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Date & Time

August 30, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
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Location

1025 Anderson Avenue The Bronx, NY 10452
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Past Event

NYRP’s Back-To-School Backpack Bonanza – Target Bronx Community Garden

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This event is supported by Citizens Philanthropic Foundation.

Join the garden group at Target Bronx Community Garden, Wilde Flowers & Books, Chef Brandy Cochrane, and NYRP for a free backpack and school supply giveaway on Saturday, August 30 from 12 pm – 2 pm.

This event will also feature a cooking demo facilitated by Chef Brandy Cochrane. Brandy is a chef, recipe developer, teacher, author, and co-founder of the plant-based wellness tech company Plant Candy. She is passionate about using the power of plants to improve both the personal and professional lives of individuals. Brandy will lead a demonstration on how to prepare the foods growing at Target Bronx and gardens around NYC!

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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