You don’t need a green thumb, but you might need a key. Having already made stops at Alice’s Garden and Teresa’s Park, the “Playin’ in the Garden” program continues its trek through the hidden gems of Hell’s Kitchen.
Sponsored by Clinton Housing and CultivateHKNY, their self-described “Rhythm & Green Garden Series” brings live music and light refreshments to the neighborhood parks and gardens of Hell’s Kitchen.
Up next is the Juan Alonso Park & Community Garden event, with music provided by the Irish Arts Center. That takes place on May 22, at 565 W. 51st St. The series continues on May 29, with a visit to CHDC Courtyard & Garden (at 554 W. 53rd St.), and then a June 5 trip to the Hell’s Kitchen Farm Project (on the rooftop of 410 W. 40th St.). On June 12, Bob’s Park (454 W. 35th St.) is the penultimate place to be. The series concludes on June 14, with the “Playin’ in the Kitchen Block Party” (on 52nd St., btw. 10th & 11th Aves).
All garden events begin at 5:30 pm. For more info, visit cultivatehkny.org. For guaranteed access to the gardens outside of these dates, you’ll need a key. You can get one from Clinton Housing or Community Board 4 — or, just ask for one at any of the “Playin’ in the Garden” events.
