HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR, STARTING AT THE EAST FOURTH STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN (FREE)

Historical Walking Tour

Saturday, November 7th

1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

 

From the East Fourth Street Community Garden: 

Tour director and garden member Jonathan Goldstein leads a micro tour of the area around the garden to explore how our little patch of paradise became what it is today. Starting at the garden, we'll do a brief walk while exploring the area's evolution from Native territory to the garden we call home.

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

MAKE THE PUMPKIN SMASH A SMASHING SUCCESS (FREE)

 

Pumpkin Smash

Sunday, November 8th

10:00 a.m. to noon

 

Compost your Halloween jack-o-lanterns, painted pumpkins, and uncarved, unadorned pumpkins at the Third Annual Pumpkin Smash.

 

Bring the pumpkins to the East Fourth Street Community Garden on Sunday, November 8th, between 10:00 a.m. to noon, and they'll be turned into compost for the garden. Being 90% water, they'll help moisten the garden's soil. 

 

Pumpkins with glitter or candles won't be accepted because they can't be composted.

 

You're also welcome to bring leaves to compost. Garden trimmings won't be accepted--just leaves.

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

SING FOR FALL! A COMMUNITY SONG CIRCLE FOR ALL AGES (FREE, OUTDOORS)

 

Community Song Circle for All Ages

Sunday, October 25th

1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

From the East Fourth Street Community Garden:

Our last Community Song Circle for All Ages from 1:00 to 2:30pm. We'll have a list of songs to share and also welcome participants to lead a favorite song or suggest a song for someone else to lead.

All events in the garden are free.

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TRAINING (FREE)

 

Rights of People with Disabilities Training

Sunday, October 25th

3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

New York City Commission on Human Rights representatives will be offering training on the rights of people with disabilities. The program will educate people about their rights and their obligations under the law.

 

The free training will take place this Sunday, October 25th, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The East Fourth Street Community Garden will host it.

 

From the New York City Commission on Human Rights: 

The New York City Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on a person’s disability and promotes independent and equal access for people with disabilities who live in, work in, or visit New York City.

 

The Law protects people with disabilities from discrimination at work, in their homes, and in public spaces. The NYC Commission on Human Rights enforces the Law and is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities are able to enjoy all that our city has to offer. 

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER NEW YORK CITY'S HUMAN RIGHTS LAW (FREE)

 

City Human Rights Law Overview Training

Sunday, October 18th

3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

 

Representatives from the New York City Commission on Human Rights will present a City Human Rights Law Overview Training to educate people about their rights and obligations under the law. The training is free.

 

The training will be presented on Sunday, October 18th, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the East Fourth Street Community Garden serving as the host.

 

The Commission's mission is to combat discrimination and ensure that everyone is able to live in, work in, or visit New York City without being subjected to discrimination and harassment.

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn 

 

TWO-DAY FALL FLEA MARKET AT THE EAST FOURTH STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN

 

Fall Flea Market

Saturday, October 3rd

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

and 

Sunday, October 4th

10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

From the East Fourth Street Community Garden:

This weekend (SAT 9 to 3, SUN 10 to 4), score some great deals while you support the East Fourth Street Community Garden and its FREE events at our Fall Fundraiser.

 

You can help keep the garden growing and make sure our ambitious program of special events (music! kids classes! birding! open mic! history series!) can continue in 2027.

 

Find us on East Fourth Street between Caton Avenue and Fort Hamilton Parkway. 

 

Hope to see you there!

Mums and pumpkins season has arrived, and they're for sale at the East Fourth Street Community Garden's annual fall flea market, along with books, clothing, toys, housewares, and knickknacks.

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

SINGING, YOGA, BLUEGRASS, AND PLANT FOLKLORE: EVENTS IN THE GARDEN

Community Song Circle for All Ages

Wednesday, September 23⋅5:00 – 6:30pm

Join us for a pop-up Song Circle at the East 4th Street Community Garden! Open to song lovers of all ages and musical abilities (especially those who've been told not to sing!). Come and sing along, hum along, sway along, listen along. We'll have a list of songs to share and also welcome participants to lead a favorite song or suggest a song for someone else to lead.

 

Yoga with Sunee / YogaSole
Wednesday, September 23⋅5:30 – 6:30pm

Take a break from your busy day and immerse yourself in nature while practicing yoga. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, stretch, and connect with your mind and body. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, all levels are welcome. Grab your yoga mat and come join us for a rejuvenating experience in the garden! Focus is Forgiveness.
 

Bluegrass Jam
Saturday, September 26⋅1:00 – 3:00pm

Open Bluegrass Jam Sessions are scheduled throughout the 2026 season, weather permitting. Bring your guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc., and join in! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Kids are invited to dance along and possibly even touch the instruments after the session.

The Dark Folklore of Plants
Sunday, September 27⋅1:00 – 2:00pm  

[Maintenance and garden meeting also this day]

What dark lore and histories lurk in our gardens, parks, and woodlands? Join BMCC sociology professor Rifat Salam for a talk exploring the folklore, myths, and magic of plants—from the familiar to the infamous. To be followed by an herbal garden tour by our very own Marian Trupiano!

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

BATTLE OF BROOKLYN 250TH ANNIVERSARY AT EAST FOURTH STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN (FREE)

 

Battle of Brooklyn 250 Retrospective 
Sunday, August 30th
3:00 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.

