Registration includes entry to open mic, food & community activities. Your donation supports artists, gardens & free events.

Harvest Community Fundraiser

We’re gathering in East Elmhurst for a cozy autumn house party energy filled with food, music, art, live performances, gardening, and community.

Hosted by Blended Garden, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and The Art Meetup, this fundraiser brings together artists, neighbors, gardeners, musicians, performers, families, and supporters for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and collective care.

This gathering is meant to feel less like a formal event and more like being welcomed into someone’s home and garden. Drop in for an hour or spend the whole afternoon eating, creating, meeting new people, enjoying live performances, and helping us continue building welcoming spaces for the community.

The exact East Elmhurst address will only be shared with confirmed RSVPs shortly before the event. Please do not share the location publicly.

Your attendance and donations will help support community arts programming, garden initiatives, event supplies, local creatives, and future accessible gatherings throughout New York City.

About the Hosts

Blended Garden is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bringing arts experiences, gardening, education, and creative programming to underserved communities. Through public programming, Blended Garden cultivates spaces where creativity, wellness, environmental stewardship, and neighborhood connection can thrive.

Website: theblendedgarden.org

Instagram: @thegoodvibesblendedgarden

The Art Meetup is a grassroots community initiative creating welcoming gatherings throughout New York City where artists, performers, makers, and neighbors can build meaningful relationships through shared creative experiences.

Website: lailanigibson.com/the-art-meetup

Instagram: @theartmeetup

Together, both organizations believe art, food, music, gardening, and community have the power to strengthen neighborhoods and create lasting connections.

Location: East Elmhurst, Queens

The full address will only be sent to confirmed RSVPs shortly before the gathering. Space is limited, so please RSVP only if you genuinely plan to attend.

Schedule

2:00 PM

Volunteer setup

3:00 PM

Guest arrival, community gathering, food, music, and creative activities

4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Live DJ, community open mic, and performances

Drop in anytime and stay as long as you would like throughout the afternoon.

Activities

• Community open mic

• Open arts and crafts

• Live DJ

• Live performances

• Community conversations

• Creative networking

• Garden gathering

• Seasonal activities

• Food and grilling

• BYOB

Guests are welcome to bring their own beverages and food for the grill.

Artists are invited to bring artwork to hang or display throughout the garden. Share your work, meet the community, and give more people an opportunity to discover what you create.

Harvest Goodie Bags

Guests who make a donation will be invited to take home a bag of seasonal harvest goodies while supplies last.

Your support helps sustain future community arts programming, garden initiatives, neighborhood gatherings, supplies, and paid creative opportunities.

Who Should Attend?

This gathering welcomes artists, musicians, poets, gardeners, activists, families, neighbors, creative professionals, students, community organizers, and anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing autumn afternoon in community.

No artistic experience is required.

Volunteer

Volunteers are welcome beginning at 2:00 PM to help with setup, organizing materials, welcoming guests, and keeping the gathering comfortable and inviting.

We also welcome donations of gardening supplies, art materials, food, beverages, and other useful items that can help maintain and expand Blended Garden for the community.

Event Details

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Volunteer Setup: 2:00 PM

Community Gathering: 3:00 PM

Open Mic, DJ and Performances: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Description supplied by the event organiser.