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Go Green BK Newsletter for 6/12/2025
Your weekly source for all things Green in Brooklyn 
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Your Weekly Newsletter 6/12/2025 |
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Our Go Green BK calendar is bursting with fun and free/low-cost greentastic events, that celebrate and care for our beautiful world. Go camping in a Brooklyn Park, birding, kayaking, and saltwater fishing. Explore using natural materials to dye fabric. Enjoy a horseshoe crab discovery walk, a Brooklyn Bridge waterfront walk, a bonsai workshop at your favorite local brewery, and activities hosted by hundreds of community gardens during Open Garden Day this weekend. Get fit with pilates, zumba, and an uplifting wellness walk. Unwind with like-minded knitters. Check out a bluegrass open jam session, a chamber music performance, experimental dance/theater performances, a Shakespeare performance, and a Metropolitan Opera summer recital. Grab a blanket and take in a free summer movie in local parks and park centers: Captain America: Brave New World.
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Check out the full weekly calendar of eco events below. Go Green BK is here to showcase and share
your wonderful events, programs, and hard work. It's so easy to submit your calendar listings and articles directly online. Check back often to Go Green BK's online calendar to see what else is happening. So many ways to have fun and get involved in our community! So many ways to make our lives greener!
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See you all around the neighborhood! |
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WHSAD’S NEWTOWN CREEK ALLIANCE LIVING DOCK PROJECT
WHSAD students share their work with Newtown Creek Alliance's "Loving Dock" project.
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Tot Time! (MPJ State Park) | Thursday, June 12th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Learn about a different nature theme each week with a craft and guided storytime! Ages 5 and younger
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Green Jobs (New Lots Library) | Thursday, June 12th, 4:00 PM | Brooklyn
Learn about climate change and the diverse range of exciting green jobs that can contribute to solutions.
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Kayaking in Brooklyn Bridge Park | Thursday, June 12th, 5:00 PM | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Sunday, June 15th, 12:00 PM | Wednesday, June 18th, 5:00 PM | Brooklyn
Free kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park. All levels welcome!
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Scouts BSA Troop 26 | Thursday, June 12th, 5:30 PM | Brooklyn
Camping, cooking, fishing, hiking, riding, skiing, volunteering, and more. Check out the fun! Ages 10-17 years
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Sugar, Sugar! (Domino Park) | Thursday, June 12th, 7:00 PM | Brooklyn
Enjoy a free outdoor performing arts series, showcasing experimental performances spanning theater, dance, music, and puppetry.
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Prospect Park Wellness Walk | Friday, June 13th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Join an uplifting and energizing morning walk including scenic trails along the Lullwater, Peninsula, Midwood or Waterfall.
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Kingsland Wildflowers Open Hours | Friday, June 13th, 5:00 PM | Brooklyn
Learn about the green roofs, the native plants present, and the Newtown Creek while enjoying the golden hour from our scenic wildflower meadows.
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Cub Scouts Lucky Pack 7 | Friday, June 13th, 6:00 PM | Brooklyn
Do your kids (K-5) want to camp, fish, hike, ride horses, shoot arrows, ski and more? Learn fun skills and make great friends? Check out the Cub Scouts!
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Family Camping: Brooklyn (Marine Park) | Friday, June 13th, 6:00 PM | Brooklyn
Camp with Urban Park Rangers to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with our families. Families are chosen by lottery. Check NYC Parks website for details.
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8th Annual GreenThumb Open Garden Day NYC | Saturday, June 14th to Sunday, June 15th, All Day | Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks GreenThumb and hundreds of community gardens as they open their gates to the public for a weekend of free activities and exploration.
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McGolrick Bird Club | Saturday, June 14th, 9:00 AM | Brooklyn
Join the McGolrick Bird Club every Saturday at 9 AM at the corner of Russell St. and Driggs Ave.
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Dance Fitness at the Boathouse (Prospect Park) | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Get fit with zumba, a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. All levels
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Help the Garden Day at Highland Park Community Garden! | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Learn about this beautiful space and help keep it thriving. Tasks may include weeding communal beds, composting, and more.
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Domino Park Summer Fitness Program 2025 | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn.
Domino Park is offering free fitness classes every Saturday in the park! Featuring local fitness studios and professionals.
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It’s My Park at Leif Ericson Park | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Leif Ericson Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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Green Team (Brooklyn Bridge Park) | Saturday, June 14th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Support essential horticultural care, such as weeding, planting and mulching. It's a great way to learn about gardening, enjoy nature, and make a tangible difference.
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It’s My Park at Success Garden Playground | Saturday, June 14th, 11:00 AM | Brooklyn
Help beautify and activate Success Garden Playground! Come get your grooves on with a silent disco activity, stewardship activities, and a tour of Success Garden. We look forward to seeing you!
