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Black Birders Week: Birding with NYC Bird Alliance, New York Restoration Project and Evergreens Cemetery   

Wednesday, May 27, 9 AM - 10:30 AM

Admission: Free     

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Join NYC Bird Alliance, New York Restoration Project, and The Evergreens Cemetery Preservation Foundation for a birdy and historical stroll.​

Registration highly encouraged. The group will meet at New York Restoration Project’s Aberdeen Community Garden (98 Aberdeen St, Brooklyn, NY 11207) and traverse through it and into the cemetery.  No Limit. 

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Celebrate Black Birders Week 2026 (May 24-May 30) with NYC Bird Alliance! Black Birders Week was created in 2020 by the BlackAFinSTEM Collective to celebrate and empower Black individuals in nature, promoting a more inclusive, diverse, and welcoming space.  This year's theme is "Flyways & Freedom: Advocacy, Action, and the Future". Learn more at BAFiS website.

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Mushroom Walk with The New York Mycological Society

Sunday, June 7th, 12 PM - 2 PM

Admission: Free 

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Meet the New York Mycological Society at The Evergreens Cemetery to discover the fascinating world of fungi and their important role in our ecosystem.

 

Join us on a walk around the grounds to observe, identify and document the surprising diversity of mushrooms hidden in plain sight all around us. Walk led by mycologist Wilton Rao, ID table led by Morgan Yacullo. Magnifying hand lenses will be loaned to attendees. Beginners and all ages 7+ are welcome. In case of inclement weather the event will be rescheduled. Email culture@newyorkmyc.org if questions.

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The one-hour walk is free, first come first served, with priority given to those with RSVP.