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Date & Time

August 29, 2026
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Location

421 E. 117th St., New York, New York (East Harlem)
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Past Event

Backpack Giveaway: East Harlem Community Gardens

This event is in partnership with New York State of Mind, Unframed Arts Collective, Frog & Peach Theater, State Senator José M. Serrano, and Assemblymember Eddie Gibbs.

Join NYRP and the garden groups at Home Depot Children’s Garden and Los Amigos Community Garden for a free backpack and school supply giveaway on Saturday, August 29 from 2 pm – 4 pm.

Please note: Supplies will be distributed while available. To receive school supplies, children must attend!

Please check NYRP’s social media for the latest updates regarding outdoor event cancellations due to inclement weather and air quality.

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