NYC Parks

@NYCParks

New York City Department of Parks & Recreation is the agency responsible for NYC's public parks and recreational spaces. User policy: http://on.nyc.gov/1evyJgB

New York City

Joined April 2009

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nychealthy@nycHealthy · 11 h

This season, we've found mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus in 36 NYC ZIP codes spanning Queens, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. With mosquito season in full swing, all New Yorkers should take precautions to avoid mosquito bites: on.nyc.gov/mosquitoes

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NYC DOT@NYC_DOT · 12 h

Summer Streets starts this Saturday! Catch us in #Queens and #onStatenIsland. 🗓️July 26 ⏰7AM-3PM 📍Vernon Blvd + Forest Ave More info: nyc.gov/SummerStreets

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NYC Cultural Affairs@NYCulture · Jul 22

A powerful new monument planned for Central Park that will amplify the voices of enslaved women in history—has taken a big step forward. Last month, Vinnie Bagwell’s “Victory”—commissioned through our #PercentForArtNYC program—received conceptual approval from @nycpublicdesign.

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NYC Parks@NYCParks · 13 h

It’s dragon season! 🐉 With summer in full swing, you've probably spotted one of the over 100 species of dragonflies native to NYC are zooming across our skies and feasting on smaller insects and small aquatic organisms.

NYCParks's tweet image. It’s dragon season! 🐉 With summer in full swing, you've probably spotted one of the over 100 species of dragonflies native to NYC are zooming across our skies and feasting on smaller insects and small aquatic organisms.

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NYC Parks@NYCParks · Jul 22

We did it NYC! With your help, we hit 1 MILLION volunteers counted as part of our Let’s Green NYC volunteer campaign. From beach cleanups on our coasts to street tree care along every avenue, YOU helped us achieve this major milestone to make our city a better, greener place!

NYCParks's tweet image. We did it NYC! With your help, we hit 1 MILLION volunteers counted as part of our Let’s Green NYC volunteer campaign. From beach cleanups on our coasts to street tree care along every avenue, YOU helped us achieve this major milestone to make our city a better, greener place!

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nychealthy@nycHealthy · Jul 22

Gardening is a great way to spend time outside and be active, but some urban garden sites may have dangerous pollutants in the soil. If you garden in NYC, follow these tips to make sure you're gardening safely and growing food that is safe to eat: on.nyc.gov/450iC9I

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NYC Mayor's Office@NYCMayorsOffice · Jul 22

We just wrapped up the first stretch of Rise Up NYC shows! If you didn't get a chance to join us in Brooklyn, the fun kicks off again this weekend in Staten Island. The best part? It's all FREE! View the full summer schedule: riseupnycconcerts.com/concerts-sched…

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NYC Parks@NYCParks · Jul 22

Check out the Public Safety Job Fair to learn more about joining our Parks Enforcement Patrol and more than a dozen other City law enforcement organizations!

KKaz Daughtry@kazdaughtry · Jul 21

🚨OPPORTUNITY ALERT🚨 Looking for a career that makes a huge impact? Join us for our Public Safety Job Fair & Town Hall on July 23rd at Lehman College. Meet the leaders who keep NYC safe—and find your path to a rewarding career in the most elite public safety team in the…

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Bryant Park@bryantparknyc · Jul 21

Sunshine and a romance novel in the Reading Room 📚💖🌇 >>>. Join us tomorrow, July 22 for our Romance BookClub! Starting at 12:30pm, we’ll be discussing the book Love, Camera, Action 🎥✨. More info: bryantpark.org/calendar/event…

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NYC Mayor's Office@NYCMayorsOffice · Jul 21

Find us on @CitizenApp! We just announced our new "NYC Public Safety" account that will help inform users about weather emergencies and public safety incidents happening across the five boroughs. The best part? It's FREE! Learn more: nyc.gov/office-of-the-…

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Queens Farm@queensfarm · Jul 20

July 25 - 27, the Thunderbird American Indian Powwow returns to Queens Farm for the 46th year! 🥘 Don't miss this jam-packed weekend! 💍 Shop the Native American Food & Craft Market for artisanal wares and cuisine. Get your tickets today! buff.ly/FiFQNno

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NYC Parks@NYCParks · Jul 21

We've got you covered with our Cool It! NYC map with plenty of water features, drinking fountains, and tree cover to keep you hydrated and cool this summer!🥤 on.nyc.gov/4o0Bnm4

NNYC Health + Hospitals@NYCHealthSystem · Jul 21

#Hydration is important, especially during the summer's high temps. "People often don’t “drink as much fluid as they’re really supposed to,” says Dr. Cara Taubman, clinical director of emergency management at NYC Health + Hospitals in Harlem. “You really need to drink more fluids…

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NYC Parks@NYCParks · Jul 21

Can't wait to see you here! 🌞

NNYC Emergency Management@nycemergencymgt · Jul 21

☀️ Today (Monday) & Early Week: Enjoy terrific conditions! Mostly sunny skies and highs around 83°F today, feeling like 82°F. Temperatures will be comfortable Tuesday (80°F), then unfortunately will climb to 87°F on Wednesday. Thursday: Highs around 91°F, feeling like 92°F.…

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GreeNYC@greenyc · Jul 18

Thank you, New Yorkers! We are grateful to the thousands of people who took time to respond to our questionnaire, ensuring the City's first Urban Forest Plan reflects your perspectives and needs. urbanforestplan.nyc

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NYC DDC@NYCDDC · Jul 18

REMINDER: Join DDC on July 21st from 5 to 7 PM for a Meet the Team event for the new recreation center at Roy Wilkins Park. The event will be at 120-50 Springfield Boulevard. We encourage #MWBEs and local firms to attend this info session. Register: qrco.de/rwrec

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