Deep-seeded roots: NYC’s urban farming history
Is urban farming just another hipster trend? Guest blogger Caity Flanagan reminds us of urban farming’s deep-“seeded” roots in NYC and the US.
A weekend activity guide to art and nature around NYC
A variety of projects, parks, and art shows currently on display provide viewers with an interactive way to explore nature without leaving New York City.
Get to know your local greenmarket
NYC now has 54 farmers markets covering every borough, with over 230 local farms and suppliers participating. Here’s a comprehensive guide to buying local food outside this summer.
The Bronx River, restored
The Bronx River is coming back to it’s former beauty, piece by piece. Michael Kimmelman of the New York Times shows how it is changing.
Brownfields or Vacant Lots In Your Life?
Is the New York City summer weather inspiring you to start a garden or farm? Unsure if your local vacant, empty space or yard is…
Mid-Summer Workshop Saturday July 14th
It’s mid-summer and thanks to the persistent sun, the sunflowers are doing great this year. We will be at La Finca this Saturday from 11-2pm to discuss the project and phytoremediation. Please join us.
So fresh and so green
GrowNYC has been working, with the help of the consumer (you!) to make NYC a more sustainable city for the environment, as well as homo sapiens!
Opening Day at the Field Lab
Saturday, April 14th is opening day at La Finca del Sur. Come launch season 2 at the field lab with us. We will be planting…
BEYOND THE SUPER-SQUARE – Oct. 28-30 (the Bronx)
Come see how a period of architectural production in Latin America and the Caribbean resonates with artists today. A series of panels and presentations. Source: supersquare.eventbrite.com, via City Atlas
kickstarter campaign for Field Lab
In 2010, youarethecity created the Field Guide to Phytoremediation, a DIY handbook to cleaning up toxic soils in your own backyard, neighborhood vacant lot, or…