The Healing Gardens of New York
Jan 27th, 2009 by Jervey
Can’t vouch personally, but I’ve heard good things about this film.
Location: Orchard House Cafe, 58th Street at 1st Avenue, NYC
Date: Saturday, January 31, 8:30 PM
Reservations recommended: email requests to mail@orchardhousecafe.comThe Healing Gardens of New York
Producer, Alexandra Isles, will introduce this beautiful and inspiring documentary and after the showing invite audience discussion.The Healing Gardens of New York tells the stories of the lives and communities transformed by gardens and green spaces created in response to crime, neglect, poverty and urban decay. This wonderful film illustrates the significance of gardens and green spaces in the face of ever growing urbanization and development. In cities dominated by glass and concrete, the film takes an in depth look at how gardens can be a platform for social change and an opportunity to develop new skills and transform lives.