# Event Details - **Event Name**: Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join the QBG Farm team to learn gardening basics and to grow and harvest produce that will be distributed to food pantries.About this EventHelp prepare the QBG Farm to grow produce that we distribute to food pantries in supporting our communities with food relief. Join QBG's Farm staff for an engaging, educational event where you will learn gardening basics and work hands-on with plants. Make new friends and put your green thumb to good use in a variety of seasonal projects.Depending on the season and need, garden activities might include raking, mulching, weeding, planting, garden bed maintenance, pruning, harvesting, and more. Volunteers learn how to foster a farm ecosystem and grow healthy crops!This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, bring water or snacks, and dress comfortably. QBG staff will provide gloves.FREE. Registration required.Individuals are welcome to register. All volunteers must register on Eventbrite. To arrange for a separate large, private, or corporate volunteer opportunity, please email volunteer@queensbotanical.org.Please note:The farm is located . There is construction next to the farm but it is still accessible! You can walk around the pathway or walk across the grass to the farm.Due to the construction, give yourself a little extra time to get to the farm!FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSIs there an age requirement?Recommended for participants 18 years of age or older. (if are 15-17 years old you may attend with a chaperone).Can I only come for one hour or part of the day?Due to limited space, we encourage volunteers to stay for the entire time. If you need to leave early, please speak with the staff member you are working with so they can plan accordingly. Please let us know if you cannot attend a workday as soon as possible, and no later than 7 days before the workday, so someone else may take your spot. Volunteers who miss more than 2 scheduled shifts will have future registrations removed.Where do I go once I get to the garden? What time should I arrive?QBG Farm volunteers should meet at #32 "QBG Farm" on the map located at both Garden entrances. Please allow 10 minutes to walk from the Main Gate to the Farm, or 5 minutes to walk from the Parking Garden.Do I need to know any skills ahead of time? How physical is the work?We welcome all skill levels to participate--you do not need to know anything prior to coming. You will be trained in safety and skills for each session. We try to accommodate all levels of experience, however participants must be able to do physical work including bending over, heavy lifting 20+ pounds, performing diverse, sometimes repetitive tasks, and standing, walking, or squatting for long periods of time.What are my transportation and parking options getting to the Garden?Please park in our Parking Garden lot. You do not have to pay for parking or admission. Tell the attendant your name and that you are here to volunteer.Parking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY 11355.By public transportation, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus.For driving directions and more information: https://queensbotanical.org/directionsWhat should I bring?Please wear weather appropriate clothing that you don't mind getting dirty--sun hats and sunscreen if it's hot or layers if it's cold, and don't forget sturdy close-toed shoes. We highly advise wearing waterproof shoes. Bring a water bottle and snack if you'd like. We have gardening gloves and water available for anyone who does not bring their own.What happens if the weather is bad?We work outside rain or shine. In very inclement weather, you will be notified of a cancelled or rescheduled volunteer date.KNOW BEFORE YOU GOHEALTH & SAFETYFor the health and safety of all visitors, follow our current guidelines, found on our website: https://queensbotanical.org/know-before-you-goRestrooms are accessible by the ramp next to the Visitor & Administration Building. Please follow on-site instructions on how to enter restrooms.CANCELLATIONSIn the case that an event is cancelled, you will be notified via email.COMMUNICATIONSBy purchasing tickets and attending QBG events, you hereby opt in to receiving communications from the Garden. You may receive updates about future QBG events and news through the addresses you provide. If you do not wish to receive future communication, simply click the “unsubscribe” button at the bottom of an email or write to info@queensbotanical.org.GARDEN ETIQUETTEQBG staff strives to provide a place of peace, beauty, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum, a collection of gardens for the study, culture, exhibition, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore, enjoy, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. For more guidelines on garden etiquette: https://queensbotanical.org/know-before-you-go/PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHYQueens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials, including print, online, broadcast, and social media. By attending this event, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote, publicize, or advertise the Garden, its activities, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.ABOUT QBGQBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters. For more information, visit www.queensbotanical.org or call (718) 886-3800. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/flushing/farm-community-volunteer-days-2026/100001983078745912 - **Event Categories**: volunteering, health-wellness, entertainment, performances, exhibitions - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 23 hours - Location: Queens Botanical Garden - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Flushing - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Queens Botanical Garden - **lat**: 40.751538 - **long**: -73.82616300000001 - **full address**: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St, Flushing, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/004dadb2567facabe36b582ceeb1c8855627473d014ba19a42081dc184127b3a-rimg-w1130-h565-dcd6d6d6-gmir.jpg?v=1771033591 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 being held? - **A:** Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 takes place on Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Tue, 24 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St, Flushing, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026? - **A:** Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 is organized by Queens Botanical Garden. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Queens Botanical Garden's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Queens Botanical Garden a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Queens Botanical Garden has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Farm Community Volunteer Days 2026 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Flushing, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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