BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riverside Park Conservancy - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Riverside Park Conservancy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://riversideparknyc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Riverside Park Conservancy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T194210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T190814Z UID:10002658-1777885200-1777892400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing vol unteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information a bout how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate group s! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.o rg to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3/ 2026-05-04/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T190428Z UID:10002854-1778056200-1778065200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Camel Gardens at W 143rd St DESCRIPTION:Date: First and Third Wednesday of every month \nTime: 8:30am ' 11:00am \nMeeting Location: Riverbank (Camel) Playground at W 142nd St an d Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During this event\, well be working t ogether to clean up the park\, weed out introduced species\, and remove wo ody debris. Its a great opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outdoor s\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior experien ce is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable clothin g and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-camel-garde ns-at-w-143rd-st/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:Riverbank (Camel) Playground\, 675 Riverside Dr\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_9946-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185452Z UID:10002824-1778058000-1778068800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002868-1778074200-1778079600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T211627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191658Z UID:10002756-1778230800-1778238000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Pl ease sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you a re a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set u p a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5/2026-05-08 / LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002869-1778333400-1778338800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T194210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T190814Z UID:10002659-1778490000-1778497200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing vol unteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information a bout how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate group s! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.o rg to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3/ 2026-05-11/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T210200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191706Z UID:10002689-1778662800-1778670000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate between Hippo Playground and River Run Playground. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongsi de our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you need ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate cl othing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up th rough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email g rassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot/2026-05- 13/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185452Z UID:10002825-1778662800-1778673600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002870-1778679000-1778684400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260114T203417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T203417Z UID:10002483-1778695200-1778698800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Grassroots Volunteer Orientation (evening session) DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can get involved with our Grassroots Volunteer Pr ogram and help steward Riverside Park. All are welcome regardless of level of gardening experience. To reserve your seat\, please fill out the inter est form by clicking here. \nIf you would like to learn more about our Gra ssroots Volunteer Program\, please click here. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/grassroots-volunteer-orientation-5-1 3-2026/ LOCATION:Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House\, Peter Jay Sharp Volunteer House\ , NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/03/20241009_111026-2-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T185138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185210Z UID:10002814-1778747400-1778756400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Tunnel Gardens at W 148th St DESCRIPTION:Date: Second Thursday of every month \nTime: 8:30am- 11:00am \n Meeting Location: Ten Mile River Playground \nProject Details: During this event\, well be working together to clean up the park and weed out introd uced species. Its a great opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outdo ors\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior experi ence is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide al l the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable cloth ing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, pleas e email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-tunnel-gard ens-at-w-148th-st/2026-05-14/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/20240507_114249-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T210657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191654Z UID:10002719-1778749200-1778756400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Canopy Club at W 97th-120th St DESCRIPTION:Work with us beneath the beautiful tree canopy in the upper woo dlands of the park interior between 97th-120th St. We will be focusing on weeding\, vine pulling\, forest restoration\, and invasive species removal . