Shared Cups, Shared Roots
Join Iraida for an afternoon of tea at Jardin de la Familia in the Bronx.
“Shared Cups, Shared Roots” centers on the power of tea and meditation to ground community in care, culture, and connection to the earth. Through the mindful act of serving Chinese tea, participants slow down, breathe, and honor traditions that cultivate presence. Meditation deepens this grounding, inviting reflection in our relationship with land and with one another. The theme highlights how shared rituals—pouring tea, tending soil, sitting in stillness—nurture belonging and ecological awareness. By rooting together, we strengthen community and our commitment to the earth.
FREE event! All are welcome!
About the community garden:
Jardín de la Familia is a community garden where the families and neighbors come together to grow food, share culture, and care for the earth. It’s a welcoming space that encourages learning, teamwork, and connection. Through gardening and community activities, Jardín de la Familia helps build stronger roots for each other's and with the land.
About Iraida De Jesus:
My name is Iraida, I’m a wife, mother, friend, 27-year resident of the Bronx Morris Houses. I grew up in Puerto Rico, where I learned to love nature and cultivate the land. In 2019, I had the opportunity to join Jardin de la Familia, where I’ve been able to combine my passion for gardening and community. I’m excited to share my experience and learn alongside you.
Private support is provided by City Parks Foundation and Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund.
Special thanks to:
