CSA CLIFF NOTES: Your Go Green BK Newsletter for 5/10/2018
Your weekly source for all things Green in BK.
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Hello Go Greeners!
The air is bright, the sky is warm, and it's time to start thinking about the bounty of our vegetable gardens. Don't have a vegetable garden? Than maybe it's time to start thinking about a CSA share! You can learn all about 'em
this week's feature.
Next, there's something in the air at PS 31! The Department of Energy knows it: that's why they gave that school $10,000! Amazing! Find out more in
this week's exciting episode of our ongoing Eco-Schools Journal!
Then, it's hoppin' out there! From swapping jewelry to painting Ghost Bikes, Brooklyn needs YOU! Activate yourself with our fabulous
event calendar.
Finally, mark your calendars for Saturday, June 2, in McCarren Park, for our 11th annual
GoGreenBK! Festival. And then head down to our
weekly quiz to get yourself a prize!
And don't forget to follow us on
Facebook,
Instagram, and
Twitter!
Go Green BK!
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CSA Cliff Notes
Community Supported Agriculture is a phenomenon that has take our cities by storm. The idea is simple: unite farmers with customers, and cut out the middleman. It all means more fresh produce for you! Learn more about local CSAs, and sign yourself up!
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Jewelry Swap
Friday, 5/11, 7pm
Bring your jewelry to this event and an appraiser will “appraise” your pieces. In return, you get to shop for jewelry of the same value, and leave in the same number that you came with!
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Healing Plants 101
Saturday, 5/12, 2pm
Come hang out for an afternoon class of sipping soothing teas and propagating plants. Together, we will explore a variety of helpful plants and discover new ways to take care of ourselves. All participants will take home a customized tea blend and a medicinal plant.
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Ghost Bike Workday
Saturday, 5/12, 11am
We need all hands on deck to build and install 15 Ghost Bikes. No prior knowledge needed; just show up and we will show you how it is done. Find us in the backyard of the Greenpoint Reform Church!
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The Nature Fix
Wednesday, 5/16, 7:30pm
Delving into completely new research, author Florence Williams uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and ultimately strengthen our relationships.
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Watercolor Painting by the River
Thursday, 5/17, 6:30pm
Join us for a free watercolor painting series along the river. Ashton Agbomenou will teach free adult watercolor classes demonstrating how to use line, shape, and color to render an image. Bring an image that you would like to paint during the 2 hour session. Supplies will be provided and beginners are welcome.
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See more events like this on our
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This week's prize: a Free Beer or Wine at the fabulous Brooklyn Label! A new sister venue to the beloved Le Gamin, Brooklyn Label offers a French gaze at the classic American diner, and is lovely and sunny and delicious.
BROOKLYN LABEL
180 Franklin St.
Brooklyn, NY 11222 |
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