This summer we continue the tradition of hosting our meetings at community gardens around the city. June’s general meeting will take place at: Children’s Magical Garden, corner of Norfolk and Stanton Streets, Manhattan. F, J, M trains to Delancey/ Essex…
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2013 Board Elections
NYCCGC will hold Board elections this September. To qualify for the election, you must have been to three (3) NYCCGC meetings by (and including) August 2013. Eligible meetings include committee meetings such as the Forum Planning Committee, as well as…
May General Meeting – 5/16, 6:30pm
Want to get involved with NYCCGC? Come to a general meeting! NYCCGC general meetings are great ways to meet fellow gardeners, learn about the issues affecting community gardens, and join in on the work. This May, meetings will be held…
Bronx Urban Farms Trolley Tours 2013
The annual Bronx Urban Farms Trolley Tours are a great way to see Bronx community gardens and urban farms! Full schedule and registration information is below. All tours will depart from and return to 810 Seventh Avenue, corner of West…
Thank you!
The Mayoral Forum was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came, and especially to those of you who volunteered your time and led workshops. We were able to interview several candidates at the forum, and plan to post…
Karen Washington to be Keynote Speaker at Mayoral Forum
We are excited and humbled to announce that Karen Washington, former President of NYCCGC, will be keynote speaker at the 2013 NYCCGC Mayoral Forum. Karen Washington has lived in New York City all her life, and has been a resident…
Pete Seeger To Be Honored Guest at Garden Coalition Mayoral Forum
For immediate release (PDF): Pete Seeger, renowned folk artist, avid environmentalist and tireless social justice advocate, will be honored at the New York City Community Garden “Mayoral Forum and Grassroots Organizing Teach-In” on Saturday, April 27th. Seeger, whose art and…
Questionnaire for the Candidates
With input from community gardeners and allies, NYCCGC has compiled a questionnaire for the mayoral candidates to get their positions on community gardens on record. Download a copy of the questionnaire here.
March General Meeting 3/21, 6:30pm, in 3 Boroughs
Once again, NYCCGC will be hosting three general meetings simultaneously in three boroughs. Come to whichever is most convenient for you. Invite your neighbors and fellow gardeners. This meeting is a great opportunity to meet fellow gardeners and discuss common…
Ask the mayoral candidates about community gardens
In anticipation of our April 27th Mayoral Forum, we need your input on a short questionnaire asking the mayoral candidates to take a position on community gardens. Send us your suggestions below!