Bangladeshi Community

Weekend Activities In Kensington

Amber Ceffalio

Apr 18, 2013 — 1 min read

Extravagreenza

There are two holidays to celebrate this weekend: The Bangladeshi New Year and Earth Day.

• Start by taking a trip to Bangladesh. Activities celebrating the New Year begin on Friday and run through the weekend.

• Celebrate the Earth Day Extravaganza at Greenwood Playground on Saturday starting at 11am.

• And while you’re out, stop by Lark (1007 Church Ave) to enjoy Kensington artist Julie Peppito’s work that turns trash into treasure.

Coming soon:
The action continues in upcoming weeks.

Immaculate Heart of Mary (2805 Ft. Hamilton Parkway) is holding a Spring Extravaganza on Saturday, April 27. Call 718-871-1310 for more information.

On May 5, Green-Woodstock at Greenwood Playground will be an all day festivity of music and food.

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