What's a pollinator party without a proper planting playlist? Let’s dive into garden action with some upbeat tunes, plant pollinator-friendly flowers, refresh garden beds, and help create spaces where pollinators dance around the city. At our Seed Workshop, you’ll learn how to collect, save, and plant seeds that support these tiny dancers.

We will be meeting by Meadow Lake Boathouse 

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What's a pollinator party without a proper planting playlist? Let’s dive into garden action with some upbeat tunes, plant pollinator-friendly flowers, refresh garden beds, and help create spaces where pollinators dance around the city. At our Seed Workshop, you’ll learn how to collect, save, and plant seeds that support these tiny dancers.

We will be meeting by Meadow Lake Boathouse 

Register Here

Begin your weekend with a grounding blend of mindfulness and environmental awareness at the Garden of Meditation in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Start with a guided meditation focused on deep listening...tuning into birds and the bzzz of pollinators, while reflecting on the the sometimes inevitable noise pollution from city soundscapes. Afterward, join us for gardening as we care for this shared colorful space. You’ll also have the option to build your own bee house, supporting important habitats and urban biodiversity.

We will be meeting by Garden of Meditation 

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Deepen your connection to the urban forest at Love a Tree Day with FMCP Stewardship! Join us for a guided tour through Flushing Meadows Corona Park, where you’ll discover thousands of trees and a variety of species that make this park a thriving landscape and gorgeous canopy. Take part in hands-on stewardship activities to help care for and protect these vital green spaces.

We will be meeting by Rocket Thrower Statue

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Honor Mother’s Day with FMCP Stewardship at the Rose Garden in Flushing Meadows Corona Park  Enjoy a guided stroll through vibrant roses and take part in gentle stewardship activities to help care for this cherished space.

We will be meeting by Unisphere Rose Gardens 

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Celebrate Birdwatching and Protection Week with the FMCP Stewardship Team. Inspired by the work of the National Audubon Society, this program combines guided bird walks with hands on stewardship activities. Calling all birders and bird call experts…volunteers will learn to identify local and migratory species while taking part in shoreline clean-ups and horticultural maintenance that support healthy habitats. Join us in protecting urban birdlife and strengthening our shared eco system.

May 1, 2026 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm

May 3, 2026 from 9:00am to 12:00pm

Volunteers will meet by the Tide Gate. Email volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org if you have any questions.

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Celebrate Birdwatching and Protection Week with the FMCP Stewardship Team. Inspired by the work of the National Audubon Society, this program combines guided bird walks with hands on stewardship activities. Calling all birders and bird call experts…volunteers will learn to identify local and migratory species while taking part in shoreline clean-ups and horticultural maintenance that support healthy habitats. Join us in protecting urban birdlife and strengthening our shared eco system.

May 1, 2026 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm

May 3, 2026 from 9:00am to 12:00pm

Volunteers will meet by the Tide Gate. Email volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org if you have any questions.

Register Here

Join FMCP Stewardship for a special volunteer opportunity in celebration of Arbor Day! Help care for newly sprouted trees while exploring the natural beauty of Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Connect with nature, support the growth of young trees, and make a lasting impact on one of New York City’s most iconic green spaces.

Saturday, April 25th (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) Volunteers will be meeting by Rocket Thrower Statue

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By turning Earth Day into a day of discovery, people from all over the map can see that they have the power to help the planet. With curiosity, creativity, and science, everyone can explore new ideas and take action.  Together, we can imagine and build a greener city for everyone!  

Wednesday, April 22nd, (2:00 p.m  - 5:00 p.m)  we will be meeting by Unisphere 

Any questions? Reach out to us at volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org

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Join the FMCP Stewardship Team taking part in ecological conservation all Earth Month long. Volunteer activities will include learning about cherry blossoms and  Mulching techniques. 

Friday, April 17th, (2:00 p.m  - 6:00 p.m) event we will be meeting by Cherry Hill Grove 

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Join NYC Parks staff in Flushing Meadows Corona Park for an exciting, hands-on tree pruning experience! Volunteers will work side-by-side with park experts to learn essential tree care techniques while exploring the fundamentals of urban horticulture. Get your hands dirty, build valuable skills, and help keep our park healthy and thriving. All stewardship events qualify for service hours.

Date: March 21, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM  

Location: George Washington as Master Mason 

In-Person Instruction: Sessions will take place in the park and will focus on pruning techniques and applied urban horticultural practices led by experts.

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When: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10:00AM - 1:00PM

Where: Click Here to Join the Zoom Meeting

We’ll be creating cards from plant waste! 

Join the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Stewardship Team for a heartwarming virtual volunteer event focused on nurturing the homes and habitats of many species.

For the event activity, we recommend bringing flower petals of all shades—or other sustainable materials—to create a sustainable Valentine’s Day card.

To everyone who registered, please stay tuned for our upcoming “learn-from-nature” videos. A future park-based opportunity will include learning about hawks and their habitat, ecosystem, and food chain.

Any questions? Please contact volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org for more information.

When: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00AM - 1:00PM

Where: Meadow Lake Boathouse Rain Garden

Join the Flushing Meadows Corona Park Stewardship Team for a special volunteer event observing World Wetlands Day and our beautiful rain garden along Meadow Lake. 

