Jackson Heights Orchestra
The Jackson Heights Orchestra (JHO) was established in 2012 by founding Music Director Patricia Glunt in collaboration with the Jackson Heights …
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Gardening & Beautification
Gardening and beautification is the heart of JHBG. Since 1988, our volunteers have maintained and expanded a network of 19 garden spots throughout …
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JH SCRAPS Community Composting
JH SCRAPS is JHBG’s community composting program. Started in 2012 to turn neighborhood residents’ food scraps into rich, nutrient-dense …
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JHCREW Dog Run
The Jackson Heights Canine Recreational Wonderland, known as JHCREW, is a community-managed dog run that provides a safe, enclosed off-leash space for …
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Clean Streets
The Clean Streets program mobilizes JHBG volunteers to make Jackson Heights cleaner. Through organized cleanups and ongoing awareness efforts, this …
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Children's Halloween Parade
The annual Children’s Halloween Parade is one of JHBG’s most beloved traditions and one of the largest community events in Jackson …
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Summer Sundays in the Park
Summer Sundays in the Park is JHBG’s series of free outdoor entertainment and community gatherings held in Jackson Heights parks during the …
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Tree LC Team
Making Jackson Heights Mother Nature’s Home in the City
If you’re out Saturday mornings, especially along 34th or 37th Avenue, …
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The Green Agenda for Jackson Heights
This 2010 JHBG-led project pushed Jackson Heights to think a lot greener. The Green Agenda successfully advocated for environmental sustainability …
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Graffiti Busters
Keeping Jackson Heights Graffiti-Free
Graffiti is an ugly scourge on any neighborhood. If left unaddressed, it can signal neglect, invite further …
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Friends of Travers Park
Friends of Travers Park is a JHBG program dedicated to beautifying and maintaining the grounds at the only official park in Jackson Heights and its …
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Annual Holiday Post Office Lighting
Each year, JHBG organizes the Annual Holiday Post Office Lighting at the Jackson Heights Post Office, a cherished neighborhood tradition that brings …
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Annual Children's Art Contest
The Annual Children’s Art Contest is a highlight of the Historic Weekend. JHBG invites neighborhood children in grades K-8 to create original, …
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Historic Weekend and Landmarks Advocacy
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