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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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Volunteer gardening June 5
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Volunteer gardening June 5

Wednesday June 5, 9:30-11:30am 

Join our Wednesday Volunteer Gardeners led by NYC Brooklyn Parks Gardener Jessica Kulig.

Please meet at 9:30am in front (of the statue side) of the Brooklyn War Memorial.

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The Brooklyn Ballet
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

The Brooklyn Ballet

Saturday, June 1st, 2024, 6PM

The Brooklyn Ballet will perform in Cadman Park, Juneteenth Grove at 6pm.

Experience the vibrant fusion of ballet and street dance with Brooklyn Ballet as they kick off our Juneteenth programming with a powerful, free performance. This multidisciplinary program highlight’s themes of perseverance, faith, community, and resilience, featuring the Brooklyn premiere of Still I Rise, inspired by Maya Angelou’s iconic poem. Join us for an unforgettable evening that honors the spirit of freedom and unity.

This is the Brooklyn Ballet’s first time performing in Cadman Plaza Park. We are delighted to be hosting this incredible ballet company. Join us for what we know will be a very special evening in Juneteenth Grove. Bring a blanket and sit on the athletic field!

This performance is made possible by the generous support of Council member Lincoln Restler.

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Thank you volunteers!
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Thank you volunteers!

On Sunday morning, May 19th the Conservancy was joined by many volunteers from the community, including from The Service Collective and students organized by Nate Price from Packer High School. In honor of Memorial Day 2024, we began planting our Memorial Garden on the east and west sides of the Brooklyn War Memorial.

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Celebrate Juneteenth
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Celebrate Juneteenth

SAVE THE DATES!  

Saturday, June 1st, 2024, 6pm

The Brooklyn Ballet will perform in Juneteenth Grove at 6pm. This is free event and all are welcome!

Special thanks to Councilmember Lincoln Restler for support of our Juneteenth programming.

Saturday, June 8th at 10am

Inside Out Tours will be leading a Juneteenth walking tour in Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO and Fulton Ferry Landing.

The tour will begin in Juneteenth Grove. 

Rain or shine.  Sign up for this 3-hour walking tour will begin next week.

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Volunteer gardening May 22
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Volunteer gardening May 22

Wednesday May 22 9:30-11:30am 

Join our Wednesday Volunteer Gardeners led by NYC Brooklyn Parks Gardener Jessica Kulig.

Please meet at 9:30am in front (of the statue side) of the Brooklyn War Memorial.

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MOVIES UNDER THE STARS!
Lisa Beckner Lisa Beckner

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS!

MOVIES UNDER THE STARS! May 23rd, Thursday evening at 7:30pm

Join the Cadman Park Conservancy, Councilmember Lincoln Restler and the NYC Parks Department on Thursday to see

BLACK PANTHER: Wakanda Forever!

Bring a blanket, bring your friends and family!

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Volunteer gardening May 15
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Volunteer gardening May 15

Wednesday May 15 9:30-11:30am 

Join our Wednesday Volunteer Gardeners led by NYC Brooklyn Parks Gardener Jessica Kulig.

Please meet at 9:30am in front (of the statue side) of the Brooklyn War Memorial.

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Celebrate Juneteenth
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Celebrate Juneteenth

SAVE THE DATES!  

Saturday, June 1st, 2024, 6pm

The Brooklyn Ballet will perform in Juneteenth Grove at 6pm. This is free event and all are welcome!

Special thanks to Councilmember Lincoln Restler for support of our Juneteenth programming.

Saturday, June 8th at 10am

Inside Out Tours will be leading a Juneteenth walking tour in Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO and Fulton Ferry Landing.

The tour will begin in Juneteenth Grove. 

Rain or shine.  Sign up for this 3-hour walking tour will begin next week.

Read More
Volunteer gardening May 8
Doreen Gallo Doreen Gallo

Volunteer gardening May 8

Wednesday May 1 9:30-11:30am 

Meet NYC Brooklyn Parks Gardener, Jessica Kulig in front of the Brooklyn War Memorial at 9:30am.  All are invited to join!

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