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NEWS | EVENTS

The Cadman Conservancy hosts a variety of events for all ages. From celebrations of historical achievements to movie nights to gardening gathers, the park has something for everyone. Have a community event in Cadman Plaza Park that you want to promote?

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Mulchfest!
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Mulchfest!

A special thank you to everyone who contributed their time and energy—thank you for helping keep our parks healthy, beautiful, and welcoming for all.

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Mulching!
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Mulching!

Cadman Plaza Park, Walt Whitman Park, and Korean War Veterans Plaza are thriving this season thanks to amazing community volunteers! 🌿 Over the past week, teams helped mulch around the Brooklyn War Memorial and clean up shared green spaces in Walt Whitman Park as part of the Service Collective’s Wednesday Afterschool program. Huge thanks to everyone helping keep our parks beautiful! 💚

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Planting Drive
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Planting Drive

Memorial Day Planting Drive- We need your support! 

Please consider supporting the Cadman Park Conservancy’s Memorial Day and 2026 spring planting season.

The Conservancy will continue its partnership with the NYC Parks Department, working closely with horticulture staff to strengthen the ecological connections between Cadman Plaza Park and neighboring public spaces, including Walt Whitman Park, Korean War Veterans Plaza, and Columbus Park. Together, these efforts focus on planting native perennial pollinators and enhancing the health and continuity of our shared green spaces.

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Mulch!
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Mulch!

Due to forecasted rain, this weekend’s Mulchfest has been postponed. Please join the Cadman Park Conservancy’s annual Spring Mulching Fest event in Juneteenth Grove, now on Sunday May 3rd.  All supplies are provided. Trader Joe’s is providing snacks and Gristedes is providing water!

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Spring Season
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Spring Season

SAVE the DATE 

The Conservancy is planning for an exciting Spring season.  Our first Spring into Action community event is planned for Saturday, April 25th, 10am-12pm.  

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Tree
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Tree

You may have noticed a tree came down on the northwest part of Cadman Plaza Park.  The Parks Department alerted Forestry and they will be removing the tree as soon as possible.  Thank you for your consideration as the Parks Department navigates the aftermath of the storm.

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Blizzard!
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Blizzard!

The park was pure magic. There’s something about that bright, fresh snow that just lifts everyone’s mood. Winter at its sparkliest!

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Clearing paths!
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Clearing paths!

photo of the Parks Department clearing a path through the recent snow

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