Author Archives: Karin Kiontke

Remembering Barbara Cahn

Posted on 2023-05-02 by Karin Kiontke

Last Sunday, we came together to celebrate the life of our beloved chair Barbara Cahn, who passed away suddenly on the 17th of March 2023. *** Barbara had been a community garden activist for many years before she joined our … Continue reading →

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Lilacs and tree peonies already

Posted on 2023-04-16 by Karin Kiontke

Last Thursday, New York City experienced record temperatures. In Central Park, the thermometer climbed to 90º F in the afternoon. For the garden, this unseasonable heatwave means confusion: the last daffodils are blooming. The tulips are fading so fast that … Continue reading →

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Easter Sunday in the Garden

Posted on 2023-04-09 by Karin Kiontke

Spring has arrived in New York City. After a mild winter and a few warm days, the first daffodils are already fading and the tulips are starting to bloom. This Easter Sunday was a little chilly but bright and sunny. … Continue reading →

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Winter update

Posted on 2023-02-20 by Karin Kiontke

So far, this winter has been extraordinary mild, two short cold snaps with truly icy temperatures notwithstanding. There has also been no snow to speak of (yet). Thus, the first winter aconites bloomed already a couple of weeks ago. We … Continue reading →

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Make Music in the rain

Posted on 2022-06-25 by Karin Kiontke

Last Tuesday was the summer solstice. All over the world, this day means music in public spaces. In Europe, the event is called “la fête de la musique”. Here, it is “Make Music New York”. Our garden participates regularly. We … Continue reading →

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