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Pl ease sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you a re a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set u p a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-canopy-club/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/canopy-club-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T211627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191658Z UID:10002757-1778835600-1778842800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Pl ease sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you a re a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set u p a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5/2026-05-15 / LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T191245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191245Z UID:10002924-1778864400-1778871600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sunset Gardening at W 153rd St DESCRIPTION:Date: 3rd Friday of every month \nTime: 5pm ' 7pm \nMeeting Loc ation: W 153rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During this sunse t event\, well be working together to clean up the park and weed out intro duced species. Its a great opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outd oors\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior exper ience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide a ll the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable clot hing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, plea se email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-sunset-gard ening-at-w-153rd-st/2026-05-15/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_8611-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260212T133423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T133423Z UID:10002625-1778925600-1778936400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:Sandsational DESCRIPTION:Fresh sand means one thing in Riverside Park: Spring! Join Rive rside Park Conservancy as we freshen up the sand in your local playground! Sandsational starts with a bucket brigade led by kids\, and followed by p arents and caregivers. Our staff will be on hand\, and we will be providin g pails and shovels for kids. Join us at your favorite participating playg round! \nRegistration will open 4 weeks before the event. Stay tuned! \n \nWhat to wear/bring:\n Your own (filled!) water bottle\n Sturdy\, closed- toe shoes\n Long pants\n Comfortable clothing that can get dirty \nKeep al l personal items with you at all times\, as we will not have a secure area for bags. \nFor the safety of our staff and volunteers\, if on the day of the project you are sick or not feeling well\, STAY HOME! It is not worth the risk to you or to others. \nFamilies and volunteers of all ages are w elcome. For more info\, email volunteerevents@riversideparknyc.org. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/sandsational/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002871-1778938200-1778943600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-16/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T194210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T190814Z UID:10002660-1779094800-1779102000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Compost Compound at W 95th St DESCRIPTION:The Conservancys Sustainability team invites you to support us with compost processing and gardening work and at the 95th Street Compost Compound. \nThe compost that is currently in progress at our site is creat ed right here in Riverside Park! We utilize machinery for the composting w ork\, and when the compost is ready it will be applied to soil in the Park \, thus retaining nutrients from the debris that enters the site and closi ng the loop. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will pro vide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please w ear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing vol unteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information a bout how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate group s! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.o rg to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-the-compost-compound-3/ 2026-05-18/ LOCATION:95th Street Compost Compound CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 26/03/compost-compound.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T190428Z UID:10002855-1779265800-1779274800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Camel Gardens at W 143rd St DESCRIPTION:Date: First and Third Wednesday of every month \nTime: 8:30am ' 11:00am \nMeeting Location: Riverbank (Camel) Playground at W 142nd St an d Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During this event\, well be working t ogether to clean up the park\, weed out introduced species\, and remove wo ody debris. Its a great opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outdoor s\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior experien ce is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable clothin g and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-camel-garde ns-at-w-143rd-st/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Riverbank (Camel) Playground\, 675 Riverside Dr\, New York\, NY\, 10031\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_9946-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T210200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191706Z UID:10002690-1779267600-1779274800@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate between Hippo Playground and River Run Playground. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongsi de our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you need ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate cl othing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up th rough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email g rassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot/2026-05- 20/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185452Z UID:10002826-1779267600-1779278400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002872-1779283800-1779289200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T211318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191704Z UID:10002736-1779354000-1779361200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Island Vibes at W 97th-116th St DESCRIPTION:Help us show some love to these beautiful green spaces along Ri verside Drive! We will be focusing on weeding and trash removal. Location will rotate primarily between 99th St & 110th St; exact location will be s hared upon signup. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasio ns for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We wi ll provide all the tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Pl ease wear weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existi ng volunteers: Please sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFo r new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for informa tion about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversidepar knyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-island-vibes/2026-05-21 / LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/island-vibes-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T211627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191658Z UID:10002758-1779440400-1779447600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: South Park at W 68th St DESCRIPTION:Work together with our gardeners to maintain select areas of So uth Park. We will be primarily doing weeding and general horticultural mai ntenance. Please meet at the park entrance at 68th Street & Riverside Blvd . