EXPO Gowanus is a free event created by the Gowanus Canal Conservancy (GCC), featuring Design, Stewardship and Investigation projects that beautify and enhance the health of the Gowanus Canal and Watershed.
For its Spring Fundraiser, the The Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory Board will be hosting a screening of “Racing to Zero.” This documentary explores San Francisco’s goal of reaching zero waste. In light of the recently announced OneNYC zero waste goals, we will host a panel discussion on where NYC stands in relation to SF.
Join the discussion and tour organized by GreenHomeNYC to learn how two key issues - sustainability and affordability - are being bridged through innovative housing development and preservation in the Bronx.
A historic tour of Williamsburg, Brooklyn as part of the Museum of City of New York's collaboration with Municipal Art Society’s “50 for the 50th!” Tours.
NatureFest is a family celebration of environmental awareness and local natural history. It has blossomed into a community event, thanks to participation from science, environmental, and nature groups from around New York City. Admission is free (and fun for the whole family!).
Come enjoy free short canoe trips for beginners and families!
As rents rise, Bushwick has become a haven over the years for street artists and graffiti writers seeking lower rent, leaving the area saturated with art. Come along as we explore the legal and illegal sides of the artistic community.
Come be awed by the Bronx River's beauty: bike with NYC H2O's Matt Malina & Leigh Wells to tour the river from Williamsbridge Oval to its source in Valhalla!
Did you know that the Bronx River is NYC's only true fresh water river? It was considered as a source for NYC's drinking water in the 1830's but was labelled "an open sewer" by the end of that century. The river has made a comeback since the days of reckless dumping and now supports many forms of aquatic life like Alewife Herring and even a beaver named "Jose."
Join "Free Pilates in the Park" Central Park, offered by Youplus
Participants can decorate and recycle their bikes at the Socrates Sculpture Park before enjoying a bike parade along Vernon Boulevard.
Come celebrate the Bronx River's First Fish Passage during our annual Bronx River Festival "Hello Herring"!
Since starting in 2008, this event has become an annual staple of community life. Now, it is the place to go to learn about local sustainability initiatives while sampling local food, art and music.