Get Your Apples Here: Midtown’s Pop-Up Orchard Tackles Hunger with Free Fruit!

In a delightful twist on traditional apple picking, New Yorkers can now snag fresh apples right from the city itself! A pop-up apple orchard is set to take over Midtown Manhattan on November 25th, thanks to a collaboration between the Farmlink Project and 260 Sample Sale. Not only is there a bounty of 20,000 pounds of locally grown New York apples on offer, but visitors can also enjoy warm cider, making it a perfect fall outing without the Upstate trek.

This initiative aims to raise awareness about food waste and insecurity, especially given that so many fresh, healthy fruits go to waste while families go hungry. Eliza Blank, CEO of The Farmlink Project, emphasizes the importance of collective action to combat such pressing issues. With additional apples being donated to local food banks across Harlem, Brooklyn, and the Bronx, this event is not just about enjoying delicious fruit—it’s a call to action to help the community.

So, mark your calendars and head over to pick up some apples! In an era where food waste is all too common, it’s refreshing to see a creative solution that brings people together to help those in need. Who knew that you could make a difference while also treating yourself to some juicy fruit?