A Bespoke reader mentioned that they had just moved to Hamilton Heights and was wondering how to get involved with the some of the local community gardens. Most of these local gardens have volunteer help so asking someone on the premise might be a good way to go when passing by especially in the mornings. Some of the larger gardens such as the Convent Garden on 151st Street and St. Nicholas Avenue are listed by the Parks Department. Does anyone have other suggestions on how to get involved with community garden associations?
Volunteering in community gardens is a great way to get to know your neighbors and make a positive contribution to your neighborhood. Agreed, stop by and talk to the gardeners about how to get involved, even if all the plots are taken you can still help out with work days or offer to watch the gate to help with open hours.
ReplyDeletethere's a garden on the walk down to Fairway (don't know the street, but under the overpass). I asked those gardeners how to snag a plot (there's vegetable and flower plots). I was told I first had to volunteer with a department, probably the parks department--can't remember all the details--and this would earn me priveledges. Not sure if this applies to all the city gardens, or just the ones where you can grow your own food.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have a link to a website or phone # especially the one in Hamilton Heights?
ReplyDeleteThe direct approach is best. Find a garden you like close to where you live and usually there is a sign posted with hours, contact, and volunteer requests. There is also "It's My Parks Day". Also, www.westharlemcppo.org is great for information about the West Harlem Community.
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