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Movie Nights at Von King: Captain America: Brave New World | Saturday, June 14th, 12:00 PM | Brooklyn
Come enjoy a free movie night at Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center on the weekends! All are welcome to these FREE viewings of popular cinema!
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Open Bluegrass Jam Session (East 4th St. Community Garden) | Saturday, June 14th, 1:00 PM | Brooklyn
Bring your guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc., and join in! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Kids are invited to dance along.
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Bargemusic Concerts at Brooklyn Bridge Park | Saturday, June 14th & Sunday, June 15th | 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM | Brooklyn
Enjoy chamber music at the Brooklyn Bridge Boathouse.
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Horseshoe Crab Discovery Walk at Plumb Beach | Saturday, June 14th, 6:00 PM | Brooklyn
Join sociology professor Lisa Jean Moore for a discovery walk to observe horseshoe crabs during their mating rituals and meet other marsh inhabitants!
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The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital | Saturday, June 14th, 7:00 PM | Brooklyn
An annual summer tradition, the Metropolitan Opera’s popular concert series in New York City parks concludes with a free outdoor recital series.
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Intro to Birding (Marine Park) | Sunday, June 15th, 9:00 AM | Brooklyn
Learn how to use binoculars and spot the fascinating birds that live in Marine Park’s salt marsh together with an expert from NYC Bird Alliance. Families are welcome.
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NBPA’s Garden Club: Under the K Bridge Park | Sunday, June 15th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
Want to get your hands in the dirt? Join the Garden Club this season for three volunteer opportunities each month in 3 distinct parks.
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It’s My Park at Sunset Park | Sunday, June 15th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Sunset Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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It’s My Park at McKinley Park | Sunday, June 15th, 10:00 AM | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify McKinley Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
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Waterfront Walks (Brooklyn Bridge Park) | Sunday, June 15th, 10:30 AM | Brooklyn
Join a free walking tour to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, Brooklyn Bridge Park’s sustainable design and ecology, and how the Park came to life! Learn More
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Father’s Day Saltwater Fishing (Transmitter Park) | Sunday, June 8th, 11:00 AM | Brooklyn
Join our Urban Park Rangers for free fishing lessons! Learn how to properly use a fishing rod. All equipment will be provided. Ages 8 and older.
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Teen Climate Justice: Stop Motion Animation (Coney Island Library) | Monday, June 16th, 4:00 PM | Brooklyn
Learn about Climate Justice and create a Public Service Announcement, using Stop Motion animation.
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Environmental Injustice: Race, Class, and Toxic Inequality | Monday, June 16th, 6:30 PM | Brooklyn
Join a three-part series exploring the intersection of racial inequality and the environment.
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BK CB1 SLA Review And DCA Committee Meeting | Monday, June 16th, 6:30 PM | Brooklyn
Get informed and engaged about 15 new liquor license applications, 18 liquor renewal applications, 12 new sidewalk cafe applications, and 4 previously postponed items.
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Natural Dyes (Greenpoint Library) | Tuesday, June 17h, 4:30 PM | Brooklyn
Explore using natural materials, such as plants and insects (ethically sourced!), to dye fabric and yarn. We’ll discuss the scientific dyeing processes, mordanting different materials, and color shifting.
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Greenhouse Gang (Kingsland Wildflowers) | Tuesday, June 17th, 5:00 PM | Brooklyn
Join Newtown Creek Alliance as we work in up-potting, weeding, and nursery maintenance in our Newtown Native Greenhouse and Nursery!
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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn (Greenpoint Library) | Tuesday, June 17th, 5:30 PM | Brooklyn
Join a group of like-minded folks to knit or crochet (or even cross-stitch or embroider!) for an hour of friendship and community.
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Much Ado About Nothing | Tuesday, June 17th & Wednesday, June 18th | 6:30 PM | Brooklyn
The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit presents a new take on the classic tale of love, deception, and misunderstandings, blending Latin influences, original music, and Shakespeare’s timeless wit.
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Bonsai Workshop at Farm.One Brew Lab | Tuesday, June 17th, 6:30 PM | Brooklyn
Join a night of fun learning the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends!
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BK CB1 Transportation Committee Meeting | Tuesday, June 17th, 6:30 PM | Brooklyn
Get informed and engaged about local issues.
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Weeding Wednesdays at Bushwick Inlet Park | Wednesday, June 18th, 6:00 PM | Brooklyn
Join us every week as we weed, mulch, tend bushes and blossoms, sometimes plant and water (if necessary).
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Sugar, Sugar! (Domino Park) | Wednesday, June 18th, 7:00 PM | Brooklyn
Enjoy a free outdoor performing arts series, showcasing experimental performances spanning theater, dance, music, and puppetry.
Learn More
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See the full calendar on Go Green BK website.
Add your own event to the online calendar here! |
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Go Green Brooklyn Hub was made possible with funding provided by the Office of the New York State Attorney General and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation through the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund. |
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