Volunteer Tree Planting at Mildred Helms Park

✨ Event Description This Volunteer Tree Planting event is happening at Mildred Helms Park in Newark, NJ on November 7, 2026, from 9 AM to noon. Organized by NJIT Green, Tau Beta Pi, and the New Jersey Tree Foundation, it’s all about planting trees to help expand Newark’s tree canopy. It’s a family-friendly outdoor activity where you can get your hands a little dirty and contribute to urban forestry in the city.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🌳 Tree planting: Roll up your sleeves and plant trees to help green up Newark’s Mildred Helms Park.
• 🏞️ Outdoor community event: Spend your morning outside in a local Newark park.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly: Suitable for all ages, so bring the whole crew.
• 🤝 Organized by local groups: NJIT Green, Tau Beta Pi, and New Jersey Tree Foundation are behind the event.
• 💸 Free admission: No cost to participate, just bring your enthusiasm.
• 📍 Location: Mildred Helms Park at 534-544 Clinton Ave, Newark, NJ.
• 🌱 Urban forestry focus: Part of efforts to expand the city’s tree canopy.