Leaf Fest - I lost something in the leaf pile!

I lost something in the leaf pile! Photo by Martha Lopez-Gilpin

On this gorgeous fall day, we can't help but think about leaves. They surround us! With our beautiful, huge tree canopy in Astoria Park, they are coming down in a hurry.

Leaf Fest was conceived of by the brilliant Jules Corkery in order to get the leaves off the ground in Astoria Park, which is vital to the growth of new grass, and to put leaves into compost and keep them out of landfills. It is a win, win situation. Our partners at Build it Green need these leaves to make good compost for everyone to use. We need that compost for our beautiful trees. We complete each other!

When we rake leaves in Astoria Park, we rake lightly, just picking up leaves and leaving the acorns for the squirrels, and the soil for the new grass. It is a skill which you can put on your resume. Raking leaves is great exercise and a good way to get to know your neighbor. Some folks find it a meditative experience. Little kids like to help, and that's a good thing. And we all get to be out in nature, that's a good thing too.

Come out on November 9th for Leaf Fest. We will meet behind the Field House at 10:30 am and work until 1 pm. We have rakes and gloves. The day will be crisp and clear. We look forward to seeing you there!