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Pl ease sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you a re a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set u p a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-south-park-5/2026-05-22 / LOCATION:W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd\, W 68th Street & Riverside Blvd CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/south-park-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20240816T225617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T184732Z UID:10000561-1779526800-1779534000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Ralph Ellison Memorial at W 150th St DESCRIPTION:Date: Fourth Saturday of every month \nTime: 9:00am- 11:00am \n Meeting Location: Ralph Ellison Memorial at 150th St and Riverside Drive \ nProject Details: During this event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introduced species\, and remove woody debris. Its a g reat opportunity to meet new people\, enjoy the outdoors\, and contribute to the well-being of our community. \nNo prior experience is necessary ' j ust bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forget to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and b ring a water bottle to stay hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for c orporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@rive rsideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/gardening-at-ralph-ellison-memorial/ 2026-05-23/ LOCATION:W 150th Street & Riverside Drive\, W 150th Street & Riverside Driv e\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 025/02/Ellison-Memorial-min-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002873-1779543000-1779548400@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-23/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T210200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191706Z UID:10002691-1779872400-1779879600@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: The Sweet Spot at W 72nd-96th St DESCRIPTION:Volunteer in the sweet spot of Riverside Park! This historic se ction of the park is home to majestic monuments\, beautiful native plant g ardens\, hidden forests\, and lovely river views. Well be working across t his part of the park in various gardens and woodland areas doing weeding\, mulching\, pruning\, and ecological restoration. The meeting location wil l rotate between Hippo Playground and River Run Playground. \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongsi de our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all the tools you need ' please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather-appropriate cl othing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Please sign up th rough the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email g rassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you are a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-in-the-sweet-spot/2026-05- 27/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/sweet-spot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T184510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T185452Z UID:10002827-1779872400-1779883200@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Sakura Park and Claremont at W 122nd St DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday \nTime: 9:00am ' 12:00pm \nMeeting Locati on: The Gazebo in Sakura Park \nProject Details: Sakura Park is a beautifu l area full of cherry trees and serene views. Were excited to partner you with our longtime gardener\, Winston Johnson\, to steward and show love to this area of Morningside Heights. \nYou will be gardening in Sakura Park and Claremont (across the street). Gardening can include weeding\, raking\ , shoveling\, pruning\, and other laborious work. Please dress comfortably with closed toe shoes and clothes that you dont mind getting dirty. \nThi s project is not suitable for corporate or school groups! If you are a cor porate or school group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-sakura-park-and-claremo nt-3/2026-05-27/ LOCATION:Sakura Park\, Sakura Park\, NY CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/20 25/03/Screenshot-2025-03-27-093557-e1744826320763.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260325T190906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T191001Z UID:10002874-1779888600-1779894000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: West Harlem Forest Tree Club DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Wednesday and Saturday \nTime: 1:30pm- 3:00pm \nMee ting Location: W 143rd St and Riverside Drive \nProject Details: During th is event\, well be working together to clean up the park\, weed out introd uced species\, and take care of our trees. This is part of a new restorati on project called the West Harlem Forest. Come learn and restore 7.5 acres with us! \nNo prior experience is necessary ' just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Well provide all the necessary tools and equipment. Dont forge t to wear comfortable clothing and shoes\, and bring a water bottle to sta y hydrated. \nThis project is not suitable for corporate groups! If you ar e a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set up a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/placepartner-opportunity-west-harlem -forest-tree-club/2026-05-27/ LOCATION:W 143rd Street & Riverside Drive\, W 143rd Street & Riverside Driv e CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/IMG_1361-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T024721 CREATED:20260312T210657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191654Z UID:10002720-1779958800-1779966000@riversideparknyc.org SUMMARY:PlacePartner Opportunity: Canopy Club at W 97th-120th St DESCRIPTION:Work with us beneath the beautiful tree canopy in the upper woo dlands of the park interior between 97th-120th St. We will be focusing on weeding\, vine pulling\, forest restoration\, and invasive species removal . \nPlacePartner Opportunities are weekly/monthly occasions for volunteers to work alongside our field staff and ParkTenders. We will provide all th e tools you need! Please bring water to stay hydrated. Please wear weather -appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nFor existing volunteers: Pl ease sign up through the Grassroots Volunteer Portal.\nFor new volunteers: Please email grassroots@riversideparknyc.org for information about how to get involved. \nThis event is not suitable for corporate groups! If you a re a corporate group\, please email caroline@riversideparknyc.org to set u p a project. URL:https://riversideparknyc.org/event/volunteer-at-canopy-club/2026-05-28/ LOCATION:Various CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riversideparknyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2 026/03/canopy-club-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR