No Shortage of Things to Do
Feb 12th, 2009 by Jervey
The Bronx River Alliance sends along this wonderful round-up of events. Not exclusively for Bronx River enthusiasts. No excuse for sitting at home bored the next couple of weeks:
February 12, 2009 (5:30 - 7:30 p.m.) Bronx River Alliance Winter Assembly - “I Love the Bronx River”
Harding Park Homeowners & Environmental Center, 1820 Gildersleeve AvenueWhether you have been working on the river for years, or you’re curious about getting involved for the first time, you are cordially invite to join us for a festive evening. Refreshments will be served.
To RSVP call (718) 430-4636.
February 12, 2009 (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) Crazy for Composting
The New York Botanical Garden-Watson Education Building, Room 302
This Q&A session provides the practical tips, advice, and encouragement you need to take composting to the next level, whether you are just starting out or have been digging in for years.RSVP required: e-mail bronxgreenup@nybg.org or call (718) 817-8543. Community garden members who attend and are registered with GreenThumb will be eligible to apply for spring delivery of free compost from GreenThumb.
For more information, visit the GreenThumb Website.
February 13, 2009 (6-8p.m.) Bronx River Art Center - Teen Movie Night
BRAC, 1087 East Tremont Avenue, 4th Floor Education Studios
For Bronx River Art Center students aged 13 and up. Bring a friend!
Held regularly every second friday of the month thru June 2009 (except April 10th).For more information, call the Art Center at (718) 589-5819.
February 18, 2009 (9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.) 4th Annual New York City Restoration Practitioners Meeting
Wave Hill, Armor Hall - enter at West 249 Street and Independence AvenueParking is limited! Free shuttle service will be available at 8:45a.m. at both Metro-North’s Riverdale Station and on Broadway at the terminus of the #1 train at West 242 Street.
For directions and more info click here.
RSVP to Anne Hunter at 718.549.3200 x223 or anneh@wavehill.org
February 19, 2009 (6 p.m.), Oyster Restoration Lecture Series Begins
Hudson River Park’s Pier 84 ClassroomThe NYC Oyster Gardening Program announces a series of five lectures on the history, science, and restoration of oysters in the NY/NJ Harbor Estuary. These free lectures will be held between February and June of 2009. More information.
February 28, 2009 (11:30 a.m.) 15th Annual Parks Speak Up
Lehman CollegePlease save the date for the next Speak Up! More details are coming soon.
Tuesdays March 31 - May 12, 2009 (6 - 9 p.m.) Master Composter Certificate Program
New York Botanical GardenBecome a Master Composter! In addition to the Tuesday evening classes, the course includes two Saturday field trips, and 30 hours of volunteer outreach. More information.