WHEN

Thursday evening, June 13, from 6:30pm to 9:30pm

WHERE

Brooklyn Grange Rooftop Farm @ Sunset Park

850 Third Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232

Venue is wheelchair accessible with elevator access. More details here.

Please join us on June 13 to celebrate City Growers, an educational non-profit focused on urban agriculture. Prepare to be inspired by an exclusive farm-to-table dinner that will directly support programs for New York City youth.

City Growers makes use of nontraditional urban spaces to teach young people about food, health, and the natural world, cultivating a deep sense of connection and stewardship for our planet. With a focus on pollination and the urban ecosystem, the Brooklyn-based nonprofit’s programming is built around equity, justice, and empowering the next generation of environmental leaders.

Through ticket sales and a live auction, the annual Sweet on Summer event raises vital funds that support City Growers’ programs and the educators that build them. Join us on Brooklyn Grange’s rooftop farm in Sunset Park for an unforgettable dinner that features the bounty of the rooftop!

More event details are available in the FAQ section below.

This year’s Sweet on Summer event will feature the following beverages, bites, and activities.

Select items only available to Honey Bee and Queen Bee event sponsors. Please continue to scroll for event sponsorship information and details of the Silent Auction.

BECOME AN EVENT SPONSOR

By sponsoring the Sweet on Summer event, groups of 10 have the opportunity to reserve a table and access exclusive benefits as a Honey Bee Partner or as a Queen Bee Partner. Contact Rebeca Ames, Director of Development and Communications at City Growers, to discuss the unique experiences, brand visibility, and other benefits that come with event sponsorship.

This year’s Sweet on Summer silent auction will feature several coveted items and experiences.

All items and experiences are generously donated to City Growers. All auction ticket sales will benefit City Growers.

  • Frankel's Bundle

    Front-pocket tee and 100% cotton baseball hat, plus a $50 gift card, from Frankel's. Opened in 2016 by two Greenpoint residents, Frankel’s is a true New York deli serving bagels, smoked fish, hot pastrami, and more.

  • Orangetheory Fitness Brooklyn - Park Slope

    One month of unlimited classes with Orangetheory Fitness in Park Slope, Brooklyn, plus a More Life gift basket that includes an OTF tote bag, keychain, hat, workout towel, and water bottle.

  • Citi Bike Annual Pass

    Designed for quick trips with convenience in mind, Citi Bike is a fun and affordable way to get around the city. This annual pass can be used immediately by non-members or redeemed by current Citi Bike members upon renewal.

  • Le Creuset 5-Piece Cookware Set

    An enameled cast iron cookware set from Le Creuset, in the agriculturally-inspired color Artichaut, that features their iconic Dutch oven (5.5 qt. round), signature saucepan (1.75 qt.), and 9" signature skillet.

  • Winter Water Factory Bundle

    Tote bag and $300 gift card from Winter Water Factory, a Brooklyn-based design and manufacturing company specializing in screen printed textiles and organic kids' clothing that promote a healthy planet.

PURCHASE YOUR SWEET ON SUMMER TICKETS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • To maximize enjoyment of the event activities and skyline views, we recommend arriving as close to 6:30pm as possible.

  • Brooklyn Grange is located atop the Liberty View Industrial Plaza at 850 Third Avenue, within Industry City, in Brooklyn.

    The closest subway lines and stations are the DNR (36th Street) and R (25th Street). The B37 bus stops one block away at 3 AV/30 ST.

    While a parking lot serves the Liberty View retail stores during the day time, the lot locks at 8pm. Street parking is available along Third Avenue, under the BQE. The closest parking lot is Industry City’s “Lot B” at 533 Second Avenue.

    Additional directions can be found here.

  • Yes. The venue is accessed via the elevators in the Liberty View Industrial Plaza’s retail lobby. Once you are up to the roof, all event facilities are wheelchair accessible.

  • Both! In the event of rain, the indoor event space still provides exquisite views thanks to floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a covered front porch.

  • Absolutely. In your explorations, please do not pick any plants or venture beyond the designated paths. Please also refrain from placing objects (like glasses and cans) on the parapet wall, as it can get quite breezy.

  • Night Kitchen will be catering a family-style dinner that features produce grown at the venue and donated by the Brooklyn Grange, gluten-free pasta donated by Banza, and several other regional, ethically-sourced ingredients. We strive to provide a widely enjoyable meal but may not be able to accommodate all restrictions. Please contact Margaret Efthim with specific dietary inquiries.

  • We suggest garden party attire. As this is an indoor-outdoor event on a working rooftop farm, comfortable footwear an weather-appropriate layers are also recommended.

  • Yes! If they will be occupying a seat at dinner and eating a meal of their own, a ticket purchase is required.

  • Unfortunately, we are not able to guarantee refunds. Starting on June 5, please send any refund requests to Rebeca Ames; your request may be honored at that time if an event waitlist has formed.

  • Thanks for your support! You are warmly welcome to donate to City Growers on a one-time or monthly basis.