About The Friends of Mitchell Park
The Friends of Mitchell Park, a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization, was founded in 2008 to support cultural, artistic and educational events in Mitchell Park, a 4-acre green oasis on the waterfront in Greenport Village on the East End of Long Island, NY. We operate with the cooperation and support of the Village of Greenport. Learn more about Mitchell Park. Visit the Greenport Village website.
Photo Credit: Chris Francescani, Suffolk Times
In The News
Camera Obscura Is Back!
Thanks to volunteers, the Camera Obscura in Mitchell Park is available for tours. See more information on the Village website
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Photo Credit: Julia Vasile-Cozzo, Northforker
Events
Not all events in the park are sponsored by the Friends of Mitchell Park. Check with the Northfork Patch, the Northforker, the Greenport Village website or other local event information sources for additional information. Below are current and upcoming events sponsored or supported by the Friends of Mitchell Park.
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See all our past events (including ones completed this year) here.
Free Carousel Rides on December 2, 2023
Children ages 12 and under can ride the Greenport Carousel at Mitchell Park on Front Street for free all day on Saturday, Dec. 2. Carousel opens at 11 a.m.
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All are invited to the Village Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting in the Park, scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m., Dec. 2
Tai Chi In The Park
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We had a great season 2023 with our signature summer event, Tai Chi In Mitchell Park, Saturdays, 9-10AM, led by Denise Gillies of East End Tai Chi. Sadly a very rainy fall resulted in some cancellations, but it was a successful year. We hope to see you back next summer! See more pictures here.
Apply For Funding
We accept applications to fund performances and events in the park that are open to the public. The Village is responsible for approving any events, and we disburse funds for approved events only . Those who are looking for financial support to put on such an event are encouraged to approach the Friends of Mitchell Park any time with your ideas and we can offer suggestions and help. Go to our Request Funding page for more details, and contact us via email on our Contact Us page.
Donate
We Have Three Ways To Make Charitable Donations
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We are a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. You can make a tax-deductible, secure online donation with a credit card, with a PayPal account, or by sending us a check. Find out how here.
Contact
To contact us, go to our Contact page by clicking here.