This event will feature a special guest speaker who will share insights on wetlands and rain gardens and how they can be implemented in urban landscapes to mitigate stormwater runoff while creating thriving oases for local wildlife. 

Activities will vary from general cleaning to invasive species removal, weeding, and more depending on the weather.  

If you are having trouble, find the location of the events, please contact volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org for more help. 

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When: Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: The Unisphere  

Partnering with NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers, the FMCP Stewardship Team invites volunteers to a one-hour event to help preserve the natural environment around the Unisphere, a symbolic landmark. Participants will then join the Rangers at 11:00 am-12:30 pm for a team-based orienteering and history scavenger hunt using World’s Fair monuments to explore Flushing Meadows Corona Park and discover its rich past.

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Hello FMCP Community!

We are looking forward to seeing you on Thursday, January 15 at 6:00pm for the first Community Advisory Board meeting of the year.

With a new mayoral administration and a potential new development project on the way, we would like to use this meeting to discuss advocacy for the park— specifically how the CAB can advocate for financial support for Flushing Meadows from both the City, and potentially from the development of the new casino.

As always, if you have anything else you would like to include on the agenda, please let us know. 

With gratitude for our amazing volunteer community, we invite you to join us at Flushing Meadows Corona Park for a hands-on Phragmites removal project that strengthens the park’s natural habitats. Together, we’ll clear invasive reeds to make room for native plants and healthier wildlife ecosystems. After our stewardship work, we’ll come together for a sustainable wreath-making workshop, using responsibly sourced and repurposed natural materials to create beautiful take-home pieces.

Thank you for helping us care for our cherished green space—your efforts truly make a difference.

Register Here

Meeting Location: Boathouse Parking Lot near Meadow Lake

Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

For questions please reach out to volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org 

Join NYC Parks for a Sports Gauntlet. Get ready for a fast-paced, multi-sport challenge! The day will feature hockey, basketball, soccer, and football while playing exciting mini tournaments. Participants will have the opportunity to play all four sports and test their athletic skills by shooting, dribbling, and throwing their way through this high energy event.

This event is free and open to the public, perfect for children ages 6 – 12.

Friday, November 28, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Ave., Flushing, N.Y. | (718) 353-7853

For more information, please contact (718) 393-7370 or email giselle.louw@parks.nyc.gov. Contact accessibility@parks.nyc.gov or (212) 360-1430 for more information regarding accessibility.

Join us at Flushing Meadows Corona Park for an energizing, hands-on Phragmites project that revitalizes the park’s natural habitats! Together, we’ll remove invasive reeds to open up room for native plants and a thriving wildlife community. We’re truly thankful for volunteers like you—your enthusiasm and commitment bring this work to life. Let’s boost the health of this ecosystem side by side!

Register Here

Meeting Location: Boathouse Parking Lot near Meadow Lake

Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 

For questions and concerns please reach out to volunteer@allianceforfmcp.org 

Come be part of our vibrant volunteer community during peak autumn foliage next week at Flushing Meadows Corona Park! We’ll start with a leaf collection to help keep the park beautiful, followed by a silent hike in remembrance of those who have served our country. Let’s come together in gratitude, reflection, and care for our shared spaces.

Join Our Leaf Collection & Silent Hike In Honor of Veterans Day

Date: Tuesday November 11, 2025

Location: Meeting near Queens Zoo

Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM

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We will be rallying with the Queens community at David Dinkins Circle to call for equitable public investment in New York City’s “most underappreciated park.”

In response to recent reports from the Center for an Urban Future (CUF) and the Waterfront Alliance (WA) that investigate chronic infrastructure, climate, and maintenance challenges, the Alliance for FMCP is organizing a rally to call upon state, local and federal lawmakers to bring greater public investment to this park.

Center for an Urban Future’s The Park that Queens Deserves

Waterfront Alliance’s Climate Change Resiliency Study

The CUF report was funded by the Alliance for FMCP as part of the first phase of its Vision 2050 initiative. This project aims to create a new master plan for FMCP that builds upon the last strategic plan, initiated by NYC Parks in 2004.

In partnership with the Center for an Urban Future, AFMCP, and the Waterfront Alliance, New Yorkers for Parks (NY4P) launched a petition harnessing strong public interest in and support for the reports’ recommendations to create a “Flood Fund” and invest in a climate-resilient Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

This rally will feature remarks from the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Councilmember Shekar Krishnan, Assemblywoman Larinda Hooks, Center for an Urban Future Executive Director Jonathan Bowles, the Waterfront Alliance’s Director of Waterfront Design Joseph Sutkowi, New Yorkers for Parks Executive Director Adam Ganser, and Alliance for FMCP Executive Director Anthony Sama

When: Monday, October 27th at 10am

Where: David Dinkins Circle, FMCP (entrance plaza located at the end of MTA station ramp).

Parking: Lot D (near aquatic center) or in Queens Museum North Lot (further walk and bigger capacity)

Media Advisory for Press

Media Contact: Rob Carson, rob@allianceforfmcp.org

Are you planning to attend the rally? Let us know:

Shocktoberfest is back in Flushing Meadows Corona Park!

Join us for this family-friendly Halloween festival in your favorite park. There will be:

• Pumpkin Patch

• Arts & Crafts

• Inflatable rides

• Photo Booth

• DJ with live music

• and more!

Whether you have a spooky costume or not, this will be a shockingly fun time for everyone!