant identification, proper removal techniques, and an …
Volunteer day to care for Highbridge Forest in Manhattan Read More »
The CJYS is the largest gathering of young people of color on climate change in NYC. Last year more than 750 young adults came to the event and were later mobilized to be part of the frontline at the People’s …
COMPASSION: For the Animals Great & Small A project by artist Mary Ting Opening: Wednesday, August 12, 2015, World Elephant Day, 6-8pm August 12 – Sept. 27, 2015 Chinese American Arts Council Gallery 456 456 Broadway 3rd floor, NYC 10013 …
Wild blackberries can be picked in Prospect Park throughout the late summer. Learn what you can pick and eat from Prospect Park on this four-hour tour. Prospect Park, always a great park for foraging, is spectacular in summer. There are many terrific …
Foraging tour in Prospect Park (Brooklyn) with Wildman Steve Brill Read More »
What is Environmental Justice
Off and On: The Climate Movement and the Road Through Paris Thursday September 10th @7:00 to 9:30pm BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC Howard Gilman Opera House 30 Lafayette Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11217 After many years of talking about climate change, we're finally at …
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Since 2009 there have been over 400 events hosted by governments, organizations, companies and universities in formats such as conferences, lectures, high-profile debates, concerts, community projects, screenings, closed door meetings and art exhibitions. Climate Week NYC events all share the same …
Film Screening & Discussion : Rescue Story on Bears & the Bear Bile Industry Friday, September 18th 6:45-8:00pm Cages of Shame, a rescue journey of 10 bears from bile farm to sanctuary 8:00-8:20pm Q&A with award-winning filmmaker Martin Guinness 8:20-8:45pm Chinese traditional …
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2015 is a pivotal year for sustainable development! As we move from the MDGs to the SDGs, we need to hear from you! This year’s conference theme is Implementing the SDGs: Getting Started. The aim of the conference is to …
International Conference on Sustainable Development Read More »