Community Greening Workshops
Brooklyn Botanic Garden promotes urban greening through education, conservation, and creative partnerships. Working with block associations, community gardens, and other service groups, the Garden is building a vibrant network of people, places, and projects dedicated to making Brooklyn a greener place. Learn More ›
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Upcoming Workshops
These workshops are free, but preregistration is required.
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Pest Management for Urban Food Gardeners
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Take home creative, ecologically friendly tactics to protect your delicious vegetables, fruit, and herbs from Brooklyn’s most prevalent and pernicious pests. Learn More › about Pest Management for Urban Food Gardeners
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Composting 101: Getting Started
Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Leave with the tools and confidence to begin your compost journey on solid ground. Learn More › about Composting 101: Getting Started
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How to Green Your Block
Thursday, April 24 & Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Ever wondered what it takes to make your block greener? Recruit a few neighbors and head on over to BBG where our staff, joined by some winning Greenest Block in Brooklyn gardeners, will encourage you to see your block's potential with fresh eyes. Learn More › about How to Green Your Block
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Street Tree Care Basics: How to Green Your Block
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn best practices to spruce up your tree beds while improving the health and resilience of your block’s trees. Learn More › about Street Tree Care Basics: How to Green Your Block
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Crafting Community Care: DIY Herbal Teas
Wednesday, May 21 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Whether it’s a cuppa to warm the soul, a gargle, a steam, a bath, a dye, a hair rinse, or the start to a syrup, the applications of herbal teas are almost infinite. Learn More › about Crafting Community Care: DIY Herbal Teas
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
Compost Troubleshooting Q & A
Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 6–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Bring your questions and get tools and strategies for bringing your compost back into beautiful balance. Learn More › about Compost Troubleshooting Q & A