 
From the East Fourth Street Community Garden:

The East 4th Street Community Garden will be hosting a Battle of Brooklyn 250 Retrospective on Sunday August 30th, 3-4.30 pm.

Join us as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of  the Battle of Brooklyn, with presentations and discussions with local experts, including Martin Maher (Brooklyn Parks Commissioner), Dominique Jean-Louis (Center for Brooklyn History), Megan J. Elias (Smithsonian Natural Museum of American History), and Lisa Guermsey (independent researcher/writer). 

Moderated by Stephen Petrus (LaGuardia Community College).
 
We hope you can join us for this free event.

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

YOGA IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

 

Yoga in the Garden

 Wednesday, July 22nd, August 19th, and September 16th

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

 

Join Sunee LaClaire, owner of YogaSole, for free "Yoga in the Garden" classes on Wednesday, July 22nd, August 19th, and September 16th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

Bring a mat or a towel to sit on.

 

YogaSole is a community-based wellness studio in Windsor Terrace.

From YogaSole:

Welcome to Yoga in the Garden! Join us for a relaxing session of yoga at the beautiful East 4th Street Community Garden. 

Take a break from your busy day and immerse yourself in nature while practicing yoga. This in person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, stretch, and connect with your mind and body. 

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, all levels are welcome. Grab your yoga mat and come join us for a rejuvenating experience in the garden! 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

OPEN MIC IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

 

Open Mic

Saturday, July 11th

3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

Open Mic at the East Fourth Street Community Garden is a time to share poetry, music, or comedy. For three to five minutes, depending on how many people participate, read a poem or two, sing your favorite song, or tell jokes.

 

The event is free and is open to the public. Adults and children of all ages are invited to share the spotlight.

 

Open Mic will take place on Saturday, July 11th, from 3:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

SOUND BATH IN THE GARDEN (FREE)

Sound Bath in the Garden
Wednesday, June 24th

5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

 

From YogaSole: 

Relax and unwind in the peaceful garden setting as you immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of a live sound bath experience. Bring a mat or a blanket. You can also enjoy the session sitting on a chair provided by the garden.

Verywell Mind describes a sound bath as 
"a meditative experience where those in attendance are  'bathed' in sound waves. These waves are produced by various sources, including healing instruments such as gongs, singing bowls, percussion, chimes, rattles, tuning forks, and even the human voice itself."

 

RSVP here for this free event presented by YogaSole.

 

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475

 

ACTIVITIES AT OPEN GARDENS NYC IN THE EAST FOURTH STREET COMMUNITY GARDEN (FREE)

 

SAT 6/6

Ukulele Workshop

9:30 – 10:30am

The workshop is designed for adults and older kids who are keen to learn or already dabbling in playing the ukulele and would benefit from a supportive community.

Yoga by YogaSole

11:00am – 12:00pm

Take a break from your busy day and immerse yourself in nature while practicing yoga. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind, stretch, and connect with your mind and body. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, all levels are welcome. Grab your yoga mat and come join us for a rejuvenating experience in the garden!

Jazz Guitar w/ Ed MacEachen

12:00 – 1:00pm

Ed MacEachen is a jazz guitarist who got his professional start in 1977 in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, where he studied with Bill D’Arrango (sideman with Ben Webster and Dizzy Gillespie). Ed moved to New York in 1984, working in the bands of Jack McDuff, Chico Hamilton and Ernestine Anderson. He lives and performs in the New York City area and can be heard on Eliot Zigmund’s “Starlight,” Bill Mobley’s “Singularity” and Liz Child's "Take Flight," among others. Ed teaches in the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music program (since 1989) and at the 92nd Street Y (since 1996).

Pollinator Walkabout with the Flatbush Gardener

1:00 – 3:00pm

Explore the garden’s plants and flowers, and learn how to see them in new ways with urban naturalist Chris Kreussling (aka the Flatbush Gardener). We'll "hunt" for pollinators, and other flower visitors, around the garden. As we try to identify them, we'll learn about the garden’s biodiversity and ecology.

Open Bluegrass Jam

2:00 – 4:00pm

Open Bluegrass Jam Sessions are scheduled throughout the 2026 season, weather permitting. Bring your guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc., and join in! All skill levels and ages are welcome. Kids are invited to dance along and possibly even touch the instruments after the session.

SUN 6/7

Interactive Baby Music Class With Flying Teapot

9:30 – 10:30am

Join us for a creative and very interactive hour of music, with songs and instruments for littles, geared to babies through age 4, led by Joanne Riel of Flying Teapot. It's a great show, and the littles love it!

Ukulele Workshop

10:30 – 11:30am

The workshop is designed for adults and older kids who are keen to learn or already dabbling in playing the ukulele and would benefit from a supportive community.

Garden Toy Story art activity

11:00am – 12:00pm

All ages welcome! Kids are asked to bring a favorite toy that can be placed in various parts of the garden to create a little scene. We can combine toys too for more interesting setups, then make drawings of the toys among the plants and We can also write stories about the toy and its adventures in the garden. Each kid will get a little drawing book. Markers, colored pencils, and oil pastels will be provided.

Location

East Fourth Street Community Garden

171 E. 4th Street

between Fort Hamilton Parkway and Caton Avenue

Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn 

https://eastfourthstreetgarden.tumblr.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/246036418909475