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…
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2013 Forum Schedule
Forum Schedule: 9:30 – Registration 10 – Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker 10:30 – Mayoral Candidates 12 – Pete Seeger & Musicians 12:45 – Lunch 1:30 – Grassroots Organizing Teach-In 3 – Teach-In Report-Back 3:30 – Raffle & Closing Statements
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…