It’s Mulchfest: New York City’s unique holiday tradition is back for another tree-mendous year! As the holiday season comes to an end, say “fir-well” to your tree in style! Bring your tree to a Mulchfest location near you to convert your tree into mulch that will nourish our parks all year long. Or bring it on Chipping Weekend (January 10-11) to watch the tree get turned to mulch before your very eyes, and bring a tree-mento to take home! Visit our link in bio to find your nearest Mulchfest loca

When New York City Department of Education schools are out, our Urban Park Rangers spring into action. Next week is Kids' Week, where our Rangers host outdoor events every day in all five boroughs. For a list of events in your neighborhood, visit: http://on.nyc.gov/2F1V1sL | New York City Department of Parks & Recreation

9.7K views · 617 reactions | On February 2, 1925, Balto arrived in Nome after braving 53 miles of blizzard conditions, in temperatures that reached below 40 degrees, to stop a deadly diphtheria epidemic in Nome, Alaska. This bronze statue of Balto in Central Park was dedicated in his honor later that year. Balto was present at the statue's unveiling on December 17, 1925. | New York City Department of Parks & Recreation | Facebook