Community Garden Stewardship Day, Roosevelt

Community Garden Stewardship Day Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 10 AM Roosevelt, NY 11575 59 E. Fulton Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 🌿 Event Update: We apologize for any inconvenience, but the Composting Workshop portion of this program has been cancelled.  However, we will still be hosting the fall cleanup portion of the event! We are seeking volunteers to help steward the Garden and start preparing it for winter and season closing. Advance registration is required. To register, please email andrea@northshorelandalliane.org. Events are subject to change so please check our website for updates.

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Cultivating A Healthy, Productive Vegetable Garden

Cultivating a Healthy, Productive Vegetable Garden Workshop Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10 AM Roosevelt Community Garden 59 E. Fulton Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 Led by Master Gardener Reese Michaels, Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau Don’t just plant it—help it thrive! Learn the essential skills for a healthy, high-yield garden. We’ll cover everything from seasonal planting to simple maintenance tips to keep your vegetable garden healthy and productive from spring through fall. Free to all, but advance registration required. Events are subject to change so please check our website for updates. For more information about this event, please contact Andrea Millwood at andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.

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Vegetable Gardening Workshop, Community Garden

Beginners Vegetable Garden Workshop & Big Planting Day Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10 AM Roosevelt Community Garden 59 E. Fulton Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 Led by Master Gardener Kathy Gaffney, Cornell Cooperative Extension Nassau Growing your own food is easier than you think! Join us in our Garden to learn how to plan your space and plant for success this year. Once you’ve mastered the basics, stick around to help us plant our seasonal crops and see how it’s done firsthand. Advance registration is required. This event is free and open to the public. After you have registered, but before the event, we will email you to confirm your attendance and provide more detailed information.  If you are unable to attend, please contact us at 516-922-1028 or andrea@northshorelandalliance.org, as this will help us register those on the waiting list. Events are subject to change so please check our website for updates.

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From Clove to Kitchen: Garlic Growing Workshop

From Clove to Kitchen: Garlic Growing Workshop Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 10am Roosevelt Community Garden 59 E. Fulton Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 Led by Master Gardener Kathy Gaffney and Audrey Thomas There’s nothing quite like the punchy, fresh taste of home-grown bulbs.  If you love garlic,  join your neighbors at the Roosevelt Community Garden to learn the essentials of garlic cultivation.  Master Gardener’s will guide you through the entire journey—from burying that first clove to hanging beautiful braids in your pantry—so you can finally move from “store-bought” to “garden-grown. What We’ll Cover: A look at the different types of garlic you’ll find for sale (Hardneck vs. Softneck) and which grows best here. When to plant to ensure a massive summer harvest. Step-by-step planting techniques for perfect depth, spacing and soil prep. Don’t forget the Garlic Scapes! Learn how to harvest and cook these curly, gourmet delicacies while your bulbs are still underground. How to tell exactly when to harvest, plus the best ways to cure and store your garlic so it lasts all winter. Free to all, but advance registration required. Events are subject to change so please check our website for updates. For more information about this event, please contact Andrea Millwood at andrea@northshorelandalliance.org.

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