Gay Talese and a city of permanent change
City Atlas sits down with Gay Talese to learn his thoughts about the future and the past of New York City, which has been his home for 60 years.
Stop ‘N’ Swap in Washington Heights
GrowNYC’s community “swaps” provide the perfect opportunity to find new homes for things you no longer need. Bring clean, reusable, portable items such as clothing, house wares, games, books, & toys that you no longer need, and take home something new-to-you, free!
The power of local governments to plan for climate change
In a country where the president has been forced to work around Congress on climate strategy, the onus may be on local governments to take the challenge of long-term climate planning into their own hands. And local governments around the U.S. and the globe seem to be attempting just that, according to the results of the Urban Climate Change Governance Survey.
Inwood Canoe Club Open House
Every Sunday from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, the Inwood Canoe Club invites members of the public who can swim to join them for a guided, 20-25 minute kayak tour of the Hudson River just north of the George Washington Bridge.
Fracking and China’s Energy Revolution Panel Discussion
Join The Asia Society for an exclusive preview of a yearlong investigation by Mother Jones and Climate Desk into China’s nascent fracking boom, followed by discussion of China’s energy future moderated by Climate Desk producer James West, in conversation with Mother Jones reporter Jaeah Lee, Asia Society’s Orville Schell, energy adviser Ella Chou, and Gasland director Josh Fox.
Revelry By the River
Revelry By the River is Solar One’s annual Awards Dinner and a celebration of sustainability in New York City. Each year, Revelry honors individuals and companies leading the way in improving New York City’s environmental quality.
Mass evening bike ride
The Critical Mass bike ride meets the last Friday of every month at Union Square Park North.
Critical Mass evening bike ride
The Critical Mass bike ride meets the last Friday of every month at Union Square Park North.
Madison urban club for kids — Grow Together at Madison Square Park
The Madison Urban Club for Kids (M.U.C.K.) has officially launched! This horticultural workshop series is designed to provide local children in the Madison Square Park…
Pollen Nation with Master Beekeeper Jim Fischer
Jim Fischer, a beekeeper the Director of Education of NYC Beekeeping, will be speaking about bees.
People’s Climate March – Metro Area Organizing Meeting
The May 20th People’s Climate March Mobilizing Meeting is an opportunity for you to learn about the planning process so far and to help plan a mass outreach strategy for the People’s Climate March.
Get Unstuck: Secure funding and people to launch that social impact project NOW!
At this month’s Think Act Change learn how you can use crowdfunding to make your idea happen.
GreenThumb Workshop: Building a GardenHaus
Ever wondered, “What can I build in my community garden?” Join GreenThumb for a GardenHaus build day at Carolina Garden.
Bryant Park Birding Tours
Discover the surprising diversity of the birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours.
Bryant Park Birding Tours
Discover the surprising diversity of the birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours.